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The "What is Money?" Show
The Triffin Dilemma | The Twilight of Gold Series | Episode 15 (WiM364)
Sep 11, 2023
Lester, a fellow student of money, joins the host to discuss various topics including the role of money in personal relationships, the intelligence of the market, ownership and central banks, the mythologies of gold shortages, the potential impact of Bitcoin adoption, and the failure of the financial system.
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- Managing prices destroys the price discovery process and central banks may not always be successful in their attempts.
- Open communication about money is crucial in relationships to avoid misunderstandings and resentment.
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The Challenge of Managing Prices and the Role of Central Banks
The speaker discusses the challenge of managing prices and the role of central banks. They argue that trying to manage prices is inherently deceptive and destroys the price discovery process. The assumption that central banks have always been successful and will continue to be is challenged. The speaker cites a quote that highlights the undervalued asset of a history book.
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