Why WW3 Is Closer Than You Think: Military Historian Debunks The Truth About War Experts Get Wrong

Is WW3 around the corner? Is the world becoming more peaceful? Economic historian Jari Eloranta connects patterns from World War I, the Cold War, and today’s tensions between the US, China, and Russia to show why conflict persists even in a globalised world, and what that means for ordinary people, policy makers, and investors.Jari Eloranta is a renowned professor of economic and social history at the University of Helsinki and a leading global expert on the economic history of war, military spending, and security of supply. He is co‑editor of The Routledge Economic History of War and has published widely on how wars transform states, markets, and welfare systems. Known for making complex history accessible and relevant, he has inspired students and audiences around the world to see economics, power, and conflict through a clearer lens.00:00 The Surprising Relationship Between War and Economies01:51 The Reality of Modern Conflict04:50 Historical Patterns and Predictions of War11:58 The Evolution of Warfare Technology18:56 The Impact of Nuclear Weapons on Warfare33:42 Economic Outcomes of War37:08 Potential Outcomes of Russia-Ukraine Settlement38:06 Ukraine's Military Reality and Strategic Calculations40:16 Historical Parallels: Finland's WWII Experience42:08 Finland's Defense Strategy and Military Capabilities49:06 Economic and Social Evolution of Finland57:51 Philosophical Reflections and Personal Insights01:05:59 BECOME A PRO PODCASTER LIKE ME!___FREE Podcast Tips (2nd Channel): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUp5S7ZIZtjA8PMgXJMwppA Or if you want to start taking podcasting seriously: My full step-by-step podcast blueprint: https://www.skool.com/remote-pro-podcast-blueprint-8385 Launch your podcast using my successful blueprint, even on a budget and with zero experience, get my new episodes 24 hours early & join a tribe of like-minded outliers who will help you grow…____Jari Eloranta’s WorkResearch: https://researchportal.helsinki.fi/en/persons/jari-eloranta/Books: https://www.routledge.com/The-Routledge-Economic-History-of-War/Eloranta-Land-Kuorelahti-Fishback/p/book/9781032230252Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elorantaj/____Team:Host: Jacob Watson-HowlandChief Editor: Chloé BreheretChief Automation Officer: Jack McDuff___Jacob’s stuff:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jacobjwatsonhowlandFREE Podcast Tips (2nd Channel): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUp5S7ZIZtjA8PMgXJMwppA #worldwar3 #economics #geopolitics #warhistory