https://youtu.be/KXY2C-iWbVY Analyst F. William Engdahl discusses his new book "The Lost Hegemon: Whom the Gods Would Destroy" where he explains how Western intelligence has manipulated and weaponized radical Islam, from the days of World War 2 and the Muslim Brotherhood to the Global War on Terror and the Islamic State. He also gives his analysis of the decline of American hegemony and what the future holds for the U.S.A. and the rest of the world. Websites williamengdahl.com twitter.com/Engdah...
Nov 11, 2016
Geopolitics & Empire · Annie Machon: Talks New Cold War and Surveillance State #035 Former MI5 Intelligence Officer and whistleblower Annie Machon discusses Western intelligence connections to radical Islam and her greatest fear today, the energy game and proxy war in Syria which could lead to a nuclear confrontation between the US and Russia. She also covers the threat of the surveillance state. Websites http://anniemachon.ch https://twitter.com/anniemachon Book Machon, A. (2005). Spies, Li...
Oct 07, 2016
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7rzFxpzWthA Christoph Germann gives a general overview and takes the pulse of the New Great Game for Eurasia between US/NATO, Russia and China. He also discusses the attempted coup in Turkey and his personal perspective on media analysis. Websites http://christophgermann.blogspot.com https://twitter.com/newgreatgame https://porkinspolicyreview.com http://www.boilingfrogspost.com About Christoph Germann Christoph Germann is an independent analyst whose focus is on ...
Aug 03, 2016
Geopolitics & Empire · Stephen Kinzer: U.S. Foreign Policy and Interventionism #033 Dr. Stephen Kinzer discusses U.S. foreign policy and interventionism and whether it is the most destabilizing force in the world today. He discusses which US presidential candidate would be worst in terms of increasing war tensions and also covers the legacy of Muhammad Ali's anti-war posture and "American exceptionalism" which is a key factor in support of US interventionism. Websites http://stephenkinzer.co...
Jun 08, 2016
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tEkI6FALU-s What are the greatest threats to civilization today? Why are the TTP and TTIP dangerous to democracy? How do states misbehave at the United Nations? How do we fix the United Nations? What human rights do whistleblowers such as Julian Assange and Edward Snowden have? What are the responsibilites of governments and citizens in global civil society? Websites https://twitter.com/alfreddezayas https://dezayasalfred.wordpress.com http://www.ohchr.org/EN/Issu...
Jun 01, 2016
Geopolitics & Empire · Allan Gotlieb: North American Politics and Integration #031 Retired Canadian Ambassador Allan Gotlieb discusses Canadian foreign policy in the shadow of U.S. foreign policy since 9/11. He reveals his thoughts on the progression of the North American idea and community or as Parag Khanna recently described it in the New York Times, "an emerging North American Union". He also provides his analysis of the Canadian oil sands and Keystone XL Pipeline. Finally, he offers adv...
May 25, 2016
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fp2yRLMXDio Award-winning journalist Russ Baker discusses the Deep State, the life and death of John F. Kennedy, U.S. elections, journalism and WhoWhatWhy.org. To learn more about deep politics and international affairs, go to: whowhatwhy.org Websites http://whowhatwhy.org http://russbaker.com http://www.familyofsecrets.com About Russ Baker Russ Baker’s career has been about one thing: finding out what really happened—or the truth of what is currently unfolding—an...
May 20, 2016
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bKY38QdG_U We speak with Daniel Estulin about ISIS and how it is used as an instrument by the Anglo-American empire. We also discuss his latest take on Syria, Bilderberg, the economy and the media as well as his new Bilderberg documentary. Websites https://twitter.com/estulindaniel Books & Film http://www.amazon.com/Daniel-Estulin/e/B002O0C8D6/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1459468196&sr=8-1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gzT_nhmLJTM About Daniel Estulin Dani...
Apr 01, 2016
Dr. Filip Kovačević discusses the latest news on NATO’s progress in Montenegro, how 2016 will be an important election year in the Balkans and for the United Nations, which will select a new Secretary-General. His thesis is that the new appointment may come from the Balkans and that China has a big role to play in the decision-making process. We also discuss Newsbud and the Kickstarter launched by FBI whistleblower Sibel Edmonds hoping to start a new, vibrant and independent news media organizat...
Mar 08, 2016
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4CiF3oBl-zo Nomi Prins discusses the next global financial crisis, what she foresees for the economy in 2016 and talks about her upcoming book "The Artisans of Money" which will surely be another best-seller. Show Notes The Mexican Financial System is at Risk (Nomi Prins Interview) Websites http://www.nomiprins.com https://twitter.com/nomiprins Books http://www.amazon.com/Nomi-Prins/e/B002J3NQJI/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1456036464&sr=8-1 About Nomi Prins Nomi...
