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RANE Podcast

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RANE is a risk intelligence company that provides access to critical insights, analysis, and support to ensure business continuity and resiliency for our members. The RANE podcast is dedicated to succinct, clear conversations with thought leaders about managing business risk, best practices, geopolitical risk, and the underlying, global trends that drive the international system. The brings global events into valuable perspective, empowering businesses, governments, and individuals to confidently navigate an increasingly complex international environment.

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Essential Geopolitics: Europes Energy Crisis, How Bad Will it Get?

August 24, 2022 19:32 - 16 minutes - 7.57 MB

In this episode of RANE's Essential Geopolitics podcast, Emily Donahue speaks to RANE's Europe analyst, Matteo Illardo. Energy prices in Europe have skyrocketed over the past months-- driven by the war in Ukraine. They will remain high, and get higher as that continues. You see, Russian natural gas is critical for producing electricity, heating homes, and powering industry in Europe. As Russia has reduced the flow to Europe, there’s plenty of uncertainty about the upcoming winter. RANE is...

Essential Geopolitics: Indonesia on the Rise

August 22, 2022 17:45 - 5 minutes - 2.54 MB

In this episode of RANE's Essential Geopolitics podcast, the topic is Indonesia. How much do you know about Indonesia? Are you aware of its growing influence in the Asia-Pacific region? Scott Kardas is - he’s RANE’s Asia Pacific analyst. Kardas says Jakarta will look for new industrial development and investment, such as high-value manufacturing and electric vehicle production. A higher growth target also means Jakarta likely will look to court foreign investment directly to attract high-val...

Beyond Covid: The New and the Next Viruses Worth Watching

August 21, 2022 17:49 - 21 minutes - 9.98 MB

In this week's RANE Insights podcast, newly titled Beyond COVID: The New and the Next Emerging Viruses to watch, our host David Lawrence talks with Dr. Bill Lang, an expert in public health responses to biological incidents, about what some are calling Covid’s final chapter. Plus a review of monkeypox and why this fall's flu season could be the worst in years. They also dive into the CDC's announcement that it mishandled its COVID messaging. RANE is a risk intelligence company that provides...

Essential Geopolitics: What's Behind Israel's Latest Flareup of Violence?

August 17, 2022 20:02 - 9 minutes - 4.23 MB

In this episode of RANE's Essential Geopolitics podcast we focus on Israel. In August, Israel began a pre-emptive military campaign against the Palestinian militant group known as PIJ in the Gaza Strip because of concerns there might be an imminent attack. It’s one facet of a flare-up of violence between Israel and Gaza militants. Ryan Bohl, Senior Middle East and North African analyst for RANE, offers guidance. You can read Ryal Bohl's analysis of Israeli events in Worldview, RANE’s geopol...

RANE Insights: What's The Deal About ES&G?

August 16, 2022 21:39 - 30 minutes - 13.9 MB

In this episode of the RANE Insights podcast, we do a deep dive into the three letters E, S, and G. Together as "ESG", those letters are a fixture in news and business headlines. Whether they're about the backlash against ESG, tighter regulation of ESG, or criticism of ESG, those three letters seem inescapable these days. But do we really know enough about what ESG actually means or how it applies to business profits and risks? That’s what our host, RANE founder David Lawrence asked Joseph A...

Essential Geopolitics: What's Happening with the Elections in Kenya and Senegal?

August 12, 2022 05:01 - 6 minutes - 2.95 MB

In this episode of RANE's Essential Geopolitics podcast, we look at circumstances and implications of Kenya and Senegal's recent elections. Clara Brackbill, RANE's Sub-Saharan Africa Analyst describes the short and long-term effects of these elections, both within their respective countries and across Africa.  The Essential Geopolitics podcast series is part of RANE's Geopolitical Intelligence Solution. RANE Worldview is a professional application focused on analysis, not just the news. Sig...

