from FinancialSurvivalNet
Fr. Robert A. Sirico has written a book, Defending the Free Market – The Moral Case for a Free Economy. Through the book he has shown that while capitalism may not be inherently moral, socialism is inherently immoral. The market is a non-stop information provider that loses its effectiveness when government intervenes with taxes, subsidies, regulations and takeovers of private economic functions. Therefore, his goal is to educate people that the effects of governmental intervention are usually far worse than the purported ill they seek to cure. The danger is that the educational process takes time and that there might not be enough time to avoid the potential castrophe that is lurking. This is why ignorace of economics, the way things really work, can be so deadly.
Click Here to Listen to the Audio
(Direct Download HERE)
Sign up (on the right side) for the instant free Financial Survival Toolkit and free weekly newsletter.
Danielle Park of 
Jason Burack believes the Euro will survive in some form, although it may be composed of different countries than at present. While the problems do seem intractable with no political will to solve them, perhaps after dropping Spain, Greece and a few others, it can continue its beleaguered existence. But don’t count on it. Italy has larger debt problems than any other European nation, but for Greece. They have a tremendous amount of debt that must be rolled over in the next year. And if the money isn’t freshly printed out of thin air by a willing central bank, then where will it come from? While a noble experiment, conceived to lessen their dependence on the dollar, it is ironic that they’re now completely dependent upon the Federal Reserve to keep the scheme alive. No matter what happens, the Euro is not going to become another reserve currency.
Ranting Andy believes that the days of unfettered money printing and Quantitative Easing to Infinity are rapidly coming to an end. And it’s not because the central banks are unwilling to deliver unlimited amounts of freshly minted currency units, but rather that these actions have become less effective. When the Fed or the Plunge Protection Team prop up the Dow, their actions now last for a day or less. Their ability to affect markets and outcomes is diminshing. However, don’t believe they’re going to go out with just a whimper. As they get more and more desperate, their actions will too. And that’s the giveaway that the end is near. But until then, treat them as you would a wild animal that’s been cornered-a threat until it’s been caged or eliminated.
Peter Grandich joined us today for a look at the precious metals markets and recent prices. He’s cautiously optimistic about current trends and believes that $1640 per ounce is a crucial resistance point. I’ve been optimistic myself lately, but as you know I never make short term predictions. First, they’re irrelevant, unless you bought yesterday. And second, buying gold and silver is not a short term play. When you invest in precious metals, it should be to preserve your purchasing power and to ensure your lasting wealth against the currency debauchers who are currently running the world economic system and central banks. As Peter says, this boxer has been written off by the mainstream financial press, but he’s still got a few good rounds ahead of him, and Lord knows, I wouldn’t want to be in the ring facing off against him.
Bill Holter was a stock broker for 23 years and retired at the ripe old age of 46. He moved down to Costa Rica, fully expecting the financial implosion that occurred. What he didn’t anticipate was the world’s central banks doubling down on failure. He came to the conclusion that when it comes to survival, there’s no place like home. He moved back to the US a year ago and has been busy getting ready for the dreaded global financial reset. He has some savvy advice for those few who are willing to listen. And at FSN, we’ve been sounding the clarion call since we started, so hearing Bill out is certainly a wise move, which we urge you to do now.
I’ve become very close with Jay Taylor of 
Ty Andros joins us for the weekly wrap today, Thursday, June 21, to discuss everything from the jokesters at the G20 meeting this week to the EU commission ending the rating requirements for debt. The “Bernank” failed to announce QE3 yesterday, but he extended operation twist. There are unbelievable bankruns going on in Europe right now, and the end game of socialist dictatorships is in sight. So pay attention to what’s going on in Europe and the rest of the world.
Whether we’re talking about climate change, the United Nations, Taxis or anything else the government touches, anyplace in the world, the Ineptocracy always winds up in charge. It’s just human nature. That’s why we need limited government, to keep their reverse Midas Touch from destroying everything in its path.
Legendary investor and financial market historian Bob Hoye joined us for another compelling interview. If you really believe this time is different, think again. Bob has traced this financial calamity and compared it to earlier collapses and the similarities are quite striking. While we inhabitants of the modern world take solace in believing that we’ve learned so much and progressed so far, when it comes to economic matters, nothing really ever changes. And those who refuse to learn from economic cycles are doomed to repeat them over and over. Just ask Spain and Greece and the world’s major banks. Until we completely abandon the economic intervention efforts of Keynesianism, what you see now is what we’ll always wind up with. Only each crash is progressively worse and more destructive than the last one. 
