Podcasts about Middle class

On this week's episode of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words,” Hanson breaks down the party's post-2024 election autopsy and explains why they're doomed to fail if they continue on their trajectory. “ After the defeat of Kamala Harris in November 2024, the Democrats decided recently to run an autopsy, a discovery, so to speak, of why they lost that election. These autopsies are not uncommon for the losing political party, but they only tend to work if you're honest and you try to analyze every considerable factor or criterion without censorship or without fear. “ They didn't have issues and policies that reflected their core values, but would also appeal to the middle class. … They don't want to talk about the middle class because their policies—open borders, The Green New Deal, Critical Race Theory, Critical Legal Theory, defund the police—all that have to be rejected because they're anathema to the middle class. They won't do it.”

In this episode of Coin Stories, Natalie Brunell talks with Danielle DiMartino Booth, CEO of Chief Strategist of QI Research and former Fed advisor, breaking down what's really going on with the U.S. economy. Topics discussed: The "silent recession" crushing the Middle Class Why people earning $150k feel poor The truth about recent economy data points, tariff impacts and inflation Fiscal dominance vs monetary policy What will happen if the Fed lowers interest rates in September?  Has Danielle changed her perspective on Bitcoin? Danielle is the author of "FED UP: An Insider's Take on Why the Federal Reserve Is Bad for America." Subscribe to QI Research: https://quillintelligence.com. Follow Danielle DiMartino Booth on X at https://x.com/DiMartinoBooth  ---- Coin Stories is powered by Gemini. Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The Gemini Credit Card is issued by WebBank. See website for rates & fees. 10% back at golf courses is available until 9/30/2025 on up to $250 in spend per month. Learn more at https://www.gemini.com/natalie  ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com  ---- Ledn is the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $9 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Learn more at https://www.Ledn.io/natalie  ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Earn 2-4% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the orange Gemini Bitcoin credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie   Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie  Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world   Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie  For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/  Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=  Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie   Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto      ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

