The Duran Podcast

Oil, food, trade and people; BRICS play long game

Renowned economist and professor Jeffrey Sachs joins Alexander Mercuris to discuss US policy towards China's economy, drawing parallels with past approaches against Japan and the Soviet Union. They explore strategies such as unilateral tariffs, market blockades, and tax cuts, along with China's response and formation of alliances. The impact of US policy on China's economy is examined, including China's efforts to seek alternative markets and economic cooperation with other countries. The podcast also touches on Biden's corruption, Germany's political will, and Poland's reckless ambitions.

Prigozhin plane crash, domestic and external actors

Trump Georgia indictment, Tiberius Gracchus The Duran: Episode 1677

Biden White House wants armistice in Ukraine

Biden Scandals & Trump Indictments w/ Robert Barnes (Live)

Analysis of Biden administration's diplomacy with Saudi Arabia, including efforts to persuade them to establish relations with Israel and accept US military bases. Speculation on inducements like security guarantees and assistance with nuclear program. Examination of China and Russia's response and implications for Saudi-US relationship. Exploring Saudi Arabia's motivations for nuclear weapons and potential consequences.

Topics include Ukraine's preparations for conflict, Europe's misalignment with US interests, clever individuals and their misconceptions, skepticism towards a plan for West Germany, and potential consequences of a Russian offensive.

The podcast delves into the debates and discussions surrounding the upcoming BRICS Summit in South Africa, covering topics such as potential new members, the launch of a new currency, and the implications for the dollar's position as a reserve currency. It also explores the interconnection between expansion, the new currency, and trade, as well as analyzing the China-India border dispute and the evolution of BRICS as an international organization. Additionally, it discusses the growing interest in BRICS and the influence of the Biden administration on countries seeking alternative alliances.

The podcast discusses the lack of progress in Ukraine's counter-offensive, the missed opportunity of the Biden White House to negotiate, calls for escalation and criticism of Biden's advisors, efforts to prolong the conflict in Ukraine, and the potential actions of neocons in pushing for a nuclear confrontation and banning of a political party in Germany.