Geopolitics
World events, energy markets, sovereign debt, and the macro forces that make preparedness rational in the first place. Analysis from people who explain why things are tightening — not marketers selling fear.
Showing 238 videos · runtime 5–15 min
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Houthis Reshaping the Middle East
Analysis of Houthi military capabilities and regional influence in the Middle East conflict landscape.
This May Doom our Way of Life more than Iran or Russia
Alastair Crooke examines an emerging systemic threat with potential to disrupt modern civilization more significantly than conventional geopolitical conflicts.
Trump is Right About Europe's Border Problem
Analysis of European border security challenges and migration policy implications for regional stability.
It Might Be Too Late
Assessment of current global conditions and implications for personal preparedness planning.
How Two Regional Wars Become a World War
Analysis of escalation pathways from localized conflicts to global military confrontation.
This Is Getting Serious: They Want This To Happen
Analysis of global instability and preparation strategies for anticipated disruption.
It's Happening Just Like I Said
Observer commentary on emerging world conditions and personal preparation strategies in response to unfolding events.
A Peace Deal Without Ukraine May Be On the Way
Analysis of emerging diplomatic developments and their potential implications for the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
The Meme is Actually Real... It's Worse
Examines a viral claim about economic or social conditions to determine its accuracy and real-world implications.
Israel's Position on a Palestinian State Dooms Israel to Strategic Defeat
Analysis of Israel's geopolitical strategy and long-term security implications of Palestinian statehood negotiations.
Europe Is Like a War Zone
Assessment of current European conditions and their implications for preparedness and relocation planning.
Europe is Burning
Analysis of escalating crises across Europe and their implications for preppers and survival planning.
Diesel Now Cheaper in Russia Than The US | Record Bear Attacks in Russia
Energy price comparison between Russia and the US, plus analysis of increasing wildlife threats in Russian regions.
How Are They Letting This Happen?
Commentary on current global conditions and emerging threats from a prepper perspective.
The Fights Start: Pumps Are Empty
Early warning signs of fuel supply disruption and the cascade effects on critical infrastructure and civilian access.
Ex CIA Officer Larry Johnson Confronts the UN Security Council on Ukraine
Analysis of Ukraine conflict dynamics and international diplomacy from former intelligence official perspective.
What About No Fuel? Bali Is Shut Down
Case study of supply-chain disruption and fuel scarcity in Bali; explores real-world implications of energy shortages on regional economies.
MBS Runs Out of Options; Burnham Blames Iran
Analysis of Saudi Arabia's military constraints in Yemen, regional alliance failures, and US intervention pressure amid Houthi escalation.
I Will Act Immediately. They Are Spreading.
Assess emerging threats and prioritize immediate preparedness actions based on observed global developments.
Why is France Burning?
Analysis of civil unrest and social breakdown risks in France and their broader implications for Western stability.
All NATO Does is Drag Out the Russia Ukraine War
Analysis of NATO's strategic role in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and its implications for war duration.
I Give Up. There Is Something Wrong Here
The creator expresses concern about global instability and signals a shift in preparedness focus amid perceived systemic deterioration.
I Told You Everything Would Hit At Once
Analysis of concurrent global crises—hurricanes, flooding, fuel shortages, civil unrest, infrastructure threats, and geopolitical conflict—and why early preparation matters.
Russian Refinery Strikes Put Trump and Ukraine on a Collision Course
Analysis of Russian refinery attacks, their impact on energy markets, and geopolitical implications for US-Ukraine policy.
Editor's note
“Added 2026-05-29: the link between world events and household preparedness is too direct to bury inside Money or Education. Watch this category to see why the rest of the categories matter.”
— Cockroach editorial
Why are millions of people in the street?
Analysis of global civil unrest across multiple countries, emerging surveillance technology, and government control systems.
Israel's Toxic Grip on U.S. Policy
Examines how Israeli interests influence American foreign policy decisions and their geopolitical consequences.
They Should Have Listened. The Streets Are On Fire
Analysis of concurrent unrest, resource reallocation, and economic disruption across the U.S. and Europe, and their potential interconnection.
The French Revolt Is Going Full Bore
Analysis of civil unrest and social instability emerging in France and implications for broader geopolitical tension.
I Told You to Prepare: 666 Days After Lockdown—Here We Are Again
Monitor Russia's unexplained health and infrastructure disruptions to assess whether preparedness action is warranted.
The Final Map Is Taking Shape: Global Military Positioning and Emerging Conflict
Analysis of US, Russian, and Chinese military positioning, regional spheres of influence, and convergent geopolitical tensions.
Spain Crisis: Sanchez Calls for Early Elections
Analysis of political instability in Spain and early election announcement, with implications for European economic and social stability.
This Is What I Was Afraid Of: 21-Day Lockdown in Russia
Analysis of a pneumonia outbreak in Siberia involving quarantine protocols, security response, and pneumonic plague risk factors.
U.S. No Longer Sole Global Power
Analysis of the shifting multipolar world order, great-power tensions, and prospects for peaceful conflict resolution amid weakening diplomacy.
Spain Housing Crisis: The Left Takes Over Madrid
Analysis of Spain's housing crisis and its political and economic implications for urban stability.
Air Defenses Activated in American Sky
Overview of recent air defense system activations and what they may indicate about emerging threats.
Watch This Outbreak: Plague Reported in Russia
Overview of a plague outbreak reported in Russia and its potential implications for preparedness planning.
They Are Looting and No One Will Talk About It
Analysis of resource depletion and systemic breakdown signals in current economic and social conditions.
The West Is Choosing War With Russia
Analysis of escalating US-NATO military posture toward Russia and implications for global conflict risk.
Operation Fortress: America Is Preparing for the Grid to Go Down
US defense officials discuss contingency planning for civilian grid failure, including military supply chains, fuel, medicine, and backup power.
It's Worse than You Think
Assessment of deteriorating conditions and their implications for preparedness planning and resilience.
I Can See Where This Ends: Missiles and Drones Are Launched
Analysis of escalating global military tensions and what preppers should anticipate in response.
The Global Fight for Diesel Begins
Analysis of emerging diesel supply constraints and their implications for global energy markets and preparedness.
Poland Intercepts Russian Aircraft
Analysis of Poland's air defense response to Russian aircraft incursions and implications for regional security escalation.
Russia Knows NATO Has No Air Defense / Neutrality Studies Pascal Lottaz & Lt Col Daniel Davis
Analysis of NATO air defense capabilities, Russian strategic perception, and implications for European security and neutrality doctrine.
Pentagon Kept Iran Missile Strike on Marines Concealed
Analysis of a concealed Iranian missile attack on US Marines and its implications for military transparency and regional conflict.
U.S. Base on High Alert Delta
Analysis of elevated alert status at a U.S. military installation and potential preparedness implications.
We Should Have Known. They Are Locking It All Down.
Analysis of emerging restrictions and systemic changes affecting preparedness planning and personal autonomy.
Russia Issues Red Alert Special Military Operation
Analysis of recent Russian military activity and escalation signals relevant to geopolitical risk assessment.