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Trump is moving to ban large institutional investors from buying single-family homes—an issue I’ve been sounding the alarm on for years. Corporate buyers, especially in hot Sunbelt markets, swoop in with all-cash offers, buy entire neighborhoods at discounts, game the comps, and price real families out of the market. That part of the problem is very real.
But here’s the catch: this plan likely won’t survive legal or congressional scrutiny—and even if it did, it ignores the hundreds of thousands of homes already owned by corporations. Meanwhile, Democrats are opposing Trump while pushing the same failed playbook: subsidies, giveaways, and policies that inflate demand without fixing supply—the same thinking that helped fuel the Great Recession.
In this episode, Chris explains why banning corporate buyers by decree won’t work, why “lower mortgage rates” won’t fix affordability, and how property tax policy offers a clean, constitutional solution. Favor owner-occupied homes, make speculative ownership less attractive, and change the incentives instead of distorting the market. If we’re serious about making housing affordable again, there’s a smarter way to do it—and it benefits everyone.

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Talk about whiplash. One minute, the Trump administration is torching defense contractors—threatening to cap executive pay, ban stock buybacks, and cancel contracts over delays and cost overruns. Raytheon and the rest of the defense sector sell off as investors brace for a crackdown. On the surface, it sounds great: finally someone is calling out $100,000 toilets, $50,000 wrenches, and a Pentagon that’s never passed an audit.
Then comes the reversal.
Hours later, Trump floats a $1.5 trillion military budget, a 50% increase justified by tariff revenue and promises of “paying down the debt.” That’s where reality hits a wall. Massive deficits, $38+ trillion in debt, outdated weapons systems, and an industry dominated by a handful of “too-big-to-fail” contractors—yet we’re supposed to believe more spending fixes all of it?
In this episode, Chris breaks down why executive orders won’t fix defense waste, how consolidation killed competition, why Congress protects obsolete programs in their districts, and why throwing more money at a broken system only guarantees one thing: taxpayers pay the bill.

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Dave Ramsey recently called sports betting apps “portals to hell,” and he’s right.
In this episode, we break down:
• Why trading apps have turned investing into legalized gambling
• How nonstop ads and zero-commission trades fuel reckless behavior
• Why the Wall Street Journal is cheering retail trading without asking the hard question
• What actually happened to everyday investors after the GameStop frenzy
• Why firms like Citadel and trading platforms always win — no matter what
• What decades of data show about frequent traders’ real performance
And why discipline, time, and effort are the only paths to real wealth.

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Welcome to another edition of Watchdog’s Lessons in Real Estate, where location, policy, and incentives actually matter.
In this episode, we break down:
• Why luxury condos in Portland are being slashed by 50%
• How one-bedroom Ritz units fell from $1.7M to $600K
• Why the idea of a “national housing market” is pure nonsense
• How government policy destroys real estate values city by city
• Why rent control leads to slums, not affordability
• How New York’s 3% rent cap is bankrupting landlords
• Why bankrupt owners don’t fix buildings — they can’t afford to
And how eviction moratoriums permanently broke rental markets.

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The casual talk about using military force to “take” Greenland should stop everyone cold. Not because it’s unrealistic — but because of what it says about who we’re becoming.
In this episode, we break down:
• Why threatening military force over Greenland crosses a dangerous line
• How national security is being used as a catch-all excuse for power grabs
• Why wealth, power, and influence matter how they’re acquired
• The difference between good money and bad money — for people and nations
• How easy money corrodes character, whether it’s Congress, media, or business
• Why America is drifting from “the good guys” to something far darker
And the uncomfortable question: are we becoming the ones who knock?

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Sprinkles — the original viral cupcake shop — is gone. Stores closed. Vending machines shut down. And no, this wasn’t a “market failure.”
In this episode, we break down:
• How private equity hollowed out Sprinkles and walked away
• Why leveraged buyouts destroy otherwise healthy businesses
• How debt gets dumped onto companies until they collapse
• Why doctors, HVAC firms, schools, and advisors hate life after PE buyouts
• How absurd valuations only work if there’s a bigger sucker later
• Why this isn’t capitalism — it’s financial cannibalism
• How private equity is reshaping wealth management (and not for the better)
And why mom-and-pop businesses are the comeback story no one sees coming!

