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Watchdog on Wall Street with Chris Markowski

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Welcome to The Watchdog on Wall Street Podcast. Author, investment banker, consumer advocate, analyst, and trader Chris Markowski exposes the lies and myths of the big brokerage firms, the mainstream press, and the government. Chris explains the news coming out of the complex worlds of finance, economics and politics and the impact it will have on everyday Americans.

Location:

Sarasota, FL

Genres:

Business

Networks:

Radio America

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Welcome to The Watchdog on Wall Street Podcast. Author, investment banker, consumer advocate, analyst, and trader Chris Markowski exposes the lies and myths of the big brokerage firms, the mainstream press, and the government. Chris explains the news coming out of the complex worlds of finance, economics and politics and the impact it will have on everyday Americans.

Twitter:

@chrismarko

Language:

English

Contact:

(800) 471-5984


Episodes
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Shut Down the Postal Service!!

2/21/2025
Chris applauds President Trump's plans to disband the governing board that oversees the postal service and absorb the agency into the administration. He shares his own bad experiences with the postal service and talks about how email and Amazon have made them much less important than they used to be. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Duration:00:04:40

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Is It Prudent to Cut Off Aid to Africa??

2/21/2025
Chris discusses the ineffectiveness of foreign aid to Africa, arguing that it often leads to the creation of kleptocracies and does not address the root causes of poverty. He emphasizes the need for a shift in approach, advocating for the export of capitalism as a more effective solution to help impoverished nations. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Duration:00:05:53

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Stock Market Cappuccino

2/20/2025
Is the stock market in cappuccino mode? You bet—there’s talk of froth everywhere, and a lot of people are getting nervous. The Wall Street Journal’s buzzing about how individual investors are turning bearish, scanning the horizon for signs of market froth—those bubbly, overinflated prices that could pop any minute. But here’s the reality: more often than not, there’s going to be some froth somewhere in the market. Prices get ahead of themselves—it happens. Things like the tech sector can start looking a little too foamy for comfort. So, what do you do? Here at Watchdog on Wall Street, we’ve been hammering this home for years: you’re not going to go poor taking a profit. That’s right—don’t let greed keep you hanging on for ‘just a little more.’ A lot of folks out there are terrified to sell because they think, ‘Oh, I can make so much more; this stock’s going higher!’ But do you know that? Because I sure don’t—no one does. I might have a position in my portfolio that’s shot up an extraordinary amount. I still love the company, think it’s a great business with solid growth ahead, but you don’t know what’s lurking around the corner. That’s why you take some money off the table. That’s why you reallocate those gains into other parts of your portfolio that aren’t so frothy—safer bets, less bubbly sectors. You see these pundits on TV, strutting around with their arrogance, acting like they’ve got the future all figured out? They don’t know squat. Nobody does. The best you can do is make an educated guess, and a good portfolio manager hedges their bets.So, if your positions—like maybe in that frothy tech sector—are getting a little too hot, too bubbly, do yourself a favor: take some money off the table, reallocate, and move on. Don’t gamble with your future. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Duration:00:04:06

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Holding and Folding

2/20/2025
From Robinhood to crypto and one-day options, high-risk trading is fine if you can afford to lose, like David Portnoy. But don’t let risk ruin you. Treat speculation like bar money—spent and gone. Trade smart, not to prosperity. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Duration:00:03:38

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Quantum Magic!

2/20/2025
Microsoft’s quantum computing breakthrough unveils a new state of matter with topo conductors. The Majorana One chip, a quantum processing unit, uses tiny, fast, reliable qubits—1/100th of a millimeter—paving the way for a million-qubit processor. One palm-sized chip could outpower all computers on Earth combined, cracking encryption, revolutionizing disease research, and hinting at a multiverse. Bigger than AI. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Duration:00:03:44

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Zelensky a Dictator??

2/20/2025
Zelensky’s picking a fight with Trump and the U.S.—big mistake when Europe’s offering nothing but empty promises. Trump calls him a dictator. Is he? Sixth year of a five-year term, martial law since 2022, no elections, 11 parties banned, media censored into one state outlet, journalists jailed or sent to fight. If it quacks like a duck, it’s a duck. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Duration:00:03:19

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Nobody Should Have Job Security!

2/20/2025
Nobody should have job security—corporate execs with golden parachutes, college coaches, MLB players, government workers, teachers with tenure—all breed garbage. No fear of losing your job? No incentive to excel. Job security isn’t in the Constitution. Bust your ass or get replaced. Public sector perks outshine private sector—ridiculous. Healthy fear drives success. Disagree? Move to France. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Duration:00:03:55

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Boeing Is a Lost Cause!

2/20/2025
Boeing is losing to Airbus, and it’s our own fault. From planes falling apart to delayed Air Force One deliveries (now pushed to 2029), Boeing’s a mess. Trump’s furious, calling it a lost cause. Markowski agrees—break up Boeing, spin off the defense business, and fire the deep-state accountants ruining this American company. Meanwhile, Airbus’ new A321XLR (11-hour range, 220 passengers) is dominating with 500 orders. Too big to fail? Garbage. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Duration:00:04:51

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Another Victim of the Watchdog Deadpool

2/19/2025
Chris delivers a no-holds-barred rant on Nikola’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing—calling it the “Deadpool” of failed disruptor companies. Markowski explains how Nikola’s business plan, once valued higher than Ford, is a classic example of overhyped, unsustainable ventures destined to crash. He shares his proven track record of picking losers and warns investors about the dangers of inflated valuations and reckless hype. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Duration:00:04:51

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3 OUCH!! Americans Rack Up Record Credit Card Debt!

