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220: Marc Faber – Buying Asian Investments & Currencies On The Cheap Dec 07, 2022

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Today’s guest on the Expat Money Show is Marc Faber, Editor and Publisher of the ‘’Gloom, Boom & Doom Report.’’ Born in Zurich, Switzerland, he studied Economics at the University of Zurich and, at the age of 24, obtained a Ph.D. in Economics magna cum laude. In 1990, he set up his business, publishing a widely read monthly investment newsletter, “THE GLOOM, BOOM & DOOM” report highlighting unusual investment opportunities. He is also the author of several books, including “TOMORROW’S GOLD – Asia’s Age of Discovery”

TODAY’S CONVERSATION WITH MARC FABER

Listen in to today's conversation I have with Marc Faber about the possibility of war between China and Taiwan. What are his predictions, and what are they willing to do regarding money and war?
Do the Taiwanese people want conflict? Or is it that the US likes to provoke conflict?
Where do you hold your assets? Marc shares his basic allocation and the percentage for each.
Is holding cash a good idea? And if so, what currency is worth holding?
Why is it vitally important to hold your gold in the country you live in and not in another country?
Online brokerage accounts. Are they a good idea? How safe are they?
An important question to ask yourself: How will I lose the least in an environment where things are bad? Marc explains all.
A serious risk that the governments will impose some sort of wealth taxation. In an emergency decree, a government can do anything; look at what Trudeau did during the trucker strike.
We discuss Qatar and the UAE and their monarchies, as opposed to the corruption with Canada’s Trudeau and the fact that democracies have the very worst people at the top.
I asked Marc, what countries would you diversify in?
If you are holding US cash, what other fiat should we look at? And what does he believe the top 3 currencies are?

HOW TO REACH MARC FABER

www.gloomboomdoom.com

CONCLUSION

What an interesting conversation with one of the most brilliant minds of today. If you want to learn from the best, here is a glimpse into who Marc Faber is and why you should be listening to him.

Mentioned in this episode:

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

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The Hub—Your Offshore Command Center

If you're serious about protecting your wealth and securing your freedom, you need more than just information—you need a plan, a network, and the right tools. That's where The Hub comes in. As a member, you'll gain access to exclusive resources, expert consultations, and a community of like-minded individuals all working towards the same goal: sovereignty. Don't navigate the complexities of offshore living alone. Join The Hub today. Visit ExpatMoney.com/membership.

Expat Money Paid Membership

Governments Hate This Trip

Paraguay doesn’t make headlines—and that’s exactly what makes it powerful. No wealth tax. No global tax. No chaos. This year, I’m leading a private group into the heart of Latin America’s best-kept secret. You’ll get boots-on-the-ground access to lawyers, investments, and a second residency most people don’t even know exists. Governments hate this strategy—and that’s exactly why it works. If you’re serious about a real escape plan, go to ExpatMoney.com/Paraguay.

Paraguay Potential—Your Gateway to Offshore Freedom

Paraguay is the offshore world’s best-kept secret—but not for long. With a booming economy, investor-friendly policies, and a strategic location in South America, it’s the perfect place to diversify your portfolio and secure your freedom. That’s why I created Paraguay Potential—a free newsletter delivering boots-on-the-ground insights, exclusive investment opportunities, and real-time updates on our projects. Don’t miss out on the next big thing. Go to ParaguayPotential.com.

Paraguay Potential Newsletter

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

219: Far from Home: Handling the Death of Loved Ones as an Expat Nov 30, 2022

Show notes

In this episode, I want to discuss a topic I have never talked about before on the show, it is not a happy topic, but I believe it is an important topic, and I hope it might help someone out there from my audience.

Mentioned in this episode:

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

Paraguay Potential—Your Gateway to Offshore Freedom

Paraguay Potential Newsletter

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

Governments Hate This Trip

The Hub—Your Offshore Command Center

Expat Money Paid Membership

218: Powering the Future: Nick Giambruno on Energy and Bitcoin Nov 23, 2022

Show notes

Nick Giambruno is a renowned speculator and international investor. He's the Founder of The Financial Underground and Editor in Chief of its premium investment research publication, Contra Speculator. Nick travels the world searching for lucrative investment opportunities in overlooked markets and is known for spotting geopolitical and economic trends early.

TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH NICK GIAMBRUNO

Nick and I dig into early Bitcoin adoption and what China and Russia would look like if they adopted Bitcoin.
Argentina and Venezuela, both energy-producing countries, might be great candidates as well to adopt Bitcoin and lead the world in Bitcoin mining, but what would that look like?
Understanding the Petrodollar, the relations between the Saudis and the Americans, and knowing the fundamentals here.
A fascinating conversation regarding governments using Bitcoin to trade things like oil and other commodities like grains and such, all in Bitcoin.
Are there good investments or speculations in the Middle East that are worthwhile?
Nick and I discuss the big picture situation geopolitically, economically, and how very important it is concerning the Middle East.
Nick shares his research on Bitcoin mining companies, and we learn about these companies and what the difference is between investing in them as opposed to investing in Bitcoin directly.
If you’re a beginner in buying and selling Bitcoin, Nick explains his favourite wallet and what you need to do to hold your bitcoin safely.
Learn when the best time to buy Bitcoin is, how you can know what point in the cycle you are and how long you should hold on to it to ensure you make a good return on your investment.

RELATED EPISODES

217: Online Privacy For Freedom-Minded Individuals – Terry Tillaart 137: Blockchain And The Future Of The Internet – Marco Wutzer 108: Bitcoin vs Gold Live Debate From Vegas

HOW TO REACH

FinancialUnderground.com Twitter @NickGiambruno

CONCLUSION

Amazing conversation with Nick Giambruno. We really cover a lot of topics and ground on this episode. Fast-paced and so interesting. Don’t miss this one!

Mentioned in this episode:

Paraguay Potential—Your Gateway to Offshore Freedom

Paraguay Potential Newsletter

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

The Hub—Your Offshore Command Center

Expat Money Paid Membership

Governments Hate This Trip

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

217: Guarding Your Digital Footprint: Privacy Tips from Terry Tillaart Nov 16, 2022

Show notes

Terry Tillaart is a proponent of private, decentralized, sound money, a crypto enthusiast, a privacy advocate and a regular speaker at international freedom conferences.

MY DISCUSSION WITH TERRY TILLAART

Today’s conversation with Terry Tillaart focuses on how we should be looking at ways to seek absolute freedom in our lives.
Why is freedom important? Why should we be looking at getting away from the control of organizations that don’t have our best interests at heart, even though they claim they are doing it for our sake?
Concepts that we must absolutely stop doing now, right now, and why this is vital to our future, your family's future.
How do we support projects that support freedom and businesses that move us closer to our main objectives of a parallel society?
If you believe that the last 3 years has been orchestrated by groups worldwide that don’t have your best interest at heart, then this is the episode for you.
We dig deeper into which crypto is for the people, which ones are pro-freedom, and which ones can’t be controlled.
What you absolutely must know to be able to survive what is coming for the future of our world.
Terry shares his favourite privacy coins and why he thinks these are a much better option.
I talked with Terry about how things could have turned out differently if people who donated to the Trucker Convoy had used a privacy coin and how they wouldn’t have had their accounts frozen, not had their assets seized and would not be on some kind of watch list.

HOW TO REACH TERRY TILLAART & IMPORTANT LINKS FOR PRIVACY

Private Telegram Group https://t.me/+fRKdC-m1ActiNDRh www.terrytillaart.com Most Private Email - www.mailfence.com Best Browser - https://decentr.net (also has the best search engine built in https://presearch.io ) More Resources in Telegram Group https://t.me/+fRKdC-m1ActiNDRh

RELATED EPISODES

137: Blockchain And The Future Of The Internet – Marco Wutzer 188: Deep Dive On Privacy Coins And How To Stay Anonymous – Tobias Ruck 162: How Privacy Can Protect You If They Come For You – Gabriel Custodiet

CONCLUSION

This is a fast-paced, packed-to-the-brim podcast episode with Terry Tillaart on freedom and the use of cryptocurrencies. We uncover so much really great information in less than one hour; it’s crazy. This is an important episode; make sure you don’t miss it.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Hub—Your Offshore Command Center

Expat Money Paid Membership

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

Governments Hate This Trip

Paraguay Potential—Your Gateway to Offshore Freedom

Paraguay Potential Newsletter

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

216: Rediscover Freedom: Marc Clair’s Mexican Adventure Revisited Nov 09, 2022

Show notes

Marc Clair and I discuss his expat journey, leaving Los Angeles, where he had lived for more than a decade, to live in Mexico City. We discuss the struggles and craziness of dealing with the Mexican government to get residency and in the USA to get a green card for his wife and stepson. Enjoy!

