The Gist Kevin From The Office Tells The Story Of Christmas At Dunder Mifflin
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Dec 9, 2024 Join Brian Baumgartner, best known as Kevin Malone from The Office, and Ben Silverman, the show's executive producer, as they explore the intriguing geopolitical shifts following Bashar al-Assad's exit from Syria. They discuss the potential for democracy in the region, the complexities of foreign policy, and the adaptability of Syrian rebel forces compared to rigid groups like ISIS. Also, enjoy a playful chat about their new illustrated book, The Night Before Christmas at Dunder Mifflin, filled with anecdotes and nostalgia from their iconic sitcom days.
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Power Vacuum in Syria
- Bashar al-Assad's fleeing to Russia creates a potential power vacuum in Syria.
- This is good for US allies Turkey and Israel, despite their own adversarial relationship.
Al-Jolani's Potential
- Al-Jolani, despite former al-Qaeda ties, might not follow al-Baghdadi's path.
- He dropped his nom de guerre and seems to be a rational actor.
Jeopardy Anecdote
- Brian Baumgartner incorrectly answered "Tucson" for Arizona's capital on Jeopardy.
- Mike Pesca asked Ben Silverman if he knew why he asked Brian that question.