PODCAST: I’m Not A Monster

Episode 10: “It’s all behind me now”

February 12, 2021

Sam’s son Matthew was just seven when he was taken to Syria and the Islamic State group. He thought he’d never see America again. Now he’s back with his dad and talks of the “sweet relief” of being home. Josh finds out how he and Sam’s other children are doing now.

This episode includes references to violence and some upsetting moments involving children.

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