Episode 1116: The 'Robber Barons' Who Tried to Save America w/ Stormy Waters - Part 1

Stormy Waters, managing partner of a venture capital firm, dives into the 'Business Plot' and the often-overlooked historical figures labeled as 'robber barons.' He argues that many of these industrialists may have been heroes rather than villains. The conversation touches on the intertwining of financial power and political influence, revealing how historical figures shaped American politics amidst the threats of fascism. Waters also critiques the Federal Reserve and reflects on the legacies of wealth and philanthropy in shaping society.