A Big Week for One Particular Gold Book

US launch, new interviews, and why the case for owning gold hasn’t gone away

May 03, 2026

Good Sunday to you,

The Secret History of Gold comes out this week in the US. So this is, whether I like it or not, a big week.

The reviews on Amazon have been very encouraging. 4.9 is a pretty good ratio. (And the only 3* review was because the book arrived with a damaged dust cover, so I’ll take that as a win).

In the run-up, I’ve been doing a number of interviews. I thought I’d share the best of them and why they’re worth your time.

Here I am talking gold to Michelle Makori, who does something most interviewers don’t bother with: she prepares. We cover lots of history, where we are now and where this cycle might go next. Ignore my red nose. It was sunny.

And here’s a conversation with Michael Maharrey of Money Metals. This one goes deeper into the monetary side of things, and why gold keeps reasserting itself.

The macro case for gold is as strong as ever, particularly if you live in a second tier nation (most of Western Europe) or below. Price action is hesitant, and my view remains that we are in a period of consolidation after last year’s run up. A good time for positioning.

If you live in a third world country such as the UK, I urge you to own gold or silver. The pound will be further devalued, as will the euro and dollar. The bullion dealer I use and recommend is The Pure Gold Company. They deliver to the UK, the US, Canada and Europe. More here.

Finally, here is this week’s commentary

With an additional note on for paying subscribers here.