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Censorship, Resistance, & The Creation of an Immutable History
Large tech companies have begun censoring content, and it couldn't be a more dangerous time for freedom of information to go missing. So what can be done about it? Decentralization applies beyond the realm of finance.
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Did China Release This On Purpose For Economic Take Over?
Did China Release This On Purpose For Economic Take Over?
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Is The U.S Power Grid and Infrastructure Next To Fall?
Is The U.S Power Grid and Infrastructure Next To Fall?
Elon Loses It AGAIN, Toilet Paper Psyop & Global Economic MELTDOWN
Today, Luke and Tim dive into global economic events that lead them to believe that not only is the US economy crumbling before our eyes, but so is the larger global economy. Topics discussed today include:
Trade War with China
*Supply Chain Break Down
*Toilet Paper Psyop
*Elon Musk's Bizarre Twitter Rantings
*Canada's latest gun laws
*and
so much more! So what's the answer to resolving the many issues the world is currently facing? Decentralization, of course!
Remember to always take care of yourselves and love each other!
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The Supply Chain Is BREAKING! Don't Run Out of Food.
In this video, Luke and Tim get into the issues in the food supply chain that face America now.
How will people eat? And what can you do now that will help prepare you for the imminent shortages?
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LOCKDOWN: End It or Extend It? What Does That Mean for Your Money?
In the US, it appears as though the lockdown will soon be ending, but how long will it be before things go "back to normal?" Luke and Tim dive into the ever-intensifying debate between economists and world leaders about how long it will take to recover from the economic devastation brought on by the sickness.
The guys dive into the discussion, debating various perspectives and positions and comparing them to historic situations. Do more people suffer as a result of a force closed global economy or is the lockdown necessary to protect human lives?
Let us know in the comments and always remember to love each other.
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If You Want To Rob The World, Buy A Bank.
In this episode, special guest, researcher, and author Etienne de la Boutie 2 weighs in with Tim on the days economic and MSM events including:
Stimulus
Unemployment
Infringement on Rights
Highway robbery
& so much more!
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The "Official" Numbers Are A Lie! The Actual Numbers Are A Lot Bigger
The "Official" Numbers Are A Lie! The Actual Numbers Are A Lot Bigger
Money Won't Be Worth the Paper It's Printed On: Bailouts, Oil & Gold
After yesterday's historic oil price collapse, Luke and Tim get into why the exact opposite of what happened with oil yesterday could happen with gold in the near future.
With all of the added bailouts and stimulus, it's not a question of if but when money won't be worth the paper it's printed on.
Are you abreast of all of the recent financial developments and how to stay above water on a sinking ship? Fear not! Just watch or listen in to Change The News.
Oil Price PLUMMETS. What Does that Mean for You?
Luke and Tim dive into the INSANE news that the price of oil has plummeted, but what does that mean for the broader economy? And how will it impact you?
Stick around while the guys discuss all this and more of the latest economic developments.
Why America Went To WAR With A Plant (Hint: It's About Money)
In a clip from an earlier live stream, Luke and Tim dive into the history of America's war on drugs, starting with cannabis.
So what's the real reason for marijuana's prohibition? Who profited most and who is profiting now?
Will There Be Bank Runs???
Will There Be Bank Runs???
The Government Should NOT Be Doing This RIGHT NOW
The Government Should NOT Be Doing This RIGHT NOW
LIVE: Do You Hear the People Sing? Wait. What About My Money?
Will the people rise against oppression? Or are the temporary measures to restrict rights in place to protect them?
Tim, John Sneisen, and Chris Karabats go live to talk about the day's social, political, and economic happenings and how they might affect your daily life.
For questions, stay tuned to the end. They're doing a live Q&A.
CONgresswomen Rashida Tlaib Reintroduces Digital Dollar and Others Propose $2000 / month UBI
Congresswomen Rashida Tlaib proposes $2k/ month universal basic income in the form of a digital dollar.
The guys discuss this as well as all the other economic news.
In part two of their earlier live stream, Tim with recurring guests John Sneisen (The Economic Truth) & Chris Karabats discuss the reintroduction of a bill to issue Americans $2k/month while we recover from the economic crisis adjacent to the illness. But what could that mean for your freedoms, liberties, and the purchasing power of your dollar?
What Comes Next? To Protest or Not To Protest?
From their live stream earlier today, Tim and guests John Sneisen (The Economic Truth), Chris Karabats, and Dan Dicks delve into the latest saga in developing American history.
To protest or not to protest?
Should Americans' constitutional right to freely assemble be interrupted to protect public health? And how far should that go?
Luke Takes on the Trolls: Responding to Questions and Accusations
In this clip from our live video earlier, Luke and Tim answer live questions from the YouTube audience. These include:
questions about the price of gold and silver
questions about the value in the price of alternative currencies & commodities
*accusations from World Alt Media that range from personal to professional but are all in good fun.
If you'd like to view the live stream, please view our episode from earlier today.
How Will It Look Behind the Scenes As Things "Go Back to Normal"?
In this segment from the live stream earlier today, Luke and Tim into crazy economic news. Following the social and political, which indicate that some states will re-open their in under two weeks, but what longer-term damage has been done to the markets and to your freedoms?
The guys can only theorize based on their individual levels of research and expertise. We encourage everyone to always Do Your Own Research. And love each other!!!!
'LIBERATE' Michigan, Virginia and Minnesota
'LIBERATE' Michigan, Virginia and Minnesota
22 Million Americans Unemployed. Will US Bailout Humans Now? Nah!
From an earlier livestream on We Are Change, in this segment, Luke and Tim address the day's economic developments.
Another 5.2 million Americans have filed for unemployment, bringing the total jobless to over 22 million, and that doesn't even account for those who work in the gig economy.
How do they calculate these numbers anyway?
Is the World's Richest Man's Dark Past Catching Up with Him?
In a segment from the earlier We Are Change livestream, Luke and Tim dive into one of our time's most pressing but least understood areas: the ultra-elite, with the world's richest man at the helm.
