Crypto Voices

Matthew Mezinskis
Crypto Voices

Podcast covering diverse trends in Bitcoin and blockchain tech, decentralization, entrepreneurship, cryptoeconomics and liberty. Author note: All authors, whose content is featured on Crypto Voices, are contacted beforehand for permission, regardless of copyright or license such as Creative Commons. If you are an author whose work is reproduced here and you have not heard from Crypto Voices, it's because we couldn't find a way to contact you. However, in this situation your work was already licensed Creative Commons, and it was so great anyway that we just couldn't wait to turn it into audio and put it up! Any questions, please write info@cryptovoices.com, we'd love to hear from you.

  1. 15 NOV

    Mike Yeagley

    Crypto Voices: Episode 178 Show Sponsors: Trezor - https://trezor.io/ Debifi - https://debifi.com/ Donations to Porkopolis Economics via BTCPay are appreciated: https://donations.porkopolis.io/ Show support appreciated: donations.cryptovoices.com Alec Harris's havenX: https://thehavenx.com/ In our latest episode, we discover the shocking truth about how mobile advertising has evolved into a sophisticated surveillance system through the collection of precise geolocation data. Our guest, Mike Yeagley reveals how seemingly innocent mobile ad IDs enable data brokers to build detailed profiles of our offline behavior and movements. Key insights from this episode: -The massive scale of data collection: trillions of data points gathered monthly -How "free" apps secretly monetize your personal information -The connection between commercial data brokers and intelligence agencies -Why tech giants like Amazon and Uber are building their own advertising businesses -The privacy risks of granting app permissions -The discussion highlights the urgent need for greater awareness about data privacy and the complex ecosystem of data brokers operating behind the scenes of mobile advertising. Follow Mike on X: @MikeYeagley Links for more: -Wired article - https://www.wired.com/story/how-pentagon-learned-targeted-ads-to-find-targets-and-vladimir-putin/ -Michael’s Substack - https://michaelyeagley.substack.com/p/the-privacy-pioneers?r=1xyng&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&triedRedirect=true -Tau’s ‘Means of Control: How the Hidden Alliance of Tech and Government Is Creating a New American Surveillance State’ - https://a.co/d/0IdIAOo Contents 00:00:00 - Uncovering the Privacy Risks of Mobile Advertising 00:03:42 - Tracking Individuals Through Mobile Advertising Data 00:09:33 - The Rise and Fall of the Mobile Ad ID 00:13:44 - Hyper-Targeted Data Extraction and Monetization 00:18:16 - Audience Targeting and Privacy Concerns 00:20:38 - Accelerometer Data Collection and Privacy Concerns 00:23:16 - Rise of First-Party Advertising Platforms 00:26:55 - The Data Landscape and Security Implications 00:33:26 - Smartphone Data Collection and Privacy Concerns 00:36:39 - Embracing Privacy in a Digital World 00:40:32 - Building a Privacy Fortress: Layered Approach 00:44:17 - The Tension Between Government Surveillance and Privacy 00:49:24 - Balancing Data Use for Public Good and Privacy Concerns 00:56:21 - TikTok's Addictive Algorithm and Data Trade Concerns 00:58:48 - Protecting Data Sovereignty and Fair Trade 01:02:35 - Decentralized Privacy Challenges and Bitcoin Hosts: Matthew Mezinskis, & Alec Harris Music: New Friend Music newfriendmusic.com/ Podcast & videos Bitcoin, privacy, crypto, economics & liberty Thanks for watching!

