How Sam Bankman-Fried Gained So Much Influence and Met with the President

Mike Baker is a former CIA officer and security expert who has built a career analyzing complex geopolitical issues, cybersecurity threats, and the intersection of government and technology. He appeared on the Joe Rogan Experience to break down how figures like Sam Bankman-Fried were able to accumulate massive influence and access to political power despite running what would eventually be exposed as a fraudulent operation. Baker brought his intelligence background to bear on discussions about crime, business, and politics, offering insider perspective on how bad actors exploit regulatory gaps and political relationships. Joe brought him on because of his credibility in security and government affairs, making him a valuable voice for understanding how major financial crimes happen at the highest levels of society.