In Part 2 of Tom Bilyeu's epic conversation with Kevin O'Leary, the discussion escalates from global power struggles to the very heart of America's economic future. As the superpowers of the US and China face off, Tom and Kevin analyze the survival of the American dream—are freedom and entrepreneurship enough to keep America competitive in an era of inequality, populism, and ballooning debt? This half of the episode pulls back the curtain on political self-correction in democracy, the risk of America's debt cycle approaching collapse, the search for genuine economic growth, and the radical innovation that could save the day. If you want razor-sharp commentary on AI, the stability of the US dollar, and whether America can avoid a fiscal disaster, don't miss this eye-opening dialogue. SHOWNOTES20:03 – Can Xi and Trump Find Resolution or Disaster?23:57 – The Thucydides Trap & America vs China Cold War25:28 – Why America Still Attracts Human Capital27:02 – Can Democracy Continue to Win?29:04 – Will American Youth Abandon Capitalism?31:01 – Political Populism and the Cycle of Self-Correction33:31 – What Turns Socialists into Capitalists34:16 – The Debt Cycle and the Danger of Collapse36:14 – The Dissolving Middle Class and Extreme Inequality40:28 – Can America Still Out-Innovate the World?43:20 – Unlocking Growth: Will the Bond Market Crack?45:30 – The Rise of Stablecoins and Dollar Dominance50:04 – Why the World Still Trusts the US Treasury51:46 – Kevin's Final Argument: Finance, Innovation, and America's Future FOLLOW KEVIN O'LEARYInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinolearytv/Twitter: https://twitter.com/kevinolearytvYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kevinolearytv SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code IMPACT at check out SKIMS: Shop SKIMS Mens at ⁠https://www.skims.com/impact⁠ #skimspartner Allio Capital: Macro investing for people who want to understand the big picture. Download their app in the App Store or at Google Play, or text my name “TOM” to 511511. SleepMe: Visit ⁠https://sleep.me/impact⁠ to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code IMPACT. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping. Jerry: Stop needlessly overpaying for car insurance - download the Jerry app or head to ⁠https://jerry.ai/impact⁠ Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at ⁠https://shopify.com/impact⁠ CashApp: Download Cash App Today: ⁠https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/v6nymgjl⁠ #CashAppPod iRestore: For a limited time only, our listeners are getting a HUGE discount on the iRestore Elite when you use code IMPACT at ⁠https://irestore.com/impact⁠ What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business:⁠⁠⁠ join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER⁠⁠⁠ SCALING a business:⁠⁠⁠ see if you qualify here.⁠⁠⁠ Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox:⁠⁠⁠ sign up here.⁠⁠⁠ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast,⁠⁠⁠ Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook⁠⁠⁠ —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠⁠⁠ apple.co/impacttheory⁠⁠⁠ ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/⁠⁠⁠ Tik Tok:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en⁠⁠⁠ Twitter:⁠⁠⁠ https://twitter.com/tombilyeu⁠⁠⁠ YouTube:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this powerhouse episode of Impact Theory, Tom Bilyeu sits down with the legendary investor and entrepreneur Kevin O'Leary, famously known as “Mr. Wonderful” from Shark Tank. With his trademark candor and economic insight, Kevin breaks down what's really happening with America's global negotiating power, the controversial tactics of Donald Trump, and how America's financial future hangs in the balance. Tom and Kevin take you behind the headlines to dissect America's true leverage in global trade, the economic chess match with China, and what investors should be watching for in the chaos of tariff wars and shifting alliances. This conversation is essential listening for anyone concerned about economic security, the future of US policy, and the policies shaping markets worldwide. Get ready for an unfiltered perspective on tariffs, taxation, and the fate of American innovation. SHOWNOTES00:00 – America's Precarious Position & Global Leverage01:05 – Are Tariffs Hurting or Helping? Trump's Negotiating Style03:00 – How Value Added Taxes Shape Trade Deals04:18 – Political Chaos vs Policy Outcomes06:53 – Investor Mindset in Uncertain Times08:35 – What Would Ring Kevin's Alarm Bells?11:01 – China: The Real Economic Battleground13:08 – How China Rose by Ignoring the Rules16:28 – TikTok, Nvidia, and the Next Phase of US–China Relations19:33 – America Gets “Screwed” One Innovation at a Time FOLLOW KEVIN O'LEARYInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinolearytv/Twitter: https://twitter.com/kevinolearytvYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kevinolearytv SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code IMPACT at check out SKIMS: Shop SKIMS Mens at ⁠https://www.skims.com/impact⁠ #skimspartner Allio Capital: Macro investing for people who want to understand the big picture. Download their app in the App Store or at Google Play, or text my name “TOM” to 511511. SleepMe: Visit ⁠https://sleep.me/impact⁠ to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code IMPACT. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping. Jerry: Stop needlessly overpaying for car insurance - download the Jerry app or head to ⁠https://jerry.ai/impact⁠ Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at ⁠https://shopify.com/impact⁠ CashApp: Download Cash App Today: ⁠https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/v6nymgjl⁠ #CashAppPod iRestore: For a limited time only, our listeners are getting a HUGE discount on the iRestore Elite when you use code IMPACT at ⁠https://irestore.com/impact⁠ What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business:⁠⁠⁠ join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER⁠⁠⁠ SCALING a business:⁠⁠⁠ see if you qualify here.⁠⁠⁠ Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox:⁠⁠⁠ sign up here.⁠⁠⁠ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast,⁠⁠⁠ Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook⁠⁠⁠ —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠⁠⁠ apple.co/impacttheory⁠⁠⁠ ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/⁠⁠⁠ Tik Tok:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en⁠⁠⁠ Twitter:⁠⁠⁠ https://twitter.com/tombilyeu⁠⁠⁠ YouTube:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, we're diving deep into one of the most controversial and complex issues of our time: wealth inequality and the fierce debate around taxing the rich. Hashtags like “EatTheRich” have taken over social media, and public figures are demanding that billionaires pay their “fair share.” But what do the numbers actually say—are the wealthy really freeloading, or are we missing the bigger picture? Tom unpacks the realities behind the statistics, breaking down who really funds the government, why taxing the rich might not be the solution people think it is, and the powerful psychological forces driving resentment and populism. Along the way, he traces the real culprits behind the shrinking middle class—from runaway inflation and globalization to misguided regulations. If you've ever wondered whether simply taxing billionaires could fix our economic system, or why history shows that punitive tax policies often backfire, this episode will leave you questioning common wisdom and craving real solutions. Get ready for a data-driven, myth-busting journey that reveals both the causes of inequality and what needs to happen for genuine progress. Let's jump in! SHOWNOTES 00:00 "Tax Burden Disparities in Income" 06:48 Revolutionary Violence and Its Consequences 09:15 Gini Coefficient: Measuring Inequality 11:00 Psychological Traps Worsen Wealth Gap 14:14 "Envy Drives Taxing the Rich" 19:52 Middle Class Squeeze by Globalization 22:52 Wealthy Flee UK: Tax Policy Shift 25:47 US Wealth Attraction and Tax Risks 30:31 "Globalization's Impact on Labor Wages" 34:13 "Reducing Regulations Boosts Economic Growth" 35:20 Economic Strategy for U.S. Competitiveness 39:20 "Solutions Over Scapegoats" SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code IMPACT at check out SKIMS: Shop SKIMS Mens at https://www.skims.com/impact #skimspartner Allio Capital: Macro investing for people who want to understand the big picture. Download their app in the App Store or at Google Play, or text my name “TOM” to 511511. SleepMe: Visit https://sleep.me/impact to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code IMPACT. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping. Jerry: Stop needlessly overpaying for car insurance - download the Jerry app or head to https://jerry.ai/impact Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact CashApp: Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/v6nymgjl #CashAppPod iRestore: For a limited time only, our listeners are getting a HUGE discount on the iRestore Elite when you use code IMPACT at https://irestore.com/impact What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business:⁠⁠ join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER⁠⁠ SCALING a business:⁠⁠ see if you qualify here.⁠⁠ Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox:⁠⁠ sign up here.⁠⁠ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast,⁠⁠ Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook⁠⁠ —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠⁠ apple.co/impacttheory⁠⁠ ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/⁠⁠ Tik Tok:⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en⁠⁠ Twitter:⁠⁠ https://twitter.com/tombilyeu⁠⁠ YouTube:⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Would you walk away from millions to help others master their money—and their mindset? That's exactly what Derrick Kinney did. After building a massively successful financial advisory firm, Derrick realized he wanted more than wealth—he wanted to make an impact. In this empowering episode of The Root of All Success, host Jason Duncan talks with the bestselling author of Good Money Revolution about the deeper purpose behind wealth and how to use money as a force for good. Derrick unpacks how anyone—no matter their income level—can shift from scarcity to generosity and build a life that's profitable and purposeful.

In this episode of Crazy Wisdom, host Stewart Alsop speaks with Ryan Estes about the intersections of podcasting, AI, ancient philosophy, and the shifting boundaries of consciousness and technology. Their conversation spans topics like the evolution of language, the impact of AI on human experience, the role of sensory interfaces, the tension between scientism and spiritual insight, and how future technologies might reshape power structures and daily life. Ryan also shares thoughts on data ownership, the illusion of modern VR, and the historical suppression of mystical knowledge. Listeners can connect with Ryan on LinkedIn and check out his podcast at AIforFounders.co.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversationTimestamps00:00 – Stewart Alsop and Ryan Estes open with thoughts on podcasting, conversation as primal instinct, and the richness of voice communication.05:00 – Language and consciousness, bicameral mind theory, early religion, and auditory hallucinations.10:00 – AI, cognitive ergonomics, interfacing with tech, new modes of communication, and speculative consciousness.15:00 – Scientism, projections, and authenticity; ownership of hardware, software, and data.20:00 – Tech oligarchs, Apple, Google, OpenAI, and privacy trade-offs.25:00 – VR, escapism, illusion vs. reality, Buddhist and Gnostic parallels.30:00 – Magic, Neoplatonism, Copernicus, alchemy, and suppressed knowledge.35:00 – Oligarchy, the fragile middle class, democracy's design, and authority temptation.40:00 – AGI, economic shifts, creative labor, vibe coding, and optimism about future work.45:00 – Podcasting's future, amateur charm, content creation tools, TikTok promotion.Key InsightsConversation is a foundational human instinct that transcends digital noise and brings people together in a meaningful way. Ryan Estes reflects on how podcasting revives the richness of dialogue, countering the flattening effects of modern communication platforms.The evolution of language might have sparked consciousness itself. Drawing on theories like the bicameral mind, Estes explores how early humans may have experienced internal commands as divine voices, illustrating a deep link between communication, cognition, and early religious structures.AI is not just a tool but a bridge to new kinds of consciousness. With developments in cognitive ergonomics and responsive interfaces, Estes imagines a future where subconscious cues might influence technology directly, reshaping how we interact with our environment and each other.Ownership of software, hardware, and data is emerging as a critical issue. Estes emphasizes that to avoid dystopian outcomes—such as corporate control via neural interfaces—individuals must reclaim the stack, potentially profiting from their own data and customizing their tech experiences.Virtual reality and AI-generated environments risk becoming addictive escapes, particularly for marginalized populations. Estes likens this to a digital opiate, drawing parallels to spiritual ideas about illusion and cautioning against losing ourselves in these seductive constructs.The suppression of mystical traditions—like Gnosticism, Neoplatonism, and indigenous knowledge—has led to vast cultural amnesia. Estes underscores how historical power structures systematically erased insights that modern AI might help rediscover or recontextualize.Despite the turbulence, AI and AGI offer a radically optimistic future. Estes sees the potential for a 10x productivity boost and entirely new forms of work, creativity, and leisure, reshaping what it means to be economically and spiritually fulfilled in a post-knowledge age.

