Podcasts about Ruble

Max and Maria get another update from military expert Mike Kofman on the state of the frontlines in Ukraine.  This conversation was recorded on June 11, 2025. "The Russian Wartime Economy: From Sugar High to Hangover" by Maria Snegovaya, Nicholas Fenton, Tina Dolbaia, and Max Bergmann (June 2025, CSIS.org) "Russia's Battlefield Woes in Ukraine" by Seth Jones and Riely McCabe (June 2025, CSIS.org) "Assessing Russian Military Adaptation in 2023" by Michael Kofman (October 2024, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace)

Elina Ribakova returned to the show to speak with Max and Maria about the evolution of the Ukrainian economy since February 2022.

On this month's podcast we have our Worship Director, Chris Ruble sharing his testimony. Chris grew up loving music and that love of music took him all the way to American Idol Auditions, The X-Factor, and traveling singing doing well over 80-100 shows a year. Chris shares that whole journey and where he is now with you all!

What if you could build multiple profitable agencies instead of struggling to scale just one? In this episode of Small Business Blackholes, Alan Pentz sits down with Eli Rubel, founder of Profit Labs and serial agency entrepreneur, to explore how he achieved remarkable 67% profit margins, why sometimes being too profitable can actually hurt your business, and the strategic decision to build multiple million-dollar EBITDA agencies rather than scaling one massive organization. Whether you're hitting growth plateaus or seeking better profitability, this conversation reveals actionable insights about operation optimization, talent management, and the counterintuitive approach to sustainable agency growth. Tune in to discover why the path to greater profits might not be what you expect.

Max and Maria spoke with Edward Fishman about his bestselling book, Chokepoints: American Power in the Age of Economic Warfare. 

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Max and Maria welcome Michael Kimmage back to the show to provide his analysis of the ongoing U.S.-led negotiations to achieve a ceasefire in Ukraine. This conversation was recorded on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. "What if America Abandons Ukraine?" by Liana Fix and Michael Kimmage (Foreign Affairs, May 2025). "The Zeitenwende Is Real This Time," by Michael Kimmage and Sudha David-Wilp (Foreign Affairs, April 2025).

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Maria spoke with journalist Keith Gessen and scholar Bryn Rosenfeld about their work trying to make sense of Russian public opinion towards the war in Ukraine, and what it means for our understanding of Russian society today.

Vic Verchereau welcomes Rick Ruble, who is the Summit Point Leader for the Global Leadership Summit's Lansing area site. Rick Ruble has joined the effort to bring a worldwide event to the Mid-Michigan area. The Global Leadership Summit event reaches over 300,000 people in excess of 500 locations across the globe. As the Summit Point Leader for the Lansing area site, Rick embraces the vision and mission of the Global Leadership Network. When you see the possibilities for something bigger than yourself… when you understand your place in making a better world… when you get the tools and guidance you need to grow… when you're encouraged and energized to take that next step in your journey… you'll be ready to embrace the call to be a true leader. You'll show the way forward and bring others along with you, and you'll create moments and movements that make tangible, meaningful differences in the lives around you. That's leadership with a higher purpose. That's the vision! Hear all about this innovative program when Vic Verchereau asks Rick Ruble to take us to the event and this year's plans to grow the leader and grow your organization! Join the fun on this edition of the Leadership Lowdown. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

“When they come into work now, they're happy and excited because work is not just an obligation; it's helping them achieve their dreams.”In this episode, Alyssa Ruble, Dream Manager at Chick-fil-A Greenwood, shares how The Dream Manager Program is transforming the culture at Chick-fil-A by investing in employees' personal and professional growth. Alyssa discusses how this unique program empowers team members to achieve their dreams and develop skills that not only improve their lives but also contribute to the organization's success. She explains the challenges and rewards of rolling out The Dream Manager Program, the hesitations employees initially had, and how trust and commitment ultimately turned it into a cornerstone of their workplace culture.In this episode, you'll discover:How The Dream Manager Program creates a culture of support and growthThe power of leadership involvement in personal developmentWays to overcome skepticism and build trust in innovative programsInvest in a coach to achieve your dreams: https://www.floydcoaching.com/Discover how to implement The Dream Manager Program:https://www.thedreammanager.com/Things to listen for:(00:00) Intro(01:15) Meet Alyssa Ruble: Dream Manager at Chick-fil-A(02:30) The impact of the Dream Manager Program(05:00) Overcoming skepticism and building trust(08:15) Employee growth through the Dream Manager sessions(10:00) Leadership involvement in personal development(12:45) Creating a culture of recognition and support(15:30) The future of Dream Manager at Chick-fil-A(18:00) The role of community and connection in employee success(20:00) The importance of acknowledging each other's dreams(22:30) The long-term impact of the Dream Manager programResources:Floyd CoachingThe Culture AssessmentMatthew Kelly's BooksFloyd Coaching's BlogConnect with the GuestAlyssa Ruble's LinkedInChick-fil-AConnect with the Host & Floyd Coaching:Kate Volman's LinkedInFloyd Coaching on LinkedInFloyd Consulting on FacebookFloyd Consulting on TwitterFloyd Consulting on YouTube

