James "Spider" Marks
U.S. Army Major-General (ret.) and head of geopolitical strategy at Academy Securities, with over 30 years of service including senior intelligence roles in the LA riots, the Balkans, Korea, and Operation Iraqi Freedom.
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Mar 11, 2026 • 55min
Bits + Bips: Why This U.S. General Believes Iran Could Be a Huge Opportunity
James "Spider" Marks, U.S. Army Major-General (ret.) and geopolitical strategist, draws on 30+ years of intelligence experience. He breaks down what really happened at the Strait of Hormuz, naval and tanker security, and the timelines for political change in Iran. He also explores regional power shifts, signals to China, and how a post-conflict Iran could become an economic opportunity.
