Podcasts about reserves

Fr. Michael Duesterhaus was ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Arlington in 1991. He spent 27 years, Active and Reserves, as a Naval Chaplain, mostly serving with units of the U.S. Marine Corps. Father has presented over 125 formal cases before Tribunals of seven dioceses of the United States. He currently serves as Parochial Vicar at St. John the Baptist Parish in Front Royal, Virginia. In Today's Show: Do you have to love everyone to get to heaven?   Why is God more wrathful in the Old Testament? To what extent do we defend our faith? Is it OK for a Catholic layman to attend a Bar Mitzvah / Bat Mitzvah? What should a eucharistic minister do when they drop the consecrated host? Can you please help me with a complicated family situation? Is it ever licit for a non-service animal to be in the sanctuary during a Catholic Mass? If not, what can be done about it? ​​If someone has autism or ADHD, and they feel rejected by others within their church community because of their struggles and for being different, how can they see God in this? ​​​​What do you think is causing young people to be more and more interested in the Church?   Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

RNT: Iran, Trump, Venezuela, oil reserves, social security, and a surprise

June is in the air! This month, Another disagreement with gravity; blood work and how to avoid it; a warm, family-friendly round of Snack Food Copy; Pride Month discussion and the Alex in DC; the foibles and missteps of CH LLC; sad news out of J-Rock; Nicholas Cage's beloved Japanese toy commercial; celebrating the DQXII announcement 5th Anniversary with another DQXII announcement; the ongoing handheld quandary; Resident Evil Requiem Downloadable Contents, and returning home to Vana'diel! This podcast would have gotten you ejected from the 1986 World Series. ====MUSIC====  the pillows - Good Dreams

Book a call: https://remnantfinance.com/calendar Out Print the Fed with a 1% target per week: https://remnantfinance.com/optionsEmail us at info@remnantfinance.com or visit https://remnantfinance.com for more informationFOLLOW REMNANT FINANCEYoutube: @RemnantFinance (https://www.youtube.com/@RemnantFinance)Facebook: @remnantfinance (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560694316588)Twitter: @remnantfinance (https://x.com/remnantfinance)TikTok: @RemnantFinanceDon't forget to hit LIKE and SUBSCRIBE_____________________________In this episode, We get a rare mid-deployment check-in with Brian, calling in from a hotel room in southern Israel. Before they get to the business of insurance and estate planning, the two cover a lot of ground: the culture shock of living overseas, why the right has lost the moral high ground on insider trading, how cheap drones are quietly dismantling the aircraft carrier model, and the retention crisis brewing across the military. Then they bring it home to what matters most for the Remnant audience, the hard financial lessons that hit different when you are sitting in a war zone with an unfunded trust. If you have been putting off funding your trust or teaching your spouse how the system works, this episode is the wake-up call.Chapters:00:00 – Opening segment01:30 – Culture shock and the concept of being a "friar" 04:00 – Throwing elbows: comparing direct cultures abroad 06:30 – No personal boundaries and the bluntness spectrum 08:55 – What is the mission? 11:20 – The right's lost moral high ground on insider trading 14:40 – Prediction markets and the insider trading loophole 17:05 – Regret over the vote and the case against federal elections 18:50 – The Massie primary and the most expensive race in history 20:00 – The retention crisis: what the Guard and Reserves were meant to be 24:00 – No emotional stake: why this war won't swell the ranks 27:40 – How cheap drones defeated the aircraft carrier model 31:50 – They waived the vax mandate the moment they needed bodies 33:10 – Brian's decision36:50 – Prepare your spouse to be a widow: the unfunded trust problem 40:30 – Does your wife know how to take a policy loan? 43:05 – The 72-hour power-kill drill and survival planning 44:25 – Closing segmentKey Takeaways:An unfunded trust is the same as no trust. Brian admits his own trust is not properly funded, and now, deployed and off the grid, he cannot fix it. Funding the trust is the step everyone pushes to "next Friday" until life makes it impossible.Your life insurance living benefits only help your family if they know how to use it. Both Hans and Brian confess their wives have never been walked through the mechanics of taking a policy loan. Knowing what a policy loan is and knowing which buttons to click are two very different things.Prepare your spouse to be a widow before you think you need to. Nelson Nash did this late in life. The point stands at any age: your spouse should know where the documents are, how the system works, and what to do in an emergency, long before that emergency arrives.Run the drill while the stakes are low. Kill the main breaker for 72 hours and find the holes in your family's preparedness before a real crisis exposes them. The same logic applies financially: have your spouse take the next policy loan so the knowledge is real, not theoretical.

We're talking about whether DC is in for a tax hike, we're talking about what's missing in some of the Trump administration's park makeovers, and we'll try to read the tea leaves about where DC candidates are planning their election night parties. Plus, in a members-only fourth segment, we'll get into the proposal to bring a giant homeless shelter to the HUD building.  Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter City Cast DC. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: (202) 642-2654. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month.  Learn more about the sponsors of this June 12th episode: Folger Shakespeare Library Mugsy Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

Michael Bernstam reveals that China has significantly reduced its oil imports by nearly half by drawing on massive strategic reserves of 1.4 billion barrels and increasing electric vehicle adoption. Simultaneously, the U.S. has reached record domestic oil production of nearly 14 million barrels per day. These factors combined help lower global oil prices despite declining inventories in other OECD countries. (10)1903

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FORMAT Michael Bernstam Michael Bernstam explains how China's massive oil reserves and 70% electric vehicle adoption have drastically reduced their oil imports. This shift lowers global prices, benefiting developing nations while matching the entire Western world's reserves.

