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Welcome to another riveting episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, where navigating the complexities of our ever-changing world is front and center. In this episode, Tom Bilyeu and co-host DREW dive headfirst into the turbulence of our current global landscape—covering everything from intensifying conflicts in Iran and shifting U.S. military strategies, to the surprising moves of countries like Poland pursuing nuclear weapons, and the intricate economic warfare playing out beneath the headlines. Together, they unravel the “narrative warfare” shaping public perception and challenge the official stories behind major decisions. You'll hear candid analysis of the recent U.S. and Israeli military operations, the economic underpinnings driving geopolitical clashes, the hidden power of sovereign wealth funds, and how insurance, oil, and investment dollars are quietly influencing the course of world events. Beyond the headlines, Tom Bilyeu lays out his perspective on why economics—not just ideology or politics—is at the core of these dramatic moves, and why the survival and prosperity of entire regions might depend on who controls capital flows in the age of AI. It's an unflinching look at the real motivations behind international power plays and the very human narratives built along the way. Whether you're here for insights on global economics, political chess, or just want to better understand how world leaders spin the truth, this episode promises a thought-provoking, transparent conversation you won't want to miss. What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER: https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.: https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Ketone IQ: Visit https://ketone.com/IMPACT for 30% OFF your subscription orderShopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impactSumm: code TOMVIP20 for 20% off your first year at https://summ.com?via=tombilyeu&coupon=TOMVIP20Blocktrust IRA: get up to $2,500 funding bonus to kickstart your account at https://tomcryptoira.comQuo: Try for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months at https://quo.com/impactQuince: Free shipping and 365-day returns at https://quince.com/impactpod Duck.Ai: Protect your privacy at https://duck.ai/impact Monetary Metals: Future-proof your wealth at https://monetarymetals.com/impact Plaud: Get 10% off with code TOM10 at https://plaud.ai/tom Iran war, Khamenei succession, US military strategy, nuclear weapons, ballistic missiles, South Korea stock market, oil prices, narrative warfare, Trump Genius Act, crypto industry, US-Ecuador military operation, insurance companies, Strait of Hormuz, Middle East conflict, air superiority, B-2 bombers, B-52 bombers, economic drivers of war, City of London, UK-US relations, AI investments, sovereign wealth funds, US-Navy escorts, Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Israel-Iran tensions, Netanyahu, political narratives, private equity, Amazon Web Services, Epstein files. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
FULL STREAM### March 4: Operation Fury and Global Power Shifts (9)SEPTEMBER 1978 TEHRANHeadline: Operation Fury Decimates Iranian Defenses as Allies Watch Closely (10)Summary: By day five, "Operation Fury" has significantly degraded Iranian military capabilities, rendering Chinese and Russian-supplied missile defense systems ineffective. Victoria Coates reports that Iran is increasingly isolated, as Beijing and Moscow have declined requests for direct military help. China, while issuing statements about international law, is facing an energy squeeze as 25% of Gulf oil exports—much of which it relies on—are disrupted. General Blaine Holt discusses the "missile math" of the conflict, noting the asymmetry of $20,000 Iranian drones forcing the use of $4 million Patriot missiles, though massive US bombing campaigns have already serviced over 2,000 targets. Allied nations like Japan and Taiwan are closely monitoring the effectiveness of US missile defense technology for their own security templates. Meanwhile, the US Senatedebates war powers as the air campaign is expected to continue for several weeks. (11)Guest(s): Victoria Coates (Heritage Foundation), Gordon Chang(Author), General Blaine Holt (USAF, Ret.), Steve Yates (Heritage Foundation). (12)
The Nurses Report on America Out Loud – Hosts Ashley Caputo and Gail Macrae examine the Netherlands civil lawsuit naming Bill Gates, explore the influence of the Gates Foundation in global health policy, revisit vaccine controversies, and question how shifting COVID-19 narratives, media framing, and institutional power affect public trust and transparency worldwide...
The Nurses Report on America Out Loud – Hosts Ashley Caputo and Gail Macrae examine the Netherlands civil lawsuit naming Bill Gates, explore the influence of the Gates Foundation in global health policy, revisit vaccine controversies, and question how shifting COVID-19 narratives, media framing, and institutional power affect public trust and transparency worldwide...
How Trump's Iran Strike Reshapes Global Power Dynamics
Today, we discuss how volatility and battery energy storage systems are reshaping clean energy and repairing power markets. What does the domination of clean power do to markets? What are the consequences both for power purchase agreements, battery storage and traders? What are the nuances in different regulatory regimes? How is Europe diverging from the US and what has happened to the green premium. Our guest to discuss all of this and more is Luca Pedretti, CEO and founder of Pexapark, a pricing intelligence firm for clean energy.
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Our Deputy Head of Global Research Michael Zezas and Stephen Byrd, Global Head of Thematic and Sustainability Research, discuss how the U.S. is positioning AI as a pillar of geopolitical influence and what that means for nations and investors.Read more insights from Morgan Stanley.----- Transcript -----Michael Zezas: Welcome to Thoughts on the Market. I'm Michael Zezas, Morgan Stanley's Deputy Head of Global Research.Stephen Byrd: And I'm Stephen Byrd, Global Head of Thematic and Sustainability Research.Michael Zezas: Today – is AI becoming the new anchor of geopolitical power?It's Wednesday, February 27th at noon in New York.So, Stephen, at the recent India AI Impact Summit, the U.S. laid out a vision to promote global AI adoption built around what it calls “real AI sovereignty.” Or strategic autonomy through integration with the American AI stack. But several nations from the global south and possibly parts of Europe – they appear skeptical of dependence on proprietary systems, citing concerns about control, explainability, and data ownership. And it appears that stake isn't just technology policy. It's the future structure of global power, economic stratification, and whether sovereign nations can realistically build competitive alternatives outside the U.S. and China.So, Stephen, you were there and you've been describing a growing chasm in the AI world in terms of access to strategies between the U.S. and much of the global south, and possibly Europe. So, from what you heard at the summit, what are the core points of disagreement driving that divide?Stephen Byrd: There definitely are areas of agreement; and we've seen a couple of high-profile agreements reached between the U.S. government and the Indian government just in the last several days. So there certainly is a lot of overlap. I point to the Pax Silica agreement that's so important to secure supply chains, to secure access to AI technology. I think the focus, for example, for India is, as you said; it is, you know, explainability, open access. I was really struck by Prime Minister Modi's focus on ensuring that all Indians have access to AI tools that can help them in their everyday life.You know, a really tangible example that really stuck with me is – someone in a remote village in India who has a medical condition and there's no doctor or nurse nearby using AI to, you know, take a photo of the condition, receive diagnosis, receive support, figure out what the next steps should be. That's very powerful. So, I'd say, open access explainability is very important.Now, the American hyperscalers are very much trying to serve the Indian market and serve the objectives really of the Indian government. And so, there are versions of their models that are open weights, that are being made freely available for health agencies in India, as an example; to the Indian government, as an example.So, there is an attempt to really serve a number of objectives, but I think this key is around open access, explainability, that I do see that there's a tension.Michael Zezas: So, let's talk about that a little bit more. Because it seems one of the concerns raised is this idea of being captive within proprietary Large Language Models. And maybe that includes the risk of having to pay more over time or losing control of citizen data. But, at the same time, you've described that there are some real benefits to AI that these countries want to adopt.So, what is effectively the tension between being captive to a model or the