Riding on the Hog of a Fiscal Orgy
The Jacob Shapiro Podcast
Planning Future Broadcasts with Humor and Insight
The speakers discuss the exciting idea of featuring guests on their podcast during upcoming presidential elections. With a blend of humor and creativity, they explore potential interactive sessions to enrich the listener experience.
Jacob and Marko convene an emergency episode to discuss Liberation Day. Afterwards, they speak to fellow cousin Matt Gertken about President Trump’s comments that he might serve a third presidential term.
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Timestamps:
(00:00) - Introduction and Episode Overview
(01:46) - Discussion on Tariffs and Trade Deficit
(02:58) - Reciprocal Tariffs and Economic Reactions
(04:56) - Market Reactions and Negotiation Strategies
(07:02) - Uncertainty and Global Trade Dynamics
(07:45) - Historical Context and Strategic Analysis
(10:15) - Geopolitical Implications and Future Scenarios
(13:15) - US Fiscal Policy and Global Trade War
(30:57) - Potential Outcomes and Congressional Actions
(35:20) - Biden's Missed Opportunity with Trade
(36:04) - Challenges in US Trade Negotiations
(37:44) - Inflation and Tariffs Debate
(40:19) - Recession Concerns and Economic Adjustments
(41:11) - Tariffs and Their Impact on American Manufacturing
(43:09) - China's Military Exercises and Taiwan
(44:30) - Debating China's Intentions with Taiwan
(52:03) - Part 2 with Matt Gertken
(54:48) - Trump's Third Term Speculation
(01:06:44) - Reflecting on Beginnings and Career Paths
(01:07:52) - The Impact of Leadership on Markets
(01:10:52) - Comparing Political Systems: US, China, and Russia
(01:13:11) - The Future of American Democracy
(01:17:19) - Media Manipulation and Political Spectacle
(01:20:50) - The Role of the Supreme Court
(01:32:57) - European Politics and the Far Right
(01:42:31) - Concluding Thoughts on Geopolitics
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Referenced in the Show:
Note from Matt on reference he made in podcast: Cato of Utica is associated with Geo Washington. He committed suicide when Caesar came to power - But it was Cato the ELDER who would retreat to his Sabine farm after various stints in power. https://www.mountvernon.org/library/digitalhistory/digital-encyclopedia/article/cato
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Jacob Shapiro is a speaker, consultant, author, and researcher covering global politics and affairs, economics, markets, technology, history, and culture. He speaks to audiences of all sizes around the world, helps global multinationals make strategic decisions about political risks and opportunities, and works directly with investors to grow and protect their assets in today’s volatile global environment. His insights help audiences across industries like finance, agriculture, and energy make sense of the world.
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