Best Jacob Shapiro Podcasts (2025)

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Unpacking the U.S.-Pakistan Reset (with Fahd Humayun) 54:08

2d ago54:08

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Jacob Shapiro speaks with Fahd Humayun about the shifting geopolitical dynamics in South Asia and the Middle East. They discuss Pakistan’s perspective on the Iran-Israel conflict, U.S.-Pakistan relations under a potential second Trump term, and the strategic implications of Pakistan’s recent military and diplomatic moves. The conversation also expl…

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Jacob Shapiro: U.S. Bombs Iran, Now What? — Trump's Gamble, WW3 Fears & A Global Power Shift 47:45

8d ago47:45

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After the U.S. bombed Iran’s nuclear facilities last Saturday, many fear the outbreak of World War III. But geopolitical strategist Jacob Shapiro says something more dangerous may be unfolding: U.S. unpredictability is accelerating global realignment, weakening alliances, and fueling the decline of the dollar. In this must-watch interview with Magg…

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Episode 60: Geopolitical Threats & Opportunities. With Jacob Shapiro and Dee Smith. 26:43

23d ago26:43

26:43

In this special episode of Talking Markets, Maggie Lake is joined by Strategic Insight Group CEO and founder Dee Smith, and Jacob Shapiro, Head of Geopolitical and Macro at The Bespoke Group, to dig into the Operation Spider's Web and its ricochet effects for not just the rules of war but potentially the rules of commerce. The three get into the fa…

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Michael Oliver: This Market Rally Is a Trap, Get Ready for a Major Top Like in 2000 & 2007! 54:09

8h ago54:09

54:09

Is the recent S&P 500 rally a bull trap? Momentum expert Michael Oliver says yes, and the consequences could be brutal. In this powerful interview with James Connor, Oliver draws eerie parallels to the 2000 and 2007 tops, warning that the market’s internal structure has already broken, and investors are being lulled into a false sense of security. …

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Episode 67: How Low Can The Dollar Go? With Dale Pinkert. 32:51

1d ago32:51

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With the WSJ reporting this morning that " the ICE US Dollar Index is headed for its worst first half of a year in at least four decades," how low can the dollar go? Thankfully, we have someone on Talking Markets today who follows the dollar very closely: TradeGateHub Coach Dale Pinkert. He joins Maggie Lake to update us on the dollar, TLT, oil, na…

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Buy, Hold, Sell: Jonathan Wellum on the Rules of Smart Investing 51:13

1d ago51:13

51:13

How do top investors decide when to buy, sell, or hold a stock, and stick with it for decades? In this deep-dive interview, Jonathan Wellum, CEO of RockLinc Investment Partners, breaks down the exact investment process he’s used for 35 years to deliver long-term wealth for clients. Wellum walks us through: How to identify durable and great business…

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558. The Snow White Disney Doesn’t Want You To Know 1:20:47

1d ago1:20:47

1:20:47

Dr. Jordan Peterson offers a psychological and cultural analysis of the Grimm Brothers' Snow White, using it as a lens to explore evolutionary biology, female status hierarchies, fertility suppression, and the pathology of the “evil queen” archetype. Drawing on research in primatology and cultural commentary, Peterson connects ancient folklore to m…

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Eli Clifton on Iran, Ash Bohrer on Hunger Striking for Gaza, Aisha Zizar on Maersk 1:56:24

4d ago1:56:24

1:56:24

Katie is joined by Eli Clifton, senior advisor at the Quincy Institute and investigative journalist at large at Responsible Statecraft. Eli talks about what the hell Trump is doing in the Middle East and what Eli learned as one of the last analysts from a US think tank to visit Iran and speak with Foreign Ministry officials nuclear negotiators.But …

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The Knives are Out for Powell! | Rise UP! 40:31

4d ago40:31

40:31

In this week’s Rise UP! Host Terri Kallsen, Managing Partner of Rise Growth Partners is joined by Bleakley Financial CIO Peter Boockvar and CEO Andy Schwartz for a riveting conversation revolving around the questions: is the recession risk off, the internal battle for Fed Chair Powell’s job and the ramifications of “easy money” and a big win for A.…

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The Largest Standing Army In Europe 49:51

5d ago49:51

49:51

Jacob Shapiro and Rob Larity discuss the recent Israel-Iran conflict and its geopolitical impacts, including President Trump's ceasefire announcement. They analyze the muted market reactions, particularly oil's price drop, despite heightened tensions. The conversation then explores significant shifts in U.S.-Japan relations, highlighting Japan's ri…

