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The Real Story Behind Trump, Iran & the Global Economy | Jeff Childers
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- Code Red with Zach Terry
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- Apr 4, 2026
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- 3882
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DESCRIPTION What is really happening behind the headlines? In this episode of Code Red Talk, Zach Terry sits down with Jeff Childers to break down the fast-moving global situation—from Trump’s war strategy with Iran to the surprising drop in gold prices, market volatility, and even the future of space exploration with Artemis 2. This isn’t surface-level commentary. It’s a deep dive into how war, economics, and political strategy are unfolding in real time. If you want to understand what others are missing, this episode is for you. IN THIS EPISODE Why Trump’s “major announcement” said nothing—and why that matters The two-track strategy: war vs. negotiation How propaganda actually works in modern warfare Why gold is falling during conflict (and what it signals) The real reason global markets are unstable right now What’s happening with the Strait of Hormuz Fuel shortages in Europe and flight cancellations The strategic importance of the moon (Artemis 2) What could happen before the midterms ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Why subscribing matters (help us grow) 00:56 – Jeff Childers joins the show 02:00 – Audience growth & Substack engagement 03:00 – Pam Bondi transition & DOJ strategy 06:00 – Media speculation vs. reality 08:30 – Blackmail theory & political timing 10:00 – Artemis 2 and the return to the moon 13:00 – Space Force & military implications 15:30 – Trump’s “big speech” breakdown 17:00 – The two-track strategy (war vs negotiation) 19:00 – Propaganda in modern warfare 21:00 – Why the markets reacted negatively 23:00 – Why gold is dropping during war 25:00 – Where should you invest right now? 26:30 – Strategic ambiguity explained 27:30 – Midterm strategy & economic timing 29:00 – Global fuel shortages & UK flight cancellations 30:30 – China vs. U.S. economic strategy STAY…