The Bitcoin Standard Podcast

Luke Gromen and Saifedean discuss the theory of dedollarization, negative real rates, the gold market, the impact of oil on the global economy, and potential actions by the Federal Reserve. They explore the financial dynamics shift, limitations of gold, and reflections on the events of 2020 and 2021. They also delve into potential triggers for financial repression and inflation, emphasizing the importance of alternative assets.

Lyn Alden, author of the best-selling book 'Broken Money', joins the podcast to discuss difficulties in creating a good monetary system, the impact of technology and corruption, and the potential of Bitcoin as an alternative solution. They also explore the challenges of using gold for industrial purposes, Bitcoin's role in fixing the monetary system, and the petro dollar system's impact on the international market.

This podcast discusses the significance of time in economics and how it relates to various economic concepts. It explores the concept of time in economics, emphasizing its role in economic production processes. The podcast also analyzes the decrease in time price for commodities and discusses the concept of time preference and its impact on economic decision making.

Muaawiyah Tucker, Bitcoiner, programmer, and Islamic scholar, discusses how Bitcoin is compatible with Islamic law and the problems faced by Muslim countries due to fiat currency. They highlight the unique properties of Bitcoin, emphasizing its fairness and non-controlled nature. The chapter also explores the challenges of tokenization and the concept of Zakhar in Islamic law.

Austrian school economist Per Bylund discusses learning Austrian economics and his book 'How to Think About the Economy'. They explore economic theories and the importance of understanding logic and causal mechanisms. They also delve into the market, division of labor, entrepreneurship, disruptive entrepreneurs like Henry Ford and the iPhone, and address a listener question about fear and blindness.

Investigative journalist Matthew Lysiak discusses his book on the fascinating changes in the world's diet. Topics include the crime of the century, the end of the gold standard, inflation, food, and Bitcoin, the connection between nutrition and climate science, the dangers of obesity and nutrition misinformation, starting a publishing house, and controversy surrounding global warming.

Saifedean explains the Austrian approach to economics and the concept of human action. The podcast covers the motivation behind the author's new book on economics and the importance of rationality in economic analysis. It also discusses the limitations of applying quantitative methods in economics and the absence of constants in economic value.

Michael Saylor has read Murray Rothbard's magnificent history of the USA: Conceived in Liberty, and he is joined by Patrick Newman, Mises Institute Fellow and editor of the fifth volume of Conceived in Liberty, to discuss American colonial history, the American revolution, and economic freedom!References:Conceived in Liberty, Murray Rothbard - https://mises.org/library/conceived-liberty-2Murray Rothbard's books - https://mises.org/profile/murray-n-rothbard The State in Third Millenium, Prince Hans Adam  - https://www.amazon.com/State-Third-Millennium-Prince-Hans-Adam/dp/3905881047 Conquests and Cultures, Thomas Sowell - https://www.amazon.com/Conquests-Cultures-International-Thomas-Sowell/dp/0465014003 Essays on Colonies, Adam Smith - https://www.amazon.com/Essay-Colonies-Adam-Smith/dp/0898757843Cronyism: Liberty versus Power in Early America, 1607–1849, Patrick Newman - https://mises.org/library/cronyism-liberty-versus-power-early-america-1607-1849Farewell to Alms, Gregory Clark - https://faculty.econ.ucdavis.edu/faculty/gclark/papers/FTA2006-1.pdf The Transatlantic Persuasion: Liberal-Democratic Mind in the Age of Gladstone, Robert Kelley - https://www.amazon.com/Transatlantic-Persuasion-Liberal-Democratic-Mind-Gladstone/dp/0887386350 Enjoyed this episode? Join Saifedean's online learning platform to take part in weekly podcast seminars, access Saifedean’s five online economics courses, and read his writing, including his new book, Principles of Economics! Find out more on saifedean.com!

Michael Saylor and Patrick Newman discuss American colonial history, the American revolution, and economic freedom, exploring topics such as power consolidation, property seizing, the corrupting influence of power, land ownership conflicts, Spanish colonization, property rights, the impact of the American Revolution, and the American experiment in political economy.

Bitcoin coder Jimmy Song discusses the impact of fiat money on society, the blindness of academics to obvious factors, and the moral degeneration caused by fiat currency. He also explores how Bitcoin promotes long-term thinking and criticizes the connection between modern art and fiat currency.