Soar Financially, Released on 2/16/25

In this episode of Soar Financially, Kai Hoffmann speaks with Colonel Douglas MacGregor, a renowned geopolitical expert. They discuss the rising tensions between Israel and Iran, the ongoing war in Ukraine, and the shifting balance of global power. MacGregor shares his insights on why the U.S. is closer to disaster than many realize, how NATO is weakening, and why a major regional conflict could erupt by March. They also explore China’s strategic position, Russia’s growing influence, and whether the U.S. is prepared for the challenges ahead. Is NATO on the path to extinction? Will the Middle East crisis spiral into a WW3? And what does this all mean for global stability in 2025?

00:00 – War by March? MacGregor’s Warning
00:27 – Introduction & Guest Introduction
01:29 – Global Security: Are We on the Brink?
02:55 – Who Really Wants War?
03:51 – Middle East Crisis: A Dangerous Turning Point
05:36 – Turkey’s Rising Power & Regional Ambitions
09:08 – Could Turkey Invade Israel?
10:31 – U.S. Role in the Middle East: A Mistake?
11:58 – BRICS, De-Dollarization & Global Shifts
13:24 – Oil, Coal & The Future of Energy Markets
18:18 – Trump’s Gaza Plan: A Game-Changer?
20:02 – Iran, Israel & The Risk of All-Out War
22:15 – China’s Role & Would They Defend Iran?
24:38 – Russia’s Strength: A Power to Reckon With?
28:08 – NATO’s Future: Is It Dying?
31:36 – Germany & Europe’s Role in a Changing World
35:18 – What’s Next for U.S. Foreign Policy?
40:11 – Taiwan & China: The Next Flashpoint?
42:51 – The Biggest Global Risk in 2025
45:30 – Final Thoughts & Where to Follow MacGregor

Col. Douglas A. Macgregor USA (Ret.) is a decorated combat veteran with a PhD in International Relations from the University of Virginia. He is the author of five books and is the executive vice president of Burke-Macgregor Group LLC, a Defense and Foreign Policy consulting firm in Northern Virginia. He is the CEO of Our Country Our Choice.

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