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Worldwide ExchangeWorldwide ExchangeBig Week for Inflation and the Consumer 05/13/24The market's record run could hit a snag as Wall Street faces a series of litmus tests around inflation and the consumer. Callan Family Office's RaeAnne Mitrione and Freedom Capital Markets' Jay Woods discuss how to position from here. Plus, Walmart and Home Depot will offer key insight into spending trends when they report earnings this week. Former Walmart CEO Bill Simon and Jane Hali & Associates' Jessica Ramirez explain. And, consumer prices in China rose in April, marking the third straight month of gains. Longview Global's Dewardric McNeal lays out the outlook. 2024-05-1343 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackSeason 2 Episode 3 Evolving Dynamics: Southeast Asia Through Marc Mealy's LensEpisode Overview:In this insightful episode, we welcome back Marc Mealy for another deep dive into the Southeast Asian socio-political and economic landscape. As the first-ever guest on The Point and the Pushback, Marc set a high bar in Season One, Episode One, and now returns to update us on the evolving dynamics within the ASEAN region.Featured Guest: Mr. Marc MealyMarc Mealy, a seasoned expert on international trade and economic policy, especially within ASEAN countries, rejoins us to shed light on the pressing issues, interests...2024-04-1641 minWorldwide ExchangeWorldwide ExchangePolitics vs. Markets, U.S. CEOs in China, and Baltimore Bridge Collapse Business Impact 3/27/24Shares of Donald Trump's social media company jumped more than 50% in their trading debut yesterday. TD Cowen's Jaret Seiberg discusses the intersection between politics and markets. Plus, China's Xi Jinping is meeting with U.S. executives this week. Longview Global's Dewardric McNeal explains. And, what does the Francis Scott Key Bridge's collapse mean for the global supply chain? Freightos' Judah Levine weighs in. 2024-03-2742 minWorldwide ExchangeWorldwide ExchangePotential TikTok Ban, Rising Housing Costs, and Japan Wage Hikes 3/13/24Lawmakers are set to vote on a bill that could ban TikTok in the U.S. Longview Global's Dewardric McNeal lays out the impact on geopolitics and the economy. Plus, housing is still one of the stickiest parts of inflation. Brown Harris Stevens' Bess Freedman explains. And, several Japanese companies have agreed to grant workers their biggest pay increases since the 1990's. Goldman Sachs' Tomohiro Ota discusses what this means for the Bank of Japan. 2024-03-1342 minWorldwide ExchangeWorldwide ExchangeRed Sea Attacks, the Taiwan Election, and Big Bank Earnings 01/16/24Houthi rebels are continuing their attacks in the Red Sea despite airstrikes by the U.S. and its allies last week. Milken Institute's William Lee explains. Plus, 2024 may be the year of elections, with roughly half the world's population heading to the polls. Longview Global's Dewardric McNeal discusses the Taiwan election. And, Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley round out this season's big bank earnings. Essex Investment Management's Nancy Prial tees up the results. 2024-01-1645 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackJames T. Ham (Season 2 Episode 2)In this episode, I am honored to have with me a man whose career is a tapestry of service, leadership, and global impact. He has spent over 30 years serving in places that rarely make the news but are important nonetheless.  Joining us this evening is Mr. James T. Ham, a name that resonates with so many here in Washington for his dedication and exemplary service in government.James has recently retired from the US government but is still providing servant leadership to many of the country’s youth.  His story is not just about the positions he's held...2024-01-0649 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackThinley Choden Episode One (Final)Welcome, ladies and gentlemen, to a brand new season of 'The Point and the Pushback.' It's been a while since we last connected, and I'm thrilled to kick off season two with a mission that's both simple and profound – to introduce you to remarkable individuals whom I believe you should know. For our season premiere, I am honored to have a dear friend of mine for the past 20 years, hailing from the enchanting kingdom of Bhutan. Join me in extending a warm welcome to the extraordinary Ms. Thinley Choden!Thinley Choden is a social entrepreneur and co...2023-12-0252 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackThinley Choden Episode OneWelcome, ladies and gentlemen, to a brand new season of 'The Point and the Pushback.' It's been a while since we last connected, and I'm thrilled to kick off season two with a mission that's both simple and profound – to introduce you to remarkable individuals whom I believe you should know. For our season premiere, I am honored to have a dear friend of mine for the past 20 years, hailing from the enchanting kingdom of Bhutan. Join me in extending a warm welcome to the extraordinary Ms. Thinley Choden!Thinley Choden is a social entrepreneur and co...2023-12-0253 minWorldwide ExchangeWorldwide ExchangeU.S.