The Jordan Harbinger Show 839: David Packouz | The Real-Life "War Dogs" Gun-Runner Part Two
May 25, 2023
David Packouz, an entrepreneur and former arms dealer whose life inspired the film War Dogs, shares his extraordinary journey. He reveals how a large Orthodox Jewish family led him into arms dealing and the intricacies of securing government contracts. David discusses the corruption that plagues military operations in Russia and contrasts his partner's real-life personality with Jonah Hill's portrayal. He also explores the ethics of the arms trade and his inspiring shift to creative ventures, including innovative products like InstaFloss.
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Winning the Contract
- David Packouz and Efraim Diveroli celebrated winning a $300 million government arms contract.
- Their first task order was only $600,000, concerning them initially.
Fake Accounting
- The government audited AEY, including their accounting system, before awarding the contract.
- Packouz and Diveroli had to create a fake accounting history for their company.
Source Flexibility
- The government allows flexibility in choosing sources for arms contracts.
- This is due to the unpredictable nature of arms dealing and potential source disruptions.