BEAUTY, VIRTUE, EXTREMISM & THE BUSHIDO OF BITCOIN | Aleks Svetski

"This is about fixing the money so that we can forget about the money. When it's like the air we breathe, we can then think about other things like family, like nobility, like excellence, like virtue, like all of these things which are about creating an ascendant civilization or a beautiful culture."

On this Bitcoin Talk episode of THE Bitcoin Podcast, Walker talks with Aleksandar Svetski about his latest book "The Bushido of Bitcoin." They also discuss the evils of communism, the parasitic "elite" class, a code of conduct for Bitcoiners, beauty, morality vs virtue, Bitcoin's inevitability, and who Bitcoiners will become when Bitcoin wins...

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Takeaways
The Bushido of Bitcoin explores virtues that should accompany wealth.
Character is essential for making a positive impact in the world.
Bitcoin can magnify existing traits, both good and bad.
The focus should be on building a beautiful and transcendent society, not just on economics.
Virtue is an act and transcends cultural morals.
Understanding the difference between virtue and morality is crucial. Morality is often culturally subjective, while virtue transcends culture.
Rebuilding civilization requires a focus on responsibility and excellence.
Obedience can be necessary in certain environments for survival.
Not everyone can matter in the grand scheme of life, and that's acceptable.
The push for equality can undermine the concept of fairness.
Envy is a powerful tool used by the weak to subvert the strong.
Communism often arises from a place of envy and resentment.
Beauty is a crucial element that can save the world.
Life is a constant tension between freedom and responsibility.
Understanding the nature of struggle can lead to personal growth. The essence of human existence is rooted in struggle and conflict.
Beauty is a transcendent quality that influences morality.
Cultural revolts often elevate the ugly while denigrating beauty.
Communism seeks to undermine beauty and excellence.
Architecture reflects the values of a society, especially post-communism.
The extremists are often the builders of civilization.
Political shifts indicate a potential renaissance in leadership.
The virtuous must take responsibility to lead and influence society.
Apathy allows evil to flourish; active participation is necessary.
The future requires a commitment to cultural excellence and beauty.

Chapters
00:00 Reconnecting and Setting the Scene
03:03 Life in Brazil: A Personal Perspective
06:03 Considering Future Moves: Dubai as a Potential Base
09:00 The Trade-offs of Living in Dubai
11:57 The Bushido of Bitcoin: An Introduction
14:56 Exploring Virtue in the Context of Bitcoin
18:00 The Evolution of the Book: From Bitcoin to Virtue
21:08 The Importance of Character Alongside Capital
24:03 The Role of Bitcoin in Shaping Society
26:51 Virtue vs. Morality: Understanding the Difference
39:02 Exploring Morality and Virtue
42:51 The Importance of Virtues in Society
49:29 The Role of Obedience and Duty
51:28 The Nature of Change and Personal Growth
55:04 Equality vs. Fairness in Society
01:01:05 The Roots of Envy and Its Impact
01:17:38 Beauty, War, and the Human Experience
01:19:36 The Essence of Struggle and Existence
01:20:34 The Nature of Beauty and Morality
01:23:00 The Conflict Between Beauty and Ugliness
01:24:48 Cultural Revolt Against Beauty
01:26:14 Architecture and the Legacy of Communism
01:28:58 The Extremists and the Builders
01:31:15 The Shift in Political Landscape
01:32:31 The Role of Leadership in the Future
01:39:53 The Renaissance of Thought and Action
01:45:50 The Responsibility of the Virtuous
01:52:11 The Call to Action for Future Generations

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