The Peter Zeihan Podcast Series

Latest Episodes:

Transport: The Economics (and Politics) of Railroads || Peter Zeihan Sep 20, 2023

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My walk along the railroad tracks inspired some pondering on why rail gets such a bad rap. Yeah, I know it's not as fast as planes OR as versatile as vehicles OR as cheap as water...but that doesn't mean there's no place for it.Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/transport-the-economics-and-politics-of-railroads

War Breaks Out Between Armenia and Azerbaijan || Peter Zeihan Sep 19, 2023

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Well, my attempt at prepping a video this morning and getting ahead of a brewing war between Armenia and Azerbaijan has failed. Hostilities broke out within minutes of me finishing the recording, but here's what's what...Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/war-breaks-out-between-armenia-and-azerbaijan

Don't Be Surprised by China's Collapse || Peter Zeihan Sep 19, 2023

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It's time to come out from under your rock and face the music - China is collapsing. If that comes as a shock to you, watch this video to get up to speed.Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/dont-be-surprised-by-chinas-collapse

What Happened to the Arms Control Treaties? || Peter Zeihan Sep 18, 2023

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In case you need something to stress about today, we'll be looking at the history of arms control treaties and today's lack thereof.Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/what-happened-to-the-arms-control-treaties

North Korea to Provide Russia with Military Aid || Peter Zeihan Sep 15, 2023

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Putin and Kim Jong-un finally had their little tea party at the Cosmodrome out in the far east of Russia. Besides boosting each other's egos and gossiping a bit, it looks like the main discussions revolved around North Korea providing military assistance to Russia in the form of artillery shells.Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/north-korea-to-provide-russia-with-military-aid

Autoworkers Strike: The Union's Rising Influence in America || Peter Zeihan Sep 14, 2023

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If your kids need poster boards for an upcoming school project, you may want to visit the supply store before the autoworkers hit the picket lines. With a strike looming, let's break down the economic and political consequences.Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/autoworkers-strike-the-unions-rising-influence-in-america

Why Huawei's 7nm Chip Isn't a Big Chinese Breakthrough || Peter Zeihan Sep 13, 2023

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The Chinese telecom firm Huawei (the same firm that was caught modifying equipment on behalf of the Chinese government) has released a new phone with a seven-nanometer chip.Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/why-huaweis-7nm-chip-isnt-a-big-chinese-breakthrough

Processing: The Greatest Threat to US Economic Security || Peter Zeihan Sep 12, 2023

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As we continue down the path of deglobalization, the US has checked most of the boxes needed to thrive in a disconnected world. Between shifting supply chains and moving manufacturing closer to home, there is still one box that the US hasn't checked off - processing.Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/processing-the-greatest-threat-to-us-economic-security

The Greatest Threat to American National Security || Peter Zeihan Sep 11, 2023

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Senator Tommy Tuberville has placed a unilateral hold on nominations and confirmations of military officials because he doesn't like the Biden administration's current policy of allowing officers to travel for abortion services.Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/the-greatest-threat-to-american-national-security

Saudi Arabia and Israel Want a US Security Deal || Peter Zeihan Sep 08, 2023

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Mohammed bin Salman, the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, has seen the ongoing engagement and security guarantee that the US has with Japan, and he wants a similar deal for Saudi Arabia.Full Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/saudi-arabia-and-israel-want-a-us-security-deal