Feb 21, 2016
Geopolitics & Empire · Morris Berman: The American Way of Life, The Mexican Way of Life #026 Morris Berman fields questions from Mexican university students. What used to be the American way of life? What is the "hustler" mentality? How will the American Empire transition? What does he think of people who deny the decline of American Empire? Why is the American Dream elusive or a lie? How should American leaders handle the decline of empire? Why is Donald Trump so popular? Why does he think ...
Feb 18, 2016
Geopolitics & Empire · Jeff J. Brown: China Rising and the Project for a New Eurasian Century #025 Jeff J. Brown discusses his new book China Rising: Capitalist Roads, Socialist Destinations and the True Face of Asia's Enigmatic Colossus. Why is China so interesting? What is the Great Western Firewall? How is the Amerian Empire's decline enabling China's rise? What is the Project for a New Eurasian Century? What does the world have to fear from a new Chinese Empire? Websites chinarising.punt...
Jan 28, 2016
Geopolitics & Empire · Gerald Celente: The Start Of World War 3, Can We Stop It? #024 Gerald Celente discusses the current geopolitical situation between the U.S. and Russia in the Middle East and the birth pangs of World War 3. Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev recently stated that the Turkish attack on a Russian jet and subsequent assassination of the Russian pilots would have started a war a century ago. Gerald Celente began the Occupy Peace movement and says an irate minority has th...
Dec 10, 2015
Geopolitics & Empire · Drew Chapman: The King Of Fear, Hollywood And Geopolitics #023 Drew Chapman discusses his work creating geopolitical fiction as a television writer, producer and novelist. He talks about his writing process, a minor incident with the Chinese government while blogging, the connection between Hollywood and the US Government and how the digital media revolution might affect traditional content such as physical books and television media versus eBooks and online media (e.g...
Dec 06, 2015
Geopolitics & Empire · Martin Lewis: Understanding Current Events Through Geography And Maps #022 Dr. Martin Lewis discusses the importance of using geography and maps in studying history and analyzing world events. Without geography there can be no history (or geopolitics). Dr. Lewis also comments on the digital revolution in education (e.g. free online courses) and whether they really spell doom for the traditional classroom. His advice is for students and learners to build a mental map or...
Nov 25, 2015
Geopolitics & Empire · Shahid Buttar: Gun Rights in an Increasingly Militarized State #021 Shahid Buttar discusses the 2nd Amendment and the right to bear arms. He introduces a new perspective on the debate being the fact that citizens are no match for the military-industrial-complex and militarized police forces. He also discusses 1st and 4th Amendment rights and why people should care and be worried about government surveillance and what to do to push back against it. Show Notes Ferguson a...
Nov 22, 2015
Geopolitics & Empire · Katherine Albrecht: The Dystopian Nature of Silicon Valley Surveillance #020 Dr. Katherine Albrecht discusses her book Spychips, published almost a decade ago, and reflects on RFID threats today as well as from other technologies. The US Goverment has decided to use the same RFID system being developed by commercial industry which will become ubiquitous by placing both RFID chips and scanners everywhere. She also discusses R.J. Rummel's work on democide and how the ver...
Nov 09, 2015
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V7Q584DaOn8 Dr. Kovačević discusses the current anti-government protests in Montenegro against corrupt Prime Minister Milo Đjukanović who has been in power for 25 years. Đjukanović has petitioned NATO to accept Montenegro in the bloc and has blamed Moscow for the protests while using false flag tactics. The people say he has destroyed the economy and jobs and want change. Kovačević also discusses his idea for a Balkan federation. Show Notes Protestors and Police I...
Nov 06, 2015
Geopolitics & Empire · Ryan Devereaux: America's War Of Drones And Mexico's War On Journalists #018 Ryan Devereaux of The Intercept discusses the Drone Wars, a cache of documents recently released by an unknown whistleblower. He also describes his work in Mexico related to the disappearance of 43 students murdered by elements of the the Mexican state in collaboration with a drug cartel and the comparison of what journalism is like for Mexican and American journalists. Website theintercept.co...
Oct 26, 2015
Geopolitics & Empire · Level9News: DARPA, AI And Government Tech#017 DJ of Level9News discusses DARPA and the different cutting-edge technologies being developed by the US Government including brain mapping and artificial intellligence. Website level9news.com youtube.com/user/Level9News/videos About Level9News DJ’s background is in system & network engineering. She departed from her career in the gaming industry in 2014 to pursue the challenge of making a difference in a world where righ...
