The Peter Zeihan Podcast Series

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Why I'm Worried About Fentanyl in the US || Peter Zeihan Dec 06, 2024

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When asked to list the things I worry about for the US, most of the typical geopolitical issues I discuss aren't on that list. So, today we're getting a bit more granular and talking about fentanyl.

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Trump Tariffs Part 2 - Canada and Mexico || Peter Zeihan Dec 05, 2024

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Unlike Trump's proposed tariffs for China, the tariffs heading for Canada and Mexico can be viewed as leverage (or bargaining chips) to address issues amongst our North American trade partners.

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Trump Tariffs Part 1 - China || Peter Zeihan Dec 04, 2024

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The Trump administration is planning to impose some hefty tariffs on China. This isn't just to reform trade practices and show China "who's the boss", but rather to shift industrial production away from China permanently.

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No Shale for Europe || Peter Zeihan Dec 03, 2024

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The US oil industry has seen a massive boost thanks to the shale revolution, but can the Europeans replicate the success the US has seen?

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When the Missile Is the Message || Peter Zeihan Dec 02, 2024

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Following the United States' approval for Ukraine to use its weapons systems inside of Russia, Putin decided to launch an intermediate-range missile called the Oreshnik into Ukraine.

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¡Viva Chihuahua! - The Future of Mexico || Peter Zeihan Nov 29, 2024

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I'm overlooking the city of Chihuahua, Mexico as I record today's video. This city is just one of many that is preparing for a post-China world, and you can probably hear all that preparation going on in the background...

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Things I (Don't) Worry About - Chinese Investment in Mexico || Peter Zeihan Nov 28, 2024

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If you're getting worried about Chinese investments into infrastructure in Mexico, it might be time to switch the TV off and take a walk...because that narrative is a complete fabrication.

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British Agriculture Is About To Suck Even More || Peter Zeihan Nov 27, 2024

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Listen, I'm not one to scoff at a nice serving of fish ‘n’ chips, but when you're serving baked beans for breakfast...that's where I draw the line. You guessed it, we're talking about the decline of British agriculture today.

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Ukraine Can Now Strike Russia Direct || Peter Zeihan Nov 26, 2024

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The Biden administration just gave Ukraine the greenlight to use American weaponry inside of Russian territory. So, what does this mean for the future of the Ukraine War?

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Trump's Cabinet Picks: Loyalty Over Experience || Peter Zeihan Nov 25, 2024

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Donald Trump's cabinet appointees are rolling in and let's just say they're not the A-team, but what did we expect?

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