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Jul 24
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Finding Purpose, Building Wealth, and St...

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In today's economic and political climate, how can we all keep our heads while everyone else is losing theirs? Talkin' tariffs, budget deficits, the Fed, interest rates, and all kinds of fun stuff!

In this episode of Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other, host Corey Nathan welcomes long-time friend and investment advisor Jorge Meza, CEO of Meza Wealth Management. Jorge shares his inspiring journey—from navigating a family medical crisis to building a boutique investment firm grounded in accessibility and service. The two also dive into today’s economic and political climate, and how we can all keep our heads while everyone else is losing theirs.

What We Discuss:

  • How Jorge’s personal experiences shaped his professional philosophy

  • Why investing is about more than money—it’s about people

  • Practical insights into tariffs, inflation, and the future of AI

  • How to have tough political conversations with respect and grace

Episode Highlights:

  • [00:01:10] – Jorge shares his daughter Jessica’s remarkable transplant story

  • [00:04:45] – From construction to finance: Jorge’s path to founding Meza Wealth Management

  • [00:07:15] – The immigrant journey that shaped Jorge’s worldview

  • [00:13:00] – How Jorge coaches clients through political and market volatility

  • [00:15:30] – Tariffs, inflation, and AI: What it all means for your money

  • [00:38:15] – Why an independent Federal Reserve matters

  • [00:41:45] – Jorge’s take on how we can disagree without division

Featured Quotes:

“We’re in the business of changing people’s lives. Someone helped me early on, and I’ve never forgotten that.” – Jorge Meza “Very few people can outwork me. If you work hard, things can happen.” – Jorge Meza “People are starving for respectful dialogue. We just don’t hear enough from the folks in the middle.” – Jorge Meza “You see something to be afraid of—I see opportunity.” – Corey Nathan

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