trade off instead for pursuing open and free models? Is it that there's a major quality difference? And is that trade off acceptable?Stephen Byrd: See, that's what's so fascinating, Mike, is, you know, what we need to be thinking about is not just where the technology is today, but where is it in six months, 12 months, 24 months? And from my perspective, it's very clear. That the proprietary American models are going to be much, much more capable.So, let's put some numbers around that. The big five American firms have assembled about 10 times the compute to train their current LLMs compared to their prior LLMs, and that's a big deal. If the scaling laws hold, then a 10x increase in training compute to result in models are about twice as capable.Now just let that sink in for a minute, twice as capable from here. That's a big deal. And so, when we think about the benefit of deploying these models, whether it's in the life sciences or any number of other disciplines, those benefits could start to get very large. And the challenge for the open models will be – will they be able to keep up in terms of access to compute, to training, access to data to train those models? That's a big question.Now, again, there's room for both approaches and it's very possible for the Indian government to continue to experiment and really see which approach is going to serve their citizens the best. And I was really struck by just how focused the Indian government is on serving all of their citizens. Most notably, you know, the poorest of the poor in their nation. So, we'll just have to see.But the pure technologist would say that these proprietary models are going to be increasing capability much faster than the open-source models.So, Mike, let's pivot from the technology layer to the geopolitical layer because the U.S. strategy unveiled at the summit goes way beyond innovation.Michael Zezas: Yeah, it's a good point. And within this discussion of whether or not other countries will choose to pursue open models or more closely adhere to U.S. based models is really a question about how the United States exercises power globally and how it creates alliances going forward.Clearly some part of the strategy is that the U.S. assumes that if it has technology that's alluring to its partners, that they'll want to align with the U.S.' broad goals globally. And that they'll want to be partners in supporting those goals, which of course are tied to AI development.So, the Pax Silica [agreement], which you mentioned earlier, is an interesting point here because this is clearly part of the U.S. strategy to develop relationships with other countries – such that the other countries get access to U.S. models and access to U.S. AI in general. And what the U.S. gets in return is access to supply chain, critical resources, labor, all the things that you need to further the AI build out. Particularly as the U.S. is trying to disassociate more and more from China, and the resources that China might have been able to bring to bear in an AI build out.Stephen Byrd: So, Mike, the U.S. framed “real AI sovereignty” as strategic autonomy rather than full self-sufficiency. So, essentially the. U.S. is encouraging nations to integrate components of the American AI stack. Now, from your perspective, Mike, from a macro and policy standpoint, how significant is that distinction?Michael Zezas: Well, I think it's extremely important. And clearly the U.S. views its AI strategy as not just economic strategy, but national security strategy.There are maybe some analogs to how the U.S. has been able to, over the past 80 years or so, use its dominance in military and military equipment to create a security umbrella that other countries want to be under. And do something similar with AI, which is if there is dominant technology and others want access to it for the societal or economic benefits, then that is going to help when you're negotiating with those countries on other things that you value – whether it be trade policy, foreign policy, sanctions versus another country. That type of thing.So, in a lot of ways, it seems like the U.S. is talking about AI and developing AI as an anchor asset to its power, in a way that military power has been that anchor asset for much of the post World War II period.Stephen Byrd: See, that's what's so interesting, Mike, [be]cause you've highlighted before to me that you believe AI could replace weaponry as really the anchor asset for U.S. global power. Almost a tech equivalent of a defense umbrella.So how durable is that strategy, especially given that some countries are expressing unease about dependency?Michael Zezas: Yeah, it's really hard to know, and I think the tension you and I talked about earlier, Stephen, about whether countries will be willing to make the trade off for access to superior AI models versus open and free models that might be inferior, that'll tell us if this is a viable strategy or not. And it appears like this is still playing out because, correct me if I'm wrong, it's not like we've received some very clear signals from India or other countries about their willingness to make that trade off.Stephen Byrd: No, I think that's right. And just building on the concept of the trade-offs and, sort of, the standard for AI deployment, you know, the U.S. has explicitly rejected centralized global AI governance in favor of national control aligned with domestic values.So, what does that signal about how global technology standards may evolve, particularly as in the U.S., the National Institute of Standards and Technology, or NIST, works to develop interoperable standards for agentic AI systems.Michael Zezas: Yeah, Stephen, I think it's hard to know. It might be that the U.S. is okay with other countries having substantial degrees of freedom with how they use U.S.-based AI models because they could use U.S. law to, at a later date, change how those models are being used – if there's a use case that comes out of it that they find is against U.S. values. Similar in some way to how the U.S. dollar being the predominant currency and, therefore, being the predominant payment system globally, gives the U.S. degrees of freedom to impose sanctions and limit other types of economic transactions when it's in the U.S. interest.So, I don't know that to be specifically true, but it's an interesting question to consider and a potential motivation behind why a laissez-faire approach might be, ultimately, still aligned with U.S. interests.Stephen Byrd: So, Michael, it sounds like really AI is becoming the new strategic infrastructure globally.Michael Zezas: Yeah, I think that's actually a great way to think about it. And so, Stephen, if that were the case, and we're talking about the potential for this to shape geopolitical competition, potentially economic differentials across the globe. And if that is correlated, at least, to some degree with the further development and computing power of these models, what do you think investors should be looking at for signals from here?Stephen Byrd: Number one, by a mile for me, is really the pace of model progress. Not just American models, but Chinese models, open-source models. And there the big reveal for the United States should be somewhere between April and June – for the big five LLM players. That's a bit of speculation based on tracking their chip purchases, their power access, et cetera. But that appears to be the timeframe and a couple of execs have spoken to that approximate timeframe.I would caution investors that I think we're going to be surprised in terms of just how powerful those models are. And we're already seeing in early 2026, these models that were not trained on that kind of volume of compute have really exceeded expectations, you know, quite dramatically in some cases. And I'll give you one example.METR is a third-party that tracks the complexity, what these models can do. And METR has been highlining that every seven months, the complexity of what these models are able to do approximately doubles. It's very fast. But what really got my attention was about a week ago, one of the LLMs broke that trend in a big way to the upside.So, if the scaling laws would hold, based on what METR would've expected, they would expect a model to be able to act independently for about eight hours, a little over eight hours. And what we saw was, the best American model that was recently introduced was more like 15. That's a big deal. And so, I think we're seeing signs of non-linear improvement.We're also going to see additional statements from these AI execs around recursive self-improvement of the models. One ex-AI executive spoke to that. Another LLM exec spoke to that recently as well. So, we're starting to see an acceleration. That means we then need to really consider the trade-offs between the open models and the proprietary. That's going to become really critical and that should happen really through the spring and summer.Michael Zezas: Got it. Well, Stephen, thanks for taking the time to talk.Stephen Byrd: Great speaking with you, Mike.Michael Zezas: And thanks for listening. If you enjoy Thoughts on the Market, please leave us a review wherever you listen. And share the podcast with a friend or colleague today.
