America's Gold Authority Podcast

U.S. Money Reserve
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Are you curious about owning physical gold, silver, and other precious metals? America's Gold Authority® Podcast, presented by U.S. Money Reserve, provides information and insights into these tangible assets, exploring their role in preserving wealth and navigating market fluctuations. The experts at U.S. Money Reserve identify and break down key factors influencing gold and precious metal pricing, portfolio strategies, and how to securely acquire and store physical metals. Learn how gold and silver can play a crucial role in portfolio diversification and serve as wealth insurance during times of economic uncertainty. Stay informed with industry-leading analysis, market trends, and insider knowledge from U.S. Money Reserve’s team of trusted authorities, which includes two former Directors of the U.S. Mint, an 18-year veteran in financial and retirement planning education, and seasoned precious-metals professionals.

  1. The World at Risk: Iran, Oil and Global Markets

    2H AGO

    The World at Risk: Iran, Oil and Global Markets

    On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes is joined by Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve and former Director of the U.S. Mint, and Brad Chastain, U.S. Money Reserve’s Managing Director and Global Head of Research, to explore how rising tensions with Iran could ripple through global markets. They examine the possibility of an extended conflict, the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz—through which roughly 20% of the world’s oil supply moves—and the potential consequences if energy flows are disrupted. The discussion explores how higher oil prices, global economic pressure, and military escalation could influence financial markets. Diehl and Chastain also break down why precious metals often respond quickly to geopolitical shocks. While gold typically strengthens during periods of global uncertainty, silver and other metals may react differently due to their stronger ties to industrial demand. The episode explores how currency movements, particularly a strengthening U.S. dollar, can temporarily affect gold prices even as long-term fundamentals remain intact. The conversation also highlights why short-term spikes in gold prices often give way to periods of price discovery before longer-term trends reassert themselves. With analysts forecasting higher gold prices in the years ahead, the episode examines the structural forces—geopolitical tension, global realignment, and shifting financial strategies—that continue to support demand. Discover why U.S. Money Reserve is the top choice for portfolio diversification with government-minted gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. Acknowledged as one of the nation’s largest private precious-metals distributors, U.S. Money Reserve has served more than one million clients and facilitated over $4.4 billion in transactions—guided by the unmatched insight of two former U.S. Mint Directors. U.S. Money Reserve, often hailed as “America’s Gold Authority®,” invites you to learn more: tune in to America’s Gold Authority® Podcast and request your FREE Gold Ownership Guide by calling 833-201-4313 or visiting https://usmr.gold/USMoneyReserve/POD52P

    18 min
  2. Tariffs Overturned: The Next Move in Trade Policy

    MAR 2

    Tariffs Overturned: The Next Move in Trade Policy

    On this milestone 50th episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes is joined by Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve and former Director of the U.S. Mint, and Brad Chastain, U.S. Money Reserve’s Managing Director and Global Head of Research, to break down the Supreme Court’s decision overturning major tariff measures—and what it signals for markets. They examine the Trump Administration’s rapid pivot to new 10% and 15% tariffs under alternative legal authorities, the limits of those stopgap measures, and the likelihood of further court challenges. The discussion highlights how extended legal battles and shifting trade policy create ongoing uncertainty for businesses, consumers, and global markets. Diehl and Chastain also explore the potential fallout from $175 billion in previously collected tariffs possibly needing to be refunded. They outline how returning those funds could temporarily stimulate the economy, influence inflation pressures, alter the federal deficit outlook, and affect Federal Reserve interest rate decisions. With trade policy, deficit spending, interest rates, and geopolitical tensions all converging, the episode underscores why prolonged uncertainty has historically supported demand for physical gold. As global economic realignment continues, the conversation offers perspective on how tariffs are only one piece of a much larger structural shift currently underway. Discover why U.S. Money Reserve is the top choice for portfolio diversification with government-minted gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. Acknowledged as one of the nation’s largest private precious-metals distributors, U.S. Money Reserve has served more than one million clients and facilitated over $4.4 billion in transactions—guided by the unmatched insight of two former U.S. Mint Directors. U.S. Money Reserve, often hailed as “America’s Gold Authority®,” invites you to learn more: tune in to America’s Gold Authority® Podcast and request your FREE Gold Ownership Guide by calling 833-201-4374 or visiting https://usmr.gold/USMoneyReserve/POD51P

