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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

Everything Divided by 21 Million with Knut Svanholm (WiM211)

Author and Bitcoiner Knut Svanholm joins me for a deep conversation about God, time, and Bitcoin. We discuss his latest article, “Real Scaling Solution for Bitcoin” and his book, “Everything Divided by 21 Million”. 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 Knut Svanholm's Website: https://www.knutsvanholm.com Knut Svanholm's Twitter: https://twitter.com/kn...

Sep 02, 20222 hrEp. 212

Information Warfare with Edward Dowd (WiM210)

Edward Dowd, Former Equity Portfolio Manager with Blackrock, joins me to discuss his views on the societal impact of the pandemic, how centralization of media is tied to the corruption of money, and how we are living in a state of “Information warfare.” 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 Edward's Gettr: https://gettr.com/user/edwarddowd PODCAST Podc...

Sep 02, 20221 hr 59 minEp. 211

"Money: Free and Unfree" with George Selgin (WiM209)

American Economist and Director of the Cato Institute, George Selgin, joins me for a conversation about his book, “Money: Free and Unfree”. We discuss the history of the Fed, the consequences of centrally planned money, and the future of gold and Bitcoin. 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 George's Website: https://www.cato.org/people/george-selgin ...

Aug 29, 20221 hr 21 minEp. 210

"To Think, or Not to Think" | The Yaron Brook Series | Episode 4 (WiM208)

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 Swan Private, the trusted Bitcoin financial services provider for high-net-worth individuals and businesses worldwide: https://www.swanprivate.com/breedlove GUEST Yaron’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/yaronbrook Yaron’s Show:...

Aug 25, 20221 hr 52 minEp. 209

A Theory of Socialism and Capitalism | The Stephan Kinsella Series | Episode 1 (WiM207)

Stephan Kinsella is an American intellectual property lawyer, author, and deontological anarcho-capitalist. He joins me for an in-depth conversation about the book "A Theory of Socialism and Capitalism: Economics, Politics, and Ethics" by Hans-Hermann Hoppe. 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 Stephan's Website: https://www.stephankinsella.com Stepha...

Aug 23, 20221 hr 51 minEp. 208

Identity Politics and Other Lies | The Aneesh Karve Series | Episode 2 (WiM206)

Entrepreneur Aneesh Karve joins me for a detailed conversation about the book "Discrimination and Disparities," written by Thomas Sowell. We discuss how governments manipulate statistics and how intervening in free markets leads to more inequality and less wealth creation. 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 Aneesh's Twitter: https://twitter.com/akar...

Aug 19, 202252 minEp. 207

The Truth is Defenseless | The Platonic Philosophy Series | Episode 4 (WiM205)

In this special edition series, I will be joined by multiple thinkers and philosophers to discuss Platonic and Neoplatonic philosophy. This ongoing series of conversations will focus on the nature of goodness, truth, justice, freedom, beauty, reason, and love. My first guest in this series is the eminent cognitive scientist and philosopher John Vervaeke, and we examine D.C. Schindler's masterpiece "Plato's Critique of Impure Reason: On Goodness and Truth in the Republic." Be sure to check out Sw...

Aug 17, 20222 hr 52 minEp. 205

Reversal, Reality, and Invisibility | The Platonic Philosophy Series | Episode 3 (WiM204)

In this special edition series, I will be joined by multiple thinkers and philosophers to discuss Platonic and Neoplatonic philosophy. This ongoing series of conversations will focus on the nature of goodness, truth, justice, freedom, beauty, reason, and love. My first guest in this series is the eminent cognitive scientist and philosopher John Vervaeke, and we examine D.C. Schindler's masterpiece "Plato's Critique of Impure Reason: On Goodness and Truth in the Republic." Be sure to check out Sw...

Aug 17, 20221 hr 51 minEp. 204

With Good Reason | The Platonic Philosophy Series | Episode 2 (WiM203)

In this special edition series, I will be joined by multiple thinkers and philosophers to discuss Platonic and Neoplatonic philosophy. This ongoing series of conversations will focus on the nature of goodness, truth, justice, freedom, beauty, reason, and love. My first guest in this series is the eminent cognitive scientist and philosopher John Vervaeke, and we examine D.C. Schindler's masterpiece "Plato's Critique of Impure Reason: On Goodness and Truth in the Republic." Be sure to check out Sw...

Aug 17, 20222 hr 46 minEp. 203

A Logic of Violence | The Platonic Philosophy Series | Episode 1 (WiM202)

In this special edition series, I will be joined by multiple thinkers and philosophers to discuss Platonic and Neoplatonic philosophy. This ongoing series of conversations will focus on the nature of goodness, truth, justice, freedom, beauty, reason, and love. My first guest in this series is the eminent cognitive scientist and philosopher John Vervaeke, and we examine D.C. Schindler's masterpiece "Plato's Critique of Impure Reason: On Goodness and Truth in the Republic." Be sure to check out Sw...