The A.M. Update Week in Review highlights key moments from the week. Malcolm Gladwell's Wall Street Journal talk argues driverless cars, tested with Waymo in Phoenix, are too safe, incentivizing pedestrian misbehavior like kids playing soccer on streets, potentially causing urban gridlock. A discussion with Dr. Beisner reframes the global warming debate as not about human contribution (which he concedes is negligible) but about whether Earth exists for human flourishing or vice versa, questioning if conceding human impact is strategic. Tucker Carlson's Turning Point USA speech critiques conservatives for focusing on minor victories like gender in sports while ignoring bigger issues like drugs and economic decline, linking moral and middle-class decay. Richard Nixon's In the Arena excerpt on 1960s education dysfunction parallels today's societal challenges, emphasizing education as a linchpin. The Trump administration earns a B+/A grade, marred by slow DOJ/FBI action on accountability, despite strong immigration and military recruitment gains. A poll shows 70.3% give Trump a “pass,” with critiques on Epstein files and Syria policy.   Malcolm Gladwell, driverless cars, Waymo, pedestrian behavior, global warming, Dr. Beisner, human flourishing, Tucker Carlson, Turning Point USA, moral decay, middle class, Richard Nixon, education dysfunction, Trump administration, DOJ accountability, Epstein files

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After President Trump's eventful and rare visit to the Federal Reserve building with Fed Chair Powell, OMB Director Russell Vought discusses the building's renovations and the President's concerns about the central bank's budget management. Vought visited the construction site alongside the President, and shares his hope that the project finishes quickly. Rep. Tom Suozzi (D-NY) is aiming to redistribute corporate wealth through his SHARE Plan Act. Rep. Suozzi explains his plan to rebuild the middle class with stock ownership. Plus, the FCC has approved Paramount's merger with Skydance, and President Trump signed an executive order to limit money's influence in college sports.  Russ Vought - 14:32Rep. Tom Suozzi - 29:05 In this episode:Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

On Arno Mayer's "The Lower Middle Class as Historical Problem". We kick off the third block of the 2024/25 Reading Club, which is dedicated to the question of the middle class: The abatement of class struggle between workers and owners has shone a light on the role of the middle classes. Beyond the resurgence of the debate around the much-maligned professional-managerial class (PMC), what is the true role of the middle class in politics and society? Who rules today – and how would we go about answering that question? In this episode we discuss: Is the lower middle class still the main recipient/consumer of popular culture? Is the condition of the lower middle class in fact universalised across society today? Is the lower middle class a "classless class"? Is this class united or in fact divided? Is is the main site of political contestation today? Of culture wars? For access, subscribe at patreon.com/bungacast Links: The Lower Middle Class as Historical Problem, Arno Mayer Regime Crisis: The Persistence of Arno J. Mayer, Verso Books blog

In the financial chaos of the last few decades, increasing wealth inequality has shaken people's expectations about middle-class stability. At the same time, demographers have predicted the "browning" of the nation's middle class--once considered a de facto "white" category--over the next twenty years as the country becomes increasingly racially diverse. In this book, Joseph O. Jewell takes us back to the turn of the twentieth century to show how evidence of middle-class mobility among Black, Mexican American, and Chinese men generated both new anxieties and varieties of backlash among white populations.Blending cultural history and historical sociology, Jewell chronicles the continually evolving narratives that linked whiteness with middle-class mobility and middle-class manhood. In doing so, Jewell addresses a key issue in the historical sociology of race: how racialized groups demarcate, defend, and alter social positions in overlapping hierarchies of race, class, and gender. New racist narratives about non-white men occupying middle-class occupations emerged in cities across the nation at the turn of the century. These stories helped to shore up white supremacy in the face of far-reaching changes to the nation's racialized economic order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-american-studies

In the financial chaos of the last few decades, increasing wealth inequality has shaken people's expectations about middle-class stability. At the same time, demographers have predicted the "browning" of the nation's middle class--once considered a de facto "white" category--over the next twenty years as the country becomes increasingly racially diverse. In this book, Joseph O. Jewell takes us back to the turn of the twentieth century to show how evidence of middle-class mobility among Black, Mexican American, and Chinese men generated both new anxieties and varieties of backlash among white populations.Blending cultural history and historical sociology, Jewell chronicles the continually evolving narratives that linked whiteness with middle-class mobility and middle-class manhood. In doing so, Jewell addresses a key issue in the historical sociology of race: how racialized groups demarcate, defend, and alter social positions in overlapping hierarchies of race, class, and gender. New racist narratives about non-white men occupying middle-class occupations emerged in cities across the nation at the turn of the century. These stories helped to shore up white supremacy in the face of far-reaching changes to the nation's racialized economic order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/latino-studies

