385 Maria Jensen - Giving cows a voice through epigenetics while improving animal welfare and profitability
<p>A conversation with Maria Jensen, co-founder of Antler Bio, helping dairy farmers identify and address factors limiting their herd’s full potential. What if cows could speak? Especially dairy cows. They would probably share not only the horrors of the dairy industry, but also stories of many dairy farmers who truly try their best to care for their animals and yet still fail. Their cows are neither healthy nor happy, their bank accounts look worse every year, and their mental health and marriages are shaky. Intensive dairy, unless you are massive, is a very difficult industry.<br/><br/>So ho...
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386 Lauren Tucker - Inner regen work, gut molds, almonds groves in the Central Valley and taste buds
<p>This is a check-in conversation with Lauren Tucker, co-founder of Kiss the Ground and Renourish Studios. We talk about wrapping up the cohort at Renourish Studio, where they’ve worked for three years with a diverse group of entrepreneurs and investors across the US food and agriculture system.</p><p>How do you bring the fact that <b>we are part of a living system </b>into your work in commercial organisations? Lauren shares lessons learned, and what they’re doing moving forward. How much of this work is inner work—how we see the world, what we think is pos...
388 Justin Bruch - Organic out-earn conventional, how do we transition more farms and farmers?
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PPR 284 15 vs 30 Year Mortgage 2022
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#134 - Fatigue, Flight Deck Safety, and the Science of Sleep with Dr. Adam Shapiro
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Why Everyone is leaving New Zealand
<p>Unveil the stunning secret of New Zealand—a paradise losing its young talent! 🌄 With just 5.3 million people, this remote gem boasts top-notch living, education, and healthcare, yet faces a brain drain to Australia (over 10% of Kiwis live there!). Why are skilled workers fleeing? Dive into the quirks of its agriculture-driven economy, sky-high housing costs, and the Aussie influx. Can this picturesque land turn the tide? Watch now to find out! </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</p>
AD #4187 - Tesla the #1 AI Chip Supplier?; VW Cuts Some Costs in China 50%; Merger Creates World's Largest Paint Supplier
- Tesla the #1 AI Chip Supplier? - Another Software Exec Quits GM - EV Sales Up Sharply in Europe - Russian Car Market Faces Disaster - EVs Catching On in India - BMW Considers EREVs - VW Cuts PD Costs 50% in China - Zeekr Launches ADAS Crowdsourcing Campaign - Merger Creates World's Largest Paint Supplier
What Happens When Capitalism Doesn't Need Workers Anymore?
<p>Imagine a world where AI outsmarts you at work—scary, right? From the Philippines to the US, AI is changing the economic landscape, increasing the GDP of rich nations (5.4% in the US) while putting millions of jobs at risk in developing countries. Will machines leave you behind, or can you fight back? Dive into this wild ride of job threats, global gaps, and the race to adapt—spoiler: the future’s already here! </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</p>
Balancing Technology and Humanity | with Alberto Silveira - Episode 70
In this episode, Bill Lennan hosts Alberto Silveira who shares his journey from organizing soccer leagues as a child in Brazil to becoming a leader in technology. He reflects on the influence of Ayrton Senna, the evolution of technology, and the importance of balancing human aspects with technological advancements. Alberto emphasizes the need for critical thinking and ethical considerations in leadership, especially in the context of AI and preparing the next generation for future challenges.<br />I hope you enjoy this episode!<br />Give it a like, share, and subscribe to not miss the content coming your way weekly. – Bill an...
