Hard Money Matters is a weekly radio program originating from Sarasota, Florida and featuring John Maben of Pegasus Coin & Jewelry, and hosted by overnight talk show host Kyle Warren.  Each week John and  Kyle discuss the precious coin and jewelry marketplace, how it fits into the contemporary investment world and how folks can access the large inventory Pegasus has to offer

The show airs Saturday afternoons at noon on AM 930 The Answer in Sarasota.  Listen each week LIVE here, call John at Pegasus Coin & Jewelry at 941-725-6100, visit their website

Hard Money Matters is a weekly radio program originating from Sarasota, Florida and featuring John Maben of Pegasus Coin &amp; Jewelry, and hosted by overnight talk show host Kyle Warren.&nbsp; Each week John and&nbsp; Kyle discuss the precious coin and jewelry marketplace, how it fits into the contemporary investment world and how folks can access the large inventory Pegasus has to offer
The show airs Saturday afternoons at noon on AM 930 The Answer in Sarasota.&nbsp; Listen each week LIVE <a href="https://theanswersarasota.com/listenlive">here</a>, call John at Pegasus Coin &amp; Jewelry at 941-725-6100, visit their <a href="https://www.pegavault.com/">website</a>

Hard Money Matters

Pegasus Show 36 - Full Length 25 Minutes

In this engaging edition of Hard Money Matters on AM 930 The Answer, hosts Kyle Warren and professional numismatist John Mabin dive deep into the dynamic world of precious metals and coin collecting. They analyze a recent sharp but healthy correction in gold prices following an explosive run-up, viewing it as a necessary reset amid speculation rather than a reversal, with strong underlying demand from tech, solar, AI, and especially the emerging dominance of nuclear power as a future energy powerhouse—far surpassing current alternatives like lithium or EVs in long-term potential. Dismissing direct links between President Trump's nomination of Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair and the metals dip, they emphasize patience, avoiding knee-jerk reactions, and measured portfolio exposure (echoing Ray Dalio's 5-15% guideline). The conversation highlights sustained industrial demand for gold and silver, while shifting to numismatics with the blockbuster sale of an 1804 silver dollar for millions—celebrated as America's "King of Coins" due to its extreme rarity (only 15 known) and intriguing backstory of being minted later than dated. They explore rewarding aspects of collecting at any budget level, from curated typesets and historically romantic pieces potentially handled by figures like George Washington, to quirky niches like "poor" graded coins prized for their condition extremes. John shares skepticism on mutilated "waffle" coins as a serious pursuit, calling them curiosities rather than legitimate collectibles. Throughout, the episode blends market insights, historical allure, and practical advice, underscoring the enduring fascination of coins tied to American history and the thrill of discovery in precious metals—always with the reminder that these are opinions, not investment advice, and that buying/selling carries risks.

In this engaging edition of Hard Money Matters on AM 930 The Answer, hosts Kyle Warren and professional numismatist John Mabin dive deep into the dynamic world of precious metals and coin collecting. They analyze a recent sharp but healthy correction in gold prices following an explosive run-up, viewing it as a necessary reset amid speculation rather than a reversal, with strong underlying demand from tech, solar, AI, and especially the emerging dominance of nuclear power as a future energy powerhouse&mdash;far surpassing current alternatives like lithium or EVs in long-term potential. Dismissing direct links between President Trump's nomination of Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair and the metals dip, they emphasize patience, avoiding knee-jerk reactions, and measured portfolio exposure (echoing Ray Dalio's 5-15% guideline). The conversation highlights sustained industrial demand for gold and silver, while shifting to numismatics with the blockbuster sale of an 1804 silver dollar for millions&mdash;celebrated as America's "King of Coins" due to its extreme rarity (only 15 known) and intriguing backstory of being minted later than dated. They explore rewarding aspects of collecting at any budget level, from curated typesets and historically romantic pieces potentially handled by figures like George Washington, to quirky niches like "poor" graded coins prized for their condition extremes. John shares skepticism on mutilated "waffle" coins as a serious pursuit, calling them curiosities rather than legitimate collectibles. Throughout, the episode blends market insights, historical allure, and practical advice, underscoring the enduring fascination of coins tied to American history and the thrill of discovery in precious metals&mdash;always with the reminder that these are opinions, not investment advice, and that buying/selling carries risks.

