Why do so many people today feel lost, disconnected, and without purpose?

In this episode of the WS Podcast, Wojciech sits down with Joe Barnard, minister at Holyrood Evangelical Church and author of "The Road Back to God", for a deep conversation about faith, meaning, masculinity, family, and the spiritual crisis of the modern world.

Together, they explore why modern society often feels spiritually empty despite unprecedented technological progress and material comfort.

This episode dives into:

Joe explains how modern culture has become increasingly “disenchanted,” reducing reality to material explanations while neglecting deeper human needs for purpose, connection, and transcendence.

The conversation also explores:

Drawing from philosophy, Christianity, psychology, and personal experience, this episode challenges listeners to rethink what truly matters - and whether modern society has lost touch with deeper truths about human nature.

All the love, all the power, all of the time!

If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link: https://linktr.ee/w.salski

Get Joe's Book: "The Road Back to God" - https://amzn.eu/d/0hrm1fbn

Check the website for additional resources: www.xtrainingministries.com

Join the Holyrood Church - www.holyroodchurch.org

Mentioned Media and Books:

"Suprised by Joy" - https://amzn.eu/d/09AXpHDb

Social Media Links:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unusual.stories\_podcast/

YouTube:https://youtube.com/@w.salskicreativeworks?si=vduv475byjqWChqV

Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2bcP2r30SdpUuUCU6Jmnk9?si=5d2a4438ae524b0a

Primal.net: @wspodcast

What if the reality you experience isn’t fixed, but shaped by awareness itself?

In this episode of the WS Podcast, Woj sits down with Chris, author of The Man on the Endless Stair, for a deep and thought-provoking conversation on consciousness, trauma, meaning, and the nature of reality.

Chris shares his journey from strict religious upbringing to atheism, and eventually into a deeper exploration of quantum physics, Buddhism, and analytic idealism - challenging the idea that reality is purely material.

We explore:

Chris also shares how practices like meditation and Jiu-Jitsu helped him move from control and resistance to flow, presence, and adaptability.

This conversation dives into some of the biggest questions:

Whether you’re interested in philosophy, spirituality, psychology, or personal growth, this episode offers a powerful perspective on what it means to be human.

All the love, all the power, all of the time!

If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link: https://linktr.ee/w.salski

Get Chris's Book: "The Man on the Endless Stair" - https://www.chrisbarkley.co.uk/the-man-on-the-endless-stair

Chris's Instagram: @tufferbarkley

Mentioned Media and Books:

"Journey of Souls" by Michael Newton - https://amzn.eu/d/0fw9mLCj

"Analytic Idealism in a Nutshell" - https://amzn.eu/d/0ai7zSZ3

"Benbecula" - https://amzn.eu/d/02Et68Zn

Social Media Links:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unusual.stories\_podcast/

YouTube:https://youtube.com/@w.salskicreativeworks?si=vduv475byjqWChqV

Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2bcP2r30SdpUuUCU6Jmnk9?si=5d2a4438ae524b0a

Primal.net: @wspodcast

What does it really take to design fashion for millions of people?

In this episode, Woj sits down with Ola (Aleksandra Klekot), a lead women’s shoe designer at LPP (Poland), to explore the reality behind the fashion industry, the creative process, and how trends are shaped.

Ola shares her journey from fashion school to becoming responsible for a major part of Reserved’s shoe collections, offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at how fashion is actually created.

We dive into:

how fashion trends are identified and adapted for real consumers

the balance between creativity, data, and intuition

why fashion is cyclical, but never the same

how AI is transforming the design process

the evolving mindset of consumers towards quality and conscious buying

We also explore Poland’s growing presence in global fashion, cultural differences between markets, and what it takes to succeed in a highly competitive industry.

Ola shares practical advice for aspiring designers, highlighting the importance of education, competitions, and networking in building a career in fashion.

This conversation is not just about clothes, it’s about creativity, business, identity, and the future of design.

All the love, all the power, all of the time!

If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link: https://linktr.ee/w.salski

To follow Ola's journey on Instagram: @aleksandra_klekot

Social Media Links:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unusual.stories\_podcast/

YouTube:https://youtube.com/@w.salskicreativeworks?si=vduv475byjqWChqV

Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2bcP2r30SdpUuUCU6Jmnk9?si=5d2a4438ae524b0a

Primal.net: @wspodcast

Is gold the only form of money that has truly stood the test of time?

