Watchdog on Wall Street with Chris Markowski

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The Truth About Wall Street's Financial Practices Nov 29, 2025

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Chris Markowski discusses the complexities and challenges of the financial world, particularly focusing on Wall Street, corporations, and the role of private equity. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the motivations behind financial entities and the inherent conflicts of interest that arise when profit motives overshadow fiduciary duties. McFadden critiques the regulatory environment and the evolution of corporate accountability, warning against the dangers posed by modern financial practices and the need for personal responsibility among consumers.

Thanksgiving Reflections: A Time for Gratitude Nov 29, 2025

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Chris Markowski reflects on Thanksgiving, expressing gratitude for family and cherished memories. He discusses the importance of recognizing 'last days' in life, emphasizing the need to live in the moment. The conversation shifts to the political landscape, critiquing current economic policies and advocating for a return to conservative principles. Markowski also addresses market volatility, warning listeners about the risks of trading and the importance of long-term investment strategies.

Big Ag Eats First: How Subsidies Skip Farmers and Feed Corporations Nov 27, 2025

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When the ‘Big Payday’ Never Comes: Inside Private Equity’s Meltdown Nov 27, 2025

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Robinhood Comes Clean: ‘We Give the Gamblers What They Want Nov 26, 2025

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A $284 Billion Wake-Up Call America’s Fiscal Hangover Nov 26, 2025

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Subsidies, Shutdowns & Stalemates: Washington’s Healthcare Circus Continues Nov 26, 2025

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A major White House signing ceremony was suddenly scrapped after Republicans revolted against President Biden’s plan to extend enhanced Obamacare subsidies for two more years. Chris dives into why House Speaker Mike Johnson said he didn’t have the votes, why conservatives felt the deal betrayed the very shutdown fight they just endured, and how both parties are now scrambling to delay, rebrand, or punt the issue entirely. From GOP infighting to Senate promises to Democratic pressure, the commentary exposes how Washington keeps recycling the same subsidies, the same insurance-company windfalls, and the same excuses. With new proposals ranging from “Trump Health Freedom Accounts” to shifting benchmarks from silver to bronze plans, Chris argues nothing actually changes—taxpayer dollars still flow to insurers, deductibles stay sky-high, and real reform never happens. It’s another classic example of D.C. dysfunction, delay, and political theater over actual healthcare solutions.

DOJ FUMBLED SO BAD! Why Comey And Tish James Are Walking Free Nov 26, 2025

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The Department of Justice just botched it—again. A federal judge has tossed the criminal cases against James Comey and Letitia “Tish” James, not because they were innocent angels, but because the Trump team blew the basic rules on how to appoint the prosecutor handling the case.
In this episode, we break down:
• Why the judge ruled the charges had to be dismissed
• How Lindsay Halligan’s appointment as interim U.S. Attorney violated the 120-day window
• Why she had zero prosecutorial experience and never should’ve been in that role
• How a seasoned conservative prosecutor, Siebert, refused to bring the cases and walked away
• Why lawfare backfires when you ignore the rules and hire for loyalty over competence
I’m no fan of Comey or Tish James—but this never should’ve been fumbled like this.

Your Tax Dollars Are Funding TERRORISM In Minnesota? Nov 25, 2025

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Your taxpayer dollars—yes, yours—have been working overtime. Not to help kids, not to support struggling families… but to fund terrorism.And no, this isn’t “just Minnesota’s problem.” Federal dollars were in the pot too.
In this episode, we break down:
• How billions in welfare money were siphoned off through state-run programs
• Why federal investigators believe large sums were sent overseas to an al-Qaeda–linked terror group
• How a hyper-bureaucratic, “don’t offend anyone” political culture allowed fraud to flourish
• Why judges are giving shockingly light sentences even after convictions
• And why Washington keeps funding states that repeatedly fail to oversee basic programs
This isn’t about immigration—it’s about incompetence, bureaucratic cowardice, and a welfare system so poorly designed that criminals can exploit it for years while politicians look the other way.

Reagan Revival Needed: Why Trump Must Pivot Back to Real Conservatism Nov 25, 2025

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In this fiery commentary, Chris argues that Donald Trump is completely misreading the political moment and must channel his inner Ronald Reagan before the GOP collapses in 2025. With Republicans demoralized, members considering resignations, and six in ten Americans believing the country is heading in the wrong direction, the message is clear: kitchen-table issues—not foreign conflicts, not populist checks, not tariffs—are what matter now. Chris calls on Trump to drop the MAGA populism, revisit the pro-growth conservatism of the 1980s, and rediscover the winning Reagan playbook: real capitalism, lower taxes, deregulation, and optimism. It’s a plea for a course correction before the party faces a wipeout—and a reminder that America doesn’t want handouts, it wants opportunity.