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Confessions of an Economic Hitman, John Perkins

Today, we're joined by John Perkins.  John is the author of Confessions of an Economic Hitman along with several other books.  As you'll see there's some disagreement between him and Doug Casey, but the conversation is interesting.    We encourage you to follow John Perkins work at https://johnperkins.org/   If you have questions for an upcoming Q&A, you can submit your questions here: https://AskDoug.formstack.com/forms/q...   Join our email list to get Special reports and upd...

Ancient Greece and America. The parallels of collapsing societies.

Today we get a short history lesson from Doug Casey on Athens and how this once great city-state fell. Plus, the parallels to America today. If you have questions for an upcoming Q&A, you can submit your questions here: https://AskDoug.formstack.com/forms/q... Join our email list to get Doug's essay on the Roman Empire https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas... Connect with us on Telegram: https://t.me/dougcasey FYI- I'm currently testing monetization on this video to see if YT gives u...

Richard Maybury: A depression is inevitable

Today, we're joined by Richard Maybury. Rick is the editor of The Early Warning Report. If you're not currently a subscriber, I'd encourage you to become one today: http://richardmaybury.com/ Today's video is audio only. Join our email list to get special reports and updates from us https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas... Connect with us on Telegram: https://t.me/dougcasey

The White Man's Burden" Adventures in Destructive Foreign 'Aid

Join our email list to get special reports and updates from us https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas...   Connect with us on Telegram:  https://t.me/dougcasey Chapters:  00:00 How Foreign Aid and Charity is Destructive 3:29 How can Africa survive 6:26 White Mans Burden  11:05 $2.3 trillion of foreign aid  16:12 How to solve world poverty  21:31 Rudyard Kipling 27:23 More harm than good  29:43 Institutions and Heads of State as sources of decadence and destruction  35...

Viewer Q&A - El Salvador & Bitcoin, Marriage, Silver and much more.

Today we tackle viewer questions on Biden's mandates, ethical choices, silver, marriage, family, and much, much more.    ADDITIONAL WAYS TO CONNECT WITH US:  Join our email list to get special reports and updates from us https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas...   Connect with us on Telegram:  https://t.me/dougcasey   Chapters:  00:00 Intro 00:13 Where do you draw the line? 04:08 What’s Doug Gonna Do? 04:39 Ethical Clarity 05:49 The Frog in Boiling water 07:17 Aust...

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Walter Block on Liberty, Economics, and so much more

Today Doug Casey is joined by Walter Block an American Austrian School economist and anarcho-capitalist. He's a professor of Economics at the School of Business at Loyola University New Orleans, and is a senior fellow at the Mises Institute.     Walter and Doug have been friends for 40 years.    ADDITIONAL WAYS TO CONNECT WITH US:  Connect with us on Telegram:  https://t.me/dougcasey   Email list: https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas...   Chapters:  00:00:00 Introducti...

Real Life Communities plus in defense of Al Swearengen

People are learning the value of being surrounded by like-minded people.  And some think the solution is building a community.   In the second half of today's episode, we talk about how to do it right.    But first, what was the best time in history to be alive and why Doug is a fan of Deadwood's Al Swearengen   Chapters   00:00:00 Introduction  00:02 What time period in history would you want to live? 4:40 Al Swearengen  13:35 Deadwood  14:25 Yellowstone 17:11 Economic...

New Lockdowns? Plus, other questions from viewers

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO CONNECT WITH US:  Connect with us on Telegram:  https://t.me/dougcasey   Email list: https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas...   Chapters:  00:00:00 Introduction  00:02 Uruguay adopting a "green pass" 8:54 Exporting silver to Japan 10:28 Pilgrims Society 11:33 How Doug accumulated wealth  19:37 Islands around Italy 21:20 Thailand  22:55 Finish schools  23:58 Suriname 27:26 Safety in Panama or Uruguay  33:39 Afghanistan, how was it taken ove...

The dangers of FedCoin and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDC)

Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) are coming. And when they arrive they could result in the total collapse of human freedom. To learn more about Marco Wutzer's newsletter and hedge fund connect with him here: https://www.marcowutzer.com/ ADDITIONAL WAYS TO CONNECT WITH US: Connect with us on Telegram: https://t.me/dougcasey Email list: https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas...

Marc Victor and the Live and Let Live Movement

Today we're joined by a criminal defense attorney and long-time advocate for liberty, Marc Victor. Marc is launching a new movement and he wants you to be part of it. Doug and I aren't exactly joiners, but we were convinced that Marc is on to something. The Live and Let Live Movement: https://www.liveandletlive.org/

The Fall Afghanistan and what it means for the US.

