In today’s episode we talk about, The unsatisfactory results of the military take over of Myanmar and the questions now raised over where the country goes from here. Then we discuss the Riots in Kazakhstan and the swift response of the CSTO in putting them down as well as the Geopolitical implications of this event. Lastly we go over the statements made by Michael Byden regarding the situation in Ukraine and why his belief that America may need more troops in Europe is strange. All that and more...
Jan 11, 2022•54 min•Season 2Ep. 16
In today’s episode we talk about, the growing danger to commerce and shipping in the waters around the Middle East. Then we chat about the forces keeping Israel and Palestine from making peace and how it continually hinders Israeli foreign policy. Lastly we’ll go over the current state of America’s relations with China and Russia as well as the primary reason they’re as bad as they are. All that and more!
Jan 03, 2022•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 15
In today’s episode we talk about, the internal struggle of the EU and how it will define the future of central and western Europe. Next we’ll talk about the JCPOA and how it has stalled as it enters the 8th round of talks. Last we go over the Libyan election and how it’s postponing further complicates the political situation in the country and raises the stakes on its success. All that and more!
Dec 28, 2021•50 min•Season 2Ep. 14
In today’s episode we talk about, The OIC meeting and what they resolved to do for and about Afghanistan. Then we chat about the changes to the Eastern Question and how Russia has gone from having a reactive position to taking up a more offensive position regarding their red lines. Finally we briefly discuss the current state of the Iran nuclear talks and Israel having to adjust to not being the dominant anymore. All that and more!
Dec 20, 2021•45 min•Season 2Ep. 13
In today’s episode we talk about, A recent update to the ‘New Eastern Question’ as Biden and Putin have engaged in direct talks with one another. Then we discuss the increasing prospect of France carving its own destiny on the geopolitical scene and the implications that will have. Last we’ll cover the crossroads that the two Korea’s are at and some of the paths they might go down. All that and more!
Dec 13, 2021•53 min•Season 2Ep. 12
In today’s episode we talk about, Pakistan calling a meeting of the OIC over Afghanistan as well as the current state of the Islamic Emirate Afghanistan. Then we talk about the devolving state of affairs between NATO and the Union State and how Belarus has upped the ante. Lastly we cover how the nature of the conflict in Ukraine means that it’s fall is more likely to have a domino effect than the fall of Taiwan will. All that and more!
Dec 06, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 11
In today’s episode we talk about, The differences between the successes in Israel and Iran’s foreign policy ventures as well as the increasing dominance of Iran in the region. Then we talk about the escalating situation between Belarus and its western neighbors and how it’s threatening to spiral out of control. Lastly we’ll talk about the prospect of water wars, where they’re most likely to take place and my take on their probability. All that and more!
Nov 29, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 10
In today’s episode we talk about, The changing geopolitics around the world and who the 5 biggest foreign presences in Africa are. Then we go over positive developments in Sudan’s political crisis/coup. Last we speculate on the future of Africa in the new scramble for it. All that and more!
Nov 22, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 9
In today’s episode we talk about, The situation in Haiti where gangs haven’t just taken over the streets but threaten to take over the government. Then we chat about the escalating state of affairs between Poland and Belarus and how it’s become a much larger international dispute. Finally we cover the Serbian secession movement in earnest and some of its potential consequences. All that and more!
Nov 15, 2021•51 min•Season 2Ep. 8
In today’s episode we talk about, The situation of the Sudanese military and some of the obstacles and opportunities they have in front of them. Then we discuss what US-China relations could be like with a policy of ‘America First’ rather than a policy of ‘China Last’. Finally we discuss some rapid advances made by Tigray and the interests of people in destabilized countries. All that and more!
Nov 08, 2021•55 min•Season 2Ep. 7
In today’s episode we talk about, The alliance between China and Russia again and how the simultaneous energy crises in Europe and China strengthens that alliance as well as the symbiotic nature of it. Then we discuss the French fishing ultimatum delivered to the UK over the recent disagreements over fishing rights in the English Channel and how that has indee caused the English Channel to become a flashpoint. Later we go over the schism between the industrialized and the industrializing worlds ...
Nov 01, 2021•59 min•Season 2Ep. 6
In today’s episode we talk about, Biden’s Gaffe during his latest town hall where he said the US was obligated to protect Taiwan. Then we talk about the latest political crisis in Sudan caused by the military coup there along with the potential for civil war in Sudan and what that would mean for its neighbors. Finally we cover the major unrest happening in Eswatini and the regional effort to help deal with it. All that and more!
Oct 25, 2021•56 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In today’s episode we talk about, The Houthi advances in Yemen and their impending victory in the country. Then we cover another spat between Belarus and Poland along with another instance of the unofficial precedent rule in Europe. Lastly we talk about Russia and China as an alliance and what it means for the current American led global order. All that and more!
Oct 19, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 4
In today’s episode we talk about, renewed tensions between the UK and the EU as a result of their trade talks. Then we go over the latest in the influence battle in Lebanon and the decisive lead Iran has gained in it. Lastly we cover the Tunisian political crisis and how it points to much larger forces at play that we’ve been observing over the past few weeks. All that and more!
Oct 11, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In today’s episode we talk about, Nigeris’s violence issue and how it may be religious in nature and may be the prelude to a civil war. Then we talk about a couple topics concerning Ethiopia, the UN and Tigray. Finally we go over the Energy crisis in China and which countries might make off like bandits from it. All that and more!
