Episode 265 – Will Federal Government Debt Destroy the Dollar? (Podcast)

Episode 265 – Will Federal Government Debt Destroy the Dollar? (Podcast)

May 7, 2026

About this episode

The episode discusses the implications of federal government debt on the U.S. economy with insights from former U.S. Comptroller General David Walker.

Today’s podcast is titled “Will Federal Government Debt Destroy the Dollar?” First recorded in 2024, host Dennis McCuistion is joined by David Walker, former U.S. Comptroller General and head of the Government Accountability Office, for a discussion about America’s mounting fiscal crisis as federal debt reaches $34 trillion and threatens the nation’s economic future. Walker emphasizes that the real concern isn’t just the debt amount but the debt-to-GDP ratio, which stands at 120% and is projected to reach 192% within 30 years. Listen now, and don’t forget to subscribe to get updates for the Free To Choose Media Podcast.

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