-China Relations, Stocks’ Win Streak Snapped, and Chip Check-In 11/10/23Treasury secretary Janet Yellen will meet with China’s vice premier for a second day today ahead of next week’s APEC Summit. Longview Global’s Dewardric McNeal tees up the event. Plus, the markets are facing fresh pressure after the S&P 500 and Nasdaq snapped their longest win streaks in two years. Regions Wealth Management’s Alan McKnight and Matrix Asset Advisors’ David Katz explain. And, shares of Navitas Semiconductor are popping on a third quarter earnings beat. Navitas CEO Gene Sheridan discusses the company’s outlook. 2023-11-1044 minWorldwide ExchangeWorldwide ExchangeThe Path Forward for Rates, the Final Trading Week in August, and Gina Raimondo in China 8/28/23Jerome Powell says additional interest rate increases could be ahead as inflation remains stubbornly high. Former Fed Vice Chair Roger Ferguson explains. Plus, markets are kicking off the final trading week in August, capping off what’s been a negative month for stocks. Investopedia’s Caleb Silver discusses. And, U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo is in China this week, holding high stakes meetings with key senior officials and business leaders. Longview Global’s Dewardric McNeal describes the global impact. 2023-08-2844 minWorldwide ExchangeWorldwide ExchangeTech's Big Week, Oil Prices, and Chinese Stocks 8/7/23Tech is coming off a big week of earnings, with Apple notching its worst single day performance of the year. Arete Research's Richard Kramer discusses the outlook. Plus, oil prices are holding steady after Saudi Arabia and Russia pledged to continue production cuts for another month. Kpler's Matt Smith explains. And, Chinese authorities are reportedly putting pressure on local experts to avoid discussing negative economic trends in China. Longview Global's Dewardric McNeal dives into the market impact. 2023-08-0744 minSquawk PodSquawk PodEric Schmidt: The Future of AI & Misinformation 6/26/23Traders are also keeping an eye on Europe, after Russia saw a brief rebellion by a private military group over the weekend. Dewardric McNeal, Longview Global managing director, discusses the broader impact of the revolt and how it may change the relationship between Russia and China. Eric Schmidt, former Google CEO and chairman, discusses the intersection of technology and war in Ukraine, the use of drones and artificial intelligence in this war, and the impact of AI on the 2024 election. Plus, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg warns of the potential for 5G flight delays for airlines that haven't upgraded altimeters by...2023-06-2632 minWorldwide ExchangeWorldwide ExchangeThe China Charm Offensive, Tesla Losing Ground, and Oil's Pricing Outlook 06/16/23Bill Gates met with China President Xi Jingping today in his first visit to the country since 2019. Longview Global's Dewardric McNeal discusses the investment impact. Plus, after capping off their longest daily win streak in a decade, shares of Tesla are losing some ground. RBC Capital Markets' Tom Narayan weighs in on the performance. And, oil prices are on track to snap a two-week losing streak due to the weaker dollar. Warwick Investment Group's Kate Richard breaks down the pricing outlook. 2023-06-1644 minWorldwide ExchangeWorldwide ExchangeOPEC's Surprise Production Cut, Taiwan's U.S. Visit, and Disney's Annual Shareholder Meeting 04/03/23Oil prices are spiking after OPEC+ made a surprise production cut of more than one million barrels per day from the market starting in May. CIBC Private Wealth's Rebecca Babin gives the energy outlook. Plus, Taiwan's president is set to wrap up her visit to the U.S. through a meeting with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and other top lawmakers. Longview Global's Dewardric McNeal explains the impact it may have on the markets. And, Disney is holding its first annual shareholder meeting since Bob Iger returned as CEO. Variety's Brent Lang discusses what to expect. 2023-04-0344 minWorldwide ExchangeWorldwide ExchangeWall Street’s Crucial Week, China’s Growth Target, and the Alternative to Stocks 03/06/23The markets are facing a crucial test this week with the February jobs report on Friday, along with Fed Chair Jay Powell’s semi-annual testimony to Congress on the economy and monetary policy. Former Fed Vice Chairman Roger Ferguson explains what to expect. Plus, China has set a modest target for economic growth this year during the annual session of its National People’s Congress. Longview Global’s Dewardric McNeal gives the latest. And, Wall Street may finally be giving way to stock alternatives, with many fund managers allocating assets in bonds, cash, emerging markets, and commodities. Girard’s Timothy...2023-03-0644 minWorldwide ExchangeWorldwide ExchangeThe New House Speaker, China’s Reopening, and Markets This