Best Jacob Shapiro Podcasts (2025)

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Latinos for Trump (But Make It Complicated) 58:50

16h ago58:50

58:50

Conversando de Pol ítica - https://www.conversandodepolitica.com/ -- In this episode, Jacob sits down with Elohim Monard for a sharp, layered conversation about Hispanic support for Trump, the politics of deportation, and how authoritarianism creeps in under the banner of law and order. They talk about prisons as geopolitical tools, from El Salvado…

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543. “You’re Not Gaining Weight Because You’re Lazy” | Dr. Mehmet Oz 1:43:58

4d ago1:43:58

1:43:58

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson sits down for a candid discussion with Dr. Mehmet Oz, discussing the toxified food environment within the United States—pointing directly to its causes—and exploring not just possible, but immediate routes for change. These include better governmental oversight, but also the implementation of new technologies such as AI. Dr. …

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The Pahalgam Terrorist Attack 58:11

2d ago58:11

58:11

Jacob Shapiro is joined by Akshar Patel from The Emissary to unpack the rapidly escalating crisis between India and Pakistan after a deadly terrorist attack in Kashmir. They cover what happened, why this attack is different, and why India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty is such a big geopolitical shift. Akshar breaks down Pakistan’s interna…

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542. Charlie Kirk’s Personal Story 1:33:36

7d ago1:33:36

1:33:36

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson engages in conversation with Charlie Kirk—author, speaker, and founder and CEO of Turning Point USA. They delve into Kirk’s emergence as a leading voice in the Conservative movement, his choice to bypass traditional higher education, and the early indicators of ideological bias in academia. The discussion also addresses how t…

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Go Where The Fiscal Is 56:38

4d ago56:38

56:38

Chase Taylor of Pine Cone Macro is back to break down the mess that is U.S. trade policy and what it means for markets. We talk about whether Trump’s tariffs are pushing us toward recession, why China’s fiscal discipline might actually be a strength, and where smart investors should be looking outside the U.S. Chase walks through opportunities in G…

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The Economy Has COVID 51:32

8d ago51:32

51:32

In this wide-ranging episode, Jacob and Rob check in on markets, discuss the issue of Federal Reserve independence, and somehow end up talking about the future of the Catholic Church. We are large – we contain multitudes! -- Timestamps: (00:00) - Introooo (02:55) - Market Trends and Economic Indicators (04:15) - Freight Data and Economic Concerns (…

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541. Why We Stopped Progressing | Peter Thiel 1:16:50

11d ago1:16:50

1:16:50

Billionaire investor and PayPal co-founder Peter Thiel sits down with Jordan Peterson for a powerful conversation about why real progress has stalled. Thiel argues that the last truly groundbreaking achievement may have been landing on the moon—and since then, we've slowed down. He explains how fear, red tape, and over-specialization have made us m…

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540. Masculinity Saves the Weak | Tim Tebow 1:21:16

14d ago1:21:16

1:21:16

In this episode, Dr. Jordan B. Peterson sits down with athlete, philanthropist, and speaker Tim Tebow to discuss the connection between competitive drive, personal virtue, and Christian compassion. Tebow recounts the life-changing encounter that inspired his foundation — a moment in a remote Filipino village, where he met a disabled boy hidden away…

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Bonus Episode - The Filmography of Mean Gene Hackman 1:33:54

12d ago1:33:54

1:33:54

The Grim Reaper is quite active in 2025, so the boys decide to do the first of a few tribute episodes, this one in honor of the great character actor-cum-leading man, Mean Gene Hackman. Was he the greatest actor of his generation and why did he inspire so many of his colleagues (not to mention audience members)? The boys investigate one of the grea…

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539. The Best Argument Against Veganism | Joel Salatin 1:21:09

18d ago1:21:09

1:21:09

Regenerative farming pioneer Joel Salatin joins Dr. Jordan B. Peterson to challenge the myth that cows are bad for the planet. They explore how pasture-based farming restores ecosystems, the dangers of industrial agriculture, and why storytelling matters in the fight for the future of food. Joel Salatin, dubbed the "Lunatic Farmer," is a Christian …

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538. South Africa: What the West Needs to Learn | Dr. Ernst Roets 1:35:11

21d ago1:35:11

1:35:11

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson sits down with South African filmmaker, author, and activist Dr. Ernst Roets. They discuss the genetic and cultural hyper-diversity of Africa, the early settlement patterns of South Africa, the origin story of the Boers, how forgotten history breeds rhyming conflicts in the present, and the complex needle that must be threade…

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Separating Signal From Noise (with Rob!) 53:52

22d ago53:52

53:52

American Airlines can’t keep Jacob down – he makes time to connect with Rob Larity to do an episode on the market chaos of the week. -- Timestamps: (00:00) - Introduction and Travel Woes (01:09) - Ranting About American Airlines (02:21) - Catching Up with Rob (03:06) - Market Volatility and Tariffs (04:34) - Financial Crisis vs. Current Situation (…

