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From a vantage point within sight of the Hollywood Sign, seated beneath a palm tree. Tom Levine takes you on a twisted, exploratory tour of popular thought, the upside-down theories of classical economics, politics and other strange things. Tom talks all things Los Angeles, bright new ideas and complex topics of interest to creative thinkers and discerning skeptics. L.A. locals state with pride, "You can surf in the morning and ski in the afternoon". Well, if you get a really early start, it's true. Sometimes. Los Angeles is the City of the Angels and Tom Levine is a Native Angelino. www.1929.live

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September 4, 202536 min

Priced For Perfection

The U.S. stock market is priced for perfection. Gold and the S&P 500 have reached all-time highs. Interest rates are likely to be cut this month, the employment picture looks to be weakening and tariff policy remains in flux.In this episode of The Native Angelino Podcast, I am joined by Adam Phillips, CFA of EP Wealth Advisors. We discuss equities, interest rates, gold, bitcoin, alternative investments and the current political climates impact on the Federal Reserve.Will an interest rate cut stimulate the housing market? What about in cities like Los Angeles where residential real estate prices far exceed national averages?Adam oversees portfolio strategy for his firm and provides insights on the current economic climate and outlook for the coming quarters.Chapters 00:00 Intro - Market Volatility and Economic Uncertainty 00:20 The Taco Trade 01:30 Tariffs and Their Economic Impact 04:30 Interest Rates and Federal Reserve Dynamics 07:09 Gold's Rise and Market Sentiment 09:45 EP Wealth Advisors 12:00 Real Estate and Client Portfolios 14:10 Interest Rates and Consumer Behavior 16:13 Market Valuations and Economic Disparities 17:36 Government Intervention and Market Dynamics 21:32 Digital Assets and Bitcoin's Role 27:00 Alternative Investments and Market Trends 33:05 Current Economic Focus and Fed Independence Summary - Priced For PerfectionIn this conversation, Adam Phillips and Tom Levine discuss various economic factors affecting the market, including interest rates, Federal Reserve policies, tariff policy, gold as a safe haven, real estate investment strategies, and the impact of digital assets. They explore the current state of the economy, the challenges posed by inflation, and the implications of government intervention in the market. The discussion also highlights the differences in investment perspectives between older and younger generations, as well as the importance of financial planning in navigating these uncertain times. Takeaways Market volatility is influenced by economic uncertainty and government policies. Interest rates are a critical factor in shaping market dynamics and investor behavior. Gold is viewed as a safe haven amidst geopolitical risks and inflation concerns. Real estate remains a significant asset for many clients, especially in high-value areas. Alternative investments are gaining traction as a means to diversify portfolios. Lower interest rates could stimulate housing demand but may not significantly impact high-net-worth clients. Market valuations are currently high, raising concerns about potential downside risks. Government intervention in markets raises questions about the future of economic stability. Digital assets like Bitcoin are becoming more mainstream but remain highly speculative. Younger investors are more open to alternative investments compared to older generations.🎧 Subscribe to the Native Angelino Podcast: https://bit.ly/Subscribe-NativeAngelinoConversations with strategists, technicians, and culture shapers.Smart insight from a Native Angelino perspective.Adam Phillips, CFA®, CAIA, CFP® Adam is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®), a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®), and has been included on the Forbes NextGen Best-in-State Wealth Advisors 2019 list. He is a member of the CFA Society of Los Angeles and the CFA Institute. Adam helps establish asset allocation strategy as a member of the EP Wealth Investment Committee, which supports all EP Wealth Advisors and their clients. He is a graduate of USC and earned his MBA at UCLA.About Tom LevineTom Levine is a Native Angelino and graduate of USC Marshall School of Business, the Claremont Colleges, and spent a term at the London School of Economics. Native Angelino Real Estate, established 2017, for residential, commercial and investment related transactions. Additionally, he is a broker and certified Short Sale and Forclosure specialist under the National Association of Realtors. (CADRE 02052698)L.A. locals state with pride, "You can surf in the morning and ski in the afternoon." Well, if you get a really early start, it's true. Sometimes.Los Angeles is the City of the Angels, and Tom Levine is a Native Angelino.ANALYSIS BYTom Levine | Native Angelino Real Estate | Los Angeles25+ years in capital markets. USC Marshall School of Business. Claremont Colleges. London School of Economics. California real estate broker since 2017. Writing on commission compression, brokerage economics, and market structure since 2022.Before Sitzer Burnett. Before Compass Anywhere. Before the portal wars reached their current scale. The analysis here is independent. No portal agreements. No platform incentives.Native Angelino with Tom Levine | YouTubeINDEPENDENT. FOUNDER LED. CLIENT FOCUSED. WE KNOW LOS ANGELESNative Angelino Real Estate does not participate in portal incentive structures. No Compass alliance. No Zillow preferred agent program. No internal matching incentives. No debt service obligations that require volume at the expense of judgment. The only alignment here is with the client.Tom Levine | Broker | CADRE 02052698Los Angeles | Beverly Hills, CA 90209(213) 915 6161 | LinkedInSchedule a ConsultationNeither the author, nor Native Angelino is a registered investment advisor, legal, tax professional or broker / dealer. All investment/ financial opinions expressed here are from the personal research, experience, and opinions of the owner of the site and are intended as educational material. Although best efforts are made to ensure that all information is accurate, occasionally unintended errors and misprints may occur. Do your Own Research please. Our content is for informational purposes only. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.1929.live