Essential Geopolitics: Iraq's Government Formation Process

August 11, 2022 05:02 - 12 minutes - 5.83 MB

In this episode of RANE's Essential Geopolitics podcast, we look at the standoff between rival Iraqi Shiite factions that is preventing the government formation. Emily Hawthorne, RANE's Senior Middle East and North Africa Analyst, shares her insights into Iraq's current government inefficiencies that allowed this political impasse to occur. The Essential Geopolitics podcast series is part of RANE's Geopolitical Intelligence Solution. RANE Worldview is a professional application focused on a...

Essential Geopolitics: The Latest Round of US-Iran Nuclear Talks

August 08, 2022 19:08 - 6 minutes - 3.11 MB

In this episode of RANE's Essential Geopolitics podcast, we look at the latest round of indirect talks between the US & Iran over its nuclear program that started last week in Vienna. RANE’s senior global analyst Matthew Bey shares what progress, if any has been made, in the talks since last week. The Essential Geopolitics podcast series is part of RANE's Geopolitical intelligence solution. RANE Worldview is a professional application focused on analysis, not just a publication with the ne...

Essential Geopolitics: How Long Can Russia's War in Ukraine Drag On?

August 04, 2022 17:09 - 9 minutes - 4.49 MB

In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast, our analysts discuss the extent of the war in Ukraine. Pundits expected Russia's invasion to end within months. But RANE's Eurasia analyst, Matthew Orr, lays out the case for why he thinks the conflict could drag on for years. Ryan Bohl hosts (in for Emily Donahue).  RANE (Risk Assistance Network + Exchange) is a global risk intelligence company that provides risk and security professionals with access to critical insights, analysis, and...

The New and the Next: Emerging Pathogens and the Workplace

July 29, 2022 21:05 - 15 minutes - 7.17 MB

During the COVID-19 pandemic, we brought you a weekly podcast debunking misinformation and sharing best practices from two of the world’s leading infectious disease experts. Drs. Bill Lang and Fred Southwick. The pandemic raised people’s awareness of infectious diseases - and also the hunger for information about emerging diseases. So this week, we're launching “The New and the Next: Emerging Pathogens and the Workplace, a podcast series about emerging infectious diseases and what businesse...

Essential Geopolitics: Pakistan's Looming Economic and Political Crises

July 27, 2022 20:25 - 9 minutes - 4.51 MB

In this episode of RANE’s Essential Geopolitics podcast, we will be talking about Pakistan, which has been facing significant economic challenges. Challenges so significant that they helped foster a change in government in May 2022. But the country’s new government has new risks. Ekta Raghuwanshi, RANE’s South Asia analyst, analyzes how serious the situation is and whether comparisons to Sri Lanka, which had similar economic troubles before the government was ousted by protestors, are accura...

Essential Geopolitics: What You Should Know About Brazil's Presidential Election

July 25, 2022 18:41 - 10 minutes - 4.9 MB

In this episode of RANE's Essential Geopolitics podcast, Latin America analyst, Carmen Colosi walks us through Brazil's upcoming presidential election. Brazil will hold its general election in under three months. It has the largest economy in South America. In fact, it’s the 9th largest economy in the world. And, as big as it is, Brazil also has some internal political divisions. Current president Jair Bolsonaro is facing a challenger for his job: former president Luiz Ignacio Lula da Silva....

Essential Geopolitics: What Business Can Learn from the Schulte Spy Case

July 21, 2022 05:09 - 9 minutes - 4.48 MB

There are important business lessons to be learned from the conviction of Joshua Schulte. Among them: carefully assessing their security protocols and guarding against insider threats. Schulte, an ex-CIA employee, was convicted in July 2022 for the largest theft of classified information in the agency's history offers instructive lessons for corporate cybersecurity. A US attorney has called it ”one of the most brazen and damaging acts of espionage in American history." RANE's director of ana...

Baker's Dozen: Applied Geopolitics for Businesses

July 19, 2022 19:41 - 27 minutes - 12.8 MB

In this podcast, Rodger Baker, Executive Director of the Stratfor Center for Applied Geopolitics at RANE, discusses the practice of applied geopolitics. He speaks with  Jake Shapiro, Director of Geopolitics at Cognitive investments, about how geopolitics provides a multidisciplinary framework for putting global events in context, forecasting strategic trends, and making them relevant and actionable for organizations. Worldview is RANE's Geopolitical Intelligence solution for businesses. Lear...

