
Mark Thornton
Austrian economist and senior fellow at the Mises Institute, known for his analysis of housing bubbles and writings on monetary theory, inflation, and precious metals.
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Dec 2, 2025 • 1h 14min
#312 Dr. Mark Thornton: America's On-Ramp to Hyperinflation and Why It's Still Early in the Bull Market for Gold & Silver
Dr. Mark Thornton, an Austrian economist and senior fellow at the Mises Institute, shares his insights on the looming economic crisis, which he describes as an 'everything bubble.' He discusses how Federal Reserve manipulation has led to widespread malinvestments and highlights key vulnerabilities in commercial real estate and private equity. Thornton warns that by 2026, the U.S. may face hyperinflation, making gold and silver essential hedges against fiat depreciation. He also critiques current political leaders' lack of resolve to address these pressing monetary issues.

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Dec 11, 2025 • 56min
12/5/25 Mark Thornton on the Boom Bust Cycle and the Federal Reserve
Mark Thornton, a senior fellow at the Mises Institute and author of 'The Skyscraper Curse,' dives into the intricate dynamics of the economy. He highlights how the Federal Reserve's policies exacerbate wealth inequality, benefiting elites while harming the working class. Thornton explains the K-shaped recovery, the dangers of inflationary money, and advocates for a gold standard to promote sound money. He also warns of the looming market corrections and discusses the impact of domestic interventions on international conflict.

Dec 2, 2025 • 58min
Dr. Mark Thornton: Early Innings for Gold, Silver Manipulation, Black Swans & Failing Markets
Dr. Mark Thornton, an Economist and Senior Fellow at the Mises Institute, dives into the precious metals market and its current dynamics. He passionately argues that gold is inherently money, critiquing the shift from commodity to fiat currency. Thornton highlights rising distrust in central banks fueling gold and silver demand, viewing the market as still in its early stages. He contrasts Austrian and Keynesian economics, warns of potential financial bubbles, and discusses the implications of crypto integration and geopolitical shifts on monetary systems.
Nov 15, 2025 • 2h 43min
Minor Issues, Major Conversations: Mark Thornton’s Four-Interview Roundup
Mark Thornton, a Senior Fellow at the Mises Institute and expert in Austrian economics, dives deep into today's economic landscape. He discusses the recent fluctuations in gold and silver prices caused by governmental policies and inflation fears. Thornton explains the mechanics of debt monetization and its implications for inflation and market dynamics. He emphasizes the importance of understanding wealth distribution effects and the potential risks of hyperinflation. Listeners gain insight into why precious metals now signal economic uncertainty.

Sep 20, 2025 • 0sec
On the Hyperinflation On-Ramp
Mark Thornton, a senior scholar at the Mises Institute, discusses the looming threat of hyperinflation stemming from the U.S. monetary policy and deficits. He delves into Mises's stages of inflation, revealing how they set the stage for price surges. Mark explains the shift of central banks from Treasuries to gold and outlines a savvy gold-to-silver trading strategy. The conversation also touches on the impact of global sanctions on de-dollarization, emerging sound-money laws, and practical steps for individuals to safeguard their wealth.