So what lies in the technocrat's history that could impact our present and his vision for humanity's future?
Find out, right now.
Stimulus Checks: Fact vs Fiction
Luke and Tim dive into the day's economic developments.
Stimulus checks start being deposited today.
Is the app to track the stimulus as troublesome as the funds themselves?
US Industrial production crash
Debunking Myths about Stimulus
Goldman anticipates economic downturn 4x worse than housing crisis
Homebuilder confidence dives
Bank of America Profits Plunge 45%
25% Michigan's workforce files for unemployment
China testing Digital Yuan in. 4 Cities
Thanks for watching Change The News. Remember to take care of yourselves and each other.
WHO Lost the Power?
Luke and Tim get into more crazy news for the day, focusing on the debate about the president cutting funding from the WHO.
Blaming the WHO
CDC Director vs President
Cutting funding for the WHO
China delayed responses 6 days
Did China's leader intentionally sicken the world?
WHO Demands lockdowns in Sweden
$500 fines for church
and so much more!
Thanks for watching Change The News. Always remember to love each other and yourselves.
Let's Not Forget: Cui Bono. Who Benefits? Follow the Money
Luke and Tim dive into the economics news for the last couple of days. Discrepancies between finance authorities abound, but are we headed for the next great depression? Or will this be just a blip on the radar?
COMMANDER in Chief: You Have No Rights. Amendment X.
Luke and Tim get into the debate between federal government and states' rights, all the way down to the individual level. It's a fascinating debate. Who has the power?
A War of Words: World Leaders Face Off on Twitter???
Watch Luke and Tim discuss the ongoing war of the words between world leaders.
Is Twitter really an indicator of whether a government official is getting fired?
So whose side of this debate are you on?
Love and take care of yourselves and each other.
This Makes My Blood BOIL! It's Getting Ridiculous.
Luke and Tim dive into the latest news about worldwide police efforts to curve the spread of the sickness.
YT Link:https://youtu.be/QTpRPp4_ZQA
On this special Easter Show, Tim Picciott and John Sneisen are covering for Luke and are joined by Kirk Chisholm.
Kirk is recognized as being one of the most influential advisors in the country and today he brings his expertise and wisdom of the markets to the show.
Topics they cover:Is this a new bull market?What Kirk thinks about Modern Portfolio Theory
The guys then did a liveshow with Kirk on Tim's channel that went much deeper into the Federal Reserve's new lending facilities as well as an in depth discussion on the Care's act.
You can find that by searching Tim Picciott -The Liberty Advisor
Happy Easter Everyone!
The Fed Will Start Buying Junk Bonds as Unemployment SOARS!!!
In today's unprecedented economic news, Luke and Tim explain why the stock market is not the economy.
There are other factors that include:
*Unemployment
*The Federal Reserve's actions
*The Bond Market
*Oil
*And more
Papers, Please? You Won't BELIEVE Their Plans
Sometimes the information is so upsetting that words are not enough. So watch and listen as Luke and Tim get into what global citizens can expect in the coming months.
POTUS Wants YOU to Vote Republican in November. Will You?
Today Luke and Tim jump into the breaking news that one democratic candidate has suspended his bid for the 2020 presidential election.
In light of the news, the US President is enticing those who planned to vote for his rival to join the Republican party and vote for him instead , but will it work? Has the incumbent sealed the 2020 election? Not yet!
Stay tuned for more from Change The News.
House Democrats Block Plan to Print Another $2 Trillion
In today's economic news, POTUS proposed ANOTHER $2 trillion bill to bring jobs and stimulate the economy. Yet many democrats oppose the bill.
As we've been saying for months, the government overreach and economic effects of locking down the world economy are potentially far worse than the effects of the sickness itself.
In the end, the guys suggest that it may be time to start using an alternate currency, one not issued by the government or central banks. But what could that be?
Thank you so much for tuning in for another episode of Tin Foil Hat with Sam Tripoli. This episode I do a swapcast with the Conspiracy Farm's Pat Miletich and Jeffery Wilson plus the Liberty Advisor Tim Picciott and we discuss Trump and the Federal Reserve! There are a ton of truth bombs in this episode. Thank you so much for your support.
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Is The Universal Basic Income Unavoidable At This Point?
In this video, Luke and Tim go over the global push towards UBI or universal basic income.
Welcome to Dystopia. A $1000 Fine for Walking on the Beach?!
Life is a Beach. Wait, no, it's not, because now you aren't even allowed to walk on the beach without getting fined up to $1000.
In this video, Luke and Tim go over the growing police state both publicly and privately.
From the private aspect, the guys cover Amazon's latest initiative where they will fire you after 1 warning for not properly social distancing... whilst at work.
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The IMF Eyes World Domination as US Heads into Great Depression
Today, Luke and Tim dive straight in to the financial news that will likely impact the global economy for years to come.
Those topics include:
Steven Moore's warning that the US is heading into a depression
The federal reserve paints themselves as the unsung hero of the crisis.
Unemployment
Janet Yellen's warnings
The IMF's moves toward global hegemony
and so much more
Please do stick around for our next video out later today all about the stock market and if the recovery seen today indicates the start of another bull cycle or is just a dead cat bounce.
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As always, we remind you to love each other.
Stock Market Recovery Or Just A Dead Cat Bounce?
In our second recording today, Luke and Tim pick up right where they left off in the previous video: with the stock market's soaring recovery... or is it?
As stock prices reach near season highs, the dow soars, and the virus seems to slow, will the economy rebound bigger and better than ever as Trump and his cronies predict? Or is this recovery merely a dead cat bounce?
It's too soon to know with any certainty, but after analyzing the news, Luke and Tim think this is just a dead cat bounce. Here's why:
Fed Chair Jerome Powell says there will be universal testing for the virus.
Officials suggest that Americans will wear badges with their test status.
Ongoing uncertainty
Former Fed Chair Janet Yellen says this will be catastrophic.
Schilling says the stock market is far from the bottom.
