PBD Podcast Old Dominion & Michigan Synagogue Terror Attacks | PBD #759
Mar 13, 2026
They dissect the Old Dominion shooting and the ROTC cadets who intervened, plus concerns about the suspect's past radicalization. They cover the Michigan synagogue vehicle attack and threats to Jewish communities. They discuss rising U.S. security alerts, a possible Iranian drone threat to California, and how geopolitical clashes are disrupting oil markets and military strategy.
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Synagogue Attack Shows Escalation And Insider Threats
- Synagogue attacker in West Bloomfield used a vehicle, explosives and rifle aiming for mass casualties, but on-site security shot him and prevented detonation.
- Ilan Srulovicz connects attacks on Jews as an early societal warning and predicts escalation inside the U.S.
Mamdani Estate Tax Proposal Risks Mass Wealth Flight
- New York Mayor Mamdani's proposed estate tax cuts exemption to $750k and 50% rate would hit ordinary homeowners and likely trigger wealth flight.
- Hosts predict wealthy families and advisors will relocate rapidly if enacted.
Hormuz Incidents Drive Rapid Oil Volatility
- Oil markets react quickly to Strait of Hormuz incidents; WTI moved above $100 then back to low $90s as perceptions shifted.
- Tom ties oil volatility to tanker attacks and historical 1987 tanker wars that dragged markets down.