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    Early career focus on consumer protection and financial regulation Richard Cordray
    03:32
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    Changes in consumer credit and debt markets before the Obama administration Richard Cordray
    02:12
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    Debate on prioritizing climate change, energy, financial reform, and healthcare legislation Jim Messina
    01:22
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    Reluctance to move family and concerns about joining President Obama's team Timothy Geithner
    02:44
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    Influence of President Obama's support on financial regulatory reforms at the Fed Dan Tarullo
    06:16
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    State-level strategies to address the foreclosure and mortgage crisis Sarah Bloom Raskin
    02:28
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    Appointment to the National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform David Cote
    06:26
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    Discussion on corporate tax policy and territorial tax system during Obama's presidency Ursula Burns
    03:26
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    Public perception of mortgage modifications and political influence Larry Summers
    01:22
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    Initial contact with the Obama transition team for a potential role in the administration Christina Romer
    02:48
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    Designing mortgage modification programs during the financial crisis Timothy Geithner
    03:37
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    Role in addressing the mortgage and foreclosure crisis at the Federal Reserve Sarah Bloom Raskin
    03:21
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    Confirmation and role assignment at the Federal Reserve Board Sarah Bloom Raskin
    06:57
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    CFPB's enforcement actions and fines against financial institutions for deceptive practices Richard Cordray
    02:57
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    Obama administration's shift to executive actions post-2010 midterm elections Kathryn Ruemmler
    04:17
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    Impact of Export-Import Bank issues on Power Africa's operations Andrew Herscowitz
    02:41
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    Transition from government to private sector and supporting Tim Geithner's confirmation Henry Paulson
    06:28
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    Monetary policy and interest rate discussions during President Obama's final years in office Dan Tarullo
    06:37
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    Challenges and implications of not holding the formal title of vice chair of regulation at the Federal Reserve Dan Tarullo
    07:03
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    Nomination to the Federal Reserve and expanding its priorities Sarah Bloom Raskin
    07:45
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    Regulators' failure to act on forecasts and their existing legal authority Larry Summers
    01:22
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    Observations of Senators McCain and Obama during the 2008 financial crisis Rohit Kumar
    05:44
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    Impact of individual foreclosures on neighborhood health and stabilization efforts Shaun Donovan
    03:06
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    Importance of the new resolution authority in Dodd-Frank Larry Summers
    02:29
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    Challenges with mortgage servicers during the financial crisis Sarah Bloom Raskin
    03:16
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    Reflections on the recurring debt limit negotiations and political dynamics Jeff Flake
    02:36
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    Difficulties in resolving financial crisis issues within the Obama administration Neal Wolin
    03:41
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    Reflections on leaving the consumer protection agency after its establishment Wally Adeyemo
    02:30
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    Personal experiences with the financial crisis and motivation for joining the CFPB Wally Adeyemo
    02:59
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    Concerns about the banking sector's impact on small businesses during economic turmoil Sylvia Burwell
    02:48
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    Impact of mortgage industry changes on loan modification challenges Sheila Bair
    02:55
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    Balancing regulation and innovation as OMB director and lessons from leading HUD Shaun Donovan
    07:02
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    Addressing the Chamber of Commerce on Consumer Financial Protection Bureau opposition Neal Wolin
    03:10
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    Preparation for Treasury nomination amidst Senate tensions with the White House Sarah Bloom Raskin
    01:22
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    Global response to the financial crisis and the role of the G20 and G7 Wally Adeyemo
    04:47
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    Establishing the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's independence from the Federal Reserve Timothy Geithner
    02:30
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    Arguments against imposing size limits on financial institutions Neal Wolin
    03:42
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    Early efforts to manage the financial crisis and the role of translating complex policy decisions Wally Adeyemo
    04:44
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    Reflections on the lack of banker prosecutions and the justice system's failures Astra Taylor
    03:26
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    Inclusion of the Office of Minority and Women Inclusion in Dodd-Frank legislation Neal Wolin
