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The U.S. jobs market is cooling — but mining has a very different labor problem: finding the right talent. Veteran geologist and mining expert Steven Enders joins Maggie Lake to explain why the quality of people and management teams can make or break a mining project — even as the industry faces enormous demand for critical minerals. Enders breaks down the looming copper supply gap, why new mines remain so difficult to build, where we may be in the commodity cycle, and why AI can help the mining industry — but won't solve its biggest problems. Plus: why he's skeptical of mining project forecasts, what investors should look for in management teams, and the warning signs that tell him a commodity cycle may be getting mature. Topics include: • U.S. jobs market and mining's talent challenge • Copper demand and the global supply gap • Mining stocks and commodity cycles • How to evaluate mining management teams • AI in mining and mineral exploration • Capex, opex and why mining projects run over budget • M&A and signs of a mature commodity cycle

The U.S. economy has survived higher rates, tariffs, inflation, geopolitical shocks and repeated recession warnings. Ed Yardeni says there's a reason: the American consumer remains remarkably resilient. In this conversation, Yardeni explains to Maggie Lake why he believes the economy could stay strong through the end of the decade — but warns that the Federal Reserve now faces a serious credibility test as inflation remains above target. We discuss why Yardeni thinks the Fed should move in September, the return of the “bond vigilantes” — a term he coined in 1983 — the risks building in Japan, and what the next inflation report could mean for markets. Yardeni also lays out his provocative “G-shaped economy” thesis: older, asset-rich Americans are thriving and spending, while younger generations continue to struggle with housing and affordability. Topics include: • Why Yardeni calls the U.S. consumer “bulletproof” • The Fed's September decision and inflation risk • The return of the “bond vigilantes” — and why long-term yields could revolt • Japan and the threat of a renewed currency crisis • The “G-shaped economy” and America's generational divide • What investors should watch in the next CPI report

Could your state make it more expensive to leave—or tax wealth you haven't even sold? Chris Casey, founder of WindRock Wealth Management, breaks down the growing push for wealth taxes, exit taxes, taxes on unrealized gains, and new pressures facing real estate owners. He explains why cash-strapped states may increasingly target wealthy residents for revenue, why those policies could drive taxpayers elsewhere, and why he believes the impact may eventually reach far beyond the ultra-wealthy. Casey also explains what investors and property owners should be watching as state tax policies become more aggressive.

Are investors missing the biggest risks facing the global economy? In this exclusive interview, renowned economist Steve Hanke joins Maggie Lake to explain why he believes markets have become dangerously complacent about rising bond yields, inflation, geopolitical conflict, and America's growing fiscal challenges. Hanke discusses why the "bond vigilantes" are back, what rising Treasury yields could mean for stocks and housing, whether inflation is becoming entrenched again, and why he believes investors should be paying far closer attention to the bond market than the stock market. The conversation also explores: *The outlook for inflation and interest rates *Treasury yields and the U.S. fiscal deficit *The economic impact of the Middle East conflict *China's growing geopolitical influence *Whether U.S. stocks are in a bubble *Gold, deficits, and long-term fiscal sustainability *What investors should watch over the coming months Whether you agree with Steve Hanke's conclusions or not, this conversation offers a provocative perspective on the macro forces shaping today's markets.

Is now the right time to buy gold and gold stocks—or should investors wait? In this Wealthion interview, veteran resource investor Lobo Tiggre tells Maggie Lake why he sold every one of his gold and silver stock positions, why he refuses to chase the current rally, and the warning signs he believes investors should watch before putting new money to work. While many investors remain bullish on gold, silver, mining stocks, and commodities, Lobo argues that having the right long-term thesis doesn't always mean it's the right time to buy. He explains why market history, investor psychology, and disciplined risk management matter more than fear of missing out. In this interview you'll learn: * Why Lobo Tiggre sold all of his gold and silver stocks * Whether the gold bull market is still intact * The biggest mistakes gold investors make * How to identify warning signs before buying * Why patience can outperform chasing momentum * Gold vs. silver vs. commodity investing * The role of risk management in volatile markets * Why "don't confuse the inevitable with the imminent" is one of the most important investing lessons

