Watchdog on Wall Street with Chris Markowski

Chris explores the growing issue of trading addiction fueled by apps like Robinhood and the allure of meme stocks and cryptocurrencies. Drawing parallels to gambling, he critiques financial media and personalities, including Jim Cramer, for promoting a day-trading culture. Markowski emphasizes the importance of informed investing over speculative risk-taking, sharing insights from his 25-year career. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Chris draws parallels between national security strategies and The Godfather, advocating for strong leadership in protecting American citizens abroad. Reacting to comments from incoming National Security Advisor Mike Walsh, Markowski highlights the importance of taking a hardline stance against those who harm or detain Americans, emphasizing swift and decisive consequences. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Chris critiques Rosa DeLauro's recent remarks advocating for female crash test dummies in government programs. While some focus on her style and appearance, Markowski urges listeners to focus on her track record, lack of real-world experience, and questionable policy priorities. A sharp take on why qualifications and substance matter more than theatrics in Congress. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Chris breaks down the latest Democratic messaging strategy for promoting a wealth tax in Washington state. Drawing parallels to Jedi mind tricks, Markowski critiques the left’s manipulative language playbook, their "feudal lord" mentality, and how they aim to reframe taxes as shared responsibility. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Chris dives into the latest congressional spending bill, exposing bipartisan failures that continue to burden taxpayers. From subsidies for billionaires’ flood insurance to another hit on Social Security, Markowski explains how both parties work together to perpetuate government waste. He highlights the growing role of platforms like X in disrupting the mainstream media’s grip on public opinion. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Chris delves into the recent Starbucks barista strike, covering worker demands for higher wages, benefits, and improved scheduling. With calls for $25/hour wages, 13 sick days, full-time benefits at 20 hours, and paid holidays, Markowski critiques the feasibility of these requests, questioning their impact on business sustainability. He shares his perspective on how Starbucks might adapt and reflects on his own service industry experience. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Chris breaks down the latest $4.28 billion in student loan forgiveness for public service workers, including teachers and law enforcement officials. Highlighting the disconnect between higher education costs and career choices, he challenges the fairness of taxpayers shouldering the burden of others’ debts. Markowski emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility, return on investment in education, and the broader implications of government spending. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Chris delves into the recent revelations about Joe Biden's diminished role in his presidency and the media's complicity in protecting his image. Highlighting the Wall Street Journal's coverage and drawing comparisons to political films like Dave, Markowski criticizes the mainstream media, Jill Biden, and Washington insiders for their roles in shielding Biden and perpetuating what he calls a "third Obama term." He challenges listeners to scrutinize the power dynamics within the White House and the media-industrial complex. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Chris takes listeners inside Washington D.C.'s legislative "sausage factory," explaining how massive spending bills are crafted to include unnecessary and unrelated items. Highlighting the recent debt ceiling and disaster relief debates, Markowski reveals how both parties protect their interests, make backroom deals, and burden taxpayers with wasteful spending. He also praises those holding the line against excessive bills and urges reforms inspired by global examples like Argentina. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

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Chris tackles the inefficiencies and excessive costs of state and local government employment. With wages and benefits costing 83% more than their private sector counterparts, Markowski questions the logic behind such bloated spending. Sharing examples from infrastructure projects like Florida's streamlined road expansions to the drawn-out Big Dig in Boston, Markowski argues for outsourcing and efficiency to put America on a better financial path. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Chris exposes the staggering misuse of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) during COVID-19. From multimillionaire politicians like Gavin Newsom and Jim Justice to musicians like Lil Wayne and Chris Brown, Markowski highlights the massive fraud and mismanagement that turned a well-intentioned program into a free-for-all. Tune in to hear how taxpayers are footing the bill for luxury expenses, private jets, and more—and why this marks a new era of American fiscal irresponsibility. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Chris dissects Elizabeth Warren's proposed overhaul of the federal bankruptcy system, highlighting its potential pitfalls. From discharging student loans to allowing renters to bypass back rent, Markowski explains how this legislation could burden taxpayers, encourage financial irresponsibility, and hurt landlords. Tune in for his unfiltered take on the Consumer Bankruptcy Reform Act and its implications for America’s financial future. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Chris takes aim at Washington, D.C.’s corrupt spending practices, highlighting Speaker Mike Johnson’s failure to stand up to the pork-laden omnibus bill. From funding 12 new bio labs to a $243,000 congressional salary raise, Markowski exposes the waste and self-serving policies embedded in the bill. He calls for fiscal discipline, transparency, and shutting the government down to force a clean bill without handouts or giveaways. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Chris breaks down why the Federal Reserve is powerless to rein in inflation and interest rates, pointing the blame squarely at Washington's refusal to cut spending. He critiques Jay Powell for failing to call out the real issue—unchecked government debt and pork-laden budgets like the latest omnibus spending bill. Markowski offers a simple recipe for lowering rates and inflation, emphasizing the need for fiscal discipline in Washington. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Chris emphasizes the critical role of time in building wealth through investing. Using historical data and the power of compounding, he busts the myth of stock market gambling and explains why patience is the ultimate strategy for long-term success. Whether it's a 1-year or 15-year horizon, Markowski breaks down the odds of success to prove that staying invested is the winning move. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Chris is fed up with inefficiency and waste in the U.S. Postal Service. Drawing from his own frustrations with lost mail and poor service, he makes a compelling argument for privatizing the USPS. From missed bills to unreliable delivery, Markowski explains why selling the Postal Service to competent private entities could save billions and improve service quality for all Americans. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Chris exposes the media’s misleading narratives about stagflation, specifically targeting claims that Trump tariffs could lead to economic stagnation. Highlighting the real culprits—reckless government spending and money printing—Markowski argues that the U.S. is already experiencing stagflation. How do we navigate out of this? Find out in this episode of Watchdog on Wall Street. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Chris draws a parallel between Elon Musk and Tony Stark from Iron Man, focusing on the government’s increasing encroachment on private innovation. Highlighting recent revelations of Biden administration funding for media attacks against Musk, Markowski critiques the government's approach to private enterprise, innovation, and free-market principles. Is this how America treats its innovators? www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Chris delivers a fiery critique of Congress, particularly Republicans, for their lack of fiscal responsibility. Highlighting wasteful spending and unkept promises, he calls for a government shutdown to end reckless behavior. From disaster relief pork to billion-dollar loans for private companies, Markowski exposes the failures of both parties and challenges the incoming administration to step up. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com