<p>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.</p><p><a href="https://youtu.be/1NFRN-Fd-Qc?si=L_T4Fzoos615vrkN">Watch the video version of the episode here</a></p><p>Before 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 &quot;special tokens&quot; that were used at markets for trading goods and services - this is what we call money. In this episode, Robbie looks at this &quot;special token&quot; system, what the rules are, and how the government of New Zealand is involved.</p><p><a href="https://www.rnz.co.nz/podcast/the-citizens-handbook?share=elf_audio_2018739437">Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details</a></p>