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#347 - Jackson Caines: The Left Divided - Corbyn, Starmer, and GE 24

In this episode, Jackson Caines from Transform Politics joins Josh Hamilton to discuss the state of left-wing politics in Britain, the future of the Labour party, and the emergence of independent candidates.
In this episode, we cover:
- The influence of independent candidates in local constituencies
- Criticism of politicians having TV shows and second jobs
- The shift of Labour's policies towards the center under Keir Starmer
- The impact of NHS privatization and the need for radical healthcare policies
- The rise of the Transform party and their collaboration with left-wing candidates
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00:00 Introduction
04:32 Support for Corbyn inspired a political journey.
09:47 Informational divide in Britain, Twitter vs traditional news.
13:17 Keir Starmer's leadership signals shift from left.
17:40 Policies not genuinely inspired, content with status quo.
19:48 Keir Starmer governs from center-right, lacks grassroots support.
23:04 Labour cautious on US response to Israel.
28:37 Low voter turnout reflects uninspiring political climate.
29:55 Left aims for unity, endorses certain candidates.
34:41 Nervous about announcement, now ready for campaign.
36:32 Media crews interview Jeremy Corbyn's constituents about candidacy.
41:13 Witnessed defeat of Corbyn project at election.
44:40 Suggested country improvements: affordable trains, reduce MP's jobs
46:03 Tory spending increases, but little impact felt.
49:07 New party growing with over 1000 members.
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#346 - Professor Steve Keen: What Really Causes Inflation, Hard Money and Bitcoin's Big Flaw

Professor Steve Keen is an Australian economist renowned for his critical stance on mainstream economic theories, particularly neoclassical economics. He holds degrees from the University of Sydney and a Ph.D. from the University of New South Wales. Keen has become a prominent figure for his analyses of financial instability and economic crises, advocating for the inclusion of complex systems theory and Hyman Minsky's financial instability hypothesis in economic models. His book "Debunking Economics: The Naked Emperor Dethroned?" challenges the foundations of traditional economic thought. Additionally, he developed the "Minsky" software tool to model economic systems incorporating banking and debt, reflecting Minsky's theories. Keen is also noted for predicting the 2008 global financial crisis based on his analysis of rising private debt levels.
Keen has held academic positions, including as an associate professor at the University of Western Sydney, and is currently a Distinguished Research Fellow at University College London (UCL). He actively engages in public debates on economics, contributing to media outlets, blogs, and social media, gaining a significant following for his critiques of economic policies and clear explanations of complex concepts. He has received awards such as the Revere Award from the Real-World Economics Review for his contributions to economic education. Despite his influence, Keen has expressed skepticism about Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, highlighting what he perceives as fundamental flaws in their design and economic viability.
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#345 - Debt Free Dad: Why We Get Into Debt - Debunking Myths and Saving Money

Debt Free Dad is a website dedicated to helping individuals and families eliminate debt and achieve financial freedom. It offers a variety of resources including a Debt Freedom Planner, educational courses, and the "Roots" membership program, which provides step-by-step guidance, support, and accountability for managing finances. The site also features success stories, a podcast, and practical tips on budgeting, saving, and paying off debt. The goal is to reduce financial stress and improve financial well-being of its users.
Brad, shares valuable insights on budgeting, debt reduction strategies, and financial planning. The conversation delves into shedding light on societal norms around debt, the impact of social pressures on spending habits, and the importance of setting clear financial goals.
Key takeaways:
Debt as a societal norm: Brad opens up about how debt has become normalized and heavily marketed, making it seem abnormal not to have debt. He emphasizes the role of parental influence and societal pressures in shaping individuals' financial habits.
Mortgage approval without credit score: Brad discusses how some individuals have successfully secured mortgages without a credit score through lenders using manual underwriting, showcasing alternative ways to establish creditworthiness.
Car payments and mortgages: Brad highlights the negative impact of high car payments on mortgage approvals, emphasizing the need to make intentional decisions regarding finances and prioritize saving over impulsive spending.
For more information, visit https://www.debtfreedad.com/ 
 
00:00 Debt has become a societal norm.
06:47 Mortgage obtained without traditional credit score system.
08:20 Concerns about financial advice and debt management.
14:28 Eating out and instant purchases impact finances.
18:32 Change mindset and tools to improve finances.
21:16 Social pressure from peers drives lifestyle choices.
23:09 Don't regret starting to manage money early.
27:45 Take responsibility for financial success, not blame.
30:07 Thanks for listening and subscribing, see you!
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#344 - James Nuveen: How To Escape America, Pay Less Tax, and Explore The World

James Nuveen, a visionary writer who has captivated a global audience, embarked on a life-changing journey after a pivotal realization. Despite living comfortably in what many consider the best country in the world, James felt an undeniable call for something greater. In 2021, driven by this profound sense of purpose, he made the bold decision to quit his job and redefine the American dream beyond the borders of the United States. 
 
James, who has lived in ten different countries across South America, discusses the logistics, lifestyle, and tax advantages of becoming a tax resident in countries with territorial tax systems, like Panama and Costa Rica. We'll explore the appeal of spending months in places like Paraguay, considering factors like weather, cost of living, and public transportation.
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00:00 Introduction
07:57 Living in Latin America offers cheaper living.
14:36 Latin America taxation 
17:42 Countries' tax residency rules and tax benefits.
22:13 UK's non dom tax regime struck down.
25:24 International residency and taxation.
28:09 Experiencing life abroad
32:18 Nomadic lifestyle limits deep relationships, hinders business.
36:09 Making international friends
37:06 Language and cultural integration
45:20 Immerse in Spanish: classes, conversation, Latin America.
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#343 - Scott Pollan: GameStop - Shorts, SWAPs, and the Slow Squeeze?

