Fight Back with Jake Shields The Hodge Twins Interview Jake Shields!
Jan 13, 2026
Jake Shields, MMA champion and host of a popular podcast, joins the Hodge Twins for a lively discussion. They tackle controversial topics including the impact of Elon Musk on social media and politics. Shields shares his critiques on U.S. healthcare compared to Thailand's system. The trio debates the complexities of transgender military service and the ethical implications of Neuralink's brain chips. They also dive into the shifting U.S.-Israel relationship and the risks of cancel culture in today's society, bringing a blend of humor and deep insight.
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Deplatforming Around Israel Criticism
- Jake Shields and the Hodge Twins argue conservative figures face deplatforming when critical of Israel.
- They present deverification and content removals as proof of selective enforcement on social platforms.
Sovereignty Framing Of Immigration
- The hosts view recent immigration raids as evidence the administration is enforcing borders.
- They frame immigration as a sovereignty issue and criticize providing services to undocumented immigrants.
Be Wary Of Single-Platform Dependency
- Be cautious about consolidating services into a single platform like an "everything app."
- Loss of verification or payment access shows how centralized control can be risky.