The truth is our population is not replacing itself. So will our countries eventually become empty? Dr. Keith Suter discusses the need for immigration, why women aren't having babies anymore and the future of medicine and technology on our ageing population

Does Australia still need china? Dr. Keith Suter explains why this question may be decades too late, how we can rely less on China and why political scientists such as himself have, so far, got China wrong.

The story of Elizabeth Warren's rise to become the democratic front runner has been interesting to follow. Dr. Kieth Suter tells the history of Candidate Warren's lower middle-class upbringing, her academic leadership  and how she made a name for herself fighting against the banks.

The United Nations is turning 75 in 2020, which means there are a lot of people who don’t know what it was like before it was established. Dr keith suter explains some of the things that people don’t know the UN contributes to and runs through 4 possible scenarios for its future.

As the leader of ISIS, Al Baghdadi would often talk about the 100 year war but with his recent death will things change? Dr. Keith Suter explains the events leading towards the US raid and why it doesn't necessarily mean the end of the Islamic State.

The situation in Syria is complex and ongoing. Dr. Keith Suter helps break down the different points of view in the conflict, who wants to occupy the Country and what the future looks like.

As technology improves and replaces humans in the workforce, what sort-of jobs will be available in the future? Dr. Kieth Suter talks about some of the new jobs that may be created as a result of technology evolving.

Drone attacks, automated missiles and more. Dr. Keith Suter discusses the future of this destructive technology, what we have to be fearful of and where we are in the world of military robots. 

There has been a large increase in gun violence over the last 30 years, but it hasn't always been this way. Dr. Keith Suter explains the history of the second amendment and how Former Prime Minister John Howard's gun reform worked for Australia.

Is Australia obsessed with the housing market? The Australian dream of owning your own slice of land is seemingly harder than ever, Dr. Keith Suter talks about the history of the housing market and what the impact of foreign investors has on our prices.

Most of us just think dams are there to hold water. But what do they really do? Dr. Keith Suter explains the importance of dams to most cities and why we need to maintain a strong upkeep and create more public attention around them.

In the wake of his death, Jeffrey Epstein set up a will worth half a billion dollars in assets. Dr. Keith Suter discusses the history of Epstein, his connections and the conspiracies surrounding his untimely suicide.

It’s been 50 years since America first touched down on the moon, so why hasn’t anything else happened since then? Dr. Keith Suter explains the new space race between China, India, Russia and America and how it could affect the 50 year old space treaty.

97% of scientists believe there is a severe human impact on our climate. So why isn’t more being done? Dr. Keith Suter discusses a possible breakdown in communication from scientists and some strategies on how we could move to a greener society.

Is he a genius or just a showman? Boris Johnson certainly is something. Dr. Keith Suter discusses the interesting life of the new UK Prime Minister and how he coasted into the position of power he sits in now.

In this second part, Dr. Keith Suter dives deeper into the roots of the many conflicts in the Middle East, explaining that solving the issue isn't as easy as a truce between Israel and Palestine. 

Will peace ever be established in the Middle East? In this first part, Dr. Keith Suter takes us back through the history of the conflicts that embedded a deep-seeded struggle that continues to this day.

By the year 2035 there will be as many people going for their first job in Africa than the rest of the world combined. Dr. Keith Suter explains the key factors of the huge economic growth in Africa and why we should be investing more in this Forgotten Continent.

Trump always claimed he wouldn’t start any new foreign conflict but this could all change with his newly appointed National Security Advisor John Bolton. Dr Keith Suter discusses Bolton’s history and how he might impact the current showdown in the Iranian Gulf.

With protests in response to the controversial bill allowing extraditions to mainland China showing no sign of quietening down, Dr Keith Suter explains the history behind the tension and what it all means for the relationship between Hong Kong and China.

New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has made headlines after delivering
the world's first ever "wellbeing budget". Dr Keith Suter breaks down what exactly that means and why other countries should be following suit.

The stability of the British monarchy is top of mind this week, with Trump's visit to the Queen throwing Twitter into overdrive. Dr Keith Suter discusses how the Royal family's image has evolved over time, and whether there's a future for the many other monarchies around the world.

Trump's trade war with China shows no sign of slowing down. Dr Keith Suter explains how the tariffs imposed by the US President on Chinese imports could impact Australia and the global economy.

Has the West lost the plot? Dr Keith Suter explains the decline of the so-called Western, Educated, Industrialised, Rich and Democratic world and what it means for the future of countries like Australia.

As Trump embraces a nuclear arms race, Dr Keith Suter explains how the development of a global peace economy could create the political will to end it.

The one-child policy domino effect. Dr Keith Suter lays out the many social challenges China is currently facing, despite being seen as an economic powerhouse.

Japan is an ageing society and somehow, they need to fill the void. Dr Keith Suter discusses how the government is implementing Japan 5.0, a program designed to encourage the population to embrace the use of robotics and what it means for the future.

Since Trump came into office, we've seen a revival of a psychological theory about people being, well, stupid. Dr Keith Suter looks at the "Dunning-Kruger" effect and how it applies to the current President of the United States.

