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Credit Market Signals and the Global Oil Landscape
28:19
Market & Economy Apr 2, 2026 • 28:19

Credit Market Signals and the Global Oil Landscape

Matt Gomoll and Steve Laska break down how credit market indicators are shifting in response to Middle East developments, and what global oil supply dynamics mean for your portfolio.

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The Strait of Hormuz and What It Means for Oil Prices
38:15
Geopolitics Mar 20, 2026 • 38:15

The Strait of Hormuz and What It Means for Oil Prices

An in-depth look at how the ongoing Middle East conflict is reshaping oil market dynamics, and which economic levers could help stabilize global energy prices.

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Emergency Briefing: U.S.-Iran Tensions and Market Impact
39:42
Geopolitics Mar 3, 2026 • 39:42

Emergency Briefing: U.S.-Iran Tensions and Market Impact

A special edition exploring the historical context of U.S.-Iran relations, current military dynamics, potential economic impacts, and what the volatility in energy markets means for investors.

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What the Supreme Court's Tariff Ruling Means for Your Wallet
34:37
Market & Economy Feb 26, 2026 • 34:37

What the Supreme Court's Tariff Ruling Means for Your Wallet

Matt and Steve unpack the Supreme Court's tariff decision, its ripple effects on consumer prices and corporate strategy, and where trade policy is headed next.

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A New Fed Chair Nominee and AI's Disruption of the Software Sector
31:51
Technology Feb 12, 2026 • 31:51

A New Fed Chair Nominee and AI's Disruption of the Software Sector

The implications of Kevin Warsh's nomination to lead the Federal Reserve, plus a deep dive into how artificial intelligence is reshaping the software market and what it means for tech investors.

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Greenland Tensions and the Looming Government Shutdown
28:23
Geopolitics Jan 29, 2026 • 28:23

Greenland Tensions and the Looming Government Shutdown

How geopolitical maneuvering around Greenland could affect market confidence and the U.S. dollar, plus the economic risks of another potential government shutdown.

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Venezuela, Iran, and the DoJ: A Global Market Update
45:09
Geopolitics Jan 14, 2026 • 45:09

Venezuela, Iran, and the DoJ: A Global Market Update

Matt and Steve connect the dots between developments in Venezuela, Iran, and a major DoJ inquiry — and explain how these seemingly distant events ultimately affect your portfolio.

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Is AI in a Bubble? Separating Hype from Investment Reality
33:03
Technology Dec 4, 2025 • 33:03

Is AI in a Bubble? Separating Hype from Investment Reality

A candid discussion about whether artificial intelligence valuations have outpaced fundamentals, and what investors should watch for as the technology matures.

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50-Year Mortgages and the State of Real Estate with Gretchen Coley
33:09
Real Estate Nov 13, 2025 • 33:09

50-Year Mortgages and the State of Real Estate with Gretchen Coley

Luxury real estate expert Gretchen Coley joins the show to discuss innovative mortgage structures, shifting market dynamics, and practical advice for today's homeowners and buyers.

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Why the S&P 500 Stays Resilient During a Government Shutdown
25:02
Market & Economy Oct 30, 2025 • 25:02

Why the S&P 500 Stays Resilient During a Government Shutdown

From SNAP benefits to international trade complexities, Steve and Matt explore how the government shutdown is rippling through the economy — and why the market remains surprisingly strong.

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GDP Revisions, Rare Earth Tensions, and What They Signal
29:54
Market & Economy Oct 17, 2025 • 29:54

GDP Revisions, Rare Earth Tensions, and What They Signal

A look at what recent GDP revisions really tell us about economic health, plus how U.S.-China tensions over rare earth minerals could reshape supply chains and investment opportunities.

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Understanding the Government Shutdown and Its Economic Fallout
20:01
Market & Economy Oct 2, 2025 • 20:01

Understanding the Government Shutdown and Its Economic Fallout

Steve and Matt break down the mechanics of the current government shutdown — what caused it, who's affected most, and what it means for the broader economy and your financial planning.

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Fed Rate Cuts: What They Mean for Housing, Jobs, and Your Portfolio
25:55
Market & Economy Sep 19, 2025 • 25:55

Fed Rate Cuts: What They Mean for Housing, Jobs, and Your Portfolio

In the inaugural episode of Plain Talk, Steve and Matt discuss how the Fed's rate cuts are reverberating through the housing market, employment landscape, and investment strategies.

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