In this episode, I discuss the Supreme Court decision reached on June 4 in favor of a baker, Jack Phillips, who refused to customize a wedding cake for a gay couple. While I agree that Mr. Phillips should have the right to not serve any customer, this decision did not go far enough. It stuck to the specifics of this case, saying that the actions of…

In this episode, I discuss Roseanne’s tweets and the cancellation of her show, America’s role in the world, and how conservatives are in no position to denigrate libertarianism for being imprecise and/or undefinable. https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/mark-geise-show/Episode+56+-+Roseanne%2C+Memorial+Day%2C+and+the+Ambiguity+of+'Conservatism'.mp3…

I discuss some of the common arguments made in favor of increased gun control, the inconsistencies and weaknesses of these arguments, and my own position on (lack of) gun control. https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/mark-geise-show/Episode+55+-+Gun+Control+Debate+Reignited.mp3By Mark Geise

In this episode, I discuss the volatile week in the markets. I don’t think this the end of the slide; after two years of ~25% returns with no notable declines during that time, we are as primed for a bear market as ever. I also talk about the hypocrisy of the Republican Party on deficits. Establishment Republicans criticized deficits during Obama’s…

In this episode, co-hosts Josh Eppinger and Mark Geise discuss Jack Eichel’s new 8 year, $80 million contract extension. Also, we discuss expectations and predictions for the upcoming season. https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/sabretalk/October+5+2017+Podcast.mp3By Mark Geise and Josh Eppinger

In this episode, co-hosts Josh Eppinger and Mark Geise discuss training camp and preseason thus far. Specific topics discussed include: Roster battles for the final few forward spots Line combinations The new system Cliff Pu and Brendan Guhle Expectations for Robin Lehner this year https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/sabretalk/September+22+2017+Podc…

In this episode, co-hosts Josh Eppinger and Mark Geise discuss the draft, the beginning of the free agency period, the big Marco Scandella trade, and prospect development camp. We also discuss Robin Lehner and Nathan Beaulieu’s upcoming arbitration hearings and additional tweaks that could be made to this roster. As always, thanks for listening! ht…

(This episode was recorded on June 16, but is being released on June 18 due to some technical delays.) In this episode, co-hosts Josh Eppinger and Mark Geise discuss the Phil Housley hire. We discussed this ad nauseam last podcast, so there wasn’t too much to add in this podcast. We discuss some players for whom this hire will be best, among them b…

In this episode, co-hosts Josh Eppinger and Mark Geise discuss the recent news that Bob Boughner will likely be introduced as the head coach of the Florida Panthers on Monday. This likely narrows the Sabres’ decision to Nashville assistant Phil Housley and Pittsburgh assistant Rick Tocchet. Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Finals is tomorrow (Sunday) nigh…

Federal contractor Reality Leigh Winner was arrested for leaking classified National Security Agency (NSA) information to The Intercept. The Right has been hypocritical, calling for her to go to prison after generally championing the work of Julian Assange and Wikileaks to release information about the DNC during the 2016 election. The Left was sim…

In this episode, I discuss the recent decision by an appellate court to affirm the life sentence without possibility of parole for Ross Ulbricht, the founder of Silk Road. Silk Road was an online marketplace that operated using Tor (a browser designed for anonymity) with transactions conducted in bitcoin, a cryptocurrency. I discuss some details of…

In this episode, co-hosts Josh Eppinger and Mark Geise discuss the hiring of Jason Botterill as General Manager, potential head coaching candidates, and the Stanley Cup Playoffs. https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/sabretalk/May+17+2017+Podcast.mp3By Mark Geise and Josh Eppinger

I wanted to take a nice break to record an optimistic episode. Despite the tone of many of my episodes criticizing media members, politicians, governments, and others, I still firmly believe this is the best time to be alive in human history. Fewer people around the world go hungry or thirsty than ever before. Fewer children around have to work tha…

This week, the House of Representatives passed the American Health Care Act (AHCA) by a 217-213 margin. The AHCA revises the Affordable Care Act (ACA), or Obamacare. Next, it will be sent to the Senate for a vote, where it should encounter even more vociferous criticism. Despite the hysterical cries of Affordable Care Act supporters, the AHCA makes…

In this episode, co-hosts Josh Eppinger and Mark Geise discuss the new developments in the general manager search for the Sabres. Pittsburgh Penguins Associate General Manager Jason Botterill has emerged as the front-runner, with Elliotte Friedman reporting that Botterill has received a second interview of sorts. Multiple other candidates have been…

In this episode, I discuss President Trump’s tax plan. As of now, only a one page summary has been released, so many of the details are forthcoming. However, we know that Trump is proposing a 15% corporate income tax rate, versus the existing 35%, and is proposing three personal income tax brackets versus the current seven. I discuss some other fea…

In this episode, co-hosts Josh Eppinger and Mark Geise discuss the decision by Terry and Kim Pegula to fire general manager Tim Murray and head coach Dan Bylsma. Specific topics discussed include: The report that Eichel stated that he would not sign a contract extension this off-season if Bylsma remained head coach Tim Murray’s legacy The necessity…