    02:35
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    Understanding the Federal Reserve's role and transparency in financial reform efforts Neal Wolin
    02:23
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    Impact of derivatives regulation on the financial crisis and Dodd-Frank legislation Neal Wolin
    02:02
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    Goals and initiatives as chair of the Council of Economic Advisers Jason Furman
    04:12
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    Discussions on addressing toxic assets and the proposed PPIP program during the Obama administration Sheila Bair
    04:58
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    Reforms to the Distressed Asset Stabilization Program at HUD Julián Castro
    02:18
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    Visit to the Oval Office with family after Dodd-Frank passage Neal Wolin
    02:16
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    Consideration of US dollar influence when implementing Central Bank sanctions Richard Nephew
    02:39
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    Views on the future of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac during confirmation hearings Julián Castro
    01:08
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    Dodd-Frank's impact on financial stability and the limitations of FSOC's authority Janet Yellen
    03:04
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    Regulatory reform and economic recovery considerations in Executive Order 13563 Cass Sunstein
    03:54
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    Dodd-Frank's impact on the Federal Reserve's powers and transparency Neal Wolin
    02:33
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    2012 proposal for capping bank non-deposit liabilities relative to GDP Dan Tarullo
    03:55
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    Discussion on the adoption and political impact of the Volcker Rule Barney Frank
    02:09
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    CFPB's Know Before You Owe initiative and President Obama's support Richard Cordray
    01:17
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    Challenges of obtaining affordable mortgages in San Antonio before serving as HUD Secretary Julián Castro
    01:15
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    Reflections on legislative agenda during Obama's first term Ronald Klain
    03:55
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    Regulating private equity firm participation in bank bidding processes Sheila Bair
    03:23
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    Perspectives on industry professionals in regulatory roles and negotiation challenges Sheila Bair
    02:30
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    Discussion on the effectiveness of capital requirements and resolution plans post-Dodd-Frank Janet Yellen
    06:02
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    Efforts to incorporate income inequality into Federal Reserve discussions Sarah Bloom Raskin
    03:18
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    Involvement in Privacy Shield negotiations and addressing EU-US data privacy differences Anthony Gardner
    03:53
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    Challenges in creating rules for online political ad disclaimers Ellen Weintraub
    05:53
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    Development of financial reform white paper and legislative text under Obama administration Neal Wolin
    04:00
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    Challenges faced by the Treasury Department during the financial crisis Stephanie Cutter
    06:28
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    Coordination between government and private sector on sanctions implementation Richard Nephew
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    Understanding the dynamics of stressed mortgages at FDIC Sheila Bair
    01:21
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    Dodd-Frank's mortgage provisions for homeowner aid and future crisis prevention Neal Wolin
    03:06
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    Perception of worsening predatory lending and foreclosure practices post-2013 Jessica Sanchez
    02:54
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    Reflections on negotiation strategies and respect for President Obama's family life Richard Trumka
    02:14
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    Reflections on the market's reaction to a financial policy speech Timothy Geithner
    02:23
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    Addressing discrimination in lending practices at the CFPB Richard Cordray
    02:11
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    Differentiating between reserve and capital requirements in financial reform Christina Romer
    02:09
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    Changing TARP fund allocation after confirmation as Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner
    04:11
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    CEO's experience with personal criticism during fiscal-cliff negotiations David Cote
    03:07
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    Forecasting challenges during the 2007-2008 financial crisis and policy responses Larry Summers
    03:31
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    Changing rules for private equity firms as bidders in bank receivership scenarios Sheila Bair
    01:12
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    Involvement in the TARP legislation and transition period economic efforts John Podesta
    02:03
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    Addressing the lack of consistent metrics for mortgage servicers Sarah Bloom Raskin
    02:24
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    Pride in CFPB's consumer hotline and impact on financial regulation Wally Adeyemo
    03:56
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    Development and implementation of the Troubled Asset Relief Program Henry Paulson
    10:54
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    Unconventional reappointment as FDIC chair via President Obama's public support Sheila Bair
