The "What is Money?" Show

James Lavish joins me to discuss the current financial situation of the U.S., the effects of the debt spiral, how the fiat system is showing its vulnerabilities, the LDI crisis of the UK, and how Bitcoin can provide the ultimate solution.  James Lavish began his career as an institutional investor. Now, he is the co-Managing Partner of the Bitcoin Opportunity Fund. He is the author of the popular...

Erik Cason joins me to discuss the philosophical definition of truth, the meaning of Bitcoin and real capitalism, how Bitcoin is changing our language, the notion of true sovereignty, and how Bitcoin is proving to be the ultimate constant. Erik Cason is a philosopher and Bitcoin author. His published articles and upcoming book are focused on the philosophical aspects of the Cryptosovereignty and B...

In today's episode, Lisa Hough joins me to discuss the academic perspective of Bitcoin, the importance of securing Bitcoin, aspects of commodity trading, using power plants to mine Bitcoin, and how Bitcoin can ensure fundamental human rights. Lisa Hough is Vice President, Head of Business Development at LevelField Financial. She is a former commodities trader who works actively to increase awarene...

In this episode, Leon Wankum joins me to discuss Bitcoin’s influence on the real estate business, how the traditional real estate business model is changing with the Bitcoin concept, the prospect of digital real estate, the consequences of bad money, and compatibility of Bitcoin with ethical and religious beliefs.  Leon Wankum is an Entrepreneur who runs the Real Estate and Bitcoin investment stra...

In this episode, Des Dickerson joins me to discuss the prospect of Bitcoin-based Gaming, the social impact of playing mobile games, how mobile games can popularize Bitcoin, and using human psychology to grow the gaming business.  Des Dickerson is the CEO and Co-Founder of THNDR Games. She is an Entrepreneur in Bitcoin-Based Mobile Gaming Industry. // GUEST //  Twitter: https://twitter.com/dickerso...

In this episode, we discuss getting ready for the biggest fiat bubble, FED’s slow transition to CBDCs, Bitcoin as the world's reserve currency, and how the bankers lied, just as in 2008. Balaji Srinivasan is an angel investor, tech founder, formerly the CTO of Coinbase, and author of The Network State.  Alex Gladstein is the Chief Strategy Officer at the Human Rights Foundation. // GUESTS //  Bala...

In this episode, we discuss how we’ve got ourselves into the current mess, why Bitcoin is unstoppable, and the importance of understanding ego death, fear, and self-deception.  Jeff Booth is the Author of The Price of Tomorrow and CEO/Chairman of Ego Death Capital. // GUEST //  Twitter: https://twitter.com/JeffBooth  Website: https://jeffbooth.ca/   Ego Death Capital: https://egodeath.capital/ //...

In this episode, we discuss handling stressful situations, the short-term and long-term benefits of cold exposure, living an intentional lifestyle, and incorporating cold therapy into your life.  Wyatt Ewing is the founder and CEO of Ice Barrel.  // GUEST //  Ice Barrel: https://icebarrel.com/coupon/BREEDLOVE  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/icebarrel/  Blog: https://icebarrel.com/blog/ // SP...

In this episode, Aneesh Karve joins me for a detailed conversation on the book, "Discrimination and Disparities" by Thomas Sowell. We discuss the problems of the current social vision, the importance of testing the Marxist hypothesis, the cure for dogmatism, and how we change for the better. Aneesh Karve is the Co-founder and CTO of Quilt. He's an expert at data, visualization, entrepreneurship, B...

In this episode, we discuss the importance of investing in quality nutritious meat, the addictive machinations of modernity, ancestral intelligence, the need for sustainable food systems, and how the Carnivore Bar came about.  Phillip Meece, the creator of the Carnivore Bar, was a former combat medic for the U.S. Army and served in Afghanistan. // GUEST //  Carnivore Bar (use discount code BREEDLO...

In this episode, we discuss how and why the Freedom Convoy came about, the authoritarianism in the west, and Bitcoin's key role in sustaining democracy. Benjamin Dichter is the author of the book, "Honking For Freedom". One of the main spokespeople for the Freedom Convoy, which was the largest peaceful protest in Canadian history. // GUEST //  Book: https://honkingforfreedom.com/ Twitter: https://...

In this episode, Stephan Kinsella joins me for an in-depth conversation about the book "A Theory of Socialism and Capitalism: Economics, Politics, and Ethics" by Hans-Hermann Hoppe. We discuss the harmful effects of socialism, how to take proper action in an increasingly uncertain future, and the alternative to socialism.  Stephan Kinsella is an American intellectual property lawyer, author, and d...

In this episode, we discuss preparing for a recession, the prediction for the housing market, how inflation is measured, and the best way to forecast interest rates.  Barry Habib is an American entrepreneur, bestselling author, and the recipient of three Crystal Ball Awards for the accuracy of his real estate market forecasts. // GUEST //  Barry's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iambarryhabib...

