In this episode, Ralph Schoellhammer and Doomberg discuss various pressing global issues, including the launch of new projects, the concept of mental models in understanding complex problems, and the dynamics of US-China relations. They delve into the implications of sanctions on energy economics, the future of energy independence, and the competency crisis in European leadership. The conversation also touches on the decline of Germany and the EU, the nature of war, and the challenges of navigating the modern information landscape.