    02:44
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    Efforts to reform the Federal Reserve's approach to financial stability post-crisis Janet Yellen
    06:00
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    Importance of pre-meeting negotiations in global financial diplomacy Wally Adeyemo
    02:09
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    Preparation and communication of the Federal Reserve's tapering strategy Janet Yellen
    06:41
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    Efforts to reform investment advisor rules for retirement security Betsey Stevenson
    05:43
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    Reflections on early legislative victories and bipartisan support in the Obama administration Pete Rouse
    02:07
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    Impact of the National Mortgage Servicing Settlement on mortgage practices Shaun Donovan
    05:48
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    Early experiences with progressive organizations at the Washington Hilton Tina Tchen
    05:22
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    Linking consumer protection to middle-class prosperity in the Obama administration's financial reform efforts Brian Deese
    04:12
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    Discussion on the decline of public funding in presidential campaigns Ellen Weintraub
    07:38
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    Response to the Panama Papers and accelerating Treasury Department proposals Wally Adeyemo
    01:10
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    Stricter capital requirements for foreign banks in the US during Obama's second term Dan Tarullo
    05:00
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    Handling AIG executive bonuses and financial reform challenges during the Obama administration Pete Rouse
    05:44
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    CFPB collaboration with state Attorneys General to enforce against deceptive practices Richard Cordray
    01:26
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    Expansion and evolution of HARP and HAMP during the Obama administration Timothy Geithner
    02:48
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    Decision to use recess appointments for Richard Cordray and NLRB members in 2012 Kathryn Ruemmler
    08:52
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    Balancing technocracy with qualitative experiences in federal government roles Sarah Bloom Raskin
    04:16
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    Evaluating the effectiveness of stress tests in financial reform and regulation Larry Summers
    03:36
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    Negotiating mortgage modifications with banks during the financial crisis Austan Goolsbee
    03:55
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    Importance of having an individual Director for the CFPB rather than a board Richard Cordray
    02:41
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    The role of the CFPB in supporting fair business practices and long-term growth Richard Cordray
    02:49
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    Defending Dodd-Frank against varied opposition arguments Neal Wolin
    03:28
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    Concerns about Senator Dodd's TARP bonus compensation provision in the Recovery Act Rob Nabors
    02:12
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    Differences in White House and Senate Democrat approaches to tax policy negotiations Shaun Donovan
    03:22
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    Evolution of HAMP and HARP programs during the Obama administration Shaun Donovan
    01:06
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    Republican opposition to Richard Cordray's nomination as director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Brian Deese
    02:03
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    Coordination between the Obama transition team and Treasury during the 2008 financial crisis Dan Tarullo
    08:42
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    Debates within the Obama administration on handling the financial crisis Michael Froman
    02:33
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    Explaining the Federal Reserve's asset purchasing program to the public and Congress Janet Yellen
    04:14
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    Initial exposure to payday loans and misconceptions about them Ollie Parham
    01:11
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    Working with Congress on financial system oversight reforms Timothy Geithner
    02:47
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    Opinions on the distribution of regulatory power in the financial system Dan Tarullo
    09:56
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    Defense of Federal Reserve's independence and opposition to the Audit the Fed bill Janet Yellen
    05:05
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    Early discussions on how to address the banking crisis during the Obama administration Neal Wolin
    02:37
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    Creation of the Quantitative Surveillance Team at the Federal Reserve Dan Tarullo
    04:04
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    FCC's evaluation of Comcast-NBC and AT&T-T-Mobile mergers Julius Genachowski
    04:47
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    Impact of short-term budgeting on fire prevention and government trust Brian Deese
    02:49
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    Early impressions of the Obama administration's financial crisis response John Hennessy
    02:32
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    Revising the Dodd-Frank threshold for systemically important banks Dan Tarullo
    06:53
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    Reflections on working with President Obama and the impact on family legacy Dan Tarullo
    09:16
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    Treasury Secretary's approach to financial strategy and collaboration with President Obama's team Timothy Geithner
    02:13
