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Glenn Diesen – Greater Eurasia Podcast

Russian foreign policy, Geoeconomics & Eurasian integration
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Douglas Macgregor: Ukraine War Ending? Europe on the Brink Oct 27, 2026

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Douglas Macgregor is a retired Colonel, combat veteran, and former senior advisor to the U.S. Secretary of Defense. Follow Prof. Glenn Diesen: Substack: https://glenndiesen.substack.com/ X/Twitter: https://x.com/Glenn_DiesenPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/glenndiesen Support the research by Prof. Glenn Diesen: PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/glenndiesenBuy me a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/gdiesengGo Fund Me: https://gofund.me/09ea012fBooks by Prof. Glenn Diesen: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B09FPQ4MDL00:00 Introduction to Current Global Conflicts06:06 The State of NATO and European Leadership12:01 The Implications for Europe and NATO

Yanis Varoufakis: US-Russia Reconciliation & European Vassalage Oct 27, 2026

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Yanis Varoufakis is an economist, the former Finance Minister of Greece, and the author of numerous bestselling books. Varoufakis discusses how the transatlantic partnership is dissolving, how European leaders are at war with their own populations, US-Russia reconciliation, and how Europe has already drifted into vassalage.Follow Prof. Glenn Diesen: Substack: https://glenndiesen.substack.com/ X/Twitter: https://x.com/Glenn_DiesenPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/glenndiesen Support the research by Prof. Glenn Diesen: PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/glenndiesenBuy me a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/gdiesengGo Fund Me: https://gofund.me/09ea012fBooks by Prof. Glenn Diesen: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B09FPQ4MDL00:00 Introduction to Transatlantic Relations05:51 The Changing Dynamics of US-EU Relations12:07 The Impact of American Deficits on Europe18:50 The Future of the European Union26:12 The Missed Opportunities of Leadership34:24 The New Cold War and Global Alliances41:04 Europe's Vassalage and Future Prospects46:54 Navigating a Post-Atlantic Future

Alexander Mercouris: Protests Across Europe & End of the Ukraine Peace Talks? Oct 26, 2026

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Alexander Mercouris discusses the protests across Europe, negotiations over the war in Ukraine reaching a dead end, and the war entering a decisive phase.* The Duran: https://www.youtube.com/@TheDuran* Alexander Mercouris: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexMercouris Follow Prof. Glenn Diesen: Substack: https://glenndiesen.substack.com/ X/Twitter: https://x.com/Glenn_DiesenPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/glenndiesen Support the research by Prof. Glenn Diesen: PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/glenndiesenBuy me a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/gdiesengGo Fund Me: https://gofund.me/09ea012fBuy Diesen merchandise: https://diesen-shop.fourthwall.com/en-nokBooks by Prof. Glenn Diesen: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B09FPQ4MDL00:00 The State of Europe: Economic and Social Unrest05:48 The Impact of War on European Stability12:05 Diplomatic Dynamics: Russia, Ukraine, and the West17:59 Revisiting Security Architecture in Europe26:33 The Political Landscape of Ukraine27:32 Demonization of Russia and European Unity28:38 The Existential Threat of Peace30:33 The American Influence on Ukraine32:33 The Dynamics of U.S.-Ukraine Relations36:23 Negotiation Challenges and Military Strategies38:09 Shifts in the Battlefield46:11 The Impact of Middle Eastern Conflicts on U.S. Strategy

Stanislav Krapivnik: Ukraine War Endgame - A Breakdown Is Coming Oct 26, 2026

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Stanislav Krapivnik is a former U.S. Army officer from Donbas, who moved from the US to Russia 15 years ago. Follow Prof. Glenn Diesen: Substack: https://glenndiesen.substack.com/ X/Twitter: https://x.com/Glenn_DiesenPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/glenndiesen Support the research by Prof. Glenn Diesen: PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/glenndiesenBuy me a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/gdiesengGo Fund Me: https://gofund.me/09ea012fBuy Diesen merchandise: https://diesen-shop.fourthwall.com/en-nok Books by Prof. Glenn Diesen: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B09FPQ4MDL

Michael von der Schulenburg: Desperation in Europe as Defeat in Ukraine Exposes Lies Oct 26, 2026

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Michael von der Schulenburg is a German member of the EU Parliament who was previously a UN diplomat for 34 years in positions that included Assistant Secretary General of the UN.Follow Prof. Glenn Diesen: Substack: https://glenndiesen.substack.com/ X/Twitter: https://x.com/Glenn_DiesenPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/glenndiesen Support the research by Prof. Glenn Diesen: PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/glenndiesenBuy me a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/gdiesengGo Fund Me: https://gofund.me/09ea012fBooks by Prof. Glenn Diesen: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B09FPQ4MDL

Seyed M. Marandi: US Strike on Iran Imminent — Gulf States Will Not Survive Oct 25, 2026

