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#52 Andrew Bustamante - CIA Spy / U.S. vs China - The New Cold War | Part 2
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Published: Mon Apr 03 2023
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Andrew Bustamante is back in Part Two of this two-part series to discuss the "sleeping dragon," China. Bustamante tells us how a 5,000 year old country like China moves slowly and quietly with little known initiatives like the "Belt Way," and how he believes a move to take Taiwan is an imminent threat.  We dive deep into the recent Spy Balloon phenomenon over US airspace and growing Chinese influence and capability across the globe through social media and shadow propaganda. We wrap up with a realistic look at the severity of different types of threats like EMPs and China's financial stakes on land and resource here at home. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://learshawn.com Information contained within Lear Capital’s website is for general educational purposes and is not investment, tax, or legal advice. Past performance may not be indicative of future results. Consult with your tax attorney or financial professional before making an investment decision. https://hvmn.com - USE CODE "SHAWN" https://betterhelp.com/shawn https://mudwtr.com/shawn - USE CODE "SHAWNMUD" Andrew Bustamante Links: Find your spy superpower: https://everydayspy.com/quiz/ Learn more from Andy: https://everydayspy.com/ Follow Andy's Podcast: https://everydayspy.com/podcast/ Please leave us a review on Apple & Spotify Podcasts. Vigilance Elite/Shawn Ryan Links: Website | Patreon | TikTok | Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In this episode, Andrew Bustamante, an expert on China, talks about the various ways China is spreading its influence and control over other countries.
00:00 - 01:30 (01:30)
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China
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In this episode, Andrew Bustamante, an expert on China, talks about the various ways China is spreading its influence and control over other countries. He dives into the potential scenarios that could occur if these actions continue and emphasizes the importance of being educated on this topic.

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#52 Andrew Bustamante - CIA Spy / U.S. vs China - The New Cold War | Part 2
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Some US officials have said that the Energy Department's conclusion that an accidental lab leak in China is the likely cause of the coronavirus pandemic is made with low confidence due to weak information.
01:30 - 09:10 (07:39)
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Coronavirus Pandemic
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Some US officials have said that the Energy Department's conclusion that an accidental lab leak in China is the likely cause of the coronavirus pandemic is made with low confidence due to weak information. US spy agencies remain divided over the origins of the virus.

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#52 Andrew Bustamante - CIA Spy / U.S. vs China - The New Cold War | Part 2
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The centralization of rare earth minerals and intellectual property, along with their model of supply chain management suggests a consolidation of power by China.
09:10 - 14:32 (05:22)
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China, supply chain, coronavirus
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The centralization of rare earth minerals and intellectual property, along with their model of supply chain management suggests a consolidation of power by China. Despite this, the possibility of the coronavirus being an act of war by China is still up for debate.

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#52 Andrew Bustamante - CIA Spy / U.S. vs China - The New Cold War | Part 2
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The speaker does not believe the coronavirus was an intentional act of war due to the history of previous outbreaks, such as swine flu and bird flu, that have spread globally.
14:32 - 20:22 (05:49)
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Coronavirus
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The speaker does not believe the coronavirus was an intentional act of war due to the history of previous outbreaks, such as swine flu and bird flu, that have spread globally.

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#52 Andrew Bustamante - CIA Spy / U.S. vs China - The New Cold War | Part 2
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The transcript includes discussions on how the raised interest rates can affect the buying value of a home and how ketone supplements can enhance workouts.
20:22 - 24:46 (04:24)
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Real Estate, Fitness
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The transcript includes discussions on how the raised interest rates can affect the buying value of a home and how ketone supplements can enhance workouts.

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#52 Andrew Bustamante - CIA Spy / U.S. vs China - The New Cold War | Part 2
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The speaker discusses the low probability of intentional release of COVID-19 in Wuhan for strategic benefit, but considers the possibility of it being a population control tactic used by the Chinese government, and notes that their reaction to the pandemic aligns with their characteristics as a surveillance police state.
24:46 - 31:10 (06:24)
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COVID-19
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The speaker discusses the low probability of intentional release of COVID-19 in Wuhan for strategic benefit, but considers the possibility of it being a population control tactic used by the Chinese government, and notes that their reaction to the pandemic aligns with their characteristics as a surveillance police state.

