Gordon Chang

In this discussion, Gordon Chang, an expert on Chinese politics and economics, sheds light on the economic strain China faces from rising U.S. tariffs and Xi Jinping's tough negotiating position. He reveals how these tensions might lead to greater isolation for China. Meanwhile, George Barros, who tracks military strategies at the Institute for the Study of War, dives into the renewed offensives in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, analyzing Putin's motivations and the demographic pressures influencing Russia's military recruitment efforts.

Gordon Chang, author of 'Plan Red', and Jeff Smith, director at the Heritage Foundation, delve into the escalating U.S.-China trade tensions, focusing on China's economic struggles and the implications of potential tariff negotiations. They discuss China's increasingly assertive stance, its alliance with Russia, and how these factors shape global dynamics. Additionally, the conversation turns to the volatile situation between India and Pakistan, examining the escalating military tensions and the historical context of the Kashmir dispute, raising concerns over regional stability.

Jonathan Pageau, a symbolic iconographer, dives into the mind-bending theory that NASA may have discovered evidence of a parallel universe, linking it to our cultural symbols. Gordon Chang, author of 'China Is Going To War,' discusses the Panama Canal's potential to ignite global conflict with China. They also explore U.S.-China tensions, Trump's pharmaceutical plans, and the political undertones of Biden's farewell address, blending humor with keen insights into current geopolitical crises.