August 5, 202550 min

Back to the Future: Tariffs and the Return of Old Ideas

🎙️ Guest: Peter McNally, CFA🎧 Episode Title: The Return of Industrial Risk🗓️ Published: [Insert Date]📍 Topics: Tariffs, Trade Policy, Supply Chains, Energy Markets, CapEx, Nuclear, AI Infrastructure🔹 Episode SummaryIn this conversation, Tom Levine speaks with Peter McNally, CFA of Third Bridge about how the return of tariffs, the hesitancy around long-term capital investment, and the future of energy are reshaping the economy.McNally explains why many so-called reshoring announcements may just be “window dressing,” how cheap natural gas, as much as, policy—displaced coal, and why nuclear innovation may take longer than public timelines admit. From AI-driven energy demand to restarting Three Mile Island, this episode looks at what happens when old industrial tools become relevant again.🧠 HighlightsWhy companies are absorbing tariffs in the short-run instead of rewiring supply chainsThe silent CapEx pause — and what it means for marketsLNG, shale, and the fracking technologies that changed U.S. energySmall Modular Reactors and the limits of nuclear scale-upAI data centers, power shortages, and the real energy bottleneck“We’re all going to have to be students again.”🔗 Resources & MentionsGuest: Peter McNally – Third BridgeReference: Cheniere Energy (LNG)Topics: SMRs, Trade Policy, Data Center Buildouts📬 Subscribe for MoreSmart conversations about policy, power, and real capital in Los Angeles and beyond.🎧 Full archive: https://www.1929.live----00:00 Economic Impact of Tariffs02:20 Long-term Capital Expenditure Trends04:48 The Role of Third Bridge in Market Analysis07:36 Tariffs and Global Trade Perspectives10:14 The Future of Railroads and Shipping12:34 Consolidation in the Rail Industry15:14 The Intersection of Rail and Trucking17:35 Airlines and Economic Resilience24:28 Post-COVID Travel Demand Surge25:45 Energy Sector Innovations and LNG Success27:19 Technological Advances in Energy Production30:14 Natural Gas: The Future of Energy30:58 Data Centers and Energy Demand34:08 Nuclear Energy: Challenges and Opportunities38:55 Investing in Energy: The Case for Natural Gas43:33 Market Overview: Corporate Earnings and Valuations48:47 Wealth Disparity and Consumer Health50:44 Native Angelino Podcast This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.1929.live