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537. Reaction to Imminent Liberal Victory in Canada 1:21:38

25d ago1:21:38

1:21:38

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson analyzes Canada’s current and possibly next prime minister, Mark Carney. From his résumé to his book “Values,” Dr. Peterson explores the motivations, contradictions, and unsettling strengths of the man now calling for a snap election. Carney is seeking a mandate from the Canadian people—but is he the right man for the job? Th…

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260 Anthony Vennare, Building a Fitness Media & Technology Company the Right Way 35:04

22d ago35:04

35:04

I love meeting people who beat the odds. Anthony Vennare was supposed to be a “dumb jock”. He wasn’t supposed to open a gym and find profitability within 2 months. He wasn’t supposed to raise millions of dollars to get more people working out. He wasn’t supposed to sign deals with massive healthcare companies and turn the world of digital content w…

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Let Them Drink Bleach 49:43

26d ago49:43

49:43

Notice: This is the last episode that we'll be cross-posting on the JShap Show Channel! For details on this episode and further off the wall updates, follow Geopolitical Cousins wherever you get your podcasts!! Helpful Link - https://feeds.captivate.fm/geopolitical-cousins/ This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac …

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536. Ancient Stories That Bridge The Heavens & The Earth | Jacob Howland 1:35:23

28d ago1:35:23

1:35:23

Jordan Peterson sits down with author, professor, and Dean of Intellectual Foundations at the University of Austin, Jacob Howland. They discuss man’s finitude and his grasping for the infinite, how orientation can provide limitless abundance or a bottomless fall, where Socrates and the Talmud overlap, and why God offers Abraham adventure as the cov…

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Blessing by Blowtorch 1:02:08

27d ago1:02:08

1:02:08

Vance hosted Jacob on his podcast – so only fair that Jacob should return the favor! Vance and Jacob talk about early returns on Trump administration policies for U.S. and Canadian farmers. They discuss the virtues and pitfalls of Bitcoin, and close with some heartfelt thoughts on insights Vance has derived from interviewing hundreds of people abou…

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Riding on the Hog of a Fiscal Orgy 1:44:23

29d ago1:44:23

1:44:23

Jacob and Marko convene an emergency episode to discuss Liberation Day. Afterwards, they speak to fellow cousin Matt Gertken about President Trump’s comments that he might serve a third presidential term. -- Timestamps: (00:00) - Introduction and Episode Overview (01:46) - Discussion on Tariffs and Trade Deficit (02:58) - Reciprocal Tariffs and Eco…

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535. Is It Too Late for the UK? A Candid Talk with Winston Marshall 1:32:22

1M ago1:32:22

1:32:22

Jordan Peterson sits down with writer, musician, and podcaster Winston Marshall. They discuss the nature of identity on the community and national levels, the relationship between a nation and its citizens, how the UK has a rich culture that is worth preserving, and the unifying question that has still yet to be answered. Winston Marshall is a writ…

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Bonus Episode - The James Bond Franchise (Feat. James Emanuel Shapiro) 1:50:15

1M ago1:50:15

1:50:15

It's Handshake, Secret Handshake. The boys are back after a brief hiatus and they brought one of their best buds, James Emanuel Shapiro (formerly of XYZ Films, Drafthouse Films and NEON), with them to talk 007. Now that the franchise is in the hands of big tech villains, will the world's greatest spy ever truly be safe? Find out now.…

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🇺🇸 Liberation Day 🇺🇸 57:16

1M ago57:16

57:16

We are fighting for our right to live. To exist. To buy products for higher prices than we could have bought them. And should we win the day, the Second of April will no longer be known as an American holiday, but as the day the United States declared in one voice: "We will not go quietly into the night!" We will not vanish without a fight! We're g…

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534. How Some Muslim Countries Navigate Extremism | Mark Siljander 1:25:55

1M ago1:25:55

1:25:55

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson sits down with ex-Congressman, ambassador, and author Mark Siljander. They discuss the numerous times he brokered peace in Middle Eastern and African conflicts, the Neo-con worldview, Donald Trump, his role in the Abraham Accords, pushing back against Islamism, and how to build a bridge between true Islam and the west. Mark S…

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At the Frontline of the South China Sea and Democracy 53:54

1M ago53:54

53:54

Jacob welcomes Georgi Engelbrecht on to the podcast for the first time to discuss the importance of the Philippines, why it matters, its relationship with China, and the Duterte-Marcos rivalry that is reverberating throughout the democratic world. -- Timestamps: (00:00) - Introduction and Guest Introduction (02:22) - Life and Work in the Philippine…

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Geopolitical Cousins - Get Off Our Lawn 59:22

