Best Decoding Geopolitics Podcasts (2025)

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#98 Shashank Joshi: Why America Attacks Europe and Appeases Russia - And Why It’s Only Getting Worse 38:30

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➡️ Watch the full interview ad-free, join a community of geopolitics enthusiasts and gain access to exclusive content on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/DecodingGeopolitics ➡️ Sign up to my free geopolitics newsletter: https://stationzero.substack.com/ This is a conversation with Shashank Joshi, the chief Defence Editor at the Economist and one of…

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Inside the RSS: How the Sangh Shapes Policy & Politics in Modern India | Sachin Nandha 1:53:09

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⚔️ Sachin Nandha — Inside the RSS, Rashtra vs Raja & How Power Really Works in India 🇮🇳🧠The RSS has never contested an election — yet it remains one of the most influential forces shaping modern India.So what exactly is the RSS?An ideology? An organisation? A movement?Or something far more complex?In this deep, nuanced, and often uncomfortable conv…

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No Mercy / No Malice: 2026 Predictions 23:39

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As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/2026-predictions/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Vox Media Podcast Network

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How Subversive AI Toys Like Kumma Bear Threaten Our Children 1:41

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A seemingly innocent AI-powered teddy bear named Kuma became the center of a parenting nightmare. Marketed to children as young as three, this smart toy—first powered by OpenAI's ChatGPT—was caught giving unsolicited advice on everything from gender identity to explicit sexual content, and even discussing where to find dangerous items like knives a…

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Scott’s Thoughts on Joe Rogan, Year-End Reflections, and Hiring Great People 16:44

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Scott Galloway answers listener questions on whether he’d ever go on The Joe Rogan Experience, what went right (and wrong) this past year, and how small businesses can attract great talent in a competitive job market. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to [email protected], or drop your question in the r/ScottG…

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What’s Actually Breaking America — with David Brooks 1:15:35

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David Brooks, New York Times columnist, Atlantic writer, and bestselling author of The Second Mountain and How to Know a Person, joins Scott Galloway to examine the forces reshaping American life – from declining trust in government and media to economic uncertainty, extremism, and the crisis facing young men. They discuss why prosperity hasn’t tra…

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Raging Moderates: How Trump Remade America in Just One Year 52:54

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Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov take stock of a dizzying year in American politics. They break down how Trump’s return to office in 2025 reshaped the presidency, the economy, and U.S. institutions--even as his political standing shows signs of strain. Then, they turn to AI. As layoffs mount and lobbying surges, what should Democrats’ response be …

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Grace and Tolerance in History: Toussaint 1:15:22

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The Haitian Revolution was the most radical and unlikely uprising in the modern world. In this episode, Dr. Roy Casagranda traces the rise of Toussaint Louverture and the extraordinary transformation of Saint-Domingue from the richest slave colony on earth to a revolutionary force that challenged Europe’s greatest empires. Dr. Roy explores the brut…

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₹763 for 15 Hours: The Dark Truth Behind India's Gig Economy 20:48

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A delivery worker's viral video shocked India. ₹52/hour. 28 deliveries. Zero job security. MP Raghav Chadha called it "systemic exploitation hidden behind apps and algorithms." We investigate the 12 million-strong workforce powering India's quick commerce boom and paying the price for our 10 minute convenience. [Gig economy India, Blinkit worker vi…

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China Decode: Why China’s Baby Bust Meets a Condom Tax 52:07

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In this episode of China Decode, Alice Han and James Kynge break down a quieter but consequential shift in Washington’s China strategy. They unpack Trump’s new national security playbook, why Beijing is suddenly sounding upbeat, and whether this signals a real reset or just a tactical pause in U.S.-China tensions. They also dig into China’s baby bu…

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Navi Mumbai International Airport Decoded: Flights, Routes & Reality Check 17:24

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They said it couldn't be done. A 90 meter hill. Two rivers. Two decades of waiting. In this episode Nelson John will explain the story behind NMIA the impossible engineering, the human cost, and what that first Christmas morning flight represents for Indian aviation. [Navi Mumbai International Airport history, NMIA construction, how NMIA was built,…

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How to Think About Stock Options, Healthcare Without Insurance, and Handling Rejection 20:26

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Scott Galloway answers listener questions on how incentive stock options work and how young professionals should think about equity versus salary. He also shares his views on health insurance, paying out of pocket, and why the U.S. healthcare system is so broken. Plus, Scott offers advice on dealing with rejection, processing failure, and building …

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India Left Out Of The US "Pax Silica" Alliance - Is India Caught in the Middle? 15:14

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The US just launched "Pax Silica" a 9 nation alliance designed to control the future of AI and semiconductors. The exclusive roster includes the UAE, Singapore, and Japan. But conspicuously absent? India. In this episode Nelson John investigates the snub heard around the geopolitical world. Is this exclusion simply a lack of technical capability, o…

