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A Very Convenient Warming: How Modest Warming and More CO2 Are Benefitting Humanity with Gregory Wrightstone

from Kerry Lutz's Financial Survival Network

Kerry Lutz interviewed Gregory Wrightstone, who discussed his new book, “A Very Convenient Warming,” and the work of the CO2 coalition. Wrightstone challenged the prevailing narrative on climate change, emphasizing the positive impact of modest warming and increased CO2 levels on Earth’s ecosystems and human well-being. He also addressed misconceptions about CO2 levels and highlighted the importance of CO2 for plant growth. The conversation then shifted to discussions about the impact of rising CO2 levels and warming temperatures on the environment, electric vehicles, and energy sources, reflecting differing perspectives on these topics. The meeting ended with Lutz expressing appreciation for Wrightstone’s work and encouraging listeners to visit the CO2 coalition’s website for more information.

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Maximizing Wealth Through an Integrated Approach with Andrew Winnett

from Kerry Lutz's Financial Survival Network

Andrew Winnett, a financial expert, provides insights into inflation, the stock market, retirement planning, and Social Security. Andrew highlighted the role of excessive money printing and the staggering national debt in causing inflation, and expressed concerns about the accuracy of inflation data and the potential challenges of maintaining stable inflation rates in the future. He also discussed the impact of demographic shifts on social security, Medicare, and Medicaid, and the need for a conservative approach to retirement planning.

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Everything You Think You Know About the Trump Appeals is Wrong with John Rubino

from Kerry Lutz's Financial Survival Network

Kerry and John Rubino offer their unique perspectives and engage in a comprehensive analysis of recent events surrounding former President Trump. They dissect a New York appeals court’s decision allowing Trump to post just $175 million to delay a staggering $464 million fraud judgment, offering insights into its implications on Trump’s financial and political landscape.

This ruling marks a significant reprieve for Trump, amidst mounting legal challenges and his potential bid for the 2024 presidency. Lutz and Rubino delve into the complexities of Trump’s legal battles, highlighting the challenges he faces in securing bonds and the broader implications on his financial stability. They scrutinize the intersection of law and politics, emphasizing the potential impact on public perception as Trump navigates his legal entanglements.

Moreover, they explore Trump’s response to the ruling, including his social media company’s imminent Nasdaq debut and his remarks critiquing President Biden and the New York attorney-general. Throughout the discussion, Lutz and Rubino provide nuanced insights into the multifaceted nature of Trump’s legal saga, emphasizing its implications on his future endeavors and the broader political landscape.

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Thinking About Buying a Franchise? with Greg Mohr

from Kerry Lutz's Financial Survival Network

Kerry and Greg Mohr discussed the appeal of investing in franchises, specifically in the home service industry. They explored the motivations for individuals to enter the franchise business, the types of home service franchises available, associated costs and potential returns on investment, and success rates of franchises. Mohr shared a success story of a couple who shifted from real estate investing to owning a flourishing electrical services franchise, emphasizing the importance of being coachable and leveraging the established game plan of a franchise for success. The discussion also covered financing options, including SBA loans and self-directed 401k or IRA investments. The meeting concluded with contact information for Mohr and a note of appreciation from the hosts.

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Why You Need to Be at FreedomFest 2024 with Mark Skousen

from Kerry Lutz's Financial Survival Network

Kerry and Mark Skousen discussed various topics related to the upcoming FreedomFest event. They talked about the challenges faced during the pandemic and the strategic decision to alternate the event’s location. They also revealed exciting details about the next FreedomFest in Palm Springs, California, including the historical significance of the location and the shift in timing to avoid extreme heat. The keynote speakers for the upcoming event in Vegas were also introduced, and a planned debate on intellectual property rights was discussed, shedding light on the differing opinions within the libertarian community. The conversation also touched on the implications of AI on content creation and plagiarism, with Lutz sharing his personal experience with AI-generated show notes and Skousen expanding on the positive aspects of AI while raising concerns about its potential to create misinformation and manipulate political discourse. The political and economic landscape in Latin America was also analyzed, with a specific focus on the recent libertarian leadership in Argentina and the potential implications of dollarization. Finally, the performance of Bitcoin as an asset, its potential as an inflation hedge, and the government’s impact on its market growth were discussed, along with the TNT Trader short-term trading system and the importance of having a disciplined system for trading.

