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Economist and geopolitical analyst Tom Luongo joins the Economic Review to break down what he believes are the real forces driving the Iran war, Canadian tariffs, and other major geopolitical and economic developments reshaping the global landscape. Luongo goes beyond the conventional headlines to examine the competing interests, financial pressures, and strategic objectives he sees operating behind these events.
In today’s discussion, Sarah and Tom also dig into the recent NDAA legislation, comparing the Senate and House versions and examining what the language actually says. They discuss why the word “integration” can be misleading, what the proposed military cooperation could mean in practice, and why they believe integrating U.S. military capabilities with any foreign state is an unwise direction.
The conversation also explores the increasingly interconnected nature of economics and geopolitics. Global markets do not operate in a vacuum—they are shaped by power struggles, alliances, conflicts, tariffs, monetary pressures, and strategic decisions unfolding around the world. Sarah and Tom examine how understanding these relationships can provide a clearer picture of where the global economy may be headed next.
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Advanced technology researcher Ashton Forbes rejoins the program to examine technology that may have been developed within the Department of Defense, DARPA, and other institutions. Sarah and Ashton look at patents and other evidence surrounding advanced technologies—including alternative energy and the possibility of manipulating space and time—as well as events and situations they believe may offer clues that some of these technologies are already in use.
In today’s discussion, Sarah and Ashton explore the larger questions surrounding what may have actually been developed, how far the science has progressed, and how much potentially remains outside public view. They examine the gap between publicly available research and claims surrounding classified or highly advanced programs, asking what can be established from the evidence and what remains unknown.
The conversation also follows the money. Who is funding the development of these technologies, where is investment capital flowing, and who ultimately benefits from the breakthroughs? Sarah and Ashton examine questions surrounding transparency, ownership, and accountability—particularly when taxpayer dollars fund research that could potentially produce commercially or strategically valuable technologies.
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Independent journalist and author Shane Cashman joins the program to discuss the month he spent documenting the life of Kanye West. Cashman shares how the two met and how that encounter developed into an ongoing dialogue, with West opening up about some of his deepest thoughts during an extraordinary period of his life—including his run for president, the loss of his Nike contract, and the possibility of divorce from Kim Kardashian.
In today’s discussion, Shane describes West’s unpredictability and the unusual experiences he witnessed while documenting his life, leading to a broader conversation about the world of celebrity and the handlers who often surround powerful public figures. Sarah and Shane explore who these handlers are, why they are there, and what role they may play in the lives and careers of influential celebrities.
The conversation also dives into the Dead Internet Theory and what it could mean in an online world increasingly populated by bots, algorithms, AI-generated content, and manufactured engagement. How much of what we experience online represents genuine human interaction, and how much is being artificially created, amplified, or controlled?
Purchase Shane Cashman’s new book and follow his work at https://ShaneCashman.com
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An expert panel returns to the Thrive Hour featuring Phil Catalano, former NASA/JPL scientist; Loretta Ivory, college professor and researcher; and Jay Weidner, filmmaker, author, and founding member and former Director of Content at Gaia TV. Together, they explore the collision of competing agendas unfolding around the world—from artificial intelligence and rapidly advancing technology to the push for a global reset—and how these forces could reshape humanity and our future.
In today’s discussion, Sarah and the panel consider a much larger question: What if this isn’t humanity’s first reset? They examine theories surrounding previous advanced civilizations and catastrophic resets, from Lemuria and Atlantis to the more recent mysteries surrounding Tartaria. The panel explores whether humanity could be approaching another period of profound transformation and what lessons, if any, might be found by examining the mysteries of our past.
This is a deep exploration of our past, our future, and the forces potentially shaping both, with three uniquely knowledgeable guests bringing different perspectives to the conversation. Subscribers can watch the full extended interview at https://WestallMedia.com or https://SarahWestall.Substack.com
Learn more about Jay Weidner at https://jayweidner.com
Contact Phil Catalano at Wizard1Phil@gmail.com
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Ed Dowd, founder of Phinance Technologies and global economic analyst, rejoins the Economic Review to break down what he sees as a perfect storm forming across the U.S. economy. Dowd explains the forces creating powerful recessionary headwinds and why he sees troubling parallels to the conditions surrounding the 2008 financial crisis. He argues that roughly 80% of the country is already experiencing recessionary conditions, while the wealthiest 20% remain largely insulated from many of the economic pressures affecting everyone else.
In today’s discussion, Sarah and Ed also examine the extraordinary concentration of investment flowing into artificial intelligence. Dowd estimates that approximately 70% of investment capital is currently being directed toward the AI sector, creating an investment boom that he believes is helping mask the underlying economic weakness already being felt throughout much of the country.
Sarah and Ed also discuss what individuals can do to prepare financially for the possibility of a deeper economic downturn. They explore the importance of understanding where capital is flowing, recognizing the risks developing beneath headline economic numbers, and positioning yourself for a potentially challenging economic environment ahead.
Follow Ed Dowd on X at @DowdEdward and read his Beyond the Narrative Substack at https://substack.com/@eddowdbeyondthenarrative
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