THE PRICE OF TRUTH

🎙️ UNCHARTED – EPISODE 3: THE PRICE OF TRUTH 

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN TELLING THE TRUTH COULD DESTROY EVERYTHING?

History has shown us that those who challenge the accepted narrative often pay the ultimate price. But in a world of misinformation, manipulation, and mass surveillance, how do we separate fact from fiction?

In this episode of UNCHARTED, we expose the hidden cost of truth—how it disrupts power, tests relationships, and forces us to confront uncomfortable realities.

What You’ll Learn:

The Martyrs of Truth – Why whistleblowers like Snowden, Assange, and Galileo were silenced.
When the Truth is More Dangerous Than Lies – The system isn’t built for transparency—so who decides what should be revealed?
St. Valentine’s Real Story – A priest who defied an empire… executed in the name of love.
Truth in Relationships – When does honesty heal, and when does it destroy everything?
Lies, Resentment & The Slow Erosion of Trust – The psychology behind why hiding the truth poisons your relationships and your body.
The Bitcoin Paradox – Satoshi Nakamoto created Bitcoin to challenge the financial system, but is Dr. Craig Wright really Satoshi, and if not—why is the system fighting so hard to silence him?
The "Chinese Whisper" Effect – How history distorts reality, and why consensus often decides what’s ‘true’—not facts.
The Cost of Truth is Measured by Risk – The bigger the threat a truth poses, the higher the price for revealing it.
If Love is Truth, What is the Price of Truth in Love? – Vulnerability, loss, and sometimes… heartbreak.
Dr. Gabor Maté’s Research – How suppressing truth manifests in physical illness, from stress to autoimmune disease.

Some truths shake empires. Others shatter relationships. The question is: Can you handle the price of knowing?

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Transcript

Welcome to UNCHARTED – the podcast that rips the map right out of your hands and forces you to think differently about money, crypto, psychology, and success.

I’m Lisa N Edwards – a crypto trader, investor, and entrepreneur with over 25 years in traditional markets. With 5 multi-million-dollar businesses under my belt, I’ve navigated bull runs, crashes, scams, pumps, and dumps, and I’m here to give you the brutal truth about building wealth in a world that never stops changing.

But that’s not all – before crypto, I lived in a world where money isn’t real… Hollywood. Well, the Australian version.

As a former talent agent and now a writer and film producer, I’ve seen firsthand how power, influence, and manipulation shape the way we think about success. The game is rigged – but only if you play by their rules.

In this show, we go deep into the psychology of money, expose how the system really works, and give you the tools to build your own wealth. And because life isn’t just about numbers, we’ll take a few detours into travel, luxury, and hacking the system to live on your terms.

So, if you’re ready to break free from financial lies, trading myths, and mindset traps keeping you broke – you’re in the right place.

What is truth? And at what cost? History has shown us that those who challenge the narrative often pay the ultimate price. But in an age of misinformation, manipulation, and mass surveillance, how do we separate fact from fiction?

Welcome back to Uncharted, where we dive into the hidden truths, the uncomfortable realities, and the stories that shake the foundation of what we believe to be true. I’m Lisa, and today, we’re exploring a topic that has shaped empires, toppled governments, and changed the course of history—”The Price of Truth."

From whistleblowers to revolutionaries to the everyday people who dared to question authority, one thing remains constant: telling the truth often has consequences.

WHO ARE SOME OF THE MARTYRS OF TRUTH

Throughout history, those who spoke out against power faced exile, imprisonment, or worse. Look at Galileo, who defied the Catholic Church by proving the Earth revolves around the Sun—Edward Snowden, who exposed global surveillance and became a fugitive. And let's not forget Julian Assange, locked in a battle between free press and state control.

The pattern is clear—the truth is dangerous. But why?

Because truth disrupts, it dismantles control. It challenges those in power. And in a world where narratives are carefully constructed, those who expose them become threats.

