The Peter Zeihan Podcast Series
Peter Zeihan
Welcome to The Peter Zeihan Podcast Series! Geopolitical Strategist Peter Zeihan is a global energy, demographic and security expert. If you want to stay informed on the realities of geography and populations, you've come to the right place. Zeihan's worldview offers insights into how global politics impact markets and economic trends, helping industry leaders navigate today’s complex mix of geopolitical risks and opportunities. Expect a forward-looking approach to what will drive tomorrow’s headlines, delivered in digestible, accessible and relevant takeaways for audiences of all types. For more info or to subscribe to the newsletter, visit: zeihan.com Subscribe to the YouTube Channel @zeihanongeopolitics Thanks for listening, and don't forget to subscribe!
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Jun 27, 2023 • 13min
And Now We Return to Our Regularly Scheduled Program (Ukraine War Updates) || Peter Zeihan
Despite all the hullabaloo about the not-coup in Russia over the weekend, this assessment that we had initially planned to publish still holds true for the tactical situation in Ukraine...as well as some of the strategic implications with the Russians. Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/and-now-we-return-to-our-regularly-scheduled-program
Jun 26, 2023 • 10min
The Russia Coup Part 4: Psych! || Peter Zeihan
For those of you who did more normal things this weekend, you missed a coup in Russia! (Or not...) Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/the-russia-coup-part-4-psych
Jun 24, 2023 • 7min
The Russia Coup Part 3: Russia’s Global Footprint || Peter Zeihan
While the future of the Russian government is very much up in the air, the chances of an outright overthrow are thin. However, the future of the Wagner mercenary group is most assuredly not. That puts every Russian military mission outside of the former Soviet Union in terminal danger. Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/the-russia-coup-part-3-russias-global-footprint
Jun 24, 2023 • 5min
The Russia Coup Part 2: The Propaganda War || Peter Zeihan
Whether at home or abroad, Russia is the world’s primary provider of lies, misinformation and propaganda. With the future of the Russian government now being challenged, expect wild, competing noise on any and all topics. The issue at hand is not all the Russian propagandists are on the same side. Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/the-russia-coup-part-2-the-propaganda-war
Jun 24, 2023 • 13min
The Russia Coup Part 1: What the Hell Is Going On? || Peter Zeihan
An attempted coup is in progress in Russia. The mercenary group Wagner, led by a one-time confidant of Vladimir Putin, Yevgeny Prigozin, is attempting to overthrow the Kremlin. The implications for the Ukraine War are…massive. Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/the-russia-coup-part-1-what-the-hell-is-going-on-and-the-ukraine-angle
Jun 23, 2023 • 4min
Ask Peter: What's the Deal with Manchin's Gas Pipeline? || Peter Zeihan
Democrat Joe Manchin managed to sneak a few clauses into the debt ceiling extension deal for the completion of his Mountain Valley Pipeline. Environmentalists are pissed, and fossil fuel lovers gave Machin a double thumbs up. So who's right and who's wrong? Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/ask-peter-whats-the-deal-with-manchins-gas-pipeline
Jun 22, 2023 • 10min
Mr. Modi Goes to Washington || Peter Zeihan
Prime Minister Modi is stateside and prepping for his address to Congress and state dinner. While a summit with Modi may have been inevitable (as he's the leader of the most populous country and up-and-coming power), we need to look at India's relationship with the rest of the world to see what might come of this meeting. Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/mr-modi-goes-to-washington
Jun 21, 2023 • 7min
Ask Peter: Will Azerbaijan Try to Take Nagorno-Karabakh from Armenia? || Peter Zeihan
Armenia and Azerbaijan have some "history" together...and not in a good way. As the Ukraine War ramps up and stress is added to the Russian system, will we see the Armenians and Azerbaijanis creating some new history? Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/ask-peter-will-azerbaijan-try-to-take-nagorno-karabakh-from-armenia
Jun 20, 2023 • 4min
A Chinese Listening Post in Cuba: What It Means for the US || Peter Zeihan
The news of a "new" Chinese listening post in Cuba sparks the question: why is Cuba so important to the US? No, we're not talking about cigars. We're talking about Cuba's role in American strategic planning. Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/a-chinese-listening-post-in-cuba-what-it-means-for-the-us
Jun 19, 2023 • 6min
Mr. Blinken goes to Beijing || Peter Zeihan
Secretary of State Antony Blinken is heading to China to attempt to reset relations. He's getting flack from both sides, and I won't talk about that, but I do want to bring up three things... Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/mr-blinken-goes-to-beijing
