Mark Levin Podcast

12/5/25 - The Dark Side of Qatar's Influencing Efforts

Dec 6, 2025
Carl Davis, a businessman and documentary filmmaker focused on suicide prevention, discusses his film *See Through The Darkness*, inspired by personal loss. The conversation highlights Qatar’s lavish influence efforts, including paying elites for appearances while exploiting migrant workers. Davis emphasizes the emotional journey of filmmaking and its goal of raising awareness about suicide among first responders. Their discussion touches on the urgent need for mental health support and how art can drive positive change in society.
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ADVICE

Press Policymakers To Act On Foreign Gifts

  • Levin asks why Congress and the executive haven't acted to stop foreign funding in universities and cultural institutions.
  • He implies the U.S. should block or scrutinize such foreign gifts to protect institutions.
ADVICE

Do Your Own Research On Foreign Ties

  • Levin urges Americans to research and scrutinize who their elites meet and accept money from, pointing to resources like MEMRI and investigative reports.
  • He suggests public awareness is a first step to resisting foreign influence.
ANECDOTE

Investor Boasts About Carlson Investment

  • Levin recounts Omid Malek publicly saying one of his first investments was Tucker Carlson's network at a Qatar event.
  • He uses the example to show media figures accepting Qatari-linked investments.
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