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The Peter Zeihan Podcast Series
Welcome to The Peter Zeihan Podcast Series! Geopolitical Strategist Peter Zeihan is a global energy, demographic and security expert. If you want to stay informed on the realities of geography and populations, you've come to the right place. Zeihan's worldview offers insights into how global politics impact markets and economic trends, helping industry leaders navigate today’s complex mix of geopolitical risks and opportunities. Expect a forward-looking approach to what will drive tomorrow’s…
Episodes
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesTrump's Disqualification: How We Got Here || Peter Zeihan
As I recorded this video on January 6th - it was inevitable that we'd be talking about Trump's involvement in the insurrection. Specifically, we're breaking…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesThe Ukraine War & the Battle of Avdiivka || Peter Zeihan
Arguably the most brutal battle of the Ukraine War is now in its fourth month: the battle of Avdiivka. Let’s take a deep look at its strategic importance for…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesBombing in Iran at Soleimani's Death Anniversary || Peter Zeihan
There's been a bombing in Iran that targeted the gathering for the four-year anniversary of Qasem Soleimani's death. The attack resulted in at least 100 deaths…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesAustralia, After America || Peter Zeihan
The Australians are one of the few countries that will stay under the United States' wing as the Order collapses, but they have a few things to figure out…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesArgentina, After America || Peter Zeihan
Next up in our ‘Post-America’ series is Argentina. I'm pretty optimistic about Argentina's future...they just need to get out of their own way. Full…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesIndia, After America || Peter Zeihan
Countries across the globe have all benefited from the global order, but what happens when it comes crashing down? Thankfully for India, they are one of the…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesTurkey, After America || Peter Zeihan
Today's country shouldn't come as a surprise to anyone. Sure, Turkey has been relatively silent over the past 70 years, but as American guardianship of the…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesNorthern Africa, After America || Peter Zeihan
For our next installment in the 'Post-American' series, we're looking at Northern Africa. This region only has a few countries that will turn out alright and a…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesIndia's Assassination Program in North America || Peter Zeihan
A US federal grand jury has voted to issue indictments against a handful of ethnic Indians (with alleged ties to the Indian government) who the US Department…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesIsrael, After America || Peter Zeihan
We're diving a little deeper into Israel for the next video in our 'Post-American' series. We'll discuss their transition into a world without the US around…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesCanada, After America || Peter Zeihan
Today, we're looking at the Great White North. While they're near the US, they still have plenty of issues to sort out before seeing a clear path to success in…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesGermany Becomes (Terrifyingly) Normal || Peter Zeihan
In a departure from its post-WWII stance, Germany plans to establish a permanent military deployment in Lithuania. Looks like it might be time to bust out the…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesWestern Europe, After America || Peter Zeihan
Ahhh, Western Europe. A region with no shortage of history, but how will they move forward into a deglobalized world? Let's just say Germany will soon be…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesShipping and the Red Sea (Attacks on Tankers) || Peter Zeihan
If any of the gifts you ordered have to go through the Red Sea, it might be time to buy a backup. If you haven't heard, there has been a series of attacks…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesThe Middle East, After America || Peter Zeihan
To kick off our 'Post-American' series, we'll be looking at the Middle East. The best way to break this down is into three chunks: the role of the US as it…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesGetting Ready for a Post-American World || Peter Zeihan
The end of 2023 is approaching, and that means I owe you all a gift. Sorry to disappoint, but it's not an all-expenses-paid vacation to BoraBora. Instead, I've…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesInflation: What's Causing It and Why? (COVID and LABOR) || Peter Zeihan
I've got some good news and some bad news on inflation in the US...one has to do with COVID, and the other is about the labor market. Which do you want first?…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesBreaking New Ground in Argentina (Milei and Dollarization) || Peter Zeihan
The new Argentine president, Javier Milei, is getting right down to business. It's only his first week on the job, and he's already cut government ministries…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesNaval Power in the Pacific: China vs. The United States || Peter Zeihan
There's been much discussion lately surrounding the changing power balances in the Pacific - specifically the dynamics between the US Navy and the Chinese…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesEurope's Cold Winter Threatens Energy Supplies || Peter Zeihan
