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Just mucking around with stories — so these are two different readings of the same story. The audio and video are separate recordings, so you can listen to the audio above on its own, or with reading the story below. Or you can watch the video. Or any combo…Click:They'd met at a café. First impressions were awful. But by coffee number three, things had reset. She'd spilled a drink on his lap. He laughed it off. She blushed and grinned. It was already a story.The click was instant. Like a fridge magnet finding its place. A done deal.One month later, they were living together — one main room and one bedroom, a third flatmate named Mike. A quiet mechanic who mostly kept to himself. Cheap rent, just for the couch, but every little bit helped them.Tama didn't have much of a job — calling himself a musician was generous. A keyboard player in a band that scored bar gigs twice a month if lucky. Miri was at polytech, studying photography. She worked harder than him, that was clear. Mike often loaned Tama money.One night, Mike brought his workmates around for drinks. Miri wandered through, taking photos, ignoring a few crude shouts. Tama came home when the drinking games were mid-chant, whisked her away for coffee and cake.It was over a slice of pecan pie that she told him.“I'm pregnant.”Tama choked. Coughed. Wiped his mouth. “Come again?”“You won't actually need to”, she said, with a laugh. “Two months,” she said more calmly.“What the fuck are we gonna do?” His voice cracked.“Become parents.”He stared at the table. His chest fluttered with something between panic and awe. “Seriously, Miri…”“I'll finish my course. You'll get a job. We'll figure it out.”And somehow, that calmed him. They hugged in the middle of the café. Someone clapped. They left grinning.Back home, Mike and the other mechanics were stoned in the lounge, listening to Genesis. Tama muted Phil mid-scream. The word “mama” left hanging in the air that night. “I'm gonna be a dad!?Mike blinked. “Huh?”“We're pregnant!” Miri confirmed.“Fuckin' A. Wanna toke?”“No thanks,” Tama said. “Big night. Early to bed for me.” He looked at Miri. “Coming?”“In a sec,” she said. “I wanna finish this roll.”He left.Mike turned to her. “You wanna toke?”“No thanks,” she said. “Weren't you listening? I'm pregnant.”“So?”“I'm having a kid, Mike. I can't smoke pot.”He shrugged.Then she walked over. Took his arm.She whispered, “it's yours”.“What?”“The baby. Mike.”He stared at her. “It was one time.”“I know!”“I was wasted. That never even… I didn't even…” He trailed off. “Fuck.”“I couldn't tell him.”“You should've. It was just once!”“I can't lose him. He's the one. He'll be an amazing dad. You know it.”He slumped into the couch. Ready now for bed also. “What are you asking me?”“Nothing. Just your silence.”He nodded. “Okay.”“And you'll move out. Before the baby's born.”Another nod.“I'll never ask for money. This is my life. His life. We'll make it work. He doesn't need to know.”“What about a paternity test?”She slapped him.He didn't flinch. Just looked at the floor. “Alright,” he said. “I'll move out.”Four months later, he did.Tama had paid him back. Gigs were steadier. He'd started giving piano lessons too. Miri finished her course, took a job at a front desk. They turned half of their bedroom into a nursery. It was working. But the baby monitor wasn't. Tama could not work out how to set that up.Trina arrived, no troubles. Seven pounds, four ounces. The couple wept. Mike visited once. Brought flowers. Held the baby longer than Miri expected.“She's got her father's eyes,” Miri said. And her father smiled.Tama had to get ready for rehearsal. But first, one more check on the baby.Mike whispered, “You think he'll ever know?”“No”, Miri hissed.Mike nodded. “He's a good dad.”Miri smiled. “He is her father.”Tama was holding Trina close, just listening. Mostly awe, not much panic. The heartbeat a tiny miracle.The baby monitor buzzed softly. Voices. Words fading in and out, but one part he heard clearly.He is her father.Sounds Good! is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Thanks for reading Sounds Good! ! This post is public so feel free to share it.Start writing today. Use the button below to create a Substack of your own Get full access to Sounds Good! at simonsweetman.substack.com/subscribe
If you've ever wondered how to actually navigate the AI revolution—without getting crushed by it—then you must hear this one. John Girard, serial tech CEO and modern-day philosopher, breaks down what most businesses are getting dangerously wrong about AI adoption—and what to do instead.This isn't just about optimizing workflows—it's really about whether your business survives the next decade. We unpack the AI enablement wave, why it's eerily similar to the dot-com boom (and bust), and how solopreneurs and Fortune 50s alike can avoid becoming obsolete. Whether you're a curious founder, a hesitant exec, or a policy-overwhelmed leader, this convo is your wake-up call.
