10 Lesser Known Soviet Cold War Allies Macs World 2021-03-28 | Hey Madlads! Today, I’m taking a different route from my last video, and looking at 10 lesser known Soviet Cold War allies, in contrast to the more widely understood Warsaw Pact allies, and a little bit of history regarding their experience with communism and being part of the Eastern Bloc. These countries were scattered across Africa and Asia, and the way they each dealt with communism is unique.Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this video with all of your friends! I will be starting a patreon soon, so be sure to look out for that in the coming weeks. Also, We get closer everyday to 1,000 subscribers, so every way you all can help share my content is greatly appreciated!For my previous video on the Warsaw Pact, click here:youtu.be/s4DcJNbiTWMFor a video about Bosnia and Herzegovina, click here:youtu.be/5sKtdL2MEMsFor a video on the Georgian War, click here:studio.youtube.com/video/mj462gmHI3U/edit#sovietunion #history #coldwar
The Unique Geopolitics of Colombia Macs World 2025-11-12 | In today's episode of Mac's World, I will be describing how history and geography have influenced Colombia to become the country it is today, and challenges it faces for the future. I hope you enjoy this content and learn something valuable today. For a most recent video about Russia and Ukraine, check this one out:youtu.be/SVIUx_JGfRIRandom video:youtu.be/YtXS9KbNaRgStay tuned and subscribe for future videos.#colombia #america #southamerica
The Armenia-Azerbaijan Conflict is Over. Now What? Macs World 2025-09-10 | In today's episode of Mac's World, I will be describing how Armenia and Azerbaijan overcame decades of conflict and signed a historic peace deal, and what this deal means for local and global politics. I hope you enjoy this content and learn something valuable today. For some more context on why Central Asia is growing in importance, check these videos on Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan out: youtu.be/YtXS9KbNaRgyoutu.be/tZrFJXRQhrAFor my most recent video about Russia and Ukraine, check this one out:youtu.be/SVIUx_JGfRIStay tuned and subscribe for future videos.#armenia #azerbaijan #centralasia
Is WW3 About To Start? Part 1: Russia and Ukraine Macs World 2024-03-01 | In today's episode of Mac's World, I will be describing the events that led up to the Russo-Ukrainian war, how this war has unfolded, its effect on modern geopolitics, and whether it is still a viable flashpoint for the beginning of the third world war. I hope you enjoy this content and learn something valuable today. Check out some of my other videos, including this one about NATO:youtu.be/FckG3h1fYf0Or this one about South Ossetia:youtu.be/dJtpLi2b_UUStay tuned and subscribe for future videos.#russia #ukraine #nato
Can Sweden and Finland Still Join NATO? Macs World 2022-10-31 | Welcome back to another Mac's World political report. Today, I am covering the road Sweden and Finland have taken to join the NATO alliance, and what roadblocks remain in their way. I also discuss potential benefits for NATO to have these nations join.For my previous video on why Russia fails in foreign policy, click here:youtu.be/RNMJa0P02SYFor my video about the Slavic people, click here:youtu.be/Bnu0cLq9I1k#sweden #finland #turkey
Can Chechnya Rise Against Russia? Macs World 2022-10-17 | Welcome to today's Politics Report. I am convering the history and politics of Chechnya, and why their unique position in Russia gives them geopolitical leverage in the coming decades.Sources:newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Chechnya#demographics balcanicaucaso.org/eng/Areas/Chechnya/Chechen-demographic-rise-reasons-and-concerns-191886knoema.com/atlas/Russian-Federation/Chechnya-Republic-of/Fertility-rate#:~:text=Chechnya%2C%20Republic%20of%20fertility%20rate%20was%20at%20level%20of%202.58,by%20our%20digital%20data%20assistant.worldpopulationreview.com/countries/russia-populationThank you for watching, and I hope to see you in my growing subscriber count!#chechnya #russia #turkey