Could rising Treasury yields trigger the next major market downturn? In this exclusive interview, Jesse Felder, founder of The Felder Report, explains why he believes the 10-Year Treasury yield is the most important chart in the world—and why it could derail the AI boom, pressure stocks, and expose deeper problems in the global economy. Felder argues that investors are underestimating the risks building in the bond market, warns a slow-motion debt crisis is already underway, and explains why soaring government debt, persistent inflation, and higher interest rates could reshape markets for years to come. He also shares why Warren Buffett's massive Treasury position makes sense today, why momentum investing may be breaking down, where he sees value emerging, and why energy, oil, and commodities could outperform in the years ahead. In this interview: * Why Treasury yields matter more than ever * The biggest risk facing the AI boom * Why Jesse believes a debt crisis has already begun * The Federal Reserve's inflation challenge * What rising bond yields mean for stocks * Warren Buffett's defensive strategy * Gold, oil, and commodity investing * Value investing vs. momentum investing * What every investor should be watching next

Have U.S. markets quietly split into two completely different markets? In this conversation with Maggie Lake, Jim Bianco, President of Bianco Research, argues that's exactly what's happening. According to Bianco, just 41 AI-related companies now account for nearly half of the S&P 500, while the other 459 stocks are increasingly moving independently. He explains why investors should think of AI and non-AI stocks as two separate markets—and why he believes the AI boom hasn't yet reached bubble territory. Bianco also explains: * Why AI is the biggest technological revolution he's ever seen * Why today's AI rally is different from the dot-com era * What ultimately causes every technology bubble to burst * The biggest risk that could derail AI investing * Why the next phase of the AI trade could be even more volatile Whether you're bullish or bearish on artificial intelligence, this interview offers a framework for understanding where we may be in the AI investment cycle.

For years, investors have been waiting for a recession that never seems to arrive. According to Fourth Lane Partners Portfolio Manager Andrew Sarna, there's a simple reason why: massive government deficits continue to overwhelm traditional recession signals. In this interview with Maggie Lake, Sarna explains why bonds are no longer a core portfolio holding, why the AI trade may be losing momentum, and why he believes real assets—especially energy and gold—remain among the best long-term investments as debt, deficits, and geopolitical tensions reshape global markets. Topics discussed: - Why recession calls have been wrong - The bond market's warning - Is the AI trade starting to crack? - Why bonds are no longer "safe" - Gold vs. equities - Why energy remains undervalued - Building a portfolio for the next decade

Is the U.S. really facing a housing shortage? Ivy Zelman says the data tells a very different story.In this conversation with Maggie Lake, renowned housing analyst Ivy Zelman explains why the housing market has become a tale of two Americas, why affordability is the worst it's been in decades, and why the biggest problem isn't simply a lack of homes. She breaks down where home prices are still rising, where supply has surged, why younger Americans are struggling to buy, and why, despite popular belief, she believes the U.S. housing market is much closer to balance than many investors realize.Topics discussed:* Why Ivy Zelman says there isn't a nationwide housing shortage* The affordability crisis facing first-time buyers* Why it's better to rent than buy in many markets today* The Sun Belt vs. Midwest housing divide* Home prices, inventory, and where the market goes next* What investors should watch in housing and real estate

AI has been the market's biggest winner—but Barry Knapp believes the trade is entering a new phase. In this conversation with Maggie Lake, Barry Knapp, Founder and Managing Partner of Ironsides Macroeconomics, explains why he's reduced his exposure to technology stocks, why the pace of AI capital spending is likely to slow, and where he's positioning instead. The discussion also explores why the Federal Reserve's 2% inflation target was a mistake, what a Kevin Warsh-led Fed could mean for markets, why inflation is likely to stabilize around 2.5%, and why fiscal policy—not monetary policy—may be the biggest long-term risk facing investors. In this interview: • Why Barry is underweight technology stocks • Is the AI investment boom entering a new phase? • The Fed's biggest policy mistake • Kevin Warsh and the future of monetary policy • Why inflation may stabilize around 2.5% • Where Barry sees the biggest investment opportunities today • Why he believes a 10% market pullback is possible • The long-term risks of U.S. fiscal policy

The Fed announces its latest interest rate decision Wednesday—but is Wall Street missing the real story? Jim Bianco, President of Bianco Research, joins Maggie Lake to explain why this could be one of the most consequential Fed meetings in years, why he believes rates should be higher, and why a fundamentally different Federal Reserve is changing how investors should think about markets. Plus, Bianco breaks down what tomorrow's decision could mean for inflation, bond yields, and your portfolio.