We all know Mother Nature saved Europe's behind last year, but that won't be the story this year. So, let's break down the potential impacts on energy supplies…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesUkraine, MedShare, Cindy Crawford, and a New Book || Peter Zeihan
We're checking in on Ukraine today, looking back at our MedShare donation/match from the month of November, and chatting about my new book...oh and maybe Cindy…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesRussia and China Gang Up on Finland (Should the US Worry?) || Peter Zeihan
The schoolyard bullies are back at it again. Russia is funneling waves of migrants into the Finnish border, and China has wreaked havoc on the Gulf of Finland…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesGenerating Geothermal Energy Using Shale Technology || Peter Zeihan
The Google-backed company, Fervo Energy, has launched two geothermal projects that use preexisting shale technology and infrastructure to generate electricity…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesEconomic Warfare in Siberia: Destroying Rail Infrastructure || Peter Zeihan
There's been a series of explosions along one of the main lines of the Trans-Siberian rail network. To fully understand the significance of these attacks, we…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesThe Problem with the COP28 Climate Change Conference || Peter Zeihan
COP28, the United Nations Climate Change Conference, is underway in Dubai. As with many of these foo-foo summits, I'm not expecting much to come out of it…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesDutch Politics: What Geert Wilder's New Coalition Means for Europe || Peter Zeihan
The Netherlands has recently undergone an election of its own, so let's look at the incoming coalition and how it will impact Dutch politics. Full Newsletter…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesArgentina Elects A New President - Javier Milei || Peter Zeihan
The big news out of South America is that Argentina has elected a new “libertarian” president, Javier Milei. So, what will this political shift mean for…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesWhy I'm Done With Twitter (or 'X' or whatever you call it) || Peter Zeihan
What was once a platform where you could access open-source information that was reliable and free...has now been laid to rest by Elon Musk. Yes, I'm talking…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesModular Nuclear Reactors Are Not the Future of Energy || Peter Zeihan
A while back, I talked about a few technologies I was most hopeful for - small modular nuclear reactors being one of those. Unfortunately, we'll be drawing a…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesAsk Peter Zeihan: Can Thorium Solve the Nuclear Problem?
Thorium is a potential substitute for uranium-based nuclear power, but will it solve our nuclear problems? If thorium could help with the proliferation of…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesWhat Role Do the Cartels Play in US - Mexico Trade? || Peter Zeihan
As industries like manufacturing ramp up between Mexico and the US, how will the Sinaloa and Jalisco New Generation cartels factor into that equation? Donate…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesIreland Needs a New Game Plan || Peter Zeihan
Today we're talking about Ireland's raw deal. It's on the far northwestern extreme of Europe, has a crummy climate and limited cultural development - hence the…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesAsk Peter Zeihan: Is the Next Arctic Breakthrough Here?
Since I stumbled upon a snow field on my hike today, I figured we should take the next question in the 'Ask Peter' series: are we approaching a new era of…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesWhy the Port of Savannah Is Poised for Success (The Jones Act) || Peter Zeihan
Savannah is awesome! Not only is it home to my favorite bar and one of my favorite food scenes, but it is also the site of the largest containerport in North…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesLithium: The False Profit of Electrification || Peter Zeihan
Lithium has played an important role in the green transition and remains a crucial resource for the future of electricity; however, it's not going to be all…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesChina-US Relations: What Did Xi and Biden Discuss || Peter Zeihan
This week at the APEC summit in San Francisco, President Joe Biden and Chairman Xi Jinping sat down for a long overdue meeting. Donate to MedShare HERE…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesNo Regional Powers Will Provide Aid to Hamas || Peter Zeihan
As the situation unfolds in Gaza, many of you have asked who we might see getting involved in the conflict. So, let's break down the key regional players and…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesBiden and Xi's Private Meeting at the APEC Summit || Peter Zeihan
President Biden and Chairman Xi Jinping will have a private meeting at the APEC Summit in San Francisco. I'm not overly optimistic about getting any meaningful…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesCritical Water Levels in the Panama Canal & MedShare Match || Peter Zeihan
Donate to MedShare HERE: https://www.medshare.org/zukraine/ Water levels in the Panama Canal are critically low, and the effects could be devastating. The…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesThe Collapse of Russia's Navy: The Four Seas Problem || Peter Zeihan