AD #4184 - China Accused of Manipulating Critical Materials Market; GM Tries Selling Vehicles to UK Military; Ford Tops UK EV Market Share
- Ford Tops UK EV Market Share - Ford Transit Van Gets Nicer Interior - China Accused of Manipulating Critical Materials Market - Geely Founder Sees More Opportunity in U.S. for New Electronics Company - Porsche Details All-New Cayenne Electric - Bentley Can Customize Puddle Lamps - GM Tries Selling Vehicle to UK Military - Horse Already Has 8 Million Engine Orders
#127 - LLCs, Trusts, and K-1s: Smarter Asset Protection with Adam Kintigh
<p><br></p><p>How protected is your wealth if something goes wrong? </p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Passive Income Pilots, Tait Duryea and Ryan Gibson sit down with asset protection expert Adam Kintigh to share practical strategies every pilot and high-income professional should know. From real estate privacy trusts that cut transfer taxes to Wyoming LLCs that safeguard syndications, Adam explains how to structure your assets the right way. You’ll learn why a clean tax return matters, how partnerships and S-Corps simplify filings, and why umbrella policies aren’t enough. If you’re growing wealth...
From Search to Discovery — Inside Expedia’s Vision for an AI-Driven Travel World w/ Greg Schulze, CCO of Expedia Group
<p >Greg Schulze has spent more than two decades helping build one of the most influential companies in modern travel — Expedia Group.<br> But here’s the thing about Greg — he doesn’t talk like a corporate executive. He talks like a traveler.</p> <p >He’s lived and worked all over the world. He named his dog Kaya after a coconut jam he discovered while living in Southeast Asia. And he still lights up when describing what it feels like to walk through an airport on the cusp of somewhere new.</p> <p >Greg’s career has spanned from American Air...
AD #4181 - Audi To Develop SUV On Scout Platform; UAW Monitor Criticizes Fain’s Leadership; Chinese Car Exports to Russia Plummet
- UAW Monitor Criticizes Fain’s Leadership - Ford Shows Off New Global Headquarters - Audi To Develop SUV On Scout Platform - Tesla Tells Suppliers to Ditch China Content - Chinese Car Exports to Russia Plummet - China’s Global Car Exports Soar - Japanese Control of Southeast Asia Car Market Evaporates - BYD Introduces Kei Car for Japan - EV Acceleration Limit Poll Results
AD #4182 - Volvo Throw Luminar Under the Bus; Nissan Adds a Mitsubishi to Its Lineup; Trafic Van is Renault's 1st SDV
- Volvo Throws Luminar Under the Bus - Elkann Proposes CO2 Emission Easing - Xiaomi's EVs Now Profitable, Stock Takes a Beating - Nissan Adds a Mitsubishi to Its Lineup - The Think Behind Ford's Dealership Design - Ford to Sell CPO Cars on Amazon - Next-Gen Ford Bronco and Ranger - Trafic Van is Renault's 1st SDV - Ram Offers 'Free-Agent' Rides in NASCAR Truck
76. Legends with Kevin Sullivan
<p>Kevin Sullivan has a storied history as a founder and investor in Canada’s modern entrepreneurship story.</p><p><br>An early backer of Blackberry, Sullivan was part of GMP Capital from its inception and went on to serve as its President and CEO. In 1995, He co-founded one of Canada’s leading independent investment dealers, GMP Securities LP.</p><p><br>In this episode, Sullivan shares stories from his 30-year-long career, discusses changes in the investment landscape, and answers difficult questions on what the future holds for entrepreneurs and investors in Canada.</p><p>The Entrepreneur Podcast is sponsored by C...
Learning Through the School of Hard Knocks | with Amit Mital
Join host Bill Lennan on the 40% Better podcast as he sits down with veteran executive Amit Mital for a candid look at his 25-year career.<br />In a world that prizes learning from others, Mital shares why his own personal experience and the "school of hard knocks" were his most valuable teachers. This episode challenges the traditional view of professional development and focuses on the power of doing and failing.<br />You will learn:<br />Why personal experience often trumps theoretical knowledge in real-world challenges.<br />The essential mindset shift that turns mistakes into valuable lessons for personal growth.<br />...
