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Dollar Auction ShowBitcoin crashes by $10,000 but we're happy!SummaryIn this episode, Alex and Shimon discuss Bitcoin's power law and its implications for the future of the cryptocurrency. They explain the concept of power law and how it differs from previous models of Bitcoin's price. They also draw parallels between power law in nature and Bitcoin's price corridor. The hosts highlight the significance of the power law model and its rigorous analysis compared to previous models. They conclude by exploring the potential of AI and robotics, showcasing a demo of a robot interacting with Chad GPT-4. The conversation covers various topics related to...2024-03-2751 minDollar Auction Show$70K Bitcoin and the AI RevolutionSummaryIn this conversation, Shimon and Alex discuss the all-time high of Bitcoin and the excitement surrounding it. They also delve into the role of technology in various industries and the exponential growth of tech advancements. The conversation then shifts to Tesla's full self-driving algorithm and the value of edge cases in machine learning. They touch on media manipulation and the biased portrayal of Bitcoin in the media. Finally, they highlight notable Bitcoin critics and the impact of their opinions. In this conversation, Alex and Shimon discuss various topics related to Bitcoin, AI...2024-03-0843 minDollar Auction ShowIt's Just-ismsIn this conversation, Alex and Shimon discuss various topics related to AI and its impact on society. They explore the concept of 'justisms' in AI, where people downplay advancements by saying it's 'just' a certain capability. They also discuss the level of artificial intelligence that would be considered 'actual intelligence' and the challenges of defining intelligence on a linear scale. The conversation delves into tokenization and predicting the next token as a measure of intelligence, as well as the perception of time and power law. They speculate on the future of work in a world with advanced AI and...2024-03-0248 minDollar Auction ShowGoogle's AI Debacle and What It Means For ChinaIn this conversation, Shimon and Alex discuss the recent Google Gemini launch debacle and the challenges of AI alignment. They also explore the issue of trust in Google's AI and the potential impact on the company's future. Additionally, they delve into the importance of understanding and avoiding the spinning of information. The conversation covers topics such as the Hunter Biden scandal and Russian interference, concerns about AI bias, the impact of AI bias on Google's stock, the need for cryptographic proof in AI, China's AI and digital assets, the challenge of ensuring unbiased AI, the arms race of AI...2024-02-2648 minDollar Auction ShowCIA deep dive with Ken Egan - how to track and stop illicit financeIn this conversation, Ken Egan, a retired CIA officer, shares his insights on Bitcoin and its implications within the intelligence community. He discusses how Bitcoin is viewed as a tool and emphasizes that it is not optimized for illicit activity. Ken also highlights the importance of educating lawmakers about Bitcoin and the need for a broader perspective in the discussion of its future. He addresses the idea of imposing restrictions on US miners and emphasizes the role of other tools in combating ransomware. Ken concludes by expressing his excitement about Bitcoin's potential to modernize energy grids and protect wealth...2024-02-2056 minDollar Auction ShowBitcoin and the CIAIn this episode, Alex and Shimon discuss various topics including the intelligence community's interest in Bitcoin, the impact of regulation on markets, Elizabeth Warren's misunderstanding of interest rates, concerns about Biden's cognitive abilities, Putin's unhinged interview, India's potential, and the situation in Gaza. The conversation discusses the challenges and potential solutions in the ongoing conflict in Gaza. It highlights the difficulties in conquering the city of Ra'afah, where terrorists, hostages, and leadership are located. The conversation also mentions the problem of IEDs on the border with Egypt and the fear of creating holes in the fence. However, the speaker...2024-02-1245 minDollar Auction ShowApple, AR, and War TechSummaryThe conversation covers various topics including the Apple Vision Pro, the implications of augmented reality, open source AI, the economic impact of Apple Vision Pro and government spending, the relationship between immigration and economic success, and a preview of a future discussion on military technology. In this conversation, Shimon Lazarov discusses the development of the Road Runner, a jet-powered drone designed to intercept aerial threats. He explains how the drone's speed and propulsion system make it more effective than traditional drones. The conversation then shifts to the importance of innovation and investment...2024-02-0345 minDollar Auction ShowBitcoin ETF, Bitcoin price and M2, border crisis and more!In this conversation, Alex & Shimon discuss various topics including investment advisors and Bitcoin education, expectations for Bitcoin ETF approval, the relationship between Bitcoin price and M2, the border crisis, immigration process, and the cognitive decline of Joe Biden. Alex also highlights Vivek's stances and fresh perspective on politics.Takeaways* Investment advisors need to be educated about Bitcoin and ETFs to effectively advise their clients.