Hosted by Ken Goldberg, Leveling The Playing Field is about exposing the many myths, fallacies, and misunderstandings about markets, investing, and risk, as well as highlighting how our guests level the playing field in their own way. Ken Goldberg is a 35-year investment warrior from Wall Street firms to the Chicago Options Trading Floor. Ken has started and sold 3 hedge funds, has been a World Cup Trading Championship winner, and was the most-read outside contributor at TheStreet. Learn mor ...
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Quarantined and socially distant within Hollywood; join Ken Jeong & Joel McHale as they FaceTime each other during these strange times to answer all your questions about Community, Coronavirus and all things in between.
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Tune in to “One on One with Robert Doar” as the President of the American Enterprise Institute brings you exclusive access to in-depth discussions on pressing policy issues. Dive into stimulating conversations with AEI's foremost experts that will challenge political preconceptions, explore innovative ideas, and shape our world.
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Welcome to Art Robot Death, a podcast about art, technology, and society.
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The Leaders' Perspective host Jason Goldberg interviews triple threat leaders about their lives, philosophies, and careers, and topics related to the people, products, trends and experiences that influence business. Triple threat leaders are those who have a high IQ, EQ and DQ - intelligence quotient, emotional quotient, and decency quotient. Guests will come from across business, academia, politics, healthcare, and more.
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The Animation Podcast is the place for discussion about the craft of animation. Shows will feature interviews with some of animation's greatest talent, focusing on their personal perspective of the artform. Created by a professional animator for people who love animation or are just plain curious.
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Where Do Gays Retire is a podcast where we help you in the LGBTQ+ community find a safe and affordable retirement destination. Join Mark Goldstein as he interviews others who live in gay-friendly places around the globe. Learn about the climate, cost of living, the LGBTQ + community, healthcare, crime and safety, and more.
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Learn how Web3 disrupts industries and discover investment and career opportunities in the crypto economy, without being bogged down by technical complexity. Hosted by Kelvin Wong, Creator of JPMorgan's Strategic Solutions Group. Kelvin chats with some of the most innovative founders, investors and thought leaders in Web3, blockchain, crypto, metaverse, DeFi, NFT and DAO space. Listeners come away with exciting ideas about opportunities emerging in the Digital Asset Ecosystem. Any topic/gues ...
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Adrian Goldberg interviews famous Midlanders asking what part the region played in their success. Made in the Midlands is a podcast which investigates the cultural foundations of the UK’s most populous region. More than ten million people call middle England their home yet it’s a part of Britain which often seems little understood by our fellow Brits. Northerners are sure we’re southerners. Southerners are equally sure we’re northerners. Made in the Midlands is a chance to set the record str ...
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Special Episode: Ruy Teixeira on the Presidential Race
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Ruy Teixeira joins Robert to react to the selection of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as Kamala Harris’s running mate and to analyze the state of the presidential election. They discuss the strategies, policies, and voters both campaigns need to pursue to achieve victory in November. Ruy is a senior fellow at AEI. His work focuses on the transformatio…
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Mark DeLancey, a man of many accomplishments, is the Executive Director of the Salisbury, Maryland, PFLAG chapter. At 61, he is a retired Marine, a prominent LGBTQ leader, a Triplet, a world record holder, an Artist, a Horror Film buff, a Theatre enthusiast, a part-time gardener, and a recovering Gen X/Boomer cusp baby. Mark's unique perspective on…
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In the second of a two-part episode, Adam White and Robert continue their discussion of landmark decisions of the Supreme Court’s 2023-24 term. After wrapping up their discussion of presidential immunity, Adam and Robert cover the court’s decisions on homelessness (Grants Pass v. Johnson) and social media censorship (Murthy v. Missouri) before endi…
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Athens, Greece with Steve Gantzos and Ken Cook
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Summary Athens, Greece is a vibrant city with a rich history and modern amenities. It offers a mix of ancient ruins, world-class museums, delicious food, and lively nightlife. The city is known for its welcoming LGBTQ+ community, with a gayborhood in the Ghazi neighborhood and a variety of gay-friendly establishments. Both expats and locals find it…
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Adam White sits down with Robert to talk about the landmark decisions of the Supreme Court's 2023-24 term. In the first of a two-part episode, they discuss two cases with vast implications for the executive branch: Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, which ended Chevron deference, and Trump v. United States, which set the limits of presidential i…
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Oloron Sainte-Marie, France with Mykle Flatley
