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More Americans than ever are looking to relocate overseas. Their motivations are numerous. Portugal has created a special visa - the Golden Visa - to attract foreign investors and many Americans are attracted to it.
More Americans are leaving the labor force for a variety of reasons. The labor force participation rate — which measures the share of working-age Americans who either have a job or are looking for a job — has fallen sharply this year, and it's been on a steady decline for decades. We hear from Kris Bell, who recently retired early from a long career in the tech industry, about why he chose to make the leap.
More Americans are leaving the labor force for a variety of reasons. The labor force participation rate — which measures the share of working-age Americans who either have a job or are looking for a job — has fallen sharply this year, and it's been on a steady decline for decades. We hear from Kris Bell, who recently retired early from a long career in the tech industry, about why he chose to make the leap.
More Americans are raising children while taking responsibility for aging parents, and the pressure is hitting time, savings, careers, and family relationships all at once. Austin, Stephanie Petersen, and Justin Petersen dig into the real cost of caregiving, home care versus nursing facilities, the guilt and boundaries that shape family obligations, and what grief and end-of-life decisions reveal about what matters most. Follow Wake Up America on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so every new episode lands in your feed. Watch the full video.
Will America ever elect a woman president? More Americans say no Missouri Supreme Court blocks GOP-drawn House maps in unanimous ruling Fighting hunger in Utah: National Food Bank Day & Hunger Action Month NYC bans AI in schools through 8th grade — should Utah follow? The silent generation: Are we forgetting how to talk and read? Back to school at SLCC: President Greg Peterson on what's new and what's next What movie features your biggest fear? + The big movie of the week!
Guest Jon Dever, Fmr State Representate for Ohio, joins to discuss ongoing fraud investigations across the nation. Discussion of fraud in programs, national debt, and more. Can we fix the fraud situation, and why do we continue to centralize power in DC? More Americans believe in government corruption...but for what reason? Democrats believe in more corruption, but for the wrong reasons. Can we use it for a benefit to end centralized government programs? Abdul says he's not a socialism...while promoting socialist programs. The Voice of Reason is a nationally syndicated talk radio show based out of Wichita, KS. Find more online at HooserReason.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send us Fan MailWhere would you relocate if you could choose anywhere? And what's the best way to go about it?More Americans are packing up and relocating abroad, and we dig into what makes a place feel safe, walkable, healthy, and genuinely enjoyable day to day. We compare two helpful lenses for choosing a destination: global livability rankings (think Copenhagen, Vienna, Melbourne, Tokyo) and expat friendliness lists that spotlight surprising standouts like Taiwan, Cambodia, Bahrain, and Oman, alongside familiar favorites like Portugal and Canada.We're joined by Darren Johnston from Send My Bag, a company that helps people relocate by shipping millions of bags worldwide. We talk through a simple expat move checklist: deciding what to keep versus sell, planning baggage and shipping, and thinking early about pets. Then we zoom into the first week after arrival, when you need local cash, groceries, bedding, and the basics that turn an empty place into a functioning home.We also cover the essentials that keep a move overseas from spiraling: staying connected with eSIMs, setting up finances with a realistic three-to-six-month buffer, navigating slow bureaucracy, and building community through expat groups, local clubs, and everyday routines. Darren shares travel memories of Rome and his pull toward Tokyo, reminding us that the best relocation plans still start with curiosity. **Darren Johnston is a relocation expert at Send My Bag, an international luggage shipping and relocation platform. Launched in the UK in 2006, the company now serves customers in over 80 countries each month.Podcast host Lea Lane has traveled to over 100 countries, and has written nine books, including the award-winning Places I Remember (Kirkus Reviews star rating, and 'one of the top 100 Indie books of the year'). She has contributed to dozens of guidebooks and has written thousands of travel articles. Read her weekly essays on Substack._____Our award-winning travel podcast, Places I Remember with Lea Lane, has produced over 130 travel episodes! New episodes drop on the first Tuesday of the month, on Apple, Spotify, and wherever you listen to podcasts. All episodes are also on the website: placesirememberlealane.com and appear on Lea's Substack, Lane Changes._____Travel vlogs of featured podcasts-- with video and graphics -- now also drop on YouTube.
Bankruptcy has a negative stigma surrounding it. But what if we told you it's not as bad as you may think? In fact, economists think we should actually see more of it! Based on the radio story: More Americans are going bankrupt. What does that mean?Fact checking by Sierra Juarez.Your Next Listen — We're in a renter's market (believe it or not)Connect with The Indicator — Sign up for The Indicator's weekly newsletter! — Buy the Planet Money book — Find our socials, YouTube and more! — For sponsor-free episodes, subscribe to NPR+ Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show's perks include sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy
More Americans are using Marijuana daily then are smoking cigarettes. More Americans are using Marijuana daily then are drinking alcohol of any kind. Approximately 22 million Americans use marijuana on a daily basis, so says the SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ADMINISTRATION (SAMHSA). 22 million Americans! Every day! By comparison, 20 million Americans smoke cigarettes (horrendous) and at least 17 million Americans consume alcohol on a daily basis. However, the larger and more disastrous figure is that some 44 million Americans use cannabis on a regular basis while 36 million Americans smoke cigarettes on a regular basis (not necessarily daily). There has been a 21% increase in the DAILY USE of pot/weed from 2022 to 2025, driven by young adults aged 18-25 who made up 8.4 million of the regular cannabis users. What a horrible, frightening, potentially lifelong disastrous use of a potent drug, which so many think is really, for the most part, harmless. The reality is marijuana is a potent, brain-changing drug which, when overused, can have disastrous and lifelong horrendous effects on the body and brain of the user. Amazingly, the Department of Justice recently re-classified medical cannabis (marijuana use for medical purposes) into the same category as Tylenol. Currently, there are 24 states in which the recreational use of marijuana is legalized, and more states are considering the same permissive behavior, while a total of 41 American states approve the use of medical cannabis for medicinal use! This potent drug is here to stay. 2 The newly grown marijuana now has a considerably more potent effect, a greater high, and a more addictive effect on the user. As a result, medical emergencies related to marijuana use have skyrocketed and rates of addiction have increased by 30% in recent years. Teenagers who use cannabis more than double their chances of suffering from serious psychotic disorders, including bipolar conditions and schizophrenia. It is much easier for a young person, a teenager or one in their early 20s, to become hooked, truly addicted to the use of this extremely dangerous drug. This addiction, where the use of marijuana becomes an integral part of the user, can last a lifetime. Even if not addicted, the user can have a daily and constant NEED FOR WEED, or surely a very strong desire to smoke the marijuana joint. Want and need are simply lesser forms of addiction, and marijuana use then becomes part of the lifestyle of the user in a permanent way. The current data on cannabis use should be a public health wake up call to government regulators, law makers, and certainly parents and adults, and all those who do not use marijuana in any form, to re-examine the drug, the potentially lethal drug, and re-consider regulation and rules for usage, and even the ban the use of cannabis where it may become necessary to do so. One cannabis expert said the following: “MARIJUANA IS ON TRACK TO BECOME AMERICA'S #1 ADDICTION, AND WASHINGTON (AND THE STATES) IS LOOKING THE OTHER WAY.” Yet another expert stated the following: “THE ADDICTION INDUSTRY HAS ENGINEERED A PRODUCT THAT OUT-ADDICTS THE CIGARETTE, THE DEADLIEST CONSUMER PRODUCT IN AMERICAN HISTORY!” More people now use marijuana every single day then smoke cigarettes every day. Almost 40% of all cannabis users are hooked, addicted, and our younger generation especially is being enrolled in the daily habit and use of marijuana before their brains are even fully developed. The drug can retard maturation of the brain or otherwise permanently damage this incredible organ of the human body for a lifetime. Marijuana is not the harmless plant the addiction industry has told us it is. It can be every bit as harmless as tobacco and the cigarette, the deadliest consumer product in American history. 