

Special Edition: Malcom Kyeyune on Venezuela, Iran, Taiwan, and The American Oligarchy
18 snips Sep 11, 2025
Join journalist Malcolm Kyeyune, a sharp commentator on geopolitics and military affairs, as he dives into the shifting tides of global power. They discuss the implications of a grand Chinese military parade and how it underlines the U.S.'s waning dominance. Kyeyune critiques American foreign policy, particularly in Venezuela, and the failures of outdated military strategies. He also examines the chaotic state of U.S. governance and its impact on international relations, calling for a reevaluation of America's global approach amid rising challenges.
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China's Rapid Military Innovation
- China demonstrated rapid weapon development and modern systems in its parade, including ballistic missiles and many unmanned platforms.
- Malcolm Kyeyune argues this shows China can go from concept to production far faster than the West.
Parades Signal Real Military Cohesion
- Parade performance indicates organizational cohesion and practical battlefield coordination, not mere theatrics.
- Kyeyune says marching drills build unit cohesion and complex coordination useful in combat.
US Procurement Lags Deeply
- The US procurement timeline is increasingly long and unreliable, with programs taking a decade or more to field.
- Kyeyune warns the US now lacks pipeline capacity to develop and sustain future military systems.