Join investigative reporter and author Christopher Leonard in this thought-provoking episode as he uncovers the dark side of the US Federal Reserve and its policies. Discover how the Fed's massive borrowing through quantitative easing policy has contributed to inflation, widened the wealth gap, and increased the risk system since the Great Recession of 2008. Leonard contextualizes the Fed's history and connects the dots between the easy money environment, the state of capitalism, and the reserve currencies. As the American easy money party comes to an end, get ready to explore the implications of the Fed's actions and what individuals can do in response. Tune in now to discover how the Fed's impact on the economy has jeopardized economic stability and accelerated income inequality.
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