The 2025 Nobel Prize in Economics: Explained
<p>Discover what drives lasting prosperity. This year, the Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to Mokyr, Aghion, and Howitt for demonstrating how technological innovation drove the surge in wealth during the Industrial Revolution. From steam engines to AI, learn why a lack of understanding once held back progress and why creative destruction is so important today. With AI now threatening jobs and monopolies limiting new ideas, could this progress be at risk? Explore the challenges, debates, and potential future dangers that could alter our economies. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices<...
Mastering Communication Through Low-Stakes Practice | with Kevin Hubschmann - Episode 75
In this episode, Kevin Hubschmann explores the real essence of improv - it’s not about being funny, but about active listening, teamwork, and positive communication. He shares how focusing too much on jokes can hurt collaboration, and why the best comedy comes naturally when performers create a supportive environment.<br />#Improv #Comedy #ActiveListening #Teamwork #Communication #Podcast<br /><br />I hope you enjoy this episode! Give it a like, share, and subscribe to not miss the content coming your way weekly. <br />– Bill and the 40 % Better Podcast Team Connect with Bill on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wblennan/<br />Visit...
Deep Dive: How Eli Lilly Became the First $1 Trillion Healthcare Company
<p>In this weekend deep dive, we break down how a 149-year-old pharma company from Indianapolis reinvented itself through GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like Mounjaro and Zepbound, overtook Novo Nordisk, and became one of Wall Street’s hottest stocks. We cover Lilly’s history from insulin to Prozac, the explosive growth of its weight-loss franchise, the coming pill that could unlock an even bigger market, and the risks ahead. Is the trillion-dollar valuation just the start, or is the stock already priced for perfection? </p><p><br></p>
Shadow Bank Runs Begin as Private Credit Losses Spread
<p>A private credit crisis is brewing beneath the surface. From sudden bankruptcies to forced fund closures, this is a warning every saver needs to hear. Learn why physical gold and silver are the historical safe havens during every crisis—and why now is the time to act.📖 FREE REPORT — "Built to Endure"See how gold and silver have outperformed fiat, stocks, and bonds in every major currency reset. Get the facts, get the history—Built to Endure is your essential guide.Download now: https://learn.itmtrading.com/built-to-endure?VID=TK11202025</p><p><br></p><p>Questions on Protecting Your Wealth wi...
AD #4190 - Ford Making Europe-Only Bronco; "The Big Short" Investor Targets Tesla; Toyota Teases 3 New Sports Cars
- Traffic Lights with AI and GPS - "The Big Short" Investor Targets Tesla - Tesla's China Sales Up - Chinese Take 38% Global Market Share - New Huawei UX Aimed at Global Markets - Ford Making Europe-Only Bronco - Momenta Files for IPO - NVIDIA's Open Source AV Software - Toyota Teases Sports Car Assault
U.S. Senators Raise Alarm on Meta's Spam Ads, iPhone Air Sales Dissapoint
<p>Market update for November 24, 2025:</p><p><br /></p><p>Follow us on Instagram @therundowndaily for bonus content and instant reactions.</p>
Japan Just Triggered Biggest Unwind in Financial History - THIS Changes Everything: Peter Grandich
<p>"The invisible bid that's been propping up the entire developed world for a generation is vanishing in real time," warns financial strategist Peter Grandich of Peter Grandich & Company. In today's interview with Daniela Cambone, he details how Japan's seismic shift away from its three-decade-long role as the world's "money printer" is set to send shockwaves through the global economy.</p><p><br></p><p>Grandich breaks down the explosion of the "greatest carry trade in financial history," explaining how for 30 years, Japan's zero-interest policy artificially suppressed borrowing costs worldwide, fueling everything from cheap mortgages to sky-high stock multiples. "That...
We’re at EXACT Level That Triggered Every 40% Crash in History – AI Stocks & Bitcoin to Collapse!