Fr. Michael Duesterhaus was ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Arlington in 1991. He spent 27 years, Active and Reserves, as a Naval Chaplain, mostly serving with units of the U.S. Marine Corps. Father has presented over 125 formal cases before Tribunals of seven dioceses of the United States. He currently serves as Parochial Vicar at St. John the Baptist Parish in Front Royal, Virginia. In Today's Show: How can we get more Catholics to attend Mass? What is a good Catholic response to those who support Planned Parenthood because they help prevent STD's? Do the intentions that we hold privately during the Mass have the same weight as those that are announced during the Mass? Are personal vows to God binding? What is the difference between solemnities and feasts? Is putting religious stickers up in public a sin? Can mortal sins be forgiven outside of confession? What is the retirement process like for priests? Why do Catholics wear the Crucifix?  Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

In parts of Vancouver, zoning regulations have historically limited the height and density of new buildings, often to single-family homes with a yard. Reserves though, are not bound by these regulations. Lori Wilson reads The Squamish Nation's Impossibly Simple Solution to Vancouver's Housing Crisis by Alex Mayyasi About AMIAMI is a not-for-profit media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians who are blind or partially sighted. Operating three broadcast services, AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French, AMI's vision is to establish and support a voice for Canadians with disabilities, representing their interests, concerns and values through inclusion, representation, accessible media, reflection, representation and portrayal.Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+Learn more at AMI.caConnect with Accessible Media Inc. online:X /Twitter @AccessibleMediaInstagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audioFacebook at @AccessibleMediaIncTikTok @AccessibleMediaIncEmail feedback@ami.ca Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan and Dana talk with National Correspondent Rory O'Neill about warnings from the oil industry that fuel prices could rise in the coming weeks, as U.S. petroleum reserves have fallen to their lowest levels since 2004. They discuss the potential impact on gas prices, energy markets, and consumers as supply concerns continue to grow.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Canada enters a "technical" recession. The curious case of the Bank of Canada's gold reserves. The Bitcoin bear market deepens. Canada has the second largest Natural Gas reserves in the world. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings! For Mortgage Brokers: https://www.neighbourhood.com/looniehour-brokersFor Investors and Advisors: https://www.neighbourhood.com/looniehourJoin Seeking Alpha Premium And Get 25% Off Today!: https://link.seekingalpha.com/52636H6/4G6SHH/✉️ Media & Real Estate Inquiries: steve@stevesaretsky.comStay up to date with our information -

Krystal and Saagar discuss Pratt slipping in LA as Trump claims it's rigged, Lebanon ceasefire falls apart, US oil reserves 22 year low. Ken Klippenstein: https://www.kenklippenstein.com/ To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show AD FREE, uncut and 1 hour early visit: www.breakingpoints.com Merch Store: https://shop.breakingpoints.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(6) Michael Bernstam notes the OECD's warning of global recession if the Gulf energy crisis persists. While the US is depleting strategic reserves to maintain supply, it is also increasing domestic production. High prices are triggering "demand destruction," where consumers shift to public transport to mitigate energy costs.

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Over in the US, oil reserves fell by 9.1 million barrels last week as the conflict in the Middle East continues. As of May 22, the US Strategic Petroleum Reserve held 365 million barrels, down from 413 million at the beginning of 2026. US correspondent Dan Mitchinson says experts have warned the reserves are days away from dropping further - and emergency supplies are getting lower. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 29, 2026 – Dan Steffens says that we are facing an impending supply shock in the oil markets, with rapid global inventory drawdowns pointing to higher oil prices, rationing, and severe shortages—especially in Europe and Asia—as early as...

In this episode, Ryne Ferguson and Ayrton King dive into the often-debated topic of “Zoo, Game Reserves & Sanctuaries. What's the difference?” Through an open and honest conversation, they explore the key differences between these environments while also highlighting the many similarities they share in animal welfare, conservation, education, and daily care.The discussion sheds light on the vital roles played by animal keepers, reserve staff, trainers, veterinarians, and conservation teams who work tirelessly behind the scenes to provide animals with the highest standard of care possible under human management.Ryne and Ayrton also tackle common misconceptions surrounding zoological facilities and game reserves, offering listeners a deeper understanding of the dedication, expertise, and responsibility involved in caring for animals ethically and responsibly.This episode provides a balanced perspective on both industries while encouraging thoughtful conversations about animal welfare, conservation, and the people who dedicate their lives to protecting and caring for wildlife.

