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26| Not Our Problem - Spencer Sullivan and Sean McNamara
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- Jan 15, 2026
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- 3215
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Summary
Spencer Sullivan discusses his new book Not Our Problem and the lasting bond he formed with Afghan interpreter Abdulhaq Sodais. What began as a working relationship in Afghanistan continued after the U.S. withdrawal, as Abdulhaq faced a long and uncertain path toward safety. The conversation explores loyalty, responsibility, and the human cost of promises made during war. Spencer and his co-author Abdulhaq's book , Not Our Problem: The True Story of an Afghan Refugee, An American Promise, and the World Between Them, releases on April 21st. To pre-order your copy and learn more about the book, visit NotOurProblemBook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.