Topic: Stratfor

7 chapters across the catalog

Flag Gate
Episode 1665 24:14 - 27:45

1665: Flag Gate

Peter Zeihan's Prediction on Independent Voters

Geopolitical analyst Peter Zeihan argues from an airport in Singapore that the 34 felony convictions make it impossible for Donald Trump to win the 2024 election. Zeihan claims that the 10% of the electorate who are independent will not vote for a convicted felon. The hosts dispute this, identifying themselves as independent/non-affiliated voters who are not swayed by the verdict.

Freeze Peach
Episode 1519 1:21:43 - 1:26:50

1519: Freeze Peach

Peter Zeihan, Geopolitical Strategy, China Demographic Collapse

Geopolitical strategist Peter Zeihan is identified as a "new guy on the list" of influential media voices following his appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience. Zeihan, a former analyst for Stratfor, frequently predicts the imminent collapse of China based on demographic data. The hosts express skepticism regarding his background and suggest his narrative may be an "agency meme" designed to mislead the public.

Fossil Fools
Episode 1197 2:05:34 - 2:09:45

1197: Fossil Fools

Prince Andrew Allegations, George Clooney Spy Theory

A producer shares an anecdote about Prince Andrew attempting to solicit women at an international pageant without his security detail. Additionally, a report by Tiffany Fitzhenry analyzes Wikileaks and Stratfor files, which include a story about Ghislaine Maxwell bragging about a sexual encounter with George Clooney. The hosts revisit their long-standing theory that Clooney operates as a high-level intelligence asset.

Barrel Roll
Episode 1059 55:06 - 1:01:54

1059: Barrel Roll

Stratfor, Roger Stone and the Intelligence Stress Test

A theory is presented that Alex Jones and the Austin-based intelligence firm Stratfor were historically linked as part of a controlled information dialectic. The current deplatforming of Jones is characterized as a "stress test" by intelligence agencies to measure the reaction of alternative media audiences and the power of the internet ahead of the midterm elections.

Force Multiplier
Episode 942 21:35 - 26:15

942: Force Multiplier

Jim Cooper, Stratfor Bipartisan Defense Reports

Representative Jim Cooper opposed the space defense amendment, citing concerns from Admiral Searing regarding technical feasibility and cost. Cooper argued that the amendment undermines the bipartisan "harmony" established in defense markups influenced by Stratfor reports.

Bear Bile
Episode 387 41:31 - 45:54

387: Bear Bile

WikiLeaks Stratfor Emails, Israeli Intelligence, NSA Headquarters

The recent release of 5.5 million Stratfor emails by WikiLeaks is characterized as a move to bolster the organization's waning credibility. Speculation suggests Israeli intelligence may be behind the leaks, noting historical instances where Israel accessed U.S. satellite data. Julian Assange's current living situation in a UK mansion is contrasted with the legal troubles of Bradley Manning.

Phobos Grunts
Episode 369 2:27:17 - 2:29:12

369: Phobos Grunts

NATO Cyber Warfare Exercises and Stratfor Hack

NATO conducted a large-scale cyber warfare exercise involving 29 nations to test defenses against energy sector threats and malicious code. The hosts link this exercise to the recent hack of the Stratfor security consulting group, suggesting these events are often coordinated to justify increased internet regulation and security spending.