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On today’s edition of Coffee and Markets, Brad Jackson and Ben Domenech are joined by Francis Cianfrocca to discuss Q1 GDP numbers, what they may predict for the economy and Paul Krugman’s spat with Ben Bernanke.

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Category: Ben Bernanke, Coffee and Markets, GDP, Paul Krugman

Is Crowdfunding Too Risky for the Average Investor?

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Thursday, April 26th at 10:10AM EDT

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On today’s edition of Coffee and Markets, Brad Jackson and Ben Domenech are joined by Francis Cianfrocca to continue the crowdfunding discussion from Monday, listeners reactions and questions, and the differences between crowdfunding and micro-finance.

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Category: Coffee and Markets, crowdfunding

Are Republicans in Danger of Losing the House?

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Wednesday, April 25th at 10:00AM EDT

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On today’s edition of Coffee and Markets, Brad Jackson and Ben Domenech are joined by Aaron Blake to discuss how House races are shaping up for the GOP, what impact the Presidential race will have down ballot and what the fundraising picture looks like for each party.

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Category: Aaron Blake, Coffee and Markets, John Boehner

How Will Russia’s WTO Entry Benefit the U.S.?

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Tuesday, April 24th at 10:00AM EDT

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On today’s edition of Coffee and Markets, Brad Jackson and Ben Domenech are joined by Scott Lincicome to discuss Russia’s entry into the World Trade Organization, how the Senate will weigh in, and if the U.S. will see an economic boost when our businesses have more access to Russian markets.

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Category: Coffee and Markets, Russia, Scott Lincicome, WTO

Is Crowdfunding the Future of Small Business Investing?

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Monday, April 23rd at 10:00AM EDT

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On today’s edition of Coffee and Markets, Brad Jackson and Ben Domenech are joined by Francis Cianfrocca to discuss a potential takeover of American Airlines by US Airways, the JOBS Act, and whether Kickstarter’s crowdfunding method is the future of venture capital.

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Category: Coffee and Markets, crowdfunding, JOBS Act

Are Speculators Responsible for High Oil Prices?

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Friday, April 20th at 10:00AM EDT

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On today’s edition of Coffee and Markets, Brad Jackson is joined by Francis Cianfrocca to discuss Obama’s call for a crackdown on oil speculation, what drives the price at the pump, and how expanded production would impact the oil market.

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Category: Coffee and Markets, Oil

How Will the War on Women Impact Election Day?

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Thursday, April 19th at 10:03AM EDT

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On today’s edition of Coffee and Markets, Brad Jackson is joined by Elizabeth Blackney to discuss the so called war on women, the Hilary Rosen vs. Ann Romney fight, and what impact this may have come election day.

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Category: Ann Romney, Coffee and Markets, Elizabeth Blackney, Hilary Rosen, War on Women

Peace, They Say

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Wednesday, April 18th at 10:00AM EDT

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On today’s edition of Coffee and Markets, Pejman Yousefzadeh and Kevin Holtsberry are joined by Jay Nordlinger to discuss his book on the Nobel Peace Prize, the way the prize is structured, the people who won it, the politics involved, and who he would nominate for a Peace Prize if he could.

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Category: Coffee and Markets, Jay Nordlinger, Nobel Peace Prize

Avik Roy on The Hidden Costs of Obamacare

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Tuesday, April 17th at 10:00AM EDT

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On today’s edition of Coffee and Markets, Brad Jackson and Ben Domenech are joined by Avik Roy to discuss a report from Chuck Blahous on Medicare costs under Obamacare, why families get punished under the law and what happens after a SCOTUS decision in June.

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Category: Avik Roy, Coffee and Markets, Obamacare, SCOTUS

Why Can’t We All Borrow from the Fed?

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Monday, April 16th at 10:00AM EDT

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On today’s edition of Coffee and Markets, Brad Jackson and Ben Domenech are joined by Francis Cianfrocca to discuss China’s major currency move and Sheila Bair’s tongue-in-cheek proposal to let everyone borrow $10 million from the Fed.

