Best Interval Funds Podcasts (2025)

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August 22nd, 2025 | EV car makers lose in credits?, Stay away from interval funds!, ESPN new streaming product, Form SSA-44 to Reduce Medicare Premiums, Ventas, Inc. (VTR), (KLC), (AI) & (EAT) 55:38

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How much will EV car makers lose in credits? The nations Corporate Average Fuel Economy, or CAFE, standards are still in place; however, penalties for violating those standards have been removed. So obviously there’s no incentive for any car maker to abide by them. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is focusing on standards to try t…

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Paedophiles, fascists and nihilists: How unsafe is Roblox for kids? 22:46

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What are the allegations facing Roblox? Why are a group of law firms looking to file lawsuits against the company? And how is the gaming platform making the online space safer for its users? This episode contains sensitive content including descriptions of graphic violence and sexual assault and may be disturbing to some listeners. If you are affec…

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Should noise really be a veto on drone deliveries? 27:29

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Is drone delivery noise a potential obstacle to the technologies’ progress? Will the convenience become commonplace? And what has former UK Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg been saying about the tech industry? Darragh Nolan, Multi-Media reporter, with the Irish Independent joins Adrian on this week’s episode of The Big Tech Show. The Multi-Media re…

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531 Fish Stark - American Humanist Association 50:35

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Interview with Fish Stark. He is the executive director of AHA (American Humanist Association). Church Money - review of a church budget and discussion on how little money (if any) goes to helping those in need.By Phil Ferguson

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How to use AI properly 32:44

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What is AI’s current capabilities? Does it live up to the hype? And how can it be used in everyday scenarios? Alan Smeaton, professor Emeritus at DCU and founding director of the Insight Centre for Data Analytics attached to DCU, joins Adrian Weckler on this week’s episode of The Big Tech Show. The conversation began by Adrian asking the question, …

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August 15th, 2025 | 401(k) Withdrawals, Mixed Inflation News, $37 T Debt, Charitable Giving Changes, Intel Corporation (INTC), UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH), (NXST) & (BLMN) 55:40

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Unfortunately, more Americans are using their 401(k)’s for financial emergencies I’m sure some will disagree with me based on the headlines arguing they were so happy that they had their 401(k) to tap for whatever their financial emergency was. In my opinion, people are thinking short term and not thinking about the long-term crisis when they retir…

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Judges using AI, Trump's Intel U-turn and Musk takes aim at Apple 21:19

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Why has Elon Musk threatened Apple with legal action? Is it safe to let Judges use AI? And how did the Intel CEO convince Trump to do a U-turn? Katie Byrne, Money editor with the Irish Independent joins JJ Clarke on this episode of The Big Tech Show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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August 8th, 2025 | Stock Market, Consumer Credit Card Debt, Real Estate, Refinancing, Carrier Global Corporation (CARR), Polaris Inc. (PII) & Align Technology, Inc. (ALGN) 55:38

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Will the stock market crash? With the market continuing to march higher and setting record high after record high, I do worry more and more that a crash could be coming. It doesn’t mean it will happen tomorrow, next week, or maybe even this year, but I do believe the risk to reward of investing in the S&P 500 at this point is not favorable when you…

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530 Americans United for Separation of Church and State. 1:08:02

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Interview with:Alicia Johnson National Organizer and Student Network Manager We discuss AMERICANS UNITED FOR SEPARATION OF CHURCH AND STATE. Investing Skeptically: The FED, Bond rates, Mortgage rates and bond markets Vanguard index funds and the overlap between Large Cap and Mid Cap index funds.By Phil Ferguson

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How a Dublin game creator secured funding from one of Hollywood's biggest developers 25:41

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How are computer games created? Where do developers get funding? And is Ireland a good place for game development? Ronan Price, games critic and assistant publishing editor at the Irish Independent presented this week’s episode of The Big Tech Show. The games reviewer is joined by Colm Larkin, founder of Dublin-based indie game studio, Gambrinous. …

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The Tesla Files: what it’s really like to work for Elon Musk 31:31

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What’s it like to work for Tesla? How were sensitive company files leaked? And why is camaraderie amongst employees discouraged by Musk? Sönke Iwersen, co-author of The Tesla Files, the inside story of Musk’s empire, and an award-winning journalist who has led the investigative team at Germany's Handelsblatt newspaper. See omnystudio.com/listener f…

