Best Jacob Shapiro Podcasts (2025)

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The Juice Is Already Killing Us 1:05:11

6h ago1:05:11

1:05:11

Jacob and Rob dive into the shifting mood in U.S. markets, as post-"Liberation Day" volatility gives way to a more constrained and uncertain fiscal landscape. They unpack the massive implications of the Trump administration’s budget bill, surging yields, and declining investor confidence. The conversation then pivots to Chinese biotech, where Jacob…

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Jacob Shapiro: We Are Entering a Multipolar Geopolitical Environment 58:02

35m ago58:02

58:02

Geopolitical analyst Jacob Shapiro discusses the transition to a multipolar world order, the state of American Empire, the emergence of new power centers, and the notion of a looming World War III. He comments on Trump’s recent foray into the Middle East, China’s strategic engagement in Latin America, and the fate of Mexico. He offers some tips on …

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Fr Patrick Ramsey: Orthodox Views on Empire, Antichrist, & Martyr Mentality 1:45:58

1h ago1:45:58

1:45:58

Fr Patrick Ramsey explores the emergence of a totalitarian global empire, drawing parallels to biblical prophecies. Advancements in technology enable centralized control, with examples like “15-minute cities” and COVID passports cited as precursors to global governance. A major world crisis or war is anticipated to trigger the Antichrist’s rise as …

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Eric Yeung: The Dollar, Gold, Bitcoin, & China’s Bright Future 1:11:07

15m ago1:11:07

1:11:07

Eric Yeung discusses the global economic shift from West to East, driven by unsustainable U.S. national debt and de-dollarization. Physical gold is highlighted as a key neutral international reserve asset, with China establishing overseas vaults to allow trading partners to convert RMB into physical gold within their own jurisdictions. Bitcoin seem…

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#680: Agile is about more than velocity, with Gabrielle Wieczorek 27:12

3d ago27:12

27:12

This show is brought to you by the Online Scrum Masters Summit, taking place virtually on June 17-19, with more information at: http://www.onlinescrummasterssummit.com What if the most powerful tool for driving agile transformation isn’t a framework or a ceremony—but a dashboard? Today’s guest believes data may be the most underused lever for agili…

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Maple Syrup and Soft Power 1:51:12

17h ago1:51:12

1:51:12

Marko and Jacob wrap up their Geopolitical Power Draft, spar over Canada’s place in the top 10, and debate whether demographics or tech will shape the next world order. Marko defends Canada with maple syrup, AI, and ag exports, while Jacob sides with rivers, realpolitik, and skepticism. They explore honorable mentions like the UAE, Rwanda, and a hy…

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#679: Growing a brand by focusing on the details that matter with Dominic Minogue, Dirty Water 23:23

5d ago23:23

23:23

There are a lot of great ideas for products and brands out there, but sometimes the difference between success and failure lies in getting the details right and understanding the customers and users of your product. Today we’re going to talk about growing a brand by focusing on the details that matter. To help me discuss this topic, I’d like to wel…

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#678: AI gains emotional intelligence with Joshua Goldberg, Zenapse 23:56

7d ago23:56

23:56

Have you ever wondered why, despite having access to advanced AI tools, your marketing strategies still don’t hit the mark? Could it be that you’re focusing on the wrong data and missing the emotional connections that truly drive consumer behavior? Today we’re exploring the intersection of AI, emotional intelligence, and marketing with Joshua Goldb…

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The Most Terrifying Insect You’ve Never Heard Of 56:38

9d ago56:38

56:38

Madison Darbyshire makes her first appearance on the podcast to discuss the screwworm – what it is, why it’s threatening U.S. ranchers again, and why all of this could have been prevented. Come for awareness of an emergent problem; stay for the geopolitical explanation for why Texas is the ancestral home of the American cowboy. -- Timestamps: (00:0…

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#677: Why thought leadership is more important than ever with Benjamin Shapiro, host of the MarTech Podcast 36:19

