In this episode, we discuss the complexities of the current economic landscape, including the soaring price of gold, the dichotomy between economic and financial markets, and the impact of consumer sentiment. We explore the role of journalism in society, focusing on Bari Weiss's new position at CBS News and her principles for journalism, as well as the unhinged reactions to her new mission for the company.

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:25 Gold Prices and Economic Insights

03:41 Financial Markets vs. Economic Reality

07:22 Trump’s Plan to Send Checks to All Americans

08:38 Kristi Noem’s Complaints About the “Warzone” of Chicago

12:44 Super Bowl Halftime Show

20:30 Bari Weiss Named Editor-in-chief of CBS News

22:18 Bari Weiss’ 10 Core Journalistic Values

34:52 CBS Employee Reactions

41:15 Bari Weiss and Journalism's Future

45:20 Conclusion and Reflections

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