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Well guys we are kicking off 2022 with a banger. It only took a week for large political unrest to occur, so we have our doubts that 2022 will be any smoother than '21. This time it took place in a relatively obscure country to most folks, yet Kazakhstan bears a pivotal role in the central Asian region. This event not only highlighted that, but it also provided a showcase for Russia's ability to rapidly deploy "peace keepers" and retain the status of a regional powerhouse. We only made about 12 borat references, so hopefully we keep off the new year with an enjoyable and informative episode. Thanks for coming out.