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    Discussion on the importance of PAYGO for fiscal health and political strategy Peter Orszag
    01:03
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    Public expectations and challenges for the CFPB during the financial crisis Wally Adeyemo
    03:45
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    Impact of Senate confirmation on agency legitimacy and operations Richard Cordray
    01:06
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    Perspectives on the role of regulators in the financial industry from 2006 to 2011 Sheila Bair
    02:03
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    Federal Reserve rulemaking process and governors' collaboration on Dodd-Frank regulations Sarah Bloom Raskin
    02:53
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    Negotiating the bank settlement and the challenges of achieving consensus Shaun Donovan
    05:09
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    Reflections on Barney Frank's role in Dodd-Frank and a personal encounter with President Obama Elizabeth Warren
    04:13
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    Organizing the Student Debt Strike and challenging for-profit college debt practices Astra Taylor
    11:50
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    Challenges and perspectives on implementing the Volcker Rule Larry Summers
    06:10
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    Work on the Dodd-Frank Act and addressing too big to fail Rohit Kumar
    05:41
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    Addressing the complexity of the financial system and mortgage crisis with punitive measures Shaun Donovan
    04:02
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    Involvement in the 2012 fiscal cliff negotiations and Washington insider dynamics David Cote
    03:38
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    Challenges of government intervention in the financial sector during the crisis Timothy Geithner
    01:18
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    Federal Reserve's asset purchase strategy during the financial crisis Janet Yellen
    06:31
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    Development and implementation of the 2016 overtime pay rule Sharon Block
    08:07
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    Housing policy and homeowner refinancing strategies during the financial crisis Brian Deese
    05:16
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    Assessment of Obama administration's support for minority businesses during economic downturn Sharon Pinder
    04:48
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    Issuing Financial Regulatory Reform: A New Foundation Neal Wolin
    02:25
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    Reorganization of Federal Reserve supervision and the role of lender of last resort Janet Yellen
    04:37
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    Concerns about President Obama's response to the financial crisis and auto industry issues Henry Paulson
    02:44
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    Impact of President Obama's support for the Volcker rule on financial reform negotiations Neal Wolin
    04:49
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    Observations of the housing crisis in Baltimore while interviewing for Maryland financial commissioner Sarah Bloom Raskin
    03:58
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    Optimism and strategy in addressing the housing crisis Shaun Donovan
    04:25
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    The role of derivatives in the financial system and the need for proper regulation Neal Wolin
    01:21
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    Fix the Debt's approach to raising awareness about national debt post-Simpson-Bowles report David Cote
    01:06
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    Discussions on financial crisis management and moral hazard during the Obama transition period Jason Furman
    02:06
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    Discussion on the importance of bank capital and public communication strategies Sheila Bair
    02:07
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    Discussion on reforming bank regulation and implementing a bank fee to mitigate risk Austan Goolsbee
    03:43
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    Development and strategy behind the Financial Regulatory Reform proposal Timothy Geithner
    03:09
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    Negotiations between Vice President Biden and Senator McConnell to avoid the fiscal cliff Rob Nabors
    01:25
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    Analysis of small bank consolidation during Obama's second term Jason Furman
    02:43
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    Checks on the power of the Director of the CFPB Richard Cordray
    02:40
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    State vs. federal financial regulation and the impact of preemption doctrine on state innovation Sarah Bloom Raskin
    04:21
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    Familiarity with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau before joining the Obama administration Brian Deese
    02:40
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    Impact of Scott Brown's election on financial reform efforts Neal Wolin
    02:43
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    Assembling the CFPB team and building its culture under Elizabeth Warren's vision Wally Adeyemo
    04:51
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    Early economic policy challenges in the Obama administration Austan Goolsbee
    06:51
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    Challenges of implementing Dodd-Frank due to funding and rule-writing processes Sheila Bair
    03:03
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    Impact of subprime lending on minority communities and redlining issues Diane Johnson
    02:03
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    Incorporating realistic projections in the federal budget for recurring costs Peter Orszag
    02:59