New military action between the US and Iranian forces is reigniting questions about the fragile ceasefire between both countries. We explain why the US emergency oil stockpile have fallen significantly below pre-war levels. A likely winner has emerged from the redistricting war between Republicans and Democrats. A new generation of users has found a way to engage in online gambling — and it's raising new ethical questions. Plus, a former first lady is opening up about the debate performance that changed her husband's political career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 357 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast brings back our popular "Under the Radar" segment where we find out more about up-and-coming competition teams. Jordan Williams and Richard Smith comprise BBQ Pit Bros out of Des Moines, Iowa. They began cooking KCBS backyard comps in 2021 and, after multiple Grand Championships and Reserves, the team has taken the plunge into the KCBS 4-Meat Masters Series in 2026. Jordan and Richard talk about the journey and how their contrasting personalities keep the team in balance. We also talk about the growing popularity of high school BBQ with Chuck Simpson, head coach of the Missouri champion Osceola High School "Serial Grillers," an all-girl  team comprised of three freshmen and a senior. Chuck and wife Jessica also organized the mid-July KCBS Masters and Backyard doubleheader "Smokin' on the Osage" in their hometown. This will be the 8th annual and Chuck is pleading with teams to avoid waiting until the last minute to enter, so he and Jessica can plan with less stress. The entry form and info can be found at smokinontheosage.com. The co-hoists review their Memorial Day cooking plans and go through "news and notes" from the BBQ world in the opening segment, with a quick look at sports to close things out.  A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions  The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked  The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq  Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq  Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great week! #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm

In episode 180, we talk with Tad Stoermer about his book A Resistance History of the United States - the buried stories, the patriot mythology used to contain dissent, and the principles history offers us for meeting the moment we're living through right now.Tad Stoermer is a public historian who trained at the University of Virginia, Johns Hopkins, and Harvard, with a particular focus on Colonial and Revolutionary America. He is also a former congressional staffer and speechwriter, and he served in the US Army and Reserves as a reconnaissance scout. He currently lives in Denmark.Resources: * Tad's Website - Buy A Resistance History of the United States here!* Social Media* Instagram* TikTok* YouTube* BlueskyWe're bringing together digital creators from across the state to build a powerful digital organizing network called Ohio Creators for Progress. Support and donate to this effort below! ⬇️Connect with United SHE Stands:* Substack* Instagram* TikTok* YouTube* Threads* Buy us a coffee ☕️This episode was edited by Kevin Tanner. Learn more about him and his services here:* Website* Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.unitedshestands.com/subscribe

The “Henssler Money Talks” hosts take a practical look at emergency funds, including how liquid they really need to be, whether keeping everything in cash still makes sense, and what truly qualifies as a financial emergency. They also discuss realistic strategies for building a reserve over time when balancing competing priorities like debt repayment, investing, and retirement savings.Original Air Date: May 23, 2026Read the Article: https://www.henssler.com/before-you-chase-returns-build-reserves

Jason Steele hasn't paid for a flight or hotel in 20 years — and he has a family of five. In this episode, the credit card expert, Card Con founder, and author of Travel for Free breaks down exactly how military service members can build a sustainable points and miles strategy, avoid the money traps that sink young service members, and why the best f Spencer Reese sits down with Jason — a freelance credit card expert, founder of Card Con, and author of Travel for Free — to talk travel hacking, military credit card benefits, and building a sustainable points strategy. Topics Discussed How Jason got into Points & Miles consulting — after years of writing about award travel, people kept asking him to just tell them what to do; he turned that demand into a consulting practice What makes a great consultation client — financially responsible, pays statement balances in full, has some flexibility with cards, and is genuinely excited about travel Sustainable travel hacking over a military career — opening one card per year per spouse = up to 40 cards over a 20-year career with no annual fees and millions of points American Express and military fee waivers — Amex tends to be the most accessible issuer for young active duty members; Jason's own daughter (USAF Academy cadet) was immediately approved for the Platinum card The biggest financial mistake young service members make — buying too much car too early; the Hellcat in the parking lot vs. the Corolla driven by the commander Brokerage accounts vs. credit card rewards — a brief nod to the value of flexibility in personal finance, mirroring themes from other episodes Managing multiple credit cards — auto pay, spreadsheets, and apps like Card Pointers; focus on big-win credits first (Chase Sapphire Reserve $300 travel credit, Hilton free night certs) before chasing $7 Dunkin credits Amex Platinum airline credit hack — buy refundable Southwest tickets under $100, cancel within 24 hours; the credit triggers and the refund posts Redeeming points for others — using miles to fly family members to visit you overseas; points can be redeemed in anyone's name at no extra cost Best sweet spots mentioned — ANA (All Nippon Airways) miles for business class to Japan and Africa; United Polaris via Chase Ultimate Rewards transfer; Southwest companion pass Jason's book, Travel for Free — written for beginner to intermediate award travelers; includes personal stories, client case studies, and travel "recipes" (reusable booking frameworks for common trip types) The "how much would you travel if it were free?" question — Jason's framing for why this hobby is worth building Resources Mentioned JasonSteele.com https://jasonsteele.com— book a free 50-minute award travel consultation; link to Travel for Free Travel for Free: How to Use Points and Miles to See the World — available on Amazon Card Con https://jasonsteele.com— Jason's annual conference for credit card media professionals Card Pointers https://cardpointers.com/military— app for tracking credit card benefits and coupon book credits (military discount available) Chicago Seminars & Frequent Travel University — large conventions for award travel enthusiasts Slick Deals, Nav, SoFi — outlets where Jason currently publishes points valuations and credit card content Military Money Manual Podcast Ep. 217 — Jared Mausi flying his mom to Rome in business class using points Spencer and Jamie offer one-on-one Military Money Mentor sessions. Get your personal military money and personal finance questions answered in a confidential coaching call. militarymoneymanual.com/mentor Over 22,000 military servicemembers and military spouses have graduated from the 100% free, Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course available at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3 In the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course, you can learn how to apply for the most premium credit cards and get special military protections, such as waived annual fees, on elite cards like The Platinum Card® from American Express and the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card. https://militarymoneymanual.com/amex-platinum-military/ https://militarymoneymanual.com/chase-sapphire-reserve-military/ Military Money Manual may receive compensation from JPMC. Opinions expressed here are author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airlines or hotel chain. Learn how active duty military, military spouses, and Guard and Reserves on 30+ day active orders can get your annual fees waived on premium credit cards in the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3 If you want to maximize your military paycheck, check out Spencer's 5 star rated book The Military Money Manual: A Practical Guide to Financial Freedom on Amazon or at shop.militarymoneymanual.com. If you have a question you would like us to answer on the podcast, please reach out on instagram.com/militarymoneymanual.

