Paul Volcker & Ray Dalio | State of the US Economy & Government

I sat down with one of my greatest heroes, Paul Volcker, to talk about the state of the economy and U.S. government as well as learn about the principles that guided his incredible career. We also discuss the decline of civil service and how Paul hopes to revitalize the field with The Volcker Alliance by working with universities and the government to train people effectively and efficiently and minimize the bureaucratic hurdles that deter people from pursuing government jobs.
The Volcker Alliance: www.volckeralliance.org/
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[@too-oldforthischet8463]

Instead of trying to predict and prognosticate whether or not we’re going into a recession and precisely when it’s going to happen, a better strategy is simply having a portfolio that’s well prepared for any eventually, that’s how some folks' been averaging 150K every 7week these past 4months according to Bloomberg.

[@Green-ed7wq]

I always found the idea of using spreadsheets very time consuming and unnecessary. I just dump a bunch of money into my savings accounts each month and keep my spending money in a separate account and try to spend as little as possible.

[@hobbs252]

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[@kozovski6628]

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[@AmandaMichelle.]

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[@chadmiller1222]

It's amazing how clear minded and sharp he is at 91 years old.

[@user-wi3yx3gy2o]

It’s the cigars

[@kirilmihaylov1934]

He is quite old already...I thought he is younger

[@barrettl2473]

It's the complex thought, the problem solving. And perhaps some good genetics and general lifestyle choices.

[@PRATEEK30111989]

I guess people with aims and accomplishments in life never run out of energy to share their experiences and be enthusiastic about their learning either good or bad.

[@timbump1850]

If only his principles weren't greed and expansion, then the earth might have retained its species and forests, this guy is close minded

[@Tom-yu9if]

Imagine having Ray hold you in such high reverence. Shows truly how important this man was.

[@modernfinance785]

Historical Interview. RIP Mr Volcker, a true hero of economics and a great man who did a lot of good in this world

[@anthuanramani7672]

z. .

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[@RicardoGomesRodrigues]

The idea that World War II has recovered the World from 1930' recession is not right . By the end of 1943 begining 1944, the signs of recovering were in place. By early 1945 to the recession was over and by the mid to end of 1945 economy was booming and recession was over. The negative phase of a cicle had begun in 1920 which positive phase had crashed in 1929 due to high bids in Wall Street had finally being exausted in 1945. Now, high bids in oil prices that have jumped from $5 to $138 in 2008 added to this the hyper investments in Comunist China crashed the economt worldwide mercelessly. The idea of new Bretton Wood when we are in full growing negative phase of a econonic cicle started in 1973 is ludicrus at least

[@rajratanwavhle6913]

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[@bellamarley9455]

Ray, you're such a great listener. So admirable.

[@tomcads1604]

I think it is a virtue you'll find in all people as smart as him

[@kirilmihaylov1934]

@@tomcads1604 he is very smart ...

[@holdened]

yeah the opposite of Gary Vaynerchuk who keeps interrupting people

[@HowardARoark]

Its a very good quality. Somewhere in the Bible it says "He who is too eager to speak, there is little hope for him" - that's very interesting thought !

[@drobi4056]

That is why he is great speaker too.

[@gregoiredevet6787]

That anyone with an internet connection can have access to a conversation between such great minds, regardless of /her/his background/ education/political belief/ place of residence is simply mind-blowing. This is Harvard level conversation accessible to all. Lovin'it.

[@sunriseeternity300]

Very true. #enjoylife

[@viktorjanssen2197]

Top tier comment. Thank you

[@mstr.monopoly]

"For an old government man like me, it doesn't look very good," - Paul. He seen so much in his life that when someone like Paul is doubtful of America's future we should all be preparing for the worse.

[@traderinput]

A True Legend, a true honor to listen to him again

[@kevinbelcher5241]

I hope you're referring to Ray. Central Bankers #1 goal is to deplete the middle class, and give it to the .1%, and they've been wildly successful.

