Paul Volcker
Mentioned in 15 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Former Federal Reserve Chair who served under President Carter during the 1970s-1980s stagflation crisis, known for implementing aggressive monetary tightening and raising interest rates to combat inflation and restore the Fed's credibility. Frequently referenced in podcast discussions as a historical example when comparing different approaches to monetary policy, inflation control, and the trade-offs between unemployment and price stability.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Motley Fool Money · Jul 10, 2026
What History Teaches Us About Today’s Market
“Referenced for aggressive interest rate policy in 1980s that set stage for PC era investment boom”
Odd Lots · May 15, 2026
Why SocGen's Albert Edwards Sees Double-Digit Inflation Coming Back
“Cited for critique of 2% inflation target as arbitrary; Edwards agrees with Volcker's skepticism”
The David Lin Report · Apr 22, 2026
Fed’s Next Move Revealed: When Is Rate Cut Coming? | Axel Merk
“Quoted regarding need for sustainable monetary policy, fiscal policy, and sound institutions”
Halftime Report · Apr 21, 2026
The Committee Reacts to Kevin Warsh's Testimony 4/21/26
“Quoted by Warsh regarding inflation and money supply relationship”
Optimist Economy · Feb 17, 2026
What The Actual Fed.
“Fed Chair under Carter who raised interest rates to 20% to combat 1970s stagflation and restore credibility”
The Tucker Carlson Show · Feb 9, 2026
Ray Dalio: How to Survive the Coming Civil War and Plot to Use Debt and CBDCs to Enslave You
“Referenced for 1979-1982 Federal Reserve tenure combating stagflation through monetary tightening”
TBPN · Jan 31, 2026
FULL INTERVIEW: Tyler Cowen on Kevin Warsh, Clawdbot, precious metals, and AI & unemployment
“Former Fed Chair mentioned as historical example of high unemployment during disinflationary periods”
TBPN · Jan 31, 2026
Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair, Google targets Chinese Cyber Weapon, WSJ Mansion Section | Diet TBPN
“Former Fed Chair referenced for comparison to Warsh's potential monetary policy approach”
TBPN · Jan 30, 2026
Who is Kevin Warsh?, Yahoo CEO Live in the Ultradome, WSJ House of the Year | Jim Lanzone, Tyler Cowen, Jason Lemkin, Alex Roy, Bobby Fijan
“Former Fed Chair referenced for comparison regarding interest rate policy and inflation fighting”
The Tucker Carlson Show · Jan 26, 2026
Peter Schiff on Gold’s Dominance Over the S&P and the Plot to Stop You From Noticing
“Federal Reserve chair credited with raising rates to 20% in 1980 to combat inflation”
The Rest Is History · Jan 26, 2026
638. Revolution in Iran: The Hostage Crisis (Part 3)
“Federal Reserve chairman whose 18% interest rates triggered recession during hostage crisis period”
How Much Can I Make? — Real Jobs. Real Stories. Career Insights · Jan 19, 2026
Careers, Money, And The Economy Explained
“Interviewed by Peter Coy during his journalism career covering Federal Reserve leadership”
Capitalisn't · Jan 15, 2026
Who Should The Fed Answer To? - ft. Sir Paul Tucker
“Served on Systemic Risk Council that warned about regional bank risks before SVB crisis”
Pod Save America · Jan 13, 2026
Trump Targets Minneapolis, the Fed, and Greenland
“Referenced as example of Fed chair who maintained independence and controlled 1970s inflation despite political pressure”
DSR's Words Matter · Dec 11, 2025
MAGApocalypse Now
“Former Fed chairman cited as example of independent monetary policy leadership”