    1h 7m

  2. 1 NOV

    Ryan McBeth

    Crypto Voices: Episode 177 Show Sponsors: Trezor - https://trezor.io/ Debifi - https://debifi.com/ Donations to Porkopolis Economics via BTCPay are appreciated: https://donations.porkopolis.io/ Show support appreciated: donations.cryptovoices.com Alec Harris's havenX: https://thehavenx.com/ In our latest episode, we delve into a thought-provoking discussion on the complex issue of authoritarianism and the alarming rise of misinformation. Our guest speaker, Ryan McBeth, a defense expert and military veteran shares his insights on why some people may be reluctant to view Vladimir Putin as a dictator despite the authoritarian nature of his rule in Russia.The episode also explores the dangers of consuming information in ideological silos, which can lead to the acceptance of misleading or exaggerated claims, as exemplified by the Heritage Foundation's "Project 2025" document. The episode serves as a caution against the rapid spread of misinformation, even when it aligns with one's worldview, and emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and fact-checking. Follow Ryan on X: @RyanMcbeth Links for more: https://www.ryanmcbeth.com/ Contents 00:00:00 - Debunking Perceptions of Putin as a Democratic Leader00:04:49 - Balancing Work, Family, and Geopolitics00:08:01 - The Dangers of Uncritical Acceptance of Misinformation00:11:49 - Building Narratives through Sentinel Accounts00:14:07 - Debunking Deceptive Narratives: The Case of Alleged Ukrainian Women Draftees00:20:02 - Concerns About Political Content on Social Media00:25:07 - Reframing Weapons as Effectors to Deny Access00:27:52 - Navigating the Disinformation Landscape00:30:10 - Navigating Disinformation: Disaster Response and Tropes00:32:50 - Navigating Disaster Response and Misinformation00:36:48 - Avoiding Emotional Manipulation in Social Media00:38:59 - Misinformation from Distracted Consumption00:42:47 - Putin's Revenge: How Clinton's Criticism Fueled Russia's Interference00:46:53 - Debunking Misinformation and Questioning Narratives00:52:25 - The Rise and Fall of Drone Warfare in Ukraine00:56:13 - Marine Corps Innovation and Experimentation00:59:06 - North Korean Defectors and Indoctrination Hosts: Matthew Mezinskis, & Alec Harris Music: New Friend Music newfriendmusic.com/ Podcast & videos Bitcoin, privacy, crypto, economics & liberty Thanks for watching!

    1h 3m

  3. 25 OCT

    Sina: 21st Capital

    Crypto Voices: Episode 176 Show Sponsors: Trezor - https://trezor.io/ Debifi - https://debifi.com/ Donations to Porkopolis Economics via BTCPay are appreciated: https://donations.porkopolis.io/ Show support appreciated: donations.cryptovoices.com Alec Harris's havenX: https://thehavenx.com/ Discover how a mathematical model created eight years ago has accurately predicted Bitcoin's price trajectory to this day. In this episode, quantitative researcher Sina explains how data analytics and economics can unveil Bitcoin's underlying patterns.Learn about the "640 rule" - a remarkable observation showing how a 40% increase in Bitcoin's age consistently leads to a 6x price increase. Unlike traditional financial models, this power law relationship provides a robust framework for understanding Bitcoin's growth dynamics.Key points covered:-The distinction between correlation and causation in crypto analysis-Why network growth patterns follow Metcalfe's law-How Bitcoin's maturation affects its growth rate-The limitations of traditional financial models in cryptoWhile current returns hover around 45% annually, Sina explains how this growth will evolve as Bitcoin transitions from an "infant money" to a global currency. Follow 21st Capital on X: @21st_capital Links for more: https://21stcapital.com/free-consultation/ Contents00:00:00-Applying Quantitative Analysis to Bitcoin00:05:56-Evaluating Bitcoin Price Prediction Models: Power Law vs. Plan B00:09:45-Predicting Complex Financial Variables: A Curve's Accuracy00:12:02-The Power Law Behind Bitcoin's Growth00:15:59-Regression Analysis and the Power Law of Bitcoin Pricing00:17:48-Exponential Growth vs. Bitcoin Regression00:21:59-Secured Bitcoin Lending with Transparency00:24:37-Bitcoin's Growth Trajectory: From Startup to Stable Store of Value00:27:16-Bitcoin's Asymptotic Growth and Compounding Rates00:31:54-Adjusting Bitcoin Valuation for Volatility Cycles00:35:06-Evaluating Bitcoin Price Model Deviations00:40:28-The Power Law and Bitcoin's Price Dynamics00:43:14-Bitcoin Predictions: Possibilities and Probabilities00:45:00-Trezor: Secure Bitcoin Wallet and Network Access00:48:46-Bitcoin's Evolving Dynamics: ETFs, Adoption, and Cycles00:51:43-Multisig and Inheritance: Securing Your Crypto Assets Hosts: Matthew Mezinskis, & Alec Harris Music: New Friend Music newfriendmusic.com/ Podcast & videos Bitcoin, privacy, crypto, economics & liberty Thanks for watching!

