

American Monetary Association
Jason Hartman
The American Monetary Association is a non-profit venture funded by The Jason Hartman Foundation that is dedicated to educating people about the practical effects of monetary policy and government actions on inflation, deflation and freedom. Our goal is to help people prosper in the midst of uncertain economic times.
The American Monetary Association believes that a new and innovative understanding of wealth, value, business and investment is necessary to thrive in the new reality of big government, big deficits and monetary destruction.
Host, Jason Hartman, interviews top-tier guests, bestselling authors and financial experts including; Robert Kiyosaki (Rich Dad), Harry Dent (The Great Depression Ahead), Peter Schiff (Crash Proof), William Cohan (House of Cards), Ellen Brown (Web of Debt), Thomas Woods (Meltdown), Gerald Celente (Trends Journal), G. Edward Griffin (The Creature from Jekyll Island), Chris Mayer (Capital & Crisis), Chris Martenson (The Crash Course), Robert Prechter (Elliott Wave), Pat Buchanan (Presidential Candidate), Eric Tyson (Investing for Dummies), Addison Wiggin & Bill Bonner (Agora – The Daily Reckoning), Catherine Austin Fitts (Solari), Thomas Sowell (The Hoover Institution), Marc Chandler (Making Sense of the Dollar), Gillian Tett (Fool's Gold & The Financial Times), Howard Ruff (Prosper In The Coming Bad Years), Larry Parks (Gold Wars & FAME), James West (Crime of the Century), Les Leopold (The Looting of America), Robert Wiedemer (Aftershock), Bill Whittle (Rich Man Poor Man), Les Leopold (The Looting of America), Robert R. Prechter (Elliot Wave Theory), Lowell Ponte (The Great Withdrawal), Jack Gerard (American Petroleum Institute), Jeffrey Hirsch (Stock Trader's Almanac), Jim Bruce (Money For Nothing: Inside the Federal Reserve), Kevin Armstrong (Bulls, Birdies, Bogies, and Bears), Laurence Kotlikoff (The Clash of Generations), Shaun Rein (The End of Cheap China),
A trademark feature of Hartman Media podcasts are our 'Tenth Episodes' where alternative topics of interest are explored every tenth episode. This provides a diverse mix of programming exploring issues and influential authors like Hannah Holmes (What Is Your Personality Type), Dr. Gary Chapman (The Five Love Languages), Christine Hassler (Manage Your Expectations), Sam Carpenter (Work the System), Chuck Gallagher (Second Chances), John J. Murphy (Zentrepreneur), and Robert Greene (Mastery).
Topics explored at depth by the American Monetary Association include Bitcoin, digital currencies, investing, corporate tax inversions, crowdfunding, inflation, the Federal Reserve, student loan debt, monetary policy, economic challenges facing generation Y, solar energy, 3D printing, medical technology, US dollar, currency exchange, plunging bond rates, personal and commercial bankruptcy, the cost of a college education, digital banking, the American dream, capital gains taxes, asset protection, gold and silver, commodities markets, precious metals, investing tips, structural and personal unemployment, bank regulations, regulatory reform, emerging markets, shadow banking, social media, derivatives, mobile commerce, government regulation, housing market, identity theft, cyber currencies, mortgage lenders, investment properties, VA loans, gold standard, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, online auctions, landlord tenant conflicts, tax lien investing, tax law, retirement, contract law, stagflation, home loans, real estate scams, renters, reverse mortgages, foreclosures, euro, European Union, ECB, European Central Bank, the US housing market, micro lending, online security, cyber security, online banking, digital banking, outsourcing, online shopping, Amazon, Apple, Facebook, Twitter, JP Morgan, short sales, austerity, forex, monetary systems, budget surplus, budget deficits, tax cuts, solar energy, consumer debt, consumer price index, property investing, high frequency trading, interest rates, college tuition, cashless societies, credit card debt, credit monitoring, credit ratings, currency trading, refinancing, federal stimulus, financial independence, financial planning, financial literacy, economic growth, economic development, Wall Street, IPO, IRS, Internal Revenue Service, IMF, International Monetary Fund, mobile banking, Elliot Wave Theory, free trade, underwater homeowners, foreign investing, oil prices, entrepreneurship, Equifax, federal budget, Keynes, Keynesian, fiat currency, financial scams, global economy, gold standard, income tax, and foreign investment.
The American Monetary Association believes that a new and innovative understanding of wealth, value, business and investment is necessary to thrive in the new reality of big government, big deficits and monetary destruction.
