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The World's Most Dangerous Places Podcast

Robert Young Pelton
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Colombia
United States
Cocaine
Travel Safety
Robert Young Pelton
AUC
FARC
Drug Trade
Writing Process
Dangerous Places
Situational Awareness
Plan Colombia
The World's Most Dangerous Places
Conflict Zones
Afghanistan
Psychological Operations
Survival Skills
Iran-Contra Affair
CIA

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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The St. John’s Cathedral Boys’ School was founded in Winnipeg, Manitoba, in the late 1950s as an experiment in turning boys into men through relentless hardship, wilderness training, and strict religious discipline. For four decades, ... more

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In this interview, Reza sits down with journalist, author, and filmmaker Robert Young Pelton for an unfiltered conversation about writing, conflict, survival, and truth. Pelton shares what it means to write from war zones, how publish... more

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In this episode of The World’s Most Dangerous Places, host Robert Young Pelton sits down with Artie McConnell — a man who’s lived on both sides of danger. After a decade as a Manhattan prosecutor, McConnell moved into global investiga... more

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From Propaganda to Psychographics

Pelton traces the arc from Sigmund Freud’s nephew Edward Bernays—who pioneered “engineering consent”—to Cambridge Analytica, where psychological profiling became the core of modern political warfare.... more

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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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Psychographics to Active Measures: The Hidden War for Your Mind
Q: Are we living in a form of mass cognitive warfare?
Yes, we're subject to constant bombardment of fear-driven messages from various media, creating a distorted perception of society.
Psychographics to Active Measures: The Hidden War for Your Mind
Q: What are active measures?
Active measures were perfected by the Soviets in the 50s, involving confusing, incorrect stories that people would seize on, causing distrust.
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.

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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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