July 15, 202541 min

Charting the Markets with Katie Stockton, CMT | July 2025

In this episode, Tom Levine asks Katie Stockton of Fairlead Strategies how she uses technical analysis—price charts, support and resistance levels, and momentum signals—to interpret market behavior. The summer of 2025 has brought new stock market highs even in the face of tariffs, potential trade wars, shooting wars, a declining dollar and continued volatility across asset classes.Katie Stockton, CMT is a nationally recognized expert in technical analysis and the founder of Fairlead Strategies, an independent research firm.Her approach helps investors and advisors navigate complex markets through structure, not speculation.Katie’s work encompasses all major sectors of the stock market, the bond market, gold, and bitcoin/crypto — with a disciplined, chart-driven method grounded in technical indicators and trend analysis.This conversation was recorded in July 2025 as part of the Native Angelino Podcast with Tom Levine and is the third in the series with Katie. Links to the archived episodes are in the show notes.About Katie StocktonKatie Stockton, CMT is Founder and Managing Partner of Fairlead Strategies, LLC, an independent research firm and investment advisor focused on technical analysis. She is the portfolio manager for the Fairlead Tactical Sector ETF (TACK), launched in 2022.Prior to forming Fairlead Strategies, Katie spent more than 20 years on Wall Street providing technical research and advice to institutional investors. She served as Chief Technical Strategist for BTIG and Chief Market Technician at MKM Partners, and worked with teams at Morgan Stanley and Wit Soundview.Katie holds the distinction of being the youngest female to have attained the Chartered Market Technician (CMT®) designation in 2001. She has served as Vice President of the CMT Association and currently sits on the board of Cary Street Partners.As an official CNBC contributor, she regularly shares market perspectives and is often quoted in Barron’s and MarketWatch.—🎧 Subscribe to the Native Angelino Podcast: https://bit.ly/Subscribe-NativeAngelinoConversations with strategists, technicians, and culture shapers.Smart insight from a Native Angelino perspective. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.1929.live

August 26, 202420 min

American Real Estate Of The Union

One year ago, Jason Haber organized a petition seeking the resignation of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) President Kenny Parcell. Within days, the executive was gone, and Haber's life had changed forever.The petition's momentum, albeit rapid and fierce, can not compare to the tectonic shifts already in motion in the real estate industry. For years, multiple clusters of fanged lawsuits have worked their way through the justice system. Sitzer-Burnett vs NAR The NAR and co-defendants lost a major battle and faced a monster penalty that stoked the fear of bankruptcy with a dagger looming close to their not-so-not-for-profit hearts.The recent implementation of a DOJ and court-guided settlement (proposed) of the Sitzer-Burnett (and related) cases has changed and upended the staid and foggy practices of running a real estate business, ushering in a new era promising transparency and accountability.If the Department of Justice stays quiet (unlikely) and the Court approves the recently implemented practice changes and settlement of the Sitzer-Burnett cases, the real estate industry may be on track to compete and operate ethically in the modern era.These practice changes will undoubtedly require numerous iterations to perfect and reshape tired traditions embedded in U.S. real estate businesses. Whether or not the legacy trade association and old-line business models can adjust is to be determined.American Real Estate AssociationJason Haber and Mauricio Umansky, CEO/Founder of the Agency, announced in January the formation of a new trade organization, the American Real Estate Association, which is billed as "built by agents, for agents."The American Real Estate Association has the potential to become a significant alternative to the NAR. With a focus on modern tools and methods, it aims to avoid the bloat and rust of its elder industry mate.Jason Haber Is Not Afraid During this discussion, Haber was direct, clear, and personable, holding nothing back while describing the failings of real estate agents, brokers, brokerages and the national trade organization.His commitment to improvement, good trouble, and forward momentum inspires confidence and a desire to get involved.The winds of generational change apply not only to politics but also to the business of residential real estate.Author’s NoteHaber declined to comment when asked if the plaid shirt worn during this interview is a nod to the current election cycle and the Vice-Presidential candidate.American Real Estate Association | NYTimesHaber Rattling - Agent Comes For The NAR | The Real DealEt Tu, Agent? Commission-Based Steering in Residential Real EstatePublications and Podcasts by Tom LevineReal Estate Consultant vs Real Estate AgentWill The Realtor Settlement Be ApprovedThe Strategic Impact of the Sitzer-Burnett Settlement on Real Estate PracticesReal Estate Tokenization - Part 1Stock Market Highs and Real Estate RiskAbout The Author And Podcast HostTom Levine, leveraging a 25-year tenure in capital markets, leads Zero Hour Group and Native Angelino Real Estate, offering a suite of consulting, strategic analysis, and real estate services.An alumnus of USC Marshall School of Business and the Claremont Colleges - Pitzer College campus with a term at the London School of Economics. Additionally, he holds a CADRE broker's license and the designation certified Short Sale Specialist under the National Association of Realtors. CA DRE #02052698Schedule A Free ConsultationI consult on a range of transaction types and deal structures, I would be pleased to have a discussion. Schedule a call here.Tom Levine, Real Estate Broker and ConsultantHave a challenging transaction? Let's discuss. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.1929.live