Week 1/9/23Concessions made by freshly appointed House speaker Kevin McCarthy may rear their head as lawmakers take up rules to govern the new Congress and united a fractured party. Tina Fordham gives the latest. Plus, tens of thousands of travelers are flocking to China’s airports and train stations after the country reopened its borders this weekend. Dewardric McNeal explains what’s to come. And, investors are awaiting a slew of economic data this week as they search for signs of a pause or pivot in the Fed’s rate hiking campaign. Harris Financial Group’s Jamie Cox and Decatur Capital’s Degas Wr...2023-01-0945 minWorldwide ExchangeWorldwide ExchangeUnrest in China, Record Black Friday Sales, and Lower Stock Futures 11/28/22Unrest is erupting in cities across China overnight amid the country’s ever increasing COVID-19 lockdowns and restrictions. Longview Global’s Dewardric McNeal gives the latest. Plus, Black Friday saw record sales in online shopping, with a similar outcome expected for Cyber Monday today. R5 Capital’s Scott Mushkin breaks down his holiday outlook. And, markets are lower in pre-market trading. Fernwood Investment Management’s Cate Faddis and G Squared Private Wealth’s Victoria Greene discuss where they’re putting their money.2022-11-2844 minWorldwide ExchangeWorldwide ExchangeChip Stocks Are Down, Energy Stocks Are Up Ahead of a New Trading Week. 10/10/22Shares of China-based semiconductor makers are getting hit hard in overseas trading on the back of the announcement by the Biden administration of new export rules on chips. Longview Global’s Dewardric McNeal gives the latest. Plus, stocks in the energy sector are surging on the heels of OPEC+’s decision to cut production by 2 million barrels a day. CFRA’s Stewart Glickman explains where to invest. And, the major averages are posting their first positive week in the past four. Principal Asset Management’s Kamal Bhatia, JPMorgan’s Jason Hunter, and Pivotal Advisors’ Tiffany McGhee discuss the trading week ahead.2022-10-1045 minWorldwide ExchangeWorldwide ExchangeWhy Investor Sentiment is Turning More Bearish. 8/29/22Investor sentiment is turning more bearish by the day, with net short positions against S&P 500 futures at their highest levels since 2020. Piper Sandler Chief Market Technician Craig Johnson and Hennessy Funds Portfolio Manager Josh Wein lay out the trading week ahead. Plus, Gazprom will shut down the Nord Stream 1 pipeline for three days starting Wednesday. Husseini Energy President Sadad Al-Husseini discusses the European energy crisis. And, Taiwan says a legislative commission from its government will visit Washington, DC next month to boost bilateral ties. Longview Global Managing Director Dewardric McNeal dives into what this means for investors.2022-08-2945 minSquawk PodSquawk PodJackson Hole Scaries & the CCP’s Covid Price 8/23/22Markets suffered the worst day since June as investor confidence wavers ahead of the Federal Reserve’s annual meeting in Jackson Hole. Joe Kernen and Andrew Ross Sorkin break down the rough trading day and Wall Street’s expectations for the rest of this week; Morgan Stanley’s Chief Investment Officer Mike Wilson offers some perspective on the likelihood of a full-blown recession, as well as earnings reports for the rest of 2022. In China, the central bank has cut rates again as the country’s persistent Covid lockdowns take a toll on its economy. International policy analyst Dewardric McNeal discusses t...2022-08-2333 minWorldwide ExchangeWorldwide ExchangeFollowing Yesterday’s Nasdaq Rally, Tech Earnings Today Are in Focus. July 28, 2022Shares of Meta platforms are lower ahead of the open after the company reported its first ever year-on-year revenue decline. Jefferies’ Jared Weisfeld breaks down what this means for Amazon and Apple reports later today. Plus, shares of Etsy are surging after the online marketplace operator reported better-than-expected Q2 results. Jane Hali & Associates’ Jessica Ramirez dives into what this means for the retail sector. And, President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to speak later today, marking the first time the pair have spoken since March. Longview Global’s Dewardric McNeal breaks down what to expect.2022-07-2844 minWorldwide ExchangeWorldwide ExchangeWhat Investors Should Take Away from President Biden's Meeting With China's Xi; Are Consumers Still Confident Heading Into the Holiday Shopping Season?; Your Chance to Join the Exclusive Club of NFL OwnersLongview Global's Dewardric McNeal discusses the investment implications from President Biden's first face-to-face meeting with China's Xi Jinping. Plus, Jharonne Martis of Refinitiv details what to expect from the big retailers as we head into the holiday season, and whether consumers are still feeling as confident in their finances. And, how you can buy a piece of an NFL team -- the Green Bay Packers are selling shares in the franchise for the first time in a decade.2021-11-1645 minWorldwide ExchangeWorldwide