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How the End of the Gold Standard in 1971 Changed America | Guest: Dave Brat | Ep 064

How the End of the Gold Standard in 1971 Changed America | Guest: Dave Brat | Ep 064

Update: 2025-06-28
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Join Kevin Freeman and former congressman Dr. Dave Brat as they take a deep dive into the economic shifts since the U.S. moved off the gold standard in 1971. Discover how this pivotal change has influenced inflation, debt, and income inequality, and explore its profound impact on American families and societal structures. Learn how financialization has morphed the economy, driving wealth disparities and altering financial markets. Can a return to a personal gold standard revive the American Dream? Find out on Pirate Money Radio.

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How the End of the Gold Standard in 1971 Changed America | Guest: Dave Brat | Ep 064

How the End of the Gold Standard in 1971 Changed America | Guest: Dave Brat | Ep 064

Kevin D. Freeman