May 23, 202436 min

Pia Mia - Renaissance Woman for A New Generation

Pia Mia - Social Media Savvy BuinesspersonApproaching a staggering 1 Billion YouTube views, 780 million TikTok views, 10 million Instagram followers, 2.5 million monthly Spotify listeners with a 77% conversion rate, Pia Mia's reach is undeniable. Big numbers for the woman from Guam who came to LA as a 13-year-old girl.Her music and creativity resonate with millions.Since arriving in California, she has collaborated on a multi-platinum record, acted in feature films, developed a branding entity and, within the last two weeks, released her first book.Episode Notes00:15 - Introduction01:15 - Book Release02:15 - From Guam to Hollywood via Urth Cafe07:00- A Drake Cover, Kanye and Dinner15:55 - Publishing vs Music Industry19:00 - SAND, Sequins, and Silicone - a reading22:00 - Anna Todd, After, Wattpadd23:00 - Branding and Social Media25:50 - Spotify engagement, TikTok, Instragram Live and YouTube31:05 - A Multi-Platinum Story35:30 - Helpful Business Tips From Pia MiaSand, Sequins & SiliconeReleased May 14, 2024 by publisher Frayed Pages x Wattpad Books. Available at Amazon, Barnes and Noble and other major retailers.Mentioned in the EpisodeMadonna Names Pia Mia as Material Girl’s Fashion DirectorPia Mia Went Viral Covering DrakeWattpad - The world's largest storytelling communityAnna Todd (writer/producer/influencer) is the New York Times best-selling authorBabyfaceJ BoogRenaissance woman - noun - a woman who has acquired profound knowledge or proficiency in more than one field.About The Author And Podcast HostTom Levine, leveraging a 25-year tenure in capital markets, leads Zero Hour Group and Native Angelino Real Estate, offering a suite of consulting, strategic analysis, and real estate services.An alumnus of USC Marshall School of Business and the Claremont Colleges - Pitzer College campus with a term at the London School of Economics. Additionally, he holds a CADRE broker's license (#02052698) and the designation certified Short Sale Specialist under the National Association of Realtors.Have a challenging transaction? Let's discuss. I consult on a range of transaction types and deal structures. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.1929.live

May 12, 20241 hr 2 min

Virtual Healthcare - A Mother's Day Message

Our guest today is Dr. Shamim Shakibai, Co-Founder and CEO of MyPreOp and Founder of Priventa Health medical missions.Episode Notes00:20 - Introduction05:30 - Dr. House and the Hospitalist12:15 - Dragon software and AI 21:45 - MyPreOp33:20 - Medical Missions41:30 - Priventa Health49:15 - Thoughts on the U.S.51:20 - Solutions 53:30 - What to do to Improve Your HealthWhat Is MyPreOp?Prior to COVID-19, telemedicine was not a reimbursable expense - under most circumstances. During the pandemic, CMS expanded reimbursement to include virtual care sessions just as for in-person medical visits.A business model of no brick-and-mortar office, streamlined and standardized test protocols, traveling nurses and technicians, and access to the physician via video-based appointment.At MyPreOp, we’ve set out to make the preoperative medical evaluation process simpler, safer, and more convenient. Thanks to telemedicine and virtual medical care, endless time spent in waiting rooms is a thing of the past. We incorporate all of the latest evidence-based guidelines in ensuring your preoperative evaluation is as thorough and comprehensive as possible. We take care of the entire process from A to Z, from arranging home- based testing to delivering your results to your surgeon/proceduralist offices seamlessly.What is Priventa Health?A 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to increasing primary care access and preventive health care across Central and South America.Piggybacking on the construction of a brand new free school for the people of Colon, El Salvador, we will be treating patients with limited access to care in a multitude of specialties. Gynecology, family practice, internal medicine, and pediatrics will all be represented. Medications will be distributed and some testing will be done free of charge. These healthcare professionals are donating their precious time, energy and focus to this effort. In addition, we will also be traveling to a mountainous area of El Salvador with difficult road access near the border of Honduras.Once medical issues are identified, we will develop targeted health education talks to the community using the school as a platform in order to further the goal of prevention of numerous medical illnesses to the benefit of the community. The progress will be tracked carefully, and if successful, will serve as a model for disease prevention that can be distributed throughout the rest of Central and South America.Mentioned on the PodcastAbout The Author And Podcast HostTom Levine, leveraging a 25-year tenure in capital markets, leads Zero Hour Group and Native Angelino Real Estate, offering a suite of consulting, strategic analysis, and real estate services.An alumnus of USC Marshall School of Business and the Claremont Colleges - Pitzer College campus with a term at the London School of Economics. Additionally, he holds a CADRE broker's license (#02052698) and the designation certified Short Sale Specialist under the National Association of Realtors.Have a challenging transaction? Let's discuss. I consult on a range of transaction types and deal structures. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.1929.live

May 3, 20241 hr 5 min

Do You Love Music and Democracy? Vote.

