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, and Brad Chastain, U.S. Money Reserve’s Director of Education. Together, they examine the growing conversation around 50-year mortgages and what this unusual proposal says about affordability in today’s economy.

They walk through the history of long-term home loans, the widening gap between wages and housing costs, and why many families feel stuck despite strong headline economic data. The discussion turns to broader forces—rising debt levels, currency debasement, and the strain of higher interest rates—and how those pressures shape the financial reality of everyday Americans. The episode closes with a clear look at why many households are turning to physical gold as a way to protect wealth in an era of persistent cost-of-living challenges.

As one of the nation’s largest private distributors of government-issued gold, silver, platinum, and palladium products, U.S. Money Reserve offers a level of leadership unmatched in the industry. With two former Directors of the U.S. Mint on its executive team and more than one million clients served, the company delivers informed guidance backed by real experience.

Listen to America’s Gold Authority® Podcast and request your FREE Gold Ownership Guide by calling 855-425-3219 or visiting https://usmr.gold/USMoneyReserve/Website/POD37P

On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes welcomes Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve and former Director of the U.S. Mint, and Brad Chastain, U.S. Money Reserve’s Director of Education, for an in-depth look at market liquidity and the Federal Reserve’s next move.

They discuss the Fed’s decision to end quantitative tightening, the pressures building in short-term lending markets, and the potential ripple effects across stocks, bonds, and everyday consumers. The conversation explores how liquidity fuels or drains financial markets, what systemic risks could emerge from leveraged hedge fund trades, and why gold remains a reliable store of wealth when confidence falters.

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 $3.8 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 855-425-3236 or visiting https://usmr.gold/USMoneyReserve/Website/POD36P 

On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes talks with Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve and 35th Director of the U.S. Mint. From his humble beginnings in Lubbock, Texas, to his pivotal roles in the U.S. Treasury and Senate Finance Committee, Diehl recounts a four-decade career defined by leadership, innovation, and public service.

Diehl explains how he revitalized the Mint, introduced the groundbreaking 50 State Quarters Program, and built bipartisan partnerships to modernize one of America’s most historic institutions. He also reflects on lessons from his father, early mentors, and the relentless work ethic that continues to guide his approach to business and public life.

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 $3.8 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 855-425-3406 or visiting https://usmr.gold/USMoneyReserve/Website/POD35P.

On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes is joined by Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve, 35th Director of the United State Mint and former Chief of Staff at the U.S. Treasury.

Index funds have dominated the portfolio conversation for decades—but is that strategy still the safest bet? In this episode, we take a data-driven look at why consumers should consider gold as a powerful alternative. We explore gold’s historical performance, compare it directly to index fund returns and risk.

Whether you’re building wealth for the long term or protecting what you already have, this episode helps you understand when — and why — gold can shine brighter than the markets.

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 855-425-3478 or visiting https://usmr.gold/USMoneyReseve/Website/POD33P.

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, and U.S. Money Reserve’s Director of Education Brad Chastain, to explore why central banks are buying gold at historic levels—surpassing their holdings of U.S. Treasuries. They explore how international conflicts, economic uncertainty, and evolving trade blocs are driving central banks toward gold as a stabilizing asset, and lessons everyday Americans can apply to their own savings strategies. 

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 $3.8 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 855-425-3517 or visiting https://usmr.gold/USMoneyReserve/Website/POD32P.

On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes welcomes U.S. Money Reserve’s Brad Chastain, Director of Education, along with Steven Shakespeare, Executive Director of Sales–IRA Division. Together, they explore why markets may have exposed traditional stock-and-bond portfolios to excessive risk, how regular rebalancing helps maintain appropriate portfolio risk levels, and why gold is increasingly being discussed as an essential asset in today’s retirement accounts. 

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 $3.8 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 855-425-2551 or visiting https://usmr.gold/USMoneyReserve/Website/POD31P. 

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, and Brad Chastain, U.S. Money Reserve’s Director of Education. Together, they examine Wall Street’s growing endorsement of gold as an essential financial asset, recent coverage in major media outlets, and how new portfolio strategies—like the emerging 60/20/20 allocation—are influencing retirement planning. 

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 $3.8 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 833-845-2157 or visiting https://usmr.gold/USMoneyReserve/Website/POD30Y.

On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes welcomes 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. Together, they examine silver’s impressive rise in 2025, fueled by Federal Reserve policies, technology demand, and global economic forces.

They also discuss silver’s unique financial role and how it stands apart from gold, its applications in artificial intelligence and solar energy, and what current market trends may signal for its 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 $3.8 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 855-425-2949 or visiting https://usmr.gold/USMoneyReserve/Website/POD28P.

On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes welcomes Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve and former Director of the U.S. Mint, and Brad Chastain, U.S. Money Reserve’s Director of Education, to examine the latest economic data and where it’s likely pointing.

Together, they address recent employment numbers, rising costs, and their potential impact on households nationwide. The discussion then turns to possible Federal Reserve actions, the role of monetary policy, and what shifting conditions may signal for the future. This episode offers timely insights into the pressures shaping today’s financial landscape.

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 $3.8 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 855-306-9309 or visiting https://usmr.gold/USMoneyReserve/Website/POD27P.

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, and Brad Chastain, U.S. Money Reserve’s Director of Education, to break down the forces behind gold’s relentless rally. They explore how Federal Reserve decisions, global debt, trade disruptions, and ongoing geopolitical tensions are shaping the market. 

Philip and Brad also highlight supply constraints that could further impact gold’s trajectory, while examining why many forecasts continue to underestimate its momentum. Their discussion offers a clear view into the economic shifts driving one of the most remarkable rallies in recent history.

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 $3.8 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 855-372-0788 or visiting https://usmr.gold/USMoneyReserve/Website/POD26P.