Kazakhstan is Breaking Ranks with Russia. Why? Macs World 2022-10-02 | Welcome back to another episode of Mac's World Politics Report. Today, I am discussing why Kazakhstan has decided to scale back its relations with Russia, how Russia has reacted to these actions, and what the future implications of these moves could be.For some context about Russia's alliance structures, click here:youtu.be/RNMJa0P02SYFor a video on another Central Asian nation, click here:youtu.be/sWtMu_KEGlwHere are my sources, feel free to read them:https://www.politico.eu/article/kazakh-president-we-must-flip-the-switch-of-reform/carnegieendowment.org/politika/87922reuters.com/business/energy/exclusive-kazakhstan-start-oil-sales-via-azeri-pipeline-bypass-russia-2022-08-12rferl.org/a/azerbaijan-increase-eu-gas-exports/32029812.htmlwsj.com/articles/almost-100-000-russians-have-crossed-into-kazakhstan-since-putins-mobilization-order-11664292051jpost.com/international/article-718177data.worldbank.org/indicator/SP.DYN.TFRT.IN?locations=KZdata.worldbank.org/indicator/SP.DYN.TFRT.IN?locations=RU#kazakhstan #russia #ukraine
Regarding How I Will Portray Russias Borders After the Sham Referendums Macs World 2022-09-30 | I know you all have been waiting a long time for my return. I am back, with an ad (sorta) for my next video, coming Sunday. More importantly, I am explaining how I will portray Russia's borders after the recent sham elections, to clear up any confusion viewers may have in my upcoming video. Can't wait to see you on Sunday.#russia #ukraine #referendum
Why Russia Fails in Soft Power (ft. CIS and CSTO) Macs World 2022-08-01 | Welcome to today's episode of Mac's World Politics Report. Today, I am discussing why Russia does not have a strong alliance structure based off soft power, and instead mainly uses force and coercion to achieve its geopolitical goals. We look at Russia's different alliance structures, compare Russia's strategies to other nations, and see some historical parallels.#russia #ukraine #kazakhstan
Macs World Livestream: Finland and Sweden to Join NATO, Russia loses a Major Battle in Ukraine Macs World 2022-05-17 | ...
Why is South Ossetia Trying to Join Russia? An overview of Georgias Most Hated Region Macs World 2022-04-17 | In today's report, I am covering the complex situation of the breakaway region of South Ossetia, which, while sitting on Georgian sovereign territory, seeks to join Russia in the next few months. Is this a realistic aspiration? Find out in this video.Main source:rferl.org/a/south-ossetia-joining-russia/31779469.htmlFor more information on the Russo-Georgian war of 2008, click here:youtu.be/mj462gmHI3UMy current series on the Russo-Ukrainian war:youtu.be/76BmeVqBd8Ayoutu.be/M9qNVCLQyE8youtu.be/26cVtM7vsIg#georgia #russia #southossetia
Five Relevant Topics in Relation to the Russo-Ukrainian War Macs World 2022-04-10 | In today's report, I will be discussing five related topics in the context of the Russo-Ukrainian war to show the rapidly changing global scene as a result of the conflict.
How Could the War in Ukraine End? Macs World 2022-02-27 | Today, I am looking into a few different scenarios as to how Ukraine's fight for its independence will end. This report will be part of a series covering the situation in the country, and what factors have led to it, so stay tuned in the next couple weeks for these reports.#ukraine #russia #ukrainewar
Uzbekistan - Future Power of Central Asia? Macs World 2022-02-06 | In this week's report, I will be discussing the geopolitics of Uzbekistan, examining the geography, demographics, economy, and politics of the country. What direction will Uzbekistan take in the future? Watch this Mac's World Politics Report to find out. #uzbekistan #centralasia #chinaHere are some sources to check out:worldometers.info/world-population/uzbekistan-populationworldometers.info/world-population/central-asia-populationtradingeconomics.com/uzbekistan/fertility-rate-total-births-per-woman-wb-data.htmlmacrotrends.net/countries/UZB/uzbekistan/unemployment-rate#:~:text=Unemployment%20refers%20to%20the%20share,a%200.06%25%20decline%20from%202018.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/02634939608400946?journalCode=ccas20
CHRISTMAS Q & A LIVESTREAM (plus MAJOR Channel Announcement) Macs World 2021-12-24 | Ask all of your deepest geopolitical (and non-geopolitical) questions in this exclusive live Q and A session as we prepare for Christmas.
