

Kenneth Rosen
Author and journalist specializing in the Arctic and environmental geopolitics, brought on to discuss the strategic, climatic, and resource-driven significance of the polar north.
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Feb 13, 2026 • 19min
The Battle for the Arctic
Kenneth R. Rosen, author and Arctic specialist, explains why the polar north matters for climate and power. He maps which nations dominate the region. He explores melting ice opening shipping and resources. He discusses military stakes, Russia’s Arctic buildup, and why the US lags on infrastructure.

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Jan 28, 2026 • 1h 40min
Has the World Finally Decided To Stand up to Trump?
Kenneth R. Rosen, author and foreign correspondent who wrote Polar War, discusses the Arctic and Greenland. He outlines why Greenland matters strategically. He explains how a melting Arctic is creating new economic and military stakes. He compares Russia and China’s Arctic moves and why the U.S. relies on partners. He highlights Indigenous impacts and dangers of reporting in the region.

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Feb 23, 2026 • 9min
Why Trump Wants Greenland
Kenneth R. Rosen, investigative journalist specializing in geopolitics and the Arctic. He unpacks why Trump eyed Greenland, the role of wealthy advisers and mineral hopes. He explores political incentives for quick wins, long-term development challenges, and how Greenlanders view Danish ties and independence.

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Jan 14, 2026 • 30min
Trump, Greenland, And The Future Of The Arctic
Kenneth R. Rosen, an expert on Arctic geopolitics and author of 'Polar War,' dives into the complexities of Trump's interest in Greenland. He debunks myths around foreign threats in the region and discusses the implications of U.S. military presence on local communities. Rosen explores the challenges of climate-driven infrastructure decline, Greenland's increasing aspirations for independence, and the changing dynamics of Arctic diplomacy fueled by warming temperatures. He emphasizes the need for U.S. investments in Arctic capabilities to keep pace with rivals.

Jan 8, 2026 • 38min
Melting Ice & Vanishing Cultures: The Chilling Costs of the New Cold War in the Artic
Kenneth Rosen, a journalist and author of Polar War, shares his extensive research on the Arctic and its pressing issues. He discusses the impacts of climate change on indigenous communities and the geopolitical tensions surrounding the region. Rosen highlights Greenland's strategic importance and critiques the U.S.'s diminishing Arctic capabilities. He also raises concerns about the loss of indigenous lifestyles and the potential erosion of NATO cooperation. His compelling travelogue reflects on the Arctic's beauty, while emphasizing the urgent need for sustainable policies.