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In this episode of Watchdog on Wall Street, we dig into the data behind the headlines and explain why headline GDP growth is masking a growing economic problem.
We break down:
• Why a 4%+ GDP print doesn’t mean the economy is healthy
• The ISM data showing only 11% of U.S. industries are expanding
• Why manufacturing is already in recession territory
• How this compares to Great Recession–era readings
• What companies are actually blaming for the slowdown
• Why tariffs are showing up repeatedly in corporate commentary
• The surge in small business bankruptcies nobody wants to discuss
• How wages are really performing after inflation (spoiler: under 1%)
• Why confusing GDP with wages is either ignorance or deception
We also call out the dangerous nonsense being said on television — including claims made on Fox News that GDP growth somehow means every American got a raise.

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In this episode of Watchdog on Wall Street, we explain why Section 453 never should have been there in the first place — and why its removal is a rare, bipartisan win for public health.
In this episode, we break down:
• What Section 453 actually did — and why it was dangerous
• How it would’ve given pesticide companies immunity from lawsuits
• Why shielding 57,000+ chemicals linked to cancer, Parkinson’s, infertility, and chronic disease is insane
• How Big Ag and corporate subsidies distort food prices and quality
• Why America’s farming system benefits corporations, not consumers
• How ethanol mandates turned farmland into a policy disaster
• Why European food is cheaper, cleaner, and higher quality
• The on-the-ground reality of food costs in Italy
• Why Thomas Massie deserves credit for leading the charge
We also talk about what this moment exposes — a food system that prioritizes lobbyists over health, and profits over people.

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File this under you can’t handle the truth. Cable news keeps insisting Venezuela is a major source of fentanyl and meth killing Americans.
Except… it’s not. In this episode of Watchdog on Wall Street:
• Why Venezuela is not a major drug producer
• What “transit country” actually means (and where the cocaine really goes)
• Why fentanyl trafficking is tied to Mexico and Asian precursor chemicals
• How pundits repeat false claims without checking basic facts
• The on-air moment Martha MacCallum got corrected in real time
• Why being paid to mislead the public might be the real moral failure
The overdose crisis is real.The media narrative around it is not.

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In this episode of Watchdog on Wall Street, we break down why the Venezuelan oil hype collapses the moment you apply basic math, risk analysis, and real-world oil economics.
In this episode, we break down:
• Why most pundits understand oil markets less than a TV show like Landman
• Why blocking China from Venezuelan oil doesn’t actually block China from oil
• The $100+ billion price tag to rebuild Venezuela’s oil infrastructure
• Why political risk makes Venezuela a nightmare investment
• Why oil executives won’t destroy profitable wells to chase fantasy barrels
• How heavy Venezuelan crude changes extraction and refining economics
• Why lower supply costs elsewhere (like Iran) matter far more
• How supply, pricing, and break-even points actually work
• Why “just drill it” is not a serious energy strategy
We also call out the talking heads pushing this nonsense — including voices like Glenn Beck — for selling geopolitical fairy tales instead of facts.

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In this episode of Watchdog on Wall Street, we step back from the daily outrage cycle and talk about something much bigger — how societies turn on themselves, why propaganda works, and how “the new normal” slowly becomes moral rot.
We break down:
• Why the media’s real job is to provoke, not inform
• What Megyn Kelly admitted about Fox News — and why it matters
• How outrage media turns citizens into cheerleaders
• The warning hidden in Goya’s Saturn Devouring His Son
• What Ben Hunt got right about societies consuming themselves
• The chilling lesson of Rhinoceros — and why conformity is the real danger
• Why fascism and collectivism always arrive dressed as “the new normal”
• How political entrepreneurs profit from chaos on both sides
• Why refusing to pick a team is now an act of resistance
And finally — the antidote.

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Chris explains why the rise in mom-and-pop bankruptcies and local store closures should worry everyone—no matter how strong the stock market headlines look. While big corporations and AI-driven investments dominate GDP numbers, small businesses are being crushed by rising costs, regulations, tariffs, taxes, and energy prices they simply can’t absorb.
Drawing on what bankruptcy attorneys are seeing firsthand, Chris argues this is a classic recession signal that’s being ignored by media cheerleaders and political spin. Small businesses have always been America’s job engine, and when they start failing, the broader economy follows. No matter what politicians are celebrating—from foreign policy wins to market highs—voters will stay focused on the same thing they always do: the economy.

