The Fed says it’s “flying blind,” but somehow keeps reaching for the autopilot. In this episode of The Higher Standard, Chris, Saied, and Rajeil break down the latest 25-basis-point rate cut and the confusing logic behind Jerome Powell’s “data-driven” decision-making... made without, well… the data. From the Beige Book to balance-sheet shrinkage (and yes, the jokes write themselves), the guys dissect how the Fed’s moves are shaping jobs, mortgages, and the markets. All while Powell looks like he’s literally in bed with A.I.

➡️ Picture J.P. himself, post-press conference, lounging in a robe, cigarette in hand, with a grinning robot by his side. It’s the perfect metaphor for an economy seduced by artificial intelligence and easy money. Meanwhile the rest of us wonder who’s really in control. The team dives into the absurdity, the economics, and the existential dread of our new robot overlords, all with the wit, sarcasm, and brutal honesty only The Higher Standard can deliver.

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Fed Cuts Rates by Another Quarter Point, but Future Cuts Are ‘Far From’ Certain (The Wall Street Journal)

Repo and Reverse Repo Agreements (Federal Reserve Bank of New York)

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The red flags are flying high... and no, we’re not talking about your ex. In this episode, Chris and Saied take a brutally honest look at the economic signals that everyone seems determined to ignore. (The Fighting Fijian, Rajeil was on leave for this episode.) From inflation’s sneaky comeback to the quiet unraveling of corporate debt, they break down the numbers, the narratives, and the nonsense behind America’s “everything is fine” façade. If you think the Fed has this under control, buckle up... because history says otherwise.

➡️ But this isn’t your average doomscroll session. The guys go beyond the headlines to unpack how these warning signs actually affect you: your job, your mortgage, your portfolio, and your peace of mind. Expect laughs, data, and the kind of truth bombs only The Higher Standard delivers. It’s real talk about the economy without the jargon, hype, or 'hopium'... just a clear-eyed look at the meltdown we might already be living through.

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Regional bank stocks are sliding again (EndGame Macro via X)

The alleged ‘sweeping betrayal of trust’ that rocked Zions bank and spooked Wall Street (CNBC)

More Americans are falling behind on their auto loan payments. Here's why. (CBS News)

Percentage home price declines from their respective highs in prior years (Darth Powell via X)

Gold climbs on rate-cut bets, broader uncertainty; investors eye US-China trade talks (Reuters)

Disney Needs One Franchise To Return After Tron: Ares' Box Office Failure (Screen Rant)

Why are many of the year’s buzziest films failing to make a profit at the box office? (Variety)

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When someone looks too good to be true online, they probably are! And we’re putting that theory to the test. In this episode, Chris, Saied, and Rajeil invite listeners to submit the Instagram handles of “professionals” who might just be full-time finessers in disguise. From fake real estate moguls to lifestyle coaches with mysteriously rented Lambos, the crew breaks down how to spot a scammer before your wallet does.

➡️ But this isn’t just about calling out nonsense, it’s about teaching you how to separate the signal from the scam. The hosts dissect why so many people fall for polished frauds, the psychology of digital deception, and how clout has become the new currency of credibility. It’s part social experiment, part financial intervention, and fully hilarious.

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