<p>"If you look at the data, every time the semis get this far from their 200-week moving average, a 40% drawdown follows. We're there now," says Gareth Soloway. In today's interview, Soloway details his technical case for a 40% collapse in the high-flying AI trade and a deeper pullback in Bitcoin to $73,000, warning that the "de-risking playbook" is now unfolding.</p><p><br /></p><p>He breaks down the simple, data-driven charts showing the S&P 500 and Bitcoin hitting precise, multi-year trendlines that have triggered major rejections before. Soloway also shares why he believes a recession is inevitable, why he's targeting...
Managing Assets to Agave with Eric Brass
<p>Eric Brass didn't hate his job in asset management. He had a terrific boss, wonderful colleagues, and the pay was great! But six years before, on an exchange trip to Guadalajara, Mexico, Eric fell in love with premium tequila. So much so that it planted a seed that ultimately led him to create a world-class Tequila brand.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Brass revisits The Entrepreneur Podcast and talks about his ongoing journey with Tequila Tromba and shares some exciting updates on his latest venture that is supporting sustainability in Agave cultivation.</p><p>The Entrepreneur...
389 Jonathan Lundgren - You need more cows, not fewer, to save the planet
<p>A new conversation with Jonathan Lundgren, one of the world’s most interesting and most cited scientists when it comes to regenerative agriculture. For the last four years, Jonathan and his team have been in full swing with their 1000 Farms Initiative, where they document research and follow regenerative farms, actually closer to 1600 farms now.<br/>An episode where we talk about data, data, and more data. We unpack a four-year effort that spans commodities, ecoregions, and management styles, revealing how regeneration scales in the real world. The results are striking: equal or better yields, stronger profits, higher biodiversity, improved wa...
The Future of Connectivity | with Sunil Jagani - Episode 72
This episode with Bill Lennan and Sunil Jagani explores the evolution of technology, particularly in connectivity and satellite advancements, and their impact on consumer behavior and business practices. Bill and Sunil discuss the challenges faced by startups, the role of software engineering, and the intersection of AI and marketing. They also delve into the future of work, the need for sustainable business mechanisms, and the changing definitions of success in a rapidly evolving society.<br />I hope you enjoy this episode!<br />Give it a like, share, and subscribe to not miss the content coming your way weekly. – Bill and th...
#130 - From Wall Street to Real Wealth: Lessons from Ted Greene
<p>What does true diversification look like when you’re building wealth as a pilot? </p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Ryan Gibson sits down with his longtime colleague and friend, Ted Greene, to unpack how to define success with your spouse, avoid emotional investing, and create a portfolio that brings peace of mind. From surviving Wall Street lawsuits to building lasting wealth through real estate, Ted shares the hard-earned lessons behind his “NNN Principle”: Never, Never, Never invest by looking in the rearview mirror. Learn how to protect your assets, ladder your investments, and build a plan that la...
72. Living in Two Worlds with Rory Capern
<p>Google, Microsoft, Twitter and The Weather Network, Rory Capern has really done it all. But while he has built a career with some of the most exciting brands around, the art of the possible keeps drawing him back to the world of entrepreneurship.</p><p><br></p><p>An alum from Ivey’s HBA and MBA programs, Capern currently serves as the Chief Operations Officer at Redbrick, a B-Corp Certified firm that has built and acquired an impressive portfolio of companies to inspire innovation, encourage sustainable business, and support digital entrepreneurs.</p><p><br></p><p>In this fascinating di...
391 Julia Kasper - Rewetting peatlands is the biggest climate opportunity to cut CO2
<p>Meet Julia Kasper, cofounder and CEO of Zukunftmoor, a company rewetting drained peatlands and growing sphagnum moss to transform how we think about agriculture. Their powerful approach reduces greenhouse gas emissions and makes climate-friendly farming possible in peatland regions.</p><p>Peatlands, peatlands, peatlands: the biggest climate opportunity in agriculture isn’t cover crops or even silvopasture, but rewetting the humble peatlands. They cover only 3% of the global land surface, yet hold immense amounts of CO2. And when they’re drained- as many are- they release it, not just once, but year after year after year. Like a bathtub with...
