Is there a shadowy cabal of private bankers meeting in a secret room, controlling the world's economy with the push of a button? For decades, this question has fueled countless conspiracy theories about the most powerful and misunderstood institution in the world: The Federal Reserve. In this episode, we're pulling back the curtain and putting the myths to the test. Is the Fed really a private bank? Who actually owns it? Do they just "print money" out of thin air? We're taking on the nine biggest Federal Reserve myths and separating the chilling facts from the compelling fiction. We'll break down the real structure—the Board of Governors, the twelve Reserve Banks, and the all-powerful FOMC—and explain its strange dance of political independence and public accountability. Plus, for those who want to see the receipts, we'll even take a peek at the Federal Reserve Balance Sheet to see who's really pulling the levers of the global economy. This isn't just an economics lesson; it's an investigation into the heart of the system that dictates your mortgage rates, the value of your dollar, and the stability of your future. Ready to find out who really controls your money? Hit play. If this episode blows your mind, share it with one friend who needs to hear the truth.