Once Bitten! A Bitcoin Podcast. The Metric System Is A Scam. @DominicFrisby. #455
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Jun 11, 2024 
In this engaging discussion, financial writer and comedian Dominic Frisby reveals why he believes the metric system is a scam designed by two Frenchmen. He delves into the chaotic history of measurement systems, highlighting how body proportions shaped traditional units. Frisby critiques modern architecture and the political implications of metric adoption, while connecting ancient measurements to Bitcoin's evolving value. He emphasizes the importance of self-custody in cryptocurrency, energizing listeners to rethink their financial relationships.
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Traditional vs Metric Systems
- Traditional weights and measures evolved organically based on the human body and practical use.
- Metric system is a designed, fixed system based on decimalization, unlike the intuitive organic process of traditional measures.
Human Body as Measurement Basis
- Traditional measures are fundamentally based on the human body and its proportions.
- This explains the intuitive consistency of units like foot, yard, fathom, inch, and hand across cultures.
Metric System Kills Architectural Diversity
- Traditional measurement systems promote architectural diversity due to regional variations in the human body-based units.
- Metric system's uniformity leads to homogeneous, less aesthetically pleasing buildings worldwide.