How Likely Is World War 3? ~ The Global Risk Expert
Leading, and The Rest is Politics
Political scientist Ian Bremmer joins Rory Stewart and Alastair Campbell to explore the major risks facing our world today. They examine how we arrived at our current geopolitical situation, from shifting power structures to the rise of Trump and populist movements. The conversation covers critical flashpoints like Ukraine and the Middle East, while considering how technology and resource competition could shape future conflicts. Looking ahead to 2025, they assess the challenges we face while offering reasons for hope.
Timeline:
00:00 Introducing existential risk
04:04 How did we get here
09:59 Are we building up to war?
13:15 Do we live in a global oligarchy?
17:30 Why did Trump win the election?
27:59 ‘America First’
29:40 Will Trump enact tariffs?
32:01 Will Trump enact mass deportations
33:18 What are the risks in Ukraine and the Middle East
37:28 Will Israel go after Iran?
41:57 Does technology make you militarily untouchable?
45:15 Will the fight for resources make war more likely?
47:47 Trump’s appointments
51:58 The risks for 2025
53:05 A bit of hope…