Trump’s Battle with the Fed Explained | The Real Eisman Playbook Episode 25
Trump’s Battle with the Fed Explained | The Real Eisman Playbook Episode 25  
Podcast: The Real Eisman Playbook
Published On: Mon Sep 15 2025
Description: In this episode of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman sits down with Rob Kaplan, Vice Chairman of Goldman Sachs. The two of them discuss a variety of topics, including President Trump’s ongoing pressure on the Fed, what makes a good investment banker, Rob’s history with Goldman Sachs and the Dallas Fed, and much more.    00:00 - Intro 01:15 - Introducing Rob Kaplan 02:30 - Trump's Pressure on the Fed 12:20 - The Impact of Tariffs 13:58 - The Difference in Fed Chairs 16:56 - What Does It Mean to be the Head of the Dallas Fed? 23:50 - What Makes a Good Investment Banker? 27:14 - Lessons From Deals That Work and Deals That Don't 30:34 - Goldman Sachs 42:17 - The Difficulties of Running a Firm Today 45:08 - Do We Need a M&A Wave in the United States?    Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1    Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place.   Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service.    Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices