
Financial Sense(R) Newshour
Begun in 1988, Financial Sense(R) Newshour is a financial market broadcast hosted by money manager James J Puplava, CFP, on the week's market action, interviews with financial experts, and Jim's personal perspective on the markets/economy.
Latest episodes

Mar 11, 2025 • 37min
The Secret Weapon Biohackers Swear By
Vic Riffel from Sunlighten shares insights on infrared saunas and their remarkable health benefits. He explains how these saunas offer unique heating methods that enhance mitochondrial function and bolster immunity. The discussion covers the positive impacts on heart health, blood pressure, and overall well-being, along with personal success stories of improved health metrics. Riffel also addresses crucial aspects of EMF safety in sauna products and encourages listeners to use sauna technology as a part of their holistic wellness journey.

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Mar 8, 2025 • 33min
Big Picture: Time for a Strategic Shift
The conversation delves into the significant need for a strategic investment shift in response to political volatility and rising interest rates. It highlights how tariffs under the Trump administration affect market predictability. The impact of automation, particularly driverless taxis, is explored, showcasing its potential repercussions on jobs and transportation. Additionally, cutting-edge advancements in battery technology and the importance of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin are discussed, urging a focus on long-term investment strategies.

Mar 7, 2025 • 30min
Tariffs, Treasuries, and Trouble: Richard Sylla on America’s Debt Dilemma
Richard Sylla, a Professor emeritus of economics and co-author of A History of Interest Rates, delves into America’s staggering $37 trillion debt and the implications of rising interest rates. He discusses the challenges of reforming national spending amidst political gridlock, while also exploring the U.S.’s strengths in the global market and concerns over its reserve currency status. Sylla offers insights on navigating bond investments in a changing economy, emphasizing strategies suitable for today’s fiscal landscape.

Mar 7, 2025 • 24min
Gold Shines, Tech Fades: John Roque's Bold Market Call
John Roque, a knowledgeable technical analyst at 22V Research, shares his insights on the shaky stock market and the faltering MAG7 stocks, including stagnant Nvidia and sliding Microsoft. He discusses the rising allure of gold amidst global uncertainties and a bearish outlook on tech investments. Roque emphasizes the need for a defensive strategy as interest rates shift and highlights the market dynamics affecting commodities like copper and oil. This episode is packed with expert advice for navigating today's complex financial landscape.

Mar 7, 2025 • 4min
90% to AGI: How AI and Robotics Are Reshaping Global Markets in 2025 (Preview)
Mar 6, 2025 – Buckle up for a mind-blowing chat with Dr. Alan D. Thompson, AI guru behind the world’s top AI newsletter, The Memo , as he spills the latest on humanoid robots storming factories and homes—think Figure AI’s fridge-stocking...

Mar 5, 2025 • 3min
Investment Playbook Has Changed, Says Peter Boockvar (Preview)
Mar 4, 2025 – Join Cris Sheridan and Peter Boockvar at the Boock Report for a compelling dive into today’s volatile financial landscape. Peter dissects the economic fallout from aggressive new tariffs—25% on Canada and Mexico, 20% on China...

Mar 4, 2025 • 32min
The Insomnia Epidemic: Dr. Michael Haga on Light, Mitochondria, and Sleep
Mar 3, 2025 – Discover how the lights in your home could be silently shaping your health in this eye-opening interview with Dr. Mike Haga on today's Lifetime Planning health segment. From the surprising benefits of red light on metabolism and mitochondria...

Mar 1, 2025 • 20min
Smart Macro: Post-Election Market Honeymoon Is Over
Febr 28, 2025 – The post-election market buzz has crashed, and Cris Sheridan and Chris Puplava unpack the chaos on Financial Sense’s Smart Macro. From Trump’s tariff flip-flops sparking CEO paralysis to a shocking 0.5% drop in consumer spending...

Feb 28, 2025 • 38min
Keith Barron on America's Mining Problem and Revaluing US Gold Reserves
Feb 28, 2025 – Gold’s up 12% and silver’s climbed 9.4% in 2025, outpacing faltering stocks for the second year straight. Jim Puplava welcomes Keith Barron, a 42-year mining veteran and CEO of Aurania Resources, to discuss precious metals and the wider...

Feb 28, 2025 • 36min
Buy the Dip or Bail Out? Mish Schneider on Tech Wreck, Gold Rush, and Quantum Bets
Feb 28, 2025 – Buckle up for a wild ride through today’s markets with Jim Puplava and Mish Schneider! They dive into the tech wreck—Nvidia’s earnings stunner that still tanked 6%—and ask: Is this a dip to buy or a sign of bigger trouble?...