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Doug Casey's Take [ep.#339] Michael Yon: The Life You Had Before is Over...
Youtube ^ | 8 Aug, 2024 | Doug Casey, Matt Smith and guest Michael Yon

Posted on 08/09/2024 6:42:09 AM PDT by MtnClimber

Today we're joined by Michael Yon, a former Green Beret and Independent War Correspondent, to explore multifaceted threats confronting the United States and the world. We delve into global migration patterns, the influence of China, and the erosion of Western cultures, with Yon providing on-the-ground insights from his travels to critical geopolitical hotspots such as the Darien Gap, Okinawa, and Panama. The discussion addresses impending civil unrest, the role of information warfare, and strategic global power manipulations, highlighting the urgency of recognizing and addressing these escalating threats. And we examine the dire cultural and societal issues within the United States, focusing on the rampant drug epidemic, its impact on society’s susceptibility to control, and the strategies for individuals to safeguard their future through preparedness and organization.

00:00 Introduction: The State of the Nation

00:45 Interview with Michael Yon: Background and Expertise

01:13 Global Hotspots: Key Locations and Issues

02:40 Japan's Health Crisis and Chinese Influence

04:42 Migration and Information Warfare

08:39 The Situation in Canada and Europe

21:58 The Tribal Dynamics of Conflict Zones

41:17 The Strategic Importance of Panama and Colombia

47:59 Understanding Cultural Substrates

48:28 Migration Issues in the Western World

49:08 Election Integrity Concerns

49:51 Border Security and Migration Patterns

53:18 The Role of NGOs in Migration

54:14 Economic and Social Impacts of Migration

01:01:18 Cultural and Societal Changes

01:03:27 The Role of Media and Influencers

01:15:56 Military Perspectives and Leadership

01:20:18 Preparing for Future Challenges

01:28:04 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

(Excerpt) Read more at youtube.com ...


TOPICS: Business/Economy; Society
KEYWORDS: civilunrest; globalism; michaelyon; security
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I watched last night and probably will watch again today. A great overview on the situation in the USA and the rest of the world. Very much worth the time.
1 posted on 08/09/2024 6:42:09 AM PDT by MtnClimber
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To: MtnClimber

Bump


2 posted on 08/09/2024 6:44:40 AM PDT by fso301
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To: Tilted Irish Kilt; Tolerance Sucks Rocks; 4Liberty; Big Red Badger; chicagolady; Freee-dame; ...
Bracken ping.

From Matt's Gab post:

Matthew Bracken

@Matt_Bracken

15h · I rarely do this . . . but I'm doing this. Reschedule your night, and watch/listen to this 1.5 hour @Michael_Yon podcast video instead of what you were going to do.

BLUF: shitcan your [hypothetical] international studies degree. This podcast is worth 10X more. No, 100X. This is distilled essence. The pure water flowing out of the rock spring. No filter, not needed.

Yon is a month into fasting and reading century+ old books on Okinawa. His autodidact genius is 2+ next level. Built upon living and traveling in 100+ countries during most of his adult life. Not in safe Western "green zones" but out with the local farmers on every continent [except in Antarctica. No farmers.] In real combat, as a civilian war photographer. After being a very young Green Beret. [Which was too boring---in peacetime---I can relate.]

Please, just listen to this podcast. Twice would be better. Take notes. PhDs are quiet when Yon is speaking from the top-front of his mind without a script. Share it to everyone you know who you think has a 110+ IQ. [Don't waste your time with normies.]

3 posted on 08/09/2024 6:45:33 AM PDT by MtnClimber (For photos of scenery and wildlife, click on my screen name for my FR home page. More photos added.)
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To: fso301

4 posted on 08/09/2024 6:45:48 AM PDT by z3n (Kakistocracy)
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To: MtnClimber; Godzilla; metmom

*PING*

I watch ‘Prepper Princes’ and she has been on a bender like no other for the past few months; she is convinced that The End is Nigh.

I’m not quite there yet, but I AM paying attention.


5 posted on 08/09/2024 6:46:52 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have, 'Hobbies.' I'm developing a robust Post-Apocalyptic skill set. )
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I’m suspecting she’s right.

I’ve had an uncomfortable feeling about this rest of this year with the elections and how well the democrats take losing.


6 posted on 08/09/2024 6:54:57 AM PDT by metmom (He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming soon.” Amen. Come, Lord Jesus”)
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To: metmom

It’s not going to be pretty...


7 posted on 08/09/2024 6:56:21 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have, 'Hobbies.' I'm developing a robust Post-Apocalyptic skill set. )
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To: Diana in Wisconsin

No matter who wins.

Trump = 2016 on steroids, complete anarchy and the burning down of cities.

Dems *winning* = they finish the destruction of this county with nothing stopping them.