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO CONNECT WITH US:  Connect with us on Telegram:  https://t.me/dougcasey   Email list: https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas...   Chapters   00:00:00 Introduction  0:14 Afghanistan  2:11 Afghans support the Taliban  5:14 Woke aren’t anti-war 7:25 Worthless CIA  10:41 Berger  14:32 Fall of Saigon repeat  16:31 The man who would be king  19:37 The Fed is the US Afghan Army  22:18 Economic realities  24:20 Food stamps increase by 25%  28:40...

The strange connection between Rome & Christianity and the US & Wokism

You've heard a lot about how the US is similar to Ancient Rome.  But, you've probably not heard the strange connection we discuss today.   This episode is likely to upset some of you.  That's not our intention, of course.  Instead, we're exploring an idea that helps us better understand what we're facing today.    We'd love to hear your feedback in the comments below.     If you're interested in receiving Doug's essay on the collapse of the Roman Empire, join our email list and I'll ...

Doug Responds to Woke-Olympics ad

Doug Casey watches and reacts to a new woke advertisement. Plus, we discuss the power of financial independence.   ADDITIONAL WAYS TO CONNECT WITH US: Connect with us on Telegram: https://t.me/dougcasey Email list: https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas...     SHOW LESS    

Ask Me Anything with Doug Casey

Doug Casey answers your questions about investing, travel, and much more in today's AMA.    ADDITIONAL WAYS TO CONNECT WITH US:  Connect with us on Telegram:  https://t.me/dougcasey   Email list: https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas... CHAPTERS:   00:00 Introduction  00:02 Show up at a protest? 3:07 Long term wealth preservation 4:40 Mandalorian? 5:40 Canada to Mexico  8:11  Languages to learn 11:36 Carbon streaming 14:41 Bail in? 18:16 long distance phyle ...

CDC Extends Eviction Moratorium. Is this the end of private Property?

The Supreme Court ruled that the CDC's Eviction Moratorium was illegal.  But, that didn't stop them from extending it.  How big of an impact will this move have and what does it mean for private property rights going forward?   ADDITIONAL WAYS TO CONNECT WITH US:  Connect with us on Telegram:  https://t.me/dougcasey   Email list: https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas...   Mentioned in this episode:  https://www.nytimes.com/2021/07/28/op...   https://www.cnbc.com/2021/...

Gary North on Conservatism, Best and Worst Presidents, & What Comes Next

You're in for a treat today as we're joined by the great, Gary North. You can find him at:  http://www.garynorth.com     ADDITIONAL WAYS TO CONNECT WITH US:  Connect with us on Telegram:  https://t.me/dougcasey   Email list: https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas...   00:00:00 Introduction  2:18 History of conservatism  7:41 Worst Presidents in History  11:16 Smartest Presidents  13:04 Next 10 years?  20:35 Nisbet  26:22 Modern Monetary Theory 31:58 What to do...

Viewer Q&A

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The End of the Nation State

In today's episode, we discuss Doug's latest essay published on InternationalMan.com   If you enjoy this episode, please be sure to check out the essay here: https://internationalman.com/articles...   ADDITIONAL WAYS TO CONNECT WITH US:  Connect with us on Telegram:  https://t.me/dougcasey   Email list: https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas...   Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:32 Social Animals 6:08 individual means of production and success during the Industria...

How the Government Plans to Survive (Raven Rock, Book Review)

This episode suffers from internet connection issues. We had to pause the recording and restart a few times. Still, we think you'll find the subject interesting. It turns out, the ultimate 'Prepper' is the US government. In this episode, we discuss a recently read book: 'Raven Rock: The Story of the U.S. Government's Secret Plan to Save Itself--While the Rest of Us Die' https://www.amazon.com/Raven-Rock-Gov...

Skip College this Year and do this instead...

The current "health crisis" might actually be a golden opportunity for the college-bound to explore a totally different approach to life while acquiring valuable skills. ADDITIONAL WAYS TO CONNECT WITH US: Connect with us on Telegram: https://t.me/dougcasey Email list: https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas...

Viewer Q&A - What Would Doug Do?

