Geopolitics is back on the front page—Venezuela sanctions shifts, unrest in Iran, and fresh supply/demand puzzles for global oil. In this episode, Jordan, and Jeremy unpack what rising or falling crude could mean for U.S. gas prices, market leadership, and long-term retirement planning. We cover sequencing risk, diversification, and why disciplined rules matter more than headlines.

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Timestamps:
00:00 – Opening: Venezuela, Iran, and Why Energy Is Back in Focus
01:45 – Why Venezuela Matters: Oil Reserves, OPEC, and Global Power
04:05 – Regime Change Implications: Can Oil Production Recover?
06:40 – OPEC, Iran, and the Global Supply-Demand Tug of War
09:30 – Where Venezuelan Oil Goes Today: China, Sanctions, and Security
12:05 – What This Means for Inflation, Gas Prices, and Your Wallet
16:40 – Market Volatility, Portfolio Implications, and Final Takeaways

RPOA Advisors, Inc. (d/b/a Retirement Planners of America) (“RPOA”) is an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration as an investment adviser is not an endorsement by securities regulators and does not imply that RPOA has attained a certain level of skill or training.
This podcast has been prepared for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide, and should not be relied upon for, personalized investment, financial, tax, or legal advice. RPOA does not provide tax or legal advice. You should consult your own tax and legal advisors before engaging in any transaction or strategy.
Opinions expressed are those of RPOA as of the date of publication and are subject to change. Investing involves risks, including possible loss of principal. Diversification and asset allocation do not guarantee a profit, nor do they eliminate the risk of loss. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

Medicaid headlines can be confusing—and costly. In this episode, Ken talks with benefits expert Lynn Timm about how fraud can slip into large public programs and what states are doing to strengthen oversight. We also discuss practical steps families can use to keep paperwork current and avoid unintended gaps in coverage and in future episodes we'll give you tips to avoid being a victim of Medicare and Medicaid scams.

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RPOA Advisors, Inc. (d/b/a Retirement Planners of America) (“RPOA”) is an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration as an investment adviser is not an endorsement by securities regulators and does not imply that RPOA has attained a certain level of skill or training.
This podcast has been prepared for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide, and should not be relied upon for, personalized investment, financial, tax, or legal advice. RPOA does not provide tax or legal advice. You should consult your own tax and legal advisors before engaging in any transaction or strategy.
Opinions expressed are those of RPOA as of the date of publication and are subject to change. Investing involves risks, including possible loss of principal. Diversification and asset allocation do not guarantee a profit, nor do they eliminate the risk of loss. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

Is the streaming landscape on the verge of a mega-merger? In this episode, Ken Moraif (with Jeremy and Jordan) breaks down the Netflix/Warner Bros/Paramount bidding battle, why lawmakers are pushing antitrust scrutiny, and how consolidation could reshape streaming, movie theaters, and broad market exposure. We also talk about concentration risk inside major indexes and why diversification still matters.

We keep it practical and entertaining—because understanding market power, regulation, and shifting consumer habits can help long-term investors stay level-headed.

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RPOA Advisors, Inc. (d/b/a Retirement Planners of America) (“RPOA”) is an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration as an investment adviser is not an endorsement by securities regulators and does not imply that RPOA has attained a certain level of skill or training.
This podcast has been prepared for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide, and should not be relied upon for, personalized investment, financial, tax, or legal advice. RPOA does not provide tax or legal advice. You should consult your own tax and legal advisors before engaging in any transaction or strategy.
Opinions expressed are those of RPOA as of the date of publication and are subject to change. Investing involves risks, including possible loss of principal. Diversification and asset allocation do not guarantee a profit, nor do they eliminate the risk of loss. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.