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Chris lays out the uncomfortable truth about government waste and fraud in America: it’s everywhere, and both parties are in on it. From welfare scandals in Minnesota and Mississippi to the explosion of “healthcare and social assistance” jobs, Chris explains how billions in taxpayer dollars disappear while Americans who actually need help are left behind.
He calls out the political theater on cable news, the convenient distractions, and the false idea that only one side is corrupt. Whether it’s welfare programs or defense contracts, the grift is the same—and Washington has no incentive to stop it. The message is simple: stop fighting each other, follow the money, and don’t hold your breath waiting for accountability.

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Chris reacts to the newly inaugurated mayor of New York and a speech that sounded more like a college activism seminar than a city leader’s address. From pledging to replace “the frigidity of rugged individualism” with “the warmth of collectivism,” to appointing tenant advocates who label homeownership and private property as “white supremacy,” Chris warns this isn’t just rhetoric—it’s policy.
As new complaint boards threaten property rights and government overreach accelerates, Chris questions how far New York is willing to go down a path that’s already been tried—and failed—before. For homeowners, landlords, and anyone who believes in private property, this should be a wake-up call.

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Chris cuts through the noise and walks listeners through what he calls the “Venezuelan news sewer.” From TV experts “pitching their book” to recycled talking points about drugs and fentanyl, Chris explains why much of the mainstream narrative simply doesn’t add up.
He breaks down why fentanyl isn’t coming from Venezuela, why cocaine narratives are misleading, and why the real issue has always been oil—and the threat Venezuela poses to the petrodollar system. Drawing historical parallels from Gaddafi to Iraq, and touching on Machiavellian, transactional politics, Chris questions claims of “regime change,” warns about unintended consequences, and urges skepticism toward Washington’s credibility.
This is not about drugs. It’s not about humanitarian outrage. It’s about oil, power, and geopolitics—and Americans should be cautious about what comes next.

 Chris Markowski, the Watchdog on Wall Street, discusses the pervasive issues within the financial industry, including the lack of media coverage on Wall Street fraud, the influence of advertising on public perception, and the challenges faced by smaller firms in a landscape dominated by 'too big to fail' institutions. He emphasizes the importance of integrity in financial advising and the need for a shift towards genuine client care and wealth building.

Chris Markowski, known as the Watchdog on Wall Street, discusses the realities of the financial world, emphasizing the conflicts of interest inherent in publicly traded investment firms and the impact of private equity on financial advisory services. He critiques the regulatory environment and the evolution of corporate accountability, drawing parallels between historical corporate raiders and modern financial practices. Markowski advocates for consumer awareness and personal responsibility in investing, warning against the dangers of greed and the illusion of financial security.

Chris Markowski reflects on his extensive experience in the financial industry, sharing insights on investment fraud, the challenges of advising clients, and the ethical dilemmas faced on Wall Street. He draws parallels between his struggles and the myth of Sisyphus, emphasizing the importance of hard work and vigilance in the face of financial scams. Markowski also recounts his early predictions about the dot-com bubble and the Enron scandal, highlighting the need for investors to be cautious and informed.

Chris Markowski, the Watchdog of Wall Street, discusses the importance of financial education, the concept of anti-fragility, and the psychological biases that affect investors. He emphasizes the need for resilience and the ability to embrace challenges in order to achieve financial success. The discussion also covers the dangers of greed and materialism in investing, the significance of time horizons, and the ethical responsibilities of financial planners. Markowski advocates for goal-oriented financial preparation and the importance of understanding market dynamics to build wealth over time.

 Chris Markowski discusses the importance of understanding financial truths, the risks associated with online trading platforms, and the flaws in conventional financial wisdom. He emphasizes the need for effective risk management and the dangers of leveraging investments. Markowski also warns about the prevalence of zombie companies and the importance of investing in great businesses for long-term success. The conversation highlights the significance of adapting to market dynamics and preparing for unexpected shocks in the financial landscape.