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Repent & Have Your Sins Wiped AwayActs 3:19 "Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out”Peter is preaching repentance in this verse. He is not the first to preach about repenting and turning back to the Lord. There were many prophets in the Old Testament who preached about repentance. The one that comes to my mind first is Jonah. He knew the power of repentance, and he was asked to go and preach this message to Ninevah. However, Jonah didn't want to preach this message to Ninevah because he didn't think they were worthy of God's mercy. He didn't want God to save them. He thought they were too far gone for God to save.Have you ever felt like this? Have you ever felt like you were too far gone for God to save? Maybe you have felt like someone else was too far gone for God to save. Jonah knew how great God was. He knew if they repented and turned back to the Lord that He would save them. Yet, he decided that they didn't deserve this. He decided they were terrible people and they deserved what they had coming to them, so he fled this calling. He tried to run from the Lord. As much as I would love to judge Jonah and say how wrong he is, I think we can all relate to him.I think we have all had times when someone has done something and we don't think they deserve forgiveness or mercy. We almost don't want them to say sorry because we don't want to have to forgive them. I think we have all also been in a place where we feel God is calling us to do something, and we don't want to do it, so we try to run from that calling. We might try to hide from that calling. We know on some level that we can't really hide from God, but on another level, we really don't want to do what we are feeling called to do, so we try to hide anyway.Hiding from God won't get us anywhere we want to be. When Jonah tried to run away from his calling and hide from the Lord, he was thrown overboard from the ship he was on, swallowed up by a huge fish, and stayed in the belly of that fish for three days before he was spit out onto shore. I don't think the same would happen to us, but as you can see, nothing good will happen, that is for sure. A better idea is to talk with the Lord. Explain to Him why you don't feel you can do what He is calling you to do, and then listen to what He tells you. God is smarter than we are. He sees everything, and we only see a small fraction of things. If he is calling us to do something, there is a very good reason, and who are we to judge it? Who are we to question it?Let me get back to the verse, “"Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out” There are three things this verse is pointing out to us. The first is to repent. What does this even mean? According to the Oxford language, Repent means to feel or express sincere regret or remorse about one's wrongdoing or sin. The word repentance in the Bible literally means “the act of changing one's mind.” True biblical repentance goes beyond remorse, regret, or feeling bad about one's sin. It involves more than merely turning away from sin. Eerdmans Bible Dictionary includes this definition of repentance: “In its fullest sense it is a term for a complete change of orientation involving a judgment upon the past and a deliberate redirection for the future.”As you can see, when Peter is talking about Repentance, he is not just talking about saying I'm sorry for my sin. He is talking about changing our minds. He is talking about realizing that what we did was wrong and then changing our behavior so we don't do it again. It doesn't do us any good if we apologize to God for our sin and then go back to doing the same thing. It also doesn't do any good if we say sorry, but we don't actually think we have done anything wrong.I feel a prompting from the Holy Spirit to take a quick moment to talk about what happens when we feel the Church has rules that we don't believe in. Maybe you don't agree with all of the Church's teachings. You do your best to follow most of their rules, but some you don't understand or don't agree with, so you ignore those. You don't bring them up in confession because you don't feel you are sinning, because you don't agree with that rule or that teaching. At my retreat in April, we had a speaker who was in this boat. She was a devout Catholic and followed all the rules and teachings. However, she did not agree with the teaching on contraceptives. She felt that the church had no right to tell her what she could do with her body.If you want to hear her talk, you can find it on her website, pattyschneier. It is called Prove it God… and He did. I put a link to it in the show notes. Click Here. I don't have time to recount her whole talk to you, although I really encourage you to listen because it was so good! Even if that is