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0:00
There's a couple of things I'm not going to talk about, not going to do it, not in any way, shape or form. I've had a lot of people who have asked me in the past, Paul, why don't you maybe do an audio book or write a book about financial planning? Not going to do it. Not going to do it. Here's the thing. I don't get paid to teach people the things that they should know, a lot of the things that people should know they should have learned in high school and by the time you graduated college. And I'm not going to go back and talk about what it means to be employed, how you've got to develop a skill set that makes you employable to other people, how you're trading your time for money, and basically you're a voluntary slave. I'm not going to talk about how to get benefits. I'm not going to go and talk about independent contractors, total compensations, how you go through a job search. If that's important, then we'll talk about it. That's what advice is all about.

0:57
Welcome to the Paul Truesdale podcast, rather than two Pauls in a pod, this episode features Paul the elder, and thus just one Paul in a pod. So what's the gig? Individually or collectively, Paul and Paul sit down and chat predominantly at the Truesdell professional building and record frequently. They explain a few things about how life works before time gets away, they connect the dots and plot the knots, spots and ops with a heavy dose of knocks, mocks, pots, rocks, socks and mops. Confused, then welcome aboard. You see Paul the elder and Paul the younger enjoy telling complex stories that are always based on business, economics and forecasting, while having fun laughing and being among like minded men, women and children from Earth, Pluto, Jupiter and Neptune, individually and jointly, Paul the elder and Paul the younger, coupled with Team Truesdell, have been there and done it. If you enjoy front porch philosophers who take deep dives and connect the dots while drinking coffee during the day and a whiskey after five. Welcome. It is a true pleasure to have you on board. This is the Paul Truesdale podcast.

2:12
You know, let's talk about taxation, income taxes, estate taxes, capital gains, unemployment benefits, employee rights. I'm not going to talk about those things. Not going to do it. We're it. We can talk about entrepreneurship, how what it takes to become an entrepreneur. But the reality is, if you really want to know about how to do that, you pick up the phone, you call me, we'll have a conversation. There is no such thing as a free lunch. If you want a free lunch, go buy a book and do the research yourself what it means to have real compensation when you're an entrepreneur, income, the different business entities and types you can go into, how you do pre tax spending, how you can you need to understand your markets or resources and well, what if you just buy an existing business? You know, some people want to sit down and have me explain to them the importance of having a, you know, education beyond high school, you know, career alignment, expectation and earnings, vocational training, military service, higher education, financial aid, student debt. Teach me. Teach me. Teach me. No, no, those things are all online. It's been done before. There's no need to do it. What you're looking for someone to say, Dude, I really want you to explain to me what you think about this and give me some advice, because I respect you. Then that's what I'm there for. Otherwise, go out and knock yourself out. Why you should have an emergency fund, why you need to have planned savings. How much money should you have saved? And how should you save it? Yeah, I can talk about that, one to one. I'll talk about spending, key concepts related to spending or opportunity costs, the different modes of spending. I'll talk about charity, how charity should really begin at home, how you balance and reconcile books. I'm not going to do that. That's what your accountant should do. How to be a savvy consumer? Well, yeah, sometimes you need to be savvy. Sometimes you you you drop money on...

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North Korean Troops in Ukraine: A Significant Escalation in the Russia-Ukraine Conflict

In a remarkable development in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky revealed on December 14, 2024, that Russia has deployed North Korean soldiers in combat positions within the Kherson Oblast region. According to Zelensky, a considerable number of North Korean troops have been integrated into Russian military units, primarily serving in offensive operations. This revelation adds a new layer of complexity to the already volatile conflict and highlights the growing international dimensions of the war.

Deployment Details and Tactical Involvement

North Korean forces, reportedly operating in conjunction with Russian troops, are being utilized as infantry assault units. They have sustained significant casualties during operations, raising questions about their long-term effectiveness. Zelensky emphasized that while these forces are currently concentrated in the Kherson region, there is potential for their redeployment to other front-line areas in the future. This deployment not only intensifies the conflict but also signals a deeper alliance between Moscow and Pyongyang.