    54 min

  4. 11 OCT

    Tim Starr - Libertarian Perspectives Part 2

    Crypto Voices: Episode 175Show Sponsors: Trezor - https://trezor.io/Debifi - https://debifi.com/ Donations to Porkopolis Economics via BTCPay are appreciated: https://donations.porkopolis.io/ Show support appreciated: donations.cryptovoices.com Alec Harris's havenX: https://thehavenx.com/ In this episode, Matthew and Alec are joined again by Tim Starr, a libertarian historian and philosopher, to discuss the current state of American media and politics. The conversation highlights the rise of “useful idiots,” figures like Jill Stein and Dave Rubin, who appear influenced by foreign powers like Russia, despite promoting non-interventionist views. Starr urges skepticism of financially incentivized pundits to offer commentary on complex geopolitical issues they lack expertise in, and emphasizes the importance of critical thinking in media consumption.They discuss the need for a nuanced understanding of international affairs, rejecting simplistic narratives that blame the U.S. for all global events. They explore the complexities of historical and contemporary geopolitics, particularly the roles of other nations, and critique the uneven access to media platforms between the West and authoritarian countries.The conversation touches on issues like nuclear proliferation, the role of the U.S. in Middle Eastern affairs, and the ongoing debate about the Iraq War and its aftermath. The episode emphasizes the importance of critically evaluating information, staying open to evidence that challenges preconceived notions, and avoiding the temptation to oversimplify complex global dynamics. Follow Tim Starr on X: @timstarr2001 Read Tim Starr's publications: https://en.liberpedia.org/Murray_N._Rothbard#Rothbard_and_Soviet_foreign_policy Links for more: MI5 & MI6 view on Iraq War: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UyLqCkfpHPo The Pre-History of American Holocaust Denial: https://muse.jhu.edu/article/804147 Dangerous Nation: https://www.amazon.com/Dangerous-Nation-Americas-Earliest-Twentieth/dp/0375724915 At the Abyss: https://www.amazon.com/At-Abyss-Insiders-History-Cold/dp/0891418210 https://x.com/DarthPutinKGB/status/1544765374868213760 My thread on delusions of reactionary Rothbardians: https://x.com/1basemoney/status/1749444038611071345 Contents 00:00:00 - Questioning Motives of Media Influencers00:05:39 - The Legacy of Colonial Powers in the Middle East00:28:09 - The Geopolitics of Oil and the Ottoman Empire00:35:59 - The Soviet Influence in the Middle East00:43:42 - The U.S. Role in the Middle East and Afghanistan00:48:53 - Afghanistan's Tumultuous History: From Soviet Invasion to Taliban Takeover00:57:56 - The Complicated Connections Between 9/11, Iraq, and Nuclear Proliferation01:05:31 - Assessing the Outcomes of Regime Change in the Middle East01:10:50 - The Industry of Lies: Exaggerating America's Faults01:14:53 - Iran's Role in Iraq Conflict and Proxy Wars in the Middle East01:21:37 - Militaristic Japan's Tactics and the Gaza Conflict01:28:29 - Israel's Military Prowess and Tactics Against Hezbollah01:32:22 - Planned Operation and Lack of New Intelligence Capabilities01:40:44 - The Nazi Roots of Arab Regimes and Israel's Occupation01:45:27 - Confronting Revisionist History and Anti-Semitism01:50:43 - The Complexities of the Spanish Civil War01:54:51 - Libertarians and Pro-Putin Sympathies02:12:03 - Navigating Nuclear Proliferation and Global Conflicts02:26:40 - Military Technological Advancement Through Competition02:31:30 - The Complexities of International Relations and Historical Perspective Hosts: Matthew Mezinskis, & Alec Harris Music: New Friend Music newfriendmusic.com/ Podcast & videos Bitcoin, privacy, crypto, economics & liberty Thanks for watching!

