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Memetics | Knut Svanholm | Everything Divided By 21 Million | Episode 6 of 12
In Episode 6 of our 12-part deep dive into Knut Svanholm's "Everything Divided By 21 Million," we explore one of the most fascinating concepts in Bitcoin philosophy: memetics and the unstoppable spread of ideas. KEY TOPICS COVERED: • Richard Dawkins' "The Selfish Gene" and the birth of memetic theory • How ideas evolve and survive like biological genes • Martin Luther's printing press revolution: the original meme warfare against institutional power • Why bad memes survive (and how Bitcoin is different) • The Lindy Effect: predicting which ideas will outlast us all • Bitcoin as "the mother meme" spawning infinite der...
2025-12-24
20 min
Cypherpunk’d
Morality | Knut Svanholm | Everything Divided By 21 Million | Episode 5 of 12
"If the people of the nation understood our banking and monetary system, I believe there would be a revolution before tomorrow morning." — Henry Ford. In Episode 5 of the Infinity Series, Paul sits down with philosopher and author Knut Svanholm to peel back the layers of the greatest moral crisis of our time: the fiat monetary system. We dive deep into the "Non-Aggression Principle," the reality of property rights, and why the current banking system isn't just inefficient—it’s inherently predatory. From the "existential money printer" of organized religion to the modern-day theft of inflation and VA...
2025-12-20
26 min
Cypherpunk’d
Energy | Knut Svanholm | Everything Divided By 21 Million | Episode 4 of 12
Is the consensus mechanism of the US Dollar actually World War? In Episode 4 of the Infinity Series on Cypherpunk'd, we sit down with Bitcoin philosopher and author Knut Svanholm to dismantle the "energy FUD" and explore the terrifying reality of our current monetary system. We discuss the chilling parallels between Robert Oppenheimer and Satoshi Nakamoto, how inflation funds the military-industrial complex, and why Proof of Work is the only path to genuine world peace. In this episode, we cover: - The Oppenheimer Paradox: How Satoshi used physics to solve violence. - The...
2025-12-13
26 min
Cypherpunk’d
Ownership | Knut Svanholm | Everything Divided By 21 Million | Ep 3 of 12
In Episode 3 of the Everything Divided By 21 Million series, we dismantle the illusion of ownership in "Fiat Land." Matty Ice sits down with author and philosopher Knut Svanholm to explore why you don't actually own your home, your gold, or your bank account—you merely possess them until the state decides otherwise. We break down the terrifying reality that 97-98% of all money isn't even physically real, and how during the peak of 2021, the system printed roughly $21 million for every single Bitcoin mined. In this episode: - Possession vs. Ownership: Why the guy "ma...
2025-12-09
44 min
Cypherpunk’d
Alchemy | Knut Svanholm | Everything Divided By 21 Million | Ep 2 of 12
Is Bitcoin a discovery of physics or just financial code? In Episode 2 of the Infinity Series, we sit down with Knut Svanholm (Author, Bitcoin: Everything Divided by 21 Million) to dismantle the biggest lie in modern economics: that Central Bankers are the "experts." In reality, they are failed alchemists who print value out of thin air. We explore the "Element Zero" theory—the idea that Bitcoin is the world’s first and only informational element. It has no protons, no neutrons, and no mass, yet it anchors objective reality more firmly than gold. In this...
2025-12-04
29 min
Protocol Pulse
Is AI Killing Industrial Mining? The Return of Home Bitcoin Mining w/ Solo Satoshi
Are the biggest Bitcoin miners leaving the network to chase AI profits? Live from Mining Disrupt 2025 in Texas, Matty Ice (Consensus Protocol) sits down with Matt, CEO of Solo Satoshi, to discuss the shifting landscape of the mining industry. As industrial giants pivot toward High-Performance Computing (HPC) and AI for higher payouts, a massive opportunity is opening up for the little guy. In this episode, we dive into: The AI Pivot: Why massive mining facilities are switching off SHA-256 and switching on AI compute. The Bitax Revolution: How open-source, low-power devices...
2025-12-02
08 min
Cypherpunk’d
Time | Knut Svanholm | Everything Divided By 21 Million | Ep 1 of 12
What if inflation is “mass time theft,” money is a rigged game, and Bitcoin is humanity’s upgrade from caves to the stars? In this first episode of Cypherpunk’d, Matty sits down with Bitcoin author and philosopher Knut Svanholm to demolish everything you think you know about money, time, and freedom. This episode sets the foundation for the entire series by examining: - Why “time is the only truly finite resource” - How inflation, taxes & money printing create stealth slavery - Why fiat makes it “very expensive to be poor” - The link between...
2025-11-29
27 min
Cypherpunk’d
Everything Divided by 21 Million: Knut Svanholm on Bitcoin as Humanity's Evolutionary Leap | Official Trailer
EVERYTHING DIVIDED BY 21 MILLION — Official Series Trailer What if everything you think you know about money, freedom, and human civilization is wrong? Join us for 12 groundbreaking episodes with Bitcoin philosopher Knut Svanholm (@knutsvanholm) as we explore his viral book "Everything Divided by 21 Million" — a complete philosophical demolition of the fiat system and humanity's path to a post-violence world. In this series, Knut argues that Bitcoin isn't just better money — it's humanity's evolutionary leap from cave dwelling to interstellar travel. Element Zero. The thing that cannot be copied. Your first truly non-confiscatable asset. 🔑 KEY...
2025-11-27
02 min
Cypherpunk’d
Bitcoin Self-Custody vs Exchange Risk: Why 95% Still Don't Own BTC | Bitcoin Well
The truth about Bitcoin custody that wealth managers won't tell you. Fresh from the Naples Family Office Wealth Management Symposium, we sat down with Alex Stanczyk (combat veteran & former gold fund manager who's helped family offices acquire over $1 billion in Bitcoin), plus the entire Bitcoin Well team - Chantel Lillycrop-Kostiuk, and Riley Combs - to discuss the custody crisis, institutional adoption, and why self-custody isn't optional anymore. 🔥 KEY TOPICS COVERED: • Why leaving Bitcoin on exchanges is playing Russian roulette with your wealth • The Coinbase custody monopoly problem and regulatory failures • 95% of Bitcoin mined, but 95% of humans...
2025-11-26
1h 13
Cypherpunk’d
Inflation, Debt & Bitcoin: The Economic Truth They Never Taught Us | Alex Stanczyk
The dollar is failing, inflation is theft, and the world’s superpowers are moving gold in secret. In this episode of Cypherpunk'd, we sit down with Alex Stanczyk (@alexstanczyk), a combat veteran, former gold fund manager, and Managing Director at Swan Bitcoin. Alex has guided family offices through over $1 billion in Bitcoin acquisitions, but before that, he spent a decade in the gold industry. He reveals why he abandoned the "safety" of gold for the absolute scarcity of Bitcoin and explains the terrifying math behind the 2% inflation target. We discuss: - The Secret Gold Tr...
2025-11-20
1h 17
Cypherpunk’d
From D1 Athlete to Top 1% Podcaster - Bitcoin, Identity Crisis & The Lie About Success | Shawn French
Top 1% podcaster and high-performance coach Shawn French (@TheDeterminedSociety) joins Cypherpunk'd to demolish the myths of overnight success and external validation. In this deep and raw conversation, Shawn shares his story of having a "full-blown identity crisis" after his D1 baseball career at LSU ended, and how he rebuilt his life by fixing himself first. He reveals the moment his mindset shifted—by changing his alarm clock from "Wake up, bitch" to "I love you, Sean." We explore the parallels between his journey and the core principles of Bitcoin, discussing "proof of work" as a life ph...
