Firas Modad

Ron Dodson, a Texas hedge fund owner and geopolitical commentator, teams up with Firas Modad, a Middle East analyst and host of The Lotus Eaters. They explore the implications of Trump's potential reelection on U.S. foreign policy, the decline of liberal globalism, and the evolving role of cartels in Latin America. Discussions also include China's resource dependencies, Russia-India partnerships, and the strategic significance of Odessa in Ukraine. They emphasize the need for civic engagement and discuss the looming risks of demographic shifts on national cohesion.

Firas Modad, a Middle East analyst and host at The Lotus Eaters, and John Fieldhouse, a former Army officer, delve into the unrest in Iran. They explore the intricate causes behind protests, comparing them to historical revolutions. Firas discusses how regional setbacks diminish the Iranian regime's legitimacy. The duo also tackles the delicate dynamics of ethnic identities and the implications of external influences. They weigh the risks of Iran's nuclear ambitions and predict how potential leadership changes could reshape the country's future.