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Wyatt O'Rourke - Financialization of Bitcoin, Bitcoinization of Finance
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58:22I start the pod with some insights from the last four-year cycle in Bitcoin investing, comparing its annualized returns and drawdowns with other market proxies like the S&P 500, NASDAQ, and gold. I then welcome Wyatt O'Rourke, founder of Basilic Financial and author of 'The Bitcoinization of Finance,' to discuss Bitcoin's integration into tradition…
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Edward Stratemeyer & Adventures in Fiction Publishing
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44:53I talk boys books passed down through generations, including classic adventure series like the Hardy Boys. I also examine the life and contributions of Edward Stratemeyer, the mastermind behind the Hardy Boys, Tom Swift, and the Bobbsey Twins. Inspired by these classics, I share my own venture in children's literature with my new book series, 'The …
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The Adventures of Leo & Henry - The Quest for the Lost Sword The book is now available for purchase on Amazon and Gumroad (digital version only). This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.gentlemanspeculator.comBy Andrew Flattery
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Notes on Trump, Getting Unstuck, and the American Empire
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50:59I share some personal views on another Trump presidency and allow myself a moment to indulge in some optimism. We get into the concept of America's decline, comparing it to the fall of Rome, and explore the potential for continuation of the empire. I riff on the commentary of Peter Thiel on Bari Weiss’s show, Trump’s Rogan appearance, Michael Golds…
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I delve into Mel Gibson's spot-on perspective on retirement, which I contend is unnatural in the modern hedonistic context. I explore Gibson’s commitment to staying creative and active into his later years, doing work that matters, and contrast this with our societal norm of subsidized and unexamined retirement. 02:47 The Problem with Subsidized Re…
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Leandro González-Sicilia - Multi-Generational Family Businesses, Luxury Investing, Hermès
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44:51I welcome Leandro of Best Anchor Stocks to Gentleman Speculator. Leandro is the co-founder of an investment research service and an equity analyst I deem worthy of paying attention to. We discuss the value of multi-generational family businesses, focusing especially on Hermès. Despite challenges, there is a small subset of public companies where be…
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Clay Finck - 100 Baggers, Quality Investing, Bitcoin for Stock Pickers
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47:34In this episode of GENTLEMAN SPECULATOR, I sit down with Clay Finck from 'We Study Billionaires' to discuss Chris Mayer's book '100 Baggers,' the quality investing ethos, and the friction stock analyst have with bitcoin. Clay shares his journey from being an actuary in Nebraska to going full time with The Investors Podcast Network. Highlights inclu…
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The Real Zorro, Noblesse Oblige, Gentleman Speculator
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45:02https://www.gentlemanspeculator.com/ You heard right. The Reformed Financial Advisor Podcast? It's gone. Dead and buried. From now on, it's Gentleman Speculator. Cleaner. Sharp as a stiletto heel. Like Alain Delon's tailored slacks. Money is a tool. But this isn’t about counting beans anymore. We’re talking shadows, where the real power reveals its…
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Deflation, Sound Money, Is Bitcoin "Good?" | Tim Wuebker
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56:24In conversation again with Tim Wuebker. We discussed inflation, deflation, hard money, and the moral case for Bitcoin. I recall how the 2008 financial crisis led me to question the stability of traditional financial systems and eventually turned me towards Bitcoin, especially during the money-printing spree of 2020. We delved into the advantages of…
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The Pros Not Understanding Bitcoin Is a Good Thing For Us
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20:24While bitcoin is in common parlance now in market commentary, politics, and internet culture, few understand what could be an idea hiding in plain sight. This is good news for us, as herein lies the opportunity. July 2024 Special Report - Andrew Flattery Subscribe to emails at https://www.gentlemanspeculator.com/ Andy Flattery is the Owner of Simpl…
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Writing Books, Catholic Investing, Bitcoin vs. Ethereum | Devin Rose
