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The World's Most Dangerous Places Podcast

Robert Young Pelton
Colombia
United States
Cocaine
Travel Safety
Journalism
FARC
AUC
Drug Trade
Dangerous Places
Situational Awareness
Robert Young Pelton
Plan Colombia
Survival Skills
CIA
Iran-Contra Affair
Taliban
Afghanistan
Cultural Engagement
Risk Management
Storytelling

The World's Most Dangerous Places podcast explores what really drives people to step into the world’s most volatile places — and what they learn there. Hosted by survival instructor and journalist Reza Allahbakshi, the show goes beyond adrenaline and adventure to uncover the psychology, philosophy, and lived experience of those who confront danger head-on.

In its premiere season, Reza sits down w... more

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Pelton traces propaganda’s modern roots to Sigmund Freud’s nephew, Edward Bernays, who turned psychoanalysis into a tool for mass persuasion. His early rise in advertising—and decision to leave it behind—fueled his quest to understand... more

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Once again, with political assassination back in the news, Colombia is overwhelmed with violence. Pelton knows the country well and thought it timely to revisit one of his films made 25 years ago. Not much has changed.

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A powerful and timely conversation between Robert Young Pelton, one of America’s leading conflict experts, and interviewer Reza Allahbakshi.

They dive into the anatomy of coups, insurgencies, and the fragile state of democracy in Ame... more

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Robert Young Pelton and Rory Nugent are kindred spirits. Nugent first made his name by crossing the Atlantic solo four and a half times—the “half” voyage inspiring the new book he’s now writing.

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Robert Young Pelton
An adventure journalist and author known for his work in dangerous locations around the world.
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Enrique Prado
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Reza Allahbakshi
Host of the podcast with a focus on survival instruction and journalism, engaging in conversations about risk and adventure.

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Running 'n Gunning in the World's Most Dangerous Places series. Behind the Crazy of Inside Colombia
Q: So you went down to Colombia and what was happening at the time?
Colombia was experiencing extreme violence due to the FARC's activities and the drug trade while also trying to establish a DMZ for peace negotiations.
The Science of Coups: Where Is America’s Tipping Point?
Q: What do you think is the most misunderstood aspect of how a government is overthrown?
The chaos and confusion that leads to an event being politicized without understanding its real causes.
The Science of Coups: Where Is America’s Tipping Point?
Q: How do the powers prepare the ground for a coup?
They're constantly cultivating marginalized groups or individuals who feel oppressed, ready for recruitment.
Rory Nugent: Lessons From A life of Pushing the Limits
Q: What did you want to focus on when you wrote the article about Sudan?
Despair. I mean, that is what I found. It was a vacuum for hope. Nobody saw the future, everything was day to day, minute by minute.
Rory Nugent: Lessons From A life of Pushing the Limits
Q: When did you first start acting on your sort of adventurous feelings?
I guess that I would have to go back to 1975, when I was building boats at the time, and had an opportunity with a couple of friends, five friends, to build a boat with them, and then sail it in a single-handed transatlantic race.

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Focusing on the motivations and insights of individuals traversing some of the world's most dangerous locales, this podcast offers a unique blend of adventure, psychology, and storytelling. Through in-depth discussions, it highlights the experiences and lessons learned by adventurers, journalists, and survival experts. Frequent themes include risk management, the complexities of navigating conflict zones, and the often-overlooked aspects of life and safety while traveling in volatile environments. Not only does the show provide practical advice for engaging with risky places, but it also challenges prevalent media narratives by emphasizing a deeper understanding of fear and survival, making it both informative and inspiring for those drawn ... more

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