Doug Casey's Take

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.

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Episodes

Election Memes and America's Dark Reality

Join Doug Casey and Matt as they address questions from the Crisis Investing community, reflect on recent debates, and discuss media bias. They delve into the complexities of illegal migration, debate fairness, and possible impacts of Kamala Harris's potential presidency. Doug shares experiences and insights on global issues, immigration's impact on local communities, and holding physical assets like gold. The conversation also explores how Western military power influences maritime law, conspir...

Sep 13, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 349

Who Really Won the Debate?

Post-Debate Analysis: Kamala Harris vs. Donald Trump In this episode, Doug and his co-host discuss the much-anticipated debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. They start by discussing significant historical events on this day, including the 9/11 attacks. 00:00 Introduction and Historical Context 02:02 9/11 Reflections and Conspiracy Theories 05:32 Debate Analysis: Trump vs. Kamala 12:48 Pandemic Perspectives and Economic Plans 17:35 Abortion Debate and Project 2025 23:30 Immigration Poli...

Sep 11, 2024•50 min•Ep. 348

Que mala! Can Trump Delay the Inevitable?

In this episode, Doug Casey answers questions from the Phyle, a private community of Crisis Investing subscribers. Doug discusses historical events from this day, including the assassination of President William McKinley, Magellan's circumnavigation, and the Munich Massacre. He elaborates on the differences between American and European anarchism, comments on the impact of Islam on Western civilization, and the dynamics of Kamala Harris' name. Additional topics include the election industrial co...

Sep 06, 2024•53 min•Ep. 347

Importing the Third World, cost of living crisis, & the govt crack-down

Join us at https://www.crisisinvesting.com The Edsel Car Launch (00:00:13) Discussion on the 1957 launch of the Edsel car and its failure as a Ford product. Robert S. McNamara's Career (00:02:34) Exploration of McNamara's controversial history from WWII to his tenure at Ford and the World Bank. Steve Irwin's Legacy (00:05:14) Reflection on Steve Irwin's impact on wildlife education and his untimely death in 2006. Jailbreak in the Congo (00:06:52) Overview of a recent jailbreak in Kinshasa, highl...

Sep 04, 2024•37 min•Ep. 346

Tough Times Ahead

Plan B Workshop https://www.crisisinvesting.com/p/plan-b-workshop-replay Authoritarian instincts are on the rise. 00:00 The Conspiracy Theory Unveiled 00:24 Government Functionality and Encyclopedia Britannica 01:39 Wokeness in Historical Narratives 03:56 Election Security Concerns 05:06 January 6th Prosecutions and Future Implications 10:21 Authoritarianism and Civil Unrest 16:41 Global Trends in Authoritarianism 22:33 The Changing Demographics of Europe 23:58 Political Shifts and Historical Pa...

Aug 28, 2024•45 min•Ep. 345

Evil vs. Stupid

In this episode, Doug delves into historical events, including the execution of William Wallace and the capture of Muammar Gaddafi's compound. The discussion shifts to viewer feedback on political ideologies and the flawed two-party system in the U.S, followed by insights on living in Uruguay and its economic state without significant gold reserves. Doug also addresses the current state of small caps and commodity stocks, offers perspectives on global morale, potential future issues, and even ad...

Aug 23, 2024•44 min

Capital controls are coming, America's political circus, and the proper role of government

In this episode, Doug and I discuss coming exchange controls, the proper role of government, the historical annexation of Hawaii, and the effectiveness of political parties in the U.S. We take a look at Kamala Harris' economic plans, the implications of Trump's immigration policies, and the burdens of modern governmental regulations on the economy. As usual, we emphasize the importance of individual action in a failing political system and caution against unrealistic reliance on political leader...

Aug 21, 2024•31 min•Ep. 343

Kamala's "solution" to price gouging and other questions from the phyle

Today we answer questions from our private member community. Join us at https://www.crisisinvesting.com The conversation covers current economic issues including Kamala Harris's plan to tackle price gouging, investment strategies in the face of potential economic crises, and the viability of uranium and lithium stocks. Doug shares his personal experiences, investment advice, and thoughts on topics ranging from cryostasis to real estate. 00:00 Introduction and Today's Historical Events 07:22 Kama...

Aug 17, 2024•49 min•Ep. 341

Trump's 20 Core Promises (and why he won't keep them)

Trump's New Plan: Breaking Down the 20 Policies and Their Implications In this episode, Doug and Matt discuss Trump's recent proposal to 'Make America Great Again' with a 20-point plan. Before delving into the details of Trump's agenda, they review notable events in history, including critical perspectives on the Encyclopedia Britannica's selected highlights. The hosts express skepticism about Trump's promises, such as ending inflation, stopping outsourcing, and making the U.S. a manufacturing s...

Aug 14, 2024•39 min•Ep. 341

Mass Migration, VP Candidates, Secret Societies, Family Leadership

Join our private member group, Phyle. https://www.crisisInvesting.com Doug Casey and Matt Smith discuss Michael Yon's view that mass migration is a tactic of war. We discuss the increasing presence of Venezuelan gangs in the U.S., notably in Denver, and the broader implications for high-trust societies under such pressures. The conversation shifts to historical and contemporary societal instability, drawing parallels to periods like the late 60s and early 70s, marked by violent unrest. The hosts...

Aug 09, 2024•59 min•Ep. 340

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