My guest this week is the person most requested by you. He is George Friedman, founder and Chairman of Geopolitical Futures.Previously, Dr Friedman was a Professor of Political Studies at Dickenson College, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.Author of numerous books, in particular the New York Times best seller ‘The Next Hundred Years’, George discusses likely events in 2019, including China and its weaknesses in particular.Leighton addresses the latest political poll and why its significance is overrated.Big Tech and censorship get attention.And Carolyn, AKA Mrs Producer, due to even greater demand,  joins in with some of your correspondence.Then just for fun, an anti-Brexit demonstrator demonstrates just how….Well, wait till you hear!Your ongoing comments will form a part of each podcast. Get in touch: Leighton@newstalkzb.co.nzHaven't listened to a podcast before? Check out our simple how-to guide.Listen here on iHeartRadio Leighton Smith's podcast also available on iTunes:To subscribe via iTunes click hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.