Essential Geopolitics: China Protest Reveals Widespread Concerns About the Economy

July 19, 2022 05:22 - 8 minutes - 3.97 MB

In its Third Quarter Forecast, RANE warned that global Inflation is posing a threat of recession in the developed world and that economic conditions could lead to unrest as well as increased security issues. But this kind of event is nearly unheard of in China. That's why the fact that people recently protested and scuffled with security guards in the Chinese city of Zhengzhou was worth looking into. In this Essential Geopolitics podcast, Emily Donahue speaks with Chase Blazek, RANE”s Asia-P...

Essential Geopolitics: Japan's Politics After Abe's Death

July 14, 2022 05:13 - 8 minutes - 3.85 MB

This is the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE. We look into current global developments and emphasize their future trends and effects for you. Today, host Emily Donahue speaks with Scott Kardas, Asia-Pacific analyst with RANE. The world was shocked when Japan’s former Prime Minister, Shinzo Abe was assassinated. His death was more than shocking though. It was the equivalent of a major seismic event for Japan’s politics. We start by delving into the impact will Abe's death have on the L...

Essential Geopolitics: Israel Prepares for Another Election

July 12, 2022 05:15 - 7 minutes - 3.58 MB

In this episode of RANE's Essential Geopolitics podcast, RANE’s senior Middle East and North Africa analyst, Ryan Bohl offers guidance on Israel’s next election. If former leader, Benjamin Netanyahu finds enough support in the Knesset to appoint a right-wing government, he will be able to return to power; otherwise, Israel will hold yet another round of elections in the fall. RANE (Risk Assistance Network + Exchange) is a global risk intelligence company that provides risk and security profe...

RANE Insights on COVID 19: Omicron Variant Vaccines Delayed. Should You Get a Booster?

July 08, 2022 20:07 - 20 minutes - 9.36 MB

In this episode of RANE's COVID-19 podcast, we discuss the rush to vaccinate toddlers, why our doctors are getting another booster shot, and when the updated vaccines with Omicron BA variants will be ready. SEPARATE THE SIGNAL FROM THE NOISE With a Daily or Weekly Risk Intelligence Brief from RANE. Our ongoing risk monitoring saves time and costs for your business. Learn more at ranenetwork.com. 

Essential Geopolitics: U.S. Decisions on China Trade Tariffs

July 07, 2022 05:22 - 7 minutes - 3.41 MB

The Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE focuses on current geopolitical developments and emphasizes their future trends and effects. In this episode, we’re discussing US trade policy toward China with Matthew Bey, RANE’s senior global analyst. Questions include what exactly the White House is considering on tariff relief for China. Given anti-China sentiment on Capitol Hill, what are the political repercussions of giving China tariff relief and how is the Biden administration reacting? ...

Essential Geopolitics: What to Know about Tunisia's Constitutional Referendum

July 05, 2022 05:56 - 8 minutes - 3.96 MB

RANE’s Essential Geopolitics podcast is THE place to get insight into current geopolitical events and their future impacts. In this episode, Emily Donahue speaks to Emily Hawthorne, RANE’s Senior Middle East and North Africa analyst. They discuss Tunisia’s July 25 constitutional referendum.  In March, Tunisia’s president dissolved parliament amid deepening economic and political crises. What happens next?  You can read about the forecast for Tunisia and the region in RANE’s flagship 3rd Qu...

Essential Geopolitics: Political and Economic Risks in Europe

June 29, 2022 17:42 - 13 minutes - 6.36 MB

The Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE focuses on current geopolitical headlines, emphasizing future trends and their global social, economic, political, and diplomatic effects. In this episode we’re discussing how political risk will worsen economic risk in Europe. Emily Donahue speaks with Adriano Bosoni, RANE’s Director of Analysis. Most economies in Europe have seen a slow-down in economic growth over the past months. A recession can't be ruled out. In the coming months, political d...

