

The "What is Money?" Show
Robert Breedlove
"What is Money?" is the rabbit that leads us down the proverbial rabbit hole. It is the most important question for finding truth in the world. In this podcast, we will pursue this "rabbit" by engaging in a diversity of deep conversations with deep thinkers from different walks of life.
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Mar 28, 2025 • 2h 56min
Who Will Thrive in a Post-AI World? The Dawn of AI w/ Matt McDonagh (WiM566)
Matt McDonagh, an expert in AI and investing, dives into the profound impact of AI on health, showcasing a life-saving personal story. He discusses the evolution of productivity and job roles driven by AI, while also exploring innovative investment opportunities in the tech sector. Their conversation addresses the philosophical implications of AI, the future of decentralized systems, and the transformative nature of Bitcoin. McDonagh emphasizes adaptability in a rapidly changing landscape and the rise of generalists in the age of AI.

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Mar 25, 2025 • 2h 11min
Bitcoin and the Coming Global Monetary Reset with Mel Mattison (WiM565)
Mel Mattison, author of the financial thriller 'Quaz,' dives deep into the transformative impacts of Bitcoin and emerging technologies on global finance. He discusses the fragility of the current monetary system, highlighting the interplay between AI, inflation, and traditional markets. Mattison passionately advocates for Bitcoin as a tool for financial sovereignty, challenging oppressive practices. He also examines the historical context of tax revolts and critiques the central banking system, all while emphasizing the innovative solutions for securing wealth in uncertain times.

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Mar 25, 2025 • 1h 42min
Bitcoin is Antifragile: Intro to Nassim Taleb’s “Antifragile” w/ Mike Kelly (WiM564)
Mike Kelly, a producer and thinker inspired by Nassim Taleb, dives into the transformative ideas of anti-fragility. They explore how systems like Bitcoin benefit from challenges, emphasizing that adversity fosters growth and adaptation. Discussion covers sustainable living practices, innovative Bitcoin custody, and the complexities of resilience in society. Kelly critiques academia's monopolization of knowledge and discusses how embracing difficulties can enhance personal strength, illustrating these concepts through historical examples and modern dilemmas.

Mar 18, 2025 • 2h 28min
The Artist vs. The State: Bitcoin, Propaganda, and Digital Revolution w/ George Bodine (WiM563)
In this conversation with George Bodine, a talented artist and former fighter pilot, they dive into the transformative power of personal experiences. Bodine shares his journey from law enforcement to art, illustrating how resilience shapes creativity. The discussion touches on health's influence on artistic pursuits and the link between Bitcoin and financial freedom. George emphasizes the importance of embracing adversity to fuel artistic expression and personal growth, making a compelling case for art as a vital part of the human experience.

Mar 14, 2025 • 2h 55min
Bitcoin is the Solution, but "What's the Problem?" w/ Joe Bryan (WiM562)
Joe Bryan, a Bitcoin enthusiast and advocate, dives into the pressing questions surrounding money and its societal ramifications. He explores the interconnectedness of Bitcoin with issues like corruption and addiction while critiquing traditional monetary policies. The conversation emphasizes the urgency of financial literacy and the concept of self-sovereignty in crypto. Bryan also discusses innovative solutions for secure Bitcoin storage and the potential for communities to thrive independently. Ultimately, the dialogue paints Bitcoin as a beacon of hope in a flawed economic landscape.

