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

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

Author: Dennis Tubbergen March 9, 2026 Duration: 32:20
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 than $3 billion, distributed through Claymore/Guggenheim's sales network. He produces the weekly podcast “The Mid-Week Reality Check” and is the author of the book “The Coming Bond Market Collapse.” For more information about our guest, Mr. Michael Pento, please visit http://pentoport.com. For more information about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.

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Hosted by best-selling author and syndicated radio host Dennis Tubbergen, Retirement Lifestyle Advocates provides a steady, analytical voice for anyone thinking about their financial future. This isn't about hype or fear; it's a grounded look at the economic currents, market cycles, and monetary policies that directly impact long-term security and planning. Dennis breaks down complex financial news into understandable segments, focusing on what these shifts mean for your personal strategy rather than just the day's headlines. You'll hear detailed commentary and conversations with economists, investment professionals, and policy experts, all aimed at building a practical understanding of how to protect and grow wealth through uncertain times. Tuning into this podcast feels like getting a direct briefing from a seasoned guide who cuts through the noise. The discussions are built on a foundation of decades of experience, offering a perspective that values prudence and evidence over speculation. Whether you're actively managing your portfolio or simply want to comprehend the larger forces at play, the analysis here is designed to provide clarity and actionable context. It’s for those who believe a secure retirement is built on knowledge, not chance, and who appreciate a deep dive into the mechanics of money, markets, and the economy.
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2024-06-09 Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio w/ Alasdair Macleod [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:36
Our interview on RLA Radio this week features Alasdair Macleod, head of research at Goldmoney. Your host, Dennis Tubbergen discusses with MacLeod the state of the US economy and the future of the dollar. Macleod argued t…
2024-06-02 Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio w/ Jeffrey Tucker [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:34
This week on RLA Radio, your host, Dennis Tubbergen, talks with Jeffrey Tucker, founder of The Brownstone Institute, about the history of government control over money and the potential for digital currencies. Tucker exp…
2024-05-19 Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio w/ Jim Rogers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:51
This week, RLA Radio features an interview with investor and author Jim Rogers, where he talks with your host, Dennis Tubbergen, about his views on the global economy, suggesting that the current economic boom, fueled by…
2024-05-12 Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio w/ Karl Denninger [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:19
Karl Denninger joins your host Dennis Tubbergen on this week’s Retirement Lifestyle Advocates radio show. Denninger expressed skepticism about the recent healthy jobs report, noting that many of the jobs added were in he…
2024-05-05 Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio w/ Dr. Charles Nenner [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:42
Our guest this week on Retirement Lifestyle Advocates radio Dr. Charles Nenner, an analyst who uses cycles to analyze markets, predicts a major depression worse than the 1930s is coming. Your host, Dennis Tubbergen, talk…
2024-04-21 Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio w/ Kerry Lutz [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:42
In this week’s Retirement Lifestyle Advocates radio show, host Dennis Tubbergen interviews Kerry Lutz, founder of the Financial Survival Network, who discusses the current economic climate and investment strategies. Lutz…
2024-04-14 Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio w/ Simon Popple [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:45
This week’s interview with your host, Dennis Tubbergen, on RLA Radio, features Simon Popple, a gold investment expert, discussing his views on the current state of the banking sector, commodities, and the real estate mar…
2024-04-07 Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio w/ Harry Dent [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:46
On this week’s episode of Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio with your host Dennis Tubbergen, economist Harry Dent predicts a significant economic downturn in the US, with the government adding a trillion dollars in de…
2024-03-31 Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio w/ Brien Lundin [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:00
In this week’s interview with Dennis Tubbergen on RLA Radio, Brien Lundin, editor of Gold Newsletter and host of the New Orleans Investment Conference, discussed the current state of the global economy. Lundin believes t…
2024-03-17 Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio w/ Kerry Lutz [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:15
In an interview with Kerry Lutz, financial expert Dennis Tubbergen discussed the current state of the economy. Tubbergen believes that the economy is artificially inflated due to government spending and that without this…