And so much more
So are we in a new bull market? Only time will tell for sure, but we don't think so.
This is a Dystopian Nightmare. What Did Trump Do to the Fed?
Is President Donald Trump the new Fed chair?
Today, Tim Picciott and guest Chris Karabats discuss the news that many are heralding as the end of the federal reserve as we know it. But should we be celebrating? Tim and Chris don't think so, and here's why:
Estimates for the fed's balance sheet by the end of April range from $7-$10 Trillion.
All of the same people are still in charge including Steven Mnuchin and Goldman Sachs.
Q, Quanon's predictions aren't correct.
As Tim says, "You live and die by the sword, and the sword is the economy."
Will Trump be re-elected?
All this and more.
Thanks for tuning in, please check out our next video a little later today all about the Saudi Russia Deal falling through and stock market expectations for opening tomorrow. Please remember to tell your family and friends about us, watch our other episodes, like, comment, subscribe, and hit that notification bell so you never miss another episode of Change The News.
As always, we invite you to be the change you want to see in the world, and always love each other.
The Domino Affect: Oil & The Stock Market Are Going DOWN!!!
In our second video of the day, Tim Picciott and guest Chris Karabats get into the nitty gritty of the day's financial news with the hopes of providing clarity about what's going to happen in the market tomorrow.
Topics include:
The Saudi-Russia Deal
Oil face collapse
Monday OPEC meeting
Bailouts
Ford & Cash for Clunkers
Lockdown
Worldwide government overreach
Sweden
Projected 32% unemployment
Joe Rogan
and so much more!
Thanks so much for tuning into another episode of Change The News. Please check out our other content, here and on We Are Change & The Liberty Advisor. Please like, comment, subscribe, and hit that notification bell so you never miss another update from Change The News.
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Former Federal Reserve Chair Bernanke Set to Benefit Greatly from Crisis
Luke and John Sneisen dive straight into the day's economic news, and today the biggest story is about former Federal Reserve Chair Ben Bernanke.
Bernanke, who is now CEO of the hedge fund Citadel, which received a bailout in 2008 and is about to be bailed out with tax payer dollars again, paid himself a whopping $435,000/hour. Meanwhile, the banksters at the IMF are now claiming (we think absurdly) that the fallout from the virus will be worse than the economic fallout. What do you think?
As the government and the federal reserve race to bailout the richest Americans, the poorest are already forming lines for bread, but are we heading for a depression?
Economic historian John Sneisen weighs in saying, in 2008 all we did was disguise the already imminent depression. Unfortunately, this time the bailouts are so much larger, and Americans should brace for the worst.
Additional topics the guys touch on in this video include:
QE (Quantitative Easing)
Small business Loans
Proposed 50% tax on firearms and ammunition
Europe's virus bond program
Corporate Debt
Global government overreach
And so much more
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How Far Will the Government Go to Enforce Quarantine? The SHOCKING Truth
How Far Will the Government Go to Enforce Quarantine? The Answer Might SHOCK you!
Today, Luke, Tim, and frequent guest John Sneisen (The Economic Truth) dive into the day's social and political news. For our daily economic news update, please see our livestream from earlier today.
First, the guys discuss the molecular biologist who says this sickness could have leaked from a bio lab. So is the illness natural or did it come from a bio lab? Listen as the guys weigh in with their opinions and how they support them.
Next, they discuss the extent law enforcement around the world is going to enforce quarantine and stomp out basic rights. For example, in the UK, police officers on drones are shaming people for being out alone in nature. Elsewhere, people are being fined for driving in their cars. And in the most radical measure thus far, Rodrigo Duterte - President of Philippines - ordered police and military to kill citizens who defy lockdown orders. The guys remind viewers to be wary because this is what authoritarians want.
Finally, they dive into some brighter news: The reemergence of a barter system using social media, apps, and actual communities! After seeing the various ways in which humans are banding together, why do people think things would fall apart without a government? People are taking care of themselves and each other, while governments are restricting the sale of essential items that enable self-reliance.
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LIVE: The US is Sliding Into a DEPRESSION. Here's Why.
Unprecedented Trillion Dollars Plus More & More & More
Luke, Tim, and recurring guest John Sneisen (The Economic Truth) dive into the day's CRAZY economic news and how that ties in with social and political happenings.
Those topics include:
Unemployment
Small Business Bailout Disaster
CBO Expects 10% Unemployment
Fed’s Balance Sheet Hits $6 Trillion
30% of Mortgages Will Default
US Treasury Balance Hits All-Time High
Is the Dollar’s Outlook Stable?
Who Could Benefit from Quantitative Easing?
Will Your Favorite Restaurant Re-Open?
New York’s Unemployment Fund Runs Dry
The End of Cash?
Stock Market to Drop Another 30%???
Venezuelan Warship Shoots German Cruise Ship
*Tiger King
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This is the Economic RECKONING & It Was Bound to Happen!!!
As the sickness becomes the third leading cause of death in the US, Luke and Tim weigh in on the economic ramifications of the global illness.
These issues include:
the price of oil
the stock market
high-yield junk bonds
Trump's recent geo-political moves
Bailouts for energy companies
and so much more
Stay tuned to Change The News and We Are Change for more about how social and political news impact the economy and how economic news impacts social and political issues around the world. Please do like, comment, subscribe, and hit that notification bell so you never miss another update from Change The News.
As always, we encourage people to do their own research and be nice to each other.
BREAKING: Over 10 Million Americans Now Jobless & the Second Wave is Yet to Come
Luke and Tim dive straight in to the shocking (to some) news that unemployment numbers are far worse than many economists predicted. Last week, 6.6 Million Americas filed for unemployment, and the week prior, 3.3 million filed. That brings the total number of unemployed Americans to 10 million, and that is before the second wave.
What is clear at this point is that our economy will not bounce back by Easter or anytime soon. This crisis is unparalleled. The guys remind us that these are just the initial numbers, some states take 2-3 weeks or longer to process the claims, that number will likely double. April is likely to be far worse as businesses go under and lay off any employees.
