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In episode 245 of The Higher Standard podcast, Chris, Saied, and Haroon dive into the latest market-moving headlines. They start with a bombshell from Jerome Powell, who finally hints that the Fed might cut interest rates. But before you get too excited, they break down why rate cuts tied to a looming recession might spell trouble for your stock portfolio. The hosts then shift gears to the housing market, discussing how U.S. home prices have hit a record high, making it tougher than ever to afford your dream home.➡️ And if that wasn’t enough, they expose some jaw-dropping admissions from Mark Zuckerberg that could change the way you see Big Tech. Lastly, they take a fascinating detour into the lucrative (and risky) world of professional whistleblowing—spoiler alert: you can make millions if you play your cards right!💥 Have you left your "honest ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️" review? 🏆 Sponsored By Transcend Company:TRANSCEND your goals! With a telehealth physician directed personalized treatment plan you can get a PERSONALIZED PLAN for Peptide Therapy, Hormone Replacement Therapy, Cognitive Function, Sleep & Fatigue, Athletic Performance and MORE. Their online process and medical experts make it simple to find out what’s right for you. ✔️ Click the link and start today: http://www.transcendcompany.com/THSP👕 THS MERCH: http://www.thspod.com🔗 Resources:Jerome Powell says "time has come" for Fed to cut interest rates (Bloomberg Business via Instagram)Rate Cuts That Come With Recession Aren't Good For Stocks (Yahoo! Finance)U.S. Home Prices Hit A Record High (Yahoo! Finance via Instagram)Mark Zuckerberg just admitted three things (House Judiciary GOP via X)How To Make Millions As A Professional Whistleblower (GQ via Apple News)⚠️ Disclaimer: Please note that the content shared on this show is solely for entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal or investment advice or attributed to any company. The views and opinions expressed are personal and not reflective of any entity. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided, and listeners are urged to seek professional advice before making any legal or financial decisions. By listening to The Higher Standard podcast you agree to these terms, and the show, its hosts and employees are not liable for any consequences arising from your use of the content.

In this episode of The Higher Standard podcast, Chris, Saied, and Haroon dive into the timeless lessons of Robert Kiyosaki's "Rich Dad, Poor Dad," reflecting on the book’s enduring insights into wealth-building strategies. While they acknowledge the value of its principles, the hosts candidly express their mixed feelings about Kiyosaki’s modern-day social media persona, suggesting that his transformation might have taken some of the shine off his original teachings.➡️ The conversation then shifts gears to current events, where the trio tackles the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics data, followed by a deep dive into the startling news that the U.S. economy created 818,000 fewer jobs than initially reported. They discuss the implications of this revision, including the Fed confronting the reality of potentially losing up to a million jobs in their forecast. On a lighter note, the hosts sprinkle in some pop culture commentary, from Ashanti and Nelly's baby news to the potential $550 million fallout from a rumored Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck divorce, and even a nod to Lil Jon's surprise appearance at the DNC. As always, Chris, Saied, and Haroon deliver sharp insights with their signature wit.💥 Have you left your "honest ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️" review? 🏆 Sponsored By Transcend Company:TRANSCEND your goals! With a telehealth physician directed personalized treatment plan you can get a PERSONALIZED PLAN for Peptide Therapy, Hormone Replacement Therapy, Cognitive Function, Sleep & Fatigue, Athletic Performance and MORE. Their online process and medical experts make it simple to find out what’s right for you. ✔️ Click the link and start today: http://www.transcendcompany.com/THSP👕 THS MERCH: http://www.thspod.com🔗 Resources:Bureau of Labor statistics shenanigans (ZeroHedge via X)Fed Confronts Up to a Million US Jobs Vanishing in Revision (Bloomberg)US economy created 818,000 fewer jobs than previously reported (Fox Business)⚠️ Disclaimer: Please note that the content shared on this show is solely for entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal or investment advice or attributed to any company. The views and opinions expressed are personal and not reflective of any entity. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided, and listeners are urged to seek professional advice before making any legal or financial decisions. By listening to The Higher Standard podcast you agree to these terms, and the show, its hosts and employees are not liable for any consequences arising from your use of the content.

Grant Cardone, a well-known financial influencer, joins Pace Morby and Kris Krohn, both real estate experts, along with social media influencer Luke Belmar and entrepreneur Albert Preciado. They delve into the deceptive world of financial influencers, revealing the manipulative tactics some use to gain followers. The group discusses the rise of credit card debt and the recent cooling of inflation rates. Their witty banter includes pop culture snippets, touching on celebrity endorsements and the ongoing skepticism surrounding the credibility of online influencers.

