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What lessons can we draw from the Ukrainian experience? Why is Ukraine not only a place of suffering and fight, but also a place of thinking and creation? Why is the cultural renaissance so strong during the war? What does it mean to think in dark times? Lecture by Volodymyr Yermolenko, a Ukrainian philosopher, the chief editor of UkraineWorld, and the president of PEN Ukraine, at the Institute for Human Sciences (Institut für die Wissenschaften vom Menschen) in Vienna on May 6th, 2025. Moderator and host: Ludger Hagedorn, Permanent Fellow at IWM. "Thinking in Dark Times" is a podcast series of UkraineWorld, an English-language media outlet about Ukraine run by Internews Ukraine. You can support our work on https://www.patreon.com/c/ukraineworld. Your support is crucial for us as we rely a lot on crowdfunding. You can also support our volunteer trips to the frontline areas in Ukraine, where we deliver support for both soldiers and civilians. You can donate via PayPal: ukraine.resisting@gmail.com

Wir erleben gerade epochale Veränderungen in der Weltordnung. Die USA, die lange Zeit ein stabiler Vertreter der Demokratie waren, drohen auf einen antidemokratischen Kurs einzuschlagen.Alte Allianzen brechen auseinander, während sich langjährige Feinde näherkommen. Krieg ist wieder eine Fortsetzung der Politik mit anderen Mitteln. Was bedeutet das für Europa?Dafür haben Misha Glenny, Rektor des Instituts für die Wissenschaft vom Menschen und Eva Konzett, Journalistin beim Falter mit Margaret MacMillan gesprochen. Die Kanadierin lehrt an der Universität Oxford Geschichte. Sie erklärt, wie frühere Konflikte mit den aktuellen verglichen werden können und was diese Veränderungen für die Zukunft bedeuten.Diese Episode ist Teil des Podcasts Future Discontinuous, den der Falter in Zusammenarbeit mit dem IWM produziert. Er wurde in englischer Sprache und am 21. März 2025 aufgenommen. Alle Folgen von Future Discontinuous finden Sie hier. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why are students protesting in Serbia? What are the social and political reasons for the upheaval? What is the state of the Serbian democracy? Is the European Union choosing interests over values? And should we fear the recent geopolitical tensions in the Balkans? Leszek Jazdzewski (Fundacja Liberte!) talks with Ivan Vejvoda, Permanent fellow at the IWM. Ivan is the head of Europe's Futures program and a host of Vienna Coffee House Conversations. He was the Senior Vice President for Programs at the German Marshall Fund (GMF) of the United States, Executive Director of GMF's Balkan Trust for Democracy, and in the Serbian government as a senior advisor on foreign policy and European integration to Prime Ministers Zoran Djindjic and Zoran Zivkovic. Prior to that, he served as Executive Director of the Belgrade-based Fund for an Open Society from 1998 to 2002. He was a key figure in the democratic opposition movement in Yugoslavia during the 1990s, and has published widely on the subjects of democratic transition, totalitarianism, and post-war reconstruction in the Balkans. Tune in for their talk! Find out more about the guest: https://www.iwm.at/fellow/ivan-vejvoda Listen to the episode of the Vienna Coffee House Conversations with Ivan Vejvoda and Leszek Jazdzewski https://www.iwm.at/europes-futures/publication/defense-of-democracy-in-central-europe-and-the-us This podcast is produced by the European Liberal Forum in collaboration with Movimento Liberal Social and Fundacja Liberté!, with the financial support of the European Parliament. Neither the European Parliament nor the European Liberal Forum are responsible for the content or for any use that be made of.

What do you do if you believe God isn't listening to your prayers? Reading or audio options of the book "Counsels on Diet and Foods", mentioned in this episode, may be found below:Read it online (HTML format)Read it on a PDF file, Listen to it (MP3 file), orPurchase a hard copy. Find all options available here: https://m.egwwritings.org/en/book/384/info.This message was presented during the General Conference "Mission Family" worship on June 14, 2023. "Mission Family" comprises employees from Adventist Membership Service, Adventist Mission, ASTR, IPRS, IWM, and Secretariat (AVS and VividFaith are included in Secretariat).

Hochverarbeitete Lebensmittel sind eine der Hauptursachen für viele chronische und tödliche Krankheiten, wie Krebs und Diabetes. Die Lebensmittelindustrie gibt Milliarden aus, um zu verhindern, dass Regierungen diese ungesunden Zutaten regulieren.Rosie Boycott, bekannte britische Journalistin und Aktivistin, erklärt in diesem Gespräch mit Misha Glenny, dem Rektor des Instituts für die Wissenschaften vom Menschen und Eva Konzett, Journalistin beim Falter, warum diese Lebensmittel so gefährlich sind, wie die Lebensmittelindustrie von der Tabakindustrie gelernt hat und was wir tun können, um unsere Essgewohnheiten zu ändern, und den Planeten zu retten.Diese Episode ist Teil des Podcasts Future Discontinuous, den der Falter in Zusammenarbeit mit dem IWM produziert. Er wurde in englischer Sprache und am 21. Februar 2025 aufgenommen. Alle Folgen von Future Discontinuous finden Sie hier. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

⁠Prova i depuratori d'acqua IWM! I Beduini hanno ben poco a che fare con le grida proverbiali, ma la confusione è dietro l'angolo. Ma facciamo chiarezza: che vuol dire Beduino e cosa vuol dire belluino? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Prova i depuratori d'acqua IWM! Le auto sono davvero pronte a guidare da sole? Come mai ogni tanto una Tesla si schianta? E come fanno le macchine a frenare da sole quando vedono un pericolo? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

⁠Prova i depuratori d'acqua IWM! Luca si sente in colpa, ma secondo me non ha fatto nulla di male. Non so cosa ne pensiate voi, aspetto i vostri commenti perché sono molto curioso. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Option Block, host Mark Longo is joined by Henry Schwartz from Cboe and Uncle Mike Tosaw from St. Charles Wealth Management, to dive into various aspects of the options market. The episode covers significant recent events, including options activity in VIX, SPX, IWM, and single names like Funko and SoFi. The discussion also explores the impact of large trades on the market and answers listener questions. Tune in to get insights on market trends, strategy overviews, and expert analysis on the latest developments in the options market.   03:08 Kicking Off the Option Block Show 03:23 Market Recap and Trading Insights 06:01 Trading Block: Latest Market Trends 06:56 Volatility and Market Movements 13:24 Individual Stock Performances 27:10 Earnings Reports and Market Reactions 28:07 Odd Block: Unusual Options Activity 28:53 SoFi Stock Analysis and Market Trends 29:58 Unusual Options Activity in SoFi 33:02 Cemex: Mexican Ready-Mix Concrete 38:30 Funko's Financial Rollercoaster 43:18 Mail Block: Listener Questions and Polls 46:40 Around the Block: Market Predictions  

