Month: November 2022

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Federalist Radio Hour - Inside The Fight Against Lockdowns

On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Justin Hart, founder of Rational Ground, joins Federalist Culture Editor Emily Jashinsky to discuss his new book "Gone Viral: How Covid Drove the World Insane" and explain how data about Covid-19 didn't match the fearmongering rhetoric used to justify more than a year of tyranny. 

You can find Hart's book here: https://www.regnery.com/9781684513512/gone-viral/
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The Daily Signal - TOP NEWS | Winsome Sears Slams Randi Weingarten’s ‘Pandemic Amnesty’, Venezuelans Attack Border Patrol, Capitol Police Chief on Political Climate, DC Council Vote on COVID Vaccine, Trump Tax Returns | Nov. 1

On today’s Daily Signal Top News, we break down: 

  • Lt. Gov. Winsome Sears bashes Randi Weingarten for “pandemic amnesty.” 
  • Venezuelans cross into U.S. and attack Border Patrol agents 
  •  U.S. Capitol Police Chief says we need more resources to protect lawmakers
  • D.C. Council to vote on COVID-19 vaccine mandate deadline for students
  • Chief Justice John Roberts delays handover of Trump’s tax returns



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CoinDesk Podcast Network - THE HASH: Fed Preview: Crypto Market Sees Smaller Rate Hikes From December; Dogecoin Soared 100% in October

This episode is sponsored by minima.global and Circle.


The most valuable crypto stories for Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022.


"The Hash" team discusses today's top stories, including investors' hopes that the Federal Reserve will pivot away from jumbo interest rate hikes from December to end the so-called liquidity tightening sooner than expected, and will signal that at its Nov. 2 meeting. And, a closer look at why dogecoin (DOGE) surged last month, outpacing other major cryptocurrencies, as Elon Musk takes control of Twitter.


See also: 

Fed Preview: Crypto Market Sees Smaller Rate Hikes From December but Major Banks Warn 'Slower Doesn't Mean Lower

Dogecoin’s 102% Spike Steals the Spotlight as October Ends

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This episode has been edited by Nia Freeman. Our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”

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Circle, the sole issuer of the trusted and reliable stablecoin USDC, is our sponsor for today’s show. USDC is a fast, cost-effective solution for global payments at internet speeds. Learn how businesses are taking advantage of these opportunities at Circle’s USDC Hub for Businesses.

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CoinDesk Podcast Network - BREAKDOWN: Can Elon Musk’s Twitter Challenge the Internet’s Advertising Model?

And is the blue checkmark payment plan less about bots and more about the model?

This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Circle and FTX US.

On today’s episode, NLW recaps the first few days following Elon Musk’s takeover of Twitter, including who he has fired and brought in, how the company is thinking about content moderation, a new payment plan for verification and, of course, dogecoin. 

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Circle, the sole issuer of the trusted and reliable stablecoin USDC, is our sponsor for today’s show. USDC is a fast, cost-effective solution for global payments at internet speeds. Learn how businesses are taking advantage of these opportunities at Circle’s USDC Hub for Businesses.

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“The Breakdown” is written, produced by and features Nathaniel Whittemore aka NLW, with editing by Rob Mitchell and research by Scott Hill. Jared Schwartz is our executive producer and our theme music is “Countdown” by Neon Beach. Music behind our sponsors today is “War” by Enoch Yang. Image credit: Taylor Hill/Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.



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Motley Fool Money - A “Shock and Awe” Acquisition

A 50% premium is a buyout price most investors would love to see. To acquire Abiomed, Johnson & Johnson was happy to pay it.

(0:17) Bill Mann discusses: - Why he believes a "shock and awe" price was worth paying for J&J - How Abiomed strengthens the company's medical device portfolio - Amazon expanding its ad-free music library for Prime members - Signs that the retail giant is gunning for Spotify, Disney, and other entertainment companies

(10:33)  Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp discuss how shortcuts can make you a smarter saver.

Companies discussed: JNJ, ABMD, AMZN, SPOT, DIS, PARA

Host: Chris Hill Guest: Bill Mann, Alison Southwick, Robert Brokamp Producer: Ricky Mulvey Engineers: Tim Sparks, Rick Engdahl

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Focus on Africa - More tensions between the DRC and Rwanda

Tensions rise further between the Democratic Republic of Congo and neighbouring Rwanda over M23 attacks. Both nations trade more accusations about supporting rebel groups and a diplomatic offensive deepens.

Also, the parents of the Gambian babies and toddlers who say their children died from contaminated cough syrup are outraged by the latest findings.

And a special BBC investigation asks if Moroccan border guards were responsible for the deaths of African migrants in June.

More on those stories in this podcast with Bola Mosuro.

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Stuff They Don't Want You To Know - CLASSIC: The Sick, Sweet Secret of the Sugar Cover-up

Everyone knows sugar in excessive amounts can have damaging effects on your health -- but just how bad is it, and why do people in the US still consume so much? Join the guys as they delve into the strange story of the decades-long sugar conspiracy. They don’t want you to read our book.

They don't want you to read our book.: https://static.macmillan.com/static/fib/stuff-you-should-read/

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In God We Lust - Wondery Presents: The Vanished

The Vanished is a true crime podcast that explores the stories of those who have gone missing. The Vanished goes beyond conventional news reports to take a deep dive into the story of a different missing person each week.

Host Marissa Jones brings you exclusive interviews with family members, friends, law enforcement and experts on mainstream cases, as well as little known ones.

Listen in, to hear what The Vanished will uncover next: wondery.fm/IGWL_TheVanished


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