The Rate Guy Podcast is hosted by JP Conklin of Pensford. It's an irreverent insight into interest rates and current markets and how they impact the Commercial Real Estate and Multifamily industries.
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The mission of LIBOR’s podcast Room to Think is to celebrate and explore the diverse landscape of real estate from the perspective of Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk County REALTORS® and consumers, providing a platform for inclusive discussions that amplify diverse voices. Room to Think seeks to empower LIBOR members and consumers with the knowledge and understanding necessary to navigate the dynamic real estate market of Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk with confidence and inclusivity.
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Listen in as PwC specialists discuss today’s most compelling accounting, reporting, and business issues. Whether financial reporting or sustainability reporting, each episode is packed with insights you won't find anywhere else.
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More than US$350 trillion in derivatives and financial products are tied to LIBOR. Its impending replacement as a benchmark interest rate will have a significant impact on the world’s lending, borrowing and investing businesses as well as consumer mortgages, student loans and credit card interest rates. Hosted by members of Dechert’s Global Finance practice, LIBORcasts feature in-depth conversations with industry leaders and regulators as they navigate the LIBOR transition.
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The Long Island Board of REALTORS® (LIBOR) is pleased to present the Long Island Board of REALTORS® podcast. This series of podcasts is designed with the REALTOR® in mind, to keep you informed on the latest legal, legislative and Association news, market trends, and so much more. LIBOR is committed to bring you the tools and information you need to succeed in your real estate career.
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Welcome to the Tin Foil Hat conspiracy podcast, with Sam Tripoli and his glorified interns XG and Johnny Woodard!
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As of January 1, 2022 the Financial Conduct Authority will no longer compel banks to quote LIBOR (and its variations) as a benchmark lending rate. The required transition is shaping up to be one of the most fundamental changes to the financial services industry in recent times. It is estimated that there are over $300 trillion of LIBOR-referencing mortgages, commercial loans, bonds and derivatives. The problem is global, complex and isn’t going away. Affected banks, insurers, and other finan ...
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Wall and Broadcast invites you inside the untold, little understood stories of Wall Street. With unparalleled access to industry insiders, and hosted by an ex-spy and a former boy band member turned finance experts, we deliver insightful interviews, hilarious asides, intriguing stories, and historical perspective on this seemingly untouchable industry that touches everybody.
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Welcome to the Underclass Podcast with Austin Wade Picard, I am an independent researcher who can't stomach being lied to on a daily basis by the Mainstream Media. While we live in a fracturing society launched into parallel realities falling perfectly onto the two sides of the political spectrum, I remain in the Underclass... Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-underclass-podcast--6511540/support.
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Join Izabella Kaminska as she lunches her way through markets, economics and finance with a host of top tier guests. Warning: Sessions are recorded "as live" and may contain refreshments.
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PwC’s Financial Services risk and regulation podcast, discussing the latest developments affecting the industry, some insights from our work with clients, and our perspective on industry talking points. Led by host and PwC Partner Sarah Isted, who’s joined by a range of guests each month.
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Covering the critical intersections of law and politics in the UK with expert commentary on high-profile legal cases, political controversies, prisons and sentencing, human rights law, current political events and the shifting landscape of justice and democracy. With in-depth discussions and influential guests, Double Jeopardy is the podcast that uncovers the forces shaping Britain’s legal and political present and future. What happens when law and politics collide? How do politics shape the ...
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Mayer Brown's Corporate Trust & Agency Podcast mini-series places a spotlight on topical issues and developments affecting the corporate trust and agency community. This 10 episode series provides a quick and easy way to stay on top of the current issues with 10-15 minute episodes.
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life is sweeter in candy color! {www.katrinaberg.com} hi! i'm oil painter, katrina berg. welcome to my midway, utah studio, where i'll serve up a palette of support, hope and love, with a side of realness! as a mother of 5 (3 teenagers & 8-year-old twin boys), i know that life is rarely easy and jolly...but savoring the sweet moments gives us the strength we need to find peace, growth, and fulfillment along our journey. {podcasting to support women, mother artists and creative entrepreneurs! ...
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The Solomon Success podcast is dedicated to the timeless wisdom of King Solomon and the Book of Proverbs in order to maximize one’s business and life. To our advantage, we can find King Solomon’s financial strategies in addition to many life philosophies documented in biblical scriptures. Focusing on these enduring fundamentals of success allows us to bypass the “get-rich-quick” schemes that cause many to stumble on their journey toward success. Our concern is not only spiritual in nature, b ...