In this episode of The Option Block, host Mark Longo is joined by Henry Schwartz from Cboe and Uncle Mike Tosaw from St. Charles Wealth Management, to dive into various aspects of the options market. The episode covers significant recent events, including options activity in VIX, SPX, IWM, and single names like Funko and SoFi. The discussion also explores the impact of large trades on the market and answers listener questions. Tune in to get insights on market trends, strategy overviews, and expert analysis on the latest developments in the options market.   03:08 Kicking Off the Option Block Show 03:23 Market Recap and Trading Insights 06:01 Trading Block: Latest Market Trends 06:56 Volatility and Market Movements 13:24 Individual Stock Performances 27:10 Earnings Reports and Market Reactions 28:07 Odd Block: Unusual Options Activity 28:53 SoFi Stock Analysis and Market Trends 29:58 Unusual Options Activity in SoFi 33:02 Cemex: Mexican Ready-Mix Concrete 38:30 Funko's Financial Rollercoaster 43:18 Mail Block: Listener Questions and Polls 46:40 Around the Block: Market Predictions  

Prova i depuratori d'acqua IWM! Esisteva prima del Cristianesimo? Da quando non è più necessario essere morti male per essere santi? Ci sono santi "pagani"? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Prova i depuratori d'acqua IWM! La velocità indicata dalla nostra auto non è praticamente mai corretta e i costruttori lo sanno benissimo. Basta controllare con il navigatore dello smarphone, ad esempio, per vedere che c'è sempre una differenza. Ma perché? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discussion Highlights:Idemo!'s Mission: Building bridges between Austria and the Western Balkans.Democratic Challenges: Addressing political instability and ethnic divisions in the region.Diaspora Engagement: Mobilizing communities to support democratic initiatives."Speak Up!" Program: Empowering young leaders to collaborate across ethnic lines.EU Integration: Navigating the path toward European Union membership.Grassroots Activism: The role of civil society in promoting democratic values.Transnational Cooperation: Leveraging networks to foster regional stability.Inclusive Civic Spaces: Creating platforms for dialogue and collaboration.​About Teresa ReiterTeresa Reiter is a journalist and policy professional based in Vienna. She is a co-founder of Idemo!, an organization promoting civic engagement and cross-ethnic cooperation among Austria's Western Balkans diaspora. Most recently, Reiter worked as a political specialist at the U.S. Embassy in Vienna. Reiter previously led communications at the European Forum Alpbach, co-hosted The Defence Café podcast, and served as a foreign policy advisor for NEOS in the Austrian Parliament. She was a candidate in the 2019 European Parliament elections. Reiter was a 2020/21 Europe's Futures Fellow of the Institute for Human Sciences (IWM) and ERSTE Foundation.Learn more about Idemo! at idemo.jetzt.​Further Reading & ResourcesIdemo!'s Initiatives: idemo.jetztFacebook: IDEMOX: @idemomediaLinkedIn: Idemo Social Media Ivan Vejvoda is Head of the Europe's Futures program at the Institute for Human Sciences (IWM Vienna) implemented in partnership with ERSTE Foundation. The program is dedicated to the cultivation of knowledge and the generation of ideas addressing pivotal challenges confronting Europe and the European Union: nexus of borders and migration, deterioration in rule of law and democracy and European Union's enlargement prospects.The Institute for Human Sciences is an institute of advanced studies in the humanities and social sciences. Founded as a place of encounter in 1982 by a young Polish philosopher, Krzysztof Michalski, and two German colleagues in neutral Austria, its initial mission was to create a meeting place for dissenting thinkers of Eastern Europe and prominent scholars from the West.Since then it has promoted intellectual exchange across disciplines, between academia and society, and among regions that now embrace the Global South and North. The IWM is an independent and non-partisan institution, and proudly so. All of our fellows, visiting and permanent, pursue their own research in an environment designed to enrich their work and to render it more accessible within and beyond academia.For further information about the Institute:https://www.iwm.at/

Prova i depuratori d'acqua IWM! Da dove viene il modo di dire, chi è il primo ad usarlo e soprattutto: ma che lavoro è il "camerlengo" e da dove viene la parola? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Prova i depuratori d'acqua IWM! Si fa pipì sulle punture delle meduse? Perché gli uccelli volano in formazione? Perché gli insetti quando muoiono si ribaltano a zampe all'aria e i ragni no? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Prova i depuratori d'acqua IWM! Ciò che deve accadere accade. E forse, dico forse, le cose hanno un senso, se vogliamo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode we travel to the last major battlefield of the Great War on the Western Front - the Sambre Canal. Here we follow the story of the infantry and the engineers who attacked the Canal on 4th November 1918, including the 2nd Battalion Royal Sussex Regiment. We also see what remains of the battlefield today.The interview with Josh Grover MM is on the IWM website here: Josh Grover MM interview.Recommended Book: Decisive Victory by Derek Clayton.Thread on the Great War Forum: Royal Sussex Regiment at Lock No 1.Got a question about this episode or any others? Drop your question into the Old Front Line Discord Server or email the podcast.Send us a textSupport the show

prova i depuratori d'acqua IWM! Il rapporto che abbiamo con i nostri animali è di solito piuttosto personale e difficile da spiegare. Capita ogni tanto di dover prnedere delle decisioni difficili, anche se sono per il loro bene. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

prova i depuratori d'acqua IWM! Ok, era difficile estrarlo, ma c'erano le saline e le miniere di salgemma. Quanto cavolo di sale usavano per cucinare gli antichi Romani? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Prova i depuratori d'acqua IWM! Per ottenere cose, ok. Ma c'è di più. Per esempio: quali emozioni provano veramente mentre li fanno? E perchè? E qual è l'approccio migliore per farli smettere (e sopravvivere)? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim Tassoni, CEO of Armored Wealth Strategies, joins us for his technical outlook on markets and resources. Jim is a momentum-focused trader targeting mid-term trends, and in this conversation, he shares how he's navigating one of the most volatile stretches of the year.   Despite a recent bounce in markets, Jim sees continued downside risk across major indices. He explains why his team initiated a short position on SPY, where they'd increase it, and what key technical levels they're watching to shift bullish. Jim also outlines a profitable short trade in IWM (small caps) and why the construction of the index keeps him cautious.   We then dive into gold and the broader precious metals space, where Jim remains long and bullish, but he's watching for a better re-entry point after a strong move. He outlines extension targets up to $3,600 for gold and levels of interest on GDX and copper.   On energy, Jim shares insights into a well-timed short crude oil trade and the critical levels he's tracking that could signal a reversal.    Finally, we wrap with international exposure, as Jim details his active long positions in Japan and China, including FXI and EWJ, and his key stop-loss levels.   Click here to visit the Armor Wealth Strategies website to keep up to date with Jim and what he's trading. 

