Wealth Vision 20/20 Podcast

Today's episode is titled "The Man Behind the Maestro." Alan Greenspan, who recently passed away at the age of 100, influenced financial markets for nearly two decades as Chairman of the Federal Reserve. But who was the man behind the legend? We'll explore Greenspan's childhood, his introduction to Ayn Rand and Objectivism, his years as an economic consultant, his rise thr...

Today's episode is called "The Market Doesn't Care" where we discuss the latest stall in the Iran negotiations, why I don't believe higher interest rates solve an inflation problem caused by war and higher oil prices, and how the stock market continues to push to new all-time highs after ten straight weeks of gains. We'll also discuss why I believe a correction of 10%...

Today’s episode is called “ When the Oxygen Runs Out ” … where we take a hard look at what a blockade actually does—not in theory, but in reality… what happens when you deliberately restrict the flow of energy, cash, and trade into a hostile system… how long a regime can survive when you start pulling away its economic life support… and what happens when oil has nowhere to go—and production itself...

Today’s episode is called “The Slow Path to a Nuclear Weapon” where we break down how North Korea moved from a so-called civilian program to a functioning nuclear arsenal, the critical moments where the world had a chance to act but chose not to, what that timeline reveals about Iran’s current position, how markets and oil are reacting to rising geopolitical risk, and why the Federal Reserve may n...

Today’s episode is called “When Time Runs Out: Epic Fury” where we break down how years of tension between Iran, Israel, and the United States brought us to this moment, what history quietly teaches about ignoring incremental aggression, how oil and markets are responding, and whether the Federal Reserve’s next move just became more complicated…

Today’s episode is called “There’s a New Sheriff in Town.” With the announcement that Kevin Warsh will replace Jerome Powell as Chair of the Federal Reserve this May, we take a hard look at what this change really means. We’ll break down the four major think-tank traditions that shape policy across the Federal Reserve, Congress, and the White House and explain where Warsh fits in that lineage. We’...

Today’s episode is called “Short Term Noise, Long Term Signal” where we discuss the latest economic data for unemployment, GDP, and Inflation and what it means as we close out this year, tailwinds that should help growth in 2026 stemming from new tax legislation, and AI bubble talk that I hope we can put to rest once and for all,  along with our prediction for how the markets will end 2026. Will t...

Today’s episode is called “Santa & the Federal Reserve” where we discuss the intense focus on the Fed and whether they will lower interest rates despite limited information caused by the government shutdown, will Jay Powell soon learn who his replacement will be 5 months before his term expires, and how is the market poised as Santa decides if we were naughty or nice and if we deserve a Santa...

Today’s episode is called “Shutdowns, Filibusters and all things Dysfunctional” where we take a deep dive into Government shutdowns and why modern day politicians have no desire to change that, a little known mistake made in 1806 that enabled all of this chaos, and what the stock market thinks of it all……… Is it just me, or does this feel more like hostage negotiations than budget battles, with th...

Today’s episode is called “Up, Up and Away” where we discuss breaking the standoff of high interest rate policy, what it means to have our first rate cut for 2025 and what’s likely next, the stock market's ascent to an all time high along with what that tells us, and the question on everyone’s mind, is Ai a bubble about to burst or just a boom that has legs?

Today’s episode is called “The Turning Point” where we discuss the interest rate path being telegraphed by The Fed, the shaky link between tariffs and inflation, and the stock markets belief that the bull market is strong and vibrant. With all of the turmoil surrounding hypersensitive politics, are we missing the forest from the trees?

Today’s episode is called “The Powell Paradox” where we discuss the economic numbers, where we stand on inflation as well as tariffs and the browbeating by the President for Powell to lower interest rates. Could we be witnessing the phenomenon called Reactancy Bias, where the more you are pressured the less likely you are to take a certain course of action even if it’s the right thing to do?

Today’s episode is called “Bombs away!” where we discuss the action taken by the US to cripple Iran’s nuclear program, a quick history of how we got there, and the internal tension between Islamic nations dating back to 632AD. With recent events coming to a boiling point we’ve just altered the course of history. But is that for the better or the worse?

Today’s episode is called “Oh Jay…..wake up!” where we discuss the fluctuations of GDP from imports reacting to tariffs, the progress on inflation and the idea that the Fed may be sacrificing the good for the perfect, and the market recovery that looks a lot like the baby brother of the Covid correction. With a policy lag of up to 9 months, is it high time that the Fed do something to prepare for...

Today’s episode is called “Wired for Panic” — where we unpack how your brain, emotions, and even your biology can sabotage rational decision-making… especially when it comes to money. We’ll look at how ancient fear circuits like the amygdala still run the show, how chronic stress reshapes the part of your brain that controls memory and logic, and why negative news doesn’t just inform you — it rewi...

Today’s episode is called “Tariffs, Tantrums and the Crocodile Brain” where we discuss the newly released tariffs on 90 countries, the markets reaction to this new order, potential interest rate outcomes as the Fed monitors the situation, and what to do and not do in these situations.   

Today’s episode is called “Taxes, Real Estate, and the Pause that Refreshes” where we discuss the upcoming income tax and deadlines for all things IRA and 401k, Powell, the Federal Reserve, and his recent testimony on Capital Hill, thoughts on housing and the stock market’s reaction to it all. After the S&P 500’s stellar return of over 25% in 2024, will we have a repeat or will the market paus...

Today’s episode is called “New World, New Vision-Here we Come” where we discuss the new Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent’s framework for achieving economic success known as the 3-3-3 plan. We’ll tell what each of those 3’s mean, how they will work together and the ultimate result if they do. Also, we’ll discuss China’s shocking DeepSeek AI model and how we may have just reached a “Sputnik M...

Today’s episode is called “9 Predictions for 2025” where we discuss the new administration, expected congressional action, oil and gas prices and the state of interest rates as well as the economic outlook for GDP, inflation and the markets. Will 2025 be a continuation of the hot market from last year, or does the Bull need to sit down of a minute and rest?

Today’s episode is called “Year End Planning” where we discuss the upcoming end of year deadlines for IRAs, Required Minimum Distributions, Qualified Charitable Distributions and Roth Conversions, certain tax planning tips that may reduce your overall tax bill, and an increase in Social Security. With less than 30 days to go before we wrap up the year we’ll arm you with the information needed to g...

Today’s episode is called “America Votes: Insights on the Presidential Showdown” where we discuss the recent election along with the potential red wave seizing control of both the House and the Senate, Jay Powell’s decision for cutting interest rates further, and the market’s reaction to it all. Why did this take so many people by surprise and are we in the throes of political party reinventions?

Today’s episode is called “Welcome to the Battle of AI and US Shipping Ports” where we discuss the Fed’s newest move to start cutting interest rates, the latest challenge to the economy with the potential longshoremen’s strike that could shut down US ports all along the east coast, what the union wants besides the 77% wage increase, and why the use of AI in other ports around the world has the uni...

Today’s episode is called “From the Hum Drum to Stranger than Fiction” where we discuss the Fed’s shift in focus from inflation to the other half of the dual mandate, maximum employment, the 2 week countdown to the first Fed rate cut since March 2020, and election Moneyball strategy that reveals what paths each side has to gain the White House and one very real possibility of a electoral college t...

Today’s episode is called “It’s not when, but why?” where we discuss the forgone conclusion of a rate cut in the month of September and how the market may react short term vs long, the uncomfortable position of Jay Powell cutting rates just before an election, and the welcome distraction of the Summer Olympics. If you thought this election year was full of drama so far…..just wait. The temperature...

Today’s episode is called “Financial Literacy Crisis in America” where we discuss the Milken Institute study highlighting the disturbing fact that financial literacy in the US is alarmingly low and shows little indication of improvement. We’ll look at the facts, discuss the challenge and point out why this subject is so important..... Are Americans doomed to financial ignorance and missteps or can...