In this episode of the WS Podcast, Woj explores the powerful ideas from *The Secret History of Gold by Dominic Frisby, uncovering how gold has shaped civilizations, and why it may still be the ultimate store of value today.

From ancient empires to modern financial systems, gold has remained a constant. But what changed when we moved to fiat money?

In this episode, we break down:

We also explore practical strategies for protecting your wealth in today’s system, including:

Gold is not just a commodity, it’s a form of stored energy, time, and value that has outlasted every paper currency in history.

If you want to understand how money really works, why inflation is unavoidable in fiat systems, and how to protect your financial future, this episode is essential.

All the love, all the power, all of the time!

If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link: https://linktr.ee/w.salski

Link to get the book: https://amzn.eu/d/0j9Uf0KB

Related Episodes:

"Is the Financial System Rigged?" - https://fountain.fm/episode/K75kd3Ag6VfpehFyKN0w

Inflation-focused episode - https://fountain.fm/episode/kO4XWvArvE50vj4l26Au

"Why You Shouldn't Buy Bitcoin" - https://fountain.fm/episode/FIM7ht8BaiEFkkqfeaSm

"The Price of Tomorrow" - https://fountain.fm/episode/Nrkb8qrat8Lk8tnXQFu3

Lyn Alden's book episode - to be linked

Dominic's Appearance on WIM show: https://fountain.fm/episode/9SaXlzKFhzff3A7oVwo1

Social Media Links:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unusual.stories\_podcast/

YouTube:https://youtube.com/@w.salskicreativeworks?si=vduv475byjqWChqV

Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2bcP2r30SdpUuUCU6Jmnk9?si=5d2a4438ae524b0a

Primal.net: @wspodcast

Is modern society giving people purpose or taking it away?

In this episode of the WS Podcast, Wojtek sits down with BJJ coach Ronan Foley for a deep conversation on identity, purpose, philosophy, and the state of the modern world.

The discussion begins with a simple but powerful question:

how do we define who we are?

From there, the conversation expands into:

Ronan shares his perspective on building meaningful environments through jiu-jitsu, helping people grow not just physically, but mentally and socially.

The episode also explores difficult questions about truth, mortality, and belief systems, alongside a broader discussion about the future of society, inequality, and whether the current system can be improved.

This is a conversation about what it means to live well in a complex world and how individuals can take responsibility for creating meaning, connection, and purpose.

All the love, all the power, all of the time!

If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link: https://linktr.ee/w.salski

Contact Ronan on Instagram: @ronanfoley0

Related Episodes:

Ronan on Rami's Show: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Ojkc1RHbkgeohmoFfJA96?si=12143e078ecd4188

Ronan on Ross's Show: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1dFcwvIBHBQmihg1dyYr40?si=d001fb4e96a34f04

"Is the Financial System Rigged?" - https://fountain.fm/episode/K75kd3Ag6VfpehFyKN0w

Stephen Fry's Debate mentioned by Ronan - https://youtu.be/JZRcYaAYWg4?si=2fzCAbyjNFQZS4gp

Social Media Links:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unusual.stories\_podcast/

YouTube:https://youtube.com/@w.salskicreativeworks?si=vduv475byjqWChqV

Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2bcP2r30SdpUuUCU6Jmnk9?si=5d2a4438ae524b0a

Primal.net: @wspodcast

Is the modern money system fundamentally broken and what does that mean for your future?

In this episode of the WS Podcast, we break down the key ideas from "Broken Money" by Lyn Alden, exploring how money works, why inflation exists, and who truly benefits from the current financial system.

We dive into the reality of a debt-based monetary system, where continuous expansion of money and credit is not a flaw, but a structural necessity.

This episode explains:

Through simple analogies and real-world examples, we explore how currency debasement impacts everyday people, especially wage earners and savers, while benefiting those closest to the source of money creation.

The episode also challenges you to think deeper:

If you want to understand how money really works, why inequality is rising, and how to navigate the future, this episode is essential listening.

All the love, all the power, all of the time!

If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link: https://linktr.ee/w.salski

Link to get the book: https://amzn.eu/d/07bsmVRg

Related Episodes:

"Is the Financial System Rigged?" - https://fountain.fm/episode/K75kd3Ag6VfpehFyKN0w

Inflation-focused episode - https://fountain.fm/episode/kO4XWvArvE50vj4l26Au

"Why You Shouldn't Buy Bitcoin" - https://fountain.fm/episode/FIM7ht8BaiEFkkqfeaSm

"The Creature from Jekyll Island" - https://fountain.fm/episode/vgDpH28sM1q3DbM7h7r9

"The Price of Tomorrow" - https://fountain.fm/episode/Nrkb8qrat8Lk8tnXQFu3

"Let's Talk about Money" - https://fountain.fm/episode/tZY2v4MyKpZLto6U13Bl

"Richest Man in Babylon" - https://fountain.fm/episode/rlfySNWAhzPQ2KSe1raT

Lyn's Appearance on WBD show: https://fountain.fm/episode/Br9HdJQEm713l54qzn9m

Social Media Links:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unusual.stories\_podcast/

YouTube:https://youtube.com/@w.salskicreativeworks?si=vduv475byjqWChqV

Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2bcP2r30SdpUuUCU6Jmnk9?si=5d2a4438ae524b0a

Primal.net: @wspodcast

What really drives human action—and how does it shape the economy we live in?

In this episode of the WS Podcast, Wojciech Salski explores the powerful ideas from Praxeology: The Invisible Hand That Feeds You by Knut Svanholm, breaking down the foundations of praxeology, Austrian economics, and the logic behind human decision-making.

Praxeology is the study of human action—based on the idea that every decision we make is purposeful and aimed at improving our situation. Unlike traditional economic models that try to predict behavior, praxeology starts from a simple truth: humans act based on incentives, emotions, and perceived value.

In this episode, we explore:

We also dive into deeper questions about freedom, government, and coercion, exploring whether true equality can exist in systems where force and control are present.

The episode challenges conventional thinking about money, value, and society—arguing that many modern economic problems stem from misunderstandings of how humans actually behave.

If you want to understand economics from first principles, rethink how value is created, and explore the philosophical foundations of markets and freedom, this episode offers a powerful new perspective.

All the love, all the power, all of the time!

If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link: https://linktr.ee/w.salski

Instagram: / unusual.stories_podcast

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WS_Podcast

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bcP2r30SdpUuUCU6Jmnk9?si=ce70a31da4d04854

Primal.net: @wspodcast

Link to the book on Amazon: https://amzn.eu/d/02qICiTf

Related Media:

"Bitcoin: Everything divided by 21 Million" - https://fountain.fm/episode/kO4XWvArvE50vj4l26Au

"The Price of Tomorrow" - https://fountain.fm/episode/Nrkb8qrat8Lk8tnXQFu3

"Is the Financial System Rigged?" -

Episode featuring Max: https://fountain.fm/episode/aB170b3sqAG5nod6HXrc

Is money really the same as wealth—or have we misunderstood it completely?

In this episode of the WS Podcast, Wojciech Salski breaks down the key ideas from Capital Offense by Paul Musson, exploring the true nature of money, the flaws of GDP, and why our current financial system may be fundamentally broken.

Most people think of money as wealth.

But what if money is just a tool - a claim on real goods and services - rather than value itself?

We explore:

This episode challenges the way we think about finance, showing how policies that aim to stimulate growth may actually devalue savings, increase inequality, and misallocate capital.

We also discuss how sound money systems - historically linked to assets like gold and increasingly to Bitcoin - can act as a disciplining force, limiting excessive money creation and encouraging real value creation.

If you want to understand how money really works, why inflation matters, and how to protect your financial future, this episode offers a clear and powerful perspective.

All the love, all the power, all of the time!

If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link: https://linktr.ee/w.salski

Link to get the book: https://amzn.eu/d/03O7kIHm

Mentioned Episodes and Books:

Episode with Paul Musson -

Inflation-focused episode - https://fountain.fm/episode/kO4XWvArvE50vj4l26Au

"Why You Shouldn't Buy Bitcoin" - https://fountain.fm/episode/FIM7ht8BaiEFkkqfeaSm

"The Creature from Jekyll Island" - https://fountain.fm/episode/vgDpH28sM1q3DbM7h7r9

"The Price of Tomorrow" - https://fountain.fm/episode/Nrkb8qrat8Lk8tnXQFu3

"Let's Talk about Money" - https://fountain.fm/episode/tZY2v4MyKpZLto6U13Bl

"Richest Man in Babylon" - https://fountain.fm/episode/rlfySNWAhzPQ2KSe1raT

Social Media Links:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unusual.stories\_podcast/

YouTube:https://youtube.com/@w.salskicreativeworks?si=vduv475byjqWChqV

Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2bcP2r30SdpUuUCU6Jmnk9?si=5d2a4438ae524b0a

Primal.net: @wspodcast

Is the financial system really designed to benefit everyone - or is it quietly creating inequality?

