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Talking Geopolitics

Christian Smith

Booking Overview

An interview-focused geopolitics show covering international security, military strategy, and major-power relations, typically featuring senior geopolitical analysts, military officials, and think-tank experts alongside the publisher's internal specialists. Credible pitches include recognized foreign-policy analysts, retired senior defense officials, and established experts on regional security or information warfare; booking is likely high difficulty because guests generally have substantial institutional seniority or public expertise.

Metrics

Episodes: 100

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 82.9k subscribers

Instagram: 16.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

gpfmedia@geopoliticalfutures.com

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Host

Christian Smith - Host of Talking Geopolitics at Geopolitical Futures, covering international affairs and geopolitical strategy.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

high
Typical Credentials:  
Senior military or government experience, established geopolitical analysis, or leadership roles at recognized foreign-policy and national-security think tanks.
Required Achievements:  
Senior military service, Think-tank leadership, Recognized expertise in international security or regional geopolitics

Recent Guest Discussions

Kamran Bokhari - The Mecca Joint Defense Agreement, Regional Power Balances, Middle Eastern Geopolitics, Sanctions, And The War In Ukraine.

Doug Fears - Information Warfare, Artificial Intelligence, State-sponsored Manipulation Of Social Divisions, Cybersecurity, And National Security.

Recent Topics

Politics, Geopolitics, International Relations, National Security, Military Strategy

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Talking Geopolitics
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Middle East Security, Long-Term US Strategy, and the Big Picture | Q&A with George Friedman

October 09, 2026

Are we living through an unprecedented collapse of the global order, or is this just another turbulent chapter in the geopolitical cycle? On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to answer subscriber questions on the state of the world. Topics include the future of the Middle East and US strategy, the value of "ineffective" diplomatic maneuvers, and a big-picture evaluation of global economic vulnerabilities. Episode recorded on October...

Russia's Failure, Poland's Rise, and the End of an Era

October 07, 2026

Is Eastern Europe finally free from the crushing dominance of foreign powers? In this recent ClubGPF Live Discussion, GPF analyst Ridvan Bari Urcosta joins GPF Chairman George Friedman to discuss the diminished power of Russia, the obsolescence of Cold War geopolitical frameworks, and what this shift means for Poland and the rest of Eastern Europe. This ClubGPF Live Discussion was recorded on September 15, 2026. To learn more about ClubGPF, including more free audio and video clips, go to h...

The UK Airbase Puzzle and Inside the Trump-Xi Summit

September 29, 2026

On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss the unfolding security incident at RAF Fairford, the fallout from the US-China summit and Xi's letter to Trump, and the overblown risks of AI in geopolitics and related technology. Information on the RAF base plot is changing rapidly. Episode recorded on September 28, 2026. Subscribe to our free newsletter and receive Special Report: Reviving NATO's Eastern Line by Antonia Colibasanu a...

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Frequently asked questions

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Talking Geopolitics
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How do I get in touch with Talking Geopolitics?

Talking Geopolitics is hosted by Christian Smith. Its publicly listed email is gpfmedia@geopoliticalfutures.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Talking Geopolitics?

The publicly listed email for Talking Geopolitics: gpfmedia@geopoliticalfutures.com.

How many listeners does Talking Geopolitics have?

Podseeker estimates Talking Geopolitics reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Talking Geopolitics?

Talking Geopolitics typically books well-known public figures. Typical guest background: Senior military or government experience, established geopolitical analysis, or leadership roles at recognized foreign-policy and national-security think tanks. Common among recent guests: Senior military service; Think-tank leadership; Recognized expertise in international security or regional geopolitics. Recent guests include Kamran Bokhari and Doug Fears.

How hard is it to get booked on Talking Geopolitics?

High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.

What topics does Talking Geopolitics cover?

Recent episodes cover Politics, Geopolitics, International Relations, National Security, and Military Strategy. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

gpfmedia@geopoliticalfutures.com

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