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45:47I have a deep and varied conversation with Devin Rose, a Catholic author, blogger, and software engineer. We dive into topics like writing books, moral guidance for Catholic investors, and the debate between Bitcoin and Ethereum. Devin shares his personal journey from militant atheism to Catholicism, his experiences with homesteading, and his insig…
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Lean Entrepreneurship, Twitter, Harrison Butker | Bryant Suellentrop
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53:06In this Reformed Financial Advisor pod I talk with my friend Bryant Suellentrop, who shares his journey from from scratch to success in various businesses. Bryant reveals how he transitioned from a web design business to a profitable cleaning company and ultimately founded a recruiting agency, Elevate and Delegate. He discusses the advantages of vi…
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I dive into evolution of Michael Saylor alongside his company, MicroStrategy, illustrating Saylor's rise from humble beginnings, the establishment of MicroStrategy driven by his tech foresight, and the challenges he faced post an accounting scandal in 2000. I consider Saylor as a visionary who deftly navigates through adversities, embraces innovati…
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In this episode, I delve into optimizing life while leaving a meaningful legacy. I critique the "Die With Zero" concept, popularized by Bill Perkins and others. Perkins stresses intentional living by managing time, wealth, and health effectively, but at the expense of family wealth and legacy. I also explore the societal shift towards individualism…
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Building Generational Wealth: A Catholic Perspective w/ Dorian Antešić
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1:00:28In this episode of The Reformed Financial Advisor podcast, I explore the topic of family wealth from a Catholic perspective. My guest is Dorian Antešić, a finance professional and Croatia's Catholic bitcoiner. We discuss his graduate school thesis on family wealth, Bitcoin, how Tucker Carlson said inheritance is a huge problem, a Benedictine monast…
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The Freedom to Have an Opinion | Isaiah Douglass
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58:49I have a wonderful conversation with fellow Financial Advisor, Isaiah Douglass. We discuss: Building online Joining Swan Private Client Andy hates soccer/Isaiah likes soccer COVID breaking our brains How FAs simp for inflation Bitcoin and the american dream Episode page: www.simplewealthkc.com/post/the-freedom-to-have-an-opinion-isaiah-douglass Sub…
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"Bitcoin Monasteries" & Reclaiming the American Dream | Pablo Peniche
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54:46I get into a wide ranging discussion with self-described techbro, Pablo Peniche. We discuss: Dropping out of college 3 times A vision for how Catholic monasteries could adopt bitcoin Obsessing over great cultures of the past without larping Peter Thiel's progress & decline thesis Gatsby, Elon, and fostering better elites The Sovereign Collective > …
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John Mayer is Probably into Bitcoin | Mike Marion
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1:05:56I have a conversation with Mike Marion about the anti-war movement and the great Ron Paul, before we shift into a celebration of recording artist John Mayer. Mayer is one of the essential artists of the last 20 years, comparable to my muse, Jack White, and someone we can learn from too. Episode page - www.simplewealthkc.com/post/john-mayer-is-proba…
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Books that Turned Me From Financial Advisor Skeptic to Bitcoin Advocate
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38:34My descent into bitcoin madness happened gradually, then suddenly. I comment on the books that I read on my way from agnostic to bitcoin maximalist. Books discussed: The Church and the Market - A Catholic Defense of the Free Economy - Thomas E Woods Jr. You Can Be a Stock Market Genius - Joel Greenblatt The Driver - Garet Garrett The Bitcoin Standa…
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What We Have Been Reading | Brian O'Leary
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1:11:50Warren Buffett says to read 500 pages a week. Yet The Atlantic recently reported that kids aren't "following in love with reading" anymore... what gives? Brian O'Leary joins me to launch a sermon on the value of reading right now and then we launch into our list. Books discussed: The Crusades - Thomas Asbridge Capone The Franco Regime - Stanley Pay…
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Hail, Caesar!, Tally Ho Yacht Guy, & the Dignity of Work
