Financial Crisis Inquiry Report

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Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.

081 - Commission conclusions on Chapter 13
Yesterday at 9:00 AM

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


080 - Ch 13 Money funds and other investors Drinking from a fire hose
Last Tuesday at 9:00 AM

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


079 - Ch 13 SIVs An Oasis of Calm
Last Monday at 9:00 AM

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


078 - Ch 13 BNP Paribas The ringing of the bells
Last Sunday at 9:00 AM

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


077 - Ch 13 Countrywide That's our 911
Last Saturday at 9:00 AM

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


076 - Ch 13 IKB of Germany Real Money Investors
Last Friday at 9:00 AM

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


075 - Chapter 13 Summer 2007 Disruptions in Funding Intro
04/09/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


074 - Commission Conclusions on Ch 12
04/08/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


073 - AIG Well Bigger
04/07/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


072 - Rating Agencies
04/06/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


071 - Bear Stearns's Hedge Funds
04/05/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


070 - Ch 12 Goldman Let's be Aggressive
04/04/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


069 - Early 2007 Spreading Subprime Worries
04/03/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


068 - Commission Conclusions on Ch 11
04/02/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


067 - Ch 11 Losses Who Owns Residential Credit Risk
04/01/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


066 - Ch 11 Legal Remedies On the Basis of the Information
03/31/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


065 - Ch 11 CDOs Climbing the Wall of Subprime Lending
03/30/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


064 - Ch 11 Rating Downgrades Never Before
03/29/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


063 - Ch 11 The Bust Delinquencies The Turn of the Housing Market
03/28/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


062 - Commission Conclusions on Chapter 10
03/27/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


061 - Moody's It Was All About Revenue
03/26/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


060 - Regulators Are Undue Concentrations of Risk Developing
03/25/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


059 - Merrill Lynch Whatever It Takes
03/24/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


058 - AIG I'm Not Getting Paid Enough to Stand on These Tracks
03/23/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


057 - Citigroup I Do Not Believe We Were Powerless
03/22/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


056 - Ch 10 Credit Default Swaps Dumb Question
03/21/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


055 - Ch 10 CDO Managers We Are Not A Rent-A-Manager
03/20/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


054 - Commission Conclusions on Chapter 9
03/19/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


053 - Affordable housing goals GSEs cried bloody murder forever The impact of the goals
03/18/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


052 - Increase Our Penetration into Subprime 2007 Moving deeper into the credit pool
03/17/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


051 - Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Two Stark Choices
03/16/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


050 - Lehman From Moving to Storage
03/15/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


049 - Leveraged Loans and Commercial Real Estate You've Got to Get Up and Dance
03/14/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


048 - Regulators markets will always self-correct
03/13/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


047 - Disclosure and due diligence A Quality Control Issue in the Factory
03/12/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


046 - Mortgage Fraud Crime-facilitative environments
03/11/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


045 - Chapter 9 The Bubble A Credit-induced Boom
03/10/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


044 - Commission Conclusions on Chapter 8
03/09/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


043 - Ch 8 SEC It's Going to be an Awfully Big Mess
03/08/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.


042 - Ch 8 Moody's Achieved Through Some Alchemy
03/07/2026

Explore the in-depth findings of the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission as it unravels the complex web of events that led to the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. This comprehensive report not only includes two thought-provoking Dissenting Statements but also weaves a chronological narrative based on extensive research, including millions of documents and interviews with key leaders, CxOs, financial experts, and academics. Additionally, hear the powerful stories of everyday individuals—homeowners and business owners—whose lives were dramatically affected by the collapse. Join us as we delve into a pivotal moment in economic history, narrated by Mario Pineda.