In this episode, Aneesh Karve joins me for a detailed conversation on the book, "Discrimination and Disparities" by Thomas Sowell. We discuss the debunking of central planning, the dangers of changing the meaning of words, and how Bitcoin can help with language, law, and money. Aneesh Karve is the Co-founder and CTO of Quilt. He's an expert at data, visualization, entrepreneurship, Bitcoin, and ec...

In this episode, we discuss the importance of voting with your wallet, how Bitcoin will impact the size of the Government, the moral hazard of CBDCs, and how to prepare yourself for an uncertain future.  George Gammon is an entrepreneur and investor who has years of experience investing across multiple countries. // GUEST //  George's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GeorgeGammon/ George's Twitte...

In today's episode, we discuss twelve tenets of survivalism, how to prepare for any type of disaster the right way, and how Bitcoin takes modern survivalism to the next level. Jack Spirko has been called “the face of the modern survival movement” by Judge Andrew Napolitano. He is best known for his work as the host of “The Survival Podcast,” a daily online audio program that focuses on modern surv...

In today's episode, we discuss cultural challenges in the age of the digital revolution, the implications of abundance, and the healing aspects of psychedelics.  Salim Ismail is a serial entrepreneur, angel investor, author, speaker, and technology strategist. He is the Founding Executive Director of Singularity University and the lead author of Exponential Organizations.  // GUEST //  Salim's Twi...

Edward Dowd is the author of the new book, "Cause Unknown: The Epidemic of Sudden Deaths in 2021 & 2022.". He joins me for this in-depth conversation about the meta-fraud of the covid pandemic, the need for alternative systems, and the pursuit of the highest value. GUEST:  Edward's Book: https://shorturl.at/iABKZ  Edward's Twitter: https://twitter.com/DowdEdward PODCAST:  Podcast Website: https://...

Founder of Nonlinear.org Emerson Spartz joins me for an in-depth conversation on how to become much more efficient at the reading process, the 80/20 rule, and finding your unique niche that you can be the best at. GUEST:  Emerson's Website: https://www.emersonspartz.com  Emerson's Twitter: https://twitter.com/EmersonSpartz PODCAST:  Podcast Website: https://whatismoneypodcast.com/ Apple Podcast: h...

Samson Mow is the CEO of JAN3, a new Bitcoin technology company with a mission to accelerate hyperbitcoinization. We discuss the necessity for nation-state Bitcoin adoption, the importance of education, and today's financial dystopia. GUEST:  Samson's Twitter: https://twitter.com/Excellion PODCAST:  Podcast Website: https://whatismoneypodcast.com/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podca...

Whitney Webb is a professional writer, researcher, journalist, and host of an independent podcast called Unlimited Hangout. We discuss deep state power, Jeffrey Epstein's case, and corruption at the highest levels. GUEST:  Whitney's Twitter: https://twitter.com/_whitneywebb   Whitney's Work: https://linktr.ee/whitneywebb PODCAST:  Podcast Website: https://whatismoneypodcast.com/ Apple Podcast: htt...

Max Hillebrand is a free software entrepreneur building tools to empower individual sovereignty. He joins me for a series of conversations covering the work on crypto-anarchism. In this episode, we discuss the "Crypto Anarchist Manifesto" written by Timothy C. May. GUEST:  Max's Twitter: https://twitter.com/HillebrandMax PODCAST:  Podcast Website: https://whatismoneypodcast.com/ Apple Podcast: htt...

Entrepreneur Aneesh Karve joins me for a continuation of our detailed conversation about the book "Discrimination and Disparities," written by Thomas Sowell. We discuss the issues with the government's central planning and its consequences. GUEST:  Aneesh's Twitter: https://twitter.com/akarve  Discrimination and Disparities: https://shorturl.at/wNS36 PODCAST:  Podcast Website: https://whatismoneyp...

I join Joel Rafidi and Yerasimos on their podcast, "Here For The Truth". We discuss ownership, inflation, the nature of truth, and the addictive aspects of fiat currency. GUEST:  "Here For The Truth" Podcast: https://www.hereforthetruth.com/  "Here For The Truth" Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/areyouhereforthetruth/ PODCAST:  Podcast Website: https://whatismoneypodcast.com/ Apple Podcast: ht...

Ryan Moran is a serial entrepreneur, investor, author, and the host of Capitalism.com. We discuss the inevitability of religious instinct, big lightbulb moments for Bitcoin, and possible misconceptions about the World Economic Forum. GUEST:  Ryan's Work: https://www.capitalism.com/   Ryan's Twitter: https://twitter.com/ryanmoran   Ryan's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RyanDanielMoran PODCAST: ...