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No Mercy / No Malice: The Streaming Wars and Affordability 16:15

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As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/the-streaming-wars-and-affordability/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Vox Media Podcast Network

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#97 Steven Everts: Why Europe Is Stuck in a “Psychology of Weakness” - And How to Get Out 42:51

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➡️ Watch the full interview ad-free, join a community of geopolitics enthusiasts and gain access to exclusive content on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/DecodingGeopolitics ➡️ Sign up to my free geopolitics newsletter: https://stationzero.substack.com/ This is a conversation with Steven Everts, a former EU diplomat and the director of the EU Insti…

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The Algorithmic War — Big Tech, Geopolitics & India’s Security Future | Col. Pavithran Rajan 1:14:55

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⚔️ Col. Pavithran Rajan — Are We Already at War? Algorithms, Sovereignty & The Future of India’s National Security 🇮🇳🛰️War today isn’t declared — it’s engineered.In this explosive conversation, Col. Pavithran Rajan breaks down why the world has entered a permanent state of “Persistent Unpeace.”Battles now unfold through algorithms, digital platform…

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How We Vet Sponsors, Hollywood’s Decline, and Building Adult Friendships 20:53

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Scott Galloway answers questions on how Prof G Media vets sponsors and why we avoid crypto and gambling ads. He also gives advice for someone navigating Hollywood’s slowdown, and how to build real friendships as an adult. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to [email protected], or drop your question in the r/Sc…

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Netflix vs. Paramount: The $108 Billion War for Warner Bros. 12:19

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Nelson John decodes the chaotic $108 billion bidding war for Warner Bros. Discovery. We break down Netflix’s strategic asset bid against Paramount’s hostile all-cash attack, the massive regulatory hurdles, and what this "Red Wedding" moment means for the future of your streaming subscriptions. [Netflix, Paramount Skydance, Warner Bros Discovery, Ho…

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The AI Dilemma — with Tristan Harris 1:00:49

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Tristan Harris, former Google design ethicist and co-founder of the Center for Humane Technology, joins Scott Galloway to explain why children have become the front line of the AI crisis. They unpack the rise of AI companions, the collapse of teen mental health, the coming job shock, and how the U.S. and China are racing toward artificial general i…

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Beyond India's Metros - How Tier 2 & 3 Cities Are Building Global Giants 25:15

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The "Big City" dream is hitting a wall. In this episode of Nelson John 360, I uncover why India’s next economic boom is happening in Tier 2 and 3 cities like Jaipur, Coimbatore, and Indore. From the "GCC Revolution" to the new high-speed infrastructure grid, we analyze the hard data behind the $2 Trillion shift away from saturated metros. Discover …

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The Islamic Golden Age 57:55

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Most histories of the Islamic Golden Age focus on its discoveries. But in this episode, Dr. Roy goes further back, tracing the long arc of Western civilization from ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia to Greece, Rome, Persia, and the rise of Islam. He reveals how one Persian emperor’s decision to build a library, one Arab army’s humility in conquest, and…

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Raging Moderates: The Affordability Crisis Trump Can’t Spin 37:56

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Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down Trump’s nationwide “affordability blitz,” where he’s touting falling gas prices and insisting his tariffs will help the middle class — even as consumer sentiment sinks, layoffs top a million, and businesses warn prices will jump in January. The White House is scrambling in response, launching a food pric…

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Currency crossroads: The dollar, the Euro, and the future of global power 36:30

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As global monetary dynamics shift, the challenge for business leaders is no longer just about managing exchange rates but about strategy, resilience, and long-term competitiveness. Hélène Rey, Lord Bagri Professor of Economics at London Business School, joins Sergei Guriev, Professor of Economics and Dean of London Business School, to explore how t…

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China Decode: Why Apple Can't Quit China (ft. Patrick McGee) 43:58

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In this episode of China Decode, hosts Alice Han and James Kynge unpack China’s high-stakes push for tech independence, from Moore Threads’ explosive IPO to Beijing’s drive to build a homegrown alternative to Nvidia. They also explore why the renminbi (CNY) remains deeply undervalued despite calls for a stronger yuan. Later, they sit down with Patr…

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New Year, New Consensus 39:54

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Chris Verrone, Head of Technical and Macro Research at Strategas, joins Double Take to unpack what investors should watch heading into 2026 — where consensus could break and how to position for the risks and opportunities.By Newton Investment Management North America LLC

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Modi vs. Nehru: The Battle for Vande Mataram 9:07