RANE Insights on Security with Brian Lynch: Ballistic-Proof Buildings

June 28, 2022 20:43 - 31 minutes - 14.6 MB

In this episode of the RANE Insights on Security podcast with Brian Lynch, the topic concerns the concept of ballistic-proof building design. Brian’s guest is Jason Horner, of Safewood Designs. They’ll be talking about ballistic-resistant materials for both commercial and residential applications.  Brian Lynch is RANE’s executive director of safety and security. RANE offers a portfolio of security and risk management solutions and is trusted by more than 400 leading corporations, government ...

Essential Geopolitics Pakistan Negotiates with the Taliban

June 27, 2022 18:28 - 7 minutes - 3.49 MB

In today’s Essential Geopolitics podcast, we discuss the ongoing Peace Talks Between Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and the Government of Pakistan. RANE's global security analyst, Isaia Galace, provides background on the TTP as well as why the Pakistani government would consider peace negotiations and the prospects for long-term peace.  Geopolitical instability is one of the leading concerns for boards and global businesses. RANE helps organizations connect the dots on how geopolitical ris...

Essential Geopolitics: The Road Ahead for Colombia's President Gustavo Petro

June 22, 2022 19:25 - 8 minutes - 3.72 MB

The realities of a fractured legislature and a slowing economy will likely force Colombia's leftist president-elect Gustavo Petro to scale back aspects of his progressive policy agenda, though he may have some success in accelerating the country’s transition to clean energy. In this episode of RANE's Essential Geopolitics podcast, RANE's Latin America analyst, Carmen Colosi offers a look at the harsh realities facing Colombia's newly-elected president, Gustavo Petro. Like the RANE podcast? S...

Essential Geopolitics: Kenya's 2022 Elections. A Recipe for Unrest?

June 21, 2022 15:59 - 9 minutes - 4.23 MB

Kenya’s general elections are on August 9. Clara Brackbill, RANE’s Sub-Sahara Africa analyst offers background on how Kenya’s elections are historically decided, which constituencies are most likely to determine August 9 electoral outcomes and whether it's possible this year's general election could produce violence. You can read Sub-Sahara Africa geopolitical guidance in RANE Worldview. Right now there is an extremely low subscription rate. Check it out at RANE Worldview.com. 

RANE insights on COVID 19 New Variants, New Vaccines and Inefficient Tests

June 17, 2022 20:53 - 20 minutes - 9.37 MB

In this episode of the RANE Insights on COVID-19 podcast, host and RANE founder, David Lawrence catches up on new vaccines, especially for the under-5 crowd, why COVID tests may not be accurate, and what's coming up as the seasons change. Become a RANE member today and access important risk forecasting, analysis, connections, and tools to address a range of enterprise risks covering Safety + Security, Cyber + Information, Geopolitical, Legal, Regulatory + Compliance. https://www.ranenetwork....

Essential Geopolitics: the US-Saudi Relationship

June 16, 2022 18:40 - 10 minutes - 4.87 MB

U.S. President Jo Biden is scheduled to visit Saudi Arabia as part of a Middle-East tour in July 2022. In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, analysts Ryan Bohl and Matthew Bey discuss the relationship between the United States and Saudi Arabia. From the murder of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi to Saudi Arabia's ongoing conflict in Yemen, the relationship has become more fractious in recent years. Can it be turned around?  For 20 years, we have delivered...

Essential Geopolitics: What's Happening in Sri Lanka?

June 13, 2022 18:20 - 7 minutes - 3.66 MB

In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, the topic is Sri Lanka. The country is in the midst of political, economic, and social turmoil. Ekta Raghuwanshi, RANE’s South Asia analyst provides geopolitical risk analysis. Subscribe to RANE Worldview today! Visit https://cloud.subscribe.stratfor.com/worldview To learn about the unbeatable price for a world-class publication. 