Next, the guys discuss gold and silver as a safe haven, the federal reserve's secretive behavior and what they're likely to do next, police pensions, and the draconian state of the world police.
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Everything is NOT Going to Be Okay. This Could Have Been Avoided.
Join us for the Premiere at 3pm EST 4/1/20
In the US and worldwide, the sickness death toll continues to climb, but will government overreach be our savior or will it continue to make things exponentially worse? Luke and Tim's positions are pretty clear, but what's yours? First, the guys dive straight into the days' top news stories, which include:
Rikers Island prisoners being offered $6/hour plus face masks to dig mass graves
Law enforcement being ravaged by the illness
The UK cancels Wimbledon
Mass surveillance & punishments for being in nature
As always, we remind you to take action yourselves, as you cannot count on the government to help or save you.
Then, at the 9 minute mark, Luke and Tim dive into the main story: Why is MSM promoting Bill Gates' plan for prison planet as heroic?
Gates announced he has a plan to quell the contagion & $1 Billion to back it. But does the plan include further government overreach to achieve? You bet! The 3 steps "to save lives and get people back to work" include:
Step 1: Full nationwide shutdown enforced federally
Step 2: Testing: More tests & prioritizing who gets tested
Step 3: More vaccines, which he claims can be developed in 18 months
In Gates’ previous Ted talk about pandemic, he said we need to get the population down to 0 to get the carbon footprint to 0. Gates has also recently supported a plan for satellite surveillance, which would in essence turn the world into a prison planet.
In the end, Luke reminds people that a huge part of the problem with any of this is the reinfection rate of 14-17%. Additionally, it's important to remember that the countries that prioritized money or economy have gotten screwed as will the US.
In the end, we want to ask everyone a single question: Why are we bailing out the 0.1% but we can’t have a national initiative to get people masks?
All that and so much more in this one short video! Stay tuned, and please remember to like, comment, subscribe, and hit that notification bell so you never miss another episode of Change the News.
Peace & Love to All!
Economic Hitmen Seize Control!!
As the fed continues to print trillions and trillions of dollars, the rich continue to profit while the enslaved majority loses the illusion of freedom they once had.
Luke and CFP Tim Picciott dive straight into the day's economic news. Topics include:
The IMF - International Monetary Fund
Trump tells people to brace for a very painful 2 weeks
News of more bailouts of stimulus bills, etc.
World Bank, IMF, Federal Reserve
Ford stock could go to $0
Big globalist companies are recipients of all bailouts and stimulus
In the end, the guys address some of the criticisms from the comments to defend their position: Slavery is the most important issue in the world, and that starts with finance.
As always, we invite you to do your own research and please remember to love each other.
Another $2 TRILLION Bailout Coming!!!
In our daily economic impact report, Luke and Tim dive straight into the days financial headline news.
Topics discussed include:
Has the fed been nationalized by the treasury?
Pensions auto balanced into the stock market
Low Consumer Confidence in the US
Trump's Proposed $2 Trillion MORE in Stimulus
China's Manufacturing Activity
and so much more.
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Trump vs Cuomo & the Struggle for Power in Amazon???
In today's episode of Change the News, Luke and Tim get into headline news dealing worldwide social and political issues.
Today's topics include:
US surging infection rate
CNN Personality Chris Cuomo contracting the virus
Trump's ongoing feud with NY Governor Andrew Cuomo
Amazon's war on their employees
The need to decentralize our lives
Hundreds wait for food in Pittsburgh
and so much more!
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The Government & the Fed Aren't Here to Rescue You!!!
The FED is getting serious about owning the world. In this video, Certified Financial Planner - The Liberty Advisor™ - Tim Picciott breaks down the FED’s trial balloons for owning stock.
Next Tim explains what this means and how they are planning on pulling it off.
This is truly crazy news and is something Tim has expressed concern over for some time now.
In the end, the guys want to remind you that the government, the fed, and big businesses are not here to rescue you. You have to rescue yourself. Get off the sinking ship. End the Fed!
Stick around for more of our videos from Change the News, We are Change, and The Liberty Advisor. And always remember to love each other
Media Caught Faking Footage From Italy, As If It Were From New York
In this video Luke and Tim go over several misleading headlines the media has put out about the health-related c word.
In one such instance, the media even played off footage from an Italian hospital as if it were from NYC!
Pucker Up! The Fed Is Trying To Put Lipstick On A Pig; Leave No Asset Behind
Today, Tim and recurring guest John Sneisen (The Economic Truth) discuss the phrase putting lipstick on a pig and what that means relative to the global economy and the potential end of lock downs in some states.
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The Fed Has Gone WILD!!!
No state or city will be spared. As the infection rate spreads throughout the country, the economic ramifications could be far more severe than the virus itself.
So what’s the craziest, most eye-opening economic news of the day?
The Fed will be buying ETFs. Investors across all markets are racing to sell.
At this pace, the Fed will add $26 Trillion to the balance sheet THIS YEAR.
Actual criminality happening right in front of our eyes from world leaders.
Will the economy recover? Stay tuned for our next episode right after this.
The Economy is Circling the Drain Along w Your Toilet Paper
Watch as Luke, Tim, and economic historian John Sneisen recap the day's most outrageous economic news.
Topics covered include:
UBI/Stimulus
US economy at a standstill
Steve Mnuchin saying everything will go back to normal soon
The possibility of restarting the economy in June
Banker Bailouts
The currency breaking point
Will this be worse than 2008?
And so much more!
Be sure to check out our video from earlier today, and one more after this with a general virus check-in.
Freedom is the Answer. What's the Question?
In our third video of the day, Luke, Tim, and returning guest economic historian John Sneisen dive into the day's news that they hadn't covered in the other videos.
Buckle up! Because this video all boils down to international government overreach.