* The approval of a Bitcoin ETF is expected to bring new money into the market, but it may take some time for investment advisors to fully understand and recommend these products.2024-02-0247 minDollar Auction ShowRobots, AI, and ProductivityShimon and I delve into the world of Amazon robot logistics, future of work, renewable energy, the Bitcoin ETF and even the Ukraine and Israeli conflicts. Lots to unpack!Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcHardcorefinanceshow.comFollow us on Twitter@MrEBITDA@ShimonLazarovSupport the show2024-01-2345 minDollar Auction ShowBitcoin ETF, technology deflation and moreAlex and Shimon are back together to kick the new year off. We discuss the bitcoin ETF launch, price volatility vs predictability, Elizabeth Warren's crazy new FUD narrative, and a lot more! Join us for another great episode.Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcHardcorefinanceshow.comFollow us on Twitter@MrEBITDA@ShimonLazarovSupport the show2024-01-2245 minDollar Auction ShowBitcoin is like Passover .... wait what?!?!?Today on Passover Alex discusses how #Bitcoin is like Passover…. Wait what?!?!?!?Both involve a story of liberation: Passover celebrates the liberation of the Jewish people from slavery in Egypt, while Bitcoin represents a potential liberation of people from traditional financial systems that are controlled by governments and banks.Both have a strong sense of tradition: Passover is celebrated each year with the same rituals and traditions, while Bitcoin has a strong community of supporters who are committed to the idea of a decentralized currency.Then Alex talks about the current Energy fight an...2023-04-0525 minDollar Auction ShowDebt Crisis, GDP, and Social Security Reform with Dr. Larry Kotlikoff Part 2Our special guest is Professor Lawrence Kotlikoff, economics professorat Boston University and ranked by The Economist magazine as one ofthe world’s 25 most influential economists. Larry is also thepresident of Economic Security Planning, Inc. and the founder ofMaximize My Social Security and MaxiFi.We spoke about different investment strategies, ways for governmentsto grow their GDP in order to fund their unfunded liabilities, someinteresting solutions to the healthcare costs crisis, ways in whichtechnology can create prosperity and a lot more.To learn mo...2023-03-2258 minDollar Auction ShowBank runs and overhauling the Government with Dr Larry KotlikoffIn today’s episode, Shimon discusses the recent Silicon Valley bank debacle, the response from the federal reserve, and what it means for the price of Bitcoin and stocks. Are we about to see a large amount of money printing or will the federal reserve be able to sustain interest rates at high levels? Our special guest is Professor Lawrence Kotlikoff, economics professor at Boston University and ranked by The Economist magazine as one of the world’s 25 most influential economists. Larry is also the president of Economic Security Planning, Inc. and the...2023-03-1557 minDollar Auction ShowKristen Ragusin and the Scarcity of Money Part 2Alex and Shimon discuss the latest in the markets and the upcoming Bitcoin halving. Will the previous pattern of sideways action and then an upward break repeat itself? They also discuss the latest unemployment and CPI prints and how the current methodology of calculating these metrics that the federal reserve relies on for determining the monetary policy, may no longer be accurate for the post-covid world. We discuss a thesis where the actual CPI is lower, and actual unemployment is higher, which means that the federal reserve can start reversing course sooner rather than later.We then...2023-03-081h 01Dollar Auction ShowMisunderstanding of Money with Kristen Ragusin Part 1; and also Celsius Bankruptcy FTX Guilty PleaToday Alex and Shimon discuss the latest Bitcoin news, the decoupling of Bitcoin and the traditional markets, and the Celsius bankruptcy proceedings. Critically, the Celsius retail claw back rule and how that can affect Our guest today is Kristen Ragusin. Kristen is a professional wealth management consultant with twenty-five years of experience. Investing over $150 million, she helps clients navigate markets and achieve financial goals. She is a certified digital currency professional and earned her Master's Degree from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University. Kristen holds certificates in FinTech from the Massachusetts In...2023-03-0159 minDollar Auction ShowProfit First with David RichterToday Shimon and Alex discuss the latest news in the #Crypto and #Bitcoin markets, analyzing the latest regulatory challenges brought to crypto by U.S. Regulators. They also touch on national security and #AI – examining how ChatGPT can enable a productivity gain.The featured guest of this episode is David Richter of Simple CFO and the Profit First for REI Podcast.David Richter is an active real estate investor who has been essential in closing over 850 deals which include wholesale, turnkey, BRRRR, owner finance, rentals, lease options, and any other exit strategy you can think of...2023-02-2246 minDollar Auction ShowBitcoin Ordinals and Goodbye to the