Episode 132 — The Monetary & AI Shock That Will Change America Forever w/Marty Bent
From the backlash by Rebecca Hargraves, Vincent James, Cameron Magregor, David Reilly
April 6, 2026 · Season 1 · Episode 132
About this episode
The episode discusses the transformative impact of Bitcoin and AI on the American economy and society.
Bitcoin and artificial intelligence are no longer future technologies — they are actively reshaping the economy, politics, and the American way of life. In Episode 132 of The Backlash, Marty Bent joins the show to break down the monetary and technological shock already underway, and what it means for ordinary Americans. We discuss how Bitcoin is emerging as an escape hatch from a failing financial system, why AI is poised to disrupt jobs, institutions, and power structures, and how these twin revolutions are accelerating at the same time. Marty explains why sovereign individuals, parallel systems, and decentralized infrastructure are becoming more important as trust in legacy institutions collapses. We also examine the geopolitical backdrop driving these changes — including the war in Iran, global instability, and the increasing likelihood of economic upheaval at home. How will war, inflation, and technological disruption collide? What happens to the middle class? And what does the future of America look like in a world dominated by Bitcoin and AI? This episode explores the biggest transformation of our lifetime — and how to prepare for what’s coming. Follow Marty's Work…
People in this episode
Hosts: Rebecca Hargraves, Vincent James, Cameron Magregor, David Reilly
Guest: Marty Bent
Topics covered
- Bitcoin
- artificial intelligence
- economic transformation
- geopolitical instability
- financial systems
- job disruption
Keywords
- Bitcoin
- AI
- economic upheaval
- middle class
- geopolitical changes
- financial system
- job disruption
Sponsors
Above Time Coffee Roasters, Atlas Bullion, Idaho Tallow, Antelope Hill Publishing, ODGG Supply
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