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Beth Pinsker CFP®, MarketWatch columnist, and author of My Mother's Money explains how caring for her mom exposed the gap between “knowing” and “doing” estate/care plans. Only ~30% have wills; even fewer have POAs/health proxies, creating real cash-flow and authorization crises when care starts. She describes the emotional and ethical knots (siblings, guilt) and how illiquid assets/annuity rules and bank hurdles complicate paying caregivers. Takeaways: set POAs/health proxies, add phone legacy contacts, name beneficiaries on all accounts/titles to avoid probate, and use fee-only help when needed. Beth frames inheritances as “Bubby money” spending aligned with a loved one's values and urges investing in health and lifestyle now.
Don and Tom kick off this episode with a satirical bang—mocking the apocalyptic tone of a MarketWatch article about the “Fourth Turning,” a cyclical doom prophecy claiming America faces a cataclysmic reset every 80–100 years. Citing wars, depressions, and now AI, wealth taxes, and the fall of the dollar, the hosts break down the fatalistic tone, expose the fear-marketing behind it, and reassure listeners that, historically, markets have recovered—and rewarded long-term investors. 0:04 Faux alien warning: the Fourth Turning economic apocalypse is coming 1:16 Dissecting the MarketWatch article and the “Fourth Turning” theory 2:26 Peak catastrophe by 2030? AI job loss, collapsing dollar, wealth taxes 3:38 Don asks: what is this guy selling? Spoiler: $100M wealth club 6:01 $180k to join R360—clearly not for the average listener 6:33 Don's “financial flinch reflex” PSA spoof (ad) 7:41 Tom: “We love being scared”—AI panic and deepfake video fears 9:07 Caller Sue (68): Ready to retire with $820k and SS? Don says yes 13:05 Sue's next step: get a fiduciary checkup, maybe run Monte Carlo 14:10 Tom runs one: 50th percentile = she hits zero at 98 15:32 Flexible withdrawal rates might work better than rigid 4% 16:34 Listener voicemail: Should we switch from Roth to Traditional now? 18:16 DT's Roth vs. traditional strategy: save taxes while you can 20:14 WSJ article on taxes and stock gains—do ETFs instead 21:25 Tax basics for investors: capital gains rates and efficiency 23:26 Mad Men nostalgia and mid-century tax rates 25:15 TV detour: Bewitched vs. I Dream of Jeannie vs. Outlander 27:10 Back to calls: Theodore asks about 403(b) options in Burlington 29:10 Don explodes: garbage annuity vendors dominate the plan 31:01 Aspire is the only halfway-decent vendor… if you avoid their advisors 33:54 Don tells how an Albuquerque teacher got Vanguard into their plan 35:44 Aspire hack: use FundSource for no-load mutual funds 36:14 Caller Steve: hold 20 stocks or sell and rebalance? 37:53 Tom: hybrid approach. Don: depends on need. Watch tax bracket Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's Monday, October 6, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Muslims decapitated or shot 30 Christians in Mozambique, Africa Over 30 Christians were beheaded in a series of recent attacks in northern Mozambique, Africa by Islamic State-affiliated terrorists who also released graphic photographs showing the executions, shootings, and widespread arson, reports The Christian Post. The group targeted multiple villages across Cabo Delgado and Nampula provinces, setting fire to churches and homes in a campaign of violence against civilians. According to The Middle East Media Research Institute, the Islamic State Mozambique group released a 20-image photoset this week, documenting its operatives executing civilians by beheading and close-range gunfire, and burning down homes and churches. The Mozambican insurgency, active since 2017, has led to the deaths of at least 6,200 people. In Deuteronomy 32:35, God says, “It is mine to avenge; I will repay. In due time, their foot will slip; their day of disaster is near, and their doom rushes upon them.” The United Nations estimates that more than 1 million people in northern Mozambique have been displaced since the conflict began, due to a combination of militant violence, prolonged drought and extreme weather events. Open Doors ranks Mozambique, Africa as the 37th most dangerous country worldwide for Christians. Nigerian Muslims killed kidnapped pastor after receiving ransom Armed Muslim groups in Kwara State, Nigeria killed a local pastor after abducting him and receiving ransom payments from his community, reports International Christian Concern. Rev. James Issa, a pastor with the Evangelical Church Winning All, was taken from Ekati village on August 28. His abductors initially demanded $67,000. Weeks of negotiations followed, with family members, church leaders, and villagers contributing funds to secure his release. The community raised $3,300, a sum far beyond the means of the rural community. The money was delivered to the kidnappers, but instead of releasing the pastor, the armed group demanded an additional $30,000. Before any further talks could take place, they killed Rev. Issa. Netanyahu demands release of all 48 hostages in order to end war On Sunday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that no part of U.S. President Donald Trump's peace plan will be enacted until all 48 hostages, alive and dead, are returned to Israeli territory, reports The Jerusalem Post. Additionally, Netanyahu stated that if the hostages are not released by Trump's deadline, "Israel will resume fighting with full backing from all involved countries." However, speaking to Israeli journalist Barak Ravid, President Trump told Netanyahu, “Bibi, this is your chance for victory.” Currently, there is no set deadline for the hostage release, although negotiations to finalize the plan are set to begin in Cairo, Egypt today. An anonymous source told the Jerusalem Post that (a) Hamas, the Muslim terrorist group, is committed to reaching an agreement to end the war in the Gaza Strip and (b) the release of the hostages will be carried out gradually over several days through the International Red Cross. Secretary of State Marco Rubio appeared on NBC's “Meet the Press” with Kristen Welker. WELKER: “I want to start with these peace negotiations in the Middle East. Is this now the end of the war in Gaza?” RUBIO: “Well, not yet. There's some work remains to be done, and I would view it in two phases, in terms of understanding how to break this out. “The first piece of it, which is very clear from the letter in Hamas' response, is they have agreed to the President's hostage release framework. And what needs to happen now, and they acknowledge in the letter in their response, is there now needs to be meetings which are occurring, even as I speak to you now, and hopefully will be finalized very quickly on the logistics of that. “What that means is, who goes in to get them? Is it the Red Cross? You know, when do they show up? What place are they going to be? And the conditions have to be created for that to happen. You can't have bombs going off and fighting going on in the middle of this exchange. So, that's piece one. And we want to see that happen as soon as possible, all 48 hostages, both living