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TFH #918: The Libor Scandal w/ Austin Wade Picard and Brad Binkley
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2:59:16📹🔗- Original Video (August 29, 2025) TFH #918: The Libor Scandal w/ Austin Wade Picard and Brad Binkley -- SamTripoli.com (https://samtripoli.com/tfh-918-the-libor-scandal-with-austin-ward-picard-and-brad-binkley/) [Enjoy my fourth and most recent appearance on Tin Foil Hat with Sam Tripoli as myself and Brad Binkley were invited on the show in ord…
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#918: The Libor Scandal With Austin Ward Picard And Brad Binkley
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2:53:35Welcome to Tin Foil Hat with Sam Tripoli. In this episode, Austin Ward Picard and Brad Binkley delve into the disturbing connections between the Aurora theater shooting, the Sandy Hook tragedy, and the LIBOR financial scandal—highlighting that both James Holmes and Adam Lanza reportedly had family members linked to the ongoing investigation.. They …
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Lucy Letby’s Trial Strategy Under the Spotlight, Why the Chinese Spy Case Collapsed, and Meta’s New Low
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42:53With Parliament in recess till mid-October, Ken Macdonald KC and Tim Owen KC reflect on a number of issues which have dominated the headlines over the past week. After a brief apology from Tim for misquoting in last week’s episode Lord Hermer’s evidence to the House of Lords Constitution Committee on the issue of reform of the European Convention o…
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#926: The Thought Police With Isaac Butterfield
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2:04:55On the latest Tin Foil Hat episode, Isaac Butterfield came in swinging—painting a picture of a society where so-called “progressives” and the hidden hand of the thought police are actively trying to carve away free speech. He argued that in Australia, under increasing regulatory and institutional pressure, free speech is already more of a mirage th…
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PCAOB changes ahead – What they mean for auditors and preparers
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49:31Significant developments are underway at the PCAOB. In this episode, we provide an overview on the latest changes, what’s on the horizon, and the potential implications for preparers. Our guest is Brian Croteau, PwC’s US Chief Auditor, who leads our team that follows all things PCAOB. In this episode, we discuss: 3:14 – A historical perspective on …
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On this episode of The Rate Guy, we explore the aftermath of the Fed Meeting and break down how we think it will affect markets and how people are borrowing.By JP Conklin
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#925: Black Magic Sorcery With Joey Haim
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1:52:03In the latest Tin Foil Hat episode with Joey Haim, the discussion spirals deep into claims that Charlie Kirk’s shooting was all AI — no new angles, no evidence, just a digital narrative projected on the airwaves. They go on to insist that Kobe Bryant’s crash was faked: “no black smoke to be found,” they say, as if that absence alone debunks the who…
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#924: Controlled Burn With Gary Faust
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2:10:39In this episode of Tin Foil Hat, we are joined by special guest Gary Faust, a fearless freelance journalist who dives deeper than the mainstream and even beyond alternative reporting to expose the truths traditional media won’t touch. We kick things off with Gary’s raw journey of getting sober and finding God, reflecting on the dangerous path of li…
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NDS #216: Programming a Patsy w/ Austin Picard
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2:54:56[This week, I was given another opportunity to collaborate with my brothers from "Nephilim Death Squad," TopLobsta, and David L Corbo (AKA The Raven). Join us as we descend into darkness if only to shine a light on the sinister machinations of this permanent establishment, seemingly insulated from accountability, relentlessly pursuing the deliberat…
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Already Dead: We Deserve Better PsyOps, Discord To Kill, FBI Fan Fiction Confession, & More
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2:05:38Time Stamps: 3:00 - Charlie Kirk Assassination 4:25 - Robert Redford Connection/George Zinn 'Political Gadfly' 7:40 - We Deserve Better PsyOps 13:51 - Tyler Robinson -- 'Programmed To Patsy' 16:01 - "Shlomo Perl" = Gullible Patsy 20:05 - Discord To Kill 23:45 - Netanyahu's Offer 30:37 - Glowing Family Connections 43:50 - Hate Speech Legislation 45:…
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Peter Mandelson, Graham Linehan, Palestine Action, and the Nastiness of Elon Musk