10d ago36:19

36:19

If content rules, why does it feel like there are 100,000 royal families? In a world drowning in blog posts, videos, and AI-generated everything, content has never been more abundant—or more commoditized. So how do brands cut through the noise? Today’s guest has a few thoughts on that—and more. Ben Shapiro, host of the MarTech Podcast, has had fron…

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Rick Culleton: From Hard Knocks to Success, LatAm, & Cultivating Happiness 40:38

4d ago40:38

40:38

Author and entrepreneur Rick Culleton discusses the school of hard knocks, turning things around, becoming a successful businessman and entrepreneur, setting up shop in Latin America, where he sees the economy headed, and how to cultivate happiness. Watch on BitChute / Brighteon / Rumble / Substack / YouTube Geopolitics & Empire · Rick Culleton: Fr…

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Our 2025 Geopolitical Power Draft 1:26:47

4d ago1:26:47

1:26:47

The cousins return with chaos, caffeine, and an inaugural Geopolitical Power Draft - but not before Marko rants about Gulf monarchies, Trump’s diplomatic plane deals, and why Saudi Arabia might out-liberal Israel by 2050. He skewers Western pearl-clutching, explains why Qatar owes him a jet, and declares multipolarity the new default. Along the way…

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Stuart J. Hooper: Global Flashpoints & Trump’s Geopolitical Legacy 1:07:20

5d ago1:07:20

1:07:20

Stuart J. Hooper discusses U.S. foreign policy and the current global situation. He examines whether President Trump still has some promise left in him and implores the MAGA crowd to hold the president’s feet to the fire. We run through global flashpoints including Trump’s recent visit to Saudi Arabia, Israel-Iran-Gaza, Russia-Ukraine, and India-Pa…

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#676: The consumer is no longer navigating the map—they are the map, with Ken Hughes, the King of CX 36:22

12d ago36:22

36:22

The consumer is no longer navigating the map—they are the map. Welcome to the era of the Blue Dot Consumer: always centered, always scrolling, and always expecting the world to orbit around them. What does that mean for your brand? Everything. From the rise of instant gratification to the evolution of seven—yes, seven—active generations, the custom…

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The Froth of Grift 1:07:02

13d ago1:07:02

1:07:02

In this episode, Jacob Shapiro sits down with Matt Pines, who somehow manages to be both a national security thinker and a Bitcoin whisperer, to talk through the Trump administration’s pivot toward crypto, why Bitcoin has suddenly gone strategic, and what it tells us about where the global economy might be headed. They dig into the politics, the po…

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TikTok Dictators and the End of Hegemony 56:52

7d ago56:52

56:52

This week, the cousins speed-run chaos: Houthis hitting Israel, Trump cutting side deals, and Jordan taking heat for not hosting enough sick kids from Gaza. Marko argues that the U.S. is done playing global babysitter, and that might actually be stabilizing. They dig into Israel’s delusions of American loyalty, Burkina Faso’s TikTok dictatorship, a…

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#675: Being true to customers and your values with Phyllis Rothschild, CMO at Pete & Gerrys 30:10

14d ago30:10

30:10

Consumers today aren’t just buying products, or even experiences—they’re buying into values. As more people align their shopping habits with brands that reflect their personal beliefs, how can companies authentically connect with their audience without coming across as performative? Joining us today is Phyllis Rothschild, Chief Marketing Officer at…

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Cognitive Dissidents: Tariffs, False Messiahs, & Blackouts in Spain 1:31:19

10d ago1:31:19

1:31:19

On their monthly roundtable, the Cognitive Dissidents discuss the technocratic trade and tariff wars, a host of figures coming out of the woodwork to proclaim themselves the messiah, what’s behind the blackouts in Europe, and more! Watch on BitChute / Brighteon / Rumble / Substack / YouTube Geopolitics & Empire · Cognitive Dissidents: Tariffs, Fals…

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Barbara Demick: Abducted & Adopted, The Story of China’s One-Child Policy 52:24

10d ago52:24

52:24

Journalist and author Barbara Demick discusses her new, powerful, and must-read book “Daughters of the Bamboo Grove: From China to America, a True Story of Abduction, Adoption, and Separated Twins”. With a deep boots-on-the-ground experience, she details the brutality of China’s one-child policy and the profound lasting effects it continues to have…