Consider the impact of mobilizing a love for music, Big Data, and community engagement to increase voter registration and turnout.Meet Emily White, a Founder of Collective Entertainment and the #iVoted Concerts and Festivals:A passionate advocate on behalf of democracy, committed to increasing new voter registration and civic engagement.#iVoted is a non-partisan 501(c)3 non-profit founded by entrepreneur Emily White, Mike Luba, and Pat Sansone of Wilco / The Autumn Defense. #iVoted increases voter turnout by producing record-breaking events & activating entertainment venues to let fans in who show a selfie from outside their polling place or at home with a blank & unmarked ballot.Cracking The Code - From Music Venue to Voting BoothShe has cracked the code - demographics and micro-targeting of music fans which pairs nicely with micro-targeting of voters and political engagement efforts. Emily is a Visiting Fellow at Johns Hopkins and a planning committee member of the 2024 Elijah E. Cummings Democracy & Freedom Festival.The Musicians Roadmap In 2020, the first edition of How to Build A Sustainable Music Career and Collect All Revenue Streams was published in conjunction with a podcast. The methods and techniques described have received widespread acclaim.Episode Notes00:30 - Introduction02:25 - Who is Emily White?05:15 - Grandma and Grandpa White - Swimming and Special Olympics07:20 - History of #iVoted16:30 - Living Above the Politics - Elijah E. Cummings Democracy and Freedom Festival23:25 - How To Build A Sustainable Music Career26:20 - Mining Revenue from Big Data29:30 - Prince - Musical Genius and Entrepreneur33:35 - Your Website, Pre-Orders and Bundles38:05 - A Billion Streams39:50 - The Living Wage for Musicians Act48:40 - Know Your Numbers and Your Art53:05 - Top Trending Artists - Not Who You Think59:00 - Blockchain, AI, IP, and Smart Contracts1:01:05 - The Cellist with 1 million followersMentioned in the EpisodeWe discuss streaming revenue and the range of payment per stream. As an example, Taylor Swift was mentioned and the proper estimate of 2023 revenue is $100mm on 26.1 billion streams. That’s a very big number and a minor correction to comments made during our discussion.WebsitesbeatBread - “Own your music, fund your career.”bandcamp - “an online record store and music community”PodcastsSports ManagementOlympic medalists Anthony Ervin and Jay LitherlandMusicZoe Keating, The Dresden Dolls, Amanda Palmer, Noel Gallagher, Kinto Soul, Certified TrapperVenueNo Studios , interior design by Everick BrownPhoto of Emily White - Credit: Adrian Buckmaster About The Podcast HostTom Levine, leveraging a 25-year tenure in capital markets, leads Zero Hour Group and Native Angelino Real Estate, offering a suite of consulting, strategic analysis, and real estate services.An alumnus of USC Marshall School of Business and the Claremont Colleges - Pitzer College campus with a term at the London School of Economics. Additionally, he holds a CADRE broker's license (#02052698) and the designation certified Short Sale Specialist under the National Association of Realtors.Have a challenging transaction? Let's discuss. I consult on a range of transaction types and deal structures. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.1929.live