The stock market is on everyone's mind as recent declines raise eyebrows. The hosts analyze the shifting economic landscape and question whether the optimism around the 2Y/10Y spread was just a fleeting moment. With soaring U.S. credit card debt and disappointing job growth, discussions heat up around the impending recession. They delve into the intricacies of mortgage rates affecting the housing market and the influence of social media on society's attention spans. Humor and personal anecdotes pepper the serious economic discourse, making it an engaging listen!

Getting rich can happen a lot of different ways, but very few instances are quick or by chance. Most people build wealth over time by following the principles that Chris, Saied and Haroon lay out for you at the top of episode 241 of The Higher Standard podcast.➡️ But don't stop there, the boys jump in to all the financial information you need to know in order to stay abreast of what is going on in the economy. The only other thing they can do to make it easier to build wealth is just give you the money. 💥 Have you left your "honest ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️" review? 🏆 Sponsored By Transcend Company:TRANSCEND your goals! With a telehealth physician directed personalized treatment plan you can get a PERSONALIZED PLAN for Peptide Therapy, Hormone Replacement Therapy, Cognitive Function, Sleep & Fatigue, Athletic Performance and MORE. Their online process and medical experts make it simple to find out what’s right for you. ✔️ Click the link and start today: http://www.transcendcompany.com/THSP👕 THS MERCH: http://www.thspod.com🔗 Resources:Job openings dip slightly in June amid signs of 'turbulence' in labor market (Yahoo! Finance)The Fed needs to cut rates. Now. (Bloomberg Opinion)Trump turns up heat on Fed ahead of expected rate cuts: 'It's something that they know they shouldn’t be doing.' (Yahoo! Finance)The US national debt just surpassed another milestone: $35 trillion (Yahoo! Finance)GDP: US economy grows at faster-than-expected pace in second quarter as inflation eases (Yahoo! Finance)⚠️ Disclaimer: Please note that the content shared on this show is solely for entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal or investment advice or attributed to any company. The views and opinions expressed are personal and not reflective of any entity. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided, and listeners are urged to seek professional advice before making any legal or financial decisions. By listening to The Higher Standard podcast you agree to these terms, and the show, its hosts and employees are not liable for any consequences arising from your use of the content.

We get it. Some times on The Higher Standard podcast we throw around a lot of financial terms that not everyone is familiar with. Chris, Saied and Haroon aim to fix that, in part, by practically defining a lot of financial terms for you that you didn't know you needed to know in episode 240 of the show.➡️ From balance sheets to high yield savings accounts. From securities to bonds. From EPS to P/E ratios. We got you covered. 💥 Have you left your "honest ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️" review? 🏆 Sponsored By Transcend Company:TRANSCEND your goals! With a telehealth physician directed personalized treatment plan you can get a PERSONALIZED PLAN for Peptide Therapy, Hormone Replacement Therapy, Cognitive Function, Sleep & Fatigue, Athletic Performance and MORE. Their online process and medical experts make it simple to find out what’s right for you. ✔️ Click the link and start today: http://www.transcendcompany.com/THSP👕 THS MERCH: http://www.thspod.com🔗 Resources:What Is an Asset? Definition, Types, and Examples (Investopedia)Net Worth: What It Is and How to Calculate It (Investopedia)The Bond Market and Debt Securities: An Overview (Investopedia)What Is the Formula for Calculating Earnings per Share (EPS)? (Investopedia)Price-to-Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Definition, Formula, and Examples (Investopedia)⚠️ Disclaimer: Please note that the content shared on this show is solely for entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal or investment advice or attributed to any company. The views and opinions expressed are personal and not reflective of any entity. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided, and listeners are urged to seek professional advice before making any legal or financial decisions. By listening to The Higher Standard podcast you agree to these terms, and the show, its hosts and employees are not liable for any consequences arising from your use of the content.

Episode 239 of The Higher Standard podcast starts off with Chris, Saied and Haroon diving in to some of the top financial mistakes people make. Some of these may sound basic or simple, but you would be shocked at how many people are impacted by these problems every single day.➡️ For the second segment of the show, the boys go deep on the first strong probability of a Fed Funds rate cut. See, we told you that we don't only bring you bad news. 💥 Have you left your "honest ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️" review? 🏆 Sponsored By Transcend Company:TRANSCEND your goals! With a telehealth physician directed personalized treatment plan you can get a PERSONALIZED PLAN for Peptide Therapy, Hormone Replacement Therapy, Cognitive Function, Sleep & Fatigue, Athletic Performance and MORE. Their online process and medical experts make it simple to find out what’s right for you. ✔️ Click the link and start today: http://www.transcendcompany.com/THSP👕 THS MERCH: http://www.thspod.com🔗 Resources:Powell indicates Fed won't wait until inflation is down to 2% before cutting rates (CNBC)Powell Says US Data Offer Confidence That Inflation Is on Path to 2% (Bloomberg)Markets are betting there's a 100% chance the Fed cuts rates in September (Yahoo! Finance)Wall Street Economists See Compelling Case for Fed to Cut Now (Yahoo! Finance)No rush for US Fed to cut rates, IMF's chief economist says (Yahoo! Finance)⚠️ Disclaimer: Please note that the content shared on this show is solely for entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal or investment advice or attributed to any company. The views and opinions expressed are personal and not reflective of any entity. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided, and listeners are urged to seek professional advice before making any legal or financial decisions. By listening to The Higher Standard podcast you agree to these terms, and the show, its hosts and employees are not liable for any consequences arising from your use of the content.

