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The Bad Crypto Podcast

Joel Comm and Travis Wrightbadcryptopodcast.com
Technologists and crypto-enthusiasts Joel Comm and Travis Wright attempt to demystify the world of bitcoin, blockchain, litecoin, ethereum, alt-coins, token generation events, and ICOs in this podcast for cryptocurrency newbies.
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Episodes

Biggest Cryptocurrency Mistakes

What’s the difference between an IPO and an ICO? Is the Trump White House friendly to blockchain tech? And what are the biggest mistakes people make when investing in coin and tokens? You’ve got questions. We’ve got answers. Although they aren’t necessarily right, because “we are NOT financial advisors!” But we are good at counting, and according to our abacus this would be episode #33 of The Bad Crypto Podcast. WELCOME TO EPISODE 33! Full Show Notes at: http://badco.in/033 SUBSCRIBE, RATE, &amp...

Oct 06, 201737 minSeason 1Ep. 33

Cryptocurrency Definitions and Stuff

Another celebrity has entered the ICO endorsement field. Major key. This time it’s Snapchat star, DJ Khaled. What is a BADCOIN worth? And Travis and Joel open the Bad Crypto Lexicon of Crypto-terminology so you know what all these crazy words mean. Got FOMO or FUD? No worries, we’ll sort it out as we’re mooning our way to lambos on episode #32 of The Bad Crypto Podcast. SHOW NOTES: http://badco.in/032 SUBSCRIBE, RATE, & REVIEW: iTunes: http://badco.in/itunes Stitcher: http://badco.in/stitche...

Oct 04, 201742 minSeason 1Ep. 32

Holy Schiff! The Bitcoin Naysayers and Bad Cryptober

Bad Cryptober has arrived! We celebrate by building the Bad Crypto Street Team where you can get a piece of one BILLION tokens being made available for your benevolent hosts. How many fractional bitcoins make a whole bitcoin? We caught up with GoldMoney.com owner Peter Schiff, who says Bitcoin is a bubble and bound to become worthless. Bitcoin and Billions and Bubbles, oh my! Lock and load for episode #31 of The Bad Crypto Podcast. Complete show notes and links are on our website at: http://badc...

Oct 02, 201747 minSeason 1Ep. 31

How to Get Paid in Bitcoin

What’s the best way to store your bitcoin? We’ve got 12 different methods you can use to secure your digital currency. What if you want to sell your stuff and accept Bitcoin as payment. We can tell you how to make it happen. And how can you become a millionaire and never pay taxes? Well, we can’t help you with that… sorry. But we can report the latest crypto news and make complete fools of ourselves. That’s what you get when you tune into episode #30 of The Bad Crypto Podcast. Complete show note...

Sep 29, 201741 minSeason 1Ep. 30

Where to Spend Your Bitcoin

So now you’ve got Bitcoin. What can you do with it? In this episode we’ll discuss places you can shop and things you can buy with your coin. Want to know how coin market cap is calculated? Yeah, we’ve got that. And Bitcoin has reached $7200… in Zimbabwe. These stories, and instructions on how you can get free BADCOIN, in episode #29 of The Bad Crypto Podcast. Complete show notes and links are on our website at: http://badco.in/029 GET STARTED WITH CRYPTO WITH $10 FREE BITCOIN: Joel and Travis bo...

Sep 26, 201740 minSeason 1Ep. 29

A Bad Crypto Parody: Bitcoin Buy Buy Buy

Welcome to the Bad Crypto Podcast! If this is your first encounter with us, you might be wondering the what the heck this is! To celebrate our 250,000 download, we decided to do a parody song that is really bad. We hope it doesn't put you off too much. In fact, it may make you smile. Just don't admit it to anyone. We never thought anyone would have to apologize to N'Sync. I guess we're the first. We're sorry... not sorry. Complete lyrics and links are on our website at: http://badco.in/buybuybuy...

Sep 25, 20173 min

Roger Ver, Bitcoin Jesus, meets The Bad Crypto Podcast

We’re back from Nexus Earth in Aspen, Colorado and we are infused with blockchain superpowers! In this episode, you’ll discover some of what we are bringing back for you, including a series of interviews with some of the biggest movers and shakers in Crypto, beginning with Bitcoin legend, Roger Ver. We’ll crack the code on Atomic swaps. And we’re opening a private mastermind for Bad Crypto fans. It’s the 28th episode of The Bad Crypto Podcast, and it begins… now. Complete show notes and links ar...

