The Restful Record: A Relaxing History Podcast
Drift into a peaceful slumber with The Restful Record, the perfect blend of history, fascinating true stories, and calming narration designed to help you relax and unwind. Each episode takes you on a slow, soothing journey—exploring intriguing events, remarkable places, interesting true stories and little-known facts—all accompanied by gentle background music to ease your mind. Whether you’re looking to fall asleep, de-stress, or simply enjoy a moment of quiet curiosity, this podcast is your nightly escape into tranquility.
The Restful Record: A Relaxing History Podcast
The Restful Record S2 E4: Economics
In this relaxing episode of The Restful Record, we dive into the fascinating world of economics—from John Maynard Keynes and Adam Smith to Yuval Noah Harari’s reflections on how humans ascribe value, trust, and belief to money itself. We’ll trace the evolution from gold-backed currency to fiat money, and explore how cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, and blockchain technology are reshaping our understanding of wealth and exchange. Perfect for listeners curious about how money works, where value comes from, and what the future of finance might hold, this episode blends economic theory, history, and modern innovation in a calm, story-driven journey through time and trade.
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