3 Marijuana users argue it is not as harmful or addictive as cocaine. That may be so, but that is no justification for allowing the unregulated and unfettered use of a drug dangerous in and of itself. Nor is it, these users say, nearly as addictive as crack cocaine. Certainly, they say, it is not as addictive as heroin in terms of daily usage, and the use of pot/weed can not be compared to the disastrous, legal effects of the new drug fentanyl, a killer drug in its own right. This may all be true, but again, it can not begin to justify the use of a drug which is potentially inherently dangerous in and of itself. Marijuana users, scrambling for justification of use of the drug, claim that most Americans, virtually all, use drugs of some kind or another every day, such as with the use of caffeine in coffee, tea, and other products. Americans need that, pot justifiers say. Americans also need OVER THE COUNTER (OTC) drugs, such as aspirin, Advil, and even vitamins, just like the need to smoke pot. Americans use tobacco in some form, or drink alcohol in some form, virtually every day or on a regular basis, and they claim the recommendation that two glasses of wine each day may be good for cardiovascular health and issues can create a low form of addiction, even as they proclaim the so-called benefits of the use of medical marijuana. Pot users are determined to keep the use of this potent drug legal, so as to allow the usage of cannabis without criminal effects for recreational or medical use. The new reality is neither recreational nor medical use may be necessary, beneficial, or in any way justified. The bottom line, my fellow Americans, is that, in my opinion at least, marijuana should not be used in any form, even to alleviate pain, for the side effects, the after effects, like oxycodone, can last lifelong and with really negative effects. SAY NO TO POT! What do you think?
More Americans are exiting the workforce entirely rather than searching for new jobs, with many citing a job market that has simply worn them down. This shift in labor force participation has deep implications for wage growth, inflation, consumer spending, and the Fed's next move.Today's Stocks & Topics: Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. (PLAY), Market Wrap, Gilead Sciences, Inc. (GILD), AstraZeneca PLC (AZN), HubSpot, Inc. (HUBS), The Progressive Corporation (PGR), Workers Are Dropping Out: What Falling Labor Force Participation Signals for the Economy, Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (APLE), Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline, Market Topics, Realty Income, Space X Investors.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/INVEST for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
More Americans are traveling abroad for medical care. Sanjay talks with Harvard Law professor Glenn Cohen about vetting providers, understanding risks and asking the right questions, plus a practical checklist for navigating the process. Harvard Law Bulletin, “Patient Without Borders,” July 1, 2013 We're taking a short summer break and will be back in September with plenty of exciting new episodes. This episode was produced by Jennifer Lai and Sofia Sanchez. Video production by Ross Helman, Bob Nebel, Jasmine Brooks Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Sr. Director of Podcasts: Zach Goldbaum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
More Americans have been getting news from social media like YouTube and Instagram, and more on the left and the right want news that's to the left or to the right. We talk with Jesse Holcomb, a journalism and communications professor at Calvin University, about what the impacts could be.
* More Americans have been getting news from social media like YouTube and Instagram, and more on the left and the right want news that's to the left or to the right. We'll talk with Jesse Holcomb, a journalism professor at Calvin University, about what the impacts could be. * More and more state officials and politicians have signed NDAs amid economic development talks…but some are backing out now. Is it a good practice to land business, or does it just make government less accountable and transparent?
Most of the folks at Fox News last week looked like they would rather endure a drug-free root canal performed by a trained chimpanzee than talk about Trump's disastrous war in Iran. The conflict that was supposed to be over in a matter of weeks has dragged on for months with no real end in sight.More American troops have paid the ultimate sacrifice as Iran managed to strike U.S. a military base in Jordan. As soon as the first retaliatory strike was launched at an Iranian target gas prices spiked.As the midterm elections loom Trump is dropping like a stone in the polls. Most of the president's campaign promises have not materialized as grocery prices remain stubbornly high, mortgage rates have spiked, Black and Latino unemployment are higher now than when Trump started his second term, the national debt has increasedand residential electricity rates have gone up in nearly every state.The war in the Middle East will only make everything worse for Trump as it has caused an increase in the price of petroleum-based fuels along with fertilizer. His plan to add additional tariffs to nearly every country on planet earth won't ease the affordability crisis.The president continues to boast to the American public about a booming stock market, but the average citizen won't touch most of their investments until retirement. The gains they might see in their 401(k) plans, IRAs or stock portfolios are just Monopoly money until they sell.Trump is slowly sinking a ship he managed to pull out of the depths of his party's losses in 2020 and the riot on January 6th.Last week Fox News hosts openly called the war unpopular and questioned how the so called decimated Iranian military was able to strike U.S. targets. Jesse Watters was the only Fox News hosts who has not lost faith. Even Sean Hannity couldn't muster much enthusiasm for the conflict.Producers at The Five decided the war wasn't even worth covering so it wasn't mentioned for most of the week. Laura Ingraham spent more time discussing the woke leadership at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History.The network put far more focus on trashing Democrats last week than covering a regional Middle East conflict that could spiral out of control at any moment. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit decodingfoxnews.substack.com/subscribe
Life and political podcast. Brought to you from The Divided States of America. Videos of the Week: 8 Videos this Week. Show Opening: Let us know what you're thinking... The new book is now available! A big family get together... Dan has a concept of a plan for the next book... Discussion of last weeks videos: Where did our money go? (PoliticsGirl) How stupid is Donald Trump? (JoJoFromJerZ and The Siren) Distraction By The Graham (christophertitustv) Trump advisor's STUNNING election confession (MS NOW) Mob Lawyers / The Show (The Lincoln Project) SSDD !?! Some Interesting Stuff: The Atlantic Commentary: Trump Crashes Into Reality Pentagon's Iran war casualty count tops 600 amid transparency questions... T-Mobile breaks silence over nationwide outage. More Americans report shoplifting as inflation climbs, survey finds.
More Americans are adopting the Elon Musk "Go F Yourself" mentality the longer the democrat charade of RESIST TRUMP! continues. Hear the world's richest man put a snotty white college educated liberal chick in her place. Lisa Murkowski is a NO on the SAVE Act because she hates President Trump, so says Tommy Tuberville. And a shocking study underscores the largest act of medical malpractice in American history. 75% of embalmers from five countries say they've seen white fibrous clots in the veins of the dead people they're embalming... from people who were vaccinated.