2025-10-31
53 min
Cypherpunk’d
Wall Street Insider Exposes How the System Really Works — Bob Iaccino on Bitcoin, Bailouts & Market
He traded through 9/11, 2008, and COVID — now Bob Iaccino is breaking his silence. In this explosive episode of Cypherpunk’d, Bob — a veteran trader, CNBC/Bloomberg commentator, and co-author of *The Unfiltered Investor* — reveals what really happens behind the curtain of global markets. We cover: * The chaos of the CME trading pits and life lessons from a $70K mistake * The death of old-school Wall Street and rise of algorithmic AI trading * Bitcoin vs. Gold, open-source money, and why the “system” fears decentralization * Government overreach, lockdown economics, and how the Fed broke capitalism * What “...
2025-10-25
1h 28
Cypherpunk’d
Pardoned by Trump: Chris Collins Breaks Silence on Insider Trading, Prison & Political Comeback
Former Congressman Chris Collins sits down for an explosive tell-all about being Trump's first congressional endorser, surviving federal prison during COVID, receiving a presidential pardon, and his 2025 political comeback in Florida's 19th district. In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Collins reveals: • Why he was the ONLY congressman standing by Trump after the Access Hollywood tapes • The inside story of his insider trading case and how prosecutors used his son as leverage • What it was like sitting to Trump's left in the Roosevelt Room and Oval Office • His three weeks in solitary confinement during COVID (a...
2025-10-20
1h 04
Cypherpunk’d
Proof-of-Health: Why One Surgeon Rejected the Broken Medical System | Dr. Shawn Baker
Dr. Shawn Baker was a decorated orthopedic surgeon and elite athlete who discovered something the medical system didn't want him to share: his patients were healing WITHOUT surgery just by changing their diet. When he tried to help them avoid operations through nutrition, the hospital system came after him with a sham investigation that cost him three years of his career. In this explosive conversation, Dr. Baker reveals: • How the pharmaceutical industry turned doctors into "subcontractors" • Why disease management replaced actual healing in American healthcare • His experience as a trauma surgeon in Afghanistan treating horrif...
2025-10-15
1h 49
Cypherpunk’d
The Fed's Secret War: How London Controlled the Dollar Until Trump Fought Back | Tom Luongo
Tom Luongo drops nuclear truth bombs about the Federal Reserve, LIBOR, and how the City of London secretly controlled American monetary policy for decades. This isn't your typical Fed discussion. 🔥 KEY TOPICS COVERED: How 18 European banks (LIBOR panel) set U.S. interest rates from 1968-2022 Why Jerome Powell is actually the hero, not the villain The creation of SOFR and America's "financial independence day" Bitcoin's birth during maximum Fed dollar destruction What happened in 1971 and why it matters today The real reason housing became unaffordable Trump & Powell's coordinated strategy to ref...
2025-10-09
3h 25
Cypherpunk’d
Debanked: How 1 in 10 Americans Lose Banking Access and Why Bitcoin Matters | Jorge Jraissati
Millions are discovering their bank accounts can vanish with no warning, no explanation, no recourse. In this Cypherpunk’d interview, Jorge Jraissati (@JraissatiJorge), President of @Econ_Inclusion, breaks down debanking, the Bank Secrecy Act, FATF’s tipping off rules, and the real world cost of financial surveillance. We cover what is happening, why it matters, and practical steps to protect financial freedom and inclusion. What you will learn: • What debanking is and how businesses and individuals get cut off from financial services • Why banks often cannot tell you why accounts are closed • The role of the Ban...
2025-09-27
1h 24
Cypherpunk’d
Good vs Evil, Bitcoin, and Fighting for America’s Future | Michael Thompson
In this explosive episode of Cypherpunk’d, Florida House District 77 candidate Michael Thompson opens up about the fight for freedom, the dangers of censorship, and why he believes politics today is no longer left vs right — it’s good vs evil. Thompson, former Lee County GOP chair and real estate innovator, dives into: * The war on free speech and political persecution across the world * Why Bitcoin and blockchain matter for financial freedom and election integrity * Real stories of corruption in the U.S., Germany, Brazil, and beyond * The personal cost of speaking out an...
2025-09-23
1h 28
Cypherpunk’d
Leaving the Fiat Cult, Bitcoin's Endgame, and the Viral Meme That Changed Everything | Knut Svanholm
In this episode of Cypherpunk'd, we sit down with the legendary Knut Svanholm–Bitcoin philosopher, former sea captain, and the mind behind the iconic "Everything Divided by 21 Million" meme. We explore the unbelievable, almost accidental origin story of how a single sentence he couldn't be bothered to proofread became a global Bitcoin anthem, tattooed on bodies and championed by figures like Michael Saylor. Knut reveals his journey from captaining tall ships and fronting a viral grunge rock band on The Pirate Bay to becoming a leading voice for Bitcoin sovereignty. He shares his controversial view...
2025-09-18
38 min
Cypherpunk’d
Why Our Fiat System Causes Violence & The Debt Spiral Destroying America | CJ Konstantinos
CJ Konstantinos, 10-year Bitcoin veteran and founder of People's Reserve, breaks down how broken money creates social violence and why Bitcoin is humanity's only escape from the $37 trillion debt spiral destroying America. CJK connects the dots between a broken monetary system and the social decay and violence we're witnessing today, including the tragic death of Charlie Kirk. He explains his core thesis of Bitcoin as "engineered money"—a technological upgrade to gold—and how it serves as a "truth machine" in a world of lies. He also shares his personal story of losing millions by selling 100 BTC for...
2025-09-13
1h 33
Cypherpunk’d
How We Build 7-Figure Bitcoin Mining Operations For Our Partners (Full Breakdown)
Ever wonder how you can get into the profitable world of Bitcoin mining without the operational headaches? In this special episode, we flip the script. Matty and John Michael Drew of Curated Mining sit down with artist Tony Torres to give a complete masterclass on their white-glove Bitcoin mining partnership model. We break down exactly how we partner with investors to build, manage, and scale profitable Bitcoin mining operations through custom LLCs. Learn about the huge information asymmetry in the mining industry and how our decade of experience helps our partners leapfrog costly mistakes. From securing the...
2025-09-10
1h 03
Cypherpunk’d
Suitcases of Cash, Mt. Gox Collapse & How Bitcoin Survived the Wild West Days | Michael Moro
Michael Moro, former CEO of Genesis Trading and current Chief Strategy Officer at INX, takes us inside Bitcoin's early institutional days when anarchists showed up with suitcases full of cash and nobody trusted regulated brokers. From witnessing Bitcoin's rise from $100 to $1,300 in 2013, to surviving the Mt. Gox collapse that nearly killed crypto, Michael shares untold stories from the trenches of building the first institutional Bitcoin trading desk. In this raw conversation, we explore: • The Wild West era when cypherpunks refused KYC and brought briefcases of money • How Mt. Gox losing 850,000 Bitcoin almost ended everything • Why th...
2025-09-06
51 min
Cypherpunk’d
Why Hyperinflation Makes Bitcoin Inevitable | Reilly Combs on Financial Privilege & Global Adoption
In this episode of Cypherpunk’d, we sit down with Reilly Combs, Executive Bitcoin Advisor at Bitcoin Well Infinity, to talk about: * Growing up with friends from Venezuela and witnessing currency collapse firsthand * Why Alex Gladstein’s call to check your financial privilege hits hard in the U.S. and G7 nations * The difference between swiping Apple Pay in America and surviving hyperinflation in South America * How Bitcoin is the easiest *orange pill* for people who’ve lost savings multiple times * Why non-custodial, relationship-driven adoption matters for high net worth individuals, family offices, and ev...
2025-09-02
41 min
Cypherpunk’d
Freedom Convoy's BJ Dichter: AI's Woke Agenda, Captured Media & The Global Culture War
Welcome back to Cypherpunk'd! In this explosive episode, we sit down with B.J. Dichter—author of "Honking for Freedom," journalist, and former spokesman for Canada's Freedom Convoy. B.J. dives deep into the weaponization of financial systems, the urgent need for a separation of money and state, and how his experience on the front lines of the Freedom Convoy revealed the dark underbelly of government power. We explore the rapidly evolving world of Artificial Intelligence, dissecting the political biases of models like Grok, Gemini, and ChatGPT. B.J. shares his prov...
