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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!
Language:
English
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Episodes
Syria and the Return of the March || Peter Zeihan
9/18/2025
Syria has been riddled with problems for ages, but will all that chaos boil up and spill over? The short answer is that it’s unlikely, but let’s unpack it.
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/syria-and-the-return-of-the-march
Duration:00:04:09
Ukraine Hammers Russian Oil Infrastructure || Peter Zeihan
9/16/2025
The Ukrainians have ramped up strikes on Russian energy infrastructure, sending ripples through Russia's refining capacity and triggering fuel shortages. But what changes enabled this to occur?
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/ukraine-hammers-russian-oil-infrastructure
Duration:00:04:49
While I Was Gone, Part 4: US Security || Peter Zeihan
9/15/2025
To wrap up this short series on things that went down while I was away, we'll be looking at some alarming developments in US security.
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/while-i-was-gone-part-4-us-security
Duration:00:05:11
While I Was Gone, Part 3: Economic Status || Peter Zeihan
9/12/2025
Today, we'll be turning our attention towards the economic moves that the Trump admin made while I was away.
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/while-i-was-gone-part-3-economic-status
Duration:00:10:28
While I Was Gone, Part 2: US Health || Peter Zeihan
9/11/2025
RFK Jr. was busy while I was away...
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/while-i-was-gone-part-2-us-health
Duration:00:04:27
While I Was Gone, Part 1: Trade Policy Updates || Peter Zeihan
9/10/2025
A US federal appeals court has ruled that most of Trump's tariffs are illegal since the president needs congressional authority to declare trade emergencies or impose tariffs.
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/while-i-was-gone-part-1-trade-policy-updates
Duration:00:04:36
Should the UAE Invest in a Tech Sector? || Peter Zeihan
9/9/2025
The UAE is pouring money into building a tech sector, focusing on semiconductor fabrication plants and data centers.
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/should-the-uae-invest-in-a-tech-sector
Duration:00:06:19
The Automation of War Drags On || Peter Zeihan
9/8/2025
As we look out onto the battlefields of the wars of tomorrow, will we see humanoid robots and AI-driven autonomous weapons...
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/the-automation-of-war-drags-on
Duration:00:04:15
Avoiding the Middle-Income Trap || Peter Zeihan
9/5/2025
There's a point in many nations' timelines where the per capita income stalls. This is known as the middle-income trap...
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/avoiding-the-middle-income-trap
Duration:00:05:55
Automation of US Agriculture || Peter Zeihan
9/4/2025
It's not a stretch to say that US agriculture is one of the most automated industries out there...
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/automation-of-us-agriculture
Duration:00:06:59
Can China Break Through the First Island Chain? || Peter Zeihan
9/3/2025
I often hear rumblings of China's naval power, but one of the many reasons I pay no mind is the first island chain...
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/can-china-break-through-the-first-island-chain
Duration:00:05:25
George Jetson Would Be Disappointed with Autonomous Vehicles || Peter Zeihan
9/2/2025
I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but it doesn't look like we’re all going to have personal Waymos anytime soon. There are four major hurdles.
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/george-jetson-would-be-disappointed-with-autonomous-vehicles
Duration:00:05:10
Will the Drought in Iran Cause Political Change? || Peter Zeihan
9/1/2025
The drought in Iran is worsening, but this isn't going to spur radical and immediate political change. Let's unpack it.
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/will-the-drought-in-iran-cause-political-change
Duration:00:03:50
Smokey Bear's Best Friend: fire.airnow.gov || Peter Zeihan
8/29/2025
We're talking about every hiker’s worst nightmare. No, not the feeling of slipping into wet boots that didn't dry out overnight. We're talking about smoke!
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/smokey-bears-best-friend
Duration:00:05:58
Ukraine Strikes Russia's Druzhba Oil Pipeline || Peter Zeihan
8/28/2025
The Russians have been funding their war effort in Ukraine with oil exports, but some new Ukrainian tactics are disrupting that flow.
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/ukraine-strikes-russias-druzhba-oil-pipeline
Duration:00:03:08
A Peace Deal for Azerbaijan and Armenia? || Peter Zeihan
8/27/2025
Since the collapse of the Soviet Union, Armenia and Azerbaijan have been in conflict. But the tides are shifting in favor of Azerbaijan, thanks to several things.
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/a-peace-deal-for-azerbaijan-and-armenia
Duration:00:07:33
American and Indian Relations Sour || Peter Zeihan
8/26/2025
The global rise of right-wing populist governments has complicated the relationships between many of the dominant countries and leaders. The latest is America and India.
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/american-and-indian-relations-sour
Duration:00:07:00
Russian Evolutions in the Ukraine War || Peter Zeihan
8/25/2025
We're beginning to see a notable shift in the Russians war strategy in Ukraine. Those large-scale meat assaults are being swapped for small infantry advances and widespread air strikes via drones and missiles to overwhelm Ukrainian air defenses.
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/russian-evolutions-in-the-ukraine-war
Duration:00:07:56
The Alaska Summit: Putin and Trump Talk War || Peter Zeihan
8/22/2025
Putin and Trump are planning to meet in Alaska in the coming days. Trump's plan is to emphasize Russia's losses in Ukraine (economically, strategically, and militarily), in hopes that Putin will pull back from the war in Ukraine.
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/the-alaska-summit-putin-and-trump-talk-war
Duration:00:06:51
Trump Trade Talks: NAFTA Deals Stall || Peter Zeihan
8/20/2025
To nobody's surprise, trade talks with Mexico and Canada have stalled. Reminder that these are America's top two trading partners and export markets, so securing a favorable deal isn't just a nice-to-have, it's a necessity.
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/trump-trade-talks-nafta-deals-stall
Duration:00:06:20