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Why is the Indian Parliament fighting over a 150 year old song? In today’s episode, I decode the explosive controversy surrounding the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram. Prime Minister Modi has called the 1937 decision to "edit" the song a historic betrayal, while the Opposition defends it as a necessary compromise for unity. But do you know what …

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How Introverts Can Succeed in Business, Navigating Class Differences, and Employee Equity 19:50

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Scott Galloway answers listener questions on whether introverted founders can succeed without being natural salespeople, how to deal with insecurity when you’re surrounded by wealth, and the smartest way to give early employees a real sense of ownership through equity. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to officehours@p…

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First Time Founders: Figma’s Founder on Post-IPO Life & the Road Ahead 46:42

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Ed Elson speaks with Dylan Field, co-founder and CEO of Figma. They discuss the future of design in the age of AI, how his management style has changed over time, and what it was like to go public. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Vox Media Podcast Network

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The Right to Disconnect Bill 2025 - Work life balance law explained 23:42

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Can your boss legally demand you answer emails at midnight? If MP Supriya Sule has her way, the answer will soon be no. The Right to Disconnect Bill 2025 is making waves in Parliament and boardrooms alike proposing financial penalties for non-compliant employers, mandatory overtime pay, and the creation of an Employee Welfare Authority to protect w…

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No Mercy / No Malice: The Cult of Therapy 16:24

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As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/the-cult-of-therapy/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Vox Media Podcast Network

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#96 Chun Han Wong: China Is Entering a New Phase - And Nobody Knows Where It Leads 41:19

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➡️ Watch the full interview ad-free, join a community of geopolitics enthusiasts and gain access to exclusive content on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/DecodingGeopolitics ➡️ Sign up to my free geopolitics newsletter: https://stationzero.substack.com/ This is a conversation with Chun Han Wong, a reporter at the Wall Street Journal, author of the …

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How to Get Involved in Politics, How Scott Galloway Writes, and How He Follows the News 18:54

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Scott Galloway answers listener questions on how to get involved in politics beyond just voting, how he comes up with his ideas and develops his writing voice, and where he actually gets his news in a world run by algorithms. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to [email protected], or drop your question in the …

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Putin In India - What This Visit Really Means? 30:41

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Putin lands in India. Modi breaks protocol. America imposes 50% tariffs. And India says: we bow to no one. In this episode, I unpack the most consequential diplomatic visit of 2025 — the $70 billion India-Russia relationship, why Russian S-400 missiles saved Indian lives during the May 2025 Pakistan conflict, de-dollarization, Indians trapped in Ru…

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Path to Becoming a Defence Superpower || SSS Defence Co-Founders Vivek & Dinesh 1:44:19

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⚔️ Vivek Krishnan & Dinesh Shivanna — India’s Defense Tech Reality, Broken Incentives & What Must Change 🇮🇳🚀 Instagram → /carygotthebluesg ambition is rising — but the gap between what we need and what we can currently produce is still dangerously wide.In this deep and brutally honest conversation, Vivek Krishnan and Dinesh Shivanna break down the …

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Ukraine and America’s Credibility Crisis — with Anne Applebaum 1:04:09

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Pulitzer Prize–winning historian Anne Applebaum joins Scott Galloway to explain what’s really happening inside today’s Ukraine peace talks, why business interests are overtaking diplomacy, and how corruption is reshaping American power at home and abroad. They discuss Europe’s response, Russia’s strategy, and what this moment signals for the future…

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The Seditious Six Signal Color Revolution in USA 1:12

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December 2025 – Sean Morgan, “News Behind the News”: A viral video by six Democratic lawmakers with military backgrounds (Mark Kelly, Chris Deluzio, Elissa Slotkin, Jason Crow, Chrissy Houlahan, Maggie Goodlander) directly tells active-duty troops and intelligence personnel to refuse “illegal orders” and promises “we have your back.” Morgan frames …

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Deconstructing Racism and Sexism in the Envisagement of Western Civilization 1:46:08

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Racism and sexism didn’t emerge naturally or accidentally. In this episode, Dr. Roy explains how Western societies constructed rigid hierarchies of gender and race, often in contrast to more egalitarian cultures in the ancient world. He examines how Greek philosophers like Aristotle shaped Western ideas about rationality and superiority, how the Ro…

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Raging Moderates: How Rage Bait Runs Our Economy 58:07

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Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov dig into Trump’s latest anti-immigrant crackdown—from firing nearly 100 immigration judges to freezing visas and floating denaturalization — and what happens when policy is driven by panic instead of evidence. Then they break down the viral post arguing the real poverty line isn’t $32K… it’s closer to $140K, and wh…

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Digital Bodyguard or Pocket Spy? The Sanchar Saathi Dilemma 7:06

