Summary of The Rise of Man through the Dark and Steel Ages | The Saylor Series | Episode 2 (WiM002)

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In this video, the rise of man through the dark and steel ages is explained. The Roman Empire is highlighted as a sophisticated society that mastered energy networks, logistics, political processes, and advanced tools. However, by the age of the Antonines around 180 AD, life expectancy decreased to 72 years, and the average Roman was far behind the Chinese in terms of technology.

00:00:00 In this episode of the Sailor series, Robert Breedlove covers the rise and fall of man through the Dark and Steel Ages. He explains how missing one key step along the path of civilization can cause us to regress. He also covers how humanity re-emerge from the Dark Ages into the Industrial Age and the Steel Age, and how the benefits offered by standardization and protocols similar to the ones discussed in ancient Roman times earlier accretes to civilization. Finally, he discusses how bitcoin is an engineering breakthrough that is able to store the energetic life force that money represents.
00:05:00 In this video, the rise of man through the dark and steel ages is explained. The Roman Empire is highlighted as a sophisticated society that mastered energy networks, logistics, political processes, and advanced tools. However, by the age of the Antonines around 180 AD, life expectancy decreased to 72 years, and the average Roman was far behind the Chinese in terms of technology. Gutenberg's invention of the printing press in 1453 AD didn't happen until after centuries of missed opportunities by the Romans.
00:10:00 The video discusses how civilizations can regress if they forget important learnings from the past. It goes on to talk about how the Romans were able to stay successful because they were constantly fighting and challenging each other. When civilizations try to insulate themselves from the stressors of the world, they eventually lose their edge.
00:15:00 The video focuses on how the rise of cities and empires is related to the trade of goods and the generation of revenue. It explains how the central nodes of these empires - like Rome and Venice - generated a great deal of wealth for their inhabitants by exploiting the resources of other regions. When these empires lose their power, the cities and their inhabitants suffer as a result. The video also discusses how the invention of the sailboat made trade between different regions much easier, and how this eventually led to the development of piracy.
00:20:00 In the second episode of "The Saylor Series," the rise and fall of the Roman Empire is discussed. The main points are that because two people can't control the same amount of wealth, the Romans conquered the Carthaginians, and Venetians rise to take their place. Eventually, the Venetians lose control of the church and the empire falls, due to their inability to maintain massive, expensive buildings. This ties in to the idea that empires rely on a controlling financial institution, as well as having a controlling religion.
00:25:00 The video discusses how the rise of man through the dark and steel ages was due in part to the development of shipping networks and container ships. This led to the power of some countries shifting away from others.
00:30:00 This video discusses the rise of man through the dark and steel ages and how advancements in standardization and technology helped facilitate this. It discusses how, in traditional empires, security is one of the main exports and how bitcoin provides security through its encrypted energy field. While it is not yet perfect, bitcoin may one day provide the same level of security as traditional empires.
00:35:00 This video discusses how railroads became instrumental in the movement of armies and the economy, and how they helped drive political power. It also explains how, once the railroad arrived, armies with explosives and gatling guns showed up to devastate anyone who was unprepared.
00:40:00 John D. Rockefeller developed an efficient energy network that helped to reduce market volatility and improve the human condition.
00:45:00 The video discusses the importance of brand in the history of technology, specifically in the rise of man through the dark and steel ages. It goes on to discuss the invention of refrigerators, which allowed for longer shelf life for food, and the creation of Robert Post's food energy company. The video concludes with a discussion of the importance of computer programming, and how it has evolved over the years.
00:50:00 In this video, the rise of man is described through the lens of technology and business. Technology has enabled us to improve our productivity, and businesses of all types are now technology companies. Growth stocks, by definition, are technology companies. A non-technology company cannot grow without financial engineering, such as acquisitions, and a concession from a regulator. Innovation in marketing can be helpful, but without a technology breakthrough, it is not the only path to success.
00:55:00 The video discusses Andrew Mellon's empire, which was based largely on the production of steel and aluminum. The two materials were essential for the development of modern cities and industries, and their use created a number of dangers and challenges.

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The video discusses how man has progressed through different ages, with particular focus on the rise and fall of the Roman Empire. It highlights how one key mistake can cause a slide back into earlier ages, and how it is important to be aware of the potential consequences of our actions. Finally, the video points to how the present day is the "information age," and discusses the importance of remaining open to new ideas.

01:00:00 This video covers the rise of man through the dark and steel ages, discussing how steel was the perfect material for aviation, but it was too heavy. This led to the development of aluminum, which was 20 times more expensive than steel, but it flew better and was more stable. Another consequence of the steel age was the railroad, which was the energy network for moving oil and other cargo. The airplanes were another energy network for moving people and information. Along with the food networks, these networks led to the large corporations and opportunities for wealth creation in the 20th century.
01:05:00 The video discusses how man has progressed through different ages, with particular focus on the rise and fall of the Roman Empire. It highlights how one key mistake can cause a slide back into earlier ages, and how it is important to be aware of the potential consequences of our actions. Finally, the video points to how the present day is the "information age," and discusses the importance of remaining open to new ideas.
01:10:00 In this video, the rise and fall of civilizations is discussed. Sailors points out that, in order to stay afloat, societies must rely on innovations such as the wheel, train, and boat. However, these innovations can often be hidden, and it is the job of gatekeepers (government or religious figures) to extract value from those who do business in their territory. This, in turn, leads to the establishment of monopolies and, as a result, the enrichment of those in power. The separation of church and state is one key factor in the development of secular society.
01:15:00 In this video, sailor describes how Bitcoin provides a secure and anonymous way to store one's life force and wealth. He also points out that this is the first time in history that this has been possible.
01:20:00 In this video, the history of man and the rise of civilization through the dark and steel ages is discussed. The video also discusses how oil was key in this rise, and how Rockefeller captured the entire value chain.
01:25:00 This video provides an overview of how a monopolistic business model can help to standardize an industry, mute volatility, and create standards that are open to free market competition. The video also discusses how the invention of the automobile and the development of cities were enabled by this model.
01:30:00 This video discusses the rise of man and the technological advancements that allowed for larger populations and more food storage. It also compares consumer packaged goods (such as food factories) to bitcoin, which is seen as a hyper sanitized ledger that is 100 open and transparent to everyone.
01:35:00 The video discusses how two raw material breakthroughs, steel and aviation,supported a highercivilizational advance. Andrew Carnegie and Sailor demonstrated the usefulness of steel in civil engineering and aviation, respectively. In aviation, overcoming the friction of free exchange was essential for widespread adoption.
01:40:00 In this video, the Saylor series discusses the rise of man through the dark and steel ages, highlighting the importance of technology and its impact on human progress. The video also discusses the conquest of infectious diseases and the role of technology in increasing life expectancy.