Podcast Episodes

Doomberg on the End of Empire and the Seeds of a New Boom

Season 2 Episode 25

In this conversation, Doomburg discusses the current geopolitical landscape, focusing on the war in Ukraine, the economic implications of sanctions, and China's strategic maneuvers in the global aren…

Published on 8 hours ago

Deborah Lehr on Freedom, Power, and the Politics of Global Trade

In this conversation, Deborah Lehr shares her extensive experience in US-China relations, trade negotiations, and her insights on green finance and biodiversity. She discusses the evolution of the WT…

Published on 1 week, 5 days ago

Maxime Bernier: Liberty Is the Cure for a Failing West

Season 2 Episode 24

In this episode of The Covered Call, we sit down with Maxime Bernier — former Canadian cabinet minister, founder of the People’s Party of Canada, and one of the few politicians who’s actually walked …

Published on 3 weeks ago

The Arithmetic of America: Rick Rule explains the Dishonest Default

Season 2 Episode 23

We’re back with one of our favorite guests — Rick Rule — just as gold crosses $4,000 an ounce.

Last time Rick joined The Covered Call, Bitcoin had hit $100,000. This time, he’s back to explain why the…

Published on 4 weeks ago

Energy Is the Invisible Infrastructure of Freedom - David Fishman explains

Season 2 Episode 22

What does energy have to do with freedom? More than you might think.

We sat down with David Fishman, an American who is a longtime China resident, energy consultant, and writer of Crossing the River b…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

Rahim Taghizadegan - Austrian Economics and the Illusions of Democracy

Season 2 Episode 21

In this conversation, Lovis and Jason engage with Rahim Taghizadegan, a true Austrian economist, to explore the concept of praxeology, the complexity of human action, and the relevance of Austrian ec…

Published on 2 months ago

Middle Kingdom Expedition: Our Whirlwind Journey Through Modern China

Season 2 Episode 20

We just got back from 12 days on the ground in China—what we’re calling the Middle Kingdom Expedition—and sat down while the jet lag was still fresh to capture our impressions.

This wasn’t a sightseei…

Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago

Inside China’s Strategy: Peter Alexander Unpacks the Trade War

Season 2 Episode 19

In this conversation, Peter Alexander shares his extensive experience and insights on the complex relationship between the United States and China. He discusses the misconceptions surrounding China, …

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago

Willem Middelkoop on Curiosity, Crisis, and Carving Your Own Path

Season 2 Episode 18

Willem Middelkoop shares his extensive career journey, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, independence, and understanding financial systems. He discusses his various roles, from photojournalism…

Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago

The Future Runs on Power Dynamics - Jen Zhu Scott on AI, China, and Resilience

Season 2 Episode 17

What if the biggest problems we face - climate change, AI, even war - have no nationality?

We sat down with Jen Zhu Scott: investor, entrepreneur, mom, and the visionary behind PowerDynamics.ai.

Named …

Published on 5 months, 2 weeks ago