# Ben Bernanke on The No Agenda Show Ben Bernanke comes up in 71 chapters across 63 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from March 2008 to April 2026. - **Chapters:** 71 - **Episodes:** 63 - **Discussed:** March 2008 – April 2026 - **Related topics:** [Federal Reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), [Inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), [Ron Paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [C-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [Quantitative Easing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quantitative-easing.md), [Unemployment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unemployment.md), [Alan Greenspan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-greenspan.md), [Audit The Fed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audit-the-fed.md), [Central Banks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/central-banks.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 71 ### Federal Reserve Independence, David Brooks Analysis - **Episode:** [1863: Nekkidly](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1863-nekkidly.md) - **Published:** 2026-04-26 - **Time:** 1:58:01–2:01:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1863-nekkidly/chapter/federal-reserve-independence-david-brooks-analysis.md David Brooks and Jonathan Capehart discussed the independence of the Federal Reserve on PBS NewsHour, with Brooks calling the system one of the "crown jewels" of the country. The hosts critique Brooks for referring to bankers as "civil servants" and questioning the Fed's status as a government entity. The discussion also touches on Senator Tom Tillis's "courage" in standing up to the Trump administration regarding the Warsh nomination. Keywords: [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), [david brooks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-brooks.md), [jonathan capehart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jonathan-capehart.md), [alan greenspan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-greenspan.md), [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md) ### European Deflation, Federal Reserve Policy, Austerity Risks - **Episode:** [692: Crone](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/692-crone.md) - **Published:** 2015-02-01 - **Time:** 1:38:52–1:42:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/692-crone/chapter/european-deflation-federal-reserve-policy-austerity-risks.md The economic concept of deflation in the Eurozone is analyzed, with the hosts defending the U.S. Federal Reserve's decision to print money (inflationary) over the European path of austerity (deflationary). They argue that banks prefer deflation because it makes existing debt more valuable and harder to pay off, whereas the American approach has kept the U.S. economy more stable than its European counterparts. Keywords: [deflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deflation.md), [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [austerity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austerity.md), [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), [euro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/euro.md) ### Bitcoin Political Donations and the Assassination Market - **Episode:** [568: Heteroflexible Previvor](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/568-heteroflexible-previvor.md) - **Published:** 2013-11-24 - **Time:** 1:37:28–1:42:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/568-heteroflexible-previvor/chapter/bitcoin-political-donations-and-the-assassination-market.md The discussion turns to the potential for Bitcoin to be used for legal political donations and its darker applications, such as the "Assassination Market" website. The site reportedly uses crowdfunding to place bounties on public figures like Ben Bernanke and Barack Obama. Keywords: [fec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fec.md), [political donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-donations.md), assassination market, [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [dark web](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dark-web.md) ### Janet Yellen, Federal Reserve Nomination - **Episode:** [555: Grays+Monkeys=Humans](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/555-grays-monkeys-humans.md) - **Published:** 2013-10-10 - **Time:** 1:07:13–1:09:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/555-grays-monkeys-humans/chapter/janet-yellen-federal-reserve-nomination.md President Obama has nominated Janet Yellen to succeed Ben Bernanke as Chair of the Federal Reserve. The hosts comment on Yellen's physical stature and vocal cadence, comparing her to the medium character from the film Poltergeist. They express skepticism regarding her future congressional testimonies and her "maximum employment" pledge. Keywords: [janet yellen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-yellen.md), [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), poltergeist ### Fed Tapering, Janet Yellen, Larry Summers - **Episode:** [549: Associative Propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/549-associative-propaganda.md) - **Published:** 2013-09-19 - **Time:** 2:36:44–2:38:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/549-associative-propaganda/chapter/fed-tapering-janet-yellen-larry-summers.md The Federal Reserve announces it will not taper its $85 billion monthly stimulus program. The hosts discuss Larry Summers' withdrawal from consideration for Fed Chair, attributing it to opposition from the House Finance Committee. They predict that Janet Yellen will "waltz through" the confirmation process and continue the current policy of massive currency creation. Keywords: [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [janet yellen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-yellen.md), [larry summers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/larry-summers.md), [fed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fed.md), tapering, [printing press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/printing-press.md) ### Economic Depression, Federal Reserve Leadership, Cycle Theory - **Episode:** [535: Swivel-Chair Speed](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/535-swivel-chair-speed.md) - **Published:** 2013-08-01 - **Time:** 1:18:59–1:21:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/535-swivel-chair-speed/chapter/economic-depression-federal-reserve-leadership-cycle-theory.md The current economic state is characterized as a depression, noting that even professionals like lawyers are renting out their homes via Airbnb to make ends meet. The upcoming leadership change at the Federal Reserve is discussed, with Larry Summers and