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Best-selling author, world-renowned speculator, and libertarian philosopher Doug Casey has garnered a well-earned reputation for his controversial insights into politics, economics, and investment markets.

Doug literally wrote the book on profiting from periods of economic turmoil. *Crisis Investing* spent weeks as #1 on the New York Times bestseller list and became the best-selling financial book of 1980.

He has been a featured guest on hundreds of radio and TV shows, including David Letterman, Merv Griffin, Charlie Rose, Phil Donahue, Regis Philbin, Maury Povich, NBC News, and CNN; has been the topic of numerous features in periodicals such as Time, Forbes, People, and the Washington Post; and is a regular keynote speaker.

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Best-selling author, world-renowned speculator, and libertarian philosopher Doug Casey has garnered a well-earned reputation for his controversial insights into politics, economics, and investment markets.

Doug literally wrote the book on profiting from periods of economic turmoil. *Crisis Investing* spent weeks as #1 on the New York Times bestseller list and became the best-selling financial book of 1980.

He has been a featured guest on hundreds of radio and TV shows, including David Letterman, Merv Griffin, Charlie Rose, Phil Donahue, Regis Philbin, Maury Povich, NBC News, and CNN; has been the topic of numerous features in periodicals such as Time, Forbes, People, and the Washington Post; and is a regular keynote speaker.

    Did Russia Shoot Down Israeli F-35 bound for Iran with a Nuke?

    Did Russia Shoot Down Israeli F-35 bound for Iran with a Nuke?

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    Chapters:
    00:00 Intro
    Barbra Streisand's Birthday (00:00:12)
    Discussion about the significance of Barbra Streisand's birthday and the "Barbra Streisand effect."
    North Korea's Nuclear Announcement (00:01:26)
    Reflection on North Korea's announcement of having nuclear capabilities and the potential for nuclear weapons in wealthy American families.
    US Hostage Rescue Attempt (00:04:14)
    Analysis of the 1980 US expedition to free hostages in Iran, highlighting the military's state and comparing it to the Afghanistan war.
    Iran-Israel Escalation (00:11:16)
    Pepe Escobar's claim about a potential Israeli F-35 nuclear bomb mission and its aftermath over Iran.
    Yellen's Asset Conversion Proposal (00:16:57)
    Discussion of Janet Yellen's proposal to convert 10% of assets to treasuries before withdrawal eligibility and its implications.
    FTC's Non-Compete Rule (00:19:38)
    The impact of the Federal Trade Commission's rule making it illegal for bosses to enforce non-compete agreements.
    Department of Labor's Overtime Threshold Increase (00:22:54)
    The impact of the Department of Labor's decision to raise the overtime threshold for salaried employees.
    These are the timestamps covered in the podcast episode transcription segment, along with the titles given to each topic.
    Salaried Employees and Micromanagement (00:25:28)
    Discussion on the challenges of managing salaried employees and the need for micromanagement due to new regulations.
    Threats to Chinese Banks (00:28:45)
    Analysis of the US threatening to cut Chinese banks off from the global financial system and its potential impact.
    US-China Trade Tensions (00:29:53)
    Discussion on the escalating trade tensions between the US and China and the potential impact on global trade.
    FBI Director's Concerns (00:33:11)
    The FBI director's concerns about potential coordinated attacks in the US and the implications of his statement.
    Impact on Dollar Utility (00:34:53)
    The detrimental impact of US actions on the utility of the dollar for global transactions and the potential consequences.
    Investment Opportunities (00:36:05)
    Exploration of investment opportunities in gold, uranium, and oil amidst the current chaotic global environment.
    Uranium Investment Report (00:37:07)
    Promotion of a free report on uranium investment and its endorsement by an expert in the field.
    These are the topics covered in the given podcast episode transcription segment, along with their corresponding timestamps.

