Podcasts about money and banking

What do COVID lockdowns, currency collapses, and hyperinflation all have in common? According to Steve Hanke, they all reveal how central planners manipulate fear, money, and power to control society.The Friedrich A. Hayek Memorial Lecture, sponsored by Jerry Dowell.The Austrian Economics Research Conference is the international, interdisciplinary meeting of the Austrian school, bringing together leading scholars doing research in this vibrant and influential intellectual tradition. For more information, visit https://Mises.org

Mises Fellow Kristoffer Hansen joins Bob to discuss Mises' perspective on fractional reserve banking and free banking. Earlier this month, Larry White referenced Hansen's work on fractional reserve banking, asserting that Hansen indicated Mises acknowledged the benefits of FRB. Kristoffer clarifies his paper and examines what Mises wrote in Human Action on the topic.Additionally, Bob and Kristoffer delve into the influence of the Currency School on banking and economic instability, as well as how commodity-backed money might impact the business cycle.Kristoffer's Article in the QJAE, "Sound Money without Free Banking": Mises.org/HAP472aKristoffer and Jonathan Newman's Article in the QJAE Clarifying Rothbard's Definition of Inflation: Mises.org/HAP472bHuman Action Podcast Episode 470 on the Debate Over Fractional Reserve Banking: Mises.org/HAP472cThe Mises Institute is giving away 100,000 copies of Murray Rothbard's, What Has Government Done to Our Money? Get your free copy at Mises.org/HAPodFree

Mises Fellow Kristoffer Hansen joins Bob to discuss Mises' perspective on fractional reserve banking and free banking. Earlier this month, Larry White referenced Hansen's work on fractional reserve banking, asserting that Hansen indicated Mises acknowledged the benefits of FRB. Kristoffer clarifies his paper and examines what Mises wrote in Human Action on the topic.Additionally, Bob and Kristoffer delve into the influence of the Currency School on banking and economic instability, as well as how commodity-backed money might impact the business cycle.Kristoffer's Article in the QJAE, "Sound Money without Free Banking": Mises.org/HAP472aKristoffer and Jonathan Newman's Article in the QJAE Clarifying Rothbard's Definition of Inflation: Mises.org/HAP472bHuman Action Podcast Episode 470 on the Debate Over Fractional Reserve Banking: Mises.org/HAP472cThe Mises Institute is giving away 100,000 copies of Murray Rothbard's, What Has Government Done to Our Money? Get your free copy at Mises.org/HAPodFree

Murphy lays out the various camps in the debate over FRB. He endorses the view of Joe Salerno, namely that Mises favored "free banking" as the best means for limiting credit expansion and ensuring banks carry high reserve ratios.Bob's Article in the QJAE on Fractional Reserve Banking: Mises.org/HAP470aJoe Salerno, "Ludwig von Mises as Currency School Free Banker": Mises.org/HAP470bThe Mises Institute is giving away 100,000 copies of Murray Rothbard's, What Has Government Done to Our Money? Get your free copy at Mises.org/HAPodFree

Murphy lays out the various camps in the debate over FRB. He endorses the view of Joe Salerno, namely that Mises favored "free banking" as the best means for limiting credit expansion and ensuring banks carry high reserve ratios.Bob's Article in the QJAE on Fractional Reserve Banking: Mises.org/HAP470aJoe Salerno, "Ludwig von Mises as Currency School Free Banker": Mises.org/HAP470bThe Mises Institute is giving away 100,000 copies of Murray Rothbard's, What Has Government Done to Our Money? Get your free copy at Mises.org/HAPodFree

Dr. Philipp Bagus explains the main ideas from his new book, Full Reserve Banking versus the Real Bills Doctrine, which defends Misesian business cycle theory from a recent critique. Bagus provides an in-depth criticism of the Real Bills Doctrine, emphasizing the importance of real savings in economic stability. He defends full reserve banking and critiques fractional reserve systems for creating money without real economic backing, leading to inflation and business cycles.Full Reserve Banking versus the Real Bills Doctrine: Mises.org/HAP469aBob's Study Guide to The Theory of Money and Credit: Mises.org/HAP469bPhilipp Bagus, "Entrepreneurial Error Does Not Equal Market Failure" Mises.org/HAP469cThe Mises Institute is giving away 100,000 copies of Murray Rothbard's, What Has Government Done to Our Money? Get your free copy at Mises.org/HAPodFree

Dr. Philipp Bagus explains the main ideas from his new book, Full Reserve Banking versus the Real Bills Doctrine, which defends Misesian business cycle theory from a recent critique. Bagus provides an in-depth criticism of the Real Bills Doctrine, emphasizing the importance of real savings in economic stability. He defends full reserve banking and critiques fractional reserve systems for creating money without real economic backing, leading to inflation and business cycles.Full Reserve Banking versus the Real Bills Doctrine: Mises.org/HAP469aBob's Study Guide to The Theory of Money and Credit: Mises.org/HAP469bPhilipp Bagus, "Entrepreneurial Error Does Not Equal Market Failure" Mises.org/HAP469cThe Mises Institute is giving away 100,000 copies of Murray Rothbard's, What Has Government Done to Our Money? Get your free copy at Mises.org/HAPodFree

Bob goes solo to explain the contributions of Carl Menger and Ludwig von Mises to monetary theory. He then deals with the critique of David Graeber, who argues that the economists' story of the origin of money is bogus.Bob's Article, "Origin of the Specie": Mises.org/HAP464aR. A. Radford, "The Economic Organisation of a P.O.W": Mises.org/HAP464bBob's Book, Understanding Money Mechanics: Mises.org/HAP464cGet your ticket to Living Free in an Unfree World in Albuquerque, New Mexico: Mises.org/NM24

Bob goes solo to explain the contributions of Carl Menger and Ludwig von Mises to monetary theory. He then deals with the critique of David Graeber, who argues that the economists' story of the origin of money is bogus.Bob's Article, "Origin of the Specie": Mises.org/HAP464aR. A. Radford, "The Economic Organisation of a P.O.W": Mises.org/HAP464bBob's Book, Understanding Money Mechanics: Mises.org/HAP464cGet your ticket to Living Free in an Unfree World in Albuquerque, New Mexico: Mises.org/NM24

What do banks do? What is the difference between loan banking and deposit banking?Recorded at the Mises Institute in Auburn, Alabama, on July 29, 2024.Mises University is the world's leading instructional program in the Austrian School of economics, and is the essential training ground for economists who are looking beyond the mainstream.

Money, what it is, where it came from, and why it is essential for a just, thriving society and economy.Recorded at the Mises Institute in Auburn, Alabama, on July 29, 2024.Mises University is the world's leading instructional program in the Austrian School of economics, and is the essential training ground for economists who are looking beyond the mainstream.

Jason Purcell is an analyst at a major financial institution with a specialty in bond analysis. He joins Bob to discuss his historical analysis of yield curves (in both UK and US) going back to the 1870s, which shows that central banks do indeed manipulate short-term interest rates.Bob's Article on the Inverted Yield Curve: Mises.org/HAP457aGoerge Selgin's Cato Article on the Fed: Mises.org/HAP457bThe Charts Referenced in this Episode: Mises.org/HAP457cJoin us in Fort Myers, Florida, on November 9, 2024, to cut through the political noise and discuss the state of the economy. Distinguished speakers Tom DiLorenzo, Mark Thornton, and Murray Sabrin will challenge prevailing economic myths and take a critical look at the US political theater, offering insights into how political interventions distort our economy. It's an opportunity to move beyond partisan rhetoric and examine the way the government affects our lives and livelihoods. Register now: Mises.org/FtMyers24The Mises Institute is giving away 100,000 copies of Murray Rothbard's, What Has Government Done to Our Money? Get your free copy at Mises.org/HAPodFree

Jason Purcell is an analyst at a major financial institution with a specialty in bond analysis. He joins Bob to discuss his historical analysis of yield curves (in both UK and US) going back to the 1870s, which shows that central banks do indeed manipulate short-term interest rates.Bob's Article on the Inverted Yield Curve: Mises.org/HAP457aGoerge Selgin's Cato Article on the Fed: Mises.org/HAP457bThe Charts Referenced in this Episode: Mises.org/HAP457cJoin us in Fort Myers, Florida, on November 9, 2024, to cut through the political noise and discuss the state of the economy. Distinguished speakers Tom DiLorenzo, Mark Thornton, and Murray Sabrin will challenge prevailing economic myths and take a critical look at the US political theater, offering insights into how political interventions distort our economy. It's an opportunity to move beyond partisan rhetoric and examine the way the government affects our lives and livelihoods. Register now: Mises.org/FtMyers24The Mises Institute is giving away 100,000 copies of Murray Rothbard's, What Has Government Done to Our Money? Get your free copy at Mises.org/HAPodFree

Bob continues his feud with George Selgin, explaining why the alleged free banking period in Scotland doesn't show that free-market banks would carry low reserve ratios.Reason Debate Between Bob and George Selgin: Mises.org/HAP453aGeorge Selgin Interview on Free Banking: Mises.org/HAP453bSelgin's Response to Bob on Twitter: Mises.org/HAP453cRothbard's Economic Controversies: Mises.org/HAP453dJoin us in October for a weekend of celebration at the 2024 Mises Institute Supporters Summit in Hilton Head, South Carolina. Registration is open for Mises Members at Mises.org/SS24The Mises Institute is giving away 100,000 copies of Murray Rothbard's, What Has Government Done to Our Money? Get your free copy at Mises.org/HAPodFree

Bob continues his feud with George Selgin, explaining why the alleged free banking period in Scotland doesn't show that free-market banks would carry low reserve ratios.Reason Debate Between Bob and George Selgin: Mises.org/HAP453aGeorge Selgin Interview on Free Banking: Mises.org/HAP453bSelgin's Response to Bob on Twitter: Mises.org/HAP453cRothbard's Economic Controversies: Mises.org/HAP453dJoin us in October for a weekend of celebration at the 2024 Mises Institute Supporters Summit in Hilton Head, South Carolina. Registration is open for Mises Members at Mises.org/SS24The Mises Institute is giving away 100,000 copies of Murray Rothbard's, What Has Government Done to Our Money? Get your free copy at Mises.org/HAPodFree

Economics researcher Joakim Book joins Bob to discuss his recent article on the dollar's international dominance at the American Institute for Economic Research. US Sanctions incentivize foreign governments to find alternatives to the dollar, but none have successfully escaped Washington's grip. Joakim argues that alternative payment systems are in the works, but even international banking transactions still use US banking systems. How much longer will the US dollar be the king currency? Why aren't foreign Governments fleeing to BTC and Gold? Bob and Joakim discuss.Joakim's Article at the AIER: Mises.org/HAP451aThe Mises Institute is giving away 100,000 copies of Murray Rothbard's, What Has Government Done to Our Money? Get your free copy at Mises.org/HAPodFree

Economics researcher Joakim Book joins Bob to discuss his recent article on the dollar's international dominance at the American Institute for Economic Research. US Sanctions incentivize foreign governments to find alternatives to the dollar, but none have successfully escaped Washington's grip. Joakim argues that alternative payment systems are in the works, but even international banking transactions still use US banking systems. How much longer will the US dollar be the king currency? Why aren't foreign Governments fleeing to BTC and Gold? Bob and Joakim discuss.Joakim's Article at the AIER: Mises.org/HAP451aThe Mises Institute is giving away 100,000 copies of Murray Rothbard's, What Has Government Done to Our Money? Get your free copy at Mises.org/HAPodFree

Mainstream economists claim money has purchasing power because the government issuing the money has so declared. That makes no sense.Original Article: How Does Money in Our Possession Acquire Value?

Mainstream economists claim money has purchasing power because the government issuing the money has so declared. That makes no sense.Original Article: How Does Money in Our Possession Acquire Value?

Recorded in Tampa, Florida, on February 17, 2024. Special thanks to Liberty Villages and the Shrader family for sponsoring this event.

Recorded in Tampa, Florida, on February 17, 2024. Special thanks to Liberty Villages and the Shrader family for sponsoring this event.

Recorded in Tampa, Florida, on February 17, 2024. Special thanks to Liberty Villages and the Shrader family for sponsoring this event.

In Part 2 of this two-part episode, James continues his conversation with guest Eugene Barnes. Eugene shares more of his insights and experiences practicing the Infinite Banking Concept over the last two and a half years. As always, we hope you enjoy and thanks for listening!Watch Part One Here ➫ youtu.be/CwwjWB4yIFYWatch Eugene's Original Episode Here ➫ www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLIOAfP90FgMake sure to like and subscribe to join us weekly on the Banking With Life Podcast!━━━Become a client! ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/how-to-fast-t…ur-own-bankerBuy Nelson Nash's 6.5 hour Seminar on DVD here: ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/product/the-5…ecorded-live/ (Call us at (817) 790-0405 or email us at myteam@bankingwithlife.com for a DISCOUNT CODE)Register for our free webinar to learn more about Infinite Banking... ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/getting-started-webinar━━━Implement the Infinite Banking Concept® with the Infinite Banking Starter Kit...The Starter Kit includes Becoming Your Own Banker by R. Nelson Nash and the Banking With Life DVD by James Neathery.It's the perfect primer for everyone interested in becoming their own banker.Buy your starter kit here: ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/product/becom…pecial-offer/━━━Learn more about James Neathery here: ➫ bankingwithlife.com━━━Listen on your iPhone with Apple Podcasts: ➫ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bank…st/id1451730017Listen on your Android through Stitcher: ➫ www.stitcher.com/podcast/bank...Listen on Soundcloud: ➫ @banking-with-life-podcast━━━Follow us on Facebook: ➳ www.facebook.com/jamescneathery/━━━Disclaimer:All content on this site is for informational purposes only. The content shared is not intended to be a substitute for consultation with the appropriate professional. Opinions expressed herein are solely those of James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc., unless otherwise specifically cited. The data that is presented is believed to be from reliable sources and no representations are made by James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc. as to another party's informational accuracy or completeness. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with your Adviser, Financial Planner, Tax Consultant, Attorney, Investment Adviser or the appropriate professional prior to taking any action.

In this episode of The Banking With Life Podcast, James sits down with returning guest, Eugene Barnes! This episode marks the first part of a two-part discussion in which they catch up on what Eugene has been doing over the past 2 1/2 years while practicing the Infinite Banking Concept. Their conversation was delightful and filled with wisdom. As always, we hope you enjoy it and thank you for listening!Watch Eugene's First Episode Here! ➫ www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLIOAfP90FgMake sure to like and subscribe to join us weekly on the Banking With Life Podcast!━━━Become a client! ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/how-to-fast-t…ur-own-bankerBuy Nelson Nash's 6.5 hour Seminar on DVD here: ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/product/the-5…ecorded-live/ (Call us at (817) 790-0405 or email us at myteam@bankingwithlife.com for a DISCOUNT CODE)Register for our free webinar to learn more about Infinite Banking... ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/getting-started-webinar━━━Implement the Infinite Banking Concept® with the Infinite Banking Starter Kit...The Starter Kit includes Becoming Your Own Banker by R. Nelson Nash and the Banking With Life DVD by James Neathery.It's the perfect primer for everyone interested in becoming their own banker.Buy your starter kit here: ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/product/becom…pecial-offer/━━━Learn more about James Neathery here: ➫ bankingwithlife.com━━━Listen on your iPhone with Apple Podcasts: ➫ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bank…st/id1451730017Listen on your Android through Stitcher: ➫ www.stitcher.com/podcast/bank...Listen on Soundcloud: ➫ @banking-with-life-podcast━━━Follow us on Facebook: ➳ www.facebook.com/jamescneathery/━━━Disclaimer:All content on this site is for informational purposes only. The content shared is not intended to be a substitute for consultation with the appropriate professional. Opinions expressed herein are solely those of James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc., unless otherwise specifically cited. The data that is presented is believed to be from reliable sources and no representations are made by James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc. as to another party's informational accuracy or completeness. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with your Adviser, Financial Planner, Tax Consultant, Attorney, Investment Adviser or the appropriate professional prior to taking any action.

Recorded at the Mises Institute Supporters Summit in Auburn, Alabama, 12-14 October 2023. Sponsored by Wilfried and Barbara Puscher Download the slides from this lecture at Mises.org/SS23_PPT_2

Decades of low interest rates have ruined saving in the US economy, and banks are going to pay dearly for it. Original Article: Is the US Banking System a House of Cards Waiting to Topple?

Decades of low interest rates have ruined saving in the US economy, and banks are going to pay dearly for it. Original Article: Is the US Banking System a House of Cards Waiting to Topple?

Decades of low interest rates have ruined saving in the US economy, and banks are going to pay dearly for it. Original Article: Is the US Banking System a House of Cards Waiting to Topple?

While FedNow seems benign, there is the larger problem of the entire banking system itself being built on a foundation of sand. FedNow can only make that problem worse. Original Article: "FedNow Isn't a CBDC, but It Is Dangerous"

While FedNow seems benign, there is the larger problem of the entire banking system itself being built on a foundation of sand. FedNow can only make that problem worse. Original Article: "FedNow Isn't a CBDC, but It Is Dangerous"

By corrupting the meaning of inflation, mainstream economists have given a false picture of what happens when monetary authorities expand the money supply. Mises and Rothbard understood. Original Article: "Taking Back the Meaning of "Inflation""

By corrupting the meaning of inflation, mainstream economists have given a false picture of what happens when monetary authorities expand the money supply. Mises and Rothbard understood. Original Article: "Taking Back the Meaning of "Inflation""

As Fed staffers no longer predict an impending recession, economists on social media are all assuring themselves that Americans are in store for a "soft landing." Mises Fellow Jonathan Newman joins Bob to explain why the data still support the case for recession and point out the eerie similarity to the calm before the storm in 2008. Robert Lucas' Nobel Prize Winning Lecture: Mises.org/HAP407a Bob's Eerie Article from 2007 on the Recession: Mises.org/HAP407b 'Bernanke Was Wrong' Compilation: Mises.org/HAP407c 'Peter Schiff Was Right' Compilation: Mises.org/HAP407d Join us in Nashville on September 23rd for a no-holds-barred discussion against the regime: Mises.org/Nashville23

As Fed staffers no longer predict an impending recession, economists on social media are all assuring themselves that Americans are in store for a "soft landing." Mises Fellow Jonathan Newman joins Bob to explain why the data still support the case for recession and point out the eerie similarity to the calm before the storm in 2008. Robert Lucas' Nobel Prize Winning Lecture: Mises.org/HAP407a Bob's Eerie Article from 2007 on the Recession: Mises.org/HAP407b 'Bernanke Was Wrong' Compilation: Mises.org/HAP407c 'Peter Schiff Was Right' Compilation: Mises.org/HAP407d   Join us in Nashville on September 23rd for a no-holds-barred discussion against the regime: Mises.org/Nashville23]]>

As Fed staffers no longer predict an impending recession, economists on social media are all assuring themselves that Americans are in store for a "soft landing." Mises Fellow Jonathan Newman joins Bob to explain why the data still support the case for recession and point out the eerie similarity to the calm before the storm in 2008. Robert Lucas' Nobel Prize Winning Lecture: Mises.org/HAP407a Bob's Eerie Article from 2007 on the Recession: Mises.org/HAP407b 'Bernanke Was Wrong' Compilation: Mises.org/HAP407c 'Peter Schiff Was Right' Compilation: Mises.org/HAP407d Join us in Nashville on September 23rd for a no-holds-barred discussion against the regime: Mises.org/Nashville23

As Fed staffers no longer predict an impending recession, economists on social media are all assuring themselves that Americans are in store for a "soft landing." Mises Fellow Jonathan Newman joins Bob to explain why the data still support the case for recession and point out the eerie similarity to the calm before the storm in 2008. Robert Lucas' Nobel Prize Winning Lecture: Mises.org/HAP407a Bob's Eerie Article from 2007 on the Recession: Mises.org/HAP407b 'Bernanke Was Wrong' Compilation: Mises.org/HAP407c 'Peter Schiff Was Right' Compilation: Mises.org/HAP407d Join us in Nashville on September 23rd for a no-holds-barred discussion against the regime: Mises.org/Nashville23

As Fed staffers no longer predict an impending recession, economists on social media are all assuring themselves that Americans are in store for a "soft landing." Mises Fellow Jonathan Newman joins Bob to explain why the data still support the case for recession and point out the eerie similarity to the calm before the storm in 2008. Robert Lucas' Nobel Prize Winning Lecture: Mises.org/HAP407a Bob's Eerie Article from 2007 on the Recession: Mises.org/HAP407b 'Bernanke Was Wrong' Compilation: Mises.org/HAP407c 'Peter Schiff Was Right' Compilation: Mises.org/HAP407d Join us in Nashville on September 23rd for a no-holds-barred discussion against the regime: Mises.org/Nashville23