Janet Yellen mentioned as potential successors to Ben Bernanke. The ongoing "quantitative easing" is compared to the gold discovery of 1849 in terms of its impact on the economic cycle. Keywords: [depression](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/depression.md), [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [larry summers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/larry-summers.md), [quantitative easing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quantitative-easing.md), [cycle theory](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cycle-theory.md) ### Ben Bernanke, Too Big to Fail Subsidies - **Episode:** [497: Raining Scuds](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/497-raining-scuds.md) - **Published:** 2013-03-21 - **Time:** 2:05:18–2:07:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/497-raining-scuds/chapter/ben-bernanke-too-big-to-fail-subsidies.md Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke testified that the problem of "too big to fail" institutions has not been solved despite the Dodd-Frank Act. He acknowledged that these large banks receive an implicit subsidy because the market assumes the government will bail them out. Senator Elizabeth Warren's concerns regarding the lack of market discrimination for these institutions were addressed during the hearing. Keywords: [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [dodd-frank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dodd-frank.md), [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), [subsidies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/subsidies.md) ### Bond Market Collapse Theory, Debt Monetization, and Shorting Strategies - **Episode:** [485: Goys with Guns](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/485-goys-with-guns.md) - **Published:** 2013-02-07 - **Time:** 1:11:44–1:18:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/485-goys-with-guns/chapter/bond-market-collapse-theory-debt-monetization-and-shorting-strategies.md The discussion explores the potential for a catastrophic collapse of the U.S. bond market due to the Federal Reserve's policy of printing money to buy its own debt. Financial analysts like Peter Schiff are cited regarding the risks of hyperinflation or deflation. The hosts debate the mechanics of bonds and the potential for savvy investors to make fortunes by shorting the market during a crash. Keywords: [bond market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bond-market.md), [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), [debt monetization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debt-monetization.md), [peter schiff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-schiff.md), [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md) ### Ben Bernanke, Auditing the Fed and Monetary Policy Independence - **Episode:** [480: War on Brains](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/480-war-on-brains.md) - **Published:** 2013-01-20 - **Time:** 2:44:15–2:50:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/480-war-on-brains/chapter/ben-bernanke-auditing-the-fed-and-monetary-policy-independence.md Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke addresses the "Audit the Fed" movement during a C-SPAN appearance. He argues that the Fed's financials are already thoroughly audited by private firms and the GAO. He claims the proposed legislation is a "misnomer" intended to allow Congress to interfere with independent monetary policy decisions, which he believes would harm the economy. Keywords: [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), [audit the fed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audit-the-fed.md), [gao](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gao.md), [monetary policy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monetary-policy.md), [central bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/central-bank.md) ### Debt Ceiling, Ben Bernanke and Economic Collapse Theory - **Episode:** [464: Iron Key](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/464-iron-key.md) - **Published:** 2012-11-25 - **Time:** 1:59:36–2:04:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/464-iron-key/chapter/debt-ceiling-ben-bernanke-and-economic-collapse-theory.md Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner's proposal to eliminate the debt ceiling is discussed as a dangerous policy that would allow for unlimited money printing. The hosts argue that the U.S. is heading toward a collapse similar to 1929, but suggest that bankruptcy should be viewed as a form of "jubilee" that allows for a clean slate. They criticize the 2008 bank bailouts for preventing a natural market correction. Keywords: [debt ceiling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debt-ceiling.md), [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [hyperinflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hyperinflation.md), [bankruptcy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bankruptcy.md), [jubilee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jubilee.md), 1929 ### Marc Faber, Central Bank Debt Criticism - **Episode:** [459: Exactly Similar](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/459-exactly-similar.md) - **Published:** 2012-11-08 - **Time:** 1:07:23–1:10:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/459-exactly-similar/chapter/marc-faber-central-bank-debt-criticism.md Economist Marc Faber predicts that President Obama may not finish his second term due to potential scandals. He argues that Ben Bernanke's interest rate policies enable endless debt escalation, which will eventually cause the cost of living to outpace income gains in the Western world. Keywords: [marc faber](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marc-faber.md), [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [central banks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/central-banks.md), [cost of living](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cost-of-living.md), [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md) ### Gold Rush Economics and Monetary Policy - **Episode:** [446: The Convincables](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/446-the-convincables.md) - **Published:** 2012-09-23 - **Time:** 1:38:01–1:39:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/446-the-convincables/chapter/gold-rush-economics-and-monetary-policy.md A listener's note compares the economic impact of the 1849 Gold Rush to modern monetary policy under Ben Bernanke. The discussion explores how physical gold mining created infrastructure and jobs, whereas modern quantitative easing primarily benefits the banking sector without stimulating the broader economy. Keywords: [gold