8 posted on 08/09/2024 6:57:55 AM PDT by metmom (He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming soon.” Amen. Come, Lord Jesus”)
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To: Diana in Wisconsin

Bump to return


9 posted on 08/09/2024 6:59:38 AM PDT by Chickensoup
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To: Diana in Wisconsin

I am not there yet either. But, I don’t plan to be caught by surprise.


10 posted on 08/09/2024 7:04:13 AM PDT by MtnClimber (For photos of scenery and wildlife, click on my screen name for my FR home page. More photos added.)
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To: Diana in Wisconsin

Bump to return


11 posted on 08/09/2024 7:07:29 AM PDT by Chickensoup
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To: metmom

I have the same feelings. It is not going to be pretty.

I still think we might not have elections.

I’ve cut way back on the news. It is not healthy.


12 posted on 08/09/2024 7:08:08 AM PDT by laplata (They want each crisis to take the greatest toll possible.)
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To: metmom

Yep. :(


13 posted on 08/09/2024 7:10:10 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have, 'Hobbies.' I'm developing a robust Post-Apocalyptic skill set. )
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To: MtnClimber

Important interview. Wealth of insight inparted to those who will listen. Michael has drilled down to the essence.


14 posted on 08/09/2024 7:10:56 AM PDT by Jumper
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To: MtnClimber

Thank you for posting this. Michael Yon knows his stuff.

Very scary what we’re facing.

At least most on our side won’t be in total shock because they are informed and better prepared both mentally and physically.


15 posted on 08/09/2024 7:13:05 AM PDT by laplata (They want each crisis to take the greatest toll possible.)
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To: laplata

This interview explained why we did not relocate to Texas.

Texans do not like to hear this—but I had and have zero confidence in their willingness and ability to defend their border.

They will be the front lines—and they are not ready.

It will be like Pearl Harbor—by the time Texans “get it” they will already have been hit hard and forced into a nasty situation.


16 posted on 08/09/2024 7:22:15 AM PDT by cgbg ("Our democracy" = Their Kleptocracy)
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To: MtnClimber

Bfl


17 posted on 08/09/2024 7:46:19 AM PDT by goodnesswins (DEI....Divide, Enslave, Indoctrinate.....OR ......Didn't Earn It)
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To: MtnClimber; 4everontheRight; 4Liberty; 5thGenTexan; 45semi; 101stAirborneVet; 300winmag; ...
Prepper ping : What to expect in the immediate future, and will determine whether you 'fight or flee'
This is a video by Michael Yon who has covered immigration route at the Darien Gap, foreign and international domestic uprisings,
and knows “first-hand” of what he speaks. He's been there.
Know and familiarize yourself as to what you are facing in the coming years by someone who has personally seen the recent turn of events, and what they forbode.
Being aware of circumstance, and recent changes, and evaluating their impact is what prepping is all about

The discussion addresses impending civil unrest, the role of information warfare, and strategic global power manipulations,
highlighting the urgency of recognizing and addressing these escalating threats.
And we examine the dire cultural and societal issues within the United States, focusing on the rampant drug epidemic, its impact on society’s susceptibility to control,
and the strategies for individuals to safeguard their future through preparedness and organization.
See Post #1 for an outline of what is covered in the video.

The video is 1 hr, 35 min long and speaks to what to expect in the future if there isn't a change.
It's your future, ..and I think it's worth your valuable time to be acquainted with the prospects of how to respond.
It is up to you to determine your fate.

For those of you who follow Matt Bracken (@Matt_Bracken”) : (Emphasis Mine)

”15h · I rarely do this . . . but I'm doing this.
Reschedule your night, and watch/listen to this 1.5 hour @Michael_Yon podcast video instead of what you were going to do.”

“BLUF: shitcan your [hypothetical] international studies degree.
This podcast is worth 10X more. No, 100X. This is distilled essence.
The pure water flowing out of the rock spring. No filter, not needed. “

” Please, just listen to this podcast. Twice would be better. Take notes.
PhDs are quiet when Yon is speaking from the top-front of his mind without a script.
Share it to everyone you know who you think has a 110+ IQ. [Don't waste your time with normies.] “

Enough said ! ( My editorial comment)

18 posted on 08/09/2024 8:35:04 AM PDT by Tilted Irish Kilt
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To: cgbg

Good points. But we must realize that the SHTF will be nation-wide. Especially if the Sleeper Cells are activated.


19 posted on 08/09/2024 8:35:51 AM PDT by laplata (They want each crisis to take the greatest toll possible.)
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To: laplata

I followed his logic—do not move unless your proposed new location is better than the one you are leaving—after all the pluses and minuses are identified.


20 posted on 08/09/2024 8:39:39 AM PDT by cgbg ("Our democracy" = Their Kleptocracy)
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