Financial Issues

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case introduce the ministry's fiscal year-end campaign, reflecting on how God has sustained Financial Issues through challenges and opened the door for new leadership with incoming host Mark Minnella. They highlight the impact of biblically responsible investing, including past successes such as funding ultrasounds, supporting children in schools, and petitioning corporations. The hosts also present updates on the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the response from Turning Point USA, and the broader cultural implications. Throughout the program, they encourage listeners to consider supporting the ministry through donations, monthly giving, and prayer to help advance its mission. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here!

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In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case open with reflections on free speech and the troubling rise of hostility toward it on college campuses. They also present updates on the markets following recent CPI numbers and discuss developments surrounding the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk. After the first segment, new host Mark Minnella shares his thoughts, highlighting how the attack has emboldened many to stand firm in their faith and convictions rather than be silenced. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here!

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In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case reflect on the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk and highlight his legacy of faith, truth, and civil debate. They discuss the spiritual battle facing the nation, urging listeners to remain vigilant, prayerful, and committed to speaking truth with grace. The hosts also remember the anniversary of 9/11, honoring the sacrifices made that day while connecting both tragedies to the need for God's mercy and revival. Later, they explore market updates, government oversight of the Federal Reserve, and free speech concerns surrounding big tech and European regulations. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here!

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In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case open with updates on job numbers revised sharply downward from the Biden administration and highlight improving optimism about retirement. They also present new PPI inflation data and explore expectations for upcoming interest rate cuts. Later, Mark Minnella joins Seth and Sam to discuss retirement planning from a biblical perspective, stressing trust in God over worldly definitions of retirement and encouraging stewardship that honors Him. The conversation also touches on the debate over lawmakers trading stocks, with different proposals being considered in Congress. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here!

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In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case explore rising tariff revenues and the potential impact of a Supreme Court ruling on Trump's trade policies. They highlight small business optimism alongside concerns about labor quality, inflation, and taxes. The discussion also presents a decline in support for capitalism, contrasting it with the failures of socialism, and emphasizes the importance of protecting American-born workers while considering biblical principles of governance.

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In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case highlight the transition as they welcome Mark Minnella as the new full-time host of Financial Issues. They also share their ongoing roles within the ministry and explore taxation as both a necessary function and, at times, a form of legalized theft. The hosts then discuss the risks of IPOs and consider market expectations of an upcoming Federal Reserve rate cut. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here!

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In today's show, Shana Burt offers her heartfelt farewell after years of service, reflecting on her journey of stewardship and the impact of biblically responsible investing. She shares gratitude for the ministry, partners, and her time carrying on Dan Celia's legacy, while expressing her focus on family and private practice going forward. The second half of the program introduces Mark Minnella in his first official appearance as the new host, as Seth Udinski highlights the exciting new chapter for Financial Issues and encourages listeners to continue supporting the mission. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here!

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In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case begin with market updates and a discussion on headlines around job numbers and economic data. Twila Brase joins to present concerns over rising Affordable Care Act premiums, the role of big government in healthcare, and the possibility of changes at the CDC, while also highlighting health sharing and cash-based practices as alternatives. Later, Art Ally explores market volatility, the long-term perspective for investors, and the importance of biblically responsible investing, encouraging listeners to stay the course despite short-term fluctuations. The program also touches on public sentiment toward home ownership and questions about the American dream. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here!

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Today's show is sponsored by Samaritan Ministries. Discover a Biblical solution to health care that empowers believers to care for each other's medical needs through prayer, encouragement, and financial support. Learn more at SamaritanMinistries.org.

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case explore the economic uncertainty surrounding tariffs on China, corporate hesitation to shift supply chains, and the role of the Supreme Court in shaping future outcomes. They also highlight troubling revelations about Meta's policies toward children and the broader cultural concerns connected to it. Later, Rachel Barkley from the National Center presents her insights on Medicaid reform, emphasizing the importance of protecting vulnerable populations while encouraging able-bodied adults toward independence. The program concludes with Mark Minnella joining to discuss practical questions about estate planning and retirement accounts. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here!

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Today's show is sponsored by Timothy Plan. Learn how you can invest in a God-honoring way through biblically responsible ETFs, mutual funds, and retirement plans. Visit Timothyplan.com for more.

In today's show, Seth Udinski and Sam Case present updates on market trends, tariffs, and interest rates, while noting the challenges investors face with ongoing uncertainty. Jason MacDowell joins to explore earned income, its distinctions from passive income, and how it connects to long-term planning, tax implications, and Roth IRA contributions. The hosts also highlight the growing number of Americans dipping into 401(k) funds for emergencies, raising questions about financial preparedness and alternative options. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here!

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Today's show is sponsored by Pre-Born. Learn how you can save the lives of babies, and spread the gospel of Jesus Christ, by visiting Preborn.com/shana for more.