Episode Summary - S02E04: Bitcoin Boom, Daniel Penny Trial, ChatGPT, Trump, and More In this packed episode, we dive into some of the hottest topics shaping today’s world. We kick off with an in-depth Bitcoin status update , analyzing the historic rise fueled by ETF adoption and the growing involvement of major players like BlackRock and Fidelity. From market stability to the looming “supply shock,” the host explores why Bitcoin’s trajectory has never been more critical. Next, we examine the Dan...
Dec 11, 2024•2 hr 16 min•Transcript available on Metacast Trump made an appearance at the recent Libertarian Convention and made some controversial comments. He vowed to pardon Ross Ulbricht if elected. I've been asked my opinion on this so here is my 2 cents on whether Ross should die in prison.
May 30, 2024•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast Vinny talks about the pending Bitcoin Spot ETF which could bring hundreds of billions of new dollars into Bitcoin. He breaks down how it works and why this will likley bring Bitcoin into the next level of mass adoption.
Dec 02, 2023•59 min•Transcript available on Metacast It has been about a year since the last show and a lot has happened. Vinny talks about what happened over Christmas break 2022 which forced him and his family to have to move into temporary house almost overnight.
Dec 01, 2023•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast Vinny is joined by Anthony Cumia and Craig Handler to talk about the recent Bruen US Supreme Court decision and how it will impact gun laws across the United States, New York specifically. The three talk about the upcoming midterm elections, twitter censorship and Elon Musk.
Nov 06, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Transcript available on Metacast Vinny is joined by fellow attorney and friend Criag Handler to break down the bizarre attack on Paul Pelosi by David DePape. The two discuss the plausibility of the narrative that has been told thus far. How did someone get inside the bedroom of the home belonging to the 3rd most important government official in the country with nothing more than a hammer? The two talk about Elon musk's tweet regarding the attack and the cultural phenomenon of being called a conspiracy theorist if you dare quest...
Nov 02, 2022•59 min•Ep 17•Transcript available on Metacast Vinny does another live show and is joined by lawyer and veteran Craig Handler to break down the death of a thief who picked the wrong smoke shop but will store clerk Johnny Nguyen end up charged with manslaughter in the end? The two break down all of legal consideration and how self defense really operates a little differently both in Nevada, NY and even Texas. Vinny makes the argument that there are many factors that will hurt the clerk owner including how he handled the the suspects body afte...
Aug 06, 2022•57 min•Transcript available on Metacast Vinny takes a look at the shocking video that has been circulating recently where an ATF agent gets arrested at gunpoint by a local police department while in the course of his duties. Vinny breaks down the interaction and talks about the many ways both the officer and Agent embarrassed themselves. Vinny talks about the time he was arrested at gunpoint by a local police department while at the FBI and sheds light on what he thinks is the best way to survive a dangerous encounter like that. Vinny...
Aug 04, 2022•51 min•Transcript available on Metacast There is no doubt that the Uvalde (Texas) school shooting was a trajedy. Law enforcment's collective response turned a trajedy into a disaster inmitigated disaster. With over 300 officers on scene, why did it take over an hour for polie tto make entry into the classroom? Would it have made a difference? I break down what went right and what went horribly wrong and discuss some of the hard truths when your entire school shooter response plan boils down to calling the police and hoping for the bes...
Jul 26, 2022•59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Vinny is joined by Dr. William Moravits to talk about his book, the Blue Divide: Policing and Race in America. Dr. Moravits, a former police officer and current political science professor, wrote the book on the back end of several high profile, racially charged deaths including Michael Brown and George Floyd. The two breakdown several chapters from Will's book including how officers and FBI Agents are trained regarding the use of force and the reasoning behind it which is contrary to common kno...
May 19, 2022•2 hr 35 min•Ep 13•Transcript available on Metacast Vinny is joined by writer/comic Michael Loftus on Episode 12. The two start out on the comedy tip talking about the perceived pressures of performing in front of established comics or actors. Mike talks about the major difference between a NY and LA based crowd. The two jump from comedy into a deep discussion around Elon and Twitter and the 1st amendment implications. Mike, an admitted “small government" type of guy and Vinny, a guy who worked for the FBI have an interesting discussion around th...
May 03, 2022•58 min•Transcript available on Metacast Vinny is joined by comic Mick Thomas as they tackle the fallout from the recent announcement that Elon Musk has purchased Twitter and all of the scary free speech that is about to return to the internet as a result. The two then delve into the literal shit show that is the Johnny Depp defamation case. Vinny talks about some of the legal aspects of the testimony while Mick talks about the an girlfriend who cracked him in the head with a statue once. DISCLAIMER: All opinions are my own. Podcast is...
