Jacob and Marko had planned to pod today anyway…but then Luka got traded, Trump threatened tariffs, and the whole world went generally mad, so they had to go for over an hour and a half! Special announcement for those who make it to the end.

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Timestamps:

(00:00) - The Evening Special

(03:33) - Unexpected Developments

(18:14) - The Implications of Tariffs and Negotiations

(28:14) - Geopolitical Implications of Tariffs

(36:23) - The Multipolar World and America's Strategic Position

(49:39) - The Shifting Dynamics of Global Power

(01:00:40) - Geopolitical Perspectives on the Ukraine Conflict

(01:07:08) - The Future of Ukraine and Russia's Strategy

(01:18:41) - The Future of Luka Doncic: Challenges and Opportunities

(01:28:06) - Introducing Geopolitical Cousins: A New Podcast

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Jacob Shapiro is a speaker, consultant, author, and researcher covering global politics and affairs, economics, markets, technology, history, and culture. He speaks to audiences of all sizes around the world, helps global multinationals make strategic decisions about political risks and opportunities, and works directly with investors to grow and protect their assets in today’s volatile global environment. His insights help audiences across industries like finance, agriculture, and energy make sense of the world.

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