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Mykle Flatley and his spouse Doug moved from Phoenix, Arizona to Oloron Sainte-Marie, France in 2021. They chose Oloron Saint-Marie because of its climate, affordability, and proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and Spain. Michael, who is a dual Irish and American citizen, obtained Irish citizenship 20 years ago, which made moving to France easier. The …
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Ed Pinto joins Robert to talk about the state of the American housing market. They discuss the harmful effects of government regulation, policies that can increase affordability, and advice for homebuyers today. Ed is a senior fellow and the co-director of the AEI Housing Center. His work focuses on the role of federal, state, and local policy in h…
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with Nancy Schneider
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Summary Nancy Schneider, a Philadelphia retiree shares her experience of retiring in the city. Philadelphia is located on the East Coast of Pennsylvania, with easy access to New York City, Washington DC, and the Jersey coast. The city has a temperate climate and offers a variety of quick getaways, including New York, the Jersey Shore, and nearby ga…
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Jonah Goldberg on the Political Landscape
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Jonah Goldberg joins Robert to talk about the transformation of the American political and media landscape in recent years. They discuss ideological realignments on the right, media bias, and the importance of character in the presidential election. Jonah is a senior fellow and the Asness Chair in Applied Liberty at AEI. His work focuses on politic…
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Renato is a Bolivian entrepreneur who currently resides in Madrid. He has a passion for languages and has found a way to make money from it. In addition to being multilingual, he also has a fondness for the arts, particularly pottery and music. He played in the orchestra of his city in Bolivia and Spain for approximately 5 years. Renato was born in…
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Ken Pollack sits down with Robert to talk about the war in Gaza and the broader context of Arab-Israeli conflict. They discuss how the war has shifted public opinion about Hamas and Benjamin Netanyahu’s government, as well as what an end to the conflict would look like. Ken Pollack is a senior fellow at AEI, where he works on Middle Eastern politic…
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands with Jeremy Bierbach
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Frontiers of Equality in the Development of EU and US Citizenship Author: Dr Jeremy B. Bierbach Jeremy Bierbach (1975) is originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. After graduating from Georgetown University in Washington, DC, in 1996 with a bachelor’s degree in linguistics, Jeremy worked as an IT specialist for several years. In 2001, Jeremy emigr…
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Nat Malkus joins Robert to talk about the staggering number of children who regularly miss school each year. They discuss chronic absenteeism in schools, and how teachers, parents, and elected officials can address the serious problem facing the nation. Nat Malkus is a Senior Fellow at AEI where he conducts empirical research on K-12 and higher edu…
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Malta, with Eric Tenin and Michael Salone
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Eric is French, born and raised in Paris where he lived and worked as a business journalist until Michael and he left for Malta. Michael is American by birth (born in Hollywood, Florida) and became French while living in Paris. An HR Executive for 2 very large conglomerates, Michael has moved around a lot for his companies and traveled the world. H…
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Marc Thiessen joins Robert to talk about the recent passage of Ukraine aid, why Donald Trump needs Nikki Haley voters to win in November, and the continuing fascination with Hungary among elements of the American right. Marc Thiessen is a Senior Fellow at AEI. His work focuses on US foreign and defense policy issues and American presidential leader…
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Albuquerque, New Mexico with Pamm Meyers
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pamm meyers pamm meyers is, storyteller, dynamic leader and advocate dedicated to fostering prosperity within the LGBTQIA community through business innovation and social advocacy. With a multifaceted background, pamm has become a trailblazer in various fields, leaving an indelible mark on New Mexico’s LGBTQIA and business communities. As CEO of Go…
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Following up on Ken's last episode, where he contemplated that the Total Eclipse of the Sun has "set the trap" to suck the last of us and our money into the risk markets of stocks, bitcoin, real estate, and gold, today's short episode and charts explains how and why we are where we are, what has happened in the past, and why might be coming next. I…
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Dan Cox on the Gender Divide within Gen Z
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Dan Cox joins Robert to talk about the growing divide between Generation Z men and women. They discuss the corrosive effects of social media, declining interest in relationships and marriage, and the potential effects on the 2024 election of increasing gender-based political polarization. Dan is the Director of the Survey Center for American Life a…
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Rick retired on Dec 31 2023 with 35 years and 21 Emmy Awards under his belt as a producer, writer, and director. He began his work as a public service when he was elected as Dane County WI County Board Supervisor for which he will aim for reelection on 4/2/24. He is an advocate for the disenfranchised serving as a CASA volunteer in 3 states, as co-…
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TOTAL ECLIPSE OF THE SUN...The Trap is Set!