In this episode, I discuss Alexis de Tocqueville’s “Democracy in America.” In this book, which was published in 1835, de Tocqueville describes every aspect of American society at this point in time. A Frenchman, de Tocqueville visited the United States for nine months in 1831 when he was just 25 years old. Despite his young age, de Tocqueville was …

In this episode, co-hosts Josh Eppinger and Mark Geise discuss the handful of games down the stretch, the Sabres’ final place in the standings, and important issues heading into the offseason. Specific topics discussed include: Tim Murray’s press conference on Wednesday Dan Bylsma’s future with the club The CJ Smith signing Alex Nylander’s first NH…

In this episode, I discuss Donald Trump’s decision to bomb Syria after an alleged chemical attack on civilians by Bashar al-Assad. After this action, Trump received some of the most positive coverage he has received from the mainstream press since acceding to the office of the presidency. The “moderate” Democrats and Republicans both praised Trump’…

In this episode, I discuss the current state of the automobile industry. To prop up new car prices, subprime lending has exploded in recent years as dealer inventories have increased. Dealers have pushed greater incentives and extended the term of car notes to attract borrowers of lesser creditworthiness. Used car prices declined nearly 4% in Febru…

In this episode, I discuss the death of the American Health Care Act of 2017, the repeal and replace legislation introduced by Republicans a couple weeks ago. The bill was pulled after Speaker of the House Paul Ryan was not able secure enough votes to pass the bill. Both moderate Republicans and the House Freedom Caucus refused to fall in line beyo…

In this episode, co-hosts Josh Eppinger and Mark Geise discuss the three Sabres games this week: Monday’s 2-1 victory over the Detroit Red Wings, Tuesday’s 3-1 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins, and Saturday’s 5-2 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs. Specific topics discussed include: Jack Eichel’s two goal night versus the Maple Leafs and continued…

In this episode, co-hosts Josh Eppinger and Mark Geise discuss the 3-5-2 stretch since our prior podcast. Specific topics discussed: Tim Murray’s inactivity at the trade deadline Dan Bylsma’s future in Buffalo Jack Eichel’s offensive production Viktor Antipin signing Defensive situation heading into the offseason The remaining games on the schedule…

Today (March 15), Janet Yellen and the Federal Reserve decided to raise the Federal funds rate target from 50 to 75 basis points to 75 to 100 basis points. The Fed decided to hike rates despite cratering quarter one GDP estimates. The Atlanta Fed’s estimates declined from over 3% less than two months ago to the most recent estimate of 0.9%. The est…

In this episode, I discuss the Obamacare replacement bill proposed by House Republicans. This bill simply takes many of the features of the Affordable Care Act and dresses them up in different language. For those that voted Republican in the hopes that Obamacare would be repealed, you should be outraged by this proposal. This legislation will have …

In this episode, I discuss Donald Trump’s speech to Congress on February 28 and his recent budget proposal calling for a $54 billion increase in military spending. He proposes to cut foreign aid and the budgets of other federal agencies, including the EPA, to fund this spending increase. Predictably, though, Social Security and Medicare are complet…

In this episode, co-hosts Josh Eppinger and Mark Geise discuss the previous three games for the Sabres: Sunday night’s 5-1 loss to the Chicago Blackhawks, Saturday night’s 5-3 loss to the Colorado Avalanche, and Sunday night’s 3-2 loss to the Arizona Coyotes. Specific topics discussed include: The Sabres firmly in seller mode Trade rumors surroundi…

In this episode, I discuss Donald Trump’s recent comments that the media is an enemy of the American people. I believe that he is correct when he says this; the media has been instrumental in perpetuating falsehoods to the American people and in eroding our liberties. However, I believe that Trump simply wants the media to get out of his way, so we…

In this episode, co-hosts Josh Eppinger and Mark Geise discuss the Sabres’ 3-2 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday night, 2-0 victory over the Colorado Avalanche on Thursday night, and 3-2 victory over the St. Louis Blues on Saturday afternoon. Specific topics discussed include: The playoff picture Robin Lehner’s continued strong play Evand…

In this episode, co=hosts Josh Eppinger and Mark Geise discuss the Sabres’ five games this week: a 2-1 loss to the New Jersey Devils on Monday night, a 5-4 overtime win over the San Jose Sharks on Tuesday night, a 5-2 loss to the Anaheim Ducks on Thursday night, a 3-1 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday night, and a 4-2 loss to the Vancouv…

In this episode, I discuss Donald Trump’s comments in response to Bill O’Reilly’s assertion that Vladimir Putin is a “killer.” Trump is right when he says that we are not so innocent. Most frustrating to me is the multitude of people that reflexively come out in opposition of whatever Donald Trump says. I’m not sure how people can simultaneously ho…

In this episode, I discuss the Super Bowl, including my impressions of the halftime show, the commercials, and the reaction of race baiters to the Patriots defeating the Falcons (here’s a hint: according to them, the Patriots epitomize white supremacy’s continued victories over marginalized groups). I analyze the Milo Yiannopoulos protests (a.k.a. …

