Jacob and Marko convene an emergency episode to discuss Liberation Day. Afterwards, they speak to fellow cousin Matt Gertken about President Trump’s comments that he might serve a third presidential term.

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Timestamps:

(00:00 ) - Introduction and Episode Overview

(01:46 ) - Discussion on Tariffs and Trade Deficit

(02:58 ) - Reciprocal Tariffs and Economic Reactions

(04:56 ) - Market Reactions and Negotiation Strategies

(07:02 ) - Uncertainty and Global Trade Dynamics

(07:45 ) - Historical Context and Strategic Analysis

(10:15 ) - Geopolitical Implications and Future Scenarios

(13:15 ) - US Fiscal Policy and Global Trade War

(30:57 ) - Potential Outcomes and Congressional Actions

(35:20 ) - Biden's Missed Opportunity with Trade

(36:04 ) - Challenges in US Trade Negotiations

(37:44 ) - Inflation and Tariffs Debate

(40:19 ) - Recession Concerns and Economic Adjustments

(41:11 ) - Tariffs and Their Impact on American Manufacturing

(43:09 ) - China's Military Exercises and Taiwan

(44:30 ) - Debating China's Intentions with Taiwan

(52:03 ) - Part 2 with Matt Gertken

(54:48 ) - Trump's Third Term Speculation

(01:06:44 ) - Reflecting on Beginnings and Career Paths

(01:07:52 ) - The Impact of Leadership on Markets

(01:10:52 ) - Comparing Political Systems: US, China, and Russia

(01:13:11 ) - The Future of American Democracy

(01:17:19 ) - Media Manipulation and Political Spectacle

(01:20:50 ) - The Role of the Supreme Court

(01:32:57 ) - European Politics and the Far Right

(01:42:31 ) - Concluding Thoughts on Geopolitics

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Referenced in the Show:

Note from Matt on reference he made in podcast: Cato of Utica is associated with Geo Washington. He committed suicide when Caesar came to power - But it was Cato the ELDER who would retreat to his Sabine farm after various stints in power. https://www.mountvernon.org/library/digitalhistory/digital-encyclopedia/article/cato