THE SAVAGE NATION THE GREAT GOLD RESET! With Shanon Davis, CEO of American Alternative Assets - #931
Mar 19, 2026
Shanon Davis, CEO of American Alternative Assets and precious metals specialist, brings venture capital and alternative asset experience. He flags economic warning signs like hidden unemployment and energy-driven inflation. They explore why people trust physical gold and silver, the practical use of fractional coins, and strategies to protect retirement savings amid financial system risks.
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Savage's Lifelong Coin Collecting
- Michael Savage has collected coins since childhood and stores his gold in a bank safe rather than at home.
- He bought gold starting around $279/oz in 2000 and mentions purchases up to $500 over the years, illustrating generational collecting and long-term holding.
Labor Data May Mask Real Weakness
- Shanon Davis argues official employment stats mask weakening labor demand, citing five negative payroll months and adjusted unemployment near 5.6%.
- He contrasts reported 6 million jobs since 2019 with a needed 2.5 million per year, implying a 9 million shortfall.
Energy Shock Is Feeding Inflation And Demand Loss
- Davis links rising energy costs from the Iran conflict to broader inflation that erodes retirees' savings and reduces consumer demand.
- He warns falling productivity and weaker demand create a brittle economic foundation under 401(k)-dependent retirees.