Hardcore Finance ShowIn today’s episode Shimon and Alex say good bye to the Hardcore Finance Show and hello to the Dollar Auction Show. The Dollar Auction Show will be the Digital Asset Strategy show - focusing on Growth and Management Strategy in the Digital Asset sphere. Shimon will bring the Marketing/Growth/Strategy angle and Alex will bring the Strategy/Technical/Financial angle. Together, Alex and Shimon discuss the latest news in the Digital Asset world, and read the tea leaves about what is coming down the pike and how players should react. In each...2023-02-0949 minDollar Auction Show2023 - The Year of Crypto Regulation2023 is the year of crypto regulation and while all global regulators are important, the US Regulators seem to drive the global Crypto Agenda. Most media outlets are reporting on regulation in the crypto space, but we, at the Hardcore Finance show are going straight to the source. In this episode, Alex goes to Capital Hill to chat with his representatives about the upcoming Crypto regulation. We sleuthed around Congress so that you don’t have to. Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcHardcorefinanceshow.comFollow us...2023-02-0129 minDollar Auction ShowBuilding in 2023Alex discusses 2023 and how to use this year to build. The episode goes through old mistakes, reflections on the crypto space and how to be a mature company, as well as what does 2023 have in store for us. Alex email for comments: alex@hardcorefinanceshow.comApple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcHardcorefinanceshow.comFollow us on Twitter@MrEBITDA@ShimonLazarovSupport the show2023-01-0526 minDollar Auction ShowGPT3 will save us from the debt crisisShimon and Alex discuss GPT3, and its recently released to the public chatbot. We discuss the deflationary aspects of having artificial intelligence being able to answer prompts and develop them into narratives, solving problems, coming up with a reason the recent ROI of marketing campaigns is dropping and a lot more!Will this deflation enable the government to print a lot of money without causing prices to spike? Join us to find out.Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcwww.Hardcorefinanceshow.comFollow...2022-12-1627 minDollar Auction ShowThe privatization of money - How Bitcoin can lead to human flourishing across the globeIn this third installment of the privatization of money, Shimon discusses the different advantages that privatization of any resource has from the point of view of the government. Then he continues to analyze what is unique about money and how the privatization of the good called "money" can bring prosperity to the worldwide population.Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcwww.Hardcorefinanceshow.comFollow us on Twitter@MrEBITDA@ShimonLazarovSupport the show2022-11-2942 minDollar Auction ShowWe are in a funk and so is the marketIn this episode, Alex and Shimon discuss the following:* The recent ripple effects from the interest rate increases* The large hit that crypto took* The FTX saga - using customer funds to gamble with* FTX valuation drivers and why they weren’t reliable* Lack of due diligence by traditional VCs* Effective altruism and it’s possible terrible consequences* DeFi yield and where it comes from* Is punitive regulation coming?Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcHardcorefinanceshow.com...2022-11-2542 minDollar Auction ShowThe downfall of FTX (no other description needed)Shimon and Alex discuss the fallout from the FTX debacle and next steps for Crypto and Bitcoin. Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcHardcorefinanceshow.comFollow us on Twitter@MrEBITDA@ShimonLazarovSupport the show2022-11-1133 minDollar Auction ShowRepresentative Margaret Croke and the future of Crypto LegislationIn today’s episode Alex and Shimon welcome back Representative Margaret Croke. Representative Croke represents the 12th District in Illinois and has been a big crypto proponent. Representative Croke talks to us about the future of crypto regulation, what would it take to get sensible regulation passed, governments adopting blockchain technology and much more. If regulation + crypto is important to you (and it should be!) don’t miss this!https://www.repcroke.com/Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcHardcorefinanceshow.comFollow us on T...2022-11-0953 minDollar Auction ShowThe Upcoming Real Estate Turmoil with David BlattIn today’s episode Alex welcomes David Blatt back on the show. We talk about the massive bond yield hikes of the last 6 months, the Fed Pivot, effects on the real estate market – both residential and commercial and when the bottom in Real Estate will come. David is CEO of CapStack Partners, focused on helping clients find real estate investment & capital solutions. He is also the Founder & CEO of Banxel, the first lender2lender marketplace to syndicate, buy & sell real estate loans. With a background in distressed real estate, Mr. Blatt has successfully structured & closed countle...2022-10-2657 minDollar Auction ShowThe Jackson Hole debacle. Will we get into a deep recession?In this episode of the hardcore finance show, Shimon discusses the disastrous short term effects of the Fed's Jackson Hole meeting. Is there a silver lining waiting in the long term, or are we up for more carnage in the markets? Can raising interest rates be good for the economy long term? And how does all of that affect the cryptocurrency markets? Tune in to find out.Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcwww.thehardcorefinanceshow.comFollow us on Twitter@MrEBITDA@ShimonLazarov...2022-10-2123 minDollar Auction ShowMinting Millionaires - with Tony BradshawWant to be a MILLIONAIRE? Tony Bradshaw - the award winning wealth coach - teaches us how to make the Millionaire Choice. Shimon, Alex, and Tony discuss how to manage money, what is real wealth, asset classes, the current financial crisis, and even.... a bit of crypto. This is one of the best and most informative episodes yet!https://www.tonybradshaw.com/https://www.themillionairechoice.com/Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcHardcorefinanceshow.comFollow us on Twitter@M...2022-10-1956 minDollar Auction ShowHardcore Finance Show - Our New IdentityIn this Episode Shimon and Alex wrangle with the Identity of the Hardcore Finance Show and why talking to people about finance and financial freedom is so near and dear to our hearts. Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcHardcorefinance.comFollow us on Twitter@MrEBITDA@ShimonLazarovSupport the show2022-10-0525 minDollar Auction ShowUkraine, Russia, the Fed and the latest and greatest in the global markets - PART 2Shimon and Alex discuss the recent happenings in the Ukraine - Russia war and how that will impact the global markets. Part 2Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcHardcorefinance.comFollow us on Twitter@MrEBITDA@ShimonLazarovSupport the show2022-09-2827 minDollar Auction ShowUkraine, Russia, the Fed and the latest and greatest in the global markets - PART 1Shimon and Alex discuss the recent happenings in the Ukraine - Russia war and how that will impact the global marketsApple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcHardcorefinance.comFollow us on Twitter@MrEBITDA@ShimonLazarovSupport the show2022-09-2126 minDollar Auction ShowThe Federal Reserve Jackson Hole meeting and its effect on marketsIn this episode of the hardcore finance show, Shimon discusses the disastrous short term effects of the Fed's Jackson Hole meeting. Is there a silver lining waiting in the long term, or are we up for more carnage in the markets? Can raising interest rates be good for the economy long term? And how does all of that affect the cryptocurrency markets? Tune in to find out.Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcFollow us on Twitter@MrEBITDA@ShimonLazarovSupport the show2022-08-2923 minDollar Auction ShowThe Ethereum Merge - is it actually Bullish for Bitcoin?Shimon and Alex walk the streets of DC and discuss the upcoming Ethereum Merge. Is it actually bullish for Bitcoin? Is Proof of Stake better than Proof of Work?Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcHardcorefinance.comFollow us on Twitter@MrEBITDA@ShimonLazarovSupport the show2022-08-1825 minDollar Auction ShowAre we in a Recession?Recession?!?!? That terrible four (9) letter word! are we in one? What does it mean to be in one? Should we panic? Where do we hide? Why isn't Joe Biden doing anything!?Alex goes into all of these points and more in the latest episode of the Hardcore Finance Show.Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcHardcorefinance.comFollow us on Twitter@MrEBITDA@ShimonLazarovSupport the show2022-07-2926 minDollar Auction ShowWhen will the Pain Stop?Shimon and Alex get together to discuss the stock market pain and if and when it will stop. Are you hurting? So are we!Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcHardcorefinance.comFollow us on Twitter@MrEBITDA@ShimonLazarovSupport the show2022-06-1527 minDollar Auction ShowHave we hit the market bottom?In this episode of hardcore finance, Alex and Shimon discuss whether we have hit the market bottom, or whether we have more losses ahead of us.The bull case - the fed will be able to lower interest rates without increasing inflation further. The bear case - interest rates are going up and market will continue to crash.We discuss the prospects of both of these scenarios as well as a lot more - are we on a growth trend? Will the war in Ukraine's impact on the markets end soon, and a lot more....2022-05-2534 minDollar Auction ShowMarket Bloodbath and the Interest Rate PanicIn this episode, Shimon and Alex discuss the recent drop in the markets:* How long will the bloodbath continue?* Will the federal reserve be able to increase interest rates for much longer?* How similar is the current situation to the end of 2018?* Is the NASDAQ in a technical correction?* Can the keynsian method work? If the interest rate increases now, could it be good for long term growth?* If the government didn't increase interest rates in the good times, what can they do in the bad times?* Are we paying for Trump's...2022-05-0628 minDollar Auction ShowWe are back! Ukraine, the Fed, Bitcoin and more!Shimon and Alex are back after a while to discuss the following topics:* Authoritarianism in Canada* War in Europe* Bank robberies with covid masks* How to make a lot of money - have a belief that is different than everyone else, but also correct* Is the nasdaq still a good place to allocate capital to given the recent volatility* Time horizons for the nasdaq - 6 months vs 10 years* Do politicians have the power to affect economic outcomes over the long term?