In the US, Florida police are now stopping cars from New York and screening them for sick passengers. Italy has restricted travel across counties. In Spain, people are restricted from going into their yards. And in the UK, people are being chastised for going on walks in nature. These are but a few examples of the worldwide government overreach that are almost certain to lead humanity into a dystopian future.
Ultimately, the guys conclude: Decentralization, not centralization, is the answer, and that is because freedom is always the answer, regardless of the question.
Thanks so much for watching and please be sure to check out our other videos both here on Change the News and on We Are Change.
The Military is Here & the Government is Taking Over Your Rights!
Extreme measures are now being implemented.
Trump refused to order supplies because business owners revolted, he has now turned a full 180 and invoked the Defense Production Act ordering GM to make ventilators and allowing government to take control of private business.
All this and more with Luke and Tim.
Always, in uncertain times, remember to love each other.
The Economy is Going Down! Will You Go with It?
Things are developing rapidly in the US and around the world.
President Donald Trump is now talking about possibly quarantining all of NYC and parts of Connecticut and New Jersey. Russia is also closing all borders on Monday, and all of that news a greater hit to the economy.
But who will profit from this crisis? Unsurprisingly, Jeff Bezos, Amazon's creator stands to profit handsomely, and that is on top of the $3.4 billion of the stock he sold immediately before the catastrophe. Who else? There is a long list of offenders.
The fed is potentially committing horrendous crimes against humanity. There is now a treasury shortage! Wall Street is getting trillions of dollars in bailouts, while the American people are getting $1200, and many are losing their jobs.
Will things get much worse before they get better? CFP Tim Picciott thinks so. What do you think?
Stay tuned for all that and more economic news from Luke and Tim of Change the News. And remember to practice compassion and love for each other.
This is Not Over. Everyone Just Stay Calm.
There is so much conflicting information out there, it's hard to keep it all straight. Luke and Tim provide their personal expertise and opinions on the conflicting reports on the severity of the world's sickness.
First, New York City Health Commissioner said there is no reason for young, healthy people to miss the city’s upcoming parade DESPITE the fact that the US now leads the world in confirmed cases with NYC as the epicenter.
Next, as many have already heard, PM Boris Johnson tested positive, and Former Labor Prime Minister Gordon Brown called for Global Government. Globalization much?
Italy hasn’t yet reached its peak, and Spain - where the country valued tourist money above a global health concern - reported 769 sickness deaths in a single day.
Experts are saying the virus is likely to cause 81k deaths in the United States within the next four months. De Blasio says New York could stay closed until late May – Also suspects half of NYC’s population will be infected at some point.
The Surgeon General, who did lie about the need for masks, says the pandemic will extend beyond Labor Day. Dr Fauci continues cold war with Trump by casting doubt on Trump’s goal of reopening the country by Easter.
Trump claims CV is less infectious than he thought – Trump says people should prepare to go back to work within the next few days.
Cell Phone Heat Map – researchers showed how people were traveling after the Florida Spring breakers left. Overlaying the maps of those spring breakers’ travel with the maps of the virus spread shows correlation.
New Orleans is likely to become the next outbreak epicenter due to Mardis Gras and spring breakers. Though New York City is hit most severely.
We shouldn’t be rushing to make major decisions. Everything is going to be okay, if we all just take a minute and use logic.
What do you guys think?
The Fed's Cure is Worse Than the Disease
For more on the social and political aspects of what's happening with the illness right now, please see our other video: "This Is Not Over. Everyone Just Stay Calm".
In this video, Luke and Tim dive straight into the day's economic news, and WOW are they animated today!!!!
Topics Include:
The Fed’s Balance Sheet Tops $5 Trillion
A plug for our good friend, John Sneisen – The Economic Truth, whose website is the most up-to-date of anyone we know about.
Zero Hedge – Fall of the Economy
There is No Gold!
Most Photographed Man on Wall Street Peter Tuchman has Virus
Prophylactic Shortage
Toilet paper and condoms are the currencies of the future.
and so much more!
Please remember to stay calm in a crisis, and always treat each other well!
Record Unemployment: People Are Optimistic, but Should They Be?
Record Unemployment. People Are Optimistic but Should They Be?
To kick things off, Luke dives straight into President Donald Trump's 96-0 Congratulations America tweet, which was a reference to the government approving the $2 Trillion Stimulus package.
Next, Luke gets into the record unemployment number, which now soars past 3 million and shows a vertical strip on the data chart, and Tim Picciott explains why April is likely to be even worse, with more unprecedented layoffs and terminations.
Even as the battle between Donald Trump and The Federal Reserve rages on, the economy continues to fall.
Finally, the guys remind viewers that a depression is likely to cause many suicides as death accompanies a terrible economy. Please remember to love each other.
Cases SURGE in New York & Is a 2nd Stimulus UBI Coming Already?
In our third video of the day, Luke and Tim dive into all of the day's biggest headlines not covered so far. These include:
New York’s sickness death toll jumps 100 in one day.
Cuomo admits his decision to quarantine all at once wasn’t best strategy.
Oxford study indicates millions have already built immunity to virus.
14% of Recovered virus patients test positive AGAIN in China.
Hospitals Consider Universal DNRs for patients with the sickness.
US Marine tests positive & Pentagon announces 1st case.
US military is withholding infection data.
Bill Ackman made $2.6 Billion betting against the markets.
Nancy Pelosi hints that $2 Trillion is just the beginning.
BREAKING: Biggest Bailout in History. Stimulus Bill Passed
BREAKING NEWS: Biggest Bailout in History. Stimulus Bill Passed.
The pandemic emergency stimulus package will exceed $6 trillion! That’s a $2 trillion in: aid for families, airline bailouts, and a $350 billion small business loan program. The remaining $4 trillion will allow the federal reserve to bailout whoever they want. Trump’s chief economics officer Larry Kudlow says he expects this bill to recover the economy before the end of the year, which is precisely how you know it’s more likely to take years to recover.
Please be sure to checkout our other videos for more about what the federal reserve has already done and what you should be on the lookout for coming up.
This is Not Over. It's Not a Snowstorm. This is Economic COLLAPSE!
