George W. Bush
Former U.S. President mentioned in the context of who held the office during 9/11.
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Hasan Piker on antisemitism, America's support of Israel & the need for trust in mainstream media
OxfordUnion
Mentioned for his statements about God telling him to invade Afghanistan and Iraq, used to illustrate that religious justifications for war do not make criticism anti-religious.
Jon Favreau | Life as Obama's Speechwriter | Full Address and Q&A
OxfordUnion
43rd President of the United States, whose decisions Jon Favreau disagreed with but did not believe were intended to 'destroy America'.
Six Months of War: A Conversation with Douglas Murray and Josh Szeps (Episode #362)
Sam Harris
Former US President, mentioned for his administration's role in pushing for elections in Gaza.
Jeremi Suri: Civil War, Slavery, Freedom, and Democracy | Lex Fridman Podcast #354
Lex Fridman
43rd U.S. President, whose transition of power to Obama is cited as a model for smooth, democratic handovers, despite political differences.
E27: The Great Inflation Debate, Amazon gets spicy on Twitter, rethinking supply chains & more
All-In Podcast
Criticized for his decision in 2001 regarding China's WTO entry and for the Iraq War.
Fiona Hill: Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump | Lex Fridman Podcast #335
Lex Fridman
Former US President, whose administration Fiona Hill served; criticized for the invasion of Iraq.
Chris Blattman: War and Violence | Lex Fridman Podcast #273
Lex Fridman
US President, whose motivations for the invasion of Afghanistan or Iraq are often attributed to personal desire for revenge or private agendas, but Blattman argues strategic incentives were dominant.
2026 Election Night Livestream with the Besties!
All-In Podcast
Former US President, mentioned in the context of a kids healthcare bill that became law under Obama after Bush vetoed it.
Michael Malice: Anarchy, Democracy, Libertarianism, Love, and Trolling | Lex Fridman Podcast #128
Lex Fridman
Former US President, whose restraint after 9/11 in not suspending the Constitution is highlighted as a moment of hope, despite Michael Malice not being a fan.
Midterm Blood Bath, $4T AI Sell Off, Data Center Freeze, What’s Next for Trump
All-In Podcast
Former U.S. President, used as an example of a president whose party suffered midterm losses due to the Iraq War and then doubled down, leading to further Republican losses.
Arthur Brooks on Reinvention, Religion, and the Science of Happiness | Conversations with Tyler
Conversations with Tyler
Arthur Brooks' favorite president, admired for his integrity and the likelihood that Brooks would have made similar mistakes.
The Democratic Party Has a Reckoning Coming
Sam Harris
President under whom the 'Leave No Child Behind' act was implemented, which Democrats later misinterpreted as 'teaching to the test'.
Pulitzer Prize Historian: You Won't Notice Until It’s Too Late - Anne Applebaum
The Diary Of A CEO
Former US President mentioned as an example of a president with different motivations for foreign policy than Trump, aiming to establish democracy in Iraq rather than stealing its oil.
Something Very Strange Is Happening at the Top - Eric Weinstein (4K)
Chris Williamson
Former U.S. President, described as being 'really smart' as a governor but then intentionally portraying himself as 'dumb and folksy' for political advantage, illustrating political 'kayfabe'.
How to Overcome Social Anxiety | Dr. Nick Epley
Andrew Huberman
Former U.S. President, mentioned in the context of people saying he was 'the kind of guy you'd want to have a beer with'.
EXCLUSIVE - Vice President JD Vance: They Tricked Me About Donald Trump, But Everything Changed!
The Diary Of A CEO
JD Vance expresses resentment and anger towards George W. Bush for perceived misuse of patriotic sentiment to justify the Iraq War, calling the decision not in America's best interest.
US Hits Iranian Infrastructure. DSA Commits Treason? Spencer Pratt’s Bombshell Accusation
Tom Bilyeu
Former U.S. President, whose 2000 election controversy and the subsequent Help America Vote Act are discussed.
How “Financial Psychology” Pays Off Forever - Morgan Housel
Chris Williamson
Referenced as an example of a former US President who, after leaving office, returns to being 'just some guy'.
Dr. David Henderson | Free Market Economics
Peterson Academy
The speaker mentioned asking a tough question to one of his officials.
Who You Meet Down America’s Forgotten Backroads - Peter Santenello
Chris Williamson
Peter Santenello recounts a cab driver in Syria asking his opinion on George W. Bush during the Iraq War.
The Leaked Iran Attack Plan Never Mattered — And Here's Why
Tom Bilyeu
Former US President, mentioned in the context of his 'No Child Left Behind' policy and its impact on tuition rates.
THB Trump has Betrayed Conservatism - Full Debate
OxfordUnion
Former U.S. President, cited for setting up the surveillance state and warrantless wiretapping, demonstrating conservative intrusion on limited government.
Professor Jiang Predicts: Japan Is About To Go To War
The Diary Of A CEO
US President during whose administration Richard Perle and Paul Wolfowitz were architects of the Iraq War.
Global Meet-Up #5 (Toronto): Canada's Corporate Re-Structuring
Predictive History
US President under whom the Iraq War occurred, contrasting public perception of his motives with Trump's.