Steve Forbes: What's Ahead

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In an uncertain and rapidly changing world, Steve Forbes sits down with today’s leading business and economic minds to give listeners a better grasp of what’s ahead, and shares his own perspectives on the day’s most pressing issues.

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Spotlight: A Cuba Up North? Free Speech Is Under Such Unbelievable Threat In Canada It Would Make Orwell Blush

Steve Forbes calls out the serious free speech assault in Canada, and warns that what George Orwell imagined could soon become reality. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

4m
Mar 22, 2024
Spotlight: 'Preposterous' Case By Letitia James Against Trump Could Lead To Shockwave In The Stock Market

Steve Forbes says the "preposterous" NYC civil fraud trial against former President Trump and the deteriorating international situation could cause shockwaves in the stock market. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

4m
Mar 21, 2024
Spotlight: Schumer's Shameful Speech Targeting Israel Is Deeply Disturbing For U.S. Security

Steve Forbes slams Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer for his speech calling for new elections in Israel, and this call will have terrible results for both Israeli and U.S. security. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

4m
Mar 19, 2024
Spotlight: This Is Why The Concept Of Antitrust Should Be Junked

Steve Forbes explains why a major proposed supermarket merger between Kroger and Albertsons reveals the failure in the thinking behind antitrust, and urges the FTC to reconsider its opposition. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3m
Mar 15, 2024
Spotlight: Memo To Britain—Tories Have Acted Like A Light Version Of The Liberals And Could Be In For A Wipeout

Steve Forbes roasts the U.K. Tories for acting like a light version of the Labor Party, with high spending and senseless regulatory policies, and urges the U.S.'s close ally to get back on sound fiscal footing with smart conservative policies before it's too late. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

4m
Mar 14, 2024
Spotlight: Here Is One Big Way To Help Save The World

Steve Forbes urges world leaders to end their investments in renewables like wind and solar which he says are a waste of money and are doing nothing to help floundering economies. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

4m
Mar 12, 2024
Spotlight: Caution: Congress May Let Die A Crucial Program That Increases Internet Access

Steve Forbes warns that the Affordable Connectivity Program is under threat if Congress does not renew it—and if the program expires, it would leave countless lower-income citizens without the Internet access they need to compete in the modern economy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

4m
Mar 05, 2024
Spotlight: This Is What Major League Baseball Must Do After New Uniform Fiasco

Steve Forbes torches this season's Major League Baseball uniforms, ripping the MLB's design sense and calling for a fix. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3m
Mar 01, 2024
Spotlight: This Is How Government Subsidies Are Hurting The Semiconductor Industry

Steve Forbes explains how government subsidies are hurting the semiconductor industry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3m
Feb 29, 2024
Spotlight: This Is Why The Federal Reserve Must Cut Interest Rates At Next Month's Meeting

Steve Forbes explains why the Federal Reserve needs to cut interest rates at its next month's meeting when consensus thinking has been pushing for the Fed to sit still.  Steve Forbes shares his What’s Ahead Spotlights each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3m
Feb 27, 2024
Spotlight: This Is What Biden Must Do To Strike A Blow Against Russia As Ukraine Suffers Another Setback

Steve Forbes castigates the House for failing to pass Ukraine aid and calls out President Biden's failure to explain the key objectives in the war—and outlines key steps for the President to take to help the effort against Russian aggression. Steve Forbes shares his What’s Ahead Spotlights each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3m
Feb 22, 2024
Spotlight: These Two Disastrous Moves By President Biden Are Making The World Even More Dangerous

Steve Forbes calls out President Biden's two recent foreign policy moves—the decision to block LNG exports and the pressure on Israel not to finish off Hamas in Rafah—and how they are jeopardizing U.S. and global security. Steve Forbes shares his What’s Ahead Spotlights each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3m
Feb 20, 2024
Spotlight: Let's Be Crystal Clear — This Is Why NATO Is Vitally Important To U.S. Security

Steve Forbes explains why NATO is vitally important to the U.S., explaining its history and its crucial importance to preventing Russia's domination of Europe and the rise of global authoritarianism. Steve Forbes shares his What’s Ahead Spotlights each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3m
Feb 16, 2024
Spotlight: Sirens Are Blaring — The U.S. Could Be Careening Into Major International Disaster

Steve Forbes breaks down the terrifying economic outlook in the new CBO report—and warns that a failure to account for a vital military buildup could lead to disaster the likes of which the U.S. has never seen. Steve Forbes shares his What’s Ahead Spotlights each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

4m
Feb 13, 2024
Spotlight: Warning: Proposed Change To Taxes Could Cost You Big

Steve Forbes warns that Congress might soon rub more salt into the wounds of taxpayers by raising the cap on how much people can deduct on their federal income tax returns for state and local taxes. Steve Forbes shares his What’s Ahead Spotlights each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3m
Feb 09, 2024
Spotlight: An Open Letter Of Warning To Argentina's Javier Milei