prova i depuratori d'acqua IWM! Spesso si sente dire che in Giappone gli indirizzi non esistono, o meglio, sono molto diversi. Non esistono i civici, ad esempio. Ma anche le case sono molto diverse e persino il riscaldamento. Ne ho parlato con Francesca Scotti, autrice e scrittrice italiana che per 13 anni ha vissuto a Nagoya. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

prova i depuratori d'acqua IWM! Link alla puntata "il bisogno di conformismo" Il "Ballo di San Vito" si riferisce in realtà a una condizione neurologica, ma il nome ha origine in una serie di fatti storici documentati in cui le persone, senza apparente ragione, iniziavano a ballare e si fermavano slo quando perdevano i sensi o morivano. E oltretutto era un comportamento contagioso. Gli approcci cambiavano da cultura a cultura, in Italia prendeva nome di Tarantismo e veniva vissuta con una certa tranquillità. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wir leben in einer Zeit voller großer Veränderungen, die die Weltpolitik, die Gesellschaft und die Wirtschaft beeinflussen. Aber das ist nicht das erste Mal, dass die Menschheit so große Umwälzungen durchmacht. In dieser Folge nehmen Misha Glenny - Rektor des Instituts für die Wissenschaft vom Menschen - und Eva Konzett - Journalistin beim Falter - Sie mit in die Zeit des Bauernkriegs von 1525, dem größten Aufstand in Europa vor der Französischen Revolution. Glenny und Konzett haben dazu die Oxford-Historikerin Lyndal Roper befragt. Damals kämpften Bauern im deutschsprachigen Raum für eine neue Vorstellung von Freiheit, inspiriert von Martin Luther und der Reformation. Roper erklärt, wie die Bauern gegen ihre Herrscher aufbegehrten, welche Ideale sie vertraten, was wir heute aus ihrem Kampf lernen können und warum sie schon den Regenbogen zu ihrer Fahne machten.Diese Episode ist Teil des Podcasts Future Discontinuous, den der Falter in Zusammenarbeit mit dem IWM produziert. Er wurde in englischer Sprache und am 7. März 2025 aufgenommen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a sea of red across global markets. Equities are plunging, volatility is surging, and only a few safe havens are in the green: the US dollar, bonds, and volatility indices.   Marc Chandler, Managing Partner at Bannockburn Global Forex and Editor of the Marc to Market website. Marc joins us to unpack the major market moves, including how currencies are reacting amid surging volatility, global trade tensions, and a growing fear of a longer-term downturn.   Key Theme: Global markets are rattled as trade war fears and volatility spark widespread selling, prompting concerns over central bank responses and capital flight.   Highlights from the discussion:   Major equity indices plunge: S&P 500 down 8%, Nasdaq down 9%, and IWM (small caps) down 10% - just four days into April. Currency market reactions: Despite expectations of dollar strength post-tariffs, the USD sold off sharply, with the yen strengthening as US rates dropped. But then the dollar bounced back today. Volatility spikes: The VIX surges 34% to hit 40, marking a significant shift in sentiment and a surge in hedging activity. Gap theory in focus: Marc discusses technical "gap" patterns in equity markets and how they could hint at potential snapback or further downside. Commodity selloff: Gold drops $200 in days (though still over $3,000), silver plunges from $35 to $29, copper dropped huge from record highs, and oil falls below $62. Central bank watch: Powell signaled patience after a strong jobs report, but growing calls for emergency rate cuts suggest market stress could force action. Click here to visit Marc's site - Marc To Market. 

Episode NotesDiscussion Highlights:Europe's Democratic Challenges: How can the EU defend its core values against rising authoritarianism?Ukraine's Struggle and Global Freedom: Why does Ukraine's resistance matter beyond its borders?Populism and Economic Inequality: How have neoliberal policies contributed to democratic erosion?The Role of Transnational Civil Society: Can grassroots movements counter authoritarian trends?Technology, Capitalism, and Democracy: How does the digital age reshape political power?Serbia's Grassroots Protests: Why is Serbia's movement for democracy significant for Europe?EU Foreign Policy and Strategic Autonomy: Can Europe navigate an era of geopolitical realignment?France's Constitutional Crisis: What does the future hold for the French Republic's democratic model?About Niccolò MilaneseNiccolò Milanese is a political theorist, activist, and co-founder of European Alternatives, a transnational movement advocating for democracy and equality beyond nation-states. He has co-authored Citizens of Nowhere: How to Save Europe from Itself and edited Illiberal Democracies in Europe: An Authoritarian Response to the Crisis of Liberalism. Milanese regularly advises cultural, political, and activist organizations on issues of European democracy, citizenship, and generational change.Find more about European Alternatives at euroalter.com.Further Reading & ResourcesEuropean Alternatives' Initiatives: euroalter.comNiccolò Milanese's Books & Articles: Citizens of Nowhere, Illiberal Democracies in EuropeInstitute for Human Sciences (IWM): iwm.at Ivan Vejvoda is Head of the Europe's Futures program at the Institute for Human Sciences (IWM Vienna) implemented in partnership with ERSTE Foundation. The program is dedicated to the cultivation of knowledge and the generation of ideas addressing pivotal challenges confronting Europe and the European Union: nexus of borders and migration, deterioration in rule of law and democracy and European Union's enlargement prospects.The Institute for Human Sciences is an institute of advanced studies in the humanities and social sciences. Founded as a place of encounter in 1982 by a young Polish philosopher, Krzysztof Michalski, and two German colleagues in neutral Austria, its initial mission was to create a meeting place for dissenting thinkers of Eastern Europe and prominent scholars from the West.Since then it has promoted intellectual exchange across disciplines, between academia and society, and among regions that now embrace the Global South and North. The IWM is an independent and non-partisan institution, and proudly so. All of our fellows, visiting and permanent, pursue their own research in an environment designed to enrich their work and to render it more accessible within and beyond academia.For further information about the Institute:https://www.iwm.at/

Most traders don't struggle with spotting setups—they struggle with pulling the trigger. In this episode, we dive deep into the power of execution through the real trades of two Accelerator members, Miguel and Caleb, who made massive progress using surprisingly simple techniques.▶️ Inside the episode:How Miguel doubled his trade overnight using a volume-price trick in $HOODWhy declining volume gave him the confidence to short—and how it led to a +100% gainA trade in $IWM that followed a nearly identical patternHow Caleb scaled into $ALHC without increasing his risk by adjusting his stop lossThe secret to smart sizing and maximizing gains in high-probability setupsWhether you're a day trader or short-term swing trader, this is a masterclass in execution under pressure.

First Level Thinking and how we got into this mess. A few market thoughts while sipping on tea. Financial Literacy Month – getting ready. Guest, Steve Sanders, EVP at Interactive Brokers.  NEW! DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE'S AI GENERATED SHOW NOTES (Guest Segment) Steve Sanders is Executive Vice President of Marketing & Product Development at Interactive Brokers. In this capacity, he oversees all marketing and product development efforts at the company and introduces Interactive Brokers' low commissions, advanced trading technology and breadth of product worldwide to advanced individual and institutional investors globally. Steve joined Interactive Brokers in 2001 to establish the company's platform for financial advisors. Since that time, he has been responsible for many key initiatives including building a direct / digital marketing program, developing a new account structure and registration process for institutional investor clients and contributing to the deployment of the company's Integrated Investment Account.  During his over twenty-year tenure with the company, Steve has remained focused on providing IBKR clients with the products, tools and resources necessary to meet a wide variety of trading and investing objectives, which he believes has contributed to the company's extraordinary growth over the years. Prior to joining Interactive Brokers, Steve spent fifteen years at Citibank in a variety of positions including Managing Director and Chief Technology Officer of Cybic, a “Request for Quote” exchange to facilitate the distribution of OTC derivative products to retail investors, which he developed. Before that, he held diverse roles throughout the organization in credit & risk management, marketing, financial planning, and product structuring functions. Steve holds an MBA in Finance from the University of Chicago and an undergraduate degree from SUNY at Albany in Accounting and Computer Science. Check this out and find out more at: http://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Follow @andrewhorowitz Looking for style diversification? More information on the TDI Managed Growth Strategy - HERE Stocks mentioned in this episode: (PLTR), (SPY), GLD), (TOST), (IWM)

In this episode, we delve into the powerful movements that are reshaping Serbia's political landscape. "Voices of Dissent" explores the domestic protests that are challenging the status quo, giving a voice to those who are fighting for democratic reforms, environmental justice, and civil rights in the face of a difficult political climate. We also examine the broader regional and European context, looking at how Serbia's protests intersect with global trends in civic engagement and the evolving role of civil society. With expert insights and firsthand accounts, this podcast seeks to understand the complexities of activism, dissent, and the future of Serbia in a rapidly changing world.Guests:Ivan Vejvoda is a Permanent fellow at the Institute for Human Sciences (IWM) and a former advisor to Prime Minister Zoran Djindjic.Before joining the IWM as a Permanent Fellow in 2017, Ivan Vejvoda was Senior Vice President for Programs at the German Marshall Fund (GMF) of the United States. From 2003 until 2010, he served as Executive Director of GMF's Balkan Trust for Democracy. Vejvoda came to GMF in 2003 after distinguished service in the Serbian government as a senior advisor on foreign policy and European integration to Prime Ministers Zoran Djindjic and Zoran Zivkovic. Prior to that, he served as Executive Director of the Belgrade-based Fund for an Open Society from 1998 to 2002. During the mid-1990s, Vejvoda held various academic posts in the United States and the U.K. Vejvoda was a key figure in the democratic opposition movement in Yugoslavia during the 1990s, and has published widely on the subjects of democratic transition, totalitarianism, and post-war reconstruction in the Balkans.Lura Pollozhani is a Researcher at the University of Graz. Her research focuses on social movements and the EU enlargement. Her other research interests include radicalization, citizenship practices in divided societies, and democratization. She completed her PhD in Law and Politics at the University of Graz, while she was awarded an MSc in European Studies: Ideas and Identities at the LSE.Lura has previously worked as an Advisor to the Prime Minister of North Macedonia on cooperation with international organizations. She went on to work for the UNHCR as an external engagement officer. She has also worked as a Researcher at the University of Prishtina, as a University Assistant at the CSEES in Graz, as well as a Project Manager for ECMI Kosovo. Lura is one of the co-founders of the Stella Network - a mentoring network for women and girls.Moderation: Stephanie Fenkart, Director of the IIP.The episode was recorded on 26 February 2025.

We're back with another episode of The Option Block brought to you by Cboe Global Markets. On this episode, we: Discuss the latest in the markets including silver Talk about the most active equity options for the day including WMT, SMCI Examine the latest unusual options activity in QTBS, BABA, COMP  Look at Feb25 28th PLTR puts trading this morning Comment on how wild it is that spy 0dte does much more than IWM 0dte Talk about VIX options on futures Share what we are looking at for the end of the week/going into next week And much more With your hosts: Mark Longo,  The Options Insider Media Group Kevin Carter, Cboe Global Markets “Uncle” Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management Check out the Trade of the Day Insights Newsletter from Trade Alert - Request access to admin@trade-alert.com

We're back with another episode of The Option Block brought to you by Cboe Global Markets. On this episode, we: Discuss the latest in the markets including silver Talk about the most active equity options for the day including WMT, SMCI Examine the latest unusual options activity in QTBS, BABA, COMP  Look at Feb25 28th PLTR puts trading this morning Comment on how wild it is that spy 0dte does much more than IWM 0dte Talk about VIX options on futures Share what we are looking at for the end of the week/going into next week And much more With your hosts: Mark Longo,  The Options Insider Media Group Kevin Carter, Cboe Global Markets “Uncle” Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management Check out the Trade of the Day Insights Newsletter from Trade Alert - Request access to admin@trade-alert.com

Discussion Highlights:Trump's Return and European Security: How could another Trump presidency impact NATO and EU defense policy?Poland's Role in the EU: What can Poland's upcoming EU presidency achieve in shaping European priorities?The Battle for Democracy in Central Europe: Why are populist and authoritarian movements gaining ground?Hungary and Slovakia's Political Shifts: How illiberal governments challenge the EU's democratic values.Media's Role in the Fight Against Populism: How the information landscape influences democratic backsliding.Poland-Germany Relations: Why tensions persist despite shared interests.Ukraine's EU Accession: The political and economic challenges of integrating Ukraine into the EU.Civil Society's Role in Resisting Authoritarianism: Can grassroots movements turn the tide against democratic erosion?About Leszek JażdżewskiLeszek Jażdżewski is a Polish journalist, editor, and political analyst specializing in European politics, democracy, and media. He founded Liberté! in 2008 as a platform to promote liberal values, counteract authoritarianism, and encourage open debate. He also created Freedom Games, an influential intellectual forum that brings together policymakers, journalists, and academics to discuss the key challenges facing democratic societies.Jażdżewski has been recognized as a European Young Leader by Friends of Europe and was appointed a Policy Fellow at the School of Transnational Government at the EUI and a 2019/20 Europe's Futures Fellow of the IWM and ERSTE Foundation. He frequently writes and speaks on democracy, governance, and media influence in the digital age.Learn more about Liberté! at liberte.pl.Further Reading & ResourcesPoland's EU Council Presidency Agenda: europa.euFreedom Games Conference: freedomgames.eu Ivan Vejvoda is Head of the Europe's Futures program at the Institute for Human Sciences (IWM Vienna) implemented in partnership with ERSTE Foundation. The program is dedicated to the cultivation of knowledge and the generation of ideas addressing pivotal challenges confronting Europe and the European Union: nexus of borders and migration, deterioration in rule of law and democracy and European Union's enlargement prospects.The Institute for Human Sciences is an institute of advanced studies in the humanities and social sciences. Founded as a place of encounter in 1982 by a young Polish philosopher, Krzysztof Michalski, and two German colleagues in neutral Austria, its initial mission was to create a meeting place for dissenting thinkers of Eastern Europe and prominent scholars from the West.Since then it has promoted intellectual exchange across disciplines, between academia and society, and among regions that now embrace the Global South and North. The IWM is an independent and non-partisan institution, and proudly so. All of our fellows, visiting and permanent, pursue their own research in an environment designed to enrich their work and to render it more accessible within and beyond academia.For further information about the Institute:https://www.iwm.at/

