The Joe Rogan Experience #2064 - Mike Baker
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Nov 16, 2023 
Mike Baker, a former CIA covert operations officer and CEO of Portman Square Group, dives deep into pressing geopolitical issues. He discusses the implications of Hamas's tactics on global narratives and explores rising anti-Semitism amid the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The conversation also touches on Iran's influence, U.S. sanctions, and the complexities of the Ukraine conflict. Baker shares insights on cognitive enhancement through nootropics and emphasizes the importance of health management through sauna use, blending serious topics with thoughtful observations.
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Hamas's Cynical Strategy
- Hamas strategically embeds itself within civilian infrastructure.
- This tactic maximizes Palestinian casualties, shifting international blame onto Israel.
Unveiling Anti-Semitism
- The conflict has revealed a surge of anti-Semitism.
- Previously, concerns about anti-Semitism were dismissed as exaggerations.
Rush to Judgment
- Rashida Tlaib and major news outlets like the New York Times prematurely blamed Israel for the hospital bombing.
- This highlights the rush to judgment without independent verification.