Join Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys on the Wide World Segment as they we sit down with Dr Samir Puri, former UK diplomat and author of "Westlessness", to explore one of the most urgent geopolitical questions of our era: Is global power shifting from West to East—and what does that really mean? Dr Puri’s book arrives at a moment of profound global upheaval. With Donald Trump back in the White House, the Russia‑Ukraine war grinding into its fourth year, China’s economic momentum slowing, and far‑right movements gaining traction across Europe, the traditional anchors of Western influence look increasingly unstable. In Westlessness, Dr Puri argues that while wealth has undeniably been flowing eastward—towards China, India, Indonesia and other rising powers—the story is far more complex when viewed through demographic, military, cultural, and technological lenses. He examines whether the West, long accustomed to setting global norms, will willingly relinquish its privileged position, and whether the East is ready—or even willing—to assume a leadership role in a more diverse, multipolar world. Nothing about this transition is linear or predictable. Dr Puri helps us understand the forces reshaping the global order and what it means for businesses, policymakers, and individuals navigating an increasingly fragmented landscape.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Joshua Philipp, Senior Investigative Reporter at The Epoch Times, breaks down why rising tensions with Iran may signal a broader global power struggle involving China, Russia, and U.S. strategy.
Global oil markets are no longer just about supply and demand—they are reshaping geopolitics in real time. In this episode of the STRAT podcast, retired Marine Intelligence Officer LtCol. Hal Kempfer breaks down how oil pricing and access are being used as strategic tools with far-reaching consequences. From pressure on Russia's war economy to Iran's vulnerability around the Strait of Hormuz, the ripple effects are global. The discussion explores how sanctions, tariffs, tanker seizures, and discounted crude are squeezing Russia's revenues, pushing Cuba toward a full-blown energy crisis, and placing China in an increasingly precarious position due to its dependence on cheap oil from sanctioned states. Kempfer also explains key oil benchmarks like Brent and WTI, the importance of U.S. shale production, and why today's environment differs fundamentally from past oil shocks. The result is a sober look at how energy strategy is quietly reshaping alliances, economies, and global stability.Takeaways:Oil prices are being actively shaped by U.S.-led strategyBrent and WTI benchmarks reveal critical geopolitical signalsRussia's oil revenues are collapsing under sanctions pressureTanker seizures are disrupting sanctioned oil supply chainsThe Strait of Hormuz remains a major global choke pointCuba faces an unprecedented fuel collapse and instabilityChina's reliance on discounted crude is becoming a liabilityEnergy pressure may accelerate regime change scenarios#STRATPodcast #HalKempfer #MutualBroadcastingSystem #StrategicRiskAnalysis #GlobalEnergy #OilMarkets #Geopolitics #EnergySecurity #RussiaUkraine #IranOil #ChinaEnergy #CubaCrisis #SanctionsPolicy #OilPrices #StrategicCompetition #NationalSecurity #EconomicWarfare #EnergyGeopolitics #GlobalStability #RiskAssessment
Daleep Singh welcomes Jake Sullivan, the Kissinger Professor of the Practice of Statecraft and World Order at the Harvard Kennedy School and former U.S. National Security Advisor, for a conversation about the forces reshaping global power and what they mean for markets and investment strategy. In this episode, Daleep and Jake discuss: Whether the world is moving toward regional spheres of influence; How technology is becoming the new battleground for great power competition; The interplay between national security, American statecraft, and the global economy; And how U.S. policy choices could impact economic strength and capital flows.
The Steve Gruber Show | Guest Host, Scot Bertram | The Political Storm: Border Funding, Ballots, and Global Power Plays --- 00:00 - Hour 1 Monologue 19:04 – Dan Lennington, Managing Vice President and Deputy Counsel at the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty, focusing on the Equality Under the Law Project. Lennington discusses a New York Times report highlighting WILL's efforts to end what he calls illegal DEI programs. He explains the legal arguments and why these cases could reshape workplace and government policy. 27:55 – Haley Strack, William F. Buckley Fellow in Political Journalism at National Review. Strack outlines what she calls another path forward for Christian Zionists. She discusses how faith, foreign policy, and domestic politics intersect in today's debate. 35:13 - Hour 2 Monologue 44:06 – Corinne Clifford, independent journalist, White House press corps member, and official spokesperson for SAT123.com. Clifford discusses Adam Schiff being confronted with polling showing overwhelming public support for requiring photo ID to vote. She explains why voter ID remains a winning issue across party lines. 53:56 – James Bradley, author of Precious Freedom: A Novel. Bradley analyzes rising U.S.–Iran tensions as critical nuclear talks take place in Oman. He discusses the stakes for regional stability and global security. 1:02:47 – Mark Malkoff, comedian, podcast host, and writer featured on Today, Good Morning America, CNN, and NPR's Weekend Edition. Malkoff talks about his upcoming book, Love Johnny Carson: One Obsessive Fan's Journey to Find the Genius Behind the Legend. He shares stories about Carson's influence and his own journey uncovering the man behind the icon. 1:12:45 - Hour 3 Monologue 1:21:40 – Josh Findlay, Director of the Texas Public Policy Foundation's National Election Protection Project. Findlay argues that voter ID is essential for election integrity and says pop culture figures like Nicki Minaj are right to call attention to the issue. He explains why voter confidence depends on clear safeguards. 1:31:31 – Ingrid Jacques, columnist for USA Today. Jacques examines polling that shows voters view Trump more negatively than Biden — and why writing him off may be a mistake. She discusses voter sentiment, media narratives, and what could shift the race. --- Visit Steve's website: https://stevegruber.com TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stevegrubershow Truth: https://truthsocial.com/@stevegrubershow Gettr: https://gettr.com/user/stevegruber Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stevegrubershow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevegrubershow/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Stevegrubershow Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/TheSteveGruberShow
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Send us a textA sleepless night in the 90s, a BBC documentary, and a mural that wouldn't let go—this is the spark that powers today's conversation. We follow that current from a teenager's curiosity to a sweeping look at how electricity rewired human history, culture, and ambition. Guided by Raoul Dufy's vast tableau of monuments and machinery, we decode the symbols of progress and the people who carried the charge.We revisit the origins: Thales and the first static experiments, Gilbert's careful notes, Franklin's bold tests, Faraday's fields, and the equations that gave shape to the unseen. The plot intensifies with Edison and Tesla, the current war that defined long-distance power, and Westinghouse's bet that made AC the backbone of modern grids. Along the way, we shine a light on Lewis Latimer, whose filament work helped turn a fragile invention into everyday brilliance. This isn't hero worship; it's a reminder that real breakthroughs demand teamwork, credit, and grit.Then we turn the lens to the present and near future. What does “the spirit of electricity” look like when it's your neighborhood, your workshop, your city's horizon? We talk Nigeria's energy reality: intermittent supply, inventive workarounds, and the promise of mini-grids, smart meters, and renewables. We explore how reliable power drives health, education, and jobs, and why policy and public trust matter as much as turbines and transformers. The challenge ahead isn't just technical—it's cultural. Can we treat the grid as a shared craft, plan beyond election cycles, and train the talent that keeps the lights honest?If you felt that first jolt of wonder from a flicker, a lab demo, or a skyline at night, this conversation is your voltage check. Tap play, see the mural through fresh eyes, and help sketch the next chapter of power: resilient, fair, and built to last. If this resonates, subscribe, share it with someone who loves a good origin story, and leave a review so others can find the spark too.Support the showYou can support this show via the link below;https://www.buzzsprout.com/1718587/supporters/new
