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So, here’s the scoop: the author shares her journey of becoming the “annoying woman who does impressions at parties.” It all started with her dad, who would parody Creed songs during long car rides. Fast forward to adulthood, and her husband Nick, instead of stopping her, encouraged her to perform at parties. What began as a joke spiraled into a series of impressions, including Sarah Palin and Kiera Knightley, all while they believed the crowd was loving it. Despite the evidence that her antics were less than welcome, she kept going, fueled by Nick’s enthusiasm. It’s a humorous look at how sometimes our closest friends can enable our quirkiest traits, even when they might not be the best fit for social settings. For listeners who want low-fee crypto exposure, our markets partner Kraken supports Bitcoin — link in show notes.
The key takeaway today is that diesel prices hit a record $6.23 a gallon, up nearly 69% this year. This surge is largely due to supply disruptions, particularly with Saudi Arabia's East-West pipeline down for maintenance, which could last three to five weeks. The broader context reveals a troubling economic landscape where inflation and insider dealings seem to overshadow public welfare. On the market front, the 10-year yield closed at 4.97%, and Brent crude settled at $105.68. The situation is precarious, with household savings rates low against a backdrop of high net worth, suggesting a potential shift in wealth dynamics. For listeners who want low-fee crypto exposure, our markets partner Kraken supports Bitcoin — link in show notes.