Take St. Valentine. Most know his name, but few know the real story. He wasn’t just a saint of love; he was a rebel priest. During the reign of Emperor Claudius II, he defied a law banning marriages for young soldiers, secretly performing weddings in the name of love and personal freedom. For this act of defiance, he was arrested and thrown into prison. According to legend, while imprisoned, Valentine befriended the jailer’s blind daughter and miraculously restored her sight. Before his execution, he left her a note signed 'From your Valentine,' which is believed to be the origin of the tradition. Ultimately, he was tortured and beheaded on February 14, 269 AD for his defiance against the emperor. His crime? Standing up for love against the will of an empire. Over time, his execution was romanticised into Valentine’s Day, but his real story was about sacrifice, defiance, and the cost of standing up for what you believe in.

WHEN TRUTH BECOMES MORE DANGEROUS THAN LIES

Sometimes, truth can be more harmful than silence, especially when the systems involved are deeply entrenched. Revealing uncomfortable truths can cause more damage than any benefit that comes from exposure. In these cases, silence or careful management of the truth can be seen as a form of responsible leadership, not cowardice.

We live in a world where public trust is fragile, and societies are already polarised. The wrong truth, at the wrong time, can:

Cause mass panic. Destabilise political systems. Destroy the social fabric.

While whistleblowing and transparency are often hailed as moral imperatives, the unintended consequences of exposing sensitive information can be disastrous—especially when those revelations disrupt or break down societal institutions without offering a feasible path forward.

But then, if truth must sometimes be managed… who decides what should and shouldn’t be revealed? Who controls the narrative of reality?

WHAT ABOUT THE COST OF TRUTH IN RELATIONSHIPS?

Truth isn’t just dangerous in politics or history—it’s just as risky in our personal lives, especially in relationships. We’re told honesty is the foundation of love, but what happens when telling the truth might destroy it?

Have you ever done something that could end a relationship? Maybe you crossed a boundary. Maybe you betrayed a trust. Maybe you made a decision in the moment, and now you have to decide—do you tell the truth and risk losing everything? Or do you bury it, hoping it never comes to light?

So, how do you face it? How do you confess something that might break the person you love? The key is ownership. No excuses. No shifting blame. Just raw, unfiltered truth. And then—accepting the consequences.

Because at the end of the day, real love can survive the truth. But it can’t survive a lie.

SO WHAT ARE THE LIES WE TELL AND WHY DO WE TELL THEM

Not all truths are created equal. Some can shake a relationship to its core, while others chip away at trust over time. So, what are the things we hide?Infidelity – The ultimate betrayal. Maybe it was a one-time mistake, or maybe it’s been happening for months. Either way, telling your partner could mean the end of everything. But living with the secret? It changes you. It forces you to lie, to cover your tracks, to pretend. And eventually, it all unravels.

Financial Dishonesty – Did you make a big purchase without telling your partner? Hide debt? Drain a savings account? Money is one of the leading causes of relationship breakdowns, and when financial dishonesty comes to light, it’s not just about the money—it’s about broken trust.

Breaking a Promise – Maybe you swore you’d quit smoking, cut back on drinking, or stick to a diet. Maybe you told your partner you’d never talk to your ex again. Then you slip up. Do you come clean and risk disappointment, or do you keep it to yourself, thinking it’s harmless?

Secret Eating (or other ‘small’ betrayals) – You’re both on a weight-loss journey together, committed to a goal. Then, late at night, you cave—you eat that extra burger, the whole pizza, the tub of ice cream. It seems small, but when honesty is part of your commitment, even the little things matter. It’s about more than food—it’s about self-control, discipline, and whether your word means anything.

Emotional Cheating – Maybe you didn’t physically cheat, but you’ve been messaging someone in a way that crosses a line. You tell yourself it’s harmless, but deep down, you know your partner wouldn’t see it that way. Emotional intimacy with someone else is just as dangerous as physical infidelity.

Hiding Your Feelings – Maybe you’re unhappy in the relationship, but you don’t say anything. You act like everything is fine because you don’t want to hurt your partner or have a difficult conversation. But silence can be just as damaging as a lie.

WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU DON’T TELL THE TRUTH?

The reality is truth has consequences. Just like whistleblowers risk exile or imprisonment, telling the truth in a relationship risks rejection, heartbreak, and sometimes, the end of what you built together. But actions have consequences, always.

