In this book, Francis Fukuyama posits that human history is moving towards a state of idealized harmony through the mechanisms of liberal democracy. He argues that liberal democracy is the final form of human government, driven by two powerful forces: the logic of modern science and the struggle for recognition. Fukuyama draws on the philosophical ideas of Hegel and Kojeve, suggesting that liberal democracy meets the economic and psychological needs of humanity, including the desire for recognition and dignity. The book explores the implications of this thesis, including the potential paradox that the satisfaction of basic needs might lead to a lack of outlets for human striving and recognition[2][3][5].
In this semi-autobiographical book, John Perkins recounts his experiences as an economist for the engineering consulting firm Chas. T. Main. He describes how he was trained and used by the NSA to convince leaders of underdeveloped countries to accept substantial development loans for large construction and engineering projects. These loans, contracted to U.S. companies, trapped the countries in a system of American influence and control, benefiting local elites and wealthy families but burdening the general population with unrepayable debts. Perkins criticizes U.S. foreign policy and the corporatocracy that drives global exploitation, highlighting his interactions with significant figures and his eventual transformation into an activist advocating for sustainable and regenerative systems[2][3][5].
Today’s podcast features Matthew Piepenburg, a finance professional and co-author of Gold Matters, a book on gold as a wealth-preservation asset. He writes and speaks on topics such as debt, inflation, central banks, and geopolitics.
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In this thoroughly informative podcast, Matthew Piepenburg deep dives into:
* Bond Yields and why they are the key thing to watch moving forwards
* Trump v Powell
* Why QE is going to happen and what will happen to currencies as a result
* The financial endgame and how to protect yourself
* Trump/Tariffs/China
* The qualities of gold
* And much more
Matthew is a partner at VON GREYERZ (English). You can visit the website here.
We recently had Egon von Greyerz on the podcast too, where we spoke about all things Gold and current challenges facing the continent of Europe. You can listen to that episode below.
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