Today on the Woody and Wilcox Show: New Ali G movie; Christopher Nolan would not allow Uggs on the set of the Odyssey; Powerball is now available overseas; Woman sues restaurant over hot fries; QR codes for soda refills; More Americans admit to shoplifting because of high prices; Driving through malfunctioning traffic lights; Another diarrhea outbreak; And more!
Hour 3- More Americans are stealing because of inflation, and we are covering it on the Conway show as Andy Reismeyer fills in for Tim Conway Jr. PLUS flock cameras are violating our privacy and making mistakes. Find out what happened when a car that was not stolen but was reported stolen because of a flock camera's mistake. All that and MORE on KFIAM-640.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
More Americans are coming to New Zealand, not just as tourists, but to stay. Reporter Ke-Xin Li spoke to some of these American-New Zealanders to find out why they made the move.
Click here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinHere's Episode #185 of Michigan's Premier Progressive Podcast!00:00-17:55: More DSA Victories/MI Senate RaceLOL's Pat Johnston opens the show highlighting how another young Democratic Socialist defeated another Democratic incumbent in Congress, and this time it was in Denver, CO. Pat explains why progressives and Democratic Socialists are winning in Democratic primaries. 17:56-41:21: Betsy Coffia InterviewMichigan progressive Democratic state Representative Betsy Coffia joins the show to talk about northwest Michigan politics, affordable housing, Medicare For All, representing the working class over corporations, and the lack of government transparency in Michigan. She also shares her progressive history, why she's never sold-out her working class values. Follow Rep. Coffia on Instagram: www.instagram.com/betsycoffia/Follow Rep. Coffia on Facebook: www.facebook.com/BetsyCoffia41:22-48:27: Last Call on Progressive Long Game:In this week's "Last Call," as progressives and Democratic Socialists continue notching wins across Michigan and the country, we must remember this working class movement began a decade ago.48:28-51:43: AOC Backs AES/EndingClick here to vote on LOL Weekly Poll: Is Democratic Socialism On the Rise?Please, subscribe to the podcast, download each episode, and give it a good review if you can!leftoflansing@gmail.comLeft of Lansing is now on YouTube as well!Music provided by Wanderbeats. To hear the latest project, visit Space Leopard on various streaming sites, or visit: https://www.youtube.com/@SpaceLeopardClick here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinNOTES:State Rep. Betsy Coffia reelection statement."More Americans are hungry in the face of federal cuts, rising grocery prices." By Kevin Hardy of Michigan Advance "How Hasan Piker helped boost Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan and what it tells us about the state of the Democratic Party." By Tom Perkins of Mondoweiss "Coffia, Rheingans Call for Health Care for All." By Michigan House DemocratsBetsy Coffia w/ Bernie Sanders in 2016.#podcast #politics #Progressives #Socialism #DemocraticSocialism #WorkingClass #Michigan #MAGA #Trump #Republicans #CorporateCorruption #CorporateGreed #GovernmentCorruption #GovernmentTransparency #Capitalism #EpsteinClass #DataCenters #Housing #BetsyCoffia #GretchenWhitmer #AbdulElSayed #BernieSanders #DTE #CampaignFinance #Democrats #HaleyStevens #Authoritarianism #Fascism #Democracy #LeftofLansing
Original Air Date: July 4, 2026 Episode Number: 466Episode SummaryIt's the annual Home In Progress Fourth of July Extravaganza. This year Dan covers three topics connected to the Revolutionary era: the Liberty Bell, and how almost everything most people think they know about it is a little off; colonial curb appeal, what colors those front doors actually were, and why any of that matters for your house today; and the real story of Betsy Ross -- not the polished legend, but the full picture of a feisty, independent tradeswoman who kept getting knocked down and kept getting back up. Better than the myth. More American, too.In This Episode[00:00] -- Fourth of July Kickoff[00:34] -- Liberty Bell Origins[01:45] -- Revolution Myths Debunked[03:09] -- The Bell Was a Lemon[04:44] -- How It Got Its Name[05:41] -- Break[06:39] -- Colonial Curb Appeal[08:07] -- Real Colonial House Colors[10:02] -- Paint Forensics Explained[13:23] -- Classic Door Color Palette[16:55] -- Why Door Color Still Matters[18:38] -- Paint Project Payoff[19:23] -- Betsy Ross Legend Setup[19:59] -- 1776 Flag Shop Scene[23:59] -- Meet Elizabeth Griscom[24:38] -- Trade Skills and Elopement[29:16] -- Widowhood and Resilience[31:57] -- Washington Bed Hangings Proof[34:29] -- Did She Make the First Flag[35:51] -- Why the Myth Spread[37:34] -- Real Betsy Ross Legacy[39:31] -- Fourth of July SignoffTHE LIBERTY BELLLiberty Bell Origins [00:34]Most people can picture the Liberty Bell -- big bronze bell, long jagged crack running up the side. Most people also have the story at least a little wrong.The bell was not made for the Revolution. It was ordered in 1751, a full 25 years before the Declaration of Independence, for the Pennsylvania State House. The most likely occasion was the 50th anniversary of Pennsylvania's original constitution, a document called the Charter of Privileges, written by William Penn in 1701.It happened to be in the Pennsylvania State House -- the building we now call Independence Hall -- when the Declaration of Independence was debated and adopted. It was there. So was dirt. Nobody's made a monument out of that either.Revolution Myths Debunked [01:45]There's a story that the Liberty Bell rang out to call people to the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence. Dan loves that story. Historians do not. No evidence supports it, and the general conclusion is that it was made up.The Bell Was a Lemon [03:09]The bell was ordered from a London foundry, shipped to Philadelphia, unpacked, and rung for the first time. On that first ring, it cracked. Two Philadelphia metalworkers -- John Pass and John Stow -- offered to fix it. They melted it down and cast a new one. That one didn't sound right. They melted it down again and cast another. The bell we know today is that second attempt. Three tries, two complete restarts.How It Got Its Name [04:44]For most of its existence, the bell was called the State House Bell or the Bell in the Steeple. The name Liberty Bell first appeared not during the Revolution but in abolitionist circles in the 1830s. People fighting to end slavery noticed a verse from Leviticus engraved on the bell: "Proclaim liberty throughout all the land unto all inhabitants thereof." They claimed it as their symbol and renamed it the Liberty Bell. The name eventually stuck.The Liberty Bell, in other words, is named for a fight that came decades after the Revolution ended.COLONIAL FRONT DOORSColonial Curb Appeal [06:39]In late 1700s New England, a lot of homeowners put their money, skill, and creativity almost exclusively into the front of the house. The face you showed the road. That side got clapboard siding, embellishments around the windows and doors, and paint. The sides and the back were often covered in rougher shingles and left to weather -- going gray, brown, silver in the salt air, depending on the climate. Nobody who mattered was looking at the back of the house. That's where the family went. The important people came to the front.Real Colonial House Colors [08:07]Most people picture colonial houses as white. White is part of the story but not the whole story. In the late 1700s, a clapboard house might be white or off-white if the owner had money, but it might just as easily be red-brown, yellow ochre, gray, or tan -- or just left to weather, particularly on simpler rural homes.The one place that almost always got paint, even when the rest of the house didn't, was the