At first glance, Jack Vale appears to be just another ordinary middle-aged man. He could easily be the friendly fellow in a flannel shirt selling charcoal at your neighborhood hardware store, doling out advice on how to smoke a Boston butt or grill a rack of St. Louis-style spare ribs.
However, beneath this unassuming exterior lies a penchant for unconventional humor. Like many Americans, he frequents Walmart weekly, but instead of shopping for mundane items like T-shirts and toothpaste, he chooses to play pranks on unsuspecting shoppers.
To document his antics, his son remains positioned discreetly nearby, capturing every hilarious moment with a hidden camera. Vale then shares these outrageous videos on YouTube, where he has amassed over 1.8 million subscribers, turning his unique brand of humor into a profitable venture.
Of course, the flatulence sounds are not genuine. Vale employs a novelty toy he created called The Pooter to mimic the crude noises. Reactions from bystanders vary from laughter to disgust. In the About section of his YouTube channel, Vale remarks, “I like when people laugh.”
While Vale’s antics may be entertaining, one might ponder whether there are more constructive paths to success in life—such as bringing eggs to market or extracting oil for energy. Such endeavors contribute to tangible wealth. Continue reading
Despite the ongoing efforts of reformers to impose control, there are individuals who persist beyond the reach of their grasp. For instance, in the rural corners of America, the distant sounds of Saturday night gatherings still echo beneath the expansive oak trees.
In defiance of conventional norms, these revelers gather under the glow of the moonlight, dancing to the lively rhythm of zydeco while enjoying beverages made from corn syrup and fermented grain. These barn dancers prove that, even in a time marked by expansive government reach and issues like mass fentanyl addiction, there still exist pockets in the lower forty-eight states where freedom flourishes.
Globally, there exist enclaves where individuals can cook using gas-burning stoves, far from legal restrictions. These unique spaces, each with their own distinctive culture and vibe, share a common sentiment: people primarily desire to be left alone by their governments.
Likewise, the historical backwoods of Europe, though rare, have not been entirely diminished. Continue reading
Scott Bessent would have been wise to remain silent and keep his funds private.
This billionaire was enjoying a prosperous life, successfully managing his hedge fund, Key Square Group, while restoring historic pink mansions in Charleston with his husband and their children. However, his decision to financially support Donald Trump’s election bid altered his trajectory.
In return for his support, President-elect Trump tapped Bessent to be the Secretary of the Treasury. This may have been Bessent’s ambition all along, but it’s likely that he will come to regret this choice.
Recently, Bessent faced a confirmation hearing with the Senate Finance Committee where he expressed his desire to be the steward of Trump’s economic agenda, aiming to “unleash a new economic golden age.”
In the lead-up to this hearing, Senator Elizabeth Warren took aim at Bessent, who found himself in the crosshairs of her scrutiny. Warren is known for her myriad plans; as of now, she has 81 plans for addressing various issues through big government solutions outlined on her website. Continue reading
The first week of 2025 is drawing to a close, and the final days of President Biden’s presidency cannot arrive soon enough. After four years characterized by rampant deficits and extensive government intervention, both the economy and the stock market are in a state of distortion, inflated beyond sustainable limits.
President-elect Trump aims to maintain the momentum of the economy and the stock market. He recognizes that rising asset prices and low unemployment create an illusion of good health. As a reality TV personality, Trump is keen on maintaining this favorable image, wanting high stock indexes and low unemployment to validate his policies.
Simultaneously, Trump expresses the intention to curtail deficit spending, advocating for cuts in waste and inefficiency. While these goals are commendable, they clash with the desire to keep the economic and stock market upswings going.
Does Trump realize that the current economic buoyancy is tied to deficit spending? What would occur if $2 trillion in deficit spending were removed? Would this destabilize the economy and lead to falling stock prices? Continue reading
