Germany is reassessing BRICS — and Deutsche Bank says the dollar has “lost its exceptionalism.”
In this episode of Secret War on Cash, Dean Heskin and Chris Agelastos analyze two developments that may signal accelerating pressure on the U.S. dollar:
• Germany signaling it was wrong to alienate BRICS nations
• European efforts to build bridges with India and Brazil
• Deutsche Bank stating the dollar has “lost its exceptionalism”
• Investors hedging the dollar instead of running to it
• AI-driven capital concentration risk
• Comparisons to dot-com era overexposure
For decades, the U.S. dollar was considered the world’s safe haven. But if global investors now view it as “riskier,” what does that mean for long-term confidence?
This isn’t about sudden collapse. It’s about steady erosion — and global capital repositioning in real time.
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From California’s controversial Super Bowl tax to unprofitable AI startups, are we seeing economic distortion build again?
In this episode of Secret War on Cash, Dean Heskin and Chris Agelastos analyze two major trends shaping today’s financial landscape:

• AI startups burning cash without profits
• Comparisons to the dot-com bubble
• Crypto volatility parallels
• Investor risk vs tangible value
• California’s “duty-day” tax on Super Bowl players
• High-tax state migration trends
With speculative capital flowing into AI companies that have never generated profits — and state governments stretching tax policy in creative ways — this episode asks a larger question:
Are we repeating past mistakes?
Dean and Chris explain why fundamentals matter more than buzzwords — and why investors should distinguish hype from sustainable value.
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Is China accelerating the global move away from the U.S. dollar?
In this episode of Secret War on Cash, Dean Heskin, President & CEO of Swiss America, and co-host Chris Agelastos examine reports that China has instructed state-run banks to reduce exposure to U.S. Treasuries — formalizing a trend that has been building for years.
At the same time:

• The U.S. added $132 billion to the national debt in a single month
  
• Total national debt approaches historic levels
  
• The U.S. Dollar Index has weakened significantly
  
• BRICS nations continue diversifying reserves into gold
  Even Wall Street voices, including the CEO of JP Morgan Chase, have warned that America’s borrowing trajectory is unsustainable.
  Dean and Chris break down:
  
  • Why China’s Treasury reduction matters now more than ever
    
  • How BRICS alignment changes the scale of de-dollarization
    
  • Why this may not be a sudden collapse — but a steady erosion
    
  • What “unsustainable” borrowing means in practical terms
    
  • Why central banks are increasing gold reserves
    
  • How dollar weakness impacts inflation and purchasing power
    This episode explores the difference between panic and repositioning — and why sovereign-level capital movement tells a bigger story than headlines alone.
    If global confidence in the dollar continues to erode, the implications could extend far beyond currency markets.
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Countries around the world are selling U.S. Treasuries—and buying gold. In this episode of Secret War on Cash, Dean Heskin and Chris Agelastos analyze a major financial shift as BRICS nations continue dumping dollar-denominated assets in favor of physical gold. Brazil’s sale of $61 billion in U.S. Treasuries is just the latest example of a broader trend reshaping global reserves. The discussion explores:

• Why central banks and governments are abandoning U.S. debt
• How BRICS now control over half of global gold supply
• Why sanctions and financial weaponization are accelerating de-dollarization
• What surging U.S. debt means for the dollar’s future
• Why gold has dramatically outperformed cash and Treasuries
• What happens if global confidence in the dollar breaks

This episode offers a clear, grounded look at sovereign-level financial behavior—and why gold is becoming the preferred asset in an increasingly unstable monetary system. 👉 Hear Chris & Dean on THE SECRET WAR ON CASH
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Articles referenced in this podcast:
BRICS: Brazil Offloads $61 Billion Worth of US Treasuries, Buys Gold
https://watcher.guru/news/brics-brazil-offloads-61-billion-us-treasuries-buys-gold
US Adds $132,987,000,000 To National Debt in One Month As JPMorgan Chase CEO Warns Borrowing Is Unsustainable
https://dailyhodl.com/2026/02/01/us-adds-132987000000-to-national-debt-in-one-month-as-jpmorgan-chase-ceo-warns-borrowing-is-unsustainable/

Where could gold and silver be over the next five years—and why are governments racing to acquire them now?
In this episode of Secret War on Cash, Dean Heskin, President & CEO of Swiss America, and co-host Chris Agelastos break down bold five-year outlooks for gold and silver and explain why central banks, BRICS nations, and major institutions are aggressively accumulating physical metal—often far more than they publicly disclose.
The conversation explores:

• Why China and central banks are quietly stockpiling gold at record levels
  
• How confidence in paper assets, currencies, and debt-based systems is eroding
  
• Why gold price targets extending toward the end of the decade are being taken seriously
  
• How silver’s dual role as both a safe haven and an industrial metal (AI, data centers, solar, technology) could drive sustained demand
  
• Why owning physical metal is fundamentally different from ETFs, futures, or paper claims
  This episode isn’t about short-term speculation. It’s about long-term positioning in a world undergoing monetary, geopolitical, and technological change—where confidence, not just price, determines value.
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  Articles referenced in this podcast:
  Gold Price Prediction For The Next 5 Years
  https://watcher.guru/news/gold-price-prediction-for-the-next-5-years
  Silver Price Prediction For The Next 5 Years
  https://watcher.guru/news/silver-price-prediction-for-the-next-5-years
  
  
  

BRICS expansion is accelerating—and it’s becoming more structured, more selective, and more influential in global trade and currency discussions.

