How Bankers Took Over the Entire World

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Keith and Ben breakdown of how modern central-bank policies like money printing, low interest rates, and endless bailouts reshaped the economy and sparked many of the problems we face today.Memes and Markets explores how culture and memes shape & get shaped by financial markets to present the information you want at a level you can understand and relate to. Don't forget to subscribe to me notified when we go live on Tuesdays & Thursdays.Memes & Markets Socials x: https://x.com/MemesandmktsTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/memesandmarketsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/memesandmkts/

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00:00 Thanksgiving Greetings and Episode Introduction

07:39 Understanding Interest and Its Implications

10:36 The Evolution of Money as a Technology

16:08 The Role of Risk in Financial Systems

22:08 Generational Perspectives on Money and Risk

26:12 The Future of Money and Cryptocurrency

29:11 The Scale of Global Wealth and Debt

31:58 Understanding Derivatives and Their Impact

35:05 The Role of Scarcity in Asset Value

37:15 NFTs: The New Fine Art for the Wealthy

41:10 The Historical Context of Debt and Interest

43:06 The Evolution of Central Banking

54:07 The Mechanics of Bank Runs and Financial Stability

57:41 The Power of Narrative and Control

59:11 Central Banking: History and Influence

01:01:42 The Role of Key Figures in Banking History

01:04:10 Interconnectedness of Financial Systems

01:08:12 Understanding Historical Context and Education

01:11:19 Judgment, Understanding, and Personal Growth

01:14:09 Using the Banking System to Your Advantage

01:17:10 Current Events in Finance and Banking

01:22:34 Understanding Troll Culture and Its Impact

01:24:04 The Importance of Awareness in a Capitalist Society

01:25:03 AI Content and Public Sentiment

01:26:27 The Psychology of Online Comments

01:27:53 Inelastic Demand and Its Implications

01:30:02 The Adult Industry and AI's Role

01:30:58 Forgiveness in Society and Its Importance

01:31:54 The Future of AI and Its Ethical Considerations

01:36:51 The Education System and Its Challenges

01:41:01 Personal Stories from School and Their Impact

01:43:47 Tokenomics: Understanding Economic Opportunities

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