Latest Usaf Podcast Episodes
What’s Trending: Rates Too High, Yet Somehow Too Low
USA Financial Trending Report - March 27, 2024 12:50 - 18 minutesThe Federal Reserve is in quite a conundrum - rates are both too high and too low. What people don’t realize is that there is a little-known calculation that actually helps identify this. We’ll reveal this calculation in this episode of the Trending Report, as well as cover market data as of 3/2...
What’s Trending: Active vs. Passive Portfolio Errors
USA Financial Trending Report - March 13, 2024 18:52 - 13 minutesAs humans, we tend to make very predictable errors. We’ve been on a strong bull run for quite some time now, and we’re seeing investors making the same mistakes they have in the past. In this episode of the Trending Report, we’ll take a deeper look at these active vs. passive portfolio errors, a...
Trail Talk with Brad Wilson
Behind the Win - March 11, 2024 06:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode: Sean meets with Brad Wilson, the former speaker of the Utah House of Representatives. They talk about Brads campaign running for the U.S. Senate in 2024. Brad Wilson U.S. Senate Watch the visual podcast on LSI's YouTube channel! Connect with the LSI team by following us on ...
The LSI Legacy Continues: Welcome Sarah Bertagnolli as LSI's new President & CEO.
Behind the Win - March 04, 2024 20:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode, Sean and Sarah announce the upcoming transition of Sarah stepping into her new role as the new President and CEO of LSI. They talk about LSI's legacy and the plans for taking it into the future. Learn more and contact the LSI team by visiting us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Ins...
What’s Trending: Market Up, Americans Down
USA Financial Trending Report - February 28, 2024 13:49 - 11 minutesThe stock market and GDP are up, but consumer sentiment and happiness are down. So, what’s the disconnect? In this episode of the Trending Report, we’ll talk about what this disconnect means for the stock market looking forward, as well as break down market data as of 2/23/2024. The Trending R...
Hard Work & Integrity
Behind the Win - February 26, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode, Rhonda Perkes, a consultant at Beehive State Consulting joins Sean to discuss her background and her enlightening experiences while working with former Rep. Chris Stewart and the recently elected Celeste Maloy. Learn more and contact the LSI team by visiting us on LinkedIn,...
From Small Town to Big Wins
Behind the Win - February 19, 2024 07:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsSean is Joined by Congresswoman, Celeste Maloy. They talk about Celeste's journey from small town roots to big wins serving as a U.S Representative for Utah's 2nd Congressional district. For more information about Celeste and her campaign, please visit her website. celesteforutah.com Learn...
What’s Trending: China’s Shocking Decline
USA Financial Trending Report - February 14, 2024 16:26 - 17 minutesA low birth rate, dire economy, and declining stock market are all contributing factors to China’s shocking decline. In this episode of the Trending Report, we’ll dive into what this looks like and how it relates to over to the United States, as well as covering market data as of 2/9/24. The T...
Outsourcing Strategies
Behind the Win - February 12, 2024 07:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode, Sean has the opportunity to talk with Sam Newey, LSI's SVP of commercial advancement. They talk about Sams experience with Marketstar, leveraging LSI's expertise in a commercial space and the strategies of outsourcing. Connect with the LSI team by following us on LinkedIn, Ins...
Trail Talk
Behind the Win - January 16, 2024 07:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode: Sean explains the history and background behind backcountry alpine skinning and skiing. Sam shares their experiences from visiting Africa and his service mission. Digressions include banter about a porcupine, what Pittsburg is actually good for, and finding a $100 bill in the ...
What’s Trending: 2023 Historical Stock Market Stack-Up
USA Financial Trending Report - January 10, 2024 19:46 - 13 minutesWelcome to the first Trending Report for 2024! In this edition, we’re going to take the opportunity to look back on the past year from a historical perspective. We’ll compare how 2023 stacks up in comparison to stock market performance from years past, and what that might mean for the future. ...
Inflation Reduction Act
Behind the Win - January 08, 2024 07:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode: Josh's former employment, strategy and execution of running small businesses, and the still available Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act funding. Then, the Inflation Reduction Act, funding for environmental projects, and the future of the 8a program. Connect with the LSI...
100th
Behind the Win - January 02, 2024 19:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode: Sean Slatter, Sarah Bertagnolli, Summer Gray, James Taylor, Jill Flygare, Bill Hoff, Desari Read, Jake Martin, and Lauren Layne join together to talk about their memorable moments and LSI capabilities. Connect with the LSI team by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Faceboo...
Real Estate Success!
Behind the Win - December 26, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode: A bit of history surrounding the Behind the Win podcast, Don’s background and how Sean and Don know each other, Don's time playing football at the university of Utah, and how Don got started with working in commercial real estate. Learn more and contact the LSI team by visiti...
What’s Trending: Cost-Crunch on the Homefront
USA Financial Trending Report - December 14, 2023 15:22 - 12 minutesWhat’s going on with mortgages, interest rates, and home prices? In this episode of the Trending Report, we’re going to dive into the cost-crunch taking place in the real estate market for first-time homebuyers and existing homebuyers alike. We’ll also take a look at the stock market using data ...
