The Orange Pill with Dave Smith - WBD763

Dave Smith is a comedian and host of ‘Part Of The Problem
Podcast’. In this interview, we discuss libertarianism,
government responses to COVID and the political climate in the UK
and US. We also reflect on economic challenges facing
individuals, particularly the younger generation's struggle with
housing affordability, whilst critiquing government control over
money and how Bitcoin limits this power. The episode also covers
the role of comedians in defending free speech.


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In this episode, I had the privilege of sitting down with the
legend that is Dave Smith, comedian, political commentator, and
libertarian activist, to explore a myriad of topics that are
shaping our world today. From the nuances of libertarianism to
the transformative potential of Bitcoin, our conversation delved
into the heart of current societal and economic challenges.


We covered the government's response to the pandemic, the
influence of experts and politicians, and the pressing need to
counter propaganda. The conversation progressed to the role of
libertarianism in politics and the common misconceptions that
cloud its true essence. We then discussed the societal impacts of
social media, the Israel-Palestine conflict, and the rise of
feminism.


Economic issues are at the heart of a lot of societies' pivotal
problems, such as the growing wealth divide and the impact of
inflation on everyday life. We shared stories of individuals
struggling to afford housing and basic necessities, despite their
hard work. These stories speak to the erosion of the middle class
and the direction of society as the concept of money loses its
value and the government's control over the money supply is shown
to be a charade.


The rising cost of living and its effects led us to the topic of
Bitcoin. Dave articulated his support for it as a tool to
challenge government control over money, underscoring its
potential to prevent wars and promote peace. Our conversation
ended with us celebrating the crucial role of comedians in
safeguarding freedom of expression, underscoring the importance
of challenging authority and advocating for liberty in an
ever-changing world.


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Show notes:
https://www.whatbitcoindid.com/podcast/the-orange-pill


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