and deceased. “The second part of it, it's even harder, and that is the long term piece. What happens after Israel pulls back to the yellow line, and potentially beyond that, as this thing develops? How do you create this Palestinian technocratic leadership that's not Hamas, that's not terrorists, and with the help of the international community? “How do you disarm any sort of terrorist groups that are going to be building tunnels and conducting attacks against Israel? How do you get them to demobilize? All that work -- that's going to be hard. But that's critical, because without that, you're not going to have lasting peace. You may get the hostages back, you may get a cessation of hostilities, but in the long term, it's going to happen all over again.” Hero Ukrainian soldier kills 27 Russian troops A heroic Ukrainian warrior killed 27 Russian soldiers singlehandedly while defending two bridges surrounded by enemy forces, reports The U.S. Sun. Rus spent over seven weeks crouched in a putrid-smelling basement protecting the crossings -- armed with nothing more than a firearm and pure grit. The valiant soldier has been recommended for the Hero of Ukraine medal, the country's highest military honor, for his brave work. He personally killed 27 Kremlin forces - steadfast in his defense of the crossings in Dopropilia, in Ukraine's Donetsk region. Speaking to The Times, he recalled the grim reality of spending almost two months taking cover in a gloomy basement as Russian drones buzzed overhead. He could only use the toilet "at dusk or at dawn" over fears of being struck and for seven weeks only washed with baby wipes. First-ever woman becomes Archbishop of Canterbury Sarah Mullally has been chosen as the new Anglican archbishop of Canterbury, marking the first time a woman has been named to the highest ecclesiastical position in the Anglican Church, reports LifeSiteNews.com. In 1 Timothy 2:12, the Apostle Paul wrote, "I do not permit a woman to teach or to assume authority over a man; she must be quiet.” The seat of the archbishop of Canterbury had been vacant since January 7, 2025, when Archbishop Justin Welby resigned due to allegations of mishandling an abuse case involving John Smyth who beat Winchester Boarding School students until they bled, leaving permanent scars. MarketWatch: 22 states already in recession And finally, according to Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody's Analytics, the U.S. economy is very close to falling into a damaging contraction. Many states are already experiencing a recession. Zandi estimates that 22 states, plus the District of Columbia, are now experiencing persistent economic weakness and job losses that are likely to continue. Another 13 states are treading water. The overall picture is one of a weak U.S. economy that is vulnerable to being pushed into a ditch by a strong wind. The economist added, “The economy is still not in recession, but the risks are very high. We're on the precipice.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Monday, October 6th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.
Send us a textThe BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL...will it hurt me? Will it help me? No, this isn't a political episode AT ALL...However, we welcome Sean Mullaney, the FI Tax Guy, to the show to discuss how this new piece of legislation will impact teachers and middle income earners and their money. Sean Mullaney is an advice-only financial planner and the President of Mullaney Financial & Tax, Inc. Through Mullaney Financial & Tax, Sean provides advice-only financial planning for a flat fee. He is the co-author, with Cody Garrett, of the book Tax Planning To and Through Early Retirement. Sean writes the Plutus Award winning blog FITaxGuy.com on the intersection of tax and financial independence. He also has a personal finance YouTube channel. Sean has discussed personal finance and tax on numerous podcasts, including ChooseFI, The Stacking Benjamins Show, How to Money, and BiggerPockets Money. He has been quoted in media outlets including The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and MarketWatch.Check out Sean's new book on tax planning!https://www.amazon.com/Tax-Planning-Through-Early-Retirement/dp/B0FNNVXY16
Our guest on the podcast today is Kerry Hannon. Kerry is a senior columnist and on-air expert for Yahoo Finance and writes about retirement, jobs, career transitions, entrepreneurship, leadership, and personal finance. She has written 14 books about retirement, careers, and personal finance and is co-author of a new book, Retirement Bites: A Gen X Guide to Securing Your Financial Future. Kerry is a former columnist and contributor for The New York Times, MarketWatch, Forbes, PBS, and AARP. She graduated from Duke University.BackgroundBioRetirement Bites: A Gen X Guide to Securing Your Financial Future, by Kerry Hannon and Janna Herron401(k)s and the Current Market“401(k) Savers Stayed Strong Through Market Volatility, Fidelity Found,” Video interview with Kerry Hannon, kerryhannon.com, June 15, 2025.“Experts Caution Adding Private Assets Like Crypto to 401(k)s,” Video interview with Kerry Hannon, kerryhannon.com, Aug. 17, 2025.“Retirement Savers Are Eager to Invest in Private Assets, New Survey Finds,” by Kerry Hannon, yahoofinance.com, Aug. 25, 2025.“Robust Returns and Steady Saving Yield Record Number of 401(k) Millionaires,” by Kerry Hannon, yahoofinance.com, Sept. 13, 2025.“401(k) Savers Play It Safe, Even as Demand for Private Assets Surge,” by Kerry Hannon, yahoofinance.com, Sept. 9, 2025.Social Security and Target-Date Funds“An Increasing Number of Americans Are Claiming Social Security Early This Year. What's Up?” Video interview with Kerry Hannon, kerryhannon.com, May 14, 2025.“Some Retirees Will See Bump in Social Security Benefits in April,” Video interview with Kerry Hannon, kerryhannon.com, March 26, 2025.“Social Security Benefits Will Rise 2.5% in 2025,” by Kerry Hannon, yahoofinance.com, Oct. 13, 2024.“How to Build Your Own Target-Date Retirement Fund,” by Kerry Hannon, yahoofinance.com, Feb. 15, 2025.“2025 Target-Date Fund Investment Strategy,” Morningstar.com.“Americans' Retirement Vehicle of Choice Just Topped $4 Trillion,” Video interview with Kerry Hannon, kerryhannon.com, May 21, 2025.Return to Office and Job Changes“More Men Are Returning to the Office. Here's Why That Matters to Women,” by Kerry Hannon, yahoofinance.com, July 20, 2025.“Author: Getting Employees Back to the Office Is at an “Inflection Point,'” by Kerry Hannon, yahoofinance.com, Aug. 24, 2025.“Changing Jobs Can Shake-Up Saving for Retirement. Here's How to Avoid That,” Video interview with Kerry Hannon, kerryhannon.com, May 3, 2025.OtherReality Bites (1994 movie)My Social Security account“Beyond the Status Quo: A Critical Assessment of Lifecycle Investment Advice,” by Scott Cederburg, Aizhan Anarkulova, and Michael S. O'Doherty, papers.ssrn.com, July 10, 2025 (revised).“How Americans View Their Jobs,” by Juliana Menasce Horowitz and Kim Parker, pewresearch.org, March 30, 2023.“Kerry Hannon: Remote Work Trend Benefits Older Workers,” The Long View podcast, Morningstar.com, Oct. 21, 2020.
