Financial Insights With James Cox

Erman Akdogan is a leader in AI and cloud technology, having worked on Watson at IBM. He shares his view on how AI is affecting jobs and the economy.   To learn more contact: James Cox Cell: 267 323 6936 Email: james.cox@ffgadvisors.com First Financial Group Advisors 744 W Lancaster Av Suite 235 Wayne, PA 19087    Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA, SIPC.  OSJ: 7101 Wisconsin Ave. Suite 1200, Bethesda MD 20814 (301-907-9030) PAS is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY.  Important Disclosures 2019-78223 Exp 4/21

Harry Novic is an engineer with Samsung, a global leader in robotics and AI. Harry shares his view of a brighter future, as well as the challenges to come.   To learn more contact: James Cox Cell: 267 323 6936 Email: james.cox@ffgadvisors.com First Financial Group Advisors 744 W Lancaster Av Suite 235 Wayne, PA 19087    Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA, SIPC.  OSJ: 7101 Wisconsin Ave. Suite 1200, Bethesda MD 20814 (301-907-9030) PAS is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY.  Important Disclosures 2019-78223 Exp 4/21

Dan Orzech is the GM of the Oregon Clean Power Cooperative; we discuss the opportunity to grow renewable energy using a different economic model. There are important insights he shares that have application nationwide.   To learn more contact: James Cox Cell: 267 323 6936 Email: james.cox@ffgadvisors.com First Financial Group Advisors 744 W Lancaster Av Suite 235 Wayne, PA 19087    Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA, SIPC.  OSJ: 7101 Wisconsin Ave. Suite 1200, Bethesda MD 20814 (301-907-9030) PAS is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY.  Important Disclosures 2019-78223 Exp 4/21

Oliver Goshey is an innovator in the field of Regenerative Design and Agriculture. He took his diverse life experience and founded Abundant Edge, a firm that helps train people around the world on how they can become more connected to nature, and in the process become more secure.   To learn more contact: James Cox Cell: 267 323 6936 Email: james.cox@ffgadvisors.com First Financial Group Advisors 744 W Lancaster Av Suite 235 Wayne, PA 19087    Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA, SIPC.  OSJ: 7101 Wisconsin Ave. Suite 1200, Bethesda MD 20814 (301-907-9030) PAS is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY.  Important Disclosures 2019-78223 Exp 4/21

I talked to Jeffrey Friedman about his PhD thesis on the impact of childhood trauma on peoples health throughout their lives. The findings are eye opening and something we all need to be aware of.   To learn more contact: James Cox Cell: 267 323 6936 Email: james.cox@ffgadvisors.com First Financial Group Advisors 744 W Lancaster Av Suite 235 Wayne, PA 19087    Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA, SIPC.  OSJ: 7101 Wisconsin Ave. Suite 1200, Bethesda MD 20814 (301-907-9030) PAS is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY.  Important Disclosures 2019-78223 Exp 4/21

Tapani Vuori is the director of the Maui Ocean Center and Marine Institute. He shares insights into the links between climate, environment, and ocean health.   To learn more contact: James Cox Cell: 267 323 6936 Email: james.cox@ffgadvisors.com First Financial Group Advisors 744 W Lancaster Av Suite 235 Wayne, PA 19087    Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA, SIPC.  OSJ: 7101 Wisconsin Ave. Suite 1200, Bethesda MD 20814 (301-907-9030) PAS is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY.  Important Disclosures 2019-78223 Exp 4/21

Marla Thalheimer is a consultant with RE Tech Advisors. She helps property owners improve their bottom line while addressing sustainability issues and quality of life issues.   To learn more contact: James Cox Cell: 267 323 6936 Email: james.cox@ffgadvisors.com First Financial Group Advisors 744 W Lancaster Av Suite 235 Wayne, PA 19087    Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA, SIPC.  OSJ: 7101 Wisconsin Ave. Suite 1200, Bethesda MD 20814 (301-907-9030) PAS is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY.  Important Disclosures 2019-78223 Exp 4/21

Andrew Yang is an author and entrepreneur. Mr Yang is a proponent of Universal Basic Income as a way to address some of the disruption being caused by the growth of AI. AI is changing the economy and Mr Yang discusses what jobs are at risk.   To learn more contact: James Cox Cell: 267 323 6936 Email: james.cox@ffgadvisors.com First Financial Group Advisors 744 W Lancaster Av Suite 235 Wayne, PA 19087    Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA, SIPC.  OSJ: 7101 Wisconsin Ave. Suite 1200, Bethesda MD 20814 (301-907-9030) PAS is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY.  Important Disclosures 2019-78223 Exp 4/21

I connected to Erik Van Lennap on LinkedIn and discussed the role of ecology and sustainable design in Climate Change. Great conversation!   To learn more contact: James Cox Cell: 267 323 6936 Email: james.cox@ffgadvisors.com First Financial Group Advisors 744 W Lancaster Av Suite 235 Wayne, PA 19087    Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA, SIPC.  OSJ: 7101 Wisconsin Ave. Suite 1200, Bethesda MD 20814 (301-907-9030) PAS is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY.  Important Disclosures 2019-78223 Exp 4/21