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August 1st, 2025 | Worrisome Jobs Report, June Job Decline, Strong GDP Growth, Bank Scam Liability, Roth Account Perks, Hasbro, Inc. (HAS), Chipotle Mexican Gill, Inc. (GMG) & (BKR) 55:39

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Should you be concerned by the jobs report? The July jobs report showed nonfarm payrolls grew by 73k, which missed the estimate of 100k. Unfortunately, the news got even worse as you dug into the report. The prior two months saw major negative revisions as June was revised from 147k to just 14k and May was revised from 125k to just 19k. This amount…

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529 Private Equity 1:01:51

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Discussion on: Private Equity Super Shitty monopoly fund Trip to TennesseeBy Phil Ferguson

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EU capitulates on trade talks with Big Tech watching 18:16

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How did the EU lose out to Trump in US trade talks? What does this mean for the Irish economy? And why are legitimate texts still being labelled as ‘scam texts’? JJ Clarke, producer, joins Adrian on this week’s episode of The Big Tech Show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Irish Independent

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July 25th, 2025 | Cautious Bank Outlook, Crypto Law Update, Dividends or Buybacks, New Tax Rules, Union Pacific Corporation (UNP), Toast, Inc. (TOST), American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO) & (ABT) 55:37

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Big bank earnings give a cautious green light on the economy Every quarter we get excited about listening to and reading about how things went for the big banks in the most recent quarter as they release their earnings. I’m primarily talking about JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, Citigroup, and Wells Fargo. We have held a couple large banks in our …

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Price hikes for public EV charging, exploding tumble dryers and Trump’s new ‘do what you want’ AI reforms 27:34

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Why are the ESB hiking prices on EV charging? What is in Trump’s new AI action plan? And how is the Irish media regulator going after X for age verification? JJ Clarke, producer, joins Adrian on this week’s episode of The Big Tech Show. The cost of publicly charging an electric car is being increased by up to 15pc by Ireland’s biggest provider. ESB…

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How to stop doomscrolling and the benefits of a new EU digital wallet 27:19

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What are the pros and cons of the new EU digital wallet? When will it be operational? And how to stop doomscrolling? JJ Clarke, producer, joins Adrian on this week’s episode of The Big Tech Show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Irish Independent

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July 18th, 2025 | Tariff Impact, Market Bubble, Retail Boom, Trump Kid Accounts, Circle Internet group (CRCL), Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (ADM), Kenvue Inc. (KVUE) & Shake Shack Inc. (SHAK) 55:39

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Are tariffs impacting inflation yet? The Consumer Price Index, also known as the CPI, in the month of June showed an annual increase of 2.7%, which was in line with expectations. Core CPI, which excludes food and energy, came in at 2.9% and was also in like with expectations. It was slightly above May’s reading of 2.8%, but given all the news aroun…

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528 - monkeys flying out of my.... 1:17:04

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How to spot disinformation in the age of mistrust 23:53

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How do we spot the truth from a lie online? Are AI photos and videos getting too convincing? And what can be done to stop the spread of misinformation? Ciarán Cannon, VP of Global Affairs with Alison and former Fine Gael TD for Galway East and Damien Mulley, digital communications expert and founder of Mulley Communications, join Adrian on this wee…

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Why you’re still getting ‘likely scam” on real texts; also, kids, AI bots and a loneliness epidemic 28:43

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How did the nationwide scam text filter start mislabelling texts? Why are kids turning to chatbots for friendship? And what will Linda Yaccarino’s legacy at X be? JJ Clarke, producer, joins Adrian on this week’s episode of The Big Tech Show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Irish Independent

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July 11th, 2025 | Crypto Crash, ETF Complexity, Dark Pools, Tax-Free Social Security?, Tripadvisor, Inc. (TRIP), Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. (AMC) & KeyCorp (KEY) 55:27

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Crypto losses increase 66% in 2024 At first you may be saying I thought Bitcoin has been increasing in value? While that is true, you have to remember that is only one of the many thousands of cryptocurrencies that are available. According to the FBI in 2024, there was 149,686 complaints for total losses of $9.3 billion. It was somewhat surprising …

