Intro

Jake Broe is a United States Air Force veteran who served for six years as a Nuclear and Missile Operations Officer. But you may know him better as one of the most prominent voices on YouTube throughout the war, someone with absolute moral clarity about who the victim of the war is – spoilers, it’s Ukraine – and who brings direct military experience to his detailed analysis of the unfolding conflict. Do please subscribe to his channel for videos updates on the war in Ukraine as well as conversations with engaging speakers, expert guests, and other YouTubers.----------SUPPORT SILICON CURTAIN FILMING IN KYIV JAN-26:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------THIS IS AN URGENT REQUEST!I'm heading back to Kyiv in a week, to film, do research and conduct interviews. The logistics and need for equipment and clothing are a little higher than for my previous trips. If you can, please help to ensure I can make this trip a success. My commitment to the audience of the channel, will be to bring back compelling interviews conducted in Ukraine, and to use the experience to improve the quality of the channel, it's insights and impact. Let Ukraine and democracy prevail! https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrashttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/scaling-up-campaign-to-fight-authoritarian-disinformationNONE OF THIS CAN HAPPEN WITHOUT YOU!So what's next? We're going to Kyiv in January 2026 to film on the ground, and will record interviews with some huge guests. We'll be creating opportunities for new interviews, and to connect you with the reality of a European city under escalating winter attack, from an imperialist, genocidal power. ----------LINKS: @JakeBroe https://www.youtube.com/@JakeBroe https://twitter.com/RealJakeBroehttps://www.instagram.com/jakebroe/https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jakebroehttps://www.patreon.com/join/jakebroe----------DESCRIPTION: Analyzing the Russian Economy and Geopolitical Tensions: An Interview with Jake Broe. In this episode, we sit down with Jake Broe, a U.S. Air Force veteran and prominent YouTube voice, to discuss the intricacies of the Russian economy, the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, and the broader geopolitical landscape as we approach 2026. We explore how Russia's declining oil and gas revenue impacts its war efforts, the misinformation within the Russian system, and the global rise of authoritarianism. Additionally, we delve into the challenges facing Western democracies and the critical role of social media in shaping public opinion and influencing political outcomes. Join us for an in-depth analysis of today's most pressing international issues and the fight for democracy and resilience.----------CHAPTERS:01:27 Jake's Analysis on Russia's War Economy02:41 Impact of Sanctions on Russia06:23 Putin's Reality vs. Ground Truth09:38 Ukraine's Resilience and Global Support18:17 Historical Context and Modern Parallels27:48 Putin's Motivation and the Threat of NATO28:47 The Success of Post-Soviet States29:52 The Importance of Democracy and Capitalism31:39 Russia's Technological and Economic Stagnation33:22 The Role of Innovation and Legal Protections37:37 Ukraine's Strategic Response to Russian Aggression41:51 The Global Threat of Far-Right Movements48:02 The Role of Social Media in Modern Politics53:33 The Future of Global Democracy and Cooperation----------TRUSTED CHARITIES ON THE GROUND:Save Ukrainehttps://www.saveukraineua.org/Superhumans - Hospital for war traumashttps://superhumans.com/en/UNBROKEN - Treatment. Prosthesis. Rehabilitation for Ukrainians in Ukrainehttps://unbroken.org.ua/Come Back Alivehttps://savelife.in.ua/en/Chefs For Ukraine - World Central Kitchenhttps://wck.org/relief/activation-chefs-for-ukraineUNITED24 - An initiative of President Zelenskyyhttps://u24.gov.ua/----------