In this special CSIS crossover episode with Russian Roulette's sister podcast, The Eurofile, Max Bergmann and co-host Donatienne Ruy welcome Tom Wright, senior fellow at Brookings and former Senior Director for Strategic Planning at the United States National Security Council (NSC) in the Biden administration, to discuss his recent article in Foreign Affairs outlining a U.S. strategy for Russia-Ukraine negotiations.  The interview covers the current state of play in negotiations, Trump and Biden's respective strategies toward Europe, and Tom's experience in government on a range of issues, including countering alignment between U.S. adversaries and competitors.  For the complete episode, covering big news in European defense and more, visit The Eurofile

In this episode of The Digital Executive podcast, host Brian Thomas sits down with Thomas Ruble—a humanist, technologist, and founder of Nirvana. With a background that spans healthcare, AI, banking, and cloud infrastructure, Ruble shares how his early studies in philosophy shaped his first-principles approach to decentralized finance. He explains why the true promise of blockchain isn't just about the technology, but about creating fair and transparent systems that remove human bias and fraud from financial markets. Ruble dives deep into Nirvana's mission to create a stable digital store of value, moving beyond the speculation and volatility that plague today's crypto landscape. He also unpacks the future of digital assets, advocating for algorithm-driven systems that operate with full transparency—regardless of whether they use a blockchain. Tune in to hear why Ruble believes the real evolution in crypto is yet to come and how Nirvana is leading that charge.

Thomas Ruble  is a humanist and technologist. His career began with an advanced degree in computer science, leading him through diverse industries—from healthcare AI and banking to cloud infrastructure. Today, he focuses on decentralised finance, drawn by the promise of open, autonomous systems enabled by blockchain technology. Thomas is a co-founder of Nirvana Finance who are redefining token markets and elevating the decentralised finance landscape.Ronan recently caught up with Thomas to find out more about decentralised finance and the role Nirvana Finance is playing in this. Thomas talks about his background, what Nirvana Finance does, bitcoin, ethereum, the stages of temptation, blockchain and moreMore about Nirvana Finance:Founded by a distributed team of DeFi veterans with deep roots in the Solana ecosystem, Nirvana is on a mission to redefine token markets and elevate the decentralised finance landscapeWith the relaunch of Nirvana V2, the team reaffirms its commitment to building secure, transparent, and equitable financial systems for all.

Thomas Ruble is a humanist and technologist. His career began with an advanced degree in computer science, leading him through diverse industries, from healthcare AI and banking to cloud infrastructure. Today, he focuses on decentralised finance, drawn by the promise of open, autonomous systems enabled by blockchain technology. Thomas is a co-founder of Nirvana Finance who are redefining token markets and elevating the decentralised finance landscape. Ronan recently caught up with Thomas to find out more about decentralised finance and the role Nirvana Finance is playing in this. Thomas talks about his background, what Nirvana Finance does, bitcoin, ethereum, the stages of temptation, blockchain and more. More about Nirvana Finance: Founded by a distributed team of DeFi veterans with deep roots in the Solana ecosystem, Nirvana is on a mission to redefine token markets and elevate the decentralised finance landscape. With the relaunch of Nirvana V2, the team reaffirms its commitment to building secure, transparent, and equitable financial systems for all. See more stories here.

Maria spoke with Kate Bondar and Sam Bendett about their work on the latest drone and artificial intelligence technologies being employed on the battlefield in Ukraine. Read Kate's latest report, "Ukraine's Future Vision and Current Capabilities for Waging AI-Enabled Autonomous Warfare" at CSIS.org.

