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November 2, 202631 min

2026-11-02 AI Bubble, Stock Market Risk & Retirement Planning

Could an AI stock market bubble threaten your retirement savings? On Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio, Dennis Tubbergen and guest Karl Denninger examine artificial intelligence investment, S&P 500 concentration, and the risks of a technology-driven market downturn. Their conversation explores AI infrastructure costs, competition from open-source technology, and Denninger’s concerns about whether revenues can justify valuations. They also discuss Federal Reserve interest rate policy, persistent inflation, and sequence of returns risk—how taking withdrawals during a market decline can undermine retirement income. Dennis rounds out the episode with commentary on federal deficits, mortgage rates, and falling home sales. 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.

October 26, 202627 min

2026-10-25 Best of Replay - Jim Rogers: “Be Boring If You Want to Be Solvent”

Enjoy the following “Best of Replay” with special guest Jim Rogers. Legendary investor Jim Rogers joins Retirement Lifestyle Advocates host Dennis Tubbergen to discuss inflation, rising interest rates, the stock market, U.S. Treasury bonds, gold, silver, energy prices, cryptocurrency, BRICS, and the future of the U.S. dollar. Rogers explains why he remains cautious about global markets, what history can teach investors about speculative technology booms, and why he continues to own gold and silver. He also discusses government debt, declining known oil reserves, potential opportunities in hard assets, and how retirement investors can approach an uncertain economy. His most important investing advice? Stay with what you know, avoid hot tips, and don't be afraid to be boring if your goal is to remain solvent. Jim Rogers is co-founder of the Quantum Fund in the 1970s, one of the most successful hedge funds of its time. He is a sought-after speaker and media commentator, sharing insights on financial markets, global trends, and investment opportunities. A widely respected figure in the world of finance, with his perspectives influencing investors globally. For information about Jim Rogers, you can find several of the books he’s authored documenting his travels and investment experiences, including "Investment Biker" and "Adventure Capitalist," at most book sources. For more information about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.

October 19, 202633 min

2026-10-19 Are Stocks Headed for a Major Decline? Murray Gunn Warns of Higher Rates and a Weaker Dollar

Is a stock market crash coming? Could interest rates rise to 8.5%, and is the U.S. dollar losing its global dominance? On this episode of Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio, Dennis Tubbergen interviews Murray Gunn, Head of Global Research at Elliott Wave International, to discuss the Elliott Wave Principle and its forecasts for the stock market, Treasury bond yields, crude oil prices, and the U.S. dollar. Gunn explains why technical indicators suggest a potential global stock market downturn, higher interest rates, and a long-term shift in the world's reserve currency system. They also discuss gold, precious metals, China's growing financial influence, and the implications for retirement savings and investment portfolios. Plus, Dennis examines warnings of an artificial intelligence (AI) investment bubble, weakening S&P 500 market breadth, and historical parallels to the dot-com crash. Discover the market risks and economic trends that investors and retirees should be watching. Murray Gunn is Head of Global Research at Elliott Wave International. He worked as a fund manager in global bonds, currencies and stocks, including long posts at Standard Life Investments and the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority. He then joined HSBC Bank as Head of Technical Analysis. Murray is the author of Trading Regime Analysis (Wiley, 2009) and a contributor to Socionomic Studies of Society and Culture (Socionomics Institute Press, 2017). In April 2018, Murray took over the helm of The European Short-Term Update. You can also read his commentary in Global Market Perspective, Interest Rates Pro Services and Currency Pro Services, and on deflation.com. To learn more about Murray Gunn’s work as Head of Global Research at Elliott Wave International, please visit elliottwave.com. You can also get free access to the classic book "Elliott Wave Principle - Key to Market Behavior" at https://www.elliottwave.com/wave/retirementlifestyleadvocates To learn more about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit our website at www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.

October 12, 202628 min

2026-10-12 The Fed's Last Hail Mary: A Debt Crisis, Inflation, and the Future of Gold

Is the Federal Reserve running out of options? On this episode of Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio, host Dennis Tubbergen welcomes Brien Lundin, publisher of Gold Newsletter, to examine Federal Reserve monetary policy, rising U.S. Treasury yields, and the long-term outlook for gold and silver prices. They discuss how government deficit spending and growing debt-service costs could impact the bond market, why central banks are buying gold, and the potential opportunities in physical precious metals, mining stocks, and critical commodities. Lundin also shares insights into the New Orleans Investment Conference and offers guidance for investors considering gold and silver as part of a wealth preservation strategy. Learn how inflation, currency devaluation, and changing interest rates could affect your retirement savings and financial future. Brien Lundin is the President and CEO of Jefferson Financial, editor and publisher of Gold Newsletter, a publication that has ranked among the world’s leading precious metals and resource stock advisories since 1971 and is also the host of the famed New Orleans Investment Conference, the world’s oldest and most respected gold investment event. To learn more about the Gold Newsletter, visit www.goldnewsletter.com, and to learn more about the New Orleans Investment Conference, visit www.neworleansconference.com. To learn more about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit our website at www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.