1M ago59:22

59:22

Want more details? GO CHECK OUT THE GEOPOLITICAL COUSINS POD HERE: https://geopolitical-cousins.captivate.fm/listen You can also such look up "Geopolitical Cousins" on your favorite podcast provider. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp…

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Beware the Profit Recession and India’s Stock Bubble 40:04

1M ago40:04

40:04

Jacob and Rob squeeze in a quick episode to reality-check some of the media narratives out there about an imminent recession, copper prices, and the U.S. dollar. From there, they cast their eyes toward emerging markets, looking at events in Brazil, Indonesia, India, and Turkey, and concluding that things still look good in a multipolar world…as lon…

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533. Dreams, Nightmares, and Neuroscience | Dr. Baland Jalal 1:40:50

1M ago1:40:50

1:40:50

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson sits down with researcher, neuroscientist, and author, Dr. Baland Jalal. They discuss human embodiment, the rubber hand experiments (which push embodiment beyond the physical), the deeper functionality of dreams, sleep paralysis, and a potential theory to explain alien abductions. Dr. Jalal is a neuroscientist and author at H…

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532. A Dialogue So Dangerous, It Just Might Bring You Wisdom | John Vervaeke and Jordan Hall 1:47:00

1M ago1:47:00

1:47:00

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson sits down with John Vervaeke and Jordan Hall. They discuss the vertical dimension, proper orientation within the hierarchy of values, the normative versus the ethical, and what makes something more “real” in a pragmatic and philosophical sense. John Vervaeke is an associate professor of psychology & cognitive science at the U…

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Will Trump Go to War with Iran? 1:57:51

1M ago1:57:51

1:57:51

Jacob and Marko run down the most important issues of the week: Will the U.S. go to war with Iran? Why did President Erdogan arrest his top rival? Is Indonesia helping or hurting itself by courting its military? And is Chinese consumption really happening? From there, they turn to the kind of geopolitical sports analysis that only they can offer, d…

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531. Irreversible Damage at Fourteen | Detransitioner Clementine Breen 1:35:35

2M ago1:35:35

1:35:35

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson sits down with Clementine Breen, a child who was moved through the transgender pipeline and has since de-transitioned. Together they walk through her story (from early sexual abuse to the daunting decision to undergo affirming surgery), the confusion and fallout thereafter, reorientation, and her lawsuit against the doctor wh…

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530. Failure or Success in the Time of Trump | Jim Balsillie 1:47:34

2M ago1:47:34

1:47:34

Jordan Peterson sits down with retired co-founder and co-CEO of Research in Motion, known predominantly for the BlackBerry. They discuss how Balsillie helped transition the world into the smartphone age, Canada’s faltering economic performance (well before Trump’s trade war), why America is taking these actions now, and the ideas of Mark Carney (Tr…

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Messing Around and Finding Out 1:09:04

2M ago1:09:04

1:09:04

NEW FEED: https://geopolitical-cousins.captivate.fm/listen You can also just look up "Geopolitical Cousins" and it'll come up. We're the only ones. This is it. Welcome to the goat rodeo! The inaugural episode of the Geopolitical Cousins podcast sees Marko and Jacob wax philosophical about net assessments, debate where the Trump administration think…

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529. How Trump Will Save the School System | Corey DeAngelis 1:23:14

2M ago1:23:14

1:23:14

Jordan Peterson sits down with bestselling author, commentator, and researcher, Dr. Corey DeAngelis. They shed light on where 50% of all state budgets are spent, the surprising stack of monopolies that strangleholds public education, the partisan lies surrounding school choice, and the truth every parent needs to know: school choice uplifts all stu…

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Pulling the Wrong Levers 1:06:30

2M ago1:06:30

1:06:30

Trump’s tariff policy is all over the place - Ton, off, then back on again. Markets don’t like uncertainty, and Jacob' sister is even texting him about stocks. China? Barely flinching. Europe? Actually getting its act together, with Germany and Poland leading the charge. Meanwhile, Turkey’s making moves, the Kurds are recalibrating, and Iran’s back…

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528. The Longevity of Happiness | Dr. Arthur Brooks 1:36:20

2M ago1:36:20

1:36:20

Jordan Peterson sits down with professor, author, and columnist Dr. Arthur Brooks. They discuss the physicality of happiness, how aim sets perception, the paradox of progress, the need for proper discernment, and how sustained maturity sets you up for the adventure of your life. This episode was filmed on January 7th, 2025. Dr. Arthur Brooks began …

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The Thing about Tariffs 46:24

2M ago46:24

46:24

Jacob Shapiro and Cornell Assistant Professor Wendong Zhang discuss tariffs from an objective perspective: Who will they impact? How much? How does that change based on different scenarios? If you are looking to be convinced of whether tariffs are good policy or not, seek another podcast; if what you desire is objective analysis about the potential…

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