Mar 11, 2025 • 3h 33min
Self-Bitcoinization: A Philosophy of Bitcoin with Noah Kaufman (WiM561)
// GUEST //X: https://x.com/noahkaufmanmdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/noahkaufmanmdWebsite: https://selfbitcoinization.com/ // SPONSORS //The Farm at Okefenokee: https://okefarm.com/iCoin: https://icointechnology.com/breedloveHeart and Soil Supplements (use discount code BREEDLOVE): https://heartandsoil.co/In Wolf's Clothing: https://wolfnyc.com/Blockware Solutions: https://mining.blockwaresolutions.com/breedloveOn Ramp: https://onrampbitcoin.com/?grsf=breedloveMindlab Pro: https://www.mindlabpro.com/breedloveCoinbits: https://coinbits.app/breedlove // PRODUCTS I ENDORSE //Protect your mobile phone from SIM swap attacks: https://www.efani.com/breedloveNoble Protein (discount code BREEDLOVE for 15% off): https://nobleorigins.com/Lineage Provisions (use discount code BREEDLOVE): https://lineageprovisions.com/?ref=breedlove_22Colorado Craft Beef (use discount code BREEDLOVE): https://coloradocraftbeef.com/ // SUBSCRIBE TO THE CLIPS CHANNEL //https://www.youtube.com/@robertbreedloveclips2996/videos // OUTLINE //0:00 - WiM Episode Trailer1:04 - Myers-Briggs Personality Type of Bitcoiners7:28 - Bitcoin as a Moral Force for Good16:13 - Human Evolution and Monetary Evolution23:24 - Technology’s Effect on Purpose and Self-Actualization28:34 - The Farm at Okefenokee30:00 - iCoin Bitcoin Wallet31:30 - Economic Progress and Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs39:25 - Broken Money and Moral Corruption of the Healthcare System47:40 - Bitcoin as an Organism53:54 - Privacy is an Aspect of Freedom56:18 - Heart and Soil Supplements57:18 - Helping Lightning Startups with In Wolf's Clothing58:10 - Life Reversing the Flow of Entropy1:10:30 - The Death of Money and Importance of Energy1:25:21 - The Connection Between the Monetary Standard and the Moral Standard1:30:52 - Mine Bitcoin with Blockware Solutions1:32:15 - OnRamp Bitcoin Custody1:34:11 - The Connection Between the Monetary Standard and the Moral Standard (contd)1:46:11 - The Complexity of Applied Morality1:56:38 - Shitcoins and Continued Bitcoin Education2:01:41 - Mind Lab Pro Supplements2:02:52 - Buy Bitcoin with Coinbits2:04:02 - The Bridge Between the Fiat to Bitcoin Paradigms2:38:20 - The End of an Inflationary Monetary System2:42:20 - An Intellectual Gold Rush and New PhDs2:47:09 - Managing the Ego for Learning2:56:55 - Bitcoin as a Moral Imperative3:00:58 - Bitcoin is More American than the Constitution3:04:05 - Dealing with Toxic Maximalism3:06:33 - Remedying Corruption in Medicine and Money3:16:45 - Aligning the Incentives of the Individual and the Collective3:25:30 - The Altcoin Market as a Bitcoin Testnet3:30:56 - How to Connect with Noah // PODCAST //Podcast Website: https://whatismoneypodcast.com/Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-what-is-money-show/id1541404400Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/25LPvm8EewBGyfQQ1abIsERSS Feed: https://feeds.simplecast.com/MLdpYXYI // SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL //Bitcoin: 3D1gfxKZKMtfWaD1bkwiR6JsDzu6e9bZQ7Sats via Strike: https://strike.me/breedlove22Dollars via Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/RBreedloveDollars via Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Breedlove-2 // SOCIAL //Breedlove X: https://x.com/Breedlove22WiM? X: https://x.com/WhatisMoneyShowLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/breedlove22/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breedlove_22/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@breedlove22Substack: https://breedlove22.substack.com/All My Current Work: https://linktr.ee/robertbreedlove

