How Central Banks Create Wealth (And Inequality)

Episode 96: Paul Musson, former professional investor and author of Capital Offense: Why Some Benefit at Your Expense, joins Bo DePaoli to break down the hidden mechanics of monetary policy, housing, and wealth inequality. With over 30 years of experience in global investments, Paul explains how central bank policies, low interest rates, and quantitative easing have distorted capital markets and contributed to generational wealth gaps. In this episode, you’ll discover: • How interest rates and housing policies benefit the wealthy at the expense of younger generations • Why rising home prices often do not reflect real economic productivity • The difference between capital creation and money circulation, and why it matters • How debt-fueled consumption inflates GDP without creating real wealth • The hidden consequences of government stimulus and quantitative easing • Practical insights on understanding the economy, money, and your personal financial power This episode is essential for anyone looking to understand how financial systems really work, why inequality persists, and what you can do to navigate today’s economic landscape. Connect with Paul: Website: pauliticaleconomy.com Blog: Free weekly newsletter at pauliticaleconomy.com Book: Capital Offense: Why Some Benefit at Your Expense (Amazon, Barnes& Noble, ThriftBooks)