The Lara-Murphy Show

In this episode, Bob flies solo in order to show readers how to start thinking about the border tax adjustment plan that the GOP has proposed, as a way to boost the economy and reduce the trade deficit. Mentioned in this episode: “How to Think About Taxes” by Scott Sumner: http://econlog.econlib.org/archives/2017/02/how_to_think_ab.html

Although it’s too early to say anything definitively, Carlos and Bob offer their reflections on what we’ve seen so far.

Carlos and Bob read the declassified version of the 25-page report issued by the US intelligence community on the alleged intentions and interventions of the Russian government in the US election. As it turns out, there’s not much there. Cynics still have every right to be skeptical of this whole enterprise to convince Americans that “Putin picked our president.” Mentioned in this episode: The official intelligence report: https://www.dni.gov/files/documents/ICA_2017_01.pdf DNI Chief James Clapper says Assange not credible: http://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/sen-mccain-russia-s-election-meddling-unprecedented-attack-n700981 Same James Clapper caught lying to Congress in 2013 about NSA spying on Americans: http://www.politifact.com/truth-o-meter/article/2014/mar/11/james-clappers-testimony-one-year-later/ Murphy to speak on his book *Choice* for Heartland Institute near Chicago on January 18: https://www.heartland.org/events/events/choice-cooperation-enterprise-and-human-action Nelson Nash, Lara, and Murphy to present IBC Seminar for the general public in Birmingham, AL on February 11. (Use Discount Code LMSHOW for 50% off). http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ed9svsqba14b85f4&llr=z88o8ecab

You may notice a familiar voice reading the Introduction to the book by Lara and Murphy. To order a physical copy, scroll down at: https://lara-murphy.com/resources/

Carlos and Bob use a Bloomberg chart to discuss the major financial events of 2016, and how investors should interpret movements in the stock and bond markets. Mentioned in this episode: IBC Seminar for the general public on February 11, 2017 in Birmingham, AL. FOR 50% OFF, USE DISCOUNT CODE: LMSHOW For details and registration click here.

Here’s something you won’t read on CNBC. Bob asks Carlos to explain the book he’s been reading–Augustine’s “City of God” from the 5th century–and how it relates to our current political and economic environment.

In response to a listener request, Carlos and Bob define and discuss some common financial terms, such as “yield curve,” “money market fund,” and “liquidity.” Mentioned in this episode: The Exter pyramid:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Exter#/media/File:Exter.png Info on the Oct. 29 Spokane, WA IBC Workshop (for general public): http://www.altmeyerfinancialgroup.com/ Info on Nov. 5 Mises event in Fort Worth (contact Murphy for free tickets): https://mises.org/events/end-politics Info on the Nov. 15-17 St. Louis Freedom Advisor event (for financial professionals, and use discount code NNIMEMBER if registering): http://www.freedomadvisorcrusade.com/

The second half of the video presentation that Carlos and Bob released in late September 2016. Mentioned in this episode: The actual video presentation:  https://lara-murphy.com/video0916/ Finding an authorized IBC Practitioner:  www.TalkIBC.com Info on the Oct. 29 Spokane, WA IBC Workshop (for general public): http://www.altmeyerfinancialgroup.com/ Info on the Nov. 15-17 St. Louis Freedom Advisor event (for financial professionals, and use discount code NNIMEMBER if registering): http://www.freedomadvisorcrusade.com/

The first half of the video presentation that Carlos and Bob released in late September 2016. Mentioned in this episode: The actual video presentation:  https://lara-murphy.com/video0916/ Finding an authorized IBC Practitioner:  www.TalkIBC.com Info on the Oct. 29 Spokane, WA IBC Workshop (for general public): http://www.altmeyerfinancialgroup.com/ Info on the Nov. 15-17 St. Louis Freedom Advisor event (for financial professionals, and use discount code NNIMEMBER if registering): http://www.freedomadvisorcrusade.com/

Carlos and Bob summarize some of the key points from the latest Lara-Murphy Report: European banks failed their “stress tests” and the US federal debt is worse than you may realize.

Carlos and Bob discuss a NYT article detailing the problems some insurance policyholders are having, and why Nelson Nash says to do IBC *only* with a dividend-paying Whole Life policy. Mentioned in this episode: http://www.nytimes.com/2016/08/14/business/why-some-life-insurance-premiums-are-skyrocketing.html

Carlos and Bob tackle a recent “note” from a brokerage firm making just that case. Among other problems, the analysis misunderstands the role of the stock market. Mentioned in this episode: Bloomberg article explaining the note Murphy explains the social function of stock speculators How Privatized Banking Really Works, Chapter 4 (PDF) Samples from the Lara-Murphy Report Order Carlos and Bob’s book, HOW PRIVATIZED BANKING REALLY WORKS

Carlos and Bob relate two points each that they made during their recent presentation (along with Nelson Nash) to the general public in Nashville. Gives a quick introduction to why IBC is important in the current environment, and why it works. Mentioned in this episode: Nelson Nash’s speaking schedule: https://infinitebanking.org/event-calendar/

Carlos and Bob discuss the alarming situation outlined in the latest Lara-Murphy Report. Mentioned in this episode: Details on Nelson Nash’s farewell seminar August 13, 2016 in Nashville at: http://threeccorp.com/Portals/threeccorp/Archives_PDF/NASH-SEMINAR-BROCHURE.pdf

Carlos and Bob discuss the divergence between stocks and bonds, which has puzzled some analysts. Source: Bloomberg.com