Ukraine: On the Brink of Invasion Macs World 2021-12-19 | In this long-anticipated short documentary, I will explain a brief history of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, and what it could be heading to with recent threatening moves from Russia on Ukraine's border.#ukraine #russia #crimea
Why Is There A Crisis at the Belarus-EU Border? Macs World 2021-11-21 | In today's documentary, I am covering the main causes behind the migrant crisis that has recently surfaced on the Belarus-EU border. What are the political causes for this crisis, what has led up to it, and who is to blame for all the mayhem?Here are some of my sources:nbcnews.com/news/world/belarus-poland-border-migrant-crisis-europe-iraq-rcna5988theguardian.com/world/2021/nov/20/poland-says-belarus-changed-tactics-border-crisis-migrantsWhat are the True Goals of NATO?youtu.be/FckG3h1fYf0What Makes the Caucasus Nations So Important?youtu.be/sXBvAvBAcrI#belarus #poland #eu
What Are the True Goals of NATO? Macs World 2021-11-14 | Greetings, Madlads. Today, we look into the history behind the NATO alliance, and how certain factors have affected what NATO truly stands for, in respect to what its articles claim.Here is my first video on NATO: youtu.be/gp5rv0sK9usA video about what would happen if Bosnia joined NATO:youtu.be/5sKtdL2MEMsSome background on my claims about Turkey:youtu.be/rFvSROMizQsyoutu.be/oOX4aST9CF8#nato #democracy #turkey
China: Securing a Future Through Demographics Macs World 2021-11-07 | In today's video, I will follow my discussion about Chinese demographics from last week, and show how China can secure its holdings in the west, and even make expansion, through its demographics. Also, I will discuss another major challenge China will have to face, with its gender imbalance.#china #demographics #geopolitics
The Importance of Chinese Demographics, Part One Macs World 2021-10-31 | Today's presentation is the first in a two part series about how Chinese demographics have affected: its history and that of its neighbors, its current internal situation, and its ability to project power globally. I hope you will join me in this series to witness how just one aspect of one country could affect the world so greatly.#china #demographics #geopolitics
The History and Future of Korean Geopolitics Macs World 2021-10-17 | The news likes to talk about North Korea, mostly due to the shock factor it gives viewers. However, there is a lot more going on in the Korean peninsula than North Korea's nuclear antics, and today's video aims to give a wider view of what could happen there.A video about a post-Putin Russia:youtu.be/9q8lfbLUHr8#korea #northkorea #southkorea
Sergey Shoygu Takes the Social Credit Test Macs World 2021-10-14 | Hey Madlads! Here's a weird video I made to keep you all entertained as I am getting a new microphone for this week's video on Korea!#china #socialcredit #meme
Putins Departure Would Mean Bad News For Russia. Why ? Macs World 2021-10-03 | Hey Madlads! Today, I am discussing the possibility of instability in Russia, following the ultimate departure of longtime president Vladimir Putin. Why would the country be in bad shape after he leaves? With competing nations, sharp divisions within, and weak demographics, Putin will need to be careful in choosing his successors to ensure Russia's security.Here's an interesting read where I credit some of my information to:https://www.politico.eu/article/who-will-replace-valdimir-putin-russia-kremlin/Subscribe to Mad Mac:youtube.com/channel/UCr3nz7RmPUIWKORUj9kQhtQHere are few videos I have made about Russia in the past:youtu.be/dO9T1NaRXxIyoutu.be/uzcyP5dLJAE#russia #putin #shoygu
Fan-Made Alternate Countries #1 Macs World 2021-09-26 | Hey Madlads! Today I have compiled your alternate country submissions into this spectacular video! Let me know what you think, and give me more ideas for the next video in this series, by showing me your submissions either on discord, or at my email, cormacallen33@gmail.com