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO CONNECT WITH US:  Connect with us on Telegram:  https://t.me/dougcasey   Email list: https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas... 00:00:00 Introduction  0:03 Why is it that money goes to money heaven when a borrower defaults? 8:45 Why there are no more tax havens? 11:23 Were a lot of the Hell’s Angels members cops? 12:01 Mexico, Brazil or Costa Rica? 20:27 Why is western civilization overly concerned with material gains?  23:26 Scientists and medical profe...

Lessons From My Biggest Investing Mistakes

In earlier episodes, Doug shared some of his biggest investment winners.  Today, we talk about investments gone wrong and what we learned from them.     Mentioned in this episode:    Hank Johnson was the congressman who asked if the island of Guam could tip over.  Louie Gohmert was the one who suggested changing moon's orbit to fight climate change.   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DHjkt...   Life imitating art as US forces abandon Afghan airbase The Onion in 2011 https://w...

President of Haiti Assassinated. What it means for the future.

Haiti's President was assassinated. In today's episode, Doug shares his experiences in Haiti and tells us what the assassination may mean for the future of Haiti and, perhaps, the rest of the world. ADDITIONAL WAYS TO CONNECT WITH US: Connect with us on Telegram: https://t.me/dougcasey Email list: https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas... 00:00:00 Introduction 3:20 History of Haiti 7:14 Political play 10:58 Spill over to Dominican Republic 13:06 Why and whose next?

Viewer Q&A Important skills, Argentina, entrepreneurship, why democracy?

Today we answer viewer questions.  If you'd like to submit questions for a future episode, join our telegram channel (link below).    ADDITIONAL WAYS TO CONNECT WITH US:  Connect with us on Telegram:  https://t.me/dougcasey   Email list: https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas...   CHAPTERS: 00:00:00 The Fourth of July 5:16 Karens hate fireworks 7:48 How did we become complacent?  11:12 Skills for Success? 16:31 Selling 21:24 Critical Thinking 22:20 Idiocracy 24...

Rick Rule on Gold, Silver, Uranium, Oil, mentoring, and the reddit crowd

Today we are joined by one of the greatest resource investors of all time, Rick Rule.  If you watch this episode, you'll understand exactly why Rick has been so successful.   Plus, Rick Rule shares some specific stocks he likes today.    ADDITIONAL WAYS TO CONNECT WITH US:  Connect with us on Telegram:  https://t.me/dougcasey   Email list: https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas...   Mentioned during this episode:  - Rick's speech on Mentoring and being mentored: https://www....

America Will Break Apart. Will Economics be the catalyst?

In prior episodes, we learned how economic factors were the chief contributor to the American "Civil War".   Today Doug Casey and Matt discuss how economic issues might, once again, factor into a future break up of America.   ADDITIONAL WAYS TO CONNECT WITH US:  Connect with us on Telegram:  https://t.me/dougcasey   Email list: https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas...   Chapters: 00:00:00 Economics as a catalyst 2:07 Doug Casey Fundamental influences  3:42 What will it ...

New Zealand Is Still a Safe-Haven

Not too many people have had a movie made about them, but today's guest has.  Dave Henderson is an entrepreneur, real estate developer, and manages to be philosophically sound despite the fact he's from New Zealand, a country known for its socialist tendencies.    Along with interesting tales of experiences with Doug, Dave tells us why NZ is still an attractive country for people looking for a safe haven.    If you'd like to watch the film about Dave, you can find it here: https://ww...

Why Doug Thinks McAfee did NOT kill himself and more...

Mentioned in this episode:  Rothbard's  Conceived in Liberty https://g.co/kgs/A2PXHt Chasing the Last Laugh: https://g.co/kgs/CvC5hj The Rise and Fall of American Growth: https://g.co/kgs/bfCELy   ADDITIONAL WAYS TO CONNECT WITH US:  Connect with us on Telegram:  https://t.me/dougcasey   Email list: https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas...   Amazon Book Club Link: https://www.amazon.com/abc/detail/amz...   Chapters 00:00:00 Intro  0:37 John McAfee was a Kind...

Shortages are here

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A real-time rewrite of history

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AMA - Doug Answers viewer questions

If you'd like to ask questions for our next Q&A, please join our telegram channel:   ADDITIONAL WAYS TO CONNECT WITH US:  Connect with us on Telegram:  https://t.me/dougcasey   Email list: https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas...   Chapters:   00:00 Intro00:22 The Rwandan Genocide of 1994 6:58 What’s the single greatest investment you’ve made? 12:44 Ottawa Canada 13:29 Value cycles 15:09 Birth Certificate bondage system? 17:25 Australia, UK, or Brazil? 19:29 I...