In the financial chaos of the last few decades, increasing wealth inequality has shaken people's expectations about middle-class stability. At the same time, demographers have predicted the "browning" of the nation's middle class--once considered a de facto "white" category--over the next twenty years as the country becomes increasingly racially diverse. In this book, Joseph O. Jewell takes us back to the turn of the twentieth century to show how evidence of middle-class mobility among Black, Mexican American, and Chinese men generated both new anxieties and varieties of backlash among white populations.Blending cultural history and historical sociology, Jewell chronicles the continually evolving narratives that linked whiteness with middle-class mobility and middle-class manhood. In doing so, Jewell addresses a key issue in the historical sociology of race: how racialized groups demarcate, defend, and alter social positions in overlapping hierarchies of race, class, and gender. New racist narratives about non-white men occupying middle-class occupations emerged in cities across the nation at the turn of the century. These stories helped to shore up white supremacy in the face of far-reaching changes to the nation's racialized economic order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In the financial chaos of the last few decades, increasing wealth inequality has shaken people's expectations about middle-class stability. At the same time, demographers have predicted the "browning" of the nation's middle class--once considered a de facto "white" category--over the next twenty years as the country becomes increasingly racially diverse. In this book, Joseph O. Jewell takes us back to the turn of the twentieth century to show how evidence of middle-class mobility among Black, Mexican American, and Chinese men generated both new anxieties and varieties of backlash among white populations.Blending cultural history and historical sociology, Jewell chronicles the continually evolving narratives that linked whiteness with middle-class mobility and middle-class manhood. In doing so, Jewell addresses a key issue in the historical sociology of race: how racialized groups demarcate, defend, and alter social positions in overlapping hierarchies of race, class, and gender. New racist narratives about non-white men occupying middle-class occupations emerged in cities across the nation at the turn of the century. These stories helped to shore up white supremacy in the face of far-reaching changes to the nation's racialized economic order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/asian-american-studies

In the financial chaos of the last few decades, increasing wealth inequality has shaken people's expectations about middle-class stability. At the same time, demographers have predicted the "browning" of the nation's middle class--once considered a de facto "white" category--over the next twenty years as the country becomes increasingly racially diverse. In this book, Joseph O. Jewell takes us back to the turn of the twentieth century to show how evidence of middle-class mobility among Black, Mexican American, and Chinese men generated both new anxieties and varieties of backlash among white populations.Blending cultural history and historical sociology, Jewell chronicles the continually evolving narratives that linked whiteness with middle-class mobility and middle-class manhood. In doing so, Jewell addresses a key issue in the historical sociology of race: how racialized groups demarcate, defend, and alter social positions in overlapping hierarchies of race, class, and gender. New racist narratives about non-white men occupying middle-class occupations emerged in cities across the nation at the turn of the century. These stories helped to shore up white supremacy in the face of far-reaching changes to the nation's racialized economic order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/gender-studies

Vince goes over new polling numbers for the president and asks what is driving them? How much has the buying power of the middle class declined or has it? Review of recent celebrity deaths.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the financial chaos of the last few decades, increasing wealth inequality has shaken people's expectations about middle-class stability. At the same time, demographers have predicted the "browning" of the nation's middle class--once considered a de facto "white" category--over the next twenty years as the country becomes increasingly racially diverse. In this book, Joseph O. Jewell takes us back to the turn of the twentieth century to show how evidence of middle-class mobility among Black, Mexican American, and Chinese men generated both new anxieties and varieties of backlash among white populations.Blending cultural history and historical sociology, Jewell chronicles the continually evolving narratives that linked whiteness with middle-class mobility and middle-class manhood. In doing so, Jewell addresses a key issue in the historical sociology of race: how racialized groups demarcate, defend, and alter social positions in overlapping hierarchies of race, class, and gender. New racist narratives about non-white men occupying middle-class occupations emerged in cities across the nation at the turn of the century. These stories helped to shore up white supremacy in the face of far-reaching changes to the nation's racialized economic order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sociology

In the financial chaos of the last few decades, increasing wealth inequality has shaken people's expectations about middle-class stability. At the same time, demographers have predicted the "browning" of the nation's middle class--once considered a de facto "white" category--over the next twenty years as the country becomes increasingly racially diverse. In this book, Joseph O. Jewell takes us back to the turn of the twentieth century to show how evidence of middle-class mobility among Black, Mexican American, and Chinese men generated both new anxieties and varieties of backlash among white populations.Blending cultural history and historical sociology, Jewell chronicles the continually evolving narratives that linked whiteness with middle-class mobility and middle-class manhood. In doing so, Jewell addresses a key issue in the historical sociology of race: how racialized groups demarcate, defend, and alter social positions in overlapping hierarchies of race, class, and gender. New racist narratives about non-white men occupying middle-class occupations emerged in cities across the nation at the turn of the century. These stories helped to shore up white supremacy in the face of far-reaching changes to the nation's racialized economic order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

In the financial chaos of the last few decades, increasing wealth inequality has shaken people's expectations about middle-class stability. At the same time, demographers have predicted the "browning" of the nation's middle class--once considered a de facto "white" category--over the next twenty years as the country becomes increasingly racially diverse. In this book, Joseph O. Jewell takes us back to the turn of the twentieth century to show how evidence of middle-class mobility among Black, Mexican American, and Chinese men generated both new anxieties and varieties of backlash among white populations.Blending cultural history and historical sociology, Jewell chronicles the continually evolving narratives that linked whiteness with middle-class mobility and middle-class manhood. In doing so, Jewell addresses a key issue in the historical sociology of race: how racialized groups demarcate, defend, and alter social positions in overlapping hierarchies of race, class, and gender. New racist narratives about non-white men occupying middle-class occupations emerged in cities across the nation at the turn of the century. These stories helped to shore up white supremacy in the face of far-reaching changes to the nation's racialized economic order.

