How the Dollar Created America (Part 2)
About this episode
This episode explores the historical significance of the U.S. dollar and its influence beyond the government and Federal Reserve.
Part 2 of our exploration of how the U.S. dollar is older than the United States itself and has a level of power beyond the Federal Reserve and even beyond the U.S. government. We’re joined by guest Brendan Greeley, author of The Almighty Dollar: 500 Years of the World’s Most Powerful Money . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Host: History Unplugged
Guest: Brendan Greeley
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Organizations: Federal Reserve
Books & works: The Almighty Dollar: 500 Years of the World’s Most Powerful Money
Places: United States
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