The Global Impact of the Taliban Takeover Macs World 2021-09-20 | Hey Madlads! In today's long awaited episode, I will discuss how Afghanistan's fall to the Taliban will inevitably shake up global geopolitics, and what things could change as a result.Sources:cnbc.com/2021/09/13/china-will-be-very-careful-dealing-with-the-taliban-in-afghanistan.htmle-ir.info/2021/09/13/no-friend-of-iran-tehrans-responses-to-the-talibans-return-to-power-in-afghanistancfr.org/backgrounder/taliban-afghanistancnn.com/2021/09/15/asia/imran-khan-pakistan-afghanistan-intl-hnk/index.htmlfactcheck.org/2021/09/how-many-americans-and-allies-are-left-in-afghanistanreuters.com/world/asia-pacific/china-enters-taiwan-air-defence-zone-day-after-military-budget-boost-2021-09-17#afghanistan #china #usa
How EGYPT Can Dominate the Nile, and Why it Needs To Macs World 2021-08-22 | Hey Madlads! Today's episode is about Egypt, a country trapped by its own geography, but with great potential, due to its comparatively high level of industrialization in respect to its neighbors. I will discuss the problems Egypt faces, and why it needs to dominate the Nile River countries to sustain its own sovereignty.My previous video on Ethiopia is right here:youtu.be/l7sMIHMmWP0Sources:1. data.worldbank.org/indicator/SP.DYN.TFRT.IN?locations=EG2. news.trust.org/item/20200924091000-fb8of3. voanews.com/middle-east/egypt-third-population-lives-poverty4. worldometers.info/world-population/egypt-population5. worldatlas.com/articles/what-is-the-ethnic-composition-of-egypt.html6. egyptianstreets.com/2021/03/02/egypt-and-sudan-announce-military-cooperation-deal7. arabnews.com/node/1860141/middle-eastAnd don't forget to subscribe and like, or dislike if you prefer, but surely you wouldn't want to do that, would you?youtube.com/channel/UCr3nz7RmPUIWKORUj9kQhtQ#egypt #sudan #nile
Will ETHIOPIA Be A Great Power? Macs World 2021-08-08 | Hey Madlads! Today, I discuss the prospect of an unlikely great power: Ethiopia. Despite its low chance of reaching this state, I believe it is important to address what Ethiopia has the potential to do, and what it is already doing, to become a more powerful force in Northeastern Africa.Here is the new link for the official Mad Mac Instagram: instagram.com/kormaak #ethiopia #egypt #nile
What Makes The CAUCASUS Nations So Important? Macs World 2021-08-02 | Hey Madlads! Today's video is all about Georgia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan, and what makes them important in international geopolitics. Watch my video on Iran here: youtu.be/KIZNqsmfhAEAnd Central Asia here: youtu.be/86iT4b3dIuo#georgia #armenia #azerbaijan
Will Iran STOP Turkey? How Iran’s growing influence will challenge Turkey Macs World 2021-07-25 | Hey Madlads! Today's episode does a bit of challenging on my previous claims of Turkey being an inevitable superpower, as I discuss a possible outcome of Iran blocking the country from growing before it can start.All my videos on Turkey's growing influence:Part 1 (Balkans): youtu.be/rFvSROMizQsPart 2 (Middle East): youtu.be/oOX4aST9CF8Part 3: (Central Asia): youtu.be/86iT4b3dIuo#iran #turkey #middleeast
Can Turkey Expand Its Influence to Central Asia? Macs World 2021-07-18 | Hey Madlads! Today, I have given you the opportunity to listen to some relaxing music behind me talking about possible future wars in Central Asia that Turkey has the opportunity to take advantage of, and further expand its sphere of influence. Enjoy!The first two parts to the Turkish superpower series:Part 1:youtu.be/rFvSROMizQsPart 2: youtu.be/oOX4aST9CF8Here's a video about Russia and China's clash of geopolitical goals:youtu.be/oOX4aST9CF8And a video about Turkmenistan...youtu.be/tZrFJXRQhrA#turkey #uzbekistan #china
3 Tactics Russia Can Use to Help Its Foreign Policy Macs World 2021-07-14 | Hey Madlads! Today's topic is an extension of last week's video, so if you haven't seen it yet, you probably should, otherwise you will miss a lot of context. Anyway, I explain how Russia can use its internal policy to positively affect its foreign policy, and what it needs to do to defend its interests.Here is the first part: youtu.be/dO9T1NaRXxI#russia #iran #turkey
3 Things Russia Can Do to Rebound From Within Macs World 2021-07-08 | Hey Madlads! In today's episode, I discuss a bit about Russian society, why it is the way it is, and how the country can rebound from its current slump. It is currently rebounding to a degree, but can it continue, and quickly enough to defend all of its interests? Find out here.#russia #orthodox #russian