    • 38 min
    Enemy is the State

    Enemy is the State

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    The revolutionary war (00:00:33)
    Discusses the start of the US Revolutionary War and the misconceptions about it.
    Charles Darwin's death (00:01:11)
    Reflects on the significance of Charles Darwin's influence on the understanding of life.
    Name change of Swaziland (00:02:42)
    Highlights the arbitrary name change of Swaziland to Eswatini and its implications.
    Branch Davidians tragedy (00:03:36)
    Addresses the tragic events involving the Branch Davidians and the Oklahoma City bombing.
    Mae West's imprisonment (00:10:05)
    Discusses the imprisonment of Mae West and the impact of such actions.
    Erik Prince and private armies (00:11:07)
    Opinions on private armies and Erik Prince's involvement in such activities.
    Multiple citizenship and renouncing US citizenship (00:12:30)
    Discusses the importance of having a backup document and the consideration of renouncing US citizenship.
    Population collapse and government incentives (00:15:18)
    Shares opinions on potential population collapse and government incentives for childbirth.
    Weather modification and cloud seeding (00:19:34)
    Explores the possibility of weather modification experiments and the impact of cloud seeding on the environment.
    Protecting against a potential great taking (00:22:42)
    Discusses strategies for protecting assets in the event of a major economic crisis.
    Impact of migrant influx on societal norms (00:24:12)
    Addresses the breakdown of societal norms due to migrant influx and government policies.
    The US immigration issue (00:27:15)
    Doug Casey discusses the influx of immigrants and the potential impact on American society and economy.
    Predicting a civil war in the US (00:28:16)
    Doug Casey talks about the possibility of a civil war in the US and compares it to the American Revolution.
    Critique of Janet Yellen's statement on China (00:29:00)
    Doug Casey criticizes Janet Yellen's views on China's impact on the global market.
    Comparing US and Chinese productivity (00:30:55)
    Discussion on the productivity differences between the US and China, particularly in the automotive industry.
    Chinese hacking of US infrastructure (00:34:39)
    Concerns about Chinese government-linked hackers infiltrating US critical infrastructure.
    Discussion on the concept of folk saints (00:37:44)
    Doug Casey shares his views on individuals who are not canonized or beatified and the concept of folk saints.
    Collecting 19th-century European coins (00:42:01)
    Doug Casey discusses the advantages of small 19th-century European coins as an investment.
    Argentina's request to join NATO (00:45:54)
    Discussion on Argentina's formal request to join NATO and concerns about its foreign policy decisions.

    • 51 min
    They're Asking for Civil War

    They're Asking for Civil War

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    Chapters: 
    00:00 Intro
    Uranium Investment Opportunity (00:00:02)
    Discussion about the current opportunity in uranium investment and how to access a special report.
    Anarcho-Capitalist Awakening (00:00:42)
    Conversation about the increasing influence of anarcho-capitalist ideas in mainstream culture, sparked by a UFC fighter's public support for capitalism and Ludwig von Mises.
    Gold Price Divergence (00:03:18)
    Analysis of the divergence in the ten-year treasury and gold prices, suggesting a bullish market for gold and a bearish market for treasuries.
    Trump's Legal Battles (00:06:53)
    Discussion of the legal challenges faced by President Trump, including the Stormy Daniels case, and the potential impact on his ability to campaign.
    Geopolitical Tensions with Iran (00:16:29)
    Assessment of the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, and the potential consequences of further military actions.
    Climate Change Hysteria (00:22:57)
    Criticism of the widespread belief in global warming and climate change, characterized as "total bullshit" by one of the speakers.
    Carbon demonization (00:23:14)
    Discussion on the demonization of carbon and its impact on global warming hysteria.
    C02 fear tactics (00:24:36)
    The use of fear tactics to create hysteria and influence public opinion on global warming.
    Protests and political movements (00:25:46)
    The shift from BLM protests to support for Palestine and the impact on cultural and political dynamics.

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    • 26 min
    Dangerous Idiots are in Charge

    Dangerous Idiots are in Charge

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    Today, we start with the ongoing FBI investigations into individuals involved in the January 6 events, alleging corruption and unacceptable pursuit of American citizens. The conversation shifts to address a secret surveillance program targeting individuals opposing government policies, labeling them as domestic extremists. 
    The dialogue moves on to critique the justice system's targeting of Trump associates and the apparent politicization and bias within various government institutions. Additionally, the script touches on economic measures like student debt forgiveness and the implications of such policies. It also critiques the competence and statements of certain political figures, highlighting instances of ignorance and absurdity. 
    The conversation concludes by comparing the current state of societal and political unrest to historical precedents, questioning the future trajectory of the United States amidst declining institutional faith and societal division.
    Chapters:
    00:00 Intro and Opening Remarks and FBI Investigations
    01:50 Allegations of Government Surveillance and Political Bias
    03:21 Trump's Legal Battles and Political Persecution
    07:15 Critique of Political Figures and Government Incompetence
    15:15 Economic Discussions: Zimbabwe's Gold Dollar and Student Debt Forgiveness
    20:21 Decline of Public Institutions and Societal Decay
    26:58 Reflections on Historical Craziness and the Future of the US
     

