
America's Gold Authority Podcast
Are you curious about owning physical gold, silver, and other precious metals? America's Gold Authority® Podcast, presented by U.S. Money Reserve, provides information and insights into these tangible assets, exploring their role in preserving wealth and navigating market fluctuations. The experts at U.S. Money Reserve identify and break down key factors influencing gold and precious metal pricing, portfolio strategies, and how to securely acquire and store physical metals. Learn how gold and silver can play a crucial role in portfolio diversification and serve as wealth insurance during times of economic uncertainty. Stay informed with industry-leading analysis, market trends, and insider knowledge from U.S. Money Reserve’s team of trusted authorities, which includes two former Directors of the U.S. Mint, an 18-year veteran in financial and retirement planning education, and seasoned precious-metals professionals.
America's Gold Authority Podcast
Trump, Powell & the Fed: The Risks of Politically Influenced Monetary Policy
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.