The Deficit Delusion Stealing Your Future - John Tamny #6297
Kerry Lutz's--Financial Survival Network
Release Date: 07/09/2025
Kerry Lutz's--Financial Survival Network
Silver has broken through the $40 mark for the first time since 2011, and David Morgan of The Morgan Report joins Kerry Lutz to unpack what it means for investors. David explains why a sustained move above this level could trigger a breakout, and why steady, gradual gains are healthier for the market than sharp spikes. The conversation covers gold’s surge past $3,500, the role of market manipulation and spoofing in shaping price action, and how thin trading volumes can create big swings in silver. David and Kerry also explore shifting investor behavior as more people turn to precious metals...
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Kerry Lutz and Edward Siddell break down the economic forces driving today’s markets and what lies ahead. From Jerome Powell’s signals on interest rates to the shifting dynamics of U.S.–China trade, Siddell explains why he sees The Bullish Forecast taking shape. He predicts a full 1% rate cut over the next year, highlights strategic moves in tariff and visa policy, and points to the opportunities these shifts create for private investment and revenue growth. The conversation also explores the housing market, where locked-in mortgage rates keep many homeowners from moving, yet open doors...
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Wall Street veteran Jim Welsh of MacroTides joins Kerry Lutz to break down why the markets are approaching a secular bear market and why most investors won’t be ready. Jim takes a critical look at the flaws in the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ employment data, exposing how reliance on outdated models has led to inflated job numbers and misleading headlines. He also explains why revisions matter more than initial reports when gauging the real economy. From GDP distortions to speculative excess in options trading, Jim lays out the warning signs of deeper trouble ahead. Drawing on Warren...
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America has lived with a chronic trade deficit since 1974 — and the cost has been staggering. Kerry Lutz and Spencer Morrison unpack how over 60,000 factories have closed and more than 5 million manufacturing jobs have vanished, while nearly $10 trillion has been drained from the U.S. economy through China’s subsidies, intellectual property theft, and unfair trade practices. They reveal how free trade’s short-term benefits have hollowed out the American industrial base, funneled wealth into Wall Street, and left workers behind. The conversation dives into tariffs, reshoring, the paradox...
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Kerry Lutz and Robert Kientz dig into the U.S. government’s new designation of silver, copper, and potash as critical minerals—a move that could fast-track projects and shift the global resource race. Robert explains why silver is the centerpiece of this policy change, pointing to deepening supply shortages, five straight years of mining deficits, and the growing risk of a historic short squeeze. Industry legend Rick Rule also weighs in with insights on where silver could be headed. The discussion exposes how Wall Street banks are sitting on massive short positions, why Eastern markets are...
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In this episode, Kerry Lutz and Gerson Gibbs dive into two forces reshaping America’s future: trade policy and artificial intelligence. Gerson explains how free trade, once a benefit to the U.S., has increasingly been exploited by other nations—making tariffs and stronger negotiations essential to protecting American interests. The conversation then turns to the AI revolution, where both Kerry and Gerson highlight how AI is transforming business operations, regulatory compliance, and even content distribution. While some jobs may be displaced, they argue that AI will ultimately create new...
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In this exclusive Financial Survival Network interview, legendary forecaster Martin Armstrong returns with urgent insights into the escalating global economic crisis, the fate of the U.S. and European financial systems, and why gold, Bitcoin, and sovereign debt are entering a new phase of chaos. Armstrong’s Socrates model predicted the timing of the Ukraine war, rising international tensions, and the collapse of public confidence in Western governments. In Part 1, he breaks down: 📌 What You’ll Learn: Why 2025–2027 is the most dangerous window in 300 years of historical cycles...
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Kerry Lutz and John Lott dig into the real drivers of crime and policy in D.C. Lott exposes how weak prosecution and manipulated crime statistics hide the truth about rising crime, emphasizing enforcement over excuses. He highlights the impact of Trump’s deportation policies on reducing crime, while Lutz and Lott debate tariffs — exploring how they can work without sparking inflation and why balanced taxation is crucial to avoid economic disruption. Find John here: Find Kerry here: and here: Kerry's New Book “The World According to Martin Armstrong – Conversations with the Master...
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In this episode, Kerry Lutz and John Rubino dive deep into the hidden forces shaping America’s political landscape. From the unanswered questions surrounding Jeffrey Epstein’s files to revelations about the Obama administration’s role in the Russia investigation, they explore how power, secrecy, and leverage collide at the highest levels. The discussion takes on the implications for Clinton, Obama, and other key players, while raising tough questions about accountability, justice, and the risks of a “banana republic.” They also examine today’s shifting political ground — from...
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Kerry Lutz introduced Darryl Schoon, who shared insights from his 2007 predictions regarding a potential economic collapse, attributing the instability to the Federal Reserve's monetary policies. Darryl compared the U.S. economic approach to that of Britain, emphasizing a more aggressive risk-taking culture in America. He discussed historical parallels with the Great Depression, particularly the role of tariffs in worsening economic downturns, and expressed concerns about the current economic landscape in 2025, suggesting that it bears similarities to past crises. Darryl used a toilet...
info_outlineThe discussion centered on the concept of "deficit delusion," where Kerry Lutz and John Tamny argued that the perceived crisis of government debt is a misinterpretation, attributing the real issue to excessive government resource consumption. John highlighted that government spending limits societal advancement, while Kerry pointed out that the current system facilitates easy borrowing through excessive revenue collection. They characterized the situation as a form of theft through taxation, emphasizing that high levels of government intervention lead to economic inefficiencies and lost opportunities for taxpayers. They suggested that maintaining government spending at historical levels could have significantly enhanced national wealth.
The conversation also explored the relationship between personal mental states and economic perceptions, with John asserting that savings drive economic growth more than consumption. They discussed the importance of individual economic freedom and the detrimental effects of policies that restrict wealth and trade. Kerry advocated for improved economic education, drawing parallels to successful public health campaigns, while John critiqued the dominance of Keynesian thought in economic education.
They further examined the implications of currency stability on economic health, criticizing past administrations for dollar devaluation. The discussion concluded with reflections on the significance of John's upcoming book, "The Deficit Delusion."
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Find Kerry here: http://financialsurvivalnetwork.com/ and here: https://inflation.cafe
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