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Mark Goodwin, the former editor-in-chief of Bitcoin Magazine and author of The Bitcoin-Dollar, delves into the intersection of technocracy and cryptocurrency. He examines the militarization of cities, the distortion of media by financial incentives, and the influence of powerful tech figures like Elon Musk. Goodwin discusses the dangers of digital IDs and CBDCs, and how algorithms shape discourse in modern culture. With insights on personal self-reliance versus superhero expectations, he urges practical planning in a hyper-financialized world.

Bill Holter, a seasoned writer and precious metals expert, dives into the turbulent world of gold and silver markets. He warns about the chaos potentially brewing from the end of EBT benefits and critiques the Fed's rate cuts amidst soaring markets. Bill discusses the risks of December COMEX deliveries and warns about the mismatch between paper contracts and tangible metal. He also shares practical preparation tips for disruptions and predicts a major financial disaster looming ahead, particularly for urban residents.

In this discussion, Paul Craig Roberts, former assistant secretary of the Treasury and a notable commentator on geopolitics, teams up with Gary Heavin, founder of Curves International and a social entrepreneur. They dive into the risky dynamics of U.S.-Russia relations, emphasizing NATO's existential threat to Russia. The conversation also touches on China's economic leverage and declining relationships due to U.S. sanctions. Additionally, Heavin warns about social unrest as 42 million face SNAP benefit cuts, highlighting the potential fallout from domestic crises.

Irish writer, author, thinker John Waters joins war correspondent Michael Yon to discuss the similarities of Gaza/Ireland, death jabs, architects behind depopulation/famine, protests in Japan, Trump 2028, WEF, solutions for people, and much more. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE LIKE AND SHARE THIS PODCAST!!! Watch Show Rumble- https://rumble.com/v70tno8-ireland-gaza-death-jabs-war-europe-japan-and-more-john-waters-and-michael-y.html YouTube- https://youtu.be/SGec1OVFwEk?si=kqZ9IN4Lwd91GeEP Follow Me X- https://x.com/CoffeeandaMike IG- https://www.instagram.com/coffeeandamike/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/CoffeeandaMike/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@Coffeeandamike Rumble- https://rumble.com/search/all?q=coffee%20and%20a%20mike Substack- https://coffeeandamike.substack.com/ Apple Podcasts- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coffee-and-a-mike/id1436799008 Gab- https://gab.com/CoffeeandaMike Locals- https://coffeeandamike.locals.com/ Website- www.coffeeandamike.com Email- info@coffeeandamike.com Support My Work Venmo- https://www.venmo.com/u/coffeeandamike Paypal- https://www.paypal.com/biz/profile/Coffeeandamike Substack- https://coffeeandamike.substack.com/ Patreon- http://patreon.com/coffeeandamike Locals- https://coffeeandamike.locals.com/ Cash App- https://cash.app/$coffeeandamike Buy Me a Coffee- https://buymeacoffee.com/coffeeandamike Bitcoin- coffeeandamike@strike.me Mail Check or Money Order- Coffee and a Mike LLC P.O. Box 25383 Scottsdale, AZ 85255-9998 Follow John Substack- https://substack.com/@johnwaters X- https://x.com/johnwaters2024 YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@thescholargypsies/videos Order's John's new book- https://a.co/d/7AOMCK1 Follow Michael X- https://x.com/Michael_Yon Substack- https://michaelyon.substack.com/ Sponsors Vaulted/Precious Metals- https://vaulted.blbvux.net/coffeeandamike McAlvany Precious Metals- https://mcalvany.com/coffeeandamike/

Martin Armstrong, an esteemed economist and founder of Armstrong Economics, delves into pressing global issues. He discusses his recent D.C. trip and warns of a looming war with Russia beginning in 2026, asserting that oil sanctions against Putin will backfire. Armstrong critiques the ineffective U.S. policymaking and stresses the importance of back channels in diplomacy. He outlines his proposal for U.S.-Russia cooperation and shares economic forecasts, predicting stagflation and civil unrest across Europe.

Melody Wright is a strategist, writer, technologist living in Johnson City, TN. She joins professor of organic chemistry at Cornell University and contributor at ZeroHedge Dave Collum to discuss Elon Musk's many faces, tech bros, overhype of AI, Charlie Kirk, dark world of Hollywood, Serpent Room in the Vatican, precious metals, real estate, and much more. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE LIKE AND SHARE THIS PODCAST!!! Watch Show Rumble- https://rumble.com/v70qqvm-ai-is-a-ruse-to-hide-how-bad-the-economy-is-melody-wright-and-dave-collum.html YouTube- https://youtu.be/EBWsINGd0x4 Follow Me X- https://x.com/CoffeeandaMike IG- https://www.instagram.com/coffeeandamike/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/CoffeeandaMike/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@Coffeeandamike Rumble- https://rumble.com/search/all?q=coffee%20and%20a%20mike Substack- https://coffeeandamike.substack.com/ Apple Podcasts- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coffee-and-a-mike/id1436799008 Gab- https://gab.com/CoffeeandaMike Locals- https://coffeeandamike.locals.com/ Website- www.coffeeandamike.com Email- info@coffeeandamike.com Support My Work Venmo- https://www.venmo.com/u/coffeeandamike Paypal- https://www.paypal.com/biz/profile/Coffeeandamike Substack- https://coffeeandamike.substack.com/ Patreon- http://patreon.com/coffeeandamike Locals- https://coffeeandamike.locals.com/ Cash App- https://cash.app/$coffeeandamike Buy Me a Coffee- https://buymeacoffee.com/coffeeandamike Bitcoin- coffeeandamike@strike.me Mail Check or Money Order- Coffee and a Mike LLC P.O. Box 25383 Scottsdale, AZ 85255-9998 Follow Melody X- https://x.com/m3_melody YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@m3_melody Substack- https://m3melody.substack.com/ Follow Dave X- https://x.com/DavidBCollum Sponsors Vaulted/Precious Metals- https://vaulted.blbvux.net/coffeeandamike McAlvany Precious Metals- https://mcalvany.com/coffeeandamike/

Andy Schectman, owner of Miles Franklin and a noted expert on precious metals, delves into the current state of bullion markets and the classification of silver as a critical mineral. He explores the implications of a potential global monetary reset and the Genius Act, dissecting how these factors could reshape economic dynamics. Andy highlights the alarming trends in silver demand, the impact of BRICS on gold settlement, and the strain on regional banks, while offering a nuanced view of cultural shifts affecting economic resilience. Buckle up for expected turbulence ahead!

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.

Vince Lanci, a seasoned commentator and the publisher of the Goldfix Substack, dives into the complexities of silver and gold trading. He discusses the challenges facing the LBMA and the potential for silver prices to rally, possibly hitting $144 in a few years. Vince explains China's dwindling silver supply and the geopolitical implications of U.S. policies in Latin America. He warns of risks associated with reindustrialization and the threat of rising public-private partnerships leading to corporatism in the U.S.

Eric Yeung, a specialist in precious metals and commodities, dives into the rising trends in silver and gold prices. He connects this increase to global geopolitical tensions and trade conflicts, especially with China. Eric reveals how the LBMA's handling of metal prices may lead to significant market shifts. He also discusses the implications of BRICS nations pushing for the re-monetization of physical metals and offers practical advice for investing in precious metals as a safeguard against financial instability.