ExchangeAlcohol trends, Box office weekend, China economyPernod Ricard posted strong full year results, as bars are reopening while consumers continue to buy alcohol for home consumption. North America CEO Ann Mukherjee joins us to discuss the state of the industry. Plus, Labor Day weekend is not typically a strong one for the box office, but this year could look different. Comscore’s Paul Dergarabedian joins to talk about what to expect. And data out of the Chinese economy shows that it might be slowing. We speak with contributor Dewardric McNeal about the numbers.2021-09-0345 minWorldwide ExchangeWorldwide ExchangeSecuring Supplies of the World's Most Critical Elements is One of the Most Bipartisan Efforts in America; What to Expect from Mega-Cap Tech Earnings; China's Motivation for Cracking Down on its Homegrown IndustriesBrian Sullivan visits America's only operating rare earth mineral mine, to see what's changed in the supply and processing of these critical elements. Plus, Tim Lesko of Granite Investment Advisors highlights what investors need to hear from tech giants Apple, Alphabet and Microsoft when they report earnings. And, Dewardric McNeal of Longview Global says nearly every tech company summoned to a meeting with the Chinese government last fall has now come under some type of regulatory action.2021-07-2745 minWorldwide ExchangeWorldwide ExchangeOPEC deal reached, China tensions, Oil and gas drillingOPEC+ has reached a deal on barrel output. We discuss the implications with Helima Croft of RBC. Plus, tensions between the U.S. and China are still on the rise, and they could impact American business operations. We speak with Longview’s Dewardric McNeal. And Brian Sullivan’s RBI focuses on whether investors will still be willing to pay oil and gas companies for drilling in the future.2021-07-1944 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackSeason 2: Teaser No. 3We will be back real soon with season #2. Stay tuned! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dewardric-mcneal/support2021-07-1001 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackSeason 2: Teaser No. 3We will be back real soon with season #2. Stay tuned!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dewardric-mcneal/support2021-07-1001 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackSeason 2 Teaser No. 2Ladies and Gentlemen (Listeners both new and old): Season 2 of The Point and the Pushback is coming to you real soon! Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcast and STAY TUNED! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dewardric-mcneal/support2021-05-2401 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackSeason 2 Teaser No. 2Ladies and Gentlemen (Listeners both new and old):Season 2 of The Point and the Pushback is coming to you real soon!Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcast and STAY TUNED!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dewardric-mcneal/support2021-05-2401 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackSeason 2 Teaser No. 1Listeners, You've been missed but I want you to know that Season 2 of The Point and the Pushback will be back soon!  Please listen wherever you get your podcasts and do not forget to subscribe.  Stay tuned for Season 2 and a continuation of the journey through my database. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dewardric-mcneal/support2021-05-1701 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackSeason 2 Teaser No. 1Listeners,You've been missed but I want you to know that Season 2 of The Point and the Pushback will be back soon!  Please listen wherever you get your podcasts and do not forget to subscribe.  Stay tuned for Season 2 and a continuation of the journey through my database.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dewardric-mcneal/support2021-05-1701 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 15: Season Finale -- It's All About The MusicIt is week 15 and we are at the end of season one of The Point and the Pushback.  This week's show is a tribute to all of the talented musicians who contribute so much to the sound and character of the show. One of the goals that I had for the show was to do something very different for Washington DC.  I wanted the show to sound like nothing that I was hearing in the "Podcasphere" and I knew that music could help me offer something a little different and help me tell the stories of my guests each week.  So...2021-04-1236 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 15: Season Finale -- It's All About The MusicIt is week 15 and we are at the end of season one of The Point and the Pushback.  This week's show is a tribute to all of the talented musicians who contribute so much to the sound and character of the show.One of the goals that I had for the show was to do something very different for Washington DC.  I wanted the show to sound like nothing that I was hearing in the "Podcasphere" and I knew that music could help me offer something a little different and help me tell the stories of my guests each week.  