A decades-old policy of “strategic ambiguity” is breaking down; we ask about the <a href="https://www.economist.com/leaders/2021/05/01/the-most-dangerous-place-on-earth?utm_campaign=the-intelligence&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_source=third-party-host&amp;utm_content=show-notes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">risks and the stakes</a> of a potential Chinese bid to take Taiwan by force. The number of diseases jumping from animals to humans is set to keep rising; we look at why, and how to make the jump rarer. And the <a href="https://www.economist.com/books-and-arts/2021/04/24/the-misguided-quest-to-interpret-canine-language?utm_campaign=the-intelligence&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_source=third-party-host&amp;utm_content=show-notes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">misguided mission</a> to understand canine communication. For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, subscribe here <a href="http://www.economist.com/intelligenceoffer" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.economist.com/intelligenceoffer</a> &#10;&nbsp; <hr>See <a style='color: grey; ' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Strait shooting? The growing peril to Taiwan

Today another state will enact a “permitless carry” law—no licence, checks or training required. We ask why states’ <a href="https://www.economist.com/united-states/2021/05/01/many-states-are-pushing-through-more-permissive-gun-laws?utm_campaign=the-intelligence&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_source=third-party-host&amp;utm_content=show-notes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">loosening</a> of safeguards fails to reflect public sentiment. Brexit has supercharged <a href="https://www.economist.com/briefing/2021/04/15/brexit-has-reinvigorated-scottish-nationalism?utm_campaign=the-intelligence&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_source=third-party-host&amp;utm_content=show-notes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Scottish nationalism</a>, and this week’s elections may pave the way to another independence referendum. And a long-forgotten coffee species <a href="https://www.economist.com/science-and-technology/2021/04/22/how-to-save-coffee-from-global-warming?utm_campaign=the-intelligence&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_source=third-party-host&amp;utm_content=show-notes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">may weather</a> the climate-change era.For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, subscribe here <a href="http://www.economist.com/intelligenceoffer" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.economist.com/intelligenceoffer</a> &#10;&nbsp; <hr>See <a style='color: grey; ' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Cache and carry: American states’ gun-law push

So seductive to spend your finest hours climbing mountains that, at the end, turn out to be the wrong ones.

I want you to experience an uncommon life. One where you feel fully alive, release your chains, display your gifts and help the world.

So kindly remember…

The true leader–the genuine world-builder–lives to the point. Acutely concentrated on the few high priorities that will deliver the life of their greatest aspirations. At the end.

Most of my adult life I’ve been spreading this core message [long before it became cool]: impact is more valuable than income. And what matters most isn’t only how you live. It’s who you help. Personally–I’ve never been so invested in doing my part to serve as many people as possible. It’s a primary calling for any real A-Player. And I respectfully ask you to do the same.

So stop overthinking every move. Stop worrying about things that probably will never happen. Stop playing small with your brilliance. Stop being so terrified of reflection. And start living the way the best part of you knows you need to be living.

So at the end, you’ll have been fully human. And genuinely amazing.

The Most Essential Pursuit of a Legendary Life

The real value of any work is what the process makes of you. And to walk into the fires of the projects you are resisting is to reclaim the self-respect you’ve been too often denying. Which will make you more confident. And absolutely more positive.

The Project You Are Most Resisting Carries Your Greatest Growth

Losing yourself in the service of others is a beautiful formula for becoming happier as we navigate these messy times.

Find a crusade. Detect a mighty mission that will consume you, taking your mind and heart off of the messiness that’s all around us.

To lead is to serve. And to help is to prosper.

A Beautiful Formula for Becoming Happier as We Navigate this Season

There are two types of power: fake power and true power.

Fake power is fleeting, limited and fragile. Social standing, financial worth, positions and titles all come from this realm of power.

True power is much more substantial—and sustaining. It’s real and it’s honest and it lasts. Your natural creativity, productivity, bravery and decency belong to this universe of power.

At the current evolution point of our world, the majority reveres the first form. Those with the most social media followers, material objects and public adulation are considered to be the winners.

And yet, I deeply believe that the genuine heroes and the authentic titans are the very few who measure their greatness by the magic of their work, the size of their impact and by the purity of their character.