Oct 23, 2015
Geopolitics & Empire · Haydn Rippon: Nationalist Populist Parties In Europe #016 Haydn Rippon gives an overview of nationalist populist parties in Europe and we discuss their characteristics and controversies such as fascist tendencies, immigration, radical Islam and EU supranationalism. Some of the parties include the French Front National, Danish People's Party, The Flemish Vlaams Belang and Bloc Identitaire. Show Notes Populism in Europe: a primer The European far right: actually right? O...
Oct 09, 2015
Geopolitics & Empire · Nomi Prins: How All The President's Bankers Threaten Nations Like Mexico #015 Former banker turned best-selling author Nomi Prins discusses why she decided to make a career change and explains how "All the President's Bankers" are able to detrimentally affect foreign nations and emerging markets such as Mexico. This includes the concentration of foreign-owned banking, currency wars and Federal Reserve policy influence worldwide. Show Notes Mexico and the US: Rising Vol...
Oct 05, 2015
Geopolitics & Empire · Duncan Tucker: The Tequila Files and Mexico's World of Problems #014 Duncan Tucker discusses his investigative journalist work in Mexico on a variety of topics: corruption, drug traffic, disappearances, journalism and VICE News among others. Website thetequilafiles.com twitter.com/DuncanTucker About Duncan Tucker Duncan Tucker is a British journalist based for the past five years in Guadalajara, Mexico’s second biggest city. He has written for VICE, Al-Jazeera, the UK ...
Sep 04, 2015
Geopolitics & Empire · Joseph E. Meyer: Economic Trends And Forecasts #013 Financial expert Joseph E. Meyer discusses his economic forecast for the near-term, touching on Greece, China, precious metals, energy, equities and ways people can prepare for a recession. FREE Download of Straight Money Analysis NEWSLETTER June 2015: //guadalajarageopolitics.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/june2015straightmoneyanalysisnewsletter.pdf Website straightmoneyanalysis.com About Joseph E. Meyer For nearly f...
Aug 15, 2015
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MZcSxA1wYfs Kallen Diggs and I discuss trends in education and strategies the middle class can use to navigate a difficult economy and find opportunities. Website reachingthefinishline.com twitter.com/kallendiggs About Kallen Diggs Kallen Diggs is the career strategist (As Seen in Fast Company magazine) and the author of the international bestselling book, Reaching The Finish Line. Since the Great Recession, he has helped over 2,000 people reach the finish line in...
Aug 13, 2015
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ioiO6E-Gesc James and I met in the scenic San Miguel de Allende to discuss his work with Borderless as well as topics such as international living and diversification, the economic crisis, expatriation and living in Mexico. Show Notes Borderless Interview with Guadalajara Geopolitics James Guzman Interviewed by the Nomadtopia Podcast Websites borderlessblog.com itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/borderless-podcast/id938410733# youtube.com/user/jamesguzman1 facebook.com/p...
Aug 05, 2015
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9AXJgm4Hftg From time to time I have the opportunity to meet with great minds in person. That happened to be the case recently in the historic Mexican city of Guanajuato where I joined American cultural historian, social critic and academic Morris Berman for breakfast to discuss his work related to the decline of America. We mused on America and discussed his trilogy The Twilight of American Culture, Dark Ages America: The Final Phase of Empire and Why America Fail...
Aug 01, 2015
Geopolitics & Empire · Xander Dal Riata: Overview of Global Geopolitical Crises #009 Former US Marine and IT Specialist Xander Dal Riata discusses Information Warfare, the Pentagon strategy of "Full Spectrum Dominance", US foreign policy, the troubles of the American Empire and the global positioning of China. We also discuss a number of other current events and global crises and a few things people should do to better prepare. About the Guest FSD was created by Xander Dal Riata, a disabled ...
Jul 13, 2015
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DdWUBpCk_Ls Dr. Filip Kovačević and I discuss the current geopolitics of the Balkans, the strategy of US-NATO-EU towards the region and we examine country by country, including Croatia, Serbia, Montenegro, Albania and Macedonia, how they are managing to keep the former Yugoslavia under their control. Sparks of resistance do exist in the Greek Syriza as well as one anti-imperialist Croatian former presidential candidate who came out of nowhere and won 16.5% of the ...
Jul 10, 2015
Geopolitics & Empire · John Rubino: The Dollar Collapse and the Money Bubble #007 John Rubino discusses the premise of his last two books "The Collapse of the Dollar and How to Profit From It" and "The Money Bubble" The U.S. and global economy are fundamentally unsound and a new and greater crisis awaits. Greece is the tip of the iceberg and people need to educate themselves. About the Guest DollarCollapse.com is managed by John Rubino, co-author, with GoldMoney’s James Turk, of The Money Bu...
Jul 08, 2015