On episode 422 of Animal Spirits, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Michael Batnick⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ben Carlson⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ discuss: why stock market returns can't be 15% per year forever, putting the Mag 7 into context, small caps are cheap, retail runs the show now, Opendoor is the new meme stock, investing is easy, owning 50% of a single stock in your Roth IRA, explaining Bitcoin, the Midwest real estate boom, losing your iPhone and more! This episode is sponsored by Vanguard and YCharts Learn more about Vanguard at: https://vgi.vg/3GbOsYM Click the link, https://go.ycharts.com/one-big-beautiful-bill-act?utm_source=Animal_Spirits&utm_medium=Original_Research&utm_campaign=OBBBA_Deck&utm_content=Podcast to download the deck for free, and get 20% off your initial YCharts Professional subscription when you start your free YCharts trial through Animal Spirits (new customers only) Sign up for The Compound newsletter and never miss out: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thecompoundnews.com/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find complete show notes on our blogs: Ben Carlson's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A Wealth of Common Sense⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Michael Batnick's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Irrelevant Investor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Feel free to shoot us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠animalspirits@thecompoundnews.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with any feedback, questions, recommendations, or ideas for future topics of conversation.   Investing involves the risk of loss. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be or regarded as personalized investment advice or relied upon for investment decisions. Michael Batnick and Ben Carlson are employees of Ritholtz Wealth Management and may maintain positions in the securities discussed in this video. All opinions expressed by them are solely their own opinion and do not reflect the opinion of Ritholtz Wealth Management. The Compound Media, Incorporated, an affiliate of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ritholtz Wealth Management⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, receives payment from various entities for advertisements in affiliated podcasts, blogs and emails. Inclusion of such advertisements does not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship or recommendation thereof, or any affiliation therewith, by the Content Creator or by Ritholtz Wealth Management or any of its employees. For additional advertisement disclaimers see here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ritholtzwealth.com/advertising-disclaimers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Investments in securities involve the risk of loss. Any mention of a particular security and related performance data is not a recommendation to buy or sell that security. The information provided on this website (including any information that may be accessed through this website) is not directed at any investor or category of investors and is provided solely as general information. Obviously nothing on this channel should be considered as personalized financial advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any securities. See our disclosures here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ritholtzwealth.com/podcast-youtube-disclosures/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, host Roger Knecht interviews David Neagle, a mindset expert, on how accounting professionals can adopt a successful mindset to grow their businesses. Nagel shares his personal journey, emphasizing the importance of sales, delegation, and focusing on strengths to achieve financial freedom and build a thriving company. Key Takeaways:

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Is the creator dream a lie?With over 50% of creators earning less than $15,000 a year, the creator economy's monetization gap is wider than ever.In this episode, Josh and Lauren explore the harsh realities of creator earnings revealed in a new NeoReach study. They discuss the threshold that separates struggling creators from those who accelerate their earnings, why only 5% of creators make over $200k a year, and how factors like having representation or your own brand can triple your income.Also in this episode: Emmys Snub Creators... Again: Despite YouTube's "For Your Consideration" campaigns for creators like Hot Ones and Rhett & Link, the Television Academy came up with no nominations for them. Is old media officially irrelevant as YouTube commands TV screens? And, Roblox's IP Game-Changer: Roblox is launching a new initiative that allows creators to legally use major IP from franchises like Twilight, Saw, and Squid Games in their experiences and automatically share in the revenue. This move simplifies the historically nightmarish process of IP licensing.Holy S***: Jesus is trending on Shorts. Special guest Sam Gutelle of Tubefilter joins to break down the religious content surge. From AI slop channels where Jesus saves dogs to Brazilian pastors gaining millions of subscribers, they explore why moralistic and religious content is exploding.Finally, Uploads & Downloads: The hosts discuss YouTube's decision to replace the general Trending chart with micro-trend charts for niche communities , and a massive deal that will see Brazilian creator CazéTV broadcast the 2026 FIFA World Cup on his YouTube channel.00:00 Intro01:13 Why YouTubers Were Snubbed By The Emmys06:28 The Harsh Reality of Creator Earnings11:58 Roblox's Revolutionary IP Licensing19:16 Guest: Why God is Trending on YouTube (w/ Sam Gutelle)24:38 What is AI Slop?26:02 Upload: YouTube Replaces The Trending Page28:53 Upload: Creator Scores 2026 World Cup Rights30:22 OutroCreator Upload is your creator economy podcast, hosted by Lauren Schnipper and Joshua Cohen.Follow Lauren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schnipper/Follow Josh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuajcohen/Original music by London Bridge: https://www.instagram.com/londonbridgemusic/Edited and produced by Adam Conner: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamonbrand

Rogers for America with Lt. Steve Rogers – President Trump has talked about a Golden Age; he means it when he says it, that somewhere along the line, we will begin to reap the benefits of this legislation. He is promoting the return of manufacturing to the U.S., which I appreciate. It is encouraging to see support for American-made products...

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Leslie is joined by Scott Paul, President of the Alliance for American Manufacturing (AAM), a partnership established by some of America's leading manufacturers and the United Steelworkers union. The pair first discusses a new piece that Scott wrote for 'Industry Week' that finally puts to rest one of U.S. manufacturing naysayers' favorite lines: “Who wants to work in a factory anyway?” Next, they explore what progress has the Trump administration made on all of their attempted trade deals after the White House extended its reciprocal tariff pause to August 1st, with the hope of securing more deals. Third, Scott and Leslie explain why Americans should be pleased about a new 10-year end to 'the de minimis exemption,' a Customs loophole that Chinese e-commerce behemoths like Temu and DHGate had been exploiting. Fourth, Leslie asks Scott about an FTC letter sent on the same day Amazon launched its Prime Day sale this week, which called on the e-commerce giant (and Walmart) to put a stop to false “Made in USA” claims on its website. This comes after Amazon's marketplace has increasingly become a Wild West of products from third-party vendors as it seeks to emulate SHEIN and Temu.  Finally, both Leslie and Scott applauded Senator Elissa Slotkin for a recent speech she gave outlining her “Economic War Plan."  They also found this particular line from the speech very timely: "As a CIA officer and Pentagon official by training, I believe that the single, greatest security threat to the United States is *not* coming from abroad. It's the shrinking middle class here at home." Here is where you can find more of Scott and the AAM's work: WEBSITE: AmericanManufacturing.org YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@AmericanMfg (where you can watch episode's of AAM's podcast, "The Manufacturing Report") X: 1. AAM - @KeepItMadeInUSA  2. Scott Paul - @ScottPaulAAM BlueSky: @keepitmadeinusa.bsky.social