So...2021-04-1235 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 14: Introducing Ms. Elina NoorOn this week’s show we explore the professional journey of one of the many people living and working in Washington as foreign professionals. We hear about the professional journey and experiences of my guest who was born in Malaysia, educated in the United Kingdom and the United States, but has worked her way up the career ladder here in Washington DC. A refreshingly diverse and different perspective on the issues of the day and another important look into professional life here in Washington DC. It is a pleasure to welcome my profile of the week and friend Ms Elina No...2021-04-0548 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 14: Introducing Ms. Elina NoorOn this week’s show we explore the professional journey of one of the many people living and working in Washington as foreign professionals. We hear about the professional journey and experiences of my guest who was born in Malaysia, educated in the United Kingdom and the United States, but has worked her way up the career ladder here in Washington DC.A refreshingly diverse and different perspective on the issues of the day and another important look into professional life here in Washington DC.It is a pleasure to welcome my profile of the week and friend Ms Elina No...2021-04-0547 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 13: Introducing Ms. Nicolaine M. Lazarre (Nicole)This week we travel to Brooklyn to meet my profile of the week, Ms. Nicole M. Lazarre.  She is the General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer for the Urban Resources Institute, the largest domestic violence shelter provider in the United States. Prior to her role at the Urban Resources Institute she served as General Counsel to the National Urban League, one of the legacy civil rights organizations here in the United States. She is always working to make the world a better place and this week we follow her work starting in Houston, Texas working on the front lines for t...2021-03-281h 06The Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 13: Introducing Ms. Nicolaine M. Lazarre (Nicole)This week we travel to Brooklyn to meet my profile of the week, Ms. Nicole M. Lazarre.  She is the General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer for the Urban Resources Institute, the largest domestic violence shelter provider in the United States.Prior to her role at the Urban Resources Institute she served as General Counsel to the National Urban League, one of the legacy civil rights organizations here in the United States.She is always working to make the world a better place and this week we follow her work starting in Houston, Texas working on the front lines for t...2021-03-281h 05The Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 12: Introducing Ms. Jennifer SchausIn fiscal year 2019, the US government awarded over $590 billion in federal contracts.  The federal government and all of its many departments and agencies have robust procurement programs used to purchase everything from paper plates to stealth planes, from simple screws to space satellites.  There are many "heavy hitters" who get awarded these lucrative contracts every year but there are also a number of small businesses, "Mom&Pop" shops, women & minority owned businesses who are awarded federal contracts every year. However, if you are new to this space and interested in learning more we strongly suggest seeking out an experienced hand to...2021-03-2145 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 12: Introducing Ms. Jennifer SchausIn fiscal year 2019, the US government awarded over $590 billion in federal contracts.  The federal government and all of its many departments and agencies have robust procurement programs used to purchase everything from paper plates to stealth planes, from simple screws to space satellites.  There are many "heavy hitters" who get awarded these lucrative contracts every year but there are also a number of small businesses, "Mom&Pop" shops, women & minority owned businesses who are awarded federal contracts every year.However, if you are new to this space and interested in learning more we strongly suggest seeking out an experienced hand to...2021-03-2144 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 11: The Producer’s CutWelcome to Episode 11, “The Producer’s Cut,” a look back at 10 weeks of The Point and the Pushback. We rewind and revisit some of the favorite cuts selected by the producer and host of the show. The “Producer’s Cut” is also a way to say thank you to all of the previous guests and thank you to the committed listeners. It is also a way to allow new listeners to sample the show and encourage them to join us. Let’s hit rewind and hear some choice cuts from the show. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to...2021-03-1337 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 11: The Producer’s CutWelcome to Episode 11, “The Producer’s Cut,” a look back at 10 weeks of The Point and the Pushback. We rewind and revisit some of the favorite cuts selected by the producer and host of the show. The “Producer’s Cut” is also a way to say thank you to all of the previous guests and thank you to the committed listeners. It is also a way to allow new listeners to sample the show and encourage them to join us. Let’s hit rewind and hear some choice cuts from the show. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dewar...2021-03-1336 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 10: Introducing Ms. Jenny TownOn this week's show we are joined by my profile of the week, Ms. Jenny Town. Jenny is a Senior Fellow at the Stimson Center and the Director of Stimson’s 38 North Program. Her expertise is in North Korea, US-DPRK relations, US-ROK alliance and Northeast Asia regional security.Ms. Town is also an expert reviewer for Freedom House’s Freedom in the World Index, where she previously worked on the Human Rights in North Korea Project; an Associate Fellow at the Foreign Policy Institute at Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS), a Member of the National Committee on Nort...2021-03-061h 00The Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 10: Introducing Ms. Jenny TownOn this week's show we are joined by my profile of the week, Ms. Jenny Town. Jenny is a Senior Fellow at the Stimson Center and the Director of Stimson’s 38 North Program. Her expertise is in North Korea, US-DPRK relations, US-ROK alliance and Northeast Asia regional security. Ms. Town is also an expert reviewer for Freedom House’s Freedom in the World Index, where she previously worked on the Human Rights in North Korea Project; an Associate Fellow at the Foreign Policy Institute at Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS), a Member of the National Committee on Nort...2021-03-061h 01The Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 9: Introducing Ms. Tonija Hope NavasThis week we are joined by my Profile of the Week, Ms. Tonija Hope Navas, Director of the Ralph J. Bunch International Affairs Center at Howard University.  Tonija brings over 20 years of professional and lived experiences in international exchange, international education, and programs management. In Episode 9, her professional and life experiences shine bright throughout our discussion about her career journey, which included living and working in Latin America and time working in the restaurant business for the "chef saving the world" and Founder of World Central Kitchen, Mr. Jose Andres. First, Tonija takes us to St. Paul Minnesota where she a...2021-02-2756 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 9: Introducing Ms. Tonija Hope NavasThis week we are joined by my Profile of the Week, Ms. Tonija Hope Navas, Director of the Ralph J. Bunche International Affairs Center at Howard University.  Tonija brings over 20 years of professional and lived experiences in international exchange, international education, and programs management.In Episode 9, her professional and life experiences shine bright throughout our discussion about her career journey, which included living and working in Latin America and time working in the restaurant business for the "chef saving the world" and Founder of World Central Kitchen, Mr. Jose Andres.First, Tonija takes us to St. Paul Minnesota where she a...2021-02-2755 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 8 -- Black History Month Special Edition: Political Progress from Darkness to Light!In this episode we continue our narrative journey through the trials and tribulations of Black citizens seeking to exercise their full political and civil rights as citizens in the United States of America.  In this episode we journey from darkness into the light and witness the growing political participation and power of Black Americans.  We open the episode with darkness and faint hope about the condition and future of Black America.  We hear deep laments from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and James Baldwin as they reflect on the elections of 1964 and 1968, which harkens back to the conditions that we exp...2021-02-2038 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 8 -- Black History Month Special Edition: Political Progress from Darkness to Light!In this episode we continue our narrative journey through the trials and tribulations of Black citizens seeking to exercise their full political and civil rights as citizens in the United States of America.  In this episode we journey from darkness into the light and witness the growing political participation and power of Black Americans.  We open the episode with darkness and faint hope about the condition and future of Black America.  