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46:58The recent mass arrests at Palestine Action protests, Tommy Robinson’s Unite the Kingdom rally, the turmoil generated by the sacking of Angela Rayner and Peter Mandelson and the political fall-out from the arrest of Graham Linehan all contribute to a mood of crisis in UK law and politics. Can a weakened and wounded Government reverse the tide? Ken …
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Accounting for US tax reform - One Big Beautiful Bill Act and more
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44:14As sweeping US tax reform takes effect in 2025, corporate taxpayers face important changes. These include extensions of and modifications to key Tax Cuts & Jobs Act (TCJA) provisions as well as expansion of some Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) incentives while accelerating the phase-out of others. In this episode we provide an overview of the key cor…
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#923: AI, Occult Codes & The Death of Charlie Kirk: A Deep Dive with Doenut
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1:58:22In this explosive episode of Tin Foil Hat, Sam Tripoli welcomes special guest Doenut for a deep dive into the eerie undercurrents behind the assassination of Charlie Kirk. The conversation weaves through occult numerology—particularly the repeated and unsettling appearance of the number 33—suggesting ritualistic elements tied to secretive power str…
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7 Fed Members Thought They Wouldn't Be Cutting This Week
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28:59On this episode of The Rate Guy, JP unpacks the 911k job revision, rising jobless claims, and what it means for the Fed’s credibility. We dive into why the FOMC may already be behind the curve, what cuts are (and aren’t) on the table, and why markets are focused on 2026. We also touch on cap strategies and why negotiating those floors is so importa…
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The Occult Rejects w/ Austin Picard: Operation Gladio, Minneapolis Shooting, Charlie Kirk, & More
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2:53:07This week, I had the opportunity to collaborate yet again with Nick of 'The Occult Rejects' and Jules from 'Greypilled Podcast' to discuss modern Gladio and the strategy of tension. From the Minneapolis Mass Shooting to the Assassination of Charlie Kirk, modern Gladio and the strategy of tension is alive and well, blending together sinister methods…
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The Manchurian Candidate w/ William Ramsey Investigates
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2:03:40This week, we're joined once again by the great William Ramsey of 'William Ramsey Investigates' this time, to discuss "the Manchurian Candidate," a novel by Richard Condon, first published in 1959. It is a political thriller about the son of a prominent U.S. political family who is brainwashed into being an unwitting assassin for a communist conspi…
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#922: The Assassination Of Charlie Kirk With Michael Ray Bower
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1:47:55In the latest episode of Tin Foil Hat, actor Michael Ray Bower joins us for a gripping conversation that dives deep into his early rise in Hollywood and the dark realities he encountered along the way. Bower recounts how his career began with a school play that unexpectedly gained national attention, opening the door to professional acting at a you…
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Sustainability now: A primer on California climate reporting
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32:42A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com California’s climate reporting is coming, but many questions remain. In this episode, we cover Assembly Bill (AB) 1305, Senate Bill (SB) 253, and SB 261—what’s required now, what’s still evolving, and how companies can prepare as the California Air Resou…
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Already Dead: Israel Attacks Qatar, Epstein's Birthday Book, ChatGPT-induced Psychosis, & More
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3:09:15Time Stamps: 3:28 - Greta Thunberg & the Gaza Aid Flotilla targeted by drone? 17:40 - Major Israeli Air Strike on Hamas Negotiating Delegation in Doha, Qatar 46:00 - Jeffrey Epstein's 50th birthday book declassified by the House Oversight Committee 1:05:58 - Postmortem/Call-in Portion 1:23:34 - One Nation Under Blackmail 1:42:35 - Big Tech A.I. Oli…
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#921: The Serotonin Scam with Christian Yordanov
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2:22:10In his appearance on Tin Foil Hat with Sam Tripoli, Christian Yordanov challenges the mainstream narrative around serotonin, arguing that it is not the “happy chemical” it has been marketed as, but rather a product of pharmaceutical propaganda. He explains that serotonin can actually cause harm in the body, potentially contributing to inflammation,…
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Small Boats and the Irresistible Rise of Reform UK: Can the Refugee Convention Survive?
