Our initial reaction to Vladimir Putin's interview with Tucker Carlson (from a Sovereign Finance lens).

On this episode we take a critical look at Gross Domestic Product, or GDP. Is it the best measure of well-being? We'll discuss its significant exclusions, the relationship between income and happiness, and personal experiences that show the value of non-monetary activities.

We'll talk about the environmental cost of production, the creation of harmful goods, and the concerning practices of money creation. The episode will also touch on the scarcity of our natural resources and the lack of effective action from world leaders.

Join us as we contemplate the future that awaits our children and consider a different vision of growth that prioritizes community and genuine contribution.

In this episode, we explore the subtleties of how inflation isn't just about rising prices, but is intimately tied to the decreasing value of currency—the invisible hand that rearranges monetary value right under our noses. We'll unpack the complex mechanisms that drive inflation, like quantitative easing and fractional reserve banking, and we'll take a historical journey to understand how this has played out in different eras, from Roman coins to the era of gold standards.

With a look at hyperinflation in countries like Argentina and Zimbabwe, we'll contrast those drastic scenarios with the seemingly desirable 2% target inflation rate. But, is 2% really ideal? We'll challenge prevailing notions and ask if a zero inflation rate might better serve economic stability.

As we navigate through the rising cost of living, government debt, and our increasingly complex banking system, we'll also consider if assets like gold or cryptocurrencies offer a harbour from the inflation storm. Are they the modern-day answer to maintaining your wealth as the value of money depreciates?

Join us as we dissect the true beneficiaries of inflation and the potential for a global currency that could revolutionize international trade.

In today’s episode, “Demystifying the Money Puzzle,” we’re diving into the origins and multifaceted nature of money – a tool of empathy and economy, from the tangible clink of gold and silver to the conceptual keystrokes of digital currency.

We’ll journey through the historical corridors where the might of the British pound was a standard of global reserves until the echoes of World War I led to its devaluation, sparking ripples that still lap at our current shores of currency instability. Moreover, we’ll hear a cautionary tale of childcare tokens, uncovering the delicate balance of trust and temptation in micro-economies.

Expect to explore the gap between gold's allure and the reality of our pound coins, understand how empires inscribed their decline onto the very currency they circulated, and peer into the digital dawn where Blockchain and Bitcoin challenge the age-old fiscal order.

In this episode, Rob Drummond and Derek Dearden set the stage for what listeners can expect from the Sovereign Finance podcast. They discuss the importance of being in control of your own destiny and how the current era presents unique challenges and opportunities. They touch on historical inflection points, the world financial system, and the need to understand personal finances as a sovereign human being. They delve into the complexities of finance and tease the next episode, which will demystify the concept of money. Join them on this journey to explore the intersection of personal finance, global finance trends, and deep human history.