Elijah K. Johnson of Liberty and Finance joins Steve Barton to unpack the growing cracks in the global monetary system. He recounts how his childhood interest in coins evolved into a career studying the Federal Reserve, inflation, and the fundamentals of real money. Johnson outlines how gold and silver have held their value while fiat currencies continue to weaken, and explains why the surge in central bank gold buying is a major warning sign. He also discusses the current state of the bull market, noting that the lack of retail demand for precious metals signals we're still early in the cycle.

Johnson highlights why central bank digital currencies pose a serious risk to financial freedom, pointing to government overreach and the potential for total surveillance. He breaks down the best deals in the metals market right now, including junk silver and pre-1933 gold coins, and offers tips for investors looking to sell at the highest price. The episode closes with his call for long-term thinking, self-reliance, and the role of precious metals as both a hedge and a foundation for liberty in uncertain economic times.

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🔥 Key Topics Discussed

✅ Elijah's journey into precious metals and sound money

✅ The truth about fiat currency, inflation, and the Fed's role

✅ Why gold and silver are still undervalued despite recent gain

✅ Stages of a bull market and signs of a coming stock market top

✅ Central bank digital currencies and the threat to personal liberty

✅ Patterns in precious metals buying, premiums, and retail behavior

✅ Why junk silver and pre-1933 gold coins are standout opportunities

✅ Tips for selling metals, avoiding lowball offers, and shipping securely

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Chapters:

00:00 Meet Elijah K. Johnson of Liberty and Finance

01:25 Elijah's Journey Into Precious Metals

04:24 Macro View of the World Economy & Financial Markets

08:52 Gold & Silver: Are We Near the Top?

11:05 Central Bank Digital Currencies vs. Financial Freedom

16:01 Common Themes From Liberty and Finance Guests

18:22 Market Patterns: Gold, Silver, Platinum, and Best Deals

24:21 Selling Metals: Getting the Best Price Near Spot

26:49 Invoices & Certificates: Do They Help When Selling?

27:31 Selling Large Collections: Tips & Shipping Advice

28:20 Copper Outlook & Novelty Investment Warnings

29:18 Final Thoughts on Precious Metals & Financial Preparedness

30:55 How to Follow Elijah K. Johnson & Stay Connected

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