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Part One: Alex Karp: How Palantir's CEO Went From Marxist To Anti-Woke Crusader

Behind the Bastards

Cool Zone Media and iHeartPodcasts

August 11, 2026

Show Notes

Robert begins his exploration of the early life of Alex Karp, current CEO of Palantir and best friend to Peter Thiel. He traces Alex's journey from left-wing academic to overlord of an "Anti-Woke" defense contractor.

Sources:

Robert Evans

Sun, Aug 16, 7:55 PM (21 hours ago)

to me

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