
Bitcoin Hits All-Time High: A Once in a Species Breakthrough w/ Jesse Myers (WiM586)
The "What is Money?" Show
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Money and the Evolution of Humanity
This chapter examines the evolution of the human brain in relation to economic concepts and the development of money, tracing the origins of currency back to ancient shell bead jewelry. It contrasts the artifacts created by Neanderthals and Homo sapiens and critiques the narrow perspectives in anthropology that overlook economic significance. The discussion also encompasses how money emerged as a cooperative technology that enhances social interactions and collaboration, reshaping human relationships and social structures.
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