Apr 27, 2022•2 hr 32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Vinny catches up with long time friend and FBI Special Agent, Dave Crisafi. Dave talks about his non for profit, Launch for life (thelaunchforlife.com) and the importance of male role models in a world obsessed with "toxic masculinity." The conversation turns to drugs and addiction and the two talk about the potential Federal legalization of marijuana and how that would impact FBI recruitment, good and bad. Can an FBI Agent who gets stoned everyday be effective? Why is it ok to drink? Speaking o...
Apr 07, 2022•2 hr•Transcript available on Metacast Vinny starts the show talking briefly about the Bob Saget crime scene photos and Jussie Smollet's release from jail pending his appeal. He jumps into the tragic death of a 14 year old from Missouri who was launched off of an amusement ride to his grisly death. He talks about what has to happen in order for a catastrophic failure like this to occur. Vinny wraps up the show talking about the recent Bitcoin price action and how exciting it is that large companies like Exxon are investigating resour...
Mar 28, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Transcript available on Metacast Vinny puts on his FBI and lawyer hat and breaks down the Jussie Smollet case and explosive sentence. Vinny starts with the history of the case working his way through media reports about the now infamous hate crime hoax. He talks about all of the red flags that existed from day one and how Smollet was in way over his head. Vinny moves on to the recent sentencing breaking down the judges comments and how Smollet's self destructive narcissism got the best of him, once again. A glimpse into Smollet...
Mar 11, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast Vinny is joined by his brother, Dr. Sabino D'Agostino, who is a neurosurgeon to discuss the tragic death of Bob Saget. The two start off talking about how Sabino went from a computer engineering major to neurosurgery in college, what training was involved and what type of surgeries neurosurgeons are expected to perform. Vinny and Sabino get philosophical on how physical changes to the brain can drastically change your personality and what that really says about the common belief that our individ...
Feb 28, 2022•2 hr 41 min•Transcript available on Metacast Vinny is joined by retired Detective and author Christian Migliore. Christian recently released a self help book titled The Hungry Young Man-A Survival Guide for Men, which is loaded with life lessons designed to help men become... better men. The two quickly get into a deep discussion on what it really means to be a man and the role of "manhood" plays in 2022 to include notions of "toxic masculinity" and when violence is not only necessary, but warranted. Christian's book can be purchased on Am...
Feb 17, 2022•2 hr 30 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast Vinny is joined by Paul Virzi (The Virzi Effect) and Iso from the Shuli Show to get into the bitcoin basics. What it is, how it works and why Vinny believes it will become the Internet of money. Vinny walks his guests through creating a bitcoin wallet and sends Paul some Bitcoin live on the show. Be sure to check out paulvirzi.com for dates. Virzi Effect Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXPqPQdJZO7AoU0C3oED4PQ Shuli Shows: Patreon.com/TheShuliShow Patreon.com/ThanksForComingOut DISCLAIM...
Feb 11, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Transcript available on Metacast Vinny talks about the record setting Department of Justice seizure of 119,754 Bitcoin valued at 4.5 billion dollars related to the 2016 Bitfinex exchange hack. Vinny discusses how it was done and how they got caught and addresses the problems criminals have actually using the Bitcoin they steal. DISCLAIMER: All opinions are my own. Podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal, financial or medical advice. All contents copyright Vinny's Proof of Work Podc...
Feb 09, 2022•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast A solo show for Vinny where he talks about the Amir Locke shooting death. Vinny talks about his experience with arrest and search warrants and explains the difference between the two. He talks about the advantages and disadvantages of a no-knock warrant and how they can be lethal for law abiding gun owners looking to justifiably protect themselves. DISCLAIMER: All opinions are my own. Podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal, financial or medical adv...
Feb 06, 2022•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast In episode two Vinny is joined once again by Pat and Shuli to finish their discussion about getting through the FBI Academy. Vinny and Pat get into the details of the drunken night that led to Pat's untimely departure from Quantico. This episode is a continuation from Episode 1. DISCLAIMER: All opinions are my own. Podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal, financial or medical advice. All contents copyright Vinny's Proof of Work Podcast For more grea...
Jan 30, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Transcript available on Metacast Vinny is joined by the infamous Shuli Egar (The Shuli Show) and his former Quantico classmate, Pat Kirk, to talk about getting into the FBI and what the FBI academy was really like. They talk about issues with the polygraph exam and what it is like having someone in your head probing your dirty secrets, the physical fitness exam and what the path to the FBI Academy looked like. Pat starts to open up about some of the things that led to him landing in serious hot water while at the Academy. Vinny...
Jan 30, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast 
