In this episode, Evan Graver discusses the geopolitical landscape surrounding his John Phoenix series, focusing on the tensions between Venezuela and Guyana, the implications of the Donroe Doctrine, and China's growing influence in Latin America. He explores the military dynamics under Maduro's regime, the drug trade's impact on corruption, and potential future scenarios for Venezuela and U.S. involvement. Graver also reflects on how real-world events inform his fiction writing.