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On 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.

In this episode of RLA Radio, Dennis Tubbergen is joined by Peter Schiff, Chief Market Strategist at Euro Pacific Asset Management and founder of Schiff Gold, for a wide-ranging discussion on the future of the U.S. dollar, gold, real estate, and global markets. Key topics include: Why gold and silver remain in long-term uptrends despite recent volatility The accelerating devaluation of the U.S. dollar and its impact on purchasing power Whether the Federal Reserve will return to full-scale quantitative easing The widening “K-shaped” economy and what it means for retirees Why U.S. stocks may rise in dollar terms but decline in real terms (priced in gold) The outlook for real estate amid affordability pressures and policy intervention Why emerging markets could benefit from a weakening dollar Dennis also discusses the growing automation trend at Amazon and how artificial intelligence is reshaping both employment and equity markets. If inflation continues and the dollar weakens further, positioning assets properly may be critical to protecting retirement income. To request Dennis Tubbergen’s 2026 Market Forecast, visit: RequestYourReport.com

Is the U.S. dollar losing credibility? In this episode of Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio, host Dennis Tubbergen sits down with Jeffrey Tucker—founder of the Brownstone Institute and author of Spirits of America—to examine inflation, fiat currency, and the surge in gold and silver prices. Dennis breaks down why deficit spending and money supply growth drive inflation, while Jeffrey explains what’s behind silver’s explosive rise, including industrial demand, physical ownership trends, and declining confidence in fiat currencies. The conversation also explores America’s cultural and political crossroads, from respect for foundational values to the economic consequences of immigration policy and global de-dollarization. If you’re searching for insights on inflation, precious metals investing, the future of the U.S. dollar, and where the economy may be headed next, this episode delivers timely perspective grounded in history and real-world data. 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.

In this episode of RLA Radio, host David Grubb sits down with bestselling author and financial strategist Dennis Tubergen to discuss his latest book, Portfolio Playbook: Investment Strategies for the Current Economy. Dennis explains why traditional investing approaches—especially the widely used 60/40 stock-and-bond portfolio—may no longer work in today’s economic environment. Drawing on historical cycles, inflation dynamics, and current market risks, he breaks down the critical shift investors must make from accumulation to preservation and income planning as retirement approaches. From declining purchasing power and overvalued markets to bonds, gold, AI bubbles, and tangible assets, this conversation offers timely insights and a practical framework for investors seeking stability, growth, and a more secure retirement in an increasingly uncertain financial landscape. Dennis Tubbergen has been working in the financial services industry for over thirty years. He is the CEO of PLP Advisors, a registered investment advisory company, and the host of Retirement Lifestyle Advocates radio. Dennis has authored numerous books for financial advisors and consumers, five of which have been #1 best-sellers on Amazon. You can get a free copy of this month’s Special Report titled “2026 Investing and Economic Outlook” at www.RequestYourReport.com.

2026 Economic Forecast: Dollar Devaluation, Rising Rates, and the Reality Behind Inflation As 2025 comes to a close, host Dennis Tubbergen delivers a clear-eyed and provocative economic forecast for 2026. In this episode of RLA Radio, Dennis explains why ongoing U.S. dollar devaluation is inevitable, how massive government debt refinancing will pressure the Federal Reserve to resume easy-money policies, and why interest rates may continue rising despite Fed rate cuts. He explores the growing divide between two U.S. economies, challenges official inflation metrics using real-world cost comparisons, and outlines why inflation in nominal terms may mask deflation in real terms when assets are priced in gold. Dennis also warns of an increasingly stagflationary environment ahead and shares what investors should consider as the economy moves into a critical turning point in 2026. Dennis Tubbergen has been working in the financial services industry for over thirty years. He is the CEO of PLP Advisors, a registered investment advisory company, and the host of Retirement Lifestyle Advocates radio. Dennis has authored numerous books for financial advisors and consumers, five of which have been #1 best-sellers on Amazon. You can get a free copy of this month’s Special Report titled “2026 Investing and Economic Outlook” at www.RequestYourReport.com. For more information about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates and more free resources, please visit www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.