front door. It was the place to make a statement without the expense of painting an entire house. That was true 250 years ago and it's still true today.Paint Forensics Explained [10:02]How do we actually know what colors colonial houses were painted? The original paint is buried under 20 coats applied over two centuries, and old paintings of the buildings can't be trusted -- the artist may have taken liberties, and the pigments in the paintings fade over time.The answer is cross-section microscopy. A conservator finds a protected spot where old paint survived -- behind a shutter hinge, under a piece of molding -- and takes a sample smaller than the head of a pin. That sample gets set in clear resin, polished down, and examined from the side under a microscope. Every coat of paint the building ever wore shows up as its own distinct layer. Count down to the very first one, identify the pigments, adjust for yellowing and fading, and you know the original color.The man who pioneered this in America is Frank Welsh. He's read the paint on Independence Hall, the White House, and Grand Central Terminal, and saved over 50,000 samples in his career. In the 1980s and '90s, Colonial Williamsburg brought him in to study their historic buildings -- and what he found turned everything upside down.For decades, people assumed colonial colors were soft, muted, grayed down. Turns out that look was just old, dirty, faded paint. The real colors were bolder, brighter, and more saturated than anyone believed. Williamsburg has gone back and repainted buildings to match what the science found. The colonists liked color a lot more than we gave them credit for.Classic Door Color Palette [13:23]If you were walking through a New England town in the late 1770s, these are the door colors you'd have likely seen:Deep red-brown. Iron in the soil -- the same stuff that makes rust red -- produced a family of dull, brick-red earth colors. One common version was called Spanish brown. Dirt cheap, in the most literal sense of the phrase, and very common on doors and trim.Deep green. A dark, earthy green was a popular choice for doors and shutters. The classic colonial green door has roots going back to this period, which is part of why it still reads as traditional today.Black. More common as you move into the early 1800s. It looked formal, looked sharp, looked especially good against a pale house.White and off-white. These came from white lead, which was expensive. A crisp white door was a quiet declaration that there was money in the house. What looks like an understated choice today was a statement then.Prussian blue. A rich, deep, slightly greenish blue that arrived as a new pigment in the early 1700s and became a sensation. A blue door said you could afford something special.Vermilion red. The most expensive of all. A brilliant, clean fire-engine red that came from a pigment worth nearly its weight in gold at certain points in history. A truly bright red door was the loudest possible way to tell the world you had money.Why Door Color Still Matters [16:55]When Dan pictures colonial America, he pictures parchment tones -- old paper, brown wood, gray stone, candlelight. Even the red, white, and blue of the flag feels muted in his mental image. But these people cared about color. They cared about curb appeal, they just didn't have the phrase for it. The front door was where homeowners made that statement without the expense of painting the whole house.Two hundred and fifty years later, people still stand in front of the paint display and agonize over a quart of paint for the same reason. The front door speaks before anyone inside gets a chance to. That was true in 1775 and it's still true now.Paint Project Payoff [18:38]If you're looking for a summer weekend project, Dan's case is simple: look at your front door. What is it saying to the world? What is it saying to you? If the message needs to change, stop into any RepcoLite location and they'll help find the right color. It's a quart of paint and about four hours of work. The payoff is big.THE REAL BETSY ROSSBetsy Ross Legend Setup [19:23]Dan sets up the Betsy Ross segment by acknowledging that most people know some version of the legend. Before getting into whether it's true, he wants to introduce the real woman -- because she's considerably more interesting than the simplified version most of us grew up with.1776 Flag Shop Scene [19:59]Philadelphia, June 1776. A secret committee...
More Americans are finding themselves caring for aging parents while preparing for their own retirement. In this episode, Greg and Kristen discuss the emotional and financial realities of caregiving, share personal and client stories, and offer practical strategies to help families protect both their loved ones and their retirement. From budgeting and legal planning to long-term care and having difficult family conversations, they explain why planning ahead can make all the difference.
More Americans are using GLP-1 drugs, like Ozempic and Wegovy, for weight loss, and that's impacting their grocery shopping habits. A new survey finds that GLP-1 use could shave up to 2.7% off grocery store sales this year. So, how are food companies adapting? Also on the program: a preview of major Supreme Court decisions coming up and a frank conversation about the costs of being in a wedding party, courtesy of the Marketplace podcast "This Is Uncomfortable."Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace Morning Report is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Stories featured in this episode:Would you go broke for a bachelorette?
More Americans are using GLP-1 drugs, like Ozempic and Wegovy, for weight loss, and that's impacting their grocery shopping habits. A new survey finds that GLP-1 use could shave up to 2.7% off grocery store sales this year. So, how are food companies adapting? Also on the program: a preview of major Supreme Court decisions coming up and a frank conversation about the costs of being in a wedding party, courtesy of the Marketplace podcast "This Is Uncomfortable."Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace Morning Report is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Stories featured in this episode:GLP-1s are changing shopping habits — and brands are changing along with themWould you go broke for a bachelorette?
P.M. Edition for June 25. More Americans are trading deeds for leases as homeownership becomes harder to achieve. We hear from WSJ personal finance reporter Veronica Dagher about the rise of the "forever renter" and what it means for the future of housing and the American Dream. And the Supreme Court handed down a number of big decisions today. Supreme Court reporter James Romoser says two of them enable President Trump's crackdown on immigration. Plus, reporter Kejal Vyas gives us an update on Venezuela, where the death toll is rising after yesterday's earthquakes. Alex Ossola hosts. Listen to all episodes in our series on ideas for fixing the housing crisis. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
More Americans than ever identify as LGBTQ+, but the story of acceptance in the United States is becoming more complicated. As Pride Month comes to a close, we look at new polling that shows LGBTQ+ visibility at a record high, while public acceptance has slipped in recent years, and we are joined by Michael Bronski, whose landmark book, A Queer History of the United States for Young People, has just been re-released in a revised and expanded 15th anniversary edition. The updated volume now spans more than 500 years of history, bringing the story of LGBTQ+ Americans into the 21st century. We discuss how recent data also points to a widening partisan divide over LGBTQ+ rights, same-sex relationships, and transgender Americans. Finally, we wrap up with a lighter topic: would Americans rather have an extra week of vacation or an extra week of pay?
