The "What is Money?" Show

"What is Money?" explores the concept of money through deep conversations with various thinkers. Topics include the highest form of energy humans can channel, money as a tool of power, the desirable characteristics of money, and the importance of understanding money. The podcast also discusses scarcity, desire, and conflict, the connection between desire and monetization, and money as a technology. It delves into the unification of money and language, the significance of money in conveying messages, and the accessibility of the Lightning Network.

Robert Breedlove discusses the nature and properties of money, people's biases toward the dollar, and how Bitcoin serves as a libertarian cheat code in the battle over state coercion. They explore the question of what is money, the properties of money, and the significance of scarcity. They also discuss the potential threat of central bank digital currencies and the importance of studying economics and understanding the principles of private property. The chapter concludes by exploring how Bitcoin can make money theft-proof, aligning with the core ethos of natural law, and its potential to enhance freedom and change the way we treat one another.

Former race car driver, Danica Patrick, hosts a conversation with Bitcoin expert Robert Breedlove. They discuss the corruption of money, history of central banking, human ego, and the potential of Bitcoin to fix broken incentives. They explore topics such as debt accumulation, Bitcoin's creation and price factors, central banking as a political scheme, and the illusion of separateness fostered by the ego.

Robert Breedlove discusses the nature and evolution of money, Bitcoin, and the notion of 'loving money'. They touch on topics such as the flaws in modern fiat money, the impact of centralization, the history of attempts to create decentralized currencies, and the common narratives surrounding Bitcoin.

Robert Breedlove discusses the properties of sound money, central banking, and why Bitcoin is the best peace-making technology. They explore the nature of money, its role as a medium of exchange, and the importance of understanding it to comprehend Bitcoin. They also delve into the effects of inflation, the technological nature of money, and the fraudulent nature of fractional reserve banking. The chapter concludes with a discussion on the design and purpose of Bitcoin, its properties as money, and its potential future value.

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.

Robert Breedlove, an expert on the nature of money and Bitcoin, discusses the attributes of ideal money, the origins of money and division of labor, and why Bitcoin is the closest thing to perfect money humans have ever had.

The podcast explores the concepts of money, gold, and the central bank. It discusses debunking myths about Bitcoin, the loss of global reserve status of the Pound Sterling, manipulation and mythologies surrounding money and gold, the challenges of debt and the potential of Bitcoin as an independent form of currency, the impact of returning to the gold standard during the Great Depression, England's dilemma regarding devaluing currency, the evolution of Britain's gold standard and its impact on the free market.

Lester, a fellow student of money, joins the host to discuss 'The Twilight of Gold' book series. They explore the shift from gold to Bitcoin, inflationary and deflationary forces, the influence of politics on money, and the attributes of civilization inherited from money. They also touch on Bitcoin's growing demand, money as a consensus technology, and the concept of price and its effects on markets.

Brian De Mint, entrepreneur with a decade of market strategy experience, discusses the impact of technology on society, the psychology of totalitarianism, the importance of self-responsibility, and the incentive structure of Bitcoin. The podcast explores the interplay between social movements and technology, the printing press and the Protestant Reformation, the endless journey of technological progress, individual responsibility, and the role of trust in societal systems.