Discussion Highlights:Trump's Return and European Security: How prepared is Europe for another Trump presidency?Hungary's Role in the EU: Orbán's strategy of balancing economic dependence on Europe while forging alliances with China and Russia.The Future of Illiberalism: Why are authoritarian-leaning leaders gaining ground in Europe?Opposition in Hungary: Can Péter Magyar's movement challenge Orbán in the 2026 elections?The Rise of the Far Right: How European democracies are struggling to counteract populist narratives.Workforce & Migration Contradictions: How Hungary recruits foreign labor while maintaining anti-immigration rhetoric.The Future of Democracy in Europe: Szelényi's perspective on the resilience of democratic movements.About Zsuzsanna SzelényiZsuzsanna Szelényi is a Hungarian politician, democracy expert, and director of the CEU Democracy Institute Leadership Academy. She was a founding member of Fidesz but later distanced herself from Viktor Orbán's politics. She worked for the Council of Europe for 15 years, advising governments on conflict resolution and democratic governance. In 2014, she returned to Hungarian politics as an opposition MP. Her book, Tainted Democracy (2022), examines Orbán's consolidation of power and the erosion of democratic institutions in Hungary. Szelényi was also a 2018/19 Europe's Futures Fellow of the IWM and ERSTE Foundation.Find Szelényi on X @zszelenyi or on her personal website at https://www.zsuzsannaszelenyi.com/.Her book Tainted Democracy is on sale here and from reputable retailers.  Ivan Vejvoda is Head of the Europe's Futures program at the Institute for Human Sciences (IWM Vienna) implemented in partnership with ERSTE Foundation. The program is dedicated to the cultivation of knowledge and the generation of ideas addressing pivotal challenges confronting Europe and the European Union: nexus of borders and migration, deterioration in rule of law and democracy and European Union's enlargement prospects.The Institute for Human Sciences is an institute of advanced studies in the humanities and social sciences. Founded as a place of encounter in 1982 by a young Polish philosopher, Krzysztof Michalski, and two German colleagues in neutral Austria, its initial mission was to create a meeting place for dissenting thinkers of Eastern Europe and prominent scholars from the West.Since then it has promoted intellectual exchange across disciplines, between academia and society, and among regions that now embrace the Global South and North. The IWM is an independent and non-partisan institution, and proudly so. All of our fellows, visiting and permanent, pursue their own research in an environment designed to enrich their work and to render it more accessible within and beyond academia.For further information about the Institute:https://www.iwm.at/

We all know you're here because you - like us, are a bona fide history nerd, so here's a little something from the producers of this podcast; a brand new series of Conflict Of Interest with the Imperial War Museum. We think you're going to love it How have artists, filmmakers and photographers shaped our understanding of wars and conflict? Journalist and writer Helen Lewis explores the recently-opened Blavatnik Art, Film and Photography Galleries at Imperial War Museum, London. From No Man's Land to mushroom clouds, Helen discovers the people that have interpreted over a hundred years of conflict, in this specially-curated tour by James Bulgin, Head of Public History at IWM. They are joined by Suzanne Plunkett, Reuters' Chief Photographer for the UK and Ireland, and a photojournalist for almost 30 years - and someone who can give us a first hand account of what it's like to be capturing a seismic event in the moment. Objects Discussed: Paul Nash, The Menin Road, 1919 John Armstrong, Pro Patria, 1938  War Pictorial News No. 21 Mushroom Cloud over Nagasaki, 1945 Suzanne Plunkett, People Covered in Dust and Debris New York, 11 September 2001 -  © AP (IWM DC 123993) © AP (IWM DC 124023) Narrator:  James Taylor. Producer: Matt Hill at Rethink Audio, with support from Eleanor Head, Daniel BenChorin, and the IWM Institute team at Imperial War Museums Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discussion Highlights:Europe's preparedness for a potential second Trump presidency.Challenges to EU strategic autonomy and transatlantic relations.The influence of defense contracts and energy dependencies on European policies.Internal EU struggles: technocracy versus democracy and stalled institutional reforms.Enlargement prospects in the Western Balkans and Eastern Europe as pathways to rejuvenate the EU's global standing.Leadership and unity in the face of global instability.About Stefan Lehne:Stefan Lehne is a Senior Fellow at Carnegie Europe, focusing on EU institutions, reforms, and foreign policy. His career spans multiple senior positions, including director general for political affairs at the Austrian Ministry for European and International Affairs, and he has extensive experience in multilateral diplomacy. Lehne has served in Austria's missions to the United Nations and the European Union and was involved in Austria's EU accession negotiations.Lehne's recent research explores European integration, strategic autonomy, and responses to global challenges. He also lectures at the Diplomatic Academy of Vienna and frequently contributes to policy discussions and publications. Lehne was a 2018/19 Europe's Futures Fellow of the IWM and ERSTE Foundation.Recent Publications by Stefan Lehne:Charting the Radical Right's Influence on EU Foreign Policy (April 2024, with Rosa Balfour) – Carnegie EuropeThe Rules-Based Order vs. the Defense of Democracy (September 2024) – Carnegie EuropeEurope's New Leadership Faces a Teamwork Test (June 2024) – Carnegie EuropeEurope's Radical Right Is Formidable—but Not Unstoppable (April 2024) – Carnegie Europefind Stefan on X @StefanLehne Ivan Vejvoda is Head of the Europe's Futures program at the Institute for Human Sciences (IWM Vienna) implemented in partnership with ERSTE Foundation. The program is dedicated to the cultivation of knowledge and the generation of ideas addressing pivotal challenges confronting Europe and the European Union: nexus of borders and migration, deterioration in rule of law and democracy and European Union's enlargement prospects.The Institute for Human Sciences is an institute of advanced studies in the humanities and social sciences. Founded as a place of encounter in 1982 by a young Polish philosopher, Krzysztof Michalski, and two German colleagues in neutral Austria, its initial mission was to create a meeting place for dissenting thinkers of Eastern Europe and prominent scholars from the West.Since then it has promoted intellectual exchange across disciplines, between academia and society, and among regions that now embrace the Global South and North. The IWM is an independent and non-partisan institution, and proudly so. All of our fellows, visiting and permanent, pursue their own research in an environment designed to enrich their work and to render it more accessible within and beyond academia.For further information about the Institute:https://www.iwm.at/

„Es klingt kaum glaubhaft, was ich euch jetzt berichte, ist aber pure Wahrheit. Kaum fing es an Tag zu werden, erschienen schon die Engländer und winkten uns zu, was unsere Leute erwiderten. Allmählich gingen sie ganz heraus aus den Gräben, unsere Leute zündeten einen mitgebrachten Christbaum an, stellten ihn auf den Wall und läuteten mit Glocken. Alles bewegte sich frei aus den Gräben, und es wäre nicht einem in den Sinn gekommen zu schießen. Was ich vor ein paar Stunden noch für Wahnsinn hielt, konnte ich jetzt mit eigenen Augen sehen... war dies etwas Ergreifendes: Zwischen den Schützengräben stehen die verhasstesten und erbittertsten Gegner um den Christbaum und singen Weihnachtslieder. Diesen Anblick werde ich mein Leben lang nicht vergessen. Man sieht bald, dass der Mensch weiterlebt, auch wenn er nichts mehr kennt in dieser Zeit als Töten und Morden...Weihnachten 1914 wird mir unvergesslich sein."Aus einem Brief an seine Eltern Ende Dezember 1914 des Gefreiten Josef Wenzl vom Königlich Bayerischen 16. Reserve-Infanterie-Regiment in das bayrische Schwandorf........Das Folgenbild zeigt möglicherweise die Soldaten Andrew (Mitte) und Grigg (zweiter von rechts im Hintergrund) der London Rifle Brigade mit Truppen des 104. und 106. Sächsischen Regiments am 25. Dezember 1914. Das Foto ist von Grenadier Turner........WERBUNGDu willst dir die Rabatte unserer Werbepartner sichern? Hier geht's zu den Angeboten!.......Tolle Vorteile und Unterstützung des Podcasts über Steady!.......Zur Doku und Interviews der IWM:https://www.iwm.org.uk/history/the-real-story-of-the-christmas-truce.......LITERATURCrocker, Theresa B., "The Christmas Truce: Myth, Memory, and the First World War", 2016.https://uknowledge.uky.edu/history_etds/42Jürgs, Michael: Der kleine Frieden im Großen Krieg. Westfront 1914. Als Deutsche, Franzosen und Briten gemeinsam Weihnachten feierten, 2. Auflage, München 2014. …….COPYRIGHTMusic from https://filmmusic.io: “Sneaky Snitch” by Kevin MacLeod and "Plain Loafer" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY....... !Neu! Jetzt hier His2Go unterstützen, Themen mitbestimmen und Quiz2Go mit Moderatorin Chiara erleben! https://plus.acast.com/s/his2go-geschichte-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jim Tassoni, CEO of Armor Wealth Strategies, joins us to discuss his trading strategy for markets and precious metals.    We start by assessing broad market averages, noting both their recent strength and recent sideways consolidation. Jim discusses key resistance and support levels for SPY, Q's, and IWM, and shares his trading philosophy of following technical indicators and value areas to identify opportunities and avoid major losses.    In-depth discussions follow on precious metals, with specific insights into gold, silver, and the underlying equity ETFs, GDX, GDXJ, and SIL. Additionally, we dive into the underperformance of copper despite strong fundamentals and Jim's approach to shorting it.   Click here to visit the Armor Wealth Strategies website to keep up to date with Jim and what he's trading.

