Join James Connor and esteemed guest Nicholas Colas of DataTrek Research as they delve into the complexities of today's economic landscape. From the bullish future of gold amidst inflation tears to understanding the intricate dance between cryptocurrency and traditional investment vehicles, Colas offers unparalleled insights. Discover the critical importance of adopting a disciplined trading approach and learn why gold and crypto might just be your portfolio's best allies in these uncertain times. Whether you're navigating inflation, investing in gold, or curious about the future of crypto, this episode is packed with invaluable advice for protecting and growing your wealth. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 5:43 - Economic cycles and interest rates 10:55 - Inflation and its impact 13:56 - Oil prices economy and stock market 19:22 - NASDAQ performance, NVIDIA, and Bitcoin 23:26 - Gold and Bitcoin as investments 28:31 - Economy, markets, and investing 32:54 - Gold market and economy with bullish predictions