The Jordan Harbinger Show 736: Ian Bremmer | The Power of Crisis to Change the World
Oct 11, 2022
Ian Bremmer, a renowned political scientist and founder of Eurasia Group, discusses the profound impact of crises on global dynamics. He explains how the COVID pandemic revealed cooperation failures among major powers and introduces the concept of a 'Goldilocks crisis' that could foster collaboration. Bremmer delves into the likelihood of conflict in uncertain power balances and the potential for a technological cold war. He also highlights how climate change and dwindling water supplies are likely to exacerbate migration crises, necessitating innovative diplomatic solutions.
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Reagan and Gorbachev
- Reagan asked Gorbachev if the USSR would help the U.S. if aliens attacked.
- Gorbachev affirmed, creating a moment of unexpected trust during the Cold War.
Ukraine Invasion Backfires
- Putin's invasion of Ukraine had the opposite of his intended effect.
- It unified and strengthened NATO, demonstrating that crises can foster cooperation.
COVID's Revealing Light
- COVID exposed existing cracks in global cooperation, not caused them.
- The U.S. prioritizing its own needs during the pandemic damaged its international image.