Am 3. Dezember 2024 war es wieder an der Zeit für unserem zur Tradition gewordenen Jahresausklang mit dem hochrenommierten Politikwissenschafter Ivan Krastev. Im Gespräch mit Mirjana Tomic, der Außenpolitik-Expertin des Presseclubs, fasst Krastev die komplexe geopolitische Ausgangslage für das kommende Jahr in gewohnt origineller und eloquenter Weise zusammen. We thank our partners at IWM and ERSTE STIFTUNG for their cooperation and for making this event possible.

Discussion Highlights:Europe's preparedness—or lack thereof—for the second Trump presidency.Challenges to EU strategic autonomy and transatlantic relations.The role of defense contracts and energy dependencies in shaping Europe's policies.The EU's internal struggles: technocracy vs. democracy and stalled institutional reforms.Enlargement opportunities in the Western Balkans and Eastern Europe as a pathway to rejuvenating the EU's geopolitical clout.Balancing hope and trepidation in the face of rising global instability.Dr. Rosa Balfour is the director of Carnegie Europe, specializing in European politics, institutions, and foreign and security policy. Her current research examines the interplay between domestic politics and Europe's global role.Dr. Balfour has an extensive publication record, including books, research articles, and opinion pieces in international media outlets such as the Washington Post, the Financial Times, The Guardian, and El País. Her work often addresses European politics and international relations, focusing on regions like the Mediterranean, Eastern Europe, and the Balkans, as well as topics like EU enlargement and democracy support.In addition to her role at Carnegie Europe, Dr. Balfour serves as an advisor to Women in International Security Brussels (WIIS-Brussels) and is an associate fellow at LSE IDEAS. She is also an honorary patron of the University Association for Contemporary European Studies (UACES) and was appointed to the Scientific Advisory Council of the Finnish Institute of International Affairs in 2024.Prior to joining Carnegie Europe, Dr. Balfour was a senior fellow at the German Marshall Fund of the United States and directed the Europe in the World program at the European Policy Centre in Brussels. She has also conducted research in Rome and London. Her academic credentials include an MA in history from Cambridge University, and both an MSc in European Studies and a PhD in International Relations from the London School of Economics and Political Science. Dr. Balfour was a 2018/19 Europe's Futures Fellow of the IWM and ERSTE Foundation.Find Rosa on Bluesky or X Ivan Vejvoda is Head of the Europe's Futures program at the Institute for Human Sciences (IWM Vienna) implemented in partnership with ERSTE Foundation. The program is dedicated to the cultivation of knowledge and the generation of ideas addressing pivotal challenges confronting Europe and the European Union: nexus of borders and migration, deterioration in rule of law and democracy and European Union's enlargement prospects.The Institute for Human Sciences (IWM Vienna) is an institute of advanced studies in the humanities and social sciences. Founded as a place of encounter in 1982 by a young Polish philosopher, Krzysztof Michalski, and two German colleagues in neutral Austria, its initial mission was to create a meeting place for dissenting thinkers of Eastern Europe and prominent scholars from the West.Since then it has promoted intellectual exchange across disciplines, between academia and society, and among regions that now embrace the Global South and North. The IWM is an independent and non-partisan institution, and proudly so. All of our fellows, visiting and permanent, pursue their own research in an environment designed to enrich their work and to render it more accessible within and beyond academia.For further information about the Institute:https://www.iwm.at/

What goes up – sometimes comes down. Heading into the fat part of end of year seasonalit. An update on the Chili Cookoff. Guest, Frank Curzio – Curzio Research - the outlook into the end of the year.  NEW! DOWNLOAD THE SHOW NOTES Frank Curzio can be reached by email at frank@curzioresearch.com Frank Curzio is an equity analyst with close to three decades of experience covering small- and mid-cap stocks. Check out his newsletters. (Free trial subscriptions available) He has been the editor of several well respected newsletters with major companies as well on of the top performers with TheStreet.com where he significantly outperformed the markets during his tenure. He was also a research analyst for Jim Cramer. Frank is the host of Wall Street Unplugged. Frank has been a guest on various media outlets including Fox Business News, CNBC's The Kudlow Report and CNBC's The Call. He has also been mentioned numerous times on Jim Cramer's™s Mad Money, is a featured guest on CNN Radio and has been quoted in financial magazines and websites. Before TheStreet.com, Frank was the editor of The FXC Newsletter and received one of the top rankings by Hulbert's Financial Digest for risk-adjusted performance. Follow @frankcurzio Check this out and find out more at: http://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Follow @andrewhorowitz Looking for style diversification? More information on the TDI Managed Growth Strategy - HERE Stocks mentioned in this episode: (TSLA), (IWM), (AAPL), (FSLR), (PLTR), (AMZN), (META), (RDDT)