not the thing you don't agree with, her talk gives you a way to talk to God about the things you don't agree with and let him teach you. Patty was set in her ways and was convinced of her stance. However, over several days, or maybe weeks, God came in and gave her an understanding she couldn't ignore. He completely changed her life, her marriage and her family in just a short time once she was ready for Him to show her the truth.God will do this for you, too! If there are teachings you don't understand, bring them to the Lord. Ask Him to show you why, help you understand, and renew your mind. You will be surprised at How He works. You will be surprised by the way He responds to you. God doesn't want our empty promises to change. He doesn't want us to say what we think He wants to hear. He wants us to truly repent, and if we think we have no reason to repent, then bring that to Him and ask Him to show us where we need to repent. If you ask, He will answer.He will show you where in your life you need to repent, or what in your life needs to change. An amazing thing about God is that He will show you where you need to change, but He will do it in such a gentle and loving way. He doesn't usually show you all the places at once. He will begin change in one area, and as you grow in that area, He might show you change in another area. Also, He won't make you do all the work on your own. If you ask God to help you make the changes, He will. What just came to mind was one of the saints. The Lord told him that He needed to change, and he told the Lord he would change, just not yet. The Lord still used him powerfully when he was ready to change.Be honest with the Lord. He knows your heart. You can't hide anything from Him. If there are things you are struggling with, bring them to Him and ask for help, knowledge, or guidance. He will help you. You don't have to do this alone. He will be happy to help you and to guide you. He is not asking for perfection. God is just asking that you try to do your best. He has so much mercy. He is so patient and so forgiving. All He wants is for us to try and for us to invite Him into the struggle so He can help us.The second thing the verse is asking us to do is to turn back to the Lord. This can be hard if whatever we did was so bad that we think we don't deserve to turn back to the Lord. God is always waiting for us to turn back to Him. He is waiting for us to come back to Him, and He is waiting with open arms. There is nothing you can do that would prevent you from coming back to the Lord if you want to. If you are sorry for what you have done, He forgives you. It is that simple. It is not complicated with the Lord. Maybe in the Old Testament, it might have been a bit harder because there were all these rules about what you needed to sacrifice in order to be forgiven. That is not the case anymore.When Jesus died for our sins, He paid the ultimate sacrifice. He fulfilled all the requirements for sacrifice. We no longer have to do anything except be sorry, change our ways, and turn back to the Lord. Some might be wondering what “turn back to the Lord” means. Does that mean I have to instantly follow all the rules and the teachings of the church? I think my answer may vary from others, but what I feel the Lord has put on my heart is no. If you are far from the Lord, if you have been away from the Church for a long time, if you aren't sure what you believe, but you want to know more. I think it is ok to invite God in and then ask Him to lead you to where you need to be.Many of us think we need to be perfect to invite God in. Many of us feel we aren't ready to go to church each week. We aren't prepared to be all in, so we can't invite God in. We think we will just disappoint Him because we aren't ready to do everything yet. God knows your heart. He knows where you are at and He is very patient. Please don't wait until you are ready to be all in before you invite God in. He wants you to invite Him into the mess. He can help you grow. He can help you overcome all the things that are standing in the way of you being with Him. He can help you, but only if you invite Him in, only if you give Him permission to work in your life. God is a gentleman, and He will not come in where He is not invited.The last thing this verse talks about is that when you repent and turn back to God, your sins will be wiped out. Did you know that God does not remember your sins once you have repented of them? Hebrews 8:12, "For I will be merciful toward their iniquities, and I will remember their sins no more.” God is merciful towards us, and He does not remember our sins. Isn't this amazing? I know you may not be able to forget all you have done, but God wipes them away. He does not remember them. Wouldn't it be great to have your slate wiped clean? Wouldn't