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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
"Made in China" Becomes "Made in Vietnam" || Peter Zeihan
7/11/2025
Vietnam has been clawing its way up the American import leaderboard. With Trump's July 9 tariff decision-day quickly approaching, let's look at why Vietnam is next in line to China.
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Duration:00:08:46
Why Do the Democrats Keep Losing Ground? || Peter Zeihan
7/10/2025
The future of the Democratic Party in the US isn't looking too bright. When strategy and targeting don't change for over half a century, I suppose that's what they get.
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/why-do-the-democrats-keep-losing-ground
Duration:00:06:48
Xi Purges Chinese Military of Corruption…Kinda || Peter Zeihan
7/9/2025
Xi Jinping's ongoing anti-corruption campaign has just found and purged its eighth CMC member, General Miao.
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Duration:00:02:34
Rebuilding the American Industrial Base, Rare Earths Edition || Peter Zeihan
7/8/2025
American reindustrialization was always going to be painful process, but there were several ways to soften that blow; the biggest of which was our trade relationship with China. At least, it was.
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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/rebuilding-the-american-industrial-base-rare-earths-edition
Duration:00:09:16
The Art of Trump’s Trade Deal || Peter Zeihan
7/7/2025
Robert Lighthizer, the former US Trade Representative during Trump's first term, declined to return for a second term? But why?
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Duration:00:04:49
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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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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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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Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/israels-uncertain-endgame-in-iran
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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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