The Peter Zeihan Podcast Series

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Artificial Intelligence Isn't Ready for Mass Application || Peter Zeihan Jan 03, 2025

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Today's AI technology, while promising, isn't quite ready for widespread application. I'm not talking so much about AI's capabilities, but rather the hardware limitations and supply chain challenges that are getting in the way.

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One Ship Inspection Could Unravel Global Maritime Shipping || Peter Zeihan Jan 01, 2025

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The Nordic nations are teasing a new initiative of inspecting ships leaving Russia's St. Petersburg port for insurance and environmental compliance. This may seem insignificant, but it could disrupt shipping on a global scale.

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The Russian Navy Leaves Syria for Benghazi... || Peter Zeihan Dec 31, 2024

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There are reports stating the Russian naval fleet might have found a new home (since their last one in Syria is no longer available). This new location is Benghazi, Libya and boy oh boy would I love to see that happen.

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The Chinese Cut Off Drone Exports || Peter Zeihan Dec 30, 2024

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The Chinese Government has moved toward implementing an export ban on drones and drone components, with an eye toward making supply issues a particular headache for the United States and the Ukrainians.

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The Future of Singapore || Peter Zeihan Dec 27, 2024

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From humble beginnings to a global trading hub, Singapore has solidified itself as a key player in the region and beyond.

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There Goes the Canadian Government || Peter Zeihan Dec 26, 2024

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's decision to demote former Finance Minister and deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland has triggered a new round of speculation over his political future.

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Israel’s Strategy for Iranian Nukes || Peter Zeihan Dec 25, 2024

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With the Iranians eyeing nukes, why haven’t regional powers like the Israelis stepped in and squashed those dreams?

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The Future of Syria and Turkey's Role || Peter Zeihan Dec 24, 2024

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The fall of the Assad regime has left a fragmented and chaotic landscape in its wake. The punchline is that Syria's future does not lie within its borders; a regional power from outside will need to step in and help.

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The Americans Didn't Vote With Their Wallets || Peter Zeihan Dec 23, 2024

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Well, it looks like American politics got drunk at the holiday party and forgot who it was. Exit polls from the latest election show a significant shift in voting patterns.

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Red Strings in Romania Dec 21, 2024

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The most recent presidential election in Romania has been annulled, and surprise, surprise, it's because of the Russians.

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