    • 34 min
    Our Greatest Threat

    Our Greatest Threat

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    Doug Casey and Matt Smith discussed various topics, including the French Revolution, gold coins, property rights, and migration. They believe a gold bull market has started, and gold stocks are undervalued. Uruguay and Argentina have good property rights, but the government is the greatest threat to property everywhere. Massive migration into the U.S. will cause major problems. 
    Chapters:
    00:00 Intro with Viewer Questions: Book Recommendations and More
    00:06The French Revolution: Insights and Anecdotes
    02:30 Fiat Money and Inflation in France
    05:08 Debating Democracy vs. Republic: A Philosophical Discussion
    06:09 Anarcho-Capitalism 
    06:41 Gold Coins and the Risk of Counterfeits: An Expert's Take
    08:16 Navigating the Metals Bull Market: Strategies and Predictions
    14:03 Considering Belize as a Bug-Out Location Amidst Migration Concerns
    14:48 The Dynamics of Gold Markets and Future Speculations
    16:51 Property Rights in Uruguay and Argentina: A Comparative Analysis
    21:01 The Digital Nations Club: Surveillance, Control, and the Future
    22:14 Exploring Citizenship and Tax Implications in Argentina
    24:33 Lifestyle and Living Costs: From Tasmania to Thailand
    31:18 Addressing Migration Issues and Government Policies
    37:45 Wrapping Up: Final Thoughts and Weekend Wishes

    • 37 min
    "It's Game Over, Man!"

    "It's Game Over, Man!"

    Join us at https://www.CrisisInvesting.com
    Connect with us on Telegram: https://t.me/dougcasey
    Provocations in the Middle East (00:00:02)
    Discussion of recent provocations in the Middle East, including Israel's actions and drone strikes.
    Biomedical Concerns (00:00:02)
    Mention of biomedical concerns such as bird flu emerging in Texas and a podcast discussing vaccination risks.
    US Debt and Migration (00:01:10)
    The acceleration of US debt, migration issues, and the upcoming election are mentioned, with questions about their implications.
    Response to Recent Events (00:02:16)
    Comparison of current events to the song "We Didn't Start the Fire" and a reference to the movie "Aliens."
    Terrorist Attack in Russia (00:05:09)
    Discussion of the terrorist attack in Russia and skepticism about the official narrative.
    Potential Impact of the Election (00:09:29)
    Speculation about the upcoming election, potential candidates, and the impact of current events on voters' choices.
    Potential Escalation of Conflict (00:12:05)
    Prediction of a potential war before the election and its possible locations, including Gaza and Ukraine.
    Impact of Migration (00:16:31)
    Discussion of the impact of mass migration on housing markets and societal stability.
    Rigging the Election (00:18:48)
    Consideration of the possibility of using migration to influence election demographics.
    Competency Crisis (00:23:34)
    Concern about a competency crisis, including the collapse of the Key Bridge in Baltimore and other instances of malfunction.
    Demoralization and Destabilization (00:24:32)
    Reference to Yuri Bezmenov's stages of demoralization, destabilization, and normalization in the context of current events.
    The demoralization of American society (00:25:36)
    Discussion on the lack of belief, cultural changes, and conspiracy theories.
    Public response to the solar eclipse (00:26:33)
    Analysis of public reaction and government statements regarding the upcoming solar eclipse.
    Gold market trends and investment advice (00:29:22)
    Insights on gold market, ETF withdrawals, and recommended gold coins for investment.
    Asian demand for gold and financial inequality (00:33:32)
    Discussion on the influence of Asian demand on gold prices and financial inequality in the US.
    Political risk and diversification (00:34:11)
    Importance of diversifying politically and the significance of having a crib outside the home country.
    Argentina as a favorable location for a second home (00:36:30)
    Reasons for considering Argentina as a prime choice for a second home and citizenship.
    Upcoming episode and viewer engagement (00:37:21)
    Announcement of a future episode and invitation for viewer questions and comments.

    • 37 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
76 Ratings

76 Ratings

Montara California. ,

So smart. Critical thinking. Makes so much sense.

Just a no nonsense conversation between 2 real men. Even though it’s the truth they manage to convey a positive tone about how to manage these hard days. Sound financial knowledge. Great

P Hestet ,

Truth

By far, I look forward to Doug Casey’s Take more than any other podcast. I’m glad to see the posting here has started to keep up with the other platforms. Please keep up the great work.

Axes and Anchors ,

Excellent

Doug Casey has always been the beacon of light for libertarians. Great to hear his opinion when he has the time.

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