Sam Hartmann, VP of Exploration at F3 Uranium (OTCQB: FUUFF | TSXV: FUU) thinks the catalysts driving the uranium market continue to grow stronger, and he points out that although AI data centers and SMR adoption are interesting narratives, it's the glaring and growing supply deficit that will drive this market to higher prices. Sam also breaks down how F3 Uranium fits into the picture, with a focused vision on advancing its newly discovered JR Zone and discovering additional zones of uranium mineralization in the southwest Athabasca Basin.F3 Uranium Website: https://f3uranium.comFollow F3 Uranium on X: https://x.com/F3UraniumDisclaimer: Commodity Culture was compensated by F3 Uranium for producing this interview. Jesse Day is not a shareholder of F3 Uranium. Nothing contained in this video is to be construed as investment advice, do your own due diligence.Follow Jesse Day on X: https://x.com/jessebdayCommodity Culture on Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/CommodityCulture
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Episode Summary: Global Reach, Global Power—you can't exercise that without Air Force bombers. We explore the long-range strike mission with Lt. Col. Ryan “Duke” Stillwell. He's spent most of his career flying the B-1, including time at the weapons school, and he just wrapped up command of the 9th Bomb Squadron at Dyess AFB. What factors have shaped the modern bomber inventory into its current form in recent years? What are the current and anticipated future demands for the mission? How do we expect long range strike to evolve in the future and why? Credits: Host: Heather "Lucky" Penney, Director of Research, The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies Producer: Shane Thin Executive Producer: Douglas Birkey Guest: Lt. Col. Ryan "Duke" Stillwell, Air Force Fellow, The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies Links: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3GbA5Of Website: https://mitchellaerospacepower.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MitchellStudies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mitchell.Institute.Aerospace LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3nzBisb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mitchellstudies/ #MitchellStudies #AerospaceAdvantage #Bombers
On January 29, Pulitzer Prize-winning historian, journalist, and author of "Autocracy, Inc." Anne Applebaum and journalist, lawyer, and founder of the "Popular Information" newsletter Judd Legum joined moderator Charlie Sykes, author of the "To the Contrary" newsletter and podcast, for a timely discussion on how political power is being reshaped in the U.S. and globally—and what it means for democracy.The conversation examined how democratic institutions are increasingly undermined through gradual, legal changes that concentrate power, weaken accountability, and reward loyalty over principle. Speakers emphasized that the greatest danger lies not in any single leader, but in systems that normalize corruption, disinformation, and politicized governance.Ukraine emerged as a critical test of democratic resolve, highlighting the global stakes of the moment.The discussion concluded with a clear warning and reminder: democracy does not sustain itself—it survives only when citizens choose to defend it.CALL TO ACTION:Support Joyce Uptown Foodshelf (https://www.joyceuptownfoodshelf.org/)Support MIRAC (https://www.givemn.org/organization/M...)Check out Anne's newsletter “Open Letters, from Anne Applebaum”: https://anneapplebaum.substack.com/Explore Judd's newsletter “Popular Information”: https://popular.info/Visit Charlie's newsletter and podcast “To the Contrary”: https://charliesykes.substack.com/ABOUT THE SPEAKERS:Anne Applebaum is staff writer for The Atlantic and author of the best-selling 2020 book "Twilight of Democracy: The Seductive Lure of Authoritarianism" and her latest book "Autocracy, Inc." Applebaum is also a senior fellow at the Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies and the SNF Agora Institute, where she co-directs Arena, a program on disinformation and 21st-century propaganda.Judd Legum is the founder and author of "Popular Information", an independent newsletter dedicated to accountability journalism. Popular Information won the 2020 Online Journalism Award for Excellence in Newsletters, and the 2025 David Nyhan Prize for Public Policy Journalism. Its reporting was credited by Bloomberg for bringing a “political reckoning” to corporate America. Previously, Legum founded and served as editor-in-chief of "ThinkProgress", a progressive media outlet. In 2008, Legum was the research director for Hillary Clinton's first presidential campaign. He is a graduate of Georgetown University Law Center and Pomona College.Charlie Sykes is the author of the Substack newsletter, "To the Contrary", and contributes to The Atlantic and MSNBC. His most recent book, "How the Right Lost Its Mind", published by St. Martin's Press, was released in October 2017.Sykes has written for The New York Times, The Atlantic, The Weekly Standard, The Washington Post, Commentary, The Wall Street Journal, Politico, The Los Angeles Times, Newsweek, Time.com, USA Today, National Review, The New York Review of Books, the New York Daily News, and other national publications. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bigtentnews.substack.com
“Regardless of whether it's Trump or anybody else in the White House, we should expect something quite significant to be going on in terms of the United States' relationship with the rest of the world.”Amol Rajan speaks to Helen Thompson, Professor of Political Economy at Cambridge University, about a new era of global power play. In this conversation, she traces the roots of the re-birth of US expansionism back to the 19th century, and America's early presidents. She also explains how the dynamics of geopolitics are tied to the control of resources, in particular oil.Professor Thompson is an expert on the history of globalisation who has taught at Britain's Cambridge University for more than 30 years. Her current research looks at the geopolitics of energy, and the long history of this century's global disruptions.Thank you to the Radical team for its help in making this programme. The Interview brings you conversations with people shaping our world, from all over the world. The best interviews from the BBC, including episodes with the Colombian president Gustavo Petro, New Zealand's former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Google CEO Sundar Pichai. You can listen on the BBC World Service on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 0800 GMT. Or you can listen to The Interview as a podcast, out three times a week on BBC Sounds or wherever you get your podcasts. Presenter: Amol Rajan Producers: Anna Budd, Lucy Sheppard Editor: Justine LangGet in touch with us on email TheInterview@bbc.co.uk and use the hashtag #TheInterviewBBC on social media.(Image: Helen Thompson Credit: Anna Budd/BBC)
Larry Alex Taunton on Trump's Impact at the World Economic Forum In this episode of 'Ideas Have Consequences,' Larry Alex Taunton reports from Krakow, Poland, after attending the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Taunton discusses Donald Trump's key speech at the WEF, emphasizing Trump's focus on the American citizen and critiquing media misrepresentations of his address. He highlights Trump's plain-speaking approach, practical solutions, and the context of his statements on NATO, Greenland, and Ukraine. The episode also covers the absence of Klaus Schwab, the agenda of the World Economic Forum, and the potential dangers and allure of artificial intelligence as discussed at the event. Taunton concludes with reflections on the overall ethos of the WEF and what he learned from his conversations and observations. give me packaging for above.