AD #4186 - Ford Launches HD Electrics in Europe; BYD Turns to PHEV Boxer Engine; GM China Previews Future Designs
- Ford Assures Shareholders Over Novelis Fire - Ford Launches HD Electrics in Europe - GAC Starts Solid-State Pilot Line - BYD Turns to PHEV Boxer Engine - Changan Buys Hyundai Assembly Plant in China - VW To Launch EREV In China - GM China Previews Future Designs
From Pandemic Lakehouse Purchase to Building Lake.com — How David Ciccarelli is Tapping a $20B Vacation Rental Opportunity
<p >We’re live at Skift with a builder proving the future isn’t generic search; it’s purpose-built marketplaces for travelers who already know their stay type—a lake house.</p> <p >I’m Zach, and today I’m joined by David Ciccarelli, co-founder of lake.com. After a startup exit during the pandemic, David and his wife (and co-founder) Stephanie bought a lake house—he grew up on Lake Superior, she on Lake Erie. A few months in, they hosted a 25-person family reunion to put the place to use—and that’s when the opportunity snapped into focus: the nearby hot...
How He Built Europe’s Largest Luxury Home Collection: The Le Collectionist Story
A host who always pushes for “one last drink.” A curator who unlists homes to protect the flag. An operator who builds taste—and then bolts on logistics. That’s Max Aniort. Max is the co-founder of Le Collectionist, a luxury home brand that chose curation over scale, local operators over generic platforms, and a repeat-guest flywheel over one-and-done bookings. He started by solving for owners—people with extraordinary homes but zero appetite for late-night texts, staffing headaches, or inconsistent standards—then expanded destination by destination, partner by partner, standard by standard. Le Collectionist now stewards 3,000 handpicked homes across a hundred-plus de...
A Short Story About Why You Cannot Buy A House
<p> Home ownership is now unattainable in every major city worldwide. For the first time, none of the 95 cities tracked by Demographia are considered affordable. In cities such as Hong Kong (14.4 times income), Sydney (13.8 times), Vancouver, London, and San Francisco, housing prices range from 9 to 30 times the average household income. Essential workers, including teachers and nurses, as well as young families, are being priced out of the cities they support. This raises critical questions about how housing became a leading investment asset, whether prices will continue to rise, and what measures are needed to address the global housing crisis. </p><...
Episode #285-The Skyrocketing Cost of Dying in America
<p>Hi there, and welcome to my channel and this video on final expense burial plans. If you're watching this, you're probably looking for information on how to plan for your own final expenses, or perhaps you're helping a loved one make these important decisions. Before we dive into the different options for paying for final expenses, it's important to understand that the cost of burial and cremation in the United States has been steadily increasing over the years.</p> <p>According to the National Funeral Directors Association, the median cost of a funeral with viewing and burial in 2020 was $9,000...
Digging AI-Fueled Mass Layoffs Trigger America’s Next Credit Crisis
<p>We’re told the economy is strong… but 25% of Americans are functionally unemployed. With AI wiping out white-collar jobs and prime borrowers drowning in debt, the U.S. economy is more fragile than ever. This could be the beginning of a full-blown economic crisis—we are here to help you protect your wealth.</p><p><br></p><p>Questions on Protecting Your Wealth with Gold & Silver? Schedule a Strategy Call Here ➡️ https://calendly.com/itmtrading/podcast</p><p>or Call 866-349-3310</p><p>👋 STAY IN TOUCH WITH US ⬇️</p><p>🟩 Schedule a Strategy Session: 866-349-3310</p><p>🟩 Email us at services@it...
Do We Still Need Central Banks?
