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Welcome to the VRA Investing Podcast with your host Kip Herriage. In today's episode, Kip breaks down a historic week for the markets, as the Dow Jones hits an all-time high above 47,000 and key indices push into record territory. He recaps insights from the recent members-only Zoom call, shares why the VRA Investing System just flashed a strong bullish signal, and explains why this generational bull market is just getting started.

In today's episode, Tyler Herriage recaps a lively market rebound after yesterday's downturn, sharing insight on the latest earnings from major players like Tesla, Intel, and Ford. Tyler spotlights why shareholder voting power matters, especially in the wake of Tesla's recent drama around passive index funds. He also covers today's market internals—including eye-catching sentiment indicators, tech and small cap rallies, and bullish movements in semiconductors. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today's episode, Kip dives into a whirlwind of market action, offering his signature honest take on what's driving these volatile times. Kip walks us through fresh updates from Tesla's earnings call with Elon Musk, analyzing cryptic hints about the company's future—and what might be brewing with new product releases. He also shares his perspective on this rollercoaster market, covering everything from sharp moves in Bitcoin and gold to the brutal shakeouts in momentum stocks and quantum computing.

In today's episode, Kip dives into the latest market action, celebrating new all time highs in tech, the semiconductors, and the Nasdaq, and explains why this bull market is textbook, don't listen to the naysayers! Kip breaks down the bold calls the VRA team made earlier this year, from plunging interest rates to shifts in mortgage rates and what that means for investors as we head into the midterms and beyond. He explores how changes at the Fed, Trump's policy pivots, and a potential “rocket fuel” drop in mortgage rates could send the market even higher. You'll get insight into why Kip expects next year to be a blockbuster for stocks, with predictions of the S&P 500 and Nasdaq delivering outsized gains. He also shares his candid views on political developments, the importance of optimism in investing, and the risks and rewards in gold, bitcoin, and standouts like Tesla.

In today's episode, Kip dives into this week's market volatility, shares personal stories from his time battling big banks like JP Morgan, and discusses the realities behind gold market manipulation. You'll hear Kip's unfiltered take on investor sentiment, the so called “credit cockroaches” shaking up regional banks, and what these trends mean for your portfolio. Plus, there's insight on Tesla's latest media coverage, an update on Bitcoin's recent shakeout, and Kip's bullish outlook for gold miners. If you've been wondering how current events, market psychology, and political cycles are shaping this generational bull market, you won't want to miss Kip's analysis and candid commentary. Get ready for a packed episode filled with actionable investing wisdom and a dose of hard truths from behind the scenes. Tune into today's podcast to learn more. 

In today's episode, Tyler takes a deep dive into the latest market action, and why right now is a great time to "buy the dip". He covers the latest sentiment surprises showing extreme fear for stocks - hardly the sign of a market top. He also unpacks the beginning of tech earnings with a spotlight on a crucial name that you won't want to miss. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today's episode, Kip breaks down a powerful day in the markets, spotlighting explosive gains in semiconductors, small caps, and even mining stocks as gold and silver hit fresh all time highs. With Q3 bank earnings impressing across the board, Kip shares his bullish outlook for the fourth quarter and beyond, predicting a “melt-up” market in 2026 driven by technological innovation, robust corporate earnings, and what he calls “the Trump economic miracle.” Tune into today's podcast to learn more. 

In today's episode, Kip dives into the market's dramatic rebound after Friday's flash crash, highlighting the wild volatility that shook the crypto markets and left 1.8 million traders wiped out. He explores the “rank criminality” behind the crypto plunge, talks regulation or lack thereof and teases a brand new crypto recommendation coming soon for VRA members. You'll also hear Kip's take on Trump's latest tariffs, prediction markets, and the immense economic opportunities brewing in the Middle East. The conversation turns to market fundamentals, debunking the doom and gloom crash callers by examining record cash reserves, home equity, and the healthy state of U.S. company balance sheets. Kip celebrates the surge in gold, silver, and commodities, and offers bullish perspectives for the weeks and months ahead including why he's so excited about Tesla and the future of nuclear energy. Tune into today's podcast to learn more. 

In today's episode, Kip returns to the mic to talk about the latest market action, the importance of taking breaks, and the value of having a strong and growing team. Kip shares insights from his recent appearance on Charles Payne's show and dives into why October is always a tricky month for investors especially with heightened volatility and earnings season just around the corner. Kip discusses shakeouts in the current bull market, lessons learned from the dot-com era, and strategies for riding out market turbulence. He emphasizes smart portfolio management like holding winners, being cautious with margin, and embracing diversification across sectors like tech, energy, precious metals, and Bitcoin. Plus, Kip covers the ongoing story behind gold's price surge, the impact of decades long manipulation, and why he believes the precious metal still has tremendous upside from here.