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The single most unifying event in a long time just happened this Monday, April 8th; the TOTAL ECLIPSE OF THE SUN. Not just any eclipse, but one with the moon very close to earth, which means the shadow of the eclipse was the widest in recent memory, allowing the most amount of North Americans to view it in history. For a brief moment, everyone that…
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Salt Lake City, Utah with Dwayne Atkinson
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Dwayne was born/raised in the northern Utah area (Ogden, north of SLC) and also spent time in southern California (Oxnard) He was educated in Utah through high school, and went to Weber State University, majoring in Architecture, but discontinued his education. Raised in the area's predominant religion (Latter Day Saints, Mormon) Served a church mi…
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Tony Mills on the Failures of Experts During COVID
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Tony Mills joins Robert to talk about what policymakers and scientific experts got right and wrong throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. They discuss school closures, lockdowns, masks, and vaccines. Tony highlights the loss of trust in experts and how the relationship between science, the media, and politics needs to change. Tony Mills is the Director …
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"Meet Kurt Becker, a seasoned public health professional with a rich journey of dedication and impact. Originally from Ithaca, NY, Kurt earned dual degrees in broadcasting and developmental psychology from Tompkins Cortland Community College. After moving to Las Cruces, New Mexico, he finished courses at New Mexico State University and graduated fr…
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BONUS: Michael Strain on Recent Inflation Report and the US Economy
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Michael Strain joins Robert for a bonus episode to discuss the recent inflation numbers. They discuss whether the US economy will experience a soft landing, the US's economic relationship with China, and Trump and Biden's policy track records. Strain is the AEI Director of Economic Policy Studies and a columnist for Project Syndicate. His work focu…
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Kori Schake on Global Affairs: Israel and Ukraine
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Kori Schake joins Robert to discuss the war in Ukraine, the Israel-Gaza conflict, and climate change debates in foreign policy. They also discuss the changing United States foreign policy strategy as the Republican Party is increasingly divided on these issues. Kori is the AEI Director of Foreign and Defense Policy Studies. Her work focuses on Amer…
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Saugatuck/Douglas, Michigan With Kevin Putnam
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Kevin grew up in the Detroit area. He attended college at Wayne State University and acquired his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management and Entrepreneurship. He started working with McDonald’s Restaurants as a franchisee in 1988 as an hourly crew person and worked his up to Director of Operations and Managing Partner. He has a great life partner…
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Matthew Continetti joins Robert to analyze the upcoming election, debates on Ukraine aid, the impact of Trump on the Republican Party, and the health of American democracy. Matthew is the AEI Director of Domestic Policy Studies and the founding editor of the Washington Free Beacon. His work focuses on American political thought and history, with a …
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Yuval Levin joins Robert to analyze social cohesion in America, Trumpism, realignment on the right, and the loss of trust in elites. Yuval is the AEI Director of Social, Cultural, and Constitutional Studies and Editor in Chief, National Affairs. His work focuses on constitutionalism and American institutions.…
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Introduction: Welcome to "One on One with Robert Doar"
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Welcome to “One on One with Robert Doar”, where AEI President Robert Doar brings you exclusive access to in-depth discussions on pressing policy issues. Dive into stimulating conversations with AEI's foremost political and policy experts that will challenge political preconceptions, explore innovative ideas, and shape our world. Subscribe today!…
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The Ticking Just Stopped...NOBODY LOOK AT IT!!!
