Haisean Wade

This Week in Geopolitics

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Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

War aims and how they change (re-upload) 28.04.2022

In today’s episode we talk about, Boris Johnson laying the ground work for the British public to, more easily, accept a Russian Victory in Ukraine and how his statements have alluded to that. Then we’ll chat about Antony Blinken and Lloyd Austin’s trip to Ukraine as well as remarks Austin made in Poland that essentially laid out the official US war aim in the Russo-Ukrainian war. Lastly we’ll talk...

War aims and how they change 26.04.2022

In today’s episode we talk about, Boris Johnson laying the ground work for the British public to, more easily, accept a Russian Victory in Ukraine and how his statements have alluded to that. Then we’ll chat about Antony Blinken and Lloyd Austin’s trip to Ukraine as well as remarks Austin made in Poland that essentially laid out the official US war aim in the Russo-Ukrainian war. Lastly we’ll talk...

Will the peace last? 18.04.2022

In today’s episode we talk about, the Russo-Ukrainian war heating up along with the threat of a renewed Russian offensive. We’ll also talk about the prospect of Finland and Sweden joining NATO and what that would mean for them should the alliance come to blows with Russia. Then we’ll discuss the likelihood of Ukraine losing the war as well as what defeat may mean for them. All that and more!

Blind spots that hurt 12.04.2022

In today’s episode we talk about, the situation with gold in Europe and how increased calls for gold by governments may just kill the fractional reserve banking system. After that we’re gonna talk about the fledgling alliance between China and the Solomon Islands and some of the hubbub that’s been drummed up about it. Lastly we’ll be discussing my predictions regarding conflict between the United...

All quiet on the Eastern Front 05.04.2022

In today’s episode we talk about, the new free trade deal brokered between Israel and the UAE and how Israel’s foreign policy agenda towards Iran will complicate this deal. Then we cover the ceasefire that was arranged in Yemen and what it may ultimately end up being used for. After that we chat about the Muslim insurgency in southern Thailand and the truce that was reached there as well. And last...

Death to the Petrodollar 29.03.2022

In today’s episode we talk about, the mixed results of foreign volunteers to Ukraine and the strange dilemmas they’ve caused for the country. Then we’ll talk about the nonsensical obsession the Biden administration has with getting gas to Europe. After that we’ll discuss Russia’s secession from the petrodollar system, other countries who’ve been inspired to do the same, and the ramifications of th...

3 Flash points 22.03.2022

In today’s episode we talk about, Spain siding with Morocco over the west Sahara and how Algeria may respond to that. Then we’ll go over some of my findings with regards to the fight that Israel is sleepwalking itself into with the Persia pact. Lastly we’ll discuss the Russo-Ukrainian War and some of the oddities that have arisen from it. All that and more!

Unintended consequences 15.03.2022

In today’s episode we talk about, Turkey’s potential as a major player in all their surrounding lands as well as the wombs combo of an alliance they’ve formed between themselves and Qatar. Next we chat about the unintended consequences of the sanctions which have been imposed on Russia and how they’re rearranging international financial patterns. Last we’ll discuss updates on the Russo-Ukrainian W...

Lessons of war 08.03.2022

In today’s episode we talk about, Biden’s State of the Union address and some of the key points that came out of it. Then we give an update to the Russo-Ukrainian War where we’ll talk about some of what’s happened since last week. After that we talk about the hysteria surrounding Ukraine and people’s obsession with #standing with Ukraine. Then we will discuss what we’ve been able to Learn from the...

The Russo-Ukrainian War 01.03.2022

In today’s episode we talk about, the Russo-Ukrainian War. We’ll talk about how it’s going and the abnormal nature of it. Then we will discuss what I think will happen moving forward and then we’ll cover some of the politicking surrounding this conflict in the US and in other countries. All that and more!

Ukraine’s tragedy continues 22.02.2022

In today’s episode we talk about, the strengthening position of Russia on the Ukraine issue and how the war scare simultaneously weakens the west’s position over time. Then we talk about the Canadian trucker convoy and how the Canadian government’s response may cause the protests to devolve into a national crisis. After that we talk about the war scare over Ukraine from the rebel’s perspective and...

NATO. A house divided 15.02.2022

In today’s episode we talk about, Israel’s stunning resurgence on the world stage and how they’re interacting with their changed strategic environment. Then we cover an exciting development with the East African Community which is the addition of the Democratic Republic of Congo to the community and the many advantages that are gained for both parties. Lastly we talk about another interesting deve...

