Robbie looks at the "special token" system that was introduced - replacing the traditional Māori trade system - and what the rules are and how the government of New Zealand is involved. He goes head-to-head with comedian Eli Mathewson, talking about Sir Roger Douglas and Dame Marilyn Waring.Watch the video version of the episode hereBefore money was introduced to Aotearoa, everyone worked in their hapū to grow, work, and trade for what was needed in their community. The Brits arrived and introduced "special tokens" that were used at markets for trading goods and services - this is what we call money. In this episode, Robbie looks at this "special token" system, what the rules are, and how the government of New Zealand is involved.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

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