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EPISODE · Mar 26, 2025 · 32 MIN

History Of Money

from Info On The Go · host William and Kat

Send us Fan MailJoin hosts William and Kat on Info On The Go as they explore the fascinating evolution of money! Inspired by a listener request from the Facebook page, this episode dives deep into the origins of currency, from the barter system to modern digital transactions.Discover how ancient societies traded goods without money, why commodities like salt and metal became valuable exchange mediums, and how banking systems shaped global economies. We’ll discuss historical debates on the origins of money, including Adam Smith’s market-driven perspective and David Graeber’s emphasis on social relationships. Learn about coin clipping, paper money, the gold standard, and how innovations like credit cards and cryptocurrency revolutionized finance.Money has changed the way societies function, enabling trade and economic growth. But understanding its history is just the first step—learning how to manage money wisely is key to financial stability.Join the conversation! Follow us on Facebook at Info On The Go, share your show ideas, and ask us questions. Subscribe and follow us wherever you get your podcasts. Send us a text using the link in the show notes or leave a review.Thank You for listening and Stay curious,Kat & WilliamEmail  [email protected] you would like to support Info On The Go click the link belowhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2434258/support Follow us wherever you listen to podcasts and leave us a review.Follow us on Facebook at Info on the Go!https://www.facebook.com/share/g/159DdiptQh/?mibextid=wwXIfrhttps://infoonthego.buzzsprout.comWe use Upbeat Use the code below to listen or create.https://share.uppbeat.io/xobc81c0q2t0 Being Me Is the Best Thing to Be by Judy Erb tells the story of Honey, a curious little turtle who learns that being herself is the very best thing to be. It's a wonderful read for children, parents, and grandparents, celebrating self-confidence and self-acceptance. Be Like Honey Being Me Is the Best Thing to Be by Judy Erb tells the story of Honey, a curious little turtle who  Fresh From Cache™Created by IT professional Joel Folgner, Fresh From Cache delivers tech news, how-tos, and straightf PatreonSupport the show by becoming Patreon . Listen AD free and a week early. Have some one on one time wiOld GloryUse Code INFOGO to get 15% off at checkoutCozy EarthUse Code INFOGO to get 21% OFF Strong Coffee Company Get 20% OFF at cheSupport the showThank You for listening and Stay curious,Kat & WilliamEmail  [email protected] you would like to support Info On The Go click the link belowhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2434258/support Follow us wherever you listen to podcasts and leave us a review.Follow us on Facebook at Info on the Go!https://www.facebook.com/share/g/159DdiptQh/?mibextid=wwXIfrhttps://infoonthego.buzzsprout.com

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