We hear deep laments from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and James Baldwin as they reflect on the elections of 1964 and 1968, which harkens back to the conditions that we exp...2021-02-2037 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 7: Introducing Mr. Kenneth Goodwin Jr.Joining me on this week’s show is Mr. Kenneth Goodwin Jr., Managing Partner and Founder of Jeanensis Capital Management. In this episode Ken takes the listeners on a fascinating journey through the highlights of his career taking us down to the floor of the Tokyo Stock Exchange, around Japan, and then along for the ride on Wall Street.He is an early adopter of the cryptocurrency revolution, fintech, and blockchain technologies. Ken explains how he believes these technologies will transform the market place and offers his thoughts on how these technologies could level the playing field for black farmers, he...2021-02-1357 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 7: Introducing Mr. Kenneth Goodwin Jr.Joining me on this week’s show is Mr. Kenneth Goodwin Jr., Managing Partner and Founder of Jeanensis Capital Management. In this episode Ken takes the listeners on a fascinating journey through the highlights of his career taking us down to the floor of the Tokyo Stock Exchange, around Japan, and then along for the ride on Wall Street. He is an early adopter of the cryptocurrency revolution, fintech, and blockchain technologies. Ken explains how he believes these technologies will transform the market place and offers his thoughts on how these technologies could level the playing field for black farmers, he...2021-02-1358 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 6: A Black History Month Profile In Courage: Mrs. Fannie Lou HamerIn honor of Black History Month we travel back to rural Mississippi to meet a force of nature and an immovable advocate for voting rights and justice. My “Profile in Courage” and my “Profile of the Week” is Mrs. Fannie Lou Hamer.She began life in the cotton fields of the Mississippi Delta but brutal and tragic events would eventually take her to the 1964 Democratic National Convention held in Atlantic City, New Jersey. As a co-founder and vice-chairperson of the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party (MFDP) she challenged the Mississippi State Democratic Party and the National Democratic Party to recognize the MFDP as...2021-02-0629 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackA Black History Month Profile In Courage: Mrs. Fannie Lou HamerIn honor of Black History Month we travel back to rural Mississippi to meet a force of nature and an immovable advocate for voting rights and justice. My “Profile in Courage” and my “Profile of the Week” is Mrs. Fannie Lou Hamer. She began life in the cotton fields of the Mississippi Delta but brutal and tragic events would eventually take her to the 1964 Democratic National Convention held in Atlantic City, New Jersey. As a co-founder and vice-chairperson of the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party (MFDP) she challenged the Mississippi State Democratic Party and the National Democratic Party to recognize the MFDP as...2021-02-0629 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 5: Introducing Mr. Paul KavinokyThis week we meet Mr. Paul Kavinoki, Senior Advisor at Bradley, Arant, Boult, Cummings, LLP in Birmingham, Alabama. Paul walks us through his career journey here in Washington and discusses his decision to leave Washington for Birmingham. He takes us on a tour of his new home city and tells us what it is like to be a “two-cities” powerbroker at this stage of his career. We also dive into the theme of “unity” in American politics and talk about the future of the Republican Party and reflect on race in modern Birmingham.Join me as we welcome to The Point an...2021-01-3059 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackIntroducing Mr. Paul KavinokiThis week we meet Mr. Paul Kavinoki, Senior Advisor at Bradley, Arant, Boult, Cummings, LLP in Birmingham, Alabama. Paul walks us through his career journey here in Washington and discusses his decision to leave Washington for Birmingham. He takes us on a tour of his new home city and tells us what it is like to be a “two-cities” powerbroker at this stage of his career. We also dive into the theme of “unity” in American politics and talk about the future of the Republican Party and reflect on race in modern Birmingham. Join me as we welcome to The Point an...2021-01-3059 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 4:Introducing Ms. Maia Hunt Estes. This week’s Profile of the Week.My profile of the week and guest this week is Ms. Maia Hunt Estes, who recently served as Chief of Staff for Congressman Anthony Brown (Maryland - 4th District), and as his Chief of Staff when he was the Lieutenant Governor of Maryland. She is now at Invariant government relations firm in Washington DC.Please join me as I discuss the career and life journey of Ms. Maia Hunt Estes.