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In this episode, Doug and Matt dive into various topics ranging from using mainstream sentiment as a contrarian indicator, to the difficulties of gauging the current zeitgeist without traditional media like magazines. They discuss the viability of the military intervening in US government operations, speculate on hypothetical political candidates like Dwayne Johnson, and reflect on predictions about Kamala Harris's political future. Doug shares his experiences meeting influential figures, comments on the recent political assassination attempt, and addresses the complexities of international business structures like Japan's 'Keiretsu'. They also touch on topics like the investment climate during the Great Depression and the potential hazards of today's financial landscape.

Articles Mentioned:
https://open.substack.com/pub/weapons/p/the-second-shooter-theory-gains-momentum?

https://open.substack.com/pub/weapons/p/the-trump-assassination-attempt-a?

00:00 Introduction and Sentiment Indicators
01:17 Challenges of Gauging Mainstream Sentiment
07:20 Military Coup Hypothetical
13:23 Political Candidates and Media Influence
20:36 Meeting Heroes and Disappointments
27:44 Investment Preferences and Strategies
30:25 US-Israel Relations and Dual Citizenship
33:05 Jefferson's Foreign Policy Wisdom
33:22 Congressional Spectacle
33:46 Bernard von NotHaus and the Liberty Dollar Case
37:58 Interlocking Share Structures in Japan
39:24 Analyzing a Political Assassination Attempt
46:41 U.S. Foreign Policy and Iran
50:14 Living in Thailand
52:54 Investment Strategies Amid Political Uncertainty
55:51 Preparing for Economic Downturns
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