Best Decoding Geopolitics Podcasts (2025)

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Intelligence Brief: Is China Running out of Time To Invade Taiwan? 9:22

2d ago9:22

9:22

The theory goes: China’s in decline, so if it ever wants to invade Taiwan, it has to do it soon. But what if that theory depends on the wrong assumption? And who does Beijing actually see as the declining power?

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HT Podcast: Iran Begins Revenge After Strikes On Nuke Sites: Top Military Expert Decodes Israel’s Next Options | Hindustan Times Podcast 21:50

4h ago21:50

21:50

Israel has launched a massive wave of airstrikes deep inside Iran, targeting nuclear facilities and high-ranking military leaders in what Prime Minister Netanyahu is calling Operation “Rising Lion.” This is the most direct and expansive Israeli attack on Iranian soil in recent memory—striking Tehran, Natanz, Isfahan, and more. Iran has responded by…

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Sikkim at 50: Democracy, Identity, and Integration 33:16

8h ago33:16

33:16

In this episode of All Things Policy, Wini Fred Gurung is in conversation with Professor Mahendra P Lama to discuss the remarkable journey of Sikkim from a Himalayan monarchy to becoming India's 22nd state in 1975. Marking 50 years since that pivotal transition, they discuss internal push for democracy, regional strategic shifts, and Sikkim’s evolv…

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Will the U.S. Deal Iran its Final Blow? - with Amit Segal 44:39

11h ago44:39

44:39

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5 Years Of Uncertainty And Counting 17:16

1d ago17:16

17:16

In today’s episode, we discuss the ongoing uncertainty in global markets and reflect on the events from the past five years, including COVID-19, inflation, interest rates, geopolitical and their compounded effects on market volatility. In the episode, we provide insights into how investors can position amidst these uncertainties by focusing on comp…

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Decoding Next Week’s Market Moves 2:25

1d ago2:25

2:25

Fresh news and strategies for traders. SPY Trader episode #1239.Hey there, Spy Traders! It's your pal, 'Moneybags' McGee, comin' at ya live! It's 6 am on Sunday, June 15th, 2025, Pacific time, and we're about to dive deep into what next week might hold for the market. Buckle up, buttercups! So, what's the buzz? Well, things are a bit wobbly out the…

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Market Movers: Midmorning Update 4:29

2d ago4:29

4:29

Fresh news and strategies for traders. SPY Trader episode #1238.Hey there, Spy Traders! It's your pal, Penny Stockings, here with your midmorning market update. It's 6 am on Saturday, June 14th, 2025, Pacific time, and let's dive into what's moving the markets.&x20;First up, the big picture. We've seen some choppiness this week. For the week ending…

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INSIDE THE ATTACK ON IRAN - with Nadav Eyal 41:31

2d ago41:31

41:31

Watch Call me Back on YouTube: youtube.com/@CallMeBackPodcast Subscribe to Ark Media’s new podcast ‘What’s Your Number?’: https://lnk.to/DZulpY For sponsorship inquiries, please contact: [email protected] To contact us, sign up for updates, and access transcripts, visit: https://arkmedia.org/ Ark Media on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/…

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Friday the 13th Market Mayhem 3:58

3d ago3:58

3:58

Fresh news and strategies for traders. SPY Trader episode #1237.Hey there, stock slingers, and welcome back to Spy Trader! It's your pal, Chip Chopsworth, comin' at ya live from my bunker, where the coffee's strong and the market's…well, you'll see. It's 6 pm on Friday, June 13th, 2025, Pacific time, and things have been a little wild today, so let…

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Geopolitical Jitters: Market in Turmoil 4:30

3d ago4:30

4:30

Fresh news and strategies for traders. SPY Trader episode #1236.Hey everyone, it's your pal Chip Chisel here, back with another edition of Spy Trader! It's 12 pm on Friday, June 13th, 2025, and things are getting a little spicy in the market, so let's dive right in. The US500 is down to 6017 points, losing about 0.47% today. But hey, it's still up …

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Special Announcement 4:00

3d ago4:00

4:00

The Ark is Expanding At around 8 PM New York time, the Israeli Air Force launched a historic preemptive strike on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, military assets and military leadership. The Israel-Iran War has begun, or at least entered a new stage. In response, the IDF Home Front Command swiftly updated its guidelines, banning all educational, soc…