In today's episode, Tyler breaks down the VRA's comparison of this new bull market to the 1995-2000 Dot-Com Melt-Up and why we see this market heading a whole lot higher. If you're concerned about an “AI bubble,” you'll want to stick around for today's chart analysis. Plus, Tyler dives into the record runs in precious metals and the miners, highlighting silver's first ATH in over 14 years. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today's episode, Tyler dives into a busy day for the markets, where fresh all-time highs gave way to a slight pullback, yet the broader bull market story remains unchanged. He covers why the VRA sees this as "The Pause That Refreshes" as we head into Q3 Earnings Season. He also breaks down major news from Tesla and explains why the VRA has been so focused on owning inflationary assets in this market environment. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today's episode, Tyler kicks off the week with an action-packed VRA Podcast filled with all-time highs and market-moving headlines. He dives into the latest news in the AI and semiconductor race, and what it means for the future of the innovation revolution. He also recaps sector performance on the year, and why an unloved sector, Gold miners, continue to lead the way. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today's episode, Kip dives into a whirlwind week on Wall Street, where government shutdown fears fizzled out and all four major market indexes hit new all-time highs—a rare and bullish sign for investors. Kip breaks down the market's midday volatility using tools like the put/call ratio, and offers insights on why these government shake-ups often create more opportunity than crisis. Tune into today's episode to learn more.

In today's episode, Kip dives into a dynamic market update as the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow Jones all close at fresh all-time highs, while small caps lag behind. Kip breaks down the effects of political headlines like government shutdowns and media fear mongering on market sentiment, emphasizing why tuning out mainstream noise can lead to better investment decisions. Kip offers an unapologetically candid perspective on recent U.S. political developments, media narratives, and how these influences can skew investor psychology. Kip highlights the opportunities present in today's melt up bull market and discusses the latest news around Tesla's delivery numbers, energy sector trends, gold and bitcoin's explosive moves, and why the so-called “smart money” is front-running earnings season.

In today's episode, Tyler recaps a strong start to the year for our markets, and what to expect as we head into the most bullish timeframe of the year. He also breaks down the latest moves in the VRA Portfolio fueled by tech names like Nvidia and Tesla. Also, we will cover the government shutdown and what it means for your portfolio. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today's episode, Kip breaks down what makes the start of the fourth quarter so exciting for investors. Kip explains why September's notorious market weakness is now in the rearview mirror, and why both equities and Bitcoin historically post their best returns in Q4 with data showing Bitcoin averaging a jaw dropping 57.5% gain in the final quarter over the past decade. You'll hear a candid take on financial media, the importance of thinking independently as an investor, and some sharp commentary on the “smart money hour” that signals real opportunities as institutional investors shift gears. Kip also shares insight on the effects of government shutdowns, congressional recess, and what policy shifts like Trump's economic moves and corporate expensing mean for the next market leg higher. Tune into today's podcast to learn more. 

In today's episode, Kip takes a deep dive into the latest market action as Gold and the semiconductors hit fresh all-time highs. Kip breaks down why optimism continues to fuel this "melt-up bull market." He also critiques mainstream financial commentary and tells fascinating insider stories, sharing personal anecdotes and lessons learned about trend following and tuning out the noise. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today's episode, Kip breaks down everything you need to know as we head into a critical stretch for the markets and the most bullish time of the year for stocks. He takes a closer look at the macro picture, discussing America's economic resilience in the face of global pressures. You'll also get the VRA's take on where the greatest opportunities are emerging right now. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today's episode, Kip brings his trademark candor and market savvy to a wide ranging, fast paced conversation about the latest market moves and economic headlines. Kip kicks things off reflecting on former President Trump's recent press conference, addressing the diverse views in the VRA community, and breaks down why he believes Trump's economic policies continue to shape the current investing landscape. Kip covers the much anticipated breakout in silver, sharing insights from years of following precious metals and what this historic move could mean going forward. He dives into the real story behind the dollar's decline, why gold and silver remain core holdings, and dispels myths about their correlation with the greenback. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today's episode, Kip is back behind the mic after a brief break, sharing his signature insights on the current state of the markets and what investors should be watching now. Kip dives into the latest market action, discussing why recent pullbacks are natural in a strong bull market and what signals he's tracking for the next big opportunities. He highlights some standout sectors including home builders, which just got a major boost from surprising new home sales data and discusses the power of massive home equity in the U.S. market. Kip also covers the surge in AI spending, strength in energy stocks, and the ongoing bull case for gold, bitcoin, and especially Tesla, which he calls an essential portfolio holding right now. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today's episode, Tyler breaks down a day packed with headlines that could reshape the future of our financial system. We'll unpack comments from Fed Chairman Jerome Powell, and more importantly, the late-breaking news from the CFTC, which just greenlit the use of stablecoins as tokenized collateral in U.S. derivative markets. You won't want to miss this action-packed VRA Investing Podcast.

In today's episode, Tyler kicks off the week with a deep dive into the markets as we continue to soar to all-time highs. He unpacks the major driver behind this rally, including the 5 Big Bribe Megatrends, record high money supply, the Fed's rate cuts, and where investors should look in a lower-yield environment. Tune into today's podcast to learn more

In today's episode, Tyler breaks down another day of all-time highs to close out an excellent week for our major indexes. He kicks things off by highlighting the incredible momentum driving the current market rally, emphasizing the role of the ongoing “innovation revolution” that's fueling growth. From big-picture economic trends to actionable insights in commodities, today's episode is packed with the latest news. Tune in to today's podcast to learn more.

In today's episode, Tyler breaks down an action-packed day of stock market action that saw all of our major indexes hit all-time highs. He also dives into the latest moves from the Federal Reserve and what they mean going forward for investors. He also spotlights some of the big winners today, including an explosive rally from Intel. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today's episode, Kip dives right into the dramatic market action following the latest Federal Reserve meeting and Jerome Powell's address. Kip unpacks Powell's demeanor, Bloomberg's assessment of a Fed “full of contradictions,” and the immediate impact on the markets, including a sharp rally after Powell stopped speaking and surprising moves in Treasury yields. Kip takes on everything from the Fed's “institutional bloat” to the growing argument for fewer Fed meetings, and why Trump's push to change the system of quarterly earnings reports actually makes sense. He breaks down the current themes driving rates lower and what it all means for mortgage rates, the $34 trillion in untapped home equity, and the coming wave of refinancing activity.Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today's episode, Kip discusses the latest GDP estimate surprise from the Atlanta Fed, coming in now at a 3.4% projection, and he breaks down why we're headed for even stronger growth, potentially hitting his 5% GDP call sooner than most expect. Kip also unpacks the groupthink dominating Wall Street and economic circles, making a compelling case for why independent thinking and contrarian strategies continue to win out. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today's episode, Kip kicks off the week with a deep dive into the surging stock market, where all of our major indexes finished higher, and the Nasdaq and the S&P 500 closed at record highs. Despite this massive move higher, sentiment indicators continue to show overwhelming skepticism from investors. He also covers the all-time highs for both Gold and the Gold miners, and why this move higher will continue. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today's episode, Kip dives into an eventful week on Wall Street, covering everything from the recent bombshell drops in Pfizer and Moderna stock prices to the standout performance of portfolio favorites like Tesla and Vista Gold. Kip breaks down why Tesla is surging and what's fueling record demand, offers insights into the innovation revolution sweeping the markets, and speculates on the potential for new models and even flying cars. He also shares his bold gold price predictions and explores how the rise in demand from companies like Tether could transform the gold market. Plus, Kip weighs in on headline grabbing events and what the latest news could mean for investors moving forward. If you're looking for actionable insights and a look at where the markets and the world are headed next, you won't want to miss this episode!

In today's episode, Kip delivers a candid and personal take on recent, somber events, including the assassination of Charlie Kirk and reflections on the 24th anniversary of 9/11. Kip also recaps his interview today on Making Money with Charles Payne, today's all-time highs in the stock market, and why he remains steadfastly bullish on the current melt-up bull market. Tune into today's episode to learn more.

In today's episode, Kip returns after an action packed few weeks, sharing stories from recent travels including an adventurous trip to Alaska and updates from his team's visit to Snowline Gold in the Yukon. Diving straight into the markets, Kip breaks down an exciting day as the NASDAQ, Dow Jones, and S&P 100 all close at new all-time highs, and explores what these bullish milestones mean for investors. Kip tackles the persistent negativity around the market, addressing the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics jobs revisions and why, despite headlines warning of economic slowdown, he remains “utterly amazed” at the ongoing market strength. He revisits the “Trump Economic Miracle,” highlighting the combined power of deregulation, tax cuts, tariffs, and crucially the relentless wave of what he calls the “innovation revolution.” These forces are fueling a generational bull market that is just getting started. Tune into today's podcast to learn more. 

In today's show, Kip breaks down a stellar day on Wall Street, highlighting new all-time highs for the S&P 500 and major moves in sectors like small caps and semiconductors. He digs deep into the market's broadening strength, the powerful wave of liquidity propelling this bull market, and why falling interest rates could be the biggest untold story driving everything higher. Kip also tackles some headline making news from the Federal Reserve, exploring the latest controversy around Governor Lisa Cook and what it could mean for Fed independence and market policy plus what to watch as Trump and his allies look to shake up America's financial system. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today's episode, Kip shares some exciting updates about an upcoming trip to examine one of the hottest gold mining stories in Canada, Snowline Gold and reflects on the remarkable journey this junior miner has taken from 75 cents a share to over $7.20. He takes listeners behind the scenes on VRA's due diligence process, discusses how to spot mining scams, and previews the boots on the ground research coming straight from the Yukon. Kip digs into what sets the VRA community apart, from time stamped portfolio transparency to market beating performance posting returns over three times the S&P 500 so far this year.

In today's episode, Kip returns from an epic Alaskan fishing adventure, recharged and ready to dig into the state of the markets after the long Labor Day weekend. Kip shares personal stories from the Highlands Lodge, recounting how his trip to the wilds of Pelican, Alaska, ended with more than just memories, plenty of salmon, halibut, and unique fish tales in tow. But it's not all leisure. Kip is fired up about the markets, especially precious metals and mining stocks. He breaks down why gold's breakout is just getting started, why mining stocks are misunderstood (and ripe with opportunity), and why he believes gold could see a “Bitcoin-like move” in the years ahead. Kip explains the macroeconomic forces at play, including the possible impact of Trump administration policies and the unprecedented flood of global liquidity, and makes the case for staying bullish even when the bears get loud.

In today's jam-packed episode, Kip covers a significant milestone that began with J Powell's surprisingly dovish speech at the Fed's Jackson Hole meeting, which led to a big rally from the small caps and an All-Time High from the Dow Jones. Tune in for all this and more—including actionable insights on what sectors to watch, where retail investors are leading the charge, and why staying long and strong could be the best move you make this year.

In today's episode, Tyler takes a deep dive into the under-the-hood action shaping today's investing landscape. While we have entered a seasonally weak period of the year, there is plenty of bullish action beneath the surface, from surprising sentiment readings to intriguing breadth expansion. Most notably, he sets aside time for a special discussion on gold—exploring the potential implications of revaluing the U.S. Treasury's gold reserves and what it could mean for both investors and the dollar itself.

In today's episode, Kip dives deep into a volatile August market, unpacking this week's wild swings and what they mean for your portfolio. Despite choppy trading, Kip doubles down on his bullish outlook, arguing that we're still in the very early innings of this bull market. He breaks down why current dips are buying opportunities, shares his strong predictions for year end and 2026, and takes a closer look at the “ocean of liquidity” fueling these moves. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today's episode, Kip breaks down a particularly strange day in the markets, sharing his raw reactions and unique insights. Kip dives into the latest market turbulence highlighting how Bitcoin's decline, tech sector sell-offs, and surprising moves in semiconductors all seem to hint at something brewing beneath the surface, possibly even a leaked speech from Federal Reserve Chairman Jay Powell. Drawing on historical parallels with September 2020 and the power of market seasonality, Kip explores why September can be a brutal month for investors. Tune into today's podcast to learn more. 

In today's episode, Kip breaks down today's market resilience despite this morning's hotter-than-expected PPI inflation data. Investors leaned into the tried and true "buy the dip" mentality, and while we didn't finish positive today, we did finish near the highs of the day. Kip also dives into today's breaking news headlines from the tech sector. Tune into today's podcast ot learn more.

In today's episode, Kip breaks down a dynamic day in the markets, highlighting the powerful rotational moves between major indexes and the signs of a broadening, healthy bull market. Kip shares insights from his 40 year investing career, explaining why he's the most bullish he's ever been and what indicators he's watching like stocks trading above their 50 and 200 day moving averages to gauge the market's strength.

In today's episode, Tyler breaks down today's All-time highs for both the Nasdaq and the S&P 500 after we received better-than-expected inflation data in the CPI print this morning. Tyler takes an in-depth look at the increasing market breadth, surprising levels of bearish sentiment, and shares why there is still plenty of room for growth. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today's episode, Kip kicks off the week with a deep dive into the latest market action following new all-time highs in the NASDAQ and S&P 500. Kip unpacks why so many smart investors struggle to outperform the market, highlighting the dangers of “analysis paralysis” and groupthink driven by mainstream financial media.As we look ahead to a data heavy week, Kip shares his candid thoughts on the upcoming CPI and PPI inflation reports, emphasizing why he doesn't put much stock in government economic data especially with 35% of tomorrow's CPI being guesswork. Instead, he recommends innovative platforms like Truflation for more accurate, real-time insights. Tune into today's podcast to learn more. 