Aug 17, 20222 hr 57 minEp. 206

The Psychology of Totalitarianism with Mattias Desmet (WiM201)

Mattias Desmet, author of the book "The Psychology of Totalitarianism," joins me for a conversation on how money, incentives, and media help shape mass-formation psychosis. We also discuss how mass-formation psychosis has manifested historically, and ways we can become less susceptible to these catastrophic delusions. 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 Gu...

Aug 12, 20221 hr 36 minEp. 202

Discrimination and Disparities | The Aneesh Karve Series | Episode 1 (WiM200)

Entrepreneur Aneesh Karve joins me for a detailed conversation about the book "Discrimination and Disparities," written by Thomas Sowell. We discuss how governments manipulate statistics and how intervening in free markets leads to more inequality and less wealth creation. 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 Aneesh's Twitter: https://twitter.com/akar...

Aug 10, 202255 minEp. 201

The "Value for Value" Movement with Adam Curry (WiM199)

Adam Curry, entrepreneur, former MTV DJ & host of the podcast "No Agenda", joins me for a conversation about the "value for value" movement in podcasting 2.0 and beyond. 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 Adam's Twitter: https://twitter.com/adamcurry Adam's Website: https://podcastindex.org PODCAST Podcast Website: https://whatismoneypodcast.com...

Aug 09, 20221 hr 44 minEp. 200

How Governments Steal | The Lyn Alden Series | Episode 3 (WiM198)

Macroeconomist and Investment Strategist Lyn Alden joins me for our third installment, discussing the IMF paper titled, "The Liquidation of Government Debt". We have a detailed conversation about the various options the "I.M.F." liquidates government debt, the E.C.B. current financial conundrum, and we ask the question: has there ever been a free market? Be sure to check out Swan Private, the trusted Bitcoin financial services provider for high-net-worth individuals and businesses worldwide: htt...

Aug 05, 20221 hr 28 minEp. 199

Toxic Bitcoin Maximalism with Cory Klippsten (WiM197)

CEO & Co-Founder of Swan Bitcoin, Cory Klippsten joins me again for another great conversation about the culture of Bitcoin, the "sunk cost" fallacy within crypto projects & how to best deal with "Bitcoin Toxicity" & ask, is it useful? 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 Cory's Twitter: https://twitter.com/coryklippsten Swan Bitcoin We...

Aug 03, 20222 hr 44 minEp. 198

The Uncommunist Manifesto | The Svetski and Moss Series | Episode 1 (WiM196)

Alex Svetski & Mark Moss, co-Authors of the book, "The Uncommunist Manifesto", join me for a conversation on how society is slowly deteriorating definitions & personal responsibility. We discuss the origin story of their book and why they think capitalism is so misunderstood. 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 Alex's Twitter: https://twit...

Aug 01, 20221 hr 42 minEp. 196

Fighting for Freedom in Venezuela with Maria Corina Machado (WiM195)

Venezuelan Politician, Humanitarian & Coordinator for "Vente Venezuela", Maria Corina Machado joins me for an incredible conversation about her story of fighting for freedom in her home country of Venezuela. We discuss Venezuela's poverty & inflation crises, their monopolistic regime & how Maria plans on combating exploitation in Venezuela. Be sure to check out Swan Private, the trusted Bitcoin financial services provider for high-net-worth individuals and businesses worldwide: [ htt...

Jul 29, 202257 minEp. 195

Bitcoin Mining Masterclass with Dan Roberts (WiM194)

Dan Roberts, Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Iris Energy, joins me for an in-depth conversation about Bitcoin Mining. We discuss what it's like running a Bitcoin Mining company, Bitcoin Mining's energy & production costs, how Bitcoin encourages entrepreneurship & the future of Bitcoin mining. 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 Dan's Twitter: h...

Jul 26, 20221 hr 23 minEp. 194

"The Case Against Reality" with Donald Hoffman (WiM193)

Professor of Cognitive Sciences at the University of California in Irvine, Donald Hoffman joins me for a conversation around spirituality, science & human consciousness. We also discuss how we as humans use "useful fictions" to perceive reality & his book, "The Case Against Reality". 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 Donald's Twitter: https...

Jul 25, 20222 hr 6 minEp. 193

Bitcoin, Freedom, and Love with Nozomi Hayase (WiM192)

Writer & Philosopher Nozomi Hayase joins me for a conversation on how Bitcoin incentivizes unparalleled coordination and cooperation throughout society, thus changing our relationships with other people and ourselves. 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 Nozomi's Twitter: https://twitter.com/nozomimagine Nozomi's Substack: https://nozomihayase.sub...

Jul 21, 20221 hr 32 minEp. 192

"Lies My Government Told Me" with Dr. Robert Malone (WiM191)

Dr. Robert Malone joins me for a conversation about his upcoming book, "Lies My Government Told Me". 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 Dr. Malone's Substack: https://substack.com/profile/49176289-robert-w-malone-md-ms Dr. Malone's website: https://www.rwmalonemd.com/ PODCAST Podcast Website: https://whatismoneypodcast.com/ Apple Podcast: https://po...

Jul 19, 20221 hr 45 minEp. 191

The Use of Financial Repression | The Lyn Alden Series | Episode 2 (WiM190)

Venezuelan Politician, Humanitarian & Coordinator for "Vente Venezuela", Maria Corina Machado joins me for an incredible conversation about her story of fighting for freedom in her home country of Venezuela. We discuss Venezuela's poverty & inflation crises, their monopolistic regime & how Maria plans on combating exploitation in Venezuela. Be sure to check out Swan Private, the trusted Bitcoin financial services provider for high-net-worth individuals and businesses worldwide: https...

Jul 15, 20221 hr 16 minEp. 190

Freedom from Public Schooling with Sam Sorbo (WiM189)

Education and Freedom Advocate, Filmmaker, Actress & Author, Sam Sorbo joins me for this incredible conversation about the issues with the public education system. We discuss public education's perceived value hierarchy & how the indoctrination of the public school system has led to a society that stifles learning & creativity. We also talk about the main components to successfully homeschooling your children & how to get involved with Sam's organization, "Underground Education"....

Jul 14, 20221 hr 10 minEp. 189

Battling the Bio-Pharmaceutical Complex with Dr. Peter McCullough & John Leake (WiM 188)

Cardiologist, and Epidemiologist Dr. Peter McCullough & Best Selling Author, John Leake join me to talk about their new book, "The Courage to Face COVID-19: Preventing Hospitalization and Death While Battling the Bio-Pharmaceutical Complex". We also talk about the misallocation of capital within healthcare, the history of the Medical Industrial Complex , mass-formation psychosis & more. Be sure to check out Swan Private, the trusted Bitcoin financial services provider for high-net-worth ...

Jul 12, 20221 hr 9 minEp. 188

The Liquidation of Government Debt | The Lyn Alden Series | Episode 1 (WiM187)

Macroeconomist and Investment Strategist Lyn Alden joins me to discuss the IMF paper titled, "The Liquidation of Government Debt". We talk about the many ways governments use coercion and financial repression to liquidate their debts onto productive market actors. We also discuss why gold failed as money and how Bitcoin could change institutional structures worldwide. Be sure to check out Swan Private, the trusted Bitcoin financial services provider for high-net-worth individuals and businesses ...

Jul 11, 20221 hr 19 minEp. 187

Interest Rates and the Nature of Profit | The Twilight of Gold Series | Episode 12 (WiM186)

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.swanprivate.com/breedlove GUEST Lester's Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProgrammableTx BOOK The Twilight of Gold: https://archive.org/details/twilightofgold190000paly/ PODCAST Podc...

Jul 09, 20221 hr 27 minEp. 186

Bitcoin Fixes Healthcare? with Andy Schoonover (WiM185)

Andy Schoonover, the Founder & CEO of CrowdHealth, joins me to talk about the issues with our current healthcare system caused by government intervention and how this flawed system takes advantage of customers. 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 Andy's Twitter: https://twitter.com/SchoonoverAndy Crowd Health Website: https://www.joincrowdhealth....

Jul 07, 20221 hr 13 minEp. 185

Bitcoin Maximalism and Crypto Scams with Cory Klippsten (WiM184)

CEO & Co-Founder of Swan Bitcoin Cory Klippsten joins me for a conversation covering the beginning days of "Swan Bitcoin," how to define a scam, the inherent risks of crypto, and what makes Bitcoin different from all other assets. 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 Cory's Twitter: https://twitter.com/coryklippsten Swan Bitcoin Website: https://w...

Jul 06, 20221 hr 52 minEp. 184

Individualism vs Collectivism with Don Mei (WiM183)

CEO of "Mei Leaf", Don Mei joins the show today to a conversation exploring the philosophical differences between individualism and collectivism. 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 Don Mei Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaHBABJFMRAtnKhQp2Cu5BQ Don Mei Video, "Individual vs Collective - Which is better for humanity?": https://www.y...

Jul 04, 20222 hr 4 minEp. 183

The Problems with Price Inflation | The Twilight of Gold Series | Episode 11 (WiM182)

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.swanprivate.com/breedlove GUEST Lester's Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProgrammableTx BOOK The Twilight of Gold: https://archive.org/details/twilightofgold190000paly/ PODCAST Podc...

Jun 30, 20221 hr 45 minEp. 182
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