Coffee and a Mike Matt Bracken #1236
Oct 21, 2025
Matt Bracken, a Navy SEAL, author, and historian, dives into Trump’s pivotal meetings with Putin and Xi, presenting them as key to reshaping global power dynamics. He discusses the rising demand for precious metals, highlighting shifts away from the dollar. Matt links U.S. actions in Venezuela to a broader strategy against China, while exploring America's dependency on Chinese minerals. He also addresses the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict, internal civil tensions in the U.S., and practical advice for community survival amid potential chaos.
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Trump's Diplomatic Tour As World-Order Reset
- Matt Bracken argues Trump's meetings with Putin and Xi aim to reshape global spheres of influence and financial order.
- He suggests Trump seeks a Yalta/Bretton Woods–style settlement acknowledging a multipolar, post-dollar world.
Precious Metals Signal A New Monetary Alignment
- Bracken sees gold and silver moves as signs countries prepare for a post-dollar alignment.
- He highlights China and Russia accumulating gold while China restricts silver exports to protect domestic supply.
Hold Physical Silver As Short-Term Currency
- Consider holding physical silver and small silver coins as a medium of exchange during fiat disruptions.
- Prepare for possible bank limits and supply interruptions where physical coinage may be needed.
