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Retirement Lifestyle Advocates
Hosted by Dennis Tubbergen · EN
Welcome to the Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Podcast with best-selling author and syndicated radio host Dennis Tubbergen. Each week, Dennis breaks down the economic forces shaping today’s financial landscape—offering clear, actionable insights to help you navigate markets, cycles, and monetary change with confidence.
Featuring in-depth commentary and expert interviews with leading voices in economics, finance, and public policy.
Explore additional resources, weekly market commentary, and exclusive charts at RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.
Featuring in-depth commentary and expert interviews with leading voices in economics, finance, and public policy.
Explore additional resources, weekly market commentary, and exclusive charts at RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.
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2026-08-10 Gerald Celente Warns: Market Crash, Dollar Crisis & Why Gold and Silver Could Soar
1w ago00:31:54Tap to summarizeGerald Celente is back with a stark warning about the economy, financial markets, the U.S. dollar, and escalating geopolitical conflict. In this episode of Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio, Dennis Tubbergen talks with the longtime publisher of Trends Journal about rising interest rates, mounting government debt, the risks facing the stock market, artificial intelligence, China’s growing economic influence, and why Celente believes geopolitical instability could have major consequences for investors. Celente also explains why he continues to view gold as an important long-term store of wealth and why falling interest rates and a weakening dollar could ultimately push precious metals significantly higher. Before the interview, Dennis examines the changing fundamentals of the silver market. China has tightened control over silver exports while physical demand remains strong and much of the world's silver production comes as a byproduct of mining other metals—making supply difficult to quickly increase. Finally, Dennis examines a politically charged question: Who actually pays America’s income taxes? He reviews tax data concerning high-income taxpayers and explains why proactive tax planning may become increasingly important as policymakers search for additional revenue. If you're concerned about retirement, inflation, precious metals, government debt, taxes, or the future purchasing power of the U.S. dollar, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Gerald Celente is the Founder/Director of the Trends Research Institute and Publisher of the weekly Trends Journal magazine. He is the author of the highly acclaimed and best-selling books “Trend Tracking” and “Trends 2000”. With a 40-year track record of identifying, tracking, and forecasting trends, Celente is world-renowned as today’s #1 Trend Forecaster. Celente, developed the Globalnomic methodology to identify, track, forecast, and manage trends, is a political atheist. Unencumbered by political dogma, rigid ideology, or conventional wisdom, Celente, whose motto is “Think for Yourself,” observes and analyzes current events forming future trends for what they are – not for how he wants them to be. For more information about our guest, Gerald Celente, please visit www.trendsresearch.com. For more information about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates please visit, www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.Retirement Lifestyle Advocates with Dennis TubbergenWeekly economic commentary and expert interviews.Learn more at RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com
Transcribe →2026-08-03 Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio w/ Harry Dent (Replay)
2w ago00:36:41Tap to summarizeOn this week's "Best of Replay" of Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio, Dennis Tubbergen examines new proposals aimed at addressing Social Security's looming funding crisis and explains why many of the proposed solutions could ultimately mean higher taxes and reduced benefits. Then, bestselling economist Harry Dent joins the program to share his controversial outlook on today's economy. Dent explains why he believes demographics—not politics—are the biggest driver of economic cycles, why current stock and real estate valuations may be the most extreme in history, and what investors should consider if his predictions prove correct. The episode concludes with an important discussion about America's gold reserves, Fort Knox, and why some continue to question whether a full independent audit is long overdue. Whether you agree with Harry Dent or not, this conversation will challenge conventional thinking about investing, retirement planning, government debt, and preserving wealth. Harry Dent is internationally recognized for the accuracy of his economic forecasts and is the author of the #1 best-selling book, Zero Hour. He’s appeared on “Good Morning America,” PBS, CNBC, CNN, and Fox News. He’s been featured in Barron’s, Investor’s Business Daily, Entrepreneur, Fortune, Success, U.S. News and, World Report, Business Week, The Wall Street Journal, American Demographics and Omni. He is a regular guest on Fox Business’s “America’s Nightly Scorecard.” To learn more about Harry Dent and subscribe to his free newsletter, please visit https://harrydent.com/. To learn more about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit our website at www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.Retirement Lifestyle Advocates with Dennis TubbergenWeekly economic commentary and expert interviews.Learn more at RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com
Transcribe →2026-07-27 Harry Dent Predicts a Historic Market Crash: Should Investors Prepare?
