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The "What is Money?" Show

Robert Breedlovewhatismoneypodcast.com
"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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Episodes

The Cosmic Dimensions of Bitcoin with Jeff Booth (WiM181)

Author & Entrepreneur Jeff Booth joins me to talk about how our life experiences & information we take in constitute our "mental models" and largely determine the way we perceive reality. We also talk about the journey through understanding technological advancements, Bitcoin, and the linguistic qualities of money. Be sure to check out Swan Private, the trusted Bitcoin financial services provider for high-net-worth individuals and businesses worldwide: https://www.swanprivate.com/breedlo...

Jun 29, 20221 hr 24 minEp. 181

Taxation is Theft with Brandon McNaughton (WiM180)

Brandon McNaughton, fellow Bitcoiner & Austrian Economist joins me to talk to me about his future political aspirations & the need for people to get involved in their communities. We also discuss possible attack vectors on Bitcoin & how individuals can help ensure we have a safe, bright orange future. Be sure to check out Swan Private, the trusted Bitcoin financial services provider for high-net-worth individuals and businesses worldwide: https://www.swanprivate.com/breedlove Guest B...

Jun 28, 202252 minEp. 180

Making Bitcoin Legal Tender in the USA with Bryan Solstin (WiM179)

Bryan Solstin is a U.S. Senatorial Candidate running from the State of Washington. In this conversation we explore how Bryan intends to fight for Bitcoin to become legal tender, impose a zero tax law & discuss how these changes would help American citizens & decrease warfare. Be sure to check out Swan Private, the trusted Bitcoin financial services provider for high-net-worth individuals and businesses worldwide: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/Rob Guest Bryan's Twitter Account: https://twit...

Jun 28, 202253 minEp. 179

Breakdown of the Gold Standard | The Twilight of Gold Series | Episode 10 (WiM178)

My friend and fellow student of money codenamed "Lester" joins me for a multi-episode conversation exploring the excellent book "The Twilight of Gold" by Melchior Palyi. Be sure to check out Swan Private, the trusted Bitcoin financial services provider for high-net-worth individuals and businesses worldwide: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/ GUEST Lester's Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProgrammableTx BOOK The Twilight of Gold: https://archive.org/details/twilightofgold190000paly/ PODCAST Podca...

Jun 22, 202245 minEp. 178

The Recent Collapse in Crypto Debt Structures With Caitlin Long (WiM 177)

Caitlin Long, Founder & CEO of Custodia Bank joins me to talk about the recent collapses in various crypto debt projects and products. We explore the risks of leverage in the system, the prevalence of crypto scams, and why regulation may be coming sooner than we think due to these recent events. We also talk about Bitcoin Maximalism and the importance of the Bitcoin Hash Rate. Be sure to check out Swan Private, the trusted Bitcoin financial services provider for high-net-worth individuals an...

Jun 15, 20221 hr 17 minEp. 177

Money is Language With Dominic Frisby (WiM176)

British author, comedian, and Libertarian Dominic Frisby joins me for a conversation on his latest article, "Money is Language": how the evolution of communication rails lead us on a path of promissory money & why Bitcoin is making the need for trust less relevant. Be sure to check out Swan Private, the trusted Bitcoin financial services provider for high-net-worth individuals and businesses worldwide: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/ Guest Dominic's Twitter Account: https://twitter.com/...

Jun 13, 20221 hr 4 minEp. 176

Bitcoin, Proof of Work, and The Future of War with Adam Back & Jason Lowery (WIM175)

Adam Back, co-founder & CEO of Blockstream & the Inventor of HashCash, and Jason Lowery from the US Space Force join me for an incredible conversation around Adam's invention of "Proof of Work," the impact of Bitcoin on war-fighting, the future of power projection strategies. Be sure to check out Swan Private, the trusted Bitcoin financial services provider for high-net-worth individuals and businesses worldwide: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/ Guest Adam Back's Twitter Account: htt...

Jun 10, 20222 hr 57 minEp. 175

Only Individuals Engage in Action | The Twilight of Gold Series | Episode 9 (WiM174)

My friend and fellow student of money codenamed "Lester" joins me for a multi-episode conversation exploring the excellent book "The Twilight of Gold" by Melchior Palyi. Be sure to check out Swan Private, the trusted Bitcoin financial services provider for high-net-worth individuals and businesses worldwide: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/ GUEST Lester's Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProgrammableTx BOOK The Twilight of Gold: https://archive.org/details/twilightofgold190000paly/ PODCAST Podca...