Everyone is focused on today's AI boom—but according to Brett Rentmeester, the biggest investment opportunities may still be ahead. In this conversation with Maggie Lake, Brett explains why investors are underestimating AI's next phase, from agentic AI and autonomous software to physical AI, including robots, autonomous vehicles, and intelligent machines. He also explores what these developments could mean for data centers, energy demand, semiconductor companies, and the long-term investment landscape. If the first wave of AI was ChatGPT, Brett argues the next waves could be significantly larger—and many investors aren't positioned for them yet

For decades, investors have benefited from the belief that U.S. markets would continue to outperform the rest of the world. But as AI fuels an increasingly concentrated stock market, are investors taking on far more risk than they realize? In this conversation, Wealthion CEO Steven Feldman explains why today's S&P 500 may not be as diversified as many believe, how AI has transformed the market into a highly correlated bet, and why scarce real assets—including gold, infrastructure, farmland, and other hard assets—can play an important role in building a resilient portfolio. This interview was released alongside Steven Feldman's latest "The American Exception" series, where he takes a deeper look at the forces driving U.S. market dominance, the risks beneath the surface, and what investors should be watching next.

Kevin Muir, author of The MacroTourist newsletter, believes investors may be missing one of the biggest shifts happening beneath the surface of today's market.As SpaceX prepares for a historic insider share unlock, Kevin explains why a wave of new equity supply, insider selling, and elevated AI expectations could create risks that many investors aren't pricing in. He also shares why being bullish on artificial intelligence doesn't necessarily mean buying the companies building it—and why history suggests transformational technologies often become poor investments at peak enthusiasm.In this conversation with Maggie Lake, Kevin breaks down:-Why the SpaceX share unlock matters-What insider selling may be signaling-Why AI valuations worry him-Lessons from the dot-com bubble-Where investors may find better opportunities

Wall Street has spent years warning about a recession, weak consumer spending, and an inevitable stock market correction. But what if the data tells a completely different story? In this interview, Chris Galipeau, Head Market Strategist at Franklin Templeton, joins Maggie Lake to explain why the U.S. economy remains far more resilient than many investors believe. He shares why corporate earnings continue to surprise to the upside, why the U.S. consumer is still driving economic growth, and why today's bearish narrative doesn't align with what's happening beneath the surface. Chris also breaks down why AI may become a productivity boom rather than a job killer, where he sees the biggest investment opportunities beyond the Magnificent Seven, why small-cap stocks could outperform, and the one Federal Reserve policy mistake that could threaten the current bull market. Topics discussed: -Why recession fears keep missing the mark -The real outlook for the U.S. economy -Stock market outlook for 2026 -AI investing and corporate productivity -Why earnings matter more than politics or geopolitics -Small-cap stocks vs. the Magnificent Seven -Federal Reserve policy and inflation risks =Where investors should be looking next Whether you're investing for retirement, managing a portfolio, or trying to understand where markets go from here, this conversation offers a data-driven perspective on the economy, stocks, AI, and long-term investing.

Artificial intelligence may be the biggest technological revolution in decades—but according to Mark Mills, it won't replace the world's need for energy. It will dramatically increase it. In this conversation with Maggie Lake, Mark explains why the AI boom could fuel a new era of demand for oil, electricity, and critical commodities, why many investors misunderstand the relationship between AI and energy, and how China's growing technological ambitions could reshape the global competitive landscape.

Why do smart investors continue to make costly mistakes—even after years of experience? Former Wall Street trader and performance coach Evan Marks says the answer has less to do with markets and more to do with the way our brains process uncertainty, emotion, and pressure.In this conversation with Maggie Lake, Evan explains why successful investing isn't just about having better information—it's about making better decisions. Drawing on decades of experience coaching hedge fund managers, CEOs, professional athletes, and other elite performers, he explores why investors repeat the same mistakes, how emotions quietly influence every investment decision, and what separates consistently successful investors from everyone else.They discuss reacting versus responding, intuition versus impulsivity, overcoming self-sabotage, handling market volatility, learning from both success and failure, and practical techniques to improve decision-making when the stakes are highest.Whether you're managing a portfolio or simply trying to become a better decision-maker, this conversation offers a powerful framework for improving performance—both in markets and in life.