it be great to just start fresh?This is exactly what happens when you repent and turn back to the Lord. When you go to confession, or when you sit with the Lord and tell Him all you have done, and let Him know you are sorry for all the ways you have hurt Him. In the Catholic Church, after we confess our sins, we say an Act of Contrition, and there is one line that always gets me. Here is one version of the Act of Contrition, “O my God, I am sorry and repent with all my heart for all the wrong I have done and for the good I have failed to do, because by sinning I have offended you, who are all good and worthy to be loved above all things. I firmly resolve, with the help of your grace, to do penance, to sin no more, and to avoid the occasions of sin. Through the merits of the Passion of our Savior Jesus Christ, Lord, have mercy.”The line that gets me every time is when it says, “but most of all because they offend you, my God, who are all good and deserving of all my love.” There is another version that says, “But most of all because they offend you, my God, whom I should love above all.” Every time I say that, I am reminded of how much love God has for me and how, when I sin, I am choosing something else above God. It is a pretty powerful reminder to me to choose God first. To put God first. That doesn't mean I always do, because I am human and I mess up a lot. But I love going to confession and saying the act of contrition to remind myself.Whether you go to confession with a priest or you take your sins directly to the Lord, He wants us to repent, He wants us to turn back to Him, and as soon as we do, He forgets our sins. He wipes the slate clean. It can be scary to go to confession. It can be scary to sit and think of the ways we have offended the Lord, especially if it has been awhile, or if we have never done it, and yet, once you do, you will feel this weight lifted off your shoulders. Wouldn't it be nice to have that stuff wiped clean? What are we waiting for?Dear Heavenly Father, I ask you to bless all those listening. Lord, help us understand repentance more. Help us to see all the ways we are hurting you, and help us to change. Help us to have a renewal of our minds. Help us to turn back to you, Lord. Give us the strength to turn back even if we don't feel we are worthy. Help us to repent Lord. We love you and we ask all of this in accordance with your will and in Jesus's holy name, Amen!Thank you so much for joining me on this journey to walk boldly with Jesus. I want to invite you all to mentoring this month. The theme is “Repentance.” We will dig deep and talk about God's call to repentance, God's mercy and forgiveness, Evidence of true repentance, God's joy over repentance, and how repentance leads to new life. There are five Tuesdays in June, so it is a great month to join because there is a bonus week! If you have been thinking about joining for a while, or you have been wondering what it is all about take this as your sign that you should click on the link below and check it out. Or go to the website WalkboldlywithJesus.com and click on the mentoring link. I look forward to meeting you here again tomorrow. Remember, Jesus loves you just as you are, and so do I! Have a blessed day!Today's Word from the Lord was received in October 2024 by a member of my Catholic Charismatic Prayer Group. If you have any questions about the prayer group, these words, or how to join us for a meeting, please email CatholicCharismaticPrayerGroup@gmail.com. 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The San Fransisco Standard published some sobering news for new graduates, the Forge team decided to put an AI agent in your shell, Fernando Borretti says you can choose tools that make you happy, Jujutsu's flexibility and safety changed Nathan Witmer's approach to version control, Anil Dash is as excited about MCP as almost everyone else is & Alex Kladov shares two rules of thumb around pushing "ifs" up and "fors" down.
The San Fransisco Standard published some sobering news for new graduates, the Forge team decided to put an AI agent in your shell, Fernando Borretti says you can choose tools that make you happy, Jujutsu's flexibility and safety changed Nathan Witmer's approach to version control, Anil Dash is as excited about MCP as almost everyone else is & Alex Kladov shares two rules of thumb around pushing "ifs" up and "fors" down.
The San Fransisco Standard published some sobering news for new graduates, the Forge team decided to put an AI agent in your shell, Fernando Borretti says you can choose tools that make you happy, Jujutsu's flexibility and safety changed Nathan Witmer's approach to version control, Anil Dash is as excited about MCP as almost everyone else is & Alex Kladov shares two rules of thumb around pushing "ifs" up and "fors" down.
