Watchdog: The Real Stories Behind the Headlines — Darrell Issa Audiobook
Real Stories Behind Headlines: Watchdog is Darrell Issa’s account of congressional oversight and political controversies including Benghazi, the IRS, Fast & Furious, and government email practices. This unabridged English audiobook is narrated by Rick Zieff and runs 7 hours and 18 minutes.
At a glance
- Darrell Issa recounts his account of oversight work as chairman of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Topics named in the listing include Benghazi, the IRS targeting of conservatives, Fast & Furious, email servers, and government handling of secrets.
- Narrated by Rick Zieff in an unabridged format.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The listing provides a specific listening length and identifies both author and narrator.
- Its focus on congressional oversight and named political controversies gives buyers a clear topic scope.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Author | Darrell Issa, see all |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Rick Zieff |
| Listening length | 7 hours and 18 minutes |
| Program type | Audiobook |
| Version | Unabridged |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Center Street |
| Publication date | July 12, 2016 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners interested in Darrell Issa’s perspective on congressional oversight and Washington controversies.
- Audiobook listeners looking for an unabridged political account with a stated runtime.
Less suited to
- Buyers seeking a neutral overview from multiple viewpoints, rather than an account presented by a former participant in the events.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate ratings lean favorable, with most ratings in the highest star category, but a smaller share falls in lower categories. Without customer comments, the ratings do not explain what listeners liked or disliked, so they offer limited guidance on narration or the book’s political perspective.
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote and narrates Watchdog?
The listing names Darrell Issa as the author and Rick Zieff as the narrator.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 7 hours and 18 minutes.
What subjects does Watchdog cover?
The listing describes Issa’s account of congressional oversight and refers to controversies including Benghazi, the IRS, Fast & Furious, email servers, and government handling of secrets.
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