Intrigue - A 9/11 Story: 1. Neighbours

In early 2000, two young Saudis arrive in San Diego. They had never been to America, speak almost no English, and have no idea how to open a bank account or rent a flat.

But one Arabic-speaking neighbour offers help, putting his name on the lease to secure their tenancy.

A BBC News Long Form Audio production.

Host: Jane McMullen

Series producer: Neal Razzell

Additional production: Sally Abrahams, Keiligh Baker, Nik Sindle

Editor: Matt Willis

Music: Thomas Ross-Fitzsimons

Sound design: Charlie Brandon-King

Production management: Phoebe Lomas

Radio 4 commissioning executive: Tracy Williams

Radio 4 commissioning editor: Dan Clarke

Published on Monday, 31st August 2026.

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