Jay Taylor of 
One of the most frequent questions you ask the Financial Survival Network is whether or not it’s time to purchase a home. Which, interestingly, is really a very complicated question. It depends upon your personal circumstances, your ability to service the debt and taxes, as well as your state’s tax rate, among other factors. One thing that is not in doubt, if you’re paying over 4 percent on your mortgage, it’s probably a great time to refinance and reinvest the savings and or cash out into precious metals. But these are questions for you, your financial advisor and your accountant. But you should be thinking about it now.
If you’ve heard Chris Duane’s analysis of current events unfolding around the world, you know that he’s had some startling insights that have proven amazingly accurate. The current acquisition of the LME (London Metals Exchange) by a Hong Kong group is simply a sign of the changing paradigm, Anglo-American to Asian. The elites as always can be found closeby to these goings on. They’re attempting to keep their power even as the balance of economic and military power shifts from West to East. How far this shift will be allowed to continue, or whether it can even be slowed or halted is the $100 trillion question. Right now the Elites have taken a beating and everything appears to be coming up China. But such trends can change in an instant, especially when you’re dealing with people who’ve been running the world for centuries.
Dr. Walter Williams has always been ahead of his time. A free market economist, PHD, leading advocate of personal responsibility, Dr. Williams has avoided stereotypes and has been an active voice for getting the government out of your life. He’s often been heard guest hosting for conservative talk show host Rush Limbaugh, but he’s developed a large following of his own. And no wonder, he’s been fighting a multi-generational battle against ignorance and the belief that government can fix any problem, real or imagined. Dr. Williams has written a number of books, and you’ll regularly see his articles on Townhall.com, which is why we wanted to speak with him about the state of the economy and the ever dimming prospects for freedom. 
Two geologists and energy analysts with no axes to grind, no scores to settle, and no investments they’re hoping will payoff agree that Fracking is safe and necessary from an economic standpoint. In addition, fracking helps to fulfill the United States’ and the World’s unquenchable thirst for energy. The fact is the current administration has set rules that will help the process grow and continue to increase domestic energy production. While there may have been some negative results in the past, much of the rhetoric used by opponents of the technology is false and lacks any basis in scientific fact. While New York’s governor can’t quite comprehend these issues, the rest of the country is moving rapidly ahead in developing these much needed resources.
Greg Hunter of 
Tom Bevan of 
Alasdair Macleod of the 
John Bulter, author of The Golden Revolution, is catching on fast., and the international CFA institute has scheduled John to address a large group of Certified Financial Analysts. Seems main stream companies are starting to worry about the value of their currency holdings. What a surprise that is. At FSN we’ve been warning that the day was coming when large corporations who are sitting on trillions in cash, would start thinking about diversifying their holdings into precious metals. While there have been a number of companies, including Northwest Mutual Life, the University of Texas Endowment and others, there will soon be a tidal wave of large investors seeking the security of precious metals for their company’s cash hoards. John’s right there at the cutting edge.
According to Jeff Clark precious metals mania is on the horizon in the not too distant future. On a long term basis, gold and silver are going to preserve your purchasing power where as cash is not. Since Y2K, the dollar has lost an incredible 26% of its purchasing power, and this trend is going to continue. Although gold has been flat since last September, its purchasing power is still stronger in the long run. Most people havent discovered precious metals yet, and we both agree silver is very undervalued right now. Precious metals should be viewed as your savings; gold and silver prices will go higher from current levels.
James Turk of 
The upcoming Greek election, along with Monday’s news of the $100 billion fix aka the Spanish bailout are at the forefront of global economic news. While they don’t want to call it a bailout, free money is being given, and Danielle says that the people that are trading this market are filled with blind hope. In the past few years, every federal bank intervention has come with big pops in risk assets that have lasted several months. While some people were able to harness this in a trade, most stayed too long and got knee-capped on the way out. It seems that in the past there has always been some hope that the next round of QE would cause markets to pop. But, today the euro bailout scenario is so short lived that no one can really participate in it. Don’t be fooled!
Charles Biderman of 
Peter Schiff joined us again for a discussion of his latest book, 
John and Monica Miller, formerly of Hawaii and now residents of New Zealand, have written the book