Dr Keith Suter discusses why the world is moving away from integrated capitalism and towards police states, heightened geo-political tensions between the great powers and the resurgence of populism.

Will we save the planet from climate change? Dr Keith Suter sheds light on what needs to be done to achieve sustainable development goals, whether we're likely to meet them and what the consequences could be if we don't.

Trump is a master of fear - but he's not alone. Dr Keith Suter explains how fear is used in politics in the US and around the world to gain control of a country's narrative and population.

Trump is talking about the collapse of the Islamic State in Syria - but is that true? Dr Keith Suter takes a deep dive into how ISIS was formed and how just active the extremist group really is today.

In the wake of the tragic Christchurch attacks, Dr Keith Suter discusses the alarming rise of right-wing terrorism in Australia and across the world - and whether we should be surprised.

With Britain's departure from the EU now more uncertain than ever, Dr Keith Suter explains why the Commonwealth was created and whether it's still significant on a world scale.

The Iranian Revolution shook the country - and the world - in 1979. Dr Keith Suter explains how Iran has progressed since this defining moment in history.

The history of Saudi Arabia and why everyone in the West wants a piece of this controversial country.

Dr Keith Suter explains why Russia and China are increasingly joining forces and what it means for the West.

With Venezuela facing a humanitarian crisis, Trump's severe sanctions on oil imports have President Nicolás Maduro up in arms. Dr Keith Suter explains the driving forces behind America's intervention, the current leadership instability in Venezuela and the rise of socialist governments in Latin America.

From Hitler to Trump, Dr Keith Suter canvasses the "grand masterminds" who have influenced some of the most key political figures in history and in turn, shaped the world's destiny - for good or for evil.

Donald Trump was a failed businessperson - until The Apprentice came along. Dr Keith Suter explains how a reality TV producer managed to resurrect Trump as an icon of American success, and helped to forge his path to presidency.

The death of UN secretary general Dag Hammarskjöld in a 1961 plane crash, was at the time, thought to be caused by pilot error. Now, with Dr Keith Suter part of a fresh UN investigation into the Swedish aristocrat’s death, he discusses why anyone would want him dead – and who could have done it.

What would a peace treaty between the US and North Korea look like if talks between Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un go ahead? Dr Keith Suter speaks explains how the biggest political meeting, since Nixon and Chairman Mao, could happen and what the ramifications could be if the US President gets it wrong.

With the ability to create guns, dental fillings and small homes quickly and cost effectively, the advancement of 3D printing shows no signs of slowing down. But how does this impact us? A recent report by the World Economic Forum exposed the huge impact this new technology will have on how we produce manufactured goods on a global scale. With the future of the industrial sector uncertain, jobs at risk and trade relations between the US and China on tenterhooks, Dr Keith Suter explains why it’s crucial for politicians and the population at large to start thinking now about the immediate ramifications of the approaching technological revolution.

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The alleged Russian manipulation of Facebook has made headlines again with British consulting firm Cambridge Analytica under scrutiny for harvesting social media data and using it for political advantage during the US 2016 election. Social media has been seen for the past decade as a great way of communicating but if the information is free, your personal information is the product. So, what are the consequences of this new data era? Dr Keith Suter discusses how the Cambridge Analytica scandal is relevant to the 2016 Trump victory and whether we should be worried about it.

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The risks associated with driverless cars hit the news again following the death in Arizona of a pedestrian killed by a self-driving Uber, which although had a driver behind the wheel at the time was driving in autonomous mode. Uber has been testing self-driving vehicles in North America; the testing now suspended. In political science terms, the development of self-driving cars is ‘incrementalism’ – societal change that only happens gradually over a long period of time. Dr Keith Suter looks at driverless cars – what the future impacts could really be on society, our jobs and day to day lives. He also looks at the security aspects related to driverless cars. What are the security risks associated with cars on the roads that can be potentially controlled via the internet? Could these risks outweigh the benefits of convenience?

For more on the future of driverless cars, listen to PodcastOne’s ‘The Next Billion Seconds’ with Mark Pesce and the episode ‘S1 Ep 1 – Artificial Intelligence and Self Driving Cars’.

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The poisoning of former Russian spy Sergei Skripal and his daughter Yulia on British soil has sparked off a diplomatic row between the United Kingdom and Russian governments. Was this poisoning at the order of Russian authorities or was it due to rogue elements within Russian security services?

Dr Keith looks at the background of poisoning in warfare. The history of its use dates back to early last century and has led to how it is used now. He also looks at the role of spies and how they are usually treated between countries in moments of dispute. If this poisoning is at the order of Russian President Putin and the Russian authorities then it changes the game on how countries take on each other with intelligence, along with the relationship between the United Kingdom and Russia. Dr Keith looks at what the real possible outcomes are from here.

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After a rocky start to their relationship Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull is now on a visit to the US to meet with President Donald Trump.  Is the Australian / US partnership really as strong as Australian leaders would like to think? How is this alliance impacted by the rise of China as a regional and global power? Dr Keith Suter explains all points from an historical and present day perspective, and looks at how the future could pan out.