Mar 7, 2025 • 2h 15min
Navigating Relationships & Communication w/ Laryn Breedlove, Johann Urb, & Rachel Pringle (WiM560)
// GUEST //Website: https://www.iamrachelpringle.com/Johann’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/urbjohann/Rachel’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positivepringle/ // SPONSORS //The Farm at Okefenokee: https://okefarm.com/iCoin: https://icointechnology.com/breedloveHeart and Soil Supplements (use discount code BREEDLOVE): https://heartandsoil.co/In Wolf's Clothing: https://wolfnyc.com/Blockware Solutions: https://mining.blockwaresolutions.com/breedloveOn Ramp: https://onrampbitcoin.com/?grsf=breedloveMindlab Pro: https://www.mindlabpro.com/breedloveCoinbits: https://coinbits.app/breedlove// PRODUCTS I ENDORSE //Protect your mobile phone from SIM swap attacks: https://www.efani.com/breedloveNoble Protein (discount code BREEDLOVE for 15% off): https://nobleorigins.com/Lineage Provisions (use discount code BREEDLOVE): https://lineageprovisions.com/?ref=breedlove_22Colorado Craft Beef (use discount code BREEDLOVE): https://coloradocraftbeef.com/ // SUBSCRIBE TO THE CLIPS CHANNEL //https://www.youtube.com/@robertbreedloveclips2996/videos // OUTLINE //0:00 - Intro1:30 - Who are Johann and Rachel?5:43 - Conflict Resolution and Attachment Styles12:05 - The Importance of Having Difficult Conversations 21:55 - Masculine Vulnerability26:55 - The Farm at Okefenokee28:05 - iCoin Bitcoin Wallet29:35 - Lessons from Horse Riding32:09 - Integrating Male Emotionality34:52 - The Art of Delivery in Communication41:30 - Managing Anger with The Sacred Pause47:40 - Zooming Out and Practicing Gratitude51:39 - Heart and Soil Supplements52:39 - Helping Lightning Startups with In Wolf's Clothing58:21 - Bridging the Gap Between Words and Meaning1:03:23 - How to Stop Negative Feelings from Spiraling into Chaos1:10:48 - Pirma Breath Practice1:14:58 - Mine Bitcoin with Blockware Solutions1:16:20 - OnRamp Bitcoin Custody1:17:45 - Creation Meditation1:23:08 - The Difficulty of Radical Truth1:29:02 - Women’s Perspective on Dealing with Men1:31:56 - Sexual Dissatisfaction and the Erotic Blueprint1:42:00 - Sex and Emotional Intimacy1:46:36 - Authenticity Breeds Intimacy1:50:53 - Mind Lab Pro Supplements1:52:05 - Buy Bitcoin with Coinbits1:53:34 - Allowing for Inequality in Relationship1:57:03 - Practicing Gratitude for Your Partner2:00:00 - Leaning into your Strengths as a Team2:06:44 - The Perfection of Freedom in Marriage2:13:20 - Where to Find Johann and Rachel // PODCAST //Podcast Website: https://whatismoneypodcast.com/Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-what-is-money-show/id1541404400Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/25LPvm8EewBGyfQQ1abIsERSS Feed: https://feeds.simplecast.com/MLdpYXYI // SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL //Bitcoin: 3D1gfxKZKMtfWaD1bkwiR6JsDzu6e9bZQ7Sats via Strike: https://strike.me/breedlove22Dollars via Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/RBreedloveDollars via Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Breedlove-2 // SOCIAL //Breedlove X: https://x.com/Breedlove22WiM? X: https://x.com/WhatisMoneyShowLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/breedlove22/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breedlove_22/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@breedlove22Substack: https://breedlove22.substack.com/All My Current Work: https://linktr.ee/robertbreedlove

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Mar 4, 2025 • 2h 28min
Modern Life is Making You Sick: How to Master Your Mind and Body w/ Aaron Alexander (WiM559)
In this discussion, Aaron Alexander, an expert in human alignment and founder of the Align Method, delves into the pervasive issues of modern life that contribute to mental health struggles. He emphasizes the importance of posture and body language in influencing our emotional states and relationships. Breathwork is highlighted as a vital tool for managing anger and fostering better communication. Exploring the significance of self-sufficient communities and spiritual connections, he champions a lifestyle that integrates ancient wisdom with modern practices for holistic well-being.

Feb 28, 2025 • 3h 15min
Consciousness and the Philosophy of Bitcoin with Brian Dixon (WiM558)
Brian Dixon, an entrepreneur and investor in the Bitcoin space, shares his transformational journey from a near-death experience to discovering Bitcoin. He discusses how personal trauma shaped his understanding of money and spirituality, advocating for Bitcoin's potential to reshape human consciousness. Dixon delves into the philosophical connections between money, relationships, and societal values, while critiquing modern food systems and technology's role in societal control. The conversation is rich with insights into ancient mysteries and the evolution of the soul.

Feb 25, 2025 • 2h 18min
Navy Seal on Healing PTSD and Addiction with Psychedelic Therapy w/ Tommy Aceto (WiM557)
Tommy Aceto, a former Navy SEAL and mental health advocate, dives deep into his transformative journey from combat to healing. He passionately discusses the powerful role of psychedelic therapy in addressing PTSD and addiction, especially among veterans. Aceto emphasizes the significance of storytelling for personal growth and resilience, linking the unconscious mind’s revelations to recovery. He shares insights on innovative healing approaches, the importance of community support, and the necessity of redefining identity in the face of trauma.