VRA Podcast: Market Volatility Amid Iran War Concerns and Treasury Strategies: Gold, Semis, Bitcoin in Focus - Kip Herriage - August 24, 2026

Welcome back to the VRA Investing Podcast with your host, Kip Herriage. In today’s episode, Kip Herriage breaks down the latest market action during a quiet summer Monday, unpacks the ongoing geopolitical tensions with Iran and their impact on trading, and dives deep into Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s bold new economic maneuvers. You’ll hear Kip Herriage's high-conviction views on Trump’s wartime leadership, the evolving role of the Treasury versus the Federal Reserve, and why he remains confident in U.S. markets even as headlines warn of rising debt and interest rates. Plus, get the latest insights on gold, silver, Bitcoin, and the all-important signals from the semiconductor and small cap sectors. Whether you’re looking for macroeconomic perspective, sector playbook updates, or simply want to hear where Kip Herriage thinks opportunity is headed next, this episode is packed with real-time analysis and actionable takeaways for investors.