    2h 42m

  5. 27 SEPT

    John Altorelli - Noise Sells

    Crypto Voices: Episode 174 Donations to Porkopolis Economics via BTCPay are appreciated: https://donations.porkopolis.io/ Show support appreciated: donations.cryptovoices.com Alec Harris's havenX: https://thehavenx.com/ In this episode, Matthew and Alec are joined by special guest John Altorelli. Watch John's journey from being skeptical about crypto to becoming a proponent, highlighting the importance of being open-minded and willing to learn. John also talks about the Terraverse, a project that brought together experts from crypto, AI, and other fields to discuss big ideas and bridge generational gaps. Contents 00:00:00 - From Boomer Skeptic to Crypto Enthusiast 00:02:40 - Exploring the Crypto World Through Intellectual Salons 00:10:07 - Exploring the Alien Phenomenon: A Skeptic's Journey 00:12:43 - Skepticism and Belief in Government Secrets 00:15:55 - Navigating the Rabbit Holes: Coinciding Nuclear Events and Conspiracy Theories 00:20:22 - Petraeus Challenges Snyder on Ukraine Presence 00:23:45 - Navigating the Changing Information Landscape 00:32:27 - Contrarianism, Bitcoin, and the Flaws of the U.S. Model 00:36:46 - Challenges of Storing and Securing Wealth Over Time 00:41:39 - Navigating Regulatory Challenges in Crypto ETFs 00:45:30 - The Rise of Bitcoin and Its Impact on Fiat and Gold 00:50:03 - The Future of Currencies and Geopolitical Tensions 00:58:31 - Preparing for Cyber Warfare and Economic Instability 01:00:55 - The Cyber Threat Landscape: From Billions of Attacks to Societal Collapse 01:04:50 - The Importance of Preparedness and Community Resilience 01:09:48 - Respecting Others, Even in Disagreement 01:13:24 - Finding Common Ground Through Respectful Dialogue 01:16:28 - The Dangers of Political Extremism 01:18:58 - Concerns Over Mail-In Ballots and Election Integrity 01:26:04 - Passing the Torch to the Next Generation 01:29:58 - Pushing for Rational Discourse and Progress Hosts: Matthew Mezinskis, Michel, Alec Harris Music: New Friend Music newfriendmusic.com/ Podcast & videos Bitcoin, privacy, crypto, economics & liberty Thanks for watching!

    1h 33m

  6. 23 AUG

    Michael Adams: At the Crossroads

    Crypto Voices: Episode 173 Donations to Porkopolis Economics via BTCPay are appreciated: https://donations.porkopolis.io/ Show support appreciated: donations.cryptovoices.com Alec Harris's havenX: https://thehavenx.com/ In this episode, Matthew and Alec are joined by special guest, Michael Adams, a former deputy editor at Forbes Advisor. Michael shares his insights on the current state of the crypto market and we also explore the challenges of mainstream adoption, the financialization of crypto, and the complex philosophical debates around the revolutionary potential of Bitcoin. Contents 00:00:00 - Crypto's Financialization and Traditionalists' Perspectives 00:05:07 - From Marketing to Crypto Journalism: My Unexpected Path 00:08:06 - Skepticism and Misunderstanding in Crypto Adoption 00:12:08 - The Limits of Cryptocurrency's Revolutionary Potential 00:18:25 - Crypto vs Government Control: Challenges and Concerns 00:22:25 - The Role of Privacy Coins in Crypto Adoption 00:26:04 - Pessimistic Outlook on Cryptocurrency's Future 00:28:18 - Navigating the Decentralized Future: Bitcoin's Relationship with Nation-States 00:30:49 - The Persistence of Cash in a Digital World 00:34:27 - The Enigma of Satoshi Nakamoto's Identity 00:39:32 - The Enigma of Satoshi Nakamoto 00:44:31 - Adapting to the AI Landscape 00:48:37 - The Delicate Balance of Technology and Humanity 00:53:27 - Facing the Challenges of the Future 00:57:34 - Reflections on Fascism and the US System Hosts: Matthew Mezinskis, Michel, Alec Harris Music: New Friend Music newfriendmusic.com/ Podcast & videos Bitcoin, privacy, crypto, economics & liberty Thanks for watching!