* The probable outcome of the 40 year bond bull run...2022-05-0356 minDollar Auction ShowWrapping up 2021 and a look at 2022 - Interview with Rob FrascaIn this episode of Hardcore Finance, Alex and Shimon speak with Rob Frasca. Rob is a serial entrepreneur who has built and brought three venture-backed startups to successful exits. He is the co-founder and managing partner of COSIMO Ventures, a venture capital firm that specializes in investing in promising blockchain technologies and cryptocurrencies. Frasca frequently speaks on cryptocurrencies and he and his team invest in disruptive technologies that promise to reshape the way global markets operate in an increasingly digital world. He believes blockchain technology represents the single-largest va...2021-12-3154 minDollar Auction ShowReal Estate, Leverage and the future of Debt - Interview with David Blatt, CEO CapStack PartnersShimon and Alex welcome David Blatt to the show. David is CEO of CapStack Partners, focused on helping clients find real estate investment & capital solutions. He is also the Founder & CEO of Banxel, the first lender2lender marketplace to syndicate, buy & sell real estate loans. With a background in distressed real estate, Mr. Blatt has successfully structured & closed countless complex deals. He is also a frequent public speaker & writer on innovation & capital market trends in real estate. Follow David on Social:https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidblatt-capstackceohttps://twitter.com/capstackceoApple P...2021-11-3049 minDollar Auction ShowBitcoin price pump or panic and the macro mega bullish news!Bitcoin just hit all time highs and then the market dropped. What does this mean? What's really going on? How does the macro landscape affect the markets? And the latest from the Biden Administration.Shimon and Alex seek out the truth.Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcHardcorefinance.comFollow us on Twitter@MrEBITDA@ShimonLazarovSupport the show2021-10-2857 minDollar Auction ShowChina, Yields, Bitcoin, Stocks and more. The week in review.In today's episode of the hardcore finance show, Alex and Shimon discuss the recent weekly events. We talk about china banning bitcoin (again), capital controls, evergrande and their real estate woes, the recent price drop in the markets, the infrastructure bill and its implication on inflation and treasury interest rates, and what does all of this mean about the future. Will the higher rates drive higher real growth, or will they collapse asset prices?Join us for a fascinating discussion!Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4z...2021-10-0131 minDollar Auction ShowEl Salvador adopts Bitcoin, SEC has a bone to pick with Coinbase - a wild week in reviewWhat a week it has been. El Salvador is adopting Bitcoin, crypto markets are REKT, The IMF is rooting against the underprivileged, and Coinbase is airing out their dirty SEC laundry. Shimon and Alex discuss a whirl wind of a week!Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcHardcorefinance.comFollow us on Twitter@MrEBITDA@ShimonLazarovSupport the show2021-09-1339 minDollar Auction ShowFinding the signal in the noise - Interview with Eliaz Tobias of CrowdsenseShimon and Alex welcome back Gil Eyal and Eliaz Tobias of Crowdsense. Crowdsense is one of the best tools in the market for finding signal in noise and can quickly analyze thousands of data points to help investors trade. This is acutely applicable to Crypto as Bitcoin, Ethereum, Cardano, Polkadot and even GameFi tokens like Star Atlas and Axie Infinity are driven by retail sentiment.We discuss whether social media sentiment can predict price movements of cryptocurrencies, the social influencers effect on cryptocurrency adoption, different algorithms that crowdsense users and many more topics. https://www.c...2021-09-0848 minDollar Auction ShowThe case to buy Bitcoin - with a Special Shoutout to KristenShimon and Alex open up the brand new Hardcore Finance Studio. We then re-examine the markets and why people should invest in Bitcoin - as a special request from our fans.Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcHardcorefinance.comFollow us on Twitter@MrEBITDA@ShimonLazarovSupport the show2021-08-1950 minDollar Auction ShowThe Privatization of Money - Part 2In this solo episode, Shimon discusses why governments could let Bitcoin survive and thrive. Some of the questions discussed are:- How could getting rid of the state monopoly of money creation help the state collect more tax revenue?- When would this relevant? - What is our Bitcoin price target before governments start to care? - What is the optimal tax %? - Why do low interest rates hurt productivity and tax collection? Tune in to find out!Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https...2021-08-1918 minDollar Auction ShowThe Privatization of Money - Part 1In this solo episode, Shimon explores a thesis under which governments choose to not stop bitcoinI wanted to start from a desired end result (bitcoin becomes world money) and examine a scenario under which it could happen.The main thesis of bitcoin supporters is that governments cannot stop it. I don’t agree. If the governments could put people on the moon, stop the nazi regime that at some point ruled a huge chunk of the world, and destroy the USSR - a government that had lots of nukes and sent the first man into space and ba...2021-08-0523 minDollar Auction ShowDonald Trump's Legal Reckoning with Glenn KirschnerGlenn Kirschner, Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik chat about the Mueller Report, the workings of the USA legal system on both the federal and state level, Trump’s legal troubles, Trump’s associates charged with fraud and other types of financial crimes and foreign interference into the USA policies.Glenn Kirschner is a retired federal prosecutor who worked under Robert Mueller as chief of homicide in DC. After his public service, Glenn became a legal analyst for MSNBC and other news outlets and started his youtube channel Justice Matters where millions of people tune in e...2021-07-2851 minDollar Auction ShowJoe Biden's Inflation Plan and BNY Mellon's Sinead Colton Grant recapShimon and Alex discuss President Joe Biden's stance on inflation and how he plans to manage it. Is there inflation? Did he misspeak? Does he really think money printing will cause less inflation?We then move on to discuss our interview with the brilliant Sinead Colton Grant and how encouraging it is to have major institutions so deeply understand blockchain, crypto, and Bitcoin.We are more bullish than ever!Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcHardcorefinance.comFollow us on...2021-07-2728 minDollar Auction ShowImpact Investing with Digital Assets – Interview with Sinead Colton Grant of BNY MellonBNY Mellon’s Sinead Colton Grant, Alex Chizhik and Shimon Lazarov chat about Digital Asset Impact Investing and many topics in the intersection of digital currencies, the traditional fintech space, and the global macro environment.We discussed:• Bitcoin as a store of value• The global macro landscape• The role of digital currencies in the rapidly developing fintech space• Ways to determine the value of digital assets• Banking the unbanked• Bitcoin as both an asset and a monetary network• Innovation in the fintech space• The results of the recent monetary expansion on the g...2021-07-2152 minDollar Auction ShowProperty Rights, Criminal Activity and the Power of the States - Interview with Lee BratcherToday on the Hardcore Finance Podcast we welcome Lee Bratcher of the Texas Blockchain Council. (https://texasblockchaincouncil.org/). We talk about how fundamental property rights are to capitalism and democracy, Bitcoin and illicit activity, and the incredible movement brewing underneath the surface across many States. Texasblockchainsummit.org texasblockchaincouncil.org Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbr Spotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfc Hardcorefinance.comFollow us on Twitter @MrEBITDA@ShimonLazarovSupport the show2021-07-0145 minDollar Auction ShowWhy Buy Bitcoin with Andy EdstromAndy Edstrom is the author of the book "Why Buy Bitcoin". We discuss many topics such as inflation, government monetary policy, the investment case for Bitcoin and a lot more.Follow Andy on twitter: https://twitter.com/edstromandrewOr visit his website: http://www.andyedstrom.com/Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcwww.hardcorefinance.comFollow us on Twitter@MrEBITDA@ShimonLazarovSupport the show2021-06-251h 00Dollar Auction ShowGold vs Bitcoin vs other stores of valueIn today's Hardcore Finance show we interview Ravi Sood, a Canadian financier and venture capitalist. Sood was raised in Waterloo, Ontario and resides in Hong Kong. He received a bachelor's degree in mathematics from the University of Waterloo. He is the co-founder and former CEO of Navina Asset Management and its predecessor company Lawrence Asset Management, which at its peak controlled over $800 million in assets globally.Sood has also founded several businesses operating in emerging markets, including Buchanan Renewables, Feronia Inc., Jade Power Trust, and Galane Gold. He is well known in Canada as a regular TV...2021-06-151h 09Dollar Auction ShowInterview with David J Kovacs - CEO of Emmersive Entertainment at Bitcoin Miami 2021David Kovacs - the co-founder of First Contact Entertainment and Founder & CEO of Emmersive Entertainment - talks to Alex about his new acquisition of Lomotif, his vision for NFTs, and his plans to help artists monetize their creations. This was the hottest talk in the pressroom of Bitcoin 2021David Kovacs' background is fascinating specializing in investment banking, private equity, and venture capital and has extensive experience in both mature and emerging markets, having analyzed hundreds of deals and executed both buy and sell-side engagements. Mr. Kovacs served as the Head of Investment Banking, Research, and Private Equity...2021-06-0708 minDollar Auction ShowThe Ultimate Bitcoin Stress TestIn this episode Shimon and Alex chat about the latest Bitcoin price drop, the FUD around Bitcoin, the China Ban, and Elon Musk's Energy tweets. Does it all matter? Should we be scared? http://hardcorefinance.comApple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcSupport Hardcore Finance: https://www.hardcorefinance.com/donateSupport the show2021-05-2643 minDollar Auction ShowBitcoin's value proposition - interview with CroesusToday Shimon is joined by Croesus - one of the best twitter handles to follow on bitcoin. We discuss Bitcoin's value proposition, its comparison to the stock market, inflation and a lot more.