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Is America’s retirement system really built to serve retirees, or is it built to serve Wall Street?In this episode of Follow the Money, Jerry Robinson welcomes back longtime guest and author Barry James Dyke for a hard-hitting conversation on what Barry calls Wall Street’s retirement trap.Barry, author of The Pirates of Manhattan and The Retirement Ruse, explains why America’s retirement system is failing so many workers and retirees. Jerry and Barry discuss 401(k)s, target-date funds, the 4% withdrawal rule, collective investment trusts, private credit, sequence-of-returns risk, and the need to think more seriously about retirement income.They also discuss Barry’s upcoming book, Black Eyes for BlackRock, and the growing influence of major financial firms over America’s retirement savings.Need a second opinion on your retirement income strategy?Visit FollowTheMoney.com/adviceOr call 800-609-5530Follow Jerry Robinson and Follow the Money:Website: FollowTheMoney.comAdvisor Referral Service: FollowTheMoney.com/advicePodcast: FollowTheMoney.com/podcastX: @ftmdailyDisclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and should not be considered personalized financial advice.
Most people spend decades learning how to build wealth. Very few ever learn how to live on it.In this episode, Jerry Robinson breaks down the shift that almost no one talks about—the transition from accumulation to income. Why the strategy that got you here may not be the one that gets you through retirement… and what actually matters when you begin relying on your money.You’ll learn:Why most investors don’t have a real plan for incomeHow timing and market volatility impact retirement outcomesThe difference between having a portfolio and having a structureWhy every dollar needs a clear roleAnd how to start thinking about your money in a way that reduces risk and increases clarityIn the second segment, Jerry also shares what he’s watching right now in the markets—and why it matters more depending on where you are in your financial journey.If you’ve built something meaningful and want to make sure it actually works when you need it… this episode is for you.
The United States is rapidly approaching $40 trillion in national debt—and there’s no sign of slowing down.In this episode, Jerry Robinson takes a hard look at America’s growing debt crisis and what it really means beneath the surface.From exploding deficits to trillion-dollar interest payments, the numbers are becoming impossible to ignore. And yet, Washington continues spending with little restraint.In this episode:• Why U.S. debt has surged from $9T to nearly $40T• How interest payments are becoming one of the largest federal expenses• The real cost of empire and global military spending• Why inflation is the hidden consequence of runaway debt• Signs that global confidence in the U.S. financial system may be shiftingPlus, Jerry shares his latest market insights, including:• S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 trends• Gold and silver outlook• Bitcoin and crypto sentiment• Oil and U.S. dollar movementsThis episode closes with a sobering reminder about debt, currency, and long-term stability.
Markets are shaking. Oil is rising. Headlines are loud. But the best investors don’t panic. In this episode, Jerry explains why staying the course may be the smartest move you can make right now.
The United States and Israel have launched new strikes on Iran, marking a significant escalation in the Middle East.Officials say the action was necessary. Yet reporting suggests there was no clear evidence of an imminent Iranian attack on the United States.So what is the real threshold for war?In this episode, Jerry breaks down:• The latest facts surrounding the Iran escalation• The long-standing narrative of Iran’s nuclear timeline• The pattern of foreign conflict emerging during periods of domestic pressure• The erosion of congressional war authority since World War II• Why modern wars are often fought without formal declarationsThen, Jerry shifts to the markets:• S&P 500 resilience amid geopolitical tension• Gold, silver, and Bitcoin reactions• Oil and the Strait of Hormuz risk• The U.S. dollar’s role during global stressIn this new episode, Jerry breaks down the facts, the timing, and what markets are signaling.
America is facing a retirement reckoning. A recent survey shows Americans believe they need $2.1 million to retire comfortably. Yet 62% have saved less than $150,000.In this episode, Jerry breaks down:• The structural retirement savings gap• Why wages stopped keeping up with productivity• The Social Security shortfall projected by 2032• Inflation and sequence of returns risk• Longevity and healthcare shock risk• The Five Levels of Financial Freedom• The Three Bucket Strategy for retirement planning• Roth accounts, dividend income, and managing equity exposureRetirement is not an event. It is a long-term risk management strategy.
In this episode of Follow the Money, Jerry Robinson addresses the latest sell-off in precious metals and Bitcoin and explains why volatility is not a sign that something is broken, but the cost of admission in the financial markets.In Segment Two, Jerry is joined by David Keller, CMT, founder of MarketMisbehavior.com, for a conversation on technical analysis, behavioral finance, and how understanding market psychology can help investors stay disciplined when volatility spikes.The episode concludes with a reminder about mental control, patience, and perspective in uncertain markets.
In this episode of Follow the Money, Jerry Robinson takes a hard look at the signs pointing to America’s late-stage empire moment.In Segment One, Jerry connects the dots between soaring national debt, currency debasement, fractured alliances, executive overreach, and rising global resistance to U.S. power. Drawing from history and current geopolitical realities, he explains why no empire lasts forever and why the warning signs are now impossible to ignore. In Segment Two, Jerry shifts to the markets, offering sober commentary on U.S. stocks, gold, silver, Bitcoin, Ethereum, the U.S. dollar, and oil.He also shares three practical strategies he uses to navigate position downtrends without panic, including inverse ETFs, buying put options, and disciplined dollar cost averaging.The episode closes with a powerful reminder from Proverbs 22:7 and a final reflection on debt, freedom, and financial stewardship.Topics covered:The erosion of American economic and political powerNational debt, currency trust, and empire cyclesNATO tensions, Venezuela, and global realignmentMarket positioning during volatilityWhy financial literacy is a form of freedom
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