This is a sermon from the Morgantown, WV, USA sanctuary of Restoration Church International. Joe & Rena Perozich pray that this message will be a blessing to you as you listen. Should you wish to learn more about the ministry, we invite you to visit www.restorationchurchintl.org

Max and Maria welcomed Rose Gottemoeller back to the show, to discuss the ongoing negotiations between the U.S., Russia, and Ukraine. As a former American diplomat who has sat across from the Russians to negotiate international treaties, she shared her insights about what she is watching as this process unfolds. This conversation was recorded on Tuesday, March 11, 2025.

Maria was joined by Tinatin Japaridze and Volodymyr Dubovyk to discuss how post-Soviet countries, particularly Ukraine and the states of the South Caucasus, are reckoning with the Trump administration's positions on the war in Ukraine. This conversation was recorded on Friday, March 7, 2025.

Trust is the foundation of strong relationships, but keeping promises isn't always easy. In this episode, Asher and Spencer dive into the importance of honesty, setting realistic expectations, and how trust shapes friendships, family, and personal growth. Spencer shares how being a husband and father has reinforced his commitment to integrity, while Asher reflects on the pressure of making the right decisions. They also explore the fine line between small white lies and meaningful promises—tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on trust and accountability.

Max and Maria sat down with Michael Kimmage and Dara Massicot for an event in the CSIS studio to discuss the three-year anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The conversation took stock of the current situation on the battlefield, the state of affairs within Russia and Ukraine right now, and the diplomatic prospects for the kind of negotiated settlement currently being advocated for by the Trump administration. This conversation was recorded on February 20, 2025. The full video recording of the event is available at CSIS.org

This is a sermon from the Morgantown, WV, USA sanctuary of Restoration Church International. Joe & Rena Perozich pray that this message will be a blessing to you as you listen. Should you wish to learn more about the ministry, we invite you to visit www.restorationchurchintl.org

Max and Maria were recently joined by Michael Kimmage and Jeffrey Mankoff for a live event in the CSIS broadcast studio to discuss the team's recent work outlining a new European strategy for containing Russia. This conversation was recorded on January 30, 2025. For a video recording of this event, please go to CSIS.org.

This is a sermon from the Morgantown, WV, USA sanctuary of Restoration Church International. Joe & Rena Perozich pray that this message will be a blessing to you as you listen. Should you wish to learn more about the ministry, we invite you to visit www.restorationchurchintl.org

On today's episode, Max and Maria give their initial takes on the news that U.S. and Russian negotiators met in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on February 18 to begin efforts to reach a diplomatic resolution to the war in Ukraine, notably without representatives from Ukraine or European nations present.

This is a sermon from the Monongahela, PA, USA sanctuary of Salvation House. Joe & Rena Perozich pray that this message will be a blessing to you as you listen. Should you wish to learn more about the ministry, we invite you to visit www.salvationhouse.net

Max and Maria spoke with historian Sergey Radchenko about his latest book, To Run the World: The Kremlin's Cold War Bid for Global Power, and how the study of Soviet foreign policy can help us understand Russia's current approach to global affairs. Sergey's book is available for purchase from Cambridge University Press.

This is a sermon from the Morgantown, WV, USA sanctuary of Restoration Church International. Joe & Rena Perozich pray that this message will be a blessing to you as you listen. Should you wish to learn more about the ministry, we invite you to visit www.restorationchurchintl.org

Maria spoke with Hanna Notte and Natasha Hall about the new balance of forces in the Middle East at the start of 2025, and what the current geopolitical situation in the region means for Russia.

Shonna Ruble, a top real estate professional, joins Lucas Sherraden on the Built How podcast to share her journey from starting in Virginia's real estate market to leading the number one team in Montana. Shonna discusses her transition from franchise ownership to an independent brokerage and offers insights into her leadership style, focusing on accountability and growth. Discover how her experiences in challenging markets shaped her success and her strategies for team building. Tune in for valuable lessons on overcoming setbacks and thriving in real estate. Connect with Shonna at https://www.shonnakeyteam.com/ ---------- Visit www.builthow.com to sign up for our next live or virtual event. Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network

Max and Maria were joined by Dr. Sam Greene to reflect on a quarter century of Putinism in Russia, how Vladimir Putin's rule has changed the country, and where his regime might be headed from here. Follow Sam's writing on Substack by subscribing to his blog, TL;DRussia.

