Alternate Visions - 11.21.25 - Financial Bubbles Become More Volatile & Fragile + Latest on Ukraine and Venezuela

Alternate Visions - 11.21.25 - Financial Bubbles Become More Volatile & Fragile + Latest on Ukraine and Venezuela

Author: Progressive Radio Network November 21, 2025 Duration: 59:04
Today's show goes into more depth discussion on the topic of financial asset bubbles churning in recent days: Bitcoin, Gold, Stocks, AI as cryptos fall 30% and warnings appear in high places (Dimon, Google, etc) about AI bubble. Hedge funds, auto, credit cards, CRE, private credit, bankruptcies, junk bonds, leveraged loans, etc. in trouble. The show updates latest Ukraine war with Trump's new 28 pt. Plan and Venezuela attack approaches. No invasion a la Vietnam but bombing, regime change, decapitation strikes likely. 

Tune in to Alternative Visions for a clear-eyed analysis of our turbulent economic times, hosted by economist Dr. Jack Rasmus. This isn't about surface-level financial news; it's a deep, structural examination of the persistent crises shaping both the U.S. and the world economy. Each episode digs into the root causes of instability, from shifting labor markets and debt dynamics to the disruptive forces of new technology and policy decisions. You'll hear a perspective that connects dots often left unconnected in mainstream discourse, offering a framework to understand not just what's happening, but why it matters for the future. Produced by the Progressive Radio Network, the podcast provides a consistent, critical voice in a landscape of rapid change, making complex economic forces accessible and relevant. For anyone trying to navigate the uncertainties of modern finance, work, and technology, these conversations are an essential resource.
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