When gold shines, so do the hot takes, and today, the Stacking Benjamins crew dives into what this record-breaking surge really means for your money. Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Neighbor Doug kick off the week with their signature Monday salute to our troops before digging into the glittering headlines: gold prices are hitting new highs… but does that make it a smart investment or just financial fool’s gold?

From breaking down why gold spikes when markets wobble to questioning whether it’s truly the “safe haven” it’s cracked up to be, the guys unpack the myths, mindset, and math behind precious metals. You’ll also hear fresh strategies for weathering volatile markets, balancing your asset allocation, and staying cool when everyone else is panicking. And of course, Doug drops in with a TikTok Minute, a trivia challenge, and one listener’s wild math-powered success story that somehow involves an Olive Garden. (Breadsticks optional.)

So grab your coffee, your calculator, and maybe your lucky coin—because this episode proves that in the unpredictable world of investing, sometimes the smartest move is knowing why you’re holding what you’re holding.

What You'll Learn

Why gold prices are climbing and what that might signal about the global economy.
The myth of “safe haven” assets: When gold works, when it doesn’t, and why diversification still wins.
Smart portfolio moves for volatile times—without letting emotions tank your returns.

Real-life stories and lessons from Stackers proving that good math (and a little luck) can go a long way.

The lighter side of finance: Breadsticks, TikTok, and trivia—because learning about money doesn’t have to feel like homework.

Questions You'll Want to Answer:

Do you view gold as an investment, insurance policy, or just a shiny distraction?
What’s your go-to strategy when markets start getting rocky?
Have you ever made a “safe” financial move that didn’t turn out as safe as you thought?

FULL SHOW NOTES: https://stackingbenjamins.com/gold-and-other-investments-for-bear-markets-1747

Deeper dives with curated links, topics, and discussions are in our newsletter, The 201, available at https://www.stackingbenjamins.com/201

Enjoy!

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