Mentioned in this episode:

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

Governments Hate This Trip

The Hub—Your Offshore Command Center

Expat Money Paid Membership

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

Paraguay Potential—Your Gateway to Offshore Freedom

Paraguay Potential Newsletter

215: The Countdown Begins: Exciting Updates & Summit Sneak Peek Nov 02, 2022

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Today on the Expat Money Show, I want to update you, my faithful listeners, on what you can expect from the Expat Money Summit that starts next Monday, November 7, until the 11th. I don’t want anyone to miss out on learning how you can secure your new life abroad.

HERE ARE SOME OF THE THINGS I DISCUSS IN THIS EPISODE

Don’t miss possibly one of the most important decisions of your life; listen to the speakers that we have lined up for this Summit; it will blow you away!
I share with you some really cool secrets I’ve got planned for this Summit and how you can get involved.
It’s not too late! Go to www.ExpatMoneySummit.com to register. Do it Now!!
After you listen to this episode, you’ll want to upgrade to a VIP or Founders ticket, you will go absolutely crazy over the benefits we are giving you with one of these tickets; truly a lifetime of giving!
I share with you what we have in store for our evening entertainment! This is worth the price of a VIP ticket on its own.
Best of all, we’ve got a fantastic giveaway happening, you can register here: https://ExpatMoneyShow.com/giveaway. I’ll tell you all about the amazing prizes you could win with this giveaway, and it’s totally free to sign up.
To top it off, hear all about our fantastic trip to Uruguay in October with my private clients and learn why people work with me and how you can too.

CONCLUSION

The Expat Money Summit has been a labour of love. My team and I have worked tirelessly to bring you the very best presenters that we could, I know you’re going to enjoy this episode.

Mentioned in this episode:

Paraguay Potential—Your Gateway to Offshore Freedom

Paraguay Potential Newsletter

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

The Hub—Your Offshore Command Center

Expat Money Paid Membership

Governments Hate This Trip

214: Patri Friedman’s Legal Strategies for Ultimate Freedom Oct 26, 2022

Show notes

Patri Friedman is the General Partner at Pronomos Capital, the first venture fund for charter cities and network states. He coded at Google for ten years, has run a small angel fund since 2011, has degrees in math, CS, and business, and has been a leader in the competitive governance space for over 20 years. Patri has board memberships and advisory positions across the charter city/network state space. He also regularly gives talks, interviews, and holds events around the world.

TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH PATRI FRIEDMAN

How can you stack different legal jurisdictions to maximize your freedom?
What is the number one investment trend in the world that no one is talking about?
Which country, at the edge of the world, is truly pushing the envelope in the field of governance, and what can you do to take advantage of the situation?
How can looking at laws, the same way we look at software code, be the breakthrough that restores liberty to the world?
Where do modern flag theory and charter cities meet?
What are all smart, savvy investors betting on in the future?
Where are innovators looking to next in the world, and what can you do to get involved?

HOW TO REACH PATRI FRIEDMAN

Pronomos Capital Pronomos Capital - LinkedIn

RELATED EPISODES

202: What Is A Startup City? – Francisco Litvay 192: Building Free Private Cities Around The World – Peter Young 210: How To Use Special Economic Zones – Thibault Serlet

CONCLUSION

What an amazing conversation I had with Patri Friedman today. I learned a ton of really fascinating things about law and governance and how to build a better city or country that suits the needs of those who want to live there. I think this is such a great episode to listen to. Don’t miss this one.

