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Welcome to "The Greenfield Reportwith Henry R. Greenfield," where 50+ years of world travels across 10 countries shape insightful takes on current geopolitical events. Join Robert for eye-opening global reports with practical local solutions, and enjoy guest appearances offering fresh perspectives. Embark on a journey of understanding and lively discussion.
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Episode 20- Supply Chain Evolution: Past, Present, and Green Future
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The global supply chain is undergoing a seismic shift, and few understand these changes better than Jean-François Rey, a veteran consultant who's advised the world's most prestigious firms including PricewaterhouseCooper and Arthur Anderson. Speaking from his home in southern France, Rey offers a masterclass in how international trade actually work…
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Episode 19- The Three-Legged Stool: Trump's Plan to Become the Richest Man in the World.
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What happens when an economic vision serves the ultra-wealthy while shifting costs to average Americans? In this eye-opening episode, Henry R. Greenfield dissects Trump administration's "three-legged stool" economic strategy and reveals how it fundamentally reshapes American economic priorities and global relationships. Greenfield takes listeners d…
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Episode 17- Three Empires and Europe's Uncertain Future: Navigating Challenges 80 Years After WWII
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Europe stands at a crossroads 80 years after the end of World War II, facing three existential challenges from China, Russia, and America that threaten its sovereignty and way of life. The continent must decide whether to step up and protect its democracies or allow external powers to determine its future as the post-American century unfolds. • Xi …
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Episode 16- America's Shrinking Global Footprint Under Trump
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The global chess board is being dramatically reshaped, and America's position as the dominant player is rapidly diminishing. Trump's second administration has launched what can only be described as a systematic withdrawal from global leadership across multiple domains, creating what critics have termed "MASA" - Make America Small Again. The evidenc…
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Episode 15- America's Labor Dilemma: Guest Workers vs Trump's Plan
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Trump's recent proposal to remove illegal immigrants only to bring them back with stipends exposes a critical realization: America needs immigrant labor for jobs its citizens no longer want. Reporting from Monte Carlo, Henry Greenfield observes a microcosm of this reality – wealthy residents completely dependent on imported labor for essential serv…
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Episode 14- China, Tariffs, and Global Economy Shifts. Part 2 with Eric Hendriks
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Henry Greenfield welcomes Dr. Eric Hendriks for a penetrating analysis of the structural imbalances between Chinese and American economies, revealing why tariffs may be the wrong solution for addressing deep economic disparities. Drawing on insights from prominent economists like Michael Pettis and Ray Dalio, Dr. Hendriks exposes a fundamental cont…
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Episode 13- China's Grand Strategy: Past, Present, and Future. Part 1 with Dr. Eric Hendriks
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Few geopolitical relationships will shape our future more profoundly than the complex dance between China and the West. In this eye-opening episode, we're joined by Dr. Eric Hendricks, a Dutch sociologist who brings extraordinary credentials to our conversation about China's past, present, and future trajectory. In this, the first part of a two-par…
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Donald Trump's sudden tariff reduction for most countries (while maintaining them on China) wasn't strategic policy, but a moment of panic that nearly triggered a 2008-style financial crisis. At stake was the bedrock of American economic power: the U.S. Treasury bond system and global faith in America's creditworthiness. The Treasury bond market—re…
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Episode 11- Budapest Crossroads: Orban's Diplomatic Maneuvers. With Gabriella
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From the former heart of the Austro-Hungarian Empire to today's diplomatic chess board, Budapest's role in global politics continues to fascinate and surprise. My recent conversation with Gabriella, a keen observer of Hungarian politics, revealed how Prime Minister Viktor Orban has transformed this Central European capital into an essential hub whe…
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Episode 10- Solving America's Debt Crisis: A Practical Roadmap
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The national debt crisis threatens America's economic future, yet politicians from both parties have avoided meaningful solutions for decades. We dive deep into the practical pathways toward fiscal sanity without sacrificing essential services or imposing regressive tariffs on working families. Our comprehensive analysis reveals how strategic refor…
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Episode 9- Europe's Democratic Leadership in a Post-American World. With Marc Finaud
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The geopolitical landscape is shifting dramatically as the United States under Trump abandons its traditional role as leader of the democratic world. In this riveting conversation with veteran French diplomat Marc Finaud, Henry R. Greenfield explores whether Europe can—and should—step into this leadership vacuum. Finaud brings remarkable perspectiv…
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Episode 8- The $29 Trillion Question: Navigating the US Budget Deficit and National Debt
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Could the United States be heading toward fiscal collapse? In this eye-opening episode, Henry R. Greenfield takes on America's growing budget deficit and national debt crisis, breaking down complex financial realities into stark, understandable terms. The numbers are staggering: a $29 trillion national debt (98% of GDP), annual deficits exceeding $…
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Episode 7- Trump's Team Leak: A Diplomatic Disaster
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Leaked text messages from Trump's inner circle have detonated a diplomatic bomb in the heart of transatlantic relations. This explosive revelation shows Vice President JD Vance, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and other key administration officials openly expressing disdain for European allies regarding military action against Houthi rebels in the …
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Episode 6- The Growing Constitutional Crisis in the United States.
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America stands at a constitutional precipice, and Henry Greenfield's latest commentary offers a stark, urgent analysis of what's at stake. As Donald Trump's self-proclaimed "golden age" unfolds, a dangerous pattern has emerged—one where judicial authority faces unprecedented challenges from the executive branch. Greenfield meticulously dissects Tru…
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Episode 5- Nuclear Umbrella Conclusion: Europe's Post-Trump Security Dilemma. Part 2 with Marc Finaud
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In this episode of the Greenfield Report, which is the conclusion of a two-part conversation, host Henry R. Greenfield and guest Marc Finaud dive into the complexities of the U.S. nuclear umbrella and its significance amid global tensions. They explore the European dynamics of Russian aggression, Trump's doctrine, and NATO's reactions. Finaud discu…
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Episode 4- Nuclear Umbrella: Europe's Post-Trump Security Dilemma. Part 1 with Marc Finaud
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Nuclear weapons have become the ultimate trump card in global power dynamics, with Europe scrambling to redefine its security posture as questions swirl about America's long-term commitment to NATO. While European nations collectively invest a staggering trillion euros into conventional military capabilities, the nuclear equation remains far more c…
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Episode 3- Trump's Global Reshuffle: Unpacking Chaos and Strategy
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In his latest address on "The Greenfield Report," Henry R Greenfield narrates how Donald Trump is reshaping the global landscape with his unorthodox strategies. By opting for a transactional, zero-sum approach, Trump has disrupted alliances and unsettled markets in just seven weeks. Despite inheriting a robust economy from Biden, Trump's vision for…
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Episode 2- The End of an Era: Europe and America's Changing Dynamics
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In Episode 2 of The Greenfield Report, join Henry R. Greenfield as he unravels the historical shifts and current challenges facing Europe and the United States. Broadcasting from France, Henry examines the century-long dominance of American influence over Europe, now poised for significant transformation under Trump. Discover how Trump's policies c…
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Episode 1- The Coalition of the Willing: Europe's Stand Against US Isolation
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In the inaugural episode of the Greenfield Report on Global Gist, Henry R. Greenfield explores the escalating tensions between the US and European democracies concerning Ukraine. As JD Vance embarks on a controversial European visit, endorsing Germany's far-right AfD party, US-Europe relations deteriorate. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's announ…
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