In this episode of Secret War on Cash, hosts Dean Heskin (President & CEO of Swiss America) and Chris Agelastos analyze new reporting on Zimbabwe’s BRICS application, the growing list of partner nations, and why multiple countries are seeking closer ties with the BRICS bloc for more “mutually beneficial” trade relationships. The conversation explores how BRICS is building formal processes—applications, approvals, membership tiers, and leadership rotation—which challenges the argument that the bloc lacks unity or organization.

The hosts also discuss why India’s BRICS leadership matters, how public messaging can differ from strategic action, and what a long-term shift in trade settlement could mean for global markets, currency exchange, and the U.S. dollar over time.
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Articles referenced in thie podcast:
BRICS New Members List Could Soon Include New Country, Analysts Say
https://watcher.guru/news/brics-new-members-list-could-soon-include-new-country-analysts-say

BRICS: New Members to Join in 2026 Strategic Expansion
https://watcher.guru/news/brics-new-members-to-join-in-2026-strategic-expansion

Gold prices have surged past $5,000 an ounce as investors rapidly lose confidence in the U.S. dollar, bonds, and traditional financial assets.
In this episode of Secret War on Cash, hosts Dean Heskin and Chris Agelastos analyze gold market momentum, central bank gold purchases, and the broader implications of global market volatility. The discussion covers safe haven assets, physical gold ownership, monetary policy changes, declining real yields, and why precious metals continue to attract long-term capital during periods of financial stress.
This episode also examines how geopolitical uncertainty, debt expansion, and currency confidence are reshaping asset allocation strategies across global markets.
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Articles referened in this podcast:
Gold Smashes Beyond $5,000 as Global Upheaval Fans Demand Frenzy
https://financialpost.com/pmn/business-pmn/gold-tops-5000-as-global-upheaval-fuels-precious-metals-rally
Another day another high: Gold surges past $5,100 as investors seek shelter from global risks
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/26/gold-record-surges-past-new-5000-record.html

Is Bitcoin really as secure as people think?
And what happens when technology advances faster than digital security? In this episode of Secret War on Cash, Dean Heskin, President & CEO of Swiss America, and co-host Chris Agelastos examine a growing concern shaking confidence in cryptocurrencies: quantum computing. The discussion centers on why a longtime Bitcoin bull has exited crypto entirely and shifted toward gold, citing the accelerating ability of quantum computing—powered by AI—to crack cryptographic security once considered unbreakable. According to recent research, 20–50% of existing Bitcoins may be vulnerable, particularly older coins created under earlier security standards. Dean and Chris break down:

• Why quantum computing could threaten Bitcoin and crypto wallets sooner than expected
• How digital assets can be compromised with no customer service, statements, or recovery
• Why “secure today” does not mean secure tomorrow in the digital world
• The difference between digital scarcity and physical asset security
• Why gold’s thousands-year track record still matters in an age of rapidly evolving technology

This episode is not anti-technology—it’s a sober look at risk, permanence, and trust in a world where financial systems are changing faster than ever. 👉 Stay informed before security assumptions break
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Global financial infrastructure is undergoing a fundamental transformation. In this episode of Secret War on Cash, hosts Dean Heskin and Chris Agelastos analyze SWIFT’s landmark tokenized asset trial—an initiative involving thousands of global banks that allows blockchain transactions to settle alongside traditional financial systems. The conversation explores:

• How tokenization and blockchain could reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar
• Why governments and institutions are building systems that can function without dollar settlement
• The risks of centralizing global payments through a single network
• Potential consequences for inflation, bank balances, stock markets, and bond markets
• Why this transition may arrive sooner—and more painfully—than many expect

This episode offers a clear, sober look at the real-world implications of a rapidly changing monetary system.

Article referenced in this podcast:
Global Payments Giant Swift Completes ‘Landmark’ Tokenized Asset Trial
https://dailyhodl.com/2026/01/19/global-payments-giant-swift-completes-landmark-tokenized-asset-trial/

Crypto adoption continues to rise, but so do concerns over security, illicit activity, and accountability. In this episode of The Secret War on Cash, Dean Heskin and Chris Agelastos explore the surge in illicit crypto transactions, the risks facing digital assets, and why BRICS nations are aggressively accumulating gold. The conversation examines de-dollarization, central bank strategy, and why physical metals remain foundational during periods of global uncertainty.

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Articles referenced in this podcast:
$158,000,000,000 of Illicit Crypto Transactions Triggered in 2025, Shattering Record: Report
https://dailyhodl.com/2026/01/12/158000000000-of-illicit-crypto-transactions-triggered-in-2025-shattering-record-report/
BRICS Plan to Move From 50% to 65–70% Global Gold Control in 2026
https://watcher.guru/news/brics-plan-to-move-from-50-to-65-70-global-gold-control-in-2026