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The "What is Money?" Show
A New Theory of Violence Cycles with Rahim Taghizadegan (WiM391)
Nov 13, 2023
01:18:43
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Rahim Taghizadegan, an economist, discusses his paper on the Praxeology of Coercion and Violence Cycles. They explore violence cycles, the collaborative structure of markets, empire expansion, persuasion, Bitcoin's role, and the importance of illusions within society.
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- Long periods of peace can create a craving for violence, leading to explosive reconciliation.
- The supply and demand of 'bads' and subjective perceptions of threats are crucial in violent cycles.
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The Influence of History on Current Times
The podcast explores how periods of peace can lead to a craving for reality, resulting in people embracing the violence of war. It draws a parallel between the era leading up to the first world war and the present, suggesting a similar momentum is at play today. The episode touches upon how systems based on deception and threats can lead to destructive cycles. It highlights the importance of reality checks and the danger of long periods of peace lulling people into obedience, potentially resulting in explosive reconciliation.
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