Jean Sasson

Jean Sasson began a lifetime of adventure and travel when she traveled abroad to work at the King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. After working at the hospital for four years, she resigned but remained in the Kingdom, living in a Saudi neighborhood for an additional 8 years. During her time in Saudi Arabia, Jean came to know many Saudi citizens, including members of the royal family. Jean’s latest book, Growing up bin Laden is the first book coming from Osama’s intimate family circle, his first wife, and his fourth born son.

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  • Technology & Enhancement

    Joel Garreau discussed the ethical and strategic implications of emerging technology, military applications, and human enhancement capabilities. Last hour guest, author Jean Sasson talked about her new book Growing up bin Laden, in which she interviewed Osama's...More »

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