Should Ukraine and Georgia Join NATO? ft. The Swedish Historian Macs World 2021-06-28 | Hey Madlads! Today, I interview Leo from The Swedish Historian, as we discuss what are the pros and cons to Ukraine and Georgia being part of the NATO alliance, and some other geopolitical topics that we kinda went off topic on, but were nonetheless very interesting. I hope you guys enjoy this type of content in the future. I plan to make this kind of thing every other week, while sticking with the normal infographic videos on the other weeks.Here is the link to subscribe to Leo: youtube.com/user/MrGravitymario#ukraine #georgia #nato
Russia and Chinas Geopolitical Goals Will Clash Greatly in the Near Future. Heres How. Macs World 2021-06-20 | Hey Madlads! Today's documentary explores the impending clash of geopolitical goals that China and Russia will have to face with each other. Rising temperatures and insecure demographics are sure to lead to a rocky relationship for Russia and China in the 21st century, but let's see what may happen.Thank you all for watching! Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this video with all of your friends. Let’s get to 5,000 subscribers by September, so please share my content with everyone you know! If this can be achieved, expect even better content from this channel! Come take a look at my new patreon and discord server!For a video about the Chinese government, click here:youtu.be/iQuvO2E4yfMFor a video about the Russian government, click here:youtu.be/5CItQwyQgRc#russia #china #geopolitics
The Baltic States are WAY more important than you think. Heres why... Macs World 2021-05-30 | Hey Madlads! Today's video is all about the Baltic countries, and why their position is so important in global geopolitics, especially in the power struggle between the Western powers and the Russian Federation. Explore a part of Europe too often overlooked by your news station today.This video was made with Living Ironically in Europe, so if you are subscribed to his channel, don't be surprised to see this video there also. And if you aren't subscribed to him, go do that right now!Living Ironically in Europe: youtube.com/channel/UC8SNsIS6XZ6WaEeEPCSVaQgFor a video about a possible Asian "NATO" alliance, click here:youtu.be/1MvtKM0jaTYFor a video about Indonesia, click here:youtu.be/59K2cFu3SAA#estonia #latvia #lithuania
The Future of US Foreign Policy: An Asian NATO Macs World 2021-05-25 | Hey Madlads! Today (two days late, I know), I'm discussing a new strategy for foreign policy the United States may wish to pursue: an Asian NATO alliance. With the growth of China, many American allies in the region are worried they will be overrun by the Asian giant. So, what is the best course of action to deter this possibility? Find out in this video.My friend Preston has started his new math channel, subscribe here:youtube.com/channel/UC99zH176XjrmuUh8VmcZXbwFor a video about Indonesian geopolitics: click here:youtu.be/59K2cFu3SAATake a look at my new #shorts series here, too.youtu.be/zvvOvbf4nIQ (about the EU expansion)youtu.be/KbsXukPnFeQ (about the crisis in Chad)Thank you all for watching! Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this video with all of your friends. Let’s get to 5,000 subscribers by September, so please share my content with everyone you know! If this can be achieved, expect even better content from this channel! Look out for a patreon in the coming weeks, and I’ll see you guys next time.#asia #china #nato
Why Is Indonesia A Country? And Other Questions About Indonesian Geopolitics Macs World 2021-05-16 | Hey Madlads! Today's episode is all about Indonesia, as I look into why the country exists today as a single state, despite being composed of thousands of different ethnic groups, several hundred languages, and a diverse range of religions. I will also look into the internal challenges Indonesia faces as a result of its diversity, and a possible future scenario (which I don't believe will happen, but is somewhat likely).Please check out Masaman on YouTube, he makes amazing maps, one of which is featured in this video:youtube.com/c/Masaman/featuredyoutube.com/watch?v=4dw6CsIdeEsAlso, check out my friend Kostas on Instagram! He has a great historical debate page that I highly encourage you follow: instagram.com/history_arguementsThank you all for watching! Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this video with all of your friends. It’s time to look at the new milestone of 5,000 subscribers! Let’s see if we can reach this goal by September, so please share my content with everyone you know! Look out for a patreon in the coming weeks, and I’ll see you guys next time.For a video series on the future geopolitics of Turkey, click here:Part 1: youtu.be/rFvSROMizQsPart 2: youtu.be/oOX4aST9CF8#indonesia #java #jakarta