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Yasiru Ranaraja: Growing Belt & Road Connectivity, Sri Lanka, & Flashpoints 51:43

10d ago51:43

51:43

Yasiru Ranaraja discusses whether Pax Americana is really on the decline or not, how Belt & Road connectivity is advancing, BRICS, ASEAN, the geostrategic importance of Sri Lanka, the rising importance of India, flashpoints, and more! Watch on BitChute / Brighteon / Rumble / Substack / YouTube Geopolitics & Empire · Yasiru Ranaraja: Growing Belt & …

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The Reverse Currency Crisis That Isn’t 1:07:52

16d ago1:07:52

1:07:52

This week, Jacob’s caffeinated and Rob is just trying to keep us on track as the duo dive into the so-called “Asian reverse currency crisis,” a spike in Asian FX that’s less a crisis and more the result of twenty-five years of carry trades finally snapping. We break down what it means for the dollar, for diversification, and for the poor bastards r…

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#674: The continued evolution of e-commerce with Eitan Koter, Vimmi 36:57

17d ago36:57

36:57

With the rapid rise of shoppable video, AI-driven recommendations, and immersive technologies like AR and VR, are traditional e-commerce strategies becoming obsolete? Today, we’re joined by Eitan Koter, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Vimmi, a shoppable video SaaS company revolutionizing e-commerce. Eitan is also the host of the "Mastering eCommerce Marke…

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Grimerica: Censorship, Conspiracy, Carney, & Cataclysmic Cycles! 1:30:05

12d ago1:30:05

1:30:05

Canadian podcasting duo Darren Grimes and Graham Dunlop of Grimerica discuss censorship, the new king of Canada Mark Carney, cataclysmic cycles, and more funky stuff! Watch on BitChute / Brighteon / Rumble / Substack / YouTube Geopolitics & Empire · Grimerica: Censorship, Conspiracy, Carney, & Cataclysmic Cycles! #551 *Support Geopolitics & Empire!…

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The Indus Waters Are Getting Hot 52:30

18d ago52:30

52:30

Kamran Bokhari answers the bat signal to join Jacob Shapiro for a wide-ranging conversation on the spike in India-Pakistan tensions following the Kashmir attack - and why it’s not just business as usual. They unpack the strategic logic (or lack thereof) behind Pakistan’s moves, India’s dilemma over deterrence, and the escalating risk of regional mi…

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#673: Predictive and proactive customer experiences, with Vinod Muthukrishnan, Cisco 28:51

19d ago28:51

28:51

Customer expectations have skyrocketed—people now demand instant, personalized, and seamless interactions across every touchpoint. But are companies truly meeting these expectations, or are they still stuck in reactive customer service models? What if AI could completely transform the customer experience into something proactive, predictive, and ev…

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Mike Shelby: Fortress America, Civil War 2.0, & World War 3.0? 1:04:56

14d ago1:04:56

1:04:56

Mike Shelby of Gray Zone Research and Early Warning Network discusses the current domestic and global situation, describing it as a time of generational change and concern. Shelby warns of potential low intensity conflict, such as violent social movements, terrorism, and color revolutions, rather than a conventional civil war in the U.S. He comment…

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A Jew and a Nihilist Talk About The Pope 1:11:30

20d ago1:11:30

1:11:30

After a whirlwind of parenting, flights, and failed schedules, the cousins are back with overreactions and the U.S. dollar’s free fall. They riff on Chinese tech breakthroughs... but Marko's still not buying BYD over a German car. Europe? Left for dead, so maybe it’s time to buy? Jacob freaks out over India-Pakistan tensions, while Marko tries to k…

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#672: What can we learn from teaching others about AI? Featuring Greg Shove, CEO of Section 37:46

20d ago37:46

37:46

AI is no longer just a tool—it’s reshaping business strategy, workforce morale, and even personal productivity. But are executives truly prepared to treat AI as a strategic thought partner, or are they still viewing it as just another tech trend? Joining us today is Greg Shove, CEO of Section, an AI education company on a mission to train the next …

