What Happens to a Country When Its Currency Collapses? 

When governments debase their currency, the economic fallout is only half the story. History shows a darker pattern: monetary collapse wipes out the middle class, fear fills the vacuum, and dictators rise. Mike Maloney traces this thread from Weimar Germany to today.

What Is the Gold Standard? A Complete History From 1873 to Today 

The history of the gold standard is a 140-year story of broken promises — from gold-backed currency to the 1971 Nixon shock that made every currency on earth fiat overnight. Here’s what it means for your money.

What Happens When $20 Trillion Chases Gold and Silver?

Most investors track what gold and silver are doing today. Mike and Alan are tracking something bigger — the capital sitting on the sidelines that could soon find its way into precious metals.  In this episode of the Gold Silver Show, recorded a few months ago but more relevant than ever, Mike and Alan reveal an updated chart tracking the total liquid capital in the U.S. economy — currency in circulation, money market funds, and unused credit card lines combined.   The number is striking: over $20 trillion, sitting on the sidelines and available to move within a single trading day. With trillions flowing into gold […]

Is There a Silver Shortage in 2026? The Data Is Alarming 

A year ago, Mike Maloney and Alan Hibbard warned that the U.S. silver stockpile was gone and an explosion was coming. Silver hit $121/oz. COMEX vaults are still draining. Here’s what the data shows about the 2026 silver shortage — and whether the move is finished.

The Seven Stages of Empire: Why Every Great Currency Eventually Collapses 

Every great empire follows the same arc: sound money, public works, military expansion, war, debasement, loss of faith, collapse. Mike Maloney’s Seven Stages of Empire framework explains why currencies fail — and what history says comes next.

When Should You Sell Gold and Silver? (And What to Buy Next) 

Most precious metals investors know how to buy — but few have a plan for when to sell. Here’s the ratio-based exit strategy that tells you when to start selling, how to do it in stages, and what to rotate into before you ever touch fiat currency.

Silver vs Gold Performance: What Happened After the Gold Silver Ratio Went Above 90 

In early 2025, the gold-silver ratio approached 90. Mike Maloney and Alan Hibbard discussed why extreme ratios often precede strong silver rallies. Since that video, silver vs gold performance has been striking—outpacing gold, stocks, and bonds by a wide margin.

The History of Currency Debasement: What Rome Teaches Us About Money Today

From ancient Rome to Nixon’s 1971 gold shock, the history of currency debasement follows a predictable pattern. Understanding it is one of the most valuable things a long-term investor can do.

The Mission Continues: Mike Maloney’s Message to the GoldSilver Community

Mike Maloney is stepping back from regular GoldSilver videos to focus on his health—but the mission continues. In a candid conversation with Alan Hibbard, Mike reflects on his work, the community he built, and what comes next for GoldSilver.

Is $140,000 the New Poverty Line?

If earning six figures still feels like falling behind, you’re not alone. This breakdown reveals why the real poverty line in America may be closer to $140,000—and how outdated metrics hide the true cost of modern life.