Watchdog on Wall Street with Chris Markowski

Watchdog on Wall Street with Chris Markowski

Welcome to The Watchdog on Wall Street Podcast. Author, investment banker, consumer advocate, analyst, and trader Chris Markowski exposes the lies and myths of the big brokerage firms, the mainstream press, and the government. Chris explains the news coming out of the complex worlds of finance, economics and politics and the impact it will have on everyday Americans. For more information, visit radioamerica.com/watchdog-on-wall-street/

Episodes

November 1, 2025 39 mins
Chris Markowski, the Watchdog on Wall Street, discusses the current financial landscape, focusing on the Federal Reserve's impact on interest rates and the economy. He critiques government assistance programs, particularly SNAP, and emphasizes the need for local community solutions to economic issues. The conversation also explores the implications of AI on the job market, highlighting the importance of human interaction in various...
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 Chris Markowski, the Watchdog on Wall Street, discusses the harsh realities of Wall Street, emphasizing that the trading game is rigged against individual investors. He explains the concept of naked shorting and critiques the role of regulators like the SEC. Markowski advocates for long-term investing over short-term trading and warns listeners about the influence of private equity on financial advisory services. He also critiques...
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A spirited argument that America didn’t lose its way because we built social safety nets — we lost it when we outsourced compassion and problem-solving to Wash...
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A blunt look at America's habit of framing every major issue as a “war”—from poverty to drugs to terror—and how that mindset has shaped policy, media narrative...
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 In this episode:
  • The explosion of food stamp spending — doubled since 2019 — and how we got here.
  • Why turning food stamps into credit cards erased accountab...
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In this episode:
  • What the Fed actually controls (and what it doesn’t) — and why mortgage and credit card rates aren’t really up to Powell.
  • The truth about th...
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Sen. Josh Hawley says “no American should go to bed hungry.” Sounds noble—but it’s more of the same broken thinking that got us here. In this episode:
  • Why 4...
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Amazon just announced one of its biggest layoffs in years—and AI is partly to blame. In this episode:
  • Why 14,000 corporate jobs vanished (and it’s not just ...
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A top salesman at Stifel Financial racked up 34 complaints and millions in fraud claims—and somehow stayed in business. In this episode:
  • How a single broker...
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They get banned, exposed, and “permanently barred”—but they always come back. Wall Street’s financial slashers never stay dead. In this episode:
  • How banned ...
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In this episode:
  • Trump claims a new “deal with China” — but Chris breaks down why no deal actually exists
  • The Supreme Court showdown over Trump’s tariff powe...
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CBS News reports that 43 million Americans—one in eight—are now on food stamps, sparking outrage and disbelief over the nation’s growing dependence on governme...
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At New York City’s Forest Hills amphitheater, Zoran Mamdani joined Bernie Sanders, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and other left-wing leaders for a massive rally pr...
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October 27, 2025 5 mins
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In this episode:
  • The rigged reality of trading apps and why retail investors keep falling for Wall Street’s shell game
  • The dark truth about naked short selli...
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October 26, 2025 39 mins
Chris Markowski discusses the myths surrounding Social Security, the healthcare crisis exacerbated by Obamacare, and the influence of insurance companies on the healthcare system. He also critiques the impact of tariffs on small businesses and emphasizes the need for financial freedom and transparency in the financial world.
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October 25, 2025 39 mins
 Chris Markowski, the Watchdog on Wall Street, delves into the realities of financial markets, the impact of social media on public perception, and the consequences of government assistance programs. He critiques the GameStop saga, warns against get-rich-quick schemes, and discusses the detrimental effects of welfare dependency on society. Markowski also addresses the issue of usury and its exploitation of vulnerable individuals, w...
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October 25, 2025 39 mins
Chris Markowski shares his insights on the financial industry, drawing from his extensive experience on Wall Street. He discusses the ethical dilemmas faced by financial advisors, the implications of private equity on investment strategies, and the challenges of retirement savings in the current economic climate. Markowski emphasizes the importance of fiduciary responsibility and warns listeners about the pitfalls of alternative in...
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Before Obamacare, there was a smarter, simpler solution—high-deductible plans paired with health savings accounts. In this nostalgic episode, the host recalls ...
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October 24, 2025 4 mins
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In this episode:
  • Trump announces taxpayer-funded investments in quantum computing companies — and Chris calls it what it is: socialism
  • Why this move mirrors ...
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Former Binance CEO Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, convicted of money laundering and fined billions, just received a presidential pardon—and the timing raises eyebrows. F...
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