<p>Almost every nation relies on a central bank, but the US is buzzing with talk of scrapping the Fed—the globe’s mightiest financial force! From its 1694 origins to battling today’s debt and inequality crises, we break down why central banks are crucial and what chaos could unfold if the Fed disappears. Will this rock the global economy, or is it just political hot air?</p> <p> </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</p>
Fall Preview for The Entrepreneur Podcast
<p>This season of The Entrepreneur Podcast is packed with discussions that range from instructional to aspirational: From stories of founders who’ve built incredible brands and placed themselves in the history of Canadian entrepreneurship to the mental and legal building blocks that are integral to launching a career in entrepreneurship.</p><p>The new season of The Entrepreneur Podcast launches on November 18th.</p><p>To ensure you never miss an episode, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast player or visit entrepreneurship.uwo.ca/podcast. </p><p><br>The Entrepreneur Podcast is sponsored by Dr. Connie Clerici, QS...
#131 - Reading the Economy: Insights from the Bowtie Economist, Dr. Elliot Eisenberg
<p>Where should you put your money right now? </p><p><br></p><p>Ryan Gibson and Tait Duryea sit down with economist Dr. Elliot Eisenberg to decode the markets, interest rates, and the economic forces shaping your portfolio. From AI layoffs to multifamily real estate, they break down how high-income earners, especially pilots, can build wealth intelligently amid uncertainty. Elliot reveals why the top 10% of earners are keeping the economy afloat, what sectors look undervalued, and which indicators truly predict where we’re headed next. Packed with humor, clarity, and actionable advice, this episode helps you read the financial ski...
Lessons in Leadership and Adaptation | with Darshan Bildikar - Episode 74
In this episode, Darshan Bildikar shares his journey from being an introverted builder to a successful engineering manager. He discusses his early experiences in programming, his transition into management, and his time at Amazon, where he built and led teams. Darshan reflects on her move to a startup environment, the impact of AI on productivity, and the importance of balancing speed and quality in development. He emphasizes the need for human oversight in AI-driven processes and shares insights on adapting to different work cultures and the future of work.<br /><br />I hope you enjoy this episode! Give it a...
Episode #292-The Tale of Two Estate Plans
<p>Welcome back to the podcast! I'm Kraig Strom, also known as the Income Engineer. I am a certified financial planner and a paralegal at an amazing law firm. Many of you have reached out to me, wondering where I've been. Well, I've been fortunate to be busy but also a bit burned out on procrastination when it comes to essential matters like estate planning, living trusts, limited liability companies, and asset protection. In this video, I'll share with you some real-life stories of the consequences of procrastination and the importance of taking action to secure your family's future.</p> <...
Buying a Business
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Black Friday Sales to Top 2024, Baidu Aims to Be China's New AI Chip King
<p>Market update for November 28, 2025:</p><p><br></p><p>In today's episode we discuss the major CME outage that froze futures trading. </p><p><br></p><p>Then we dig into Black Friday and the impact of AI on holiday shopping</p><p><br></p><p>Plus, Baidu unveils its new AI chip roadmap, positioning itself as China’s challenger to Nvidia and Huawei</p><p><br></p><p>Follow us on Instagram for bonus content and instant reactions.</p><p><br></p>
PPR 282 - Your Cpa & Lawyer Are Wrong
<p>As a Paralegal and a Certified Financial Planner®, Kraig is uniquely able to assist clients with the careful preparation of asset protection and estate plans. Kraig's team uses a financial-planning approach to ensure that each client obtains the best possible outcomes. With 120 years of combined legal and financial services experience between our team members, we can help you think defensively about protecting your wealth, investments, business intellectual property, and other assets and counsel you through choices you make to prepare for the future.</p>
From Luxury Retreats to Building the Future of Vacation Rental Management at Gather with Andreea Grigore
<p >It’s 2008. The financial world is crumbling, Wall Street is bleeding jobs, and a brand-new finance grad named Andreea Grigore is staring down a recession with no clear path forward.</p> <p >Then, at a birthday party in Montreal, everything changes. She meets the founder of Luxury Retreats, one of the world’s first platforms for high-end villas, private islands, and over-the-top vacation rentals. A casual conversation turns into an unexpected offer — and what was supposed to be a stopgap job becomes a nine-year masterclass in luxury travel, entrepreneurship, and scaling a global brand that Airbnb would eventually acquire to for...