- Business school attitudes towards bitcoin- Ethereum as a technology vs bitcoin as a breakthrough in money- Bitcoin bootstrapping itself from nothingness to being an increasingly credible store of value- The significance of halving cycles- Hyperinflation and price stability- The stock market as a hedge against inflation- Life experiences of losing faith...2021-05-1958 minDollar Auction ShowLaunching The State of Illinois into the Cryptoverse with Representative Margaret CrokeShimon and Alex welcome Representative Margaret Croke from Illinois’ 12th District – Go Cubs!Representative Croke is a freshman State Legislator embarking on world-changing things. She has led the charge to make Illinois the most crypto and Bitcoin friendly state in the U.S. and allowed Shimon and Alex to tag along for the ride. In this episode we discuss how Bitcoin and Crypto are sources for good and will be beneficial to Illinois and the U.S. beyond FinTech and even beyond job creation – although both are critically important. We talk about banking the unbanked, renewa...2021-05-1252 minDollar Auction ShowLaunching The State of Illinois into the Cryptoverse with Representative Margaret Croke - PreviewOn Wednesday May 12th Shimon and Alex welcome Representative Margaret Croke from Illinois’ 12th District – Go Cubs!Representative Croke is a freshman State Legislator embarking on world-changing things. She has led the charge to make Illinois the most crypto and Bitcoin friendly state in the U.S. and allowed Shimon and Alex to tag along for the ride. In this episode we discuss how Bitcoin and Crypto are sources for good and will be beneficial to Illinois and the U.S. beyond FinTech and even beyond job creation – although both are critically important. We talk about banking the un...2021-05-1002 minDollar Auction ShowInvesting in Innovation with NEA's Ben NarasinToday, Shimon and Alex welcome famed entrepreneur and star VC – Ben Narasin of NEA. We discuss what founders should look for in VCs, where pockets of opportunity are in the market, how to think about innovation, the Biden proposed Capital Gains Tax increases, and even Bitcoin and crypto. -------------------NEA is a global venture capital firm focused on helping entrepreneurs build transformational businesses with nearly $24 billion in cumulative committed capital. NEA focuses on tech and healthcare companies. Ben is a prolific entrepreneur and a highly regarded early-stage investor with mega hits such as: Dr...2021-05-051h 03Dollar Auction ShowBen Narasin PreviewOn Wednesday, May 5th, on the Hardcore Finance Show (http://hardcorefinance.com), Shimon and Alex welcome famed entrepreneur and star VC – Ben Narasin of NEA. We discuss what founders should look for in VCs, where pockets of opportunity are in the market, how to think about innovation, the Biden proposed Capital Gains Tax increases, and even Bitcoin and crypto. -------------------NEA is a global venture capital firm focused on helping entrepreneurs build transformational businesses with nearly $24 billion in cumulative committed capital. NEA focuses on tech and healthcare companies. Ben is a prolific entre...2021-05-0402 minDollar Auction ShowPresident Biden's Cap Gains Tax Plan DisasterToday Alex talks about his view of President Biden’s Tax Policy – specifically his proposal to increase capital gains taxes to 43.8% on individuals making more than $1,000,000 per year. In our view this is a disastrous policy with terrible consequences and it goes much deeper than “tax the rich”. In this episode, Alex discusses:1. The origin of Capital gains taxes and why they are unique2. Capital vs. Income taxes3. Entrepreneurship, risk taking, and their ties to Capital Gains4. Wealth vs. Money – how they are vastly different5. Inflation6. Leverage and unintended behavior7. Trading fre...2021-04-2826 minDollar Auction ShowVroom Vroom will we get an Infrastructure Boom? With Dritan NeshoToday Shimon and Alex discuss Infrastructure with Dritan Nesho. Dritan was ranked the most accurate pollster of the 2020 election cycle and brings with him fresh data on Biden’s infrastructure plan. Do most Americans want the bill to pass? Do Democrats? You’ll be surprised at the latest polling data!http://hardcorefinance.com@ShimonLazarov@MrEBITDAhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dritan-nesho-589a8237/Support the show2021-04-2250 minDollar Auction ShowYellin or Gellin about the wise Janet YellenToday Shimon and Alex discuss Shimon's musing on Janet Yellen and her push for Joe Biden's Infrastructure plan. Specifically, he advocacy of increasing the corporate income tax. You can find the musing here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1575751/episodes/8291184We talk about Shimon's take of the merits of her argument and whether it holds water. http://hardcorefinance.com@ShimonLazarov@MrEBITDASupport the show2021-04-1637 minDollar Auction ShowCoinbase IPO - to Buy or Not to BuyThe Coinbase IPO is finally here. Shimon and Alex discuss the Bull and Bear case, our trading strategy, pros and cons to buying long or entering a