Could today's U.S. economy ever spiral into another Great Depression? It's a question that sparks both fear and fascination—and in this episode, we dive into the facts. With a fresh downgrade from Moody's and soaring national debt, many are wondering: Are we walking a similar path?

Hannah Chapman, CFP®, APMA®, CRPC®, and Brad Haines, CIO of Juncture Wealth Strategies, unpack the financial history, economic reforms, and key differences between then and now.

• What does the recent U.S. credit rating downgrade by Moody's really mean for the markets?

• How did World War I set the stage for the Great Depression?

• Why did so many banks fail between 1929 and 1933?

• How did tariffs and trade policy accelerate the collapse of global commerce in the 1930s?

• Are today's mortgage and investment regulations strong enough to prevent another financial catastrophe?

• What are the key differences between 1929's economic collapse and our current financial system?

• How does leverage today compare to the margin-fueled frenzy of the Roaring 20s?

• What lessons did we learn from 2008—and how are they protecting investors now?

• Can the Federal Reserve prevent another depression-level event with modern tools?

• Why does understanding history make you a better investor today?

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