Trump’s Tariffs & What Could Change in 2025 | Rodger Baker (RANE) Joins the Show

Trump’s Tariffs & What Could Change in 2025 | Rodger Baker (RANE) Joins the Show

Author: Arav Kapoor May 18, 2025 Duration: 53:57

Now that we are over 100 days into President Donald J. Trump's second term in the White House, the biggest pattern that we have seen is CHANGE. In this episode, geopolitical expert Rodger Baker of RANE breaks down what this change means for global markets, U.S.–China relations, and the future of tariffs as well as how the unconventional nature of this administration changes the way that analysts, like Mr. Baker, work to predict geopolitical changes and effects. Thank you to Mr. Baker for joining me on The GeoPolitical!

DISCLAIMER: This interview was recorded at the begining of February, 2025; 3 weeks into the 2nd Trump Administration. Global dynamics are ever-changing so, all information shared in this interview is current to its recording date. Thank you for your understanding.


THIS INTERVIEW WAS ORIGINALLY POSTED ON YOUTUBE ON May 4th, 2025. THIS INTERVIEW WAS RECORDED AT THE BEGINING OF FEBRUARY.


Find the full video version of this interview on YouTube, here:

https://youtu.be/trBWqHyDAZs



Arav Kapoor hosts The GeoPolitical, a series of conversations that dig into the deep connections between our world's landscapes, power structures, and past events. Each episode features interviews with a diverse range of guests, from renowned experts to individuals with unique ground-level perspectives, all contributing to a richer understanding of the forces that shape our lives. The discussions flow freely across disciplines, examining how geography influences political decisions, how economic policies are rooted in historical context, and how these elements are forever intertwined. You'll hear nuanced explorations of current global tensions, the historical underpinnings of regional conflicts, and the economic realities that define nations and communities. This podcast thrives on the belief that to understand the present, we must map the intricate routes of history, terrain, and human ambition. Tune in for thoughtful dialogue that refuses to treat these subjects in isolation, offering instead a connected and compelling narrative about the world as it is and how it came to be.
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