Sep 24, 201742 minSeason 1Ep. 28

The Origin Story of Joel, Travis and Bad Crypto

We're on the road to the Nexus Earth conference in Aspen, and you are invited to join us! In this special episode, we pull back the kimono and reveal our origin stories. Discover the career trajectories of Joel and Travis, and find out how they met. It's episode #27 and we're road tripping! Complete show notes and links are on our website at: http://badco.in/027 GET STARTED WITH CRYPTO WITH $10 FREE BITCOIN: Joel and Travis both use Coinbase, the most popular cryptocurrency exchange. If you deci...

Sep 23, 201756 minSeason 1Ep. 27

Buying Concert Tickets with Crypto

Jamie Dimon, CEO of JP Morgan says Bitcoin is a fraud, and is summarily called out by his own people. What’s the deal with China? And if you’ve ever bought concert tickets, you know that scalpers and ridiculous fees often get in the way of a great experience. We’ll talk with the CEO of one company that intends to disrupt the ticket game. It’s all kinds of sleep-deprived crypto fun on episode #26 of The Bad Crypto Podcast. Complete show notes and links are on our website at: http://badco.in/026 G...

Sep 20, 201746 minSeason 1Ep. 26

How the World is Reacting to Cryptocurrency.

Do you have to pay taxes on your cryptocurrency gains? How are world governments responding to bitcoin and crypto, especially with big news surrounding China’s questionable crypto-future. And we’re pleased to entertain you with a new crypto rap song submitted by one of our listeners. The blockchain blockheads are in the house and we’re about to get jiggy with it Here comes episode #25 of The Bad Crypto Podcast. Word to your momma. Complete show notes and links are on our website at: http://badco...

Sep 18, 201738 minSeason 1Ep. 25

Cash, Charge, or Crypto?

Did you know you can spend your bitcoin on a debit card? It’s true. But what does it matter if the markets are bleeding red? Stay cool, my friends, we’ve got this. In fact, we’re going to a conference in Colorado and will be reporting back on what you need to know. In fact, today we welcome a special guest to tell you all about it. So much variety. So much information. So much silliness. It’s episode #24 of The Bad Crypto Podcast. Complete show notes and links are on our website at: http://badco...

Sep 16, 201739 minSeason 1Ep. 24

Down the Crypto Rabbit Hole

Joel goes out of town, so Travis chats with Michael O'Neal, a crypto noob and host of the Solopreneur Hour podcast. In this episode, Travis and Michael go down the rabbit hole to discuss how they got started in crypto, some of their tips, and Michael asks a few questions that anyone new to the space would like answers to. All this and more on episode 22 of the Bad Crypto Podcast. Complete show notes and links are on our website at: http://badco.in/022 GET STARTED WITH CRYPTO WITH $10 FREE BITCOI...

Sep 10, 201747 minSeason 1Ep. 23

Tokenize Your Stuff with LAToken

Why are there only 21 million bitcoin? How is blockchain infiltrating everyday stuff we do? And is it possible to tokenize liquid assets like real estate and art? I mean, is it possible to own a piece of the Mona Lisa? We chat with the CEO of LAToken. Let’s find out together as we explore the crypto world on episode #21 of The Bad Crypto Podcast. Complete show notes and links are available at: http://badco.in/021 GET STARTED WITH CRYPTO WITH $10 FREE BITCOIN: Joel and Travis both use Coinbase, t...

Sep 08, 201746 minSeason 1Ep. 21

Much Doge. Very Podcast. Wow!

Such Dogecoin! Very podcast. Much history. Amaze! What? Crack the code on the web’s friendliest cryptocurrency, the Dogecoin. Who let the doge out? We did, in episode #20 of The Bad Crypto Podcast. Much feels. Excite! Complete show notes and links are on our website at: http://badco.in/020 GET STARTED WITH CRYPTO WITH $10 FREE BITCOIN: Joel and Travis both use Coinbase, the most popular cryptocurrency exchange. If you decide to buy some crypto on Coinbase, you get $10 of free BTC , when you inve...

Sep 06, 201736 minSeason 1Ep. 20

Breaking News! China Causes Crypto Crash!

The market is so red? Why the bloodbath? Joel and Travis create a special episode to cover the news out of China that they are banning ICOs temporarily. What's going to happen with it all? Hard to say, but tune in and Joel and Travis try to make sense of it on a Bad Crypto Breaking News Extra. For complete show notes and links, go to: http://badco.in/019 GET STARTED WITH CRYPTO WITH $10 FREE BITCOIN: Joel and Travis both use Coinbase, the most popular cryptocurrency exchange. If you decide to bu...