Join Antony Davies, director of economic research at CFC, as he looks at a scenario where the Fed's recent rate cut could even be bad for long-term loans. Contact the Economic & Market Watch team at economicresearch@nrucfc.coop. Visit us, download the dashboard and intelligence brief and explore other Solutions media on our website, nrucfc.coop/Solutions.
Farm margins are tight and the headlines aren't lying—tariffs, fertilizer and machinery costs, and labor constraints are hitting producers. Jackson Takach (Farmer Mac) breaks down what's signal vs. noise. What we cover: Tariffs 101: Section 301 (unfair trade), 232 (national security), and IEEPA actions (the biggest bucket and under legal challenge). Why these hit steel/aluminum and fertilizer components—and how that flows to implement and input prices. Costs that pay back vs. pure drag: seed tech and risk-reduction can be worth it; fertilizer, machinery and labor are harder to offset—2026 looks tighter than 2025. Adaptation that actually helps: proven tech + regenerative practices to reduce input reliance. Bankruptcies: Chapter 12 filings are up in Arkansas and Nebraska—rising from 2023–24 lows back toward 2018–20 levels. Regional stress drivers: soy/rice/cotton marketing pain and flooding in AR; feedlot squeeze and weaker soy export pull in NE. Policy + relief: ongoing US–China trade talks; ~$15–20B of prior-year USDA aid still to deploy; Farm Bill politics and PLC “facelift” dynamics. Opportunities: growing global protein demand, renewable diesel/SAF, and more U.S. soybean crush capacity. Labor & immigration: H‑2A works for seasonal crops; year‑round gaps push automation. AI's real role: better data sense‑making and lending workflows—not replacing credit decisions. Land values: Midwest stabilizing/slipping, Southeast firming, West = water‑dependent. Introducing the Farmland Price Index (Farmer Mac × AcreValue) built on transactions, not surveys. Farmer Mac https://www.farmermac.com/ The Feed - Farmland Price Index (By Farmer Mac) https://farmermac.com/thefeed/q2-2025-farmland-price-index-update/ National Land Realty https://www.nationalland.com
Send us a textOn this episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Hillary Gale, finance marketing strategist and host of The Finance Marketing Podcast, about how authenticity and storytelling build stronger relationships. This episode offers a fresh take on how showing up as yourself can be your greatest asset. Key Takeaways: What it really means to have a personal brand. Why authenticity resonates. How to lead with relationships, not just recommendations. Why clients value emotional honesty from their advisors. The power of giving ourselves permission—and grace. Why sharing your own money story (without shame) can open the door for better conversations.Connect with Hillary Gale:Website (here)LinkedIn (here)Free Guide (here) Podcast:The Finance Marketing Podcast (here)Resources mentioned:2025 Voice of the Client Study from Wealthtender (here)Larry Sprung - Mitlin Financial - LinkedInBio: Hillary Gale, founder and CEO of Moneta Copy, is a marketing strategist and copywriter for financial services professionals. She has been featured in MarketWatch, Wealthtender, and Clever Girl Finance, and is the host of The Finance Marketing Podcast, a show that spotlights in-depth conversations on marketing with financial professionals and finance marketing experts. You can catch her on LinkedIn most weekdays sharing marketing insights and ideas specifically for financial services pros.Support the showThe Get Ready Money Podcast and its guests do not provide investment advice. All content is for educational purposes. Guest opinions do not necessarily reflect the opinions of The Get Ready Money Podcast and Tony Steuer.
Join Antony Davies, director of economic research at CFC, as he looks at the relationship between the national debt and inflation.Sources:Total Federal Outlays (MTSO133FMS) | FRED | St. Louis Fed Total Federal Receipts (MTSR133FMS) | FRED | St. Louis Fed https://www.cbo.gov/system/files/2025-01/51118-2025-01-Budget-Projections.xlsx Country List Government Debt to GDP Contact the Economic & Market Watch team at economicresearch@nrucfc.coop. Visit us, download the dashboard and intelligence brief and explore other Solutions media on our website, nrucfc.coop/Solutions.
