South Carolina with host Joe Cats: 0:00 –The federal government's antitrust muscle stopped Spirit Airlines' merger and crushed their chances at renewal 05:30 –The private antitrust case against NASCAR pits Michael Jordan against a six-decade racing behemoth 10:30 –Don't hold your breath for significant health insurance reforms by Christmas Day. December 2, 2025 https://consumerchoicecenter.org

ehind COP30, climate accords, and rising energy costs for consumers. From carbon credits to EU net-zero plans, we delve into the complexities of global climate policy and its implications for your finances. 0:00 – Introduction & Welcome to Yael Ossowski 0:23 – Overview of the Brazilian Climate Change Summit 0:52 – The Paris Climate Accords Explained 1:37 – Global Emissions & Challenges with Implementation 2:46 – COP30: Selective Facts & Figures 3:22 – Carbon Credits, Swaps, and EU Net-Zero Plans 4:34 – “Indulgences” in Climate Policy & Who Pays the Price 5:07 – Developing Countries & Carbon Licensing 5:50 – Technology, Innovation, and the US Role 6:25 – Energy Costs and Bureaucracy in the US 7:34 – Local Solutions & NIMBY Challenges 8:38 – State-Level Net-Zero Policies & Carbon Markets 9:25 – Why Energy Discussions Matter for Everyone 10:06 – Closing Thoughts with Yael Ossowski

South Carolina with host Joe Cats. Should the growth of data centers and rising electricity costs alarm consumers? Why subsidies and the Inflation Reduction Act have harmed us in the end. Health insurance subsidies have warped our health markets and push prices up. They should be scrapped in favor of more competition. Consumers and patients should look to opt out where they can.

own the clash between European regulators and American tech companies.

e signals a sea change in the U.S. stance toward these digital currencies. The House approved the GENIUS Bill with a 308-122 vote with significant bipartisan support, adopting regulations for a type of cryptocurrency known as stablecoins that many believe will change the world of commerce for the better. Yael Ossowski of the Consumer Choice Center weighed in on the crypto revolution on 94.3 K News in Palm Springs

e advice on password security, passkeys, two-factor authentication, and explain why consumers should start anonymizing their emails and randomly generating their passwords for max security. July 11, 2025 https://www.dcnewsnow.com/tech-talk/tech-talk-checking-in-on-how-healthy-your-passwords-are/

ecent crypto-related crimes that threaten consumer privacy, the federal bank secrecy laws that make purchasing Bitcoin and crypto assets riskier and make our data vulnerable, and the prospects for consumers to benefit from positive reforms from the Trump Administration on Bitcoin and crypto policy. May 29, 2025 #bitcoin #crypto #security

e privacy is under constant threat, encrypted messaging apps like Signal, WhatsApp, and iMessage are setting the gold standard for secure communication. But what makes encryption so vital, and why does it matter now more than ever? This thought-provoking discussion features insights from consumer privacy expert Yael Osasi, breaking down how encryption protects your conversations, what apps truly prioritize your security, and why public awareness around privacy continues to grow. From national security concerns to the surge in Signal app downloads, this video explores the intersection of innovation, consumer choice, and protecting consumer rights. With increasing demand for privacy tools like virtual private networks and encrypted messaging, experts argue encryption should be a standard for everything—from banking to healthcare. Learn how these technologies empower freedom of choice while advancing consumer advocacy and public health policies in today’s digital age. Don’t miss this timely conversation on the future of encryption and its role in safeguarding the next generation. Subscribe for more on innovation, privacy, and consumer rights. Like, share, and join the discussion to stay informed and spark change! #signalapp #securemessaging #technews #openwhispersystems #securecommunications CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Signal group chat incident 00:20 - Encryption as the gold standard 00:58 - Rise of encrypted messaging apps 01:36 - Online search trends and privacy 02:00 - Future of privacy and encryption

ms' (META) antitrust trial launched by the FTC. He considers it the first test for the Trump administration to set the tone on what antitrust means in the U.S. and the message it sends abroad. CEO Mark Zuckerberg said there's plenty of competition already, especially TikTok. April 15, 2025 consumerchoicecenter.org

ategic Bitcoin (and Crypto) Reserve on the Steve Gruber Show, and why it matters. March 3, 2025 https://consumerchoicecenter.org

1FM to discuss the impacts on US firms and consumers from the European Union's latest global ESG reporting push. Recorded on February 25, 2025. https://consumerchoicecenter.org https://www.tonykinnett.com/ --- Beginning in January 2025, firms are required to comply with the European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), where they will be forced to disclose their environmental impacts, social and governance policies, and outline their path to committing to 2050 net-zero emissions goals set by the Paris Climate Accords. Companies are required to disclose this information if they meet two of the following criteria: more than 250 employees, an excess of 40 million euros in net turnover, or holding above 20 million euros in total assets. These disclosure rules are also forced on non-EU companies with turnover exceeding 150 million euros on the continent. It is estimated that over 50,000 companies will be coerced into submitting this data to European regulators.

r Nicole Petallides on Uber's latest earnings report, why they're pivoting to robotaxis and AI, and how tort reform in the insurance markets could lower prices for riders who use rideshare apps. February 5, 2025 Original segment: https://x.com/SchwabNetwork/status/1887129720686350396

e public about fossil fuel emissions and the timeline for renewable energy adoption. Supported and funded by NC WARN, the suit seeks damages for climate-related harms, pointing to Hurricane Helene’s impact as an example. The suit was filed in Orange County Superior Court in Hillsborough. Yael Ossowski of the Consumer Choice Center joined Spectrum News NC to break down the strange lawsuit and how it aims to hurt the emerging nuclear energy sector.

e looming bankruptcy of Spirit Airlines, and how the Biden administration's antitrust and competition policies have precipitated its downfall. If we want more airline competition, we should look to repealing cabotage laws and boosting the ability for global airlines to serve US domestic travelers. https://consumerchoicecenter.org

ct, and how its attempt to repeal the Bank Secrecy Act and prevent Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) would help restore consumer financial privacy. https://consumerchoicecenter.org/reform-the-bank-secrecy-act-to-better-protect-consumer-financial-privacy/

South Carolina with host Joe Cats: –The reality of alcohol taxes and competition –The arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov and what it means for speech online –The Zuckerberg letter reveals government censorship and jawboning –Ridding our food system of subsidies would make us all better off August 30, 2024 https://consumerchoicecenter.org

South Carolina with host Joe Cats: –price control, shortages, and hoarding –the grocery store price gouging myth –rent control for me, not for thee –the need for markets to function to deliver for consumers August 16, 2024 https://consumerchoicecenter.org

South Carolina with host Joe Cats: –foiled Vienna terror attack at Taylor Swift concert –why young people love the sharing economy –need for legal reform –why we started the @ConsumerChoiceC –hope and resilience for tech innovation https://consumerchoicecenter.org

Board rules for railroad locomotives on consumers, agriculture and more with Yael Ossowski, Deputy Director of the Consumer Choice Center. Broadcast on Agriculture of America, presented by the American Ag Network. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aoa-tuesday-7-30-2024/id1356247010?i=1000663814457

on model, allowing users to pay to opt out of relevant ads. Consumer Choice Center Deputy Director Yaël Ossowski reacts to the news, and how the European Union's Digital Markets Act is locking citizens away in a fortress of overregulation, depriving them of innovative choices. July 2, 2024 News Forum TV