Sep 04, 201714 min

Etherparty and I'll Buy if I Want To

What's the best way to protect your crypto-investments? And what trends are happening in the world of blockchain? These stories plus a visit with Kevin Hobbs, CEO of a new crypto-company, Etherparty.io. Join Travis and Joel for episode #19 of The Bad Crypto Podcast. For complete show notes and links, go to: http://badco.in/019 GET STARTED WITH CRYPTO WITH $10 FREE BITCOIN: Joel and Travis both use Coinbase, the most popular cryptocurrency exchange. If you decide to buy some crypto on Coinbase, y...

Sep 01, 201743 minSeason 1Ep. 19

Altcoins and Tokens and Law, Oh My!

Things get a little out of hand and Joel and Travis derail in their discussion about the SEC, regulation and cryptocurrency. They explore the difference between altcoins and tokens, as well as answer key questions surrounding the mining of coins. Join us for all the shenanigans in episode #18 of The Bad Crypto Podcast! Complete show notes and links are available at: http://badco.in/018 GET STARTED WITH CRYPTO WITH $10 FREE BITCOIN: Joel and Travis both use Coinbase, the most popular cryptocurren...

Sep 01, 201737 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Crypto Cagematch: Joel vs. Travis

It’s not Halloween, but in some regions of the world, It’s Ghost Month. What does that have to do with crypto? A guy gets stopped by TSA for carrying Bitcoin in his backpack. And Travis & I each drop $100 on an alt-coin of our choice in a friendly competition. May the best investor win, and may your crypto-IQ increase from listening to episode #17 of The Bad Crypto Podcast. For complete show notes and links go to: http://www.badco.in/017 GET STARTED WITH CRYPTO WITH $10 FREE BITCOIN: Joel an...

Aug 31, 201742 minSeason 1Ep. 17

Wolk Like an Egyptian

Joel got a shiny, physical bitcoin in the mail. What’s the deal with transaction times? And the boys have a special ICO Spotlight visit with Sourabh Niyogi, CEO of Wolk.com. It’s like the Donnie & Marie Variety Show, but without talent,, and sparkly white teeth. Welcome to episode #16 of The Bad Crypto Podcast! For complete show notes and links go to: http://www.badco.in/016 GET STARTED WITH CRYPTO WITH $10 FREE BITCOIN: Joel and Travis both use Coinbase, the most popular cryptocurrency exch...

Aug 28, 201746 minSeason 1Ep. 16

Bitcoin is Dead

The sky is falling! Bitcoin is dead! And yet, one analyst has predicted that cryptocurrency will become a 2 trillion dollar asset class within a decade. What's the truth? Find out in episode #15 of The Bad Crypto Podcast. Complete show notes and links are on our website at: http://badco.in/015 P.S. - we know there is a weird popping sound that happens sporadically within this episode. We don't know why but hope to figure it out before recording again. Sorry! What did you expect from a BAD crypto...

Aug 25, 201737 minSeason 1Ep. 15

How to Avoid Crypto Scams

There are many stories in the news about people experiencing crypto-theft. Millions of dollars are being siphoned from people. So how can you be aware of the scams? Episode #14 covers a number of ways that thieves attempt to steal your coins. We also cover a bevy of crypto questions, and Clem and Django check in to bring you the latest news. Oh, and you can get 100,000 MORE Badcoin just for subscribing and reviewing this show! For more details on this and more, see the complete show notes at: ht...

Aug 24, 201737 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Altcoins and the Problems they Solve

Altcoins aren't a political movement, but the tokens can be used to accomplish a great many things! And just how much does the general public know about Bitcoin? A state-of-the-market update, questions from listeners and another Stellar Lumens giveaway beckon you to Episode #13 of The Bad Crypto Podcast! See the complete show notes at: http://badco.in/013 GET STARTED WITH CRYPTO WITH $10 FREE BITCOIN: Joel and Travis both use Coinbase, the most popular cryptocurrency exchange. If you decide to b...