Which Countries Will Join the EU Next? #shorts Macs World 2021-05-02 | Hey Madlads, today I am giving a very quick overview of which countries may be next to join the European Union. This political union has been expanding since it began, and its main focus of expansion today is in the Western Balkans. Let's see which countries may join by 2030!For my first short video, click here:youtu.be/KbsXukPnFeQFor my other videos that look at the EU, look here:youtu.be/C2n4huXFT5cyoutu.be/vwdgEsiU33k#europeanunion #serbia #albania
Whats Going on in Chad? #shorts Macs World 2021-04-26 | After Chadian president Idriss Deby Itno died this Tuesday, Chad has been thrust into turmoil. The new military leader, the late president's son Mahamat Deby Itno, now must face the FACT rebel group that is threatening his government's existence. I hope you guys like this sort of thing in the future, because I’m going to be making these short current event reports sporadically from now on. Subscribe to Mad Mac to see more of this in the future.#chad #news #africa
Is Turkey the Next Great Power? Part Two Macs World 2021-04-25 | Hey Madlads! In part one to this series, covering Turkey's road to regional/global dominance, I looked at the reasons for why Turkey is expanding outward, and how it will be able to do so, in the Western Balkans. In today's video, I'm looking at all the other regions where Turkey can expand its influence, and whether it will be able to or not.Thank you all for watching! Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this video with all of your friends. Thank you to everyone who has helped me get to 1,000 subscribers, this is a huge milestone, and I couldn’t have got there without all of your help! Let's see how fast we can reach 2,000! Look out for a patreon in the coming weeks, and I'll see you tomorrow?For the first part to this series, click here:youtu.be/rFvSROMizQsFor my most recent series on Yugoslavia, check out these two videos:Part One: youtu.be/haNug-7FkxMPart Two: youtu.be/a6LvKzIcp4w#turkey #asia #africa
Is Turkey the Next Great Power? Part One Macs World 2021-04-18 | Hey Madlads! In this week’s video, I will look at why all the cards are in Turkey’s favor to become a regional or global power, and look at how they are trying to gain influence in the Balkans. In Part Two of this video, I will look at Turkey's ambitions in Asia and Africa, and whether they can act on them or not. Thank you all for watching! Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this video with all of your friends. Thank you to everyone who has helped me get to 1,000 subscribers, this is a huge milestone, and I couldn’t have got there without all of your help! Look out for a patreon in the coming weeks, and a Q & A 1,000 sub special. I’ll see you guys then.For my first video on Turkey, click here:youtu.be/vwdgEsiU33kFor my most recent series on Yugoslavia, check out these two videos:Part One: youtu.be/haNug-7FkxMPart Two: youtu.be/a6LvKzIcp4w#turkey #albania #bosnia
The History of Yugoslavia Part 2: Dissolution and War Macs World 2021-04-11 | Hey Madlads! Today, I am looking at the end Yugoslavia, from the dissolution of the country, to the wars that followed as a result. Due to how much information I have to share, this is the second part of a two-part series. In last week's video, I looked at the origins of Yugoslavia, how the country fared through World War Two, and the rule of Josip Broz Tito.Thank you all for watching! Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this video with all of your friends. I will be starting a patreon soon, so be sure to look out for that in the coming weeks. We are within 100 subscribers of reaching the huge milestone of 1,000, so every way you all can help share my content is greatly appreciated. Subscribe to Living Ironically in Europe Here:Living Ironically in Europe: youtube.com/channel/UC8SN...For the first video in this series, click here: youtu.be/haNug-7FkxMFor a video on Bosnia and Herzegovina, click here:youtu.be/5sKtdL2MEMsFor a video on 10 lesser known Soviet allies, click here:youtu.be/_Z6e9hgRLZA#yugoslavia #history #serbia
