The Finance Freaks

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The Finance Freaks

Ready to rethink everything you thought you knew about money?Welcome to The Finance Freaks - where former Wall Street insiders turned entrepreneurs (that’s us, Bruce J and Steve) break down real-world financial challenges with sharp analysis, unconventional wisdom, and a side of humor.From market trends to alternative funding strategies, we decode what’s really going on behind the numbers - and how it impacts you. The show kicks off with high-energy convos between us, followed by expert guest interviews packed with actionable insights for entrepreneurs and small business owners.No jargon. No fluff. Just the finance talk you won’t get anywhere else.Subscribe now and master the money game - on your terms.

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    Ep. 46 - It’s the Economy Stupid! The Global Alliance Shuffle

    The economy is strong, earnings are crazy good, and the private sector jobs market rocks. Also, there are huge shifts in global alliances, we’ll explain. Email us at: [email protected]

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    Ep. 45 - Intel, and the Semi conductors lead the bull market higher.

    Semiconductor stocks lead the market higher. Yields jump. Uptick in hiring. Home purchases up too. Here’s what we’re buying now.

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    Ep. 44 - Economy looks good; the bulls are loose. Millennials, buy a house already.

    B of A CEO is very bullish on the economy, here’s why. Inflation seem to be under control despite the war in Iran. Stocks trending now. Email us with questions at [email protected].

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    Ep. 43 - A retirement rule of thumb and, is it time to reenter the quant and AI stocks?

    Here’s an easy formula to prepare for retirement. Invest smarter now; the trend is your friend. Email us at: [email protected]

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    Ep. 42 - Social Security will be under funded by 2034. The stock market still wants to go higher. So what do you buy?

    How will Congress solve the Social Security shortfall. Here are the possibilities. Earnings are still strong. The market awaits some Geopolitical calm before the next leg up. Email us at; [email protected]

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    Ep. 41 - The SBA has lost its’ way. The market has turns ugly.

    The SBA is no longer an option for new entrepreneur’s seeking capital.  The stock market heads lower worrying about Iran and oil prices. Recession fears loom, but we’re not there yet. Email us at: [email protected]

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    Ep. 40 - The Fed holds steady. Bitcoin & Ethereum waver. Oil prices up.

    Gold, Silver and AI Stocks took a breather; we tell you what's next. Mamdani is favored to be NYC's next Mayor by 94%. Here's what to expect. As always, stock ideas and more. Email us at: [email protected].

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    Ep. 39 - Fund That 401K Now. Oil, Interest Rates, And Inflation, What’s Happening Now

    In your 20’s and new to the work force. Here’s why 401K contributions are essential.

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    Ep. 38 - In your 20’s, invest this way now. Here’s why we hate insurance companies.

    1st real job in your 20’s? Time to start investing, here’s how. The bulls are still out there waiting to pounce. We say the NASDAQ will be back up 2000 points quickly. Insurance companies business model. Collect as much as you can and pay out as little as possible. Dirty pool. Email us at: [email protected]

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    Ep. 37 - Here’s what a HOT PPI number means for markets.

    Here’s what a HOT PPI number means for markets. Mortgage rates below 5% so what now. We’re still Bullish: here’s what the skeptics say. We love APPL, TSLA, APLD,META, and MP. OPEN for a speculative play. Email us at: [email protected]

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    Ep. 36 - TSMC’s Strong Outlook Fires UP Hope of Sustained AI Boom

    Taiwan Semiconductor is earmarking $56 Billion in capital spending for 2026, WoW! Microsoft continues to be a long term favorite. Intel, get in, hang on, enjoy the ride. Much more on stock to buy now. Email us at: [email protected]

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    Ep. 35 - This Market has legs. Venezuela, Cuba, Colombia, Greenland, Iran & Panama.

    This Market goes higher after a healthy consolidation. Here's what to buy now. Also, Venezuela, Cuba, Colombia, Greenland, Iran, and even Panama. We've got the real story.Email us at: [email protected] w/ questions & comments.

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    Ep. 34 - The January Effect, Stock ideas galore. Let's get ready.

