

Peak Prosperity
Chris Martenson
Peak Prosperity provides answers to those who question the mainstream narrative on the critical issues of our day by providing context, clarity, and understanding around seemingly complex systems. Topics include economy, energy, environment, and geopolitics.
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Jan 29, 2026 • 0sec
Generational Wealth Will Be Made and Lost as the Carry Trades Unwind
Adam Rozencwajg, investment strategist and co-founder of Goehring & Rozencwajg, offers macro-focused views on resources and commodities. He explains carry trades, how financialization favors low-volatility growth, and what could trigger a painful unwind. They trace gold as an early signal of monetary stress and explore chronic underinvestment in energy and its long-term implications.

Jan 23, 2026 • 0sec
Investing During The Age of Consequences
Paul Kiker, founder of Kiker Wealth Management and Georgia-based wealth manager, offers portfolio advice and asset-protection perspective. They cover gold and silver moves and geopolitical cracks in the dollar. Discussion spans yield-curve control, global liquidity risks like the yen carry trade, rehypothecation and account-structure protections, plus shifts toward commodities and market correlation risks.

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Jan 22, 2026 • 0sec
U.S. Retail Is Slowly Waking Up to Buying Gold and Silver
Dana Samuelson, founder of American Gold Exchange with decades of experience in precious metals, discusses the global surge in gold and silver demand, driven by physical buying rather than U.S. retail interest. He highlights Japan’s bond market strain as a warning sign for systemic credit stress and links rising metals demand to concerns over debt and fiat mismanagement. The conversation also covers silver’s industrial demand, India's aggressive buying, and the need for direct sourcing as the physical market tightens, underscoring the importance of possession.

Jan 22, 2026 • 0sec
Escaping Fiat Madness and Counterparty Risk With Gold, the Only “Tier Zero” Monetary Asset
David Russell, CEO of GoldCore and a seasoned expert on precious metals, dives into the surge in gold and silver as indicators of an impending monetary reset. He discusses the alarming erosion of trust in fiat currencies and the rush towards hard assets. The conversation highlights silver's vital role in electrification and tech, while also examining Japan's fiscal moves as potential triggers for broader financial crises. Russell emphasizes the importance of gold as a 'Tier Zero' asset, offering a safe haven from counterparty risks.

Jan 16, 2026 • 0sec
Welcome to the Crack Up Boom?
Paul Kiker, a seasoned wealth manager and founder of Kiker Wealth Management, returns to discuss the potential for a crack-up boom amid record market highs. He dives into the dynamics of soaring metals and the risks in global financial systems, especially concerning Japan's yield spikes. The conversation also highlights the growing distress among employed Americans and the wealth concentration following the GFC. Kiker urges a shift towards adaptive investment strategies, emphasizing the importance of metals and commodities in today's turbulent market.

Jan 9, 2026 • 0sec
Volatility: Friend or Foe?
Join Paul Kiker, a registered investment advisor, as he dives into the tumultuous financial landscape of 2026. He discusses the recent sharp rallies in gold and silver and delves into potential market manipulation. Paul highlights the physical shortages of silver, particularly in light of China’s export controls, and warns about loss of trust due to manipulation. He also emphasizes the importance of having an adaptive portfolio and strategies for handling significant market volatility, while urging skepticism towards AI-generated investment information.

Jan 1, 2026 • 0sec
Dave Collum: A Forensic Exploration of The 2025 Train Wreck
This is a long one. We cover a LOT of territory. The conclusion is that our entire way of life is in deep trouble, top to bottom. The financial elites would prefer we fight each other, and not notice their ever-increasing predations on every crumb of remaining economic value.Click Here for Dave's 2025 Year In Review

Dec 19, 2025 • 0sec
A Contrarian’s Take: AI’s Electricity Problem and the Bull Case for Oil
The key, we are told, is to buy low and sell high. This translates, roughly, into buying when others are selling and selling when others are buying. It sounds easy, but it’s really not…Click Here for Peak Financial Investing

Dec 13, 2025 • 0sec
Every .30-06 Round Went Clean Through!
Delve into a provocative exploration of ballistics where a .30-06 round's capability is tested against unexpected targets. Witness a unique pig-roast ballistic test that defies conventional wisdom about ammunition effects on human anatomy. High-speed footage reveals the violent aftermath of bullet impacts, sparking debate about the veracity of mainstream narratives. As results unfold, questions arise that challenge official accounts, leaving listeners with a sense of intrigue and skepticism.

Dec 12, 2025 • 0sec
Getting Ready For Anything
Paul Kiker, a seasoned wealth manager from Kiker Wealth Management, dives into pressing financial concerns today. He discusses the impending consequences of peak debt and rising unease among investors as systemic risks become evident. With insights on credit cycles, he highlights why owning gold and debt-free land is vital, especially in uncertain times. Kiker also warns of the complacency in markets, linking it to increased corporate layoffs and a structural silver shortage, while exploring alternatives like the BRICS digital currency.


