This week, Jake McClure flies solo while Jeff enjoys the North Carolina mountains—but don’t worry, the insights are just as sharp. In this episode, Jake dives into the economic whirlwind of the week: a 13% spike in oil prices thanks to escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, the curious case of inflation hiding in plain sight (hint: check your toy aisle), and why the bond market is the quiet giant you should be watching.

Expect a masterclass in market behavior, a breakdown of the “Big Beautiful Bill” and its trillion-dollar implications, and a surprisingly deep economic lesson from a Transformer toy. Jake also tackles the political theater around tariffs, the debt ceiling, and why AI might be both the villain and the hero of the job market.

If you like your financial commentary with a side of Shakespeare, a dash of sarcasm, and a whole lot of clarity, this episode is for you.

This episode was recorded on June 13th, 2025.

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