October 5, 202631 min

2026-10-05 When Debt Math Breaks: The Fed, Inflation and What Comes Next

Could the U.S. national debt and rising Treasury yields force the Federal Reserve into a new round of money creation? Dennis Tubbergen examines the growing U.S. debt crisis, federal deficits, rising interest costs, inflation, Treasury bond yields, and the enormous amount of government debt that must be refinanced in the years ahead. Economist Dr. Jonathan Newman joins Dennis to discuss Federal Reserve independence, the relationship between the Fed and U.S. Treasury, debt monetization, interest rates, Modern Monetary Theory (MMT), and his forthcoming Anti-MMT book. Dennis then explores what could happen if bond investors lose confidence in U.S. government debt, including the possibility of Federal Reserve yield curve control, renewed inflation, and declining purchasing power. For retirement investors concerned about the national debt, inflation, interest rates, bonds, monetary policy, and protecting wealth, this episode examines what the debt math may mean for your financial future. 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. 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.

September 28, 202626 min

2026-09-28 Jim Rogers: “Be Boring If You Want to Be Solvent”

Legendary investor Jim Rogers joins Retirement Lifestyle Advocates host Dennis Tubbergen to discuss inflation, rising interest rates, the stock market, U.S. Treasury bonds, gold, silver, energy prices, cryptocurrency, BRICS, and the future of the U.S. dollar. Rogers explains why he remains cautious about global markets, what history can teach investors about speculative technology booms, and why he continues to own gold and silver. He also discusses government debt, declining known oil reserves, potential opportunities in hard assets, and how retirement investors can approach an uncertain economy. His most important investing advice? Stay with what you know, avoid hot tips, and don't be afraid to be boring if your goal is to remain solvent. Jim Rogers is co-founder of the Quantum Fund in the 1970s, one of the most successful hedge funds of its time. He is a sought-after speaker and media commentator, sharing insights on financial markets, global trends, and investment opportunities. A widely respected figure in the world of finance, with his perspectives influencing investors globally. For information about Jim Rogers, you can find several of the books he’s authored documenting his travels and investment experiences, including "Investment Biker" and "Adventure Capitalist," at most book sources. For more information about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.

September 21, 202632 min

2026-09-21 The Debt Trap: Inflation, Rising Rates & Your Retirement

What do rising interest rates, inflation and the growing U.S. national debt mean for your retirement? Dennis Tubbergen sits down with Financial Survival Network founder Kerry Lutz to discuss inflation, Treasury yields, government debt, the declining purchasing power of the U.S. dollar, gold and silver, stock market investing, and the widening wealth gap. Kerry also demonstrates his Dollar Time Machine to compare how the value of cash, housing, stocks, gold and silver has changed over time. Dennis then examines rising federal interest costs and why higher Treasury rates could have major implications for government finances and retirement planning. If you're concerned about inflation, protecting purchasing power, investment risk or preparing your retirement portfolio for an uncertain economy, this episode provides an in-depth discussion of the forces reshaping today's financial landscape. Kerry Lutz has been a student of Austrian Economics since 1977. While attending Pace University, he stumbled upon an extensive cache of Austrian Economic Literature in a dark, musty, abandoned section of the school’s library. After graduating from The New York Law School, he became an attorney and lifelong serial entrepreneur. In 2010, Kerry gave up most of his other interests to pursue his desire to become a radio show host and founded the Financial Survival Network, whose mission is to help you prosper and thrive in the New Economy. To learn more about Kerry Lutz and subscribe to his free newsletter, please visit http://kerrylutz.com. To learn more about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit our website at www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.