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35:11Andy Flattery does a solo mixtape episode commenting on the Coen Brothers' "Hail, Caesar!," the craftsmanship of Tally Ho Yacht restoration project, and Fr. Paul Scalia's lecture on leisure, the basis of culture. In making these connections he attempts to unpack the tension between workaholism, the dignity of work, diligence, and sloth. Episode pag…
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True Financial Independence | Unchained's Trey Sellers
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48:19Trey Sellers of Unchained and Andy Flattery discuss how bitcoin relates to the Financial Independence Retire Early (FIRE) movement. Bitcoin allows individuals to hold their wealth in money itself rather than subpar assets like real estate, stocks, bonds, or gold. Sellers explains that the demonetization of assets occurs when traditional money loses…
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Monarchy, Patrimony, & Bitcoin | Prince Filip of Serbia Karađorđević
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48:58Andy Flattery & Prince Filip Karađorđević discuss the history of his storied family dynasty, dating back over two centuries, life as a royal in exile, and the promise that he sees in the Serbian people today. Filip explains why he supports bitcoin and the hope he has in leaving a family legacy for his son. Guest: HRH Prince Filip, Hereditary Prince…
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Confessions of a Stockbroker | Chris Rossi
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51:17Let's talk about real life boiler room stories with Wall Street veteran Chris Rossi. Show notes: https://simplewealthkc.com/confessions-of-a-stockbroker--chris-rossi-podcast/ Subscribe to emails at https://www.gentlemanspeculator.com/ Andy Flattery is the Owner of Simple Wealth Planning, a Registered Investment Advisor. All opinions expressed by An…
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I used to work with a regular joe who accumulated and held the same stock for decades, amassing a small fortune. His crutch- no brokerage accounts. Instead, he kept the stock certificates secured in safety deposit boxes.. Cold storage! In this episode, I unpack Chris Mayer's modern classic "100 Baggers" and consider bitcoin in light of the book's p…
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Best Pods of 2022 & What I've Changed My Mind About
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44:53In the final episode of 2022, I unveil the most downloaded episodes of The Reformed Financial Advisor this year, read the BOOSTS, share my favorite podcasts, and shill a few book, youtube, and music recommendations. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! Twitter thread on the most downloaded episodes of 2022: https://twitter.com/andyflattery/status/1609…
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BTC Financial Advisor Roundtable | Morgen Rochard & Jim Crider
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58:36Financial Advisors gather to discuss the intersection of bitcoin and financial advice. In this episode of The Reformed Financial Advisor, I chat with Morgen Rochard & Jim Crider on all things orange pilled and the RIA world: - The dead end of "trying to make money on bitcoin" - What is going well regarding tools and the regulatory environment - Wha…
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Tax Planning Mentality, BTC in a 401(k), Mitt's Massive IRA | Sean Mullaney
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45:10In this episode I speak with the FI Tax Guy, Sean Mullaney, author of the book Solo 401(k): The Solopreneurs Retirement Account. We talk: - The Tax Planning mentality - Writing a book to standout as an expert - Is Bitcoin in a 401(k) even a good idea? - What Romney SHOULD have done with his huge IRA Outro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZOaj1TCMow…
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Subscribe to emails at https://www.gentlemanspeculator.com/ Andy Flattery is the Owner of Simple Wealth Planning, a Registered Investment Advisor. All opinions expressed by Andy and guests are solely their own opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Simple Wealth Planning. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and sh…
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Jack White, Tinkering, & the Limits of Goals Based Planning
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38:26Factory financial advice limits high achievers. Successful people will often credit things like skills acquired, stepping stone achievements, risk taking, connections made, and luck for their greatest accomplishments. They don’t credit a goals based plan for retirement that they made 30 years ago! Instead of being laser focused on retirement, the a…