2/19/2025
Chris rants about America’s mounting credit card debt—now over $1.17 trillion—and the fiscal irresponsibility that’s trapping households in a cycle of debt. He breaks down how excessive borrowing, high interest rates, and government waste are affecting everyday Americans, and he challenges viewers to get their financial act together. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Duration:00:08:22

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How We Built Markowski Investments

2/19/2025
Discover the secrets behind building Markowski Investments over 30 years in this insightful video with Christopher Markowski. Learn about the grind, the sacrifices, and the unique strategies like focusing on a niche and providing top-tier service to all clients, not just the wealthy. Markowski shares lessons on avoiding common business pitfalls, the importance of understanding your business's core strengths, and managing work-life balance. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or interested in financial services, this episode offers valuable advice from real-world experience. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Duration:00:14:41

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FAFO Markowski Style

2/19/2025
Watchdog on Wall Street’s FAFO Markowski style is here! Christopher Markowski explains how Markowski Investments built their family business on a zero-tolerance policy for bull excrement and disrespect. Discover how decades of hard work, honesty, and commitment to exceptional service set them apart in the investment world. If you value straightforward advice and real results, this is a must-listen. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Duration:00:05:15

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Trump Needs To Wary of Republicans

2/18/2025
Chris delivers an unfiltered deep dive into vaccine accountability and COVID policy controversies featured on the Piers Morgan Show. In this video, he recalls the infamous “scarf queen” segment and questions why figures like Fauci and Dr. Walensky aren’t held accountable for their role in the controversial vaccine mandate rollout. Markowski challenges the official narrative, demands transparency, and calls for real accountability in our government’s COVID response. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Duration:00:07:22

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The Scarf Queen Lied About Everything!

2/18/2025
Chris breaks down a revealing clip from the Piers Morgan Show featuring "the scarf queen" (Dr. Deborah Birxs). Markowski revisits controversial vaccine claims and questions why key figures like Fauci and Walensky remain unaccountable. He challenges mainstream narratives and calls for figures like Rand Paul to expose the truth behind COVID mandates and the vaccine rollout. Join him as he uncovers inconsistencies and demands accountability from our government and media. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Duration:00:02:55

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The World is a Vampire!

2/18/2025
Chris exposes the hidden cost of government spending and deep state corruption. He reveals how mismanaged Social Security funds and federal bonds have drained taxpayer dollars, and explains that our benefits could be 2.5 times larger if handled differently. Markowski challenges the political elites and media for pushing misleading narratives, and argues that a true conservative economic vision is urgently needed to end waste and restore accountability. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Duration:00:11:07

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Ending a War vs. A Photo Op

2/18/2025
Chris dives into the evolving geopolitical landscape as Europe faces an internal crisis. He examines how European leaders, caught between U.S. pressure and their own soft defense postures, are struggling to balance fiscal priorities with national security. Markowski critiques the EU’s leadership—from elite figures in Brussels to superficial photo ops—and warns that without tougher reforms, existential threats like Russian aggression could destabilize the region. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Duration:00:19:11

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Deep State Exodus…D.C. Real Estate Collapse!

2/17/2025
Chris exposes Washington DC’s deep state waste and corruption—from the collapsing DC real estate market to outrageous nonprofit executive salaries at the Kennedy Center and beyond. He reveals how massive government contracts, offshore accounts, and exorbitant speaker fees are draining taxpayer dollars, while local deep state cronies thrive. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Duration:00:08:33

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Mainstream Media Hits New Low

2/17/2025
Chris exposes the absurdity of mainstream media’s biased narratives—taking aim at Margaret Brennan’s claim that free speech "caused the Holocaust" and highlighting how figures like Marco Rubio dismantled her argument. He also rants about chaotic USAID layoffs, hypocritical tweets, and the stubborn willful ignorance that keeps us trapped in a distorted reality. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Duration:00:05:37

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The NFL ABUSES This Tax Loophole to Steal BILLIONS

2/17/2025
Chris explains why NFL franchises are treated like a "black box" asset—constantly rising in value despite operating at a loss. He breaks down how tax benefits, amortization, and collateral use make owning a sports franchise a license to print money, drawing parallels to private equity strategies. Plus, he notes Trump’s plans to end special tax treatments for these franchises. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Duration:00:07:28

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Germany Brings Back the Stasi!

2/17/2025
Chris is outraged by a recent 60 Minutes segment from Germany that he compares to a modern-day Stasi operation. He exposes how German authorities are collecting data on citizens' online activities—enforcing censorship reminiscent of autocratic regimes—and contrasts it with the free speech values we cherish in America. Markowski also recommends the German film The Lives of Others to illustrate life under oppressive surveillance. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Duration:00:04:14