Financial Survival Network

Hosted by Kerry Lutz

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A show about how to thrive in the New Economy. It's All About What's Next!

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June 16, 202630 min

Freedom Dies By Algorithm - Jeff Dornik #6401

Kerry Lutz sits down with Jeff Dornik, founder and CEO of Pickax and host of The Jeff Dornik Show, to examine the rapid rise of artificial intelligence and its impact on society, work, and personal freedom. Jeff shares concerns echoed by leading tech figures about large-scale workforce displacement and the growing possibility that human labor could become increasingly obsolete. The discussion explores what happens when traditional work and purpose begin to disappear, and how that shift could contribute to a broader social and psychological crisis. Kerry and Jeff also dig into the political and civil liberties implications of advanced AI systems, including the risks of centralized data control, government overreach, and expanding surveillance capabilities. Drawing comparisons to past expansions of federal power, they emphasize the urgent need for safeguards to protect free speech, privacy, and intellectual property as AI becomes more deeply embedded in society. Jeff also discusses Pickax, a human-centered social platform designed to reduce algorithmic manipulation and encourage open dialogue. Find Jeff here: https://www.jeffdornik.com Find Kerry here :https://khlfsn.substack.com and here: https://inflation.cafe Kerry's New Book "The Armstrong Economic Code: The 5 Truths Investors Must Never Forget" is out now on Amazon! Get your copy here: https://a.co/d/bvYbZOz "The World According to Martin Armstrong – Conversations with the Master Forecaster" is a #1 Best Seller on Amazon. . Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4kuC5p5

June 12, 202634 min

The AI Boom Meets War - Dr. Steve Bonta #6400

Kerry Lutz sits down with Dr. Steve Bonta to discuss the growing intersection of geopolitics, artificial intelligence, and economic change. They examine rising tensions with Iran, potential disruptions to global energy markets, and instability in Venezuela and Cuba. The conversation then shifts to AI's rapid evolution, comparing today's technology boom to the early days of the internet. Bonta explains how AI is already transforming industries ranging from law and government to medicine and scientific research, while also creating new challenges involving fraud, surveillance, and regulation. They also explore the infrastructure demands of AI, including the growing need for energy, water, and advanced computing power. While both see enormous potential for innovation and productivity, they caution that the technology's long-term impact will depend on how society manages its risks and opportunities. Find Steve here: https://thenewamerican.com/author/steve-bonta/ Find Kerry here :https://khlfsn.substack.com and here: https://inflation.cafe Kerry's New Book "The Armstrong Economic Code: The 5 Truths Investors Must Never Forget" is out now on Amazon! Get your copy here: https://a.co/d/bvYbZOz "The World According to Martin Armstrong – Conversations with the Master Forecaster" is a #1 Best Seller on Amazon. . Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4kuC5p5

June 8, 202628 min

Fed Trapped by $10 Trillion Debt - Mike Manwell #6399

Kerry Lutz and Mike Manwell of Rethinking the Dollar examine the Federal Reserve's next move, rising macroeconomic risks, and the growing strain of U.S. debt markets. The discussion focuses on the Fed's "great decision" as inflation remains elevated while roughly $10 trillion in Treasury debt comes due. They explore whether policymakers will lean toward rate cuts and renewed monetary accommodation to ease fiscal pressure, and what that could mean for the dollar, markets, and global financial stability. The conversation also covers geopolitical tensions, de-dollarization risks, and the potential for major global events to accelerate emergency policy responses. Throughout the episode, they stress the importance of understanding monetary systems and preparing for increased uncertainty. Gold and silver are highlighted as key hedges, with emphasis on physical ownership, market structure concerns, and long-term purchasing power. The episode closes with practical insights on navigating an increasingly fragile economic and geopolitical environment. Find Mike here: RethinkingTheDollar Find Kerry here :https://khlfsn.substack.com and here: https://inflation.cafe Kerry's New Book "The Armstrong Economic Code: The 5 Truths Investors Must Never Forget" is out now on Amazon! Get your copy here: https://a.co/d/bvYbZOz "The World According to Martin Armstrong – Conversations with the Master Forecaster" is a #1 Best Seller on Amazon. . Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4kuC5p5

