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Startling Border Revelations with Todd Bensman (Ep. 49)

Startling Border Revelations with Todd Bensman (Ep. 49)

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With immigration constantly being a major topic and new strategies being rolled out, it can be confusing to try and understand everything that is happening. 

What are the regulations surrounding immigration, and how are the new strategies impacting potential immigrants? 

In this episode, Brent Mekosh speaks with Todd Bensman, renowned author, investigative journalist, and Texas-based Senior National Security Fellow for the Center for Immigration Studies. Todd dives into the United States border situation while breaking down what’s coming out of Washington.

Todd also explains the tactics the administration is using and the surge in individuals crossing the border in the US and around the world. 

Todd discusses:

  • How the administration is looking to control the American border
  • How is the administration handling abuse, trafficking, and drug issues at the border
  • What are the potential consequences of unchecked immigration
  • How could the country handle the influx of people crossing the border
  • The reality of different nations around the world when it comes to immigration 
  • And more!

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About Our Guest:

Todd Bensman is an acclaimed newspaper reporter and magazine writer who transitioned to a career as a national security intelligence professional for the Texas Department of Public Safety and then returned to the journalism trade. He currently serves as the Texas-based Senior National Security Fellow for the Center for Immigration Studies (CIS), a Washington, D.C. policy institute for which he writes, lectures, and grants media interviews about the nexus between immigration and national security.

Todd has testified before Congress as an expert witness and regularly appears on radio and television outlets for his national security and border security expertise.

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What You Should Know About Artificial Intelligence (AI) Part 2 With David Martin (Ep. 10)

What You Should Know About Artificial Intelligence (AI) Part 2 With David Martin (Ep. 10)

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While improvements in technology create opportunities for many people, adverse reactions are equally abundant. From fear of competitors to transforming medical technology into recreational tools, there is a reality to accept when talking about artificial intelligence.

In this episode, Brent Mekosh and David Martin, founder, and president of Fantasy Interactive, continue their conversation on Artificial Intelligence (AI). They dive back into AI technology, discussing the current applications of technology and how advancement will change our interactions within the medical and entertainment fields. David shares examples of his interactions with virtual reality, and why AI technology advancements will move into recreational use.

David discusses:

  • What cybersecurity is from a technical standpoint
  • The perceived threat from competitors’ advancements in technology
  • How virtual reality provides opportunities for experiences
  • Why advancement in medical technology will also advance recreational opportunities
  • And more

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  • What You Should Know About Artificial Intelligence (AI)  with David Martin (Ep. 9)

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About Our Guest:

David Martin is the president and founder of Fantasy Interactive. Fantasy is a human-centered product innovation team that ships premium products and ecosystems for the world’s biggest.

Since launching the company in 1999, David has worked with some of the world’s most important companies, including Netflix, X-Box, Google, Facebook, Twitter, Spotify, MTV Ford, Samsung, Tinder, and Masterclass.  

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What You Should Know About Artificial Intelligence (AI) with David Martin (Ep. 9)

What You Should Know About Artificial Intelligence (AI) with David Martin (Ep. 9)

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We’ve all seen or heard of at least one rogue artificial intelligence movie, where the main character rises and stops the machines from taking over or destroying humanity. 

But the reality of the technology is a little different from the silver screen. 

In this episode, Brent Mekosh sits down with the founder and president of Fantasy Interactive, David Martin. David shares his experience in the digital world, what current AI looks and acts like, and what the future holds for the technology. 

He also reveals the importance of a democratic system established to maintain the morality and ethics of technology and the value of including such aspects in future advanced AI technologies.

David discusses:

  • Artificial intelligence technology outside of movies
  • The struggles of morality as technology evolves
  • What you should know about Artificial Super Intelligence (ASI)
  • How humanity evolves as technology takes over jobs
  • And more!

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About Our Guest:

David Martin is the president and founder of Fantasy Interactive. Fantasy is a human-centered product innovation team that ships premium products and ecosystems for the world’s biggest.

Since launching the company in 1999, David has worked with some of the world’s most important companies, including Netflix, X-Box, Google, Facebook, Twitter, Spotify, MTV Ford, Samsung, Tinder, and Masterclass.  

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Everybody Needs Somebody In Financial Planning (Ep. 2)

Everybody Needs Somebody In Financial Planning (Ep. 2)

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What happens when you first call your current or a potential new financial advisor?

In this episode, Brent Mekosh walks you through his business model at MP Advisors, LLC, starting from when you (and the team) pick up the phone for the first time.

He discusses who you talk to when first calling, what happens during a discovery meeting, and why people are reluctant to make the initial call. Brent reveals the importance of understanding the client and their money when building their portfolio and financial plans. And what are some of the conversations Brent has with potential clients and those who aren’t the right fit.

Brent discusses:

  • The process of becoming an MP Advisor client
  • The importance of considering personal values when building a portfolio
  • Why he needs a clear picture of the client’s current financial situation
  • How he advises clients who aren’t the right fit
  • And more!

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