3w ago00:36:26Tap to summarizeIs the U.S. headed toward the biggest financial reset in modern history? This week on Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio, Dennis Tubbergen examines new proposals aimed at addressing Social Security's looming funding crisis and explains why many of the proposed solutions could ultimately mean higher taxes and reduced benefits. Then, bestselling economist Harry Dent joins the program to share his controversial outlook on today's economy. Dent explains why he believes demographics—not politics—are the biggest driver of economic cycles, why current stock and real estate valuations may be the most extreme in history, and what investors should consider if his predictions prove correct. The episode concludes with an important discussion about America's gold reserves, Fort Knox, and why some continue to question whether a full independent audit is long overdue. Whether you agree with Harry Dent or not, this conversation will challenge conventional thinking about investing, retirement planning, government debt, and preserving wealth. Harry Dent is internationally recognized for the accuracy of his economic forecasts and is the author of the #1 best-selling book, Zero Hour. He’s appeared on “Good Morning America,” PBS, CNBC, CNN, and Fox News. He’s been featured in Barron’s, Investor’s Business Daily, Entrepreneur, Fortune, Success, U.S. News and, World Report, Business Week, The Wall Street Journal, American Demographics and Omni. He is a regular guest on Fox Business’s “America’s Nightly Scorecard.” To learn more about Harry Dent and subscribe to his free newsletter, please visit https://harrydent.com/. To learn more about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit our website at www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.Retirement Lifestyle Advocates with Dennis TubbergenWeekly economic commentary and expert interviews.Learn more at RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com
Transcribe →2026-07-20 The Next Financial Crisis? Ed Dowd on Inflation, Stablecoins, CBDCs & the Market Warning Signs
4w ago00:32:04Tap to summarizeIs America heading toward another major financial crisis? In this week's episode of RLA Radio, Dennis Tubbergen examines why persistent government deficit spending—not interest rates—is the real driver of inflation and why the Federal Reserve may have fewer tools than many believe. Then, former BlackRock portfolio manager Ed Dowd joins the program to discuss the growing role of stablecoins, the future of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), universal basic income, recession risks, and how investors can prepare for what may be an increasingly volatile economic landscape. Dennis also highlights several market warning signals, including insider stock selling, elevated valuations, and rising foreclosure activity that every investor should understand. Edward Dowd is a numbers guy who sniffed out Wall Street’s game—he ran a $14 billion equity growth fund at BlackRock before he walked. Now, he's living on the beautiful island of Maui, working as an independent economic & investment analyst and co-founder of Phinance Technologies, still digging into what’s real. His bestselling book, Cause Unknown, threw a wrench in the pandemic story—sudden deaths, economic fallout, stuff they won’t touch. He’s not parroting the suits; he’s mapping the looming debt crisis and what’s coming. To learn more about our guest, Ed Dowd, visit www.eddowd.com. To learn more about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit our website at www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.Retirement Lifestyle Advocates with Dennis TubbergenWeekly economic commentary and expert interviews.Learn more at RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com
Transcribe →2026-07-13 Japan's Fiscal Meltdown, America's Healthcare Crisis & Why a Monetary Reset May Be Closer Than You Think
Jul 1300:34:19Tap to summarizeIs the global financial system approaching a breaking point? This week on RLA Radio, Dennis Tubbergen examines the warning signs emerging from Japan's rapidly deteriorating economy and explains why the United States may be following a similar path. From collapsing currencies and rising interest rates to growing concerns over inflation and government debt, Dennis explores why many economists believe a financial reset is becoming increasingly difficult to avoid. Joining the program is Brownstone Institute founder Jeffrey Tucker for an in-depth discussion on the unraveling of America's healthcare system, skyrocketing medical insurance costs, declining workforce participation, Federal Reserve policy, and the growing appeal of socialism among younger generations. The episode concludes with a fascinating look at the Founding Fathers' views on gold, silver, and paper money—and what their warnings may mean for investors today. If you're concerned about protecting your wealth, understanding today's economic landscape, and preparing for what may lie ahead, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Jeffrey A. Tucker is the Founder and President of the Brownstone Institute and the author of many thousands of articles in the scholarly and popular press and ten books in 5 languages, most recently publisher of Blindsight in 2020. He is also the editor of The Best of Mises. He speaks widely on topics of economics, technology, social philosophy, and culture. For more information about our guest, Mr. Jeffrey A. Tucker, please visit https://brownstone.org. For more information about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit https://retirementlifestyleadvocates.com.Retirement Lifestyle Advocates with Dennis TubbergenWeekly economic commentary and expert interviews.Learn more at RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com
