The Fed Makes Its Biggest Mistake Yet - Ep 976

Aug 24, 2024

Jerome Powell, the current chair of the Federal Reserve, and Robert Kennedy Jr., an environmental attorney and political figure, join the discussion. They tackle Powell's recent Jackson Hole speech, signaling a pivot in Fed policy towards unemployment over inflation. Kennedy Jr. discusses his surprising endorsement of Donald Trump, navigating the political landscape. The conversation shifts to the implications of a declining dollar and the potential for gold prices to soar. Finally, they critique government spending and the misrepresentation of economic realities.

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Intro

00:00 • 3min

Fed Policy Shifts and Economic Reality

02:34 • 7min

The Gold Surge and Dollar Decline

09:58 • 13min

Inflation, Politics, and Education Reform

22:32 • 19min

Manipulating Crises for Control

41:09 • 5min

Political Dynasties and the Case for Free Markets

45:52 • 7min

The Dangers of Government Intervention

53:02 • 5min