The Jason Voorhees of Wall Street: Detailing the NIGHTMARE Of Bad Brokers

LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured  Sen. Josh Hawley says “no American should go to bed hungry.” Sounds noble—but it’s more of the same broken thinking that got us here. In this episode:Why 42 million Americans on food stamps is the real national disgraceThe truth about what’s actually bought with EBT cards (hint: it’s soda)How welfare dependency keeps voters hooked on government handoutsWhy politicians on both sides use “compassion” to buy votesA simple reform: if you live off taxpayer aid, you shouldn’t control the nation’s purseHawley’s heart might be in the right place—but his policy feeds the problem, not the people.

LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured  Amazon just announced one of its biggest layoffs in years—and AI is partly to blame. In this episode:Why 14,000 corporate jobs vanished (and it’s not just AI)How “creative destruction” drives progress—and always hasWhat Obama got wrong about ATMs and automationWhy DEI and HR roles are first on the chopping blockThe one rule for job security in the AI era: make yourself indispensableTech doesn’t end jobs—it transforms them. The question is, are you adapting fast enough?

LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured  A top salesman at Stifel Financial racked up 34 complaints and millions in fraud claims—and somehow stayed in business. In this episode:How a single broker’s “structured notes” scam cost clients millionsWhy Wall Street firms protect rainmakers instead of investorsThe dirty truth about how big brokerages treat fraud as a “cost of doing business”What constant job-hopping between Lehman, Citi, Morgan Stanley, and Stifel really meansHow to actually find an advisor who puts your interests firstWall Street keeps rewarding the crooks who bring in cash. Don’t be their next victim.

LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured  They get banned, exposed, and “permanently barred”—but they always come back. Wall Street’s financial slashers never stay dead. In this episode:How banned brokers reappear selling annuities under weak state oversightThe shocking stats: 90% of expelled advisors still licensed to sell insuranceWhy FINRA and the SEC almost never stop a scam before it happensWhat Bernie Madoff’s rise and protection really revealed about Wall StreetHow to spot the financial predators who just won’t dieThey can’t be killed by regulators—only by informed investors. Here’s how to keep your money safe from Wall Street’s monsters.

LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured  In this episode:Trump claims a new “deal with China” — but Chris breaks down why no deal actually existsThe Supreme Court showdown over Trump’s tariff powers and how his Canada tantrum just made things worseWhy Reagan was right about tariffs — and how Trump’s rewriting history isn’t helpingPlus: the truth about China’s struggling economy, deflation, and why trade with allies (not enemies) is the real solutionThere’s no art in this deal — just noise, nerves, and another tariff tantrum.

LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured  CBS News reports that 43 million Americans—one in eight—are now on food stamps, sparking outrage and disbelief over the nation’s growing dependence on government aid. With fears of SNAP benefit cuts and even theft threats circulating online, critics say the U.S. has created a culture of entitlement and dependency that mirrors addiction. As states like Virginia declare emergencies over delayed benefits, calls for deep welfare reform grow louder, questioning how America reached this point—and what it will take to reverse it.

LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured  At New York City’s Forest Hills amphitheater, Zoran Mamdani joined Bernie Sanders, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and other left-wing leaders for a massive rally promising free childcare, rent freezes, and public transit for all. The event, filled with chants of “DSA, not USA” and “Tax the rich,” highlights the growing strength of the Democratic Socialists of America — and the deep anxiety among traditional Democrats and conservatives alike. As Mamdani’s popularity rises, critics warn it marks a dramatic shift in New York’s political identity.

LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured  In this episode:The rigged reality of trading apps and why retail investors keep falling for Wall Street’s shell gameThe dark truth about naked short selling — and why it’s been happening for decadesA former Citadel engineer admits: “The game is not fair — I helped design it.”Why day trading is the carnival game you’ll never win — and how to build real wealth by investing, not gamblingIf you’re playing their game, you’re the mark. Be an investor, not a carny’s next prize.

Chris Markowski discusses the myths surrounding Social Security, the healthcare crisis exacerbated by Obamacare, and the influence of insurance companies on the healthcare system. He also critiques the impact of tariffs on small businesses and emphasizes the need for financial freedom and transparency in the financial world.

 Chris Markowski, the Watchdog on Wall Street, delves into the realities of financial markets, the impact of social media on public perception, and the consequences of government assistance programs. He critiques the GameStop saga, warns against get-rich-quick schemes, and discusses the detrimental effects of welfare dependency on society. Markowski also addresses the issue of usury and its exploitation of vulnerable individuals, while highlighting the challenges facing the agricultural sector in the U.S. The conversation emphasizes the need for financial literacy and personal responsibility in achieving true financial freedom.