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Foreigners trying to create new country outside Tonga
20:15 - 27:22 (07:07)
Foreigners are trying to create a new country on land adjacent to Tonga that is patrolled by their naval vessels while cryptocurrency's value ironically rises despite the fact that money holds little meaning.
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Foreigners have created what appears to be a new country on land that is patrolled by their naval vessels near Tonga, leading to concerns about their intentions.
20:15 - 22:51 (02:35)
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Foreigners have created what appears to be a new country on land that is patrolled by their naval vessels near Tonga, leading to concerns about their intentions. The potential for tax evasion and the attraction of wealthy residents has led to speculation about the success of the endeavor.
ChapterForeigners trying to create new country outside Tonga
EpisodePart One: The Not-At-All-Sad History of Libertarian Sea Nations
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The hosts discuss the recent volcanic eruption in Tonga and the response from the international community, including discussions on cryptocurrency and the absurdity of dropping supplies on a uninhabited island.
22:51 - 25:16 (02:25)
Summary
The hosts discuss the recent volcanic eruption in Tonga and the response from the international community, including discussions on cryptocurrency and the absurdity of dropping supplies on a uninhabited island.
ChapterForeigners trying to create new country outside Tonga
EpisodePart One: The Not-At-All-Sad History of Libertarian Sea Nations
PodcastBehind the Bastards
In 1971, a millionaire named Michael Oliver attempted to establish a micronation called the Republic of Minerva on a man-made platform in the Pacific Ocean.
25:16 - 26:19 (01:03)
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In 1971, a millionaire named Michael Oliver attempted to establish a micronation called the Republic of Minerva on a man-made platform in the Pacific Ocean. After the Tongan government, claiming sovereignty over the area, invaded the platform, Oliver began selling "Minerva dollars" as souvenirs, marketed as "the world's most unusual new country inspiration for the most unique metal coin ever minted."
ChapterForeigners trying to create new country outside Tonga
EpisodePart One: The Not-At-All-Sad History of Libertarian Sea Nations
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Join the hosts as they discuss the failed Republic of Minerva and other failed grifts that have taken place in history and the value they hold as collectors' items.
26:19 - 27:22 (01:02)
Summary
Join the hosts as they discuss the failed Republic of Minerva and other failed grifts that have taken place in history and the value they hold as collectors' items.