The Peter Zeihan Podcast Series

Peter Zeihan
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Sep 4, 2023 • 4min

The Recruiting Crisis: US Military Adapts to Zoomers || Peter Zeihan

The US military has had recruitment issues for a while, and the next generation reaching the recruitment age (aka those who hate any and all things social) won't be making it any easier. But this isn't just a US military issue; this is the leading edge of a recruiting crisis for everyone.Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/the-recruiting-crisis
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Sep 1, 2023 • 7min

Ukrainian Drones: A New Issue for Russia and China || Peter Zeihan

The super moon (or blue moon or whatever it was) didn't have just the animals stirring last night...and since I couldn't sleep, I figured we should talk about Ukraine's recent drone attack and its ramifications.Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/ukrainian-drone-attack
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Aug 31, 2023 • 6min

The Problem with Central Bank Digital Currencies || Peter Zeihan

With all the buzz around central banks starting digital currencies and one of these entities controlling all transactions, I think it's about time I burst everyone's bubble...Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/the-problem-with-central-bank-digital-currencies
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Aug 30, 2023 • 4min

Why Is a US - Cuba Deal Inevitable? || Peter Zeihan

Most people would scoff at the idea that Cuba could end the US as a major power, but that small country has something no one else does...Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/why-is-a-us-cuba-deal-inevitable
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Aug 29, 2023 • 15min

Understanding the Limits of Innovation || Peter Zeihan

Thanks to the right demographics and cheap capital, we've been living in a period of extreme technological advancement and innovation. Can innovation keep up with the needs of modular nuclear reactors, artificial intelligence hardware, space and satellites, biologic drugs, shale, and agriculture?Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/understanding-the-limits-of-innovation
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Aug 28, 2023 • 6min

The Marines Made Some New Toys: Tomahawks on Trucks || Peter Zeihan

Today, we're talking about a bunch of marines in trucks, with four Tomahawks strapped to each truck. I agree if that sounds like a random G.I. Joe creation to you. But this is a relatively new capability for the US, so let me explain how we got here. Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/marines-get-tomahawks-on-trucks
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Aug 25, 2023 • 13min

The BRICS Summit: Significant or Hoopla? || Peter Zeihan

International relations expert, Peter Zeihan, expresses skepticism about the effectiveness of the BRICS summit, highlighting the lack of meaningful deals between participating countries. He discusses the different perspectives and goals of the BRICS countries, explores the reasons behind considering moving away from using the US dollar, and analyzes the potential challenges the BRICS organization may face due to differing viewpoints and China's nationalist goals.
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Aug 24, 2023 • 5min

Prigozhin Is Dead...But Who Did It? || Peter Zeihan

Yevgeny Prigozhin, the leader of the Wagner Group, has reportedly died in a plane crash. The question that comes to mind isn't why this happened (because Prigozhin's hands were plenty dirty), but who did it?Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/prigozhin-is-dead-but-who-did-it
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Aug 23, 2023 • 7min

What Makes Texas So Successful || Peter Zeihan

Texas is known for many things - cowboys, bbq, oil, and who could forget the Alamo - but none of those are why Texas has been (and will continue to be) the fastest-growing state in the US. Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/what-makes-texas-so-successful
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Aug 22, 2023 • 4min

What Makes Vietnam a Valuable US Ally? || Peter Zeihan

Biden recently announced that he'd be making a trip to Vietnam, which will likely occur in September when he visits other regional powers. But what makes Vietnam such a valuable asset to have in the US portfolio of allies? Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/what-makes-vietnam-a-valuable-us-ally

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