Episodios

  • 2026-04-13 Debt, Dragflation & the Dollar’s End: Are We Entering a Global Economic Collapse?

    2026-04-13 Debt, Dragflation & the Dollar’s End: Are We Entering a Global Economic Collapse?
    Apr 13 2026
    In this episode of the Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio Program, host Dennis Tubbergen sits down with renowned trend forecaster Gerald Celente to unpack the mounting global debt crisis and what it means for your financial future. With U.S. debt nearing unsustainable levels and economic warning signs flashing—from declining real estate trends to rising inflation—Celente shares his bold forecast of “dragflation,” a dangerous mix of economic decline and persistent inflation. The conversation explores the potential collapse of the U.S. dollar, geopolitical risks, and the possibility of a global financial reset. If you’re concerned about protecting your wealth in uncertain times, this episode delivers critical insights and a wake-up call to prepare for what may lie ahead. Gerald Celente is the Founder/Director of the Trends Research Institute and Publisher of the weekly Trends Journal magazine. He is the author of the highly acclaimed and best-selling books “Trend Tracking” and “Trends 2000”. With a 40-year track record of identifying, tracking, and forecasting trends, Celente is world-renowned as today’s #1 Trend Forecaster. Celente, developed the Globalnomic methodology to identify, track, forecast, and manage trends, is a political atheist. Unencumbered by political dogma, rigid ideology, or conventional wisdom, Celente, whose motto is “Think for Yourself,” observes and analyzes current events forming future trends for what they are – not for how he wants them to be. For more information about our guest, Gerald Celente, please visit www.trendsresearch.com. For more information about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates please visit, www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.
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    32 m
  • 2026-04-06 Debt, Deflation & the Coming Reset: Are We Already in a Recession?

    2026-04-06 Debt, Deflation & the Coming Reset: Are We Already in a Recession?
    Apr 6 2026
    Is the U.S. already in a recession? What happens when private debt hits historic highs? In this episode, financial expert Dennis Tubbergen and economist Karl Denninger break down the biggest economic risks facing Americans today—including rising inflation, mounting consumer debt, Federal Reserve policy shifts, and warning signs in private credit markets. You’ll learn: • Why record U.S. private debt could trigger deflation or crisis • How rising delinquencies in credit cards, mortgages, and auto loans signal economic stress • What the Fed may do next with interest rates and quantitative easing • Whether stagflation is coming—and how it could impact stocks and real estate • Smart portfolio strategies to protect your wealth in uncertain markets If you’re concerned about inflation, recession, or retirement planning, this episode delivers critical insights you need now. Mr. Karl Denninger is an American technology businessman, finance blogger, author, and political activist, sometimes referred to as a founding member of the Tea Party movement. Mr. Denninger is the author of the book Leverage: How Cheap Money Will Destroy the World. In the book, Denninger presents an inside look at how moneyed and powerful interests debase the dollar through the willful and intentional failure to honestly represent short and long-term mathematical truths that underlie all economic systems. For information about Karl Denninger please visit www.Market-Ticker.org. For more information about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.
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    36 m
  • 2026-03-30 What’s Next for the U.S. Economy? Recession Signals, Wealth Migration & the $10K Gold Prediction

    2026-03-30 What’s Next for the U.S. Economy? Recession Signals, Wealth Migration & the $10K Gold Prediction
    Mar 30 2026
    Are we heading into a recession in 2026? In this episode of RLA Radio, Dennis Tubbergen analyzes IRS migration data showing high-income earners relocating from high-tax states like California and New York to tax-friendly states such as Florida and Texas. Financial expert Ed Dowd joins the show to discuss the U.S. economic outlook, stock market risks, housing market correction, AI bubble concerns, and Federal Reserve policy. Topics include recession indicators, S&P 500 downside risk, deflation vs inflation cycles, gold and silver investment strategy, central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), and long-term wealth protection. If you're interested in economic trends, investing strategies, tax policy, and financial planning, this episode delivers critical insights for navigating today’s uncertain economy. Edward Dowd is a numbers guy who sniffed out Wall Street’s game—he ran a $14 billion equity growth fund at BlackRock before he walked. Now, he's living on the beautiful island of Maui, working as an independent economic & investment analyst and co-founder of Phinance Technologies, still digging into what’s real. His bestselling book, Cause Unknown, threw a wrench in the pandemic story—sudden deaths, economic fallout, stuff they won’t touch. He’s not parroting the suits; he’s mapping the looming debt crisis and what’s coming. To learn more about our guest, Ed Dowd, visit www.eddowd.com. To learn more about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit our website at www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.
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    38 m
  • 2026-03-23 The Fourth Turning Is Here: Economic Crisis, Generational Cycles & Smart Investing Strategies

