1809 FBF: The Implications of Americas Past, Present & Future with Peter Zeihan Author of The Accidental Superpower
Today's Flash Back Friday is from episode 442 published last November 21, 2014.
Geography and demographic patterns prove their importance in the discussions featured on today\u2019s Creating Wealth Show. Jason Hartman talks to Peter Zeihan, author of The Accidental Superpower, about the many factors which have affected the economic and social growth of America and several other vital world powers. They consider topics from China\u2019s one-child policy, the comparative strength of the dollar and the how the future looks in terms of oil production and 3D printing.\xa0
Key takeaways
01:50 \u2013 Peter Zeihan has held high-ranking positions within Stratfor, an intelligence company used by government and business officials.
05:10 \u2013 You have to ask the bigger question: \u2018compared to what?\u2019 What are you comparing everything to?
06:03 \u2013 Jason Hartman details some of the guest interviews we have in upcoming episodes of the Creating Wealth Show.\xa0
13.55 \u2013 Geography is still a vital factor to a country\u2019s progress and development, especially when it comes to transportation.
19:20 \u2013 The dollar is the only hard currency in the world that exists in sufficient volume to lubricate the global system. What if the printing press actually was an option?
21:34 \u2013 America\u2019s commitment to free trade still has a huge impact on today\u2019s world economy.
27:04 \u2013 All of the various financial crashes are happening for the same reasons and we need to learn from them.
30:07 \u2013 China is in such a difficult demographical situation that America\u2019s social pressure for near-retirees seems like nothing.\xa0
32:34 \u2013 Boundaries and ideas are starting to change for retirees, but those staying on in work are still in the minority.
34:31 \u2013 The future of American oil production and usage could have totally transformed by this time next year.
37:19 \u2013 The impact of 3D printing on supply chains is just staggering, and it\u2019s going to continue to shrink the industry.
42:42 \u2013 For more information, head to www.Zeihan.com and the book, The Accidental Superpower is available at any local bookstore and online.\xa0
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Mentioned in this episode
The Accidental Superpower: The Next Generation of American Preeminence and the Coming Global Disorder by Peter Zeihan
Money: Master the Game by Tony Robbins
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