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#52 Andrew Bustamante - CIA Spy / U.S. vs China - The New Cold War | Part 2
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China's economic investments in third world countries serve as an opportunity to gain soft power and influence in these areas, as well as to create a global supply chain and resource belt that puts China at its center.
31:10 - 38:36 (07:25)
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China, Soft Power, Global Influence
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China's economic investments in third world countries serve as an opportunity to gain soft power and influence in these areas, as well as to create a global supply chain and resource belt that puts China at its center. China's construction of airports in these countries also serves as a way to establish possible military bases in the future.

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#52 Andrew Bustamante - CIA Spy / U.S. vs China - The New Cold War | Part 2
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The way organized crime operates in a democracy is different from the way it functions in an autocracy.
38:35 - 46:35 (07:59)
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Organized Crime
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The way organized crime operates in a democracy is different from the way it functions in an autocracy. In an autocracy, organized crime can thrive due to corruption and lack of law enforcement, enabling them to operate with the support of the state.

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#52 Andrew Bustamante - CIA Spy / U.S. vs China - The New Cold War | Part 2
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Foreign investors in the US property market have legal protection of their investment, which encourages them to invest in US property.
46:35 - 56:57 (10:21)
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US Property Market
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Foreign investors in the US property market have legal protection of their investment, which encourages them to invest in US property. The US has made it possible for foreign nationals to invest in their property market, providing a safer investment option for foreigners.

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#52 Andrew Bustamante - CIA Spy / U.S. vs China - The New Cold War | Part 2
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The concept of propaganda is an essential part of covert influence, involving the intentional spreading of false information and blocking true information.
56:57 - 1:01:14 (04:17)
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Propaganda
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The concept of propaganda is an essential part of covert influence, involving the intentional spreading of false information and blocking true information. It is often used in countries where information is controlled, but can also be used more subtly in other contexts to influence outcomes over time.

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This transcript discusses the first Chinese spy balloon and the deliberate labeling used by the US government to avoid painting themselves into a corner in regards to its purpose.
1:01:14 - 1:08:36 (07:22)
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Chinese Spy Balloon
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This transcript discusses the first Chinese spy balloon and the deliberate labeling used by the US government to avoid painting themselves into a corner in regards to its purpose.

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#52 Andrew Bustamante - CIA Spy / U.S. vs China - The New Cold War | Part 2
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US State Department recently released a report confirming that Chinese scientists likely used high-altitude balloons to spy on the US over 10 days in 2018, collecting signals and imagery from the US, Canada, and Mexico, and transferring data back to China.
1:08:36 - 1:17:25 (08:48)
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Chinese espionage
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US State Department recently released a report confirming that Chinese scientists likely used high-altitude balloons to spy on the US over 10 days in 2018, collecting signals and imagery from the US, Canada, and Mexico, and transferring data back to China.

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The rise of woke culture is viewed as a negative phenomenon that breeds conflicts among people, while big tech companies are creating targeted ads for paid sponsors.
1:17:27 - 1:26:42 (09:14)
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Woke Culture
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The rise of woke culture is viewed as a negative phenomenon that breeds conflicts among people, while big tech companies are creating targeted ads for paid sponsors. China's big tech companies are becoming preferable because of their lack of bureaucracy.

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The speaker shares a story about buying his daughter a stuffed poodle puppy to practice taking care of a real dog, and discusses the importance of preparing for future policies and being aware of political maneuvers.
1:26:44 - 1:33:31 (06:47)
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Parenting
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The speaker shares a story about buying his daughter a stuffed poodle puppy to practice taking care of a real dog, and discusses the importance of preparing for future policies and being aware of political maneuvers.

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In today's modern warfare, cyber-attacks could be followed by an EMP blast to neutralize software and hardware, and a low-yield nuclear weapon may be used without creating a recognizable mushroom cloud.
1:33:31 - 1:40:54 (07:22)
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Nuclear Weapons
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In today's modern warfare, cyber-attacks could be followed by an EMP blast to neutralize software and hardware, and a low-yield nuclear weapon may be used without creating a recognizable mushroom cloud.

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Ukraine
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Both US administrations viewed Ukraine in terms of economic and military benefit, mostly to counter the actions of their perceived competitors like Russia and China. However, Ukraine has suffered as they are caught in the middle of this geopolitical game, causing division and displacement within the country.

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An investigation was conducted to understand the relationship between potential government cover-ups and phenomena in the sky or on the ground and to explore the connection between UAP, UFOs, and the US government.
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