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Andy Flattery speaks with bitcoin legend Bitstein about the fundamental economic question - what is the social good of speculation? Contrary to popular belief, correct speculation is not a zero sum game, but serves the purpose of correcting mispriced assets. Show Notes: https://simplewealthkc.com/speculator-work-is-real-work--bitstein-podcast/ Inte…
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Nuns Building Citadels & Civilization (w/ the Help of Bitcoin)
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45:05I had the wonderful privilege to make a pilgrimage to the monastery of the Benedictines of Mary, Queen of the Apostles. Here are my thoughts on the visit and my conversation with Mother Abbess Cecelia. We talked about restoring civilization, growing your own food, the life of a traditional nun, the latin mass, and bitcoin charity. If you would like…
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Responding to Peter Mallouk's Bitcoin Critiques
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46:11Andy Flattery & Zach from Casa respond to the bitcoin comments of Creative Planning's Peter Mallouk: - BTC is "Palm or Blackberry..." but blockchain will revolutionize everything? - "Too speculative" to be a currency? - But "anyone can create their own cryptocurrency?" - Investors in the S&P 500 will benefit anyway (from companies who hold it on th…
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Inbox: Matt Fradd 401(k) Debate, Buffett's Dad, & BOOSTS
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32:21In this solo episode I answer listener questions from email and boostagrams: - the Jacob Imam vs. Trent Horn 401(k) debate on Matt Fradd's Pints with Aquinas podcast - Do we hate Warren Buffett now that he hates bitcoin? - Bitcoin beginner resources - Responding to listener boostagrams Show Notes: https://simplewealthkc.com/inbox-matt-fradd-401k-de…
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The Michael Saylor & Robert Breedlove "What is Money?" Book | Seth Simmons
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45:13Robert Breedlove partnered with Seth Simmons to produce a book version of his What is Money? The Saylor Series. In this episode, Simmons tells his story of how he was able to convert the popular podcast series into book format and why this definitive Michael Saylor appearance is significant. Support the book by participating in the giveaway for Wha…
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Getting Your Bitcoin Off of Coinbase | Nick Neuman
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45:03"So why won't there be bitcoin banks that do this (custody) for you? I think there will be, but there's always going to be one problem with this, which is that bitcoin transactions are irreversible. And so it's an inherent core change in the security model of bitcoin compared to the legacy banking system. And because of that, there's always going t…
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Tips for High Inflation | Tim Wuebker
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1:17:58Andy Flattery & Tim Wuebker discuss all things inflation: - how we got here - why inflation is likely to stick around - what families can do to cope - what bitcoin means with an inflationary currency Originally aired on Tim Wuebker's Seemingly Ordinary Podcast Interlude & Outro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dI9q6P0mYAI Subscribe to emails at htt…
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Against the Index Fund Religion | Logan Bolinger
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47:26Andy Flattery speaks with Logan Bolinger, attorney, writer, and founder of Think Bitcoin LLC, about the problems with Index Fund investing. Show Notes: https://simplewealthkc.com/against-the-indexing-religion--logan-bolinger-podcast/ Interlude & Outro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1AxVTvrD3HY Subscribe to emails at https://www.gentlemanspeculato…
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How to Sleep Well During a Bitcoin Bear Market
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51:49The party is over and bitcoin is on sale. Andy Flattery and The Orange Pill Addicts discuss best practices to follow during bitcoin bear markets. Show Notes: https://simplewealthkc.com/how-to-sleep-well-during-a-bitcoin-bear-market-podcast/ Interlude & Outro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bpA_5a0miWk Subscribe to emails at https://www.gentlemansp…
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It’s the month of June, which means it’s the month where your favorite financial services provider wants to make sure that you know that they have all the allowable and respectable opinions... they support The Current Thing! This episode is a critique of "sounding good" ESG. Because behind every rainbow flag logo, every trite slogan, and all obliga…
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Earn, Save, Reject Altcoins | Morgen Rochard