[@roggie77777]

You are truly brainwashed. America's Dirty Secret is The federal reserve is a privately held, part Foreign Corporation, that is not part of the federal government and has no reserves. They borough money to the government from an empty account and Americans pay taxes to pay that interest on currency they didn't have. The US treasury could print the same money for free with no interest for its citizens with no interest. We pay 500 billion per year in interest to a criminal Cartel. WHY?

[@davidsummit9851]

When these men said they like Hamilton the video was over for me their Marxist

[@EFFbriskethead]

yeah it was awesome when he jacked up rates to 18% and caused a recession all by himself.

[@kaimanyu586]

@david, smart people learn from every one.. If you think you can't learn anything from them because they are Marxists, it just shows your ignorance and stupidity... 100% sure your achievements come nowhere close to what these 2 have achieved.. You could even learn from criminals and beggars too, but not if you're a closed minded person..

[@tylerwinkle323]

RIP the only Fed chair who ever completed a tightening cycle. Volcker was the monetary hero we needed but didn't deserve.

[@shuzhenyan4458]

powell said he looks up to Paul. Hopefully he can do it too this time…

[@chachachacha4879]

@@shuzhenyan4458 too late Volcker wouldn't pussy out for several months just so the markets don't throw a hissy fit.

[@thehylianloach9473]

@@shuzhenyan4458 Powell needs to look himself in the mirror, grab his balls, channel Tall Paul and do what needs to be done in respect to the interest rate.

[@vegetariankitchenmagicaljo4948]

I was amazed how Paul's mind as sharp as a pin at the age of 91! RIP Mr Volcker! The world would be a better place if there are more public adminstrators in governements like you.

[@viktorjanssen2197]

Listening to this in 2022 is a treat. RIP Legend.

[@davidchoimusic]

Great interview, what a privilege to hear from this man. My take aways & notes: - The framework in which to look at our country is similar to a corporation that has strong systems, leaders, & employees in place. - We need to bring honor and prestige back to working for the government/the people and getting things DONE ethically. - Government needs to attract & recruit great leaders to lead people in improving our nation. - Our parties are too divided and are against each other. This is a problem. We need to find ways to work together for the greater cause. - Great countries point to a single great leader. - There was once a time when people trusted the government. Even 60-70% is great. Now it's much lower. - Ethical standards have decreased. There is a negative correlation between corruption & productivity. We need to fix this. - Mr. Volcker didn't think we were headed in the right direction as a country. He was right.

[@mikeschmitty4438]

dude ... thanks!

[@maxxleonard9399]

Well…. When you have useful idiots voting for democrats and rinos/weak republicans for fifty years…. This is what you get !

[@chukim8012]

What a great economic mind Mr. Volcker has and such a skilled and highly competent civil administrator. A master bureaucrat, in a good sense. Excellent interview.

[@aGr3atD4y]

It's so great to watch 2 brilliant minds conversing about important topics so candidly. And Volcker still has such a sharp mind at that age!

[@stomachfat]

When you watch your hero watch his hero < 3

[@roggie77777]

You are truly brainwashed. America's Dirty Secret is The federal reserve is a privately held, part Foreign Corporation, that is not part of the federal government and has no reserves. They borough money to the government from an empty account and Americans pay taxes to pay that interest on currency they didn't have. The US treasury could print the same money for free with no interest for its citizens with no interest. We pay 500 billion per year in interest to a criminal Cartel. WHY?

[@roggie77777]

@@dr.magnanimous8973 do you not understand that we pay nearly 600 billion dollars in interest/ 1/8 of all taxes collected to a private cartel which is the Federal reserve. Why doesn't the US Treasury create the currency. With 22 trillion dollars in debt most of that comes from paying interest on money the US borrows from the Federal reserve who writes a check from an account that doesn't exist. do you not understand that the US Treasury could just print that same amount of money and save 600 billion dollars a year. That is its job as stated by government and the Constitution why are we paying interest to a private bank

[@roggie77777]

@@dr.magnanimous8973 Paul volcker ran a private bank that is financially enslaving Americans. We could almost eliminate the yearly debt just buy the US Treasury creating the currency which its has legal authority to do

[@skratchmyass]

... You can't knock Volker's intellect... But yes... The FED is a completely corrupt, and illegal organization, as is the fake currency we've been fooled into putting our faith in.

