Financial Issues

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case join host Mark Minnella to highlight the Nvidia sell alert and introduce the petition urging the company to return to its core business instead of funding cultural agendas. Mark explains diversification strategies, suggesting a balanced approach to portfolio allocation while cautioning against over-diversification that dilutes returns. The discussion also...

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case highlight the start of a new fiscal quarter, explore questions about standing firm in faith, and discuss the importance of being prepared for trials with God's grace. They also consider the ongoing government shutdown, job data reports, and market responses, while touching on Trump's proposed tariffs on foreign-made movies. The program features commentary...

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case celebrate the successful completion of the ministry's financial campaign, highlighting how supporters exceeded the fundraising goal and expanded the monthly soldier base. They also explore the impact of the government shutdown, present updates on the markets, and mention the new sell alert for Nvidia while encouraging listeners to sign the petition. Mark...

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In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case highlight the ministry's fiscal year-end campaign and encourage continued partner support. They explore biblical teaching on government and taxation, including the meaning of "render unto Caesar," and discuss how faith shapes views on civil authority. The hosts also cover market movements, economic updates, and ongoing concerns about debanking conservativ...

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case join host Mark Minnella to present updates on the ongoing financial campaign, highlight the recent Nvidia sell alert, and discuss strategies for biblically responsible investing. They field partner questions about selling appreciated stock, navigating capital gains, and reallocating investments with stewardship in mind. Later, Anthony Hopp from Samaritan...

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case share updates on the ministry's financial campaign and highlight the recent sell alert on Nvidia due to concerns with biblically responsible investing. Twila Brase joins in the second segment to discuss health care freedom, the costs facing patients, and her 3C solution of cash, catastrophic coverage, and charity. She also responds to questions on Tylenol...

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case join main host Mark Minnella to discuss the stewardship of children in higher education, weighing the risks of secular universities against the grounding of a strong faith. They also present the ministry's sell alert on Nvidia, explaining the decision through the lens of biblically responsible investing and exploring options for handling gains. Mark highl...

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case share updates on the ministry's fiscal campaign and highlight testimonies from partners who have experienced the value of biblically responsible investing. They present insights on Gen Z's growing interest in investing and discuss the importance of teaching stewardship across generations. The hosts also explore concerns about Americans relying too heavily...

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case reflect on the powerful gospel-centered memorial service for Charlie Kirk, emphasizing moments of forgiveness, revival, and public proclamations of faith. They also share updates on the ministry's fiscal campaign, highlighting the role of biblically responsible investing and stewardship in advancing the gospel. The hosts explore the SEC's move toward endi...

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case highlight the market's strong performance following the Fed's rate cut while also presenting the fallout from Cracker Barrel's failed rebrand. Mark Minnella joins the program to explore biblically responsible investing, answer listener questions on CDs, 403(b) rollovers, and asset allocation, and discuss strategies such as donating appreciated stock. The...

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case highlight the Federal Reserve's latest interest rate cut and its ripple effects on the markets, noting both optimism and caution from investors. They also explore the growing trend of people relying on AI for financial guidance, pointing out risks of outdated or inaccurate information while stressing the importance of discernment and stewardship. Alongsid...

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case welcome new host Mark Minnella, who shares his perspective on the mission of Financial Issues and the importance of biblically responsible investing. Mark explores stewardship as a way of life, connects finances to faith, and answers listener questions on mining stocks, ADRs, and strategies for re-entering the market. He highlights how this platform equip...

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case present updates on the ministry's year-end campaign, including milestones in giving and partner support. They discuss the latest details surrounding the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk and highlight concerns about rising hostility toward Christians. Mat Staver of Liberty Counsel joins the program to share his perspective on the importance of using mo...

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case introduce the ministry's fiscal year-end campaign, reflecting on how God has sustained Financial Issues through challenges and opened the door for new leadership with incoming host Mark Minnella. They highlight the impact of biblically responsible investing, including past successes such as funding ultrasounds, supporting children in schools, and petition...

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case open with reflections on free speech and the troubling rise of hostility toward it on college campuses. They also present updates on the markets following recent CPI numbers and discuss developments surrounding the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk. After the first segment, new host Mark Minnella shares his thoughts, highlighting how the attack has emb...

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case reflect on the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk and highlight his legacy of faith, truth, and civil debate. They discuss the spiritual battle facing the nation, urging listeners to remain vigilant, prayerful, and committed to speaking truth with grace. The hosts also remember the anniversary of 9/11, honoring the sacrifices made that day while connect...

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case open with updates on job numbers revised sharply downward from the Biden administration and highlight improving optimism about retirement. They also present new PPI inflation data and explore expectations for upcoming interest rate cuts. Later, Mark Minnella joins Seth and Sam to discuss retirement planning from a biblical perspective, stressing trust in...

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case explore rising tariff revenues and the potential impact of a Supreme Court ruling on Trump's trade policies. They highlight small business optimism alongside concerns about labor quality, inflation, and taxes. The discussion also presents a decline in support for capitalism, contrasting it with the failures of socialism, and emphasizes the importance of p...

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case highlight the transition as they welcome Mark Minnella as the new full-time host of Financial Issues . They also share their ongoing roles within the ministry and explore taxation as both a necessary function and, at times, a form of legalized theft. The hosts then discuss the risks of IPOs and consider market expectations of an upcoming Federal Reserve r...

In today's show, Shana Burt offers her heartfelt farewell after years of service, reflecting on her journey of stewardship and the impact of biblically responsible investing. She shares gratitude for the ministry, partners, and her time carrying on Dan Celia's legacy, while expressing her focus on family and private practice going forward. The second half of the program introduces Mark Minnella in...

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case begin with market updates and a discussion on headlines around job numbers and economic data. Twila Brase joins to present concerns over rising Affordable Care Act premiums, the role of big government in healthcare, and the possibility of changes at the CDC, while also highlighting health sharing and cash-based practices as alternatives. Later, Art Ally e...

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case explore the economic uncertainty surrounding tariffs on China, corporate hesitation to shift supply chains, and the role of the Supreme Court in shaping future outcomes. They also highlight troubling revelations about Meta's policies toward children and the broader cultural concerns connected to it. Later, Rachel Barkley from the National Center presents...

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case present updates on market trends, tariffs, and interest rates, while noting the challenges investors face with ongoing uncertainty. Jason MacDowell joins to explore earned income, its distinctions from passive income, and how it connects to long-term planning, tax implications, and Roth IRA contributions. The hosts also highlight the growing number of Ame...

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case opened with Mark Minnella to explore the meaning of work as a God-given purpose, highlighting both the joy and challenges of labor. They discussed how productivity and stewardship can bring fulfillment while warning against turning work into an idol. In the second half, Seth introduced best-of segments featuring Shana Burt and Jason MacDowell on estate pl...