al-Mugheera Ibn Shu'ba رضي الله عنه (S13) al-Mugheera رضي الله عنه narrates: “The Messenger ﷺ performed wudhu and wiped over his Jawrabayn and his sandles”. This Hadith is the only ‘Sahih' report regarding the wiping over normal socks. However, the shuyukh, such as Imam Ahmed, Sufyan at-Thawri (r.h) have stated this Hadith is infact weak. This is due to 2 narrators in the Hadith chain who used the word ‘Jawrabayn' I.e normal socks, but the Hadith mentions ‘Huff' I.e leather socks. Thus it is agreed that one can only wipe over leather socks, and not normal socks as we see today. Hasan al-Basri (r.h): “70 companions رضي الله عنهم told me that The Messenger ﷺ wiped over leather socks”. One cannot wipe over leather socks if a bath is needed - wiping can only be done for wudhu. Mugheera رضي الله عنه elucidated that it is sunnah to wipe over the right foot with the right hand, and wipe over the left foot with the left hand. The Messenger ﷺ recieved leather socks [Huff] as a gift from Negus (r.h).
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In this explosive episode of Tickers, Dr. Matthew Preston & Dr. Thaon Simms analyze NCB Financial Group's dramatic stock decline from $65 APO price to $46 and potentially lower!
Amidst all this, King Charles has empowered William to make significant changes to the monarchy, as a source revealed, "William would never allow Harry to be in line for the British throne, and he's ready to take the measures to ensure that."Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
In this episode of the Unemployable Podcast, we unpack the fallout from the Australian election and what it really means for entrepreneurs, investors, and working Australians. From the threat of new tax policies to the growing cost of living, we discuss why now is the time to take action; not sit on the sidelines. You'll hear real stories of wealth moves being made, how Mark doubled his money through options trading, why one couple is leaving Australia entirely, and how to actually build financial freedom through property, Bitcoin, or business. If you're serious about leveling up in uncertain times, this is your blueprint.
San Francisco's property tax appeals just EXPLODED to the highest level since the Great Recession, with owners demanding $52.3 BILLION in valuation cuts. Is anyone surprised when buildings are selling for 90% discounts? From the Warriors seeking $1 billion off Chase Center's assessment to Salesforce Tower asking for $564 million in reductions, the city's facing a $600 million potential tax revenue wipeout while already drowning in an $800 million deficit. Officials claim a potential 'turnaround' while commercial vacancy rates hover at a staggering 34% and taxpayers foot the bill for their delusions. Is this the bottom of the doom loop, or just another chapter in the city's financial free fall? Like, share, and subscribe to keep up with the government waste your local officials don't want you to see.
Imagine a giant asteroid hurtling toward Earth, just like the one that wiped out the dinosaurs 65 million years ago. Would you survive such a cataclysmic event? In this video, we'll explore what it would take to make it through the massive explosion, firestorms, and global darkness that followed. Could modern technology and our survival instincts help us outlast the dinosaurs, or would we face the same fate? Get ready to dive into a world-ending scenario and see if you'd have what it takes to survive. It's time to find out if you're tough enough to withstand the ultimate test of survival! #brightside Animation is created by Bright Side. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Music from TheSoul Sound: https://thesoul-sound.com/ Listen to Bright Side on: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0hUkPxD... Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Social Media: Facebook - / brightside Instagram - / brightside.official Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@brightside.of... Snapchat - / 1866144599336960 Stock materials (photos, footages and other): https://www.depositphotos.com https://www.shutterstock.com https://www.eastnews.ru ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For more videos and articles visit: http://www.brightside.me Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