AI spending is on pace to exceed $920 billion—but is Wall Street witnessing the start of a generational technology revolution or the early signs of another investment bubble?Windrock Wealth CIO Brett Rentmeester joins Maggie Lake to break down the unprecedented surge in AI infrastructure spending, why hyperscalers like Microsoft, Amazon, and Google continue pouring hundreds of billions into data centers, and whether investors should be worried that AI investment is getting ahead of demand.Brett also explains why he believes AI is still in its early innings, discusses the biggest risks facing today's market leaders, and shares his approach to portfolio management, including when to take profits, how to avoid concentration risk, and why disciplined investing matters more than chasing the hottest trend.

When should you sell a stock that's been one of your biggest winners? According to veteran portfolio manager Jonathan Wellum of ROCKLINC Investment Partners, the default answer is almost never...unless the investment thesis has fundamentally changed. In this conversation with Maggie Lake, Wellum explains why long-term investors often hurt returns by selling too early, chasing market trends, or reacting emotionally to volatility. He outlines the three legitimate reasons to sell a stock, discusses why taxes shouldn't dictate investment decisions, explains how Warren Buffett approached trimming Apple, and shares why patience remains one of the greatest competitive advantages investors have. He also offers practical guidance on managing concentration risk, evaluating intrinsic value, and avoiding costly behavioral mistakes. If you're wondering whether it's time to take profits—or simply stay the course—this interview provides a disciplined framework for making better investment decisions.

Is the U.S. stock market more overvalued than at any point in the last 150 years—except for 1927? Economist Mark Thornton, Senior Fellow at the Mises Institute, believes today's extreme valuations, rising leverage, and mounting fiscal pressures are creating the conditions for a major market reckoning. In this conversation with Maggie Lake, Thornton explains why he sees elevated risks for equities, why he believes gold and silver may have already found a bottom despite recent weakness, and how shifting interest rate expectations, a weakening dollar, and growing government deficits could trigger a powerful rotation into precious metals. He also shares his controversial view on the Federal Reserve's true priorities and what investors should watch as markets navigate an increasingly uncertain macro environment.

Is Wall Street chasing the wrong side of the AI boom?Peter Boockvar, Chief Investment Officer at OnePoint BFG Wealth Partners, joins Maggie Lake to explain why the real bubble isn't artificial intelligence itself—it's the massive capital spending fueling the AI race.In this wide-ranging conversation, Boockvar discusses why investors should be cautious about semiconductor stocks, how China's rapidly advancing AI and memory-chip companies could pressure profit margins, and why he believes the market is entering a new phase where stock selection matters more than simply owning the hottest sector.Peter also explains why rising real interest rates are sending an important message, why government debt and deficits are becoming a bigger concern for markets, and why he continues to view gold as an attractive long-term investment despite its recent pullback.Whether you're investing in AI, technology, precious metals, or the broader market, this conversation offers valuable insights into the risks—and opportunities—that could shape the next phase of the investment cycle.

Markets may appear calm, but are investors overlooking the risks building beneath the surface? In this conversation, Chris Casey joins Maggie Lake to discuss why today's economy may be more fragile than headline data suggests. They explore the long-term consequences of rising government debt, persistent fiscal deficits, inflation, and monetary policy—and why Casey believes investors should think beyond the next quarter when positioning their portfolios.

10K Gold, $300 Silver, Carlyle Senior Advisor and Co-Chair of Abaxx Markets' Jeff Currie joins Wealthion CEO Steven Feldman on Open Position and gives the data that he says shows why the current Supercycle will have precious metals reaching 7X. Plus, the thing we're all missing in the conversations around investing in AI and why tech innovation and China are keeping Jeff up at night. Plus he details his new oil and gas company and explains why commodities offer better value than most investments. Hint-Cash is King. Chapters: :30 10K Gold, $300 Silver and the 7X Supercycle 5:00 What We're All Missing in the AI Investment Conversation 10:00 The Difference Between AI and Other Historical Tech Advances 13:20 Jeff's New Company "1947 Oil & Gas" and Why Commodities Make Cash King 20:27 What's Keeping Jeff Up At Night? Tech Innovation and China 25:30 What Is Jeff Solving For?