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Category: China, Coffee and Markets, The Fed

The Buffett Rule and Punishing the American Dream

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Friday, April 13th at 10:00AM EDT

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On today’s edition of Coffee and Markets, Brad Jackson and Ben Domenech are joined by Francis Cianfrocca to discuss the Buffett Rule, Obama’s definition of a “fair” tax structure, and how raising taxes punishes those seeking the American Dream.

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Category: Buffett Rule, Coffee and Markets

Jim Capretta Discuss Don Berwick and a Premium Support System

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Thursday, April 12th at 10:00AM EDT

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On today’s edition of Coffee and Markets, Brad Jackson and Ben Domenech are joined by Jim Capretta to discuss a debate he had with Don Berwick, the Supreme Court, and how a premium support system could save billions in healthcare costs.

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Category: Coffee and Markets, Don Berwick, Jim Capretta, Obamacare, Paul Ryan

Free Market Fairness

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Wednesday, April 11th at 10:02AM EDT

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On today’s edition of Coffee and Markets, Pejman Yousefzadeh and Kevin Holtsberry are joined by John Tomasi to discuss his book Free Market Fairness, which notably advances thoughts regarding a libertarian approach to social justice.

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Category: Coffee and Markets, Free Market Fairness, John Tomasi

NASCAR Driver Jason Bowles Talks About American Majority Racing

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Tuesday, April 10th at 10:36AM EDT

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On today’s edition of Coffee and Markets, Brad Jackson and Ben Domenech are joined by Drew Ryun and NASCAR driver Jason Bowles to discuss American Majority’s involvement in NASCAR, how much Jason has enjoyed driving for American Majority Racing, and the special relationship NASCAR has with its fans.

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Category: American Majority, American Majority Racing, Coffee and Markets, Jason Bowles, NASCAR, No. 81 American Majority Toyota Camry

What is the New Normal for Unemployment?

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Monday, April 9th at 10:00AM EDT

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On today’s edition of Coffee and Markets, Brad Jackson and Ben Domenech are joined by Francis Cianfrocca to discuss the new normal unemployment rate, structural problems in BLS unemployment statistics, and how the new American economy will impact this generation’s spending power.

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Category: Coffee and Markets, Germany, Unemployment

Not a Good Jobs Report on Good Friday

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Friday, April 6th at 4:00AM EDT

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On today’s edition of Coffee and Markets, Brad Jackson and Ben Domenech discuss the March jobs report, how Republicans need to talk to voters about the economy and how hard hit men have been in this economic downturn.

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Category: Coffee and Markets, Good Friday, Unemployment

Is Marco Rubio Still Winning the Veepstakes?

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Thursday, April 5th at 10:05AM EDT

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On today’s edition of Coffee and Markets, Brad Jackson is joined by Matt Lewis to discuss the Veepstakes, how Marco Rubio and Susana Martinez could make an impact on the ticket, and whether the Supreme Court’s decision in the Obamacare case could play a role in who Mitt Romney picks.

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Category: Chris Christie, Coffee and Markets, Marco Rubio, Matt Lewis, Susana Martinez, Veepstakes

The Green Movement’s True Colors

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Wednesday, April 4th at 10:00AM EDT

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On today’s edition of Coffee and Markets, Pejman Yousefzadeh and Kevin Holtsberry are joined by James Delingpole to discuss his book, the arguments for and against global warming, and urges a different and better approach to science and scientific inquiry.

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Category: Coffee and Markets, global warming, James Delingpole, Watermelons: The Green Movement's True Colors

Paul Ryan’s Budget Attacked from the Left and the Right

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Tuesday, April 3rd at 10:12AM EDT

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On today’s edition of Coffee and Markets, Brad Jackson and Ben Domenech are joined by Patrick Louis Knudsen to discuss Paul Ryan’s new budget, Obama’s attacks on it and whether or not it lives up to Ryan’s own standards.

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Category: Coffee and Markets, entitlement reform, Patrick Louis Knudsen, Paul Ryan, Paul Ryan's Budget

Mitt Romney Meets Jim Pethokoukis

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Monday, April 2nd at 10:00AM EDT

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On today’s edition of Coffee and Markets, Brad Jackson and Ben Domenech are joined by Francis Cianfrocca to discuss Steve King’s recent comments on Israel, Mitt Romney’s interview with Jim Pethokoukis and how business may react to a SCOTUS strike down of the individual mandate.

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