rush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gold-rush.md), 1849, [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [keynesian economics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/keynesian-economics.md), [recession](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recession.md) ### Quantitative Easing, The Bernank and Minionville - **Episode:** [444: New Red Line](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/444-new-red-line.md) - **Published:** 2012-09-16 - **Time:** 2:22:59–2:25:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/444-new-red-line/chapter/quantitative-easing-the-bernank-and-minionville.md The Federal Reserve's announcement of QE3 is satirized through a "Minionville" cartoon script featuring "The Bernank." The segment mocks Ben Bernanke's lack of business or policy experience and the perceived absurdity of the Fed's attempts to manage the economy through endless monetary expansion. Keywords: [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [qe3](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qe3.md), [quantitative easing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quantitative-easing.md), minionville, [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md) ### Ben Bernanke, Economic Accommodation and Labor Force - **Episode:** [444: New Red Line](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/444-new-red-line.md) - **Published:** 2012-09-16 - **Time:** 2:25:29–2:29:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/444-new-red-line/chapter/ben-bernanke-economic-accommodation-and-labor-force.md Ben Bernanke uses the term "accommodation" to describe the Fed's ongoing economic support, admitting that unemployment declines are largely due to people leaving the labor force rather than job creation. He suggests that significant progress on employment may not be seen until mid-2015. Keywords: [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [unemployment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unemployment.md), [labor force](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/labor-force.md), [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md) ### Economic Collapse and the 10 Trillion Dollar Stimulus Plan - **Episode:** [441: Poison Wheat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/441-poison-wheat.md) - **Published:** 2012-09-06 - **Time:** 1:51:11–1:58:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/441-poison-wheat/chapter/economic-collapse-and-the-10-trillion-dollar-stimulus-plan.md A theoretical solution to the looming economic collapse involves printing $10 trillion to distribute directly to the public as "pump priming." The discussion covers the potential for inflation, the need for trade tariffs against China, and the inevitability of a market correction by 2017. Keywords: [economic collapse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-collapse.md), [stimulus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stimulus.md), [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [tariffs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tariffs.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md) ### LIBOR Scandal and Standard Chartered Allegations - **Episode:** [433: Hanseatic League](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/433-hanseatic-league.md) - **Published:** 2012-08-09 - **Time:** 2:10:45–2:15:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/433-hanseatic-league/chapter/libor-scandal-and-standard-chartered-allegations.md The LIBOR manipulation scandal continues to expand as banks begin suing one another over derivative losses. Meanwhile, Standard Chartered is accused of laundering billions for the Iranian government, which some suggest may be a tactic to lower the bank's stock price for a potential takeover. Keywords: [libor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libor.md), standard chartered, [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md) ### Global Governance and Central Banker Control - **Episode:** [421: Don't Be Nosey](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/421-don-t-be-nosey.md) - **Published:** 2012-06-28 - **Time:** 1:04:17–1:07:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/421-don-t-be-nosey/chapter/global-governance-and-central-banker-control.md Financial analysts on MSNBC discussed the concept of "global governance," suggesting that investors and nations are now entirely beholden to the actions of central bankers like Ben Bernanke. The discussion highlights a shift where market stability depends more on central bank interventions than on actual economic data. Keywords: [central banks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/central-banks.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [global governance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-governance.md), [ecb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ecb.md) ### Rand Paul Endorses Mitt Romney, Ron Paul Movement Reaction - **Episode:** [416: Datapalooza](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/416-datapalooza.md) - **Published:** 2012-06-10 - **Time:** 3:15–8:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/416-datapalooza/chapter/rand-paul-endorses-mitt-romney-ron-paul-movement-reaction.md Rand Paul officially endorsed Mitt Romney for president, sparking significant backlash within the Ron Paul supporter base. Speculation surrounds the timing of the endorsement, which followed a private breakfast meeting between Ron Paul and Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke on May 10th. While some supporters view Rand Paul as a traitor, others suggest the move is a strategic attempt to secure a position within the Republican establishment. Keywords: [rand paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rand-paul.md), [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), jesse benton, [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [endorsement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/endorsement.md) ### Quantitative Easing Debate, Debt Restructuring Proposals - **Episode:** [415: Om the Dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/415-om-the-dome.md) - **Published:** 2012-06-07 - **Time:** 2:23:19–2:33:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/415-om-the-dome/chapter/quantitative-easing-debate-debt-restructuring-proposals.md The hosts debate the merits of a potential "QE3" (Quantitative Easing) and its impact on the economy. John C. Dvorak argues that trillions of dollars should be injected into the economy through debt relief for the public rather than bailouts for banks. Adam Curry questions how such a plan would avoid massive inflation and expresses skepticism about the fairness of selective debt restructuring. 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