Aug 22, 201740 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Tracking and Securing Your Cryptocurrency

In episode #12, Joel and Travis provide tips for tracking the value of your coins as well as how you can safely store your coin in a paper wallet. After covering the explosion of Bitcoin Cash and an ICO that left some fans with a bad taste, they unveil the release of BADCOIN. All listeners may request 50,000 BADCOIN visit a Bitshares Wallet. For instructions on how to open a Bitshares Wallet and claim 50,000 FREE BADCOIN, read the show notes at: http://badco.in/012 GET STARTED WITH CRYPTO WITH $...

Aug 19, 201736 minSeason 1Ep. 12

ICO: Getting in on the Ground Floor

ICO's, the SEC cracking down on BTC and WTF? On today's episode of The Bad Crpyto Podcast, Joel & Travis talk about initial coin offerings, the crypto world's way of crowdfunding new ventures. We also get into the Securities Exchange Commission's statement on ICOs and what it means to investors. Tune in and be sure to share and review us! GET STARTED WITH CRYPTO WITH $10 FREE BITCOIN: Joel and Travis both use Coinbase, the most popular cryptocurrency exchange. If you decide to buy some crypt...

Aug 16, 201737 minSeason 1Ep. 11

It's a Stellar Day!

What is an Alt-Coin? Today, the guys drop some knowledge by inviting the CTO and co-founder of Stellar.org to the show. Jed McCaleb shares what the Stellar Foundation does and how their Lumens cryptocurrency solves a major problem related to payments. And it gets better.. Stellar has provided The Bad Crypto Podcast with 400 sets of Lumens to give away to our listeners. In this episode, we'll tell you how you can get one of the first one-hundred sets of this cryptocurrency. (We'll be giving away ...

Aug 14, 201741 minSeason 1Ep. 10

What is Ethereum? Smart Contracts are the Future!

It's the second most valuable cryptocurrency in the world, so what exactly is Ethereum? Joel and Travis touch the tip of the iceberg and make Ethereum easy to understand. In the news, Bitcoin has hit $4000 and China's version of Ethereum, NEO, has hit $50. All this and Joel's trip to his first crypto-conference in San Francisco on this episode of The Bad Crypto Podcast! For complete show notes go to: http://badcryptopodcast.com GET STARTED WITH CRYPTO WITH $10 FREE BITCOIN: Joel and Travis both ...

Aug 13, 201742 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Litecoin to the Moon?

Is Litecoin the silver to Bitcoin's gold? We talk about this in the next episode of The Bad Crypto Podcast. With LTC already successfully implementing segwit, lightning on the way, atomic swaps, and more stores accepting Litecoin... the future looks bright for Litecoin. For complete show notes go to: http://badcryptopodcast.com/2017/08/10/litecoin-to-the-moon/ GET STARTED WITH CRYPTO WITH $10 FREE BITCOIN: Joel and Travis both use Coinbase, the most popular cryptocurrency exchange. If you decide...

Aug 10, 201739 minSeason 1Ep. 8

What's in Your Crypto Wallet?

To be fully secure in the bitcoin world, you must understand cryptocurrency wallets! In this episode, Joel and Travis break down the five different types of crypto wallets. They also break down the original Bitcoin whitepaper from Satoshi Nakamoto, and it makes everyone’s eyes glaze over, as Travis reads the money-ifesto. But you need to know these things! We also discuss the current bull run of Bitcoin as it knocks on the door of $3500 dollars, we chat about NEO/Antshares and Ethereum a bit, as...

Aug 08, 201740 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Bitcoin Bull Run and How to Use Exchanges

“The Bulls are back in town. (Bulls are back in town)” Look at the crypto charts today! They are going to the moon! Bitcoin at an all-time high. It looks as if the dust is beginning to settle from the August 1st bitcoin fork. In this episode of the Bad Crypto Podcast, Joel and Travis discuss the Bitcoin bull run, sending coins through currency exchanges, we briefly discuss crypto wallets, and we even have a Bad Crypto Bonus Footage for you over on YouTube, as we interview Michael Taggart and he ...

Aug 05, 201741 minSeason 1Ep. 6

The Bitpocalypse: Is Bitcoin Cash the End of the Crypto World?

"It’s the end of bitcoin as we know it, and I feel fine! (LEONARD BERNSTEIN!)" What is Bitcoin Cash and why did the bitcoin blockchain split into two ledgers? What does it mean? Joel and Travis tackle this challenging question in episode 005 of The Bad Crypto Podcast. After years of arguing on the future of Bitcoin’s software should evolve in response to the digital currency’s growth over time, the users and miners have disagreed on the direction of the coin, and the technology has split. Is thi...

Aug 02, 201737 minSeason 1Ep. 5
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