GovClose is the fastest way to break into federal sales — or scale it.Whether you're starting out or already selling, our certification gives you the system, tools, and training to win contracts now.Start here: https://www.govclose.com/sales-certificationThe federal government is overhauling how it buys from businesses — and GSA Schedules are becoming the new gatekeepers. In this powerful interview with former GSA senior official Kevan Kivlan, we reveal:How Trump's Executive Order accelerated federal acquisition reformWhy AI and tech are speeding up the buying processHow GSA grew by nearly 50% — and what it means for small businessesThe real reason why getting a GSA Schedule now could decide your survivalHow companies without GSA access may be completely locked outWhat you must do today to stay in the federal marketIf you think the old ways of selling to the government still work, you're about to get wiped out.Free Book Download: https://www.dodcontract.com/Chapters00:00 - The GSA Wave Is Already Here03:22 - Trump's Executive Order: The Game-Changer Nobody Noticed06:45 - Why GSA Schedules Are No Longer Optional09:58 - AI Is Taking Over Federal Acquisitions (Faster Than You Think)13:12 - How GSA Grew 50% — And What It Means For You16:41 - Contractors Without GSA Access Will Be Left Behind19:55 - The Brutal Timeline To Get On GSA (12 Months or More!)23:16 - New Federal Contracting: Winners vs Losers27:40 - What Smart Companies Are Doing Right Now31:00 - Final Warning: Get GSA Ready Or Get Wiped Out#GSASchedule #GovernmentContracting #FederalContracts #GovClose #GovCon
A Harvard scientist, Dr John Brandenburg believes the red color of Mars could be evidence of a catastrophic nuclear event & that an ancient Martian civilization was wiped out by a nuclear attack. April 14th 2025 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ | Website | Facebook | Podcast | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Monday, global stocks whipsawed over President Trump's tariffs, a bear market briefly became official in the United States and tit-for-tat retaliation with China intensified.As trillions of dollars in corporate value evaporates and Mr. Trump's support in the business world is cracking, even Republican members of Congress are debating whether to take away the president's power to wage a trade war.Andrew Ross Sorkin, who covers business and policy, and Jonathan Swan, who covers the White House, talk through the tumultuous past few days on the stock market.Guest:Andrew Ross Sorkin, a columnist and the founder and editor-at-large of DealBook, which publishes the flagship business and policy newsletter of The New York Times.Jonathan Swan, a White House reporter for The New York Times.Background reading: DealBook: Does Mr. Trump Have an “Off Ramp”?What is a bear market? Are we in one?China says it will “fight to the end” after Mr. Trump threatens more tariffs.For more information on today's episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. Photo: Timothy A. Clary/Agence France-Presse — Getty Images Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Australia hasn't been immune to the wild ride on global markets - with around 120-million Australian dollars wiped from the local sharemarket on Monday. Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen.
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Trump says the falling markets are the medicine needed to fix a problem...
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A beautiful thing to behold? This is how U.S. President Donald Trump described the long-term effects of his tariffs after trillions of dollars were wiped off global stock markets. Asian markets saw steep drops this morning as exchanges reopened for the first time since Trump's latest tariff gambit. China swiftly hit back on Friday with strong and expansive countermeasures, including additional tariffs of 34 percent on all U.S. imports starting on April 10th. How will Trump's tariffs impact the average Americans? Can these tariffs really make America great again in the long run?
Like you, I’ve seen the reports about the hemorrhaging of the American stock market, and wondered where this is going to lead. I can’t get my head around what it all means that trillions of dollars have been wiped from the American stock exchange. And as we record this, we’re being warned that the Australian share market is in for a bloodbath.Today, deputy business editor Clancy Yeates, on where Trump’s trade war will leave Australia’s economy, both in the short term, and the longer term. And whether this foreshadows a global financial crisis.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Like you, I’ve seen the reports about the hemorrhaging of the American stock market, and wondered where this is going to lead. I can’t get my head around what it all means that trillions of dollars have been wiped from the American stock exchange. And as we record this, we’re being warned that the Australian share market is in for a bloodbath.Today, deputy business editor Clancy Yeates, on where Trump’s trade war will leave Australia’s economy, both in the short term, and the longer term. And whether this foreshadows a global financial crisis.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, Derek and Jay explore predominantly Black towns that were deliberately wiped off the map #TruthInHistory #ForgottenCommunities #BlackTownsMatter #ErasedHistory #blackhistory #canadianblackhistory #blackhistorymonth #podcast #oklahoma #rosewood
Staying with tariffs, and they wiped out about $10 trillion worth of value from the United States' S and P 500 in the space of two days. Craigs Investment Partners investment advisor Mark Lister spoke to Corin Dann.
