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The Financial Exchange Show

The Financial Exchange Network

A talk radio show that provides comprehensive analysis on the economy and the latest breaking business news, while also providing insight on the markets and its impact on your personal finances.

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38:31

President Trump tweets about China being 'hostile',...

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2025/10/10

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the stunning drop in markets in reaction to President Trump's tweet about China and canceling a meeting with President Xi. Tripp Mickle (New York Times) joins the show to talk about Intel's big bet. Insurers prepare for wave of First Brands claims. Americans are falling behind on their car payments. Paul LaMonica (Barron's) stops by for a chat about Gemini's first few months on markets.

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38:32

Concerns about AI are not showing up in markets right...

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2025/10/10

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss how AI concerns from the media and public have yet to show up in markets. What other areas of the economy are concerning? Government recalls workers to produce key inflation report. Shutdown pain ripples through the US economy with no deal in sight. China's rare-earth escalation threatens trade talks. Is China using a workaround to buy Nvidia chips? Bessent's big gamble on Argentina has a narrow path to pay off.

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38:31

AI Can Transform the Economy and Still Be a Bubble

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2025/10/09

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the ongoing government shutdown and how air travel disruptions are adding pressure. AI can transform the economy and still be a bubble. What are the downsides of a 30-year mortgage? Even Tesla fans are slamming the EV makers cheaper models. Startups are staying private longer thanks to alternative capital. Jamie Dimon says there’s a 30% chance of a correction: ‘I’m far more worried than others’

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38:31

Are financial conditions actually too tight right now?

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2025/10/09

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss financial conditions actually being too tight right now. Q3 earnings are anticipated to show growth of 8%. Fed minutes reveal divide over outlook for interest-rate cuts. First Brands bankruptcy damage spreads to Jefferies, UBS. Is the auto industry going through what the housing market went through in 2007. Who’s going to ‘Eat’ Tariffs? Not US shoppers. Why carmakers are falling back in love with petrol.

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38:32

Why has gold been on a stunning rise this year?

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2025/10/08

Chuck Zodda and Marc Fandetti discuss the new Wall Street trade that is powering gold and hitting currencies. Why it doesn't take much for gold to move up. Is it time to brace for a market melt-up? Homeowners are pouning on the tiniest drop in mortgage rates. Is the bankruptcy of First Brands reminding anyone of 2007?

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15:35

Ask Todd: When does gifting assets make sense for...

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2025/10/08

This week, Todd Lutsky explains when it makes sense to include gifting assets in your estate plan. Todd also takes questions from the audience about switching from revocable to irrevocable, withdrawing money from a bank account in a trust, and selling inherited property.

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38:35

Businesses are already feeling shutdown pain

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2025/10/08

Chuck Zodda and Marc Fandetti discuss the unofficial jobs numbers are in and it's rough out there. Businesses are already feeling shutdown pain. Todd Lutsky joins the show for Ask Todd. This week, Todd explains when it makes sense to and not to gift assets.

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38:32

Always remember that gold is not a risk-free asset

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2025/10/07

Mike Armstrong and Marc Fandetti discuss how AMD came from behind to mount a challenge in the AI chip wars. Reminder: Gold is not a risk-free asset. Earnings are coming. Wall Street hopes strong profits can keep the market rally going. Emerging markets roar back with biggest stock rally in 15 years. Why your S&P 500 index fund might be more risky than the internet bubble.

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38:31

Costs related to AI are getting out of control

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2025/10/07

Mike Armstrong and Marc Fandetti discuss the costs associated with AI projects are soaring. Fed's Mary Daly says AI bubble wouldn't hurt financial stability. Where are we now compared to previous market crashes? A devastating fire at a major Ford supplier is just another dent in the auto industry. US banks missed that warning signs on Tricolor. Massachusetts employer confidence dips again.

