In this episode, today’s guest is Simon Popple, founder of The Gold Program, which is designed to deliver returns better than the gold price itself (averaging 10.6% annually over the last 25 years). Simon runs two actively managed portfolios that are generating strong returns, and he shares valuable insights on how gold can protect wealth, outpace inflation, and fit into a smart investment strategy.   We cover:   * Why gold has surged in 2025 and what’s driving prices higher * The 4 key gold drivers: Market Uncertainty, Interest Rates, Debt, Inflation (MIDI) * Why countries and central banks are buying more gold * How individuals can get started: coins, bars, ETFs, funds, equities * The difference between short-term speculation and long-term gold investing * How gold compares to property, crypto, and equities as an inflation hedge * Tax advantages of gold investing (capital gains and legal tender coins) * Practical advice on diversifying portfolios with gold exposure   Simon Popple's Contact Details: 🌐 Website: www.goldprogram.co.uk 📱 Mobile: 07771 711104 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-popple-4a382a16/   If you enjoyed this episode, please watch, like, comment, share, and subscribe. Your support helps us bring you more expert insights on business, investing, and resilience.