Episode 17 delves into escalating tensions over the Taiwan Strait, examining the implications for US-China relations. The episode explores US presidential stances on Taiwan and evolving trade policies, providing insight into the political landscape. Market impacts and reactions to recent tariff proposals are analyzed, highlighting economic concerns. The future of US vaccine policy is discussed, considering potential changes and public health implications. Attention shifts to recession concerns for 2025, with experts weighing in on economic forecasts. The episode concludes with a look at Trump's fossil fuel agenda, exploring its potential environmental and economic implications.

(0:00) Tensions over Taiwan Strait and US-China relations

(1:46) US Presidential stances on Taiwan and trade policies

(3:33) Market impacts and reactions to tariff proposals

(4:56) Future of US vaccine policy

(7:39) Recession concerns for 2025

(10:35) Trump's fossil fuel agenda and implications