Finance, Investing, & Markets

Watchdog on Wall Street with Chris Markowski

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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. For more information, visit radioamerica.com/watchdog-on-wall-street/

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Democrats Misused This Moment At Jesse Jackson’s Funeral 12.03.2026 6:26

LISTEN 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 Political history has a funny way of repeating itself. Back in 2002, after Senator Paul Wellstone’s tragic p...

Washington’s New Housing Bill Will Make Homes MORE Expensive 12.03.2026 8:03

LISTEN 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 Republicans are looking for a populist win — something they can point to and say they’re “looking out for th...

Why Did Congress Kill a Bill That Would Expose Sexual Misconduct Settlements? 12.03.2026 2:39

LISTEN 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 For years, taxpayer money has quietly been used to pay off sexual harassment claims involving members of Con...

The Biggest Mistake Investors Make During Market Volatility 12.03.2026 6:18

LISTEN 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 Every time markets get volatile, the same questions start pouring in: What should I trade? What should I mov...

Who Profits Most from Trump’s War in Iran? 11.03.2026 6:48

LISTEN 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 Turn on cable news and you’ll hear endless debates about drones, military readiness, and why America suppose...

This Is How We End the War in Iran…Or Not 11.03.2026 8:53

LISTEN 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 Remember the line from The Princess Bride : “How does it end?” That’s the question everyone should be asking...

War, Tweets, and Market Chaos: How to Decode the News Cycle 11.03.2026 17:20

LISTEN 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 It’s chaos out there. Between war headlines, deleted government tweets, shifting military goals, and politic...

“You Can’t Handle the Truth”: When Politics Replaces Principles 09.03.2026 7:51

LISTEN 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 Too many people tie their identity to political parties instead of principles. When loyalty replaces critica...

AI, Universal Basic Income, and the Risk of a “WALL-E” Future 09.03.2026 4:44

LISTEN 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 As AI advances, some leaders—including Elon Musk—warn universal basic income may become necessary. But is a...

Oil Isn’t “Manipulated”—It’s Supply and Demand 09.03.2026 3:06

LISTEN 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 Claims that rising oil prices are just “market manipulation” ignore basic economics. Oil climbs when demand...

Markets, Missiles & Midterms: The Push for a Quick Exit 09.03.2026 6:49

LISTEN 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 Rising oil prices, strained munitions, and political pressure ahead of the midterms are fueling calls for a...

The Media Monopoly: Who Controls the Narrative? 08.03.2026 40:07

Chris Markowski, the Watchdog on Wall Street, delves into the complexities of financial truths, media consolidation, and the ethical implications of leadership and government actions. He discusses the impact of corporate influence on politics, the importance of character in leadership, and the dangers of tribal politics. Markowski also critiques government waste and accountability, while explorin...

Political Accountability in Times of War 08.03.2026 39:28

Chris Markowski, the Watchdog on Wall Street, delves into the complexities of financial truths, political accountability, and the implications of U.S. military involvement. He expresses discontent with current leadership, questions the narratives surrounding war, and emphasizes the need for financial responsibility in funding military actions. Markowski also discusses the impact of tariffs on the...

Unveiling Financial Truths 07.03.2026 39:41

Chris Markowski discusses the importance of financial truth and transparency in the face of market volatility and manipulation. He emphasizes the concept of anti-fragility in investments, advocating for a strong foundational approach to portfolio management. Markowski warns against the dangers of market manipulation and the need for investors to remain vigilant. He also addresses the realities of...

Tariff Lawsuit Chaos Could Cost Taxpayers Billions 06.03.2026 4:40

LISTEN 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 More than 2,000 lawsuits are challenging recent tariffs, creating a legal and financial nightmare. If courts...

Searching for an Iran Off-Ramp as War Strains Global Alliances 06.03.2026 6:44

LISTEN 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 rhetoric from Washington appears to be shifting from “regime change” to “leadership change,” signaling a...

Oil Spikes as Gulf Crisis Disrupts Supply — Russia Benefits 06.03.2026 6:52

LISTEN 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 Oil prices are climbing as tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz drops nearly 95%, forcing refineries...

Leadership Requires Humility — Is Trump Being Surrounded by Yes-Men? 05.03.2026 17:56

LISTEN 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 After voting for Donald Trump three times, the question now isn’t loyalty—it’s leadership. True leaders valu...

Pay for the War: National Sales Tax or Billionaire Donors? 05.03.2026 5:17

LISTEN 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 With another $50 billion reportedly needed for the war with Iran, the question is simple: who’s paying for i...

DHS Hearing Erupts: Kristi Noem Faces $143M Contract Scandal 05.03.2026 5:24

LISTEN 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 heated hearing put DHS Secretary Kristi Noem under fire over a $143 million contract awarded to a company...

Before We “Attack Spain,” Remember This 05.03.2026 6:48

LISTEN 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 Spain refused to allow U.S. bases to be used for new strikes — and now some want to punish them. But under J...

Are We Now Insuring the World’s Oil Ships? 05.03.2026 5:19

LISTEN 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 president says the U.S. will provide political risk insurance for ships in the Gulf — and may send the N...

Arming the Kurds… Again? 04.03.2026 14:02

LISTEN 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 We’re now discussing bombing near Kurdish outposts and possibly arming them inside Iran. But history tells a...

“With Us or Against Us” — The Dangerous Return of 9/11 Politics 04.03.2026 5:41

LISTEN 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 old rhetoric is back: question war and you’re “pro-Ayatollah.” Support debate and you’re accused of root...

Americans Told to Leave — Embassies Say They Can’t Help 03.03.2026 2:24

LISTEN 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 U.S. has issued urgent departure warnings for Americans in 14 Middle Eastern countries — including Israe...