Unmasking the Mystery of the Federal Reserve
Episode Description
Peter Conti-Brown, a professor of legal studies and business ethics at Wharton, has an perspective that isn't always found in academic research. As a financial historian, he is keenly interested how economic institutions evolve and the forces that help them take shape. More: http://knlg.net/1NJEv1u 📂 Finance & Accounting;Public Policy 🏷️ Research
Brief Summary
The episode discusses the Federal Reserve's history and its ties to national security and finance.
Key points
- The Intersection of Disciplines. Exploring the rich intersection of law, finance, history, and politics.
- The Role of the Federal Reserve. Understanding the Federal Reserve's evolution and its impact on today's contentious climate.
- Central Banking and the Cold War. Linking financial security with national security during the Cold War era.
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Episode highlights
- The Role of the Federal ReserveUnderstanding the Federal Reserve's evolution and its impact on today's contentious climate.“The Federal Reserve and its policies are some of the most debated issues today.”1:56Nov 5, 2015
- Central Banking and the Cold WarLinking financial security with national security during the Cold War era.“Central banking and the shadow of the Cold War have a lot to say to each other.”3:18Nov 5, 2015