Oil is global market, but reserve draws aren't as helpful as you might think.

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As the Giants' struggles continue, we are joined by Andy Baggarly of The Athletic and see how cranky he might be...we discuss the team's woes and what might be to blame. Meanwhile, Larry Krueger is still fuming about the 49ers' lack of action on the free agent market, particularly when it comes to addressing their struggling offensive line.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the Giants' struggles continue, we are joined by Andy Baggarly of The Athletic and see how cranky he might be...we discuss the team's woes and what might be to blame. Meanwhile, Larry Krueger is still fuming about the 49ers' lack of action on the free agent market, particularly when it comes to addressing their struggling offensive line.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the Iran war hits three months, oil and gas reserves are running out. Today on the show, Katie Martin speaks with the FT's energy editor Malcolm Moore about what happens when the world's energy supply buffers are gone. Also, they go long “lower-value” human capital and short barnacles. For a free 30-day trial to the Unhedged newsletter go to: https://www.ft.com/unhedgedoffer.You can email Robert Armstrong and Katie Martin at unhedged@ft.com.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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A.M. Edition for May 18. Commuters in New York face a day of chaos as the strike shutting the Long Island Rail Road goes into its third day. Plus the U.S. and China agree to launch boards of trade and investment. And while you may think fuel is expensive now, it could get a lot worse. Because global oil inventories are falling at a record pace and as WSJ correspondent Georgi Kantchev explains, that could send prices to all new highs. Daniel Bach hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if you could retire from the military at 50, bridge a decade of income, and pay less in taxes than you ever expected? It sounds too good to be true — but it's written right into the tax code. Spencer and Rob walk through exactly how a Roth conversion ladder works, who it's built for, and whether a simple brokerage account might actually beat it. Spencer Reese interviews Rob Moore, Army veteran, CFP candidate, and founder of Everman Wealth and Prosperity. Topics Discussed What a Roth Conversion Ladder is — moving funds from a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA each year before military retirement to create penalty-free supplemental income during the bridge period between military retirement and age 59½ Who it's for — service members retiring before 59½ who need to bridge their income gap, and those in the FIRE community with lower taxable income Contribution vs. Conversion — contributions can be withdrawn penalty/tax-free anytime; conversions require a five-year waiting period per conversion year The Five-Year Rule — each conversion starts its own five-year clock on January 1st of the conversion year; after five years, the converted amount can be withdrawn penalty and tax-free TSP limitations — Roth conversion ladders live entirely in the IRA universe; TSP rules are different and don't qualify (though the new TSP Roth conversion feature, live in 2026, is noted as a separate benefit) Practical example — a service member at age 49, five years from retirement, converts $20,000/year; at retirement (age 54), the first conversion is available penalty/tax-free, with each subsequent year unlocking the next rung Alternatives to the Roth ladder: Rule 72(t) / SEPP — rigid but allows early retirement account access Rule of 55 — penalty-free TSP access if retiring in the year you turn 55 Taxable brokerage account — flexible, no rules, and often more tax-efficient than people assume Brokerage vs. tax-deferred comparison — Rob's case study on a retiring O-5 showed the brokerage account came out ~$13,000 ahead in aggregate taxes over 16 years vs. a Roth conversion ladder strategy Tax bracket inflation adjustment — a reminder that brackets adjust for inflation, so projecting future RMD tax burden in today's dollar terms overstates the hit Backdoor Roth contributions — briefly mentioned as an option for those without existing traditional IRA funds; subject to the same five-year conversion rule and annual limits ($7,500/person, $15,000/couple in 2026) Resources Mentioned Fiscal Foxhole Podcast https://www.instagram.com/fiscalfoxhole— co-hosted by Rob Moore and Oman Quavo; available on all major podcast platforms Everman Wealth and Prosperity https://www.prosperwitheverman.com/— Rob's financial planning firm (Northern Virginia, fee-only) How Tax-Advantaged is Tax-Deferred? https://www.prosperwitheverman.com/podcastarticles/how-tax-advantaged-is-tax-deferred— Rob's article comparing brokerage vs. tax-deferred retirement savings Moneychimp.com  http://www.moneychimp.com — simple compound interest/tax calculator mentioned by Spencer Military Money Manual Podcast Ep. 216 — prior interview with Oman Quavo Military Money Manual Podcast Ep. 162 — backdoor Roth IRA deep dive with Brian Alf O'Neill of Winged Wealth Spencer and Jamie offer one-on-one Military Money Mentor sessions. Get your personal military money and personal finance questions answered in a confidential coaching call. militarymoneymanual.com/mentor Over 22,000 military servicemembers and military spouses have graduated from the 100% free, Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course available at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3 In the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course, you can learn how to apply for the most premium credit cards and get special military protections, such as waived annual fees, on elite cards like The Platinum Card® from American Express and the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card. https://militarymoneymanual.com/amex-platinum-military/ https://militarymoneymanual.com/chase-sapphire-reserve-military/ Military Money Manual may receive compensation from JPMC. Opinions expressed here are author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airlines or hotel chain. Learn how active duty military, military spouses, and Guard and Reserves on 30+ day active orders can get your annual fees waived on premium credit cards in the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3 If you want to maximize your military paycheck, check out Spencer's 5 star rated book The Military Money Manual: A Practical Guide to Financial Freedom on Amazon or at shop.militarymoneymanual.com. If you have a question you would like us to answer on the podcast, please reach out on instagram.com/militarymoneymanual.

Lance Gatling and Jim McTague discuss Japan's record stock market highs and strategic use of national oil reserves. Despite Middle Eastern instability, Japan maintains economic stability through subsidies, technological leadership, and careful energy diversification. (5/16)1920 GREENVILLE SC

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Udit Misra about PM Modi urging people to reduce the use of Petroleum products. While this is happening against the backdrop of the Iran war, the reason behind this is India's forex or foreign exchange reserves which have sharply depleted since the war began. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Parul Kulshrestha about cases of maternal deaths that have surfaced in Rajasthan's Kota. In these cases, women develop postpartum complications after a C-section which leads to their deaths. She shares the details of the cases and the probe in place. (16:09)Lastly, we talk about BJP governments in West Bengal and Bihar saying that the people who have been deleted from the electoral rolls after the Special Intensive Revision cannot avail government schemes in their states. (25:57)Hosted by Niharika NandaProduced by Shashank Bhargava and Niharika NandaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

To meet the demands of modern, high-intensity warfare, the U.S. Army Reserve must remake itself --"Army Reserve 4.0"-- is the finding of an Army War College integrated research project. Steve Trynosky discussed this study with authors Kiona Pritchard, Brandon Collins, and Colleen Vermeulen. They found the Army Reserve is in a "readiness trap" caused by spreading insufficient infrastructure and budget across too many formations. To address this, the team proposes a tiered readiness model: "Ready Now" for immediate response, "Expand Tomorrow" for operational depth, and "Endure Always" for a long-term strategic reserve. Beyond structural changes, the authors advocate for a "unified culture" through increased cross-pollination, such as embedding Reserve officers in active-duty units and vice versa. By offering flexible service options tailored to diverse civilian lifestyles, the Army Reserve can better retain top talent and remain an indispensable partner to the joint force in future peer conflicts. One of the things that we see here at the Army War College and out across the broader force—it's considered okay as an active duty officer to not be familiar with the reserve component. And that's a problem because the reserve components, plural, make up roughly 50% of the force. Brandon Collins is an Army lieutenant colonel and was commissioned as a Military Intelligence Officer in 2006 from Officer Candidate School and has held an array of assignments in both the Regular Army and Army Reserve, to include, most recently, CJ2X Director for Combined Joint Task Force-OIR in Baghdad, Iraq. LTC Collins holds a Juris Doctor from South Texas College of Law – Houston; a Master's Degree in Global and International Studies from the University of Kansas, and a Bachelor's Degree in Communications from Stephen F. Austin State University. He is a member of the AY26 Resident Course at the U.S. Army War College. Kiona Pritchard is a colonel and an Army Nurse Corps Officer commissioned in 2005 through the Army ROTC Green to Gold Program following several years of active duty enlisted service. She began her career in the Regular Army and later transferred to the Army Reserve becoming a Nurse Practitioner. COL Pritchard has held a variety of command, clinical, and staff assignments, most recently as Commander of the 10th Battalion, 108th Regiment, an Army Reserve instructor unit for medical non-commissioned officer professional military education and enlisted medical MOS qualification courses. Kiona holds a Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Cincinnati and Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Portland. She is a member of the AY26 Resident Course at the U.S. Army War College. Colleen Vermeulen is a colonel who earned her commission as an Army Engineer Officer from ROTC in 2004. She has held a diverse range of command and staff assignments in both the Regular Army and Army Reserve, to include, Reserve Command Engineer for Special Operations Command South and Commander, 3rd Battalion, 330th Infantry Regiment, a unique Army Reserve unit missioned to deliver Infantry One Station Unit Training. COL Vermeulen holds both a Master of Divinity and Master of Nonprofit Administration from the University of Notre Dame as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Government from Cornell University. She is a member of the AY26 Resident Course at the U.S. Army War College. Stephen Trynosky is the John Parker Chair of Reserve Component Studies at the U.S. Army War College and earned his commission as a Medical Service Corps Officer from ROTC in 1998.  He has held a diverse range of command and staff assignments in both the Regular Army and Army Reserve, to include, most recently, Senior Advisor, Professional Military Education, Office of the Secretary of War; and Commander, 993rd Medical Detachment (Veterinary Service Support). COL Trynosky holds both Juris Doctor and Master of Public Health degrees from the State University of New York at Buffalo, as well as a Master of Military Art and Science from the U.S. Army School of Advanced Military Studies and a BA in history from Saint Peter's College. He is a graduate of the AY23 Resident Course at the U.S. Army War College. Photo Credit: Created by Gemini

Episode 10: Save for Rapid Financial Independence — (10-part series finale) Jamie and Spencer close out their beginner-friendly 10-step series with the final move: saving aggressively to fast-track financial independence (FI). Topics Covered Quick recap of all 10 steps in the series (from getting the 5% Roth TSP match → building a life you want → saving enough to rapidly achieve FI) What financial independence actually means: living off your accumulated assets The 4% safe withdrawal rate and the Trinity Study (1998), pioneered by Bill Bengen How savings rate dictates years to FI: 2% → 85 yrs, 10% → 50 yrs, 15% → 41 yrs, 20% → 36 yrs, 30% → 25 yrs, 40% → 20 yrs, 50% → 17 yrs FI as optionality, not forced retirement — career flexibility, caregiving, sabbaticals, starting a business, going back to school Stat: 58% of people retire sooner than planned (health, job loss, organizational changes, unhappiness) Why not to rely solely on Social Security Military-specific advantages: low expenses on deployment, tax breaks, and stacking VA disability + pension on top of personal savings Avoiding lifestyle inflation as income grows Resources Mentioned Savings-rate-to-years-of-work chart — page 35 of Spencer's book The Military Money Manual  Trinity Study, Journal of Financial Planning (1998) — Bill Bengen's 4% rule Instagram: @MilitaryMoneyManual Email: podcast@militarymoneymanual.com   Spencer and Jamie offer one-on-one Military Money Mentor sessions. Get your personal military money and personal finance questions answered in a confidential coaching call. militarymoneymanual.com/mentor Over 22,000 military servicemembers and military spouses have graduated from the 100% free, Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course available at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3 In the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course, you can learn how to apply for the most premium credit cards and get special military protections, such as waived annual fees, on elite cards like The Platinum Card® from American Express and the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card. https://militarymoneymanual.com/amex-platinum-military/ https://militarymoneymanual.com/chase-sapphire-reserve-military/ Military Money Manual may receive compensation from JPMC. Opinions expressed here are author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airlines or hotel chain. Learn how active duty military, military spouses, and Guard and Reserves on 30+ day active orders can get your annual fees waived on premium credit cards in the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3 If you want to maximize your military paycheck, check out Spencer's 5 star rated book The Military Money Manual: A Practical Guide to Financial Freedom on Amazon or at shop.militarymoneymanual.com. If you have a question you would like us to answer on the podcast, please reach out on instagram.com/militarymoneymanual.

Central banks are buying gold at record levels while quietly reducing exposure to the U.S. dollar. China has been accumulating gold for 18 straight months—but most financial advisors are still silent.In this video, Taylor breaks down why China's gold buying is not a short-term trade, why dollar reserves are shrinking, and what this could mean for your savings, retirement, and purchasing power.Questions on Protecting Your Wealth with Gold & Silver? Schedule a Strategy Call Here ➡️ https://calendly.com/itmtrading/podcastor Call 866-349-3310 

THE PATH TO SIGNIFICANCE | Learn how to take the surplus in your business to build wealth and create freedom for yourself. Listen in as Angela and Dylan define significance as using that business as a vehicle to create freedom through assets, while addressing negative “wealth” beliefs and encouraging vulnerability in money conversations. They outline six key steps: pay yourself salary and dividends, grow business reserves to protect and seize opportunities, invest in real estate for compounding benefits beyond cash flow, build a diversified retirement portfolio as self-employed owners, insure/protect assets via liability coverage and estate planning, and make an impact through purpose, passion, and legacy.  In this episode: 00:00 Survival to Significance Path 00:20 Golden Circle Lab Takeaways 01:24 Money Talk and Honest Audits 04:00 Six Steps Overview 04:27 Defining Freedom and Wealth 07:02 Goose and Golden Eggs Framework 09:54 Pay Yourself Salary and Dividends 13:14 Reserves and Investing Basics 14:41 Reserves and Runway 15:19 Real Estate Investing Mindset 16:50 Retirement for Agents 18:35 Diversify Beyond Property 19:07 Smarter With Advisors 20:48 Protecting Your Assets 22:33 Wills and Succession 23:20 Pleasure, Passion, Purpose 28:07 Closing Resources and Next Steps   Resources and the module can be found at C21Forge.com/Money.   Subscribe to the More Than More Podcast for new weekly episodes as we discuss building meaningful and impactful businesses, careers, and lives through real estate. Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube 

John Batchelor introduces economist Michael Bernstam to discuss the impact of shifting energy markets on the American economy. While the United States possesses sufficient petroleum reserves, the experts clarify that because oil is traded as a global commodity, domestic consumers cannot escape international price hikes. These rising costs at the pump are expected to act as a catalyst for broader inflationary pressures across the country. Specifically, the Federal Reserve anticipates a measurable uptick in inflation rates due to these fluctuating energy expenses. Ultimately, the source highlights that even energy-independent nations remain vulnerable to the economic volatility of the worldwide oil market. 1/11953 LAS VEGAS ATOMIC CANNON

Nearly all the recent analysis of Venezuela has centered on crude oil and refined products, but its gas reserves shouldn't be overlooked. Today, we look at those reserves, compare domestic production and consumption, and explain how Trinidad & Tobago could play a role in boosting Venezuelan output.