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47:50Unpack one of the most dramatic moments in the life of the Labour government so far: Angela Rayner’s resignation, a sweeping cabinet reshuffle, and Shabana Mahmood’s arrival as Home Secretary. With David Lammy moved to Justice and Yvette Cooper shifted to the Foreign Office, what does this signal for immigration, asylum, and criminal justice reform…
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Financial asset transfers – Accounting fundamentals
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28:23In this episode, we focus on transfers of financial assets. The discussion breaks down the fundamentals of ASC 860, clarifies when a transfer qualifies as a sale versus a secured borrowing, and outlines the key criteria for derecognition. In this episode, we discuss: 0:59 – Overview of ASC 860 and the basics of financial asset transfers 3:35 – Tran…
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Friday's Jobs Report Means The Fed is Already Behind the Curve
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25:22On this episode of The Rate Guy we discuss jobs and the shocking data that came out last week and how that (and a few other factors) will influence the Fed with their decision on cutting rate next week.By JP Conklin
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In the latest episode featuring Charlie Robinson, the conversation dives deep into the power of independent films like Barnum World—a movie that cleverly uses humor to deliver uncomfortable truths in a way that resonates with audiences without preaching. Charlie discusses how these kinds of projects are essential tools for waking people up, offerin…
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Sustainability now: The EU Taxonomy Regulation gets simplified
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28:23A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com In this episode, we break down the amendments to the EU Taxonomy Regulation adopted by the European Commission in July 2025. Learn about the changes, what they mean for both financial and non-financial companies, and what may still be on the horizon. Plu…
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Already Dead: Minneapolis Mass Shooting, Scientific Sociopaths, A.I. Propaganda, & More
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2:41:57Time Stamps: 6:45 - Minneapolis Mass Shooting 17:15 - Modern Gladio & the Strategy of Tension 30:11 - Scientific Sociopaths 40:05 - Human Honey Traps Baited with Children 52:14 - Postmortem/Call-in Portion 1:06:05 - Does Cathy O'Brien Glow? 1:18:05 - Robert Westman's Former GOP Lawmaker Uncle 1:24:50 - Pentagon Document: A.I. Propaganda to Suppress…
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#919: Healthcare Serial Killers with Kelsi Sheren
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1:36:05In the latest episode of Tin Foil Hat, Sam Tripoli welcomes special guest Kelsi Sheren for a powerful and eye-opening conversation that pulls no punches. We dive deep into the unsettling rise of communism in Canada and how it's reshaping the nation under the guise of progressive policy. From there, we expose the growing issue of information censors…
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Mr Farage Goes To Washington: The Truth About The ECHR
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29:44Does the ECHR really block the UK’s ability to implement effective immigration/asylum policies? And why is Nigel Farage doing his best to persuade the foreign US government and its increasingly far right tech bro cronies, to bully the UK over the Online Safety Act, so recently passed by Parliament? And how does this behaviour align with his loudly …
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On this episode of The Rate Guy we urge you to forget CPI—the Fed’s watching jobs. Unemployment at 4.2% isn’t the good news it looks like. We explain r*, clear up the natural vs. neutral rate confusion, and connect the dots from D.C.’s deficit and the 10 Yr Treasury.By JP Conklin
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Forbidden Knowledge News: Psychology of a Programmed Killer - Manchurian Candidates Everywhere | Austin Wade Picard
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1:33:22Host of Forbidden Knowledge News and the Founder of the Forbidden Knowledge News Network, Chris Mathieu, recently invited me back on the show to discuss a wide variety of disturbing topics including the psychology of a modern mass shooter. Another example of individual degradation, seamlessly paired with an emotionally-arousing violent false flag a…
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Already Dead: The Pedophocracy, Freedom to Fascism, Devil's Den Double Homicide, & More
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2:23:11Time Stamps: 4:40 - White Mother Criminally Charged for Using Racial Slur 9:43 - Trump's Executive Order on Flag Burning 12:01 - Mississippi's Public Health Emergency 18:50 - Nationalizing Defense Contractors? 25:22 - Trump's 600,000 Chinese Students 30:25 - The Federalization of Police 51:05 - Postmortem/Call-in Portion 55:33 - Devil's Den Double …
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Sustainability now: Energy credits after the beautiful bill
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24:35The Inflation Reduction Act introduced a broad range of renewable energy tax credits. Now, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OB3) has reshaped these incentives with new compliance requirements, shifting timelines, and selective phaseouts. In this podcast, we cover what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and the implications for companies navigating t…
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Farage, Tolerating Torture, and Mass Deportations: Dragging U.K. Justice into Uncharted Waters?