Interview recorded - 16th of September, 2025On this episode of the WTFinance podcast I had the pleasure of welcoming back Danielle DiMartino Booth. She is the author of Fed Up and a global thought leader in monetary policy, economics and finance with 9 years experience at the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas.During our conversation we spoke about the FOMC meeting, Lisa Cook firing, employment revision, whether this will continue, recession, bond market, stock market impact and more. Do you agree?0:00 - Introduction1:14 - FOMC meeting1:57 - Lisa Cook firing5:24 - Powell dovish cut7:42 - Employment revisions10:25 - Poor data11:40 - Job market was not strong13:34 - Foreign born vs domestic employment14:28 - Recession?18:45 - Bond market20:18 - No recessions?21:50 - Stock market23:03 - One message to takeaway?DiMartino Booth set out to launch a #ResearchRevolution, redefining how market intelligence is conceived and delivered to guide portfolio managers and promote financial literacy. To build QI, she brought together a core team of investing veterans to analyse the trends and provide critical analysis on what is driving the markets – both in the United States and globally.Since their inception in 2015, commentary and data from DiMartino Booth's The Daily Feather and The Weekly Quill have appeared in other financial sources such as Bloomberg, CNBC, Fox Business, Institutional Investor, Yahoo Finance, The Wall Street Journal, MarketWatch, Seeking Alpha, TD Ameritrade, TheStreet.com, and more.A global thought leader in monetary policy, economics, and finance, DiMartino Booth founded QI Research in 2015. She is the author of FED UP: An Insider's Take on Why the Federal Reserve is Bad for America (Portfolio, Feb 2017), a business speaker, and a commentator frequently featured on CNBC, Bloomberg, Fox News, Fox Business News, BNN Bloomberg, Yahoo Finance and other major media outlets.Prior to QI Research, DiMartino Booth spent nine years at the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. She served as Advisor to President Richard W. Fisher throughout the financial crisis until his retirement in March 2015. Her work at the Fed focused on financial stability and the efficacy of unconventional monetary policy.DiMartino Booth began her career in New York at Credit Suisse and Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette where she worked in the fixed-income, public equity, and private equity markets. DiMartino Booth earned her BBA as a College of Business Scholar at the University of Texas at San Antonio. She holds an MBA in Finance and International Business from the University of Texas at Austin and an MS in Journalism from Columbia University.Danielle DiMartino Booth - Website - https://quillintelligence.com/Twitter - https://twitter.com/DiMartinoBoothYouTube - @DanielleDiMartinoBoothQI WTFinance -Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/67rpmjG92PNBW0doLyPvfniTunes -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wtfinance/id1554934665?uo=4LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-fatseas-761066103/Twitter - https://twitter.com/AnthonyFatseas
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It's a wrap on FinCon '25 from Portland, but not before what Chuck describes as the "single best day of interviews [he has] done at any FinCon that Money Life has attended." Here's the lineup: — Paul Merriman is a long-time financial advisor, author and retirement columnist — he was writing for MarketWatch before Chuck got there in 2003 and still writes for them today — who has watched the transitions that have impacted the investing world over the decades. He gives his take on everything from ETFs versus traditional funds to crypto and much more. — Paula Pant is the host of "Afford Anything," one of the most influential podcasts in the financial world. She talks about how inflation has impacted people's mindset on what they can afford — and why it shouldn't change your thinking if you have spending in the right place — but also has a unique perspective on America's housing affordability crisis and how consumers should respond to the problem. — Jessie Jimenez is the founder of Cashtoons.com, where she produces short animated films that cover the investment and money-management basics, but which also get into topics like managing your flexible-spending account or calculating your retirement budget to hone in on a savings target. — Kanwal Sarai of the Simply Investing Dividends podcast discusses his obsession with dividend-paying stocks, his criteria for buying and selling them — because he is more active in selling than many long-term dividend buyers — and more. — Joe Saul-Sehy, host of the Stacking Benjamins podcast, puts a bow on the FinCon interviews — as he has done in each of the last three years — talking about the good and bad he sees among content creators in the financial space, the worst interview he has ever done and what makes for good financial talk.
Join CFC expert John Suter, vice president of economic research, for what a recent misadventure taught him about time and patience as finite resources.Contact the Economic & Market Watch team at economicresearch@nrucfc.coop.Visit us, download the dashboard and explore other Solutions media on our website, nrucfc.coop/Solutions.
John Batchelor 09-03 segment 9.mp3 Guest: Brett Arends of Market Watch (Return on Investment). Bond Market Anxiety and Federal Reserve Pressures Brett Arends explains the bond market's current unhappiness stems from unsustainable national debt and uncertainty surrounding President Trump's tariffs. He clarifies that the Fedcontrols short-term rates, while the bond market sets long-term rates. Arends warns that Trump's pressure on the Fed to cut short-term rates could paradoxically cause long-term rates, including mortgage rates, to rise, hurting the economy and exacerbating market nervousness. He emphasizes the need for fiscal sustainability. 1947 DEMOCRACY SQUARE
John Batchelor 09-03 segment 10.mp3 Guest: Brett Arends of Market Watch. Addressing Bond Market Turmoil Brett Arends explains that the troubled bond market stems from unsustainable national debt and recent court rulings questioning President Trump's tariffs. He advises Donald Trump to support Federal Reserve independence, abandon attacks on Jerome Powell and Lisa Cook, and work with Congress on tariffs to ensure fiscal sustainability and calm market anxieties. Arends notes that gold's all-time high reflects a lack of market confidence. PEKING UNIVERSITY