In this episode of the Vienna Coffee House Conversations, host Ivan Vejvoda welcomes Nicole Koenig, Head of Policy at the Munich Security Conference, to discuss the evolving landscape of European security. Against the backdrop of the Russo-Ukrainian War and other global crises, they explore how the European Union has responded to these challenges with initiatives that include joint defense spending, the inclusion of Finland and Sweden in NATO, and the establishment of a European Defense Union. Koenig highlights the complexities of fostering deeper EU-NATO cooperation and overcoming political, legal, and financial barriers to a more integrated defense framework.Recorded just before Donald Trump's victory, they discuss the U.S. presidential election and it's impacts on European security policy. The conversation explores the necessity for Europe to take on a greater share of its defense responsibilities. Koenig underscores the strategic importance of unity in defense and the push for a more coherent security policy. Additionally, they touch on the geopolitical imperative of EU enlargement, particularly in light of the Russo-Ukrainian War and the broader European neighborhood's security dynamics.Finally, Koenig offers insights into her role at the Munich Security Conference, providing a preview of the key themes likely to shape the agenda, including transatlantic relations, regional conflicts, and emerging threats like AI and climate security. She emphasizes the importance of fostering dialogue to address these multifaceted challenges.Nicole Koenig is Head of Policy at the Munich Security Conference, where she oversees the development of the conference's strategic agenda and policy initiatives. She has extensive experience in EU foreign and security policy, particularly in the area of Franco-German cooperation. Prior to joining the MSC, she served as Deputy Director of the Jacques Delors Centre at the Hertie School in Berlin, where she focused on European integration and security issues. Koenig has held research positions at several prominent think tanks, including the Centre for European Policy Studies and the European Policy Centre, and has published widely on topics related to EU defense, NATO, and transatlantic relations. She frequently provides analysis for European and international media. She was a 2019/20 Europe's Futures Fellow of the IWM and ERSTE Foundation.For more on Nicole Koenig and her work, visit https://securityconference.org/en/about-us/chairman-team/dr-nicole-koenig/You can follow her X account under @Nic_KoenigAn overview of the Munich Security Conference 2024 is at https://securityconference.org/en/msc-2024/ Ivan Vejvoda is Head of the Europe's Futures program at the Institute for Human Sciences (IWM Vienna) implemented in partnership with ERSTE Foundation. The program is dedicated to the cultivation of knowledge and the generation of ideas addressing pivotal challenges confronting Europe and the European Union: nexus of borders and migration, deterioration in rule of law and democracy and European Union's enlargement prospects.The Institute for Human Sciences (IWM Vienna) is an institute of advanced studies in the humanities and social sciences. Founded as a place of encounter in 1982 by a young Polish philosopher, Krzysztof Michalski, and two German colleagues in neutral Austria, its initial mission was to create a meeting place for dissenting thinkers of Eastern Europe and prominent scholars from the West.Since then it has promoted intellectual exchange across disciplines, between academia and society, and among regions that now embrace the Global South and North. The IWM is an independent and non-partisan institution, and proudly so. All of our fellows, visiting and permanent, pursue their own research in an environment designed to enrich their work and to render it more accessible within and beyond academia.For further information about the Institute:https://www.iwm.at/

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In this episode of the Vienna Coffee House Conversations, Ivan Vejvoda is joined by historical scientist Luke Cooper to discuss Ukraine's resilience in the face of the ongoing Russian invasion and the broader geopolitical challenges facing the country. Cooper shares insights from his recent visits to cities like Kyiv, Dnipro, and Lviv, noting the surprising resilience and sense of normalcy among Ukrainians amidst conflict. He emphasizes the social and economic impacts of the war, including widespread displacement and the steadfast resolve of those in Russian-occupied regions awaiting liberation.The conversation explores Ukraine's economic strategies in response to the invasion, focusing on the government's shift from initially libertarian policies to a more Keynesian model that emphasizes public spending and wartime fiscal policy. Cooper explains how labor shortages, driven by both military conscription and migration, have impacted Ukraine's workforce, particularly in vital industrial sectors. These economic measures have helped stabilize the economy despite the ongoing challenges, but the Ukrainian government remains focused on sustaining external financial support to maintain its efforts.Finally, Cooper and Vejvoda consider the possible scenarios for ending the conflict, discussing public sentiment in Ukraine, the strategic importance of various frontlines, and the precarious international dependencies that affect the country's future. Cooper highlights the critical role of oil prices and international political dynamics, particularly in the United States, in shaping the war's trajectory. In closing, they briefly examine the UK's political landscape following the Labour Party's recent victory, noting its potential impact on UK-EU relations and international support for Ukraine since the full-scale Russian invasion.Luke Cooper is a historical sociologist and political scientist specializing in conflict, democracy, and European studies, currently serving as an Associate Professorial Research Fellow at the Conflict and Civicness Research Group at the London School of Economics (LSE). He directs the PeaceRep Ukraine Program and co-founded Another Europe is Possible, an advocacy group focused on progressive European politics. Additionally, Cooper is an established podcaster and author, whose most recent book, Authoritarian Contagion: The Global Threat to Democracy (2021) examines the global rise of authoritarianism.The blogpost mentioned in the episode on Oil's role in the Ukraine War is hereRead more and buy a copy of Authoritarian Contagion  or find it on Amazon Luke Cooper's X account is @lukecooper100 Ivan Vejvoda is Head of the Europe's Futures program at the Institute for Human Sciences (IWM Vienna) implemented in partnership with ERSTE Foundation. The program is dedicated to the cultivation of knowledge and the generation of ideas addressing pivotal challenges confronting Europe and the European Union: nexus of borders and migration, deterioration in rule of law and democracy and European Union's enlargement prospects.The Institute for Human Sciences (IWM Vienna) is an institute of advanced studies in the humanities and social sciences. Founded as a place of encounter in 1982 by a young Polish philosopher, Krzysztof Michalski, and two German colleagues in neutral Austria, its initial mission was to create a meeting place for dissenting thinkers of Eastern Europe and prominent scholars from the West.Since then it has promoted intellectual exchange across disciplines, between academia and society, and among regions that now embrace the Global South and North. The IWM is an independent and non-partisan institution, and proudly so. All of our fellows, visiting and permanent, pursue their own research in an environment designed to enrich their work and to render it more accessible within and beyond academia.For further information about the Institute:https://www.iwm.at/

In this episode of the Vienna Coffee House Conversations, host Ivan Vejvoda speaks with Grigorij Mesežnikov, political scientist and president of the Institute for Public Affairs, about the political trajectory of Slovakia. Mesežnikov, a 2019/20 Europe's Futures Fellow of the IWM Vienna and ERSTE Foundation, offers a detailed account of Slovakia's path from post-communist transition to its current political challenges, marked by the return of Robert Fico's populist government.Key topics include:The political transformation of Slovakia after the fall of the Berlin WallThe rise of Robert Fico and the national-populist coalitionThe impact of Ján Kuciak's murder on Slovak civil society and government accountabilitySlovakia's growing pro-Russian sentiment and its implications for EU and NATO relationshipsThe current state of Slovakia's democracy and the potential for future political changeGrigorij Mesežnikov is a prominent political scientist based in Bratislava, Slovakia. He co-founded the Institute for Public Affairs and has served as its president since the 1990s. Mesežnikov is a key commentator on Slovak politics and contributes regularly to both domestic and international media. His research focuses on democratization, political culture, and civil society in post-communist countries.See more about Grigorij Mesežnikov's work at Institute for Public Affairs.Find Mesežnikov on X: @GMeseznikov Ivan Vejvoda is Head of the Europe's Futures program at the Institute for Human Sciences (IWM Vienna) implemented in partnership with ERSTE Foundation. The program is dedicated to the cultivation of knowledge and the generation of ideas addressing pivotal challenges confronting Europe and the European Union: nexus of borders and migration, deterioration in rule of law and democracy and European Union's enlargement prospects.The Institute for Human Sciences (IWM Vienna) is an institute of advanced studies in the humanities and social sciences. Founded as a place of encounter in 1982 by a young Polish philosopher, Krzysztof Michalski, and two German colleagues in neutral Austria, its initial mission was to create a meeting place for dissenting thinkers of Eastern Europe and prominent scholars from the West.Since then it has promoted intellectual exchange across disciplines, between academia and society, and among regions that now embrace the Global South and North. The IWM is an independent and non-partisan institution, and proudly so. All of our fellows, visiting and permanent, pursue their own research in an environment designed to enrich their work and to render it more accessible within and beyond academia.For further information about the Institute:https://www.iwm.at/

Interview with an IWM representative about music and organized labor. Music Solidarity Forever, performed by Odelia Ray. ** The Cast Lennon Merlo is voiced by Lauren Tucker Odelia Ray is voiced by Elijah Harper ** This episode was written by James Big, and edited by Aaron Olson It was transcribed by Nancy Sandland. ** Click here for the episode's script. ** Welcome to the System Our Website Join the Law of Names Discord Follow us on Twitter Support us on Patreon The Chasing a Ghost theme was written and performed by James Big. Breathing Space, Fading Frontier is a Law of Names production. © This work is copyrighted by Law of Names Media, 2023 It may be freely adapted and remixed for non-commercial use with attribution to the original creators. The unaltered material may not be shared or distributed for any purpose without written permission from Law of Names Media. For adaptations and derivative works, please include the following: Created with permission from Law of Names Media. Based on original material from Breathing Space. All rights reserved.