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dewardric-mcneal/support2021-01-2359 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 4:Introducing Ms. Maia Hunt Estes. This week’s Profile of the Week.My profile of the week and guest this week is Ms. Maia Hunt Estes, who recently served as Chief of Staff for Congressman Anthony Brown (Maryland - 4th District), and as his Chief of Staff when he was the Lieutenant Governor of Maryland. She is now at Invariant government relations firm in Washington DC. Please join me as I discuss the career and life journey of Ms. Maia Hunt Estes. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dewardric-mcneal/support2021-01-231h 00The Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 3: Introducing Charles BabbThis week we leave Washington DC behind and head out to Los Angeles for a conversation about technology, Japan, and gaming — and saying NO to life in Washington! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dewardric-mcneal/support2021-01-1646 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 3: Introducing Charles BabbThis week we leave Washington DC behind and head out to Los Angeles for a conversation about technology, Japan, and gaming — and saying NO to life in Washington! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dewardric-mcneal/support2021-01-1647 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackPreview of Episode 3In episode 3, we venture outside of Washington to meet our profile of the week — Mr. Charles “Chuck” Babb. Join us for episode 3 and a conversation with the “man who said no to Washington.” Full episode released on Saturday January 16 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dewardric-mcneal/support2021-01-1301 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 2: Introducing Mr. Eric HamThis week we talk to Mr. Eric Ham, co-creator and executive producer of the digital TV show The Political Junkies.TV. about his professional journey in Washington DC. In addition to being the profile of the week, Eric also offers his views on a few of the major issues of the past week. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app2021-01-0942 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 2: Introducing Mr. Eric HamThis week we talk to Mr. Eric Ham, co-creator and executive producer of the digital TV show The Political Junkies.TV. about his professional journey in Washington DC. In addition to being the profile of the week, Eric also offers his views on a few of the major issues of the past week. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dewardric-mcneal/support2021-01-0940 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackPreview of Episode 2We welcome Mr. Eric Ham as our “Profile of the Week” and discuss a range of topics and developments that happened during the first week of the new year! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app2021-01-0603 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackEpisode 1: Introducing Mr. Marc Mealy as the first “Profile of the Week”Mr. Marc Mealy, the Senior Vice President for Policy at the US-ASEAN Business Council joins The Point and Pushback to discuss his professional journey in Washington DC and discusses the significance of Southeast Asia, business council and trade associations and his views on the things that the incoming Biden Administration should do to re-engage the ASEAN region. Dewardric McNeal, The host of the Point and the Pushback welcomes Mr. Mealy as the show’s first “Profile of the Week” and he does not disappoint!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dewardric-mcneal/support2021-01-0226 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackIntroducing Mr. Marc Mealy as the first “Profile of the Week”Mr. Marc Mealy, the Senior Vice President for Policy at the US-ASEAN Business Council joins The Point and Pushback to discuss his professional journey in Washington DC and discusses the significance of Southeast Asia, business council and trade associations and his views on the things that the incoming Biden Administration should do to re-engage the ASEAN region. Dewardric McNeal, The host of the Point and the Pushback welcomes Mr. Mealy as the show’s first “Profile of the Week” and he does not disappoint! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app2021-01-0227 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackIntroducing The Point and the PushbackA new inside Washington podcast that will explore the many challenges, highlight the many opportunities, and seek to discover the myriad intersections of people and politics, policy and pop culture in an increasingly interconnected world.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dewardric-mcneal/support2020-12-2101 minThe Point and the PushbackThe Point and the PushbackIntroducing The Point and the PushbackA new inside Washington podcast that will explore the many challenges, highlight the many opportunities, and seek to discover the myriad intersections of people and politics, policy and pop culture in an increasingly interconnected world. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app2020-12-2102 min