
RANE Podcast Series
This podcast series offers risk intelligence and analysis from RANE Network. RANE is a risk intelligence company that provides business professionals with access to critical insights, analysis, and support, enabling them to better anticipate, monitor, and respond to emerging risks and threats. In the RANE podcast series, risk management experts and thought leaders share best practices for managing business risk, geopolitical risk, physical and cyber security risks, compliance risk, and other key risks and threats that organizations face today. These podcasts empower businesses, governments, and individuals to confidently navigate an increasingly complex international environment. At RANE, we believe shared risks require shared solutions and invite you to listen in.
Latest episodes

Nov 7, 2024 • 14min
The Economic Outlook for the U.S.
In this episode of Essential Geopolitics, RANE’s Global Economy Analyst Markus Jaeger explains the likely trajectory for the U.S. economy in the short and long-term.
RANE is a global risk intelligence company that delivers risk and security professionals access to critical insights, analysis and support to ensure business continuity and resilience for our clients. For more information about RANE's risk management solutions, visit www.ranenetwork.com.

Nov 5, 2024 • 11min
Essential Geopolitics: The Trajectory of Israel-Hamas
In this episode of Essential Geopolitics, RANE’s Senior Middle East and North Africa Analyst Ryan Bohl analyzes the outlook for the Israel-Hamas conflict following Yahya Sinwar’s assassination.
RANE is a global risk intelligence company that delivers risk and security professionals access to critical insights, analysis and support to ensure business continuity and resilience for our clients. For more information about RANE's risk management solutions, visit www.ranenetwork.com.

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Oct 24, 2024 • 53min
United States of Addiction III
Dr. Mark Gold, a world-renowned expert on addiction, shares his extensive knowledge on the current addiction crisis in the U.S. He discusses the opioid epidemic's impact and the alarming rise in counterfeit drugs among teens. Gold advocates for better data collection and highlights the importance of personal narratives in understanding addiction. He also explores innovative treatments like psychedelics and stresses the need for public education on marijuana's risks, especially for youth, linking it to broader societal issues.

Oct 22, 2024 • 15min
Cyber Concerns Ahead of the U.S. Election
In this episode of Essential Geopolitics, RANE Cyber Analyst Ali Plucinski highlights major cyber risks companies should be aware of as the U.S. general election approaches.
RANE is a global risk intelligence company that delivers risk and security professionals access to critical insights, analysis and support to ensure business continuity and resilience for our clients. For more information about RANE's risk management solutions, visit www.ranenetwork.com.

Oct 21, 2024 • 1h 11min
Understanding and Preparing for Cyber Risks
Arete is a global cyber risk company whose mission is to transform the way organizations prepare for, respond to, and prevent cybercrime. This episode will provide listeners with expert insights from two leaders in the cybersecurity industry, and equip organizations to better prepare for cybercrimes before they happen.
As October is recognized as National Cyber Security Awareness Month, we want to take this opportunity to share a piece of Arete content "The First 24 Hours After a Cyber Incident." This pdf provides guidelines to organizations for the immediate actions necessary to take after a cyber incident occurs.
If you’re interested in the CISA #StopRansomware Guide, you can access the full document here.
RANE is a global risk intelligence company that delivers risk and security professionals access to critical insights, analysis and support to ensure business continuity and resilience for our clients. For more information about RANE's risk management solutions, visit www.ranenetwork.com.

Oct 18, 2024 • 17min
October Elections in Georgia and Moldova
In this episode of Essential Geopolitics, RANE’s Eurasia Analyst Matthew Orr provides an overview of Georgia and Moldova’s upcoming elections and explains what the results will mean for the threat landscape in Europe.
RANE is a global risk intelligence company that delivers risk and security professionals access to critical insights, analysis and support to ensure business continuity and resilience for our clients. For more information about RANE's risk management solutions, visit www.ranenetwork.com.

Oct 17, 2024 • 32min
What to Expect from Indonesia’s New Prime Minister
Indonesia held its presidential election back in February and the inauguration fast approaching on Oct. 20th. In this episode of Essential Geopolitics, RANE’s Asia-Pacific Analyst Nate Fischler explains what President Elect Prabowo Subianto’s inauguration will mean for the country going forward.
RANE is a global risk intelligence company that delivers risk and security professionals access to critical insights, analysis and support to ensure business continuity and resilience for our clients. For more information about RANE's risk management solutions, visit www.ranenetwork.com.

Oct 11, 2024 • 52min
Special Episode for the 2024 RANE & NASDAQ Risk Summit: Fireside Chat with Paul Verbinnen
As part of RANE and Nasdaq’s recent risk summit on September 9th, RANE founder and chief collaborative officer David Lawrence is sitting down with a number of industry leaders to discuss major compliance, security, and geopolitical issues that are top of mind for global organizations.
In this special episode, RANE Founder and Chief Collaborative Officer, David Lawrence sits down with Paul Verbinnen, Partner and Co-Chairman of North America at FSG Global.
Paul Verbinnen is a Partner and Co-Chairman of North America at FSG Global. As Co-chair of North America, works with a wide range of clients on complex matters, M&A, crisis and special situations. Assists in developing firm strategy.
RANE is a global risk intelligence company that delivers risk and security professionals access to critical insights, analysis and support to ensure business continuity and resilience for our clients. For more information about RANE's risk management solutions, visit www.ranenetwork.com.

Oct 11, 2024 • 43min
The Risk of U.S. Political Unrest Leading Up to Elections
In this episode of Essential Geopolitics, RANE's Director of Analysis Sam Lichtenstein discusses the outlook for election violence and general political unrest in the United States
RANE is a global risk intelligence company that delivers risk and security professionals access to critical insights, analysis and support to ensure business continuity and resilience for our clients. For more information about RANE's risk management solutions, visit www.ranenetwork.com.

Oct 8, 2024 • 10min
The Future of Somalia
Hellen Muzungu, a Global Security Analyst at RANE, dives into Somalia's turbulent security landscape as the AU peacekeeping mission prepares for withdrawal. She discusses al-Shabaab's resilience and the Somali government's struggle for control. The talk explores Egypt's emerging leadership in security operations and Ethiopia's significant influence amidst ongoing challenges. Key themes include the need for effective governance and the potential for economic growth through strategic investments in a fragile region.