Dmitri Alperovitch talks with Russian economy expert Chris Weafer about the state of the Russian economy in 2025. They talk about inflation and its impact on people and business, why the ruble is collapsing, which sanctions have been the most impactful, and the one thing that could potentially trigger a crash and give Ukraine leverage to negotiate an acceptable peace deal

Max and Maria were joined by Russian military expert Michael Kofman to discuss where the war in Ukraine may be headed in the year to come. With a new administration in Washington and political turmoil across Europe, Russia continuing to make grinding gains on the battlefield, and calls for some sort of negotiated settlement rising, the next six months could prove critical to the future direction of the conflict. This conversation was recorded live in the CSIS Brack Studio on December 12, 2024. The full video from this conversation is available on the CSIS website. This is the last episode of Russian Roulette for 2024. After a brief break for the holidays, we will return with new episodes in January 2025.

Max and Maria speak with Dara Massicot, one of the leading experts on the Russian military and the war in Ukraine. Dara gives updates on the efforts of both sides to make gains on the battlefield, along with the current risks of escalation as we head into 2025. This conversation was recorded on December 3, 2024.

This is a sermon from the Morgantown, WV, USA sanctuary of Restoration Church International. Joe & Rena Perozich pray that this message will be a blessing to you as you listen. Should you wish to learn more about the ministry, we invite you to visit www.restorationchurchintl.org

Russian President Vladimir Putin says there's no need to panic over the country's plummeting currency, despite the ruble weakening to its lowest level in over two years. Plus, Australia has passed a law banning social media for under-16s. Voters in Ireland are heading to the polls on Friday, but whoever ends up governing the country will be faced with a unique economic situation. Plus, political uncertainty in France has briefly driven its borrowing costs to the same level as Greece's for the first time.

How much will the ruble cost? Putin's friend attacking Nabiullina? Butter, meat, bread: what else will become more expensive in the near future? Who, besides the military-industrial complex, is the beneficiary of this war? When is the crisis? Economist and politician Vladimir MILOV answered these and other questions in the program "Inhale-Exhale" on @khodorkovskylive. Don't forget to subscribe to the channel!Time codes:00:00 Russians have stopped paying loans and mortgages03:15 The authorities deliberately lied to Russians07:08 About inflation11:56 About the war between the government and the Central Bank17:52 About butter23:02 What else will become more expensive25:04 Russian Railways is raising tariffs. Why now?29:48 How much does Russia lose on oil supplies to China34:28 About miners' protests and the crisis in coal mining38:09 Who is living well in Rus' now?42:09 Is it possible to keep money in deposit accounts now46:23 Siluanov says that the dollar is not needed. Why?51:36 Will there be an economic crisis?55:51 What Milov would like to see on the new Russian ruble banknoteYouTube channel of Vladimir Milov: @Vladimir_MilovSupport Vlad's work:Patreon: / milov Crypto: http://milov.org/donate.htm /Vladimir Milov on other social media:Telegram: https://t.me/team_milov Facebook: /milov.vladimir Twitter: / v_milov Instaghram: /milov_ruEnglish translation by PrivateerStationOriginal video in Russian: https://youtu.be/o2qgSAC7_BI--------------------------------------------------Privateer Station on Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/show/privateer-station-war-in-ukrainePS on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-1582435PS on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/privateerstationPS on iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/53-privateer-station-war-in-uk-101486106/PS on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5iEdf0Jyw1Y3kN04k8rPibPS on ApplePodcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/privateer-station-war-in-ukraine/id1648603352PS on Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc3ByZWFrZXIuY29tL3Nob3cvNTY0NzQzOS9lcGlzb2Rlcy9mZWVkPS on PadcastAddict: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4079993PS on PodChaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/privateer-station-war-in-ukrai-4860097PS on Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/us/show/4546617PS on Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/id5162050If you like what we do and would like to support our channel, consider becoming a member:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT3qCbfcPbnph7QS3CPBTMQ/joinBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/privateer-station-war-in-ukraine--5647439/support.

 Max and Maria speak with Michael Kimmage to take stock of the impact of the recent U.S. elections on the future of the war in Ukraine, and U.S. policy towards Russia. "An Outcome 'Up for Grabs': What Can Russia and Ukraine Expect from the Next U.S. Administration?" by Maria Snegovaya, Tina Dolbaia, and Nick Fenton (Center for Strategic and International Studies)

This week, we're talking to Chris and Tracy Ruble from the great Memphis band The Fast Mothers. We discuss their their father Tommy Ruble, how they've made their love of wrestling a part of the band, and The Fast Mothers origin story Join us for our NEW Sunday Replay Series! Each Sunday, we bring back your favorite interviews in the order in which they were originally published, allowing you to relive the best moments and stories from past episodes.   HOW TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST If you find it in your heart to donate to the cause and help fuel the podcast you can do so through our new Venmo and CashApp. Your support is greatly appreciated and will help shine a brighter spotlight on the great Memphis Music Community. Venmo - @‌therhythmsectionpod CashApp - $therhythmsectionpod Thanks for tuning in and supporting the Rhythm Section Podcast.  