Luke and Tim get into all of the many reasons why investors shouldn't trust the stock market's recovery today. As always lately, there is much bigger news brewing.
NYC looks like it will become the next Wuhan. The morgues are now full or nearly full. Please be sure to check out Luke's other video all about this over on the We Are Change channel.
In the US, politicians are doing what they do best, monopolizing on this tragedy to grab up all of the money and power they can.
Rashida Tlaib proposed that every person in the US be given $2k on a preloaded debit card that would be reloaded w $1k/month until 1 year after the end of the CoronaVirus crisis. Calls for the minting of 2 Trillion-dollar coins. How will we pay for this? The treasury will issue 2 trillion-dollar platinum coins, the federal reserve will purchase them, then the treasury would make the funds available to the bureau of fiscal service who will disperse the funds.
Negative interest rates in the US now. The US now has a negative three month treasury yield.
James Bullard and other economists are telling people this will all blow over, but they’re wrong.
What is happening in the US and on a global scale, now looks early similar to what happened in Zimbabwe.
The pace is staggering. Today’s pump took the promise of $6 trillion.
What else would need to happen to keep the economy going?
As always, we remind you to practice love and compassion for each other as we are all in this together.
Trump Wants to Re-Open Economy. Is it Too Little, Too Late?
Trump says America may reopen after 15 days. He’ll even defy doctors’ orders to re-open businesses and restore the US economy. But what’s likely to come from those actions, if they are enacted?
Luke, Tim Picciott, and financial historian John Sneisen explain why this is just another excuse for the government to take stakes in corporations in a socialist way.
The Fed's Major Moves So Far & What You Need to Know
In all of the recent news about the postponing of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and the spread of a contagious virus, it's easy to get lost, but Luke and Tim get you back on track and focused on the real news: what the fed has already done.
The Dow surged, but what’s the reality? Tim breaks it down. Here's everything the fed has already done:
Reduced Rates to zero
Reduced Reserve requirement to zero
3 500 bn 3 month term repo’s
$185 billion in QE per day
Willing to provide unlimited support to the markets
Buying MBS, Treasuries, outright monetizing the debt track
Muni bonds, corporate bonds
Stock as collateral and other non “safe” assets now count as collateral
FASB urging change in accounting rules to help banks hide losses
2 year blackout on REPO operation transpareny
6 month window on bailouts proposed.
Digital Dollar
The fed has basically said: we have to initiate communism to see economic growth.
It's like 2008, but on STEROIDS!!!
Could this be the calm before the storm? As a virus sweeps the world, does a viral economy mean we haven’t even begun to see the worst of it yet?
Luke and Tim discuss all of the breaking news the mainstream media is missing including:
• Politicians & Celebs being tested for the virus while regular people aren't
• U.S. President Donald Trump’s tweet
• Fear PARALYSIS gripping the world & why we don’t have to let it
• Totalitarian government and arrests
• Fed's $500 billion bailout w $450 billion exempt from disclosure
• The Fed purchasing $125 billion in securities every day
• The probability that we’re moving to a highly centralized economy
• Highest prices on bonds in decades
• Companies buying back their own stocks
• Unemployment & how it relates to a gig economy
• U.S. Secretary of the Treasury, Steven Mnuchin & his dirty ties to Soros
• The globalist side of Donald Trump
• And so much more
Please don’t forget to hit like, subscribe, leave us a comment down below. Watch this continuing conversation over on the We Are Change channel and The Liberty Advisor channel. There will be links in the comments down below. And as always, we encourage everyone to love each other.
Democrats Block Stimulus Package & UBI
First, Luke and Tim remind us that the April 15 tax-return filing deadline was deferred three months. July 15th is the new extended date.
Next, they look into the CV UBI Stimulus Bill. The new law, which requires small employers — those with fewer than 500 employees — to provide limited paid-leave benefits to employees who are affected by the viral emergency. Small employers are given new tax credits and federal payroll-tax relief to pay for the new mandatory benefits.
Additional elements of the bill include: Small Employer Tax Credits, Small Employer FICA Tax Relief, and comparable tax credits for self-employed people.
In the end, the guys have one question for you: What do you think of the proposed closing tagline: “Change the News, Be the News”? Let us know what you think in the comments down below, and please remember to like, comment, subscribe, and tell your friends. As always, we encourage everyone to love each other.
It's Official! We're Now Living in Communism
Welcome to the craziest week in economic history! Comrade Rudski (aka Luke Rudkowski), Red Lips (John Sneisen), and Gulag Pachtete (Tim Picciott) discuss the unprecedented financial news from the week and how it has driven governments around the world to enact communism.
The most significant moves to catch their attention lately include:
Stimulus, printing free money for everyone, worldwide.
Bailouts
Mints closing down
High demand for silver
Bitcoin and crypto price bounce and recovery
Tim goes as far as to wish for the tyranny of 3 weeks ago because based on what we’re seeing now, that actually looks good. Tim then reminds us of the unprecedented financial news that the Dow is down 4000 points in one week, which is the largest decline EVER. He then points out that a majority of people with "balanced portfolios" typically hold 60% stocks and 40% bonds, which makes for a loss of 15.3% in 18 days. (He's a CFP for anyone whose interested in taking control of their wealth btw).
John jokingly states that those diversified portfolios may as well be diversified in raw sewage.
Governments around the world are enacting measures to take full control. In Canada, they're enacting the war measures act for full control. In the US, the DOJ is asking for the power to indefinitely detain people and suspend amendment rights. Israel tracing everyone and picking people up for violating quarantine.
As governments around the world usher in the age of socialism, the guys wonder: Has Trump gone full commie? What do you think? Let us know in the comments below.
Don't forget to tune in to Tim's other channel - The Liberty Advisor - to watch Tim and John discuss the parallels between this and the great depression, Germans printing money, the fed buying immunity bond market, pension funds nationalization, unemployment on the rise, senators selling stocks, stimulus around the world, and more.