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Market Movers: Geopolitics & Earnings 3:00

3d ago3:00

3:00

Fresh news and strategies for traders. SPY Trader episode #1235.Hey everyone, it's your pal Finny McFinance here, and welcome to Spy Trader! It's 6 am on Friday, June 13th, 2025, Pacific time, and let's dive right into what's moving the markets today. So, buckle up, buttercups! The US500 closed down 1.16% yesterday, settling at 5975 points. While t…

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Emergency Episode: ISRAEL AT WAR WITH IRAN - With Ronen Bergman 25:05

3d ago25:05

25:05

Watch Call me Back on YouTube: youtube.com/@CallMeBackPodcast Subscribe to Ark Media’s new podcast ‘What’s Your Number?’: lnk.to/DZulpY For sponsorship inquiries, please contact: [email protected] To contact us, sign up for updates, and access transcripts, visit: arkmedia.org/ Ark Media on Instagram: instagram.com/arkmediaorg Dan on X: x.com/…

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A Saskatchewan scientist says he has a treatment for ALS. Critics say his claims are questionable 24:22

3d ago24:22

24:22

ALS is a death sentence for those diagnosed with it. Now a scientist in Moose Jaw claims he has discovered the secret to stopping the disease in its tracks. CBC’s Geoff Leo investigated the claims of a treatment, which desperate patients are forking over tens of thousands of dollars for, in his documentary Hard to Swallow.…

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Iran and Israel conflict could escalate quickly after Israeli strikes: expert 19:30

3d ago19:30

19:30

Israel targeted nuclear facilities inside Iran in a major attack against the country, killing top military brass and civilians alike. Iran is already retaliating against what it calls a “declaration of war” by Israel with drone strikes of its own. We hear from a journalist and an Iranian political expert about why the escalation is coming right now…

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Meet suzetrigine, the new non-opioid painkiller promising relief without risk of addiction 24:30

3d ago24:30

24:30

When it comes to treating chronic pain, doctors have few options to reach for aside from opioid prescriptions for their patients. A non-opioid medication recently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration stands to change that. A journalist explains how researchers discovered a new way to combat pain with this drug, which a Canadian doctor …

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Market Pulse: Sector Rotation & Fed Watch 2:50

4d ago2:50

2:50

Fresh news and strategies for traders. SPY Trader episode #1234.Hey there, Spy Traders! It's your pal, Penny Stockington, here, and it's 6 pm on Thursday, June 12th, 2025, Pacific Time. Let's dive into what's shaking up the market right now. The US market had a mixed day, closing slightly up. The S&P 500 is up 0.4% and the Nasdaq's added 0.2%. The …

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Why Did IMF Bail Out Pakistan? 26:57

4d ago26:57

26:57

In this episode of All Things Policy, Anwesha Sen and Anisree Suresh examine Pakistan's economic history with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and deconstruct why it never sparked a reform moment. They also unpack Pakistan’s political economy - its policies, weaknesses and potential. They also unpack Pakistan's political economy, exploring the…

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Market Brew: CPI, China, and Sector Views 3:30

4d ago3:30

3:30

Fresh news and strategies for traders. SPY Trader episode #1233.Hey there, Spy Traders! Your pal Bubba here, ready to break down what's shakin' in the market this fine Thursday, June 12th, 2025. It's 6 am Pacific, so grab your coffee and let's dive in!Alright, the US500 took a little dip yesterday, down 0.41% to 5997 points. But don't sweat it too …

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Calling the military into L.A. poses a threat to democracy: advocate 19:44

4d ago19:44

19:44

ICE raids in L.A. sparked protests, pushback and stopped traffic in that city — which have been met with military force, as U.S. President Donald Trump sent in the National Guard and Marines earlier this week. Antonio Gutierrez, co-founder of Organized Communities Against Deportations, says these moves are a threat to American democracy — and a law…

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How to get your kids hooked on reading over the summer 22:53

4d ago22:53

22:53

It’s not always easy to get your kids reading in the summer. Whether it’s Minecraft or going to the swimming pool, kids have plenty of excuses to not pick up a book. Three experts are here with their favourite kids books for the season — and they tell us how you, too, can get the child in your life to keep reading.…

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Canadian video game maker wins Peabody — as the industry faces massive downturn 22:15

4d ago22:15

22:15

Earlier this month, Remy Siu and his team at Sunset Visitor won a Peabody for their video game 1000xResist. The project was a success, to its own creators' surprise, as they attempted to create a story about mythology for the Asian diaspora. Siu talks about the big win — and a journalist breaks down the context of mass layoffs that are roiling a vi…

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What’s a Win? - with Dr. Tal Becker 37:30

4d ago37:30

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Watch Call me Back on YouTube: youtube.com/@CallMeBackPodcast Subscribe to Ark Media’s new podcast ‘What’s Your Number?’: lnk.to/DZulpY For sponsorship inquiries, please contact: [email protected] To contact us, sign up for updates, and access transcripts, visit: arkmedia.org/ Ark Media on Instagram: instagram.com/arkmediaorg Dan on X: x.com/…

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Market Murkiness: A MidWeek CheckUp 2:39

5d ago2:39

2:39

Fresh news and strategies for traders. SPY Trader episode #1232.Hey there, Spy Traders! It's your pal, Moneybags McGee, comin' atcha live from my solid gold bunker. It's 6 pm on Wednesday, June 11th, 2025 (Pacific), and the markets? Well, they're doin' a little somethin' somethin'.So, here's the skinny: we had a mixed bag today. That winning streak…

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India's Cyber Defences and Operation Sindoor 34:48

5d ago34:48

34:48

In today’s episode of All Things Policy, Adya Madhavan speaks with Karthik Bappanad and Lokendra Sharma about India’s cyber defence capabilities. Karthik and Lokendra situate Operation Sindoor within the wider landscape of cyber defences. They look at successful models such as RBI’s ReBIT, and areas that require further capacity building. Lokendra …

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Market Buzz: Trade Deals, Rate Cuts & Robotaxis! 2:28

5d ago2:28

2:28

Fresh news and strategies for traders. SPY Trader episode #1231.Alright folks, it's your pal Finny McFinance here, and welcome to Spy Trader! It's 12 pm on Wednesday, June 11th, 2025, and we're diving headfirst into the wild world of the stock market. Buckle up!So, what's the buzz today? Well, the US500 is hanging in there, up a smidge at 6046 poin…

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Penny Pincher’s Market Pulse 3:18

5d ago3:18

3:18

Fresh news and strategies for traders. SPY Trader episode #1230.Hey there, Spy Traders! It's your pal, Penny Pincher, comin' at ya live from my closet studio. It's 6 am on Wednesday, June 11th, 2025, here in sunny California, and let's dive into what's shakin' in the financial world. So grab your coffee, settle in, and let's talk money! Yesterday w…

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HT Podcast: Iran Swears to Annihilate Israel in Revenge: Who Will Strike First & Why? Here Are 5 Deadly Triggers | Hindustan Times Podcast 8:57

5d ago8:57

8:57

The Israel-Iran conflict is exploding into open warfare. Discover the 5 major escalations pushing the Middle East towards all-out war: Iran’s missile build-up, Israel’s nuclear strike plans, proxy assaults from Gaza to Lebanon, global isolation, and Netanyahu’s political gambles. Will the world witness an apocalyptic showdown? Get the latest update…

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Live from St. John’s, a city where the people make the place 1:13:14

5d ago1:13:14

1:13:14

Matt Galloway visited St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador to talk about the hurdles the province faces, and the conditions there that have produced great artists of all kinds, from authors to comedians. In this special edition of The Current, Galloway heard from some of the people that make the city one of a kind in front of a live audience at Th…

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Market Wrap: June 10, 2025 3:05

6d ago3:05

3:05

Fresh news and strategies for traders. SPY Trader episode #1229.Hey there, Spy Traders! It's your pal, Penny Pincher Pete, here to break down the market happenings as of 6 pm on Tuesday, June 10th, 2025, Pacific Time. Let's dive into what's been shakin' in the world of finance. Alright, folks, today the US500 index jumped to 6034, which is a 0.46% …

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India and the Age of Autonomous War 27:05

6d ago27:05

27:05

In this episode of All Things Policy, Shobhankita Reddy is in conversation with Adya Madhavan on her paper, "Revisiting Arms Control Paradigms in the Age of LAWS." They tackle the global debate over 'killer robots,' exploring the ethical and accountability dilemmas that arise when machines make lethal decisions. Adya breaks down why countries are s…

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Market Movers: Trade, Tech, and the Fed 3:26

6d ago3:26

3:26

Fresh news and strategies for traders. SPY Trader episode #1228.Hey everyone, it's your pal, Wally Pip, here with Spy Trader! It's 12 pm on Tuesday, June 10th, 2025, Pacific time, and let's dive into what's moving the markets today. So, yesterday was a bit of a mixed bag. The Nasdaq squeezed out a gain, the S&P 500 barely budged, and the Dow took a…

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Market MixUp: Trade Talks & Trading Tips 3:40

6d ago3:40

3:40

Fresh news and strategies for traders. SPY Trader episode #1227.Hey there, Spy Traders! It's your pal Finny the Financial Fox, here to give you the lowdown on what's shakin' in the markets. It's 6 am on Tuesday, June 10th, 2025, Pacific time, and the coffee is brewin', the charts are glancin', and hopefully we are ready for some profitable trades. …

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Grey Zone: Zelensky's Towns Burn Under Cheap Drones: How China Is Outsmarting West in Russia’s War on Ukraine | Hindustan Times Podcast 8:00

6d ago8:00

8:00

The biggest drone strike in the Ukraine-Russia war’s history has just taken place. But this wasn’t just about military retaliation, it was a show of force, tech, and alliances. In this episode of Grey Zone, Ananya Dutta unpacks how drones are no longer just tools of war—they are rewriting its very DNA. We dive into Ukraine’s “Operation Spiderweb,” …

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#66 Elizabeth Wishnick: The Limits of Russia-China “No-Limit Friendship” & Why 'Reverse Nixon' Will Fail 30:22

6d ago30:22

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Strengthening the Rule of Law: Role of the Finance Commission 43:32

6d ago43:32

43:32

In this episode of All Things Policy, Kripa Koshy (Programme Manager, Takshashila Institution) speaks to Surya Prakash (Programme Director and Fellow, DAKSH) and Rohith (Data Analyst, DAKSH) about the role of the Finance Commission in strengthening judicial reform. They discuss the budgeting process and the allocation of funds to the judiciary, and…

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At sea, few witness the rampant human rights abuses. This journalist saw them first hand 19:33

6d ago19:33

19:33

From shore, the ocean looks brilliant, blue and clear. But somewhere out there, pirates, traffickers, slave labourers and migrants navigate the high seas — a place without laws. Ian Urbina shares the incredible stories of squid fishers who haven’t touched solid ground in years and of migrants shot at by Libya’s coastguard in the second season of hi…

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Will Carney’s new defence spending end Canada’s military “embarassment”? 19:06

6d ago19:06

19:06

As Canada’s relationship with the U.S. shifts, Mark Carney announced yesterday a $9 billion boost to defence spending that would allow the country to meet its NATO spending targets. A reporter explains that Carney is seizing the moment to usher in new investment. Meanwhile, a Canadian Armed Forces veteran hopes the increased spending will end decad…

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What ‘attention capitalism’ is doing to our minds — and politics 24:19

6d ago24:19

24:19

Journalist Chris Hayes says “attention capitalism” demands we pay heed to everything at once, from social media doomscrolling to the 24-hour global news cycle. In a conversation with Matt Galloway from March, the MSNBC host explores what that means for our lives and politics — and explains why he thinks Donald Trump’s attention-grabbing antics are …

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Decoding the Market’s Mood Swings 4:10

7d ago4:10

4:10

Fresh news and strategies for traders. SPY Trader episode #1226.Alright folks, it's your pal Finny the Fox here, and welcome back to Spy Trader! It's 6 pm on Monday, June 9th, 2025, Pacific time, and we're diving headfirst into what's been shaking up the market. Buckle up, buttercups, because it's been a wild ride!So, what's the skinny? Well, the U…

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Market Movers: S&P Tops 6000 2:47

7d ago2:47

2:47

Fresh news and strategies for traders. SPY Trader episode #1225.Alright folks, welcome back to Spy Trader! It's your pal Bubba Butters here, and it's 12 pm on Monday, June 9th, 2025, Pacific Time. Let's dive into what's shaking up the market today.So, the market closed strong on Friday, continuing the positive vibes from last week. The Dow finished…

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Markets in Motion: June 9th Update 3:12

7d ago3:12

3:12

Fresh news and strategies for traders. SPY Trader episode #1224.Hey everyone, it's your pal Finny the Financial Fox, here with your midmorning Spy Trader update! It's 6 am on Monday, June 9th, 2025, and let's dive right into what's moving the markets today. The big story is that the S&P 500 finally closed above 6,000 on Friday, for the first time s…

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Why so many newcomers are moving to St. John’s 19:04

7d ago19:04

19:04

In the past, folks in Newfoundland left the province to find work opportunities elsewhere — but now, immigrants are moving there to build their futures. Matt Galloway hears from business owners and recruiters in St. John’s about what’s drawing newcomers to the province, and the East Coast kindness that makes them want to stay.…

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Is funding a N.L. offshore oil plan the right way to build a nation? 21:34

7d ago21:34

21:34

Offshore oil is big business in Newfoundland. And with “nation building projects” a priority of the new federal government, some hope the stalled Bay du Nord drilling project might get a boost. An industry expert shares her hopes for the province’s offshore industry, though a researcher argues oil projects aren’t nation building — they’re “nation d…

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A Catholic church is becoming a second home for St. John’s muslims 22:12

7d ago22:12

22:12

The only mosque in St. John’s, built in the 1980s, has become so crowded in recent years that worshippers often spill into the kitchen and lawn during Friday prayer. In her documentary The Best of Planners, Caroline Hillier tells the story of the community’s quest for a new place of worship — which they’re now renovating from the remains of a Catho…

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Biden Lead Negotiator Brett McGurk 59:31

7d ago59:31

59:31

Watch Call me Back on YouTube: youtube.com/@CallMeBackPodcast Subscribe to Ark Media’s new podcast ‘What’s Your Number?’: lnk.to/DZulpY For sponsorship inquiries, please contact: [email protected] To contact us, sign up for updates, and access transcripts, visit: arkmedia.org/ Ark Media on Instagram: instagram.com/arkmediaorg Dan on X: x.com/…

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For India's Tech Future: Scientific Investments We Can't Ignore 33:48

7d ago33:48

33:48

In an era prioritising rapid technological output, this episode explores a crucial counterbalance: the need for deep investment in fundamental science. There is a symbiotic relationship between science and technology, which brings with it societal values and thinking. Join Shambhavi Naik and Ashwin Prasad as they discuss why a robust scientific fou…

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Decoding Next Week’s Market Moves 3:09

8d ago3:09

3:09

Fresh news and strategies for traders. SPY Trader episode #1223.Hey folks, it's your pal, Moneybags McGee, here with your Spy Trader podcast! It's 6 am on Sunday, June 8th, 2025, and we're about to dive headfirst into what next week holds for the stock market. Fasten your seatbelts, it's gonna be a ride!Alright, let's get to the meat of the matter.…

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Sunday Listen: The Outlaw Ocean exposes true crime at sea 29:28

8d ago29:28

29:28

The Outlaw Ocean is an anthology podcast that plunges you into the vast and often lawless world of the open seas. Today we feature the first investigation of S2. Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Ian Urbina traces back the story of a young father and farmer who embarks on a perilous journey across the Mediterranean, only to discover why it’s called…

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Tariffs, Taxes, and Trade … Decoding D.C. With Don Schneider 24:52

9d ago24:52

24:52

In this episode, Don Schneider Deputy Head of U.S. Policy at Piper Sandler helps us unravel the ongoing political volatility impacting the markets. We discuss the significant topic of the budget reconciliation bill, detailing its current status, timeline for passage, and the key components it entails including tax cuts, spending cuts, and the conse…

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