Comments by "André" (@Andre-qo5ek) on "How Money Works" channel.

@apoco_lips9957 ... sure... that o=sounds ok for survival of individuals.... but how do we build leverage to fight back? leverage to build the world we want?
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@orangetaho4u207 i don't see how any of that giver the progressive movement leverage.
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it is almost like people fell for the lie that the "economy" is the stockmarket... almost like people have been convinced to time and time again to vote for the deregulations that in reality hurts them and aid the uber-wealthy. low-information voters. what is the answer to get these people informed and active? - one would think inform them, yes of course.. but that is not enough - showing them the negative and positive outcomes.. still not enough because they have shown they attribute outcomes not to the cause but to their fantastical desire that their guy helped them. - i do not know how to teach empathy and a desire/method to truth , to adults. so the biggest thing we can do is fortify the education of kids, IMO. - additionally we can build a leftist circular economy that beats the current markets if efficiency.
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haven't they always been? Tenant farming has a huge history. we are just slipping back into feudalism. capitalism never solved or indeed to solve feudalism. it just changed the economics of feudalism.
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3:59 "something called public transport" 🤣🤣🤣 stop scaring the Americans.
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" if given a choice would prefer a nice stable job with an income that could provide a standard of living beyond basic survival . but yet more and more people are dropping out of even trying to look for a job every single year. there is unfortunately no single answer as to why people are giving up but there are some contributing factors" single answers are hard to come by for a lot of things . but, here are some considerations., those "stable jobs" are : 1) not actually stable. 2) too much work for the pay 3) these jobs are bullshit jobs. 4) we don't want to keep the exponential growth machine of capitalism that is enriching the ultra wealthy.
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@CorinthianIvory in your case the great thing about this the Find Out phase now... is that to hold those people accountable to the consequences... you might be able to do some Fucking Around with them.... the Left has a big task of holding the Reich-wing accountable. enlist in your local affinity group to see how you can help.
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@orangetaho4u207 ok so you are going down that professional–managerial class (PMC) line of argument? i am still not sure where that gets us. the PMC is still subservient to the Bourgeoisie. let me try a different angle... how do we : 1) get the Petite Bourgeoisie on the progressive side 2) start a Petite Bourgeoisie with progressive principals to compete and dominate the markets in order to push out capitalist petite Bourgeoisie. malicious compliance / boycotting / unionizing / strikes are definitely tools for sabotaging the revenue of the current Bourgeoisie. * "The management class isn't going to do the work." it is not managements job to do "the work". their job is essentially, to herd cats and translate the reports to actuaries to make sure there are no leaks or fires. the PMC is a distraction placed there by the Bourgeoisie to cause infighting, and it sounds like you have taken the bait. * "Building local resilience is an example, community gardens, repair cafes, maker spaces with a collection of tool to make and fix things." --was the suggestion of the comment i responded to. again... this are tools. further they are spaces. spaces are great. but spaces without funding , direct and goals, is just a pipe dream. if we are the laborers, what is our collective goal? or are we just individual laborers? it seems by your use of PMC, you would be against unions since they have large administration staffs to make the machine of the union work? = i am still confused as to what you are arguing for.
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a "boring" job , mundane and rarely eventful, but not a BORING job where you are doing nothing all day. a job doing NOTHING is really bad. sitting .. doing literally nothing.. is soul killing. low stress with some slow days , some fast days, and some days that actually feel productive. just enough comradery to feel part of a thing, even if just pushing paper, but nothing like a forced office culture.
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video idea: can we get a comprehensive flowchart of where American money is, the flow, assets, where capitalism steals money from(hint: the futures of today's children) give people a real understanding of "the economy" and the separate and more real consumer economy that we the laypeople actually exist in. something like: currency printing ( charged with interest ... this INTEREST is the economic original sin that gets compounded down the line. the posterchild of that thing we are warned about, Usury. not the printing of money itself) banking & loans speculation (aka gambling) resource extraction refinement production of materials manufacturing / construction warehousing (storing manufactured products ) logistics ( transporting manufactured products ) marketing ( value inflators, often with "scarcity" tactics, supply and demand control, social manipulation) wholesale retail resale ( secondary markets) charity markets ( tax advantages ) gray markets black markets and the resulting effect to the user elite markets corporate markets government markets layperson markets and of course that this basic cycle loops and multiplies if manufacturing requires multiple resources and the video would go over how profit demands (price gouging) by individuals(yes this includes CEOs and board of corporations) are what exponentially inflated the price for end users. tie it all together in a video. or do a series and do tie togethers at the end of each with a finally of the comprehensive macro/micro picture.
