Chuck Watson, risk expert and geopolitical analysis, discusses the unfolding situation in Israel and the potential risks it poses to energy, economic systems, and our social fabric. They explore the challenges faced by the world, the erosion of Israeli security, the dynamics of the US government, and the implications of the Middle East situation on global strategic nuclear war. They also discuss the importance of understanding complexity and governance in conflicts, and the potential impact of AI on geopolitics and governance.

On this episode we meet with risk expert and consultant, Chuck Watson.  Watson analyzes the types of risk we face in the modern world - from climate change to nuclear arms - and how the decisions of experts help us from plunging into the abyss. How do humans manage our instincts to over-react to risks we recently experienced with high-consequence, low-probability situations?  Further, Watson explores the role of human agency in risk analysis. How are humans smart enough to build dangerous systems, but unable to manage the same systems?  He looks at how building stronger governance systems will allow humans to overcome our current predicament. About Chuck Watson:Chuck Watson is the founder and Director of Research and Development of Enki Holdings, LLC. Enki’s models and their outputs are used by governments around the world such as the US Government (NASA, Defense Department, State Department, EPA), the States of Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Hawaii, as well as the insurance industry and UN Agencies. Chuck has been a frequent guest on NPR, CNBC, and Bloomberg News providing expert perspectives on the economic impacts of natural and anthropogenic hazards.  For Show Notes and Transcript visit: https://www.thegreatsimplification.com/episode/04-chuckwatson

Discussions on the conflict in Ukraine, resource control, cultural clashes, and political posturing. Are European countries pushing the US involvement? Chuck Watson's insights on the conflict, media portrayal doubts, France-Russia-China-Africa relationships, and casualties in Ukraine. Exploring the complexities of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, NATO's role, and the need for peaceful resolution.