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David Woo: Trade War Will Be Back In July — Stocks Are Tariff-Doomed! 57:25

5d ago57:25

57:25

Economist-strategist David Woo says investors are mis-pricing everything: Trump’s soon-to-be revived tariff war, China’s rare-earth dominance, and an AI bubble that’s ripe to burst. Betting on U.S. equities while ignoring these risks, he argues, is the fastest way to get burned. In this explosive interview with Maggie Lake, Woo explains why: Higher…

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557. Balancing Pregnancy, Motherhood and Work | Riley Gaines 1:23:53

5d ago1:23:53

1:23:53

Riley Gaines returns to speak with Dr. Jordan Peterson about marriage, pregnancy, and what it means to pursue both motherhood and mission in a culture that tells women they must choose. Riley shares how her decision to keep fighting for women’s sports and biological reality has only deepened since becoming pregnant with a daughter—and why she refus…

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Postmortem on the Iran-Israel War 57:19

6d ago57:19

57:19

Jacob Shapiro and Marko Papic discuss the aftermath of the Iran-Israel war, analyzing President Trump's controversial claims of obliterating Iran's nuclear program and the broader geopolitical implications. They critique the media's response, evaluate future scenarios for Iran—including regime stability or shifts toward authoritarianism—and express…

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Steve Hanke: Recession Is Coming — The Fed, Trump & Wall Street Are Blind 46:17

6d ago46:17

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Economist Steve Hanke says a U.S. recession is almost inevitable, and warns that the Fed, Wall Street, and Donald Trump are all looking in the wrong direction. In this sharp, wide-ranging interview with James Connor, he explains why ignoring money supply is a fatal flaw in today’s policy and why the economy may be headed for a major contraction. Ha…

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Simon Hunt’s 2025–2028 Crash Warning — Stagflation, War & the BRICS Gold Move 41:51

7d ago41:51

41:51

Economist and strategist Simon Hunt lays out a bold, non-consensus vision of the years ahead, and it’s nothing short of a global reset. In this gripping interview with Maggie Lake, Simon reveals why the U.S. is already in recession, why inflation is far worse than reported, and how a geopolitical escalation with Iran could accelerate the collapse o…

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Episode 66: The Money Illusion. With George Noble. 43:30

8d ago43:30

43:30

All may not be what it seems with equity markets, according to George Noble, who joins us today on Talking Markets for the first time. Equities are actually "down bigly vs gold," he says, calling it a "illusion." With markets mostly "meh" today following the US' strikes on Iran, President Trump telling "EVERYONE" to "KEEP OIL PRICES DOWN," and ques…

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Jordan Peterson Live on Tour: There Are Still Dreams Worth Chasing 58:40

8d ago58:40

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In this live lecture from Omaha, Nebraska, Dr. Jordan B. Peterson weaves through biblical narratives and cultural critique—from Tolstoy’s suicidal despair to Moses’ encounter with the burning bush, from Cain’s failed sacrifice to James Bond as the symbol of romantic adventure. What do these stories have in common? What happens when we replace trans…

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Dr. Mohammad Marandi Live From Iran, Mouin Rabbani on Palestine 45:11

9d ago45:11

45:11

Katie is joined by Dr. Mohammad Marandi, professor of English Literature and Orientalism at the University of Tehran to talk about the Iran, Israel, Resistance, media bias and more. Then Katie talks to Mouin Rabbani about Palestine.For the full discussion, please join us on Patreon at - https://www.patreon.com/posts/patreon-full-dr-131864383Note: T…

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America Strikes Iran 1:24:21

10d ago1:24:21

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Jacob and Marko break down the U.S. bombing of Iranian nuclear sites, unpacking the strategic logic, historical echoes, and likely retaliation scenarios. They debate the possibility of regime change, Iranian restraint, and why Strait of Hormuz closure is the true red line. The cousins also explore Trump’s foreign policy instincts, the limits of mul…

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War & Tariffs Knock At Market’s Door | Rise UP! 37:34

11d ago37:34

37:34

In this week’s Rise UP! Rise Up’s Terri Kallsen, Grimes and Company Principal and Wealth Manager Emily Wood, and Research Director and Portfolio Manager Ben Wallace analyze the week’s big stories and their effects on markets. From the conflict between Israel and Iran to the Fed decision on interest rates to the passing of the Genius Act and its pot…

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Latin America's Moment in Global Chaos 47:26

12d ago47:26

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Jacob Shapiro sits down with Facundo Robles, Program Coordinator at the Wilson Center’s Latin America Program, for a wide-ranging conversation on how the Israel-Iran conflict intersects with Latin America’s geopolitical and economic realities. They unpack why Latin America remains relatively stable amid global volatility, and how rising oil, fertil…