    Are you ready for a January effect; we'll get you there. AI bubble; we think NO, here's why. Interest rates, precious metals and more. Email us at: [email protected]

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    Ep. 33 - The truth about Venezuela, The Bulls ride on!

    Here's what nobody will admit about the Venezuela issue. It's neither Oil or drugs.

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    Ep. 32 - ADP Jobs Report, The Fed and Interest rates, What's it mean for the markets?

    Jobs, The Fed, Tariffs, mortgage rates. It's December, Here's what to buy now. Our recent picks are on fire! Email us at: [email protected]

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    Ep. 31 - Bitcoin, gold, and other market hedges

    Bitcoin tumbles  and hurts the broader market. There's more downside for crypto. Markets still wanna go higher.

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    Ep. 30 - Zuckerberg AI investments. The Big Short Is at it again. Gold bull is back.

    Zuckerberg spends billions on AI; genius or crazy? Fed up with the FED; me too. Small business brilliance from our own podcaster Steve. Email us at: [email protected]/

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    Ep. 29 - Tech stocks lead the market lower. Take action now. Exciting Alt investment idea.

    Market correction led by Tech stocks. Here's what to do now. Reliable mid-teen yields and the benefits of compounding, wow! Email us at: [email protected]

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    Ep. 28 - FED rate cut, what's next? The Bulls have narrowed their focus.

    FED rate cut comes with a hawkish bias. Are we in a housing recession? Investors, You gotta be in the right stocks. Advice for young investors; pay attention! Email us at: [email protected]

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    Ep. 27 - Gold, Silver, & Market Momentum. The Mamdani effect?

    Gold, Silver and AI Stocks took a breather; we tell you what's next. Mamdani is favored to be NYC's next Mayor by 94%. Here's what to expect. As always, stock ideas and more. Email us at: [email protected].

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    Ep. 26 - Nvidia stock $320 Target, Rare Earth Minerals, The 3 S’s for a new Business.

    Nvidia upgraded to a buy with a $320 Target. Rare Earth stocks are rocking, will it continue? What’s the “Action Plan” for new entrepreneurs? Email us at: [email protected]

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    Ep. 25 - Career action plan for young adults

    Is there an AI MKT bubble; we say, "not yet" and Goldman Sachs agrees. Email us with questions or comments at [email protected].

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    Ep. 24 - The Government shutdown is here. AI reshapes global markets; place your bets.

    Government shutdown! Should you care? The market doesn't. AI is reshaping Global Markets. Where should investors place their bets, and much more. Email us at: [email protected].

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    Ep. 23 - INTC, ORCL, Domestic Miners and Home Sales, Wow!

    S&P declines for 3 days straight, what's next? New home sales stage a ferocious rebound, so buy that house already. Time to own Domestic Rare Earth miners now.Fresh Ideas & sources for business loans and more. Email us at: [email protected]

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    Ep. 22 - The Stock bonanza continues!

    Stocks trend higher as The Fed announces a rate cut & more cuts to come. Here's the stocks we believe are poised for profit now. Portfolio strategy, diversification or narrowly targeted, which is best? Email us with questions & comments at: [email protected].

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    Ep. 21 - RIP Charlie Kirk, Powell needs to act decisively.

    Charlie Kirk, a voice for peaceful dialog was assassinated. The world was better with him here. Larry Ellison spends $300 billion on AI. message to the FED-, time to act. Big jump in healthcare costs in line for 2026. Email us at: [email protected].

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    Ep. 20 - The AI trade is still BOOMING. We think, buy META now; here's why.

    The AI trade is still alive and kicking. How about META? We say time to buy.  Email us with questions or comments at: [email protected]. S&P at record highs. Build your credit. Quant stocks, and 1031 exchanges.  The S&P's PE ratio is at over 27X earnings; can it go higher? Nvidia invests $10 Billion in Quantum computing; it's real and here to stay. Another jobs report. Hey Powell, time to wake up. 1030 exchanges, a great tax free tool for real estate investments and lots more. Email us with questions and comments at: [email protected]

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    Ep. 19 - The AI trade is still BOOMING. We think, buy META now; here's why.

