Podcast: What Will Happen if the Fed Raises Rates with Danielle DiMartino Booth

Danielle DiMartino Booth discusses her thoughts and predictions on what the Fed might be up against this 2022, and how they got to where they are now.

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On this episode of Blockworks’ podcast “On the Margin,” Michael Ippolito, Blockworks’ co-founder, is joined by returning guest Danielle DiMartino Booth, CEO & Chief Strategist for Quill Intelligence. As a former advisor at the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, Danielle provides a unique insight into the Fed’s policy decisions throughout 2022.

Danielle shares her thoughts on the dilemma’s the Fed faces going into 2022, how the Fed exacerbated wealth inequality in America, Modern Monetary Theory, Universal Basic Income, and her outlook for the U.S Dollar.

They also covered:

  • Projected vs Effective Fed Funds Rate
  • Lack of Faith In Institutions
  • And so much more!

Watch the full episode below! 👇

“On the Margin” is a two-part show. Once a week, Mike interviews industry experts, and then at the end of the week, he is joined by a co-host where they break down the top crypto and macro stories. Episodes go live every Wednesday and Saturday morning.

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