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2026-07-06 Warning Signs Are Flashing: Carl Denninger on Jobs, AI, Debt & the Next Market Reckoning
Jul 600:31:41Tap to summarizeAre today's record-high stock prices masking deeper economic problems? In this episode of RLA Radio, Dennis Tubbergen welcomes economist and Market-Ticker founder Carl Denninger for an in-depth discussion of the latest jobs report, record margin debt, rising interest rates, and the growing risks facing the U.S. economy. Carl explains why weakening employment trends, mounting government debt, and excessive market speculation could be laying the groundwork for the next major financial downturn. The conversation also explores whether today's AI investment boom resembles previous market bubbles, why healthcare costs remain a critical fiscal challenge, and why central banks around the world are steadily reducing their reliance on the U.S. dollar while increasing gold reserves. If you're an investor, retiree, or anyone concerned about the future of the economy, this episode offers valuable insights into the forces shaping the financial landscape. Mr. Karl Denninger is an American technology businessman, finance blogger, author, and political activist, sometimes referred to as a founding member of the Tea Party movement. Mr. Denninger is the author of the book Leverage: How Cheap Money Will Destroy the World. In the book, Denninger presents an inside look at how moneyed and powerful interests debase the dollar through the willful and intentional failure to honestly represent short and long-term mathematical truths that underlie all economic systems. For information about Karl Denninger please visit www.Market-Ticker.org. For more information about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.Retirement Lifestyle Advocates with Dennis TubbergenWeekly economic commentary and expert interviews.Learn more at RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com
Transcribe →2026-06-29 Gold vs. Bitcoin, Federal Reserve Policy, Inflation & Interest Rates Explained
Jun 2900:29:57Tap to summarizeIs the recent pullback in gold and silver just a temporary correction—or the beginning of something bigger? On this week's episode of RLA Radio, Dennis Tubbergen welcomes renowned economist and investment strategist Peter Schiff for an in-depth discussion on Federal Reserve policy under new Chairman Kevin Warsh, the outlook for inflation, rising interest rates, and the future of precious metals. Schiff also explains why he believes Bitcoin's recent decline is far from over, discusses the AI investment bubble, stablecoins, and the mounting risks facing the U.S. Treasury market. If you're concerned about inflation, preserving purchasing power, or protecting your retirement portfolio, this timely conversation offers valuable perspective on today's rapidly changing financial landscape. Peter Schiff is an internationally recognized economist specializing in foreign equity, currency, and gold markets. Mr. Schiff made his name as President and Chief Global Strategist of Euro Pacific Capital. He frequently delivers lectures at major economic and investment conferences and is often quoted in the print media, including the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, L.A. Times, Barron's, BusinessWeek, Time, and Fortune. His broadcast credits include regular guest appearances on CNBC, Fox Business, CNN, MSNBC, and Fox News Channel, as well as hosting his own weekly radio show, Wall Street Unspun. He is also the author of the bestselling books: “The Real Crash”, "Crash Proof," "The Little Book of Bull Moves in Bear Markets," and "Crash Proof 2.0”. To learn more about Peter Schiff, please visit https://schiffgold.com or https://www.europac.com. You can find his books at https://amzn.to/2VX9Ll3. To learn more about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit our website at www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.Retirement Lifestyle Advocates with Dennis TubbergenWeekly economic commentary and expert interviews.Learn more at RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com
Transcribe →2026-06-22 America's Debt Reckoning: Doug Casey on the Fed, Social Security, and the Coming Financial Reset
