Shell Game: How America’s Money Devolved from Gold to Fiat
By Joshua D. Glawson Imagine a street performer standing behind a small table, moving three shells around at lightning speed, concealing a pea beneath one…
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What is Sound Money? A Comprehensive Guide
By Joshua D. Glawson Sound money is a concept that refers to money that retains its value over time and provides a stable foundation for…
U.S. Presidents on Sound Money: A Historical Perspective
By Joshua D. Glawson Throughout U.S. history, the concept of sound money has played a crucial role in shaping the nation’s financial stability. Sound money,…
Mises’ America: The Crown Jewel in a Global Pageant
By Joshua D. Glawson “The sharper the competition, the better it serves its social function to improve economic production.” -Ludwig von Mises In the grand…
Love Mises to Pieces: The Rising Fascination with Austrian Economics, Sound Money, Precious Metals, and Cryptocurrency
By Joshua D. Glawson In recent years, a growing number of people have become captivated by Austrian Economics – specifically Ludwig von Mises, sound money,…
Understanding Austrian Economics: Key Theories, Beliefs, and Lessons
By Joshua D. Glawson Austrian economics is a distinctive school of thought known for its emphasis on individual choice, free markets, and a deep skepticism…
The Failures of Fiat Currency and the Federal Reserve: An Analysis
By Joshua D. Glawson Fiat currency and the Federal Reserve have long been subjects of debate and criticism for their perceived failures in achieving key…
The Austrian School on the Origin and Importance of Sound Money
By Joshua D. Glawson The Austrian School of Economics offers a unique and insightful perspective on the origin of money and the concept of sound…
Austrian Economists and the Value of Gold or Sound Money
By Joshua D. Glawson Austrian economists provide a comprehensive explanation for the value of gold and sound money, emphasizing subjective value, historical context, and essential…
Five Traps to Avoid When Buying and Holding Precious Metals
By Joshua Glawson Average investors may find their first purchase of physical gold and silver a little intimidating. To be sure, bad actors have sold…
America’s Fiat Money Gestapo: The Untold History of the Secret Service
By Joshua D. Glawson There is an untold story in American monetary history. Some are reluctant even to discuss it. I’m referring to the U.S….
Have U.S. Circulating Coins Become a Cruel Joke?
By Joshua D. Glawson Circulated “legal tender” coins are neither sound money nor even, apparently, legally recognized money in all circumstances anymore. Because of Federal…
Federal Reserve Redoubles Efforts to Reeducate the Young
By Joshua D. Glawson The Federal Reserve has taken its propaganda activities into a new, younger medium, Instagram and Threads. An announcement video posted to…
Four Precious Metals Megatrends Are Rapidly Unfolding
By Joshua Glawson As the world continues to be rocked by inflation and financial instability, four precious metals “megatrends” have emerged largely undetected by the…