    17 min
  3. Rebalancing the Asset Mix: Adding a Third Pillar

    FEB 24

    Rebalancing the Asset Mix: Adding a Third Pillar

    On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes is joined by Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve and former Director of the U.S. Mint, and Brad Chastain, U.S. Money Reserve’s Managing Director and Global Head of Research, to examine why many analysts are moving beyond the traditional 60/40 portfolio model. They break down the shift toward a 60/20/20 framework—60% stocks, 20% bonds, and 20% gold—and explain why major institutions are reconsidering asset allocations after years of inflation, geopolitical instability, and market concentration in a handful of technology stocks. The discussion highlights how correlations between stocks and bonds have changed, why portfolios can quietly drift out of balance, and why annual “financial checkups” are essential in fast-moving markets. Diehl shares a six-year analysis comparing multiple asset classes through the COVID-19 pandemic, global conflicts, and persistent inflation. The results underscore the hidden cost of inflation—roughly 24.5% over that period—and reveal how several conventional assets struggled to outpace rising prices, while gold and silver grew at several times the rate of inflation. Chastain explains the importance of managing different types of risk, including volatility risk, shortfall risk, and inflation risk. Together, they outline how adding a third pillar in the form of physical gold may help stabilize portfolios while preserving long-term purchasing power. Discover why U.S. Money Reserve is a trusted ally for Americans focused on wealth protection and long-term financial security. As one of the nation’s largest private distributors of government-minted gold, silver, platinum, and palladium—and the only precious-metals firm led by two former U.S. Mint Directors—it offers clients unmatched institutional expertise. Having served more than one million customers and processed over $4.4 billion in transactions, U.S. Money Reserve continues to help individuals safeguard their futures. For more information, listen to America’s Gold Authority® Podcast and request your FREE Gold Ownership Guide by calling 833-201-4647 or visiting https://usmr.gold/USMoneyReserve/POD50P

    13 min
  4. Real Ownership: Gold’s Role When Bitcoin Unravels

    FEB 18

    Real Ownership: Gold’s Role When Bitcoin Unravels

    On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes is joined by Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve and former Director of the U.S. Mint, and Brad Chastain, U.S. Money Reserve’s Managing Director and Global Head of Research, to break down Bitcoin’s dramatic slide and what it means for consumers seeking stability. They examine Bitcoin’s more than 50% drop in recent months, its repeated history of 70–80% bear markets, and why its price behavior increasingly resembles speculative technology stocks rather than a monetary safe haven. The discussion challenges the long-standing “digital gold” narrative, highlighting how Bitcoin has struggled to act as a hedge against inflation or currency weakness during periods of economic stress. Diehl and Chastain also explore the broader crypto landscape, including regulatory shifts, political support, and the role blockchain technology may play in future financial innovation. While digital assets continue evolving, they explain why volatility remains a defining feature of crypto markets. Discover why U.S. Money Reserve is a trusted ally for Americans focused on wealth protection and long-term financial security. As one of the nation’s largest private distributors of government-minted gold, silver, platinum, and palladium—and the only precious metals firm led by two former U.S. Mint Directors—it offers clients unmatched institutional expertise. Having served more than one million customers and processed over $4.4 billion in transactions, U.S. Money Reserve continues to help individuals safeguard their futures. Discover more: tune in to America’s Gold Authority® Podcast and request your FREE Gold Ownership Guide by calling 833-201-5238 or visiting https://usmr.gold/USMoneyReserve/POD49P

    18 min
  5. Understanding the Swings: What Gold Price Moves Really Mean

    FEB 12

    Understanding the Swings: What Gold Price Moves Really Mean

    On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes is joined by Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve and former Director of the U.S. Mint, and Brad Chastain, U.S. Money Reserve’s Managing Director and Global Head of Research, to unpack the recent volatility in gold and silver prices—and what it actually means for buyers. They explain why a rapid run-up in prices set the stage for a sharp correction, including surprise developments surrounding the Federal Reserve, changes in futures market leverage requirements, and widespread profit-taking in paper markets. The discussion breaks down how margin calls and dealer hedging can amplify short-term price swings, even when physical demand remains strong. Diehl and Chastain also clarify the critical distinction between paper gold and physical gold, explaining why leveraged positions are vulnerable during market pullbacks while physical ownership avoids forced selling. As prices rebounded quickly after the correction, the episode highlights why long-term fundamentals—limited supply, sustained demand, and global uncertainty—continue to support gold’s broader trajectory. U.S. Money Reserve is widely known as one of the country’s largest private dealers of government-minted gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. It’s the only precious-metals firm led by two former U.S. Mint Directors, giving the company unrivaled institutional insight. Having served more than one million customers and processed over $4.4 billion in transactions, U.S. Money Reserve is widely trusted for helping Americans safeguard their financial future. For more information, listen to America’s Gold Authority® Podcast and request your FREE Gold Ownership Guide by calling 833-201-5560 or visiting https://usmr.gold/USMoneyReserve/Website/POD48P

