Barter to Banknotes to Bitcoin!

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The Story of Us

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19 episodes

5 days ago

I’m Madison Reed — a social evolution explorer fascinated by how we became who we are. On The Story of Us, I dive into the defining moments of human civilization — from the birth of language and the invention of writing to the revolutions that reshaped our world. With deep research and endless curiosity, I uncover the patterns that connect our past to our present. If you're into anthropology, history, and the journey of human progress — this podcast is for you. Download our app now: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/skoob-nonfiction-podcasts/id6473138854

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Barter to Banknotes to Bitcoin!

The Story of Us

1 hour 1 minute 11 seconds

3 months ago

Barter to Banknotes to Bitcoin!

Step inside a thrilling, 2,500-year journey through the wild, weird, and world-changing history of money. Hosted by Madison Reed on The Story of Us, this short podcast takes listeners from barter and pigs to digital wallets and ATMs—uncovering the true origins of currency, status, trade, and power.

Discover how Aztecs used cacao beans, how Greek coins changed daily life, why barter never really existed, and how rice, salt, cows, and even slaves once served as real-world money. Packed with bizarre facts, lost civilizations, and economic revolutions, this episode reveals how money shaped the modern world far beyond what any economics textbook could tell you.

This AI-powered podcast, exclusively on Skoob, delivers fast, captivating storytelling designed for curious minds who want engaging content in bite-sized episodes. Whether you're into history, economics, anthropology, or just love a wild story, this US podcast breaks it all down with sharp insight and unforgettable moments.

This is a Skoob Podcast – an AI podcast platform that curates binge-worthy, short podcasts tailored to your interests. Explore human innovation, trade, greed, power, and technology—all through the lens of money.

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