Baker's Dozen: Competition or Cooperation? Fishing in the South China Sea

June 09, 2022 19:41 - 31 minutes - 14.4 MB

In this episode of RANE's Baker's Dozen podcast, the conversation turns to the geopolitics of fishing in the South China Sea.  At a recent meeting of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (the Quad), members agreed to launch an enhanced initiative to tackle illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing. Throughout the Indo-Pacific, fishing and competition over access to maritime protein resources play a strong role in regional relations and tensions. China has weaponized its fishing flee...

Essential Geopolitics: Nigeria's Presidential Election

June 08, 2022 19:23 - 7 minutes - 3.46 MB

Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress held presidential primaries from June 6-8, 2022. The opposition Peoples’ Democratic Party held party primaries the week before. In this episode of RANE’s Essential Geopolitics podcast, Emily Donahue speaks to RANE Sub-Sahara Africa analyst, Clara Brackbill about whether the path toward the 2023 presidential election will be smooth amid Nigeria’s political, social, and security volatility. Subscribe to RANE Worldview to stay ahead of developments in ...

Essential Geopolitics: Afghanistan's Worsening Security Situation

June 06, 2022 16:35 - 7 minutes - 3.67 MB

It's been nearly a year since the Afghan Taliban took control of Afghanistan. Its rule has not been without problems. The country’s economy is in shambles. More than half its people are facing starvation. And the Taliban remains mostly isolated on the world stage. In this episode of RANE's Essential Geopolitics podcast, Isaia Galace, Global Security Analyst with RANE, says the Taliban has mounting security challenges in Afghanistan.  Stay ahead of the news with RANE Worldview. We forecast w...

RANE Insights Making Cyber Risk Rating & Reporting a Systemic Part of Doing Business Globally

June 03, 2022 17:42 - 31 minutes - 14.6 MB

In this episode of the RANE Insights podcast, the conversation is about cyber security and cyber risk for businesses. More specifically, it’s about the idea of adopting Cyber Risk Ratings systemically and raising the resilience of all globally. David Lawrence’s guest is Terry Roberts. She is the Founder, President & CEO Of WhiteHawk Inc. a CyberSecurity Exchange. Today's conversation is also about Terry's whitepaper entitled, "Business Cyber Rating & Assessment Adoption to Achieve Cyber Resi...

RANE Insights on COVID-19: Can We Have a Surge Free Summer?

June 02, 2022 18:10 - 24 minutes - 11.3 MB

In this episode of RANE's Covid-19 podcast, the doctors discuss whether the latest variant of the COVID virus is similar enough that we can miss a summer surge?  RANE founder David Lawrence also speaks with Dr. Fred Southwick, an infectious disease specialist at the University of Florida College of Medicine, and Dr. Bill Lang, an expert in public health responses to biological incidents including pandemics, about the Monkeypox virus and what business travelers should know about China's zero-...

Essential Geopolitics: What Is Happening with China's Economy?

June 01, 2022 19:17 - 9 minutes - 4.23 MB

It’s no secret that China’s economy has suffered since the COVID pandemic started in 2020. But why is it still malingering? In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, Chase Blazek, RANE”s Asia-Pacific analyst discusses what China's recent emergency State Council meeting on the economy did and didn't accomplish, as well as how China is trying to avoid an economic contraction. RANE Worldview is an objective source that forecasts global political, economic, and security dev...

Essential Geopolitics: What's Next For Lebanon's Political System?

May 31, 2022 15:53 - 7 minutes - 3.64 MB

Lebanon held elections on May 15. Voters sent some new faces to the government. The results also undermined the Hezbollah-led parliamentary coalition that's held power since 2018. The country has been experiencing a long-running economic crisis and political paralysis. Will these elections shake up Lebanon's political system? Ryan Bohl, senior Middle East and North Africa analyst with RANE, offers guidance.  You want to know more than “what just happened”. RANE Worldview provides the “what h...