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Prof. Seyed Mohammad Marandi is a professor at Tehran University and a former advisor to Iran's nuclear negotiation team. Follow Prof. Glenn Diesen: Substack: https://glenndiesen.substack.com/ X/Twitter: https://x.com/Glenn_DiesenPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/glenndiesen Glenn Diesen clip channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Prof.GlennDiesenClipsSupport the research by Prof. Glenn Diesen: PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/glenndiesenBuy me a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/gdiesengGo Fund Me: https://gofund.me/09ea012fBooks by Prof. Glenn Diesen: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B09FPQ4MDL

Jeffrey Sachs: “I Am a Defender of Ukraine” — NATO Fights to the Last Ukrainian Oct 24, 2026

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Professor Jeffrey Sachs is a world-renowned economics professor, bestselling author, innovative educator, and global leader in sustainable development.Follow Jeffrey Sachs' YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JeffreyDSachsOfficial Follow Prof. Glenn Diesen: Substack: https://glenndiesen.substack.com/ X/Twitter: https://x.com/Glenn_DiesenPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/glenndiesen Buy Diesen merchandise: https://diesen-shop.fourthwall.com/en-nokSupport the research by Prof. Glenn Diesen: PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/glenndiesenBuy me a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/gdiesengGo Fund Me: https://gofund.me/09ea012fBooks by Prof. Glenn Diesen: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B09FPQ4MDL00:00 Introduction and Context of the Ukraine Conflict07:25 The Role of Ukraine in Geopolitical Strategies18:12 Narrative Control and Its Impact on Peace Efforts25:11 Proposals for Peace and Inclusive Security40:28 The Need for Open Dialogue and European Agency

Chas Freeman: European Leaders Are Sabotaging Peace Yet Again Oct 24, 2026

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Ambassador Chas Freeman was a former Assistant Secretary of Defense, earning the highest public service awards of the Department of Defense for his roles in designing a NATO-centred post-Cold War European security system and in reestablishing defence and military relations with China. He served as U. S. Ambassador to Saudi Arabia during operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. Read Chas Freeman's Substack: https://substack.com/@chasfreeman662157Books by Prof. Glenn Diesen: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B09FPQ4MDLFollow Prof. Glenn Diesen: Substack: https://glenndiesen.substack.com/ X/Twitter: https://x.com/Glenn_DiesenPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/glenndiesen Support the research by Prof. Glenn Diesen: PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/glenndiesenBuy me a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/gdiesengGo Fund Me: https://gofund.me/09ea012fBuy Diesen merchandise: https://diesen-shop.fourthwall.com/en-nok00:00 Introduction to Diplomatic Failures01:12 Oslo Peace Proposal: Analyzing Its Shortcomings03:52 Understanding Russian Security Concerns06:31 Contrasting Proposals: Sachs vs. Whitkoff09:59 The Role of Domestic Politics in Diplomacy12:45 The Complexity of European Security Architecture15:56 The Future of Ukraine: A Landlocked Nation?18:41 Public Opinion vs. Elite Narratives21:35 The Politicization of Diplomacy24:34 Trump's New Diplomatic Approach25:02 The Complexity of Yalta and Current Diplomacy26:29 The Ongoing Conflict in Ukraine29:56 Elections and Accountability in Israel and the US31:25 The State of Warfare and Diplomacy33:37 Challenges in Peace Processes and Regional Alliances39:24 Emerging Strategic Alliances in the Middle East44:01 Populism and Political Tensions in Europe48:19 The Future of Ukraine and European Stability

Michael Hudson: Europe Falling Under the U.S. Sphere of Influence Oct 23, 2026

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Prof. Michael Hudson, a world-renowned classical economist, discusses how Europe is falling under U.S. sphere of influence.Follow the work of Michael Hudson: https://michael-hudson.com/ Buy Diesen merchandise: https://diesen-shop.fourthwall.com/en-nokFollow Prof. Glenn Diesen: Substack: https://glenndiesen.substack.com/ X/Twitter: https://x.com/Glenn_DiesenPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/glenndiesen Support the research by Prof. Glenn Diesen: PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/glenndiesenBuy me a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/gdiesengGo Fund Me: https://gofund.me/09ea012fBooks by Prof. Glenn Diesen: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B09FPQ4MDL

Trita Parsi: Israel Set a Trap for Total War in the Region Oct 23, 2026

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Trita Parsi is the co-founder and Executive Vice President of the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft. Follow his excellent Substack: https://tritaparsi.substack.com/Follow Prof. Glenn Diesen: Substack: https://glenndiesen.substack.com/ X/Twitter: https://x.com/Glenn_DiesenPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/glenndiesen Support the research by Prof. Glenn Diesen: PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/glenndiesenBuy me a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/gdiesengGo Fund Me: https://gofund.me/09ea012fBuy Diesen merchandise: https://diesen-shop.fourthwall.com/en-nokBooks by Prof. Glenn Diesen: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B09FPQ4MDL

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