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With AI now replacing graduates in Irish white collar jobs, who’s next? 26:10

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How do we think about AI replacing jobs in Ireland? What jobs will go first? And why are people talking about Nothing’s Phone (3)? JJ Clarke, producer, joins host Adrian on this week’s episode of The Big Tech Show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Irish Independent

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Trump v Musk, round II — and is it okay to track your partner’s phone? 25:05

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Why has Elon Musk formed the America party? How will this affect EV subsidies? And does the Tesla boss have more cards up his sleeve? JJ Clarke, producer, joins host Adrian on this week’s episode of The Big Tech Show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Irish Independent

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527 Solar panels and an EV purchase - Ioniq 5 1:25:17

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Interview with Ben Pauluhn of Optimus Energy Solutions They install home / business solar, floating solar, EV charging equipment. https://optimusenergysolutions.com/ Discussion on my process of shopping for an additional EV. Did I buy used or new? How about a lease!By Phil Ferguson

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July 3rd, 2025| Jobs Report Illusion, Job Openings, Apple Goes F1, ETF Income Trap, Pension Payout Choice, The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS), Robinhood Markets, Inc. (HOOD), (CNC) & (COLM) 55:39

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The June jobs number looks stronger than it really is I want to be clear; I wouldn’t say this was a bad report, but the headline number that showed an addition of 147,000 jobs in the month of June doesn’t show the full picture. The number did come in well above the estimate for 110,000 jobs and it follows upward revisions in the months of April and…

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Is AI music any good? Also: the fraud behind it 30:22

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What are AI-generated tracks? Can humans tell the difference between bot and human creation? And how are the music streaming platforms responding? Eamonn Forde, music business writer and author, joins Adrian on the Big Tech Show for this week’s episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Dodgy boxes: Sky, private investigators, WhatsApp groups and whether owners should be worried 24:40

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Will Sky’s new crackdown on dodgy boxes work? Can they really start looking at WhatsApp groups to identify offenders? And what is the future for dodgy boxes in Ireland? JJ Clarke, producer, joins host Adrian on this week’s episode of The Big Tech Show. The conversation began with producer JJ asking Adrian should the average dodgy boxers user be wo…

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June 27th, 2025 | Chinese Stock Scam, Outdated 401(k)s, S&P 500 Risk, Investment Income Tax, Fiserv, Inc. (FI), Pinterest, Inc. (PINS), Duke Energy Corporation (DUK) & General Mills, Inc. (GIS) 55:40

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Watch Out For This Chinese Stock Scam! Yes, there’s another scam out there trying to part you from your hard-earned money. This has happened many times in recent years and it’s occurred in very small Chinese stocks that are vulnerable to manipulation. For some reason some US investors see these and think they’ve hit it big. US regulators try their …

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Trust, Regulation, and the Rise of Crypto Banking 32:23

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As crypto continues to evolve beyond speculation and into regulated finance, a new class of institutions is emerging. In this episode of Trading Tomorrow - Navigating Trends in Capital Markets, host Jim Jockle is joined by Pavel Jakovlev, Head of Product Innovation & Growth at AMINA, one of the world’s only fully regulated crypto-native banks. From…

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AI regulation and why Irish startups are being driven abroad 25:50

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Is regulation crushing Europe’s AI hopes? Will this drive Irish startups away? And will we see a softening of the EU stance? Dr Richard Blythman, co-founder and chief scientific officer of Naptha.ai, joins Adrian on this week’s episode of The Big Tech Show. Adrian began by asking the AI expert if Europe is driving away tech entrepreneurs with it hi…

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Scrub your social media and texts: a lawyer advises how to get through US border control 25:04

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Can your social media posts stop you from entering the US? Should you scrub your online history? And is it easier for those with a tech background to get visas? Caro Kinsella, US Immigration Attorney joins Adrian on this week’s episode of The Big Tech Show. The immigration attorney started by stating categorically that a person’s social media posts…

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526 BaHaCon - Tesla Charging - Valuation vs. Atheism 1:08:00

