Hard Asset Money Show

On this urgent episode of the Hard Asset Money Show, Christian Briggs strips the hype from the AI revolution and explains what it really means for your job, your portfolio, and the broader economy. From software copilots to physical robotics, AI is now automating work across medicine, law, accounting, logistics, aviation, and the home—driving a wave of layoffs that’s only just begun. Briggs breaks down why this isn’t a dot-com rerun: it’s a structural shift powered by massive data centers, semiconductors, and autonomous systems—with real risks, including black-box decisioning, skill erosion, and the concentration of power in a handful of platforms. Most importantly, he lays out where the economic value is likely to accrue (compute, power, metals, and secure data infrastructure), how workers can future-proof with AI-native skills, and why owning real assets can hedge the volatility of the machine age. It’s not just about technology—it’s about survival strategies in a world where your next boss might be an algorithm.

On this lively episode of The Hard Asset Money Show, Christian Briggs sits down with Christopher Walker for a no-BS look at the week’s biggest pressure points—the federal shutdown, tariff fears, and the surprising places the economy is actually winning. From D.C. brinkmanship to Main Street impact, they unpack how prolonged furloughs ripple through small businesses, what tariff strategy looks like beyond the headlines, and why “Made in America” continues to gather momentum despite media panic. With frank talk on inflation, mortgage dynamics, consumer spending, and how markets are reading the next few weeks, this conversation cuts through the noise. It’s not just politics—it’s how policy choices are reshaping your wallet, your work, and the next chapter of American industry.

The government remains closed, and the standoff in Washington is heating up. On the latest episode of NTD News Live, economist Christian Briggs warns the shutdown’s real bite will be felt by small businesses and local economies in cities with heavy federal workforces. From restaurants to daycares to tax revenues, the impact could spread quickly if the deadlock drags on. Even worse, with key jobs and inflation data delayed, markets are flying blind—risking a hit to investor confidence and even GDP. The longer this showdown stretches, the more it favors Trump and the GOP. But with public anger rising over lawmakers collecting paychecks while workers go without, the question is: who blinks first?

In 2025, Washington sold America a lie. The GENIUS Act was billed as a safeguard against a government-run digital dollar. Instead, it opened the door to something even worse: a privatized surveillance currency. Backed by U.S. Treasuries and tethered to your identity, these “stablecoins” track every keystroke, every transaction, every move you make. And who’s running the machinery? Palantir Technologies—the CIA-linked data giant founded by Peter Thiel and Alex Karp. Palantir’s battlefield AI, once used to hunt terrorists overseas, is now repurposed to monitor ordinary Americans—your tax filings, your health records, your purchases, even your beliefs. Executive orders and billion-dollar contracts are fusing IRS, DHS, ICE, Medicare, and Social Security into one master database. Compliance is the excuse. Total control is the outcome. Critics call it a backdoor social credit system, one that can freeze your funds if you buy the wrong book, support the wrong cause, or say the wrong thing online. And with Palantir executives sliding into senior White House roles, the surveillance state isn’t just analyzing your data—it’s writing the rules. The GENIUS Act isn’t protection. It’s the blueprint for a privatized digital regime. The “stable” coin isn’t stable—it’s programmable, trackable, and permanent. And once your freedom is wired into an algorithm, flipping the switch is as easy as pressing delete. The trap is set. The system is live. The only question is—when will it come for you?

Economist Christian Briggs joins NTD News to analyze the Congressional Budget Office’s new forecast showing President Trump’s tariffs could slash the federal deficit by $4 trillion over the next decade. Briggs explains why tariff revenues are outpacing expectations, how upcoming Supreme Court challenges could affect their longevity, and why wage growth will be the ultimate test of success. He breaks down the timing of revenue inflows, the potential inflationary trade-offs, and how manufacturing jobs with six-figure salaries may expand the tax base and fuel GDP growth. A forward-looking conversation on whether tariffs can truly rebalance America’s fiscal path.

In this gripping episode, retired Army Major Alex Bertelli shares his extraordinary path from high-stakes combat missions with the legendary Night Stalkers to pioneering cutting-edge security technology in the private sector. He recounts hair-raising operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, lessons learned from survival school, and the brotherhood that shaped him. Today, Alex has transformed that battlefield mindset into an entrepreneurial mission, creating patented AI-driven locking systems designed to save lives in schools, offices, and critical facilities. A story of courage, innovation, and purpose, this conversation connects military precision with entrepreneurial disruption.

Economist Christian Briggs weighs in on the growing controversy over America’s monthly jobs report after significant downward revisions shook confidence in the data. Drawing parallels to corporate reporting standards, Briggs argues that economic indicators must meet the same accuracy expectations as public companies, especially when Federal Reserve policy hangs in the balance. He discusses the case for moving to a bi-monthly release cycle, upgrading outdated government data systems, and applying modern analytics to better capture the fluid reality of employment trends. The takeaway: without trustworthy numbers, policymakers, businesses, and investors are flying blind.

Economist Christian Briggs unpacks the first 24 hours of President Trump’s new tariff strategy, explaining why the immediate inflationary pinch could lead to a stronger, fairer U.S. trade landscape. While acknowledging higher short-term costs for everyday goods, Briggs points to Trump’s tactical negotiations—especially with China—as a pathway to long-term economic growth. He forecasts a potential $12 trillion injection into the economy through retirement account reforms, coupled with tax cuts or eliminations for middle-income earners. According to Briggs, Americans may start to see the benefits within 6–12 months and feel them fully in 12–18, as strategic trade deals and domestic investment take root.

Economist Christian Briggs joins the show to break down President Trump’s historic $2 trillion trade deal with Europe, calling it the most consequential agreement yet. With $750 billion in U.S. energy exports and $600 billion in foreign investment flowing into American infrastructure, manufacturing, and clean energy distribution, Briggs explains why this isn’t just a trade win, it’s a blueprint for job creation, GDP growth, and renewed industrial strength. From LNG terminals to transportation, ports, and manufacturing, this deal may trigger a bottom-up economic revival with over 200,000 new high-wage jobs. Briggs calls it a strategic masterstroke that weakens Russia, boosts U.S. competitiveness, and shores up domestic prosperity for years to come.

They said it couldn’t happen—now it’s happening fast. In Part 2 of this jaw-dropping series, Christian Briggs goes even deeper into the global financial war being waged against the United States. From China’s infiltration of Caribbean banks to the terrifying rise of BRICS Pay, the collapse of the petrodollar, and the upcoming launch of the e-Euro on October 1st, this is not conspiracy—it’s reality. With over 150 nations aligning against the dollar, and BlackRock building a post-dollar marketplace, America’s financial sovereignty is under siege like never before. Christian exposes the truth behind CBDCs, tokenized assets, smart contracts, and the centralized control grid that's being disguised as modernization. This isn’t about money—it’s about freedom. If we don’t act now, BRICS will control the future—and you’ll need permission just to spend your own money. Tune in and discover how Trump, tariffs, gold, and sovereign policy could be our last line of defense.