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The Mar-a-Lago Accord Revealed... And It Will Send Shockwaves Across the Globe

Release Date: 02/19/2025

This Hidden Bull Market Is Hiding In Plain Sight

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This hidden bull market is actually lying in plain sight! Find out what it is today as we discuss media fear-mongering, unhelpful propaganda, Bitcoin and gold, and more. The central banks continue accumulating gold, emphasizing its historical role as a long-term store of value, and noting that despite the rise of digital assets like Bitcoin (which the U.S. now holds as a reserve), gold's cultural and material significance remains deeply embedded worldwide. Oh, and we also got a new Pope! We discuss... A new Pope from the U.S., Pope Leo XIV (formerly Robert Prevost of Chicago), was...

Venture Capital in the Age of AI with Anthony Georgiades

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Anthony Georgiades shares the future of venture capital in the age of AI. He shares his journey from an early failed startup to becoming a deeply technical investor focused on frontier technologies. He emphasizes the importance of technical literacy in venture capital, especially when evaluating deep tech. We also touch on the economic and existential risks of AI, emphasizing the need for governance, transparency, and decentralized control, while pointing to robotics as a slower-moving but ultimately transformative force in the physical economy. We discuss... Anthony Georgiades shared...

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Emotional Discipline for Trading Success with Diana Perkins

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Diana Perkins shares how you can master your emotions through discipline for trading success. Her journey has taken her from a childhood fascination with finance to building a career in trading and eventually launching her own trading education business. She mentors aspiring traders and emphasizes that long-term success is overwhelmingly about emotional discipline and risk management. We discuss... Diana Perkins shares that she knew finance was her calling from a young age, charging her sister interest on loans at age nine. She fell in love with trading stock options and...

Big Move In This Shiny Asset

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This is a big move in this shiny asset! While everything else in the market is seeing big changes, gold is not different. We are also in earnings season, and major companies' reports can influence markets. Business uncertainty, especially around tariffs, has caused a dramatic slowdown in corporate spending. Forecasting has become very difficult, but there are signs of a potential recession, yet it's still important to avoid echo chambers when forming investment views. We discuss... Inflation has significantly raised prices at restaurants between 2020 and 2025, with breakfast items like...

Long Term Care or Roll The Dice?

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We're joined by Frances Reaves, who shares insights from her work in estate and Medicaid planning, on how to get your parents ready for long term care. Frances explains the importance of preparing for elder care before it's urgently needed, sharing her personal experience with her own parents and husband, who is currently navigating Alzheimer's care. The conversation dives into the realities of elder care, including the challenges of navigating the healthcare system, the high costs of in-home versus facility care, and the value of long-term care insurance. We discuss... Francis...

Good Friday… Good Times… Bad Markets

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Good times... Bad markets! Today we talk about recent volatility in the market, particularly in the bond market, as there is a lot of geopolitical uncertainty that are coming with Trump’s economic moves. There may be a market downturn of up to 40% and the Fed will respond most likely respond by cutting rates, a familiar cycle in which political and monetary forces intervene to stabilize markets. Ultimately, if there's a recession, we still don't need to panic, the US markets are still strong so invest accordingly! We discuss... Market volatility recently spiked to levels not seen since...

The New Global Paradigm Shift And How To Invest

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Dan Rasmussen returns to talk about how to invest during this global paradigm shift. Rasmussen shares how the post-2008 investment environment has shifted, with international markets now outperforming, volatility spiking, and the dollar weakening. He critiques the AI investment narrative, challenges in AI profitability, the misalignment between AI hype and real-world economic value, and the implications of rising geopolitical and market uncertainty. We discuss... Dan Rasmussen runs the hedge fund Verdad, focusing on microcap value, credit, and market-neutral strategies. His new book,...

A Second Big Move In The S&P 500 Will Change How You Think About Stock Investing

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There's a second big move in the S&P 500 and it's going to change things! Today we reflect on a historic and volatile week in the markets, highlighting dramatic swings that included 40- to 50-year extremes. We also talk investor psychology, client reactions, and the importance of focusing on long-term planning rather than daily market noise. There's also been a mystery investment that has quietly outperformed this year despite a lack of media attention so it's important to pay attention to all the trends, even the ones that aren't getting mainstream attention. We also share on Warren...

What 96% of People Get Wrong About Social Security Planning

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Beau Henderson joins us to dive into the often misunderstood world of Social Security planning. Beau highlights how only 4% of people claim their benefits in a way that maximizes lifetime value. We discuss why Social Security is so confusing: its overly complex rules, lack of personalized advice from the SSA, and the financial planning industry's limited focus on optimization due to low compensation incentives. Beau also breaks down a three-step process to make better Social Security decisions. We discuss... Beau Henderson worked in retirement planning for over 25 years, focusing heavily on...

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The Mar-a-Lago Accord could shake up the world economy. We also chat about resource efficiency, economic trends, geopolitical shifts, and the evolving global financial landscape. The Mar-a-Lago Accord, while still speculative, could reshape global markets, reinforcing the U.S.'s role in international finance and policy.

Today we discuss...

The high costs and artificial inflation surrounding Valentine's Day purchases.
Wastefulness in modern consumerism, including the disposal of returned goods by major retailers.
3D printing as a less wasteful manufacturing process and its potential future applications.
Future trends in housing, particularly the shift towards smaller, more efficient homes.
How real estate may adapt to generational preferences and economic shifts.
A deep dive into the rumored "Mar-a-Lago Accord" and its potential impact on world economics.
The Mar-a-Lago Accord includes three key elements: tariffs, a sovereign wealth fund, and a restructured security agreement.
Tariffs serve as leverage in international negotiations and a means of raising government revenue.
There are concerns about government involvement in private businesses through mechanisms like tax credits in exchange for equity.
Countries refusing the debt swap or security commitments could face tariffs as retaliation.
The restructuring plan could reduce U.S. debt, offset obligations through government-owned assets, and reshape global financial policies.
Forced foreign investment in U.S. debt could strengthen American geopolitical influence.
There will inevitably be economic "losers" in the process, though proponents argue everyday Americans would benefit.
The Trump administration's approach is praised as innovative and disruptive, challenging the traditional financial system.
The U.S. dollar has remained historically strong, posing challenges for exports and contributing to debt issues.
The Mar-a-Lago Accord is seen as an attempt at economic reform but carries risks similar to past strategies.
Generational shifts in political leadership are suggested, with a call for younger leaders to replace aging politicians.
Social Security is highlighted as an outdated system that needs reform, particularly regarding taxation of benefits.
The Mar-a-Lago Accord is seen as a potential path to balancing the budget by restructuring debt and reducing interest payments.
Market valuations remain high with uncertainty about future economic policies, leading to cautious optimism.

Today's Panelists:

Kirk Chisholm | Innovative Wealth
Douglas Heagren | ProCollege Planners

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