Are we on the brink of World War III, or are we already in it? Many believe that a modern world conflict would heavily mimic those of the past, yet today’s global dynamics suggest a much more intricate design. Brent Mekosh and Semaj McDowell are here to clarify why the landscape is dramatically different this …
Can regenerative agriculture save the planet and your portfolio? This week on Smart. Money. Simplified, Craig Wichner, Founder & Managing Partner of Farmland LP, reveals how transitioning from conventional farming to organic and regenerative practices is reshaping agriculture and creating stable, high-return investment opportunities. Craig conveys why healthier soil leads to healthier ecosystems—and stronger portfolios. …
Infrastructure investments might be the stability boost your portfolio needs—are you ready? This week on Smart. Money. Simplified, Steve Pointer, Regional Director at Cantor Fitzgerald, explains why assets like power grids, water systems, and digital networks are redefining essential investments for today’s markets. Steve shares three key trends reshaping the landscape: Digital Transformation: Skyrocketing demand …
This week on Smart. Money. Simplified, Dr. Andrea Mata, clinical child psychologist and founder of BrightSpot Families, joins Brent Mekosh to unpack the teen mental health crisis while sharing practical strategies to help parents raise resilient, adaptable children. Dr. Mata highlights three critical areas reshaping parenting today: The Alarming Trends: Half of all lifetime mental …
Ultra-processed foods. Skyrocketing obesity rates. A growing health crisis. It’s time to ask: What can you do to fight back? This week on Smart. Money. Simplified, Brent Mekosh is joined by wellness professional Shiran Romero, who unveils powerful, science-backed strategies to transform your health. Brent also opens up about his remarkable health journey, sharing how …
Global tensions may be more relevant to you than you realize—are you prepared? This week on Smart. Money. Simplified, Brent Mekosh shares some eye-opening takeaways from his recent trip to South Korea, where he saw the country’s booming economy, high-tech ports, and welcoming culture firsthand. (A visit to the DMZ was a stark reminder of …
The financial industry is transforming at breakneck speed—are you ready for what’s next? Fresh from the Future Proof Conference in Huntington Beach, where over 4,500 professionals converged to discuss the future of finance and technology, in this episode of Smart. Money. Simplified, Brent Mekosh explores the most important insights shaping the industry. Discover how AI …
Leadership isn’t just about giving orders. It’s about inspiring, guiding, and sometimes, learning from everyone around you. Are you ready to elevate your leadership game and drive your team to new heights? This week on Smart. Money. Simplified, Brent Mekosh welcomes Matthew Mitchell, the winningest coach in the history of the University of Kentucky Women’s …
AI has exploded into our lives, moving from theoretical to practical applications in record time. Remember the days when Siri was clunky and unreliable? Now, AI tools like ChatGPT are seamlessly integrated into our workflows, offering unprecedented capabilities. This week on Smart. Money. Simplified, Brent Mekosh dives into the world of artificial intelligence with serial …
Did you know that over 70% of business succession efforts fail, and even successful entrepreneurs often regret their decisions a year later? This week on Smart. Money. Simplified, Brent Mekosh sits down with Geoff Eliason from SDR Ventures to delve into the critical aspects of business succession planning, the importance of having a coordinated team, …