SHOW SCHEDULE 9-3-25 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR GOOD EVENING: The show begins in Beijing, watching the trio of Xi, Putin and Kim review the display of offensive weapons and offensive battalions. FIRST HOUR 9-915 John Batchelor 09-03 segment 1.mp3 Guest: Colonel Jeff McCausland, United States Army retired artilleryman, CBS News, Dickinson College visiting professor, and Diamond 6 Leadership and Strategy CEO. Global Geopolitics and Military Displays Colonel Jeff McCausland discusses a Beijing military parade featuring Xi Jinping, Kim Jong-un, and Vladimir Putin, interpreting it as a message of strength and innovation, not peace, while downplaying the US role in WWII. He also covers the static battle lines in Ukraine, European proposals for a military force, and US involvement in Middle East conflicts in Yemen and Gaza, noting a tactical agreement with the Houthis. 915-930 : John Batchelor 09-03 segment 2.mp3 Guest: Colonel Jeff McCausland, United States Army retired artilleryman, CBS News, Dickinson College visiting professor, and Diamond 6 Leadership and Strategy CEO. Pentagon's Evolving Mission and Global Order Colonel Jeff McCausland discusses the new national military strategy emphasizing homeland defense as the primary mission for the Department of Defense, shifting from an international "cop on the beat" role to a domestic one. This is reflected in increased border forces and Caribbean operations. McCausland also touches on China's ambition to establish a new global order, returning to its perceived historical position as a superpower, utilizing organizations like BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.930-945 John Batchelor 09-03 segment 3.mp3 Guest: John Cochrane at the Hoover Institution. Federal Reserve Independence and Financial Regulation John Cochrane explores the complex debate on whether financial regulation should be integrated with or separated from monetary policy and less independent of Congress. He raises concerns about the Fed's independence, its failure to foresee the Silicon Valley Bank collapse, and the "too big to fail" phenomenon. Cochrane also discusses the risks of the Fed monetizing debt, its stance on stablecoins, and how its actions influence fiscal policy. 945-1000 John Batchelor 09-03 segment 4.mp3 Guest: John Cochrane of the Hoover Institution. Reforming the Federal Reserve's Role John Cochrane addresses proposals to reorganize the Federal Reserve, questioning whether it should become more political or have its scope narrowed to monetary policy, his preferred option. He criticizes the Fed'spandemic response, specifically its decision to print trillions of dollars for deficits, which he argues was a choice leading to the 2022 inflation. Cochrane also examines the wisdom of Quantitative Easing (QE), suggesting it had limited economic impact but expanded the Fed's political influence. SECOND HOUR 10-1015 John Batchelor 09-03 segment 5.mp3 Guests: Gordon Chang and General Blaine Holt, US Air Force General, retired. China's Historical Revisionism and Autocratic Alliances Gordon Chang and General Blaine Holtdiscuss China's military parade, led by Xi Jinping, which falsely claims Chinese victory over Japan in WWII, omitting the US and Allied contributions. Holt views the parade as theater for a crumbling Belt and Road Initiative, not a united front. They note India's absence from the parade due to animosity with China. Despite appearances, Putin and Kim Jong-un also have underlying animosity towards Xi Jinping, making their alliance one of expediency, not unity.1015-1030 John Batchelor 09-03 segment 6.mp3 Guests: Gordon Chang and Peter Huessy, President of Geostrategic Analysis, a fellow at the National Institute for Deterrent Studies. China's Nuclear Ambitions and Arms Control Challenges Peter Huessy describes China's nuclear weapons as tools for coercion and hegemonic goals, a stark contrast to the US view of deterrence. He notes China's rapid nuclear buildup, exceeding Soviet Union rates during the Cold War. Huessy and Gordon Chang discuss the imminent expiration of the New Start treaty with Russia and the absence of arms control talks with China, which has historically aided proliferation. This signals a "brave new world" with zero legal restraint on nuclear weapons.1030-1045 : John Batchelor 09-03 segment 7.mp3 Guests: Gordon Chang and Captain James Fanell, United States Navy retired, intelligence officer for the Seventh Fleet and for the Indo-Pacific Theater. Pacific Tensions: Philippines, China, and US Naval Strategy Captain James Fanell and Gordon Chang analyze China's strategic ambition to subjugate the Philippines, building militarized islands in the South China Sea. Fanell highlights Scarborough Shoal as a critical "cork in the bottle," potentially used by China as a military base. He notes the Philippines' new forward operating base with anti-ship missiles in the Bashi Channel as a counter. Fanell suggests a reinvigorated US Navymorale and a shift in the Pentagon's approach to deter China.1045-1100 John Batchelor 09-03 segment 8.mp3 Guests: Gordon Chang and Rebecca Grant, Vice President of the Lexington Institute. Venezuela, Guyana, and US Deterrence in the Caribbean Rebecca Grant discusses Guyana'sburgeoning oil wealth and Venezuela's threatening territorial claims under Maduro, who also opposes democracy. She and Gordon Chang analyze a significant US Navy presence off Venezuela's coast, including destroyers and a Marine Expeditionary Unit, as a strong deterrent against Maduro's actions and his alliances with Russia and China. Grantindicates improving morale and combat readiness within the US Navy, emphasizing its vital role in global operations. THIRD HOUR John Batchelor 09-03 segment 9.mp3 Guest: Brett Arends of Market Watch (Return on Investment). Bond Market Anxiety and Federal Reserve Pressures Brett Arends explains the bond market's current unhappiness stems from unsustainable national debt and uncertainty surrounding President Trump's tariffs. He clarifies that the Fedcontrols short-term rates, while the bond market sets long-term rates. Arends warns that Trump's pressure on the Fed to cut short-term rates could paradoxically cause long-term rates, including mortgage rates, to rise, hurting the economy and exacerbating market nervousness. He emphasizes the need for fiscal sustainability. 1100-1115 : John Batchelor 09-03 segment 9.mp3 Guest: Brett Arends of Market Watch (Return on Investment). Bond Market Anxiety and Federal Reserve Pressures Brett Arends explains the bond market's current unhappiness stems from unsustainable national debt and uncertainty surrounding President Trump's tariffs. He clarifies that the Fedcontrols short-term rates, while the bond market sets long-term rates. Arends warns that Trump's pressure on the Fed to cut short-term rates could paradoxically cause long-term rates, including mortgage rates, to rise, hurting the economy and exacerbating market nervousness. He emphasizes the need for fiscal sustainability. 