Naval challenges are nothing new for the former Soviets, but the Ukraine War has introduced some added stressors in the Black Sea. Russia's inability to unify…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesNew Tactics in the Ukraine War & MedShare Donations || Peter Zeihan
From 30,000 feet, the pace of the Ukraine War appears to be slowing and even reaching a stalemate; however, when we zoom in on places like the Dnieper River…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesWhy Green Energy Can't Satisfy Electricity Demands || Peter Zeihan
Would you try to fly a kite when there's no breeze? Or try to surf when there are no waves? If you answered 'no' to those questions - CONGRATS - your basic…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesThe Future of Ohio: Manufacturing Growth and Political Shifts || Peter Zeihan
If you've ever spoken to an Ohio State fan, you know that they'll tell you how amazing they are without you asking. Unfortunately for all of us, I'll be adding…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesHollywood on Strike: The Future of Writers and Actors || Peter Zeihan
The entertainment industry is changing, and the writers and actors are making sure their voices are heard. With all the technological changes hitting…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesRussia Backs Away From Nuclear Test Ban Treaty || Peter Zeihan
If you were hoping to start your week off with some cheery news - it might be best to skip this video. Russia has stepped away from the Comprehensive Test Ban…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesWhy EVs Aren't The GreenTech Panacea || Peter Zeihan
When the major auto manufacturers start changing their EV plans, it's probably a sign something's not quite right. For all those who think they're better than…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesThe Ukraine War and MedShare Donation Match || Peter Zeihan
We've been talking about the Ukraine War for quite a while now, but I still get questions asking why. So, we're looking at the historical significance of this…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesReviving Water Transport in the United States || Peter Zeihan
The US is blessed with one of the most prolific water networks in the world, yet it operates at sub-optimal levels. You've all heard my thoughts on the Jones…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesVenezuelan Oil Sector: Biden Lifts Sanctions || Peter Zeihan
The Biden administration has suspended some sanctions on the Venezuelan oil industry thanks to Maduro's (ever-so) slight easing of political restrictions…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesDollarizing Argentina: Run-Off Elections Between Massa and Milei || Peter Zeihan
Today, we're turning our attention to Argentina's upcoming run-off presidential election between current economic minister Sergio Massa and libertarian…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesArmenia - Azerbaijan War: Turkey and Iran at Risk || Peter Zeihan
After Azerbaijan's lightning assault on Nagorno-Karabakh caused ethnic Armenians to flee the region, there's potential that Azerbaijan will continue to invade…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesThe US Credit Rating, Budget Deficits and Debt || Peter Zeihan
We've all heard about the drop in the US credit rating, but what does it mean? Given the United States' size and global standing, the resulting impact on…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesUnifor Strikes: Issues with the Canadian Industrial System || Peter Zeihan
Unifor - a Candian public service union - has declared a strike on the St. Lawrence Seaway (a crucial maritime transport route). This has essentially cut off…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesThe Third Shale Revolution: Reshoring Manufacturing || Peter Zeihan
The third piece of the shale revolution is all about timing. As the world shifts from globalized supply chains to more localized and secure means of…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesGaza and Israel: The Start of WWIII or an Isolated Conflict? || Peter Zeihan
We've all been following the events unfolding in Israel and Gaza, and questions of this triggering a larger conflict are starting to bubble up. To be blunt…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesThe Second Shale Revolution: Industrial Expansion || Peter Zeihan
So, how did the US use all that crude oil and natural gas produced during the first shale revolution? As the need for industrial expansion grew, so did the…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesThe First Shale Revolution: Humble Beginnings || Peter Zeihan
With ExxonMobil's acquisition of Pioneer, it's time to kiss the days of mom-and-pop shale operations goodbye. But before we look at what's next, let's look at…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesIndia Assassinated a Sikh Emigrant on Canadian Soil || Peter Zeihan
While giving a parliamentary testimony, Canada's Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, accused the Indian Government of assassinating a Sikh emigrant living in…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesThe Southern U.S. Border: Venezuelan Immigration || Peter Zeihan
Today, we're peeling back another layer of the U.S. immigration onion - Venezuelan immigrants.Full Newsletter…
The Peter Zeihan Podcast SeriesIsrael, Hamas and Gaza: Q&A w/ Peter Zeihan
In the early hours of October 13, Israeli military officials issued an evacuation order for the residents of Gaza City, a sprawling metropolis with over 1…