Geopolitical Analysis and Predictions with Peter Zion

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The chapter delves into a conversation with guest Peter Zion, a geopolitical strategist, discussing various predictions and analyses including global supply chains, security guarantees, and geopolitical conflicts. It explores the impact of geography and demography on nations' destinies, touching on the emerging American isolationism and the shifting global geopolitical landscape.

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