Finances the Other "F" Word

Finances the Other "F" Word


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The Ripple Effect: How 911 Reshaped Financial Markets and Insurance Industry pod audio
September 11, 2024

Today, we explore the aftermath effect of 9-11 on financial markets and the insurance sector. We also discuss why mass shootings are not considered domestic terrorism. Catch Mel O Live on the Stati

The Massive NPD Data Breach Exposing Billions: What You Need to Know
September 09, 2024

Today, I discuss the massive social security and data breach that is NPD. 2.9 billion people have had their data stolen, you and I are probably one of them. Here are some good resources for you after

The Disney Effect: Death, Media Control, Liability, and Consumer Rights in the Crosshairs
August 22, 2024

In the latest episode Mel O CFP delves into the complex world of Disney's influence on media, consumer rights, privacy, finance and BINDING arbitration clauses, even in cases of wrongful death! Catch

Unpacking Project 2025 Oil Subsidies Military Plans and Environmental and Ethical Ramifications
August 12, 2024

Today, Mel O CFP, dives into Project 2025. She covers oil subsidies to Medicaid and military changes, as well as the ever-growing divide between older and younger generations. With the youngest gene

Money Matters: Diving into Economic Indicators and Market Influences
July 15, 2024

Understand the economic numbers and get away from the political BS!! Today, I delve into the impact of various leading and lagging indicators on the economy, from the stock market and PMI numbers to G

The Capital One and Discover Merger Navigating Monopolies and Credit Card Dominance
June 03, 2024

Mergers and Monopolies: We explore the potential impact of a Capital One and Discover merger on the credit card industry, emphasizing the concerns and regulatory scrutiny related to monopolies and c

The Tariff Fallout National Security Trade Impact and the "Made in America" Predicament
May 28, 2024

In our latest episode, Mel O discusses the complex world of tariffs and national security & what it means to be "Made in America". **I had some reocordig issues so the episode might be choppy. Catc

Unseen Impact Bidens Tariffs and the Invisible Costs of Decision Making in Power
May 15, 2024

In my latest episode, I delve into the unseen impact of political decisions, focusing on Biden's tariffs and their far-reaching effects on the economy. I explore the complexity of tariffs on various i