From war in the Middle East to AI's insatiable demand for power, Carlyle Senior Advisor and Co-Chair of Abaxx Commodity Exchange, Jeff Currie says the Commodity Supercycle is far from over. Joining Wealthion CEO Steven Feldman on Open Position, Currie explains why investors shouldn't get distracted by oil's day to day volatility and why it's the "Revenge of the Old Economy", gives insights into the commodity sectors he's watching and reveals exactly how much exposure to commodities every portfolio should have. Part 1 of 2.

For years, investors have been rewarded by simply buying America—but Francis Hunt of The Market Sniper argues that era may be coming to an end. In this interview with Maggie Lake, Hunt explains why U.S. exceptionalism could gradually fade as rising debt, persistent currency debasement, and shifting global capital flows reshape the investment landscape. He warns that relying solely on American assets may leave investors exposed and makes the case for jurisdictional diversification, gold, and precious metals as protection against a weakening fiat system.

She's the woman behind the famous Sahm Rule — an economic indicator that flags when a recession is ahead — and on a day we saw a slowdown in hiring and just one day prior to the new jobs report, Claudia Sahm, who spent 12 years as an economist at the Fed, sits down with Maggie Lake and gives her expert insights into jobs and “job hugging”, a potential recession, AI and an insider's view into Kevin Warsh and the new Fed. If you want to know what's ahead, it's a must see interview.

China isn't trying to replace the U.S. dollar overnight—but according to Francis Hunt of The Market Sniper, it doesn't have to. In this interview with Maggie Lake, Hunt explains why China's steady accumulation of gold, changing global trade dynamics, and the world's growing debt burden are creating a slow but powerful shift in the global monetary system. Rather than expecting a sudden collapse, he argues investors should focus on the long-term erosion of dollar dominance that's already underway. Hunt also explains why he believes precious metals remain in a secular bull market, why pullbacks shouldn't shake long-term investors, and how China's actions could continue supporting gold prices for years to come. Topics discussed: * Why China continues buying gold * The gradual decline of dollar dominance * Gold's long-term outlook * Debt, fiat currencies, and monetary risk * Why emerging markets could benefit from the shift * What investors should watch next

China may no longer be the engine of global economic growth, but Marc Faber says dismissing the country would be a mistake. He explains why China's property downturn and demographic challenges are real, yet argues its leadership in manufacturing, robotics, EVs, and innovation puts it well ahead of much of the West. Faber also discusses why Hong Kong remains an attractive way to gain exposure to China's long-term growth story and what investors continue to misunderstand about the country's economic future

Gold has dipped below — and is now hovering around — the key $4,000 level, leaving investors asking the big question: is this just a pause in the bull market, or a warning sign?Rick Rule joins Wealthion to explain why he believes the long-term case for gold, silver, and real assets remains intact, even as precious metals face short-term pressure from rates, the dollar, and shifting investor sentiment.Rule argues that rising debt, currency debasement risk, and long-term supply constraints continue to create a powerful setup for hard assets. He also weighs in on the AI boom, why speculative capital keeps chasing the next big story, and what that means for investors trying to separate durable value from hype.For gold-focused investors wondering whether this pullback is danger or opportunity, Rule lays out what he's watching now, where he sees risk and reward, and why the real assets story may be far from over.

Marc Faber, editor of the Gloom, Boom & Doom Report, joins Maggie Lake to discuss why he believes markets are approaching a major top, why the AI investment boom may create far fewer winners than investors expect, and why the United States is heading toward a fiscal crisis. Faber explains why he sees financial assets as dangerously overvalued, why inflation may remain stubbornly elevated, and why policymakers are increasingly trapped by rising debt and deficits. He also shares his outlook for stocks, bonds, gold, housing, China, and the global economy. In this interview: -Why Marc Faber believes a major market top is forming -The biggest risks facing investors today -Why the AI boom could follow the path of past investment manias -The growing U.S. debt and fiscal challenge -Inflation, interest rates, and the Fed's dilemma -Gold, bonds, housing, and where he's investing now -China's technological rise and what investors are missing