But here’s the other side—what happens if you don’t tell the truth? Lies rot a relationship from the inside out. You might think you’re protecting your partner, but you’re really just protecting yourself. And the weight of deception? It grows. It changes you. Until one day, the truth comes out anyway, and the damage is even worse.

Every secret you keep becomes a test: Can you live with the weight of what you’ve done? Can you look your partner in the eye, knowing what you’re hiding? Can you truly love someone while keeping a part of yourself locked away?

HOW TO CONFESS WHEN THE TRUTH COULD BREAK EVERYTHING

So how do you face it? How do you confess something that might break the person you love? The key is ownership.

Be Honest Without Excuses – No shifting blame. No, “I was drunk.” No, “It just happened.” Take responsibility for your actions.

Accept the Consequences – Telling the truth doesn’t mean you get to control how the other person reacts. If they need space, give it to them. If they walk away, let them. You don’t get to demand forgiveness.

Show, Don’t Just Say, That You’re Sorry – Words are easy. Actions matter. If you say you’re sorry, prove it through changed behaviour.

Prepare for the Fallout – The truth might hurt. It might break trust. But if your relationship is real, if it’s built on something deeper than surface-level comfort, then honesty—even painful honesty—is the only way forward.

HOW LIES LEAD TO RESENTMENT

Resentment Towards Yourself

When you hide something, it doesn’t just sit still—it festers. The guilt can become unbearable, and over time, you start resenting yourself for what you did and for not having the courage to tell the truth. This self-loathing can manifest in destructive ways—pushing your partner away, self-sabotaging, or even acting out in frustration.

Resentment Towards Your Partner 

Ironically, the person who has been deceived often isn’t the first to feel resentment—the person keeping the secret is. You might start blaming your partner for why you had to lie in the first place. “If they were more understanding, I wouldn’t have to hide this.” “If they weren’t so strict about money, I wouldn’t have had to spend behind their back.” These rationalisations shift responsibility, making it easier to carry the lie—but deep down, the resentment is really about your own choices.

Resentment From Your Partner (Once They Find Out)

Once the truth comes out, your partner may feel like they never really knew you. They’ll replay conversations in their mind, questioning everything. Their trust in you will be shattered, and even if they want to forgive, they may struggle with the feeling of being deceived more than the actual offence itself. That’s where their resentment begins—resentment for the time they spent believing a lie, for the emotional labour they put into a relationship that wasn’t fully honest.

Even if the lie never comes to light, a wedge forms. You start pulling away, emotionally and physically. You stop making eye contact as much. The affection fades. Conversations feel forced. Why? Because deception creates emotional isolation, and isolation breeds resentment.

Truth and Resentment Are a Trade-Off

Tell the truth upfront? You risk pain and consequences, but you allow for healing and honesty to rebuild trust.

Hide the truth? You may maintain temporary peace, but over time, deception creates emotional distance, guilt, and a ticking time bomb of resentment that can destroy everything.

Resentment isn’t born from a single lie—it’s born from the walls built to keep that lie hidden.

TRUTH VS. POWER—THE BITCOIN PARALLEL

One of the most revolutionary acts of truth in recent history wasn’t spoken—it was coded. Satoshi Nakamoto created Bitcoin as a direct response to the lies of central banking and financial manipulation. A currency that can't be controlled, censored, or inflated away? That’s a threat to the system.

And just like those who spoke the truth in the past, the system has fought back. They attack it. Regulate it. Call it a bubble. But it survives. Because truth—real truth—always finds a way.

But here’s where things get even more interesting—because there’s one man who has spent years claiming to be the creator of Bitcoin, and yet, the system refuses to acknowledge him.

Dr. Craig S. Wright—The Man Who Claims to Be Satoshi Nakamoto and has spent years stating, with absolute certainty, that he is Satoshi Nakamoto. He has taken his claim to the courts, to the media, and to the industry itself. But why is his truth so fiercely rejected?

Exchanges refuse to list his version of Bitcoin, Bitcoin Satoshi Vision (BSV).
Major players dismiss him, sometimes without debate.
Every time he pushes his claim, the response isn’t just scepticism—it’s outright hostility.

But why?