This is MADDENING - The Game is Rigged!
As the pandemonium in New York City and beyond continues, Luke and Tim discuss the economic impact that accompanies the pandemic.
First, the guys discuss growing concerns over the nation's rapidly rising unemployment and how that factors into the likelihood that the US will face an economic depression.
Next, Luke and Tim go into Trump's failed campaign promise that as president, he would stop propping-up the "fake phony economy." In fact, things are now worse than they were before with bubbles built on bubbles.
Discussing CEOs and government officials who conducted insider trading in the months prior to the outbreak, the guys conclude that the stock market itself is the biggest ponzi scheme out there!
To make matters worse, the fed is bailing out hedge funds that were practicing high-risk borrowing and lending simply because they're "too big to fail," but are they really, or will the American people rise up and insist: "NO BAILOUTS"?
Finally, on the bright note, Luke and Tim conclude by reminding viewers that opportunity is born from crisis, and it's all about mindset!
As always, we encourage everyone to practice social distancing but remember: love each other.
Instead Of Warning Us, They Profited!
When our public officials met to discuss the C word... what did they do first? Well they called their financial advisors and had them dump massive amounts of stock based on information given to them behind closed door hearings.
Tim and Luke also discuss how the Federal Reserve is on track to own the world. The FED has recently launched programs to buy Muni bonds and former FED Chairmen are calling for the FED to buy corporate bonds.
The guys also discuss the airline stock buyback schemes that have been going on as well as a lot of other crazy news including how the FED launched a $107 Billion Dollar QE yesterday!
This Is Worse Than The Great Depression
In this video Luke and Tim go over all the latest crazy news out of the financial world and the continued meltdown of the economy.
Make sure you stick around until the end for some great outtakes.
Tulsi Pulled A Fast One On Everyone! All The News You Are Not Hearing Away From The Distractions
We apologize for the audio and will have this fixed.
Luke and Tim dive right in with a daily update on all the news you're missing while "they" focus on the C-word!
Topics covered:
Tulsi Gabbard dropping out of the election. Find out why the guys aren't surprised at all!
Increased military operations in the the Middle East.
The case against the Russian trolls is dropped.
Maxwell files paperwork, claiming a legal right to Epstein's estate. Why isn’t she being investigated and detained for criminal operations?
Bitcoin on a tear. Up 20% in 24 hours. Tim thinks it's a great buying opportunity, but only if you carefully invest only what you're willing to lose!
Most important take away lessons of the day:
Don't chase shiny objects unless you understand what you're getting yourself into.
Avoid manias, panic, and crashes (with your personal lives too!)
Don’t risk more than you can afford to lose.
Think with your head. Don’t let your emotions control you.
Keep your eyes wide open.
SHARE what you learn.
And don't forget: LOVE EACH OTHER!!!
Whitehouse UBI Revealed and Once in a Billion Year Event Just Happened
In this video Luke goes over the devastating effects the c word we aren't allowed to mention is having at once popular tourist destinations.
Luke also covers the dramatic spike in C word related passing in Italy and how this is now effecting more than just the elderly.
Meanwhile Tim Picciott breaks down the latest white house stimulus plan. Since this video was made new details have been released.
According to ABC 7 Chicago and the Whitehouse: "Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said Thursday that the "checks in the mail" would be direct deposited into people's accounts under the plan the Trump administration has proposed to Congress.
The payments would be $1,000 per adult and $500 per child so that a family of two parents and two children would receive $3,000, Mnuchin told Fox Business Network. The goal is to get that money out in three weeks, he said.
"That's a lot of money for hard-working Americans," Mnuchin said.
He said such families would receive another $3,000 six weeks later if the national emergency still exists. Officials have previously said the money is expected to be allocated by income level, to exclude the super-wealthy."
Lastly, Tim goes over a once in a billion year event that ravaged peoples portfolio's and the effects of "interest rate risk".
This Is Going To Be WORSE Than 2008!
The FED has recently announced that banks do not need to hold ANY reserves! Zero, Nada, Zilch!
The Fed has also announced that banks can use stocks as collateral that was previously reserved for "safe" assets like cash and treasuries.
So much craziness to report and keep up with!
UBI Is Here & What Did Trump Just Do To The Economy!!!?
Earlier today plans were revealed by the Whitehouse that entail giving every American Adult $1000 + in the coming weeks.
Luke and Tim go over this plus the extreme measures the FED are taking to combat the latest fallout.
This is a jammed packed show you won't want to miss.
Where Are Things Headed From Here? Interview With Medical Professional
On this show the guys talk with Dr Phranq Tamburri.
Dr Phranq recognized early on what was going on in China and has tried to warn others stateside, that they should be prepared.
Be prepared for what exactly? In this show you'll find out that and much more!
The Day of Reckoning is Here!!! What's Really Happening with the Economy
"Moral Hazard" is the phrase of the day as the US government proves once again they are worse than worthless.
Luke and Tim explain why the Fed's announcement of an emergency rate cut to 0 accompanied by a $700 billion bond program as an attempt to boost the economy is FAILING. Economic experts seem to agree: What we’re seeing is the brink of Fed Capitulation.
To further illustrate the absolute incompetence in the system, Americans are now flying to China to get tested for the Virus. Does that seem like a healthy system to you?
Although some argue that things won't be as bad as others suggest, one thing is for certain: It’s going to get worse before it gets better.
Politically, the nation's presidential campaign is ramping up, and Tim notes the best indicator of who will win the election is the stock market, which makes Joe Biden the obvious front-runner.
With so much focus on how to keep your money safe, at Change the News, we want to emphasize that your PRIORITY SHOULD BE ON FOOD, SUPPLIES & STRENGTHENING YOUR PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS. Stay safe, stay healthy, and love always.
All the Important News You're Missing Because You're Distracted!!!
This is all the news that isn't related the C-Word.
While the government is dragging their feet with response to the virus that's gripping the world, they are busily trying to infringe upon your privacy by ending encryption with the “Earn It Act”.