Donald Trump's proposed “Board of Peace” is being sold as a bold new approach to global diplomacy. In reality, it represents one of the most dangerous assaults on the post-World War II international order in decades. This video breaks down how a narrowly defined UN ceasefire resolution for Gaza was transformed into something entirely different: a private, treaty-based global authority centered not on states, law, or democracy—but on Donald Trump personally. With no term limits, no removal mechanism, and total control over membership, finances, and succession, the Board of Peace is structured to outlive elections, bypass governments, and concentrate unprecedented power in the hands of one man and his chosen heirs. Independent media has never been more important. Please support this channel by subscribing here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g?sub_confirmation=1 Join this channel with a membership for exclusive early access and bonus content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g/join Five Minute News is an Evergreen Podcast, covering politics, inequality, health and climate - delivering independent, unbiased and essential news for the US and across the world. Visit us online at http://www.fiveminute.news Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/fiveminutenews.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram http://instagram.com/fiveminnews Support us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/fiveminutenews You can subscribe to Five Minute News with your preferred podcast app, ask your smart speaker, or enable Five Minute News as your Amazon Alexa Flash Briefing skill. CONTENT DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed on this channel are those of the guests and authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Anthony Davis or Five Minute News LLC. Any content provided by our hosts, guests or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or anyone or anything, in line with the First Amendment right to free and protected speech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
President Trump's decision to officially exit the World Health Organization marks a major shift in America's approach to global health and sovereignty. In this episode, Gene Valentino joins the discussion to break down what the WHO exit really means, why crime rates are dropping nationwide, and how leadership is reshaping America's role on the world stage.We also dive into:The real impact of exiting the World Health OrganizationCrime, homicide, and fentanyl overdose statistics trending downwardSanctuary cities and immigration enforcementGlobal developments involving Davos, Greenland, Russia, and UkraineWhy leadership matters now more than everFrom football talk to foreign policy, this conversation covers the biggest stories shaping America and the world today.
In this January 26th episode of the RattlerGator Report, JB White opens with a candid personal update, confronting health challenges and the hard decisions that come with them. From there, the conversation expands rapidly into the accelerating pace of global events. JB breaks down General Flynn's recent warnings, unpacking unrest within China, the instability surrounding Xi Jinping, and what potential internal fractures could mean for U.S. foreign policy and global power dynamics. The episode explores America's strategic posture across Europe and the Indo-Pacific, including shifting alliances, the role of Greece, and the broader implications of energy, technology, and military positioning. JB also examines the failures of international institutions, the decline of old power structures, and why patience and strategic restraint may matter more than reaction. Blending personal reflection with sharp geopolitical analysis, this episode captures a moment where health, leadership, and world events collide — and nothing appears to be slowing down.
Global power shifts, Israel, Iran, and prophecy examined in this week's Messianic World Update with Monte Judah.00:00 Opening Headlines00:28 Introduction & Date01:10 Trump in Davos / Board of Peace03:40 Global Power Shift & UN Decline05:15 Greenland & U.S. Security Interests07:05 Gaza & Hamas Refusal to Disarm09:20 Trump Deadline & Ceasefire Violations11:05 Iran Protests & Regime Weakening13:20 Israel–U.S. Military Coordination15:10 Iran Regime Change Questions16:45 Haredi Draft Bill in Israel18:00 Temple Mount Prayer Development19:10 UNRWA Expelled / UN–Hamas Ties20:05 Church Disruption & Religious Freedom21:15 Final Warning, Prayer & Shabbat ShalomStay informed and grounded in Scripture with LionandLamb.tv. Watch Messianic World Update, in-depth biblical teachings, and exclusive content from Monte Judah—commercial free and available anytime. Your support helps us continue proclaiming truth in uncertain times. Please consider supporting the ministry at www.LLGive.com and partnering with us as we watch and warn in these prophetic days.
Michael Smerconish is joined by political analyst Mark Halperin for a wide-ranging conversation sparked by President Trump's remarks at Davos. They unpack Trump's controversial comments on Greenland, NATO, and military force — separating rhetoric from strategy — and examine why the Arctic is becoming a flashpoint amid climate change, Russian and Chinese aggression, and missile defense concerns. The discussion also covers Trump 2.0 at the one-year mark, polling realities, midterm implications, and the evolving political landscape at home and abroad. Original air date 21 January 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Welcome back to Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu. In this episode, Tom dives deep into the unprecedented era of global disruption we're all witnessing. With Trump's dramatic pivot from peacemaker to power broker, the rules of world order are being rewritten right before our eyes. Tom breaks down how America's shifting strategies—from military posturing over Greenland to aggressive moves in Venezuela and Iran—reflect a high-stakes "dominance or bust" approach that could either solidify American prosperity or push us closer to economic instability and global conflict. You'll hear how the breakdown of the liberal world order, runaway inflation, and growing inequality have set the stage for a populist surge, with Trump acting as both a product and agent of this chaos. Tom explores the historical patterns behind today's dangers, like Thucydides Trap, and what it means for the rivalry between the U.S. and China. Most importantly, he'll guide you through what all these seismic changes could mean for your finances and future—and why, even when times seem rigged and uncertain, you can still win if you know how to play the game. Get ready for a no-nonsense, eye-opening look at power, politics, and how to navigate a world where only the paranoid survive. Let's get into it. Quince: Free shipping and 365-day returns at https://quince.com/impactpodHomeServe: Help protect your home systems – and your wallet – with HomeServe against covered repairs. Plans start at just $4.99 a month at https://homeserve.comShopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact Pique: 20% off at https://piquelife.com/impactNetSuite: Right now, get our free business guide, Demystifying AI, at https://NetSuite.com/Theory Ketone IQ: Visit https://ketone.com/IMPACT for 30% OFF your subscription orderAquaTru: 20% off your purifier with code IMPACT https://aquatru.comIncogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code IMPACT at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/impactSintra AI: 72% off with code IMPACT at https://sintra.ai/impactHuel: High-Protein Starter Kit 20% off for new customers at https://huel.com/impact code impactBevel Health: Visit https://bevel.health/impact and use code IMPACT to get your first month free. What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER: https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.: https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
CannCon and Ashe in America dig into a packed episode covering major developments at home and abroad, starting with the latest on Tina Peters' federal appeal and the growing political pressure surrounding her case. The discussion moves into the unraveling fraud networks in Minnesota, where federal enforcement clashes with state and city leadership amid mounting evidence of systemic abuse. The episode also explores escalating tensions between the White House and the Federal Reserve, questions surrounding Jerome Powell, and broader implications for economic policy. Rounding out the show is an in-depth look at Venezuela, global energy interests, and the geopolitical maneuvering reshaping influence in the Western Hemisphere.