If he were lying, wouldn’t it be easy enough to dismiss him completely? Wouldn’t the proof be black and white? Instead, we get legal battles, censorship, and a near-complete industry blackout of his work.

What’s more threatening: a fraudster claiming to be Satoshi or the real Satoshi saying things the system doesn’t want you to hear?

What If He’s Telling the Truth?

Consider this: if Craig Wright truly is Satoshi, then the entire narrative around Bitcoin will shift.

What if Bitcoin Core (BTC) isn’t the true Bitcoin but a manipulated version of Satoshi’s vision?

What if Bitcoin was never meant to be a store of value but a scalable, usable global payments network—exactly what BSV aims to be?

What if the biggest exchanges, the largest investors, and the centralised powerhouses that control the crypto industry don’t actually want the real Bitcoin to succeed?

And here’s the thing: History has always treated truth-tellers like liars. So, is he lying? 

Galileo was condemned for proving the Earth revolved around the Sun.
Nikola Tesla was ridiculed for innovations that would have disrupted entire industries.
Edward Snowden was exiled for exposing mass surveillance.

So, if Craig Wright was Satoshi Nakamoto, would the world even allow that truth to surface?

Or is the system too invested in keeping that truth buried?

Because here’s the real question: If Wright is a fraud, why does the system fight so hard to silence him instead of simply proving him wrong?

WHAT DOES IT COST TO KNOW THE TRUTH?

So here’s the real question: If the truth is dangerous, is ignorance safer?

In a world where reality is manipulated, do you want to see behind the curtain, even if it costs you everything?

Because the price of truth is high, but what is the price of deception? Even higher.

Dr. Gabor Maté, a renowned expert in trauma and mind-body health, has spent years researching how unspoken truths, suppressed emotions, and internalised stress manifest in the body. His work shows that when we deny reality—whether through self-deception or societal pressure—we don’t just suffer emotionally, we suffer physically.

The body doesn’t forget. It holds onto the toxicity of deception, stress, and unresolved trauma, converting it into chronic pain, autoimmune diseases, and even cancer. The very act of lying to ourselves or others forces the nervous system into a prolonged state of stress—an endless fight-or-flight cycle that wears us down over time.

But what about when someone does tell the truth—and no one believes them?

Resentment builds. The injustice of being unheard, dismissed, or even ridiculed creates a deep psychological wound. When someone repeatedly tells the truth but is met with scepticism, gaslighting, or outright denial, they start to feel like their reality itself is being erased.

This is where bitterness and emotional isolation take root. The frustration festers into resentment, and that resentment, over time, doesn’t just stay in the mind—it seeps into the body. Studies suggest that long-term resentment and emotional suppression can contribute to inflammatory diseases, heart conditions, and chronic stress disorders.

So, what happens when a person is forced to carry the burden of truth alone?

They either shut down, withdraw from relationships, and become numb to the world—or they fight louder, angrier until the system labels them "crazy" for refusing to let the truth die.

Because the price of deception isn’t just the loss of trust—it’s the slow, silent erosion of the body, mind, and soul.

Let’s look at the paradox of perception.

How do we know when the truth is a lie, and when a lie has become the truth?

First - The Truth Distorted Over Time

A truth, when repeated, twisted, and manipulated, can evolve into a widely accepted lie. History is full of these distortions:

Propaganda: Governments have rewritten history to favour their narratives.

Media Spin: The same event can be portrayed as righteous or evil, depending on who controls the story.

Social Conditioning: When a falsehood is told often enough, people accept it as reality ("The world is flat," "Smoking is healthy," "Bitcoin is a scam.").

At what point does the original truth become lost? When does belief override fact?

Think of this as the game of Chinese whispers - I think it is now called telephone - more politically correct—where a message starts as one thing but, through repetition, distortion, and personal interpretation, becomes something entirely different.

Here’s how it happens in real life:

 Distortion Through Retelling

A fact starts out simple and clear.  Each person who repeats it adds, omits, or alters details, either intentionally or unintentionally.  Over time, the final version is unrecognisable from the original truth.

Example:  Original truth: “Bitcoin is a decentralised peer-to-peer electronic cash system.”

Distorted over time: “Bitcoin is an investment asset.”

