
InFi: the Future of Finance
Welcome to INFI: the Future of Finance, hosted by American economist and author Dr. Robert P. Murphy. Each week tune in for dynamic discussions with business pioneers about emerging trends in finance, life insurance, asset management, technology, and more.
Latest episodes

Dec 15, 2023 • 54min
Ep. 15: Bob Murphy Interviews GPT-4 on MMT and Equity
In an effort to showcase the remarkable abilities of ChatGPT-4, Bob and the infineo team reenact a "conversation" Bob had with the large language model. Article mentioned: https://www.infineo.ai/articles/the-economic-impact-of-chatgpt-2 Watch the video version of this episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MW7RbJVz4Vc Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3XXfmGS Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infineogroup/ Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/infineogroup/ Learn more about Infineo at: https://www.infineo.io/ Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

Dec 8, 2023 • 50min
Ep. 14: Robert Bryce on Power-Starved Developing Nations and Power-Hungry Politicians
Robert Bryce is a journalist, author, and film producer who has been writing about energy policy for more than 30 years. He joins Bob to discuss his latest projects, with a focus on the developing world's need for cheap, reliable power. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yjrOYIj997o Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3XXfmGS Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infineogroup/ Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/infineogroup/ Learn more about Infineo at: https://www.infineo.io/ Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

Dec 1, 2023 • 47min
Ep. 13: Samson Mow Evangelizes Bitcoin to the World
Samson Mow is CEO of JAN3, a Bitcoin technology company focused on accelerating hyperbitcoinization, and is best known for his work with El Salvador’s Bitcoin initiatives, and his efforts in nation-state Bitcoin adoption around the world. Samson joins Bob to discuss the prospects for global Bitcoin adoption and related issues. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=co8oHpvTr6c Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3XXfmGS Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infineogroup/ Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/infineogroup/ Learn more about Infineo at: https://www.infineo.io/ Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

Nov 24, 2023 • 47min
Ep. 12: JP Richardson on Crypto Wallets, Exodus' Blockchain IPO, and the Future of Digital Money
JP Richardson is co-founder and CEO of Exodus, which provides "wallets" for users to safely and easily manage their crypto holdings. Among other topics, he explains how Exodus raised $75 million in a public offering using blockchain technology. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4NztrWohqPE Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3XXfmGS Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infineogroup/ Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/infineogroup/ Learn more about Infineo at: https://www.infineo.io/ Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

Nov 17, 2023 • 50min
Ep. 11: Lyn Alden Explains Why the World's Monies Are So Broken
Lyn Alden, a financial researcher with a large following, explains the history of money and why government-issued fiat money is not suitable. Topics discussed include quantitative easing's impact on asset prices and inflation, challenges faced by people in countries with devaluing currencies, the evolution of money from barter to Bitcoin, and the role of stablecoins in the future of finance.

Nov 10, 2023 • 1h 29min
Ep. 10: Christian Hubbs on Black Swan Tail-Hedging and Recent Innovations in AI
Christian Hubbs, PhD in machine learning, discusses Mark Spitznagel's risk management, AI innovations, and profitable businesses. Topics include tail-hedging, AI applications in finance, optimal betting strategies, portfolio construction, AI development in strategic games, and neural networks in language processing.

Nov 3, 2023 • 53min
Ep. 9: How the Supreme Court's Moore Ruling Could Overturn the US Tax Code
Dean Emeritus of Columbia Law School David Schizer explains the potentially enormous ramifications of a pending Supreme Court case concerning the taxation of unrealized income. This issue is of particular relevance to Infineo as borrowing against an asset is a primary tool in using permanent life insurance for cash management. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hTYQxTMp3A Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3XXfmGS Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infineogroup/ Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/infineogroup/ Learn more about Infineo at: https://www.infineo.io/ Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

Oct 27, 2023 • 44min
Ep. 8: Jason Raznick on Benzinga and the Future of Digital Assets
Jason Raznick is Founder and CEO of Benzinga, which provides in-depth financial news to investors around the world. He talks with Bob about the evolving financial landscape, with a focus on digital assets, including the conference Benzinga will be hosting in NYC. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxvEOd3BZhA Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3XXfmGS Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infineogroup/ Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/infineogroup/ Learn more about Infineo at: https://www.infineo.io/ Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

Oct 20, 2023 • 54min
Ep. 7: An Economist Compares Whole Life with "Buy Term & Invest the Difference"
Economist Dave Ramsey discusses the pros and cons of Whole Life insurance and 'Buy Term & Invest the Difference' strategy. Topics include rate of return, high fees, risk and reward trade-off of stock market and treasuries, accurate calculation rates, death benefit coverage, and the value of life insurance coverage. The comparison between whole life insurance and term insurance is also explored, highlighting expected value and rate of return, advantages and disadvantages, and the benefits of using whole life insurance policies to manage cash.

Oct 13, 2023 • 44min
Ep. 6: Jeff Deist on Financial Innovations in Gold Investment and Hedging
Jeff Deist is general counsel at Monetary Metals. He explains his firm's new approach to the age-old practice of investing in gold for financial returns and hedging. He also shares his general outlook on central banks and the state of the global economy. Bob's discussion with Jeff Deist about Mark Spitznagel's book Safe Haven: https://mises.org/library/mark-spitznagels-safe-haven Watch the video version of this episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WbUZTKh3LYw Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3XXfmGS Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infineogroup/ Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/infineogroup/ Learn more about Infineo at: https://www.infineo.io/ Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com