Wars and Recent Cyber Attacks

What fuels most wars?  Today, we get an uncomfortable history lesson from Doug along with a discussion of the recent cyber attacks on pipelines and food supply chains.    ----- If you get value from the Doug Casey's Take channel, you can reciprocate by donating to us   BTC ADDRESS: bc1qerqcsm9kl2jwv5827mtwymnhsvtrmfqn502zjv   bitcoincash:qz0j2kk40x0yr9qxanz8723ey4r24ewm0cc7w9xfx8   ARRR address zs1udtmwyepxvl76vny9p770u3r7l6xwa6elct5srye3zassre9xj5c0w5zstqkz34k57457f8clqq...

What I'm Buying Right Now and Why

In today's episode, Doug talks about how different asset classes have performed over the last decade and what that might mean about the next decade. In addition, Doug talks about where he'd put his money today and why. Join our email list for some of Doug's specific recommendations. https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas... We encourage you to subscribe to Chris Weber's excellent newsletter here: https://weberglobal.net/

Endgame 2021: FedCoin, Vaccine Passports, Global Tax & More

2021 is looking to be an extraordinary year. Central Bank Digital Currencies, Vaccine Passports, Harmonized global tax rates, and so much more. If you get value from the Doug Casey's Take channel, you can reciprocate by donating to us BTC ADDRESS: bc1qerqcsm9kl2jwv5827mtwymnhsvtrmfqn502zjv bitcoincash:qz0j2kk40x0yr9qxanz8723ey4r24ewm0cc7w9xfx8 ARRR address zs1udtmwyepxvl76vny9p770u3r7l6xwa6elct5srye3zassre9xj5c0w5zstqkz34k57457f8clqq Litecoin ltc1qfj8cnsnhwv4w9c0ndmuzafl7rv2v7qd8x3z6f2 ETH ...

Corrupting distortions are everywhere

Distortion: the act of twisting or altering something out of its true, natural, or original state. Today, Doug and I share some observations on the distortions all around us.   ADDITIONAL WAYS TO CONNECT WITH US: Connect with us on Telegram: https://t.me/dougcasey Email list: https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas...     SHOW LESS    

Doug's recent trip to Mexico, changing mask rules, and being prepared

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Inflation of 15-20% is Coming This Year

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The Coming War with Special Guest Marc Faber

Today we're joined by Marc Faber, Editor and Pulbisher of "The Gloom, Boom & Doom Report".   We strongly encourage you to subscribe to Marc's newsletter here: https://www.gloomboomdoom.com/​   If you get value from the Doug Casey's Take channel, you can reciprocate by becoming a paid member and get special perks too: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEJR...​   OR DONATE TO OUR BTC ADDRESS: bc1qerqcsm9kl2jwv5827mtwymnhsvtrmfqn502zjv   ADDITIONAL WAYS TO CONNECT WIT...

Coming to America, The Old West, and Mediation

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Chauvin, the police, racial division... What are our "leaders" doing?

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Shocking 2025 Deagel Forecast… War, Population Reduction and Collapse

Lockdowns Expand While US State Dept. Discourages International Travel

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On Living Forever, Marriage, and some NEW conspiracy theories

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St. Kitts Passports, USA debt default, Texas Power outage, and more

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The Trend That's changing The World and What To Do.

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Jayant Bhandari: Wokism is NOT what you think it is.

Today we're joined by someone you NEED to know, Jayant Bhandari. As you'll see Jayant delivers totally original insights on the major issues facing western civilization today. Where does wokism actually come from? The surprising positive similarities between the US and East Asia (including China), and what the hysteria & lockdowns look like in India today. Follow Jayant: http://jayantbhandari.com/​ https://twitter.com/JayantBhandari5​ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1Gy...​ ---------...

Ambition, Crime, Options Trading, Brazil, Chile, foreign corps and more.

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Ron Paul and the future of Personal Liberty

Today we're joined by the man who has done more to spread the message of peace and personal liberty than anyone else in my (Matt) lifetime. Connect with us on Telegram: https://t.me/dougcasey​ Doug Casey Phyles: Opportunities to Meet Up in Real Life: https://meetu.ps/c/4LzC8/FWRHs/a​ Email list: https://smith.substack.com/p/doug-cas...​​ 00:00​ Intro 1:31​ Personal Liberty in the era of lockdown 5:58​ The nature of the problem is philosophic 7:46​ How congress has changed 8:5...

Psychological Warfare

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