Further distortion: “Bitcoin is digital gold.”

Final version: “Bitcoin is a scam.”

The message morphs because people interpret and retell it through their own biases, experiences, or agendas.

The More People Who Believe It, The More It Becomes “True”

If an idea spreads widely enough, it no longer needs evidence to be accepted.

People assume it must be true because “everyone” says it is.

The original truth is buried beneath layers of misinformation, selective memory, and propaganda.

Example:

Galileo’s truth: The Earth revolves around the sun.

The false consensus at the time: The sun revolves around the Earth.

Result: Galileo was labelled a heretic and punished for telling the truth.

How Do You Stop the “Chinese Whisper” Effect?

Go back to original sources instead of relying on secondhand information.

Question narratives that seem too convenient or serve a hidden agenda.

Recognise when information is emotionally charged—fear, outrage, or hype often accompany distortions.

Stay sceptical of anything that is presented as absolute because truth is often nuanced and complex.

So, yes, much of what we believe today—whether in history, finance, politics, or relationships—has likely undergone a Chinese whisper transformation.

The real question is: Are you hearing the original message or just the version that survived?

But what about when Lies Become the Truth

Then, there’s the reverse: a lie that is repeated until it becomes reality. This happens when:

Enough people believe it—Consensus creates reality, even if it’s based on a falsehood.

Doubt is removed—If no one questions a lie, it becomes an accepted truth.

The lie becomes useful—When a falsehood benefits those in power, it is protected, reinforced, and normalised (“The economy is fine,” “This war is necessary,” “You need us to save you.”).

How Do You Tell the Difference?

Test for Contradictions – Does the "truth" hold up under scrutiny, or does it require mental gymnastics to defend?

Who Benefits? – If a “truth” seems to benefit a select few, question it disproportionately.

Look at the Outliers – What do those who challenge the narrative have to say? If they are silenced rather than debated, there’s something to uncover.

Gut Instinct vs. Proof – Feeling something is true doesn’t make it so. Likewise, just because something is “official” doesn’t mean it’s reality. Look for undeniable proof over personal bias.

When the Truth Becomes a Lie (and Vice Versa)

The real danger is when people stop questioning entirely. When “truth” becomes whatever is most convenient to believe.

Because the truth isn’t just something we find—it’s something we fight to protect.

I want just to rewind a bit to this thought: “Enough people believe it - it becomes the truth” The price of truth is often determined by numbers—because in society, truth isn’t always about facts, it’s about consensus.

If one person tells the truth but it contradicts the widely accepted narrative, they are more likely to be dismissed, labelled as crazy, or outright ignored. But if 30 people say the same thing, it gains credibility—not necessarily because it’s more true, but because people trust what the majority believes.

Why Do Numbers Influence Truth?

Social Proof & Herd Mentality – People assume that if a large group believes something, it must be correct. This is why propaganda, media, and controlled narratives are so powerful.

Fear of Isolation – The lone truth-teller is often attacked or ostracised. But when a movement forms around an idea, it becomes safer to believe.

Power Structures Decide What’s “True” – Those in power (whether governments, corporations, or media) control the dominant narrative. If a single person challenges them, they can easily be silenced. But if enough voices rise, it becomes harder to suppress.

Examples of This in Action

Bitcoin & Decentralization – When only a few people believed in Bitcoin, it was dismissed as nonsense. Now that institutions and millions of investors back it, it’s recognised as a legitimate financial revolution.

Whistleblowers vs. the Establishment – When a single person exposes corruption, they’re often discredited or silenced (e.g., Julian Assange, Edward Snowden). But if thousands of people amplify the message, it’s harder to suppress.

Science & Paradigm Shifts – Galileo’s claim that the Earth revolved around the sun was rejected because he was alone. Now, it’s unquestionable truth—but only because enough people eventually embraced it.

So, Is Truth Just a Numbers Game?

Not always—but in a world where perception shapes reality, numbers influence what people accept as true. This is why falsehoods can thrive if they have enough believers and why some truths take decades (or longer) to be accepted.

The real danger? The first person to tell the truth often pays the highest price.

The price of truth is directly proportional to what’s at stake—the more disruptive a truth is, the higher its cost.

