So much discussion in the news about Bitcoin makes one ask, is it a solid investment, or is it speculation? In this episode we discuss how blockchain technology works, what is typically required for something to be considered “currency”, Bitcoin’s potential value, and remaining unanswered questions you might want to consider before taking the plunge.
If we don’t understand where we came from, how can we see where we’re headed? In Episode 2 of our Dirty U.S. History series, we talk about how the US dollar became the world’s currency, how inflation robs us all, and what the founding fathers intended when they wrote the constitution…. and how are we failing at following it today.
Most of the problems in society stem from government distorting the original intentions of the constitution by politicians who have their own agendas. Should government have the power to close a business or tell people not to go out supposedly in the interest of the greater good? Whatever happened to personal choice and responsibility for oneself? The consequences of this global shutdown are likely to span into decades from now, and the fallout on a social, economic and psychological level is already dire.
We are hovering on the brink of economic disaster. The unemployment numbers are skewed, and the likelihood of a quick economic recovery is slim given our dwindling labor participation rates. 10,000 people a week are turning 65 and pensions are getting squeezed. The promises to the Baby Boomers are going to be unmet due to a shrinking labor force. Tune in for a cold, hard look at the state of things and how we have diverged so far from what our founding fathers intended for this capitalist system we live under.
In a frightening extension of government power, the IMF 's intends to do away with cash and replace it with the digital dollar is coming. It is a grand plan by the IMF and central bank planners to take total and complete control of America’s pocketbook. What we can look forward to is negative interest, inflation, and stealing from the American public. Does that sound scary and “un-American”? It is.
Have questions about when and in what situations you should get life insurance? Life insurance can be a confusing mess for many, and don’t be fooled - it’s a game that you need to learn how to play if you’re considering buying in. The truth is, some are terrible financial investments from companies that could be considered predatory. In this episode we show you the math and expose certain types — especially child life insurance — from companies that should be ashamed of themselves.
Have questions about when and in what situations you should get life insurance? Life insurance can be a confusing mess for many, and don’t be fooled - it’s a game that you need to learn how to play if you’re considering buying in. The truth is, some are terrible financial investments from companies that could be considered predatory. In this episode we show you the math and expose certain types — especially child life insurance — from companies that should be ashamed of themselves.
The stock market is not reflecting the economic reality of what is happening today. Unemployment claims are over 10 million, the government can’t agree on a plan, and meanwhile pandemic benefits have run out, leaving millions of people in real financial danger. Real estate is booming because people are leaving cities, but what will happen to the businesses that remain if no one lives there?
The feds are printing money in hopes of keeping the economy running smoothly, but history shows this doesn't usually go as hoped and instead results in massive inflation. It's still early days and we haven't seen the full fallout yet because people are still receiving their extra pandemic assistance. What happens when these run out? In this episode we share our own forecast for what kind of financial reckoning will be coming once the federal support ends and give you some ideas on how to protect yourself and your assets during these uncertain times.
Campaigns that are “tough on crime” only make sense if we can all agree on what crimes should constitute punishment, and with our prisons full of young black men largely due to the legislation of morality, that’s clearly not the case. In this episode we talk about the how the racist drug war and corrupt criminal justice system work to keep people of color poor and imprisoned, and we offer up some steps we can all take to begin to change this.
The CARES Act Paycheck Protection Program has a lot of potentially confusing language. In this video we help you interpret the language, as well as the new guidelines put out by the Treasury. We also outline four different strategies depending on your business for how you can best utilize the loan forgiveness the government is offering.
What happens when the Feds stop handing out free money? The unemployment numbers are at 35+ million and counting, and yet the stock market is still going strong. What happens when all the unemployment benefits end and rent is due? There is going to be a massive financial reckoning for all of this money printing, society is going to change, and you need a strategy to deal with the fallout.
