Coin Stories Natalie Smolenski: Bitcoin as Pristine Collateral for a Society of Broken Money & Values
Apr 4, 2024
Founder and anthropologist Natalie Smolenski discusses valuing Bitcoin and its potential as 'Pristine Collateral'. They explore Bitcoin's governance impact, self-sovereignty, and societal benefits. The conversation critiques the fiat money system, inflation, and the role of Bitcoin in redefining financial systems. They also discuss the rising costs of living, political solutions, and future publication updates.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring Bitcoin's Governance Impact and Historical Parallels to Written Ledgers
01:52 • 2min
Exploring the Breakdown of Trust in Institutions and the Role of Bitcoin in Self-Sovereignty
04:14 • 6min
Decentralizing Power in Money: Bitcoin's Role as Pristine Collateral
09:51 • 16min
Exploring the Interplay of Society, Economic Decay, and Hope Amidst Bitcoin Conversations
26:20 • 6min
Rethinking Financial Systems and Institutional Influence in Bitcoin Space
32:04 • 12min
Discussion on Rising Costs of Living, Political Solutions, and Future Publication Updates
44:14 • 3min