    Invest in the market or save for a rainy day? Invest through a professional or do it yourself? We've got your answers.Email us with questions or comments at: [email protected].

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    Ep. 18 - DC crackdown by the Fed's. California Crime Epidemic & Stocks Stocks Stocks

    Trump calls upon federal police to crack down on rampant crime in our Nation's capital.

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    Ep. 17 - The VIX aka; the Fear Index

    The Vix explained. Often called the fear index, measures market expectations over the next 30 days.

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    Ep. 16 - The Jobs Report- Unwrapped & Explained

    We explain the jobs report and how it is generated. Why are there constant and extreme revisions; is there a fix? The real reason Trump fired BLS Chairperson, Eriks McEntarfer. What does it all mean for the economy, interest rates, and the market? Email us with questions & comments at: [email protected].

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    Ep. 15 - Market trading rules to live by.

    The show begins by addressing the violent insanity occurring in our cities.

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    Ep. 14 - The Yield Curve & Market Shorts

    This week’s show kicks off with a rundown of new tariff agreements for the US and their potential effects on the market and economy. We follow this up with an explanation of “The Yield Curve”, what it is and what it forecasts. We have a steepening yield curve. That’s great news for banks and businesses. Today’s show wraps up with market shorts, what they are, and what they signify. Keep emailing us please at: [email protected] and follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/thefinancefreaks/

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    Ep. 13 - Tesla and technical analysis

    Conspiracies, Skeletons and the dropping value of money. Tune in now to hear more from Bruce and Steve.

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    Ep. 11 - Big Beautiful Bill

    New bill and effects on the market.

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    Ep. 10 - Global Conflicts drive US Markets

    Will Iran give Raytheon the upper hand? Tune in to this episode of The Finance Freaks to find out.

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    Ep. 9 - Know your business numbers.

    Always important to have these on hand!

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    Ep. 8 - Get your business funded now.

    on this episode the Finance Freaks go over the market and speak on how to develop corporate credit for small businesses.

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    Ep. 7 - Talking Technicals

    A beginners look at how to use technical data in analyzing your stock portfolio

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    Ep. 6 - Economic Indicators

    Leading and lagging indicators and their effect on market sentiment

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    Ep. 5 - Essential investor guidelines

    how to assess stocks and the market and avoid common pitfalls.

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    Ep. 4 - Infinite Banking

    How to create your own bank of funds through life insurance

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    Ep. 3 - Understanding the Merchant Cash Advance Business

    How use MCA's to create steady, High Yield Income

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    Ep. 2 - Business Funding

    Help with securing business credit lines , SBA loans and other means of finance

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    Ep. 1 - Show Kickoff and Tackling Tariffs

    Get to know Bruce & Steve and how they met. Talk of tariffs in monopolizing the news media. Here's a breakdown of what we can expect.

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    Welcome to The Finance Freaks

    Ready to rethink everything you thought you knew about money?Welcome to The Finance Freaks - where former Wall Street insiders turned entrepreneurs (that’s us, Bruce J and Steve) break down real-world financial challenges with sharp analysis, unconventional wisdom, and a side of humor.From market trends to alternative funding strategies, we decode what’s really going on behind the numbers - and how it impacts you. The show kicks off with high-energy convos between us, followed by expert guest interviews packed with actionable insights for entrepreneurs and small business owners.No jargon. No fluff. Just the finance talk you won’t get anywhere else.Subscribe now and master the money game - on your terms.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Ready to rethink everything you thought you knew about money?Welcome to The Finance Freaks - where former Wall Street insiders turned entrepreneurs (that’s us, Bruce J and Steve) break down real-world financial challenges with sharp analysis, unconventional wisdom, and a side of humor.From market trends to alternative funding strategies, we decode what’s really going on behind the numbers - and how it impacts you. The show kicks off with high-energy convos between us, followed by expert guest interviews packed with actionable insights for entrepreneurs and small business owners.No jargon. No fluff. Just the finance talk you won’t get anywhere else.Subscribe now and master the money game - on your terms.

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