Episodes

  • There's A Better Way: DOGE, Shipping & Government Interference
    Apr 23 2025

    In this episode, Mark Hall and Dr. Walter Kemmsies critique both the Republican and Democratic administrations on A Better Way of doing things. From DOGE to Shipping and the importance of a Free Market Economy.

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    #doge #trump #shipping #china #xijinping #elonmusk #tariffs #socialsecurity

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    16 mins
  • Its The Economy, STUPID! What To Expect From A Looming Recession
    Apr 16 2025

    As of April 2025, the U.S. economy presents a complex picture regarding the likelihood of a near-term recession. Economic indicators are mixed, with some suggesting potential challenges ahead, while others point to resilience.​ In this episode Mark Hall and Walter Kemmsies discuss about the economy and the likelihood of a recession.

    #recession #recessionrisk #tariffs #economy #usforeignpolicy #investing #unemployment #stockmarket

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    15 mins
  • Trump Tariffs: Its Painful Now But Good For America In The Long Run?
    Apr 9 2025

    Some countries impose higher tariffs on U.S. goods compared to the tariffs the U.S. imposes on their products. This can hurt U.S. exporters because they face higher costs to access foreign markets. For example, China has historically imposed higher tariffs on some U.S. goods compared to the U.S. tariff rates on Chinese products.

    Trump’s administration claimed that many countries, especially China, were engaging in unfair trade practices, such as intellectual property theft, forced technology transfers, and currency manipulation. The tariffs were seen as a tool to pressure China and other trading partners to address these issues and adhere to international trade rules.

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    17 mins
  • The Truth About US Foreign Policy: The Story Behind The Story
    Apr 9 2025

    U.S. foreign policy has had a significant and lasting impact on the world in various ways. Its objectives are generally centered on promoting national security, economic prosperity, democratic values, and global stability. The strategies and policies pursued by the United States over time have shaped international relations, economies, and even the internal dynamics of other nations. In this episode, Mark Hall and Dr. Walter Kemmsies discuss the truth behind some of the policies.

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    The Truth About US Foreign Policy: The Story Behind The Story

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    17 mins
  • Mergers and Acquisitions in the Auto Industry: Consolidate or Perish
    Mar 5 2025

    In this episode, Mark Hall and Dr. Walter Kemmsies discuss Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) in the auto industry. Automakers are driven by various factors such as the transition to electric vehicles (EVs), new technological developments, global competition, and the need for economies of scale. Increasingly, they are looking to expand into emerging markets like China, India, and Southeast Asia, where the demand for automobiles is growing rapidly. This can lead to acquisitions of local players or partnerships with regional manufacturers.

    #automaker #honda #nissan #tariffs #gm #tesla #realestate #automobile #mergersandacquisitions #mergers #consolidate #ev #electricvehicles

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    15 mins
  • Northpoint of View: Why is DeepSeek a big deal?
    Feb 26 2025

    In this episode, Mark Hall and Dr. Walter Kemmsies discuss what is DeepSeek and how it shifted the balance of the A.I. arms race essentially ending US dominance.

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    16 mins
  • Northpoint of View: Special Guest Bill Glass, National Home Builders Association Board Member
    Feb 19 2025

    In this episode, Mark Hall chat with special guest Bill Glass, Legal Affairs Committee for the National Home Builders Association and Board Member. Mr. Glass is also an attorney at Weiner Shearouse Weitz Greenberg & Shawe, LLP and a long time friend and strategic ally for Northpoint.

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    13 mins
  • Northpoint of View: Trump's Tariffs and How It Will Affect You
    Feb 12 2025

    In this episode, Mark Hall and Dr. Walter Kemmsies discuss:

    Seven questions we should be asking about the Trump’s Tariffs.

    1. What will Trump do now and down the road.

    2. What percentage of goods consumed in the U.S., can be manufactured entirely in the U.S.?

    3. Will tariffs be across the board or selective?

    4. How will foreign exchange rates move?

    5. Even if U.S. imported goods volume decline, could there be winners and losers?


    6. How will trading partners, who have had 4 years to prepare for a second trade war, react?
    7. Will Chinese companies be able to continue using the Japanese companies’ Reagan/Bush era playbook?

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    19 mins