The Jordan Harbinger Show 572: Tamer Elnoury | Undercover with a Muslim FBI Agent
Oct 12, 2021
Tamer Elnoury, a former elite counterterrorism undercover agent and co-author of "American Radical," dives deep into his thrilling and perilous life. He shares the psychological nuances of infiltrating extremist groups, revealing that success relies heavily on informant relationships. With only a 50% graduation rate from FBI undercover school, he discusses the rigorous training required and the moral dilemmas faced. Elnoury also touches on the complexities of radicalization and the intricate balance between maintaining a cover and forming genuine connections.
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Early Undercover Work
- Tamer Elnoury began undercover work in narcotics, buying and selling drugs.
- This experience provided a thrill and taught him the psychological skills of manipulating others.
Method Acting
- Effective undercover work isn't acting, but believing the role.
- Stay true to reality to avoid performing.
FBI Recruitment
- The FBI seeks agents with a "touch of scumbag" to understand the criminal mind.
- Overly righteous agents struggle to think like criminals.