    27 min
  6. The Dollar–Yen Connection: How Japan’s Currency Crisis Hits Home

    FEB 3

    The Dollar–Yen Connection: How Japan’s Currency Crisis Hits Home

    On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes is joined by Brad Chastain, U.S. Money Reserve’s Managing Director and Global Head of Research, to unpack Japan’s growing currency crisis and why it carries serious implications far beyond Asia. They explore the sharp decline of the Japanese yen, the risks tied to Japan’s massive debt load, and how years of ultra-low interest rates fueled one of the largest carry trades in history. Chastain explains why even talk of intervention by Japan or the U.S. could send shockwaves through bond markets, currencies, and global liquidity—and how an unwinding of these trades could impact U.S. Treasuries and financial stability at home. The discussion also connects currency stress to broader systemic risks, including leveraged trades, rising global debt, and the fragile balance holding modern markets together. With wealthy investors and family offices continuing to shift toward gold, the episode outlines why currency volatility often drives demand for assets viewed as being outside the traditional financial system. As one of the nation’s largest private distributors of government-issued gold, silver, platinum, and palladium products, U.S. Money Reserve brings rare leadership perspective to these conversations. With two former Directors of the U.S. Mint on its leadership team and more than a million clients served, the company provides experienced guidance during periods of geopolitical stress and market disruption. Listen to America’s Gold Authority® Podcast and request your FREE Gold Ownership Guide by calling 833-201-5742 or visiting https://usmr.gold/USMoneyReserve/Website/POD47P

    13 min
  7. The Resource Chessboard: Greenland, Venezuela, and America’s Next Move

    JAN 27

    The Resource Chessboard: Greenland, Venezuela, and America’s Next Move

    On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes is joined by Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve and former Director of the U.S. Mint, and Brad Chastain, U.S. Money Reserve’s Managing Director and Global Head of Research, to examine how global resource competition is fueling uncertainty—and sending gold to new highs. They break down why renewed pressure surrounding Greenland sparked a sharp market reaction, and how rapidly escalating rhetoric and policy signals can drive gold higher even before events fully unfold. The discussion expands into Venezuela, connecting regional tensions to the broader push for resource control, supply-chain security, and geopolitical leverage. Diehl and Chastain explain why the world is moving away from the old globalization model and toward strategic trade partnerships built around reliability, security, and access to critical materials. With alliances shifting, tensions between major powers rising, and questions around long-term stability growing, the episode highlights why gold continues to strengthen as confidence in traditional financial systems becomes harder to maintain. As one of the nation’s largest private distributors of government-issued gold, silver, platinum, and palladium products, U.S. Money Reserve brings rare leadership perspective to these conversations. With two former Directors of the U.S. Mint on its leadership team and more than a million clients served, the company provides experienced guidance during periods of geopolitical stress and market disruption. Listen to America’s Gold Authority® Podcast and request your FREE Gold Ownership Guide by calling 855-425-2963 or visiting https://usmr.gold/USMoneyReserve/Website/POD46P

    16 min
  8. The Fed Under Pressure: Influence, Independence, and Market Fallout

    JAN 20

    The Fed Under Pressure: Influence, Independence, and Market Fallout

    On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes is joined by Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve and former Director of the U.S. Mint, and Brad Chastain, U.S. Money Reserve's Managing Director and Global Head of Research, to unpack the intensifying showdown between the Federal Reserve and the White House—and why it’s fueling gold’s momentum. They examine the mounting scrutiny around Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, including testimony, subpoenas, and political pressure tied to Fed decision-making. The discussion covers why this kind of uncertainty matters beyond headlines, and how it can ripple through markets, influence interest rate expectations, and shape confidence in the financial system. Diehl and Chastain also break down why the U.S. dollar can actually strengthen during turbulent periods, why that dynamic creates risks in global debt markets, and what a sharp move in currency direction can signal for market participants. This episode highlights why physical gold continues to attract demand as a hedge against instability, inflation concerns, and monetary uncertainty while markets react to shifting policy signals and questions of central bank independence. As one of the nation’s largest private distributors of government-issued gold, silver, platinum, and palladium products, U.S. Money Reserve brings rare leadership perspective to these conversations. With two former Directors of the U.S. Mint on its leadership team and more than a million clients served, the company provides experienced guidance during periods of geopolitical stress and market disruption. Listen to America’s Gold Authority® Podcast and request your FREE Gold Ownership Guide by calling 855-425-3061 or visiting https://usmr.gold/USMoneyReserve/Website/POD45P

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Are you curious about owning physical gold, silver, and other precious metals? America's Gold Authority® Podcast, presented by U.S. Money Reserve, provides information and insights into these tangible assets, exploring their role in preserving wealth and navigating market fluctuations. The experts at U.S. Money Reserve identify and break down key factors influencing gold and precious metal pricing, portfolio strategies, and how to securely acquire and store physical metals. Learn how gold and silver can play a crucial role in portfolio diversification and serve as wealth insurance during times of economic uncertainty. Stay informed with industry-leading analysis, market trends, and insider knowledge from U.S. Money Reserve’s team of trusted authorities, which includes two former Directors of the U.S. Mint, an 18-year veteran in financial and retirement planning education, and seasoned precious-metals professionals.

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  • Creator
    U.S. Money Reserve
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    52
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 America's Gold Authority Podcast
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