Essential Geopolitics: Timing Pyongyang's Missile Tests

May 25, 2022 19:59 - 6 minutes - 3.14 MB

On May 25, 2022, both Japan and South Korea reported that North Korea had launched an ICBM and two other missiles. This follows an ICBM test in March. And at least 22 other missile launches in 2022 so far. Scott Kardas, Asia Pacific analyst for RANE, offers context of these developments. RANE For Serious People Who Seek Intelligence Over News. Subscribe today: https://cloud.subscribe.stratfor.com/worldview

Essential Geopolitics: Iraq's Developing Food Crisis

May 23, 2022 18:35 - 7 minutes - 3.57 MB

In this Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, Global Security analyst Charles Thorson discusses how the Russia-Ukraine war has affected Iraq and the short-term outlook for Iraq being able to deal with food insecurity. RANE Worldview is For Serious People Who Seek Intelligence Over News. Subscribe today for just $1 for 4 weeks. https://cloud.subscribe.stratfor.com/worldview

RANE Insights on COVID-19: The Spread of Monkeypox and BA2

May 20, 2022 20:32 - 24 minutes - 11.2 MB

In this episode of the RANE Insights on COVID-19 podcast, our experts discuss the continued mutations of the SARS Cov-2 virus. And Dr. Fred Southwick, an infectious disease specialist at the University of Florida College of Medicine, and Dr. Bill Lang discuss reports of a monkeypox outbreak first detected in the U.K. that has spread to several countries, including the U.S. and Canada. What to know about the disease and whether it could bring another pandemic. SEPARATE THE SIGNAL FROM THE NOI...

Essential Geopolitics: How Turkey Is Keeping NATO on Its Toes

May 18, 2022 21:06 - 9 minutes - 4.53 MB

As the war in Ukraine grinds on, Europe and the West, despite instituting severe sanctions, are looking with a wary eye toward Russia and its long-term goals. In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, Finland and Sweden have officially applied to join NATO. But, that would require approval from all 30 member countries. And there’s one hold out. Emily Hawthorne, Senior Middle East and North Africa analyst with RANE, discusses Turkey's reasoning and how long NATO will toe...

RANE Insights: When It Comes to Disasters, The Devil Never Sleeps

May 18, 2022 20:25 - 33 minutes - 15.2 MB

Amid the lengthening war in Ukraine, devastating and repeated mass shootings in the U.S., global climate change, civil unrest, and a lingering pandemic, it might be hard to envision a world without disaster. Maybe that should not be the goal. In today's RANE Insights podcast, our host and RANE founder, David Lawrence, gets a disaster management briefing. Well, sort of. In fact, he discusses the "disaster cycle", its speed and repetition, and how to prepare with author, teacher, and crisis re...

Essential Geopolitics: Terror Attack in the Sinai

May 16, 2022 17:40 - 4 minutes - 6.63 MB

In this episode of RANE's Essential Geopolitics podcast, Ryan Bohl (in for host Emily Donahue) gets a threat briefing from RANE analyst, Charles Thorson. They discuss a recent attack in Egypt. Thorson says, Islamic State militants reportedly attacked a checkpoint in the northeastern region of Egypt's Sinai Peninsula, Qantara. The attack killed 11 Egyptian soldiers and shows that Wilayat Sinai retains some militant capabilities and may launch a renewed terrorism campaign in the event of a cra...

Essential Geopolitics: Costa Rica Declares National Emergency

May 12, 2022 11:00 - 9 minutes - 4.53 MB

In this podcast, RANE Eurasia analyst Ryan Bohl speaks with Sam Lichtenstein, RANE director of analysis, about Costa Rica’s President, Rodrigo Chaves Robles, declaring a national emergency after a ransomware attack. They will discuss what exactly has been going on, what this could mean for other government agencies, and what related over the horizon risks organizations should be considering. Subscribe today and get 4 weeks for just $1. Sign up at https://cloud.subscribe.stratfor.com/worldvie...

RANE Insights: Deepfakes and Disinformation

May 11, 2022 05:00 - 48 minutes - 22 MB

In this podcast, RANE founder David Lawrence speaks with cybersecurity expert Kevin Zerrusen about “deepfakes,” which use AI algorithms to generate realistic synthetic audio, images and video -- usually with the purpose of misleading audiences. Zerrusen discusses the potential danger the emerging technology poses in the war against disinformation by making it harder for humans to decipher what’s real and what’s fake in the online world. Become a member of the largest community of risk profe...

