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Kontrarian Korner

Ben Kelleran
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Conversations on Investments, Finance, Macroeconomics, and Current Events www.kontrariankorner.com www.kontrariankorner.com

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Yesterday I had Mike Ariza back on the podcast, and he brought supply chains expert C.J. Nord on to join us. Mike gave us an update on the oil situation in California as far as imports, refining capacity, and what could and should be done at this poi... more

Yesterday I had Dale Comstock back on the podcast. We talked about what has happened in the Middle East since the last time he was on, the bottlenecks that the US is looking to control, the lack of trust in government, and several other topics. We we... more

Yesterday I had Maxim Benjamin Smith back on the podcast to give us an update on The Preparation and what he has been up to for the last couple quarters. We talked about his time in Thailand, Japan, what it’s like returning to the US, and a younger g... more

Yesterday I had Colonel Towner-Watkins on for part 12 of the CIA Files. This week we covered Indonesia, the CIA’s efforts to push out President Sukarno, and how it ties together with the Ertsberg and Grasberg mines in Indonesia. If you’re interested ... more

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Purple Drink
Returning guest, active market commentator and trader
Episode: Kontrarian Korner #132 - Purple Drink Capital
Vincent Daniel
First-time guest, investing professional
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Episode: Kontrarian Korner #129 - Porter Collins & Vincent Daniel
Porter Collins
First-time guest, investing professional
Kontrarian Korner
Episode: Kontrarian Korner #129 - Porter Collins & Vincent Daniel
Cameron Macgregor
Filmmaker and commentator discussing masculinity, culture, and geopolitics
Neo-masculinity / Men in the City
Episode: Kontrarian Korner #128 - Cameron Macgregor
Colonel Towner
Guest with military background (Colonel)
U.S. military (as described in show)
Episode: The CIA Files - Part 8
Mike Farris
Return guest discussing Middle East peace deal and current events
Episode: Kontrarian Korner #122 - Mike Farris
Scott Osheroff
Episode: Kontrarian Korner #120 - Scott Osheroff
David B. Collum
Investment professor and frequent podcast guest
Episode: Kontrarian Korner #119 - Dave Collum & John Polomny
Aaron Clarey
Author and founder of Asshole Consulting; economist and public commentator
Asshole Consulting
Episode: Kontrarian Korner #116 - Aaron Clarey

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Ben Kellerman
Host of Kontrarian Korner; long-running host with focus on macroeconomics, energy, and infrastructure.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Superb

    So enlighting and thought provoking

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DukaJ1
    United Statesa year ago
  • Killer content by the Kontrarian Korner Kid

    This man knows how to podcast. Always on point, he knows how to dig in deep to the good stuff. Hurry up and listen now before it’s too late!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    narrow_urethra_survivor
    United Statesa year ago
  • Nice podcast and interesting guest

    Great mix of guest with interesting takes! Keep up the great job!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Flyer6089
    United States2 years ago
  • Love the podcast so far. #6 with Dave Collum was great.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Bobo
    2 years ago

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Episodes mix economics, energy, and geopolitics with provocative takes.
The host digs into roots of macro and policy issues with conviction.
Guests consistently bring expert perspectives and sharp analysis.
Varied guests keep the conversation fresh and challenging.

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Kontrarian Korner #133 - Maxim Smith
Q: What's the best place to find information about The Preparation or contact Maxim?
The Preparation website and substack pages, including forum.thepreparation.com and maximsmith.com, are the primary contact points.
Kontrarian Korner #133 - Maxim Smith
Q: What's the breakdown of where people doing The Preparation come from?
Most come from the US, with a growing presence in Europe, New Zealand, and Australia, indicating international interest though the core base remains North American.
Kontrarian Korner #126 - Ron Dodson
Q: What is the realistic US policy approach to Taiwan and China given current military and technological dynamics?
The guest argues the US cannot defend Taiwan at the current standoff range, advocates for a negotiated, peaceful roadmap and emphasizes near-term limits in power projection, while acknowledging hard limitations in denial of access.
Kontrarian Korner #126 - Ron Dodson
Q: How do oil markets respond to geopolitical signals around the Middle East and conflicts?
Oil prices are sensitive to geopolitical signaling; the guest notes that expectations of avoiding large-scale conflict can keep prices around 70 but could drop to mid-40s if a real agreement reduces tensions.
Kontrarian Korner #126 - Ron Dodson
Q: What is your view on the birthright citizenship decision and its broader implications?
The guest argues that birthright citizenship reflects a cosmopolitan economic zone mindset and critiques the idea of citizenship as a universal entitlement, suggesting a need for stricter, generation-based eligibility rather than automatic citizenship.

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2. Vincent Daniel
3. Porter Collins
4. Cameron Macgregor
5. Colonel Towner
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