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BaHaCon - Interview with Jeff Brooks and Robert Barnes. We discuss the date and many of the cool parts of this years convention. https://bahacon.com/ Some spaces are still available. Correction on the Tesla charging network. Can atheism hurt your business?By Phil Ferguson

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June 20th, 2025 | Retail Resilience, Retailer Stable Coins, AI’s Web Impact, Widow’s Penalty, Adobe Inc. (ADBE), T-Mobile US, Inc (TMUS), Jack in the Box Inc. (JACK) & Celsius Holdings, Inc. (CELH) 55:38

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May retail sales look stronger than headlines show After seeing headlines from several media outlets, I was worried May retail sales were slowing to a problem point, but I would say they actually looked quite strong. Compared to April, sales did fall 0.9%, which was larger than expectations for a 0.6% decline. It’s important to point out though tha…

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Reimagining Investor Engagement Through Agentic AI 16:58

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Imagine an AI that doesn’t just respond, it thinks, acts, and drives results. That’s the promise of agentic AI, and it’s already shaking up the world of investor communications. In this episode of Trading Tomorrow - Navigating Trends in Capital Markets, host Jim Jockle chats with Chris Cummings, Chief Strategy Officer at InvestorFlow, about how thi…

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On the frontline in the LA riots: running from flash grenades and the tech used by protesters 21:06

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How did the No Kings protest happen? How did demonstrators organise online? And what was Adrian’s experience of the LA riots? Reporter for WIRED magazine, David Gilbert, joined Adrian on The Big Tech Show today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Irish Independent

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When is it okay to ignore a text from your boss? 27:06

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Should you respond to work texts after hours? Why is underage phone use more prevalent in less advantaged areas? And what policies could help parents with this issue? JJ Clarke, producer, joins host Adrian on this week’s episode of The Big Tech Show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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June 13th, 2025 | Alternative Assets Crumbling, Tariffs & Inflation, HHS Overhaul, Richer Rich, Retirement Recession, (LULU), (WOOF), (BF.B) & (DOCU) 55:38

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Alternative Assets Appear to Be a House of Cards I remember using that same terminology back before the tech bust about 25 years ago. I was maybe a little bit early back then, but the house of cards collapsed. The more I read about alternative assets the more I scratch my head and ask how is Wall Street getting away with this? In the end, I believe…

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The Potential Future of Portfolio Management with Agentic AI 35:11

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With volatility at levels high and risks evolving faster than some team's action plans, investment professionals may need a new approach. In this episode of Trading Tomorrow - Navigating Trends in Capital Markets, host Jim Jockle is joined by Rajiv Bhat, CEO and Co-Founder of Martini.ai, to explore how AI-powered scenario modeling is transforming c…

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525 Alternative Investments - super shitty fund - fuckery - EV Charging update 1:24:29

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Some of today's topics... Snarky review of 5 Broadway shows Fuckery Super shitty alternatives fund EV charging locations update.By Phil Ferguson

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BDC and Interval Fund Co-Investment Relief: A Conversation With Sidley’s Nathan Greene 14:02

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In this episode of Mutual Fund Minute, Nathan Greene, Sidley partner and leading regulatory lawyer , joins host Jay Baris to discuss how the Securities and Exchange Commission eased restrictions on co-investments involving closed-end funds and business development companies (BDCs). Jay and Nathan discuss how the SEC’s action changes the regulatory …

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What Apple announced for iPhones, Macs, iPads and Watches at WWDC, and its minimalist position on AI 20:50

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What is the latest from Apple’s WWD conference? Is the tech giant behind on AI? And are there any exciting new features? Adrian is currently in Cupertino at Apple Park, California, where Apple just showcased their latest product upgrades. There were three main areas of focus; iOS 26, Liquid Glass and AI features. CCS Insight analysts, Ben Wood and …

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June 6th, 2025 | Job Market, Office Space, Facebook Scams, Retirement Savings, Salesforce, Inc. (CRM), The Gap, Inc. (GAP), Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) & Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD) 55:40

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Jobs market remains in a good spot Headline nonfarm payrolls increased 139k in the month of May, which was above the estimate of 125k, but below April’s reading of 147k. A big negative in the report was the fact that March and April saw negative revisions that caused payrolls in those months to decline by a combined 95k versus what was previously r…