
The Bitcoin Standard Podcast
Saifedean's The Bitcoin Standard Podcast is the place to discuss Bitcoin and economics from the Austrian school's perspective. Listen to the weekly saifedean.com discussion seminar, where a group of learners from all over the world discuss the website's online courses, as well as a wide variety of economic, political, and social issues, and occasionally host special guests for the discussion. The podcast also includes the most interesting interviews conducted with Saifedean on other shows.
Latest episodes

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Apr 9, 2024 • 1h 7min
216. Israel's Genocide w/ Prof Jeffrey Sachs
Prof Jeffrey Sachs from Columbia University discusses Israel's genocide in Gaza, religious extremism in Israeli politics, and US foreign policy. The podcast dives into quotes from Israeli leaders, biblical interpretations justifying violence, the Israeli lobby's influence on American politics, and the need to re-evaluate US support for Israel amid ongoing conflicts.

Apr 2, 2024 • 2h 3min
215. Rothbard's The Progressive Era, with Patrick Newman
Professor Patrick Newman discusses Rothbard's insights on American history, critiquing progressivism and government power evolution. They explore monarchy vs. democracy's impact on freedom, monetary policy, and the post-Civil War economy. The discussion also delves into silver vs. gold dynamics, the shift towards progressivism, and the Federal Reserve's impact on America's economic history.

Mar 26, 2024 • 1h 29min
214. Bitcoin vs Altcoins with Phil Champagne
Author Phil Champagne discusses bitcoin vs altcoins, consensus mechanisms, and the importance of decentralization. They explore market regulation, altcoin vulnerabilities, and the debate between proof of work and proof of stake. The conversation emphasizes Bitcoin's unique properties and its revolutionary impact on traditional notions of currency.

Mar 19, 2024 • 57min
213. CAPITALISM: Principles of Economics Lecture 12
Explore the core tenets of capitalism and the vital role of capital allocation. Learn about the transition from capitalism to socialism, historical references, and online economics course offerings. Understand the roles of capitalists, managers, and entrepreneurs in the economy. Discover how capitalism drives productivity enhancement and social cooperation through market-driven strategies.

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Mar 12, 2024 • 2h 4min
212. Regenerative agriculture with Alan Savory
Explore regenerative agriculture with Alan Savory as he discusses holistic grazing, reversing desertification, and navigating institutional challenges in addressing climate change. Learn about the insights of Austrian economists on inflation, the importance of regenerative agriculture in sustainable practices, and the practical application of livestock management for environmental restoration.

Mar 5, 2024 • 2h 8min
211. Principles of Economics: A discussion with Cedric Youngelman
Discussions on economics principles, civilization development, fatherhood, and societal progress. Exploring concepts of marginal analysis, value perception, energy economics, and importance of early career experience. Reflections on Austrian economics, market dynamics, security as an economic good, and principles of power diffusion. Comparing marriage to a trade, with insights on compromise and learning.

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Feb 27, 2024 • 1h 11min
210. Money and Liberty with James Turk
Author and businessman James Turk discusses monetary history, the emergence of gold & silver as money, their link to liberty, and the future of gold vs bitcoin. The podcast explores the evolution of digital gold currency, Bitcoin's position as a top currency, comparing gold and bitcoin as forms of money, and the future of copper, silver, gold, and Bitcoin in the monetary system.

Feb 20, 2024 • 1h 52min
209. Fiat Science with Dr. Willie Soon
Dr. Willie Soon discusses the sun's impact on human climate, corruption in climate science, hydrocarbons' origins, and challenges in modern science. The podcast explores solar activity, climate modeling complexities, Bitcoin as an inflation solution, and the interplay of money, science, and resources. It also unravels academic publishing corruption and the interplay of orbital influences on climate change.

Feb 13, 2024 • 1h 42min
208. Principles of Economics: A discussion with Brian Demint
Brian Demint from the Orange Pill App hosts Saifedean to discuss Principles of Economics, economic misconceptions among Bitcoiners, respecting property rights, the Orangeville app, principles of economics and human civilization, and simplified infrastructure for accepting Bitcoin.

Feb 6, 2024 • 38min
207. Central Bank Digital Currencies with Glenn Greenwald
Investigate journalist Glenn Greenwald discusses Central Bank Digital Currencies and their impacts on financial freedom and monetary policy. Topics include the vulnerabilities of centers of power in the digital age, the differences between CBDCs and cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, and the advantages of Bitcoin in the face of financial collapses.