Steve Forbes issues an open letter of "warning" to Argentina's President Javier Milei about his immediate need to replace the Peso with the U.S. dollar or risk the success of his freedom revolution. Steve Forbes shares his What’s Ahead Spotlights each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

4m
Feb 08, 2024
Spotlight: The Dark Truth About The January Jobs Report — This Is What Investors And Workers Need To Understand

Steve Forbes calls out the two major "thorns" in the seemingly rosy January jobs report—and warns that these signs of future trouble could lead to serious economic chaos. Steve Forbes shares his What’s Ahead Spotlights each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3m
Feb 06, 2024
Spotlight: Biden Is Waging War On Independent Workers — And It Means More Turbulence For Our Shaky Economy

Steve Forbes warns that President Biden's new Department of Labor rule, which pertains to the nation's tens of millions of independent workers, will stifle the economy and impede the freedoms enjoyed by the self-employed. Steve Forbes shares his What’s Ahead Spotlights each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3m
Feb 02, 2024
Spotlight: The Economy Is Doing Better — But Unfortunately, Key Factors Point To A Rocky Road Ahead

Steve Forbes reacts to a positive economic picture, with improved interest rates, consumer sentiment, stocks, and more— but warns that key rumblings on the horizon mean dark days are ahead. Steve Forbes shares his What’s Ahead Spotlights each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

4m
Feb 01, 2024
Spotlight: Why A Third Party Candidate Could Win The White House In 2024

Steve Forbes breaks down the 2024 race, which is looking like a grudge match between President Biden and former President Trump—and could enable a shock victory from a third party candidate. Steve Forbes shares his What’s Ahead Spotlights each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3m
Jan 25, 2024
Spotlight: The Supreme Court Could Soon Fix The 40-Year Chevron Mistake — But If It Doesn't, Freedom Will Take A Hit

Steve Forbes talks about two crucial cases taken on by the Supreme Court involving Chevron deference, which gave government agencies massive powers—and if the top court doesn't reign them in, citizens' freedoms will continue to be eroded. Steve Forbes shares his What’s Ahead Spotlights each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3m
Jan 23, 2024
Spotlight: Bad U.S. Policies Are Giving China A Huge Competitive Advantage In The Nuclear Power Renaissance

Steve Forbes calls out bad policies that are hampering the U.S. in leading the world in a dynamic nuclear power renaissance—and allowing China to get far ahead. Steve Forbes shares his What’s Ahead Spotlights each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

4m
Jan 19, 2024
Spotlight: Don't Be Fooled — Biden's War Against Oil And Gas Is Far From Over

Steve Forbes explains why President Biden's war on oil and gas is only being tamped down for the 2024 election—and how the President still has fossil fuels in his crosshairs. Steve Forbes shares his What’s Ahead Spotlights each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3m
Jan 18, 2024
Spotlight: California Is Becoming The North Korea Of Taxation—And Things Are Only Getting Worse

Steve Forbes calls out the extreme taxation in California, and calls out a new "worldwide wealth tax" that he says will only lead to more rich people fleeing the Golden State. Steve Forbes shares his What’s Ahead Spotlights each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3m
Jan 12, 2024
Spotlight: Is Biden Merely "President In Name Only"?: Lloyd Austin's Disappearance Begs The Question

Steve Forbes calls out Defense Sec. Lloyd Austin's hospitalization controversy as possible evidence that President Biden is a barely engaged Commander in Chief who isn't really calling the shots. Steve Forbes shares his What’s Ahead Spotlights each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3m
Jan 11, 2024
Spotlight: Why The December Jobs Report Spells One Word: Trouble

Steve Forbes explains why the apparently positive jobs report from December is not what it seems—and explains why the economy is most likely poised for very rocky times. Steve Forbes shares his What’s Ahead Spotlights each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

4m
Jan 09, 2024
Spotlight: Say No To A Carbon Tax: The Absolute Definitive Takedown

Steve Forbes explains why carbon taxes are a downright terrible idea, and why its proponents simply don't understand the environment or economics. Steve Forbes shares his What’s Ahead Spotlights each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3m
Jan 05, 2024
Spotlight: Investors Take Note: Here Are Two Things That Can Ruin The Bull Market

Steve Forbes reveals the two factors that could scuttle the bull market: a shock monetary crisis, and the possible unraveling of the U.S.-led world order. Steve Forbes shares his What’s Ahead Spotlights each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3m
Jan 04, 2024
Spotlight: Here's Why President Biden Is So Weak And Why It Endangers The Whole World

Steve Forbes calls out President Biden for his shocking weakness, which is putting the U.S., and the rest of the world, in ever-growing danger. Steve Forbes shares his What’s Ahead Spotlights each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3m
Dec 21, 2023
Spotlight: Biden Trying To Blow Untold Billions On This "Monumental Waste Of Government Money"

Steve Forbes roasts President Biden's decision to spend billions of dollars on high-speed rail projects that are as massive as they are wasteful. Steve Forbes shares his What’s Ahead Spotlights each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3m
Dec 19, 2023