Yes our planet is dealing with a plague and wars and wildfires and social unrest. Yet, you have the true power to manage your mind, open your heart, upgrade your fitness and send your soul aflight with joy and service.

You do have this power. This I know to be true.

Lead You First

These are complex times and each of us needs to protect our positivity, defend our productivity and insulate our courage.

We are called human beings versus “human doings” for a reason: we’re meant to take breaks from our creativity, productivity and contribution to our community. Exhausted people never become game-changers. Or joyful souls.

Non-stop working [and social media checking] leaves no room for new ideas to incubate [and novel experiences to reform your imagination].

The pandemic has forced us all to slow down. This gives us the great chance to get to know ourselves better. Our gifts and talents. Our fears and wounds. And as we use this period to build higher selves, we remake tragedy into triumph.

One Way to Magnify Your Confidence in Uncertain Times

Today's podcast looks at a Quinnipiac poll that has very bad news for Joe Biden in it and wonders at the choices he's made that have led him to this pass. How are we to understand him? Give a listen.

Is He a Fool or an Idiot?

Russian military expert Andrei Martyanov discusses the dangers of American exceptionalism, globalism, and how our societies have become totalitarian. He explains how American military might was lost years ago and how Russia has not only become a peer competitor, but is decades ahead of the U.S. with a missile gap that has become a "technological abyss," possessing hypersonic weapons against which there is no defense (and which the U.S. does not have), air defense complexes (e.g. S-500s), and so on. True strength lies in possessing both an advanced physical economy together with first-rate military power. Russia has moved to a completely different tactical and operational paradigm. Conventionally, NATO and the U.S. can do nothing, Russia doesn't sweat them at all. The only war possible would be escalation to the nuclear threshold, but he believes there are enough smart people in Washington to prevent that. He comments on the disintegration of America culturally, and economically, which includes possibilities of hyperinflation and civil war. He believes the pandemic is a leverage points for the changeover of the old guard.

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Andrei Martyanov: It's Game Over for the West #249

James Corbett discusses where his head is at after all these years of doing what he's been doing and what's most pressing on his mind at the moment. He agrees that the COVID1984 biosecurity state is one of the central problems facing humanity today. The Digital ID system is being implemented in the very near-term and will then be forwarded through social credit scores and CBDCs. James warns against hopium and that although we've won some battles, we are not winning the war. He discusses how he views the elite global power structure and their visions of the future such as eugenics, transhumanism, and technocracy. He gives his thoughts on the prospects of future war, how to think about deep politics, as well as solutions.

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An award-winning investigative journalist, James Corbett has lectured on geopolitics at the University of Groningen's Studium Generale, and delivered presentations on open source journalism at The French Institute for Research in Computer Science and Automation's fOSSa conference, at TedXGroningen and at Ritsumeikan University in Kyoto.

He started The Corbett Report website in 2007 as an outlet for independent critical analysis of politics, society, history, and economics. Since then he has written, recorded and edited thousands of hours of audio and video media for the website, including a podcast and several regular online video series.

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James Corbett: Biosecurity is the New Governance Paradigm for the Planet #258

Little things matter. They add up. And they can lead to HUGE results. Join me for this inspiring episode, where we look at 9 small, smart habits that can completely shift the course of your life. (If you sometimes feel like you “don’t have time” to hit your goals, or if you struggle with self sabotage, this is an absolute must-listen episode.) Enjoy!

Monday Motivation is a weekly dose of epic inspiration, delivered directly to you! These “mini episodes” are designed to clear out any mental clutter, shift you into clarity and uplift your spirit, so you can dive into your week bursting with love, focus and excitement.

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327: 9 SMALL Habits That Lead To MASSIVE Success

Bestselling author of 15 books (including The 5AM Club), globally celebrated leadership expert and philanthropist; Robin Sharma is considered to be one of the top 5 leadership experts in the world. His work is embraced by rock stars, royalty, billionaires and many celebrity CEOs. 

Deeply passionate about helping children in need live happier, healthier lives, Robin founded The Robin Sharma Foundation for Children (RSFC) as a registered charitable foundation. 

Visit www.robinsharma.com to learn more.

One Way to Magnify Your Confidence in Uncertain Times

Robin Sharma

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