2025-08-29
2h 30
Cypherpunk’d
Former UBS Executive Reveals Why He Went ALL IN on Bitcoin | Paul Tarantino's $104M Company Story
Paul Tarantino, CEO of ByteFederal, shares his incredible journey from traditional finance executive to Bitcoin evangelist. After years at UBS and a 140-year-old trust company, Paul became the "water cooler Bitcoin preacher" - until compliance came calling. In this revealing conversation, Paul explains: • Why he told clients he was "irresponsibly long Bitcoin" • How his clients' Bitcoin positions grew from 1% to 30% of portfolios • The compliance confrontation that ended his TradFi career • How ByteFederal went from friends & family money to $104M in sales • Why "people get Bitcoin at the price they deserve" • The simple truth...
2025-08-27
1h 17
Cypherpunk’d
Why Quai Is Built For The Future | AI, GPUs, MEV Elimination & The End of Fiat | Ep 6 of 6
Ever wondered what REALLY goes on behind the scenes in the crypto world with exchanges and market makers? In this eye-opening final episode of our series on Qui Network, we sit down with Dr. K, CTO and co-founder, to expose the shocking realities of exchange listings, the "unethical" incentives driving them, and the insane costs projects face. But it's not all bad news! Dr. K also shares Quai Network's ambitious roadmap to reach a BILLION users in just 18 months and their revolutionary vision for a truly decentralized, censorship-resistant "moral" money system. We delve into their adoption strategies...
2025-08-21
56 min
Cypherpunk’d
Answering the Critics | FUD, Centralization Claims, and What People Get Wrong About Quai
In this raw and unfiltered episode of Cypherpunk, Quai Network's CTO Dr. K directly addresses every major criticism and FUD surrounding the project. From centralization claims to tokenomics debates, he holds nothing back in this comprehensive response to critics. 🔥 ADDRESSING THE FUD: Why proof-of-work isn't "archaic" - it's the only scalable solution The truth behind "node wrangler" early mining controversy KYC requirements explained: legal realities vs. idealistic wishes Tokenomics transparency: why pre-mines aren't always unfair The ONE equation that defines Quai's entire revolutionary system Why "fairness" is a dangerous myth in...
2025-08-16
39 min
Cypherpunk’d
Scalability, Network Design, & The Blockchain Trilemma | Quai Series Ep 4 - 6
In this explosive episode of Cypherpunk’d, we sit down with Dr. K, CTO of Quai Network, to uncover a breakthrough that could redefine blockchain, economics, and money itself. From dismantling Vitalik’s blockchain trilemma to building a system that mirrors a grand unified theory of physics, Dr. K reveals how his team solved scaling in a way no one else dared to attempt. We dig into PoEM (Proof of Entropy Minima), multi-way graphs, causal invariance, and why Chi—Quai’s energy-based currency—is designed not to replace Bitcoin, but the U.S. dollar itself. Along the...
2025-08-14
1h 46
Cypherpunk’d
How Quai's Tokens Work: The Qi + Quai Dual System, Energy Money & Market Incentives | Quai Series Ep 3- 6
In our latest interview, Dr. K @mechanikalk from @QuaiNetwork sits down with @MattyIceSensei and explains how Gresham's Law creates a fatal paradox: Bitcoin is TOO GOOD as money, so people hoard it instead of spending it. 70% of crypto transactions happen in stablecoins - not BTC or ETH. That's not adoption, that's dependency on fiat systems. Even if Lightning could do 50k TPS tomorrow, there's still the core problem: would YOU sign an employment contract paying 2 BTC/year with no dollar reference? Probably not. And that's exactly the issue. The solution?
2025-08-09
1h 46
Cypherpunk’d
Consensus Mechanism: PoEM, Proof-of-Work at Scale & Merge Mining | Quai Series Ep 2 - 6
What if everything you know about blockchain scaling is wrong? What if proof-of-work could outperform proof-of-stake at massive scale while maintaining true decentralization? In Episode 2 of our Quai Network deep dive, CTO Dr. K breaks down their revolutionary PoEM (Proof of Entropy Minima) consensus mechanism - a next-generation proof-of-work algorithm that eliminates selfish mining, enables instant finality, and scales to 100,000+ TPS through merge mining and sharding. We explore: Why proof-of-work is the ONLY way to truly scale (controversial take) How PoEM solves Bitcoin's selfish mining problem The genius of merge mining across Prime, Region...
2025-08-05
1h 27
Cypherpunk’d
What Is Quai? A Complete Overview of the Network, Vision & Why It Matters | Quai Series Ep 1 - 6
Is the current financial system a giant Ponzi scheme? According to Quai Network co-founder Dr. K, the numbers don't lie. A shocking 97% of all US dollars in existence were printed in just the last 18 years, leading to a system of "mouse-click money" that disproportionately hurts the average person while benefiting a select few. In this explosive episode, @MattyIceSensei sits down with @MechanikAlk (Dr. K) of @QuaiNetwork to dissect the systemic rot at the heart of the fiat monetary system. They explore how concepts like "paper gold" are used to manipulate markets, why the current power structure...
2025-07-25
51 min
Cypherpunk’d
Bitcoin's Anti Fragile Evolution | Dr. K On Digital Sovereignty vs CBDCs
In this episode of Cypherpunk’d, we sit down with Dr. K—co-founder and CTO of Quai Network—to explore the forgotten roots of Bitcoin, the antifragile power of crypto experimentation, and the future of decentralized money in an increasingly authoritarian digital age. We trace how Satoshi's vision went beyond Bitcoin, how Monero emerged from Bitcoin’s privacy flaws, and why gold's fate is a cautionary tale for BTC. Dr. K shares how his engineering mindset led him from Grid+ and BlockReduce to building a globally scalable proof-of-work system—one that avoids custodial traps and supports true user sover...
2025-07-18
1h 30
Cypherpunk’d
The Big Print Series: Fix the Money, Fix the World | Episode 12 of 12
Welcome to the FINAL episode of The Big Print Series! In this powerful conclusion, Lawrence Lepard delivers his ultimate call to action—showing us the path forward from our broken fiat system to a sound money future that could usher in a new golden age of human prosperity. In this climactic episode: The Sound Money Revolution: Why educating others isn't optional—it's our most critical mission From Broken to Beautiful: How Ecuador's hyperinflation reset proves sound money transitions work The Great Awakening: Building a movement like the anti-war protests that ended VietnamDefending Against FUD: Stee...
2025-07-03
40 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Big Print Series: Why Digital Scarcity Changed Everything Forever | Episode 11 of 12
Welcome back to The Big Print Series! In this mind-bending Episode 11, Lawrence Lepard reveals why Bitcoin isn't just "digital gold"—it's something humanity has NEVER seen before. We're witnessing the birth of perfectly inelastic money that no army can overrun. In this episode: • The invention of digital scarcity: How Bitcoin solved the impossible problem • Why Bitcoin is the most inelastic commodity in human history • Power Law predictions: $326K in 5 years, $1.1M in 10 years, $7M in 20 years • The home that cost 664 Bitcoin in 2016 now costs 6.6 Bitcoin—100x purchasing power protection • "Not your keys, not your...
2025-06-29
1h 01
Cypherpunk’d
The Big Print Series: Bitcoin, Decentralization & the End of Centralized Power | Episode 10 of 12
Welcome back to The Big Print Series! In Episode 10, we shift focus from macro numbers to the philosophical—and structural—core of the new world: decentralization. From ancient revolutions to Bitcoin, this episode traces the long arc of human resistance to centralized power—and shows why the next leap is not just technical, but evolutionary. Larry Lepard joins to explore how decentralization isn’t just a feature of Bitcoin—it’s its very soul. In this episode: • Why decentralization leads to fairness—and why mammals instinctively hate unfair systems • The Swiss model: what a working micro-de...