What does it actually look like when a CFO gets inside a real estate investor's business and starts fixing it? In this episode of the Simple CFO Case Files, Cristina Gutierrez sits down with Simple CFO's longest-tenured CFO, Michael Hansen, to pull back the curtain on exactly how the process works — from the first 60 days to a full business transformation.Michael breaks down the most common financial pain point he sees across every client at every revenue level, why DIY Profit First almost always fails, and how a cash-first approach helped one investor go from running on $0–$10,000 in his bank account to ending every year with $200,000–$400,000 in cash reserves — with full freedom to choose his next move.Timeline Highlights[0:24] Introducing Michael Hansen and the Simple CFO Case Files format[1:38] Michael's background and the types of clients he works with[4:18] The most common financial pain point Michael sees across all client sizes[5:14] Why it always comes back to one thing: the right cash in the right place at the right time[7:48] Confidence vs. capacity: why a profitable P&L doesn't mean you can make your next move[8:50] What the first 60 days with a new client actually looks like[11:01] How Simple CFO acts as a partner inside the business, not an outside consultant[13:05] The cardinal sin: making multiple decisions with the same dollar[16:33] When and how Michael introduces the Profit First assessment and rollout plan[18:39] Why DIY Profit First almost always fails or underperforms[21:25] Grandma's envelopes meets multi-million dollar business: how Profit First really works[23:13] Why Michael starts every Profit First implementation with owner's compensation first[25:29] The Simple CFO dashboard: which 4–5 sheets Michael uses most and why[29:07] Client success story: the flipper who went from $0–$10K in the bank to $400K in reserves[31:26] How shifting from flips to wholesaling unlocked consistent cash flow[34:22] How the system held up even through a tough market yearKey TakeawaysThe universal financial pain point — at every revenue level — is not having the right cash in the right place at the right time.Profit and cash are not the same thing. A profitable P&L gives you confidence; cash gives you capacity.The first 60 days are focused on two things: getting cash position square and establishing financial clarity in the books.DIY Profit First almost always fails because business owners set allocations too aggressively too fast.Start Profit First with owner's compensation first — and base it on what the lifestyle actually costs.Making multiple decisions with the same dollar is one of the most common and costly mistakes real estate investors make.A CFO's job is to be a partner inside the business — not a consultant selling concepts from the outside.Links & ResourcesBook a free financial discovery call to work with a Simple CFO: profitrei.comClosingThanks for listening to the Simple CFO Case Files on the Profit First for Real Estate Investors podcast. If you found this helpful, make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss our guest interviews and Profit First conversations with David Richter. If you're ready to bring clarity and structure to your finances, visit profitrei.com to apply for a free financial discovery call with our team.

In this episode, Danielle Gill interviews her father, Dinesh D'Souza, about the recent Supreme Court Decision, Callais vs Louisiana, which the Court has ruled that race-based redistricting and gerrymandering is no longer, and never was, required according to the Constitution. 00:00 - Intro & Dinesh D'Souza00:30 - Callais vs Louisiana & Racial Redistricting05:50 - Gerrymandering and Race08:00 - Where Gerrymandering Will Affect the Country the Most12:10 - How Illegals Affects Gerrymandering20:30 - Democrats Strategy if They Control All Three Branches LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new YouTube episodes: https://youtube.com/@DDGShow?si=tZi5Z75O166RwXEX Watch full clips of the Danielle Gill Show here: https://rumble.com/c/DanielleDsouzaGill/videos?e9s=src_v1_cmd Find the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts:Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-danielle-gill-show/id1879812724 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3x6hMKFn1roWyzLzednxXL?si=nhZG0TauTOmkWBo_ieFhcw Follow Danielle Gill on all social platforms:X - https://x.com/danielledsouzag?s=21&t=EDXtjHM__JNF18166lWkTQInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/danielledsouzagillFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/share/14YvjS1Umni/?mibextid=wwXIfrTruth Social - https://truthsocial.com/@danielledsouzagillSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Based on the discussions from the Londinium debating society in 92 AD, experts project that the Earth will reach a tipping point for oil reserves by the end of May 2026. At this point, strategic stockpiles are expected to run out, leading to a potential crash of the global network where gasoline and diesel may become unavailable at any price. Petroleum storage has already declined by approximately 25%, causing gasoline prices to rise by 15-20% in just a few days. Analysts from Bloomberg and JP Morgan speculate that oil prices could reach between $200 and $370 per barrel, leading to a "demand crush" and a total economic crash. While the U.S. has attempted to blockade Iranian oil, it has continued to allow tankers to reach China to avoid a diplomatic failure before an upcoming summit. However, these secondary sanctions are "starving" Europe of petroleum products while China continues to receive natural gas and oil through alternative means like Russian pipelines. 1/31900 BAKU RUSSIAN EMPIRE