RANE Insights: Deepfakes and the Information Wars

May 11, 2022 05:00 - 48 minutes - 22 MB

As human beings are constantly in search of the truth in this Information Age, what do we need to be aware of? In this podcast, RANE founder analyst David Lawrence speaks with cybersecurity and deepfake expert, Kevin Zerrusen, on a weapon of disinformation known as deepfakes. RANE is a risk intelligence company that provides access to critical insights, analysis, and support to ensure business continuity and resiliency for our members. Become a member of the largest community of risk profess...

Essential Geopolitics: Defining India's Neutrality in Russia-Ukraine War

May 09, 2022 21:36 - 9 minutes - 4.17 MB

In this episode of RANE's Essential Geopolitics podcast, South Asia analyst, Ekta Raghuwanshi discusses why and how India is maintaining a neutral stance as the West and Russia draw lines over the war in Ukraine. You can read our full catalog of forecasting and analysis on India and Russia's war in Ukraine at RANE Worldview. Subscribe today and get 4 weeks for just $1. Sign up at https://cloud.subscribe.stratfor.com/worldview

RANE Insights on COVID 19: Will the US Follow South Africa's Surge

May 06, 2022 20:49 - 23 minutes - 11 MB

Welcome to the RANE Insights on COVID 19 podcast. In today’s episode, RANE founder David Lawrence speaks with Dr. Fred Southwick, an infectious disease specialist at the University of Florida College of Medicine, and Dr. Bill Lang an expert in public health responses to biological incidents, including pandemics. The Latest COVID-19 news includes details about vaccine developments, travel safety, and why the surge in South Africa beares watching in the United States. Stay ahead of risks that ...

Essential Geopolitics: How Russia Could Escalate its War in Ukraine

May 04, 2022 19:49 - 12 minutes - 5.82 MB

As Russia’s war in Ukraine continues, military analysts are questioning both the efficacy of the Kremlin’s military strategy and the state of its forces. But would a failure of either deter Putin’s plans for Ukraine? In this episode of RANE's Essential Geopolitics podcast, Eurasia analyst, Matthew Orr discusses what plans Russia might have for the War in Eastern Ukraine. Subscribe Today. Be Informed for Tomorrow. Join today for our special offer of $1 for 4 weeks. https://cloud.subscribe.str...

Essential Geopolitics: Where are Russia's Spies in Europe?

May 02, 2022 20:34 - 7 minutes - 3.56 MB

This episode of RANE’s Essential Geopolitics podcast is about RANE's exclusive 2-part series on Russia’s spy network in Europe. Sam Lichtenstein wrote it for RANE Worldview. He is the Director of Analysis at RANE. In his column on geopolitics, he wrote that "amid the intense global media coverage of the military conflict in Ukraine, another battle is being waged largely in the shadows: Russia's spy network across Europe is being decimated. RANE Worldview is unlike any other publication today...

Essential Geopolitics: What is Really Happening in Shanghai?

April 27, 2022 19:45 - 10 minutes - 4.74 MB

Let’s talk about Shanghai. Or, rather, let’s talk about China’s zero-covid policy and why it’s not working. This is the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE. We're sure you’ve read some coverage over the past few weeks about the ongoing lockdown in Shanghai, the most populous city in China. Chase Blazek is an Asia Pacific Analyst with RANE, and he talks about the geopolitical implications. Subscribe Today. Be Informed for Tomorrow. Get RANE Worldview for our special offer of $1 for 4 week...

RANE Insights on Security With Brian Lynch: Crisis Communication and Corporate Resiliency

April 27, 2022 07:39 - 30 minutes - 14 MB

In this episode of the RANE podcast series, On Security with Brian Lynch, Brian Lynch discusses business resiliency using communications, emergency preparedness, and response. His guest is Terri Mock, Chief Strategy Officer at RAVE Mobile Safety, a critical communication and collaboration platform. RANE is a risk intelligence company that provides access to critical insights, analysis, and support to ensure business continuity and resiliency for our members. Become a member of the largest co...

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