Gold Correction, Fed Speculation, and Coin Collecting Insights

In this riveting January 2026 edition of Hard Money Matters, hosts Kyle Warren and John Mabin (founder of Pegasus Coin and Jewelry in Bradenton) express genuine astonishment at the unrelenting precious metals bull run, with gold surging past $4,700/oz (continuing its meteoric ascent that feels "beyond absurd" yet persistent) and silver pushing higher amid forecasts like Deutsche Bank's $6,000+ gold target by year-end—while stressing the market's extreme abnormality, daily rule changes by big players, margin calls, credit lines pulled, and widespread dealer cash crunches from massive buy volumes outpacing immediate liquidity. John hopes for eventual stabilization in a 5–10% trading range for "normalcy" to benefit everyone, warning that unchecked volatility isn't healthy and could lead to sharp corrections (even catastrophic single-day drops, as seen historically in stocks). They revisit the critical importance of physical possession—owning metal you can hold/control—over paper/allocated forms, storage facilities, or gold IRAs (high fees, loss of control, hassle to sell, and dealer incentives skewing promotion), favoring direct physical buys or major ETFs (GLD, SLV, PPLT) only for short-term trading with full risk awareness. Geopolitical threads tie in: Trump's Greenland strategy (securing rare earths/military dominance without formal ownership, arguably a win for U.S. security) could inspire China's Taiwan playbook (occupy key areas, install bases, maintain facade of sovereignty), while global uncertainty (central bank buying, fiat erosion) sustains the rally. John expresses strong skepticism on a Fort Knox audit push—arguing the government already knows exact holdings but withholds disclosure to avoid political chaos (infighting over uses like welfare/Medicare vs. strategic reserves) and preserve uncertainty as a deterrent to adversaries. Amid volatility reminders—no straight-up forever, rotations inevitable—they celebrate the thrill of this unprecedented environment while urging prudence. As always, opinions aren't investment advice, and buying/selling precious metals/coins carries risks of loss—visit Pegasus for trusted appraisals or tune in next week!

In this riveting January 2026 edition of Hard Money Matters, hosts Kyle Warren and John Mabin (founder of Pegasus Coin and Jewelry in Bradenton) express genuine astonishment at the unrelenting precious metals bull run, with gold surging past $4,700/oz (continuing its meteoric ascent that feels "beyond absurd" yet persistent) and silver pushing higher amid forecasts like Deutsche Bank's $6,000+ gold target by year-end&mdash;while stressing the market's extreme abnormality, daily rule changes by big players, margin calls, credit lines pulled, and widespread dealer cash crunches from massive buy volumes outpacing immediate liquidity. John hopes for eventual stabilization in a 5&ndash;10% trading range for "normalcy" to benefit everyone, warning that unchecked volatility isn't healthy and could lead to sharp corrections (even catastrophic single-day drops, as seen historically in stocks). They revisit the critical importance of physical possession&mdash;owning metal you can hold/control&mdash;over paper/allocated forms, storage facilities, or gold IRAs (high fees, loss of control, hassle to sell, and dealer incentives skewing promotion), favoring direct physical buys or major ETFs (GLD, SLV, PPLT) only for short-term trading with full risk awareness. Geopolitical threads tie in: Trump's Greenland strategy (securing rare earths/military dominance without formal ownership, arguably a win for U.S. security) could inspire China's Taiwan playbook (occupy key areas, install bases, maintain facade of sovereignty), while global uncertainty (central bank buying, fiat erosion) sustains the rally. John expresses strong skepticism on a Fort Knox audit push&mdash;arguing the government already knows exact holdings but withholds disclosure to avoid political chaos (infighting over uses like welfare/Medicare vs. strategic reserves) and preserve uncertainty as a deterrent to adversaries. Amid volatility reminders&mdash;no straight-up forever, rotations inevitable&mdash;they celebrate the thrill of this unprecedented environment while urging prudence. As always, opinions aren't investment advice, and buying/selling precious metals/coins carries risks of loss&mdash;visit Pegasus for trusted appraisals or tune in next week!