long/short strategy, and what this means for the markets at large. Don't miss this one as after April 14th, the world will not be the same. hardcorefinance.com@ShimonLazarov@MrEBITDASupport the show2021-04-1444 minDollar Auction ShowWill increasing corporate tax rates make the USA more competitive? Shimon reacts to Janet Yellen's WSJ opinion pieceJanet Yellen wrote an opinion piece for the wall street journal in which she claims that increasing corporate tax rates will make the USA more competitive on the world stage. I respectfully disagree.What's even worse is that she is cherry picking data to make readers reach the wrong conclusions. I dive into all of these topics and provide my opinion.http://hardcorefinance.comApple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcSupport Hardcore Finance: https://www.hardcorefinance.com/donate@MrEBITDA2021-04-0723 minDollar Auction ShowAre you Gigafied? - How the Gig Economy will change everything with Gad AllonToday Alex and Shimon chat with Gad Allon – an award-winning and favorite professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. We discuss the one macro shift that is disrupting everything and we don’t even know it: Gigafication. We talk about the Gig Economy of today, the immense challenge of matching Supply and Demand, how the concept of the “firm” is dead as we know it, and the off-the-charts efficiencies Gigafication will bring. _________________________________________Gad Allon is the Jeffrey A. Keswin Professor and Professor of Operations, Information & Decisions, and the director of the Management and Techn...2021-03-2957 minDollar Auction ShowThe Future of Media with Chris ErwinToday Shimon and Alex welcome Chris Erwin Founder of RockWater Industries. It's a killer chat about New Media, #Clubhouse, at-homification, #NFTs. We talk about how brands have expanded their presence into the home, the fight for attention, tradeoffs between high-production media and live events (such as clubhouse) and even how to value NFTs. If you're into new media you cannot miss this pod!Chris Erwin is the founder of RockWater, a research and advisory firm for media, tech, and commerce brands. Their clients range from YouTube and ViacomCBS, to Team Coco and Cool Japan Fund...2021-03-2249 minDollar Auction ShowNeed Your Help! Shimon and I are working to make Illinois the most Digital Asset - Friendly State in the USWe need your help! Shimon and Alex have been working with the Honorable Representative Croke (https://crokeforillinois.com/) to make Illinois the most Digital Asset -friendly state. It will boost jobs, bank the unbanked, bring business and fintech to the entire state and Chicago. Bill HB3968 will come out of committee on March 23rd and go to the floor for a vote. Help us and help yourselves!What can you do?1. Read the bill: https://tinyurl.com/vdju6jvt2. Sign a witness slip showing your support: https://tinyurl.com/cbrs5x2k (Anyone can sign)2021-03-1902 minDollar Auction ShowMusing: Let's correct the facts - Is Bitcoin green or dirty?There is a massive Bitcoin Energy usage debate out there about Bitcoin being Green or dirty. It is completely wrong and both sides don't understand what they are talking about. @MrEBITDA worked in energy in the past and corrects the record once and for all. hardcorefinance.com@ShimonLazarov@MrEBITDASupport the show2021-03-1812 minDollar Auction ShowDivya Narendra on SumZero, Equities, Bitcoin, monetary policy & a lot moreToday we are thrilled to welcome Divya Narendra, the Founder and CEO of SumZero, the world's largest investment community.We talk about how Divya founded Sumzero, the investment research community, fed monetary policy, bitcoin, generating alpha and a lot more.hardcorefinance.comsumzero.com@MrEBITDA@ShimonLazarov@divyanarendraSupport the show2021-03-151h 06Dollar Auction ShowThe Complex Maze of Security - Wasim AhmadToday we are thrilled to welcome Wasim Ahmad - the Chief Crypto Officer of Vault12 - to the Podcast. Wasim is a serial entrepreneur with five exits, and an advisor in the fields of AI, the blockchain, cryptocurrency, and encryption solutions. At Vault12, he led the private and public fundraising - one of the world’s first STOs and focuses today on expanding the Vault12 ecosystem. We discuss different security measures and how security will become paramount in the world of cryptocurrencies. If you ever had a question about passwords, online security, your privacy, do not miss th...2021-03-0854 minDollar Auction ShowWill we experience inflation in the near future given the fact that more and more of our economy has a near-zero marginal cost?In today's episode, Alex and Shimon discuss the topic of inflation. Is it good or bad? Do we see it coming up on the horizon? Does the fact that we're moving to a zero marginal cost economy impact the effect of money printing on inflation?Visit us at www.hardcorefinance.comFollow us on twitter:@shimonlazarov@mrebitdaSupport the show2021-03-011h 08Dollar Auction ShowAre bitcoin and the stock market in a bubble?In today's episode, Alex and Shimon discuss the recent sentiment around the stock market and bitcoin being in a bubble territory. Are we due for a correction soon? Tune in to find out.Follow us on twitter:@shimonlazarov@mrebitdawww.hardcorefinance.comSupport the show2021-02-2355 min