The Tucker Carlson Show One of America’s Biggest Gold Wholesalers Exposes the Most Common Gold Scam Enslaving the Country
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Nov 24, 2025 
In this insightful discussion, Christopher Olson, a veteran precious-metals wholesaler and co-founder of Battalion Metals, exposes the underbelly of retail gold scams. He explains why gold remains a timeless investment, outperforming the S&P over the past 25 years. Olson highlights the growing demand from central banks and the factors driving individuals to buy gold as a hedge against fiat currency risks. He also reveals deceptive sales tactics and emphasizes the need for transparency in the gold market through his new venture.
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Why Gold Still Matters
- Gold acts as a tangible, durable, portable, and scarce store of value that has persisted across civilizations.
- Christopher Olson argues these physical properties make gold a natural monetary standard resistant to fiat manipulation.
Turned Down A $20M Pitch Offer
- Tucker was offered nearly $20 million a year to pitch a gold seller but declined because the business was deceptive.
- That motivated him to form an honest retail gold option with Christopher Olson.
Buy From Transparent Dealers
- Prefer dealers who transparently display spot price and exact markup rather than hidden premiums.
- Tucker Carlson and Christopher Olson launched Battalion Metals to offer clear prices and low, honest markups.
