The Mark Moss Show Why the U.S. Can't Quit Printing Money | Lyn Alden
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Jul 31, 2025 
Lyn Alden, a renowned macro strategist and founder of LynAlden.com, dives into the unraveling U.S. financial system. She discusses the hidden costs of dollar supremacy, the potential return of tariffs, and the roles of gold and Bitcoin in a multipolar world. Alden also addresses the implications of endless money printing and the rising prominence of Bitcoin among companies. This engaging conversation presents a stark look at economic strategies amidst a shifting global landscape.
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Historic Global Monetary Shifts
- The global monetary system changes roughly every few decades through shifts in debt cycles and imbalances.
- Current times will be seen as transformative like the 30s-40s and 70s were historically.
Dollar Cycles Drive Market Trends
- Dollar cycles impact inflation, stock performance, and global markets significantly.
- We have been in a strong dollar cycle since about 2014, affecting asset types and economies worldwide.
Strong Dollar Peaks Declining
- The current strong dollar is overvalued compared to historical peaks but less extreme due to higher system debt.
- Dollar strength peaks have been forming lower highs, signaling earlier systemic stress.