Gold Blasts Past $4,700: $6,000 Forecast, Volatility Warnings, and Why Physical Beats Paper

In this high-energy mid-February 2026 edition of Hard Money Matters, hosts Kyle Warren and John Mabin (founder of Pegasus Coin and Jewelry in Bradenton) marvel at the breathtaking precious metals rally, with gold climbing past $4,700/oz (continuing its historic ascent with no clear ceiling in sight) and silver shocking observers by reaching $95/oz and barreling toward $100 amid relentless momentum—transforming a single roll of Silver Eagles from ~$600 melt value not long ago to ~$2,000 today. They discuss the mix of euphoria and caution: congratulations to long-term holders staring at massive profits, while new buyers face tough decisions at these levels—John advising patience for a pullback if starting fresh, though one may never come given the run's "legs." Driving forces include surging global demand from central banks hoarding gold as a fiat hedge/default currency, industrial/tech needs (AI, batteries, EVs), and geopolitical uncertainties—Trump's push for Greenland (rich in rare earth minerals critical for tech/defense, echoing past U.S. territorial buys paid in gold), China's influence, Russia's role, Venezuela/Mexico dynamics, and Canada's perceived retaliatory pivot toward Beijing. They highlight real-world shop activity: heavy profit-taking as holders sell unused jewelry or bars (turning dormant assets into cash amid highs), but far more sellers than buyers straining dealer liquidity—shops acting as "banks" with delayed wholesale payouts, lower buy percentages relative to spot, and occasional terms for large numismatic sales. John shares Ray Dalio's Davos insights (gold surging amid fiat order breakdown but wisely limited to 5–15% of portfolios for balance, not all-in exuberance) and expresses growing skepticism toward cryptocurrency (imaginary, hackable, eroding confidence vs. metals' millennia-proven track record). Amid volatility warnings—no straight-up moves forever, rotations inevitable, higher risk than equities—they celebrate metals' timeless appeal as a hedge and the abundance of free information for informed decisions with strong "BS filters." As always, opinions aren't investment advice, and buying/selling precious metals/coins carries risks of loss—visit Pegasus for expert estimates or tune in next week!

In this high-energy mid-February 2026 edition of Hard Money Matters, hosts Kyle Warren and John Mabin (founder of Pegasus Coin and Jewelry in Bradenton) marvel at the breathtaking precious metals rally, with gold climbing past $4,700/oz (continuing its historic ascent with no clear ceiling in sight) and silver shocking observers by reaching $95/oz and barreling toward $100 amid relentless momentum&mdash;transforming a single roll of Silver Eagles from ~$600 melt value not long ago to ~$2,000 today. They discuss the mix of euphoria and caution: congratulations to long-term holders staring at massive profits, while new buyers face tough decisions at these levels&mdash;John advising patience for a pullback if starting fresh, though one may never come given the run's "legs." Driving forces include surging global demand from central banks hoarding gold as a fiat hedge/default currency, industrial/tech needs (AI, batteries, EVs), and geopolitical uncertainties&mdash;Trump's push for Greenland (rich in rare earth minerals critical for tech/defense, echoing past U.S. territorial buys paid in gold), China's influence, Russia's role, Venezuela/Mexico dynamics, and Canada's perceived retaliatory pivot toward Beijing. They highlight real-world shop activity: heavy profit-taking as holders sell unused jewelry or bars (turning dormant assets into cash amid highs), but far more sellers than buyers straining dealer liquidity&mdash;shops acting as "banks" with delayed wholesale payouts, lower buy percentages relative to spot, and occasional terms for large numismatic sales. John shares Ray Dalio's Davos insights (gold surging amid fiat order breakdown but wisely limited to 5&ndash;15% of portfolios for balance, not all-in exuberance) and expresses growing skepticism toward cryptocurrency (imaginary, hackable, eroding confidence vs. metals' millennia-proven track record). Amid volatility warnings&mdash;no straight-up moves forever, rotations inevitable, higher risk than equities&mdash;they celebrate metals' timeless appeal as a hedge and the abundance of free information for informed decisions with strong "BS filters." As always, opinions aren't investment advice, and buying/selling precious metals/coins carries risks of loss&mdash;visit Pegasus for expert estimates or tune in next week!

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