In this episode, co-hosts Josh Eppinger and Mark Geise discuss the past two weeks of Sabres hockey. The Sabres defeated the Nashville Predators 5-4 in overtime on January 24, lost to the Dallas Stars 4-3 on January 26, lost to the Montreal Canadiens 5-2 on January 31, lost in overtime to the New York Rangers 2-1 on February 2, and shut out the Otta…

In this episode, I discuss my three reactions to Donald Trump’s executive order on immigration: It is unconstitutional, though not for the reasons that you think I’ll say. The reaction to it has been ridiculously overblown and hysterical. I think it is poor policy. It may seem that these three positions are impossible to be held in concert with one…

In this episode, I discuss the recent news surrounding Donald Trump’s wall. An executive order signed yesterday (January 25) states that plans to construct a physical wall will begin immediately. Press Secretary Sean Spicer discussed a 20% border tax with Mexico that he claims could pay for at least a portion of the wall, while Speaker of the House…

Donald Trump is now the 45th president of the United States. Trump’s cabinet picks have been going through the ringer as we continue to learn more about what his administration plans to do. I discuss Trump’s inauguration speech, the Betsy DeVos confirmation hearing, and Barack Obama’s legacy. https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/mark-geise-show/Episo…

In this episode, co-hosts Josh Eppinger and Mark Geise discuss the four games played this week: the Sabres beat the Dallas Stars 4-1 on Monday, lost 4-3 to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday, beat the Detroit Red Wings 3-2 in overtime on Friday, and beat the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 in overtime on Saturday. Specific topics discussed include: An updat…

In this episode, co-hosts Josh Eppinger and Mark Geise discuss their brief hiatus, the games over the last several weeks, and what to expect in terms of player movement and performance over the rest of the year. Specific topics discussed include: Friday night’s 5-2 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes Evander Kane’s surging productivity Dmitry Kulikov’s…

In this episode, I discuss the potential repeal of the Affordable Care Act. More specifically, I attack the idea that health care is a “right.” Unlike rights like free speech and the right to own guns, the right to health care would necessarily imply one of two things. Either services must be rendered to you by a doctor or health care professional …

In this episode, I discuss an article by economist Noah Smith (linked below) in which, in his infinite wisdom, he believes there are not enough universities in the United States. He calls for a federal system of universities and building projects to construct new universities, funded by taxpayers. He even gives passing reference to allowing supply …

In this episode, I discuss Governor Andrew Cuomo’s proposal to make New York State colleges and universities “free” for students from families that earn under $125,000 a year. Cuomo’s predictable response to affordability issues stemming from too much government involvement is to involve government even more. The plan estimates a $163 million annua…

In this episode, I discuss Thomas Sowell’s retirement and my three favorite books written by him: “Basic Economics: A Common Sense Guide to the Economy,” “The Vision of the Anointed: Self-Congratulation as a Basis for Social Policy,”and “Ethnic America: A History.” He will certainly be missed as a sober voice fighting against the progressive agenda…

In this episode, I discuss the Federal Reserve’s decision to raise the Federal Funds rate target from 25-50 basis points to 50-75 bps. The post-election run up in stock prices gave the Fed perfect cover to raise rates, its only hike of 2016. The Fed is also projecting three rate hikes in 2017, which I find laughable. It projected four hikes in 2016…

In this episode, we discuss the Sabres’ 4-1 loss to the Washington Capitals, 6-3 victory over the Los Angeles Kings, 3-2 overtime win over the New York Islanders, and 2-1 shootout loss to the Carolina Hurricanes. Specific topics discussed include: Rasmus Ristolainen’s continued offensive emergence Evander Kane’s temporary demotion to the fourth lin…

In this episode, I discuss the Obama administration’s decision to deny an easement for the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL) to cross underneath Lake Oahe, a reservoir created by a dam of the Missouri River. I believe that Obama is simply trying to pass off the tough decision to Donald Trump in January, but the implication of this changing of the rules…

In this episode, we discuss the Sabres’ 2-1 loss to the Boston Bruins on Saturday, 3-2 overtime loss to the Washington Capitals on Monday, and 4-3 overtime win over the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday. Specific topics discussed include: Rasmus Ristolainen’s huge minute load and offensive outburst Jack Eichel’s injury in the Capitals game Brendan Guhle’s…

In this episode, I discuss three seemingly unrelated stories: the United Kingdom’s recent passing of the Investigatory Powers Bill, India’s recent overnight ban of 5,000 and 10,000 rupee bills (roughly $7.50 and $15, respectively), and Italy’s “No” vote on its constitutional referendum. Each of these stories are relevant to topics I have previously…

In this episode, I first discuss the selection of Betsy DeVos as the Secretary of the Department of Education. DeVos has been demonized by the far-left media outlets as an extremist that wants to “gut public schools” through vouchers and the promotion of charter schools. Somehow, the teachers’ unions have succeeded in equalizing their interests wit…

In this episode, co-hosts Josh Eppinger and Mark Geise discuss the Sabres’ 5-4 win over the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday night and 4-3 win over the New York Rangers on Thursday night. Specific topics discussed include: Jack Eichel’s return and the impact on the entire lineup The firepower on the first power play unit: Eichel, O’Reilly, Okposo, Reinha…