We find out about an exciting project run by the Imperial War Museum which explores how conflict has driven innovation in science and technology. Sponsored by Lloyd's Register Foundation, the project aims to discover how conflict has accelerated innovation, and how this has impacted on the world we live in today. Science and technology are the key factors in influencing the course of modern conflict. On land, at sea and in the air, innovation in technology has played a key role in the course of conflict during the twentieth Century. Warfare accelerates technological innovation as part of the wider war effort, and this in turn has a significant impact on civilian society. As the Imperial War Museum is a world-renowned authority on conflict history, the project gives audiences the opportunity to change their understanding about war. With over one million items in the IWM collection, this project will offer a range of a wide range of intellectual and emotional experiences.To find out more Dr Sam Willis spoke with Rob Rumble, lead curator of the project. They examine and discuss a number of artefacts in the collection, including the Cavity Magnetron, which became the preferred source of very high frequency radio waves in various radars and communication devices and led to a massive growth in microwave radar technology; public safety posters which educated and encouraged the public use of antiseptic to prevent infections, as well as for the use of safety harnesses whilst working from height; an example of the 'Davis' Submarine escape apparatus, an early type of oxygen rebreather invented in 1910; a lifejacket for a child; lifeboat navigation maps; a buoyant light; plastic armour; and a type of valve employed in early airborne interception and air to surface vessel radar equipment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode 588 of the Trading Justice podcast where the Justice boys go looking for a doji. Markets have not been boring recently and the performance gap between what the Justice brothers refer to as the “left behind” areas of the market (IWM, RSP, ARKK, DIA) and recent winners was notable over the last week. The Justice boys discuss what comes next and breaks down all the price action. The Justice brothers are looking for a doji and discuss the significance of that technical pattern in the coming days of market action and how important it is for traders. Matt also gives us an update on earnings (not too shabby) and highlights what is going to be a filled week. What companies stand out to him this week? The boys also break down gold, Bitcoin's power move, surprising price action on oil, the scenario that might lead to a surprise July cut out of the Fed, and answer some student questions. A power podcast from top to bottom as you have come to expect. So sit back and enjoy another fantastic episode of the Trading Justice podcast! Market Skyline: 4:00 Earnings Update: 32:00 USD: 44:00 Gold: 47:00 Oil: 51:00 Bitcoin: 57:00 Q/A: 1:12:00

We're back with another episode of The Option Block brought to you by Cboe Global Markets.   On this episode, we: Discuss the latest in the options markets today including small caps, IWM, and post CPI Look into June earnings volume numbers from OCC and today's options volume Examine the latest unusual options activity in TFC, GTES, SOUN Talk about interesting use cases for flex options   With your hosts: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group Henry "The Flowmaster" Schwartz, Cboe Global Markets Andrew "The Rock Lobster" Giovinazzi, The Option Pit Check out the Trade of the Day Insights Newsletter from Trade Alert - Request access to admin@trade-alert.com

Earnings season - better and stats - BIGGEST BUYBACK EVER - We are gauging investor sentiment --- Remember - Confidence  and Sentiment (Cheer-leading helps) PLUS we are now on Spotify and Amazon Music/Podcasts! Click HERE for Show Notes and Links DHUnplugged is now streaming live - with listener chat. Click on link on the right sidebar. Love the Show? Then how about a Donation? Follow John C. Dvorak on Twitter Follow Andrew Horowitz on Twitter DONATE - Show 700 Campaign Warm Up - Earnings season - better and stats - BIGGEST BUYBACK EVER - We are gauging investor sentiment -- --- Remember - Confidence  and Sentiment (Cheer-leading helps) - Announcing the WINNER  CTP for Apple - Fake Work? Market Update - If down - buy.... Names that were hammered due to earnings catching bids again - Follow up - Utilities - Fed Speaks - Can't stop the Dove - Employment - Excitement about the Unemployment Rate Earnings Season Update: - Overall, 80% of the companies in the S&P 500 have reported actual results for Q1 2024 to date. - Of these companies, 77% have reported actual EPS above estimates, which is equal to the 5-year average of 77% but above the 10-year average of 74%. - In aggregate, companies are reporting earnings that are 7.5% above estimates, which is also below the 5-year average of 8.5% but above the 10-year average of 6.7% - Eight of the eleven sectors are reporting year-over-year earnings growth, led by the Communication Services, Utilities, Consumer Discretionary, and Information Technology sectors. - Three sectors are reporting a year-over-year decline in earnings: Energy, Health Care, and Materials. - Revenue - up again - estimated to be 4.1% when all said and done. -  -    If 4.1% is the actual revenue growth rate for the quarter, it will mark the 14th consecutive quarter of revenue growth for the index. Fake Work - An investor at famed Silicon Valley firm Andreessen Horowitz is the latest VC to get involved in the debate around "fake work" in the tech industry. - Ulevitch went on to point the finger at Google specifically, calling it "an amazing example." - "I don't think it's crazy to believe that half the white-collar staff at Google probably does no real work," he said. "The company has spent billions and billions of dollars per year on projects that go nowhere for over a decade, and all that money could have been returned to shareholders who have retirement accounts." - Marc Andreessen has criticized a managerial "laptop class" and tweeted in 2022, "The good big companies are overstaffed by 2x. The bad big companies are overstaffed by 4x or more." Buy 'em - Companies that took a hit after earnings (NFLX, AMD) getting bid again - NFLX gapped lower from ~$608 to $551 and now $592 - AMD dropped from $160 to $140 and now $156 - SPY , IWM and QQQ- Now above the 50day Moving average again Follow Up - Utilities - Just wanted to provide this idea again - Data Warehouses and other AI Power hungry places --- Symbol list of some utilities to look at further - SO, NEE, EXC, CMS - Natural gas producers are planning for a significant spike in demand over the next decade, as artificial intelligence drives a surge in electricity consumption that renewables may struggle to meet alone. - After a decade of flat power growth in the U.S., electricity demand is forecast to grow as much as 20% by 2030, according to a Wells Fargo analysis published in April. Power companies are moving to quickly secure energy as the rise of AI coincides with the expansion of domestic semiconductor and battery manufacturing as well as the electrification of the nation's vehicle fleet. - AI data centers alone are expected to add about 323 terawatt hours of electricity demand in the U.S. by 2030 Utilities ETF Apple - Earnings - Nothing great in the earnings. --- A few pockets of sunshine.... --- Raises dividend and $110 BILLION buyback - largest buyback EVER ...