I first talked to Paul Beckwith 2 years ago. We recently chatted to discuss what changes he is seeing develop in the climate system. He also shares thoughts on what can be done to reverse Climate Change.   To learn more contact: James Cox Cell: 267 323 6936 Email: james.cox@ffgadvisors.com First Financial Group Advisors 744 W Lancaster Av Suite 235 Wayne, PA 19087    Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA, SIPC.  OSJ: 7101 Wisconsin Ave. Suite 1200, Bethesda MD 20814 (301-907-9030) PAS is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY.  Important Disclosures 2019-78223 Exp 4/21

Michael Reynolds is the founder of Earthships, a sustainable building project located in Taos NM. I asked him to describe what goes into creating a zero carbon footprint lifestyle.   To learn more contact: James Cox Cell: 267 323 6936 Email: james.cox@ffgadvisors.com First Financial Group Advisors 744 W Lancaster Av Suite 235 Wayne, PA 19087    Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA, SIPC.  OSJ: 7101 Wisconsin Ave. Suite 1200, Bethesda MD 20814 (301-907-9030) PAS is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY.  Important Disclosures 2019-78223 Exp 4/21

Robert Thurman, is the founder of Tibet House and close personal friend of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. While attending the Spring 2018 Ram Dass retreat on Maui, I asked him for the Buddhist perspective of climate change and how we can enact mindful change.   To learn more contact: James Cox Cell: 267 323 6936 Email: james.cox@ffgadvisors.com First Financial Group Advisors 744 W Lancaster Av Suite 235 Wayne, PA 19087    Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA, SIPC.  OSJ: 7101 Wisconsin Ave. Suite 1200, Bethesda MD 20814 (301-907-9030) PAS is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY.  Important Disclosures 2019-78223 Exp 4/21

I connected with Duncan Trussell, famed pod-caster and comedian, at the 2018 Spring Ram Dass retreat in Maui, HI. As a spiritual entrepreneur, I asked him what advice he had for young people getting started in the current economy. Note: there is comedy and sarcasm in this podcast, Duncan-style ...   To learn more contact: James Cox Cell: 267 323 6936 Email: james.cox@ffgadvisors.com First Financial Group Advisors 744 W Lancaster Av Suite 235 Wayne, PA 19087    Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA, SIPC.  OSJ: 7101 Wisconsin Ave. Suite 1200, Bethesda MD 20814 (301-907-9030) PAS is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY.  Important Disclosures 2019-78223 Exp 4/21

Melissa Jaffe is an attorney who works with entrepreneurs. We chatted while attending the Ram Dass retreat in Maui in Spring 2018. She offers advice that can help people starting their own business.   To learn more contact: James Cox Cell: 267 323 6936 Email: james.cox@ffgadvisors.com First Financial Group Advisors 744 W Lancaster Av Suite 235 Wayne, PA 19087    Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA, SIPC.  OSJ: 7101 Wisconsin Ave. Suite 1200, Bethesda MD 20814 (301-907-9030) PAS is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY.  Important Disclosures 2019-78223 Exp 4/21

What is the relationship between spirituality and climate change. This interview looks at climate from a unique vantage point. Amazing message that is much needed today.

Peter Buckland is with Penn States Sustainability Institute and a township official. I wanted to learn more of the connections between climate change and sociology.   To learn more contact: James Cox Cell: 267 323 6936 Email: james.cox@ffgadvisors.com First Financial Group Advisors 744 W Lancaster Av Suite 235 Wayne, PA 19087    Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA, SIPC.  OSJ: 7101 Wisconsin Ave. Suite 1200, Bethesda MD 20814 (301-907-9030) PAS is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY.  Important Disclosures 2019-78223 Exp 4/21

Stephanie Seneff is an MIT researcher who has done extensive work showing the connection between Glyphosate and Autism and other health issues.   To learn more contact: James Cox Cell: 267 323 6936 Email: james.cox@ffgadvisors.com First Financial Group Advisors 744 W Lancaster Av Suite 235 Wayne, PA 19087    Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA, SIPC.  OSJ: 7101 Wisconsin Ave. Suite 1200, Bethesda MD 20814 (301-907-9030) PAS is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY.  Important Disclosures 2019-78223 Exp 4/21

Government agencies are citing the risk that climate change will create social and economic disruption.   To learn more contact: James Cox Phone: 610 293 8309 Email: james.cox@FFGadvisors.com First Financial Group 744 W Lancaster Av Suite 235 Wayne, PA 19087    Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA, SIPC.  OSJ: 7101 Wisconsin Ave. Suite 1200, Bethesda MD 20814 (301-907-9030) PAS is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY.  Important Disclosures 2019-78223 Exp 4/21 Gear #2018- 55067 Exp 3/20

A discussion with Chris Butler on the impact of AI on business   To learn more contact: James Cox Cell: 267 323 6936 Email: james.cox@ffgadvisors.com First Financial Group Advisors 744 W Lancaster Av Suite 235 Wayne, PA 19087    Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA, SIPC.  OSJ: 7101 Wisconsin Ave. Suite 1200, Bethesda MD 20814 (301-907-9030) PAS is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY.  Important Disclosures 2019-78223 Exp 4/21

Jigar Shah is a leader in the renewable energy and solar industry. I was able to chat with him for a few moments to get his opinion of the clean tech space in 2018.   To learn more contact: James Cox Cell: 267 323 6936 Email: james.cox@ffgadvisors.com First Financial Group Advisors 744 W Lancaster Av Suite 235 Wayne, PA 19087    Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA, SIPC.  OSJ: 7101 Wisconsin Ave. Suite 1200, Bethesda MD 20814 (301-907-9030) PAS is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY.  Important Disclosures 2019-78223 Exp 4/21