    2026-03-23 The Fourth Turning Is Here: Economic Crisis, Generational Cycles & Smart Investing Strategies
    Mar 23 2026
    Are we heading toward a major economic reset? In this episode of Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio, Dennis Tubbergen breaks down the impact of rising taxes, billionaire migration, and shifting economic policy before interviewing bestselling author Neil Howe, co-author of The Fourth Turning. Discover how generational cycles shape the economy, why today’s political division, global conflict, and market volatility mirror past crises like the Great Depression, and what it all means for your financial future. Learn actionable investment strategies for inflation, market downturns, and wealth protection, including insights on commodities, silver investing, and portfolio positioning in uncertain times. If you’re searching for answers on recession risks, stock market outlook, inflation trends, or how to prepare for the next financial crisis, this episode delivers essential insights for investors and business owners alike. Neil Howe is a historian, economist, and demographer, and a leading authority on generational trends. He coined the term "Millennial Generation" and is the bestselling author of over a dozen books, including Generations, The Fourth Turning, Millennials Rising, and The Graying of the Great Powers. Howe is the Managing Director of Demography at Hedgeye and president of Saeculum Research, which helps managers and investors anticipate changes in markets, consumer preferences, and the public mood. Howe has served hundreds of clients—from Nike and Fidelity to Disney and the U.S. Marine Corps. To learn more about our guest, Neil Howe, visit HedgeyeAM.com. To learn more about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit our website at www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.
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    35 m
  • 2026-03-16 What’s Next for the Economy? Martin Armstrong on War, Debt, Gold, and the Road Ahead

    2026-03-16 What’s Next for the Economy? Martin Armstrong on War, Debt, Gold, and the Road Ahead
    Mar 16 2026
    Is the U.S. economy headed for a recession, market correction, or something even worse? In this episode of the Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio podcast, host Dennis Tubbergen sits down with economist and forecaster Martin Armstrong to discuss the U.S. economic outlook, stock market risks, inflation, interest rates, government debt, and what investors should be doing now. They break down the warning signs in today’s economy, the outlook for the stock market, how Federal Reserve policy is affecting inflation and markets, and why retirees and investors need to prepare for ongoing uncertainty. The conversation also explores market volatility, wealth protection strategies, retirement planning concerns, and the broader financial trends shaping the future of the U.S. economy. This episode is essential listening for anyone interested in Martin Armstrong predictions, stock market outlook, recession warnings, inflation, investing, and retirement planning. Martin A. Armstrong is an economist, financial forecaster, and computer model innovator known for his Economic Confidence Model, which fine-tuned the business cycle to 8.6 years. Encouraged by his father to explore computers in the 1960s, Armstrong combined his expertise in computer science and economics to create one of the first global forecasting models, which gained recognition for its accuracy in predicting market trends and geopolitical events. He founded Princeton Economics International, Ltd., providing institutional analysis and forecasting for global markets. Armstrong's career has been marked by groundbreaking insights into capital flows, market oscillations, and economic cycles, as well as controversies surrounding his legal battles and imprisonment, which he attributed to political and financial interests seeking to suppress his work. To learn more about our guest, Martin Armstrong, visit ArmstrongEconomics.com. To learn more about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit our website at www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.
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    38 m
  • 2026-03-09 Debt, Bubbles, and Bullion: Is the Next Financial Shock Closer Than We Think?

