Episodes
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Preparing for a drone attack
In this episode of Geopolcast, Peter Bransden, Patrick Rogers, Jason Marshall and Phil Seel discuss the growing threat posed by drones, exploring the evolving threat landscape, how organizations can assess and quantify their exposure, and the insurance and resilience measures that can help them...
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Gray-zones, tariffs and internal unrest: How companies are rethinking political risk in 2026
In this episode of Geopolcast, Elisabeth Braw and Sam Wilkin discuss the findings from the 2026 Political Risk Survey and leading companies' views on the top political risks, including topics such as gray-zone aggression and foreign policy impact.
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Why gray-zone aggression is rapidly rising on the corporate risk agenda
In this episode of Geopolcast, host Jen Daffron is joined by Elisabeth Braw, Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council, and Sam Wilkin, Director of Political Risk Analytics, to discuss the key findings from the Willis Research Network's latest report on gray-zone aggression. They explore the rising...
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The role of public-private partnerships in managing terrorism risk
In this episode of Geopolcast, our host Pete Bransden is joined by Tom Clementi, CEO of Pool Re, the U.K.'s government backed terrorism reinsurer. This episode focuses on the role of public-private partnerships in terrorism risk management. Whether you're a broker, underwriter, risk manager, or...
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The evolution of political violence insurance in Ukraine
In this episode of Geopolcast, we examine the evolution of political violence insurance in Ukraine, a country that has seen a surge in demand due to ongoing conflicts since 2014. The annexation of Crimea and the conflict in Donbas have led to a critical need for war risk insurance, but the supply...
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Understanding the economic ripple effects of tariffs on trade
In this episode host Sam Wilkin is joined by David Hoile, WTW's Global Head of Asset Research and Ian Watts, WTW's Trade Credit Growth Leader to discuss the ever-changing tariff landscape. We understand the effects of tariffs on global trade, which sectors are most at risk and how credit…
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Geopolitical intelligence: The role of AI
In this episode of Geopolcast, Elisabeth Braw and Jonathan Kewley talk about the global risks of AI and the possible implications for businesses. They also examine the need for regulated AI and how geopolitical tensions could influence how AI is used.
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Africa's strategic opportunities and geopolitical challenges
In this episode of Geopolcast, Elisabeth Braw and Peter Pham talk about Africa's strategic, geopolitical and economic importance. The episode explores the increased competition in Africa, including the growing presence of Russia and China. It also examines relationships with Western nations, such...
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The risks of gray zone aggression to the aviation industry
In this episode of Geopolcast, join host Elisabeth Braw and speakers Jared Seth and Sam Wilkin as they discuss the risks of gray zone aggression on the aviation industry. This episode also explores the impact of gray zone aggression on businesses globally with insights from our latest Political...
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Navigating geopolitical risks for businesses
In this episode of Geopolcast, join host Elisabeth Braw and expert speakers Sam Wilkin and Arto Räty as they discuss developments in the world of political risk as seen in our latest political risk survey report. This episode also dives into why Western businesses are prime targets for…
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Navigating geopolitical risks for businesses
In this episode of Geopolcast, join host Elisabeth Braw and expert speakers Sam Wilkin and Arto Räty as they discuss developments in the world of political risk as seen in our latest political risk survey report. This episode also dives into why Western businesses are prime targets for…
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The evolution of modern terrorism threats
In this episode join host Elisabeth Braw and Magnus Ranstorp as they discuss how terrorist groups have evolved in the past 25 years and the impacts modern terrorism is having on organizations. As featured in our Terrorism Pools Index 2024 the adoption and exploitation of AI by these groups is…
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Managing the new political risks in oil and gas
In this episode, join host Elisabeth Braw and expert speakers Laura Burns and David Cairns as they who focus on the new political risks facing the oil and gas industry and how industry executives may manage these new risks to the sector, as featured in our latest managing the new political risks…
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Exploring risks and innovations in sea-based infrastructure
In this episode, join host Elisabeth Braw and expert speakers Michael Buckle and Rear Admiral Anders Grenstad as they delve into the dynamic world beneath the waves, exploring the threats to sea-based infrastructure, the intersection of geopolitics and heightened risks for shipping and...
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Navigating the impact of geopolitics on maritime trade
In this episode of Geopolcast, we discuss how geopolitics has entered the maritime domain and the impacts of this new unpredictability for maritime trade.
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The effects of geopolitical shifts on supply chains
In this episode of Geopolcast, Elisabeth Braw, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, discusses the interplay of supply chains and geopolitics with, Enrico Savio, Managing Director of Leonardo International and, Frederick Gentile, WTW's Director of Risk Engagement. In the complex…
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The dynamics of Geopolitics and China
In this episode of Geopolcast, Elisabeth Braw, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, navigates the complex dynamics between Geopolitics and China with, Orville Schell, the Director of the Center on US & China Relations and, David Hoile, Global Head of Asset Research at WTW. We…
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The power and pitfalls of sanctions
Sanctions have emerged as an instrument in the toolbox of Western governments. The effectiveness of sanctions, however, remains a subject of debate, with experts trying to gauge their impact on the targeted countries and their repercussions on Western corporations. A standout example illustrating...
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The geopolitical implications of climate change
This summer we saw Europe experience an unprecedented heatwave, the worst heatwave since records began. Added to this, we have seen an increasing number of devastating wildfires, and Beijing has seen its worst flooding in 140 years. Not only is the impact of climate change causing devastation in...
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The rising risk of cyber threats
The more educated citizens and companies have become about Cyber threats, the more advanced the threats have become. Today, the threats have progressed from traditional scam emails to the ever-increasing presence of ransomware attacks, testing the resilience of larger organisations. Ransomware is...
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The importance of geopolitics in the boardroom
The past couple of months have seen the Russian operations of two well-known global businesses seized by the Russian government, even though both companies were already trying to exit Russia. Such cases in Russia dramatically highlight the challenges corporate boards are facing. With regards to...
About this show
Geopolcast is a thought-provoking podcast that looks at the world's most pressing geopolitical issues, analyses global trends, and brings expert interviews that provide fresh perspectives on the ever-changing landscape of international politics.
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