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    Advocating for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau in Dodd-Frank legislation Barney Frank
    02:18
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    Desire for children to remember contributions to protecting Main Street at FDIC Sheila Bair
    02:55
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    Financial reform and regulation focus during the administration's first term Jason Furman
    01:25
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    Impact of AIG bonuses on public trust during the financial crisis David Axelrod
    01:16
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    Reflections on the shift from globalization to hyper-globalization and trade agreements Lori Wallach
    05:03
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    Evolution of views on public financing and the decline of bipartisanship in Congress Sheila Bair
    02:31
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    Perspective on the Reduce Unnecessary Spending Act of 2010 as a budget management tool Peter Orszag
    02:45
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    Follow-up on Dodd-Frank and financial regulatory system adaptation Dan Tarullo
    09:06
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    Transition from the White House to the CFPB and reflections on career choices Lisa Konwinski
    02:55
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    Reflections on the early response to the financial crisis and leadership during the Obama administration Neal Wolin
    03:59
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    Preference for selling properties to private equity over nonprofits Julián Castro
    01:11
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    Experience with bankruptcy reform and the creation of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Elizabeth Warren
    11:43
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    Inception of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau in financial reform plans Timothy Geithner
    01:25
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    Building bipartisan coalitions for the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act and Recovery Act Harry Reid
    02:42
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    Experience with financial system stability and gaps in housing and bankruptcy reform knowledge Timothy Geithner
    02:45
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    Role of Biden-McConnell relationship in resolving the 2011 debt ceiling crisis Shailagh Murray
    04:35
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    Path to becoming Deputy National Security Advisor for International Economics Wally Adeyemo
    05:11
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    Robert Rubin's influence on Obama's economic advisors and their experience from the '90s Michael Froman
    01:29
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    Impact of Senate confirmation delay on public perception of the Bureau Richard Cordray
    02:34
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    Personal experience with the 2008 financial crisis and fight for fair housing Jessica Sanchez
    03:18
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    Reflection on the 2010 midterm elections as a referendum on the Obama administration's legislative agenda Pete Rouse
    02:18
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    Origins and perceptions of the sequestration idea in the Budget Control Act of 2011 Pete Rouse
    02:36
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    Role as liaison to the G20 summit during President-Elect Obama's transition Dan Tarullo
    03:34
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    Transition from White House to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau legislative affairs Lisa Konwinski
    05:24
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    Confirmation hearing stance on Treasury's role in the economy Neal Wolin
    02:21
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    Comparing legislative agendas and challenges of the Clinton and Obama administrations Tom Harkin
    12:53
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    Obama administration's efforts to restructure Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Shaun Donovan
    09:49
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    Understanding Republican opposition to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Wally Adeyemo
    03:37
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    Nomination to the Federal Reserve Board of Governors without prior meeting with Obama Sarah Bloom Raskin
    02:08
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    Promoting economic growth and anti-money laundering in Angola with the Financial Action Task Force Neal Wolin
    05:17
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    Gym interactions with Senator Obama and legislative work during the financial crisis Katie Fallon
    04:52
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    Transition in leadership roles at the Federal Reserve Janet Yellen
    01:29
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    Perceptions of President Obama's relationship with the business community David Cote
    03:38
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    Impact of legislation on the Federal Reserve's power and authority Timothy Geithner
    03:46
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    Reforming FDIC examination process to be forward-looking Sheila Bair
    01:25
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    Obama's focus on the financial crisis and TARP during the 2008 campaign Jason Furman
    06:59
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    Obama's role in fostering consensus during the European financial crisis Timothy Geithner
    02:30
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    Evolution of discussions on Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac during Dodd-Frank drafting Neal Wolin
    02:46
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    Discussing the Federal Reserve's focus on Main Street during the financial crisis Janet Yellen
    03:28
