The FarrCast : Wealth Strategies

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The Season Ending Russia Extravaganza! Sep 23, 2022

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Join us as guest host Jim Lebenthal parses through market weakness, discusses DC with Dan Mahaffee, and has an extended conversation with intelligence expert Joshua Huminski on the ongoing developments in Russia.

Bringing you insight into Wall Street, Washington, and The World -- it's The FarrCast!

Presumptions of Competency Sep 19, 2022

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Jim Lebenthal is back as guest host this week, and he and Harry discuss the recent market reaction to the inflation numbers. Dan Mahaffee joins for a rundown in DC and the situation in Ukraine. And for our special guest, Jim welcomes CAPT Richard L. Snead, USN (Ret.) former Commanding Officer of the USS Oklahoma City and a former member of the Pentagon staff responsible for Navy budgeting. Capt. Snead and Jim have a wide ranging discussion on the place of the modern US Navy in the world, and the challenges it faces.

It's another interesting FarrCast bringing you information from Wall Street, Washington, and The World!

Axis of (Obscenity Deleted) Sep 09, 2022

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The FarrCast is back with an international version this week as Michael Farr sets up the virtual studio in France. He welcomes Kenny Polcari to discuss the latest market moves and the philosophy of conservative strategy. Dan Mahaffee discusses the royal succession -- and how it may impact global politics. And for our special guest, Michael welcomes veteran bond trader and Senior VP at Farr, Miller & Washington for a primer on the bond market, and how it is moving during the latest economic changes.

Always timely, it's The FarrCast -- Wall Street, Washington, and The World!

The Visible Hand of the Fed Sep 02, 2022

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It's been a rough couple of weeks in the stock market, but going in to Labor Day, the market likes what it sees in the jobs report. This week guest host Jim Lebenthal welcomes Bryn Talkington and they talk jobs, stocks, the economy, and why they disagree. But first, political analyst Dan Mahaffee catches us up on DC and Beijing, and what could be coming that will impact your money.

It's The FarrCast! Wall Street, Washington, and The World.

Research Is Like an Enormous Lego Set Aug 27, 2022

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This week's episode of The FarrCast features guest host, Jim Lebenthal. Jim discusses what he is NOT seeing in the latest market turbulence. He welcomes political analyst Dan Mahaffee for an update on the prospects for the Congressional elections, and relates his experience dealing with Top Secret information as a Naval Officer.

For our special guest segment, Jim welcomes FarrCast fan favorite Jenny Harrington for a lively discussion on research, investing, and the importance of wealth management.

Bringing you insight into Wall Street, Washington, and The World -- it's The FarrCast!

Backbench Bombthrowers Aug 19, 2022

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This week Michael Farr welcomes Kenny Polcari and Dan Mahaffee for a look at Wall Street, Washington, and The World as the summer winds down.

Still a Long Way to Go Aug 11, 2022

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The inflation numbers are positive -- is a new bull market about to take off? Michael Farr welcomes Kenny Polcari for a discussion on market reaction (and over-reaction) and what the technical forces at work are. Dan Mahaffee joins to discuss the political ramifications of the Mar-a-Lago search. And for our special guest, Michael welcomes back Stephanie Link, who reviews how she stays cautious as the markets begin to move.

Before I Dig in My Heels Aug 05, 2022

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This week's FarrCast begins with our monthly visit from Jim Iuorio, and Jim shares with Michael why he is bullish -- but still respects the bearish case. It's been a big week in geo-politics, and Dan Mahaffee and fan favorite Tony Fratto give us deep insight into Taiwan, and why what matters there matters here.

Coming to you each week -- it's The FarrCast: Wall Street, Washington, and The World!

Thingamajig -- It's a Technical Term, Folks Jul 28, 2022

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The recession drums beat louder, but markets have shrugged. Michael Farr welcomes Jim Lebenthal to talk about the market reaction and the crosswinds for the economy today. Dan Mahaffee joins and explains the surprise compromise between Schumer and Manchin that has produced a spending bill. And for our special guest segment, Michael is joined by Shannon Saccocia from SVB Private. She explains its a new world, and while investors may find it difficult to rely on history, there are new opportunities emerging.

It's a great FarrCast this week, bringing you insight into Wall Street, Washington, and The World!

Not a Terrible Political Athlete Jul 21, 2022

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This week Michael Farr welcomes Kenny Polcari and they discuss how (and why) analyst's estimates are usually a little off. Dan Mahaffee joins for a discussion from the latest in Washington, and in our special guest segment, Michael is joined by Lester Munson, a Washington insider and foreign policy expert. Les tells us about things happening beneath the headlines that could meaningfully change the geo-political, and economic, landscape in the months to come.

Always bringing you information to help you navigate the changing world, it's The FarrCast: Wall Street, Washington, and The World!