David Brady, Jr. discusses his recent article at mises.org, in which he argues that the newly launched "FedNOW" system isn't a CBDC. Even so, there are dangers from FedNOW, such as exacerbating bank runs. David also explains the new Mises Apprenticeship program, of which he is a member. David's Article on Mises.org: Mises.org/HAP406a George Selgin Cato Article on FedNow: Mises.org/HAP406b   Join us in Nashville on September 23rd for a no-holds-barred discussion against the regime: Mises.org/Nashville23]]>

David Brady, Jr. discusses his recent article at mises.org, in which he argues that the newly launched "FedNOW" system isn't a CBDC. Even so, there are dangers from FedNOW, such as exacerbating bank runs. David also explains the new Mises Apprenticeship program, of which he is a member. David's Article on Mises.org: Mises.org/HAP406a George Selgin Cato Article on FedNow: Mises.org/HAP406b Join us in Nashville on September 23rd for a no-holds-barred discussion against the regime: Mises.org/Nashville23

David Brady, Jr. discusses his recent article at mises.org, in which he argues that the newly launched "FedNOW" system isn't a CBDC. Even so, there are dangers from FedNOW, such as exacerbating bank runs. David also explains the new Mises Apprenticeship program, of which he is a member. David's Article on Mises.org: Mises.org/HAP406a George Selgin Cato Article on FedNow: Mises.org/HAP406b Join us in Nashville on September 23rd for a no-holds-barred discussion against the regime: Mises.org/Nashville23

David Brady, Jr. discusses his recent article at mises.org, in which he argues that the newly launched "FedNOW" system isn't a CBDC. Even so, there are dangers from FedNOW, such as exacerbating bank runs. David also explains the new Mises Apprenticeship program, of which he is a member. David's Article on Mises.org: Mises.org/HAP406a George Selgin Cato Article on FedNow: Mises.org/HAP406b Join us in Nashville on September 23rd for a no-holds-barred discussion against the regime: Mises.org/Nashville23

David Brady, Jr. discusses his recent article at mises.org, in which he argues that the newly launched "FedNOW" system isn't a CBDC. Even so, there are dangers from FedNOW, such as exacerbating bank runs. David also explains the new Mises Apprenticeship program, of which he is a member. David's Article on Mises.org: Mises.org/HAP406a George Selgin Cato Article on FedNow: Mises.org/HAP406b Join us in Nashville on September 23rd for a no-holds-barred discussion against the regime: Mises.org/Nashville23

Loan banking versus deposit banking, how deposit banking affects the money supply, how free banking limits credit expansion, the money multiplier process, and more. Download the slides from this lecture at Mises.org/MU23_PPT_08. Recorded at the Mises Institute in Auburn, Alabama, on 24 July 2023.

How can a bank “create money out of thin air”? We must enter the magical kingdom of “fractional-reserve banking,” where deposits are turned into loans, loans are turned into money, and so on, to find out. Original Article: "Banks Create Money out of Thin Air. What Could Possibly Go Wrong?"

How can a bank “create money out of thin air”? We must enter the magical kingdom of “fractional-reserve banking,” where deposits are turned into loans, loans are turned into money, and so on, to find out. Original Article: "Banks Create Money out of Thin Air. What Could Possibly Go Wrong?"

Monetarists believe there is an optimum growth rate of money. However, a fiat money system itself is unstable, so there is no optimum growth rate. Original Article: "Is There an Optimum Growth Rate of Money?"

The current banking crises have deep roots in US financial history. Monetary authorities have engaged in inflationary behavior for more than a hundred years. Original Article: "A Pyrrhic End to 130 Years of Vicious Bad Money and Banking Crises"

Contrary to Krugman, DeSantis and others warning about a CBDC aren't being paranoid: they are simply drawing the obvious conclusions from history. Original Article: "It's Not Paranoid to Worry about a Central Bank Digital Currency" This Audio Mises Wire is generously sponsored by Christopher Condon.

Money proper is not artifice. It is a physical "thing" of value, acquired through labor and emerging out of the needs of individuals, who through voluntary exchanges determine its value. Original Article: "Is It Real Money or Just Artifice?" This Audio Mises Wire is generously sponsored by Christopher Condon.

The story of the failure of Silicon Valley Bank is the story of nearly every bank failure. Fractional reserve banking invites the risky behavior that brings down the banking system. Original Article: "Silicon Valley Bank and the Failure of Fractional Reserve Banking" This Audio Mises Wire is generously sponsored by Christopher Condon.