Saddam Hussein
Former Iraqi leader referenced in discussions of past US military actions and regime changes.
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Dan Carlin: Hardcore History | Lex Fridman Podcast #136
Lex Fridman
Former Iraqi dictator, discussed as a 'greatest anti-terror weapon' in his region due to his repressive methods against threats like ISIS.
Sam Harris & Jordan Peterson in Vancouver 2018 (with Bret Weinstein moderating) — Second Night
Sam Harris
Used as an example of a 'worst evil person' that, under a complete neurological understanding, might be seen as 'unlucky' rather than purely evil, due to biological factors.
Omar Suleiman: Islam | Lex Fridman Podcast #352
Lex Fridman
Former secular leader of Iraq, whose loyalists are mentioned as becoming heads of ISIS after the political chaos in the country.
Kamala surges, Trump at NABJ, recession fears, Middle East escalation, Ackman postpones IPO
All-In Podcast
Former President of Iraq, whose connection to 9/11 was used as a false justification for the Iraq War, according to the discussion.
Jocko Willink Returns (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Former dictator of Iraq, mentioned in the context of the Iraqi people seeking freedom from his tyranny.
TOXIC THINKING: How Our Primitive Brain Is FLAWED & Leads To Dangerous Woke Ideology | Tim Urban
Tom Bilyeu
Mentioned as an example of a dictator who ruled through power and fear, not fairness or justice.
Chris Blattman: War and Violence | Lex Fridman Podcast #273
Lex Fridman
Former Iraqi dictator, whose tyrannical rule and atrocities were humanitarian reasons cited for the invasion of Iraq, though Blattman notes general issues with intervention.
Iran Mined the Strait and Knocked Out US Radar — Here's What Comes Next
Tom Bilyeu
Former dictator of Iraq whose military was toppled by the US in three weeks, an event that influenced Muhammad Ali Jafari's strategy to decentralize Iran's military.
Pierre Poilievre, The Next Prime Minister of Canada?: The Economy Is About To Collapse!
The Diary Of A CEO
Former Iraqi leader who invaded Kuwait, leading to the first Persian Gulf War.
Trump Can’t De-Escalate Iran — Here’s the Trap He’s In | Dave Smith
Tom Bilyeu
Former Iraqi President, mentioned in the context of the Netanyahu doctrine's aim to topple regimes unfavorable to Israel.
They're Deliberately Winding Down America — Here's the Plan for What Comes Next | Simon Dixon
Tom Bilyeu
The former President of Iraq, cited as a US ally who became an enemy when he tried to price oil in a different currency, showing the consequence of challenging dollar dominance.
The Truth About Britain’s Collapse Tommy Robinson
Tom Bilyeu
Referenced in the context of Western nations destabilizing countries, similar to Gaddafi.
The Most Important Questions Of Our Time - George Mack
Chris Williamson
Brother of the footballer Osama bin Laden, also named after a controversial figure.
The Leaked Iran Attack Plan Never Mattered — And Here's Why
Tom Bilyeu
Former Iraqi leader, mentioned in the context of the US leading a coalition to stop him from taking Saudi oil fields.
Global Meet-Up #2 (Los Angeles): The "End of the World" US Tour
Predictive History
Had a side deal with Bill Clinton during the Clinton years for American companies to access Iraqi oil cheaply.
WW3 DEBATE: “We’re On the Brink of Global Collapse”
Chris Williamson
His removal from Kuwait by American military is cited as an example of economic sanctions alone not being sufficient to win major wars.
The Second Plane, 25 Years Later
Sam Harris
Former leader of Iraq, whose continued presence is discussed as a counterfactual to the war.