Leslie is joined by Scott Paul, President of the Alliance for American Manufacturing (AAM), a partnership established by some of America's leading manufacturers and the United Steelworkers union. The pair first discusses a new piece that Scott wrote for 'Industry Week' that finally puts to rest one of U.S. manufacturing naysayers' favorite lines: “Who wants to work in a factory anyway?” Next, they explore what progress has the Trump administration made on all of their attempted trade deals after the White House extended its reciprocal tariff pause to August 1st, with the hope of securing more deals. Third, Scott and Leslie explain why Americans should be pleased about a new 10-year end to 'the de minimis exemption,' a Customs loophole that Chinese e-commerce behemoths like Temu and DHGate had been exploiting. Fourth, Leslie asks Scott about an FTC letter sent on the same day Amazon launched its Prime Day sale this week, which called on the e-commerce giant (and Walmart) to put a stop to false “Made in USA” claims on its website. This comes after Amazon's marketplace has increasingly become a Wild West of products from third-party vendors as it seeks to emulate SHEIN and Temu.  Finally, both Leslie and Scott applauded Senator Elissa Slotkin for a recent speech she gave outlining her “Economic War Plan."  They also found this particular line from the speech very timely: "As a CIA officer and Pentagon official by training, I believe that the single, greatest security threat to the United States is *not* coming from abroad. It's the shrinking middle class here at home." Here is where you can find more of Scott and the AAM's work: WEBSITE: AmericanManufacturing.org YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@AmericanMfg (where you can watch episode's of AAM's podcast, "The Manufacturing Report") X: 1. AAM - @KeepItMadeInUSA  2. Scott Paul - @ScottPaulAAM BlueSky: @keepitmadeinusa.bsky.social

The middle class is collapsing—and staying still is no longer safe. In this episode of Conscious Finance, Billy Carson and Gven Sariol reveal what is really happening to the middle class and how to escape the squeeze to build a path to the upper class before it's too late. Your exit strategy starts here and now. #ConsciousFinance #MiddleClassCollapse #BillyCarson #GvenSariol #FinancialFreedom #WealthStrategy #4BiddenKnowledgeLearn more about ARCrypto and get your free consultation here - https://go.arcrypto.io/3Hd8h23Free Class on How to Become a Crypto Millionaire - https://go.arcrypto.io/3RbrZwNFollow Gven and ARCrypto on YouTube here - https://go.arcrypto.io/4j8o3ZGDisclaimer:This video is for educational purposes only, with an emphasis on self-education and financial literacy. Gven Sariol, Billy Carson, and any featured guests are not licensed financial advisors. The strategies, tools, and opinions shared are based on personal experience and are not intended as professional financial advice. Always do your own research. Investing involves risk, and past performance is not a guarantee of future results. Full disclaimer: https://www.arcrypto.io/arc-disclaimer/Invest in 4biddenknowledge. Buy your shares today! https://invest.4biddenknowledge.comGet the 4biddenknowledge TV app on your app store or visit: https://www.4biddenknowledge.tvTours:4bidden Tour Of Egypthttps://www.4biddenknowledge.com/4bidden-egypt-tour30 Day Free Trial Of 4biddenknowledge.TV 30 Day Free Trial On 4biddenknowledge.TVSupport the show

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On This Episode: Kay, DJLAB and Slick316 discussed the Snowpocalypse in Atlanta, the problems that snow causes in ATL, people emptying stores buying, Bread, Milk and eggs why? The LA fires, cause and destruction. Trump's election and Elon Musk becoming a de-facto President. How did we get to this era in society, where Billionaires and Millionaires have convinced the middle class to hate the poor!?

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In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, hosts Nate Thurston and Charles Meka Thompson bring you an exciting pre-4th of July discussion on a wide range of topics. From celebrating Nate's brother's birthday and discussing plans for Independence Day, the duo dives into their regular segment 'Dumb Bleep of the Week,' analyzing foolish statements and policies from the past week. They cover a variety of subjects including the controversial big beautiful bill vote, the shrinking middle class, and an extensive critique of political figures like Thomas Massie, Trump, and Elon Musk. The episode also highlights conversations around social housing, climate skepticism, and debates from within the Libertarian party. Join the fun and informative discussion as Nate and Charles prepare you for the long holiday weekend! (00:00) Introduction and Announcements (01:04) Dumb Bleep of the Week Overview (01:38) Discussion on the Big Beautiful Bill (04:39) Alligator Alcatraz and Immigration (10:20) Middle Class and Economic Threats (16:32) Zoran Momdani's Housing Proposals (21:32) Debate on Billionaires and Wealth (27:59) Elon Musk vs. Trump Feud (35:37) Senate vs. House Voting Thresholds (36:01) Government Spending and Borrowing (39:00) Thomas Massie and Political Misunderstandings (41:20) The Importance of Context in Politics (48:54) Libertarian Ideals and Criticisms (52:37) Healthcare Costs and Government Responsibility (58:04) Libertarian Party and Identity Politics   Links:   https://gml.bio.link/   YOUTUBE:   https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv   RUMBLE:   https://rumble.com/c/GML   Check out Martens Minute!   https://martensminute.podbean.com/   Follow Josh Martens on X:   https://twitter.com/joshmartens13   CB Distillery 25% off with promo code GML   cbdistillery.com   Join the Fed Haters Club!   joingml.com   secure.thomasmassie.com/donate  

Joshua Smith delivers an unfiltered wake-up call on The REI Agent Podcast, revealing how clarity, discipline, and market adaptability are the only ways to survive what's coming next. This episode is a must-watch.See full article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/a-heros-journey-of-hard-truths-high-performance-and-self-accountability-with-joshua-smith/(00:00) - Introduction to The REI Agent Podcast(00:24) - Meet Guest Joshua Smith of GSD Mode Podcast(00:48) - Joshua's Market Crash Warnings and Phoenix Insights(01:24) - Learning from a High-Level Thinker with Systemic Vision(02:24) - Joshua's 20-Year Journey into Real Estate(04:50) - From Health Clubs to Home Sales: Joshua's Origin Story(06:00) - Rapid Growth: 40 Deals to 320 Deals in Three Years(07:20) - First Hires and Scaling the Team(09:00) - From Admins to Agents: Early Expansion Strategy(11:10) - The Prospecting Hustle: Open Houses and Expired Listings(13:10) - Transitioning into Short Sales and REOs During the Crash(16:10) - Lessons from Managing 400 Bank-Owned Assets(18:50) - How to Thrive When the Market Turns Ugly(21:00) - Preparing for the Worst: Market Insights and Economic Fears(24:10) - The Institutional Pullback: What Big Money Is Doing(26:00) - Why Buy-and-Hold Makes No Sense Right Now(28:00) - Planning for Flips in an Unstable Market(30:00) - The Collapse of the Middle Class and Luxury's Surge(32:20) - The Case for Pivoting: Targeted Ads and Demographic Shifts(35:00) - Navigating Investment Waves from REOs to Hedge Funds(37:00) - Surviving Institutional Pullback: Joshua's Tactical Adaptation(38:50) - Single Family Focus: Market Preferences by Region(40:10) - Self-Care and Mindset: From Depression to Discipline(43:10) - From 300 Pounds to Competing on Stage(45:30) - Food Discipline and Personal Transformation(47:00) - Pain, Progress, and Picking Your Hard(49:00) - Happiness vs. Progress: A Fulfilling Life Framework(51:10) - Joshua's Golden Nugget: Get Extreme Clarity(53:30) - Stop Binge Learning, Start Strategic Mastery(56:00) - What Book to Read? Identify the One Thing to Solve(59:00) - The Mastery Framework: Learn to Teach, Then Implement(01:01:20) - Where to Follow Joshua Smith and GSD Mode(01:02:20) - Final Thoughts and FarewellContact Joshua Smithhttps://www.gsdmode.com/https://linktr.ee/joshuasmithgsdFor more enlightening content like this, visit https://reiagent.com