Max and Maria spoke with Sorin Ioniță and Eto Buziashvili about the recent election results coming out of Moldova and Georgia. Both of these post-Soviet states find themselves at a geopolitical crossroads, with Russian malign influence campaigns directly impacting their domestic politics.

Max and Maria with Ben Cahill and Eddie Fishman about the current state of Russia's energy industry, and the prospects for the country's lucrative hydrocarbon exports. They also assessed the impacts of Western sanctions on the industry to date and ways those sanctions could potentially be tightened going forward. This conversation was recorded on October 7, 2024. Chokepoints: American Power in the Age of Economic Warfare by Edward Fishman is available for pre-order now (Penguin Random House).

This week, Maria sat down with Sergey Aleksashenko and Alexandra Prokopenko to discuss the Russian central bank's continued inability to reign in domestic inflation, and what it means for Russia's economy and war effort going forward.

In this episode of Growth Amplifiers, Kenny Harper interviews Carla Ruble, a certified Profit First professional and the chief profit strategist at CFO Accounting Services. They discuss the challenges small businesses face, especially regarding cashflow and profitability. Carla shares her journey from working with large corporations to focusing on small businesses, highlighting the importance of having solid accounting support. They discuss the significance of listening to clients, overcoming personal challenges, and the value of having a fresh perspective on financial matters. Carla also provides insights into her experience with construction businesses, attorneys, and the nuances of trust accounting. Tune in to learn actionable steps for improving your business's financial health and profitability. 00:00 Introduction to Profit Advisors 00:50 Meet Carla Ruble: Profit First Professional 01:27 Carla's Journey into Accounting 03:35 Challenges and Overcoming Them 04:35 Providing Value to Clients 09:17 Building Strong Client Relationships 10:24 Specializing in Niches 12:41 Identifying and Fixing Business Blind Spots 15:11 Recommended Resources for Financial Improvement 16:31 Encouragement and Final Thoughts 18:19 Where to Find More Information

On this week's episode, Max and Maria are joined by Andrea Kendall-Taylor to discuss Russian collaboration with China, Iran, and North Korea, and the key role that these partnerships are playing in sustaining Russia's invasion of Ukraine and post-2022 foreign policy strategy. "The Axis of Upheaval: How America's Adversaries Are Uniting to Overturn the Global Order," by Andrea Kendall-Taylor and Richard Fontaine (Foreign Affairs)

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In an industry that celebrates making rain, GCI, units and volume, it's really easy to lose sight of why we got into real estate in the first place. Most of us got into this for our families and for freedom to spend time with them. Unfortunately, somewhere along the way, we forget and find ourselves working too much, prioritizing the next meeting,  appointment and commission check.    It's only when we have a smack-in-the-face moment that we realize that we're running our businesses all wrong, and that we have to refocus on the original goal. A lot of what we hear from the stage doesn't share this truth, and what the road to refocusing on what matters looks like.    The great thing about this business is you can build it, find out you built it all wrong, burn it all down, start over and build it right. You can regain the vision and start doing it in alignment with what matters to you. It's certainly not an easy thing to do, but following through on it is worth it. It gives us a business that puts pressure on the things that really move the needle and nothing else. Shonna Ruble shares her own path through this process, from realizing it was built wrong to building it right in a new city and becoming the top team there.  Smacked in the face What led Shonna Ruble into real estate was making sure her children could get what they needed, after her son needed a $700 nebulizer she couldn't afford. Again, her children are the reason she ultimately decided to build a business and stop working all the time. Sometimes, we get so lost in rain making we forget what matters, but a slap in the face moment got Shonna to refocus.    Prioritizing what matters It's crazy how much real estate you can do when you're sitting in your car while your kid is at dance or swim class. Shonna learned how to work while her kids were doing something so that she could be there for them. Then after time with her family in the evening, she'd go back to the office. That level of focus is what allowed her business to grow.    Great people, not-so-great systems  We can have really amazing people on our teams, but if we don't have systems, everything falls apart if those people aren't there anymore. It's so important to take the time to document what has made you successful because that's what will keep you going through staff changes. From how we do client events to how we celebrate birthdays on the team, you need to have everything written down.    Focus on profit  Leading with profit is something we're not taught enough in our business. We get caught up in the numbers, awards, units, GCI and volume, not net worth statements, bank accounts and profitability and it gets us in trouble. Shonna learned how to make focus the priority and it gave her staying power while everyone's business tanked.    Put pressure on the things that matter most  A lot of team leaders think you get a new agent ready by teaching them the CRM. The truth is, we have to put pressure on things that move the needle. The onboarding doesn't end when they sign a contract, it ends when they get their first deal. We have to get them into production and get them to understand the importance of being prospecting-based. That's what gets them paid and gets them into a deal.  Even if we have the best recruiting system, it's impossible to predict who will be great in the long-run. Even the people who interview well can end up just being all talk and nothing more. No matter how detailed your process is, you can never really tell or predict who will be successful. That means we have to open the door for more people, let people prove who they are by their actions, and then also keep the back door open so that the wrong ones get out the door quicker. For more information, connect with Shonna on LinkedIn or find her on Facebook.  CTA   ​​Please leave us a review at https://ratethispodcast.com/nla