Scott Pollan is a GameStop enthusiast, economist in training, and former commodities trader. And WOW did Scott have some interesting things to say about the GameStop Saga, SWAPs, market manipulation, Citadel, and the trading halt! 
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#342 - Joel Valenzuela on the Future of Crypto: Bitcoin Lightning Network Is Dead

The Bitcoin Lightning Network is dead and it's time to look for other ways to exchange Bitcoin in a cheap, fast, and reliable way. Or so says Joel Valenzuela! Joel is a cryptocurrency and liberty advocate who tried going unbanked in 2015! It's his second time on the podcast and it was really fascinating to chat to him again. We discussed Bitcoin, crypto, global adoption of digital currencies, replacing banks with crypto wallets, CBDCs, and whether governments should have control of the money supply.
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#341 - Jeff Jarvis: What The Internet And The Printing Press Have In Common

Jeff Jarvis is an American journalist, associate professor, public speaker, and former television critic. He is the director of the Tow-Knight Center for Entrepreneurial Journalism at the City University of New York and has been a vocal advocate for the Open Web and the importance of innovation in journalism. 
Jarvis is the author of several books, including What Would Google Do? (2009), Public Parts: How Sharing in the Digital Age Improves Our Lives and Makes a Better World (2011), Geeks Bearing Gifts: The Promise of Openness in the Digital Age (2013), and The Future of the News: What We Need to Know to Survive the Next Ten Years (2016). 
Jeff's new book The Gutenberg Parenthesis traces the epoch of print from its fateful beginnings to our digital present – and draws out lessons for the age to come. The age of print is a grand exception in history. For five centuries the age of prinit fostered what some call print culture – a worldview shaped by the completeness, permanence, and authority of the printed word. As a technology, print at its birth was as disruptive as the digital migration of today. Now, as the internet ushers us past print culture, journalist Jeff Jarvis offers important lessons from the era we leave behind. 
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#340 - Zachary Elwood on Polarisation: Is Hypocrisy Killing Democracy?

Zachary Elwood believes that polarisation and anger in politics is one of the most damaging things for the future of democracy. In this captivating discussion, we explore the role of social media in amplifying divisions, how Donald Trump's candidacy impacted the political landscape, and the media's significant influence on polarization dynamics.
Polarisation has been on the rise over the past few years and I was curious to explore how and why it was happening. Politics has become so divided and angry that our political conversation has become broken. I asked Zach about how social media has influenced this, the Brexit debate, seeing the worst in the “other” side, and the consequences of Democrats and Republicans questioning and refusing to accept the results of elections. 
#politics #polarisation #election2024 #trump #biden #brexit #division
Timestamps: 
00:00 - The Impact of Social Media on Polarization 
07:00 - The Impact of Donald Trump on Polarization 
13:43 - Media's Role in Polarization
20:19 - Promoting Nuance and Personal Responsibility 
27:20 - Pessimistic Views and Stereotyping 
34:18 - Challenging Misconceptions about Ethnic Minorities 
40:59 - Challenging the Legitimacy of Elections 
47:48 - Addressing Us Versus Them Animosity
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#339 - Brandon Kochkodin: The Loony Conspiracy Theory Threatening Wall Street [Naked Shorts]

Brandon Kochkodin is my guest on this show to cover GameStop and Brandon's claim that naked shorts don't exist in the market. Brandon, a seasoned writer for Forbes, takes us on a journey through the GameStop Saga and its connection to the Wall Street Bets community. 
🚀#GameStop #NakedShorts #WallStreetBets 
 
The basic theory that prevailed in the GameStop community following the squeeze of January 2021 is that naked short selling was used and is possibly still being used to suppress the price of the shares of this company. Brandon Kochkodin questions whether this is true, and whether the entire notion of naked short selling being used to manipulate markets on a wide scale is really occurring. I had some serious questions regarding GME, naked shorts, Wes Christian, and much more. Brandon had some interesting answers. 
 
#GameStopSaga #NakedShortSelling #FinanceDebate #MarketManipulation #RegulatoryResponse #FinancialFirms #StockMarketInsights
 
Timestamps: 
00:00 - GameStop Saga and Wall Street Bets 
04:59 - Short Interest and Naked Short Selling 
09:28 - Detecting Naked Short Selling 
13:50 - Settling Cases and Lack of Evidence 
18:07 - Market Manipulation and GameStop 
22:53 - Naked Short Selling and Regulatory Response 
27:19 - Fines for Financial Firms and SEC Enforcement 
34:46 - Naked Short Selling and 2008 Financial Crisis
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#338 - Richard Hanania: The Origins of Woke

In this podcast with author Richard Hanania we talked about his brand new book, The Origins of Woke: Civil Rights Law, Corporate America, and the Triumph of Identity Politics. In a nation nearly evenly split between conservatives and liberals, the left dominates nearly all major institutions, including universities, the government, and corporate America. Hanania argues that this is as much a legal requirement as it is an issue of one side triumphing in the marketplace of ideas. Culture has its own independent force, but the state has, since the 1960s, been putting its thumb on the scale. In the conversation, we dive into the roots of the concept of "wokeness" and its deep-seated origins in American society, dating back to government mandates and regulations from the late 1960s and early 1970s. 
This discussion challenges the common perception that wokeness is a recent phenomenon, shedding light on its historical underpinnings and how it has influenced institutions and corporations. Richard also explores the evolving role of social media in shaping acceptable narratives and content censorship, examining how these platforms, once champions of free expression, have grappled with increased pressures and changing content policies. 
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