Max Borders joins me to discuss the bloodless revolution of Bitcoin, the development of morality, how incentives influence people, and the pursuit of happiness. Max Borders is the author of The Social Singularity and Underthrow. He is also the Executive Director at Social Evolution. // GUEST // Twitter: https://twitter.com/socialevol Website: https://underthrow.substack.com/ Book: https://a.co/d/3N9MPnW // SPONSORS // In Wolf's Clothing: https://wolfnyc.com/ iCoin Hardware Wallet (use discount c...
Sep 29, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 372
Adam Back joins me to discuss the next Bitcoin halving, the utilization of untapped power, the aesthetic value of Bitcoin, and the probability of another Blocksize War. Adam Back is a British cryptographer and cypherpunk. He is the CEO of Blockstream and the inventor of Hashcash. // GUEST // Twitter: https://twitter.com/adam3us Website: https://blockstream.com/ // SPONSORS // In Wolf's Clothing: https://wolfnyc.com/ iCoin Hardware Wallet (use discount code BITCOIN23): https://www.icointechnology...
Sep 27, 2023•57 min•Ep. 371
Dylan LeClair joins me to discuss the upcoming Bitcoin halving, the war narratives, the effects of political pressure on inflation, and the impact of derivative markets on Bitcoin price. Dylan LeClair is the Director of Market Intelligence at UTXO Management. He is the Co-Founder of 21st Paradigm. // GUEST // Twitter: https://twitter.com/DylanLeClair_ Website: https://dylanleclair.info/ // SPONSORS // In Wolf's Clothing: https://wolfnyc.com/ iCoin Hardware Wallet (use discount code BITCOIN23): h...
Sep 25, 2023•51 min•Ep. 370
"What is Money?" is the rabbit that leads us down the proverbial rabbit hole. It is the most important question for finding truth in the world. In this series, we will pursue this "rabbit" by engaging in a diversity of deep conversations with deep thinkers from different walks of life. // SPONSORS // In Wolf's Clothing: https://wolfnyc.com/ iCoin Hardware Wallet (use discount code BITCOIN23): https://www.icointechnology.com/ Wasabi Wallet: https://wasabiwallet.io/ Bitcoin Apparel (use discount c...
Sep 22, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 369
In this episode with Leyla Taghiyeva from Students for Liberty, we discuss the nature and properties of money, people's biases toward the dollar, and how Bitcoin is the libertarian cheat code in battle over state coercion. Leyla Taghiyeva is a musical artist, social media influencer, and youth worker. She works as a content creator at Students For Liberty. // HOST // Website: https://studentsforliberty.org/blog/staff/leyla-taghiyeva/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leyla-taghiyeva-0101b718...
Sep 20, 2023•52 min•Ep. 368
In this episode with Danica Patrick of the Pretty Intense podcast, we discuss the corruption of money, the history of central banking, the human ego, and how to fix broken incentives. Danica Patrick is a former race car driver. She was the first woman to win an IndyCar championship event in 2008. // HOST // Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanicaPatrick Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DanicaPatrick // SPONSORS // In Wolf's Clothing: https://wolfnyc.com/ iCoin Hardware Wallet (use discount code BIT...
Sep 18, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 367
In this episode with Jason Marc Campbell of the Selling With Love podcast, we discuss the nature and evolution of money, how Bitcoin fixes the problems of central banking, and notion of "loving money." Jason Marc Campbell is an author and international speaker. He is the host of the Selling With Love podcast. // HOST // Website: https://www.sellingwithlove.com/ Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@SellingwithLove // SPONSORS // In Wolf's Clothing: https://wolfnyc.com/ iCoin Hardware Wallet (use dis...
Sep 15, 2023•47 min•Ep. 366
In this episode with Tim Braheem, we discuss the properties of sound money, central banking, the incentives for armed conflict, and why Bitcoin is the best peace-making technology. Tim Braheem is the Founder and CEO of Performance Experts and the host of The 360 Experience podcast. Website: https://www.performance-experts.com/ Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@The360ExperiencePodcast // SPONSORS // In Wolf's Clothing: https://wolfnyc.com/ iCoin Hardware Wallet (use discount code BITCOIN23): http...
Sep 13, 2023•2 hr 14 min•Ep. 365
My friend and fellow student of money codenamed "Lester" joins me for a multi-episode conversation exploring the excellent book "The Twilight of Gold" by Melchior Palyi. Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProgrammableTx Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0006C31O4 // SPONSORS // In Wolf's Clothing: https://wolfnyc.com/ iCoin Hardware Wallet (use discount code BITCOIN23): https://www.icointechnology.com/ Wasabi Wallet: https://wasabiwallet.io/ Bitcoin Apparel (use discount code BREEDLOVE): https://thebit...
Sep 11, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 364
In this episode with Scott McBlane, we discuss the nature of money, the attributes of ideal money, the central bank of central banks, and why Bitcoin is the closest thing to perfect money humans have ever had. Scott McBlane is the host of the YouTube channel called Scott McBlane. Twitter: https://twitter.com/scottmcblane Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ScottMcBlane // SPONSORS // In Wolf's Clothing: https://wolfnyc.com/ iCoin Hardware Wallet (use discount code BITCOIN23): https://www.icointech...
Sep 08, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 363
My friend and fellow student of money codenamed "Lester" joins me for a multi-episode conversation exploring the excellent book "The Twilight of Gold" by Melchior Palyi. Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProgrammableTx Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0006C31O4 // SPONSORS // In Wolf's Clothing: https://wolfnyc.com/ iCoin Hardware Wallet (use discount code BITCOIN23): https://www.icointechnology.com/ Wasabi Wallet: https://wasabiwallet.io/ Bitcoin Apparel (use discount code BREEDLOVE): https://thebit...
Sep 06, 2023•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 362
My friend and fellow student of money codenamed "Lester" joins me for a multi-episode conversation exploring the excellent book "The Twilight of Gold" by Melchior Palyi. Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProgrammableTx Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0006C31O4 // SPONSORS // In Wolf's Clothing: https://wolfnyc.com/ iCoin Hardware Wallet (use discount code BITCOIN23): https://www.icointechnology.com/ Wasabi Wallet: https://wasabiwallet.io/ Bitcoin Apparel (use discount code BREEDLOVE): https://thebit...
Sep 04, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 361
Brian De Mint joins me to discuss the impact of technology on society, the psychology of totalitarianism, the importance of self-responsibility, and the incentive structure of Bitcoin. Brian is an entrepreneur with a decade of market strategy experience. He is the author of Bitcoin Evangelism and works as the head of Marketing at Orange Pill App. Twitter: h ttps://twitter.com/BrianDeMint App: https://signup.theorangepillapp.com/opa/BrianD Book: https://a.co/d/cqMkd1d // SPONSORS // In Wolf's Clo...
Sep 01, 2023•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 360
William Casarin joins me to discuss Nostr and Damus, the freedom of speech in cyberspace, the counterparty risks inherent with data monopolies, and the future of social media. William Casarin is a Bitcoin and Lightning developer. He is the founder of Damus. Twitter: https://twitter.com/jb55 Website: https://jb55.com/ // SPONSORS // In Wolf's Clothing: https://wolfnyc.com/ iCoin Hardware Wallet (use discount code BITCOIN23): https://www.icointechnology.com/ Wasabi Wallet: https://wasabiwallet.io/...
Aug 30, 2023•58 min•Ep. 359
In this episode with John Parker of the Pangburn Hangout podcast, we discuss freedom maximalism, the importance of property rights, why taxation is theft, and the pros and cons of Bitcoin. John Parker is one of the broadcasters from The Pangburn Hangout podcast. Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@JohnParkerPU // SPONSORS // In Wolf's Clothing: https://wolfnyc.com/ iCoin Hardware Wallet (use discount code BITCOIN23): https://www.icointechnology.com/ Wasabi Wallet: https://wasabiwallet.io/ Casa (us...
Aug 28, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 358
Luke Broyles joins me to discuss the history of monetary addiction, why scarcity is the best attribute of Bitcoin, how technology connects us with past and future, and the game theory of Bitcoin. Luke Broyles is an author, investor, philosopher, and Bitcoin thinker. Luke’s film (“The Case for Bitcoin”) Geyser fundraising link: https://geyser.fund/project/caseforbitcoin Luke’s film (“The Case for Bitcoin”) fiat gofundme link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/educational-film-on-finances-inflation-bitco...
Aug 25, 2023•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 357
Justin Orkney joins me to discuss his Bitcoin mining journey, how Bitcoin can improve the environment, different types of Bitcoin mining, and Bitcoin’s positive influence on rural revitalization. Justin Orkney is the Commercial Director at Standard Power. He is also a senior advisor for Satoshi Action Fund. Twitter: https://twitter.com/jorkney5 Website: https://standardpwr.com/ // SPONSORS // In Wolf's Clothing: https://wolfnyc.com/ iCoin Hardware Wallet (use discount code BITCOIN23): https://ww...
Aug 23, 2023•54 min•Ep. 356
Joel Rafidi joins me to discuss Atlas Shrugged, the importance of living a truthful life, collectivism vs. individualism, and Bitcoin's value as incorruptible money. Joel Rafidi is the co-host of Here For The Truth podcast. Twitter: https://twitter.com/joelrafidi Podcast: https://www.hereforthetruth.com/ // SPONSORS // In Wolf's Clothing: https://wolfnyc.com/ iCoin Hardware Wallet (use discount code BITCOIN23): https://www.icointechnology.com/ Wasabi Wallet: https://wasabiwallet.io/ Casa (use di...
Aug 22, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 355
Jeff Deist joins me to discuss the weaponization of fiat money, how the market defines money, the impact of a gold-backed currency, and the shortcomings of democracy. Jeff Deist is a writer, advocate, and public speaker for markets, property, and civil society. He is the former president of the Mises Institute. He is currently the general counsel for Monetary Metals. // GUEST // Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeffdeist Website: https://monetary-metals.com/ // SPONSORS // In Wolf's Clothing: https:...
Aug 18, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 354
Mikki Willis joins me to discuss the Plandemic series, the importance of voting with your wallet, self-responsibility, and how to protect yourself against social engineering. Mikki Willis is an independent investigative filmmaker. He is the producer of the documentary series Plandemic. // GUEST // Twitter: https://twitter.com/mikkiwillis Website: https://plandemicseries.com/ // SPONSORS // In Wolf's Clothing: https://wolfnyc.com/ iCoin Hardware Wallet (use discount code BITCOIN23): https://www.i...
Aug 16, 2023•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 353
Keith Knight joins me to discuss the Voluntaryist Handbook. This Handbook covers several prominent libertarian essays on topics such as: the deceptive tendencies of the state, the definition of the free market, the conflict of collectivism, and six questions for the statists. Keith Knight is the organizer of the Voluntaryist Handbook. He is also the Managing Editor at Libertarian Institute. // GUEST // Voluntaryist Handbook: https://libertarianinstitute.org/books/voluntaryist-handbook/ Twitter: ...
Aug 14, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 352
Rob Henderson joins me to discuss the nature of mimetic desire, the underlying purpose of advertisement, and the notion of agreeableness and disagreeableness. Rob Henderson is a writer and psychologist. He is a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. // GUEST // Twitter: https://twitter.com/robkhenderson Newsletter: https://www.robkhenderson.com/ // SPONSORS // In Wolf's Clothing: https://wolfnyc.com/ iCoin Hardware Wallet (use discount code BITCOIN23): https://www.icointechnology.com/ Wasabi Wallet: htt...