Host, Jason Hartman, interviews top-tier guests, bestselling authors and financial experts including; Robert Kiyosaki (Rich Dad), Harry Dent (The Great Depression Ahead), Peter Schiff (Crash Proof), William Cohan (House of Cards), Ellen Brown (Web of Debt), Thomas Woods (Meltdown), Gerald Celente (Trends Journal), G. Edward Griffin (The Creature from Jekyll Island), Chris Mayer (Capital & Crisis), Chris Martenson (The Crash Course), Robert Prechter (Elliott Wave), Pat Buchanan (Presidential Candidate), Eric Tyson (Investing for Dummies), Addison Wiggin & Bill Bonner (Agora – The Daily Reckoning), Catherine Austin Fitts (Solari), Thomas Sowell (The Hoover Institution), Marc Chandler (Making Sense of the Dollar), Gillian Tett (Fool's Gold & The Financial Times), Howard Ruff (Prosper In The Coming Bad Years), Larry Parks (Gold Wars & FAME), James West (Crime of the Century), Les Leopold (The Looting of America), Robert Wiedemer (Aftershock), Bill Whittle (Rich Man Poor Man), Les Leopold (The Looting of America), Robert R. Prechter (Elliot Wave Theory), Lowell Ponte (The Great Withdrawal), Jack Gerard (American Petroleum Institute), Jeffrey Hirsch (Stock Trader's Almanac), Jim Bruce (Money For Nothing: Inside the Federal Reserve), Kevin Armstrong (Bulls, Birdies, Bogies, and Bears), Laurence Kotlikoff (The Clash of Generations), Shaun Rein (The End of Cheap China),
A trademark feature of Hartman Media podcasts are our 'Tenth Episodes' where alternative topics of interest are explored every tenth episode. This provides a diverse mix of programming exploring issues and influential authors like Hannah Holmes (What Is Your Personality Type), Dr. Gary Chapman (The Five Love Languages), Christine Hassler (Manage Your Expectations), Sam Carpenter (Work the System), Chuck Gallagher (Second Chances), John J. Murphy (Zentrepreneur), and Robert Greene (Mastery).
Topics explored at depth by the American Monetary Association include Bitcoin, digital currencies, investing, corporate tax inversions, crowdfunding, inflation, the Federal Reserve, student loan debt, monetary policy, economic challenges facing generation Y, solar energy, 3D printing, medical technology, US dollar, currency exchange, plunging bond rates, personal and commercial bankruptcy, the cost of a college education, digital banking, the American dream, capital gains taxes, asset protection, gold and silver, commodities markets, precious metals, investing tips, structural and personal unemployment, bank regulations, regulatory reform, emerging markets, shadow banking, social media, derivatives, mobile commerce, government regulation, housing market, identity theft, cyber currencies, mortgage lenders, investment properties, VA loans, gold standard, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, online auctions, landlord tenant conflicts, tax lien investing, tax law, retirement, contract law, stagflation, home loans, real estate scams, renters, reverse mortgages, foreclosures, euro, European Union, ECB, European Central Bank, the US housing market, micro lending, online security, cyber security, online banking, digital banking, outsourcing, online shopping, Amazon, Apple, Facebook, Twitter, JP Morgan, short sales, austerity, forex, monetary systems, budget surplus, budget deficits, tax cuts, solar energy, consumer debt, consumer price index, property investing, high frequency trading, interest rates, college tuition, cashless societies, credit card debt, credit monitoring, credit ratings, currency trading, refinancing, federal stimulus, financial independence, financial planning, financial literacy, economic growth, economic development, Wall Street, IPO, IRS, Internal Revenue Service, IMF, International Monetary Fund, mobile banking, Elliot Wave Theory, free trade, underwater homeowners, foreign investing, oil prices, entrepreneurship, Equifax, federal budget, Keynes, Keynesian, fiat currency, financial scams, global economy, gold standard, income tax, and foreign investment.
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Jul 15, 2020 • 30min
341: Gold & Dollar Milkshake Brent Johnson, Santiago Capital
What is the "dollar milkshake theory"? Brent Johnson joins Jason Hartman to share his ideas and concepts on macroeconomics. Particularly, what's the strength of the U.S. dollar, and how does it compare to gold and other currencies? Brent also shares his thoughts on modern monetary theory and the possibility of its presence in the future, and potential problems. Brent Johnson also discusses the broad term currency as it pertains to gold, the U.S. dollar, and many other currencies around the world. Brent shares his views on gold and the role it plays. As well, Brent and Jason discuss what is needed for money to be loaned into existence. Key Takeaways: [2:00] Dollar milkshake theory. [4:00] Discussing MMT Modern Monetary Theory [5:30] Until a new system is designed, there is no place to go, other than the U.S. dollar. [9:10] Does MMT work or is a pipe-dream? [12:35] Let's talk about gold and the role it plays. [19:00] Because money is loaned into existence, you need monetary velocity or credit expansion to be taking place. [22:00] What about military tensions? [26:45] How delicate is our economy that corporate giants need bailouts as bad as family-owned restaurants? Websites: SantiagoCapital.com twitter: @santiagoaufund www.JasonHartman.com www.JasonHartman.com/properties Jason Hartman Quick Start Jason Hartman PropertyCast (Libsyn) Jason Hartman PropertyCast (iTunes)