This week, Max and Maria were joined by military analysts Michael Kofman and Rob Lee to discuss the latest phase of the war in Ukraine. Max and Maria asked them for their thoughts on the ongoing Ukrainian offensive in Kursk, and whether or not this seizure of Russian territory by Kyiv exposes Russian threats of escalation as hollow. If they are hollow, does that mean Western "red lines" on certain kinds of aid to Ukraine should be reassessed? "Ukraine's Gamble: The Risks and Rewards of the Offensive Into Russia's Kursk Region" by Michael Kofman and Rob Lee (September 2, 2024 in Foreign Affairs)

Max and Maria sat down with Sam Bendett and Mick Ryan to discuss the Ukrainian military's recent seizure of territory in Kursk Oblast, inside Russia. They discussed how this attack took place, the risks and potential gains at stake for the Ukrainian side, and what this could all mean for the war going forward. Check out Mick's latest book, "The War for Ukraine: Strategy and Adaptation Under Fire." All royalties from the book will be donated to support the Ukrainian war effort.

This week, Maria sat down with investigative journalists Andrei Soldatov and Irina Borogan. Andrei and Irina gave their analysis of the recent high-profile Russia-West prisoner swap, and also discussed the threat of Russian hybrid attacks on Western countries. Additionally, they described the complex relationship between the Russian state and the Russian community in emigration, and outlined how the Kremlin views Russian émigrés as both a threat, and a potential source of intelligence opportunities.

The massive economic block known as BRICS is changing the world in ways that we couldn't have imagined! The global GDP-purchasing power parity of the new BRICS, what some are calling BRICS-Plus, is now larger than the G7. BRICS controls nearly 40% of the world's GDP, and the bloc now encompasses nearly 50% of the world's population. With the inclusion of 3 OPEC nations, Saudi Arabia, Iran, and the UAE, the BRICS bloc now controls 39% of global oil exports,  46% of proven reserves, and 48%t of all oil produced globally.  This is an economic and commodity dominance that was not even imaginable as short as a year ago! But something else is happening here. The real change that potentially affects every one of us, is the development of a new BRICS currency that's rumored to be backed by gold! -- Stay Connected to Dr. Steve moving forward on the new Turley Talks Platform at: https://fight.turleytalks.com Go to http://turleytalkslikesgold.com/ to get your free 2024 Gold & Silver Kit now. *The content presented by our partners may contain affiliate links. When you click and shop the links, Turley Talks may receive a small commission.*   Highlights: “The price of gold is expected to continue to climb, because when all is said and done, more and more nations are dropping the US dollar and instead turning to gold as a hedge to the declining dollar.” “Forbes is reporting that the 11 countries inside the bloc are indeed backing up their trade deals with the common commodity of gold. They're all using their own national currencies, the Ruble, the Yuan, the Indian rupee. In fact, it's now being reported that China's Yuan has surpassed the dollar in Eurasia.” Timestamps: [00:41] Gold as the new BRICS currency [04:24] BRICS member nations intent on dethroning the dollar as the world's reserve currency [06:14] The unravelling of the petrodollar  -- Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and/or leave a review. FOLLOW me on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/DrTurleyTalks Click here to partner with us and defy liberal culture! https://advertising.turleytalks.com/sponsorship Sign up for the 'New Conservative Age Rising' Email Alerts to get lots of articles on conservative trends: https://turleytalks.com/subscribe/.