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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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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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Episodes
Finally, a Productive NATO Summit || Peter Zeihan
7/4/2025
I don't know what was in the water at the latest NATO summit, but something got Trump to be cooperative. Perhaps it had something to do with Mark Rutte greasing his wheels.
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Duration:00:05:16
The Revolution in Military Affairs: Ditching Artillery || Peter Zeihan
7/3/2025
Gone are the days of endless artillery barrages. The Russians have relied on this tactic for years, but drones and acoustic detection are changing that.
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Duration:00:05:50
The Revolution in Military Affairs: USS Nimitz || Peter Zeihan
7/2/2025
This video was recorded back in April of this year, hence the snow. The Nimitz is making its final voyage (with a recent detour to the Middle East), before it's set to be decommissioned and replaced by the more advanced Ford-class carriers.
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Duration:00:03:25
The US Strikes Iran's Nuclear Facilities || Peter Zeihan
7/1/2025
Over the weekend, the US launched a major airstrike on Iran, targeting critical nuclear sites. We don't know the extent of the damage as of yet.
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/the-us-strikes-irans-nuclear-facilities
Duration:00:04:55
The Revolution in Military Affairs: Naval Advances || Peter Zeihan
6/30/2025
Trying to predict the long-term future of naval warfare may be futile, but we can examine some of the weapon systems emerging in current conflicts.
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Duration:00:03:49
The Revolution in Military Affairs: Europe's Future || Peter Zeihan
6/27/2025
Last time we chatted about the misalignment between American weapons systems and European needs. So, what does the future of Europe's military strategy look like?
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/the-revolution-in-military-affairs-europes-future
Duration:00:10:30
Israel’s Uncertain Endgame in Iran || Peter Zeihan
6/26/2025
Israel and Iran are still in the thick of an air war, which is really their only option given the several countries between them. But are things going to ramp up here soon? Is nuclear war coming? Will the US get involved?
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Duration:00:05:06
The Revolution in Military Affairs: Weapons Sales || Peter Zeihan
6/25/2025
Our series on the revolution in military affairs continues with the geopolitics of weapons sales. Why does Europe buy US weapons? And will they continue to do so?
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Duration:00:07:17
What is Israel's Victory Condition in Iran? || Peter Zeihan
6/24/2025
Israel and Iran are still going at it, but things have not significantly escalated. Here's a breakdown of the situation and what could come next.
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Duration:00:04:10
Oil Markets Aren't Worried About Iran || Peter Zeihan
6/23/2025
With everything going on between Israel and Iran right now, I know what you're thinking - it's time to run to Costco and fill up the gas tank. Hear me out though, we don't live in the same world we did a few decades ago.
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Duration:00:04:27
Israel Launches Attack on Iranian Nuclear Sites || Peter Zeihan
6/20/2025
Israel has launched a significant military campaign against Iran, primarily targeting nuclear facilities. Let's break down the targets, impacts, and what's coming.
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/israel-launches-attack-on-iranian-nuclear-sites
Duration:00:05:57
Watch This Number for Recession Indicators || Peter Zeihan
6/20/2025
Everyone, get your calendars out and draw a big red circle around July. Why? Because a recession could be coming.
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Link to the tracker: https://fred.stlouisfed.org/series/ICNSA
Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/watch-this-number-for-recession-indicators
Duration:00:06:01
Trump Calls in the Marines for California's Protests || Peter Zeihan
6/19/2025
Anyone remember that 2011 movie called Battle Los Angeles? It's beginning to look a lot like that again, just with a different kind of aliens this time.
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/trump-calls-in-the-marines-for-californias-protests
Duration:00:05:48
The Revolution in Military Affairs: Series Intro || Peter Zeihan
6/18/2025
Today, we're launching into our new series on the future of military affairs. Before we get into what is coming, let's first discuss what past revolutions in warfare have looked like.
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/the-revolution-in-military-affairs-series-intro
Duration:00:06:13
Musk Pulls the Carpet Out from Under DOGE || Peter Zeihan
6/17/2025
The leader of DOGE (aka Elon Musk) has fallen from grace with President Trump and the rest of the agency is crumbling behind him. So, where does this leave the Department of Governmental Efficiency?
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/musk-pulls-the-carpet-out-from-under-doge
Duration:00:04:08
Trouble in MAGA Paradise || Peter Zeihan
6/13/2025
America's “favorite” couple is breaking up...and doing so very publicly. I guess there just wasn't enough room for two egotistical divas in the relationship.
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/trouble-in-maga-paradise
Duration:00:12:48
Should the US Military Invade Mexico? || Peter Zeihan
6/13/2025
With rising violence in Mexico, is it time that the US military steps in? To quote Michael Scott, "No God please no!"
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/should-the-us-military-invade-mexico
Duration:00:09:03
The Demographic Crisis in Russia || Peter Zeihan
6/12/2025
The Russian demographic crisis is worsening. So, let's look at the long-term structural, social, and economic problems, as well as some of the more recent changes hurting the Russian population.
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/the-demographic-crisis-in-russia
Duration:00:06:17
Finally, Some Clarity on US-China Relations || Peter Zeihan
6/11/2025
It's a bird, it's a plane, it's...some long-awaited clarity on US-China relations. Here are the two major developments that we're tracking and what they mean moving forward.
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/finally-some-clarity-on-us-china-relations
Duration:00:04:20
What's Up with the Middle East: Saudi Oil Slips || Peter Zeihan
6/10/2025
Oil has been the secret sauce for the Middle East for ages, but that's beginning to change.
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/whats-up-with-the-middle-east-saudi-oil-slips
Duration:00:06:31