In this episode, Shamus Madan interviews Michael A. Gayed, discussing market indicators, investing strategies, and the importance of financial education. They delve into market dynamics, risk management, and alternative assets, with a focus on Bitcoin. Gayed explains the lumber to gold ratio, its market significance, and its relationship with stock market volatility and interest rates. They discuss portfolio allocation, the current market bubble, potential crashes, inflation, and the fragility of the financial system. In this episode, Michael A. Gayed joins us to discuss markets, the lumber to gold ratio, crypto, the market bubble and more! Twitter: @leadlagreport and @mbitpodcast Disclaimer: The MBIT podcast is reflecting the opinion of only the host. The podcast is for informational purposes only. The podcast is not a research report and is not a recommendation to purchase or sell any stocks, holdings or securities. The podcast is also not meant to serve as the basis of any investment decision (0:00) Introduction to the MBIT podcast and guest Michael Gayed (2:06) Michael Gayed's market indicators research (3:44) Insights on beginner investing strategies and the importance of financial education (8:06) Michael Gayed on market dynamics, risk management, and alternative assets (10:03) Discussion on the future of Bitcoin (12:28) Understanding the lumber to gold ratio and its market significance (15:38) The relationship between gold price, stock market volatility, and interest rates (17:56) Portfolio allocation: Should investors turn to lumber and gold? (19:22) Current state of the market bubble and potential crashes (21:14) The potential long-term impact of rapid inflation and the fragility of the financial system (25:11) Shamus Madan's closing remarks and thanks to Michael A. Gayed (25:49) Shamus Madan's disclaimer and closing statement