Mentioned in this episode:

Paraguay Potential—Your Gateway to Offshore Freedom

Paraguay Potential Newsletter

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

Governments Hate This Trip

The Hub—Your Offshore Command Center

Expat Money Paid Membership

213: From The Bay Area To Mexico An Expat Story – Ken Oct 19, 2022

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Ken has been a client of mine for around five years straight I would say. I have helped him and his beautiful family with many things in the expat space, and he has become one of my dearest friends in the world. In this week's episode of the podcast, Ken sits down with Susan James from my team to discuss his journey as an expat and the different residencies and investments they have made around the world.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Hub—Your Offshore Command Center

Expat Money Paid Membership

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

Governments Hate This Trip

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

Paraguay Potential—Your Gateway to Offshore Freedom

Paraguay Potential Newsletter

212: Enelin Toneva’s Blueprint for Remote Earnings via Affiliate Marketing Oct 12, 2022

Show notes

Enelin Toneva has been working remotely since 2015. In that time, she has visited 40+ countries, led teams from 5 to 150 people and founded a coworking space in Tallinn, Estonia. Her company, Digitarial Agency, is a boutique agency that helps clients to create, launch and manage affiliate and referral programs & PR partnerships.

TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH ENELIN

Have you gone remote with your job but have a hard time figuring out how to make a living from it? This episode is for you!
Wondering what affiliate marketing is all about? Enelin and I discuss how you can become extremely successful using affiliate marketing.
Discover the difference between affiliate marketing and referral programs and which one is best suited for your company.
Are you a social media influencer? Listen to Enelin’s advice on how to make a lot more money for your business.
No matter how big or small your business is, Enelin tells me that there is a system in place for you to grow your client base and earn additional income.
Enelin goes into depth on how to work with brands and optimize your returns.
Find out the type of businesses that Enelin and her company look for to work with, and see if your company fits her profile. You could be a good fit to work together.
I talk about how I like to run my business, how people come to me and who I truly enjoy working with. I also discuss my marketing strategies. As a business owner myself, you will get value here.
Listen in as Enelin reveals her favourite type of marketing. Is it YouTube, emails, or podcasts? She lets us in on what she finds works best!
I let you in on my secret of podcasting and why I enjoy it so much.
Enelin digs deep into helping companies who want to scale using influencer marketing and maybe create an affiliate program for the business.
Tips and tricks for companies that already have a business and are looking to leverage that a little bit more.

HOW TO REACH ENELIN TONEVA

Agency website, https://www.vivianagency.com/ Ecourse for DIY affiliate program for your business: https://enelinpaas.teachable.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/enelinpaas

RELATED EPISODES

209: Life As A Long Term Digital Nomad – Kristin Wilson 175: Telemedicine For International Families – Efrat Sagi-Ofir 167: Why Go Remote And How To Get Started

CONCLUSION

Great conversation today with Enelin. It doesn’t matter where your business is at the moment; whether you are just starting out or an influencer, understanding and implementing affiliate marketing and referral programs can be very advantageous.

Mentioned in this episode:

Paraguay Potential—Your Gateway to Offshore Freedom

Paraguay Potential Newsletter

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

Governments Hate This Trip

The Hub—Your Offshore Command Center

Expat Money Paid Membership

211: Discover Honduras: A Roadmap for Aspiring Expats Oct 05, 2022

Show notes

Today on the Expat Money Show, I would like to share a really great webinar that I did with my friend Patrick Hiebert from EcoVillages.Life. The webinar is titled: Expat Life In Honduras - Where To Go And How To Get There. We had an amazing turnout live, and I wanted to share with all of you this amazing opportunity.

RELATED EPISODES

201: Investing In Agoforestry For Residency 190: How To Build A Self-Sustaining Libertarian Community In Latin America - Patrick Hiebert 116: How To Move To Panama Or Use It As Your Plan-B Residency

HOW TO REACH PATRICK HIEBERT

expat@EcoVillages.life

CONCLUSION

I really hope you all enjoyed this presentation as much as I did. Patrick Hiebert is a real pro and certainly understands the importance of self-sustainability and not relying on corporations or the government.

Mentioned in this episode:

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

Paraguay Potential—Your Gateway to Offshore Freedom

Paraguay Potential Newsletter

The Hub—Your Offshore Command Center

Expat Money Paid Membership

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

Governments Hate This Trip