Jun 08, 20221 hrEp. 174

Will America Adopt Bitcoin? with Lawrence Lepard (WiM173)

Investment Manager and Austrian Economist Lawrence Lepard joins me for a conversation on the history of currency debasement, how we are living in "peak fiat", and how hard times will require new leadership in America. Be sure to check out Swan Private, the trusted Bitcoin financial services provider for high-net-worth individuals and businesses worldwide: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/ Guest Lawrence Twitter Account: https://twitter.com/LawrenceLepard Lawrence's PE Firm: https://www.ema2.c...

Jun 06, 20221 hr 31 minEp. 173

A Brief History of Money and Bitcoin with Brian Estes (WiM172)

CEO & CIO of 'Off The Chain Capital' Brian Estes join me for a conversation on monetary history, why Bitcoin matters so much in the current landscape of money, and how to value networks. Be sure to check out Swan Private, the trusted Bitcoin financial services provider for high-net-worth individuals and businesses worldwide: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/ Guest Brian Estes Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianEstes32 Brian Estes Website: https://offthechain.capital PODCAST Podcast Website...

Jun 02, 20221 hr 25 minEp. 172

Bitcoin Fixes The Great Reset? with Chris Sullivan (WiM171)

Chris Sullivan joins me for a conversation on the role Bitcoin plays in thwarting those who seek to undermine the foundations of Western Civilization—life, liberty, and property. Be sure to check out Swan Private, the trusted Bitcoin financial services provider for high-net-worth individuals and businesses worldwide: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/ Guest Chris Sullivan Website: https://www.hyperiondecimus.com PODCAST Podcast Website: https://whatismoneypodcast.com/ Apple Podcast: https://po...

May 31, 20221 hr 42 minEp. 171

God, the role of the state, and Bitcoin with Josh Jalinski (WiM170)

My friend, fellow investor and man of faith, Joshua Jalinski joins me to explore how as a Nation we are losing our sight to see God and the Christian values we were built upon and how that is leading to increased statism and confusion. Be sure to check out Jalinski.Org where you can find a link to Josh's newsletter and more great insight on investing. GUEST Josh's Twitter: https://twitter.com/yourfinancialqb?s=21 Josh's Website: https://jalinski.org Josh's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.co...

May 27, 20222 hr 14 minEp. 170

Bitcoin is Insurance on a Failing Financial System with Greg Foss (WiM169)

Greg Foss joins me as my first in-person guest for a discussion on how his 30-year career trading government bonds informed his thoughts on the impending failure of the fiat currency complex and, thus, the supreme relevancy of Bitcoin. Be sure to check out Swan Private, the trusted Bitcoin financial services provider for high-net-worth individuals and businesses worldwide: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/ GUEST Foss’ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FossGregfoss Foss’ Financial Education Platfor...

May 25, 20221 hr 39 minEp. 169

Bitcoin as an Incorruptible System of Value with Jordan Peterson (WiM168)

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson joins for me a special edition episode exploring the philosophic implications of Bitcoin as an incorruptible system of value. This episode was recorded in front a live studio audience on April 8th, 2022 during the Bitcoin 2022 Conference in Miami, FL. Be sure to check out Swan Private, your dedicated partner in developing and executing a Bitcoin strategy: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/ GUEST Dr. Peterson's Twitter: https://twitter.com/jordanbpeterson Dr. Peterson's Y...

May 02, 20222 hr 17 minEp. 168

Philosophy as Life Education | The Yaron Brook Series | Episode 3 (WiM167)

Yaron Brook joins me for a discussion on Ayn Rand’s philosophy of Objectivism where we discover how Reason has created progress, freedom, and the pursuit to a good life. This series will loosely follow Ayn Rand's written work "The Virtue of Selfishness." Be sure to check out NYDIG, one of the most important companies in Bitcoin: https://nydig.com/ GUEST Yaron’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/yaronbrook Yaron’s Show: https://yaronbrookshow.com/ The Virtue of Selfishness: http://ikesharpless.pbworks...

Apr 13, 20221 hr 14 minEp. 167

Principles of Liquidity | The Twilight of Gold Series | Episode 8 (WiM166)

My friend and fellow student of money codenamed "Lester" joins me for a multi-episode conversation exploring the excellent book "The Twilight of Gold" by Melchior Palyi. Be sure to check out NYDIG, one of the most important companies in Bitcoin: https://nydig.com/ GUEST Lester's Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProgrammableTx Twitter Thread Reference: https://twitter.com/naturalmoneybtc/status/1361036765293735937 BOOK The Twilight of Gold: https://archive.org/details/twilightofgold190000paly/ PODCAS...

Apr 13, 202257 minEp. 166

King, Warrior, Magician, Lover: The Value of Archetypes | The Mike Hill Series | Episode 10 (WiM165)

Mike Hill joins for me for a multi-episode exploration of the masterful book “Lila: An Inquiry Into Morals” written by best-selling author Robert Pirsig. This book may be one of the most undervalued ever written, as it proposes an alternative interpretation of reality that Pirsig calls “The Metaphysics of Quality” (MOQ). According to MOQ, reality is not made up of substance, but rather it is composed of distinct patterns of value. In a Copernican-like revolution of perspective, MOQ sheds new lig...

Apr 03, 202243 minEp. 165

The Power of Human Reason | The Yaron Brook Series | Episode 2 (WiM164)

Yaron Brook joins me for a discussion on Ayn Rand’s philosophy of Objectivism where we discover how Reason has created progress, freedom, and the pursuit of a good life. This series will loosely follow Ayn Rand's written work "The Virtue of Selfishness." Be sure to check out NYDIG, one of the most important companies in Bitcoin: https://nydig.com/ GUEST Yaron’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/yaronbrook Yaron’s Show: https://yaronbrookshow.com/ The Virtue of Selfishness: http://ikesharpless.pbworks...

Apr 03, 20221 hr 2 minEp. 164

Bitcoin and The Fall of Nation-States with James Davidson (WiM163)

Author James Davidson joins me for another conversation exploring topics from his prescient book “The Sovereign Individual." Be sure to check out NYDIG, one of the most important companies in Bitcoin: https://nydig.com/ GUEST James’ Investment Newsletter: https://strategicinvestment.com/page/str/ PODCAST Podcast Website: https://whatismoneypodcast.com/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-what-is-money-show/id1541404400 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/25LPvm8EewBGyfQQ1...

Apr 01, 20221 hr 49 minEp. 163

Bitcoin and The Sovereign Individual with James Davidson (WiM162)

James Davidson joins me to discuss themes from his book “The Sovereign Individual” that touch on mega political variables, changing powers in the world, and predictions of his about the 21st century. This conversation is a re-airing that was originally released on Real Vision. Be sure to check out NYDIG, one of the most important companies in Bitcoin: https://nydig.com/ GUEST James’ Investment Newsletter: https://strategicinvestment.com/page/str/ PODCAST Podcast Website: https://whatismoneypodca...

Mar 28, 20221 hr 9 minEp. 162

Bitcoin is a Pioneer Species with Brandon Quittem (WiM161)

Brandon Quittem joins me for a discussion to deconstruct the often misunderstood relationship between energy and Bitcoin. This conversation also touches on points from Brandon’s article “Bitcoin is a Pioneer Species” where he uses an ecological framework to map out the abundant future of Bitcoin mining. ( apologies: we lost Robert's camera footage on this episode ) Be sure to check out NYDIG, one of the most important companies in Bitcoin: https://nydig.com/ GUEST Brandon’s Twitter: https://twit...

Mar 23, 20221 hr 27 minEp. 161

Dynamic Tension and the Development of Moral Virtue | The Mike Hill Series | Episode 9 (WiM160)

Mike Hill joins for me for a multi-episode exploration of the masterful book “Lila: An Inquiry Into Morals” written by best-selling author Robert Pirsig. This book may be one of the most undervalued ever written, as it proposes an alternative interpretation of reality that Pirsig calls “The Metaphysics of Quality” (MOQ). According to MOQ, reality is not made up of substance, but rather it is composed of distinct patterns of value. In a Copernican-like revolution of perspective, MOQ sheds new lig...

Mar 18, 202255 minEp. 160

Philosophy Resolves Conflict with Tuur Demeester (WiM159)

Tuur Demeester joins me for a conversation on philosophy, argumentation ethics, and the 4 causes of conflict and universal solutions in relation to property and self-ownership. Be sure to check out NYDIG, one of the most important companies in Bitcoin: https://nydig.com/ GUEST Tuur’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/TuurDemeester Tuur’s Writing: https://tuurdemeester.medium.com/ PODCAST Podcast Website: https://whatismoneypodcast.com/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-what-is-...