Step 9 in our 10-part series: build the life you want and save for it. Spencer and Jamie step away from the spreadsheet to remind listeners that financial independence is a means to an end — not the end itself. Topics covered: Why high savers can lose sight of why they're saving and fall into a "scarcity mindset" The danger of grinding toward a 20-year retirement without enjoying the journey along the way How Spencer and Jamie made the deliberate choice to spend above BAH in Hawaii — and why it was worth it The concept of Coast FI: once you've saved enough, dialing back from a 40% to a 30% savings rate may only push your FI date back by a year The transition from scarcity to abundance mindset — and why you'll inevitably spend money on things that don't bring you joy (and why that's okay) How to "test" big splurges before retirement: try the business class upgrade once, see if it's worth it to you Why spending on experiences now is an investment in understanding what actually makes you happy Don't wait until 55 or 75 to enjoy your money — build the life you want intentionally, on the way to FI Resources mentioned: The Golden Albatross by Grumpus Maximus (book on cliff-vested military pensions) Spencer and Jamie offer one-on-one Military Money Mentor sessions. Get your personal military money and personal finance questions answered in a confidential coaching call. militarymoneymanual.com/mentor Over 22,000 military servicemembers and military spouses have graduated from the 100% free, Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course available at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3 In the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course, you can learn how to apply for the most premium credit cards and get special military protections, such as waived annual fees, on elite cards like The Platinum Card® from American Express and the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card. https://militarymoneymanual.com/amex-platinum-military/ https://militarymoneymanual.com/chase-sapphire-reserve-military/ Military Money Manual may receive compensation from JPMC. Opinions expressed here are author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airlines or hotel chain. Learn how active duty military, military spouses, and Guard and Reserves on 30+ day active orders can get your annual fees waived on premium credit cards in the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3 If you want to maximize your military paycheck, check out Spencer's 5 star rated book The Military Money Manual: A Practical Guide to Financial Freedom on Amazon or at shop.militarymoneymanual.com. If you have a question you would like us to answer on the podcast, please reach out on instagram.com/militarymoneymanual.

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Fr. Michael Duesterhaus was ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Arlington in 1991. He spent 27 years, Active and Reserves, as a Naval Chaplain, mostly serving with units of the U.S. Marine Corps. Father has presented over 125 formal cases before Tribunals of seven dioceses of the United States. He currently serves as Parochial Vicar at St. John the Baptist Parish in Front Royal, Virginia. In Today's Show: How should the laity touch the sacred vessels? ​​What is meant by the “internal forum”? How many times in one day can you receive communion? What is the best way to deal with someone who has major disagreements about the Catholic Church's view on cohabitation?  How long should we tolerate those who are against the church in our lives? Is it okay to pray in front of statues or paintings of Jesus and Mary? What steps do we need to take to love Christ more? And more. Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Step 8 in our 10-part series: max out your Roth TSP. Spencer and Jamie explain the triple tax benefit military members get by combining low-taxed allowances with Roth contributions, and why maxing the TSP is a stretch goal — not a year-one expectation. Topics covered: The 2025 Roth TSP contribution limit is $23,500 (Spencer's projection for 2026: ~$24,500) Why BRS participants need to spread contributions across all 12 months to get the full match How deployed servicemembers in a Combat Zone Tax Exclusion (CZTE) area can contribute above the standard limit The triple tax benefit: BAH and BAS are untaxed allowances, Roth contributions grow tax-free, and qualified withdrawals after 59½ are tax-free What maxing looks like in practice: ~49% of base pay for an E-5 over 6, ~28% for an O-3 over 4 Why this is an "advanced" step — most Americans barely save 5% for retirement It's okay to save 20% instead of maxing out — you're just pushing your FI date back Annual contribution limits are use-it-or-lose-it — you can't recover last year's unused space Why starting early matters more than the amount, thanks to compounding Spencer's TSP max contribution chart by rank and time in service Resources mentioned: tsp.gov (to confirm current year contribution limits) militarymoneymanual.com/tsp Military Money Manual TSP max contribution chart by rank and time in service Past episodes covering TSP contributions in Combat Zone Tax Exclusion (CZTE) areas Spencer and Jamie offer one-on-one Military Money Mentor sessions. Get your personal military money and personal finance questions answered in a confidential coaching call at militarymoneymanual.com/mentor. Over 22,000 military servicemembers and military spouses have graduated from the 100% free Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course, available at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3. In the course, you can learn how to apply for the most premium credit cards and get special military protections, such as waived annual fees, on elite cards like The Platinum Card® from American Express and the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card. https://militarymoneymanual.com/amex-platinum-military/ https://militarymoneymanual.com/chase-sapphire-reserve-military/ Learn how active duty military, military spouses, and Guard and Reserves on 30+ day active orders can get annual fees waived on premium credit cards in the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3. If you want to maximize your military paycheck, check out Spencer's 5-star rated book The Military Money Manual: A Practical Guide to Financial Freedom on Amazon or at shop.militarymoneymanual.com. If you have a question you would like us to answer on the podcast, please reach out on instagram.com/militarymoneymanual. Military Money Manual may receive compensation from JPMC. Opinions expressed here are author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airlines or hotel chain.

9. GUEST: Michael Bernstam. Michael Bernstam analyzes the decline of Russia's economy, noting that its manufacturing sector is contracting. He details how the Kremlin is exhausting gold and currency reserves to finance its ongoing budget deficit. 92019

14. Jim McTague and Lance Gatling discuss soaring oil prices impacting Pennsylvania and Tokyo. They examine Japan's strategic petroleum reserves and diplomatic efforts to de-escalate Middle Eastern tensionsaffecting energy security. (14)1970 ANANDALE SOUTH CAROLINA