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Chris Casey: The Missed Budget Opportunity & the Looming Fiscal Crisis 30:37

12d ago30:37

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Description: Windrock Wealth Management’s Chris Casey joins Trey Reik to deliver a stark warning: the new budget bill is being dangerously misunderstood, and it could unleash a fiscal and market crisis. With U.S. debt surpassing $37 trillion and deficits exceeding $2 trillion, Casey explains why 2025 may be the year the financial reckoning finally …

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556. How Social Media Is Wrecking Kids' Lives and Stealing Their Childhood | Jonathan Haidt 1:35:08

13d ago1:35:08

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In this urgent conversation, Jonathan Haidt and Jordan Peterson dissect the silent catastrophe facing Gen Z—spiraling anxiety, attention collapse, and social isolation—all amplified by addictive tech. They explore the psychological and spiritual fallout of algorithm-optimized platforms, the gendered impact on boys and girls, and what it means to ra…

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To Bomb or Not To Bomb 1:42:19

13d ago1:42:19

1:42:19

Jacob Shapiro and Marko Papic respond to escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. They unpack the potential for U.S. airstrikes, the unraveling MAGA coalition, and the fantasy of regime change in Iran. Marko draws parallels to the 1999 NATO campaign in Serbia, warning against simplistic assumptions about military power. Jacob proposes four scen…

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Episode 65: Has A Bear Cycle Taken Hold? With Katie Stockton. 32:55

13d ago32:55

32:55

We're thrilled to welcome back Katie Stockton CMT, the founder and managing partner at Fairlead Strategies and PM of the TACK ETF, to Talking Markets. She'll be joining Maggie Lake to discuss the bearish signals she sees on equities and dollar, the upward momentum on gold and oil, and a possible rebound for utilities. Of course, we'll be discussing…

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Harry Dent: 90% Market Crash Coming - What to Do Before & After It Hits 49:28

13d ago49:28

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Economist and author Harry Dent delivers his most urgent warning yet: the U.S. economy is heading into the biggest crash in modern history, and the fallout will be far worse than 2008. In this explosive interview with Maggie Lake, Dent explains why the bubble is already bursting, how stocks could fall up to 90%, and why real estate is ground zero f…

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Tariffs, Trust, and Tokyo 48:17

14d ago48:17

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In this episode, Jacob speaks with Japan analyst Tobias Harris to unpack rising tensions in U.S.-Japan trade relations amid the Trump administration’s tariff blitz. They explore how Japan—historically a close U.S. ally—is reacting to unclear demands, internal U.S. policy chaos, and the potential collapse of trust in American economic leadership. To…

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Crypto’s Tipping Point Is Here: Stablecoins, Tokenization & the Institutional Boom | Chris Perkins 57:39

14d ago57:39

57:39

Crypto isn’t just recovering, it’s evolving. Christopher Perkins, President of CoinFund, joins Wealthion’s Maggie Lake to explain why we’re entering a new era of digital finance. They break down the rise of stablecoins (which could drive $2T in Treasury demand), the tokenization of real-world assets (from stocks to real estate), and why U.S. regula…

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Episode 64: The Outlook for War and Energy. With Doomberg. 45:38

15d ago45:38

45:38

On today's Talking Markets, Maggie Lake sits down with Doomberg to explore the ripple effects of the latest Israel/Iran developments, the reaction of the energy markets, and what Doomberg thinks could be coming next for oil, natural gas, uranium, and more. With open hostilities between Israel and Iran entering a fourth day today, will the spike in …

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Henrik Zeberg: The Final Rally Before a Massive Crash & Global Reset 56:14

15d ago56:14

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Henrik Zeberg joins Maggie Lake to issue a bold and urgent warning: the global economy has already hit the iceberg, and a massive crash may be just months away. But first, he says, markets could soar in a final liquidity-fueled rally, creating one last chance to prepare before everything changes. Henrik lays out his thesis for why we’re nearing the…

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Jordan Peterson Live on Tour: The Hidden Key to a Fulfilling Life 1:22:11

15d ago1:22:11

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In this powerful lecture from the We Who Wrestle With God tour, Dr. Jordan B. Peterson explores why stories aren't just entertainment—but the essential structure through which we perceive reality, aim toward meaning, and shape our lives. From biblical archetypes to everyday struggles, Peterson weaves a compelling argument that our suffering, identi…

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Episode 63: Oil - The Match That Sparks A Crisis? With Michael Gayed & Weston Nakamura. 54:44