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38:32

The Housing Markets Great Migration

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2025/10/06

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the ongoing power shift in the housing market. Where are buyers getting good deals? Amazon's October Prime Days start Tuesday. It's an early test for the holidays. The youth crisis is really about to the rise of the NEETs. Stabucks's roller coaster week of job cuts and store closures.

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38:33

Did OpenAI Just Betray Nvidia for AMD?

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2025/10/06

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss OpenAI and AMD announce massive computing deal. Did OpenAI just stab Nvidia in the back? More Americans are warming up to the idea of nuclear power in their community. Why delaying your Social Security benefits may not make sense. 80% of workers say they're making little or no progress saving for retirement. Are we in a recession? Yes, if you live in one of these states. Will 2026 be the year of the used EV?

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38:31

Jeff Bezos warns of an AI industrial bubble

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2025/10/03

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss AI data centers sending power bills soaring. What are the benefits of having a data center near you? Jess Bezos says AI is in an industrial bubble but society will get 'gigantic' benefits from the tech. Boeing likely to record billions in charges over 777X debut delay. Paul LaMonica (Barron's) joins the show to chat about pest control company that is AI proof.

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38:33

What does AI think about the unreleased jobs report?

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2025/10/03

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the lack of a weekly jobs report so they turn to AI to get the answers they are looking for. How long with the government shutdown last? Behind job weakness are hints of a productivity revival. Why the stock market keeps going up - even during a government shutdown. Maybe the Fed shouldn't be cutting interest rates. LA's entertainment economy is looking like a disaster movie.

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38:32

The Collapse of First Brands need far more attention

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2025/10/02

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong are concerned there is not being enough attention paid to the collapse of First Brands, why the company found itself in its current mess, and if this is a bigger problem brewing. Luke Kawa (Sherwood News) joins the show to share what is driving the recent market rally. Taiwan rejects U.S. proposal for ’50-50′ chip production, says trade talks focused on tariffs.

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38:32

Is Baby Boomer spending the only thing keeping up the...

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2025/10/02

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the different causes of the labor market flattening out. Is Baby Boomer spending the only thing keeping up the economy? What happens to the economy if asset prices are the consumer driver? OpenAI is will be either a trillion dollar company or nothing. Student loan debt is strangling Gen X.

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38:31

Is the US dollar losing safehaven status?

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2025/10/01

Chuck Zodda and Marc Fandetti discuss the US dollar losing its safehaven status as governments gobble up gold. How Nvidia's Jensen Huang became AI's global salesman. Meta launches Vibes: a new way to discover and create terrible AI videos. AI is not killing jobs, US study finds. Boeing's 737 Max replacement will be make-or-break.

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37:38

How markets typically react to government shutdowns

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2025/10/01

Chuck Zodda and Marc Fandetti discuss what to expect from the latest government shutdown. How do markets trend during government shutdowns? Shotdown puts a divided Fed in a perilous position. Todd Lutsky joins the show to share his expertise on making the most of gifting assets.

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15:42

Ask Todd: Making the most of gifting assets

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2025/10/01

Todd Lutsky shares his expertise on making the most of gifting assets, understanding the different ways of gifting, and deciding which assets should be gifted.

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38:30

Why your electric bill keeps rising

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2025/09/30

Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane explain why your electric keeps rising. Jessica Caldwell, Head of Insights at Edmunds, joins the show to share the Q3 new car sales forecast. Why GM boss Mary Barra is slamming the brakes on lofty EV ambitions. Investors are fretting that the stock market rally is on borrowed time. McDonald's is bringing back Monopoly after a decade.

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38:32

How government shutdowns affect the US economy

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2025/09/30

Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane discuss the release of the JOLTS report that showed job openings slightly exceeded forecasts. How government shutdowns affect the US economy. US economy will only get murkier if key data is delayed in shutdown. Rise of 'accidental landlords' is bad news for investors who bet big on rentals. Exxon to cut 2,000 jobs in global restructuring. Gen X is about to face the biggest Social Security decision.

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