[@timbump1850]

My hero is the guys saving the planet, planting forests and helping to maintain species, I'm sorry but greed does not cut it for me

[@m.r.5379]

With inflation running at a four-decade high, a Recession is now the ‘most likely outcome for the economy, bearish periods ultimately establish a new crop of stocks to buy and watch while setting the stage for a robust new uptrend.I have been reading articles of people that grossed profits up to $250k during this crash, what are the best stocks to buy now or put on a watchlist?

[@beltran3353]

@Lam Pard Please can you leave the info of your investment advisor here? I’m in dire need for one

[@chrisE815]

RIP... Thank you for putting together this valuable interview Bridgewater.

[@iloveamerica4891]

I love Paul Volcker. Thank you for teaching. God bless you. God bless America.

[@afdave7]

I thank both of these men for their faithful and humble service to the US, and their world. We need more men like this.

[@dariusashouri2439]

we dont

[@judgedredd8876]

No, we need ZERO central bankers since the Fed is illegal according the US Constitution. The States are to mint money and ONLY from silver and gold. That's the Law of the Land Mr. Volcker!

[@mariomader8850]

Why is Wisdom wasted on our old age when some of us no longer have the energy or the will to make meaningful change happen? What a wonderful elder Mr. Volker.

[@kangtian9586]

Chad Miller 1 个月前 It's amazing how clear minded and sharp he is at 91 years old.

[@BIGGELATO]

Damn he passed away on the 8th this month just a few days ago. RIP thank you for sharing knowledge and the book

[@Danesar]

Just got to love those guys: Smart, ethical and dedicated.

[@gerardvong]

Ray is my hero and now I get to hear his hero truly blessed going out to buy his books

[@carloseduardonaranjosuarez5917]

Amazing person Mister Volcker is, clear-minded, such a lucid person, hiis ideas still perdure today, thank you very much

[@frankagliotti3626]

A great conversation between Paul Volcker and Ray Dalio. Pearl's of wisdom. I love their character - humility and integrity.

[@erikbossard2635]

Epic! RIP mr. Volcker. Wouldn't we all love to have the man analyse the present situation. So much has changed already.

[@jefflombardi7763]

Volcker is the only fed chairman to have courage.

[@johndonohoe689]

Thank you Ray, much needed wisdom and leadership advice

[@CaptainPlanet007]

This man wealth of knowledge and experiences is indeed priceless in the financial industry of the past and our times. A living legend!

[@skyblue021]

If Ray could live another lifetime, what a value this man gives to humanity. Thank you.

[@chocolatier9597]

Indeed. His new book is available for free on the Principles website.

[@joemcintosh6604]

Such an amazing interview. So many of Paul’s words though they came out light and spirited, you can imagine carried the immense weight of experience.

[@BAdventures]

Good interview. A wealth of experience. Keep doing these principal based interviews.

[@uwewalter2416]

Paul A. Volcker's father created a foundation with his well-structured management of the small town of Teaneck in New Jersey from 1930 to 1950 that can still be felt 70 years later. Good management creates a constructive climate in a society. Thanks for sharing this insights with us.

[@husamabed6527]

i can not stop listening to these smart guys! Blessings.

[@parkerbohnn]

Thee Honorary Paul Volcker is thee man!! Long live Paul and his legend/legacy.

[@wearewaves3106]

Fantastic. Thank you for a great guest and interview Mr. Dalio.

[@GregDubela]

Such a blessing to be able to listen to this.

[@roggie77777]

America's Dirty Secret is The federal reserve is a privately held, part Foreign Corporation, that is not part of the federal government and has no reserves. They borough money to the government from an empty account and Americans pay taxes to pay that interest on currency they didn't have. The US treasury could print the same money for free with no interest for its citizens with no interest. We pay 500 billion per year in interest to a criminal Cartel. WHY?

[@sagemulkey9890]

2 Legends. God bless. Thank you for spreading this wisdom

[@ianceasarbonachita]

Thanks, Ray, for sharing this learning experience.

[@markkaminsky4943]

Glad to see you on KZbin Ray, great video!

[@indosurftours]

Appreciated this sit down immensely. We won’t let you down mr Volker

[@tigreytigrey8537]

We: "hold my covid"

[@safetyology]

This has been one of the most eye opening interviews I've seen in a very long time! Mr. Volcker is someone everyone should listen to. I'll be reading his book right after I finish Principles! Thank You.

[@gregoryfriday6242]

I to am a big fan of ALEXANDER Hamilton. He died for this country, a mercantile eonomy for the constitution and for the honor of his word. Il) stand on my word even unto death.

[@mktwatcher]

Definitely Fantastic - We're all very lucky he was able to record this.

[@joseavs]

Absolute wonderful. Thank You. A great lesson for all the human kind.

[@andrewcameron4277]

Thank you for both of you ... A teacher for my financial future and a future of hopefully my government

[@dedemorris1691]

Great interview thank you for introducing me to Mr.Volcker and his incredible work.

[@josephmena2676]

Wow a truly inspiring and refreshing history lesson. Thank you Ray

[@balboa-capital]

Need more interviews from Ray! Amazing discourse

[@GoredrinkerRS]

We need you NOW Mr Volcker. RIP

[@nobushan4100]

Paul’s remark starting from 17:37 reminded the book “The Fifth Risk” by Michael Lewis. Our mainstream media failed to educate the public the details of what each of these government department/administration do and how our current and future lives are impacted.

[@hamptonslongisland9917]

Well done gentlemen.

[@hnyahoo]

Ray, thank you for doing this kind of interview with truly great leaders in US and around the world as their principles will live on long after they are gone but their experiences are so valuable lessons to be learned.

[@ooohhh4178]

What a great idea to make this in a podcast form Vs a Tv interview of a few min screaming... got new lessons and another person to follow, Tnx Ray.

[@syncmeandroid]

@22:12 most interesting part of the video, how Volker defeated inflation at the end of the 70s

[@yvesrebetez8895]

So sharp and so on topic and with such clarity and accuracy - truly remarkable

[@jeanso4723]

You two person are the great person in this world, beyond being economics.

[@keirozj]

Simply extraordinary... both !!!

[@jagatdave]

This is truly inspiring that people who have died can still have clarification of their views through KZbin ...atleast ppl have no scope to judge the views of Paul Walker...RIP..

[@alane3983]

A remarkable interview with one titan by another. I hope more people will watch this.

[@lizgichora6472]

Always a pleasure to have Wisdom amongst us. Very informative and helpful, he's outstanding, cherishing integrity. Thank you Ray Dalio.

[@ADPTraining]

Fantastic interview, had no idea Ray was a great interviewer.

[@tomschneider7555]

As much as I value Ray Dalio’s knowledge and successful career as a investor that truly understands global markets, it’s not obvious to me that he is also a great interviewer. Volcker has a clear mind even at old age, but we all need guidance and precise follow up questions, otherwise we just keep on rambling on and on. It’s interesting to listen to Volcker but ultimately a missed opportunity to get to the pressing issues of today and how he would have approached them as A decision maker.

[@JaySean777]

A man with sense that works hard and has follow through. Inspiring, thank you Mr. Volcker for your public service and time invested to help the people of the world.

[@maxxleonard9399]

Dude, he got payed ….

[@hailo1884]

Paul Volcker - The last central banker with a spine.

[@Fernandez.Alexis]

What do you mean? (I am not a native English speaker)

[@Jensth]

@@Fernandez.Alexis Spine = integrity

[@rimpompin]

He was the fisrt to of bilderberg meetings

[@rimpompin]

@@Jensth he had no intefrity he s for one world order

[@gplor55]

@@rimpompin how do u know?

[@goldilockszone4389]

So many of these legends who I wish I could meet sometime in my life

[@DS-qz8xb]

Thank you for doing this interview with one of the nations great men.

[@vidwana]

Great clarity of thinking from the master, Paul Volcker. Ray - you are an artful interviewer - this was a great pleasure to watch. Thank you. I sincerely hope our government listens and improves its act. I fear that's not going to happen - it will be unfortunate if we in the US fail to learn from the past and slip down from our current position in the world.

