2026-03-09 Debt, Bubbles, and Bullion: Is the Next Financial Shock Closer Than We Think?

About this episode

The episode discusses the risks in the U.S. financial system and strategies for investors amid economic uncertainty.

Is the U.S. economy heading toward a major market correction? In this episode of the Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio podcast, host Dennis Tubbergen sits down with economist and Midweek Reality Check host Michael Pento to discuss the growing risks in today’s financial system. They break down the massive U.S. national debt, potential bubbles in the stock market, bonds, and real estate, and the role the Federal Reserve plays in driving inflation and monetary policy. The conversation also explores why central banks are buying gold, the outlook for precious metals like gold and silver, and how investors can protect their portfolios during economic uncertainty. Plus, Dennis explains the latest warning from the Congressional Budget Office about Social Security’s projected shortfall and what it could mean for future retirees. This episode is essential listening for anyone interested in economic outlook, investing strategies, inflation, and retirement planning. Michael Pento is the President and Founder of Pento Portfolio Strategies, with more than 27 years of investment experience. He was the portfolio creator and consultant to Delta/Claymore's commodity portfolios that raised more…

People in this episode

Host: Dennis Tubbergen

Guest: Michael Pento

Topics covered

• U.S. economy
• market correction
• national debt
• financial risks
• inflation
• precious metals
• retirement planning

Keywords

• debt
• bubbles
• bullion
• inflation
• Social Security
• investing strategies
• economic outlook

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Pento Portfolio Strategies, Congressional Budget Office

Books & works: The Coming Bond Market Collapse, The Mid-Week Reality Check

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