Oct 04, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 2
In today’s episode we talk about, Impending elections and some of the things the winners might have to face in the near future, Japan in particular. Then we chat about the situation on the US southern border and the chaos surrounding it. After that we discuss the Tragedy of Ukraine and he not so bright future it has in store. And the very end, a Special Extended Episode to commemorate the 1 year anniversary of the Podcast!!! All that and more!
Sep 28, 2021•2 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In today’s episode we talk about, The developments in the Lebanese influence battle as Iran makes its bid. Then we talk about the US-China naval arms race and size up the two navies with geography taken into account. Finally we discuss the new AUKUS coalition and the implications it may have for China and France. All that and more!
Sep 20, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 52
In today’s episode we talk about, The silliness of the politics surrounding the Taliban’s ascension back to power. Then we talk about the implications of Nordstream 2’s completion for the former Soviet space, mainly Russia. Last we’ll talk about the unfreezing of European geopolitics and what this unfreezing of the American led status quo will mean going forward. All that and more!
Sep 13, 2021•57 min•Season 1Ep. 51
In today’s episode we talk about, The things and situations the new prime minister of Japan may find themselves having to deal with as well as the crossroads that Japan is at as a country. Then we discuss some of the happenings in The Islamic Emirate that detail their transition from being a fighting force towards a governing body and the advantages that come with this transition. Lastly we cover the siege of Deraa Al-Balaad and the 3 major developments coming from it that show us a picture of h...
Sep 06, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 50
In today’s episode we talk about, some of the developments on and surrounding the Islamic Emirate formerly known as the Taliban. Then we go briefly into the breakdown of diplomatic relations between Algeria and Morocco and the possibility of conflict as well as foreign intervention. Afterwards we chit chat about what China may be like as a colonial power as well as the beginning stages of the 2nd scramble for Africa. All that and more!
Aug 30, 2021•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 49
In today’s episode we talk about, Afghanistan. Then we talk a little bit more about Afghanistan. After that we discuss… Afghanistan. Oh and we talk Taiwan and China. All that and more!
Aug 23, 2021•1 hr 55 min•Season 1Ep. 48
In today’s episode we talk about, how Iran’s involved in Lebanon officially kicks off the battle for influence we talked about before. Then we speculate on Turkey’s neighborhood and the opportunities that are, and will remain, open to them as we move forward along with some of the armed conflicts I see them fighting in the name of their new empire. Lastly we give a post mortem on the US backed Afghan forces and take stock of the highly anticipated Taliban victory. All that and more!
Aug 16, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 47
In today’s episode we talk about, Russia’s stunning advances in its aim of reintegrating the former Soviet republics in Central Asia and we really take a moment to reflect on how fast they’ve managed to do so. Then we Segway into the drama going down between Belarus and its neighbors over the outcome of the country’s 2020 elections as well as how each of Belarus’ neighbors have responded to said drama. Lastly we talk yet again about Israel and Iran as recent news stories have finally picked up o...
Aug 09, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 46
In today’s episode we talk about, Israel and Iran at each other’s throats again over the oil tanker that was hit in the Arabian Sea. Then we talk about Russia’s stunning success in reintegrating the central Asian states and what reintegration with Russia looks like for the countries involved. Finally we talk about the product of me ranting and rambling to myself about geopolitics, which is the growing potential of the British as shown by the recent actions of their Navy. All that and more!
Aug 02, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 45
In today’s episode we talk about, a lot of the unrest going on around the world and pick apart some of the key points of interest; relationships of countries within the same sphere of influence, militancy all across Africa, and how these crises open doors for unthinkable opportunities. Then we talk about Tunisia and how it’s political crisis may become a battleground between France and Turkey. And finally we go over the secession trial in Nigeria and it’s potential implications for other separat...
Jul 26, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 44
In today’s episode we talk about The Taliban taking control over Afghanistan’s borders and what may be their grand strategy in bringing the civil war to a decisive conclusion with them as the big winners. Then we talk about the current state of the French intervention in Lebanon and how the battle for influence in Lebanon has begun. Finally we talk about Turkey’s renewed expansionism in the Middle East and how it may ultimately reshape the political reality of the entire region. All that and mor...
Jul 19, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 43
In today’s episode we talk about Some of the foreign delegations and missions that the Taliban has made to lay the groundwork for the post civil war era of their existence. Then we cover another border skirmish between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan and how their conflict may end in a repeat of the war in the Caucasus between Armenia and Azerbaijan. Finally we end off by discussing the economic collapse in Lebanon and how their neighbors may respond to it in an attempt to expand their own influence. ...
Jul 12, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 42
In today’s episode we talk about the growing scandal between Belarus and Lithuania and how it’s expansion internationally has growing implications for their neighborhood, then we chat about Xi jingping’s speech commemorating tha 100th anniversary of the Chinese communist party. Finally we discuss the massive troop build up and rising tensions in the Indo-Chinese Cold War. All that and more!
Jul 05, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 41
In today’s episode we talk about the Elections in Peru and how its disputed outcome could take them down the Burma road. Then we discuss the near-miss catastrophe that was the UK sailing a destroyer through water’s claimed by Russia and getting shot at in the process. Finally we go over the ceasefire that’s been declared between Ethiopia and Tigray. All that and more!
Jun 28, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 40
In today’s episode we talk about the Aung San Suu Kyi being put on trial in Burma and the immense pressure on the military to back up their claims of election fraud. Then we talk about Biden’s summits with the G7 and the EU (he also had one with nato but I forgot to cover it). Also along the way we discuss cyberattacks and what a proper response to them will be in an increasingly digitized world. All that and more!
Jun 22, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 39
