Decoding Geopolitics Podcast with Dominik Presl

Decoding Geopolitics

Ukraine

Russia

NATO

United States

Resistance Movement

Myanmar

China

Terrorism

Civil War

Military Junta

Finnish Defense Forces

Pro-Democracy Movement

International Relations

Taiwan

Islamic State

Aung San Suu Kyi

Ethnic Armed Organizations

Iran

US Elections

Central Asia

Decoding Geopolitics is a podcast that tries to make sense of today's dangerous world by talking with real experts on international relations, strategy and security.

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Publishes	Twice weekly	Episodes	95	Founded	a year ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	PoliticsNews

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#84 Estonia’s Ex-Air Force Chief Jaak Tarien: This Is How You Really Deal With Russian Violations

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24 Sep 2025 • 34 min

#83 Francis Farrell: The New Ukrainian Fighting Strategy That Could Decide War

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19 Sep 2025 • 36 min

#82 Patrick McGee: How China Is Using American Companies to Trap the West

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13 Sep 2025 • 39 min

#81 Nick Hare: World's Top Forecaster Predicts How Will the Ukraine War End and If China Will Invade Taiwan

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6 Sep 2025 • 48 min

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Recent Guests

Jaak Tarien

Former brigadier general in the Estonian Armed Forces and current executive in a drone technology startup

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Episode: #84 Estonia’s Ex-Air Force Chief Jaak Tarien: This Is How You Really Deal With Russian Violations

Francis Farrell

Reporter for Kyiv Independent with frontline experience in Ukraine

Kyiv Independent

Episode: #83 Francis Farrell: The New Ukrainian Fighting Strategy That Could Decide War

Patrick McGee

Author of 'Apple in China'

Episode: #82 Patrick McGee: How China Is Using American Companies to Trap the West

Sergey Radchenko

One of the most insightful historians of the Cold War and Russian history.

Episode: #80 Sergey Radchenko: What Really Drives Russia’s Foreign Policy – From the USSR to Putin

Robert D. Kaplan

A legendary journalist, academic, and influential thinker on US foreign policy and geopolitics

Episode: #79 Robert D. Kaplan: The Fall of the American Empire and The Coming Era of Chaos

Anne Applebaum

Historian focusing on Russia and Eastern Europe; respected thinker on geopolitics

Episode: #77 Anne Applebaum: What Putin Really Wants & How Ukraine War Will End

Jakub Jajcay

NATO soldier who fought in Ukraine and has analytical insights on the war

Episode: #76 Jakub Jajcay: NATO Soldier Who Fought in Ukraine on Why This War Isn’t What You Think

John Dotson

Director of the Global Taiwan Initiative and former US Navy officer

Global Taiwan Initiative

Episode: #75 John Dotson: Why Taiwan Is Preparing for the Wrong Kind of War

Szabolcs Panyi

Hungarian investigative journalist

Episode: #73 Szabolcs Panyi: Why Viktor Orban's Era Is Coming To An End

Host

Dominik Presl

Host and creator of a podcast focusing on international relations and strategy, making sense of today's complex geopolitical landscape by engaging with experts in the field.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 112 ratings

Please put full show on Apple Podcasts for a charge
Love it but want to pay to listen to full eps on apple podcasts
Apple Podcasts
5
NattyDread
United Statesa month ago
Informative and balanced
Competent guests, balanced questions. I followed this for a few years and learn a lot about geopolitics.
Apple Podcasts
5
mmichele
Switzerland2 months ago
No Mystery
The reason for the few ratings and reviews is not a surprise
Apple Podcasts
2
Bandboxxer
United States3 months ago

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Apple Podcasts	#182	United Kingdom/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts	#214	Italy/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts	#236	Australia/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts	#245	France/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts	#64	Norway/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts	#122	Denmark/News/Politics

Talking Points

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#82 Patrick McGee: How China Is Using American Companies to Trap the West

Q: Was it predictable that the tables would turn, with China gaining leverage over Apple and other companies?

Experts had varied opinions, but the general perspective among many industry professionals at the time was that Apple held all the leverage due to their market power and technology.

#82 Patrick McGee: How China Is Using American Companies to Trap the West

Q: What kind of strategy did Apple decide to go for as they faced this political pressure?

Apple opted to deepen their investment and engagement in China, establishing R&D centers and committing substantial resources to demonstrate their value to the Chinese economy.

#82 Patrick McGee: How China Is Using American Companies to Trap the West

Q: Can you maybe explain what Apple at the time meant for China, or what companies like Apple coming to China meant for the country and for the development of the economy?

Apple's arrival allowed China to access advanced technology and manufacturing processes, promoting local economic growth and expertise in high-value industries.

#81 Nick Hare: World's Top Forecaster Predicts How Will the Ukraine War End and If China Will Invade Taiwan

Q: Why is it important to consider historical data when forecasting?

Historical data allows forecasters to establish benchmark probabilities for various scenarios, improving the accuracy of their predictions compared to random guessing.

#81 Nick Hare: World's Top Forecaster Predicts How Will the Ukraine War End and If China Will Invade Taiwan

Q: How does one become a successful forecaster?

It's primarily about having the right mindset and technique rather than solely expertise. Good forecasters are actively open-minded and treat their beliefs as hypotheses that need testing.

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Focusing on the complex and often dangerous landscape of international relations, this podcast features conversations with experts across various fields, including geopolitical strategists, historians, and military analysts. Listeners can expect insightful discussions on pressing issues like the Ukraine conflict, China's influence, and the strategic dynamics of power among nations. The episodes are characterized by a deep exploration of the historical context and contemporary relevance of geopolitical events, making it unique in its emphasis on expert analysis over political commentary.

What sets this content apart is its commitment to unveiling the intricacies of geopolitics, addressing not only the facts at hand but also the motivations ... more

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2. Francis Farrell
3. Patrick McGee
4. Sergey Radchenko
5. Robert D. Kaplan
6. Anne Applebaum
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