# Gold Whiplash and the Petrodollar

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Podcast: [Minor Issues](https://stenobird.com/podcast/minor-issues-6016417)
Published: 2026-04-04T11:02:21+00:00
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## Resource

On the latest episode of Minor Issues, Mark Thornton shares his interview with Charlotte McLeod of Investing News Network , unpacking the sharp swings in gold and silver since late 2025. Mark connects the selloffs to a tightening business cycle and a growing liquidity crunch, and explains how Middle East conflict and changing energy settlement patterns threaten the petrodollar narrative. Purchase a Minor Issues tumbler today! https://mises.org/MinorIssuesTumbler Be sure to follow Minor Issues at https://Mises.org/MinorIssues

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