2025-06-26
38 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Big Print Series: Bitcoin, Real Estate, and the Generational Wealth Transfer | Episode 9 of 12
Welcome back to The Big Print Series! In Episode 9, Lawrence Lepard joins Matty to unpack one of the most seismic shifts unfolding right now: the collapse of legacy wealth stores and the rise of Bitcoin as the new sound money. In this deeply personal and eye-opening conversation, Larry reveals how decades of bad incentives—fueled by fiat money and Keynesian policy—have distorted housing, stocks, and even human behavior. Now, as the money-printing machine accelerates, a new generation is opting out. In this episode: • The Steve Jobs moment for Bitcoin: why the spreadsheet was to the...
2025-06-21
1h 18
Cypherpunk’d
The Big Print Series: "Bitcoin is God's Gift to Humanity" | Episode 8 of 12
Welcome back to The Big Print Series! In this mind-blowing Episode 8, Lawrence Lepard delivers his most profound revelation yet: Bitcoin isn't just an investment—it's literally a "God-given tool" to save humanity from monetary tyranny. For the first time in human history, we have perfect, immutable digital scarcity that can never be diluted. In this episode:• Why Bitcoin is a "once-in-humanity" event that will never happen again • The deflation "boogeyman": How Keynesians weaponized the Great Depression to serve elites • Warren Buffett exposed: Why he really hates Bitcoin (it makes his life's work meaningless) • The inverse Cantillon effect: How deflation...
2025-06-18
1h 52
Cypherpunk’d
The Big Print Series: The Sovereign Currency Bubble and the Coming Reset | Episode 7 of 12
Welcome back to The Big Print Series! In this explosive Episode 7, Lawrence Lepard delivers his most urgent warning yet: we've reached the highest level of financial bubbles—the sovereign currency itself. Unlike dot-com or housing bubbles that can be "bailed out," when a currency bubble bursts, there's nowhere left to run. In this episode: • Silicon Valley Bank's collapse: How $42 trillion vanished in one day—a preview of currency failure • Why yield curve control is coming and what it means for your savings • The debt spiral trap: Interest payments now exceed military spending • Gresham's La...
2025-06-14
31 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Big Print Series: Economic War - Austrian vs Keynesian Schools | Episode 6 of 12
In this episode: • Why Keynesian economics punishes savers and rewards reckless spending • How Austrian School economists predicted every major economic crisis • The St. Matthew Island reindeer story—a perfect metaphor for unsustainable growth • Modern Monetary Theory: The most dangerous economic delusion of our time • Stein's Law: If something can't go on forever, it will end • The debt doom loop that's destroying the world's reserve currency • Why the Fed has "purchased economic thought outright" • How $36 trillion in debt will trigger the inevitable "Big Print" Larry reveals how government economists deliberately suppre...
2025-06-11
1h 00
Cypherpunk’d
The Big Print Series: How Powell & Yellen Broke the System | Episode 5 of 12
Jerome Powell oversaw the largest monetary expansion in U.S. history. Janet Yellen told us inflation was “transitory.” But what actually happened behind closed doors — and what’s coming next — will shock you. In this explosive clip from The Big Print series with Larry Lepard, we dive into: 🔺 The $5 trillion print no one voted on 🔺 Why 2008 and 2020 were just warm-ups 🔺 The “Mrs. Magoo” moment that defined Yellen’s legacy 🔺 Why the Fed doesn’t know what it’s doing — and never did 🔺 And what the next big print might look likeThis is the untold truth about Ame...
2025-06-09
1h 35
Protocol Pulse
"Work Ethic Is More Scarce Than Bitcoin" - Grant Cardone | Bitcoin 2025
Grant Cardone drops bombshells in this exclusive interview at Bitcoin 2025 with Matty Ice. The real estate mogul with a $5.2 billion portfolio calls himself a "coward investor" while revealing his controversial Bitcoin strategy that's generating 35-45% returns. 🔥 KEY MOMENTS: • Why Grant thinks work ethic is more scarce than Bitcoin • His "coward investor" approach to crypto + real estate • Warning signs he's seeing at Bitcoin 2025 conference • The rug pull scenario that keeps him up at night • From 9-year drug addiction to $5+ billion empire • Why he's buying distressed real estate with Bitcoin reserves • His advice for young e...
2025-06-06
30 min
Protocol Pulse
Brock Pierce: From Death Threats to Bitcoin Victory - The Underground Pioneer Who Risked Everything
Step into the heart of Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas for a powerful, unfiltered interview with crypto pioneer and former U.S. presidential candidate Brock Pierce. From his child-actor beginnings to shaping the future of finance, Pierce opens up about his political mission, the battle for New York City, and the invisible toll of visionary leadership. We dive deep into: - Why New York City is the next major crypto battleground - The truth about political lawfare, the BitLicense exodus, and rebuilding trust - How RFK Jr., JD Vance, and Trump are reshaping America's...
2025-06-04
47 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Big Print Series: The Path to Pure Fiat | Episode 4 of 12
In this episode: • How bankers create money "out of nothing" and why Henry Ford said this would spark revolution • The War of 1812: America's first taste of fiat currency disaster • Andrew Jackson's epic battle against the banking cartel—and his chilling prophecy • From Marco Polo to Weimar Germany: Why every fiat experiment ends in collapse • The Federal Reserve's true purpose: privatizing profits, socializing losses • Roosevelt's gold confiscation: The greatest theft of private property in U.S. history • Nixon's 1971 betrayal: How closing the gold window unleashed monetar...
2025-06-03
1h 50
Cypherpunk’d
The Big Print Series: How Inflation Steals Your Life Energy | Episode 3 of 12
In Episode 3 of The Big Print, Larry Lepard returns to break down what may be the most important idea in economics: sound money is a moral issue. In this episode: Why fiat money is theft—of your time, energy, and savings How COVID-era money printing destroyed retirements A chilling history of how civilizations collapsed under soft money Why Bitcoin and gold are more than assets—they're defenses against tyranny The Founding Fathers’ warnings about paper money and what we ignored Why separating money and state is ess...
2025-05-27
48 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Big Print Series: How Govt Has Been Stealing 98.5% of Your Money Since 1971 | Episode 2 of 12
They've been robbing you blind for over 50 years, and most people don't even realize it's happening. In this explosive Episode 2 of The Big Print series, Harvard-educated venture capitalist Lawrence Lepard exposes the greatest wealth transfer in human history with host Matty Ice. Since Nixon took America off the gold standard in 1971, the top 1% have seized control of 92% of America's wealth while the bottom 50% have been treading water for three decades. 🔥 SHOCKING REVELATIONS IN THIS EPISODE: • Your dollar has lost 98.5% of its purchasing power since 1971 • The government changed inflation calculations in the 1980s to steal f...
2025-05-22
54 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Big Print Series: Why Fixing the Money is the Only Way to Fix the World | Episode 1 of 12
Welcome to the debut of our Cypherpunk’d series: a deep dive into Lawrence Lepard’s urgent and eye-opening book, The Big Print. In this premiere episode, we explore Larry’s personal journey from gold investor to outspoken monetary reform advocate. Learn why he believes the broken monetary system is the root of nearly every major crisis in society—from housing affordability to endless wars—and why Bitcoin and sound money principles are the peaceful solution. 💡 Topics Covered: • Why Larry wrote The Big Print • 2008 bailouts and moral hazard • Fourth Turning cycles & systemic collapse • The rise of i...
2025-05-20
53 min
Cypherpunk’d
Freedom, Fiat & F-Bombs: Bitcoin Ben Unloads on America’s Future
In this unfiltered, no-holds-barred episode of Cyberpunk'd, we welcome Bitcoin Ben — Florida’s wildest truck driver/comedian, entrepreneur, and one of Bitcoin's loudest advocates. Ben is known for his unapologetic rants, hilarious analogies, and fiery libertarian views. He’s part comedian, part prophet, and 100% original. We talk about: Why Ben believes Trump is recapitalizing America through Bitcoin How the poor will "eat the rich" if the financial system isn’t fixed The real story behind Ben's journey from truck driving to crypto stardom Why freedom must come before Bitcoin, or we’re...