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Harnessing Maimonides’ Timeless Wisdom for Modern Success with Rabbi Jeffrey Katz

from Kerry Lutz's Financial Survival Network

Kerry and Rabbi Jeffrey Katz discussed the enduring wisdom of Maimonides and its relevance to contemporary society. He emphasized the importance of decision-making, truthfulness, and reliability, which can elevate individuals in personal and professional aspects of life. Katz also challenged the traditional notion that wealth precedes philanthropy, arguing that adopting a philanthropic mindset can lead to affluence and wealth. He shared personal experiences and insights from Maimonides’ life, highlighting the challenges the philosopher faced and his dedication to sharing his wisdom. Additionally, Rabbi Katz promoted his book, “Rules to Live By, Maimonides’ Guide to a Wonderful Life,” and provided details on where it can be purchased. Kerry expressed appreciation for Rabbi Katz’s insights and wished him success with the book.

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How the Recent PPI Increase Could Skyrocket Inflation and Why You Can’t Trust Economic Stats with Ed Siddell

from Kerry Lutz's Financial Survival Network

Kerry and Ed Siddell discussed various economic topics, including the recent PPI increase and its potential impact on inflation, the misleading nature of economic statistics, and the potential repercussions of market shifts and bank failures on wealth distribution. They also explored investment strategies, including the appeal of hard assets like gold and real estate, and delved into a detailed discussion about the current state and future prospects of Bitcoin and Ethereum. The speakers emphasized the need for a nuanced understanding of the economic landscape and the importance of critically analyzing economic data.

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The Liabilities of Remote Workers with Jon Bell

from Kerry Lutz's Financial Survival Network

Kerry and Jon Bell discussed the legal implications of remote work, highlighting the potential liabilities for injuries and the complexities of tracking time and attendance for remote employees. They also explored the challenges faced by employers in adapting to the virtual work landscape and navigating the legal intricacies associated with remote work. The conversation touched on boundary issues, medical conditions, reasonable accommodations, and potential discrimination in the workplace, emphasizing the need for employers to navigate these complexities while staying compliant with employment laws. They stressed the importance of seeking advice from knowledgeable HR representatives or labor and employment attorneys to navigate the evolving landscape of employment law.

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Peter Schiff Exposes the Weak Dollar and Financial System

from Kerry Lutz's Financial Survival Network

In this enlightening discussion, Kerry Lutz teams up with renowned economist and investor Peter Schiff to dissect the current economic climate, government policies, and strategic investment approaches. They kick off by stressing the critical nature of employing multiple backup systems during recordings to preserve invaluable insights, sharing practical advice and specific tools that Schiff himself utilizes.

The dialogue then shifts to a broader economic spectrum, where Schiff voices his concerns over the United States’ future financial stability, highlighting alarming trends such as escalating national debt, looming recession threats, and the tightening grip of inflation. The duo critically examines the economic strategies of recent administrations, offering a comparative analysis of Trump’s and Biden’s approaches to navigating these tumultuous economic waters.

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“Goldilocks” is Gonna Get It

by James Rickards
Daily Reckoning

The Fed kept the fed funds rate unchanged at last week’s meeting, as I predicted.

That makes 17 Fed meetings in a row going back to March 16, 2022, when I got the Fed forecast right. Events remain uncertain from here, but it’s so far, so good for my forecasting (that’s not because I have a crystal ball but because I know how to read them).

Jay Powell’s press conference following the FOMC meeting was notable for how little was said about interest rate policy and how few questions there were from the media on that topic.

The press conference wandered into various other topics including quantitative tightening (QT), a possible taper of QT, central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and Fed transparency. Those are interesting topics, but none had anything directly to do with interest rate policy.

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Preventing a Nuclear War

by Alasdair MacLeod
Gold Money

Anti-Russia and anti-China rhetoric is driving the western alliance towards all-out war against them. Increasingly, the only way an ultimate nuclear conflict can be avoided is either for the dollar-based fiat currency regime to destroy itself, or to be given a helping hand by its enemies. Either way, gold is certain to be central to the evolution of these rapidly evolving events and their outcome.

Gearing up for a wider conflict

While it hasn’t been officially declared, to all intents the US with her NATO allies is at war with Russia. This war is not yet an all-out military confrontation. It is being fought through Ukraine as proxy, but that conflict is being badly lost by American-led NATO.

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Five Banks Have a Combined Half Trillion Dollars in Commercial Real Estate Loans; Number 1 is JPMorgan Chase

by Pam Martens and Russ Martens
Wall Street on Parade

Yesterday, American Banker released a report showing that five banks in the U.S. hold a combined half trillion dollars in commercial real estate (CRE) loans. It came as a big surprise to a lot of folks that the bank holding the largest amount of CRE loans is JPMorgan Chase – whose bank holding company is also exposed to $49 trillion in derivatives as of December 31, 2023 according to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. (See Table 14 at this link.)

