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Watchdog on Wall Street with Chris Markowski
Hosted by Finance, Investing, & Markets · EN
Welcome to The Watchdog on Wall Street Podcast. Author, investment banker, consumer advocate, analyst, and trader Chris Markowski exposes the lies and myths of the big brokerage firms, the mainstream press, and the government. Chris explains the news coming out of the complex worlds of finance, economics and politics and the impact it will have on everyday Americans.
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62 Months Above Target: Fed Inflation Failure Under Fire
2d ago00:02:35Tap to summarizeLISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured The discussion highlights inflation staying above the Federal Reserve’s 2% target for over five years, criticizing long-term monetary policy and money printing. It argues this persistent overshoot is eroding purchasing power, questions the Fed’s effectiveness, and pushes the idea that inflation should be driven closer to zero rather than maintained at 2%.
Transcribe →MBA Prices Are Crashing — Was the Student Loan Bubble Exposed?
2d ago00:07:03Tap to summarizeLISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured Business schools across America are suddenly slashing MBA tuition as borrowing limits tighten and demand weakens. Critics argue the student loan system inflated college costs for decades, allowing universities to charge outrageous prices while students piled up debt. Now, with graduate borrowing capped and job prospects cooling, many are questioning whether expensive MBA programs were ever worth the cost in the first place.
Transcribe →Is Thomas Massie Being Targeted for Speaking Out?
2d ago00:10:42Tap to summarizeLISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured A firestorm is erupting around Thomas Massie as massive money floods his Republican primary race, AI-generated attack ads spread online, and critics accuse powerful political interests of trying to silence one of Congress’s most independent conservatives. The controversy is fueling a larger debate over foreign influence, media loyalty, censorship, and whether today’s political system punishes anyone who challenges the establishment.
Transcribe →Trump’s Trading Frenzy Sparks Insider Trading Questions
2d ago00:11:40Tap to summarizeLISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured A wave of scrutiny is building after reports revealed Donald Trump conducted more than 3,700 stock trades this year, including massive moves involving major tech companies and Palantir. Critics argue the timing raises serious ethical and legal concerns, especially as Speaker Mike Johnson defends congressional stock trading despite growing public outrage. The debate is reigniting questions about insider trading, political privilege, blind trusts, and whether America’s political elite are operating under a different set of rules than everyone else.
Transcribe →The Watchdog's Take on Financial Freedom
3d ago00:39:26Tap to summarizeChris Markowski, the Watchdog of Wall Street, discusses various pressing issues including the staggering costs of public education, the importance of critical thinking in media, environmental concerns, the dynamics of oil markets, and the impact of political decisions on the economy. He emphasizes the need for accountability in education spending, critiques the media landscape, and reflects on the implications of Trump's policies. The conversation highlights the interconnectedness of these themes and their relevance to financial freedom and public welfare.
Transcribe →Unmasking Wall Street's Illusions
4d ago00:39:38Tap to summarizeChris Markowski delves into the complexities of financial realities, exposing the myths propagated by Wall Street and the government. He discusses the Dunning-Kruger effect as it relates to financial incompetence, the illusion of consumer spending, the performance of investment gurus, and the ongoing issues of insider trading and national debt. Markowski emphasizes the need for accountability and transparency in financial practices, critiques the healthcare system, and addresses the implications of tariffs on inflation. The conversation culminates in a call for a more honest approach to economic policy and spending.
Transcribe →Facing Financial Truths: A Reality Check
4d ago00:39:37Tap to summarizeChris Markowski discusses the harsh realities of the financial world, emphasizing the importance of financial education and the unique business model of Markowski Investments. He shares insights on the challenges of educating clients, the impact of inflation, and the current economic landscape, including the retirement crisis and the burden of debt. McFadden stresses the need for a mindset shift in approaching financial planning and the importance of being proactive in managing finances.
Transcribe →America’s $1.5 Trillion “Sweet 16” Defense Budget
5d ago00:08:58Tap to summarizeLISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured Pete Hegseth’s proposed $1.5 trillion defense budget is sparking backlash over soaring military spending, costly weapons programs, and massive payouts to defense contractors. This episode explores the F-35 controversy, missile defense costs, new battleships, and growing questions about whether America’s military budget has become an endless blank check.
Transcribe →Trump Phone Exposed? $500 “Made in America” Claims Under Fire
5d ago00:04:41Tap to summarizeLISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured Critics are blasting the new Trump T1 phone after claims it’s just a rebranded Chinese-made device reportedly similar to a budget T-Mobile model. This segment breaks down the controversy over the “Made in America” marketing, preorder confusion, pricing backlash, and the growing debate surrounding Trump-branded products.
Transcribe →China Calls America a “Declining Power” to Trump’s Face
5d ago00:26:55Tap to summarizeLISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured A fiery breakdown of China’s message to Donald Trump, America’s global standing, Taiwan tensions, Iran, Boeing, and the growing debate over whether the U.S. is overstretched abroad. This commentary dives into Trump’s reaction to Xi Jinping’s remarks, MAGA contradictions, military intervention, economic weakness, and the reality of America’s shifting role in the world.
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