2025-05-14
1h 16
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How Blockchain Is Saving Truckers 90% on Predatory Payment Fees | Todd Ziegler
Your essential CRYPTO FREEDOM WATCH roundup for April 15, 2025. Get the latest on El Salvador's Bitcoin adoption challenges, with only 11% of registered firms operational. Learn how a crypto CEO lost $100K in a sophisticated Zoom scam, and why Homeland Security is investigating Anchorage Digital. We also cover Strive Asset Management challenging Intuit's anti-Bitcoin policies, EOS rebranding to Vaulta for Web3 banking, the SEC's surprising new crypto-friendly task force under Hester Peirce, Canada's innovative Solana ETFs with staking capabilities, and COTI's privacy Layer 2 protocol launch. Stay informed on today's most significant crypto developments in under 10 m...
2025-04-18
43 min
Cypherpunk’d
Your VPN is Spying on You: Bitcoin Core Dev Exposes the Truth - Carl Dong
In this eye-opening episode of Cypherpunk'd, we sit down with Carl Dong, former Bitcoin Core developer and founder of Obscura VPN, who exposes the dirty secrets of the VPN industry. Carl shares his journey from escaping China's Great Firewall to becoming one of Bitcoin Core's top five contributors. Learn how traditional VPNs are essentially "toxic waste" collectors of your personal data, and why he's building a revolutionary two-hop system that physically CANNOT track your online activity. Discover: - Why Carl calls user data "toxic waste" and how it creates massive liability - The...
2025-04-10
1h 23
Cypherpunk’d
Industrial Waste in Your Drinking Water? How Local Activism Defeated CDC Funding & Removed Fluoride
In this powerful episode, Matty sits down with Scott Kiley—a former industrial CEO turned health freedom warrior. After spending 40+ years engineering and rebuilding global-scale industrial machines (including the invention of Amazon’s curbside recyclable padded mailer), Scott pivoted into advocacy following the COVID-19 mandates that shook the world. Key topics discussed: • Scott's entrepreneurial journey and business insights from 40+ years in industrial machinery • How COVID awakened him to government overreach and launched his health freedom advocacy • His successful campaign to remove fluoride from water supplies across 19 Florida municipalities • The concerning lack of accountability in public he...
2025-04-04
1h 47
Cypherpunk’d
The Daylight Robbery Series: The Perfect Tax System | Episode 13 of 13
In this epic conclusion to The Daylight Robbery Series, Dominic Frisby reveals the blueprint for the ideal tax system, drawing powerful lessons from Hong Kong's remarkable success story. 🔍 Discover why less is truly more in taxation: - Why Hong Kong became the world's fastest-growing economy with NO natural resources - The ancient tradition of the "tithe" and why 10-15% tax rates create more prosperity than 50% - How lower, simpler taxes actually generate MORE government revenue - The shocking truth about property taxes: how they penalize productivity and entrepreneurship - Why government spe...
2025-04-01
33 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Daylight Robbery Series: How Data & AI Are Reshaping Taxation | Episode 12 of 13
In the latest episode of The Daylight Robbery Series, Dominic Frisby explores how governments are using AI and big data to revolutionize tax collection while digital economies make traditional taxation increasingly difficult. 🔍 Discover the growing tension between technology and taxation: - How AI and big data are becoming the tax collector's most powerful tools - Why electronic invoicing systems in countries like Brazil, Mexico, and Italy signal a new era of tax surveillance - The frightening reality of predictive tax analytics that can flag discrepancies between your lifestyle and tax declarations - Why...
2025-03-29
42 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Daylight Robbery Series: Digital Nomads & Borderless Money | Episode 11 of 13
In this forward-looking episode of The Daylight Robbery Series, Dominic Frisby explores how the rapidly evolving digital economy and crypto are fundamentally challenging government taxation powers and reshaping our future. Discover eye-opening insights about the changing nature of work and taxation: - Why digital nomads (projected to reach 1 billion by 2035) pose an existential threat to traditional taxation - How tech giants like Google, Apple, and Facebook employ a fraction of the workers that traditional companies do while generating vastly more wealth - The impossibility of effectively taxing borderless digital businesses and why international...
2025-03-26
38 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Daylight Robbery Series: How Governments Silently Rob You | Episode 10 of 13
In this eye-opening episode of The Daylight Robbery Series, Dominic Frisby reveals the most insidious forms of taxation that operate in plain sight - debt and inflation - and how they're silently draining your wealth without you even noticing. Herbert Hoover warned: "Blessed are the young for they shall inherit the national debt." Discover the shocking truth about how our financial system is designed to hide the most devastating forms of wealth confiscation: - Why national debt is truly "taxation without representation" (Britain only finished paying WWI debts in 2015!) - How US debt doubled...
2025-03-22
25 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Daylight Robbery Series: How Hitler, Banks & Nations Fought for Wealth | Episode 9 of 13
In this riveting episode of The Daylight Robbery Series, Dominic Frisby reveals the extraordinary story of how the Nazis systematically looted central bank gold reserves across conquered Europe - and the desperate attempts to keep national wealth from falling into Hitler's hands. This eye-opening exploration uncovers dramatic historical events rarely taught in schools: - How Nazi forces marched directly to central banks on the same day as invasion - The incredible journey of Polish gold as it fled across 7 countries to escape capture - Why Czechoslovakia's clever gold transfer strategy still failed to...
2025-03-20
45 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Daylight Robbery Series: The Birth of Big Government | Episode 8 of 13
Join us with author Dominic Frisby as we explore how world wars transformed taxation from a burden on the wealthy few to a reality for every citizen. Discover how government grew from consuming just 10% of GDP in 1900 to becoming the dominant economic force we know today. This eye-opening episode reveals historical facts rarely taught in schools: - How friendly societies provided welfare before government took over - The dramatic rise of income tax during WWI and WWII (from 13 million to 50 million Americans) - How Disney and Hollywood were enlisted to make tax payment seem...
2025-03-17
26 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Daylight Robbery Series: How Tariffs Caused the Civil War | Episode 7 of 13
Join us with author Dominic Frisby as we expose how taxation and tariffs—not just slavery—drove the Southern states to secession. Learn how the North's increasingly aggressive tariff policies forced the South to pay 75% of federal taxes while receiving little in return, creating economic tensions that Lincoln refused to resolve. This episode reveals shocking historical facts rarely taught in schools: - How Abraham Lincoln prioritized revenue collection over peaceful resolution - The South's willingness to abolish slavery to gain independence from Britain - Why Fort Sumter was targeted as a strategic tax collection poin...
2025-03-14
43 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Daylight Robbery Series: How the Richest Families Controlled Nations | Episode 6 of 13
Discover the fascinating connection between war, debt, and the rise of income tax that built the fortunes of history's wealthiest banking families. In this episode, we explore how legendary financiers like Fugger the Rich and Nathan Rothschild amassed incredible wealth by financing wars and manipulating markets. Learn about Rothschild's cunning strategy after the Battle of Waterloo that crashed the British bond market and made him one of history's richest men. We also uncover the surprising origins of income tax - from its medieval beginnings under Henry IV to its modern implementation during the Napoleonic Wars. F...
2025-03-11
29 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Daylight Robbery Series: Tax Wars That Created Nations | Episode 5 of 13
In this compelling fifth episode of Cypherpunk'd, host Matty Ice continues his enlightening conversation with Dominic Frisby, author of "Daylight Robbery," exploring how taxation sparked the formation of modern nation-states including Britain, America, and France. 📖 In this episode: - Dominic delves into how the English Civil War fundamentally shifted power from the Crown to Parliament through tax disputes, leading to the execution of King Charles I and ending the divine right of kings. - Discover how poorly implemented British taxes on American colonies sparked the American Revolution, establishing the principle of "no taxation without representation."...
2025-03-08
39 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Daylight Robbery Series: The Peasants' Revolt | Episode 4 of 13
In this compelling fourth episode of Cypherpunk'd, host Matty Ice is joined once again by Dominic Frisby, author of "Daylight Robbery," to explore the profound impacts of the Black Death on tax systems and the formation of modern states. 📖 In this episode: - Dominic provides expert insights into how the Black Death reshaped the economic and social structures of Europe through changes in tax policy and labor dynamics. - Learn about the unexpected ways these historical shifts prompted the rise of modern nation-states and influenced global tax structures. - Discover the intriguing connections between tax...
2025-03-06
45 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Daylight Robbery Series: Death, Taxes, or Islam | Episode 3 of 13
In this eye-opening episode of CypherPunk'd, Matty and Dominic Frisby explore the fascinating untold tax stories behind the world's major religions. Discover how Muhammad's brilliant tax exemption strategy helped Islam conquer vast territories in just 30 years, why Christianity replaced pagan religions across Europe, and how taxation shaped the founding stories of Judaism. Learn about the powerful connection between religion, taxation, and control throughout human history. From Moses leading the first tax exiles out of Egypt to Jesus being crucified for sedition against Roman tax collectors, we reveal how tax policies have often determined the fate o...
2025-03-03
42 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Daylight Robbery Series: How Taxes Shaped Civilization & Control Society | Episode 2 of 13
They say death and taxes are the only certainties in life—but what if taxation has always been about control rather than necessity? In this explosive second episode of The Daylight Robbery Series, Dominic Frisby exposes the shocking history of taxation, its hidden influence on civilization, and why the modern taxpayer has more in common with a medieval serf than they realize. 🔥 What You'll Learn in This Episode: 🔹 How taxation existed before civilization itself—and why it's the backbone of every empire 🔹 The mind-blowing connection between taxation, war, and political control 🔹 Why your most expensive l...
2025-03-01
1h 04
Cypherpunk’d
The Daylight Robbery Series: The Hidden History of Taxation | Episode 1 of 13
Uncover the shocking truth about taxation that schools never teach you! From window taxes that changed architecture for centuries to Hong Kong's economic miracle, this episode with Dominic Frisby, author of Daylight Robbery, reveals how the entire course of civilization has been shaped by taxation and rebellion against it. Dominic masterfully explains the hidden power dynamics behind taxation, showing how every revolution in history has been a response to tax injustice. Learn how the "art of taxation consists of plucking the goose to obtain the most feathers with the least possible hissing" - and why there's so...
2025-02-27
57 min
Cypherpunk’d
US $8 Trillion War Spending & Debt Crisis Exposed: Are We Headed for a Monetary Reset? | Lepard & Frisby
Is the United States technically bankrupt? In this eye-opening episode of CypherPunk'd, host Matty Ice sits down with two financial heavyweights to discuss our looming sovereign debt crisis. Lawrence Lepard, author of the new book "The Big Print," breaks down how America spent $8 trillion on Middle East wars since 2001, creating an unsustainable debt burden while veterans struggle and defense contractors profit. Meanwhile, British comedian and financial author Dominic Frisby offers a shocking comparison: if you think America's situation is bad, the UK and Western Europe are in far worse shape. Our guests explore: • Why th...
2025-02-25
1h 44
Cypherpunk’d
Bitcoin Mining in 2025: Price Moves Faster Than Hashrate | Blockware CRO Danny Condon
Join Danny Condon, Chief Revenue Officer at Blockware Solutions, for an in-depth analysis of Bitcoin mining economics and what's ahead in 2025. With experience managing over 300,000 mining rigs, Danny explains key concepts every investor should understand. Key insights: - The fundamental disconnect between Bitcoin price movement and mining infrastructure - Why miners can currently produce Bitcoin at $43,000 (significant discount to market) - Analysis of mining equipment supply constraints and market dynamics - How institutional and potential nation-state adoption affects mining economics - Innovation in mining efficiency and heat capture technology - The...
2025-01-22
36 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Future of Bitcoin in DeFi: How IBTC Could Disrupt $140B Crypto Market - Aki Balogh
In this episode of CypherPunk'd, we dive into the groundbreaking world of Bitcoin DeFi with Aki Balogh, co-founder and CEO of IBTC. Learn how Aki’s team is pioneering a safer way to wrap Bitcoin, backed natively by Bitcoin’s L1 network, without relying on custodians or risky bridges. With over $140 billion lost to bridge hacks, this could be the game-changer that Bitcoin investors have been waiting for. 💡 Key topics covered: Why AI is a centralizing force and Bitcoin remains decentralized The risks of wrapped Bitcoin and how IBTC introduces a theft-proof solution Aki’s jo...
2025-01-09
1h 28
Cypherpunk’d
He Skipped College, Became a Millionaire at 28 | The TRUTH About Bitcoin | Lucas Pinto
In this eye-opening conversation, successful real estate entrepreneur Lucas Pinto shares his remarkable journey from Brazilian immigrant to becoming a millionaire by age 28 - without a college degree. Drawing from his experience managing over 20 properties and witnessing currency collapse firsthand, Lucas offers unique insights on: • Why traditional education might be holding you back • The power of mentorship vs. college debt • How growing up in Brazil shaped his view on Bitcoin and financial freedom • Strategic approaches to real estate investment and cryptocurrency mining • The truth about America's urban decay and its impact on real estate mar...
2024-12-22
1h 04
Cypherpunk’d
Gen Z is DONE With Wall Street! Why Young Investors Are Choosing Dog Tokens Over Nike Stock
Our generation is taking a stand against traditional investing and corporate greed. In this explosive interview, we dive deep into why young investors are rejecting Wall Street's game and choosing crypto instead. Find out: - Why millennials and Gen Z are saying NO to traditional stocks - How the system is rigged against retail investors - The truth about index funds and corporate profits - Why meme coins are a form of protest against Wall Street - How crypto represents financial freedom for a new generation - The real reason young p...
2024-12-11
2h 05
Cypherpunk’d
Ex-Banker Reveals: How the Government is Secretly Killing Crypto Banks & What Comes Next | Operation Chokepoint 2.0
In this explosive episode of CypherPunk'd Today, former banker and current $200M+ family office CFO Mark Hindley breaks down how Operation Chokepoint 2.0 is systematically targeting crypto companies through the banking system. From his unique perspective as someone who tried to build a crypto-friendly bank, Mark reveals: • How he discovered Bitcoin while doing microfinance work in Haiti (8:45) • The inside story of trying to bridge traditional banking with crypto (15:20) • Why regulatory uncertainty is crushing crypto-friendly banks (23:30) • The truth about Operation Chokepoint 2.0 and debanking (31:15) • How the Bitcoin Industrial Complex is evolving (47:30) • Why family offices are just startin...
2024-12-10
1h 49
Cypherpunk’d
Bitcoin Mining's Energy Truth REVEALED: Only 0.5% of Global Power | Former Gateway CTO Explains
In this explosive interview with former Gateway CTO and Bitcoin mining expert Bob Burnett, we dive deep into the real story behind Bitcoin's energy consumption. Discover why Bitcoin currently uses less than 0.5% of global electricity and how this could evolve as the network grows. Key insights: • Bitcoin network uses ~160 TWh annually vs. 27,000 TWh global consumption • Mining revenue caps energy growth - currently at $12B annually • Even with 10-20x growth, Bitcoin would use single-digit % of world's electricity • Most future growth likely to come from otherwise wasted energy sources
2024-12-03
4h 02
Cypherpunk’d
"They Tried to Stop Me Buying Bitcoin!" - Ex-Guitar Hero Dev Exposes Privacy Threats & ATM Showdown
From developing Guitar Hero to becoming a Bitcoin privacy advocate, join us for an explosive conversation with Secret Boss Character (@imgislost) as he shares his journey through the cryptocurrency wilderness. In this episode, we dive deep into: • The dramatic Bitcoin ATM confrontation that exposed the limitations of "financial freedom" • How a dust attack changed everything and led to vital privacy discoveries • Essential knowledge about UTXO management and why your transactions might not be as private as you think • The truth about running your own node and why it matters more than ever • Rea...
2024-11-26
1h 35
Cypherpunk’d
From Bank Apprentice to Bitcoin Mining Mogul: 22-Year-Old Swiss Entrepreneur's Epic Journey
Join us for an explosive episode of Cypherpunk'd featuring Marco Buchegger, the 22-year-old founder of MyBitcoin AG who's revolutionizing crypto mining across three continents. From his humble beginnings as a banking apprentice to managing 10+ megawatts of mining infrastructure, Marco shares his incredible journey and insights into the future of Bitcoin. 🔥 In this episode: • How Marco built his mining empire before age 25 • Inside look at mining operations across Kazakhstan, Mexico, and Abu Dhabi • The truth about mining profitability and avoiding common pitfalls • Innovative cooling solutions for extreme climates • Switzerland's progressive approach to crypto ado...
2024-11-22
47 min
Cypherpunk’d
SBF's Secret BitPay Takeover Attempt + Bitcoin Mining, Trump, and the Future of Crypto | Sonny Singh
In this explosive episode of the Cypherpunk Podcast, Sonny Singh, former Chief Commercial Officer of BitPay and current CEO of Beluga, drops bombshell revelations about Sam Bankman-Fried's attempted acquisition of BitPay. Singh shares never-before-heard details about his interactions with FTX, his personal investment in the company, and the aftermath of its collapse. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction and early career 8:45 - FTX's attempted BitPay acquisition 15:30 - Building BitPay and early crypto adoption 23:15 - The Bitcoin Bowl story 31:20 - Microsoft accepting Bitcoin 38:45 - Challenges in...
2024-11-20
1h 44
Cypherpunk’d
Currently 5 CEOs Control the Bitcoin Network | What Ocean Mining Is Doing to Fix That
TIME STAMPS 0:00 - Intro 2:35 - Motivation Behind Ocean's Relaunch 5:20 - Historical Context of Bitcoin Mining 8:15 - Utility of Bitcoin Mining in Power Grids 15:50 - Introduction of Mark Artemko 20:05 - Bitcoin Mining as a Solution for Stranded Energy 25:30 - Bitcoin and the Concept of Energy Storage 30:10 - Control Room Experiences and Grid Management 38:20 - Bitcoin Mining and Utility Partnerships 45:15 - Stratum Protocols and Mining Centralization Issues 50:00 - The Need for Stratum V2 and Ocean’s Goals 58:30...
2024-11-15
1h 36
Cypherpunk’d
How Ultra-Wealthy Crypto Holders Protect Their Bitcoin | Estate Planning Secrets Revealed
In this explosive episode of CypherPunk'd, we sit down with Matt McClintock, founder of the Bespoke Group, who reveals the secretive world of ultra-wealthy Bitcoin holders and their wealth preservation strategies. Learn how Bitcoin whales are using sophisticated trust structures in jurisdictions like the Cook Islands to protect their crypto fortunes from lawsuits, taxes, and government overreach. Matt shares insider knowledge on: • Why traditional family offices are falling behind in the crypto revolution • The truth about irrevocable trusts and Bitcoin custody • How to preserve generational wealth in the digi...
2024-11-12
1h 57
Cypherpunk’d
Exposing Government Lies: Are We Living in a False Reality? The Untold Truth About Privacy
In this eye-opening episode, we dive into the hidden truths behind government reports, the digital surveillance ecosystem, and the real story of privacy in a tech-dominated world. From job reports that get silently "corrected" to inflation stats that don’t reflect reality, we explore how data is manipulated to control public perception. Are we truly informed, or are we being deceived? Our guest, John Burnett, a privacy advocate and Bitcoin pioneer, shares his journey from traditional business to becoming a voice for digital sovereignty and freedom. Discover why he believes public education and the media may not be...
2024-11-07
1h 40
Cypherpunk’d
Bitcoin, Politics, and the Future: Why Trump Wants to Mine Every Last Bitcoin in the U.S.
Dive into the electrifying world of Bitcoin with insights straight from the recent Bitcoin Conference in Nashville! 🧢 In this episode, we explore: • Behind the Hat: Discover the history behind the iconic "Make Bitcoin Great Again" hat, a symbol that's become synonymous with Bitcoin culture since 2017. • Political Promises: Unpack Donald Trump's bold declaration about mining every last Bitcoin in the USA if he becomes president. What does this mean for Bitcoin's future? • Technical vs. Influencer Insight: Aaron Van Wierdom and Efrat Fettingsen discuss the contrasting perspectives within the Bitcoin community - from the techni...
2024-11-05
53 min
Cypherpunk’d
How Venezuela Lost Everything in 90 Days... Ex-Citizen Exposes The Truth | Jorge Jraissati
In this powerful episode of CypherPunk'd, Jorge Jraissati shares his firsthand experience of Venezuela's economic collapse and his mission to protect financial freedom worldwide. As president of the Economic Inclusion Group, Jorge reveals shocking insights about: How Venezuela went from Latin America's wealthiest nation to 90% poverty The truth about government surveillance of your banking data Why KYC/AML regulations exclude billions from the financial system How Bitcoin and freedom tech can protect human rights The dangers of weaponized banking systems Why socialist policies fail every time The future of financial freedom Jorge's powerful st...
2024-11-02
1h 39
Cypherpunk’d
How Bitcoin is Saving Lives: The Human Rights Fight You Didn't Know About | Lyudmyla Kozlovska
In this powerful episode of CyberPunk'd, human rights defender Lyudmyla Kozlovska shares her incredible story of using Bitcoin to survive state-level financial censorship and continue her vital work supporting political prisoners. 👉 Key moments: • How three authoritarian regimes tried to silence her work • Using Bitcoin to deliver humanitarian aid to Ukraine within 24 • hours of invasion • Fighting against Bitcoin mining bans in Europe • The crucial connection between financial privacy and human rights • Why peer-to-peer Bitcoin transactions must be protected 🌍 Lyudmyla is the founder of the Open Dialogue Foundation, working tirelessly to protect human righ...
2024-10-31
1h 03
Cypherpunk’d
Ex-Morgan Stanley Trader EXPOSES Global Banking & Bitcoin's Role in Freedom | Chris Sullivan
Former Morgan Stanley trader and founder of Hyperion Decimus LLC, Chris Sullivan, breaks down the hidden mechanics of financial markets and global banking in this explosive interview. Drawing from over two decades of experience in algorithmic trading and portfolio management, Sullivan reveals: • The true nature of financial crises and wealth transfers • How central banks manipulate markets and society • Why Bitcoin represents humanity's best chance for financial freedom • Critical insights about portfolio protection and risk management • The concerning implications of UCC Articles 8 & 9 • Historical patterns of banking control and social engineering • Why traditional financial syst...
2024-10-29
2h 01
Cypherpunk’d
From Chicago Murder to Bitcoin: Ex-CME Trader John Divine Reveals Secrets in Honor of His Mentor
In this powerful conversation, veteran trader John Divine shares the story of his mentor's tragic murder in Chicago and why he chose to make professional trading knowledge public. From CME's legendary trading pits to today's Bitcoin markets, John reveals: • His journey from Chicago's precious metals desk to Bitcoin • Why he published closely-guarded trading strategies to honor his mentor • How Bitcoin options markets could trigger the next major move • The hidden connection between energy markets and Bitcoin's future • Why the current financial system is broken and Bitcoin is the solution Get John's new book "...
2024-10-26
1h 51
Cypherpunk’d
Bitcoin, Free Speech, and Global Conflict | Uncovering Hidden Truths with Efrat Fenigson
In this explosive episode of CypherPunk'd, Matty sits down with independent journalist and Bitcoin advocate Efrat Fenigson, creator of the 'You're The Voice' podcast. Efrat opens up about her journey into podcasting, her passion for uncovering hidden truths, and why it's more important than ever to speak out on taboo topics like health, politics, economics, and sovereignty. From her experiences in the IDF to her deep dive into Bitcoin, this conversation delves into the global shift toward authoritarianism, the importance of free speech, and the role of decentralized technology in pushing back against centralized control. Tune in t...