More Americans are leaving the United States than at any point in recent memory, and Portugal has become one of the most searched destinations. But what's driving the move, and what happens once you get there? Richard Taylor is joined by John McNertney, Founder of Green Ocean Global Advisors, to unpack the realities of relocating from the US to Portugal. John has lived the journey himself. After moving from San Francisco to Lisbon during the pandemic, he now helps American expats, retirees, and internationally minded families navigate cross-border financial planning, US expat taxes, residency options, and long-term wealth management while living abroad. Together, Richard and John explore why Portugal has become such a hotspot for Americans, what's changed politically and financially in recent years, and why so many expats are now thinking seriously about building a life and a financial foundation outside the United States. The conversation gets into the practical detail that most people miss before they move: the difference between the Portugal Golden Visa and the D7 visa, the financial traps Americans fall into with PFICs, trusts, IRAs, and cross-border investment structures, and why proper planning before the move can save years of stress and significant money later on. Richard and John also explore the emotional reality of expat life, including integration, language learning, culture shock, and why living abroad fundamentally changes the way people think about money, opportunity, and freedom. Whether you're seriously considering a move to Portugal, researching second residency options, or simply curious why so many Americans are looking overseas right now, this episode offers a grounded and honest look at the opportunities and challenges of modern expat life. -- Expat Wealth is supported by Plan First Wealth. Plan First Wealth is a Registered Investment Advisor serving fellow expatriates and immigrants living across the US on matters such as retirement planning, investment management, tax planning and non-US asset management. https://planfirstwealth.com/ -- Expat Wealth is affiliated with Plan First Wealth LLC, an SEC registered investment advisor. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Plan First Wealth. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Plan First Wealth does not provide any tax and/or legal advice and strongly recommends that listeners seek their own advice in these areas. ABOUT RICHARD: Richard Taylor is a British expat, dual citizen (UK & US). Originally from Bolton, he now lives in Greenwich, CT, where Plan First Wealth has its head office. As the firm's leader, Richard launched Taylor & Taylor, now Plan First Wealth, and continues to fuel the firm's growth. Richard is a Chartered Financial Planner (UK – CII) in addition to holding the IMC (CFA UK) and Series 65 (US – FINRA). Connect with Richard on LinkedIn
More Americans are entering retirement without a spouse, children nearby, or a built-in support system. Aging alone presents unique financial, legal, healthcare, housing, and caregiving challenges that require proactive planning long before a crisis occurs. Richard Rosso & Devoda Owens discuss the essential steps solo agers should take to maintain independence, protect their finances, prepare for healthcare needs, and create a reliable support network. Whether you are approaching retirement, already retired, or helping a loved one navigate the aging process alone, this discussion provides a practical roadmap for maintaining financial security, personal dignity, and quality of life throughout retirement. Here's a topical rundown of today's show: 0:00 - INTRO 0:19 - Hate Ball, Nat'l. Donut Day,, & Mummy Beer(!) 5:18 - The Dilemma of Aging in Place 13:55 - Building a Reliable Support Network 16:23 - Creating a Housing Plan for Old Age 19:40 - Proximity to Healthcare 22:25 - Finding Proper Personal Care 26:43 - Legal Prep & Elder Law Attorney 29:05 - Identifying Risks in the Home 32:09 - Preparing for Long Term Care 33:22 - Life 360 & Monitoring technology 35:47 - Having a Purposeful Retirement 36:57 - The Village People 39:28 - Home Care Agencies 40:07 - National Resources 44:34 - Candid Coffee Coming Hosted by RIA Advisors Director of Financial Planning, Richard Rosso, CFP, w Senior Investment Advisor, Devoda Owens, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/1xGIEPzZgQQ ------- Watch today's "Before the Bell" feature, "Single Sector Driving Markets," here: https://youtu.be/mRXYN5YlgdI ------- Watch our previous show, "Muni Bonds for Tax-Free Income in Retirement" https://youtube.com/live/XbYe5BPn8jA ------- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ ------- * REGISTER for our next Candid Coffee, "Beyond Protection: What Life Insurance Can Really Do," Saturday, June 20, 2026: https://streamyard.com/watch/WauFUig8HFtb --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #RetirementPlanning #AgingAlone #LongTermCare #RetirementIncome #FinancialPlanning
More Americans are entering retirement without a spouse, children nearby, or a built-in support system. Aging alone presents unique financial, legal, healthcare, housing, and caregiving challenges that require proactive planning long before a crisis occurs. Richard Rosso & Devoda Owens discuss the essential steps solo agers should take to maintain independence, protect their finances, prepare for healthcare needs, and create a reliable support network. Whether you are approaching retirement, already retired, or helping a loved one navigate the aging process alone, this discussion provides a practical roadmap for maintaining financial security, personal dignity, and quality of life throughout retirement. Here's a topical rundown of today's show: 0:00 - INTRO 0:19 - Hate Ball, Nat'l. Donut Day,, & Mummy Beer(!) 5:18 - The Dilemma of Aging in Place 13:55 - Building a Reliable Support Network 16:23 - Creating a Housing Plan for Old Age 19:40 - Proximity to Healthcare 22:25 - Finding Proper Personal Care 26:43 - Legal Prep & Elder Law Attorney 29:05 - Identifying Risks in the Home 32:09 - Preparing for Long Term Care 33:22 - Life 360 & Monitoring technology 35:47 - Having a Purposeful Retirement 36:57 - The Village People 39:28 - Home Care Agencies 40:07 - National Resources 44:34 - Candid Coffee Coming Hosted by RIA Advisors Director of Financial Planning, Richard Rosso, CFP, w Senior Investment Advisor, Devoda Owens, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/1xGIEPzZgQQ ------- Watch today's "Before the Bell" feature, "Single Sector Driving Markets," here: https://youtu.be/mRXYN5YlgdI ------- Watch our previous show, "Muni Bonds for Tax-Free Income in Retirement" https://youtube.com/live/XbYe5BPn8jA ------- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ ------- * REGISTER for our next Candid Coffee, "Beyond Protection: What Life Insurance Can Really Do," Saturday, June 20, 2026: https://streamyard.com/watch/WauFUig8HFtb --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #RetirementPlanning #AgingAlone #LongTermCare #RetirementIncome #FinancialPlanning
The Vince Coakley Radio Program | Friday, May 29th, 2026. Hour 1 Segment 1 – Vince talks Water Restrictions Segment 2 – More Americans struggling with Credit Card debt | "Survival" Debt Segment 3 – Vince talks more economic news | Pres. Trump on $250 bill? Segment 4 – Sec. Bessent comments on economy Hour 2 Segment 1 – Faith Focus Friday - Unanswered prayer Segment 2 – Top selling liquors in Meck County Segment 3 – Iran War update Segment 4 – Show wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Automotive Troublemaker w/ Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier
Shoot us a Text.Episode #1356: Today we unpack the million buyers who've quietly exited the new-car market, why off-lease inventory is finally rebounding (briefly), and how America's new “premium economy” is changing the way consumers spend, travel and shop.Show Notes with links:A million Americans have quietly exited the new-car market and the shrinking pool of buyers is raising long-term concerns for dealers and OEMs alike.Analysts say roughly one million prospective buyers have defected from the new-car market since 2020 as average transaction prices hover near $50,000 and financing costs remain stubbornly high.Pre-pandemic U.S. sales regularly topped 17 million vehicles annually. Now the industry is bracing for about 16 million sales this year with little confidence the old highs will return anytime soon.Instead of chasing volume with discounts, automakers are leaning into profitable trucks and SUVs. Selling fewer vehicles at higher margins has become an unexpectedly comfortable business model for Detroit.“I don't want to say automakers are OK with this level of sales, but they kind of are.” — Ivan Drury, Edmunds analystVolvo commercial chief Erik Severinson didn't mince words: “This is a real threat to the whole industry… people are not able to buy new cars.”The off-lease floodgates are finally reopening… kind of. Nearly 500,000 more lease returns are expected to hit the used-car market this year, but analysts say the glory days of leasing still aren't coming back anytime soon.Edmunds says off-lease volume is expected to jump nearly 26% year-over-year in 2026 with another 400,000 units expected in 2027 as the industry slowly recovers from the leasing collapse of the pandemic years.After 2027, off-lease inventory is expected to level off because leasing volumes never fully recovered after COVID-era shortages and rising prices.Leasing penetration peaked around 29% before COVID but cratered to just 18% in 2022 as inventory shortages and high prices crushed affordability. Even now, lease activity remains well below historic norms.Edmunds says the leasing slowdown is reshaping the used-car business because many mainstream vehicles no longer produce the steady stream of predictable off-lease inventory dealers once relied on.Ivan Drury: “Without a major shift in incentives toward leasing, we are likely to be stuck in this stifled state of leasing for the foreseeable future.”Forget the “K-shaped economy.” Some economists say America is now a “premium economy” where consumers can't afford houses or retirement, but they can afford upgraded flights, better groceries and premium experiences.More Americans are entering the upper-middle class, but home ownership and retirement still feel out of reach for many younger consumers.The upper-middle class has grown from 10% of families in 1979 to 31% in 2024, according to research from the American Enterprise Institute.Instead of buying homes, consumers are spending on smaller “premium” upgrades like travel, concerts and nicer retail experiences. Delta and United captured more than 90% of airline profits last year while Spirit struggled.Walmart has become a major winner by improving stores, delivery and curbside pickup, pulling shoppers away from lower-cost competitors like Dollar General.Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta predicts the economy could eventually shift from “K-shaped” to “C-shaped” as lower inflation and AI-driven productivity help consumer spending “converge” and be more balanced across income levels.Join Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/
Hour 1: Sarah has no complaints about the Survivor finale. Stephen Colbert had his farewell show last night, and it was peppered with celebrities. Then, Neil deGrasse Tyson uses a wormhole to explain the show's fate. NASCAR driver Kyle Busch passed away unexpectedly at 41. Quentin Tarantino didn't take crap from Brad Pitt. More Americans are traveling for Memorial Day Weekend than ever before, despite insane gas prices. Will you be having this stuff at your BBQ this weekend? Vinnie's got proof that your vote matters. Hour 2: It's time for Bad Advice! Is this listener trying to ruin their amicable divorce? Then, is it possible to keep politics out of our relationships? The gang tries their best to advise! Don't be fooled by the hot weather if you're headed to BottleRock! Layers, layers, layers! A bride decides to ditch the wedding aesthetic - is it a bit? Don't do this crap if you're going to a wedding. Hour 3: Vinnie is missing his desserts. Bob has some really bad advice for him. The audio from Britney Spears' DUI has made it to the internet. The new Star Wars movie is out this weekend. Happy National Goth Day! You can celebrate with ‘The Bride.” Sacha Baron Cohen has a new movie. Queen Latifah is hosting the American Music Awards. What's up with people getting married before their ceremony? People might not be annoyed at AI taking this job: Jury duty. Need a snack? Eat some almonds! Would you smash Slash? Hour 4: New Olivia Rodrigo is here! Spotify wants to make sure true fans can buy concert tickets. Spotify is also teaming up with Universal to put AI tools in the hands of listeners. Wish you could talk to Ozzy Osbourne? Here's your chance! Matty is excited to see the Backstreet Boys on Sunday. Baked beans and toast? A man thought a fire would help him steal stuff… it didn't. Ever wonder why so many more people are right-handed? People take their BBQ methodology seriously. Plus, When Did That Happen?
Sarah has no complaints about the Survivor finale. Stephen Colbert had his farewell show last night, and it was peppered with celebrities. Then, Neil deGrasse Tyson uses a wormhole to explain the show's fate. NASCAR driver Kyle Busch passed away unexpectedly at 41. Quentin Tarantino didn't take crap from Brad Pitt. More Americans are traveling for Memorial Day Weekend than ever before, despite insane gas prices. Will you be having this stuff at your BBQ this weekend? Vinnie's got proof that your vote matters.
Memorial Day weekend is here, kicking off the summer travel season. More Americans are expected to hit the roads this year, but it comes at a time when gas prices are the highest they've been in four years — up about a $1.40 since the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran, and Iran effectively closed off the Strait of Hormuz. Also on this morning's podcast: high-profile concert cancellations and a preview of consumer sentiment.
Memorial Day weekend is here, kicking off the summer travel season. More Americans are expected to hit the roads this year, but it comes at a time when gas prices are the highest they've been in four years — up about a $1.40 since the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran, and Iran effectively closed off the Strait of Hormuz. Also on this morning's podcast: high-profile concert cancellations and a preview of consumer sentiment.
More Americans are comparing Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 Bankruptcy as debt pressure grows. Here is how liquidation, repayment plans, and asset protection work — and how to know which fits your situation. To learn more, visit https://www.kimcovington-bankruptcylawyer.com/ Law Office of Kim Covington City: Eugene Address: 207 East 5th Avenue Website: https://www.kimcovington-bankruptcylawyer.com/
More Americans are embracing multi-generational living as families combine households to save money - share care-giving responsibilities - and manage rising expenses. Rick Sharga, Founder and CEO of CJ Patrick Company in Orange County, California joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to explain...
CNN founder and media pioneer Ted Turner has died at 87, leaving behind a legacy that transformed television news and sports broadcasting. More Americans are embracing multi-generational living arrangements, and tackling debt can feel overwhelming - but strategies like the snowball method may help you regain control faster.
More Americans are questioning the president's mental acuity as his late night rants get more unhinged and his war gets more indefinite. Plus, the Trump administration is bringing back firing squads for federal executions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
TWiV 1314: Clinical update with Dr. Daniel Griffin April 17, 2026 In his weekly clinical update, Dr. Griffin and Vincent Racaniello are dismayed but not surprised by poll results suggesting most Americans doubt vaccine safety, that the head of the CDC and NIH delayed release of a report on the safety of the COVID-19m vaccine, how Nature works to spread disease without the help of the lab and the about face of the Trump administration to nominate a pro-vaccine candidate for CDC director, before Dr. Griffin then deep dives into the measles outbreak, recent statistics RSV, influenza and SARS-CoV-2 infections, the Wasterwater Scan dashboard, Johns Hopkins measles tracker, how the influenza vaccine may attenuate stroke and acute cardiac disease following virus infection, PEMGARDA authorized use for certain immunocompromised individuals where to find PEMGARDA, how to access and pay for Paxlovid, how the COVID-19 pandemic was a 'negative' for one's mortality where to go for answers about long COVID-19, potential therapies for the pediatric long COVID population and contacting your federal government representative to stop the assault on science and biomedical research. Subscribe (free): Apple Podcasts, RSS, email Become a patron of TWiV! Links for this episode More Americans doubt vaccine safety than trust it, POLITICO Poll finds (Politico) Top C.D.C. Official Delays Report on Covid Shot's Effectiveness (NY Times) Vampire bats in Mexico may feed on CWD-positive deer, spreading disease and posing species-jump threat (CIDRAP) Emerging risks at the vampire bat–prion interface: implications for wildlife, livestock, and public health (Journal of Mammalogy) Nine-Valent Human Papillomavirus Vaccination and Related Cancers in Males (JAMA: Oncology) Trump Administration Eyes Erica Schwartz to Lead CDC (Wall Street Journal) Trump to Nominate Doctor Who Has Publicly Supported Vaccines as C.D.C. 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Thanks! Intro music is by Ronald Jenkees Send your questions for Dr. Griffin to daniel@microbe.tv Content in this podcast should not be construed as medical advice.
