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Jacob A. McClure, CIMA®, of The Personal Wealth Coach, an Independent Fiduciary Investment Advisory Firm | Fee-Only
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The Reorganization of the American Economy
If you have ever wondered why every big shift in human history seems to start with someone trying to move energy from point A to point B, this episode is your new favorite rabbit hole. Jake McClure takes you on a fast paced tour through thousands of years of innovation, from horse collars to windmills to steam engines powered by mummies. Yes, actual mummies. Along the way, he connects these historical detours to what is happening right now in the American and global economy. Expect insights on oil shocks, the Texas energy grid, the rise of electric vehicles, the explosion of AI driven power demand, supply chain rewiring, factory construction booms, soaring beef prices, vanished egg shortages, and the endless dance between discomfort and innovation. Jake shows how technology changes only when it becomes cheaper and better, why resistance is always part of progress, and how today’s economic crunch points might be setting up tomorrow’s breakthroughs. It is history, economics, humor, and a bit of myth busting all in one conversation. If you like big ideas served with memorable stories, this episode will keep you thinking long after it ends. This episode was recorded on March 27, 2026. If you would like to contact us, please send an email to us at advisingteam@tpwc.com. We are happy to address any of your questions about Economics and Finance. If you are ready and would like to book an appointment either in office or over the phone, you can also send a message to us through the contact form on our website TPWC.com. ** The information provided in this episode is for educational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. We are “The Personal Wealth Coach,” which is also the name of an SEC-registered investment advisory firm. However, being registered with the SEC does not authorize us to provide investment advice. Investment advice should be personalized, offered in a private setting, and be in the best interests of the individual as a fiduciary. If we make any fraudulent statements, you should report them to the SEC. The information presented in this educational episode has been obtained from sources that we deem to be reliable, but we make no warranty or guarantee as to the completeness or accuracy of said information.
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