JPMorgan Chase is already considered the riskiest bank in the U.S. according to its regulators.

American Banker reported the following CRE totals for the five banks: JPMorgan Chase, $173 billion; Wells Fargo, $139.65 billion; Bank of America, $82.8 billion; U.S. Bank, $55.66 billion; and PNC Bank, $48.89 billion.

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I Have Trust Issues (For Good Reasons)

Spiking Cancer rates that are finally being questioned, and excess deaths finally being looked into…and actual hard evidence that the 2020 elections were fraudulent and *not* looked into by the US federal government’s own “law enforcement” and “justice” agencies. Why not, do you suppose?

by Dr. Chris Martenson
Chris Martenson’s Peak Prosperity

Welcome to this scouting report for Wednesday, March 27th, 2024.

Today we investigate spiking cancer and excess death rates, as well as the fact that the so-called public health agencies spend more time blanking out FOIA requests than they do protecting public health.

Also, a recent FOIA request reveals that the DOJ and the FBI failed (refused?) to look into election integrity issues in Michigan in 2020 that they described in internal emails as ‘alarming.’

Continue Reading at PeakProsperity.com…

Doug Casey on What’s Really Going On in Haiti

by Doug Casey
International Man

International Man: After Haiti’s president was assassinated in 2021, Ariel Henry—a US ally—began serving as the acting head of the country even though there was no election.

Recently, Henry flew to Africa to ask the Kenyan government to send soldiers to help fight the armed groups increasingly taking control in Haiti.

Before he could return, the armed groups took control of most of the country, and Henry recently resigned.

What’s your take on the situation?

Doug Casey: Chaos is par for the course in Haiti. I’ve been there a half-dozen times since 1970 and have come to realize that you have to put the current chaos in the context of Haiti’s history, which is basically one disaster and tragedy after another. Let me give you a brief rundown, starting with its independence after the French Revolution.

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GOP Wins Big in ‘Crucial’ Pennsylvania Mail Voting Lawsuit

by Hank Berrien
Daily Wire

In a decision that may affect the swing state of Pennsylvania and possibly other swing states, the U.S. 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals reversed on Wednesday the order of a federal district court and handed the Republican National Committee (RNC) a victory regarding signature verification for mail voting in Pennsylvania.

The case centered around whether mail-in ballots that were mailed in time but either possessed an incorrect date or no date at all under the voter’s signature should be counted, NPR noted.

Democrats argued that the Materiality Provision established in Section 10101(a)(2)(B) of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, applies in this case and that the ballots could therefore be counted.

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Half Say They Are Actively ‘Struggling’ in Biden’s Economy

by Hannah Knudsen
Breitbart.com

A majority of likely general election voters disapprove of President Joe Biden’s job performance, and half are actively “struggling” in Biden’s economy, the March survey from McLaughlin & Associates found.

Respondents gave Biden a negative job rating, as 56 percent disapprove of his job performance, compared to 42 percent who approve. Of the 56 percent who disapprove, 40 percent do so “strongly.” Biden is also completely underwater among independents, as 58 percent disapprove of his job performance compared to 37 percent who approve.

Most, 55 percent, also have an unfavorable view of Biden, coopered to 42 percent who have a favorable view. Once again, most independents, 57 percent, have an unfavorable view of Biden as well.

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Most Americans Aren’t Buying Biden’s Misleading Narrative That the Economy is Getting Better

The question of how best to measure inflation has no single and straightforward answer, but most people know that the president’s economic claims aren’t true.

by Veronique de Rugy
Reason.com

The economy is growing, unemployment is low, wages are up, and inflation is down. However, the American people remain grumpy about the state of the economy. This puzzle was just investigated by four economists. They found that people often know that something is wrong even if statistics don’t reflect the problem. In this case, people are perceiving that inflation is still, in fact, high.

For months now, Americans have been told that inflation’s downward trend, from almost 9 percent annually to around 3 percent, should make them feel good about the economy. But it isn’t working. A recent Gallup poll found that 63 percent say the state of the economy is getting worse and 45 percent think it’s already “poor.” One reason, many have speculated, is that while the rate at which prices are rising might have slowed considerably, prices remain very high. Food and rent in particular are still expensive. These prices are felt everyday by Americans when they pay for their housing and go to the supermarket.

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Democrat Mayor of Baltimore Accidentally Concedes That ‘DEI’ is Already Completely Discredited

by Thomas Buckley
American Thinker

The left has lost a major battle for the hearts and minds of Americans. Even as some corporations (and especially federal agencies) continue to proclaim their DEI policies as if they were a good thing, the public has returned a negative verdict. We know this because a major Democrat elected official unintentionally conceded as much.

