Topic: Zimbabwe Notes

2 chapters across the catalog

Splashdown
Episode 1859 2:29:18 - 2:33:59

1859: Splashdown

Executive Producer Credits and Value for Value Support

Donors contributing $200 or more are recognized as Associate Executive Producers, while those giving $300 or more receive Executive Producer credits. Recent supporters include Dame Rita from Sparks, Nevada, and Sir Montauk, who humorously submitted a replica trillion-dollar bill. The hosts also acknowledged Angela Garcia for her donation of handcrafted miniatures and Archduke Kevin McLaughlin for his consistent support.

100 Billion Dollars!
Episode 56 21:31 - 24:59

56: 100 Billion Dollars!

Zimbabwe Hyperinflation and the 100 Billion Dollar Note

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe issued a 100 billion dollar note, a stark symbol of the country's extreme hyperinflation. The note, which features security watermarks and a December 31, 2008 expiration date, serves as a warning about the consequences of government-controlled printing presses. There is speculation that the U.S. dollar could eventually face similar devaluation issues.