Global markets took a hit after Trump’s tariff announcement, with the Aussie market initially plunging 2.1%—wiping nearly $50 billion off its value—before recovering slightly to a 1% loss ($23 billion). Investors reacted sharply to new baseline 10% tariffs on all countries and much higher levies on major trading partners like China, triggering fears of a trade war. Defensive stocks like consumer staples provided rare bright spots, while energy, tech, and mining stocks suffered. Gold surged to a record high, benefiting gold miners, while agriculture and luxury retail stocks with US exposure tumbled. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As the Liberals ride strong, support for the NDP is collapsing. Most polls now show their support at less than 10 per cent — half of what it was just three months ago. Some data suggest they could lose three quarters of their seats in the house, and that they're at risk of losing official party status.How did the New Democrats get here? Why hasn't leader Jagmeet Singh been able to turn policy wins for the party into electoral success? And where do they go from here?Today we're joined by two people who have been following the NDP for a long time. Jordan Leichnitz is a former NDP senior strategist, and David Moscrop is a political commentator.For transcripts of Front Burner, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcripts
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The stock market has been in free fall over the last four weeks, wiping out over $5 trillion in market value. The S&P 500 has entered correction territory, falling more than 10% from its February highs, while major stocks like Nvidia, Tesla, Amazon, and Apple have been hit hard. Investors are wondering: Is this just the beginning of a bigger crash, or is this a major buying opportunity?In this episode, we break down:o Why the stock market is dropping – The real reasons behind this sell-offo The impact of tariffs, inflation fears, and slowing economic growtho Key technical levels on the S&P 500 (SPX) – Will the 50-day moving average hold?o Investor sentiment and how fear is driving the marketo A look at the Magnificent 7 stocks – Are Tesla, Nvidia, and Amazon now a buy?o What history tells us about past corrections and reboundso Smart investing strategies – Should you buy the dip or wait for more downside?Top Headlineso $5.28 trillion in market value erased in three weekso Four consecutive weeks of losses for the S&P 500 and Nasdaqo Dow had its worst week since March 2023o Russell 2000 fell over 18% since November, nearing bear market territoryo Consumer sentiment is at its lowest level since 2022o Gold prices hit $3,000 for the first time everWhat's Next for the Stock Market?o Federal Reserve decisions: Will interest rates stay high or are cuts coming?o Upcoming CPI and PPI inflation report – A major factor in market directiono Earnings season approaching: Will companies revise their guidance lower?With the S&P 500 testing key support at the 50-day moving average, this could be a critical moment for investors. If this level holds, the market may start recovering. If it breaks, we could see more downside, creating better entry points.Don't forget to like, subscribe, and comment – Are you buying the dip, or waiting for lower prices?**Support the Stream By Shopping at Our Store** Buy Your Financial Mirror Gear: https://www.thefinancialmirror.org/shop YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thefinancialmirrorRumble: https://rumble.com/TheFinancialMirrorFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefinancialmirr0rX: https://twitter.com/financialmirr0rInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefinancialmirror/Podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/thefinancialmirrorIf you are in need of a Financial Coach, don't waste another day of being in debt, not planning for retirement, or simply wondering where your money went each month. Today is the day to take control of your finances and I can help, no issue is too big or too small. Contact me at https://www.thefinancialmirror.org/#StockMarket #Investing #StockMarketCrash #SP500 #NASDAQ #MarketCorrection #Finance #Stocks #EconomicNews #StockMarketNews #Trading #StockAnalysis #MarketUpdate #StockMarketToday #SPX #Nvidia #Tesla #Amazon #Apple #Magnificent7 #Inflation #FederalReserve #InterestRates #Tariffs #Recession #MarketVolatility #Gold #Crypto #DowJones #StockTrading #BuyTheDip #StockMarketUpdate #TechnicalAnalysis #StockInvestor #WealthBuilding
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Summary In this episode of Armed American Radio, host Mark Walters discusses various political and social issues, including Zelensky's controversial visit to the Oval Office, the implications of gun-free zone legislation in Wyoming, and the role of third-party intervention in violent situations. The conversation also touches on California's new self-defense laws and the broader implications of these legislative changes on individual rights and public safety. Armed American Radio, Mark Walters, Zelensky, Ukraine, gun rights, Wyoming, self-defense, California, legislation, political commentary Takeaways Mark Walters emphasizes the importance of freedom and the right to bear arms. Zelensky's visit to the Oval Office was marked by tension and political implications. Gun-free zones have historically failed to keep people safe, according to the discussion. The conversation highlights the need for self-defense laws that empower individuals. California's AB 1333 raises concerns about the rights of crime victims to defend themselves. The political landscape surrounding gun rights is evolving, especially in states like Wyoming. Walters critiques the media's portrayal of the Ukraine situation and its leaders. The role of third-party intervention in violent situations is complex and fraught with risks. Listeners are encouraged to engage with the content and share their thoughts on social media. The episode underscores the ongoing debate over individual rights versus government control.
