World Collapse Expert (Ian Bremmer): The Real Crisis Is What Comes After Trump
Summary
Steven Bartlett interviews political scientist Ian Bremmer about his 2026 Global Risk Report, focusing on US geopolitical uncertainty, China’s dominance in critical minerals, and AI risks. They analyze Trump’s failed military strategies in Venezuela and Iran, arguing that his impulsive leadership and lack of expert pushback have destabilized the Middle East. Bremmer predicts Trump will lose the midterms, leaving a power vacuum where Iran leverages the Strait of Hormuz to negotiate nuclear compromises.
Topics discussed
Intro, Helix sponsorship, and show overview
Global risks, US political revolution, and economic shifts
Middle East conflict: Iran, Israel, and Trump's strategy
Iran's internal structure and regional security dynamics
Geopolitical shifts: US, Europe, Russia, and China
European economic decline and energy policy mistakes
AI risks, cybersecurity, and the future of work
AI governance, political polarization, and societal impact
AI regulation, human connection, and resisting algorithms
Conclusion, guest reflections, and NetSuite sponsorship
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