In this episode of China Desk, Steve Yates analyzes the dramatic U.S. action in Venezuela, the arrest of Nicolás Maduro, and the disruption of an illicit oil “ghost fleet supplying China, Russia, and Iran. The discussion explores why Venezuela's oil reserves matter so deeply to Beijing, how China's hemispheric ambitions collided with renewed American resolve, and what the episode signals for future flashpoints—from Taiwan to the South China Sea. A clear-eyed look at geopolitics, energy security, sovereignty, and power projection in an increasingly unstable global order. Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@ChinaDeskFNW
A single account. A single operation. And a claim so shocking it could redefine modern warfare. According to a Venezuelan guard's jaw-dropping testimony, U.S. forces allegedly neutralized hundreds of Maduro's defenders without losing a single soldier—using technology unlike anything seen in human history.
Reporting shows President Donald Trump told The New York Times that his “own morality” is the only real limit on how he uses U.S. power abroad. He downplayed the role of international law while defending recent military and economic actions in Venezuela and other countries, prompting renewed debate over presidential authority. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Broeske & Musson' on all platforms: --- The ‘Broeske & Musson Podcast’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- ‘Broeske & Musson' Weekdays 9-11 AM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Facebook | Podcast| X | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Unleashed: The Political News Hour with Nate Cain – A detailed account of the historic U.S. military operation—Operation Absolute Resolve—that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. The discussion explores the precision execution involving elite forces, the immediate geopolitical ramifications—including access to vast oil reserves, disruptions to...
TRUMP or STARMER — whose side are you on? #JonGaunt #JonGauntTV #LIVE #Trump #Starmer #Leadership #Venezuela #OilTanker #Atlantic #ForeignPolicy #StrongLeadership #UKPolitics A brutal new YouGov poll puts Keir Starmer's disapproval rating at around 70%. Let that sink in. Seven out of ten voters unhappy with the Prime Minister — and the numbers are getting worse, not better. So tonight we ask the question the Westminster bubble is desperate to avoid: Is Keir Starmer a dead man walking? While Starmer sinks under public disapproval at home, Donald Trump dominates headlines abroad — taking decisive action on the world stage, from Venezuela to the Atlantic, showing the kind of hard-power leadership his supporters say Britain no longer has. Two men. Two totally different styles of leadership.
In this episode, Lisa Boothe is joined by Daniel Di Martino of the Manhattan Institute to break down the stunning arrest Nicolás Maduro and what it means for Venezuela, the United States, and the global balance of power. Daniel explains why Maduro’s arrest is being celebrated by many Venezuelans as a long-awaited moment of accountability and explores whether this development could finally open the door to a peaceful political transition. The conversation examines America’s strategic interests in Venezuela, including energy security, oil production, and the potential economic opportunities for U.S. companies if the country stabilizes. Lisa and Daniel also analyze the broader geopolitical implications, including how Maduro’s downfall could weaken the influence of Russia, Iran, and China in the Western Hemisphere. Finally, they discuss the political backlash from the American left and what this moment reveals about U.S. foreign policy, regime change debates, and America’s role on the global stage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From massive taxpayer fraud to global energy dominance, today's episode exposes the hidden stories the mainstream won't cover.
As global leaders scramble to respond to the unprecedented events unfolding in Venezuela and subsequently New York, members of Donald Trump's administration are making increasingly bold statements on their designs for Greenland. So, what does this mean for international security, for Nato and the delicate balance of historical alliances? Hosts: Kevin Doyle and Dave Hanratty | Guests: Molly Crane-Newman, Cody Weddle and Nikki McCann RamirezSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, retired Marine intelligence officer LtCol. Hal Kempfer analyzes the stunning overnight U.S. operation that led to the capture of Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. The mission—months in planning and executed with overwhelming air, cyber, space, and intelligence coordination—has sent shockwaves through Latin America and beyond. Kempfer breaks down what Operation Absolute Resolve reveals about modern U.S. military reach, strategic messaging, and escalation control. He explores the legal and moral implications of regime decapitation, the risks of attempting to “run” Venezuela, and the challenges posed by militias, rival governments, and global power competition. The conversation examines international reactions, the emergence of Delcy Rodríguez as acting president, and what this upheaval could mean for oil markets, refugees, Cuba, and regional stability. Finally, Kempfer assesses where this crisis may lead—and what Washington can realistically achieve next.Takeaways:The Maduro capture showcased integrated U.S. military, cyber, and intelligence powerOperation Absolute Resolve was designed for speed, shock, and strategic surpriseRemoving a regime is far easier than governing a fractured nation afterwardVenezuela's military and militias pose major stabilization challengesGlobal reactions reveal shifting alliances and realpolitik calculationsOil access and sanctions remain central U.S. leverage pointsLegal justifications matter less than strategic consequencesThe crisis could trigger refugees, civil conflict, or regional escalation #STRATPodcast #HalKempfer #MutualBroadcastingSystem #StrategicRiskAnalysis #VenezuelaCrisis #MaduroCaptured #OperationAbsoluteResolve #USMilitary #Geopolitics #NationalSecurity #LatinAmerica #GlobalStability #EnergySecurity #RegimeChange #ForeignPolicy #IntelligenceAnalysis #TrumpDoctrine #CubaCrisis #StrategicStudies #WorldAffairs
Don’t miss your chance to hear from one of the world’s foremost experts on global affairs: University of Houston’s African Studies Professor Gerald Horne, joining our classroom this Monday morning. Dr. Horne will break down the explosive Maduro kidnapping and reveal how its ripple effects could reshape the balance of power for China, Russia, and the rest of the world. He’ll also shed light on urgent issues like slavery in East and North Africa, bombings in Nigeria, Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, and the looming threat of a possible attack on Iran. Before Dr. Horne, acclaimed political blogger Brandon will expose the deep divisions the Maduro arrest is causing within the MAGA movement—insights you won’t hear anywhere else, and the possibility of another government shutdown. This is not just another broadcast—it’s your front-row seat to the stories shaping our lives and the world around us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr. Jerome Corsi delivers a sweeping analysis of a rapidly forming new global order, as international power blocs solidify, regional conflicts intensify, and economic pressures accelerate worldwide.Dr. Corsi examines the implications of renewed U.S. assertiveness in the Western Hemisphere, the re-emergence of sphere-of-influence geopolitics, and why recent events involving Venezuela, Ukraine, Russia, China, Iran, and Taiwan point toward a high-risk period that must be managed carefully to avoid global war. He explains why modern conflicts cannot be allowed to escalate unchecked in a nuclear age and why balance-of-power strategies are re-entering global diplomacy. CN 1 4 26
