Watchdog on Wall Street with Chris Markowski

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Ferrari’s $600K Mistake? May 29, 2026

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Ferrari’s newest electric supercar is sparking outrage from longtime fans who say the legendary brand has lost its identity. From Apple-inspired design choices to criticism from former Ferrari leadership, this segment discusses why many believe Ferrari is risking decades of prestige with a car critics say looks more like a luxury tech gadget than an Italian masterpiece.

Beware When Your Financial Advisor Retires May 29, 2026

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A wave of retiring financial advisors is triggering massive private equity buyouts — and clients could end up paying the price. This episode breaks down why many advisory firms are being sold at absurd valuations, how investors may eventually be pushed into overpriced ownership deals, and the red flags clients should watch for when their advisor hands over the reins.

Another Ponzi Scheme — And People Still Fell for It May 28, 2026

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A California broker allegedly ran a $12.7 million Ponzi scheme for more than 25 years by promising impossible returns and using new investor money to pay old investors. This Chris dives into the warning signs people continue to ignore, why greed and fear fuel financial fraud, and the hard truth about personal responsibility when it comes to investing.

The New Boomer Vote-Buying Scheme? May 28, 2026

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A new proposal to eliminate property taxes for seniors is raising questions about fairness, political pandering, and America’s growing generational divide. This episode explains why politicians are floating targeted giveaways ahead of the midterms, the reality of property taxes and Social Security, and why younger generations may end up footing the bill once again.

Robinhood Wants AI to Trade Your Money May 28, 2026

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Robinhood is rolling out AI-powered trading and spending tools that let users hand investing decisions directly to bots like Claude and Cursor. From automated stock trades to AI-directed credit card purchases, this segment explores why the next wave of retail investing could become a disaster for inexperienced traders chasing quick gains with artificial intelligence.

Back to Ramen? Grocery Prices Are About to Surge Again May 28, 2026

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Rising food prices, shrinking cattle supplies, tariffs, gas costs, and global tensions are squeezing Americans harder than ever. Chris breaks down why grocery bills could jump another 4–5%, why relief may not be coming anytime soon, and how both parties could respond with more stimulus-style giveaways instead of fixing the root problems behind the affordability crisis.

The Horrifying Reality Inside Afghanistan May 28, 2026

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A disturbing BBC report exposing Afghan children being sold into forced marriages and sexual exploitation sparks a deeper conversation about the collapse of Afghanistan, the rise of the Taliban, and decades of failed foreign intervention. This segment traces how the country went from relative modernization to extremism, chaos, and human tragedy — and asks whether the West ever truly understood what it was trying to change.

Iran Peace Deal? Nobody Knows What’s Real May 27, 2026

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Leaked draft agreements, frozen Iranian funds, Strait of Hormuz shipping, and nonstop mixed messaging — the Iran conflict is entering a new phase of confusion. This episode breaks down the rumored 60-day peace framework, the geopolitical risks surrounding Israel and Lebanon, and why Washington may be searching for an off-ramp before the situation spirals further.

Dumb ETFs Are Exploding — And Investors Keep Buying May 27, 2026

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From UFO disclosure funds to “Bitcoin After Dark” strategies, Wall Street is flooding the market with bizarre, high-fee ETFs designed more for hype than investing. This episode discusses the explosion of speculative single-stock, crypto, and gimmick ETFs charging investors massive fees while abandoning the diversification ETFs were originally built for. Dumb ways to lose money? Wall Street just created hundreds more.

$38 Billion for Empty Warehouses? May 27, 2026

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A controversial DHS plan allocated $38 billion for warehouse-style detention centers — but many of the buildings reportedly weren’t zoned for detainees, lacked proper plumbing, and sat vacant after purchase. This segment explores the massive spending, questionable real estate deals, and growing concerns over how taxpayer money is being handled inside the immigration detention system.