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30:10Can the UK tighten its asylum policies without abandoning its commitments to human rights? Ken Macdonald KC and Tim Owen KC provide expert legal commentary on the Bell Hotel Judgment and its far-reaching impact on the government’s asylum policy. They examine the legal reasoning, the clash between local and central government, and the Court of Appea…
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In this episode, special guest Justin Brown of the Prometheus Lens podcast joins the discussion to explore the Serpent Seed Theory from multiple perspectives, including biblical parables where Jesus may be referencing an ancient Seed War. The conversation also touches on The Dragon Legacy by Nicholas DeVere, which presents the Serpent Seed concept …
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#916: The Destruction Of The 11 Pillars Of Society With Alan Paul Roberts
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2:19:39In Episode #916, Alan Paul Roberts exposes what he calls a coordinated globalist agenda to dismantle the 11 foundational pillars of society, warning that we are in the midst of a silent war on personal freedom, national sovereignty, and economic independence. He reveals how elite investors are taking control of the global food supply to manipulate …
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Was James Holmes Programmed To Kill? w/ Radix Verum
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3:53:59This week, we are joined by Radix Verum to discuss the possibility of James Holmes being "Programmed To Kill" subsequently leading him to commit mass murder at a century 16 movie theater in Aurora, Colorado, July 20, 2012, less than twenty miles from Columbine High School. Yet again, we're forced to bear witness to the multifaceted elimination of s…
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On this episode of The Rate Guy we unpack J Money's message from the podium at Jackson Hole. What surprised us, what didn't and what needs to happen (or not happen) in order to start cutting rates.By JP Conklin
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Already Dead: 'MAGA Loyalty Test,' Politically Protected Pedophiles, Wildfire Gladio, & More
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1:59:46Time Stamps: 3:06 - Politically Protected Pedophiles 8:26 - PragerU's "MAGA Loyalty Test" 12:20 - Grok Takedown Requests/Strategically Stoking Antisemitism? 15:18 - Digital Gulags & Totalitarian Technocracy 28:15 - Controlling the Epstein Narrative 40:28 - Steve Bannon Glows 58:14 - Postmortem/Call-in Portion 1:05:14 - Verisk's Wildfire Risk Assess…
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#915: The Deification Of Augustus With Jeremy Ryan Slate
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1:57:10In this compelling episode of Tin Foil Hat with Sam Tripoli, special guest Jeremy Ryan Slate delves deep into his research on the deification of Augustus in ancient Rome, offering a thought-provoking exploration of how power is consolidated through narrative and symbolism. Slate outlines how Augustus strategically shifted the title of his position,…
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#09 - Veronica McManus: How Top Sellers Use RPR
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22:38In this episode of Room to Think, Veronica McManus, Industry Relations Director at REALTORS Property Resource® (RPR®) explores how RPR®—the nation’s largest real estate database—empowers REALTORS® with tools for success, including market trend analysis and AI-generated features. Don’t forget, RPR® is a valuable LIBOR member benefit designed to give…
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Holiday Postbag: Lucy Connolly, Lucy Letby, the Leveson Review and Two-Tier Justice
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34:28Is Chris Philp’s tweet about the different outcomes in the Lucy Connolly/Ricky Jones cases simply moronic and embarrassing or something more sinister? What do the ITV and Panorama documentaries tell us about the safety of Lucy Letby’s convictions? What could potentially derail some of Sir Brian Leveson’s proposals for radical reform of the right to…
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Who’s the accounting acquirer? Navigating new bus com guidance
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22:13In this episode, we explain how to identify the accounting acquirer in an acquisition—an essential first step in accounting for a business combination. We also outline key changes in the FASB’s new guidance (ASU 2025-03, Determining the Accounting Acquirer in the Acquisition of a Variable Interest Entity) that impact this assessment. In this episod…
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#914: The Ritualistic Murder Of Anne Heche With Christopher Knowles
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2:31:12In this absolute fire episode featuring special guest Christopher Knowles, we dive deep into the dark undercurrents surrounding the tragic and highly suspicious death of Anne Heche. From her harrowing childhood marked by the sexual abuse of her father—a closeted Baptist choir director with deep ties to hidden networks—to her controversial relations…
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