In this special edition of What's New with ME, we deliver a comprehensive, no-nonsense breakdown of one of the most consequential geopolitical moments of our time: Nicolás Maduro, Venezuela, and the United States—and why the world is reacting so strongly.This episode goes far beyond headlines.We begin with the history of Venezuela—once one of the wealthiest and most prosperous nations in Latin America—rich in oil, culture, and opportunity. We examine how political instability, corruption, and authoritarian control led to economic collapse, mass migration, and decades of suffering for the Venezuelan people.From there, we unpack the dramatic arrival of Maduro in the United States, including the powerful symbolism surrounding his transport near the Statue of Liberty and why this moment represents more than a legal proceeding—it represents accountability, justice, and hope for millions.We then expand to the global chessboard:The role of BRICS nationsRussia's condemnationCuba's oppositionVocal resistance from leaders in Chile and MexicoWhy this moment has sent shockwaves through international diplomacyOn the U.S. front, we analyze the political divide and media response:Chuck Schumer's reactionStatements from Democratic leadershipCommentary from AOC and Zohran MamdaniAnd why many of these responses appear disconnected from the lived reality of Venezuelans celebrating worldwideWe also address:President Donald Trump's statement regarding U.S. oversight during a transitionThe media frenzy and speculation surrounding that claimClaims that “it's all about oil”Secretary Marco Rubio's clarification, in both English and Spanish, separating U.S. policy from propagandaThis episode challenges listeners—regardless of political affiliation—to pause, think critically, and consider how close instability, drug cartels, dictatorships, and hostile military alliances truly are to U.S. airspace.Above all, this is a story about people—about Venezuelans finally feeling seen, heard, and hopeful.What's New with ME delivers context-driven analysis of global news, politics, culture, and power—cutting through noise, narratives, and talking points to focus on truth, impact, and humanity.If this episode added value:Subscribe for weekly in-depth episodesLike & Share to support independent mediaVisit TheMEStudios.net to share your story, collaborate, or be featured in a future episodeYour voice matters—and real stories live here.
In this explosive episode of Unleashing Intuition Secrets, Michael Jaco welcomes back Juan O Savin for a deep-intel breakdown of one of the most consequential geopolitical moments unfolding behind the scenes. Juan analyzes reports surrounding a high-stakes military operation involving Nicolás Maduro, examining how Special Forces tactics, internal intelligence assets, and coordinated strategy mirror historic missions such as the takedown of Noriega. The conversation explores how modern operations rely on layered intelligence, timing, and psychological pressure—not just force. From there, Michael and Juan widen the lens to the Iran–Cuba–Venezuela axis, international drug trafficking networks, and how these global actors intersect with election interference, corruption, and power struggles closer to home. They discuss leadership failures in places like Colorado, the Tina Peters case, and why domestic political battles cannot be separated from global intelligence warfare. The episode also connects these developments to Trump-era policies, strategic deterrence, and why certain operations only become possible when the geopolitical board is properly set. This is not surface-level commentary. It's a strategic overview of how global conflicts, covert operations, and local politics are deeply intertwined—and why understanding that connection matters now more than ever.
In this 58th edition of The World According to Irina Tsukerman, the bi-weekly geopolitical series on The KAJ Masterclass LIVE, national security lawyer and geopolitical analyst Irina Tsukerman breaks down accelerating global power shifts — from Ukraine-Russia-US negotiations and Israel's regional security calculus to India's strategic diplomacy and Red Sea instability. With legal and strategic depth, she explains how these developments shape alliances, conflict trajectories, and the geopolitical risks leaders must prepare for in 2026. This episode offers clear, grounded insight into where the world is heading — and why.About the guestIrina Tsukerman is a human rights and national security lawyer, geopolitical analyst, editor of The Washington Outsider, and president of Scarab Rising, Inc., a media and security and strategic advisory. Her writings and commentary have appeared in diverse US and international media and have been translated into over a dozen languages.Connect with Irina here:https://www.thewashingtonoutsider.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/irina-tsukerman-4b04595/Catch up on earlier episodes in the playlist here:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLt7IEKOM1t1tKItNEVaStzsqSChTCGmp6Watch all our global politics content here:https://rumble.com/c/kajmasterclasshttps://www.youtube.com/@kajmasterclassPolitics=========================================
“The metaphor of ‘kick the ball' —is to stress the importance of personal involvement and impact. It means that as a leader, you are there involved when it really matters.”Austin Lally is CEO of Verisure, the market leader in professionally monitored security services across Europe and Latin America - where he's served since 2014. After a 26-year career at Procter & Gamble, Austin made the leap to scale Verisure nearly 10x — reaching an enterprise value of €20B+, serving more than 6 million subscribers, and generating €3.4B in annual revenue. In October 2024, Austin led Verisure through a landmark IPO on NASDAQ Stockholm — the largest IPO in Europe in three years, the largest private-equity-backed IPO in European history, and the biggest in Sweden in 25 years.Before Verisure, Austin spent 26 years at Procter & Gamble, where his career spanned leadership roles across Beauty, Feminine Care, Fabric & Home Care, and Corporate Marketing. He spent seven formative years in Greater China helping build P&G's presence in the region, and later served as Global President of Braun and Appliances, leading a major turnaround and sitting on P&G's Global Leadership Council. Along the way, he was named to Advertising Age's Global Power 100.Austin is Scottish and a graduate of the University of Glasgow, where he won the World Universities Debating Championship and served as elected President of the Students' Representative Council. Outside of work, he's deeply passionate about music — including a past life as a highly rated indie-rock DJ in southern China — and is a lifelong supporter of Celtic FC and Liverpool FC. You'll enjoy this candid conversation about leadership at scale, taking smart risks, staying close to the work, and why “kicking the ball” often matters more than measuring it from the sidelines.This conversation is hosted by P&G Alum Sudha Ranganathan, who's spent over 19 years in diverse Marketing leadership roles at companies like P&G, PayPal, and LinkedIn where she's honed her passion for customer-centric marketing and talent development.
