RANE Podcast Series

In this episode of RANE's Essential Geopolitics podcast, a look at the 2022 Winter Olympics, at their host, China. The games are played amid a tense geopolitical atmosphere: including a diplomatic boycott over China's alleged human rights abuses; its relationship with Taiwan, disputed claims on land and sea, and as a crisis develops at the Russia-Ukraine border. Chase Blazek, Asia Pacific analyst for RANE, provides perspective. Subscribe to RANE Worldview, for the latest geopolitics and business intelligence. 

In today’s episode of the RANE insights podcast, RANE founder David Lawrence, speaks with Jackie Barbieri Founder and CEO of Whitespace, a Spatial Data Analytics company. She recently published the results of a study that used raw mobile geolocation data to track and predict Covid-19 outbreaks. Here's a short video explaining how they measured contact. RANE offers risk intelligence solutions to more than 400 leading corporations, government agencies, and academic institutions. More than 1.5 million members turn to RANE, for risk intelligence that cuts through the hype to focus on what they need to know, what to expect, and what to do. Learn about us, at ranenetwork.com

It's time for an update on the global geopolitical standoff over Ukraine. In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, we discuss Vladimir Putin's game plan for Ukraine, in the long-and-short term, and ask whether the west is playing right into Russia's hand. Eurasia analyst, Matthew Orr is RANE's resident expert on this topic.  Whether you’re watching developments about Ukraine or any country, RANE Worldview is the go-to source for comprehensive geopolitical news, analysis & intelligence. Try us out. Right now, we’re offering a  subscription special rate. Details and a link to subscribe are at stratfor.com. 

In today’s episode of the RANE Insights podcast, RANE founder David Lawrence zeroes in on cybersecurity and disinformation. His guest is the former Secretary of U.S. Homeland Security, now Chairman of the Chertoff Group, Michael Chertoff.  They discuss how the crisis over Ukraine may accelerate disinformation, destabilization, and digital warfare. Stay ahead of cyber risks that could impact your operations. Become a RANE member today! Visit ranenetwork.com

In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, a look at the latest from North and South Korea.  North Korea’s missile tests seemed to be on hiatus during the global pandemic. But North Korea held several ballistic missile test launches in January. And that has caught the attention of presidential candidates in South Korea. Scott Kardas, an Asia Pacific analyst with RANE shares details about the security dynamics of the Korean peninsula. Subscribe Today. Be Informed for Tomorrow. Get comprehensive geopolitical news, analysis & intelligence with Worldview. Sign up here: https://cloud.subscribe.stratfor.com/worldview  

In this episode of the RANE Insights podcast, we offer a special cyber briefing from RANE, the Risk Assistance Network and Exchange.  The threat of a cyberattack looms large in both corporate minds and those of governments around the world. For instance, as the standoff at Ukraine’s border continues, RANE has shared analysis with our clients and subscribers about the potential for Russian-driven cyber attacks as a destabilization tactic. An attack that devastates infrastructure or wipes out records is no longer the stuff of science fiction, says RANE’s Senior Global analyst, Matthew Bey. You can learn more about RANE’s cyber risk solutions at info@ranenetwork.com. Make sure to subscribe to our daily cyber brief, for improved situational awareness of emerging cyber threats. Go to ranenetwork.com to sign up today.

In this episode of the RANE Insights on COVID-19 podcast, host and RANE Founder David Lawrence gets caught up on the extent of long-haul covid cases, the pros and cons of vaccines for little children, and the state of the Omicron infection in the U.S. Dr. Bill Lang is an expert in public health responses to biological incidents, including pandemics. Dr. Fred Southwick is an infectious disease expert at the University of Florida College of Medicine. RANE is a risk intelligence company that provides access to critical insights, analysis, and support to ensure business continuity and resiliency for our members. We offer custom risk monitoring, including tools to efficiently screen and analyze emerging risks for your business. Sign up today! Visit ranenetwork.com.

In this episode of RANE's Essential Geopolitics podcast, Clara Brackbill walks us through what’s happening in West Africa. She is a Sub-Saharan Africa analyst with RANE. The president of Guinea-Bissau remains president, after a failed coup attempt on February 1.  Just a week earlier, the military of Burkina Faso outed its elected government. In Chad, the military took over last year and the same happened to Mali in 2020. Is democracy in Africa under attack?  Subscribe Today. Be Informed for Tomorrow. $1 for 4 weeks Then our regular rate of $99/year. Visit: https://cloud.subscribe.stratfor.com/worldview

In this episode of RANE'sEssential Geopolitics podcast, Emily Donahue gets an update on the border dispute between India and China from RANE South Asia analyst, Ekta Raghuwanshi. The disputed border between India and China is unlikely to result in a violent conflict, but the stalemate could hasten regional militarization, raising the perception of a potential security threat. The Ladakh region has been the subject of ongoing talks since 2020. RANE Worldview provides complete coverage of global issues and security situations so that wherever you land, you are prepared for what’s next. RANE's global team is tracking and forecasting global political, economic, security and business trends to help you navigate an increasingly complex world. Subscribe today: $1 for 4 weeks. https://cloud.subscribe.stratfor.com/worldview 

In this episode of the RANE Insights podcast series, RANE founder David Lawrence delves into the concept of environmental, social, and governance for boards and investors. Amid a global pandemic, increased awareness of climate risk, and new attention to social injustice, corporate responsibility is especially relevant for investors and for boards. Lawrence speaks to Chantal Wessels, who is head of Global Financial Reporting and Corporate ESG at Nasdaq, about the challenges and promise of purposeful ESG. RANE is a risk intelligence company that provides access to critical insights, analysis, and support to ensure business continuity and resiliency for our members. We offer custom risk monitoring, including tools to efficiently screen and analyze emerging risks. Find out how RANE can help your organization manage risk. Visit ranenetwork.com