Fresh Air, George Crile and Ike Turner, December 14, 2007

This edition of Fresh Air features interviews with 60 Minutes producer George Crile, discussing his book on the secretive and extensive covert operations supporting Afghan fighters against the Soviet Union, and Charlie Wilson himself, offering insights into this pivotal moment in history. The episode also honors the legacy of Ike Turner, a pioneering figure in rock and roll whose influence was both groundbreaking and complex, reflecting on his musical achievements and personal struggles.