Niko Jilch is a renowned finance journalist, podcaster, and fierce advocate for Bitcoin and sound money principles. With his popular "Fix the Money" newsletter and podcast, and German-focused YouTube channel “Was Bitcoin Bringt”, he provides insightful analysis on the flaws of the current monetary system and the revolutionary potential of Bitcoin. Niko’s experiences with economic crises and his deep understanding of economics have made him a leading voice in the Bitcoin community, championing the need for a more disciplined and decentralized financial system.

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Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction and Background 03:49 - Bitcoin as a Reaction to the Financial Crisis 07:59 - The Ego Barrier to Understanding Bitcoin 12:50 - The Role of Journalists and Media in Understanding Bitcoin 24:46 - Empowering Individuals with Bitcoin 30:29 - Money as a Social Construct 33:19 - The Flaws of the Current Monetary System 35:45 - Bitcoin as a Store of Value 38:07 - Bitcoin as a Currency and Unit of Exchange 45:30 - The Importance of Fixing the Money 49:36 - The Decreasing Risk of Investing in Bitcoin 55:31 - Bitcoin's Role in Building a Better Future 59:00 - The Power of the Individual