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Cody Garrett, (CFP), joins Brad to discuss the pervasive myth of the middle-class trap in the financial independence (FI) community. Through four case studies, they illustrate how individuals often feel trapped financially due to psychological barriers rather than actual limitations. The conversation provides insights into turning retirement accounts into income and emphasizes the importance of clarity in financial planning. Key Takeaways: The concept of the middle-class trap is primarily a psychological barrier rather than a reality. Financial independence can be achieved through better understanding of retirement accounts and using strategies like the 72T plan. Home equity should be viewed as an asset that can be leveraged rather than a barrier to financial independence. Actionable Takeaways: Challenge Perceptions: Understand and challenge your perception of the middle-class trap. (00:09:58) Utilize the 72T Plan: Consider using the 72T plan for accessing retirement funds early. (00:29:45) Evaluate Home Equity: Assess your home equity as a potential resource for retirement planning. (00:48:41) Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction to the Middle-Class Trap 00:05:02 - Understanding your wealth's potential 00:06:15 - Dispelling the middle-class trap myth 00:12:08 - How psychological barriers affect retirement planning 00:24:05 - Case Study 1: Upper Middle Class 00:41:20 - Case Study 2: Lower Middle Class 00:47:11 - Home Equity Discussion 00:54:27 - Case Study 4: Selling the Home 01:03:49 - Conclusion and Takeaways Major Topics Discussed: Middle-Class Trap Myth: Discussion around the psychological aspects of feeling trapped despite solid financial bases. (00:08:02) Understanding Retirement Accounts: Discussion of how individuals can access funds before age 59½ without penalties through the 72T plan. (00:29:45) Evaluating Personal Wealth: Insights on evaluating your overall financial situation and the importance of understanding the true potential of your assets. (00:05:02) Case Studies: Upper Middle Class: Case study of Katrina and Carlos exploring their retirement potential based on their traditional 401k. (00:24:05) Lower Middle Class: Analysis of Debbie and Don's retirement strategy leveraging their 401k benefits. (00:41:20) Home Equity Discussion: Examination of how home equity affects financial independence and discussing the emotional implications of selling a home. (00:47:11) Final Case Study: The benefits of selling a home to unlock equity and facilitate early retirement. (00:54:27) Key Quotes: "Clarity precedes confidence." — Gain clarity to achieve confidence in financial decisions. (01:03:49) "Pay tax when you pay less tax." — Strategic tax planning for financial independence. (00:33:38) Related Resources: Video Walkthrough of the Case Studies Book Release Notification Sign-Up

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In this special live episode, Tom dives headfirst into the chaos of current world events, unpacking everything from the explosive end of the 12-day war between Israel and Iran to the dramatic political shifts in New York. Alongside lively audience questions and his co-host Drew, Tom tackles some of the most hotly debated issues of our time: socialism versus capitalism, the role of government in innovation, and the challenge of creating a thriving middle class. Get ready for candid, no-nonsense takes on economic policy, wage stagnation, and the future of work in an age of AI and automation. Tom doesn't shy away from tough questions, whether he's breaking down why high taxes might drive innovators away or explaining how debt and inflation impact everyday wages. Plus, he shares his philosophies on work ethic, responsibility, and building a life of purpose. If you're looking for a dose of thought-provoking discussion, practical advice, and even a few rapid-fire tips on launching your own video game with the help of AI, you won't want to miss this episode! SHOWNOTES 00:00 Crazy Times Discussing Politics 03:20 Innovation Gap in Norway 08:11 "Personal Responsibility Over Government Reliance" 12:21 "Abolish the Fed for Middle Class" 15:37 Entrepreneurial Sacrifices and Misunderstood Profits 20:03 Debate on Wages and Inflation 21:06 Maximizing Profits vs. Fair Wages 24:35 Incentives, AI, and Market Dynamics 28:17 "Seeking Extraordinary, Mars-bound Careers" 32:52 Key Game Development Insights 33:48 Objective Feedback from Unbiased Sources CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code IMPACT at check out Allio Capital: Macro investing for people who want to understand the big picture. Download their app in the App Store or at Google Play, or text my name “TOM” to 511511. iTrust Capital: Use code IMPACTGO when you sign up and fund your account to get a $100 bonus at ⁠https://www.itrustcapital.com/tombilyeu⁠  Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at ⁠https://shopify.com/impact⁠ SKIMS: Shop SKIMS Mens at ⁠https://www.skims.com/impact⁠ #skimspartner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Small businesses are more than just corner shops and local services. They're a driving force of economic growth, making up 90% of all businesses globally. As the global middle class rapidly expands, new opportunities are emerging for entrepreneurs to launch and grow small businesses. In this special edition podcast episode, the first of GZERO's “Local to global: The power of small business” series, host JJ Ramberg sits down with Shamina Singh, Founder and President of the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth, and Homi Kharas, Senior Fellow at Brookings Institution and Co-Founder of the World Data Lab. Together, they explore how the spending power of the global middle class is fueling small business growth from Taipei to Toronto and beyond. The discussion also highlights how digital inclusion, access to finance, and cybersecurity are essential for small business success.For more from this series, subscribe to “Local to global: The power of small business”, a new four-part podcast series from GZERO Media's Blue Circle Studios and Mastercard, where we'll look behind the curtain to explore the world of small businesses and why they're positioned to play an even bigger role in the future of the global economy. Look for the next episode of the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer podcast when we kick off our eighth season on July 5, 2025.Host: JJ RambergGuests: Homi Kharas, Shamina Singh Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