September 14, 202633 min

2026-09-14 Best of Replay - A Recession Is Coming — But That’s Not the Biggest Risk

Enjoy this week’s “Best of Replay” with guest Simon Hunt. Could a global financial reset, rising oil prices, persistent inflation and record government debt reshape your retirement portfolio? On this episode of Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio, Dennis Tubbergen interviews geopolitical and economic expert Simon Hunt about the U.S. economy, Federal Reserve policy, recession risk, the Iran conflict, oil and diesel prices, China’s gold reserves and the possibility of a future gold-backed Chinese currency. Hunt shares his outlook for a 2027 recession, renewed inflation, higher interest rates and growing geopolitical conflict, while Dennis examines U.S. government debt, consumer debt, unemployment and the likelihood of another round of Federal Reserve quantitative easing. They also explore what a global monetary reset could look like, including cryptocurrency, gold-backed currencies and a potential split between Western and China-led monetary systems. If you are concerned about inflation, recession, U.S. debt, gold, tangible assets and protecting retirement wealth from the next financial crisis, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Simon Hunt is the Founder of Simon Hunt Strategic Services, a consultancy focusing on the global economy, China, and the copper industry. With over 50 years of experience in the copper industry, Hunt is a respected voice in the global copper market. He has produced in-depth studies of various industry markets in China and other Asian countries. Hunt first visited China in 1993, and since then, he spends 2 to 3 months each year in the country. His insights into policymaking in Beijing and his forecasts of China’s economy are regularly featured by major publications. Hunt is also known for his geopolitical insights and knowledge of world affairs. To learn more about this week’s guest, Simon Hunt, please visit https://simon-hunt.com/. To learn more about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit our website at www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.

September 7, 202633 min

2026-09-07 A Recession Is Coming — But That’s Not the Biggest Risk

Could a global financial reset, rising oil prices, persistent inflation and record government debt reshape your retirement portfolio? On this episode of Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio, Dennis Tubbergen interviews geopolitical and economic expert Simon Hunt about the U.S. economy, Federal Reserve policy, recession risk, the Iran conflict, oil and diesel prices, China’s gold reserves and the possibility of a future gold-backed Chinese currency. Hunt shares his outlook for a 2027 recession, renewed inflation, higher interest rates and growing geopolitical conflict, while Dennis examines U.S. government debt, consumer debt, unemployment and the likelihood of another round of Federal Reserve quantitative easing. They also explore what a global monetary reset could look like, including cryptocurrency, gold-backed currencies and a potential split between Western and China-led monetary systems. If you are concerned about inflation, recession, U.S. debt, gold, tangible assets and protecting retirement wealth from the next financial crisis, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Simon Hunt is the Founder of Simon Hunt Strategic Services, a consultancy focusing on the global economy, China, and the copper industry. With over 50 years of experience in the copper industry, Hunt is a respected voice in the global copper market. He has produced in-depth studies of various industry markets in China and other Asian countries. Hunt first visited China in 1993, and since then, he spends 2 to 3 months each year in the country. His insights into policymaking in Beijing and his forecasts of China’s economy are regularly featured by major publications. Hunt is also known for his geopolitical insights and knowledge of world affairs. To learn more about this week’s guest, Simon Hunt, please visit https://simon-hunt.com/. To learn more about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit our website at www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.

August 31, 202630 min

2026-08-31 $40 Trillion in Debt: Why Gold, Silver & Commodities May Be the Next Big Opportunity

What happens to your investments when government debt keeps rising, inflation remains stubborn, and Treasury yields move higher? Retirement Lifestyle Advocates host Dennis Tubbergen talks with precious metals and commodities investing specialist Simon Popple about the $40 trillion U.S. debt problem, inflation, interest rates, Treasury bonds, and the outlook for stocks and real estate. Popple explains why gold, silver, copper, uranium, commodities, and mining stocks could play an increasingly important role in a diversified investment portfolio. They also compare physical gold and silver with precious metals ETFs and discuss how inflation affects purchasing power and investment returns. Plus, Dennis examines unemployment, consumer debt, credit card delinquencies, student loans, auto loan delinquencies, and whether the U.S. economy is really as strong as Federal Reserve officials suggest. Mr. Simon Popple is the author of the Brookville Capital Intelligence Report. Mr. Popple started a newsletter with MoneyWeek called Metals & Miners, and when they were acquired, he set up Gold Speculator with Jim Rickards. During this time, he was a featured speaker at MoneyWeek and Mines & Money conferences. Mr. Popple has also done numerous interviews with IGTV on the gold market. To learn more about this week’s guest, Simon Popple, please visit https://goldprogram.co.uk. To learn more about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit our website at www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.