Jun 2200:25:57Tap to summarizeIn this thought-provoking episode of RLA Radio, Dennis Tubbergen welcomes renowned investor and author Doug Casey for an in-depth discussion on America's mounting debt crisis, Federal Reserve policy, inflation, Social Security's accelerating insolvency, and what these trends could mean for investors and retirees. Together they examine whether the U.S. has passed the point of no return, why government debt continues to grow, the future of interest rates, and how individuals can prepare for potential economic turbulence. Dennis also shares his perspective on possible Social Security reforms, retirement planning, and proactive tax strategies that can help protect wealth in an increasingly uncertain financial environment. Best-selling author, world-renowned speculator, and libertarian philosopher Doug Casey has garnered a well-earned reputation for his erudite (and often controversial) insights into politics, economics, and investment markets. Doug wrote the book on profiting from periods of economic turmoil; his book “Crisis Investing” spent weeks as #1 on the New York Times bestseller list. He has been a featured guest on hundreds of radio and TV shows, including David Letterman, Merv Griffin, Charlie Rose, Phil Donahue, Regis Philbin, Maury Povich, NBC News, and CNN; has been the topic of numerous features in periodicals such as Time, Forbes, People, and the Washington Post; and is a regular keynote speaker at FreedomFest, the world’s largest gathering of free minds. For information about Doug Casey please visit InternationalMan.com. For more information about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit https://retirementlifestyleadvocates.com.Retirement Lifestyle Advocates with Dennis TubbergenWeekly economic commentary and expert interviews.Learn more at RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com
Transcribe →2026-06-15 The Great Bifurcation: Inflation, AI, Bitcoin, and the Future of Money
Jun 1500:32:53Tap to summarizeOn this episode of RLA Radio, Dennis Tubbergen welcomes returning guest Mark Jeftovic, founder of Sovereign Capitalist and DollarCollapse.com, for a thought-provoking discussion about the forces reshaping the global economy. They examine the Federal Reserve's efforts to redefine inflation, the explosive growth of artificial intelligence, Bitcoin's evolving role in the financial system, and the growing influence of government intervention in markets. The conversation explores the possibility of universal basic income, central bank digital currencies, AI-driven economic changes, and what investors can do to protect their wealth in an era of monetary debasement. Dennis also shares insights on the Social Security funding crisis, the rapid expansion of the money supply, and why owning hard assets may become increasingly important in the years ahead. Mark E. Jeftovic Mark is a 30-year veteran of the Internet, the co-founder & CEO of easyDNS Technologies, a Toronto-based web services company, and the author of two books about the internet; Unassailable: Protect Yourself from Cancel-Culture, and Deplatform Attacks, and other Online Disasters. Additionally, Jeftovic authors the blog site bombthrower.com and The CryptoCapitalist Newsletter. To learn more about Mark Jeftovic please visit www.thecryptocapitalist.com or take advantage of his trial newsletter offer at http://www.thecryptocapitalist.com/tubbergen. To learn more about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit our website at www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.Retirement Lifestyle Advocates with Dennis TubbergenWeekly economic commentary and expert interviews.Learn more at RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com
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2026-06-08 The Great Financial Reset? Inflation, Oil Shocks, the Dollar, and America's Economic Crossroads
Jun 800:30:07Tap to summarizeIs America heading toward a financial reset? In this episode of RLA Radio, host Dennis Tubbergen welcomes Financial Survival Network founder Kerry Lutz to discuss rising inflation, oil price shocks, the Federal Reserve, U.S. debt, the future of the dollar, AI's impact on government spending, state migration trends, precious metals, Bitcoin, and wealth protection strategies. Learn why wealthy family offices are reducing U.S. dollar exposure, what higher energy prices could mean for consumers, and how investors can prepare for economic uncertainty. If you're interested in inflation, retirement planning, investing, precious metals, cryptocurrency, and protecting your financial future, this episode delivers practical insights and thought-provoking analysis. Kerry Lutz has been a student of Austrian Economics since 1977. While attending Pace University, he stumbled upon an extensive cache of Austrian Economic Literature in a dark, musty, abandoned section of the school’s library. After graduating from The New York Law School, he became an attorney and lifelong serial entrepreneur. In 2010, Kerry gave up most of his other interests to pursue his desire to become a radio show host and founded the Financial Survival Network, whose mission is to help you prosper and thrive in the New Economy. To learn more about Kerry Lutz and subscribe to his free newsletter, please visit http://kerrylutz.com. To learn more about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit our website at www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.Retirement Lifestyle Advocates with Dennis TubbergenWeekly economic commentary and expert interviews.Learn more at RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com
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