Month: March 2025

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The Daily Signal - Victor Davis Hanson: Gavin Newsom’s California in ‘Existential Freefall’

California native Victor Davis Hanson breaks down the harsh realities of Newsom’s policies on this episode of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.” 


From high taxes to a failing power grid, Hanson asks the critical question: Why is California becoming unsustainable?


“The state started the year 2024 $76 billion in debt. You are now broke. Even that was not enough. What is your plan to address that?


“We are in an existential freefall. And you as governor either can't or won't do anything about it. And if this continues, in another decade, this is going to be a completely medieval Third World society, if it isn't already.”

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The Journal. - The Battle to Be the King of Retail: Walmart vs. Amazon

Walmart has been America’s largest retailer by revenue for over three decades. But that title might change hands this year, with Amazon hot on the supercenter’s heels. WSJ’s Sarah Nassauer explains how Walmart has fought hard to keep its crown. 


Further Reading:

-How Walmart Built the Biggest Threat Amazon Has Faced 

-Walmart’s Reign as America’s Biggest Retailer Is Under Threat 


Further Listening:

-The 20,000 Steps to a Walmart Manager’s Six-Figure Salary 

-What Walmart’s Aisles Say About the American Consumer 

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Amicus With Dahlia Lithwick | Law, justice, and the courts - Sneak Preview: An Escalating Constitutional Crisis

In this urgent extra episode of Amicus,  host Dahlia Lithwick and Slate's senior writer Mark Joseph Stern discuss the unfolding constitutional crisis triggered by the Trump administration's defiance of a court order to halt flights carrying Venezuelan migrants to be delivered to El Salvador’s so-called Terrorism Confinement Center - a vast foreign prison  that could  be described as a labor camp.  Lithwick and Stern explore the timeline of events that unfolded in Federal Court Judge James Boasberg’s court this week, and on planes bound for El Salvador. Next, they try to parse the legal arguments put forth by the Justice Department, claiming apparently boundless power for President Trump to render anyone he deems a gang member. Finally, they discuss why the Trump administration has chosen this particular constitutional hill to die on, and how far Chief Justice John Roberts might be prepared to go along with it. 


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Lost Debate - How To Keep Your Brain Young

Is cognitive decline inevitable, or can we keep our minds sharp as we age? Ravi sits down with neuroscientist Dr. Tommy Wood to explore what truly drives cognitive aging, and why the science is more hopeful than most people think. They break down the differences between crystallized and fluid intelligence, the impact of physical activity, and why doing hard things could be the key to mental strength. Tommy shares research-backed strategies for maintaining brain health, from quality sleep and strong social connections to the surprising benefits of dancing. Finally, Ravi and Tommy discuss why self-compassion might be the ultimate performance enhancer and how the choices you make today will shape the way your mind works for years to come.


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Motley Fool Money - Alphabet’s $32 Billion Cybersecurity Play

If approved, the technology giant will make the largest acquisition in its company’s history by purchasing Wiz.


(00:14) Jason Moser and Ricky Mulvey discuss:

- Why Alphabet is spending $32 billion on a cloud security company.

- BYD’s announcement that it can charge an electric vehicle battery in five minutes.

- Robinhood rolling out prediction markets on its platform.


Then, (18:51) Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp answer mailbag questions about keeping cash on the sidelines and health savings accounts.


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Companies/tickers discussed: GOOG, GOOGL, CRWD, CIBR, OTC: BYDDY, HOOD

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Reset with Sasha-Ann Simons - Chicago Transportation News

Drivers are being warned to expect massive delays and traffic complications, as the Kennedy Expressway enters its final phase of a three-year construction project. Labor groups are appealing to Springfield to adopt the groups’ own vision for the future of the Regional Transportation Authority. Lawmakers are considering charging Illinois drivers “a road usage” tax. And Metra’s 14 suburban commuter rails – like the Heritage Corridor, the SouthWest Service and the Union Pacific lines – could all be in for a rebranding. Reset gets a transportation roundup from Chicago Sun-Times general assignment reporter David Struett. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.
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CoinDesk Podcast Network - MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | What Are Perpetual Futures Contracts?

Everything you need to know about the perpetual futures market with Jennifer Sanasie and CoinDesk Indices Head of Product and Research Andy Baehr.

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CoinDesk Indices Head of Product and Research Andy Baehr joins "Markets Daily" to discuss the difference between perpetual futures contracts and traditional futures. Find out why the product is so attractive for retail investors.

This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes.

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The Bulwark Podcast - S2 Ep1002: Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov: The Cheap Whore at the White House

The fastest growing demographic class in America is billionaires—we've gone from 500 to 2,500 in the past 10 years. And they know the cheapest, easiest way to get richer: Give a million bucks to Mr. Pay-to-Play in the Oval Office. Meanwhile, maybe just maybe POTUS's confidant in Moscow deposited some cash in his Swiss bank account AKA TrumpCoin, and that's why he is working so hard to get Ukraine to surrender. Also, Dems really need to focus on one or two issues to counter Trump's flood the zone strategy: like the threat to Social Security or questioning why Elon is not applying DOGE to his own Tesla subsidies. Plus, young men are the most anxious, depressed, and obese generation in history and we've really got to help them. 

Jessie Tarlov and Scott Galloway join Tim Miller.
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