390 Nicola Giuggioli - Building a regenerative brand: from soil health to living wages
<p>Can you pay a decent year-round salary to farm workers, enough to go to a bank, get a mortgage, and still not charge prices that make your produce accessible only to the happy few? What do vibrations, pest management, nutrient density, and processing have to do with it?</p><p>With Nicola Giuggioli we walk the Quintosapore land, on a hilly but stunning landscape in the green heart of Italy, Umbria, where GPS auto-steer tractors don’t exist because simply keeping the tractor in a straight line without slipping down the hill is already an achievement. Quinto Sapore is ne...
Doctors are not always smart
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75. The birth of an industry with Michael Schmalz
<p>The global video game industry is a behemoth that is worth more than the music, television, and film industries put together. That’s not bad for a sector that was considered niche before the 2000s.</p><p><br></p><p>As the former President of Digital Extremes, Michael Schmalz had a front-row seat to these seismic changes. The London, Ontario-based game studio started by his brother, James, rose to prominence with international hit games like Warframe and Unreal. </p><p><br></p><p>With a background in business and technology, Schmalz was able to ride the waves of uncertainty and...
Episode 287-Life Insurance Procrastination
<p>The financial stress of losing a loved one can also have a significant psychological impact on children. Several studies have shown that children who grow up in financially difficult times after the loss of a parent may experience psychological and emotional difficulties. One study, published in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry, found that children who lose a parent to death are at an increased risk for developing mental health disorders, such as depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).</p> <p>These children were also found to be more likely to experience difficulty in forming healthy relationships and...
Silver Soars 90%, $100 in Play Amid CME Outage, JP Morgan Mystery
<p>"This was not a short squeeze rally... This was real, honest-to-goodness, new money buyers coming in," says Todd "Bubba" Horwitz. As silver smashes through $58 for its best year since 1980, a bombshell rumor detonates: JP Morgan may have quietly evacuated its precious metals trading desk from New York to Singapore over a holiday weekend. In today's interview, Horwitz breaks down the fallout. He connects the dots between vanishing physical stockpiles, suspicious market "glitches," and a brewing economic storm to reveal why this rally has legs. He warns this is the "inflation trade" made manifest—a flight to the one asset yo...
394 Stef van Dongen - Trees don’t send invoices so a Catalan valley is rewiring water, forests and finance
<p>A check in conversation with Stef van Dongen, founder of The Pioneers of Our Time. Sitting at the fireplace we trace how neighbors who barely spoke began phoning across ridgelines, how tourism money are flowing uphill to fund forest work, and how a dense, abandoned woodland started opening into a living mosaic that holds water, softens fire, and invites wildlife back. <br/><br/>We walk through the mechanics of a cost-based climate credit that pays for what a hectare truly needs over 15 years measured across water, carbon, biodiversity, and fire safety. It's a public–private framework that the regional gov...
The $400 Trillion Problem No One Wants to Talk About
<p> The world’s pension promise is unraveling. In the 1950s, sixteen workers supported each retiree; today, that number has shrunk to just 2.7. This dramatic shift is straining pay-as-you-go pension systems to the breaking point. By 2050, one in six people will be over 65, yet politicians are hesitant to implement tough reforms that would require individuals to work longer, contribute more, or accept smaller benefits. Could Denmark’s approach, which ties the retirement age to life expectancy, or Sweden’s automatic adjustment model, offer a way out? Or will a staggering $400 trillion global retirement gap shake the foundations of economies everywhere? </p><p>...
