Mark interviews controversial politician and broadcaster Nigel Farage in this episode. They discuss Nigel's experience as a commodities trader in the City, his views on investing, and the future of the stock market. Nigel provides an inside look at his political career, explaining how he stood alone in advocating for Brexit and used social media to make his voice heard. He shares his thoughts on the Conservative party, challenges with the benefits system, immigration, China, and more. Nigel also opens up about dealing with stress and negativity as a public figure. With his signature bluntness, humour, and charm, he engages in lively debate on controversial issues.


KEY TAKEAWAYS
Nigel was a commodities trader in metals before entering politics. He still invests but prefers long-term positions in solid, dividend-paying companies.
He credits his trading experience and sense of humour for helping him survive the stresses of politics and public scrutiny.
Nigel believes he could become Prime Minister under a proportional representation voting system.
He remains a staunch defender of Brexit despite domestic implementation problems.
Nigel thinks China invading Taiwan in 2023 is over 60% likely and could be devastating for supply chains.
He feels education should return to teaching critical thinking skills instead of moral relativism.

BEST MOMENTS

"Be true to yourself. Because if you're not happy, you'll never be happy."

"On the world stage, Brexit has been a big success. Domestically it's been terrible."

"You can't be friends with both. You have to make a decision." (On siding with Saudi Arabia over Iran)

"Nothing in our history was ever easy. There were always problems at every juncture."

VALUABLE RESOURCES

https://www.youtube.com/user/progressivepropertyhttps://www.progressiveproperty.co.uk/the-progressive-co-founders/

ABOUT THE HOST

Mark has bought, sold or has managed around 1,000 property units for himself, Rob, his family and his investors since 2003. He is a system and spreadsheet geek and has developed a complex, confidential deal analyser system of buying residential, commercial and multi-let properties.

CONTACT METHOD

Email: Markhomer@progressiveproperty.co.uk

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markhomer1

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markprogressive

Twitter: https://twitter.com/markprogressive

Mark interviews controversial politician and broadcaster Nigel Farage in this episode. They discuss Nigel's experience as a commodities trader in the City, his views on investing, and the future of the stock market. Nigel provides an inside look at his political career, explaining how he stood alone in advocating for Brexit and used social media to make his voice heard. He shares his thoughts on the Conservative party, challenges with the benefits system, immigration, China, and more. Nigel also opens up about dealing with stress and negativity as a public figure. With his signature bluntness, humour, and charm, he engages in lively debate on controversial issues.
 KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li>Nigel was a commodities trader in metals before entering politics. He still invests but prefers long-term positions in solid, dividend-paying companies.</li>
<li>He credits his trading experience and sense of humour for helping him survive the stresses of politics and public scrutiny.</li>
<li>Nigel believes he could become Prime Minister under a proportional representation voting system.</li>
<li>He remains a staunch defender of Brexit despite domestic implementation problems.</li>
<li>Nigel thinks China invading Taiwan in 2023 is over 60% likely and could be devastating for supply chains.</li>
<li>He feels education should return to teaching critical thinking skills instead of moral relativism.</li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS   "Be true to yourself. Because if you're not happy, you'll never be happy."
 "On the world stage, Brexit has been a big success. Domestically it's been terrible."
"You can't be friends with both. You have to make a decision." (On siding with Saudi Arabia over Iran)
"Nothing in our history was ever easy. There were always problems at every juncture."
VALUABLE RESOURCES 
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/progressiveproperty">https://www.youtube.com/user/progressiveproperty</a> <a href="https://www.progressiveproperty.co.uk/the-progressive-co-founders/">https://www.progressiveproperty.co.uk/the-progressive-co-founders/</a>
ABOUT THE HOST
Mark has bought, sold or has managed around 1,000 property units for himself, Rob, his family and his investors since 2003. He is a system and spreadsheet geek and has developed a complex, confidential deal analyser system of buying residential, commercial and multi-let properties.
CONTACT METHOD
Email: Markhomer@progressiveproperty.co.uk
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/markhomer1">https://www.linkedin.com/in/markhomer1</a>
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/markprogressive">https://www.facebook.com/markprogressive</a>
Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/markprogressive">https://twitter.com/markprogressive</a>

Investing, business, finance &economics - Mark Homer has the experience to help you with many of your questions & challenges. Mark My Words is a successful, eccentric & introverted businessman’s experience of 20 years with no waffle, ads, bravado or big pitches. Mark will interview the worlds most successful business, finance & money experts as well as impart his knowledge in a factual, direct manner. Mark runs & owns multiple businesses & property portfolios so teaches you what he does on a daily basis. A contrarian investor & capitalist, Mark will help you raise more finance, make more money & grow your business empire.

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