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Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found Click On Picture To See Larger PictureThe EV market is falling apart, another manufacture goes belly up. Illegals have been taken American jobs. Trump shutdown the congestion price in NYC. Inflation is back and the Fed is caught in a trap. Trump says its Biden fault, and it is. Trump has set the stage with more tariffs. The [DS] is now pushing protests in multiple cities, they are panicking because Trump cannot be stopped. Trump just signed more EO and he has wiped out 90 years of [DS] power. The executive branch is changing, Trump and the patriots are taking back control. The people in the end will see the criminal activity. Trump is letting the [DS] destroy themselves. (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:13499335648425062,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-7164-1323"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="//cdn2.customads.co/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); Economy https://twitter.com/disclosetv/status/1892206394511647184 https://twitter.com/WallStreetApes/status/1891860052631269819 making electric cars. Today immigration came and hundreds of people left running, jumping fences” “Who do not have documents, who do not have legal status in America” It seems you're celebrating the recent news about congestion pricing in New York City! As of today, February 19, 2025, the Trump administration has indeed moved to rescind federal approval for the program, which was designed to charge drivers a $9 fee to enter Manhattan below 60th Street during peak hours. The decision, announced earlier today, has sparked a mix of reactions—some see it as a victory for drivers and small businesses, while others argue it jeopardizes billions in funding for the city's subway and bus systems. The program's termination is already facing pushback, with the MTA filing a lawsuit to keep it alive, claiming it's been a success in reducing traffic and boosting transit use. What's your take on this twist? Are you relieved, or do you think there's more to the story? The Fed Has Stopped Pretending That Price Inflation Is Going Away So much for the Fed's dog-and-pony show of late summer 2024 when Jerome Powell repeatedly assured the public that the economy was in great shape and that price inflation was rapidly disappearing. What the Fed Should Do Source: zerohedge.com Trump says ‘inflation is back': ‘I had nothing to do with it' President Trump is seeking to distance himself from a rise in inflation, arguing the uptick had “nothing to do” with his return to the Oval Office. Trump instead placed the blame on former President Biden in an interview Tuesday, decrying what he characterized as reckless spending during the previous administration. “Inflation is back. No, think of it: Inflation's back,” the president told Fox News's Sean Hannity during an interview alongside tech billionaire Elon Musk that aired Tuesday night. “And they said, ‘Oh, Trump,' and I had nothing to do with that.” “These people have run the country. They spent money like nobody has ever spent. … They were given $9 trillion to throw out the window — 9 trillion,” he added. Source: thehill.com https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1892050348723834934 Trump Warns 25% Tariffs On Cars, Drugs And Chips Coming In April Trump tried to reassure the market that tariffs are indeed coming and said he would likely impose tariffs on auto, semiconductor and pharmaceutical imports of around 25%, with an announcement coming as soon as April 2. “I probably will tell you that on April 2, but it'll be in the neighborhood of 25%,” Trump told reporters at his Mar-a-Lago club when asked about his plan for auto tariffs. “When they come into the United States and they have their plant or fac...
After 25-year-old Niki Hutchinson loses her mother, she uses some of her inheritance to start fresh in California. Not knowing anyone, she does what many people do today and joins a dating app to make connections. She develops a friendship with a man named Hao and, in time, he offers to teach her how to invest in cryptocurrency. With some small successes and lots of encouragement from Hao, she dives in and invests her inheritance, plus some of her dad's money as well. That's when her friend becomes less helpful.
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