Jul 11, 2020 • 26min
340: We're All in This Together & Focus on the Good Stuff by Mike Robbins
Mike Robbins joins us for some important lessons in mental health and dealing with grief. We are all grieving together, for ourselves and for those that surround us. It's time to stop, pause, and reflect. How can we focus on the moment? Key Takeaways: [1:30] Mike Robbins, the author of five books, Focus on the Good Stuff, Be Yourself Everyone Else is Already Taken, Nothing Changes Until You Do, and, Bring Your Whole Self to Work [5:45] Perspective is important, and when we are in the middle of something, it's difficult to have perspective on it [7:30] Even though it may not seem like it right now, you have more than this requires [8:15] If we are experiencing difficulty the common element is that we are focusing internally instead of externally [11:30] The world has intervened in a way, and forced all of us to stop, pause, and reflect [17:30] How do we focus on the moment? [23:30] You can control your attitude and you can control your effort, everything else is some form of out of your control Websites: Mike-robbins.com 1-800-Hartman www.JasonHartman.com

Jul 4, 2020 • 37min
339: Harry Dent Rants, Coronavirus Cover-Up, China Peaked
Jason Hartman with guest, Harry Dent, for the rant of the year! "This is a bubble that is waiting to pop," says Dent as he opens up about the Coronavirus just being a cover for some underlying economic issues. "This is much worse than a debt-bubble; it's a financial asset bubble." Harry speaks on his thoughts about gold, cryptocurrency, and inflation. Specifically, asset vs. consumer inflation. What causes inflation? What's to be expected in the future when it comes to commercial real estate? What will happen to the once sought after McMansions? Key Takeaways: [1:30] This is a bubble that was waiting to pop, and Coronavirus was just the cover. [2:00] All of this money printing does not stop the virus. [6:00] There is no going back to normal after 25% of restaurants, and some areas closed down. [12:45] China has already hit its peak. They're going to have trouble keeping up with India. [14:30] What is Harry Dent's opinion on cryptocurrency, bitcoin? [17:45] Gold correlates with one thing, inflation. [19:30] Money printing doesn't necessarily cause inflation. [20:30] What does cause inflation? [23:15] Asset vs. consumer inflation, that's the bubble. [25:00] This is way worse than the debt bubble; this is a financial asset bubble. [29:30] Commercial real estate and McMansions will collapse while the 3/2 will go on to thrive. [35:00] The first billionaires were born of the great depression. Websites: HarryDent.com JasonHartman.com/Webinar www.JasonHartman.com www.JasonHartman.com/properties Jason Hartman Quick Start Jason Hartman PropertyCast (Libsyn) Jason Hartman PropertyCast (iTunes)