June 5, 202628 min

The World Is Betting On America - Bill Walton #6398

In this episode of the Financial Survival Network, Kerry Lutz and Bill Walton examine the major political, economic, and geopolitical forces shaping America and the global investment landscape. They discuss rising tensions with Iran and the complexities of military outcomes in the region, the uncertain future of Cuba after decades of economic stagnation, and broader efforts across Latin America to counter Chinese influence. The conversation also highlights how domestic economic concerns continue to outweigh foreign policy for most voters. A major focus of the discussion is the accelerating wave of capital flowing into the United States. From airports and highways to rail and infrastructure development, they explore why investors are increasingly viewing America as the most attractive destination for long-term capital compared to Europe and China. The episode also covers urban challenges and revitalization efforts in major U.S. cities, including issues around governance, homelessness, and infrastructure renewal in places like Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. Finally, they address concerns over federal spending inefficiencies and the potential scale of waste reduction if accountability measures were meaningfully enforced. A wide-ranging conversation on geopolitics, investment flows, infrastructure growth, and America's economic trajectory as it approaches its 250th anniversary. Find Bill here: https://thebillwaltonshow.com Find Kerry here :https://khlfsn.substack.com and here: https://inflation.cafe Kerry's New Book "The Armstrong Economic Code: The 5 Truths Investors Must Never Forget" is out now on Amazon! Get your copy here: https://a.co/d/bvYbZOz "The World According to Martin Armstrong – Conversations with the Master Forecaster" is a #1 Best Seller on Amazon. . Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4kuC5p5

June 3, 202611 min

Retirement Just Got More Dangerous - Susan Porske #6397

Kerry Lutz and Susan Porsky of Phoenix Capital Group break down what the latest employment data is really telling us about the economy, the markets, and retirement planning. While job numbers came in slightly better than expected, Susan explains that both hiring and firing have slowed dramatically, creating a labor market that appears stable on the surface but may be signaling deeper changes underneath. The discussion then turns to retirement planning and the growing importance of protecting against sequence-of-returns risk. With higher yields now available for the first time in years, investors and retirees may need to rethink old strategies and consider a more conservative approach to preserving wealth while still participating in market gains. Susan also shares her thoughts on opportunities beyond the headline AI stocks. Rather than chasing the biggest names, she points to the infrastructure powering the AI boom, including data centers, utilities, energy providers, and related ETFs. The conversation also covers SpaceX, IPO hype, and alternative ways to gain exposure without taking unnecessary risks. A timely discussion on retirement security, changing market conditions, and where smart investors may be looking next. Find Susan here: https://phx.financial Find Kerry here :https://khlfsn.substack.com and here: https://inflation.cafe Kerry's New Book "The Armstrong Economic Code: The 5 Truths Investors Must Never Forget" is out now on Amazon! Get your copy here: https://a.co/d/bvYbZOz "The World According to Martin Armstrong – Conversations with the Master Forecaster" is a #1 Best Seller on Amazon. . Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4kuC5p5

June 1, 202611 min

Avoiding the Stocks Melting Ice Cube Trap - Kim Iskyan #6396

Are your current investments quietly evaporating? In this episode of the Financial Survival Network, host Kerry Lutz sits down with Kim Isken from Tuttle Capital Management to help you avoid the stocks melting ice cube trap. They dive into a groundbreaking new approach to investing in a rapidly changing economy. As a massive structural shift occurs in the markets, traditional "value" stocks risk becoming melting ice cubes, while companies anchored by massive physical footprints are poised to thrive. Tune in to discover why old market plays are failing and how to protect your portfolio today. Key Takeaways from the Episode: The "Halo" Thesis: If human cognition and intelligence become virtually free, what survives? The answer lies in heavy, tangible assets that cannot be replicated by an AI chatbot. Industries Impervious to Disruption: Why industrials, energy producers, utilities, railways, and consumer durables (like Oreos!) hold competitive moats that cannot be breached. The Downstream Beneficiaries: How heavy asset sectors double as critical infrastructure providers—because data centers don't run without massive power grids and energy. The Death of Traditional Value Investing: Why hunting for "cheap" stocks based on old metrics is increasingly dangerous, as many of these firms are facing structural declines. Find Kim here: https://www.tuttlecap.com/ Find Kerry here :https://khlfsn.substack.com and here: https://inflation.cafe Kerry's New Book "The Armstrong Economic Code: The 5 Truths Investors Must Never Forget" is out now on Amazon! Get your copy here: https://a.co/d/bvYbZOz "The World According to Martin Armstrong – Conversations with the Master Forecaster" is a #1 Best Seller on Amazon. . Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4kuC5p5

