The Peter Zeihan Podcast Series

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Ukrainian Drone Attacks on Russian Container Radars || Peter Zeihan May 30, 2024

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We're looking at the Ukraine War and the increase of drone assaults on Russia. Specifically, we'll be looking at the attacks on container radars used for aircraft and ballistic missile detection.

Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/ukraine-drone-attacks-on-russian-container-radars

The Biden Admin Liquidates Northeast Gas Reserves || Peter Zeihan May 29, 2024

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If you're planning a coast-to-coast road trip through the US, you might want to wait until the Biden administration can liquidate the northeast gasoline reserves, here's why...

Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/the-biden-admin-liquidates-northeast-gas-reserves

The (Much Extended) Agony of Israel and Gaza || Peter Zeihan May 28, 2024

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I've avoided talking about the Israel and Gaza conflict as much a possible (given that there's no favorable outcomes for anyone involved), but some recent changes have forced my hand.

Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/the-much-extended-agony-of-israel-and-gaza

Why France and Azerbaijan Are Fighting Over New Caledonia || Peter Zeihan May 27, 2024

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It's no surprise that the French like to be "involved" in as many places as possible, but what's going on with the current rebellion in the French protectorate of New Caledonia?

Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/france-and-azerbaijan-fighting-over-new-caledonia

Why Are the French Getting Involved with Armenia? || Ask Peter Zeihan May 24, 2024

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Today we'll be looking at why the French are considering sending military aid to Armenia...and no, its not because they're looking to swap croissant and nazook recipes.

Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/why-are-the-french-getting-involved-with-armenia

What Is the Future of Chinese Expansion and Energy? || Ask Peter Zeihan May 23, 2024

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We've got some more interview style questions for you today! We'll be focusing on China, specifically looking at the potential for Chinese energy independence and if any countries surrounding China should be worried about an invasion/resource grab.

Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/what-is-the-future-of-chinese-expansion-and-energy

Why the US Is Ditching Coal as an Energy Source || Peter Zeihan May 22, 2024

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Other than a slight bump in sales during the holidays (shoutout to all the naughty kids), coal has been on the decline for quite a while now. With more environmentally friendly alternatives surging into the spotlight, how does coal fit into the energy framework?

Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/why-the-us-is-ditching-coal-as-an-energy-source

Things I (Don't) Worry About: The US Power Grid || Peter Zeihan May 21, 2024

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I've started hearing rumblings about the American power grid and vulnerability to cyber attacks. Sure there's been hiccups throughout the years, but this one isn't keeping me up at night.

Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/things-i-dont-worry-about-the-us-power-grid

An Accident, Not Assassination, Takes Down the Iranian President || Peter Zeihan May 20, 2024

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Iranian State media has confirmed the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi May 19th, following the crash of his helicopter over Iranian Azerbaijan.

Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/iranian-president-ebrahim-raisi-is-dead

Does Iran Actually Have a Nuclear Weapon? || Peter Zeihan May 20, 2024

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Everyone is talking about Iran's potential development of an active nuclear weapon. Before anyone gets too frightened at the prospect of this announcement, let me give you some food for thought.

Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/does-iran-actually-have-a-nuclear-weapon