Welcome to Trump’s Economy: Conflict, Crypto & Inflation

Zachary Foust joins Keith & Ben to discuss the US economy, the American housing market and what's coming in 2026.Memes and Markets explores how culture and memes shape & get shaped by financial markets to present the information you want at a level you can understand and relate to. Don't forget to subscribe to me notified when we go live on Tuesdays & Thursdays.Follow Zachary: https://www.youtube.com/@ZacharyLoft/videosSubscribe to our Substack: https://www.memesandmarkets.com/Memes & Markets Socials x: https://x.com/MemesandmktsTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/memesandmarketsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/memesandmkts/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1GSfFx3sQoG2bYAbIYUocN?si=-iGrWrvmTUSEZw7S06AS1gApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/memes-and-markets/id1840280923Our socials Follow Keith on his main channel @theinneroperator Follow Keith on X: https://x.com/inneroperatorFollow Ben's Crypto channel @dontbuy_this Follow Ben's Podcast @BenLeavittShow Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/iambenleavittJoin the waitlist for our Gambling Monitoring App: https://nodice.app/Chapters00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction04:38 Geopolitical Implications and Market Reactions09:14 Historical Context of Economic Systems12:50 The Petrodollar System Explained19:23 The Future of Economic Policies24:56 The Importance of Asset Accumulation29:29 Education and Its Relevance Today30:38 The Value of College Education33:40 Alternative Paths to Success35:09 The Importance of Resilience38:20 The Shift in Work Mindset41:10 Global Competition and Opportunity44:21 The Role of Technology in Entrepreneurship54:34 Universal Basic Income: An Inevitable Future55:38 The Future of Work and Automation57:31 Universal Basic Income: A Solution or a Problem?59:14 Housing Market Dynamics and Economic Implications01:02:34 The Role of Government and Policy in Housing01:04:19 Understanding Homeownership and Wealth Disparity01:07:07 Proposed Solutions for First-Time Homebuyers01:10:29 Predictions for the Housing Market01:12:48 Unemployment Rates and Economic Reality01:19:26 The 50-Year Mortgage: Pros and Cons01:24:30 Predictions for 2024 and Beyond01:25:40 The Mechanics of Money Printing01:30:01 The Impact of Inflation on Consumers01:30:43 Finding Agency in a Challenging World01:34:21 Spiritual Fulfillment and Community01:39:24 Economic Messages in Religion01:42:13 The Importance of Discernment01:47:20 Sourcing Information in a Complex World01:51:46 Conscious Consumption and Self-ReflectionDisclaimer This video is for education and entertainment only. We are not financial, legal, tax, or investment advisors. Nothing here is a recommendation or a solicitation to buy/sell any asset or strategy. Crypto and markets are risky—you can lose all your money. Do your own research and consult a qualified professional.We (and guests) may hold positions in assets discussed and may receive sponsorships/affiliate revenue from links—assume we do. Mention of any company, protocol, or product is not an endorsement. Information may be inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated as of recording. Past performance is not indicative of future results.