Economic Slowdown, Fed Policy, and Gold in a Shifting Global Landscape

On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes is joined by Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve and former Director of the U.S. Mint, to examine troubling economic signals and their potential ripple effects.

Tune in to learn more about:

• Slowing job growth, rising inflation, and the impact of tariffs
• How Federal Reserve interest rate decisions influence mortgages, loans, and government debt
• The mounting national debt and political factors shaping fiscal policy
• Why global tensions, trade policy, and economic cycles often align with increased gold demand

This timely discussion offers clear insight into the forces shaping today’s economy and the role gold has historically played in times of uncertainty.

Discover why U.S. Money Reserve is the top choice for portfolio diversification with government-minted gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. Acknowledged as one of the nation’s largest private precious-metals distributors, U.S. Money Reserve has served more than one million clients and facilitated over $3.3 billion in transactions—guided by the unmatched insight of two former U.S. Mint Directors. U.S. Money Reserve, often hailed as “America’s Gold Authority®,” invites you to learn more: tune in to the America’s Gold Authority® Podcast and request your FREE Gold Ownership Guide by calling 855-306-9301 or visiting https://www.usmoneyreserve.com/portfolio-diversification/ or https://usmr.gold/USMoneyReserve/Website/POD23P.

What Are Stablecoins—and Are They Really Stable?

On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes is joined by Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve and former Director of the U.S. Mint, along with Brad Chastain, U.S. Money Reserve’s Director of Education. Together, they break down stablecoin legislation, how these digital assets function, and the risks they pose to inflation, privacy, and systemic disruption.

Philip and Brad also explore how stablecoins could transform payment systems, create new regulatory challenges, and impact demand for U.S. Treasuries and gold as digital currency adoption expands.

As one of the nation’s largest private distributors of government-issued gold, silver, platinum, and palladium products, U.S. Money Reserve enjoys a unique distinction within the precious metals industry: It’s the only company with two former Directors of the U.S. Mint on its leadership team, providing experience and expertise you won’t find anywhere else. With over a million individual clients served and more than $3.3 billion in trusted transactions, U.S. Money Reserve is a respected industry leader committed to helping Americans achieve the secure and comfortable financial future they deserve. Check out America’s Gold Authority® Podcast and request your FREE Gold Ownership Guide by calling 855-290-2427 or visiting https://usmr.gold/USMoneyReserve/Website/POD22P .

Is the Fed’s Independence at Risk?

On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes is joined by Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve and former Director of the U.S. Mint, along with Brad Chastain, U.S. Money Reserve’s Director of Education. The discussion focuses on rising political influence over the Federal Reserve, including President Trump’s public pressure on Fed Chairman Powell.

Our experts break down why Fed independence matters for economic confidence and how tariffs and the refinancing of short-term debt tie into inflation. They also explore historical examples of political pressures on U.S. monetary policy, and what shifting dynamics in Washington could signal for America’s economic future.

As one of the nation’s largest private distributors of government-issued gold, silver, platinum, and palladium products, U.S. Money Reserve enjoys a unique distinction within the precious metals industry: It’s the only company with two former Directors of the U.S. Mint on its leadership team, providing experience and expertise you won’t find anywhere else. With over a million individual clients served and more than $3.3 billion in trusted transactions, U.S. Money Reserve is a respected industry leader committed to helping Americans achieve the secure and comfortable financial future they deserve. Check out America’s Gold Authority® Podcast and request your FREE Gold Ownership Guide by calling 855-425-2501 or visiting https://usmr.gold/USMoneyReserve/Website/POD21P.