E76.5: Food shortage, China's grand plan, inflation, French election plus an All-In Summit preview
- Apr 15, 2022
- 37:59
- Full Episode
*** PRODUCER'S NOTE: This is part two of E76. If you want to watch the besties break down Elon vs. Twitter, check out the previous episode: https://youtu.be/9Suaj_0wKV0
0:00 Surprise part two! 1:03 Friedberg breaks down the global food crisis and predicts China's grand plan 9:27 Inflation: 8.5% CPI in March, potential causes, what the rest of 2022 might look like 18:22 Understanding French election results so far 23:08 All-In Summit update and preview
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Referenced in the show: https://thediplomat.com/2022/02/what-does-chinas-horn-of-africa-envoy-mean-for-its-non-intervention-principle/ https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3169076/china-unites-somalia-against-growing-taiwanese-somaliland-ties https://allafrica.com/stories/202203190144.html https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3170851/ukraine-invasion-china-braces-effects-global-fertiliser https://www.economist.com/china/2022/04/09/when-china-worries-about-food-the-world-pays https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3173619/china-didnt-hoard-grains-stockpiling-ensure-domestic-food https://www.wsj.com/articles/us-inflation-consumer-price-index-march-2022-11649725215 https://twitter.com/DavidSacks/status/1485696010290491393 https://www.resultats-elections.interieur.gouv.fr/presidentielle-2022 https://www.nytimes.com/2022/04/13/world/europe/le-pen-nato-russia-germany.html https://www.wsj.com/articles/visa-mastercard-fees-will-hurt-consumers-sen-dick-durbin-says-11650046879 https://summit.allinpodcast.co/
Brief Summary
The episode discusses the global food crisis, inflation, and the All-In Summit, highlighting China's role and predictions for geopolitical tensions.
Key points
- China's Food Stockpile Strategy. China has stockpiled 150% of its annual food consumption, positioning itself as a key player in the global food crisis.
- Impending Economic Slowdown. Experts predict a significant economic slowdown, potentially leading to recession by the end of the year.
- French Election Dynamics. The French election showcases a shift towards populism, with candidates from both extremes gaining traction.
- Precarious Global Moment. The world is facing a tense political climate, with rising populism and instability.
- All-In Summit Excitement. The upcoming All-In Summit promises engaging discussions and exciting parties.
- The Art of Persuasion. A discussion on the loss of persuasion skills in debates.
Episode highlights
- China's Food Stockpile StrategyChina has stockpiled 150% of its annual food consumption, positioning itself as a key player in the global food crisis.“China will use it to maximal leverage.”3:51Apr 15, 2022
- Impending Economic SlowdownExperts predict a significant economic slowdown, potentially leading to recession by the end of the year.“We're definitely headed into an economic slowdown.”16:54Apr 15, 2022
- French Election DynamicsThe French election showcases a shift towards populism, with candidates from both extremes gaining traction.“France is coming undone under this populist fight.”20:25Apr 15, 2022
- Precarious Global MomentThe world is facing a tense political climate, with rising populism and instability.“We're in a really precarious moment in world history.”21:17Apr 15, 2022
- All-In Summit ExcitementThe upcoming All-In Summit promises engaging discussions and exciting parties.“It's going to be a fun time!”32:49Apr 15, 2022
- The Art of PersuasionA discussion on the loss of persuasion skills in debates.“They've lost the art of persuasion.”36:16Apr 15, 2022
- January 6th Tape ReleaseA tease about the upcoming release of a significant tape.“January 6th, we're gonna release the January 16th tape.”36:54Apr 15, 2022
