In this episode, we sit down with Les Bernal of Stop Predatory Gambling to unpack what he calls “America’s most neglected major problem”—the widespread and often hidden harms of state-sponsored gambling. We explore how these systems impact families, communities, and the nation’s financial well-being. We also break down the Federal Reserve’s latest rate cut and what it means for consumers, markets, and the economy heading into the new year. On the political front, we look at how two Senate bills aimed at extending Obamacare subsidies past January 1 failed, and what that means for healthcare access going forward. For Floridians, we highlight new state laws taking effect on January 1, covering everything from public policy to consumer protections. Plus, we feature a spotlight on Jene’s Tropicals, along with a comprehensive roundup of major local and world news you need to know now.

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