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American Jihadi

American Jihadi is the incredible story of a complicated relationship between journalist Christof Putzel and Omar Hammami, the American-born Christian who became one of the FBI’s most wanted Islamic extremists. Follow the evolution of their risky relationship, dodging government surveillance to confide in one other—until it all came to an abrupt end. American Jihadi is hosted and Executive Produced by Christof Putzel in partnership with Endeavor Content. Executive Produced by Adam Levine, Josh Gummersall, and Adam Harrison at 222 Productions. To see how we use your data, visit https://www.endeavoraudio.com/privacy-policy.
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Episodes

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Nov 09, 20214 min

Epilogue

Al-Shabaab carries out an unprecedented attack on a shopping mall in Kenya. Omar's family struggles to find solace and meaning after his death. ADs: DoorDash: $5 off your first order of $15 or more when you download the DoorDash app and enter promo code JIHADI SimpliSafe: SimpliSafe.com/AJ for free shipping and a 60-day risk-free trial

Feb 03, 202017 min

The Chase

As Godane consolidates his power in Al-Shabaab, Omar flees to the forest. ADs: BetterHelp.com/AMERICAN 10% off first month NativeDeodorant.com with promo code AJ for 20% off first purchase...

Jan 27, 202019 min

Abu M American

As Christof's access to Omar slips away, the circle of people tracking him expands. ADs: Download DoorDash and use code AMERICAN for $5 off $15

Jan 20, 202020 min

The Ride

Omar has disappeared, leaving behind a haunting audio recording. ADs: Download DoorDash and use code AMERICAN for $5 off $15 BetterHelp.com/american for 10% off first month SimpliSafe.com/aj for free shipping and 60-day money-back guarantee...

Jan 13, 202026 min

The Test

Secrets about Omar come to light. And his conflict with Al-Shabaab takes a turn for the worse. ADs: EthosLife.com/American to get a personal quote BoxOfAwesome.com 20% off first box w/ promo code: AJ

Dec 23, 201922 min

Origin Story

Christof searches for answers in Alabama to uncover Omar's path to Al-Shabaab. EthosLife.com/American to get a personal quote Download DoorDash and enter code AMERICAN for $5 off $15 Upstart.com/American to check your rate

Dec 16, 201930 min

The Exclusive

Christof learns more about Omar's life in Al-Shabaab and has to decide how far he will go to get the story. ADs: BoxOfAwesome.com 20% off first box w/ promo code: AJ Blinkist.com/AMERICAN for free 7-day trial + 25% off a new subscription NativeDeodorant.com 20% off first purchase w/ promo code: AJ...

Dec 09, 201925 min

The Matrix

Journalist Christof Putzel gets a mysterious message from a source he believes is already dead. ADs: Download the DoorDash app and get $5 off $15 w/ promo code AMERICAN. EthosLife.com/AMERICAN for a personal quote. Upstart.com/AMERICAN to check your rate. BoxofAwesome.com 20% off w/ promo code AJ....

Dec 02, 201924 min

Introducing American Jihadi

How does an American become one of the FBI’s most wanted terrorists? Journalist Christof Putzel investigates the true story of Omar Hammami, the Alabama-born terrorist who joined Al-Shabaab in Somalia, in this serialized audio documentary podcast premiering December 2nd.

Nov 04, 20192 min
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