The World in 2026

The World in 2026

Author: Geopolitical Horizons December 26, 2025 Duration: 1:01:48
It’s that time of the year where we look at what 2026 has in store for the world. In this podcast we explore the shifting global landscape as we approach 2026. Is the global order over? Has the role of ideology in foreign policy ended? Will 2026 see a new nuclear and arms race and a new space race? Will the Gen Z protests succeed in 2026 and will Trumps tariff strategy succeed in 2026. Will MAGA, Europe, China and Israel implode in 2026? We conclude with some quickfire predictions for 2026, including the fate of various global leaders.


Trying to make sense of the world's constant shifts requires more than just headlines; it needs context, depth, and a willingness to ask difficult questions. That's the space Geopolitical Horizons occupies. Each episode moves beyond the immediate news cycle to explore the deeper currents shaping our global landscape-the philosophical underpinnings of power, the cultural forces that drive societies, and the historical patterns that quietly repeat themselves. You’ll hear conversations that connect the dots between politics, identity, and human aspiration, offering not just analysis but a framework for personal understanding and growth in an interconnected age. This podcast is built on the idea that true education in current affairs involves examining the why behind the what, fostering a more nuanced perspective that listeners can carry into their own lives and communities. Geopolitical Horizons serves as a guide for those who feel that the standard narratives are insufficient, providing thoughtful commentary that is as concerned with the future of human society as it is with the day's events. It’s an invitation to look further, think deeper, and consider the vast horizon of possibilities that define our shared reality.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 96

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The Geopolitics of the Middle East [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:17
The Middle East seems to always be in the news. From monarchies, to oil, to war to terrorism. Very rarely does a day go by without the Middle East being in the news. On amazon.com the Middle East is the most written abou…
The Geopolitics of Africa [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:22
With its countless ethnic groups, tribes, languages and nations, Africa is not just a huge continent but a very diverse one. The countries in Africa share a history of foreign exploitation and a legacy of poverty and cor…
Semiconductors: The New Oil [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:50
Semiconductors are fast becoming the oil of the 21st century. They are what allow us to get all the power and speed in things like smartphones, tablets, digital TVs, wireless communications infrastructure, network hardwa…
18 Months of War in Ukraine [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:47
The war in Ukraine has just passed its 18-month anniversary. It was on 24 February 2022 when Russian troops crossed into Ukraine beginning Europe's first interstate war since WW2. Since then, the west has provided milita…
2 Years of Taliban 2.0 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:10
It was two years ago on August 15th, when the Afghan people prevailed against another empire as the US got up and left the mountainous country after a disastrous two decade occupation. The Taliban have been busy trying t…
The Geopolitics of Europe [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:06
The ancient Greeks, Romans, the place of the reformation and the enlightenment. The region that found the new world and colonised the world, for the last 500 years Europe defined the world. In this podcast we begin by lo…
The Demise of American Economic Hegemony? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:00
There is lots of chatter about the demise of the dollar, especially since the US placed unprecedented sanctions on Russia. Many US commentators are talking about the end of the dollar's dominance as a number of US allies…
Do French Protests Reveal depth of Social Tensions? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:10
The killing of Nahel Mehzuk, a 17-year-old French-Algerian delivery driver during a traffic stop by French police has led to widespread protests in France. For many, taking to the streets is an expression of frustration…
Q&A - Your Questions Answered [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:54
We asked you on a number of platforms for your questions on geopolitics. We gathered these together and put them to geopolity founder Adnan Khan. 0.52 - Why are relations being normalised with Al-Assad 4:18 - What does E…
The Coup is Over: Is Putin in Trouble? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:45
The events of the weekend in Russia could have been a plot from a Russian drama. A rogue soldier withdraws his units and leaves the battlefront in order to carry out a coup. He takes over a key base in Southern Russia wh…