Welcome to Trump’s Economy: Conflict, Crypto & Inflation | Zachary Foust

Zachary Foust joins Keith & Ben to discuss the US economy, the American housing market and what's coming in 2026. Memes and Markets explores how culture and memes shape & get shaped by financial markets to present the information you want at a level you can understand and relate to. Don't forget to subscribe to me notified when we go live on Tuesdays & Thursdays. Follow Zachary: https://www.youtube.com/@ZacharyLoft/videos Subscribe to our Substack: https://www.memesandmarkets.com/ Memes & Markets Socials x: https://x.com/Memesandmkts Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/memesandmarkets Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/memesandmkts/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1GSfFx3sQoG2bYAbIYUocN?si=-iGrWrvmTUSEZw7S06AS1g Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/memes-and-markets/id1840280923 Our socials Follow Keith on his main channel @theinneroperator Follow Keith on X: https://x.com/inneroperator Follow Ben's Crypto channel @dontbuy_this Follow Ben's Podcast @BenLeavittShow Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/iambenleavitt Join the waitlist for our Gambling Monitoring App: https://nodice.app/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 04:38 Geopolitical Implications and Market Reactions 09:14 Historical Context of Economic Systems 12:50 The Petrodollar System Explained 19:23 The Future of Economic Policies 24:56 The Importance of Asset Accumulation 29:29 Education and Its Relevance Today 30:38 The Value of College Education 33:40 Alternative Paths to Success 35:09 The Importance of Resilience 38:20 The Shift in Work Mindset 41:10 Global Competition and Opportunity 44:21 The Role of Technology in Entrepreneurship 54:34 Universal Basic Income: An Inevitable Future 55:38 The Future of Work and Automation 57:31 Universal Basic Income: A Solution or a Problem? 59:14 Housing Market Dynamics and Economic Implications 01:02:34 The Role of Government and Policy in Housing 01:04:19 Understanding Homeownership and Wealth Disparity 01:07:07 Proposed Solutions for First-Time Homebuyers 01:10:29 Predictions for the Housing Market 01:12:48 Unemployment Rates and Economic Reality 01:19:26 The 50-Year Mortgage: Pros and Cons 01:24:30 Predictions for 2024 and Beyond 01:25:40 The Mechanics of Money Printing 01:30:01 The Impact of Inflation on Consumers 01:30:43 Finding Agency in a Challenging World 01:34:21 Spiritual Fulfillment and Community 01:39:24 Economic Messages in Religion 01:42:13 The Importance of Discernment 01:47:20 Sourcing Information in a Complex World 01:51:46 Conscious Consumption and Self-Reflection Disclaimer This video is for education and entertainment only. We are not financial, legal, tax, or investment advisors. Nothing here is a recommendation or a solicitation to buy/sell any asset or strategy. Crypto and markets are risky—you can lose all your money. Do your own research and consult a qualified professional. We (and guests) may hold positions in assets discussed and may receive sponsorships/affiliate revenue from links—assume we do. Mention of any company, protocol, or product is not an endorsement. Information may be inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated as of recording. Past performance is not indicative of future results.