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How Middle East Tensions Are Redefining Gold’s Role in Global Finance 

In this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes sits down with Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve and former U.S. Mint Director, and Brad Chastain, Director of Education for U.S. Money Reserve, to explore the rising tensions in the Middle East and the far-reaching economic consequences. The conversation explores how conflict in the region is fueling market uncertainty, adding pressure to the Federal Reserve’s policy decisions, and accelerating a global shift in monetary strategy. Central banks—facing sanctions, inflation, and currency instability—are increasingly turning to gold not just as a reserve, but as a tool for managing national economic policy. 

The episode also dives into how gold is gaining ground over traditional safe havens like U.S. Treasuries and the dollar. With a fundamental transformation underway in global trade, financial flows, and monetary policy, the guests explain why gold is emerging as a strategic asset at the center of this evolving global order. 

Contact U.S. Money Reserve today to learn how precious metals can help strengthen, protect, and prepare your financial strategy for the challenges of a rapidly changing global landscape. 

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The Fed Under Pressure: Influence, Independence, and Market Fallout

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As tensions rise between the Federal Reserve and the White House, gold is once again in the spotlight. On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes sits down with Philip N. Diehl—President of U.S. Money Reserve and former Director of the U.S. Mint—and Brad Chastain, Managing Director and Global Head of Research, to break down the growing political pressure surrounding Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and why it matters for investors.

Year in Review: How Gold Broke Out in 2025

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On this special year-in-review 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, and Brad Chastain, U.S. Money Reserve’s Director of Education, to revisit the defining moments that shaped gold’s breakout performance in 2025. 

Silver Surge: The Case for Diversifying With Multiple Precious Metals

Silver Surge: The Case for Diversifying With Multiple Precious Metals

On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes welcomes 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, to break down silver’s remarkable run and what’s fueling its momentum. 

The Gift of Gold: Smart Gifting & Tax Considerations for 2025 

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On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes welcomes 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 explore why gold continues to play a meaningful role during the holiday season—from traditional gifts to strategic IRA decisions. 

The End of the Penny: The Inside Story From a Former U.S. Mint Director 

The End of the Penny: The Inside Story From a Former U.S. Mint Director 

On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes welcomes Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve and former Director of the U.S. Mint, for a behind-the-scenes look at why the penny is coming to an end—and what that means for the country. 

How We Got Here: The 50-Year Mortgage and the Cost-of-Living Spiral

How We Got Here: The 50-Year Mortgage and the Cost-of-Living Spiral

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, and Brad Chastain, U.S. Money Reserve’s Director of Education. Together, they examine the growing conversation around 50-year mortgages and what this unusual proposal says about affordability in today’s economy.

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