EPISODE · Jan 14, 2026 · 1H 30M
Dollar Decline Is the Plan: Gold & Bitcoin to Compete as Neutral Reserve Asset | Luke Gromen
from The Real Story with Michelle Makori · host Miles Franklin Media
Michelle Makori, President & Editor-in-Chief of Miles Franklin Media, speaks with Luke Gromen, Founder & President of Forest for the Trees (FFTT), about why a seismic monetary shift is already underway and why the outcome has effectively been decided.Gromen explains how the Trump administration is deliberately engineering a weaker U.S. dollar to reshore manufacturing, why central banks around the world have replaced Treasuries with gold for over a decade, and how a “gold pivot” could reset the global system. He also reveals why Bitcoin may be America’s chosen asset to compete with gold as the next neutral reserve asset.In this interview:- The Triffin Dilemma and the deliberate reversal of 50 years of dollar flows- Why the U.S. can’t make the goods to support the current reserve system- The Fed’s quiet gold revaluation research note & hints from top U.S. officials- The chess game between two neutral reserve assets: gold vs. Bitcoin- Luke’s gold & Bitcoin forecast – the next 6-12 monthsFollow Michelle Makori on X: https://x.com/michellemakoriFollow Miles Franklin Media on X: https://x.com/MilesFranklinCoFollow Luke Gromen on X: https://x.com/LukeGromen00:00 Coming Up01:41 Introduction: The US Dollar's Global Dominance & Its Consequences06:24 The Dollar’s Managed Decline & Global Implications12:46 China’s Strategic Moves & the Role of Gold15:25 U.S. National Security & Industrial Base Concerns25:41 Potential Gold Revaluation & Its Impact41:02 Fiscal Challenges & Future Economic Strategies47:07 Gold as a Primary Reserve Asset49:09 U.S. Gold Imports & Shadow Programs52:18 China’s Gold Strategy & U.S. Response55:58 Bitcoin vs. Gold: The New Neutral Reserve Asset01:03:45 Bitcoin’s Role in U.S. Economic Strategy01:18:35 AI’s Impact on the Economy & Gold/Bitcoin01:27:25 Final Thoughts & PredictionsJoin Miles Franklin Media for expert interviews, market insights, and real-time coverage of gold, silver, Bitcoin, and global economics. Hit the bell to get notified the moment new content drops – don’t miss a move in the markets.___________________Miles Franklin:📞 Call us: 1-952-929-7006📧 Email us: [email protected]🔗 Website: https://milesfranklin.com/ ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MilesFranklinMedia/ 📱 X: https://x.com/MilesFranklinCo 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milesfranklinmedia/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/miles-franklin-media/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MilesFranklinCo 📩 For media inquiries, contact: [email protected]📺 About Miles Franklin MediaJoin Miles Franklin Media for unfiltered financial and economic news and insights. Through expert interviews and real market intelligence, we cut through the noise and challenge the mainstream narrative. Anchored in the principles of sound money, we uncover the truth about money, markets, macroeconomics, geopolitics, and power – delivering credible insights to help you protect your wealth, future, and freedom.___________________Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this video are those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Miles Franklin Precious Metals, its affiliates, owners, anchors, producers or hosts. This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as financial, legal, or investment advice. Nothing said in this video should be construed as a recommendation to buy or sell any financial asset. You should always consult with a qualified financial advisor, legal professional, or tax expert before making any investment decisions. Investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal.By watching this video, you agree that neither the hosts, guests, nor Miles Franklin Media are responsible for any investment decisions you make based on the information presented. Use of this content is at your own risk.
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Michelle Makori, President & Editor-in-Chief of Miles Franklin Media, speaks with Luke Gromen, Founder & President of Forest for the Trees (FFTT), about why a seismic monetary shift is already underway and why the outcome has effectively been decided.Gromen explains how the Trump administration is deliberately engineering a weaker U.S. dollar to reshore manufacturing, why central banks around the world have replaced Treasuries with gold for over a decade, and how a “gold pivot” could reset the global system. He also reveals why Bitcoin may be America’s chosen asset to compete with gold as the next neutral reserve asset.In this interview:- The Triffin Dilemma and the deliberate reversal of 50 years of dollar flows- Why the U.S. can’t make the goods to support the current reserve system- The Fed’s quiet gold revaluation research note & hints from top U.S. officials- The chess game between two neutral reserve assets: gold vs. Bitcoin- Luke’s gold & Bitcoin forecast – the next 6-12 monthsFollow Michelle Makori on X: https://x.com/michellemakoriFollow Miles Franklin Media on X: https://x.com/MilesFranklinCoFollow Luke Gromen on X: https://x.com/LukeGromen00:00 Coming Up01:41 Introduction: The US Dollar's Global Dominance & Its Consequences06:24 The Dollar’s Managed Decline & Global Implications12:46 China’s Strategic Moves & the Role of Gold15:25 U.S. National Security & Industrial Base Concerns25:41 Potential Gold Revaluation & Its Impact41:02 Fiscal Challenges & Future Economic Strategies47:07 Gold as a Primary Reserve Asset49:09 U.S. Gold Imports & Shadow Programs52:18 China’s Gold Strategy & U.S. Response55:58 Bitcoin vs. Gold: The New Neutral Reserve Asset01:03:45 Bitcoin’s Role in U.S. Economic Strategy01:18:35 AI’s Impact on the Economy & Gold/Bitcoin01:27:25 Final Thoughts & PredictionsJoin Miles Franklin Media for expert interviews, market insights, and real-time coverage of gold, silver, Bitcoin, and global economics. Hit the bell to get notified the moment new content drops – don’t miss a move in the markets.___________________Miles Franklin:📞 Call us: 1-952-929-7006📧 Email us: [email protected]🔗 Website: https://milesfranklin.com/ ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MilesFranklinMedia/ 📱 X: https://x.com/MilesFranklinCo 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milesfranklinmedia/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/miles-franklin-media/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MilesFranklinCo 📩 For media inquiries, contact: [email protected]📺 About Miles Franklin MediaJoin Miles Franklin Media for unfiltered financial and economic news and insights. Through expert interviews and real market intelligence, we cut through the noise and challenge the mainstream narrative. Anchored in the principles of sound money, we uncover the truth about money, markets, macroeconomics, geopolitics, and power – delivering credible insights to help you protect your wealth, future, and freedom.___________________Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this video are those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Miles Franklin Precious Metals, its affiliates, owners, anchors, producers or hosts. This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as financial, legal, or investment advice. Nothing said in this video should be construed as a recommendation to buy or sell any financial asset. You should always consult with a qualified financial advisor, legal professional, or tax expert before making any investment decisions. Investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal.By watching this video, you agree that neither the hosts, guests, nor Miles Franklin Media are responsible for any investment decisions you make based on the information presented. Use of this content is at your own risk.
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