
Firas Modad
Provides consultancy and advice for businesses who want to do business and understand the Middle East. He helps businesses select and price their risks based on how the Middle East works.
Top 5 podcasts with Firas Modad
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Mar 6, 2025 • 2h 11min
#056 - Firas Modad - How Trump Is Reshaping the World
Firas Modad, a political analyst and expert on governance and societal change, dives deep into the currents shaping our world. He discusses the power dynamics of oligarchs and their control over democracy, and critiques the rise of populism. Modad sheds light on Trump's unique political strategies and the implications of Western democracy's struggles. He explores how social welfare policies may lead to societal corruption and critiques the moral failures of elites. The conversation is a thought-provoking look at the forces reshaping global governance.

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Jun 23, 2025 • 1h 44min
#085 - Firas Modad - The Proxy World War: Israel, Iran & Why the U.S. Always Says Yes
Firas Modad, a consultant specializing in Middle Eastern business strategies, provides a gripping analysis of the escalating proxy world war involving Israel, Iran, and the U.S. He deciphers the geopolitical chess game, revealing how American foreign policy often prioritizes Israeli interests over its own security. From the perils of regime change in Iran to the nuances of pro-Palestinian protests, the discussion is rich with insights. Modad also highlights the intertwining of religion and politics, showing how deeply rooted beliefs shape conflict and potential resolutions.

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Mar 19, 2025 • 1h 59min
#060 - Firas Modad - How a Terrorist Became Syria’s President
Firas Modad, a geopolitical analyst and Middle East expert, dives deep into the ongoing turmoil in Syria and the complex web of global power struggles involving the US, Russia, and Iran. He discusses how sectarian divides fuel conflict and the failures of Western interventions. Modad addresses the challenges of nation-building in the Arab world and the impact of authoritarian leadership. The conversation also touches on the dark realities faced by Syrian refugees and the ideologies that underpin groups like ISIS, ultimately questioning Syria's path towards either reconciliation or continued violence.

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Apr 27, 2025 • 1h 57min
Episode 1206: A World on Fire w/ Firas Modad and Ron Dodson
Firas Modad, a geopolitical risk analyst, and Ron Dodson, a Texas hedge fund manager, delve into the complex state of global affairs. They analyze the geopolitical dynamics in the Middle East, focusing on Iran's regional ambitions. The duo critiques U.S. foreign policy and explores how cultural perspectives shape international relations. They discuss the ideological clash within modern Christianity and its influence on political identities in Europe, advocating for a reevaluation of political frameworks grounded in shared values.

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Jun 10, 2025 • 1h 55min
Episode 1225: Immigration and Civil War w/ Firas Modad and Ron Dodson
Firas Modad, a geopolitical risk analyst, and Ron Dodson, a Texas hedge fund manager, dive deep into the implications of immigration on the US and Europe. They explore the rising ethnic tensions and cultural identity crises reshaping societies, particularly in Britain. The discussion also highlights the intersection of cultural practices and crime, the role of church communities in fostering unity, and the geopolitical intricacies involving Turkey and the Middle East. Lastly, they analyze civil unrest, governance challenges, and the potential for increased violence in the face of instability.