Small businesses are more than just corner shops and local services. They're a driving force of economic growth, making up 90% of all businesses globally. As the global middle class rapidly expands, new opportunities are emerging for entrepreneurs to launch and grow small businesses. In this special edition podcast episode, the first of GZERO's “Local to global: The power of small business” series, host JJ Ramberg sits down with Shamina Singh, Founder and President of the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth, and Homi Kharas, Senior Fellow at Brookings Institution and Co-Founder of the World Data Lab. Together, they explore how the spending power of the global middle class is fueling small business growth from Taipei to Toronto and beyond. The discussion also highlights how digital inclusion, access to finance, and cybersecurity are essential for small business success.For more from this series, subscribe to “Local to global: The power of small business”, a new four-part podcast series from GZERO Media's Blue Circle Studios and Mastercard, where we'll look behind the curtain to explore the world of small businesses and why they're positioned to play an even bigger role in the future of the global economy. Look for the next episode of the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer podcast when we kick off our eighth season on July 5, 2025.Host: JJ RambergGuests: Homi Kharas, Shamina Singh Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

Get episodes without adverts + bonus episodes at ⁠⁠⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Support⁠⁠⁠. Your support is appreciated! British people are obsessed with class, but what does it mean to be middle class? From accents to animatronic tigers, come with me for a whirlwind tour of class markers in British society. Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/MiddleClass for the full transcript. Vocabulary: Social bubble, Parvenu, Nouveau riche, Processed food, Received Pronunciation, Posh, Chav Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buying a house, maxing out your 401(k), and leveraging real estate are considered the gold standard for building wealth, but what if these strategies are actually sabotaging your early retirement? Today, we're diving into the controversial "middle-class trap" debate with Brad Barrett from the ChooseFI podcast! Welcome back to the BiggerPockets Money podcast! Is your net worth locked up in home equity and retirement accounts you can't access? Brad, Mindy, and Scott are having a friendly but fierce debate about whether this middle-class trap is real or just financial fear-mongering, breaking down strategies to avoid it and revealing the ideal portfolio for early retirees. In this episode, you'll learn: If the Middle Class Trap is real or not! The difference between your Net Worth vs. FI Number The Psychological Barriers to Financial Freedom And SO Much More! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Since the explosion of the large-language model in 2022, AI has rapidly invaded just about every possible industry, from academia to film and even household appliances. Whirlpool actually sells a dishwasher with “AI Intelligent Wash”. Tesla Optimus Robots promise to change the dynamics of homemaking, manufacturing, and policing when they are released. AI is a revolution on scale with the printing press, the internet, and the television, if not all 3 combined.While some aspects of this are positive, there is a much more worrying question underneath it all. What do you do when AI can do the jobs of most entry and mid-level employees, making the jobs of millions of Americans obsolete? Microsoft and business insider downsized just in the last week, cutting thousands of jobs that can be done by AI. If AI and robots can flip burgers, make coffee, manufacture cars, drive you to work, and do your landscaping you've put millions of millions of fast food workers, assembly line workers, landscapers, and taxi drivers out of a job. If you think wealthy inequality is bad now, wait until the rich have their productivity supercharged and the poor lose what little income they already had.The rise of nationalism, wealth inequality, global conflict, and 5th-generation warfare have already pushed the Western world to the brink. What happens when AI really takes off?This episode is brought to you by our premier sponsors, Armored Republic and Reece Fund, as well as our Patreon members and donors. You can join our Patreon at https://patreon.com/rightresponseministries or you can donate at https://rightresponseministries.com/donate.Today we look ahead to the future, and potentially a very bleak one at that.*MINISTRY SPONSORS:**Armored Republic*We make Tools of Liberty for the defense of every free man's God-given rights: Arm yourself with body armor and a plate carrier of your choosing; build your setup with accessories, equip yourself with an armored backpack.https://www.ar500armor.com//*Private Family Banking*How to Connect with Private Family Banking: Receive a FREE e-book entitled "How to Build Multi-Generational Wealth Outside of Wall Street and Avoid the Coming Banking Meltdown", by going to https://protectyourmoneynow.net/ Schedule a Free 30-Minute Discovery Appointment call today at https://www.liberationeconomy.com*Heaven's Harvest*Get 10% off your Heaven's Harvest order by using discount code "RRM" at checkout on their website.https://heavensharvest.com/rrm*Squirrelly Joe's Coffee - Caffeinating The Modern Reformation*Our audience can get a free bag of coffee (just pay shipping) by visiting https://squirrellyjoes.com/rightresponse*Kingsmen Caps*Carry the Crown with Kingsmen Caps — premium headwear made for those who honor Christ as King. Create your custom crown or shop our latest releases at https://kingsmencaps.com.*Mid State Accounting*Does your small business need help with bookkeeping, tax returns, and fractional CFO services? Call Kailee Smith at Mid State Accounting at 573‑889‑7278 for a free, no‑obligation consultation. Mention the Right Response podcast and get 10% off your first three months.https://www.midstateaccounting.net

Katie Gatti Tassin from "Money with Katie" escaped the middle-class wealth trap of endless working and spending by having her "financial awakening" early. Through just a few years of self-education she more than doubled her income, built a profitable business, and mastered retirement investing and passive income strategies. She's documented all of these wealth-building strategies in her new book "Rich Girl Nation: Taking Charge of Our Financial Futures," which you can pre-order today.  You'll learn the exact mindset shifts and actionable steps that transformed Katie's financial life and how you can replicate her success to break free from the cash-gobbling cycle and skyrocket your own net worth. In this episode, you'll learn: The “financial awakening” that'll have you saving more and spending less Tracking spending in real-time is crucial for financial awareness.  Financial “truths” that could destroy your wealth if you follow them Earning more money requires smart strategies, not just hard work. And SO much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices