Watchdog on Wall Street with Chris Markowski

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  Chris calls out Republicans for once again breaking their fiscal promises amid the latest government shutdown drama. From Trump’s talk of “great healthcare deals” to GOP lawmakers agreeing to extend costly Obamacare-era subsidies, he argues it’s all political theater—more spending, no reform. With both parties feeding the insurance industry and pushing America deeper into debt, Chris warns that Washington’s “solutions” only make the real problem worse.

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 leaked Trump administration proposal—The Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education—is shaking up the woke university system. In this episode:How Trump plans to use federal funding to reward schools that protect free speech and punish those enforcing ideological conformityWhy ending race and gender preferences in admissions and hiring isn’t radical—it’s the lawWhat “institutional neutrality” means and how it could stop universities from taking sides on social and political issuesThe proposal to freeze tuition for five years and cap international enrollment at 15%Why bloated administrations—not professors or students—are driving college costs through the roofTrump’s education reform could finally bring accountability, competition, and intellectual diversity back to American campuses—and the Left is losing its mind over it.

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  Chris breaks down the growing gap between Wall Street’s soaring AI-fueled gains and Main Street’s mounting financial strain. From restaurant spending declines to a surge in personal bankruptcies, the warning signs are flashing even as tech stocks hit record highs. He draws parallels to the subprime and dot-com bubbles, warning that 40% of U.S. GDP now tied to AI spending could mask deeper structural weakness. Is the economy really as strong as the markets suggest—or are we watching another bubble inflate?

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  Another week, another bombshell proving America’s intelligence agencies are completely out of control. In this episode:Chuck Grassley exposes FBI spying on eight Republican senators under Biden’s “Arctic Frost” investigationHow the FBI and CIA have been corrupt since the 1960s—and protected by Hollywood’s propaganda machineWhy Schumer’s old warning about the deep state having “six ways from Sunday” to get back at Trump should terrify every AmericanThe Patriot Act’s legacy: mass surveillance, endless excuses, and zero accountabilityWhy the real threat to America isn’t abroad—it’s inside our own intelligence agenciesEnough with the boogeymen. It’s time to defund the FBI, dismantle the CIA, and end the surveillance state once and for all.

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 private equity boom—fueled by years of cheap money and reckless valuations—may be nearing its reckoning. With 19,000 firms chasing deals at absurd multiples, inexperienced “PE bros” buying everything from HVAC shops to investment firms, and talk of slipping private equity funds into 401(k)s, the setup looks ominous. As returns lag and loans come due, who will be left holding the bag when the music stops?

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  From wearable AI pendants that eavesdrop on your day to “friend” chatbots programmed to feed delusion and dependency, tech’s latest obsession with artificial companionship is crossing into dangerous territory. As some warn of “psychosis-inducing” AI and subway ads spark public backlash, the question looms—have we taken artificial intelligence too far? Host Chris Markowski calls for a cultural reset before machines replace real human connection.

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 Democratic nominee for Virginia Attorney General, Jay Jones, is under fire after texts surfaced where he fantasized about “pissing on GOP graves” and shooting a Republican House Speaker. In this episode:The shocking 2022 text messages that have both parties condemning JonesHow violent rhetoric on the Left gets normalized and excused by pundits and social mediaWhy Virginia has shifted from red to “deep purple” and what that means for electionsThe broader problem: political zealotry and justifying violence in the name of “fighting fascists”Will voters in Virginia still elect Jones despite these revelations—or is this the moment voters finally say enough?

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 cracks in America’s commercial real estate market are widening fast. With office CMBS delinquency rates at record highs and skyscrapers selling for pennies on the dollar, “extend and pretend” can only delay the inevitable. As small and mid-sized banks sit on mountains of toxic paper, new mergers hint at a brewing crisis. Will taxpayers once again be left holding the bag when this balloon finally pops?

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   Trump promised to drain the swamp—but his tariff policies are pumping it full of cash, lobbyists, and bailouts. In this episode:The collapse of U.S. soybean exports to China—down from 985 million bushels in 2024 to just 218 million this yearHow a 23% Chinese tariff pushed buyers to Argentina and BrazilTrump’s new $10 billion (or more) bailout to farmers hurt by his own policiesThe lobbyist gold rush in D.C. as industries line up for carveouts and payoutsWhy tariffs let presidents tax Americans and write checks without Congress Trump’s “fix” for the problem he created isn’t draining the swamp—it’s making it richer, bigger, and harder to stop.

Chris Markowski, the Watchdog on Wall Street, discusses various pressing financial issues, including tariffs on the film industry, property taxes, economic indicators, the presence of corruption in finance, the implications of government intervention in business, and the challenges of student loan debt. He emphasizes the need for financial literacy and accountability in both personal and institutional finance.

Chris Markowski discusses the realities of financial planning and investment strategies, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and understanding one's financial situation. He critiques conventional financial planning methods and advocates for a more resilient approach to investing, focusing on timeless wisdom and the concept of anti-fragility. The discussion also touches on the emotional aspects of investing and the need for a structured process rather than rigid planning.

Chris Markowski, the Watchdog on Wall Street, discusses the importance of frank speech in financial matters, critiques the influence of media and advertising on public perception, and debunks common myths surrounding annuities. He highlights the consequences of white collar crime, particularly in the context of government shutdowns and spending. Markowski also addresses the rising costs of healthcare and the economic realities faced by companies like Starbucks, emphasizing the need for transparency and truth in financial discussions.

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  While mainstream media looks the other way, mass killings and kidnappings of Christians—especially Catholics—continue in Nigeria. Between 2015 and 2025, over 145 Catholic priests were abducted, with many massacres striking churches. Why is this tragedy underreported? Follow the money: major oil interests, global corporations, and offshore profits all tie into a story of silence and complicity.

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 not plugged into pods powering machines—but millions of us are letting AI think for us. In this episode:The lesson from The Matrix that today’s algorithms prove trueHow social feeds, TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook are designed to manipulate—not inform—youWhy “picking a side” is the only way the algorithm rewards creators—and how that destroys honest debateThe dangers of letting AI curate your worldview while shutting out dissentWhy you must “take the red pill”: put the phone down, read everything, and think for yourself You may not be a literal battery, but if you let the algorithms do your thinking, you’re already living inside the Matrix.

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  Here’s the blunt truth: the shutdown standoff is theater—and the real deal being cut in the back room is whether Trump and Republicans extend juiced Obamacare subsidies to dodge political heat before the midterms. In this episode:Why the “who wins the shutdown?” narrative is a distraction from a massive spending caveHow enhanced ACA subsidies became permanent by “temporary” design—and doubled enrollment since 2021The GOP’s fear play: extending subsidies to avoid blame for higher premiums in key red districtsWhy subsidies always raise prices—and how healthcare became a middleman bonanzaThe path not taken: real market reforms (HSAs, catastrophic plans, cross-state competition) Republicans abandonedIf the White House trades another year of Obamacare steroids for a PR win, both parties will claim victory—while you pay the bill and the system keeps breaking.

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  Surveys show Americans remain deeply anxious about retirement savings, but quick fixes and cookie-cutter portfolios often make matters worse. Drawing on lessons from Nassim Taleb and Warren Buffett, WDOWS stresses the importance of preparation over prediction—creating resilient, “anti-fragile” strategies that can withstand financial storms and unexpected shocks.

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  Compounding is the royal road to riches... or the fast track to ruin. In this episode:Why small financial mistakes snowball into massive life problems if ignoredThe shocking story of a $74,000 grad school loan that ballooned to $300,000How Gen X is entering retirement with the heaviest student loan burden of any generationWhy “wishing it away” or waiting for government forgiveness only makes it worseThe simple rule: deal with debt immediately, work extra if you have to, and stop compounding mistakes Debt doesn’t disappear. It compounds. And for millions of Americans, it’s turning into a lifelong financial prison.

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  Democrats are screaming “protect healthcare!”—but the brawl is over juiced Obamacare subsidies that never went away after COVID. In this episode:How Biden supercharged subsidies and why both parties use fake “expiration dates” as an accounting gimmickSubsidies up to 400% of the poverty line—and what that does to premiums and politicsThe eye-popping math: ~$3.45/week at 100% FPL (taxpayers cover ~98%) and ~$52/week at 250% FPL (taxpayers cover ~⅔)Why 40% of fully subsidized enrollees had zero claims—insurers still get paidWorkers ditching employer plans for free/cheap exchange plans—and the $450B price tag to extend this for a decade This isn’t “protecting healthcare.” It’s locking in massive subsidies, masking costs, and sending you the bill while our broken system gets even worse.

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  Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth summoned America’s top military leaders to Quantico for a sweeping speech on merit, fitness, and readiness—vowing to scrap DEI initiatives and return to a “warrior ethos.” Supporters call it common sense reform, while critics argue the highly publicized event blurred the line between leadership and political theater.

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  On this Watchdog on Wall Street episode, Chris Markowski unpacks the latest polling that shows Donald Trump’s economic numbers slipping—while Democrats somehow manage to fare even worse. From manufacturing job losses and sinking consumer confidence to Biden’s empty promises of a future boom, the disconnect grows wider. Meanwhile, Democrats push “free everything” policies that only rack up costs, leaving voters disillusioned. With AOC grabbing the spotlight and the Schumer shutdown looming, the left looks leaderless, feckless, and out of ideas.