Episode 502

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29th Dec 2025

Reuben Steff / 3 Global Hotspots to Watch in 2026, Ep 502

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In 2026, three geopolitical hotspots matter most for Kiwis watching the world: Venezuela and US renewed /Monroe Doctrine in the Americas, Russia’s grinding war in Ukraine, and China’s expanding reach across the Pacific. Reuben Steff, geopolitical analyst and regular guest on the show, joins me to unpack what these flashpoints really mean. As great‑power rivalry hardens, New Zealand’s long‑running strategy of sitting in the middle may be running out of road. Is this the decade where we finally have to choose a side between US and China, or is there still room to quietly hedge?

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Darcy Ungaro is a New Zealand-based financial adviser, podcast host, and financial commentator. As the host of the Everyday Investor Podcast, Darcy has built a reputation for turning complex and often murky money topics into accessible, real-world conversations that help everyday Kiwis build confidence and make better financial decisions. Darcy brings hands-on experience across property, shares, managed funds, precious metals, and Bitcoin. He believes true wealth isn't just about investment accounts, it's about the instinct to protect, provide, and care for the people and communities that matter most