April 25, 202433 min

America's Crisis - Prediabetes to Ozempic

Let's Talk Diabetes and Prevention38 million Americans have diabetes (about 1 in 10).Approximately 98 million American adults -- that's 1 in 3, have prediabetes.More than 80% don't know they have it. The CDC reports that 18% of adolescents have prediabetes, and it's on the rise.Episode Notes00:15 - Who is Lara Al Dandachi?01:12 - Increase in Obesity and Diabetes03:40 - Type 1 vs Type 205:30 - Body Mass Index (BMI)07:10 - GLP-1 Antagonists - Ozempic, Wegovy11:38 - Ozempic and Pregnancy14:35 - IMPORTANT - Diabetes and Prediabetes16:45 - What are Beta Cells?22:35 - Food and Drink to Eliminate From Your Diet24:15 - Ultra-Processed Foods26:45 - Mediterranean Diet28:05 - Putting Diabetes into RemissionWhat Is Prediabetes?Prediabetes is a serious health condition. Blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not yet high enough to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes. With prediabetes, action is the best medicine.American Diabetes AssociationWhat is Diabetes?About 38 million Americans have diabetes (about 1 in 10), and approximately 90-95% have type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes most often develops in people over age 45, but more and more children, teens, and young adults are also developing it.Preventing Type 2 DiabetesIf you have prediabetes, losing a small amount of weight if you're overweight and getting regular physical activity can lower your risk for developing type 2 diabetes.A small amount of weight loss means around 5% to 7% of your body weight, just 10 to 14 pounds for a 200-pound person.Regular physical activity means getting at least 150 minutes a week of brisk walking or a similar activity. That's just 30 minutes a day, five days a week.Tests for Diabetes and PrediabetesYour doctor will have you take one or more of the following blood tests to confirm the diagnosis:A1C TestThe A1C test measures your average blood sugar level over the past 3 months. An A1C below 5.7% is normal, between 5.7 and 6.4% indicates you have prediabetes, and greater than 6.5% indicates you have diabetes.Fasting Blood Sugar TestThis measures your blood sugar after an overnight fast (not eating). A fasting blood sugar level of 99 mg/dL or lower is normal, 100 to 125 mg/dL indicates you have prediabetes, and greater than 126 mg/dL indicates you have diabetes.GLP-1 Antagonists - Ozempic, Wegovy, Byetta, RybelsusThis class of drugs is commonly called glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) agonists.These drugs mimic the action of a hormone called glucagon-like peptide 1. When blood sugar levels start to rise after someone eats, these drugs stimulate the body to produce more insulin. The extra insulin helps lower blood sugar levels.Lower blood sugar levels are helpful for controlling type 2 diabetes. But it's not clear how the GLP-1 drugs lead to weight loss. Doctors do know that GLP-1s appear to help curb hunger. These drugs also slow the movement of food from the stomach into the small intestine.As a result, you may feel full faster and longer, so you eat less.Along with helping to control blood sugar and boost weight loss, GLP-1s and SGLT-2 inhibitors seem to have other major benefits. Research has found that some drugs in these groups may lower the risk of heart disease, such as heart failure, stroke and kidney disease. Source: The Mayo ClinicGuest Biography - Lara Al-DandachiLara Al-Dandachi is the Nutrition Director of the PRO (Program to Reduce Obesity) within the Division of Endocrinology at David Geffen School of Medicine and UCLA Health. Lara is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), Certified Diabetes Educator, and Obesity specialist who cares for patients in UCLA Health's Gonda Diabetes Center.She is one of very few Registered Dietitians in the nation who are triple board certified in diabetes care specialty CDCES, advanced diabetes management BC-ADM, and obesity and weight management subspecialty (CSOWM).Medical Board CertificationsAmerican Association of Diabetes Educators, 2016National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators, 2015Blackburn, Obesity Medicine, Harvard Medical School DegreesMPH, Loma Linda School of Allied Health, 2003BS in Nutrition & Dietetic, American University of Beirut About The Podcast HostTom Levine, leveraging a 25-year tenure in capital markets, leads Zero Hour Group and Native Angelino Real Estate, offering a suite of consulting, strategic analysis, and real estate services.An alumnus of USC Marshall School of Business and the Claremont Colleges - Pitzer College campus with a term at the London School of Economics. Additionally, he holds a CADRE broker's license (#02052698) and the designation certified Short Sale Specialist under the National Association of Realtors.Have a challenging transaction? Let's discuss. I consult on a range of transaction types and deal structures. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.1929.live