The Honk! Heard around The World 08.02.2022

In today’s episode we talk about, the viewership numbers for the Beijing Olympics and get into the context behind them. Next we’re going to discuss the beginnings of Europe’s reconciliation with Russia and the coming end to Russia’s diplomatic isolation from Europe. Last we’ll be talking about the freedom convoy and how it’s checkmating authoritarian Covid restrictions. All that and more!

Intel for America!! 01.02.2022

In today’s episode we talk about, Britain exporting lockdown abolition to the country of Denmark and what some of those ramifications could be as we observe the unofficial precedent rule come into effect. Then we talk about the latest developments in and around Ukraine as well as the fantastical ideas emanating from Washington and NATO regarding using Russia against China or sponsoring a partisan...

The grass is greener for Britain and Syria 24.01.2022

In today’s episode we talk about, Ukraine taking the headlines by storm and the debacle that people are still trying to get my country (America) into for some ungodly reason. Then we discuss the addition of Syria to China’s belt and road initiative and what that means both for Syria coming off the heels of its long civil war as well as what this means for the project itself as it inches closer to...

America and Russia chit-chat in Geneva 17.01.2022

In today’s episode we talk about, How the immediate aftermath of Kazakhstan’s recent crisis has highlighted the effectiveness and merits of the CSTO. Then we discuss the US-Russia talks in Geneva and how the lack of meaningful results has spurred interesting conclusions on both sides. Afterwards we chat about the possibility of an insurgency in Ukraine following a defeat to the Russian military. A...

What Kazakhstan means 11.01.2022

In today’s episode we talk about, The unsatisfactory results of the military take over of Myanmar and the questions now raised over where the country goes from here. Then we discuss the Riots in Kazakhstan and the swift response of the CSTO in putting them down as well as the Geopolitical implications of this event. Lastly we go over the statements made by Michael Byden regarding the situation in...

Growing dangers 03.01.2022

In today’s episode we talk about, the growing danger to commerce and shipping in the waters around the Middle East. Then we chat about the forces keeping Israel and Palestine from making peace and how it continually hinders Israeli foreign policy. Lastly we’ll go over the current state of America’s relations with China and Russia as well as the primary reason they’re as bad as they are. All that a...

Raising the stakes 28.12.2021

In today’s episode we talk about, the internal struggle of the EU and how it will define the future of central and western Europe. Next we’ll talk about the JCPOA and how it has stalled as it enters the 8th round of talks. Last we go over the Libyan election and how it’s postponing further complicates the political situation in the country and raises the stakes on its success. All that and more!

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation 20.12.2021

In today’s episode we talk about, The OIC meeting and what they resolved to do for and about Afghanistan. Then we chat about the changes to the Eastern Question and how Russia has gone from having a reactive position to taking up a more offensive position regarding their red lines. Finally we briefly discuss the current state of the Iran nuclear talks and Israel having to adjust to not being the d...

The many possibilities of France and Korea 13.12.2021

In today’s episode we talk about, A recent update to the ‘New Eastern Question’ as Biden and Putin have engaged in direct talks with one another. Then we discuss the increasing prospect of France carving its own destiny on the geopolitical scene and the implications that will have. Last we’ll cover the crossroads that the two Korea’s are at and some of the paths they might go down. All that and mo...

The Fate of Eastern Europe 06.12.2021

In today’s episode we talk about, Pakistan calling a meeting of the OIC over Afghanistan as well as the current state of the Islamic Emirate Afghanistan. Then we talk about the devolving state of affairs between NATO and the Union State and how Belarus has upped the ante. Lastly we cover how the nature of the conflict in Ukraine means that it’s fall is more likely to have a domino effect than the...

Water wars! Will they happen? 29.11.2021

In today’s episode we talk about, The differences between the successes in Israel and Iran’s foreign policy ventures as well as the increasing dominance of Iran in the region. Then we talk about the escalating situation between Belarus and its western neighbors and how it’s threatening to spiral out of control. Lastly we’ll talk about the prospect of water wars, where they’re most likely to take p...

What happens to Africa 22.11.2021

In today’s episode we talk about, The changing geopolitics around the world and who the 5 biggest foreign presences in Africa are. Then we go over positive developments in Sudan’s political crisis/coup. Last we speculate on the future of Africa in the new scramble for it. All that and more!

Poland and Belarus. NATO vs the Union State 15.11.2021

In today’s episode we talk about, The situation in Haiti where gangs haven’t just taken over the streets but threaten to take over the government. Then we chat about the escalating state of affairs between Poland and Belarus and how it’s become a much larger international dispute. Finally we cover the Serbian secession movement in earnest and some of its potential consequences. All that and more!

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