Jon Hilsenrath
Author of Yellen: The Trailblazing Economist Who Navigated an Era of Upheaval. Former reporter for the Wall Street Journal, where he covered the Federal Reserve for many years.
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May 3, 2025 • 60min
Janet Yellen: “She had a view that the world was on fire”
In this insightful discussion, Jon Hilsenrath, author of "Yellen: The Trailblazing Economist Who Navigated an Era of Upheaval," highlights Janet Yellen's assertive leadership as the first female Fed Chair. He contrasts her bulldog approach with Ben Bernanke's consensus style, arguing that she viewed the economy as a fire needing immediate action. They delve into her groundbreaking work on inflation targeting, her crisis management during the 2007-2008 financial meltdown, and the ongoing disconnect between economic policies and everyday American experiences.
Feb 3, 2025 • 1h 11min
The Most Important Guardrail (Guest: Jon Hilsenrath)
Jon Hilsenrath, an esteemed author and veteran journalist from the Wall Street Journal, shares insights from his extensive coverage of the Federal Reserve. He reflects on the evolution of central banking in the U.S., highlighting key historical debates and the challenges of today's economic landscape, including soaring national debt. Hilsenrath also discusses the interplay between political decisions and market dynamics, and the transformative impact of the information revolution on both economics and journalism.