What’s Trending: Soft Landing with Rate Cuts
USA Financial Trending Report - November 30, 2023 16:17 - 15 minutesCertain economic professionals are calling for a soft landing, with federal reserve rate reductions taking place just around the corner. In this episode of the Trending Report, we’re going to talk about exactly what that means, how that is impactful, and what is going on in the market using data...
Interlink Capital
Behind the Win - November 20, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode: Alan’s personal and professional background, the international transaction challenges faced by small and medium sized companies, the history of Interlink, and some of the projects they’re working on today. Learn more about Interlink at https://interlinkdc.com/. Connect with ...
What’s Trending: The 60-40 Portfolio Falter
USA Financial Trending Report - November 15, 2023 13:50 - 13 minutesInvesting in the stock market is a moving target, and we’re seeing that risk like never before. The 60/40 example of a traditional basic portfolio has faltered in ways we haven’t seen since before World War II. We’ll talk about that in this episode of the Trending Report, as well as cover how th...
The Lung Precision Oncology Program (LPOP)
Borne the Battle - November 14, 2023 17:49 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 441 ratingsIn this compelling episode, we welcome Dr. Holt, a board-certified Pulmonary and Critical Care physician, associate professor at the University of Miami, and a key member of the Miami VA Healthcare System. Dr. Holt leads a highly successful lung cancer screening program, showcasing his commitme...
United Service Organizations (USO)
Behind the Win - November 13, 2023 07:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode: Adm. Reyes' professional and personal background, military life, deployments, and sacrifices. Then, the USO’s evolution and resilience programs, and how to support military spouses in employment. Learn more about the USO at USO.org. Connect with the LSI team by following ...
Think Bigger with Economic Development
Behind the Win - October 23, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode: Common bottlenecks at different levels of government and economic development organizations, the importance of thinking big and collaboration within communities, and how to set up economies for long-term growth after government intervention has expired. Want to connect with L...
What’s Trending: Worrisome Recession Indicators
USA Financial Trending Report - October 11, 2023 18:55 - 11 minutesIn this episode of the Trending Report, we’re going to discuss 12 worrisome recession indicators. We’ll talk about what those indicators are, what they’re telling us, and how the stock market is reacting and illustrating based on all that’s going on using data as of 10/6/2023. The Trending Rep...
Business Growth and Strategy
Behind the Win - October 09, 2023 06:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode: Jason’s background and career, leveraging LSI for proposal and grant success, business development growth and strategies, and the future of the Behind the Win podcast. Learn more about LSI by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, or visiting us at LSIWIN...
National Military Family Association
Behind the Win - October 02, 2023 06:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode: Besa's upbringing and her relationship with the United States military, how she got involved in journalism, and her career switch. Then, the individuals that inspired her, the mission and vision of the NMFA, and where Besa sees the future going. Learn more about the NFMA at h...
What’s Trending: 9 Facts on Government Shutdowns
USA Financial Trending Report - September 28, 2023 13:10 - 10 minutesIn this episode of the Trending Report, we’re going to get into 9 facts that will help you understand U.S. government shutdowns – how they work, how they operate, how they come to be, and what the impact might be moving forward. We’ll also cover market data as of 9/22/2023. The Trending Report...
What’s Trending: The Great Resignation Becomes The Great Gloom
USA Financial Trending Report - September 14, 2023 13:25 - 12 minutesA powerful business phenomenon has been taking place where The Great Resignation has now become what is being labeled as “The Great Gloom”. What does this mean for the stock market and corporate America? In this episode of the Trending Report, we’ll discuss how this phenomenon may play out in th...
Happy Grateful Blessed
Behind the Win - September 11, 2023 06:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode: LSI’s background, how Mayor Tran built her life and career, politics, and how they envision their futures shaking out. Listen to the Happy Grateful Blessed podcast here. Connect with the LSI team by following along on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, or by visit...
What’s Trending: 8 Charts to Decode Real Estate
USA Financial Trending Report - August 31, 2023 14:14 - 13 minutesWhat’s going on in the real estate environment, and how is it impacting the stock market? In this episode of the Trending Report, we’re going to look at eight different charts to decode what is going on and share what you might expect moving forward. We’ll also dive into market data as of 8/25/2...
Homebuilding to House Speaker
Behind the Win - August 28, 2023 06:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode: Speaker Wilson’s journey from business to politics, what it was like starting and running his own construction and homebuilding company, and the different phases of his career. Then, his most memorable experiences in the Utah legislature, advice for new lawmakers, and his goals...
Veterans Moving Forward
Behind the Win - August 21, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode: Gordon's extensive political and professional background, his time as special assistant to the Secretary of the Army, and his transition from the military to becoming a private citizen. Then, the creation of Veterans Moving Forward (VMF), his work with military spouses and fam...