Financially Focused

Episode 5: What is Money?


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Welcome to Episode 5 of Season 1 where we talk all about money! What is it, why do we have it, and a little bit of history. What happened to the dollar? Is the dollar still working? Are there better options? Tune in for the scoop. As always, stay focused!


00:39 Introduction to money and currency discussion

01:28 Three key requirements of money explained

04:17 History of commodity money and trade

05:14 Era of representative money and gold standard

06:38 Transition to fiat currency system

09:53 Problems with current monetary system

17:29 Introduction to Bitcoin as alternative

21:47 Bitcoin as a store of value

23:43 Addressing Bitcoin Ponzi scheme concerns

25:29 Final thoughts on broken monetary system


Disclosure:

The information shared in this video reflects our personal opinions and experiences and is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. We are not financial advisors. Nothing in this video should be considered financial, investment, or legal advice. Always do your own research and consult with a licensed financial professional before making any investment decisions.

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