DEI, the three initials that either stand for “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion” or “Didn’t Earn It,” depending on the listener, is now a slur according to the mayor of Baltimore. Pam Key reports for Breitbart: (video here)

Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott said Wednesday on MSNBC’s “The ReidOut” that critics calling him a “DEI mayor” do not “have the courage to say the N-word.” (snip)

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The Collapse of CRE Debt is Accelerating

by Dave Kranzler
Investment Research Dynamics

The graphic above was sourced from @BankerWeimar. Powell once again earlier this month said that “bad commercial real estate loans will likely cause some bank failures but don’t pose a risk to the overall system.” Either he’s blind to reality or lying. Probably the latter. All we need now is for Powell to assure us that CRE loan defaults are “contained” a couple more times to confirm that a collapse is around the corner.

The CEO of a big investment fund (Fortress Investment Group) that has been buying CRE loans at prices ranging from 50 cents to 69 cents on the dollar said that about half of the maturing loans in CMBS securities (commercial mortgage back bond trust) are troubled. But it is going to get much worse. The CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald warned recently that there could be as much ast $1 trillion in commercial real estate defaults coming over the next two years. Moody’s estimates that 80% of CMBS office loans are at risk of default or restructuring this year.

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Federal Reserve Policies and Silver Industrial Demand

by Craig Hemke
Sprott Money

Watch Craig Hemke from Sprott Money and Chris Marcus from Arcadia Economics on the “Monthly Wrap-Up” podcast for a quick dive into the latest in precious metals. Get insights on soaring gold and silver prices, Federal Reserve policies, and global tensions, plus expert tips for navigating the market. Tune in now for your monthly dose of valuable analysis!

Plus, there’s much more to discover! Don’t miss out – watch our podcast today.

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More On the Bridge

[Ed. Note: I’ve seen zero credible evidence that this collapse was anything other than an accident, but Mr. Denninger wants you to believe that you’re an idiot just for questioning official narratives in the year 2024. To that I say, go ahead and believe everything the government says, and good luck to you.]

by Karl Denninger
Market-Ticker.org

This deserves a bit more because frankly, I’m getting tired of the nuts.

Indeed this might get added to my FAQ here (go see the section on “Troofers” for what happens if you run that garbage on my forum, whether in the comment section or otherwise) because it is getting about that stupid.

Let’s talk a bit about boat handling, especially single-screw vessels. Most props (unless you have twins) are what are called “right hand” screws. When going ahead the torque effect and the rotation of the water column coming off the screw tend to move the stern of the ship to starboard, and since the vessel only has applied moment (force) at the stern this means if the stern goes starboard the bow goes to port. Each vessel has an “effective” pivot center; exactly where it is varies, but it is not in the center of the vessel length-wise. With an outboard it is often at or right near the transom, which can make close-quarter handling quite a mess in snotty conditions at low speed. Gigabite, which was a Hatteras 45′ Sportfish, pivoted at around her engine locations, which was roughly 10-15′ or so from the transom (she had twin Detroit diesels.)

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Boatload of Illegal Immigrants Washes Up in San Diego

by Steve Watson
Modernity News

Video was captured Wednesday of a boat full of illegal immigrants landing on Solana Beach in California shortly before 7am.

Fox 5 News reports that U.S. Customs Border and Protection’s San Diego Air and Marine Branch tracked the boat, and 10 migrants who jumped off and attempted to flee were arrested.

Several others are thought to be still on the loose.

[…] Can this even be called a ‘border crisis’ anymore? There is no border.

A lifelong Border Patrol officer recently told The Daily Signal that the countless “sacrifices” he made working to keep the border secure have been “all for nothing,” because of what is now happening in Biden’s America.

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Gold Price Surges to All-Time High Above $2,230, but Look at This…

from King World News

The price of gold soared to a new all-time high above $2,230, but take a look at this…

March 28 (King World News) – James Turk: Eric, the mainstream media has been bombarding us with the term “higher for longer.” It is being broadcast relentlessly by Federal Reserve officials and their acolytes.

It’s meant to imply that the Fed is not lowering interest rates anytime soon, or at least not as quickly as stock market investors expect or want. But I do agree with one wag who has said that when you hear “higher for longer,” think inflation and not interest rates. The term could become as infamous as “transitory.”

Nevertheless, the prospect of higher interest rates has some gold buyers worried. They shouldn’t be. They mistakenly believe that the higher interest rates are bad for gold, despite actual evidence and logic to the contrary.

Continue Reading at KingWorldNews.com…