SPONSORS: 1) MOOD: Discover your perfect mood and get 20% off your first order at http://mood.com and use code JULIAN at checkout! (***TIMESTAMPS in description below) ~ Mark Gagnon is the co-host of Flagrant w/ Andrew Schulz & is also hosts his own show, Camp Gagnon. MARK's LINKS - Camp Gagnon YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_8fyOXzrZjcnUBFbhbms7Q - Flagrant YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialFlagrant/videos FOLLOW JULIAN DOREY INSTAGRAM (Podcast): https://www.instagram.com/juliandoreypodcast/ INSTAGRAM (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/julianddorey/ X: https://twitter.com/julianddorey JULIAN YT CHANNELS - SUBSCRIBE to Julian Dorey Clips YT: https://www.youtube.com/@juliandoreyclips - SUBSCRIBE to Julian Dorey Daily YT: https://www.youtube.com/@JulianDoreyDaily - SUBSCRIBE to Best of JDP: https://www.youtube.com/@bestofJDP ****TIMESTAMPS**** 00:00 – Inglorious Basterds, Epstein Texts, Building 7 Mom, MK Ultra? 11:45 – Homeschool, RFK Affair, JFK Stories, Mom's Intel Pulse 21:42 – Tucker 9/11, HW Bush Letters, Santa Conspiracy, Zohran Drama, Trump Thoughts 31:50 – Trump Attempt, Zohran Politics, NYC Issues, Sharia Joke, Sliwa 41:40 – Guardian Angels, Rat Dogs, Disney Gator, Disney+, Epstein Lives? 00:50:50 – X Location Feature, India vs Tyler Oliveira, Culture Clash 01:00:42 – Crowley, Occultism, OTO, Pey0te, s3x magick 01:09:39 – Crowley Motives, LAM, Foreign Agent Theory, Jack Parsons, Cayce, Atlantis 01:19:35 – Russia Peace Keys, Nazi Occult Thor Hammer Belief, Hess Mission, Mystics 01:28:47 – Remote Viewing, Crucifixion Theory, Jesus Switched? 01:40:16 – Culture & Religion, Idi Amin, COVID Break, Contrarianism, Social Media 01:49:42 – Overton Window, Horseshoe Theory, Trump & Zohran Reaction 01:59:07 – Harvey Dent, Good Faith, Mask Eats Face, Freemasons 02:07:37 – Maxwell Hill, Ghislaine Theory, Epstein Network, No Clean Hands 02:15:46 – Global Power, Mom Right Again, Freemason History, Albert Pike 02:28:37 – Mason Factions, Catholics vs Masons, Templars, Camp Gagnon Future 02:38:56 – Mark's Work OTHER JDP EPISODES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: - Episode 242 - Tommy G: https://youtu.be/RSi-X6cCEaw - Episode 306 - Tommy G & Punchmade Dev: https://youtu.be/bob6rNAMmIg - Episode 337 - RocaNews: https://youtu.be/8BjTaxsgwBM CREDITS: - Host, Editor & Producer: Julian Dorey - COO, Producer & Editor: Alessi Allaman - https://www.youtube.com/@UCyLKzv5fKxGmVQg3cMJJzyQ - In-Studio Producer: Joey Deef - https://www.instagram.com/joeydeef/ Julian Dorey Podcast Episode 366 - Mark Gagnon Music by Artlist.io Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Tenpenny Files – Farmers across America face growing pressure as global power brokers reshape the food supply. John Klar and Dr. Sherri Tenpenny uncover how policies, corporate influence, and environmental mandates converge to threaten soil, livestock, and community resilience. Their urgent conversation reveals what is at stake and what people can do now to protect local food security...
In the explosive second half of this Impact Theory episode, Tom Bilyeu and Andrew Bustamante pivot from conspiracy analysis to the deep machinery of intelligence, national security, and the global chess game playing out between the U.S., China, Israel, and beyond. Andrew Bustamante pulls from firsthand experience and research to illuminate how bad actors—like Epstein—become valuable informants, why the public likely won't see full transparency, and what really drives international influence campaigns. This section dives into distinctions between Israel and Judaism, the roots of community-based success, and the dark cycles of scapegoating in moments of collective anxiety. Then, turning toward global affairs, the episode exposes the real stakes behind U.S. military posturing in Venezuela, peeling back the red herring narrative to reveal a shadow war with China over control of technological supply chains and rare earth minerals. Finally, Andrew Bustamante maps out the future of Chinese/Taiwanese relations, the economic and military brinkmanship between superpowers, and America's own risk of economic meltdown—with practical warnings for listeners about the pressing need to understand and adapt. What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER: https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.: https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory HomeServe: Help protect your home systems – and your wallet – with HomeServe against covered repairs. Plans start at just $4.99 a month at https://homeserve.com True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe at https://trueclassic.com/impact Incogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code IMPACT at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/impact CashApp: Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/v6nymgjl #CashAppPod Business Wars: Follow Business Wars on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact AirDoctor: Up to $300 off with code IMPACT at https://airdoctorpro.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's episode, Tom takes us on a deep dive into the tumultuous history and uncertain future of money, digging into how governments have manipulated currency—from making gold ownership illegal in 1933 to the rise of modern money printing and the explosion of digital assets. Tom unpacks the global drama unfolding around crypto, stablecoins, and the race between nations to reshape the financial system. Are U.S. economic policies and digital innovation a lifeline for billions, or just another scheme to extend American dominance? Why are China and Russia racing to stack gold while the world inches toward central bank digital currencies—and what does it all mean for your financial freedom? If you care about your money, your sovereignty, and the future of global finance, you won't want to miss this episode. Tune in for a provocative breakdown on how we got here, what's really going on behind the scenes, and what steps we must take to make sure the future of money empowers the individual—not the powers that be. 00:00 Intro 03:43 Part 1: What Exactly Are We Being Accused Of? 05:46 Part 2: What's Really Going On With Crypto and The Skyrocketing Price of Gold? 10:08:18 Part 3: What Is the US Up To With It's Crypto Policies? 19:04 Part 4: Digital Money Done Poorly Will Be Used To Enslave 25:29 Part 5: Where Do We Go From Here? Bevel Health: 1st month FREE at https://bevel.health/impact with code IMPACT Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe at https://trueclassic.com/impact Cape: 33% off with code IMPACT33 at https://cape.co/impact Surfshark: Go to https://surfshark.com/bilyeu or use code BILYEU to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! AirDoctor: Up to $300 off with code IMPACT at https://airdoctorpro.com Raycon: Go to https://buyraycon.com/impact to get up to 30% off sitewide. Found Banking: Try Found for FREE at https://found.com/impact What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER: https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.: https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices