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The Bitcoin Matrix

Cedric Youngelmanbitcoinmatrix.libsyn.com
Let's explore Bitcoin, the future of money and the social, cultural, economical and philosophical implications of this new technology. Hosted by Cedric Youngelman.
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Episodes

Seb Bunney - The Hidden Cost of Money

In this episode Cedric sits down with Seb Bunney to discuss his phenomenal new book The Hidden Cost of Money . So, If you’re looking for a conversation that breaks down how money impacts our relationships, politics, planet, culture, authenticity, mass formation psychosis and authoritarianism then this is it. Cedric can help you set up your multi-sig vault, estate plan, collaborative custody, or be of service via The Bitcoin Adviser. Book some time to talk on my calendar . River is the Bitcoin ex...

Dec 17, 20232 hr 18 minSeason 1Ep. 177

Jeffrey A Tucker - The World is on Fire

Let’s enter the Bitcoin Matrix with Jeffrey A Tucker . Jeffrey A Tucker is Founder and President of the Brownstone Institute. He is also Senior Economics Columnist for Epoch Times, author of 10 books, including Liberty or Lockdown , and thousands of articles in the scholarly and popular press. For many years he worked for Ron Paul , the Mises Institute , and Lew Rockwell . With the American Institute for Economic Research (AIER) he organized efforts against COVID-19 restrictions starting in 2020...

Dec 03, 20231 hr 30 minSeason 1Ep. 176

Dr. Jeff Ross - Live Well. Invest Wisely.

Let’s enter the Bitcoin Matrix with macroeconomic guru Dr. Jeff Ross for a brilliant discourse on markets, finance, growth investing, volatility, inflation, portfolio allocation, the future of bitcoin cycles, and the psychology of investing. Dr. Jeff Ross is the founder and managing partner of alternative asset manager Vailshire Capital Management and Vailshire Partners as well as a board certified diagnostic radiologist. Cedric can help you set up your multi-sig vault, estate plan, collaborativ...

Nov 26, 20231 hr 50 minSeason 1Ep. 175

James Lavish - The Fed, The Treasury, The Bond Vigilantes...Who's Really in Charge of the Economy

This episode with reformed hedge-fund manager James Lavish was inspired by his awesome newsletter The Informationist which simplifies macro and finance for everyone. We cover The Debit Spiral, Fed Fantasies, The Treasury Nightmare, The Bond Vigilantes and The Rub. Cedric can help you set up your multi-sig vault, estate plan, collaborative custody, or be of service via The Bitcoin Adviser . River is the Bitcoin financial institution built for all time. Use this link to get started and get $5 in B...

Nov 19, 20232 hr 10 minSeason 1Ep. 174

Tomer Strolight - The Legendary Treasure of Satoshi Nakamoto

Todays episode with Tomer Strolight which was inspired by his awesome piece The Legendary Treasure of Satoshi Nakamoto is brought to you by our new sponsor Aupa. In this cynical world where superheroes only exist in film, Bitcoin is a real life superhero. It shows we can achieve greatness & this is why Bitcoin is Hope. It’s a physical manifestation of ‘Hope’ that shows we can create things that are flawless and perfect. Aupa energy bars: A new kind of energy bar, live life untamed, Question ...

Nov 12, 20232 hr 20 minSeason 1Ep. 173

Yours Truly, Bitcoin with Tomer Strolight

Todays episode with Tomer Strolight which was inspired by his awesome new piece Yours Truly, Bitcoin written in the voice of the bitcoin network itself is brought to you by new sponsor Aupa . Live Untamed with Premium Meat Snacks from Aupa. 100% pure and natural - Hand crafted in small batches - Locally sourced simple and clean ingredients - Grass fed beef butter and tallow - Small family business - Colorado made Aupa premiun meat bars come in 3 incredible flavors. Use the code MARIX at eataupa....

Nov 05, 20231 hr 52 minSeason 1Ep. 172

Lyn Alden - Broken Money

Today's episode with Lyn Alden the prominent financial analyst and investment strategist known for her insightful research on various investment topics, including equities, macroeconomics, and particularly, Bitcoin is brought to you by T he Bitcoin Adviser . "Bitcoin is the real sequel because, basically, we're living through The Matrix now. When you have a problem that is literally all around you, you're born in it, you never imagine a world without it, which in our system is our money system."...

Oct 29, 20231 hr 43 minSeason 1Ep. 171

Michael Dunworth - Bitcoin is Time Traveling Energy

In this interview, Cedric sits down with Michael Dunworth to talk about prime numbers, cryptography and how bitcoin is time traveling energy. Michael Dunworth also explore why people are like private keys, how optimism is pretty cheap, why fiat is terminally ill and how we’ve never had a canvas as expressive as Bitcoin. This episode is brought to you by River . Zero fees on recurring orders. All Bitcoin is backed 1 to 1 in multi sig cold storage. Your bitcoin is your bitcoin to withdraw in full ...

Oct 15, 20232 hr 31 minSeason 1Ep. 170

Ben Justman - The Bitcoin Wine Guy

In this episode, we have the pleasure of diving into an insightful interview with the remarkable Ben Justman , affectionately known as "The Bitcoin Wine Guy." Ben's philosophy of embracing the journey rather than seeking shortcuts has not only shaped his approach to making natural wine but has also led him to a profound understanding of life's true essence. Throughout the interview, Ben shares his wisdom on various topics, including his passion for winemaking, his journey with Peony Lane, his un...

Oct 02, 20231 hr 34 minSeason 1Ep. 169

Peter Dunworth - Unraveling the Value of the World's First Triple Point Asset

Welcome to our special interview with Peter Dunworth , where we will be exploring the fascinating concept of valuing Bitcoin as the world's first triple point asset. Peter Dunworth is one of the most optimistic and intelligent speakers in the Bitcoin space and has burst onto the scene this year because of his deep thinking surrounding the future implications of Bitcoin. During this incredible rip, Peter will shed light on how Bitcoin leads us to an event horizon in finance and a singularity in e...

Sep 17, 20231 hr 33 minSeason 1Ep. 168

Peruvian Bull - The Dollar Endgame: Financial Gravity and the Fed's Dilemma

Today we’re going to dive into the electrifying world of finance and economics in "The Dollar Endgame: Financial Gravity and the Fed's Dilemma" with Peruvian Bull as we explore the inevitable negative feedback loops of Keynesian economics, Modern Monetary Theory, the Triffin Dilemma, the deindustrialization of America and how the Federal Reserve stole the American Dream. Peruvian Bull is a Peruvian-American scholar, researcher, and educator hailing from the Pacific Northwest. Born and raised in ...

Sep 03, 20231 hr 31 minSeason 1Ep. 167

Dr. David B. Collum - Hello Darkness: A Chilling Journey Into The Abyss

In today’s episode we plunge into the intriguingly murky world with the profound Professor David B. Collum . Aptly titled, "Hello Darkness: A Chilling Journey into the Abyss" it's a captivating journey through a labyrinth of contentious topics, from scandalous political intrigues to the convoluted realities of climate change, gender transition and directed energy weapons. Collum , armed with his razor-sharp intellect and unique perspectives, serves as our guide, steering us through this dark maz...

Aug 27, 20234 hr 34 minSeason 1Ep. 166

Dr. David B. Collum - The Great Bamboozle: Shattering Denial & Facing the Truth

Dave takes you down the darkest goddamn hole he's ever gone down. In this captivating three-hour rip, Dr. David B. Collum and I explore the perplexing question of how individuals can be led to make decisions that ultimately prove self-destructive and antithetical to their own interests and values. Dr. David B. Collum , MA, MS, Ph.D. is a Professor at The Cornell University. He received a Doctor of Philosophy from Columbia University in the City of New York. His research interests are Chemistry a...

Aug 13, 20233 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 165

Tom Luongo: The Myth of America

Brace yourself for an exhilarating journey through the Bitcoin Matrix as we delve into a mind-blowing conversation with the extraordinary Tom Luongo . Prepare to have your perceptions shattered as we explore the myth of America, uncover the unexpected secrets of Waffle House and the Rosetta Stone, and navigate the treacherous waters of Powell's potentially game-changing rate hike to a jaw-dropping 7%. But that's not all - Tom's razor-sharp insights will lead us through the treacherous terrain of...

Jul 30, 20232 hr 28 minSeason 1Ep. 164

Riding the Waves of Enlightenment: Surfer Jim's Quest for Bitcoin, Legacy & Inner Wisdom

Get ready to ride the waves of enlightenment as we plunge into an electric and mind-bending conversation with the one and only Bitcoin Radical, Surfer Jim ! We're taking a fresh look at the state of America and the ever-evolving world of bitcoin in 2023, giving you the lowdown since our last powwow a year ago. But hold on tight, because this podcast is more than just facts and figures. We're diving deep into the ocean of emotions, exploring the turbulent waters of regret, the cleansing power of ...

Jul 16, 20232 hrSeason 1Ep. 163

Unlocking the Digital Enigma: Alladan's Journey Beyond Bitcoin Trading Cards to Spark Your Imagination and Build Community

Get ready for an exciting episode of the Bitcoin Matrix! Our special guest, Alladan from Bitcoin Trading Cards , is here to dive into a range of captivating topics, from the pressing issues of the heroin epidemic and the debate on legalizing marijuana to the enigmatic story of Ross Ulbricht in the digital world. But wait, there's more! Get ready to ignite your imagination as we discuss art education, the thrill of collecting, and the power of building communities. And for all you nostalgia lover...

Jul 02, 20232 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 162

Tools of Self-Sovereignty: Exploring Bitcoin & Psychedelics with Fractal Encrypt

Welcome to this thought-provoking episode of the Bitcoin Matrix , where we sit down with Fractal Encrypt to explore the exciting world of self-sovereignty. Today, we will delve into the controversial topics of Bitcoin and Psychedelics as tools for personal empowerment and freedom. Together, we will examine the boundaries of society and the limits of the individual, and discuss pressing questions around what does it mean to be a free and sovereign individual, what is the government allowed to reg...

Jun 16, 20232 hr 13 minSeason 1Ep. 161

The Plate Licking Pleb

In this episode Cedric sits down with the Plate Licking Pleb for an awesome conversation on acceleration theory, procreation maximalism, the Canadian Bitcoin Conference and why meeting plebs in real life is so dope. This episode is brought to you by River , the financial institution built for all time. With 100% full reserve custody and zero fees on recurring orders, River allows you to buy and mine Bitcoin with ease. Build your bitcoin mining fleet today with River . Plus, River offers unparall...

Jun 05, 20231 hr 21 minSeason 1Ep. 160

The Revolutionary Impact of Bitcoin: A Conversation with Luke Broyles about the World's First Perfect Money

In this episode Cedric is joined by Luke Broyles for an indepth conversation about the revolutionary impact of Bitcoin on society and how most people have no idea what's really coming. "It makes no sense to kill a bunch of whales & force them to extinction now that we have the lightbulb." Luke Broyles is a 23-year-old investor and critical thinker. Being a real estate investor and hardcore Bitcoin advocate, he spends much of his time perfecting his Bitcoin thesis. As a follower of Jesus, Bro...

May 29, 20232 hr 9 minSeason 1Ep. 159

The Power of Bitcoin: Joe Burnett on Saving Wealth at Scale & Hyperbitcoinization

In this episode Cedric sits down with Joe Burnett to talk about saving wealth at scale, hyperbitcoinization and the power of Bitcoin. Joe Burnett is the Head Analyst and Product Manager at Blockware Solutions. Joe was previously at EY US and Mimesis Capital. He's also been featured in Bloomberg. This podcast is brought to you by River. Buy Bitcoin with and zero fees on recurring orders when you dollar cost asset at River. Truly the best way to build your bitcoin wealth. River doesn’t use or lend...

May 16, 20231 hr 41 minSeason 1Ep. 158

Christian Keroles: No One is Bullish Enough on Bitcoin

In this episode Cedric sits down with Christian Keroles AKA CK Snarks to talk about how it's impossible to be bullish enough on Bitcoin, the importance of being directionally correct and the value of 37 sats in the future. Christian Keroles aka CK Snarks is the Managing Director at Bitcoin Magazine. CK hosts the Bitcoin Magazine Podcast, Fed Watch Podcast, Bitcoin Magazine Spaces and covers Bitcoin as it monetizes. This podcast is brought to you by River. Buy Bitcoin with and zero fees on recurr...

May 07, 20231 hr 32 minSeason 1Ep. 157

Tomer Strolight: Hello. I Am Bitcoin.

In this episode Cedric sits down with Tomer Strolight to discuss his amazing piece Hello. I Am Bitcoin. Is artificial sweetener really sweet? Is artificial intelligence really intelligent? Is an artificial limb really a limb? These are philosophical questions that can be answered in many ways. Tomer is good at that. Tomer has been involved in Bitcoin since 2013 and has been writing publicly under his name about it since 2021. He is the Editor-in-Chief at Swan.com, a leading Bitcoin onramp. He ha...

May 01, 20232 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 156

Bob Burnett: Satoshi's Heel

In this episode Cedric sits down with Bob Burnett to discuss the miners trilemma , the crucial role of wild horses in bitcoin mining and Satoshi's Heel . Is mining infrastructure a vulnerability that could take down Bitcoin? Why wild horses, the unruly mustangs of the bitcoin world, must make up a larger proportion of hash rate for optimal security Why public mining companies cannot exist within the ethos of Bitcoin The critical importance of bitcoiners to stop using the term ASIC to describe a ...

Apr 24, 20232 hr 44 minSeason 1Ep. 155

Gary Leland: Fatherhood, Bitcoin & Life

In this episode Cedric sits down with Gary Leland the founder of BitBlockBoom, the world’s longest running bitcoin conference to talk about being a great father, bitcoin & life. BitBlockBoom Network with fellow Bitcoiners in Austin, Texas. August 24th, 25th, 26th, and 27th, 2023. This is not a Shit-coin, NFT, or Blockchain event. We talk about Bitcoin, Bitcoin, and more Bitcoin. This podcast is brought to you by River. Buy Bitcoin with and zero fees on recurring orders when you dollar cost a...

Apr 16, 20231 hr 59 minSeason 1Ep. 154

Jonathan Chester: Get Paid in Bitcoin

In this episode Cedric sits down with Jonathan Chester the CEO and Co-Founder of Bitwage to talk about getting paid in bitcoin regardless of your employer. Established in 2014, Bitwage is the leading provider of Bitcoin, stablecoins & cryptocurrency payroll solutions. Employees and freelancers can choose to be paid in their preferred mix of Bitcoin, cryptocurrency, and local currencies. This podcast is brought to you by River. Buy Bitcoin with and zero fees on recurring orders when you dolla...

Apr 11, 20231 hr 31 minSeason 1Ep. 153

David Zell: The Bitcoin Policy Institute

In this episode Cedric sits down with David Zell from the Bitcoin Policy Institute. The Bitcoin Policy Institute is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization researching the policy and societal implications of Bitcoin. Before founding BPI, David was the Director of Policy for BTC Inc, where he led the organization’s education and advocacy efforts. Previously, David co-founded and led ASAP, a nonprofit organizaion that made history derailing billions of dollars in private prison financing. He studied...

Apr 08, 20232 hr 10 minSeason 1Ep. 152

Mike Jarmuz: Lightning Ventures

In this episode Cedric sits down with Mike Jarmuz to talk about Lightning ventures & the motley crew of geniuses, dropouts, hackers & stackers psychotically devoted to supporting bitcoin only companies. Mike Jarmuz… or Muzz as his friends say… is a Managing Partner on Lightning Ventures, whose focus is exclusively investing in Bitcoin companies. His goal is to evangelize and help demystify early-stage investing to plebs and whales alike. Muzz is also passionate about educating founders a...

Mar 26, 20231 hr 29 minSeason 1Ep. 151

Robert Malka: Bitcoin, Beauty, Nihilism & Despair

For episode #150 Cedric sits down with Robert Malka to discuss nihilism, existentialism, AI & Bitcoin. Robert Malka is a researcher, philosopher and Bitcoiner. This podcast is brought to you by River . Buy and mine Bitcoin with 100% full reserve custody, and zero fees on recurring orders. River doesn’t use or lend your bitcoin. Unlock the possibilities of this revolutionary digital asset with River. Securely buy $10 to $1,000,000 of Bitcoin in minutes. The world is grasping the importance of...

Mar 19, 20231 hr 53 minSeason 1Ep. 150

Greg Zaj: Memetic Warfare

In this episode Cedric sits down with Greg Zaj from The Meme Factory to talk about dank memes, memetic warfare, sh*tposting, the unexplainable genius of Yellow , the lightbulb scam rabbit hole and his favorite part of Bitcoin. "I want to make war more expensive. I want to make it unaffordable. There's definitely a benefit to projecting power in the physical realm & I want to make that less of an economically feasible way of doing business." This podcast is brought to you by River . Get $20 f...

Mar 13, 20231 hr 34 minSeason 1Ep. 149

Clemenza: The Red Meat Renaissance

In this episode Cedric sits down with Clemenza from The Meat Mafia Podcast to discuss the fundamental problems in our food and healthcare system, how the food system is corrupt and trying to poison us and why he advocates for carnivore and animal based forms of eating. Harry co-hosts The Meat Mafia Podcast. His principles are simple: eat real foods, buy locally, and cook your own meals. Harry is also a competitive low-carb ultra-endurance athlete, having completed Ironmans, 100K ultra-marathons,...

Mar 06, 20232 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 148
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