Don Durrett of GoldStockData.com joins Trey Reik for a blunt warning: if the U.S. bond market breaks, gold may be the last asset standing. Don explains why he believes the Fed is no longer fighting inflation, why financial stability is the real game, and why gold and gold miners could be entering a historic setup. In this interview: Why Don says the Fed is trapped The bond market risk nobody wants to discuss Why gold could beat stocks Why miners may be wildly undervalued What happens if $250 trillion starts looking for safety

Everyone wants exposure to AI, SpaceX, and the next generation of technology leaders. But Jonathan Wellum warns that even great businesses can become terrible investments when investors pay too much. As excitement around mega IPOs, AI infrastructure, and private-market giants reaches a fever pitch, Wellum explains the one question every investor should ask before chasing the next big thing: Are you buying a real business—or paying for a dream?

Henrik Zeberg says the market's most dangerous phase may still be ahead — a final, violent melt-up that could send risk assets sharply higher before the entire cycle turns. In this interview, Zeberg lays out why he believes investors are being pulled into the last stage of the bull market, why the Nasdaq could still surge, and why the endgame may be brutal: recession, deflation, collapsing risk assets, and a rush into cash. This is not a soft landing call. Zeberg argues the “everything rally” may be the trap — and that when it breaks, there may be nowhere to hide. Watch before the melt-up turns into the crash.

Michael Howell, Managing Director at GL Indexes, warns that the global liquidity cycle is rolling over — just as AI spending, inflation pressure, Treasury stress, and China's gold strategy are reshaping markets. In this interview with Maggie Lake, Howell explains why AI may be inflationary before it becomes deflationary, why the U.S. economy is pulling liquidity out of financial markets, and why investors may be moving from “speculation” into a more dangerous phase of the cycle. He also breaks down why he believes China is the real force driving gold, how crypto is flashing a liquidity warning, and why the Fed's 2% inflation target may be fantasy. This is a must-watch for investors trying to understand what comes next for stocks, bonds, gold, Bitcoin, oil, and real assets as liquidity tightens and inflation risk return

Ronnie Stoeferle, partner at Incrementum AG and co-author of the In Gold We Trust report, joins Wealthion's Trey Reik to explain why gold's rally may be about much more than a normal bull market.Stoeferle argues that gold is signaling a deeper loss of trust in the dollar-based monetary system, as de-dollarization, inflation volatility, central bank buying, and rising geopolitical risk reshape the global financial order. He also explains why gold may be entering the public participation phase of its bull market — with institutional investors only beginning to wake up to the role gold can play in portfolios.In this conversation, Ronnie and Trey discuss whether the Pax Americana is coming to a close, why fiat currencies look different when measured in gold, whether this is a monetary revaluation rather than a normal gold cycle, and what the In Gold We Trust report reveals about the future of money.

SpaceX is preparing for one of the biggest IPOs in market history — and OpenAI and Anthropic may not be far behind.In this interview with Wealthion's Maggie Lake, WindRock Wealth Management founder Brett Rentmeester explains why this is not a normal IPO cycle. These companies are already so large that they could become major components of the S&P 500, potentially affecting investors whether they buy the IPOs directly or simply own index funds.Brett breaks down the risks for retail investors, why most people may not get access to the actual IPO price, how lockups and insider selling can create pressure, and why trillion-dollar valuations leave little room for error.For investors chasing the next big tech trade, Brett's warning is clear: this IPO wave may create huge opportunity — but it may also bring major market risk.

Fertilizer may be one of the most overlooked pressure points in the global economy — and Josh Linville says the current crisis is already hitting farmers hard. Josh Linville, Vice President of Fertilizer at StoneX Financial, joins Maggie Lake to explain why the feared “global famine” headlines may be overstated, but the fertilizer supply shock is very real. He breaks down why farmers are bearing the brunt of higher costs, how China's fertilizer export restrictions are reshaping the market, and why pricing and supply problems could stretch into 2027. Linville also explains why the Strait of Hormuz disruption, Russia/Ukraine fertilizer flows, urea shortages, and rising protectionism could create longer-term risks for food prices, supply chains, and investors watching real assets.

George Goncalves, Head of U.S. Macro Strategy at MUFG, joins Maggie Lake to explain why the market may be underestimating a dangerous form of “stealth tightening.” Goncalves says the Fed may not have officially hiked rates — but the bond market has effectively done it for them. With borrowing costs still high, energy prices rising, consumers stretched, and equity markets trading “on their own planet,” he warns that the pressure is building beneath the surface. Could this be the moment when higher rates finally start to hurt? And if markets can no longer ignore the cost of funding, private credit risk, and stretched valuations — what breaks first? In this interview, Goncalves breaks down why the bond market is sending a warning, why recession odds could rise into the second half, and why investors may be facing a much weaker economic backdrop than the stock market suggests.

Is the bond market really warning of a U.S. debt crisis — or are investors misreading a distorted market signal? Michael Green, Chief Strategist and Portfolio Manager at Simplify Asset Management, joins Maggie Lake to explain why passive investing, regulation, and hidden leverage may be warping the way markets price risk. He argues that what many see as a collapse warning in long-term bonds may actually be a mechanical consequence of how capital is being allocated. Green also breaks down why investors may be ignoring one of the clearest retirement opportunities in years, why liquidity is weakening beneath mega-cap stocks, and why he believes the “real craziness” in markets may still be ahead.

Legendary gold investor Pierre Lassonde joins Wealthion's Trey Reik to explain why he believes gold's bull market is far from over — and why his $17,000 gold target may be more floor than fantasy. Lassonde argues that today's market has eerie similarities to the 1970s: energy shocks, sticky inflation, rising deficits, financial repression, and a political system with little will to tackle the debt. He says those forces are reshaping the investment landscape and could drive gold dramatically higher as investors seek protection from currency debasement and declining confidence in paper assets. In this conversation, Lassonde breaks down his Dow-to-gold ratio framework, why he believes the Federal Reserve may not be able to stop inflation the way Paul Volcker did, and why gold remains one of the clearest signals of stress in the global monetary system.

Jim Bianco warns that beneath the market's record highs, the rally is dangerously narrow — with AI and chip stocks doing most of the heavy lifting while large parts of the market struggle. He explains why AI may be the most important force in financial markets right now, how one private AI company is distorting S&P 500 earnings, and why investors may need to rethink what realistic returns look like in this new regime.

Get a free review with Wealthion's trusted financial advisors at https://bit.ly/4eZ6nkvProfessor Steve Hanke joins Wealthion to break down the high-stakes Trump–Xi summit, China's growing leverage over critical minerals, and why investors may be underestimating the next inflation shock. Hanke warns that Beijing's dominance in key metals and minerals gives China a powerful hand in negotiations — and could leave the U.S. vulnerable at a critical moment for markets, supply chains, and national security. He also explains why inflation risks may be building again, what the Fed may be getting wrong, and how investors should think about protecting their portfolios in a world of rising geopolitical and monetary instability. Connect with us online: Website: https://www.wealthion.com X: https://www.x.com/wealthion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wealthionofficial/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wealthion/ #Wealthion #Wealth #Finance #Investing #PortfolioReview #InvestmentAdvice #FinancialPlanning #WealthManagement ________________________________________________________________________ IMPORTANT NOTE: The information, opinions, and insights expressed by our guests and our hosts do not necessarily reflect the views of Wealthion or the views of their respective employers. They are intended to provide a diverse perspective on the economy, investing, and other relevant topics to enrich your understanding of these complex fields.   While we value and appreciate the insights shared by our esteemed guests and hosts, they are to be viewed as personal opinions and not as investment advice or recommendations from Wealthion or their respective employers. These opinions should not replace your own due diligence or the advice of a professional financial advisor.   We strongly encourage all of our audience members to seek out the guidance of a financial advisor who can provide advice based on your individual circumstances and financial goals. Wealthion has a distinguished network of advisors who are available to guide you on your financial journey. However, should you choose to seek guidance elsewhere, we respect and support your decision to do so.   The world of finance and investment is intricate and diverse. It's our mission at Wealthion to provide you with a variety of insights and perspectives to help you navigate it more effectively. We thank you for your understanding and your trust. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices