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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Apr 20, 2023 • 1min
The Mega-Prison of El Salvador || Peter Zeihan
Let's talk about El Salvador's new mega-prison filled with gang leaders, drug traffickers and the worst of the worst. Sounds great, right? Lock up the bad guys and throw away the key...but they may have just opened a whole new can of worms. Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/the-mega-prison-of-el-salvador
Apr 19, 2023 • 5min
Clean Energy in Chicago: Why Windy Suburbs Matter || Peter Zeihan
What do Chicago, Denver, and DFW all have in common? Yes, they are all major metro areas in the US, but more importantly, they're colocated with green energy sources. As the world adopts more and more clean energy, these regions with localized energy sources will have a huge leg up on places that don't.Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/clean-energy-in-chicago-why-windy-suburbs-matter
Apr 18, 2023 • 4min
Sooner or Later: Oklahoma's Time to Shine || Peter Zeihan
That pan-shaped state above Texas offers much more than just tornados and sports. The Sooner State has done most of the heavy lifting in establishing itself as an agricultural, precision manufacturing, and energy state. All that to say, Oklahoma is not only a leader in the US but globally as well. Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/sooner-or-later-oklahomas-time-to-shine
Apr 17, 2023 • 7min
Will AI Steal My Job? (Testing ChatGPT) || Peter Zeihan
Worried AI is going to steal your job and kick you to the curb? If you watched the video, you can probably see why I'm not worried about my job security. While AI is going to change the way we do a lot of things, it still needs some time before it's cracking the kind of nuanced jokes I'm famous for. Note: This video was recrorded prior to the GPT-4 update. Full Newsletter:
Apr 14, 2023 • 9min
The Water Crisis in the American Southwest || Peter Zeihan
The American Southwest is primed to be one of the largest beneficiaries of the changes caused by deglobalization. However, everything in the American Southwest depends upon one thing...WATER.Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/the-water-crisis-in-the-american-southwest
Apr 13, 2023 • 6min
Dire Straits: Energy in Europe || Peter Zeihan
Europe's energy situation looked pretty dire last year as concerns began to mount over the impending winter season. Thankfully they dodged a bullet this year, but how many more bullets can the Europeans dodge? Horrible views today up on the Isthmus Peak Trail in New Zealand.Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/dire-straits-energy-in-europe
Apr 12, 2023 • 3min
They're Watching You: The Ban on TikTok || Peter Zeihan
The CCP is always watching...and no, I'm not talking about spy balloons today. Under the law in China, any company must cooperate with the government. So if you've got TikTok on your phone, you may want to watch your back. Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/theyre-watching-you-the-tiktok-ban
Apr 11, 2023 • 8min
Demographics Part 9: The Advanced Developing World || Peter Zeihan
The advanced developing world is about to have its moment. We're talking about India, Turkey, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Brazil. These countries were a little late to the global scene, but now it's their time to shine, hopefully... Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/demographics-part-9-the-advanced-developing-world
Apr 10, 2023 • 4min
Russia Moves Nukes to Belarus || Peter Zeihan
Anytime Russia and nukes are mentioned in the same sentence...the world pays attention. But does moving some Russian nukes to Belarus inherently change Putin's military posture?Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/russia-moves-nukes-to-belarus
Apr 7, 2023 • 9min
Macron Tries to Reason with a Failing China || Peter Zeihan
The week's major news is that French President Macron is trying to bring Chinese President Xi to his senses. As Macron urges Xi to drop his support of Putin and the Russian war on Ukraine, we need to see why this conversation is even happening. Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/macron-tries-to-reason-with-a-failing-china