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As this episode's title states, "the ticking has stopped". That's the time bomb that has been ticking away since Oct 2023. Bomb experts know that just before the explosion, the ticking stops...then BOOM. Viola, here we are. The public has never been so exposed to disaster in the past century, and now all concentrated in just a few names. Listen in …
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Chicago, Illinois With Marc Goldberg
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Marc Goldberg Dog Trainer and author Marc Goldberg had his first paying client while still in junior high school and printed his first business card in 1975 at the age of 17. Marc first competed in an American Kennel Club obedience ring at age 12 with his first dog, a Sheltie named Gus. They won High in Trial, beating out nearly 100 dogs and they w…
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Looks like a Duck, Sounds like a Duck...EVERYONE...DUCK!!!
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The accompanying three charts included in today's episode point to only one logical conclusion about the next few years of lifestyle in America...PAIN AND SUFFERING for most of us. Tune in as Ken takes only a few minutes to illuminate what history, not himself, but HISTORY shows is set to arrive next on the lifestyle calendar. It's not too late, in…
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Las Cruces, New Mexico with Michael Stracener
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Dr. Michael Stracener is currently a Visiting Professor in social welfare policy at New Mexico State University in Las Cruces, New Mexico. He has 40-plus years’ experience as a clinical social worker and doctor of public health, retiring to Las Cruces in 2021 from Federal service with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Dr. Stracener is marrie…
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PERMANENTLY HIGH PLATEAU...AGAIN? The 1929 Analog!
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Here you go, the 1929 Deja Vu that nobody wants to even consider. Listen in as Ken pulls historical data from three amazing graphics to awaken our stock-drunk states of consciousness. The facts are the facts, and you'll be stunned at the similar set up to the biggest financial disaster in the past 100 years. Use the first link below to best see the…
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National Capital Region - District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia (DMV) with Jim Hansen
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Jim Hansen He was born in Pensacola, Florida in 1965 and raised in a military family. By the time he graduated from high school in 1983 in Newport News, Virginia, he had attended 9 different elementary and secondary schools. He can legitimately say he has lived in Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, …
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PULL THE RIPCORD and Jump Out of the Stock Market -- N O W !!!
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If not now, WHEN? If not here, WHERE? If not you, WHO? In this shortest episode, but clearest message, ever...Ken paints the picture of another ideal time and place to exit the stock market, raise cash, and prepare for the coming decline, which could be the WORST CALENDAR YEAR FOR STOCKS IN A CENTURY! Make sure you follow along with the two graphic…
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Ericeira, Portugal with Roxana Bellia
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Roxana Bellia Growing up in Buenos Aires in the 60s, the adventure and quest for new economic opportunities took my parents to the vibrant city of New York. This was amidst the tenuous and fragile government that was later to succumb to a dictatorship. Despite having grown up with a cosmopolitan mindset and bicultural orientation, California became…
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The data is objective, the time is now, the path is clear...Don't ignore the ten out of ten results for the market's path when the current conditions have arisen in the past 70 years. See the attached charts that Ken explains in detail, and take some actions that are also suggested. Enjoy today's short show, and share it with those you love. It's n…
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Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (Refresh) with Herschel Weisfeld
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Herschel Alan Weisfeld was born March 14, 1961, in McAllen, Texas along the southern border just across the Rio Grande River from Reynosa, Mexico, and graduated from public school in 1979. While in high school he studied real estate and received his Texas Real Estate salesman’s license as soon as he turned 18 and his Real estate broker’s license at…
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It's all on the line with this likely historic episode. Today, Ken shows four epic charts of objective data that looks through the fog of the media and pundit hype, and forecasts what could be the greatest buying opportunity of our lifetimes. HOWEVER, TO GET TO IT, THERE IS LIKELY TO BE SOME ROUGH ROADS AHEAD. Take a quick 15 minute break from your…
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La Barra, Uruguay with Elaine Zito and Cynthia Richards
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Elaine Zito was born in Chicago and raised in Elk Grove Village until her family moved to Southern California. She graduated from UCSD in San Diego and received her Political Science degree with an emphasis in Latin American Politics. During her tenure at UCSD, she had the opportunity to study in Mexico City. This is where she discovered her love f…
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Know History or Repeat History...the choice is Yours!
