Peak Prosperity

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.

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

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

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.

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.

Vince Lanci, a precious-metals analyst and founder of Echo Bay Partners, dives deep into the silver market's dynamics. He discusses the fragility of London’s market and the implications of recent rule changes at the LME. Lanci outlines the origins of the current silver short and the risks that the bullion banks face. He also addresses the practicality of silver confiscation and proposes using tax incentives to stimulate metal supply. Additionally, he evaluates China's role in the market and hints at a potential V-shaped breakout for silver.

This is a true banger of a podcast, packed with insights and depth. The conclusion? It’s time to make your portfolio as resilient as your homestead.Click Here for Peak Financial Investing

Explore the pervasive issue of digital surveillance and how big tech tracks our every move through devices. Discover the risks of app permissions and the importance of ditching always-listening gadgets. Learn about a revolutionary phone designed to reclaim privacy by blocking telemetry. The conversation dives into privacy-focused apps, local AI, and the unsettling push for global digital IDs. Plus, hear strategies for parents to mitigate smartphone effects on children and explore alternatives for secure communication.

Dana Samuelson, founder of American Gold Exchange, shares his extensive knowledge of precious metals. He discusses how his career began in the 1980s and the evolving U.S. attitudes toward gold ownership compared to other nations. Listeners learn about macroeconomic drivers like central bank buying and geopolitical events lifting gold prices. Dana explains gold as an anti-dollar asset and highlights current trends in gold buyers and the implications of U.S. debt on currency risk. He also touches on silver's supply issues and its rising industrial demand.

The stock market is soaring while the real economy is struggling, sparking a discussion about the disconnect between the two. Consumer sentiment hits historic lows, revealing economic and political implications. Rising living costs and property tax spikes add to the stress faced by retirees. There's a critical examination of AI investments and their profitability amid market concentration. The effects of government payroll growth and fiscal responsibility are questioned, while historic valuations raise concerns about potential market declines.