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Caliphate

Caliphate

The New York Times

In the war on terror, who is it that we’re really fighting? “Caliphate” follows Rukmini Callimachi, who covers terrorism for The New York Times, on her quest to understand ISIS. For more information about the series, visit nytimes.com/caliphate. This series includes disturbing language and scenes of graphic violence. Producer: Andy Mills; Reporters: Rukmini Callimachi and Andy Mills; Managing Producer: Larissa Anderson; Editors: Wendy Dorr and Larissa Anderson; Associate Producer: Asthaa Chaturvedi; Technical Director: Brad Fisher; Executive Producer, NYT Audio: Lisa Tobin; Editorial Director, NYT Audio: Samantha Henig; Assistant Managing Editor, NYT: Sam Dolnick; Music: William Brittelle, Andy Mills, Nate Henricks, Cliff Martinez, Brad Fisher, Taku Sugimoto and David Wingo
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Caliphate - Prologue: The Mission
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04/19/18 • 7 min

Editors' Note [Dec. 18, 2020]: The Times has published an Editors’ Note concluding that episodes featuring a central character in “Caliphate” did not meet our standards for accuracy. Read the full statement.

The war on terror has cost the U.S. billions and has been fought for nearly 20 years. Rukmini Callimachi, a foreign correspondent for The New York Times, asks, “Who are we really fighting?”

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Caliphate - Chapter Two: Recruitment
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04/26/18 • 33 min

Editors' Note [Dec. 18, 2020]: The Times has published an Editors’ Note concluding that episodes featuring a central character in “Caliphate” did not meet our standards for accuracy. Read the full statement.

Who is it that ISIS appeals to, and how? Rukmini speaks with a former ISIS member about how and why he joined the fold.

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Caliphate - Chapter Six: Paper Trail
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05/24/18 • 44 min

Editors' Note [Dec. 18. 2020]: The Times has published an Editors’ Note concluding that episodes featuring a central character in “Caliphate” did not meet our standards for accuracy. Read the full statement.

“Something was off.” Rukmini’s doubt fuels a quest to uncover the truth.

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Caliphate - Chapter Five: The Heart
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05/17/18 • 22 min

Editors' Note [Dec. 18, 2020]: The Times has published an Editors’ Note concluding that episodes featuring a central character in “Caliphate” did not meet our standards for accuracy. Read the full statement.

The recruit carried out the killing. Then he questioned everything.

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Caliphate - Chapter Four: Us vs. Them
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05/10/18 • 26 min

Editors' Note [Dec. 18, 2020]: The Times has published an Editors’ Note concluding that episodes featuring a central character in “Caliphate” did not meet our standards for accuracy. Read the full statement.

A new recruit proves his worth and gets invited to a secret meeting.

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Caliphate - Chapter Three: The Arrival
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05/03/18 • 24 min

Editors' Note [Dec. 18, 2020]: The Times has published an Editors’ Note concluding that episodes featuring a central character in “Caliphate” did not meet our standards for accuracy. Read the full statement.

ISIS turns fantasy into reality for a new recruit.

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Caliphate - Chapter Seven: Mosul
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05/31/18 • 36 min

Editors' Note [Dec. 18. 2020]: The Times has published an Editors’ Note concluding that episodes featuring a central character in “Caliphate” did not meet our standards for accuracy. Read the full statement.

What did ISIS leave behind as their hold on Mosul crumbled?

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Caliphate - Chapter One: The Reporter
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04/19/18 • 25 min

Editors' Note [Dec. 18, 2020]: The Times has published an Editors’ Note concluding that episodes featuring a central character in “Caliphate” did not meet our standards for accuracy. Read the full statement.

Rukmini describes the reality of being on the terrorism beat and why she brings trash bags with her to the frontlines of the war against ISIS.

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Caliphate - An Examination of 'Caliphate'
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12/18/20 • 30 min

Dean Baquet, the executive editor of The Times, discusses where “Caliphate” failed to meet Times standards. And Mark Mazzetti, an investigative correspondent for The Times, details new reporting that casts significant doubt on the claims of a central figure in the series.

Editors' Note: The Times has published an Editors’ Note concluding that episodes featuring a central character in “Caliphate” did not meet our standards for accuracy. Read the full statement.

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Caliphate - Chapter Ten: One Year Later
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06/21/18 • 33 min

Editors' Note [Dec. 18, 2020]: The Times has published an Editors’ Note concluding that episodes featuring a central character in “Caliphate” did not meet our standards for accuracy. Read the full statement.

What does the future hold for the ISIS returnee who confessed to murder? And what does he believe now?

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FAQ

How many episodes does Caliphate have?

Caliphate currently has 13 episodes available.

What topics does Caliphate cover?

The podcast is about News, History and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on Caliphate?

The episode title 'Chapter Two: Recruitment' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Caliphate?

The average episode length on Caliphate is 29 minutes.

How often are episodes of Caliphate released?

Episodes of Caliphate are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Caliphate?

The first episode of Caliphate was released on Apr 19, 2018.

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