The History of Yugoslavia, Part 1: Origins and Growth Macs World 2021-04-04 | Hey Madlads! Today, I am looking at the beginning of the history of Yugoslavia, from World War One to the end of Tito's control of the country. Due to how much information I have to share, I have decided to make this History of Yugoslavia a two-part series. In next week's video, I will look at the fall of Yugoslavia, the civil war that came after, and where the former Yugoslav states are today.Thank you all for watching! Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this video with all of your friends. I will be starting a patreon soon, so be sure to look out for that in the coming weeks. We are within 100 subscribers of reaching the huge milestone of 1,000, so every way you all can help share my content is greatly appreciated. For a video on Bosnia and Herzegovina, click here:youtu.be/5sKtdL2MEMsFor a video on 10 lesser known Soviet allies, click here:youtu.be/_Z6e9hgRLZA#yugoslavia #history #tito
What Was The Warsaw Pact? Macs World 2021-03-14 | Hey Madlads, today I am discussing the Warsaw Pact, the counter-alliance to NATO in Europe. With all of its participants being Communist Eastern Bloc states, this military alliance was mainly seen as the principal defender of Communism globally. Watch to gain a full glimpse of this former alliance.Thank you all for watching! Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this video with all of your friends. I will be starting a patreon soon, so be sure to look out for that in the coming weeks. Also, We get closer everyday to 1,000 subscribers, so every way you all can help share my content is greatly appreciated. Thanks again, and I’ll see you next time.For a video about a similar part of the world, click here:youtu.be/Bnu0cLq9I1kFor a video about Bosnia, click here:youtu.be/5sKtdL2MEMs#sovietunion #warsawpact #communist
Can Bosnia and Herzegovina Join NATO? Macs World 2021-03-07 | Hey Madlads! Today, I am discussing whether Bosnia and Herzegovina can join NATO or not, and whether it is a good idea for both the country itself and the region in general. The main reason for the dispute stems in from how the country's internal politics work, so let's find out what factors play into it.Thank you all for watching! Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this video with all of your friends. I will be starting a patreon soon, so be sure to look out for that in the coming weeks. Also, We get closer everyday to 1,000 subscribers, so every way you all can help share my content is greatly appreciated.Subscribe to my friends here:Belgium Fan TV: youtube.com/channel/UCxoLrBaZtSgB8Wjxp_r8QhQLiving Ironically in Europe: youtube.com/channel/UC8SNsIS6XZ6WaEeEPCSVaQgTo see my first video on NATO, click here: youtu.be/gp5rv0sK9usTo see another video where NATO plays an important role (with Georgia), click here: youtu.be/mj462gmHI3U#bosnia #nato #serbia
The Georgian War Explained Macs World 2021-02-21 | IMPORTANT NOTICE:Mac-Con, a forum on Instagram where all my fans can be notified of upcoming videos and submit their own video ideas, is going live TODAY. Be sure to follow @mad_mac_official on Instagram. Direct message me at THIS link if you want to join:instagram.com/mad_mac_officialHey Madlads, today I discuss the Georgian war of 2008, and why it was an important event in global politics. It represented a major turning point in the global power balance, and altered the direction of both the security interests of the western NATO alliance and the Russian Federation. Today, I will explain why this war happened, how it happened, and the reasons for its lingering importance into today’s world. Thank you all for watching! Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this video with all of your friends. I will be starting a patreon soon, so be sure to look out for that in the coming weeks. Also, We get closer everyday to 1,000 subscribers, so every way you all can help share my content is greatly appreciated. Thanks again, and I’ll see you next time.For a video on Equatorial Guinea's History, click here:youtu.be/p85pWKXy-xAFor a video on Turkmenistan, click here: youtu.be/tZrFJXRQhrA#georgia #nato #geopolitics