Mar 15, 20222 hr 9 minEp. 159

Liquidity and Debt Structures | The Twilight of Gold Series | Episode 7 (WiM158)

My friend and fellow student of money codenamed "Lester" joins me for a multi-episode conversation exploring the excellent book "The Twilight of Gold" by Melchior Palyi. Be sure to check out NYDIG, one of the most important companies in Bitcoin: https://nydig.com/ GUEST Lester's Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProgrammableTx BOOK The Twilight of Gold: https://archive.org/details/twilightofgold190000paly/ PODCAST Podcast Website: https://whatismoneypodcast.com/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple....

Mar 14, 202249 minEp. 158

The Virtue of Selfishness | The Yaron Brook Series | Episode 1 (WiM157)

Yaron Brook joins me for a discussion on Ayn Rand’s philosophy of Objectivism where we discover how Reason has created progress, freedom, and the pursuit to a good life. This series will loosely follow Ayn Rand's written work "The Virtue of Selfishness." Be sure to check out NYDIG, one of the most important companies in Bitcoin: https://nydig.com/ GUEST Yaron’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/yaronbrook Yaron’s Show: https://yaronbrookshow.com/ The Virtue of Selfishness: http://ikesharpless.pbworks...

Mar 14, 20221 hr 4 minEp. 157

Demonstrate Don’t Explicate with Hotep Jesus (WiM156)

Social scientist Hotep Jesus joins me to share his thoughts on how society has been steadily fed a pre-fabricated narrative and how he uses desire, discipline, and direction to reshape his own. Be sure to check out NYDIG, one of the most important companies in Bitcoin: https://nydig.com/ GUEST Hotep’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/HotepJesus Hotep’s Website: https://bryansharpe.co/ PODCAST Podcast Website: https://whatismoneypodcast.com/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wh...

Mar 12, 20221 hr 8 minEp. 156

Excellence and the Platypus Paradox | The Mike Hill Series | Episode 8 (WiM155)

Mike Hill joins for me for a multi-episode exploration of the masterful book “Lila: An Inquiry Into Morals” written by best-selling author Robert Pirsig. This book may be one of the most undervalued ever written, as it proposes an alternative interpretation of reality that Pirsig calls “The Metaphysics of Quality” (MOQ). According to MOQ, reality is not made up of substance, but rather it is composed of distinct patterns of value. In a Copernican-like revolution of perspective, MOQ sheds new lig...

Mar 11, 202246 minEp. 155

An Examination of Economic Value, Power, and Trust with Denise Hearn (WiM154)

Economist Denise Hearn joins me for an in-depth conversation that delves into the many faces of the economy and value—we discuss the slippery definitions of wealth, cognitive awareness, and how these concepts relate to the individual. Be sure to check out NYDIG, one of the most important companies in Bitcoin: https://nydig.com/ GUEST Denise’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/denisehearn _ Denise’s Newsletter: https://embodied-economics.ghost.io PODCAST Podcast Website: https://whatismoneypodcast.com...

Mar 10, 20222 hr 18 minEp. 154

Intricacies of The Gold Standard | The Twilight of Gold Series | Episode 6 (WiM153)

My friend and fellow student of money codenamed "Lester" joins me for a multi-episode conversation exploring the excellent book "The Twilight of Gold" by Melchior Palyi. Be sure to check out NYDIG, one of the most important companies in Bitcoin: https://nydig.com/ GUEST Lester's Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProgrammableTx BOOK The Twilight of Gold: https://archive.org/details/twilightofgold190000paly/ PODCAST Podcast Website: https://whatismoneypodcast.com/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple....

Mar 10, 20221 hr 13 minEp. 153

Freestylin' on Freedom with JP Sears (WiM152)

Comedian and YouTube star JP Sears joins me for a freestyle conversation on the principle of freedom, how we must safeguard it, and why it is indispensable to life lived fully. Be sure to check out NYDIG, one of the most important companies in Bitcoin: https://nydig.com/ GUEST JP’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/AwakenWithJP JP’s Website: https://awakenwithjp.com/ Zion Network: https://www.getzion.com/ PODCAST Podcast Website: https://whatismoneypodcast.com/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.c...

Mar 08, 20221 hr 31 minEp. 152
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