In this episode, Paul, a former professional investor with over 30 years of experience, shares a powerful critique of modern monetary policy and the role central banks play in shaping today’s economy.

The conversation begins with a fundamental idea:

“In a free market capitalist system, you're only supposed to benefit to the degree that you provide value to others.”

But what happens when that system is distorted?

We explore how central banks, through policies like low interest rates and money printing, may be driving wealth inequality, unsustainable debt, and the misallocation of capital. Instead of rewarding productivity and innovation, the system increasingly rewards those closest to money creation.

This episode breaks down:

We also dive into key historical turning points, including the creation of the Federal Reserve and the removal of the gold standard in 1971, and how these decisions shaped the modern financial system.

Finally, Paul shares his vision for a fairer system - one based on sound money, real value creation, and long-term thinking - along with practical ideas on how individuals can protect their wealth in today’s environment, including investing in high-quality assets, gold, and Bitcoin.

If you want to understand how money really works, why inequality is rising, and what you can do about it, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

All the love, all the power, all of the time!

If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link: https://linktr.ee/w.salski

To connect with Paul, go to: https://pauliticaleconomy.com

Mentioned Episodes and Books:

"The Bitcoin Standard" - https://fountain.fm/episode/RCwkrgPTPzFgvS2wGrkF

"Why You Shouldn't Buy Bitcoin" - https://fountain.fm/episode/FIM7ht8BaiEFkkqfeaSm

"The Creature from Jekyll Island" - https://fountain.fm/episode/vgDpH28sM1q3DbM7h7r9

"The Price of Tomorrow" - https://fountain.fm/episode/Nrkb8qrat8Lk8tnXQFu3

Social Media Links:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unusual.stories\_podcast/

YouTube:https://youtube.com/@w.salskicreativeworks?si=vduv475byjqWChqV

Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2bcP2r30SdpUuUCU6Jmnk9?si=5d2a4438ae524b0a

Primal.net: @wspodcast

Can Bitcoin transform the way podcasts are created, distributed, and monetized? In this episode, Wojtek sits down with Nick Malster, co-founder of the Fountain app, to explore how Bitcoin and Nostr could reshape the future of podcasting and the creator economy.

Key Topics:

Nick explains the origins of Fountain, the vision behind the platform, and the challenges of building a startup that sits at the intersection of podcasting, Bitcoin, and Nostr. The conversation explores why many podcast apps feel purely functional and how Fountain aims to transform listening into a community-driven experience where listeners can directly support creators.

We also discuss the broader challenges of introducing decentralized technologies to mainstream audiences. Nick shares insights on onboarding users to Bitcoin and Nostr, why self-custody and private keys can be intimidating, and how Fountain is working to simplify the experience while maintaining the benefits of open systems.

The episode also dives into the creator economy and how traditional music and podcast platforms often fail to reward creators fairly. Fountain’s model allows listeners to send Bitcoin “zaps” and directly support podcasts and artists, offering an alternative to the closed ecosystems of large streaming platforms.

Nick also shares his personal journey into Bitcoin and how books like The Bitcoin Standard helped him understand the role of sound money in society and the broader implications of decentralized technologies.

If you’re interested in Bitcoin, podcasting, the creator economy, or decentralized social media, this conversation offers a fascinating look at how new technologies could reshape the future of content and online communities.

Listen to the full episode to discover how Fountain is building a new model for podcasts, creators, and communities in the Bitcoin era.

All the love, all the power, all of the time!

If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link: https://linktr.ee/w.salski

Join FountainFM today: https://fountain.fm/

Mentioned Episodes and Books:

"The Bitcoin Standard" - https://fountain.fm/episode/RCwkrgPTPzFgvS2wGrkF

"Touching the Void" book - https://amzn.eu/d/09zeLMmL

"Touching the Void" movie - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0379557/

Social Media Links:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unusual.stories\_podcast/

YouTube:https://youtube.com/@w.salskicreativeworks?si=vduv475byjqWChqV

Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2bcP2r30SdpUuUCU6Jmnk9?si=5d2a4438ae524b0a

Primal.net: @wspodcast