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The internet was on fire this week. Headlines screamed that the Government's new Sanchar Saathi app would be mandatory and undeletable on every phone in India—sparking fears of mass surveillance and "Digital Handcuffs." But just as the panic peaked, the Government blinked. Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has now clarified that the app is optional and…

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China Decode: How China Is Breaking the World of Trade 42:46

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In this episode of China Decode, hosts Alice Han and James Kynge break down China’s accelerating push for self-sufficiency — from tech to industrial goods — and what that means for a global trading system that once relied on Chinese demands. They unpack a tense week in Asia, with Washington, Beijing, and Tokyo navigating security warnings, diplomat…

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How Modern Wars Are Fought — Lt. Gen. Raj Shukla 1:08:24

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⚔️ Lt. Gen. Raj Shukla — Civil–Military Fusion, China’s Rise & The Future of India’s National Security 🇮🇳🚀⏱️ Chapters🎧 Listen & Subscribe👤 Guest — Lt. Gen. Raj Shukla (Retd.)👤 Host — Roshan Cariappa Wars are no longer won only on the battlefield — they are won in labs, factories, and innovation hubs. In this eye-opening conversation, Lt. Gen. Raj S…

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Can India Get Rich Before It Gets Old? 15:44

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Everyone talks about India's "young population," but few realize this is a ticking clock. We are in a rare 30-year window where we have more workers than dependents. It’s an economic miracle waiting to happen or a missed opportunity. Welcome to the Nelson John 360 podcast and I Demystifying this complex topic... [India demographic dividend, Goldilo…

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The Case for National Service, How to Avoid Burnout, and How Scott Galloway Became Prof G 20:05

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Scott Galloway answers listener questions on what he’d say to President Trump in a private off-the-record meeting and gives his advice on avoiding burnout. Finally, Scott reflects on his years in academia and why it’s one of the most rewarding things he’s ever done. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to officehours@prof…

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Will Taxpayers Receive Dividends from Government Housing Giants? 1:50

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Based on the research of Joe Lange. https://x.com/JoeLang51440671 In a bold move that could reshape the American economic landscape, billionaire investor Bill Ackman is pushing a radical plan to privatize mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. But this isn’t just a financial maneuver—it’s a proposal that could put quarterly dividend checks dir…

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#95 Linas Kojala: This Is How The Baltics Are Preparing For War with Russia 35:27

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➡️ Watch the full interview ad-free, join a community of geopolitics enthusiasts and gain access to exclusive content on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/DecodingGeopolitics ➡️ Sign up to my free geopolitics newsletter: https://stationzero.substack.com/ This is a conversation with Linas Kojala - the director of the Geopolitics and Security Studies …

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The Farmer's Son Who Built the World's Most Downloaded Investment App 20:07

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They said the future of finance belonged to Wall Street. Then a farmer's son from a Madhya Pradesh village built the world's most downloaded investment app. How Lalit Keshre went from a Madhya Pradesh village to leading Groww past 100 million downloads and a billion dollar IPO. In this episode of Nelson John 360, we decode the blueprint behind Indi…

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Somali Terrorists in Minnesota Use Fraudulent Autism Scheme to Funnel Millions 1:59

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Somali Terrorists in Minnesota Use Fraudulent Autism Scheme to Funnel MillionsIn this episode of “The News Behind the News,” Sean Morgan delves into a wide-ranging investigation that started with a $14 million autism therapy scam and has uncovered a billion-dollar fraud network. Discover how a 13,000% increase in program spending went unnoticed, ho…

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Manu Joseph Unfiltered | Poverty, Feminism, BJP, PM Modi, and more 1:25:34

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⚡ Men Can’t Be Feminists? | Manu Joseph on Privilege, PM Modi’s Decline & The India We Ignore 🔥India is growing fast — economically, culturally, globally.Yet on the ground, millions remain unseen.In this probing conversation, Manu Joseph joins Roshan Cariappa to break down the ideas we rarely confront directly — why the poor stay invisible, why cas…

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AI Won't Replace You - But Someone Using AI Will! 27:03

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85 million jobs. $1.2 trillion in wages. The AI disruption is here. Nelson John 360 cuts through the noise on AI and your career in 2026. We cover Agentic AI, MIT's Iceberg Index, the EPOCH human skills framework, EU AI Act compliance, and your four-step survival roadmap. The real threat? Not AI.. It's the person using AI better than you. Follow. S…

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India’s Test Cricket Crisis - 12 Months, 2 Whitewashes, 0 Excuses 18:45

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408 runs. 5 home losses. 66 years of history shattered. Indian cricket just hit rock bottom and nobody saw it coming. Nelson John breaks down the numbers, the failures, and the uncomfortable truth behind India's worst Test cricket collapse ever! [India cricket crisis, India vs South Africa 2025, Test cricket analysis, Gautam Gambhir coach, India 40…