In this episode of Taxed & Taken, we examine why modern money no longer holds its value — and how inflation quietly erodes savings, wages, and economic freedom.

We break down how today’s fiat currency system allows governments to spend without immediate taxation, pushing the real cost onto ordinary people through higher prices and weaker purchasing power. Using historical examples and real-world consequences, the episode explains what sound money is, why it mattered for most of human history, and how unsound money reshapes behaviour by discouraging saving and rewarding debt.

This episode also marks the conclusion of the podcast’s first eight-part foundation, setting the stage for future discussions on government policy, investing, and the growing risks posed by Central Bank Digital Currencies.

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