Aug 11, 2023•54 min•Ep. 351
Stephen Hicks joins me to discuss the philosophy of money, the morality of money and business, the importance of philosophical education, and why Bitcoin might be a sly roundabout way to take money out of the hands of The State. Stephen Hicks is a professor of philosophy and the Executive Director of the Center for Ethics and Entrepreneurship at Rockford University. He is the author of 'Nietzsche and the Nazis.' // GUEST // Twitter: https://twitter.com/SRCHicks Website: http://www.stephenhicks.o...
Aug 09, 2023•2 hr 14 min•Ep. 350
John Mauldin joins me to discuss the challenge of inflation for The Fed, the occasional "need" for an economic crisis, the consequences of central planning, and the future of Bitcoin. John Mauldin is a financial expert, best-selling author, online commentator, and publisher. // GUEST // Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnFMauldin YouTube: https://www.mauldineconomics.com/ // SPONSORS // In Wolf's Clothing: https://wolfnyc.com/ Gold Investment Letter: https://www.goldinvestmentletter.com/ iCoin Har...
Aug 07, 2023•45 min•Ep. 349
In this interview with Eric Rice, we are trying to answer the question "What is Money?". We discuss the problems with central planning and corruption of money, and why we need Bitcoin. Eric Rice is the chief growth officer at King Operating Corporation. // GUEST // Twitter: https://twitter.com/EA_Rice Website: https://www.kingoperating.com/company // SPONSORS // In Wolf's Clothing: https://wolfnyc.com/ Gold Investment Letter: https://www.goldinvestmentletter.com/ iCoin Hardware Wallet (use disco...
Aug 04, 2023•48 min•Ep. 348
Gloria Álvarez joins me to discuss how she became viral by telling the truth about socialism, the importance of education about free markets and liberty, and why she’s running for president in Guatemala. Gloria Álvarez is a presidential candidate for the country of Guatemala and serves as the director at Liberty University. She was listed in Forbes' 100 Most Powerful Women in Central America of 2023. // GUEST // Twitter: https://twitter.com/GloriaAlvarez85 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Glor...
Aug 03, 2023•52 min•Ep. 347
"What is Money?" is the rabbit that leads us down the proverbial rabbit hole. It is the most important question for finding truth in the world. In this series, we will pursue this "rabbit" by engaging in a diversity of deep conversations with deep thinkers from different walks of life. // SPONSORS // In Wolf's Clothing: https://wolfnyc.com/ Gold Investment Letter: https://www.goldinvestmentletter.com/ iCoin Hardware Wallet (use discount code BITCOIN23): https://www.icointechnology.com/ Wasabi Wa...
Jul 31, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 346
Matt Taibbi joins me to discuss the Twitter files, the controversy surrounding the origin of the virus, and the importance of free speech. Matt Taibbi is an author, journalist, and podcaster. He is the publisher of the newsletter Racket News on Substack. // GUEST // Twitter: https://twitter.com/mtaibbi Website: https://www.racket.news/ // SPONSORS // In Wolf's Clothing: https://wolfnyc.com/ Gold Investment Letter: https://www.goldinvestmentletter.com/ iCoin Hardware Wallet (use discount code BIT...
Jul 28, 2023•44 min•Ep. 345
Storytelling is what distinguishes man from animal. The stories we enact significantly influence how we perceive, conceive, and shape the world around us. In this new series "The Power of Film", Mike Hill and I inspect the architecture of storytelling through the prism of modern film in an effort to reveal the most profound depths of the human operating system. Mike is a veteran film and game designer for blockbusters like Love, Death and Robots, Call of Duty, Game of Thrones, Blade Runner 2049,...
Jul 27, 2023•35 min
Maj Toure joins me to discuss the importance of firearms in preserving human freedom, taking accountability, and why people should respect the devil. Maj Toure is an American libertarian political activist. He founded the educational nonprofit organization Black Guns Matter. // GUEST // Twitter: https://twitter.com/MajToure999 IG: https://www.instagram.com/bigdaddytoure Solutionary University: https://solutionaryuniversity.org/ GiveSendGo: https://www.givesendgo.com/Solutionary // SPONSORS // In...
Jul 27, 2023•57 min•Ep. 344