Jul 1, 2020 • 36min
338: Small Town Currency, Inflation/Deflation Shell Game, Suburban Bidding Wars
Not a cryptocurrency, but a COVID-Currency. Jason Hartman shares news of a small town in Washington that has created their own local currency, something that hasn't been used since the Great Depression. And as always, it's good to ask, "compared to what?" This letter home from a college student couldn't illustrate this principle more clearly when it comes to gaining perspective. Let's step back in time for a lesson on the inflation/deflation shell game. Lastly, Jason talks about the wildly unsurprising news that the bidding wars for homes have left the big cities and moved largely to the burbs. Key Takeaways: [1:00] Let's not forget to ask one of life's most important questions. [2:45] A letter home from a college student, further illustrating the strength of the question, "compared to what?" [5:40] A small town in Washington is printing its own currency during the pandemic. [12:45] House hunters are swarming the villages and rural communities outside of NYC. [15:15] Predictions of housing purchases in the suburbs rising faster than those of the cities. [16:45] The bidding war has moved to the burbs. [22:40] From an Alexa Flash Briefing, The Inflation/Deflation Shell Game. [32:45] Playing some inflationary hypotheticals. Websites: JasonHartman.com/Webinar www.JasonHartman.com www.JasonHartman.com/properties Jason Hartman Quick Start Jason Hartman PropertyCast (Libsyn) Jason Hartman PropertyCast (iTunes)

Jun 26, 2020 • 19min
337: The American Boomerang, World's Greatest 'Turnaround' Nation Will Do It Again by Nick Adams, Liberty & American Greatness, Townhall.com, Centennial Institute
Jason Hartman speaks with a four-time best-selling author, and motivational speaker, Nick Adams. Today, they discuss how the U.S. will turn it around, and continue to be the greatest country in the world. How would things be different if Churchill had not been around, and what similarities can we draw comparing him to Trump? Book: Trump Vs Churchill, Defenders of Western Civilization by Nick Adams Key Takeaways: [3:30] How will the U.S. turn it around? [6:30] Is the United States of America living up to its potential? [9:00] How things would've been different had Churchill not have been around. [10:20] Comparing Trump to Churchill. [16:25] Never bet against America Websites: NickAdamsUSA.com www.JasonHartman.com Jason Hartman Quick Start Jason Hartman PropertyCast (Libsyn) Jason Hartman PropertyCast (iTunes)

Jun 25, 2020 • 35min
336: Mortgage Credit Availability MCAI, Migration with Evan Moffic
The key is to take action, but the purpose of today's show is to explain why the actions we take make sense. Jason Hartman and Evan Moffic discuss the mortgage credit availability index, MCAI, and affordability. What has changed since 2004? Why would one wait and try to time the market? What's the opportunity cost of timing the market? Key Takeaways: [3:00] Discussing the opportunity cost of lost money by waiting and trying to time the market. [4:00] Diving into the affordability index and the MCAI [9:20] Mortgage Credit Availability Index MCAI [10:00] Affordability = mortgage payments vs income [12:30] Show recommendation, America In Color [14:00] Watching the index move, in hindsight, from 2004 to 2019. What can we learn and expect? [22:00] At some point, you want to be satisfied. [24:15] "Successful people are willing to do things that unsuccessful people are unwilling to do." [30:00] Choose your company well. Websites: JasonHartman.com JasonHartman.com/properties Jason Hartman PropertyCast (Libsyn) Jason Hartman PropertyCast (iTunes) 1-800-HARTMAN

Jun 19, 2020 • 27min
335: The Dao of Capital, Investing in a Distorted World by Mark Spitznagel
Position or Profit? Position yourself for the rise of suburbia. With several contributing factors for people migrating away from mid-rise and high-rise condos, suburbia looks better and better. Jason Hartman shares real estate investing strategies that have proven effective for decades. However, current events have made these strategies more appealing. Investment Counselor, Doug, shares supporting investment tips based on the book, The Dao of Capital by Mark Spitznagel. Books: The Dao of Capital by Mark Spitznagel Key Takeaways: [1:00] Investment Counselor, Doug [1:30] Discussing, The Dao of Capital, Investing in a Distorted World, Mark Spitznagel [3:00] Instead of focusing on profit, focus on your position. [7:00] Discussing strategies like searching for weak companies [11:00] When you have population migrations it puts upward pressure on both price and rents [14:30] The demand for sub 250k homes goes up, as 2.3 million potentially leave mid and high-rise condos. [20:00] Dollar-cost averaging, the Spitznagel way. [22:00] Timing the market, people often forget to calculate the cash that they lose by waiting. [24:00] People buy a house because the payment is affordable, not the price. Websites: JasonHartman.com JasonHartman.com/properties Jason Hartman PropertyCast (Libsyn) Jason Hartman PropertyCast (iTunes) 1-800-HARTMAN

