Words & Numbers
Words & Numbers
Free the People
Episode 459: What the Fed?
1 hour 13 minutes Posted Sep 30, 2025 at 11:00 am.
Introduction
Homelessness and Poverty in Germany
New Study on Obesity
Foolishness of the Week: Pam Bondi on Hate Speech
The Fed Cuts Interest Rates
The Role of the Federal Reserve
The Fed’s Inflation Problem
The Government’s Borrowing Problem
Inflation is a Tax
The Effects of Political Influence on the Fed
Long-term Economic Impacts of Inflation
New Currency and the Value of Money
The Dangers of Centralized Digital Currency
Our Grim Economic Predictions
What Should We Do?
Conclusion
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Show notes
In this episode, we examine the surprising homelessness rates in Germany and what’s being done about it, as well as the recent interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, analyzing their potential impact on inflation, consumer behavior, and the broader economy. We discuss societal perceptions of obesity, the role of government policy in shaping economic outcomes, and the challenges of balancing economic growth with social welfare. Finally, we reflect on the importance of understanding economic indicators and their real-world implications.
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