The Situation Room

The Inside Story of Presidents in Crisis

De: George Stephanopoulos, Lisa Dickey - contributor

Narrado por: George Stephanopoulos, Peter Ganim, Elisabeth Rodgers

Duración: 10 h y 7 m

Resumen del Editor

George Stephanopoulos, the legendary political news host and former advisor to President Clinton, recounts the history-making crises from the place where twelve presidents made their highest-pressure decisions: the White House Situation Room.

No room better defines American power and its role in the world than the White House Situation Room. And yet, none is more shrouded in secrecy and mystery. Created under President Kennedy, the Sit Room has been the epicenter of crisis management for presidents for more than six decades. Time and again, the decisions made within the Sit Room complex affect the lives of every person on this planet. Detailing close calls made and disasters narrowly averted, THE SITUATION ROOM will take listeners through dramatic turning points in a dozen presidential administrations, including:

• Incredible minute-by-minute transcripts from the Sit Room after both Presidents Kennedy and Reagan were shot.
• The shocking moment when Henry Kissinger raised the military alert level to DEFCON III while President Nixon was drunk in the White House residence.
• The extraordinary scene when President Carter asked for help from secret government psychics to rescue American hostages in Iran.
• A vivid retelling of the harrowing hours during the 9/11 attack.
• New details from Obama administration officials leading up to the raid on Osama Bin Laden.
• And a first-ever account of January 6th from the staff inside the Sit Room.

THE SITUATION ROOM is the definitive, past-the-security-clearance look at the room where it happened, and the people—the famous and those you've never heard of—who have made history within its walls.

Includes a conversation between the author and bestselling novelist Harlan Coben on George’s research for and writing of The Situation Room as well as their long friendship (Track 17), a PDF of photos, and much more.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2024 George Stephanopoulos and Lisa Dickey (P)2024 Twelve

Reseñas de la Crítica

“George Stephanopoulos’s amazing book tells the truth. It puts us in the White House situation room with presidents from JFK to Biden. We are there when JFK creates the room after the Bay of Pigs, we are there during the 9/11 strikes, we are there during the chaotic moments after President Reagan is shot, and when President Obama orders the takedown of Osama bin Laden. This book provides answers to questions we’ve had for years.”—James Patterson

“I know the gold standard of journalism when I see it, and George Stephanopoulos is it. This new book, The Situation Room, is simply mesmerizing. It delivers on the dream we all have of going behind the scenes to learn what was being said and done during some of the most dramatic moments in history. You don’t want to miss this book. I know I can’t put it down.”—Patricia Cornwell

“There are few more iconic spaces in the American imagination than the Situation Room in the White House—a tiny place where the largest of decisions are made. In this original and lively book, George Stephanopoulos takes us inside the room through years of crisis, enabling us to experience the human drama of life at the highest levels.”—Jon Meacham

Rarely heard part of history!

I’ve heard of the Situation Room, but only as background. Interesting to hear of the women and men who staffed it and served our country under a variety of presidents under issues that occurred in apolitical manner. Thanks George!

The Sit room drama.

I loved that the book was the duty officer's perspective. I enjoyed listening to George reading his book. I will probably read it a second time, at least.

relate ability

This book made me remember past presidencies. All presidents tried their best with the exception of one or two with one being a major exception. So many day to day "workers" were acknowledged. Everyone would benefit from reading this book.

Historicaly fascinating.

Super interesting front row observation to many significant historical moments and the people who participated in them.

Many thanks!

This book is informative with a bit of humor. I recommend it to all . Buy local vs and save your bookstore!

Great presentation of our country's most dangerous events.

Enjoyed the style of presentation by George. Very easy listening! Well organized. Great credible sources.

Events we knew nothing about

I loved this book and recommend highly to everyone. Do your self a favor and buy this book.

Interesting perspective!

This was a very unique look into the inner workings of the White House and decisions that are made. Loved the narration by George!

A Good Listen

It was a good brief history of the situation room and interesting perspective on how some situations and decisions have been made in recent US history. Obviously, it would have been great to have some even greater details on some of these situations but many of those would be classified and unavailable to the author unfortunately.

Couldn't stop listening!

I trusted George prior to this. I am now wiser and more informed. It was interesting, funny and just wow! So glad I purchased it. It was even better because he read it!