The involvement of North Korean troops in direct combat was first hinted at in reports from Russian military bloggers, colloquially referred to as "milbloggers." These bloggers had speculated on North Korean activity as early as November 5, 2024, citing small-scale clashes in southern Kherson. By December 12 and 13, these reports became more detailed, alleging that North Korean special forces had independently conducted operations to capture a village in the region. Some accounts suggest a joint effort with Russian forces, while others claim the operations were led entirely by North Korean personnel.

Independent verification of these claims remains elusive. However, the reported presence of approximately 40 North Korean infantry personnel, corroborated by both Ukrainian officials and Russian sources, suggests a substantive, albeit unverified, role for these troops in the conflict.

Training and Integration with Russian Units

Reports from Russian sources indicate that military units, including the 1427th Motorized Rifle Regiment, have been training North Korean soldiers for weeks. Observers note that the tactics employed by these troops mirror the attritional warfare style favored by Russian forces, which has often led to high casualty rates.

Questions arise regarding the North Koreans' ability to adapt to modern combat conditions and sustain their involvement given the losses incurred. Observers speculate whether these forces will develop independent tactical capabilities or remain reliant on Russian leadership. Such reliance, combined with Russia's historically high attrition rates, casts doubt on the long-term viability of North Korean contributions to the war effort.

Implications for North Korea

The deployment of North Korean troops to Ukraine introduces significant domestic and international ramifications for Pyongyang. North Korea’s cultural emphasis on family unity and loyalty, deeply rooted in Confucian values, complicates the state’s ability to manage the fallout from casualties. The potential return of deceased soldiers—or the lack thereof—could pose challenges for the regime.

1. Cultural and Familial Repercussions:
In North Korea, the death of a family member carries profound societal and familial consequences. The regime’s practice of holding entire families accountable for the actions of individual members further underscores the potential impact of combat casualties. If the bodies of fallen soldiers are repatriated, families may begin questioning the state's decision to involve their loved ones in a foreign conflict with little direct relevance to North Korean interests.

2. Propaganda and Narrative Control:
North Korea’s tightly controlled media landscape allows the regime to suppress information about casualties and redirect public attention. However, cracks in this system are not unprecedented. Should families fail to receive confirmation of their loved ones' deaths or remains, resentment and quiet dissent could fester. While Pyongyang has historically suppressed dissent with brutal efficiency, incremental dissatisfaction could er...

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Episode Outline

1. Flip Flop
2. New Religion
   1. Work
   2. Science
   3. RNC - DNC
   4. CNN - Fox
3. Two Economies
   1. Domestic
   2. Internationally
4. Crony Capitalism
5. Woke the New Currency
6. Government Influence
   1. Traditional
   2. Donations
   3. Lobbyists
   4. Revolving Door
7. Now Corporate Boards
   1. Defang
   2. Rubber Stamp
   3. Mutual Prostitution
8. Street Protests
9. Government Infiltration
10. Public Company & Big Media Infiltration
11. Too Big To Fail
12. Mafia
13. Payola
14. Managerial Class
15. Faceless, Nameless, Running it All
16. Fauci - Truckers - Canada
17. Overreach
18. Woke Defanged - Occupy Wall Street
19. Soros, Ukraine, Russia, Trump, Alex Jones, Wohan, Labs, Guns, Christians
20. Bailouts
    1. Bad Management
    2. Crony
    3. Anti Black, White, Male, Women, Old, Young, Everyone has an issue, cause, and complaint
21. The Hell With Traditional Values
22. Flash Bang - False (Red) Flag
    1. Distraction
23. Average World Citizen Voice - John and Jane more Aware of the Smoke
24. Science Distraction

Paul Grant Truesdell, J.D., AIF | CEO

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Disclaimer: Due to our extensive holdings, that of our clients and your host, you should assume that we have a position in all companies discussed and that a conflict of interest exists. By listening, reading, or using this podcast and website in any manner, you understand the information presented is provided for informational purposes only and agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. No Professional Advice – the content of articles and other projects is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Nothing said, written, or otherwise communicated in any form on this site or otherwise should be construed as an offer, recommendation, or solicitation to buy or sell a security. Neither Paul Truesdell, Truesdell Consulting, Inc., Fixed Cost Financial, Inc., affiliates or subsidiaries provides tax, legal, or psychological advice. The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.