1115-1130 John Batchelor 09-03 segment 10.mp3 Guest: Brett Arends of Market Watch. Addressing Bond Market Turmoil Brett Arends explains that the troubled bond market stems from unsustainable national debt and recent court rulings questioning President Trump's tariffs. He advises Donald Trump to support Federal Reserve independence, abandon attacks on Jerome Powell and Lisa Cook, and work with Congress on tariffs to ensure fiscal sustainability and calm market anxieties. Arends notes that gold's all-time high reflects a lack of market confidence.1130-1145 John Batchelor 09-03 segment 11.mp3 Guest: Bob Zimmerman who keeps the website Behind the Black. New Discoveries in Space and Planetary Science Bob Zimmerman highlights new solar research using the European Space Agency's Solar Orbiter probe, improving predictions of solar events that impact Earth's technology. He discusses the uniqueness of stars, Juice's Venus flyby en route to Jupiter, and Mars' chaotic mantle structure. Zimmermanemphasizes Mars' ample near-surface ice, making it attractive for colonization, and presents an exoplanet found in an accretion disc, challenging planetary formation theories.1145-1200 John Batchelor 09-03 segment 12.mp3 Guest: Bob Zimmerman who keeps the website Behind the Black. NASA Unionization and SpaceX Milestones Bob Zimmerman addresses the recent executive order by President Trumpeliminating unions at NASA and other agencies, arguing that government unions are inefficient and costly. He then praises SpaceX's achievements, including a Falcon 9 first stage completing its 30th flight—a new reuse record. Zimmerman notes SpaceX is significantly reducing launch costs and enabling new space technologies like Starlink, also mentioning the reuse of a Starship super heavy booster. FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 John Batchelor 09-03 segment 13.mp3 Guest: Simon Constable writing for The Wall Street Journal and other distinguished publications. European Politics, Commodities, and Digital Identity Debates Simon Constable reports on pleasant weather in the South of France and seasonal produce. He reviews commodity prices, noting gold's all-time high, coffee's surge, and orange juice's decline. Constable discusses political crises in France, with President Macronfacing a no-confidence vote, and the UK, where Keir Starmer struggles with spending cuts and migration. He advocates for digital national ID cards as the only reasonable solution to migration.1215-1230 : John Batchelor 09-03 segment 14.mp3 Guest: Simon Constable writing for The Wall Street Journal and other distinguished publications. The Rise of AI in Romance Simon Constable shares surprising polling data from the Kinsey Institute on romantic engagement with AI. He reveals that 16% of single adult Americans romantically interact with AI, with Gen Z being the most likely cohort at 33%. Furthermore, 44% of single Americans dating AI believe emotional support from an AI partner is superior to human support, highlighting a stark generational shift in romantic relationships.1230-1245 John Batchelor 09-03 segment 15.mp3 Guest: Janatyn Sayeh from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies. Iran's Nuclear Dilemma and Regional Threats Janatyn Sayeh discusses the looming snapback mechanism of the 2015 JCPOA, which could reinstate UN sanctions on Iran if it fails to comply with demands. Iran's non-compliance has its currency hitting new lows, yet Tehran threatens regional war and exiting the NPT if sanctions return. Sayeh notes Iran seeks rearmament, primarily from China, with Belarus and North Korea acting as potential intermediaries for Russian weapons.1245-100 AM John Batchelor 09-03 segment 16.mp3 Guest: Ivana Stradner from the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies. Autocracy and Protests in the Western Balkans Ivana Stradner reports on mass protests in Belgrade demanding snap elections following a fatal accident and criticizing President Alexander Vučić's autocratic regime, which she likens to "Belarus 2.0". Vučić is accused of corruption and suppressing free media, while fostering close military and economic ties with China and Russia to maintain power and "blackmail" the West. Stradner expresses concern over the repression against Serbian people.
Wealth fades. Legacy endures when it's rooted in more than money. In this episode, Jerome Myers sits down with Charlie Garcia, a West Point graduate, decorated combat veteran, entrepreneur, and managing member of R360, one of the world's most exclusive communities of ultra-successful families. Charlie introduces the F.I.S.H.E.S. Framework (Financial, Intellectual, Social, Human, Emotional, and Spiritual capital), a guide for shaping a legacy that goes beyond accumulation into alignment and impact. From his military discipline to global philanthropy and the creation of R360, Charlie reveals why true wealth is measured not in what you keep, but in what you give, nurture, and leave behind. Tune in now to learn how to move from business owner to Legacy Builder. [00:00 – 12:00] Introducing Charlie Garcia & the F.I.S.H.E.S. Framework Charlie's journey from military service to entrepreneurship and leadership at R360 The six forms of capital that shape a flourishing life Why legacy is about alignment, not accumulation [12:01 – 24:00] Writing, Speaking, and the Power of Ideas Charlie's upcoming book and the role of storytelling in shaping culture MarketWatch column “Charlie Garcia's Market Sense” and his satirical approach to finance How humor and honesty open deeper conversations about wealth and meaning [24:01 – 36:00] R360: The World's Most Exclusive Legacy Community What sets R360 apart, and why even billionaires get turned down Designing 100-year family plans across financial, emotional, and spiritual dimensions Preparing the next generation through the Rising Leader Program [36:01 – 48:00] Purpose, Resilience, and the Next Mountain How members reinvent themselves after business exits Using entrepreneurial skills for philanthropy and global impact Why purpose, not profit, fuels the next chapter [48:01 – End] Faith, Mentorship, and Building a Force for Good Charlie's perspective on Matthew 25:14 and God-given purpose Mentorship, coaching, and accountability as keys to growth Inspiring stories of resilience and possibility Key Quotes: “Legacy is not about accumulation, but alignment.” – Charlie Garcia “Everybody comes with a unique gift they can use to help others.” – Charlie Garcia Connect with Charlie! LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/charlespgarcia Website: http://R360Global.com Ready for your next chapter? Start Your Assessment Now
Brad Evans & Ryan Horvat discuss whether or not fantasy drafts should buy or sell WRs this weekend!