April 12, 20241 hr 6 min

Reinvent Yourself - The Author Awakens

Annie Logue joins the Native Angelino Podcast with Tom LevineListen now | Annie Logue From Wall Street to Author of Day Trading For Dummies | Stories of Henry Blodget’s fall, Liar's Poker, and tips for freelance writers.Stories and Advice for Aspiring FreelancersAnn Logue (rhymes with vogue) started her career as a Wall Street financial analyst covering the healthcare sector. She followed a traditional path - undergrad studied economics, earned an MBA in finance, and joined an investment bank. Then, an awakening and a career change.She is now a full-time freelance writer of six books and hundreds of articles.She regularly shares her witty thoughts on The Whatever Years (Substack).We have known each other for decades and reminisce on the ‘old days,’ including stories of WIRED Magazine, Henry Blodget’s fall from grace and reemergence at Business Insider, and the early days of the internet (Netcom, Netscape, Drugstore.com), and the dot-com bubble.Her list of ‘must have’ books for every aspiring Wall Street trainee is in the notes below. Hint: Michael Lewis’s Liar’s Poker is at the top.What is her favorite bookstore? Unabridged Bookstore in Chicago, IL.Table Of Contents00:25 From Wall Street to Author of 6 books7:30 Day Trading for Dummies11:30 Visions of Becoming a WIRED staff writer12:50 Her First Paid Clip - the New York Times16:15 Liar’s Poker and Other Books to Have on Your Shelf17:00 Salomon Brothers20:30 Disruption - Publishing Industry, Real Estate, Wall St26:30 Cost of Education40:40 Advice on Starting A Freelance Writing Career44:25 Writing Advice - Practical Tips53:04 Henry Blodget1:02:10 Annie’s Favorite Bookstore1:03 My Netcom (NETC) Story This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.1929.live

March 22, 202455 min

Lurking in Plain Sight

Joining the Native Angelino Podcast from Kyoto, Japan, Professor Linus Yamane speaks eloquently about the lessons the United States can learn from the Japanese economy. Heavy government debt levels restrain the ability of policymakers to correct problems even in light of obvious trends. An aging population, a declining population, increasing wealth disparity and education inequality pressure the social security system. What policy prescriptions are available to ensure the proper functioning and availability of the system for future generations? He correctly predicts (1:08 min) the interest rate hike by the Japan’s central bank. The first rise in 17 years and a major policy shift. The social security system is analyzed at the 17:35 mark.Update Bloomberg, Weekend Reading, March 23, 2024It was a big week for central banks, replete with surprises, told-you-so’s and new projections about where monetary policy is headed the world over. The Swiss National Bank, citing progress on inflation, became the first among global peers to cut interest rates… …the Bank of Japan ended its negative interest rate regime, the world’s last. The radical policymaking tool had been adopted to encourage bank lending, spur demand and stem disinflation. In the US, the Federal Reserve kept rates unchanged at 5.25% to 5.5% as policymakers maintained their projections for three rate cuts this year if inflation continues its retreat. But after a couple of bumps on the path back to 2%, there’s a chance the Fed could drop one of those cuts. Bio: Professor Yamane is a Professor of Economics at Pitzer College in Claremont, California. He joined the Pitzer faculty in 1988, and is currently on sabbatical (2023-2024). His research interests include the Japanese Economy, Labor Economics, Econometrics and Macroeconomics. He attended Yale University (MA, MPhil, PhD)and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (BS).Additional EpisodesThe Proposed Sitzer-Burnett SettlementIs Compass just Redfin on Steroids?The Race Between Education and TechnologyAbout The Author And Podcast Host Tom LevineTom Levine is an LA native and graduate of USC Marshall School of Business, the Claremont Colleges, and spent a term at the London School of Economics.Following a 25 year career in capital markets, he founded Zero Hour Group in 2014. The Los Angeles, California-based firm provides consulting, strategic analysis, valuation and real estate services. Serving individuals, family offices, institutions and professional investors.“We solve complex problems. Have a difficult strategic issue, or a real estate sale that requires fresh ideas? Please schedule a a consultation”.Native Angelino Real Estate, established 2017, for residential, commercial and investment related transactions. Tom Levine is real estate consultant, broker and certified Short Sale and Forclosure specialist under the National Association of Realtors. (CADRE #2052698)The Native Angelino Podcast is underwritten and produced in conjunction with the Zero Hour Group.“From a vantage point within sight of the Hollywood Sign, seated beneath a palm tree, Tom Levine takes you on a twisted, exploratory tour of popular thought, the upside-down theories of classical economics, politics, and other strange things.Tom talks all things Los Angeles, bright new ideas, and complex topics of interest to creative thinkers and discerning skeptics.L.A. locals state with pride, "You can surf in the morning and ski in the afternoon." Well, if you get a really early start, it's true. Sometimes.Los Angeles is the City of the Angels, and Tom Levine is a Native Angelino. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.1929.live