The Short and Weird History of Equatorial Guinea Macs World 2021-02-14 | Hey Madlads, today I have put together a video discussing one of the weirdest countries on the planet: Equatorial Guinea. Though it may seem like a rich country with GDP per capita figures you may see online, today you will learn why this number does not come close to telling the whole story, and how Equatorial Guinea got to this state. Thank you all for watching! Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this video with all of your friends. I will be starting a patreon soon, so be sure to look out for that in the coming weeks. Also, if you could, please share my videos to everyone you think might be interested in this type of content. If I can reach 1,000 subscribers, I can afford to make much better content, and believe me, you won’t regret it. We get closer everyday, so every way you all can help is greatly appreciated. For a video on Turkmenistan, click here: youtu.be/tZrFJXRQhrAFor a video on South Africa, click here: youtu.be/JQhCSSQ2VA0#equatorialguinea #history #obiang
Geopolitics of Turkmenistan Macs World 2021-02-07 | Howdy Madlads! Today, I'm looking at Turkmenistan, a Central Asian country known for its oil kleptocracy and large deserts. How important is this country really on the global scale, and what implications will its natural resource wealth have in the future!Thank you all for watching, please like, subscribe, and share this video! I will be starting a Patreon soon, so be sure to look out for that in the coming weeks. Also, if you could, please share my videos to everyone you think might be interested in this type of content. If I can reach 1,000 subscribers, I can afford to make much better content, and believe me, you won’t regret it. We get closer everyday, so every way you all can help is greatly appreciated. Here are my sources:azomining.com/Article.aspx?ArticleID=171#:~:text=Turkmenistan's%20key%20natural%20resources%20include,%2C%20epsomite%2C%20bromine%20and%20iodine.worldometers.info/gas/turkmenistan-natural-gas/#:~:text=Gas%20Reserves%20in%20Turkmenistan&text=Turkmenistan%20holds%20265%20trillion%20cubic,190.9%20times%20its%20annual%20consumption.For a video about South Africa, click here:youtu.be/JQhCSSQ2VA0Here is a collection of videos on Russia's geopolitics and ethnic groups. I suggest you watch them in order:youtu.be/5CItQwyQgRcyoutu.be/X5_4kZ0iDdM#turkmenistan #geopolitics #berdimuhamedow
South Africas 11 Official Languages Explained Macs World 2021-01-31 | Howdy Madlads! After a weeklong hiatus (and another two weeks to make this video) I am finally back with a video all about South Africa and its 11 official languages! Today you will learn how South Africa got to this stage, what these languages are, and what challenges appear as a result.I'm planning on doing several videos on Africa in the near future. I've kinda burnt out on European topics now, and Africa is often overlooked on channels similar to this, so I want to fill this gap of knowledge on the internet. There were some great sources I used for this video, I highly recommend you check them out!southafrica-info.com/arts-culture/11-languages-south-africahttps://web.stanford.edu/~jbaugh/saw/Tracy_Language_&_Ebonics.html https://www.good.is/articles/mandela-day-south-african-language-literacyFor a video on the Russian minority languages, click here:youtu.be/X5_4kZ0iDdMFor a video on the only historical interaction Iceland and Turkey ever had, click here:youtu.be/eGdzeCz-AkE#southafrica #zulu #xhosa
Russian Republics and Autonomous Okrugs Explained Macs World 2021-01-10 | Howdy Madlads! Today's video talks all about the different Republics and Autonomous Okrugs (and oblast) of the Russian Federation. I talk about the people that live in these ethnic minority regions, and how exactly their regional governments work.I hope you enjoy, please like and subscribe, and also share this video with all your friends. If you help me reach 1,000 subscribers, I can make even better content, so let's reach that goal!To see the previous video in this series, click here:youtu.be/5CItQwyQgRcTo see a video about Iceland and Turkey, click here:youtu.be/eGdzeCz-AkETo see a video about the Visegrad Group in East/Central Europe, click here:youtu.be/b9s8oJ_9otM#russia #russianfederation #tatarstan
