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Geopolitics Decanted with Dmitri Alperovitch

Silverado Policy Accelerator
China
Russia
Taiwan
United States
North Korea
FPV Drones
Ukraine
Artificial Intelligence
Nuclear Weapons
Cold War
International Relations
Russian Economy
Iran
Russian Invasion Of Ukraine
Military Strategy
National Security
Ukrainian Resistance
Drone Technology
U.S. Government
Korean War

In-depth conversations on the conflicts and rivalries shaping our world, explored in the detail the subject deserves. Dmitri Alperovitch speaks with the military commanders, intelligence officials, diplomats, historians, and strategists who shape events and study them closely — on the war in Ukraine, strategic competition with China and the future of Taiwan, nuclear deterrence, sanctions and semic... more

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Franz-Stefan Gady just played the Russian Chief of General Staff in a German war game — and won. He joins Dmitri Alperovitch to explain how he manufactured a NATO crisis in the summer of 2026, why the U.S. is built for the wrong war over Taiwan, and ... more

Three weeks into the US-Israel war with Iran, the Strait of Hormuz remains closed — and reopening it may be far harder and slower than many may realize. Dmitri Alperovitch talks to RADM Mark Montgomery (Ret.), who has transited the strait 25+ times a... more

Dmitri Alperovitch and Silverado trade experts Sarah Stewart and John Corrigan examine the implications of the upcoming Supreme Court ruling on Trump's reciprocal and fentanyl tariffs. They explore the stakes of this constitutional challenge, includi... more

Dmitri Alperovitch talks with Sarah Stewart, CEO at Silverado and former senior US trade negotiator, about the Trump-Xi meeting in South Korea. They discuss the details of the agreement reached and why it is a temporary trade truce at best.

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Recent Guests

Franz Stefan Gady
Associate Fellow for Cyber Power and Future Conflict at the International Institute for Strategic Studies; adjunct senior fellow for defense at the Center for a New American Security
International Institute for Strategic Studies; Center for a New American Security
Episode: How Russia Could Beat NATO, War of Attrition over Taiwan, and How Ukraine Turned the Tide
Mark Montgomery
Retired Rear Admiral, US Navy; former Director of Operations at Pacific Command; Commander of Carrier Strike Group 5 on USS George Washington
Former US Navy leadership
Episode: How to Reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Sarah Stewart
CEO here at Silverado and former trade negotiator
Silverado Policy Accelerator
Episode: Why The China Trade Truce Is Unlikely to Last
Justin Bronk
Senior Research Fellow on Air Power and Technology
Roosie Think Tank
Episode: Why Drones Can’t Replace Traditional Firepower
Vipin Narang
Professor of Nuclear Security and Political Science and Director of the Center for Nuclear Security Policy at MIT
MIT
Episode: Why America's Nuclear Deterrence Strategy Needs to Change
Amos Yadlin
Retired general and former head of Israeli military intelligence, decorated veteran of the Israeli Air Force
Israeli Air Force
Episode: The Israel-Iran War: Possibilities and the Dangers of Overreach
Andrei Lankov
Preeminent expert on North Korea, professor at Cookman University
NK News
Episode: Why North Korea Is Planning a Second Korean War and How to Stop It
Chris Weafer
CEO of Macro Advisory, Eurasia-based business consultancy
Macro Advisory
Episode: The One Factor That Could Crash the Russian Economy
Andrey Liscovich
Founder of Ukraine Defense Fund, a PHI1C3 charity providing non-lethal technologies to Ukrainian forces
Ukraine Defense Fund
Episode: Inside the Drone War Arms Race in Ukraine

Host

Dmitri Alperovitch
Host of Geopolitics Decanted, Silverado Policy Accelerator

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 538 ratings
  • Fantastic!

    I really love this program because it almost always offers fresh and unique perspectives that people rarely get from reading or viewing traditional news sources. I wish they published more frequently, however when they do post, I find the content high quality!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pawblo1
    United States9 months ago
  • Pitiful analysis

    Just presenting the propaganda of one side isn’t analysis.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    >>l
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Insightful and well delivered

    I do like this podcast. Thoughtful points of view and analysis on the key things going on in the world. Just wish episodes had been a bit more frequent of late.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cosmic tony 17
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Stop interrupting your guests please

    I really enjoy this podcast but the host interjects way too often when his guest is talking and it seems like he just wants to show off his knowledge and it gets annoying. Other than that, it covers great topics

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Emily135792468
    United States2 years ago
  • Great intro music

    Using Blade Runner opening theme as intro music is outstanding. Didn’t even listen to the episode but 5 stars for that. Use Rachels Song for the next intro.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vonrosen2000
    United States3 years ago

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Fans value accessible yet thorough explanations of complex geopolitical dynamics.
Some critiques mention the host's interjections; audiences remain engaged by the substantive discussions.
Many appreciate the expert guests and thoughtful questions that peel back surface-level coverage.
Listeners praise the show's rigorous, nuanced analysis and guest quality, noting depth beyond traditional news.

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How to Reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Q: If opening the Strait is delayed, what is the timeline and sequence for achieving a convoy-ready environment?
The guest explains a staged timeline: first, continued offensive strikes and mine disruption over several weeks, followed by establishing convoy routes with layered air and sea defenses, then gradually expanding throughput as risk is reduced, all while monitoring for changes in Iranian behavior and regional stability.
What Happens if the Supreme Court Kills Trump’s Tariffs?
Q: Do you expect a decision faster given the huge ramifications here?
It could happen much more quickly given the financial implications involved.
Keeping Russian Economy Afloat: Kremlin's Economic High Wire Act
Q: Nine months later, do you feel like the headwinds are at about the same wind speed or are they growing? How would you assess it?
No, they're growing. The headwinds are definitely growing with less room to absorb additional pressures.
Why Drones Can’t Replace Traditional Firepower
Q: Are you saying all of those things we should reduce our reliance on or specifically just the FPV personnel-launched drones?
Justin states that NATO forces shouldn't reduce investment in all uncrewed systems, but argues against prioritizing UAVs as the core form of lethality to counter Russian forces.
Why Drones Can’t Replace Traditional Firepower
Q: Are you arguing specifically against reliance on these personnel-launched FPV drones or all sorts of drones?
Justin argues against relying on large-scale development and manufacture of small UAVs, specifically FPV types, as the primary means of increasing lethality against Russian forces. He states that while UAVs should be invested in, they should not replace traditional firepower.

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What is Geopolitics Decanted about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Deep-dive geopolitical analysis with a focus on current conflicts, strategic competition, and the evolving nature of warfare. Episodes frequently feature retired military officers, policy experts, and defense researchers to unpack Ukraine, Russia, China, sanctions, and tech-driven geopolitical tools. The show is known for thorough, evidence-based discussions, often looping in multi-angled perspectives on risk, deterrence, and long-term implications. A standout is its emphasis on “why things happen” and what's likely to follow, offering listeners practical takeaways for strategists, policymakers, and executives evaluating global risk. Notable strengths include rigorous guest selections, detailed tactical-to-strategic links, and a cadence tha... more

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