In this episode, Mike & TC discuss various topics related to Bitcoin, including a car boot sale where TC accepted Bitcoin payments, experiences in real estate investment, and the implications of economic theories from World War II to the Bretton Woods system. They explore the role of the IMF, the military-industrial complex, and the future of money in relation to Bitcoin, concluding with reflections on the current economic landscape and potential solutions to existing issues.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Hodling Room

03:02 Car Boot Sale and Bitcoin Conversations

06:13 Real Estate Ventures and Lessons Learned

08:55 Bitcoin as a Financial Strategy

11:53 The Flaws of Keynesian Economics

17:27 Bretton Woods and the IMF's Role

25:17 The Role of Central Planning vs. Free Market

26:16 Bretton Woods and Global Trade Dynamics

29:23 Bitcoin as a Solution to Monetary Issues

30:15 The Impact of Monetary Expansionism

33:25 Historical Context of Currency and War

36:18 The Triffin Dilemma Explained

39:08 Warfare and Welfare: A Symbiotic Relationship

42:15 The Challenges of Transitioning to a Free Market

45:21 The Dilemma of Political Choices

47:08 The Future of Debt and Monetary Policy