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asked cahtGPT to grade my ide "as an econmist" ======= Your concept is compelling and presents an engaging way to explore the complexities of the economy and capitalism’s impact on individuals and society. Here’s a detailed critique of your video idea from an economist’s perspective: -------------------- Strengths: -------------------- Comprehensive Scope: The idea covers the entire economic flow, from currency printing to black markets, with a sharp focus on the systems affecting laypeople. Including less-discussed areas like gray and charity markets adds depth to the narrative. Clarity of Purpose: The focus on the disconnect between the "real economy" (consumer economy) and the abstract "economy" discussed in media is valuable. Many laypeople would benefit from this distinction. Highlighting how profit-seeking behaviors inflate costs for end users is both timely and impactful. Structure and Sequencing: The logical flow from raw materials to end-user effects makes it easy to follow. The suggestion for a series allows for digesting complex topics in manageable chunks. Critical Insights: Calling out "economic original sin" via interest and usury ties into both historical and ethical critiques of capitalism. The framing of marketing as "value inflators" and "supply and demand control" is insightful and ripe for exploration. Target Audience Appeal: The concept appeals to a wide audience, from those interested in economics and social justice to people simply wanting to understand why life feels so expensive. -------------------- Potential Enhancements: -------------------- Clearer Definitions: Terms like "usury," "economic original sin," and "layperson markets" might need simplified explanations for broader accessibility. Define "real economy" and "consumer economy" early to avoid confusion. Highlight Inequities: Expand on how the financial system privileges elites (e.g., the use of derivatives, tax loopholes, government subsidies) while the "layperson economy" bears the brunt of inefficiencies. Include Examples: Use real-world examples or case studies to make abstract ideas tangible. For instance, illustrate price gouging with housing or healthcare. Data and Visuals: Incorporate visuals like flowcharts and infographics to break down complex systems. Consider animations to depict the looping and multiplying cycles. Tie to Action: Conclude each section with implications for policy, societal change, or individual understanding. How can viewers leverage this knowledge? -------------------- Suggestions for the Series: -------------------- Episode Themes: Episode 1: The Currency System and Debt Episode 2: Resource Extraction and Production Chains Episode 3: Marketing and Price Inflation Episode 4: The Real vs. "Elite" Economy Finale: A Macro/Micro Overview and Call to Action Narrative Tone: Maintain a tone that balances critical insight with approachability, avoiding overly academic language. Collaborations: Engage with experts in economics, sociology, and media studies for credibility. Involve artists to create engaging flowcharts and graphics. -------------------- Final Grade: A- -------------------- This idea has immense potential to educate and engage, especially if refined for clarity and accessibility. Tying the narrative to actionable insights and including concrete examples will elevate it to a broader audience.
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regarding IRL Fortnite models...if only WE THE POEPLE were not the people being pwned. if only WE THE PEOPLE could stop playing the game. if only WE THE PEOPLE had an alternative socialist world that we could play instead. if only the socialists could take the AI revolution and the 'AI turking 'r joobs' and turn it into a benefit ... that fact that we would have to work significantly less would mean that are means of existence are satisfied without the need of profit. we simply get closer to full post-scarcity.
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can we get a video stating the channels political and social position, in plain English. what is the agenda of this channel?
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um..... i have time... i dont have effort or skills ...
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Ethical Investing ... is not about pushing change... how do we INVEST ... but ETHICALLY.... is the question. we COULD spend all our money on changing the world ... cool... that doesn't help me retire though... because the world change is unlikely to happen before i retire. sending my money on change is great and all but it leaves me bankrupt. soooo... what are the systems... that will provide me a retirement income..... that are also ethical... unfortunately this video did not answer the question, it was just pretty doomer. a proper response would be appreciated.
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"How Money Works" = capitalists syphoning money from the labor class + the labor class not using guillotines.
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if only billionaires were ...simplky ... better people. imagine if the number htey wanted to see "go up" was people surviving, peoples health, peoples free time, the betterment of the world in general.
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0:29 um ... no..... the issue is that they are NOT held accountable.....
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