Operational Resilience in an Unstable World with Christopher Thackray

About this episode

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.

Chapters

1. 00:00
   Intro: Who is Christopher Thackray?
2. 01:30
   What Resilience Really Means Today
3. 03:45
   Venezuela, the U.S., and Global Power Moves
4. 10:00
   Warning Signs, Sensationalism & Strategic Blind Spots
5. 13:00
   The Rise of the Gray War Zone
6. 17:00
   Leadership, Risk, and Data Sovereignty
7. 22:30
   Recovery Speed & Competitive Advantage
8. 29:00
   The Misclassification of Resilience
9. 33:30
   Strategic Communications as a Resilience Tool
10. 40:00
    U.S. vs China: Balancing Bipolar Risk
11. 47:00
    Long-Term Impacts of Short-Term Growth
12. 52:00
    Rapid Fire: Resilience in Movies, Music & Family
13. 58:30
    Final Reflections: Resilience Rooted in Purpose

Mentioned in this episode

• ashurst.com
• brainzmagazine.com
• riskpanorama.co.uk