
The world is accelerating. How do you separate the signal from the noise? Headlines tell you what happened; "This Week Explained" reveals why it matters and what happens next. This is the essential weekly briefing for leaders, policymakers, and professionals who need to see around the corner. Join Kervin and Tiana as they go beyond the surface-level news to dissect the strategic calculations, econ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 205 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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In this episode, we expose the "cold, hard machinery of compromise and coercion" driving global geopolitics this week. From the controversial "poison pill" peace framework designed to turn Ukraine into a fortress , to the rise of state-sponsored warl... more
Is the era of negotiation over? This week, Tiana and Intelligence Veteran Kervin unpack how the facade of international consensus is being replaced by the raw mechanics of force projection. From a controversial 28-point directive delivered to Kyiv to... more
The world is teetering on a series of high-stakes gambles. From a historic U.S. deal with a Syrian warlord to a massive military deployment aimed at Venezuela, we analyze a world caught in a volatile, precarious equilibrium.
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The world is being stretched to a breaking point. From the frontlines in Pokrovsk to the corridors of the Kremlin and the fragile peace in Gaza, a volatile friction between stability and raw power projection threatens to shatter the old order.
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Must listen if you want to learn more on the geopolitics front, and more importantly, how it affects us here in the U.S.
Great show. Level headed and as unbiased as possible.
Very informative, balanced and non-ideological. I love that they differentiate between their options and analysis
The info is pretty good, but doesn’t flow and makes it a tough listen. The female host’s comments aren’t helpful and digresses so much, it’s difficult to follow. Her editorial snarky comments combined with her laugh and voice modulation (audio engineering maybe?) makes it difficult to listen to and quite frankly, hard to take her seriously. It would be a more effective pod if it was just a monologue with guests occasionally. Also need to know more about their background (quick google and couldn’... more
Great geopolitical information, but too left-leaning in commentary. I was hoping this show would be more centrist.
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Analysing the critical geopolitical events of the week, in-depth discussions are presented on significant occurrences influencing global politics, business strategies, and societal shifts. Frequent topics include tense situations in Ukraine, conflicts involving Israel and Gaza, and the evolving dynamics between major global powers. The hosts aim to provide listeners with a clear understanding of complex issues, empowering them to grasp the underlying forces shaping contemporary affairs. Unique in its approach, the series combines expert commentary and thorough analysis, equipping an audience eager to stay informed and navigate an increasingly intricate geopolitical landscape.
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