It's Tax Day, and Shane and Kody are in their element. In Episode 185 of The Liquidity Event, they kick off with a behind-the-scenes look at what tax season actually looks like for financial planners, from correcting misclassified stock options to saving clients tens of thousands of dollars that TurboTax Live told them they owed. They also dig into how Intuit used large language models to compress 900 pages of new tax legislation into weeks of implementation instead of months, and whether a viral Reddit post claiming Claude Code can replace TurboTax entirely is onto something or a cautionary tale. Then it's onto the Wall Street Journal's finding that the upper middle class has tripled since 1979, why income alone doesn't tell the whole story, and what a $2 trillion SpaceX IPO valuation actually means for investors with private stock heading into a potentially wild summer debut. Topics covered: Tax season war stories and common filing mistakes with equity compensation How Intuit used AI to implement 900 pages of new tax legislation in weeks The upper middle class defined: who qualifies and why income alone isn't enough Cost of living, housing affordability, and purchasing power by geography SpaceX IPO outlook, valuation history, and what private shareholders should consider Can Claude Code actually do your taxes? A Reddit experiment reviewed Timestamps: 00:00 Intro and Tax Day with Kody 01:19 What tax season actually looks like for financial planners 03:52 TurboTax Live told my friend he owed $50k more than he did 05:45 Shoutout to AJ on digital detox and today's episode preview 08:31 How Intuit used AI to process 900 pages of new tax law in weeks 13:33 More Americans are breaking into the upper middle class 15:17 Why income alone doesn't define middle class and what's missing from the data 22:58 SpaceX eyes a $2 trillion IPO valuation amid C-suite shakeups 28:29 SpaceX valuation history: from $10B in 2015 to $1.75T today 30:59 Reddit: Claude just did my taxes and I'm shorting Intuit $100k
In this thought-provoking episode, we dive deep into the complexities of faith, doubt, and the challenges many face in their spiritual journeys. The host addresses a common critique of religion: why do we have to believe rather than just know? With insights drawn from the New Testament, particularly the invitation Jesus extended to Thomas, we explore the importance of investigating faith without fear of condemnation. As we navigate the current landscape where more Americans are identifying as religiously unaffiliated, the episode highlights the rise of the "nuns" and the reasons behind this shift. The host discusses the impact of the New Atheist Movement and the unsettling conclusions that arise from atheistic beliefs, emphasizing that leaving one belief system often leads to gravitating toward another. Whether you're a long-time follower of Jesus, someone who has lost faith, or simply curious about the conversation around belief and doubt, this episode invites you to reflect on your own journey. Join us as we challenge misconceptions, explore the foundations of faith, and prepare to give an answer for the hope we have. The Main Idea: For some: Who needs religion? More Americans than ever are backing away from religion. Consequently, God. Not because atheism is all that attractive. Religion is less so. “It's the problem.” --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We are an alternative to church as usual. Our Sunday worship service is approximately a 75-minute experience designed to introduce people to the message of Jesus and equip believers to live their lives in response to the Gospel while their kids enjoy one of our safe children's environments. Centerpoint is designed to meet you wherever you are on the journey whether you are just checking out the "church thing" or you are a committed Christ follower. Centerpoint is a casual environment that combines today's music with creative media and relevant teaching. We hope you will visit us at Centerpoint Church regardless of what your past church experience has looked like.
(April 09, 2026) US fertility rate dropped to another record low in 2025. More Americans are breaking into the upper middle class. The war in Iran is causing U.S consumer prices to rise. Gavin Newsom’s wife shares sisters’ death, empathizes with San Quentin inmates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
-- On the Show -- Gas prices have jumped 61% percent since mid-January under Donald Trump, directly affecting Americans at the pump -- More Americans are openly calling for Donald Trump to be removed from office due to concerns about his mental fitness -- JD Vance experiences an awkward and highly visible interaction with Donald Trump during a public rally -- A loyal Trump supporter openly rejects targeting civilian infrastructure, signaling growing cracks in the president's base -- Megyn Kelly declares she would continue supporting Donald Trump even if he dropped a nuclear bomb -- Promised payments of $7,000 from DOGE and tariffs never materialized, showing how Trump's promises failed to deliver -- Independent media faces targeted attacks from Donald Trump Jr. and Karoline Leavitt for reporting accurate information -- On the Bonus Show: David provides an update on his trip to Argentina, and much more...
It's Thursday, April 2nd, A.D. 2026. 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 Jonathan Clark Nepalese Hindus dragged 3 Christians to police station for evangelism Three Christians in Nepal, the country north of India, are facing persecution for simply sharing the Gospel last week. A group of Hindus dragged the Christians to a police station in response to their evangelism. It is illegal to convert someone to another religion in the country. And Hindus increasingly target Christians who share their faith. One local believer told International Christian Concern, “In spite of the absence of any substantiated evidence, the police ordered an investigation. These actions make life difficult for these poor Christians.” Presidential elections in Peru, Colombia, and Brazil Millions of Latin Americans will vote in presidential elections this year in countries like Peru, Colombia, and Brazil. A survey from Pew Research found most adults in these countries see a role for religion in key aspects of public life. Protestants are a growing minority in Latin America. They express the strongest support for Christianity's influence on their country's leadership. Even a sizable minority of the religiously unaffiliated in the region said the Bible should influence their country's laws. Wisdom says in Proverbs 8:15, “By me, kings reign, and rulers decree justice.” Supreme Court: Christian therapists allowed to help “homosexual” kids On Tuesday, the United States Supreme Court struck down Colorado's ban on so-called “conversion therapy” The court ruled 8-1 that the ban violated the First Amendment rights of Christian therapist Kaley Chiles. Colorado passed the Minor Conversion Therapy Law in 2019. The measure prohibited therapists from using faith-based counseling to help kids who no longer want to identify with sexually perverted lifestyles. Listen to comments from Kaley in an interview with Fox News. CHILES: “I am elated by the ruling, and I am very excited for the kids and their families, who have been simply seeking options in counseling, and now will get to do so. “I also hope this ruling emboldens counselors because we will either do justice to our clients or we will let the government silence us into pretending that there is medical consensus on this issue.” Kansas prohibits cities from forcing pro-life centers to promote abortion The state of Kansas enacted a law to protect pro-life pregnancy centers last Friday. The Pregnancy Center Autonomy and Rights of Expression Act forbids state and local governments from forcing pregnancy centers to promote or participate in abortions. While Democrat Governor Laura Kelly initially vetoed the measure, the state's legislature thankfully voted to override the veto -- within hours. To their credit, the Republican-controlled House voted 87-35 and the Republican-controlled Senate voted 30-9 to override the pro-abortion governor. More Americans struggling economically A new survey from Gallup found that 49% of U.S. workers report they are struggling in their lives compared to 46% who report they are thriving. Between 2009 and 2019, nearly 60% of Americans said they were thriving. Most U.S. workers say it is a bad time to find a quality job. This was especially true for workers with a college degree or above. A majority of workers also said they were actively looking for a new job. This was especially true of younger generations. Barna: 40% of Protestant pastors see higher engagement from Gen Z A new survey from the Barna Group found that younger generations are becoming more engaged with their church. The study asked over 500 Protestant senior pastors about church engagement over the last year. Over 40 percent of pastors reported higher engagement from Generation Z who are 14 to 29, and Millennials, who are 30 to 45. A similar number reported higher engagement from young men. The study noted, “The story of the next generation and the church is still unfolding. But according to pastors across the country, signs of new engagement are beginning to appear.” Samuel Morse, Christian inventor of Morse Code, died on this date And finally, today is the anniversary of the death of Samuel Morse. Does that last name ring a bell? The American inventor died on April 2, 1872. Before becoming an inventor, Morse was known as a painter, even gaining admittance to the British Royal Academy of Arts. Later in life, he would make key contributions to the design and deployment of the telegraph system. He also co-developed the code that bears his name. Morse code would become the primary language for telegraphy and is still used to this day. Notably, Morse was a devout Christian who gave glory to God for his inventions. Psalm 115:1 says, “Not to us, O LORD, not to us, but to Your name give glory, for the sake of Your steadfast love and Your faithfulness!” Close And that's The Worldview on this Thursday, April 2nd, in the year of our Lord 2026. 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. Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.
