Have you ever heard anyone explain why gold is The Only Real Money and that the US Federal Reserve is run by people who are (either stupidly or maliciously) eng

Have you ever heard anyone explain why gold is The Only Real Money and that the US Federal Reserve is run by people who are (either stupidly or maliciously) engaged in a conspiracy that is perpetuating a scam at your expense? If you haven't, and you want to suffer through alcohol-fueled ranting and explanations, read on. My advice would be to get your economic advice from actual economists (and preferably sober ones).