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PODCAST 44: DEFACING THE CURRENCY


In the wake of the surprising decision to replace America's greatest president, Andrew Hamilton, with Harriet Tubman, a relative historical nonentity on the $20 bill, Andy and Colin discuss the proposed changes to the US currency. Also under discussion is the symbolism and iconography of a range of other currencies, including the English and Scottish pounds, the Euro, and the hyperinflationary Zimbabwean dollar.



Is this a portent of a coming financial meltdown or just another flawed attempt to create balance and unity in a tragically asymmetrical nation?