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Doug Casey's Take

Doug Casey's Take

By: Matthew Smith
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Best-selling author, world-renowned speculator, and libertarian philosopher Doug Casey has garnered a well-earned reputation for his controversial insights into politics, economics, and investment markets. Doug literally wrote the book on profiting from periods of economic turmoil. *Crisis Investing* spent weeks as #1 on the New York Times bestseller list and became the best-selling financial book of 1980. He has been a featured guest on hundreds of radio and TV shows, including David Letterman, Merv Griffin, Charlie Rose, Phil Donahue, Regis Philbin, Maury Povich, NBC News, and CNN; has been the topic of numerous features in periodicals such as Time, Forbes, People, and the Washington Post; and is a regular keynote speaker. Economics Personal Finance Political Science Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Initial Thoughts On The Big Beautiful Bill
    Jul 4 2025

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    In this episode, we dive into a wide range of topics, starting with the significance of Independence Day. We then discuss the implications of a newly passed bill touching on farming subsidies, defense spending, and industrial policy. The conversation also covers issues like the privatization of the military, the future of Ukraine, short selling, and the concept of chemtrails. Doug also shares his thoughts on international investing, specifically in Bolivia and Japan, while addressing questions from subscribers on various financial and political issues.

    00:00 Introduction and Independence Day Reflections
    00:22 The Significance of the Declaration of Independence
    01:42 Critique of Modern 4th of July Celebrations
    03:01 Discussion on Trump's Big Beautiful Bill
    04:20 Farm Subsidies and Agricultural Policies
    10:02 Defense Spending and Industrial Policy
    17:03 Citizenship by Investment in Sierra Leone
    19:08 Opinions on JP Morgan Funds and Short Selling
    25:15 Ukraine Conflict and Global Implications
    28:40 Chemtrails and Relocation to Paraguay
    29:30 Chemtrails and Weather Modification
    30:07 Skepticism and Historical Context
    31:02 Modern Weather Modification Practices
    34:29 NATO and Political Dynamics
    37:23 Insights on Writing and Market Analysis
    43:18 Farming Analytics and High-Tech Agriculture
    46:16 Bolivia's Political and Economic Landscape
    48:06 Privatized Military and Eric Prince
    50:18 Japan's Economic Moves and Demographic Challenges
    54:17 Concluding Remarks and Future Plans

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    55 mins
  • 73 Minutes of HATE
    Jul 2 2025

    In this episode, Matt and Doug delve into the zeitgeist and analyze viewer comments from a recent interview Doug had with Kim Iversson. They discuss the polarized public reactions, including accusations of hypocrisy, criticisms on the topic of having children, and various opinions on social and political views. The conversation sheds light on the public's underlying frustrations and sentiments towards subjects ranging from individual responsibility to societal structures. They also explore the intense reactions to Doug's stance on libertarianism, his personal choices, and Matt's advocacy for having children, revealing a broader narrative about the current state of public discourse.

    00:00 Introduction and Today's Topic
    00:15 Interview with Kim Iversson
    02:20 Audience Reactions and Criticisms
    03:00 Comments on Libertarianism and Living in Uruguay
    04:42 Public Perception and Hostile Comments
    05:28 Age of Consent Laws in Uruguay
    06:45 Dealing with Negative Feedback
    08:40 Personal Responsibility and Economic Views
    10:26 Comments on Parenting and Family
    16:43 Generational Tensions and Personal Responsibility
    41:00 Technological Solutions and Gender Dynamics
    41:33 The Influence of a Strong Man
    42:15 Debunking Generalizations About Women
    43:23 Commentary on Viewer Feedback
    47:21 Religious and Philosophical Musings
    57:07 The Role of Fathers and Parenting
    01:07:13 The State of the World and Society
    01:11:08 Engaging with the Audience

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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • Who Controls This Prison Planet?
    Jun 27 2025

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    Today we answer questions from viewers of phyle.co Doug discusses a variety of topics including US local and national politics, the upcoming Plan B workshop, and the potential economic impacts. He expresses views on the presumed incoming mayor of New York with socialist tendencies, and comparisons to former President Trump. The conversation covers insights into societal changes, the influence of AI, and the implications of UBI. Further, there are discussions on Trump's recent actions in Iran, the future of the financial market, the rise of certain religious and ethnic groups, and his personal reflections on legacy, family, and financial security. Regarding personal matters, Doug shares thoughts on overcoming fraud, staying positive amidst negative news, and the impacts of the potential privatization of US public lands.

    00:00 Introduction and Workshop Announcement
    00:37 New York's Presumed Mayor and His Policies
    02:14 Economic Misunderstandings and Public Sentiment
    09:39 Population Changes and Social Dynamics
    15:37 The Value of Having Children
    19:52 Doug's Thoughts on Legacy and Money
    29:20 Confessions of an Economic Hitman Discussion
    33:05 AI, UBI, and the Future of Humanity
    43:13 Impacts of Trump's Actions in Iran
    44:04 Historical Context of Gunboat Diplomacy
    46:13 Current Geopolitical Tensions
    49:37 Financial Market Predictions
    51:52 Book Progress and Writing Updates
    52:37 Ethnic and Religious Influences on Global Events
    58:50 Iran and the Strait of Hormuz
    01:02:22 South Africa's New Community Experiment
    01:07:02 Staying Positive Amidst Global Chaos
    01:12:15 Avoiding Fraud and Financial Pitfalls
    01:15:43 Platinum Market Trends
    01:18:24 Privatization of National Lands
    01:23:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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    1 hr and 23 mins
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