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45:01Andy Flattery speaks with Financial Advisor Morgen Rochard about the basics of financial planning, why bitcoin is for families, and why Financial Advisors have gravitated towards "crypto." Show Notes: https://simplewealthkc.com/earn-save-reject-altcoins--morgen-rochard-podcast/ Subscribe to emails at https://www.gentlemanspeculator.com/ Andy Flatte…
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Answering Client Questions about Bitcoin | Trent Dudenhoeffer
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45:19Trent Dudenhoeffer, CFP®, CBP helps Andy Flattery answer client questions about bitcoin. What is it? Isn't it a bubble? Doesn't it use too much energy? Isn't it like MySpace? "I don't get it." Show Notes: https://simplewealthkc.com/?p=4907 Intro music is Ryan O'Connor's Interlude & Outro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bayyRPSXGq0 Follow Andy Flat…
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A key to understanding bitcoin is to first understand the importance of savings, because everything that you hear today about savings from the "default Keynesians" is wrong. In this episode, we take a deep look into the virtue of thrift with help from The Honeymooners, Hans-Hermann Hoppe, Robinson Crusoe, Pierre Rochard, Saifedean Ammous, Jimmy Son…
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Cronyism, Jacksonian Hard Money Movement, & "Old Bullion" | Patrick Newman
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44:59Andy Flattery talks with Patrick Newman about 19th century cronyism, Thomas Hart "Old Bullion" Benton, and the parallel to today's hard money debates surrounding bitcoin. Newman is the author of "Cronyism: Liberty Vs. Power in America, 1607-1849" Show Notes: https://simplewealthkc.com/cronyism-jacksonian-hard-money-movement-old-bullion-patrick-newm…
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Bitcoin & Why the 2008 Crisis Still Matters | Andy Edstrom
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57:35In this wide ranging conversation, Andy Edstrom discusses his history in legacy finance, why the 2008 financial crisis and monetary madness explain why our debt burdens are where they are today. If most assets are a "little bit money," bonds are at risk of being demonetized. Lastly, Andy makes his case for bitcoin as a lifeboat and why Financial Ad…
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The "Religious Fanaticism" of Bitcoin | Eric Sammons
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42:11Eric Sammons and Andy Flattery talk about the current state of bitcoin and the claim that "bitcoin is an idol." Eric is the Editor-in-Chief of Crisis Magazine. Sign up for The Reformed Financial Advisor monthly newsletter on financial planning, investing, and Kansas City history - www.reformedfinancialadvisor.com Follow Andy Flattery on Twitter Mus…
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Bonus Episode: Is Classical Education the Answer For Our Kids? | Dr. Luke Murray
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46:14Dr. Luke Murray, headmaster at the new Chesterton Academy of St. Philip Neary, shares his vision for Classical Education in Kansas City. Show notes - https://simplewealthkc.com/?p=4865 Sign up for The Reformed Financial Advisor monthly newsletter on financial planning, investing, and Kansas City history - www.reformedfinancialadvisor.com Follow And…
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The Michael Saylor Financial Plan, Inflation, Bitcoin Day KC
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41:43A podcast laying out The Michael Saylor Financial Plan as he tells it in his "Parable of the Argentine Rancher," Andy's thoughts on inflation, and Bitcoin Day KC. Show notes - https://simplewealthkc.com/the-michael-saylor-financial-plan-inflation-bitcoin-day-kc-podcast/ Sign up for The Reformed Financial Advisor monthly newsletter on financial plan…
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Is Bitcoin Immoral? | Fr. Nick Blaha & Slappy Jones II
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47:06Is Bitcoin a Good Coin? Catholic toxic maximalists Fr. Nick Blaha, the pseudonymous Slappy Jones II, and The Reformed Financial Advisor respond to the critiques of bitcoin from The New Polity's Jacob Imam and Marc Barnes. Show notes- https://simplewealthkc.com/is-bitcoin-immoral-fr-nick-blaha-slappy-jones-ii-podcast/ Sign up for The Reformed Financ…
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It is my belief that yes, you can own individual stocks in your long-term holdings. While some financial advice tells you that mutual funds, ETFs, and robo advisors are your only option, I think they are missing the mark. An alternative path, as David Gardner put it, is to "find good companies and hold those positions tenaciously over time to yield…
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