18d ago54:44

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The global markets reacted today to Israel's strikes on Iran, with oil and gold up and stocks down. On this special episode of Talking Markets, recorded as markets opened this morning, Maggie Lake sits down with Michael Gayed, Portfolio Manager of the Free Markets ETF and publisher of The Lead-Lag Report, and Weston Nakamura, founder of Across the …

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Bad Economic Data May Be Scary, But There's Money to Be Made From It! | Rise UP! 45:24

18d ago45:24

45:24

In a week of negative data, the Rise UP! team of Terri Kallsen and Bleakley Financial Managing Partner Scott Schwartz and Partner Jeffrey Miller find the upside of investment opportunities. From how a much weaker dollar creates opportunities overseas, to the Mag 7 and the trickle down effect they have on other companies and the huge AI opportunitie…

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Israel Strikes Iran P2: Analyst Kamran Bokhari 33:03

19d ago33:03

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Jacob Shapiro is joined by Middle East expert Kamran Bokhari to analyze the rapidly unfolding Israeli military strikes on Iran. They discuss the strategic implications of Israel’s targeted attacks on IRGC leadership, the potential for regime instability in Tehran, and the calculus behind Washington’s response. Bokhari introduces the concept of “evo…

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Israel Strikes Iran P1: Security Expert Hamidreza Azizi 29:03

19d ago29:03

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Jacob Shapiro speaks with Iranian security expert Hamidreza Azizi to unpack Israel’s unprecedented strikes on Iran. They explore the strategic implications of Israel’s multi-phase assault, including the assassination of top IRGC commanders, the targeting of nuclear and missile infrastructure, and the collapse of Iran’s proxy network. Azizi outlines…

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Israel Strikes Iran 1:02:02

19d ago1:02:02

1:02:02

Jacob Shapiro and Marko Papic react in real time to Israel’s stunning military strikes on Iran. With key nuclear sites hit and top Iranian commanders killed, the cousins break down what this means for Iran’s capacity to retaliate, the role (or lack thereof) of U.S. strategy, and why Saudi Arabia’s response might be the most important of all. They e…

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Hidden Massive Tax Changes Coming In The One Big Beautiful Bill! 27:45

19d ago27:45

27:45

Brandy Maben, Director at WindRock Wealth Management, joins Maggie Lake to unpack what’s buried in the new 1,000+ page ’One Big Beautiful Bill’, and why even middle-class investors and small business owners should be alarmed. From forced IRA distributions and new Roth IRA restrictions to the elimination of grantor trusts and a possible halving of t…

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555. How the Internet Is Breaking Our Brains | Sam Harris 1:35:49

19d ago1:35:49

1:35:49

Jordan Peterson and Sam Harris explore the breakdown of institutions in the digital age, and how difficult it’s become to identify what’s true and what’s not. Harris voices deep concern over the role independent media and social platforms play in amplifying misinformation, especially post-October 7th. They discuss the addictive, fragmenting nature …

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Episode 62: Is The Fed Falling Behind? With Brent Donnelly. 33:55

20d ago33:55

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With inflation softening and global central banks starting to cut, is the Fed falling behind? Brent Donnelly, President of Spectra Markets, joins Maggie Lake to discuss whether Powell can really hold rates steady for much longer, and what happens if the market forces his hand. They also dig into currency risk for investors looking abroad, Brent's o…

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Rick Rule: Gold Could 4X as the U.S. Dollar Implodes | A 1970s-Style Crisis Is Coming? 1:03:55

20d ago1:03:55

1:03:55

Legendary investor Rick Rule joins Wealthion’s Trey Reik to issue a powerful warning: the U.S. dollar is on track to lose 75% of its purchasing power, and gold’s bull market is just getting started. Rick explains why gold could rise 4x in nominal terms over the next decade, why he has zero confidence in the Fed, and how the U.S. is quietly defaulti…

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Manufactured Chaos 1:33:38

21d ago1:33:38

1:33:38

Marko and Jacob unpack the media frenzy and political theater surrounding the ICE raids and escalating protests in Los Angeles. Marko cuts through the noise, calling out the mutually parasitic relationship between Trump and the media, and argues that California’s political posturing may hint at deeper national fissures. They dig into immigration hy…

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Michael Howell: Monetary Inflation Is Here 57:06

21d ago57:06

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Michael Howell warns that the global financial system is approaching a breaking point, not from a recession, but from a massive mismatch between debt and liquidity. As the U.S. and other governments try to roll over trillions in short-term debt at rising interest rates, the quiet result is monetary inflation. In this explosive interview with James …

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