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Oct. 14, 2025

Plenary Authority to get your BOOSTER~!

Plenary Authority to get your BOOSTER~!
Matt Kim Podcast
Plenary Authority to get your BOOSTER~!

The Truth Behind No Kings Rally & Power Dynamics with Matt KimIn this episode of the Matt Kim Podcast, Matt and his co-host Peter Saddington dive deep into discussions about health, travel, and the intricacies of political power. They talk about the importance of staying healthy and the recent booster shots. There's an engaging segment on Matt's travels, including his attendance at a Korean Finance Society meeting in New York. They discuss the idea of invisible walls in the finance world and the broader implications. They also reflect on the No Kings rally, questioning its funding and purpose, and contemplate power dynamics in politics with a notable mention of Stephen Miller's Freudian slip about plenary authority. Finally, the broader implications of digital surveillance, censorship, and the ongoing societal changes are explored. A segment on Donald Trump's recent health updates adds a contemporary twist to the episode.02:54 Invisible Walls in the Finance World09:37 AI and the Future of Finance13:38 Trump's Booster and Health Controversy31:05 Understanding Plenary Authority37:12 The Role of Lawyers in Power Dynamics44:08 The No Kings Rally Movement56:19 The Future of Digital Surveillance and Censorship

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