Don't be misled into believing this act is intended to combat children’s victimization online. What the act really does is give more power to big tech companies, limits free speech, and eliminates encryption. Although they repeatedly use the word "children" to describe those who this act will protect, be very sure you're aware of who they intend the word to describe, and what kinds of access to your personal data passing the law will allow.
Further exemplifying the horrors of government overreach, Maryland police shot and killed Duncan Lemp on Friday night on a “Red Flag” gun laws. Our hearts go out to Duncan’s family and we encourage anyone who is able to contribute to their GoFundMe campaign. Devastatingly, Lemp isn’t even the first person police have killed over “Red Flag” gun laws in Maryland, and additional cases are popping up across the country.
This is yet another example of the government using a disaster to profit on their people, while distracting you with comments about people "disaster profiteering" from the sale of necessary household goods.
To further exemplify law enforcement’s incompetence at bringing justice is the next chapter in the never-ending saga of Jeffrey Epstein.
As always, in times of crisis, we encourage everyone to practice self-reliance, responsibility, preparedness, and love and compassion for your fellow human beings. We are all in this together, but we are all responsible for ourselves.
The Writing is on the Wall: PAY ATTENTION!!! World Virus & Economy
As a viral infections has spread worldwide, pay attention to what our leaders are saying will happen with contagion, healthcare, and our economy because THEY'RE OFTEN WRONG!!!!
If you start thinking that what some of these other people are saying, tell your friends. The world deserves to know what the best and worst case scenarios are, so they can hope for best but prepare for the worst.
Luke briefly discusses his response to claims that he's "fear mongering" over on his main channel. Then, Luke and CFP Tim Picciott discuss the morning's worldwide headline news. The writing is on the wall. Please PAY ATTENTION!!!
What Caused Cryptos To Crash???
Join Luke & Tim as they discuss bitcoin's rampant volatility among all other markets. Find out what they think caused the crash, and what could reverse it.
With Crypto's Fear & Greed index currently at around 8, that indicates extreme fear, which could be a great buying opportunity, though this is not investment advice.
Stick around to hear their analysis and for more information about what you can do to help keep yourselves and loved ones safe.
Crisis At The FED More Drastic Measures Ahead!!!
In this video Luke and Tim go over all the latest news regarding the on going health situation that we cannot name here.
Countries are starting to take extreme precautions while the FED is in complete panic mode.
Tim Picciott The Liberty Advisor breaks down what this means for both you and your money and Steve Mnuchins latest comments that the treasury is prepared with "unlimited liquidity" !!!!
Was 2008 Just a Warning? Could this be the WORST CRASH of All Time???
Amid public health concerns and constant breaking news, experts are now concluding that the economic ramifications may be much worse than the virus itself.
CFP Tim Picciott weighs in on the markets' worst crash in 33 years, stating emphatically that everything is down and no bottoms are yet in. Luke and Tim conclude that this looks far more significant than the 2008 crisis. It seems as though we piled a bubble on top of another bubble, and we may now see both of them collapse.
Some are even speculating that the pandemic was orchestrated to cover up the already in progress financial collapse.
Be sure to like, comment, subscribe, & hit the notification bell to stay updated.
Why Did the Market Reject Fed's $1.5 TRILLION Funny Money?
Federal Reserve INSANITY!!! What IS the Fed Doing?
Luke & Tim Picciott discuss the massive financial consequences of the fed's recent announcement that they're lending $1.5 trillion in loans to banks.
• Tomorrow, the Desk will further offer $500 billion in a three-month repo operation and $500 billion in a one-month repo operation for same day settlement.
• Three-month and one-month repo operations for $500 billion will be offered on a weekly basis for the remainder of the monthly schedule.
That's $175 billion / day
Further, they discuss the effect this has alerady had and will likely continue to have on Bitcoin, gold, and silver.
Craziness in the crypto market – bitcoin plummets nearly 30% in an hour. Volume of bitcoin relative to other markets is big. Tim believes this is major market manipulation via whales switching between markets. Extreme fear phase is NOW, which is a good indicator that now is the time to BUY. Best to chose the cryptos that are secure, private, etc.
Things are Getting Crazy with the Fed & VIRAL Spread
Daily update on the illness that’s ravaging the population & economy.
Tom Hanks becomes the first celebrity to announce he has the virus.
Trump announced European travel ban & relief for those infected.
Contradictions between government officials. Trump & Pence
UK is currently excluded from travel ban. Why?
NHL & NBA postpone their seasons.
Economic news – The fed will pump $1.5 trillion
*Is there a sham to cover up the economic crisis?
Another Sea of Red For the Stock Market. But Don't Worry... The Government is Here to Help
While everyone is talking about the stock market... hardly anyone is paying attention to the real elephant in the room.... energy bonds!
In this video, the guys go over the latest financial news and how junk bonds tied to energy companies may be the catalyst for a major financial crisis.
They also cover how Christine Lagarde says the upcoming financial crisis could be worse than 2008!
Joe Biden Wins Big, While Also Losing His Mind
In this video, the guys go over the recent Joe Biden victories and pontificate what that might mean for the Bernie Bro's.
They also discuss Joe Biden's recent viral meltdown.
It's Everywhere and Spreading and Will Get Way Worse
In this video the guys go over the latest health scare that is in the news.
Top Medical Dr, Tony Fauci urges the nation to take an 'all hands on deck' approach to this while Angela Merkel warns that over 70% of Germany could become stricken said health scare!
Can You Believe This Guy Got Away With The Crime of The Decade
In this video we cover a certain massage enthusiast from NY linked to elites that the media won't cover.
I Was Exposed To It
In this video we cover a certain massage enthusiast from NY linked to elites that the media won't cover.
Several high level government officials were in contact with a man sick man at the CPAC meeting.
In this video we talk about the potential ramifications of this as well as one journalists attempt to get a test kit after feeling sick.
Oil Price Crashes! Who Is To Blame??
Change The News Show Oil Price Crashes! Who Is To Blame??