May 28, 202646 min

The AI Economy Changes Everything - Jerry Robinson #6395

In this episode of the Financial Survival Network, host Kerry Lutz sits down with long-time market analyst Jerry Robinson from followthemoney.com to break down the highly unconventional state of the 2026 global economy. Despite rising inflation indicators, a looming shift in Federal Reserve leadership, and escalating geopolitical tensions, the stock market continues to hit all-time highs. Robinson shares exclusive charts to reveal how strong underlying earnings in big tech are propping up the market, creating a massive divergence from what traditional economic models would predict. The duo unpacks the critical tension between rising treasury yields and Wall Street's inflation anxieties, while exploring how commodities like gold, silver, and oil are navigating these turbulent cycles. The conversation then shifts to the powerful, disruptive wave of artificial intelligence and its physical manifestation through the massive boom in data centers. Lutz and Robinson discuss the immense resource strain these data centers place on power grid infrastructure, emphasizing that the U.S. must adopt an "all-of-the-above" energy strategy to stay competitive in the global AI arms race against China. From Tesla's full self-driving capabilities to the transformation of the corporate workforce and the elimination of workplace drudgery, they view AI not as a threat, but as an unprecedented tool for human productivity. Wrap your head around the rapidly approaching future, hear an update on Kerry's latest legal battles against data-harvesting apps, and discover why the world may look completely unrecognizable in the next 18 months. Find Jerry here: https://followthemoney.com Find Kerry here :https://khlfsn.substack.com and here: https://inflation.cafe Kerry's New Book "The Armstrong Economic Code: The 5 Truths Investors Must Never Forget" is out now on Amazon! Get your copy here: https://a.co/d/bvYbZOz "The World According to Martin Armstrong – Conversations with the Master Forecaster" is a #1 Best Seller on Amazon. . Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4kuC5p5

May 27, 202620 min

The Automated Doom Loop: One Man's Legal War

Ever found yourself pacing your living room, aggressively shouting "REPRESENTATIVE!" into your phone, only for a cheerful robot to say, "I'm sorry, I didn't quite get that?" You aren't alone, and it's not just a minor annoyance—it's an "infinite loop architecture" by design. In this deep dive, we unpack a groundbreaking legal battle launched by Florida citizen Kerry Lutz, who has filed emergency petitions with both the FCC and the Florida Public Service Commission to demand a Live Agent Access Requirement. In this episode, we expose how corporations financially profit as "deflected calls" when frustrated customers hang up, and we detail Lutz's proposed regulatory "fire escape"—a rule forcing telecom and utility monopolies to provide a human option within 60 seconds without mandatory automated screening. We also dive into the dystopian reality of the "hidden biometric toll," explaining how modern AI menus secretly harvest voice prints and analyze your stress levels, exploiting a massive regulatory gap left by laws stuck in the "press 1 for billing" era. Finally, we tackle the ultimate philosophical question: if AI eventually becomes flawless and perfectly mimics human empathy, will we even care about talking to a real person anymore? If you've ever been held hostage by an automated phone tree, this episode is the validation—and the legal breakdown—you've been waiting for. Tune in to learn how one regular citizen is taking on the entire utility and telecom industry to save us all from the automated doom loop. Find Kerry here: https://kerrylutz.com

May 26, 202618 min

Lawsuit Challenges Illegal Parking

A review of Kerry Lutz v. Town of Palm Beach challenging QR-code parking stickers and municipal compliance with traffic-device standards. • Case filed April 23 in S.D. Fla. • Plaintiff moved to take judicial notice of sticker facts • MUTCD adopted into Florida law governs device specs • Plaintiff cites 2004 AG opinion and June 2025 FDOT memo • Evidence includes municipal websites and street photos • Vendor ecosystem centered on One Parking is fragmented • Data-privacy and vendor-accountability concerns raised • Issue: privatization of notice and enforcement Find Kerry Here: https://kerrylutz.com Get the book here: No Parking

May 21, 202621 min

Dismantling Florida's App Based Parking System

The meeting reviewed Kerry Lutz's five administrative petitions challenging app-directed parking signage and vendor practices across Florida and explained the legal and procedural theory underlying the campaign. Presenters described substantive claims, statutory remedies, procedural deadlines, and potential statewide compliance risks tied to federal funding and the MUTCD. Substantive legal theory: Lutz alleges many app-directed parking signs lack required regulatory text and display commercial logos, violating the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and Florida traffic statutes; noncompliant signs are characterized as public nuisances and therefore legally unenforceable and removable. The petitions also assert that app-based vendor practices siphon municipal funds through revenue splits and convenience fees, and seek rules capping vendor compensation at actual interchange costs and banning per-ticket private compensation or privatized citation issuance. Procedural strategy and leverage: The filings are Chapter 120 administrative petitions—declaratory statements (90‑day response) and rulemaking petitions (30‑day response)—designed to force timely agency action rather than prolonged inaction. Presenters emphasized that a 2018 constitutional change eliminated judicial deference, requiring de novo review by administrative law judges, which increases the likelihood agencies will be reversed on appeal if orders conflict with plain statutory or MUTCD text. Privacy and minors: Petitions raise privacy and parental-consent concerns, arguing that requiring drivers, including 16–17‑year‑old minors, to accept app terms and surrender location/payment data may bind minors without verified parental consent; the petitions request verifiable parental-consent mechanisms in the apps. Regulatory and funding implications: Presenters tied the sign noncompliance to a Florida Department of Transportation memo and federal highway funding rules to argue a potential statewide federal‑compliance risk. The approach was framed as a low‑cost procedural blueprint leveraging existing statutes to compel transparency and administrative change as municipal parking systems become more digital and automated. Find Kerry Here: https://kerrylutz.com Get the book here: No Parking