
BRICS nations to drag US back into the gold standard? Feat. Ron Branstetter
In this week’s episode of Live from the Vault, Andrew Maguire is joined – a popular request – by Ron Branstetter of Ron’s Basement to discuss the accelerating pace of change that silver stackers should expect in the months to come.
The precious metals experts take listeners through the implications of recent manoeuvres of the Global South, questioning whether international conflict can be avoided through leveraging a global gold and silver reevaluation.

Andrew Maguire
Precious metals expert & whistleblower
Andrew Maguire is a well-known figure in the precious metals industry, primarily recognised as a whistleblower and expert on gold and silver markets. With nearly 50 years of experience as a commodities trader, he has become a key voice on market manipulation in the precious metals sector, particularly within the COMEX (Commodity Exchange) markets.
As an independent Loco London metals trader and analyst, Maguire has delivered Precious Metals Advisory and Trading services to international hedge fund managers, bullion banks, metal traders, and some of the world’s largest financial institutions. His established relationships with regulatory bodies, including the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ), as well as the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), underscore his trusted role in the industry.
In 2010, Maguire brought global attention to silver market manipulation through a whistleblower testimony to the CFTC, cementing his reputation as a highly credible authority in the precious metals community.
Today, he continues to provide his insights into precious metals and financial markets as a regular commentator on the Live from the Vault podcast, where he explores trends and developments shaping the global financial landscape.

Ron Branstetter
Host of Ron’s Basement
Ron Branstetter hosts the weekly YouTube livestream, “Ron’s Basement”. He is known for his insightful commentary on the gold and silver market, precious metals mining stocks, and global events presented with a touch of humour.
Ron’s channel covers the subjects of gold stocks, gold mining, precious metals investing, silver mines, silver mining, and inflation. With a keen eye on the evolving landscape of precious metals, Ron provides valuable perspectives for seasoned investors and newcomers alike.