In today's episode, Kip dives into the exciting developments shaking up the market and investor landscape. Beginning with President Trump's headline-making move to allow 401(k) investments into private equity and Bitcoin, and what it means for your portfolio. Kip explains how this will lead to an expansion of liquidity, fueling this bull market. Finally, he explains why America is seeing a return to the "wild west" of free-market capitalism. Tune into today's podcast to learn more. 

In today's episode, Kip takes us through a powerful midweek market wrap. Kip reflects on another strong performance from the markets, diving into the ongoing debate around seasonality, market timing, and why his team at VRA remains bullish despite the cautionary tales from “seasonality bears.” He discusses the importance of a disciplined approach to investing and how systematic monthly dollar cost averaging in their top growth stocks has become a game changer by removing emotion from decision making. Kip also revisits his conviction that the bear market ended in early April, comparing the current recovery to the post-pandemic rally and making a bold case for why trying to time exits based on seasonal charts could be a mistake right now. He touches on striking topics from the mechanics of inflation, interest rates, and America's “melt-up” moment, to the impact tariffs have or rather have not on inflation. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today's episode, host Kip Herriage takes us on a dynamic ride through market action following a dramatic bounce back Monday, highlighting why the rally is real and not just another “dead cat bounce.” From dissecting questionable government economic data and critiquing Fed leadership, to spotlighting the power of real-time AI-fueled economic reporting, Kip unpacks why he believes America's economic future is looking brighter than ever and why now could be a magical time for optimists and investors alike. Tune into today's podcast to learn more. 

In today's episode, Kip unpacks a whirlwind Friday filled with dramatic moves in interest rates, big swings for gold and the stock market, and a heated discussion about the credibility of government jobs data following a high-profile firing at the Bureau of Labor Statistics. He also offers his sharp perspective on how political maneuvering might be impacting economic reports, gives an update on the red hot IPO market, and makes a bullish case for gold and Bitcoin. Plus, Kip breaks down why he believes this is only the beginning of a generational bull market despite the headlines warning of recession and shares some actionable investing wisdom you won't want to miss. Tune into today's podcast to learn more. 

In today's episode, Tyler dives into the latest tech earnings reports following another busy week of Q2 Earnings. Tyler also pulls back the curtain on Federal Reserve decisions, the ongoing impact of J Powell's policy decisions, and why this moment in the market cycle might be a golden "buy the dip" opportunity. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today's episode, Kip dives into the Federal Reserve following today's FOMC meeting, and more importantly, he breaks down the market's reaction to J Powell's ongoing policy mistake. You'll also hear Kip break down this week's blockbuster earnings from tech giants like Meta and Microsoft, highlight the structural strength in corporate America, and touch on why he still sees massive upside ahead for U.S. markets. Tune into today's podcast for a comprehensive breakdown of today's stock market action.

In today's episode, Kip breaks down another action packed day in the markets as we ride a six day streak of all time highs. Kip covers everything from the kickoff of the latest Fed meeting to the robust Q2 earnings reports that have been easily beating analyst expectations. He dives deep into market seasonality, the looming U.S.-China trade talks, and discusses why there's still plenty of cash on the sidelines ready to jump in should we see any pullback. Tune into today's podcast to learn more. 

In today's episode, Kip dives deep into the markets hitting fresh all-time highs, with both the Nasdaq and S&P 500 continuing their impressive melt-up. He highlights the explosive gains of Nvidia as it closes at another record high, cementing its place as the king of semiconductors. Kip also discusses why he believes we're in the midst of a powerful bull market, defying the usual “August-September-October” bearish seasonality warnings dominating Wall Street's headlines.

In today's episode, Tyler recaps an exciting week of stock market action, from Q2 earnings to economic data and All-time Highs from the S&P 500 and NASDAQ. Looking ahead, Tyler sets the stage for what to watch from in next week's jam-packed market calendar. Whether you're an investing pro or just getting started, you'll get actionable insights on where the market's headed, what to look out for, and why it's still early in this historic rally.

In today's episode, Kip takes us through a whirlwind day in the markets, following yesterday's explosive rally on the Dow and today's pullback. Kip dives deep into why he believes we've officially moved out of a historic string of bear markets and are now entering what he calls the “golden age” for investors, a period that could rival the roaring late '90s and usher in massive wealth creation through the end of the decade. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.