Wall Street veteran and economist Allen Farrington discusses flaws in mental models used for assessing value in the market. Topics include MMA as a metaphor for capitalism, flaws in the Capital Asset Pricing Model, limitations of GDP as an indicator of economic wellbeing, and the transformative nature of Bitcoin in resisting violence.

Allen Farrington, author of 'Bitcoin Is Venice' and founder of Axiom BTC Capital, dives deep into the contentious debate between Saifedean and Saylor about borrowing against Bitcoin. He discusses the risks of stablecoins compared to traditional bank accounts and their role in expanding fiat currencies. Allen highlights critical technical risks in crypto and examines institutional involvement, including BNY Mellon's custody services. Lastly, he touches on free speech technologies like Nostr, and their implications for Bitcoin's future.

"Bitcoin is Venice" co-authors, Allen Farrington and Sacha Meyers, discuss the power of prices, subjective vs objective, social morality and technology, and whether Bitcoin can reduce violence.

Allen Farrington and Sacha Meyers, co-authors of the book 'Bitcoin is Venice', discuss the nature of capital and capitalism in this podcast. They explore the similarities between MMA and Bitcoin, the concept of capital and why Bitcoin levels the playing field.

Dhruv Bansal, Ryan Gentry, and Allen Farrington discuss decentralizing the internet with Bitcoin. Topics include layer zero and layer one, lightning network efficiency, potential use cases, AI interaction with Bitcoin, Ethereum's priorities, and future of Bitcoin's impact.

In this conversation, Allen Farrington, a writer and investor behind Bitcoin Is Venice and co-founder of Axiom, dives into the turmoil wrought by fiat currencies on both personal finances and broader economies. He highlights the philosophical foundations of a Bitcoin standard, arguing for its potential to address capitalism's flaws. Topics include systemic inflation, the moral pitfalls of credit expansion, and how digital currency can empower individuals. Farrington makes a compelling case that Bitcoin could reshape our approach to financial sovereignty and equality.

Bitcoin authors Eric Yakes and Allen Farrington discuss Bitcoin venture investing, Lightning Network, Bitcoin as collateral, and large institutions custodying Bitcoin. They also touch on the Euro-Cup, Trump speaking at a Bitcoin Conference, and upcoming Bitcoin events like the Pacific Bitcoin festival and Pleb Party Nashville.

Guests Allen Farrington and Sacha Meyers discuss the relationship between money and culture, the effects of Bitcoin on culture and ethics, and how the Bitcoin standard changes humanity's primary incentive structure. They explore topics such as the nature of capital, Keynesian economics, labor theory of value, and the subjective nature of assets. The discussion also touches on the importance of self-custody for owning Bitcoin and the potential impact of Bitcoin on culture and ethics.

In a thought-provoking discussion, Allen Farrington, co-author of 'Bitcoin is Venice,' shares insights on the transformative power of Bitcoin. He explores historical comparisons between Bitcoin and the governance of Venice, emphasizing how sound money can foster stability. Allen critiques the fiat system, advocating for a transition to Bitcoin while delving into the sovereign individual thesis. He highlights the implications of this shift in today's economic landscape and the potential for individual sovereignty amidst changing governance models.

Allen Farrington, General Partner at Axiom Venture Partners, talks about ethics, violence, Apple, lite beer, MMT, capitalism, and the state's role in capitalism on a Bitcoin Talk episode. The conversation meanders through various fascinating topics, showcasing a wide array of ideas and viewpoints in a thought-provoking manner.