In this jam-packed episode of The Higher Standard, Chris, Saied, and Haroon dive headfirst into the fiery debate of 529 plans versus brokerage accounts for kids. With Chris hilariously comparing brokerage accounts to the wild west and Haroon trying to make 529 plans sound as exciting as a superhero origin story, this segment is both informative and entertaining. ➡️ And just when you thought things couldn't get crazier, Saied drops the bombshell that US bankruptcies have hit their highest level in 14 years. It’s the perfect mix of financial advice and economic drama you didn’t know you needed. Don’t miss this rollercoaster of an episode that turns financial turmoil into pure podcast gold.💥 Have you left your "honest ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️" review? 🏆 Sponsored By Transcend Company:TRANSCEND your goals! With a telehealth physician directed personalized treatment plan you can get a PERSONALIZED PLAN for Peptide Therapy, Hormone Replacement Therapy, Cognitive Function, Sleep & Fatigue, Athletic Performance and MORE. Their online process and medical experts make it simple to find out what’s right for you. ✔️ Click the link and start today: http://www.transcendcompany.com/THSP👕 THS MERCH: http://www.thspod.com🔗 Resources:US Bankruptcies hit the highest level in 14 years (Global Markets Investor via X)Job openings have been rapidly declining (Game of Trades via X)50 housing markets where home prices are down the most from peak (Lance Lambert via X)Price cuts on the US Housing Market just hit their highest level in six years (Nick Gerli via X)A massive housing bubble has developed, and is about to pop, in the South (Nick Gerli via X)⚠️ Disclaimer: Please note that the content shared on this show is solely for entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal or investment advice or attributed to any company. The views and opinions expressed are personal and not reflective of any entity. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided, and listeners are urged to seek professional advice before making any legal or financial decisions. By listening to The Higher Standard podcast you agree to these terms, and the show, its hosts and employees are not liable for any consequences arising from your use of the content.

Financial expert Hawk Tuah demystifies EBITDA. Entertainment highlights include Will Smith's BET Awards performance and J.J. Redick's Lakers draft thoughts. Podcast covers wealthy investors' growth views, Federal Reserve's inflation measure, and pitching confidently. Other topics include healing properties, fashion in finance, and viral stories in basketball.

Some of you might not know this, but The Higher Standard podcast wouldn't be here if it were not for Mind Pump's Adam Schafer. Chris and Saied were long time fans of Mind Pump, the #1 fitness podcast in the world. Adam and Chris formed a friendship over time and the idea to create The Higher Standard in a model after Mind Pump was born. You may even note the homage to the Mind Pump studio in The Higher Standard's aesthetic. ➡️ It has been a while since Adam Schafer and Chris had an opportunity to sit down in front of a hot mic and talk about life. It's been nearly 10 years since Mind Pump started and a lot has changed. Adam is thinking a lot about the next chapter of his business and his life. The boy talk about cars, watches, the evolution of business, why being an "influencer" is a bad idea and so much more. 💥 Have you left your "honest ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️" review? 🏆 Sponsored By Transcend Company:TRANSCEND your goals! With a telehealth physician directed personalized treatment plan you can get a PERSONALIZED PLAN for Peptide Therapy, Hormone Replacement Therapy, Cognitive Function, Sleep & Fatigue, Athletic Performance and MORE. Their online process and medical experts make it simple to find out what’s right for you. ✔️ Click the link and start today: http://www.transcendcompany.com/THSP👕 THS MERCH: http://www.thspod.com🔗 Resources:Bringing Truth To Health & Fitness Worldwide (Mind Pump Media)Some Random Dude (Full Compression via Instagram)Pejman Ghadimi (Exotic Car Hacks via Instagram)Episode 232 | 💥 The Get Dynasty Origin Story (The Higher Standard )⚠️ Disclaimer: Please note that the content shared on this show is solely for entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal or investment advice or attributed to any company. The views and opinions expressed are personal and not reflective of any entity. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided, and listeners are urged to seek professional advice before making any legal or financial decisions. By listening to The Higher Standard podcast you agree to these terms, and the show, its hosts and employees are not liable for any consequences arising from your use of the content.