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Today's episode is a great follow up to last week, where Ken showed objective evidence that we could be in for a very rough financial period for the next few years. The included charts take it a step further, and forecast where the Dow Jones could fall to in the coming economic cleansing. Get familiar with the term STOCK-MAGEDDON, as that is exactl…
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El Pescadero, Mexico with Lew Gallo
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Born in Anaheim, California, Lew Gallo, and his family moved to the San Francisco area when he was nine years old. The move was not unfamiliar to Lew and his siblings. His parents were known to take Sunday drives. As it would get later in the day and no sign of his parents, Lew’s oldest sister would start to cry but Lew was filled with excitement. …
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Today's episode is about assuming the position. You know, the one the flight attendants talk about "in case of a water landing"? Well, I don't know about you, but "water landing" is just another way to describe a CRASH LANDING IN WATER. Every time I hear that on a plane, my mind replaces that phrase with CRASH LANDING. So, I order a cocktail. It's …
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Uvita, Costa Rica with Joe Studer and Keith Foley
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Keith and Joe moved to Costa Rica after many years of living in Arizona. They have been together for 16 years. They both had a dream of living in Costa Rica and running a small hotel. 3 years ago, they finally made it come true, finding the perfect hotel in Uvita Costa Rica. They sold their home in Arizona and bought Nature’s Edge Hotel in March 20…
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BUCKLE UP, as Ken shows the reasons to head for the sidelines in your stock and bond holdings, mutual funds, and 401k's...THE 3rd WAVE HAS LIKELY BEGUN!. You have to see the chart in the first link in today's show notes, or just scroll down if watching from the Mission Matters platform. More importantly, though, you must consider the conversation t…
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Hilo, Hawaii with Richard Ostreicher and Bob Sleasman
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Richard Ostreicher was born in Plainview, New York, and began his professional career at the Yale School of Drama and Yale Repertory Theatre. He went on to be the first Managing Director of the Portland Stage Company, Maine’s first resident professional theatre. The early 80s HIV/AIDS crisis inspired him to partner with NYC-based pioneers in HIV/AI…
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THE BALLOON AWAITS ONLY THE PIN...But You don't have to...
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The "Ah Ha" moment is upon us like it was in late 2021/early 2022, as well as in the summer of 2022; each of which presented a tremendous opportunity to reduce investment risk in stocks, bonds, and real estate. Here we are again, with the economy deteriorating, government failing to operate, and wars now in two areas of the world. The collective mo…
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New Orleans, Louisiana with Jim Meadows and Joe Fay
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Jim Meadows, MSW, is the executive director of New Orleans Advocates for LGBTQ+ Elders (NOAGE). In addition to his work with NOAGE, he is the secretary for the LGBT Archives Project of Louisiana, and he serves on the board of directors for A Home Among Friends, which aims to provide affordable housing to low-income LGBT seniors in New Orleans. He i…
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HINDENBURG OMEN CRASH ALERT Just Triggered September 12, 2023...BUCKLE UP!!
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Here's the shocker you've all been hoping wouldn't come...the stock market signal that has occurred every time the market has crashed in the past 50 years...The Hindenburg Omen. Listen in as Ken gives the history and power of this "necessary, but not sufficient" harbinger of scary market conditions. It's the best 20 minute gift that you can give yo…
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