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Kontrarian Korner

Ben Kelleran
Gold
Oil
Natural Gas
Sable
Investing
Financial Markets
Geopolitics
Commodities
China
Inflation
OPEC
Silver
Sable Offshore
Precious Metals
United States
Coal
Energy Sector
Oil Prices
Federal Reserve
Iran

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

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Yesterday I had Brandon Weichert on the podcast for the first time to discuss everything going on in the world. We started with Trump’s recent visit to China and the implications for the Middle East, summer supply chain disruptions, and the various p... more

Yesterday I had Mike Ariza back on the podcast, and we were joined by California Assemblyman Stan Ellis. We got an update on California’s coming oil crisis, and the problems that are fast approaching with no imports on the way. It might provide Trump... more

Yesterday I had Colonel Towner-Watkins back on the podcast for part 3 of our series on the OSS and the CIA. We talked in detail about Operation Paperclip, which is one of the most interesting operations in the post World War II period. She covered a ... more

Yesterday I had Dylan Marrello (Raging Bull Investments) back on the podcast. We talked about a bunch of different things, and listeners will either come away with food for thought on the path of the US and markets or some new investment ideas to dig... more

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Dylan Marrello
Investor, Marrello Capital
Marrello Capital
Episode: Kontrarian Korner #109 - Dylan Marrello
Colonel Towner-Watkins
Colonel and guest discussing OSS/CIA activities in Asia and China
Military/Intelligence
Episode: The OSS/CIA Files - Part 2
Joaquin Flores
Geopolitical analyst and consultant on color revolutions
Geopolitical analysis and consultancy
Episode: Kontrarian Korner #106 - Joaquin Flores
Colonel Towner Watkins
A guest with military background discussing post-World War II covert operations
Military
Episode: The OSS/CIA Files - Part 1
Pete Quiñones
Return guest known for provocative political commentary
Pete Quiñones Show
Episode: Kontrarian Korner #104 - Pete Quiñones
Blaine Holt
Retired Brig. General, former NATO deputy US representative, military logistics expert
Former U.S. Air Force; NATO; various defense and logistics roles
Episode: Kontrarian Korner #103 - Brig. General Blaine Holt
Dave Masten
Founder of Masten Space Systems, spaceflight veteran
Masten Space Systems
Episode: Kontrarian Korner #102 - Dave Masten
George Baxter
Founder/Manager of Sabrepoint Capital
Sabrepoint Capital
Episode: Turning Point Brands
Mike Ariza
Industry expert with extensive California refinery experience
Episode: Kontrarian Korner #101 - Mike Ariza

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Ben Kellerman
Host of Kontrarian Korner; leads long-form discussions on investments, macro trends, and geopolitical factors shaping markets.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Superb

    So enlighting and thought provoking

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DukaJ1
    United States10 months 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 Statesa year ago
  • Love the podcast so far. #6 with Dave Collum was great.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Bobo
    2 years ago

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Practical investment insights with engaging perspectives.
Thoughtful, deep dive into power dynamics and markets.
Strong guest mix; digs into the good stuff.

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Kontrarian Korner #107 - Vince Lanci
Q: What are your thoughts on the euro/dollar dynamic and Europe's future amid these upheavals?
Europe appears fiscally strained and geopolitically unstable, with the US-China dynamic placing pressure on traditional alliance structures; long-term, Europe may need to rebuild military and economic autonomy, potentially leading to a more fragmented European order.
Kontrarian Korner #107 - Vince Lanci
Q: How do you see oil reacting given geopolitical shifts like UAE/OPEC moves and regional tensions?
Oil may face a complex rebalancing; while OPEC dynamics can cap prices in the short term, broader geopolitical restructurings and new supply routes, especially through the Strait of Hormuz and potentially yuan-denominated trade, could support higher long-run oil prices.
Kontrarian Korner #107 - Vince Lanci
Q: But Vince, thanks for coming on. What are your thoughts on silver and copper as we look into the rest of 2026?
Silver is leading copper currently due to delayed copper supply and AI-driven demand narratives; silver may outperform gold in the near term, with copper driving the broader metal complex, while inflation risks and supply disruptions could propel higher prices for silver miners.
Kontrarian Korner #106 - Joaquin Flores
Q: What are your thoughts on how the Middle East situation will affect global supply chains?
The landscape will push toward diversified routes and a greater emphasis on land-based trade in addition to maritime, with potential rail corridors reducing vulnerability of long sea lanes and reshaping investment strategies.
The OSS/CIA Files - Part 2
Q: What happened to CIA pilots and agents captured during these missions?
Several CIA pilots and agents were captured or killed in China; in one case, two agents were POWs for about 20 years, and Nixon later acknowledged CIA involvement as part of recognizing mainland China.

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What is Kontrarian Korner about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A financially focused show that centers on investments, macroeconomics, commodities, and current events, with recurring deep dives into markets, geopolitical risk, and policy impacts on asset prices. Episodes frequently feature expert guests from mining, metals, and macro research, exploring trading strategies, supply chains, and the interplay between politics and markets. Noteworthy is the mix of long-form interviews, practical investment insights, and provocative takes on power dynamics and policy that can inform both individual investors and institutional audiences. The host tends to steer conversations toward actionable ideas, risk management, and the evolving macro backdrop shaping asset classes like precious metals, energy, and base m... more

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2. Colonel Towner-Watkins
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4. Colonel Towner Watkins
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7. Dave Masten
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