    2026-03-09 Debt, Bubbles, and Bullion: Is the Next Financial Shock Closer Than We Think?
    Mar 9 2026
    Is the U.S. economy heading toward a major market correction? In this episode of the Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio podcast, host Dennis Tubbergen sits down with economist and Midweek Reality Check host Michael Pento to discuss the growing risks in today’s financial system. They break down the massive U.S. national debt, potential bubbles in the stock market, bonds, and real estate, and the role the Federal Reserve plays in driving inflation and monetary policy. The conversation also explores why central banks are buying gold, the outlook for precious metals like gold and silver, and how investors can protect their portfolios during economic uncertainty. Plus, Dennis explains the latest warning from the Congressional Budget Office about Social Security’s projected shortfall and what it could mean for future retirees. This episode is essential listening for anyone interested in economic outlook, investing strategies, inflation, and retirement planning. Michael Pento is the President and Founder of Pento Portfolio Strategies, with more than 27 years of investment experience. He was the portfolio creator and consultant to Delta/Claymore's commodity portfolios that raised more than $3 billion, distributed through Claymore/Guggenheim's sales network. He produces the weekly podcast “The Mid-Week Reality Check” and is the author of the book “The Coming Bond Market Collapse.” For more information about our guest, Mr. Michael Pento, please visit http://pentoport.com. For more information about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.
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    32 m
  • 2026-03-02 Silver Market Crash, Federal Reserve Policy & Inflation Risks

    2026-03-02 Silver Market Crash, Federal Reserve Policy & Inflation Risks
    Mar 1 2026
    In this episode of Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio, Dennis Tubbergen analyzes the dramatic 30% silver price crash and what it means for precious metals investors, inflation, and market volatility. Was it a normal correction—or a coordinated reaction involving margin hikes, exchange disruptions, and Federal Reserve leadership changes? Dr. Jonathan Newman of the Mises Institute joins the show to break down Austrian economics, Federal Reserve policy, interest rates, government debt, deficit spending, and the long-term inflation outlook. They also discuss recession risks, hyperinflation concerns, central banking strategy, and whether America’s growing federal debt is sustainable. If you’re interested in silver investing, gold markets, inflation protection, Federal Reserve decisions, and the future of the U.S. economy, this episode delivers timely insight for investors and retirees alike. Dr. Jonathan Newman is a Fellow at the Mises Institute. He earned his PhD at Auburn University while a Research Fellow at the Mises Institute. He was the recipient of the 2021 Gary G. Schlarbaum Award to a Promising Young Scholar for Excellence in Research and Teaching. Previously, he was Associate Professor of Economics and Finance at Bryan College. He has published in the Quarterly Journal of Austrian Economics and in volumes edited by Matthew McCaffrey and Per Bylund. His research focuses on Austrian economics, inflation and business cycles, and the history of economic thought. He has taught courses on Macroeconomics and Quantitative Economics: Uses and Limitations in the Mises Graduate School. To learn more about our guest, Jonathan Newman, visit Mises.org. To learn more about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit our website at www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.
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    30 m
  • 2026-02-23 Fed Policy, Gold at $5,000, Silver Shortages & Bitcoin’s Future | Doug Casey on the U.S. Economy

    2026-02-23 Fed Policy, Gold at $5,000, Silver Shortages & Bitcoin’s Future | Doug Casey on the U.S. Economy
    Feb 23 2026
    Is the U.S. economy heading toward recession — or something worse? In this episode of RLA Radio, Dennis Tubbergen interviews bestselling author and legendary investor Doug Casey to break down Federal Reserve policy, inflation risks, rising government debt, and what record-high stock market valuations really mean for investors. They discuss gold at all-time highs, growing physical silver demand on the COMEX, central banks reducing U.S. dollar exposure, Bitcoin’s volatility and long-term potential, and why energy stocks, uranium, and commodities may outperform tech. Plus, Dennis explains the alarming surge in short-term Treasury refinancing and how it could impact retirees and long-term investors. If you’re concerned about inflation, recession, the Fed’s next move, precious metals investing, or the future of the dollar, this episode delivers timely insights and contrarian analysis you won’t hear on mainstream financial media. Best-selling author, world-renowned speculator, and libertarian philosopher Doug Casey has garnered a well-earned reputation for his erudite (and often controversial) insights into politics, economics, and investment markets. Doug wrote the book on profiting from periods of economic turmoil; his book “Crisis Investing” spent weeks as #1 on the New York Times bestseller list. 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 at FreedomFest, the world’s largest gathering of free minds. For information about Doug Casey please visit InternationalMan.com. For more information about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit https://retirementlifestyleadvocates.com.
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    28 m