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The Ripple Effect: How 911 Reshaped Financial Markets and Insurance Industry pod audio
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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