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

24d 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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#671: Going national while staying true to your local roots with Jay Rushin, H&H Bagels 22:27

24d ago22:27

22:27

How do you take something that's iconically local and make it feel authentic—everywhere? That’s the challenge facing every regional brand trying to scale. When your name is practically synonymous with a place—like H&H is with New York City—growth isn’t just about expansion. It’s about staying true to what made you iconic in the first place. Today, …

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William Ramsey: The Life & Times of Aleister Crowley, Prophet of Evil 1:53:47

23d ago1:53:47

1:53:47

William Ramsey discusses his book "Prophet of Evil: Aleister Crowley, 9/11 and the New World Order". He delves deep into the black magic and occult machinations of Crowley who sought to become Satan's chief of staff, destroy Christianity, and establish a new age world religion. Crowley came of age at the height of British imperialism as East was me…

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Jeremy Savory: Internationalization, 2nd Passports, & Becoming Sovereign 1:02:29

23d ago1:02:29

1:02:29

Jeremy Savory of Millionaire Migrant discusses citizenship by descent and investment, internationalization, and becoming a sovereign individual. A chaotic world is the perfect reason for obtaining multiple passports and/or residencies, but can also provide great opportunity in the form of tax advantages, property investment, employment, and social …

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The Pahalgam Terrorist Attack 58:11

26d 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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#670: Embracing Chaos to Get Better Results with Mark DeCarlo 41:39

26d ago41:39

41:39

We talk a lot about agility, and today, we’re going to talk about how lessons of agility can come from unexpected places - like the set of Seinfeld - where - for those superfans like me - our guest played Alec Berg - which should be said in more of a Jon Houseman manner, and while guest starring there (plus other shows like Curb Your Enthusiasm, Tr…

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Pete Quinones: The Balkanization of America 1:32:51

22d ago1:32:51

1:32:51

Pete Quinones shares his views on America's decline and transition from a unified people to a mere economic zone. He stresses the importance of localism and manufacturing and points to the inevitability of balkanization due to cultural and racial divisions, as well as the fact that the Trump administration won't go after the left who will seek veng…

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Thaddeus Kozinski: Covid 19 & the War Against Reality 1:14:33

21d ago1:14:33

1:14:33

Dr. Thaddeus Kozinski discusses his book "Covid 19 and the War Against Reality". He explores the spiritual dimensions of the global totalitarianism that befell the world in the 2020s. We compare 9/11 to COVID9/11. The Powers That Be are attempting to get the world population to willingly reject reality and accept unreality. We ponder why one sectio…

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Go Where The Fiscal Is 56:38

28d 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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#669: It's already time to start planning for the holiday shopping season with Carey Cockrum, Cella by Randstad Digital 28:52

28d ago28:52

28:52

Retailers are facing a rapidly evolving landscape where consumer expectations, AI advancements, and social media platforms like TikTok are redefining engagement. It feels like the holiday shopping season just ended, but when do retailers start planning for the next one, and some retailers already behind the curve for this season? Joining us today i…

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Jesse Smith: The Global Technocratic Takeover 1:55:44

25d ago1:55:44

1:55:44

Jesse Smith of Truth Unmuted discusses the global technocratic takeover, the role of politicians like Trump and Milei, the BRICS movement, the formation of a world government, the 15-minute smart city and network state agenda, the new age plan for a world religion, and more.Watch on BitChute / Brighteon / Rumble / Substack / YouTubeGeopolitics & Em…

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The Economy Has COVID 51:32

1M 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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#668: The Five Levels of AI with Courtney Baker, Knownwell 33:26

1M ago33:26

33:26

As AI continues to evolve, how can marketing leaders ensure they’re staying ahead of the curve instead of simply keeping up with it? And how do you navigate the complexities of using AI while maintaining a personal, human touch in your campaigns? Joining us today is Courtney Baker, Chief Marketing Officer at Knownwell and co-host of the AI Knowhow …

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