New episodes return in September! In this final encore episode for the month of August, you'll hear part two of a special crossover series with The Divorce and Beyond Podcast. This episode picks up where my conversation with Susan Guthrie left off: how to have the most difficult conversation of your life: “I want a divorce.” To hear the first part of our conversation, be sure to visit Susan's website to listen. Throughout this episode, we talk about what happens after “the talk,”- everything from building your divorce team to understanding your options for mediation or litigation. Susan brings decades of experience and grounded wisdom to this conversation, making it a must-listen if you're preparing for what comes next. What you'll hear about in this episode: Why January is notoriously dubbed “divorce month” The first thing you should do after you share with your spouse that you want a divorce The biggest fallacy in the divorce process How to find the best path forward towards mediation Some approaches to divorce mediation and how to build a mediation team. A reasonable expectation of a timeline for your divorce. Learn more about Susan Guthrie: Susan Guthrie, nationally recognized as one of the Top Family Law and Mediation Attorneys in the country, has been helping individuals and families navigate separation and divorce for 30 years. Susan provides online divorce mediation and legal coaching services to select clients around the world. As a leading dispute resolution professional, Susan is honored to serve on the Executive Council of the American Bar Association's (ABA) Section of Dispute Resolution as the Membership Officer and to be a Co-Chair of the Mediation Committee. After a year and half of co-hosting the award-winning podcast, Breaking Free: A Modern Divorce Podcast, which reached over 3 million listeners, Susan recently launched her fresh and inspiring new podcast, The Divorce and Beyond Podcast with Susan Guthrie, Esq. which debuted on iTunes “Top Podcasts” List for self-help podcasts. Divorce & Beyond is focused on pulling back the curtain on the mysteries of the divorce process and bringing tips and resources to help people to thrive and shine in their new future beyond divorce. Susan has been featured in and on media outlets such as CNBC, Market Watch, News Nation, Forbes, the ABA's Just Resolutions Magazine, Thrive Global, Medium, and many more. She is licensed to practice law in the States of California and Connecticut as well as before the Supreme Court of the United States. Resources & Links: Divorce RoadmapFocused Strategy Sessions with Kate The Divorce Survival Guide Resource BundlePhoenix Rising: A Divorce Empowerment CollectiveKate on Instagram @kateanthony_divorcecoachKate on FacebookThe D Word: Making the Ultimate Decision About Your Marriage Susan's website Susan on Instagram The Divorce and Beyond Podcast: WE NEED TO TALK: How to Have the Most Difficult Conversation of Your Life with Kate Anthony =================== DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL OR PSYCHOLOGICAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY, COACH, OR THERAPIST IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN ADVICE WITH RESPECT TO ANY PARTICULAR ISSUE OR PROBLEM. Episode link: https://kateanthony.com/podcast/encore-episode-after-the-talk-how-to-prepare-for-your-divorce-with-susan-guthrie-esq/
More Americans in their 50s, 60s, and beyond are starting businesses than ever before—but they're also facing new, mounting challenges. In this episode of Friends Talk Money, we unpack what's fueling this surge in encore entrepreneurship and how recent policy shifts—especially cuts to the Small Business Administration (SBA) and new trade barriers—are making it harder for older founders to succeed. Special guest Hedy Ratner, co-founder of the Women's Business Development Center, joins us to discuss how older entrepreneurs, particularly women and minorities, are being affected. We cover: Why older Americans are launching businesses in record numbers How Trump-era policy changes are shrinking access to critical SBA support Why tariffs and trade policy shifts are squeezing small business margins What this means for women-, minority-, and veteran-owned businesses What encore entrepreneurs need to do now to protect and grow their ventures If you're starting or running a small business later in life, you'll want to hear what's changing—and what resources are still out there to help you thrive. Links: Women's Business Development Center (WBDC) SCORE Small Business Administration (SBA) Most boomers and Gen X-ers are terrified about running out of money in retirement — even if they're already retired (Marketwatch)
This week's episode, David Millili and Steve Carran sit down with Stacy Warner, Executive Vice President at Eat.Drink.Sleep., the boutique hospitality group known for concept-driven hotels, restaurants, and bars that blend standout design with unforgettable guest experiences. Stacy shares her journey from a small town in Massachusetts to shaping some of California's most creative hospitality projects, including the iconic Tower 23 Hotel. She talks about her People First philosophy, why she believes independent hotels offer the best growth opportunities, and how Eat.Drink.Sleep. balances design ambition with operational excellence through their in-house creative studio.From navigating unique project challenges (like renovating a hotel on Catalina Island) to leading teams in an era of shifting workplace expectations, Stacy offers candid insights into what it takes to create spaces where both guests and employees thrive.You'll also hear her take on:The difference between “boutique” and “independent” hotelsHow guest expectations are evolving (and how they're not)Why investing in communication tech is shaping the future of hospitalityTips for retaining top talent in a competitive marketWatch the FULL EPISODE on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OWqEJJwAglI Join the conversation on today's episode on The Modern Hotelier LinkedIn pageThe Modern Hotelier is produced, edited, and published by Make More MediaLinks:Stacy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacy-warner-4369406/Eat.Drink.Sleep (EDS) Hospitality Group: https://eatdrinkandsleep.net/For full show notes head to: https://themodernhotelier.com/episode/200Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-...Connect with Steve and David:Steve: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E...David: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mil.
In this section of The Transfer Show, Dave and Trev widen the lens to Europe and Saudi Arabia. They discuss Harvey Elliott's place in the continental merry-go-round, Roma's moves, Bayern Munich's transfer business, and the continued impact of the Saudi Pro League's financial power on global football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Join Constance and her special guest Omar L. Harris. Omar is an American business leader, executive coach, and bestselling author, for his innovative approaches to leadership and organizational culture. He has been seen on ABC, CBS, FOX, CNN, MSNBC, ahoo Finance and Market Watch. Oman defines Servant Leadership, 4 Keys in Leading change and The Power of The Pivot – How to Pivot both personally and professionally. He also shares how to develop high performing teams with Work-Ethic, Heart, Optimism and Maturity. https://www.loaradionetwork.com/constance-arnold
At the beginning of the year, countless money managers and pundits reacted to tariffs, advising investors to shift funds from large U.S. companies into cash and other “safer” investments. This is just market timing, and most investors don't realize that the firm they are investing in is doing this without their permission. Paul covers why you need to read the disclosures of your managers, because if not, you will get sucked into market timing and your portfolio will underperform the benchmark. Later in the episode, Paul shares a MarketWatch article about FED rates and homeownership. Want to cut through the myths about retirement income and learn evidence-based strategies backed by over a century of data? Download our free Retirement Income Guide now at paulwinkler.com/relax and take the stress out of planning your retirement.
The final episode of the month will not disappoint! This week on That Entrepreneur Show, we're pulling back the curtain on the often-confusing world of marketing partnerships! We're thrilled to host Behdad Jamshidi, CEO of CJAM - The Marketing Connector, a truly unique and successful business. Bee founded CJAM after realizing a critical gap: most companies don't know how to evaluate marketing agencies or properly assess their own needs.In just six years, Bee has personally vetted over 1,000 marketing agencies, narrowing them down to 100+ preferred partners across every niche. He's since become the ultimate matchmaker, successfully pairing hundreds of businesses with the perfect agencies for their unique needs. His diverse background, spanning marketing, engineering, consulting, leadership, sales, and strategy, has made him the indispensable conduit between business owners and the marketing teams designed to fuel their success.Featured in MarketWatch, Bloomberg, and the Financial Post, Bee brings a wealth of knowledge. In this episode, he'll share the biggest lessons learned from his career at CJAM, including crucial insights from working with countless agencies. We'll also explore his journey for that defining moment – perhaps a failure or an unexpected opportunity – that changed everything. Finally, Bee will reveal what he believes is something about running a company that most people simply don't realize. If you've ever struggled to find the right marketing partner, or want a candid look behind the scenes of an innovative business, this is an episode you won't want to miss!Support the showThank you for tuning in! Be sure to subscribe to stay current with our episodes. We want to feature you! Let us know about an episode you love by emailing PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com Want the episode freebie or have a question for our guest or Vincent? Interested in becoming a guest or show partner? Email us.Show Partners:Coming Alive Podcast Production: www.comingalivepodcastproduction.comJohn Ford's Empathy Card Set and App: https://www.empathyset.com/ Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.
Are you prepared to protect your wealth from unexpected lawsuits? In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene speaks with Blake Harris, Founding Principal at Blake Harris Law and an expert in offshore asset protection. He shares essential insights into protecting your wealth through strategic planning. With ten years of experience and a proven track record of establishing thousands of offshore trusts, Blake offers practical advice to business owners, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals seeking to safeguard their assets. He explains why an offshore asset protection trust isn't just for the super-rich and how even those with $1 million in assets can benefit from this approach. Key Takeaways: → The importance of setting up an offshore asset protection plan. → Clarifying the misconception that asset protection is only for the ultra-wealthy. → Why taxes remain unaffected by offshore trusts, and how to stay compliant with the IRS. → How to create the proper legal foundation for a successful offshore trust. → The future of asset protection in a changing legal and financial landscape. Blake Harris is the founding principal at Blake Harris Law, specializing in offshore asset protection for clients worldwide. With a global network cultivated through travel to over 40 countries, Blake collaborates with trust companies, protectors, and bankers to provide tailored solutions for safeguarding wealth. An accomplished author and international speaker, he regularly educates professionals through legal education lectures on asset protection and offshore planning. Blake has appeared in major national publications, including Forbes, ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox News, and MarketWatch. He has built a significant social media following, with hundreds of thousands of followers. Before founding his law firm, Blake worked with one of America's top wealth management firms, advising high-net-worth clients on asset protection strategies. Recognized as a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers Magazine for five straight years, Blake is an AV®️ Preeminent™️ Attorney and actively participates in the American Bar Association and the Bars of Florida and Colorado. He lives in Miami Beach. Connect With Blake: Website X Facebook LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Interview recorded - 22nd of July, 2025On this episode of the WTFinance podcast I had the pleasure of welcoming back Jim Bianco. Jim is the is President and Macro Strategist at Bianco Research, L.L.C.During our conversation we spoke about Jim's outlook, the international companies paying tariffs, whether Trump can fire Powell, should Powell save the bond market, stable coins and more. I hope you enjoy. 0:00 - Introduction1:21 - Jim's outlook7:24 - International companies paying tariffs?10:03 - Product inflation vs service deflation12:35 - Immigration impact on inflation15:02 - Can Trump fire Powell?18:31 - Next FED Chair?20:45 - Should Powell address bond yields?28:43 - Step-up in deficits31:27 - Stablecoins36:25 - One message from conversation?Jim Bianco is President and Index Manager at Bianco Research Advisors. He is also the President of Bianco Research LLC. Since 1990, Jim's commentaries have offered a unique perspective on the global economy and financial markets. Unencumbered by the biases of traditional Wall Street research, Jim has built a decades long reputation for objective, incisive commentary that challenges consensus thinking.Jim appears regularly on CNBC, Bloomberg, and Fox Business, and is often featured in the Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg News, Grants Interest Rate Observer, and MarketWatch. Jim has a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Marquette University (1984) and an MBA from Fordham University (1989).Jim Bianco: Research: https://www.biancoresearch.com/visitor-home/ETF: https://www.biancoadvisors.com/X: https://twitter.com/intent/follow?screen_name=biancoresearch&tw_p=followbuttonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-bianco-117619152/WTFinance -YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@WTFinancepodcastTikTok - https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeUjj9xV/iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wtfinance/id1554934665?uo=4Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-fatseas-761066103/X- https://twitter.com/AnthonyFatseas
This week, NerdWallet's Sara Rathner makes a second appearance on the show to talk about the changes to the Chase Sapphire Reserve card. As one of the most prominent travel cards and the market, and one that Ross happens to personally use... this was of particular interest. Sara Rathner is a NerdWallet travel and credit cards expert. She has appeared on the “Today” show and CNBC's “Nightly Business Report,” and has been quoted in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, Yahoo Finance, Time, Reuters, NBC News, Business Insider and MarketWatch. Learn more about her work here: https://www.nerdwallet.com/author/sara-rathnerSend us a textSend your questions for upcoming show to checkyourbalances@outlook.com @checkyourbalances on Instagram
Amy is joined by Dr. Jay Zigmont to discuss his book, The Childfree Guide to Life and Money, and better understand patriarchy's impact on our wallets, how parenthood shapes our finances, and the challenges and advantages of veering off the standard life script by choosing a child-free lifestyle.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyJay Zigmont, PhD, MBA, CFP® is the Founder of Childfree Wealth, a life and financial planning firm dedicated to helping Childfree and Permanently Childless people. Childfree Wealth is the first (and currently the only) life and financial planning firm dedicated to serving Childfree people.Jay is also the author of the forthcoming book The Childfree Guide to Life and Money and the co-host of the Childfree Wealth podcast. His Ph.D. is in Adult Learning from the University of Connecticut. He has been featured in Fortune, Forbes, MarketWatch, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Business Insider, CNBC, and many other publications.