What are the risks shaping the global landscape in 2026 and beyond? How can organizations shift from reactive fear to proactive strength?

In this powerful episode of Resiliency The Podcast, hosts Dr. Kelly Culver and Jenn Quader sit down with Christopher Thackray, a leading global risk and resilience advisor, to explore the geopolitical, technological, and societal threats facing businesses and governments today.

From the U.S.–China dynamic and Venezuela's political crisis to the future of cybersecurity, AI, and civil unrest — this episode is packed with insights for leaders at every level. Whether you’re navigating global supply chains, leading a boardroom, or running a household, this conversation will change how you think about resilience.

Takeaways:

-Resilience is not continuity – It's about recovery, adaptation, and learning.

-Plan for the unthinkable – 2026 will test leaders with unpredictable risks.

-Purpose fuels resilience – Align strategy with why you exist.

-Speed = advantage – Fast recovery creates competitive edge.

-Know your dependencies – Understand your exposure to China, the U.S., and beyond.

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-Brainz Magazine - https://www.brainzmagazine.com/

-Risk Panorama - https://riskpanorama.co.uk

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- Jenn Quader’s Website: http://jennquader.com

- Connect with Jenn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennquader/

- Jenn Quader’s Tedx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9yKMeo3GW2k

- The Smart Agency Website: https://thesmartagency.com/

Contact Dr. Kelly Culver:

- Culver Group Website: https://new.culvergroup.ca/

- Dr. Kelly Culver’s Website: http://drkellyculver.com

- Connect with Kelly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-culver/

- Dr. Kelly Culver’s Tedx Talk: https://youtu.be/0FNU95LH-f8?si=8uamb7cs7RiUWxRV

🌐 Produced by A.L.L. Inc., Auntie LouLou Productions & The Culver Group

Chapters:

00:00 – Intro: Who is Christopher Thackray?
01:30 – What Resilience Really Means Today
03:45 – Venezuela, the U.S., and Global Power Moves
10:00 – Warning Signs, Sensationalism & Strategic Blind Spots
13:00 – The Rise of the Gray War Zone
17:00 – Leadership, Risk, and Data Sovereignty
22:30 – Recovery Speed & Competitive Advantage
29:00 – The Misclassification of Resilience
33:30 – Strategic Communications as a Resilience Tool
40:00 – U.S. vs China: Balancing Bipolar Risk
47:00 – Long-Term Impacts of Short-Term Growth
52:00 – Rapid Fire: Resilience in Movies, Music & Family
58:30 – Final Reflections: Resilience Rooted in Purpose

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Operational Resilience in an Unstable World with Christopher Thackray