Jun 17, 2020 • 28min
334: Consuelo Mack WealthTrack PBS, The Wall Street Journal Report
Consuelo Mack of Wealth Track on PBS joins the show today to elaborate on the effects of the non-discriminatory Coronavirus. She expects to see two economic waves from this, and the second has yet to hit. Find out where she, unlike many others, recommends that you invest. Key Takeaways: [1:30] Yes, this pandemic is non-discriminating, but a great takeaway is how lucky we are in America. Now is a time for most to reevaluate their personal, and professional lives. [4:00] Expecting two waves in the economy. First, the shock and stop. Second, the aftershock and termination of employees. [5:00] Cash reserves are extremely valuable in times of crisis. [6:00] Cash is not trash! [7:45] The value of liquidity can not be underestimated at times like this. [12:00] People are already taking action to leave high-density areas. [17:20] Reverse mortgages [23:15] What role does FinTech play in all of this? Websites: WealthTrack.com JasonHartman.com JasonHartman.com/Ask Jason Hartman PropertyCast (Libsyn) Jason Hartman PropertyCast (iTunes) 1-800-HARTMAN

Jun 12, 2020 • 42min
333: What's Next for Bitcoin, Real Estate Strategic Investing, Mark Moss
Jason Hartman talks with guest, Mark Moss, who believes in fully diversifying your investment portfolio. Mark shares his strategy on investing in gold, stocks, real estate, and even cryptocurrency. All of his strategy leads back to the idea that cashflow is the name of the game. Bitcoin does not need to be the global currency to have weight and validity. From game-theory to understanding what gives the currency its value, Mark shares what he knows about investing across the board. Key Takeaways: [1:30] The smartest people in the world know that they don't know. [3:00] Cashflow is always the name of the game, but I don't forget about investing for growth. [7:00] Determine your own tolerance for risk. [9:45] Understanding money creating, through debt. [11:25] Since 1971, our standard unit of value has been severed. [14:00] Fake wealth vs creating wealth [17:00] Shifting to Cryptocurrencies [19:00] Shifting to Cryptocurrencies [22:20] Will cryptos lead to a separation of money and state? [26:00] There shall never be sound money again until it is taken from the government. [29:10] Understanding the bitcoin halving. [32:30] While bitcoin may be limited, Cryptos, in general, have no limit? Websites: 1markmoss.com/ Mark Moss On Youtube JasonHartman.com JasonHartman.com/Ask Jason Hartman PropertyCast (Libsyn) Jason Hartman PropertyCast (iTunes) 1-800-HARTMAN

Jun 9, 2020 • 40min
332: 'Plandemic' Investing, Jim Puplava Financial Sense Newshour
Jim Puplava joins today's show with much to talk about the supply chain disruption, and what's to come of it. Jim says that business innovation is a must, and it looks as though companies like Walmart have already started making changes. These efficiencies aren't only applicable in pandemic times, these strategies will prove to benefit businesses and patrons while we shelter-in-place or not. Jim Puplava's interview is continues with a discussion on inflation or stagflation, where do we see the immediate future of the U.S.? As well, Jim shares some interesting concepts about cryptocurrency, why it might be used, and why it might be rejected. Finally, Jim answers why negative interest rates cause a problem with cash. Key Takeaways: Jim Puplava [1:00] The supply chain has been disrupted. While it will take some time to correct, some of it will be beneficial. [3:00] Inflation is a lot more money chasing fewer goods and services. [10:40] Still singing the "creative destruction" tune. Business innovation is a must. [11:45] The oil market, and the perfect storm. [17:15] Is our future inflationary or stagflationary? [24:20] Jim, what do you think about cryptocurrency? [26:35] Why do negative interest rates cause a problem with cash? [30:48] In the U.S., what's the result of our debt to GDP ratio getting out of line? Websites: FinancialSense.Com JasonHartman.com JasonHartman.com/Ask 1-800-HARTMAN


