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The Hidden Cost of Money: Economic and Social Consequences of Fiat Currency

The Hidden Cost of Money: Economic and Social Consequences of Fiat Currency

The December 13, 2023 episode of the Bitcoin Fundamentals podcast features Seb Bunney, author of The Hidden Cost of Money, discusses how monetary interventionism leads to pervasive economic and social issues, focusing on the consequences of inflationary monetary policies.

Bitcoin’s Role in African Economic Sovereignty

Bitcoin’s Role in African Economic Sovereignty

The December 13, 2023 episode of What Bitcoin Did features Femi Longe exploring Bitcoin’s potential to address systemic financial barriers in Africa, highlighting the unique challenges African nations face within global economic systems.

Bitcoin and Financial Evolution in India’s Digital Landscape

Bitcoin and Financial Evolution in India’s Digital Landscape

The December 15, 2023 episode of The Transformation of Value podcast features Palash discussing Bitcoin’s potential in India, highlighting regulatory ambiguity, cultural preferences, and the rapid rise of digital payments.

Bitcoin and the First Amendment: A Perspective on Free Speech and Financial Independence

Bitcoin and the First Amendment: A Perspective on Free Speech and Financial Independence

The September 26, 2024 episode of the THE Bitcoin Podcast features Ross Stevens aruing that Bitcoin represents a form of protected speech under the First Amendment, rooted in its communicative, decentralized structure and ideological opposition to government-controlled finance.

Bitcoin as a Tool for Financial Freedom and Economic Stability

Bitcoin as a Tool for Financial Freedom and Economic Stability

The September 23, 2024 episode of the Bitcoin for Millenials podcast features Bitcoin OG Dave Bradley, who explores Bitcoin's evolution from a speculative asset to a potential cornerstone of financial autonomy.

Privacy-Driven Bitcoin Tools in a Centralized Landscape

Privacy-Driven Bitcoin Tools in a Centralized Landscape

The September 30, 2024 episode of the Ungovernable Misfits podcast features SeedSigner discussing his approach to DIY Bitcoin hardware emphasizes privacy, accessibility, and self-custody, aiming to counter mainstream pressures that often sideline privacy-oriented tools.

Bitcoin as a Long-Term Savings Tool

Bitcoin as a Long-Term Savings Tool

The September 28, 2024 episode of the Bitcoin Source podcast features Till Musshoff exploring Bitcoin as a secure savings mechanism rather than a speculative asset.