Who's on First - Applicable Today? Yes
Who's on First - 1956

Abbott: Well Costello, I'm going to New York with you. You know Bucky Harris, the Yankee's manager, gave me a job as coach for as long as you're on the team.
Costello: Look Abbott, if you're the coach, you must know all the players.
Abbott: I certainly do.
Costello: Well you know I've never met the guys. So you'll have to tell me their names, and then I'll know who's playing on the team.
Abbott: Oh, I'll tell you their names, but you know it seems to me they give these ball players now-a-days very peculiar names.
Costello: You mean funny names?
Abbott: Strange names, pet names...like Dizzy Dean...
Costello: His brother Daffy.
Abbott: Daffy Dean...
Costello: And their French cousin.
Abbott: French?
Costello: Goofe.
Abbott: Goofe Dean. Well, let's see, we have on the bags, Who's on first, What's on second, I Don't Know is on third...
Costello: That's what want to find out.
Abbott: say Who's on first, What's on second, I Don't Know's on third.

Costello: Are you the manager?
Abbott: Yes.
Costello: You gonna be the coach too?
Abbott: Yes.
Costello: And you don't know the fellows' names?
Abbott: Well I should.
Costello: Well then who's on first?
Abbott: Yes.
Costello: I mean the fellow's name.
Abbott: Who.
Costello: The guy on first.
Abbott: Who.
Costello: The first baseman.
Abbott: Who.
Costello: The guy playing...
Abbott: Who is on...

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Poisoning of Alexander Litvinenko
Purges of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union
Why Putin is beholden to Stalin’s legacy
The True Story of the Russian Kursk Submarine Disaster
Chernobyl Accident 1986

World War 3: What will Happen and Who will Support Whom?
The Sedition and Espionage Acts Were Designed to Quash Dissent During WWI
Walk in the Footsteps of Alexander Hamilton on This Tiny Caribbean Island

Paul Grant Truesdell, J.D., AIF | CEO

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Disclaimer: Due to our extensive holdings, that of our clients and your host, you should assume that we have a position in all companies discussed and that a conflict of interest exists. By listening, reading, or using this podcast and website in any manner, you understand the information presented is provided for informational purposes only and agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. No Professional Advice – the content of articles and other projects is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Nothing said, written, or otherwise communicated in any form on this site or otherwise should be construed as an offer, recommendation, or solicitation to buy or sell a security. Neither Paul Truesdell, Truesdell Consulting, Inc., Fixed Cost Financial, Inc., affiliates or subsidiaries provides tax, legal, or psychological advice. The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.

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Towards the end of 2019, the hacking of Taiwanese chip makers took a new and nasty dive. A deep dive that links directly to mainland China. The links are strong that it was a government operation. Hackers had burrowed deep into the chip makers computer systems staying there for months undetected, giving them free rein to move around and hoover up a goldmine of sensitive chip designs and other industry secrets.

We find everything going on extremely interesting from a technical view. The political pandering disgusts us. Both Democrats and Republicans have caved to the foreign influence; but this is significant. Manufacturers are under attack domestically and internationally. The coordinated effort by those around the Shinju Science Park is what it is.

Embedded documents written in simplified Chinese for other hackers, working in shifts, are literally the fingerprints that say: War.

Small semiconductors a basic building blocks for the tech industry and the world we live in.

The complex process is discussed by a couple of fellas who are only going down a few inches; but who have gone miles deep on this and other topics regarding technology security.

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Paul Grant Truesdell, II | VP & CTO

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Disclaimer: Due to our extensive holdings, that of our clients and your host, you should assume that we have a position in all companies discussed and that a conflict of interest exists. By listening, reading, or using this podcast and website in any manner, you understand the information presented is provided for informational purposes only and agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. No Professional Advice – the content of articles and other projects is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Nothing said, written, or otherwise communicated in any form on this site or otherwise should be construed as an offer, recommendation, or solicitation to buy or sell a security. Neither Paul Truesdell, Truesdell Consulting, Inc., Fixed Cost Financial, Inc., affiliates or subsidiaries provides tax, legal, or psychological advice. The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.