

Fed Independence & Powering AI 11/12/24
Nov 12, 2024
Judy Shelton, senior fellow at the Independent Institute and a former Federal Reserve Board nominee, alongside Jared Cohen, President of Global Affairs at Goldman Sachs, dive into pressing economic and geopolitical topics. They discuss the turbulent future of the Federal Reserve amid calls for greater accountability and independence. Cohen highlights the energy demands of artificial intelligence and the need for 'data center diplomacy' in U.S.-China rivalry. The episode also touches on significant market shifts following recent political changes and the evolving landscape of technology.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Energy, Economy, and Political Maneuvering
01:41 • 8min
Wealth, Energy, and Innovation
09:59 • 3min
AI's Energy Demand and Geopolitical Challenges
13:15 • 10min
Debate on Federal Reserve Independence and Humor in History
23:38 • 3min
Reassessing Federal Reserve Independence
26:32 • 14min
Exploring the Fed's Role in Wealth Disparity and Future Implications
40:53 • 3min