2024-10-23
1h 49
Cypherpunk’d
Bitcoin Pioneer's SHOCKING Story | Charlie Shrem Tells All
Former Bitcoin millionaire Charlie Shrem reveals his dramatic fall from grace and time behind bars in this explosive interview. Learn how crypto secretly funded Julian Assange's legal battles and why Shrem believes Bitcoin is more important than ever. From handcuffs to redemption, Shrem dishes on: • His arrest at JFK airport and front-page infamy • The heartbreaking letters he received in prison • How the crypto community raised $100M for Assange • Why Occupy Wall Street failed without Bitcoin • His advice for crypto entrepreneurs in 2024 Don't miss this riveting inside look at Bitcoin's wild early days and i...
2024-10-17
1h 00
Cypherpunk’d
The Genesis Series: Bitcoin's Revolutionary Origins | Episode 10 of 10
In this final episode of our deep dive series with Aaron van Wirdum, author of "The Genesis Book: The Story of the People and Projects That Inspired Bitcoin," we explore the hidden history of Bitcoin’s creation! From Adam Back’s role as the first person contacted by Satoshi Nakamoto to the cryptic message in the Genesis Block during the 2008 financial crisis, we uncover mind-blowing facts about Bitcoin's origins. Was the timing of Bitcoin's launch just a coincidence, or was Satoshi inspired by the global economic collapse? How did cypherpunks and libertarian ideals shape Bitcoin's future? We also...
2024-10-15
1h 23
Cypherpunk’d
The Genesis Series: B-money and RPOW | Episode 9 of 10
Dive into the untold story of how we traded privacy for convenience online. Discover the visionary cypherpunks behind B-money and RPow who fought for digital freedom long before Bitcoin. Learn why their groundbreaking ideas failed to catch on, and how it all led to the creation of cryptocurrency as we know it today. Featuring insights on Wei Dai, Hal Finney, and the battle for online anonymity. Don't miss this eye-opening look at the secret history of Internet privacy and digital cash! Like & subscribe for more blockchain insights. Hit the notification bell to catch all episodes in our...
2024-10-11
52 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Genesis Series: Hashcash + Bit Gold | Episode 8 of 10
Discover the groundbreaking innovations of Hashcash and Bit Gold, two pivotal projects that set the stage for the creation of Bitcoin. In this video, we explore how Adam Back's Hashcash tackled spam and digital postage while avoiding government overreach, and how Nick Szabo's Bit Gold concept introduced the idea of decentralized digital currency with intrinsic value. Uncover the fascinating evolution of cryptographic technology, proof-of-work concepts, and digital scarcity that inspired Satoshi Nakamoto to build Bitcoin. If you're intrigued by the origins of cryptocurrency and how these early ideas shaped the world of decentralized money, this e...
2024-10-07
57 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Genesis Series: The Rise of the Cypherpunks | Episode 7 of 10
Discover the untold story of the Cypherpunks—visionary technologists who saw the power of cryptography to protect privacy and disrupt government control long before the rise of the internet. Learn how Tim May, an Intel physicist turned beach philosopher, along with other key figures like Eric Hughes, David Chaum, and Adam Back, laid the foundation for the modern digital privacy movement. Explore the origins of crypto anarchy, the debates that drove the creation of digital cash, and how these pioneers' ideas foreshadowed the development of Bitcoin. Tune in to this deep dive into the history of the Cypherpunk movement, th...
2024-10-05
45 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Genesis Series: The Extropians & High Tech Hayekians | Episode 6 of 10
In this mind-bending episode, we dive deep into the revolutionary ideas of transhumanism and extropianism, exploring the potential for technology to cure diseases and even conquer old age. Join us as we discuss groundbreaking concepts like bionic enhancements, mind uploading, and the prospects of colonizing space. We welcome Aaron van Wirdum, author of The Genesis Book, to share insights about influential figures like Max More and FM 2030, whose visions have paved the way for a future where humans can upgrade themselves and live indefinitely. From cryonics to the rise of digital cash, discover how these innovative thinkers...
2024-10-03
42 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Genesis Series: eCash & Timestamps | Episode 5 of 10
Uncover the hidden origins of digital currency in this mind-blowing episode! We reveal how cryptography pioneers, government crackdowns, and revolutionary ideas laid the groundwork for Bitcoin. Learn about: • David Chaum's groundbreaking eCash system • The rise and fall of E-Gold and its creator Dr. Douglas Jackson • How Scott Stornetta and Stuart Haber invented blockchain technology • The New York Times' role in timestamping digital documents • Why centralization became the Achilles' heel of early digital currencies From blind signatures to hash chains, this is the untold story behind...
2024-10-01
1h 03
Cypherpunk’d
The Genesis Series: Cryptography & Spies | Episode 4 of 10
Uncover the hidden origins of Bitcoin's cryptography in this mind-blowing episode! We reveal how NSA secrets, brilliant mathematicians, and a cryptography revolution laid the groundwork for Satoshi's invention. Learn about: • The NSA's classified encryption tools • Whitfield Diffie's epic road trip to crack the code • How public key cryptography changed everything • The "young idealist" who fought government surveillance • Why your online privacy depends on math from the 1970s From Alice & Bob to digital cash, this is the untold story behind the tech securing your Bitcoin. Don...
2024-09-28
41 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Genesis Series: Free and Open Sourced Software | Episode 3 of 10
Dive into the fascinating world of Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) and its radical impact on modern tech! From MIT's first computers to Linux and Bitcoin, discover how a group of rebellious hackers sparked a coding revolution. Learn about Richard Stallman's fight for software freedom and the surprising benefits of collaborative coding. Uncover the connection between FOSS philosophy and Bitcoin's trustless system. Find out why "given enough eyeballs, all bugs are shallow" and how this principle shapes the software we use daily. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just curious about the digital world, this video will change...
2024-09-25
38 min
Cypherpunk’d
The Genesis Series: Neutral Money & Denationalization of Money | Episode 2 of 10
In this deep dive, we're joined by Aaron van Wirdum for the second episode of our podcast series to explore the evolution of money, from barter to gold, and now to Bitcoin. We unpack the concept of neutral money—what it means, its properties, and why it could reshape the future of economics. Aaron and Matty break down how gold emerged as the best form of money due to its divisibility, durability, and scarcity, but also explains its flaws. Discover the role of trust, fractional reserve banking, and how fiat currencies came to dominate. We also delve in...
2024-09-24
1h 08
Cypherpunk’d
The Genesis Series: Austrian Economics & Money | Episode 1 of 10
Dive into the fascinating world of Austrian Economics and discover a perspective on money that's been hidden from the mainstream. In this first episode of our 10-part series, we sit down with Chief Editor of Bitcoin Magazine, and author of "The Genesis Book", Aaron van Wirdum, to uncover: * The fundamental principles of Austrian Economics and why they matter today * How the Federal Reserve manipulates the economy through interest rates * The concept of "spontaneous order" and why central planning fails * Why inflation is a hidden tax on the poor, according to Austrian theory * How...
2024-09-21
1h 23
Cypherpunk’d
CypherPunk'd: Welcome Down the Rabbit Hole
🚨Your freedom is at stake.🚨 Imagine a world where your every move is tracked, your thoughts are monitored, and privacy is a relic of the past. This isn't sci-fi; it's our future if we don't act. It's already being rolled out in many places all over the world. Introducing "CypherPunk'd", where we dive deep into the world of cryptography, privacy, and the technologies helping us defend ourselves in cyberspace. Become a part of the digital resistance. 🔍The Genesis Series - Join CEO of Consensus Protocol, Matty Ice, as he sits d...
2024-09-20
02 min