# 2026 Preview: Predictions and Stories to Watch

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Podcast: [The Reality Taboo](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-reality-taboo-6726333)
Published: 2026-01-02T12:28:06+00:00
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## Resource

Ness offers his predictions for 2026 on gold prices, the midterm elections, and Venezuela under Nicolás Maduro, and fertility. Jeff reveals his list of stories to watch in 2026. A look ahead at what promises to be a consequential year.

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