More American ground forces are heading to the Mideast, even as the president talks about a peace deal, teases what he calls a "big present" from Iran and declares victory (again). Plus, Democrats have just flipped a deep-red Florida House district that includes Mar-a-Lago in a special election. CNN's John King has the latest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
More Americans are blaming the AI infrastructure expansion for rising electricity bills. Our Head of Public Policy Research Ariana Salvatore explains how the topic may influence policy announcements ahead of the midterm elections.Read more insights from Morgan Stanley.----- Transcript -----Ariana Salvatore: Welcome to Thoughts on the Market. I'm Ariana Salvatore, Head of Public Policy Research for Morgan Stanley. Today I'll be talking about the relationship between affordability, the data center buildout, and the midterm elections. It's Wednesday, February 18th at 10am in New York. Markets and voters continue to grapple with questions on AI, including its potential scope, impact, and disruption across industries. That's been a clear theme on the policy side as voters seem to be pushing back against AI development and data center buildout in particular. In key states, voters are associating the rise in electricity bills with AI infrastructure – and we think that could be an important read across for the midterm elections in November. Now to be sure, electricity inflation has stayed sticky at around four to 5 percent year-over- year, and our economists expect it to remain in that range through this year and next. Nationally the impact of data centers on electricity prices has been relatively modest so far, but regionally, the pressure has been more visible. To that point, a recent survey in Pennsylvania found that nearly twice as many respondents believe AI will hurt the economy as it will help. More than half – 55 percent – think AI is likely to take away jobs in their own industry, and 71 percent said they're concerned about how much electricity data centers consume. But this isn't just a Pennsylvania story. In other battleground states like Arizona and Michigan, voters have actually rejected plans to build new data centers locally. So, what could that mean for the midterm elections? Think back to the off-cycle elections in November of last year. Candidates who ran on this theme of affordability and actually pushed back against data center construction tended to do pretty well in their respective races. Looking ahead to the midterm elections later this year, we see two clear takeaways from a policy perspective. First, it's important to note that more of the policy action here will actually continue to be at the local rather than federal level. Some states with heavy data center build out – so Georgia, Michigan, Ohio, and Texas among others – are now debating who should pay for grid upgrades. Federal proposals on this topic are still pretty nascent and fragmented. Meanwhile, public utility commissions in states like Georgia, Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana have adopted or proposed large load tariffs. These require data centers to shoulder more upfront grid costs; or can reflect conditional charges like long-term contracts, minimum demand charges, exit fees or collateral requirements – all of which are designed to prevent costs from spilling over to households. And secondly, because of that limited federal action, we expect the Trump administration to continue leaning on other levers of affordability policy, where the president actually does have some more unilateral control. We've been expecting the administration to continue focusing on broader affordability areas ranging from housing to trade policy, as we've said on this podcast in the past. That dynamic is especially relevant this week as the Supreme Court could rule as soon as Friday on whether or not the president has the authority under IEEPA to impose the broad-based reciprocal tariffs. The administration thus far has been projecting a message of continuity. But we've noted that a decision that constrains that authority could give the president an opportunity to pursue a lighter touch tariff policy in response to the public's concerns around affordability. That's why we think the AI infrastructure buildout debate will continue to be a flashpoint into November, especially in the context of rising data center demand. Next week, when the president delivers his State of the Union address, we expect to hear plenty about not just affordability, but also AI leadership and competitiveness. But an equally important message will be around the administration's potential policy options to address its associated costs. That tension between AI supremacy and rising everyday costs for voters will be critical in shaping the electoral landscape into November. Thanks for listening. As a reminder, if you enjoy Thoughts on the Market, please take a moment to rate and review us wherever you listen; and share Thoughts on the Market with a friend or colleague today.
More American women are single than ever before, but our financial system is still built for couples. In this episode, Jean Chatzky sits down with finance journalist and author Renée Sylvestre-Williams to unpack the hidden financial penalties of being single (aka The Singles Tax) and what solo earners can do to protect themselves, build wealth, and plan for retirement on their own terms. We're talking about: What the “Singles Tax” really is—and where it hits hardest Why single women may need larger emergency funds and more downside protection Renting vs. buying: how to decide what's right for you The most overlooked tax strategies for single women The biggest retirement planning mistake single women make
Has real estate finally bottomed? Ben Miller, CEO of Fundrise (managing over $7B in real estate), says it's so. And he's not just talking about commercial real estate. If true, one particular type of real estate investment could do exceptionally well over the next year, but most people (even Dave!) are going in a different direction. Where could the next big real estate boom happen? We're getting into it! To continue this prediction season, Ben joins us to walk through a few crucial economic outlooks that could greatly affect the housing market. From AI stunting hiring to inflation actually going down (below 2%!), American wage trends changing dramatically, and the assets that will perform best, we're getting his take as someone who manages billions of dollars in real estate. Want mortgage rates to go down? We need lower inflation, and Ben says there's good news on the horizon for stable prices. New technology adoption could lead to much lower inflation (even deflation in some cases). Could this be what reignites the housing market as mortgage rates react to a more stable economy? Ben gives his full take, with some surprises even Dave wasn't prepared for. In This Episode We Cover The bottom for real estate prices? Why Ben thinks it's here (or very close) The end of runaway inflation: How AI could kill the concern over rising costs More Americans making less, and what happens when AI takes tens of millions of jobs The one type of residential real estate that is poised to perform best in 2026 A new AI tool that could be pivotal for rental property investing research And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-1215 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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