Doug Casey's Take [ep.#271] Africa - What the hell is going on?

If you like these podcasts, it's time to join our email list. It's quite possible that the censorship hammer will soon fall on us here. Join our email list to get Special reports and updates:<br /> https://dougcasey.substack.com/about Connect with us on Telegram: https://t.me/dougcasey Chapters:<br /> 00:00:00 intro<br /> 00:00:02 The history of coups in African countries<br /> Discussion on the prevalence of coups in African countries and the standard operating procedure in West Africa. The economic viability of Niger [00:04:12]<br /> Exploration of the lack of economic viability in Niger, with a focus on the desert landscape and limited resources. US military bases and intervention in Niger [00:07:49]<br /> Analysis of the presence of US military bases in Niger, the training and arming of military personnel, and the consequences of US intervention in the region. The US military presence in Africa [00:14:14]<br /> Discussion on the US military bases in Africa, specifically the drone base in Niger and its role in strategic competition. Unfamiliarity with African countries [00:16:03]<br /> Highlighting the lack of knowledge among Americans about African countries and their geography. The French colonial legacy and its consequences [00:17:45]<br /> Exploring the history of French colonization in African countries and its impact on the current situation, including issues of corruption and population growth. The movie recommendations [00:28:17]<br /> The speakers discuss two movies related to the region, "one good movie everybody should see" and "a fantastic movie with rod taylor called dark of the sun." The coup in Niger and US involvement [00:28:39]<br /> The speakers talk about the recent coup in Niger and the involvement of the US, mentioning Victoria Nuland and questioning the strategic value of the region. Concerns about Africa's future and South Africa [00:34:50]<br /> The speakers express concerns about Africa's future, mentioning the potential for mass starvation and the decline of South Africa, including issues with power generation and racial tensions. US involvement in the region [00:41:28]<br /> Discussion on the potential consequences of the US buying advanced weapons and the locals figuring out how to use them. Africa's future [00:41:45]<br /> The uncertainty surrounding the situation in Africa and the conversation coming to an end. The human comedy [00:41:53]<br /> Reflection on the overall situation and its absurdity. Alternative channel https://vigilante.tv/c/doug_caseys_take/<br /> ...<br /> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8AYLcYGTcY