[@bigmac375]

two of the greatest financial minds walking this earth

[@richardli7189]

historic talk, wealth of all human-being, there is not country line here, My Greatest Respect!

[@dominicsatny]

Thanks Ray. You are my hero!! Keep changing the world.....

[@guillermohernandezquintana3649]

Thanks! for inviting Mr. Volcker to share his principles about the effective governance as the legacy from his long record. The right management comes when promoting the right people in the right job. As mentioned, people (the right) with the vision to see the future for the common good, aware that some tough decision should be made for offering a virtuous future. But when those players do not represent well their roles (Government, public or private companies, and society as a whole), they will make a short term decision (not aiming the root cause) for being happy with their party and politically correct, which will create new problems in the future, raising the level of entropy. Polarity is becoming the barrier for being focused on solving problems, more concerned in the acceptance from the close circle group (boosting the biases) than the good work entitled by the position (contributions).

[@rc-mechanical3596]

Thank you 🙏🏻...

[@nda1864]

Very nice watch, im trying very hard to practice your principles but ive also learned that my country will give me a very hard time to do it might not have enough time for me to change my life. Mr. Dalio your principles still helps me to build my confidence. Thank you sir.

[@BobQuigley]

Thanks for this wonderful timely discussion

[@amanmeghrajani1]

Thanks for doing this Ray!

[@JoseDiaz-un9pj]

This interview is amazing!

[@dr.justovillela3742]

Excelente entrevista, la disfrute mucho.

[@ikust007]

Exceptionnel. Merci .

[@BenJamin-pd4mp]

Paul Volcker I was born In 1976 i know you well and your a great person wish we had someone with some balls that would raise rates as you did

[@valja4902]

Revealing convo

[@Zepplin104]

Mr. Volcker, thank-you. Honest and ethical. RIP.

[@CoachJJ]

Lovely conversation, great questions.

[@parkerbohnn]

I live up in Canada I remember the glory days riding in the back of chauffeur driven limousines, cruises around the world, hundreds of sports cars and vacation properties all because of Paul Volcker. Long live Paul Volcker the greatest person ever born to planet Earth. To this day I still have large framed pictures of Paul Volcker on the walls of all my homes.

[@slipknot73745]

parkerbohnn 🎵🆒sarcastic canada guy, he's so sarcastic 🆒🎵

[@andremikha4507]

I see Ray Dalio as a father and and mentor. Thanks a lot for everything you do.

[@3dgar7eandro]

No way he was 91 years old and speak so clearly and forward 😄👏👏👏👌

[@vb9366]

Great interview. Thanks Ray!!!

[@sunilpuri5277]

This is a beautiful respectful and insightful interview. Credit both these outstanding individuals.

[@motorxplorer]

Huge respect

[@usadaytrader]

I hope Volker continues to give a meaningful life

[@jimfranklin3885]

Thx Ray, great interview!!

[@Cr4y7-AegisInquisitor]

Thank you

[@monkeysezbegood]

Two legends right there.

[@zodiactrading]

Paul Volcker is no doubt the greatest Fed chairman ever lived, he was facing one of the worst stagflation ever happened in human history. He is a very just and tough guy who will not easily give up the public good in exchange for his own fortune. He was blamed by many for raising interest rate, but he understands if he doesn’t take immediate and continue to hike rates he won’t be able to tame the inflation back to2%. I respect this man he is my hero and RIP

[@nabeelhasan6593]

RIP Mr. Volcker

[@POST-IK]

Thank you, Ray Dalio. You are my hero. Paul Volcker is A very nice teacher about life and economy.

[@kb26inla]

Great interview, I fear we will not see the likes of Paul Volcker again in our government, and I see us slipping hard over the next few decades. Very tough times ahead, with very little leadership at the top.

[@ADPTraining]

Love your book. Bought it immediately. I don't own books anymore, it's all PDF Ebooks, Thanks.

[@vkoptchev]

Top stuff! This guy is still very much worthy to lead.

[@tonechavi2760]

Thanks for the video!