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    Attracting dedicated staff to the CFPB in its early days Richard Cordray
    01:26
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    Involvement in the Fix the Debt campaign and fundraising efforts David Cote
    02:56
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    Coordination among US regulatory agencies for international negotiations in Basel Dan Tarullo
    04:34
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    Navigating the political challenges of bailouts during financial crises Neal Wolin
    02:24
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    Response to the 2008 financial crisis and the development of TARP legislation Christopher Dodd
    19:01
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    Obama's support for TARP and approach to policy over politics during the 2008 campaign David Axelrod
    04:01
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    Strategies and challenges during fiscal negotiations from 2010 to 2012 Rohit Kumar
    08:01
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    Reforming Afghanistan's central bank and addressing Kabul Bank's fraud issues Neal Wolin
    03:00
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    Challenges of presenting a unified US delegation in international financial negotiations Dan Tarullo
    02:42
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    Recruitment to the Obama administration's economic policy team during the financial crisis Neal Wolin
    04:00
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    Obama's ethical rules on lobbying and their inspiration John Podesta
    03:17
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    Reflections on the use of the filibuster during the Obama administration Wilma Liebman
    02:28
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    Reflections on the impact of the Obama administration on personal growth and worldview Neal Wolin
    04:47
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    Challenges and resistance to regulatory changes at the Federal Reserve Dan Tarullo
    06:07
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    Reflections on post-Citizens United rulemaking and its impact on elections Ellen Weintraub
    02:15
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    Relationship between the Obama administration and Democratic Party in 2014 David Simas
    09:22
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    Obama administration's push for EITC and child tax credit expansion in 2014 tax legislation Jason Furman
    04:05
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    CFPB's approach to providing technical advice to Congress without engaging in political lobbying Lisa Konwinski
    02:58
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    Participation in the US-China Strategic and Economic Dialogue and concerns about US deficit spending Peter Orszag
    02:24
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    Strategies to unite the Democratic Caucus post-Scott Brown election Neal Wolin
    02:46
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    Discussions with Senator Warren on creating a consumer protection agency Larry Summers
    01:29
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    Impact of European debt crisis on US bank recapitalization strategy Henry Paulson
    05:51
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    Inclusion of underserved communities in the ARRA and consultation with civil rights groups Janet Murguía
    05:22
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    Response to Rick Santelli's critique of the Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan Timothy Geithner
    06:57
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    Lessons from managing the Asia financial crisis and their application in the Obama administration Dan Tarullo
    04:03
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    Critique of HAMP and HARP implementation and suggestions for mortgage modification Sheila Bair
    03:15
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    Unaddressed areas of Dodd-Frank and the focus on financial stability at the Federal Reserve Janet Yellen
    05:23
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    Challenges of implementing Dodd-Frank at the Federal Reserve Sarah Bloom Raskin
    05:57
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    Reflections on access to President Obama and challenges with policy influence during the transition Sheila Bair
    03:14
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    Debate on the effectiveness and risks of cramdown legislation during the financial crisis Timothy Geithner
    05:16
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    Impact of public frustration on the administration's economic approach Brian Deese
    02:42
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    Critique of the early Obama administration's approach to economic inequality and bank bailouts Richard Trumka
    02:25
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    Challenges and improvements in housing policy during the Obama administration Brian Deese
    07:32
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    Discussion on revising bankruptcy code for mortgage modifications Larry Summers
    04:47
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    Discussion on the second private letter to President Obama about the economy Robert Trapp
    05:44
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    Obama's decision to support TARP against campaign advice and his political courage during the transition Henry Paulson
    04:37
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    CFPB's role and consumer protection during the COVID-19 pandemic Richard Cordray
    02:25
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    Admiration for Paul Volcker's approach to combating inflation and leadership qualities Sheila Bair
    01:21
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    Reflections on the lack of questioning in financial risk assessment pre-crisis and reforms at the Fed Dan Tarullo
    08:30
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    Negotiating executive compensation during the TARP initiative Neal Wolin
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