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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May 4, 2023 • 8min
Russian Intelligence Capabilities in Decline || Peter Zeihan
The Soviets once boasted the most intricate and prolific human intelligence network in the world, but things have taken a turn since the end of the Cold War. So why can't Putin's Russia keep pace with its predecessors? Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/russian-intelligence-capabilities-in-decline
May 3, 2023 • 5min
Top Secret Pentagon Documents Leaked by a 21 Year Old || Peter Zeihan
What happens when you give a 21-year-old access to TOP SECRET documents? They end up leaking those documents on a gaming chat platform...shocking. Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/top-secret-pentagon-documents-leaked-by-a-21-year-old
May 2, 2023 • 5min
Where Are All the Russian Hackers? || Peter Zeihan
Since the onset of the Ukraine War, everyone's been checking under their bed and looking in their closet for the boogeyman - a.k.a Russian Hackers - but they haven't been there. Today's video is coming to you from Wānaka, New Zealand. Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/where-are-all-the-russian-hackers
May 1, 2023 • 7min
Global Economic Growth Is Collapsing (Here's Why) || Peter Zeihan
When the International Monetary Fund (IMF) releases its least optimistic report in the last 50 years, alarm bells should go off for everyone. IMF's projected global economic growth for the next year is 2.8%, and for the next five years is only 3%. The scariest part is that these numbers are likely overly optimistic.Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/economic-growth-is-collapsing-around-the-world
Apr 28, 2023 • 3min
Iranian Seizure of Oil Tanker Could Spell Disaster for China || Peter Zeihan
The Iranians have seized the Advantage Sweet, a Turkish-owned oil tanker carrying roughly 800,000 barrels of Crude. The press release (or should I say 'slap on the wrist') issued by the US Navy should have the Chinese very concerned about their supply lines. Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/iranian-seizure-of-oil-tanker-could-spell-disaster-for-china
Apr 27, 2023 • 4min
Russia (Almost) Gets Military Supplies From Egypt || Peter Zeihan
To sell military equipment to the Russians, you have to be able to check a couple of boxes. First, you can't be worried about the political blowback from partnering with a genocidal, war-hungry country. Second, you either have a lot of extra supplies or are not worried about entering a war yourself. Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/russia-almost-gets-military-supplies-from-egypt
Apr 26, 2023 • 7min
What the New Zealand Dairy Industry Got Right (IT'S CHEESE!) || Peter Zeihan
I think I've found my favorite trail snack - Kikorangi Triple Cream Blue from Kapiti - I swear it will turn a 15-mile trek into a brisk walk. It just goes to show that as the world's top dairy exporter, New Zealand has its s*** figured out... Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/the-new-zealand-dairy-industry
Apr 25, 2023 • 3min
Crumbling Infrastructure in the Russian Taiga || Peter Zeihan
The terrain in northern Russia complicates building infrastructure enough. But in the aftermath of the Ukraine War (and without the West's involvement), I wouldn't expect this critical infrastructure in Russia to come back online in the next decade. Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/crumbling-infrastructure-in-the-russian-taiga
Apr 24, 2023 • 4min
The Economics of Green Energy (Can it Work?) || Peter Zeihan
The economics of green energy are vastly different from traditional fossil fuels, and we must understand their differences if the transition to green energy will ever be successful. Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/the-economics-of-green-energy
Apr 21, 2023 • 9min
Demographics Part 10: Problems in the Middle East || Peter Zeihan
The demographic situation in the Middle East can be explained by three factors: water, oil, and food. Water prevented the population from expanding. Oil generated the capital needed to industrialize and help the population grow. Food security will ruin all of this. Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/demographics-part-10-problems-in-the-middle-east