Why Does the Price of Truth Increase with Risk?

The Greater the Truth, the Greater the Threat

If a truth challenges power, control, or deeply held beliefs, the pushback is more severe.

Small truths (e.g., “I ate the last cookie”) may cause minor conflict, but truths that expose corruption, deception, or manipulation threaten entire systems—governments, corporations, financial institutions, and even personal relationships.

The Cost of Exposing the Truth

Some truths come with personal loss—reputation, relationships, financial stability, or even freedom.

Think about whistleblowers like Edward Snowden or Julian Assange. Their truth-telling cost them their normal lives, and they became exiled and hunted.

In relationships, confessing to infidelity, financial dishonesty, or hidden betrayals can destroy trust permanently.

The More That’s Invested in the Lie, the Harder the Truth is to Accept

If an individual, an institution, or an entire society has built its foundation on a falsehood, they will resist the truth at all costs.

Example: Central banks vs. Bitcoin—Traditional financial institutions have spent centuries controlling money, so the idea of an uncensorable, decentralised currency is a direct threat. The more invested they are in fiat, the harder they fight against Bitcoin’s legitimacy.

Truth vs. Comfort

The more comfortable a lie is, the more people will fight to preserve it.

The uglier a truth is, the more people will deny, suppress, or attack those who bring it to light.

So What Determines the “Price” of a Truth?

Who it threatens (Individuals? Corporations? Governments?)

What does it disrupt (Personal stability, economic systems, religious beliefs)?

How much has been invested in the lie (Is it a slight misconception or an entire societal structure?)

Whether people are ready to accept it (Timing matters—sometimes, the truth is ahead of its time.)

Truth as a Currency itself has value, but its cost is measured by risk, resistance, and sacrifice. The most valuable truths—those that expose the deepest deceptions—carry the highest price. The question is: Who is willing to pay it?

And Back to love before I close out…

If love in its purest form is truth, then the price of truth in love is vulnerability, loss, and sometimes, heartbreak.

Love and truth are inseparable—because real love requires truth to survive. But truth in love isn’t always easy, and the greater the love, the higher the cost of truth.

The Price of Truth in Love: Vulnerability

To truly love someone, you must be seen as you are—without masks, without lies, without pretending to be something you’re not.

That means revealing your deepest fears, flaws, and insecurities, knowing that the other person could reject you.

Truth in love demands honesty, but honesty means opening yourself to potential pain.

Cost: You risk being hurt, rejected, or abandoned when you reveal your whole truth to someone.

 The Price of Truth in Love: Accountability

Love isn’t just passion—it’s commitment, responsibility, and showing up when it’s hard.

If you truly love someone, you have to hold yourself accountable for your actions, admit when you’ve messed up, and take responsibility for how you affect them.

Many people run from love because they don’t want to face themselves in the mirror of truth that love provides.

Cost: You have to be willing to grow, to own your mistakes, and to do the hard work of becoming better for someone you love.

The Price of Truth in Love: Letting Go

Sometimes, love means telling a truth that could end a relationship.

The hardest truths are the ones that force us to choose between keeping someone and being honest.

Telling your partner you don’t love them anymore.

Admitting you’ve betrayed their trust.

Realising they are not capable of loving you the way you need to be loved.

Many people hold onto comfortable lies instead of facing the truth that a relationship has run its course.

Cost: The price of truth in love can sometimes be letting go of someone you love because the truth won’t allow you to stay.

The Price of Truth in Love: Facing Uncomfortable Realities

Love isn’t always soft—it forces us to see things we’d rather ignore.

Are we really happy, or just attached?

Are we in love, or are we afraid of being alone?

Is this love healthy, or is it breaking us?

The hardest truth to face is when love has become a lie we tell ourselves to avoid pain.

Cost: The willingness to see love for what it is—not what we wish it to be.

Final Thought: Is Love Worth the Price of Truth?

If love is truth, then love can only survive where truth is allowed to exist.

A love built on lies will crumble. A love that hides the truth is a love in denial. A love that embraces truth—no matter how painful—has the power to transform.

So, is the price of truth in love worth it?

Only if you’re ready for a love that is real.

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