    1h 3m

  7. 9 AUG

    Giovanni Santostasi: Bitcoin is on a TREND

    Crypto Voices: Episode 172 Donations to Porkopolis Economics via BTCPay are appreciated: https://donations.porkopolis.io/ Show support appreciated: donations.cryptovoices.com Alec Harris's havenX: https://thehavenx.com/ In this episode, Matthew and Alec are joined by special guest, Giovanni Santostasi. Giovanni, a proponent of the Bitcoin power law thesis, shares his insights on the power law trend observed over price and time across Bitcoin's history. He first noticed Bitcoin's potential power law behavior back in 2013, intrigued by its ability to recover from initial bubbles and the apparent exponential pattern in price movements. Don't miss this deep dive into the math behind the systemic moves of Bitcoin! Follow Giovanni on X: @Giovann35084111 Visit BitPoseidon Official Site of the Bitcoin Power Law: https://bitposeidon.com/ Contents 00:00:00 - Bitcoin's Power Law Thesis: Tracing the Journey 00:04:59 - The Power Law Patterns in Bitcoin: Uncovering the Network's Intrinsic Dynamics 00:14:50 - Discovering the Bitcoin Power Law 00:21:07 - The Power of Bitcoin's Power Law 00:28:42 - Using Logarithms to Understand Bitcoin 00:32:46 - Exploring the Power of Scale: From Earthquakes to Bitcoin 00:39:13 - The Remarkable Growth and Regularity of Bitcoin 00:46:13 - Bitcoin Price Follows Predictable Power Law 01:06:42 - The Precise Mechanisms of Network Growth 01:12:38 - The Timing of Bitcoin ETFs: A Power Law Perspective 01:17:55 - The Rise of Bitcoin's Power Law 02:02:09 - The First Bitcoin Transaction and Power Law Scaling 02:07:10 - The Resilience and Patterns of City Growth 02:13:31 - Here is a short chapter title for the transcript: Debunking the Myths of Bitcoin's Price Dynamics 02:56:59 - Exploring Bitcoin's Power Law and Abundance Hosts: Matthew Mezinskis, Michel, Alec Harris Music: New Friend Music newfriendmusic.com/ Podcast & videos Bitcoin, privacy, crypto, economics & liberty Thanks for watching!

    3h 1m

  8. 26 JUL

    Tim Starr: Libertarian Perspectives on National Defense

    Crypto Voices: Episode 171 Donations to Porkopolis Economics via BTCPay are appreciated: https://donations.porkopolis.io/ Show support appreciated: donations.cryptovoices.com Alec Harris's havenX: https://thehavenx.com/ In this episode, Matthew is joined by special guest, Tim Starr. Tim Starr, a long-time libertarian activist, shares his insights on the challenges libertarians face in addressing this "hard problem". This episode explores the nuances of military interventions, using examples like the Iraq War and the current invasion of Ukraine. While acknowledging controversies, Tim Starr argues for considering different military actions' specific contexts and motivations. The conversation also touches on historical revisionism by libertarian thinkers like Murray Rothbard regarding the Soviet Union's role in World Wars I and II. Starr challenges Rothbard's portrayal of the Soviets as non-interventionist, providing evidence of their expansionist policies. Additionally, the discussion delves into the complex histories of Russia, Ukraine, and the Baltic states, highlighting the difficulties in assessing these events through a libertarian lens. This episode highlights the importance of defending freedom and national sovereignty, especially for smaller nations. Follow Tim Starr on X: @timstarr2001Read Tim Starr's publications: https://en.liberpedia.org/Murray_N._Rothbard#Rothbard_and_Soviet_foreign_policy Contents 00:00:00 - Libertarian Perspectives on National Defense00:08:11 - Debunking Myths About the Iraq War00:12:00 - Examining the Pretenses for the Iraq War00:20:10 - Soviet Expansionism and Rothbard's Revisionism00:26:42 - The Baltics' Uninterrupted Sovereignty and Russia's Imperialist History00:43:20 - Native American Experiences vs. African American History00:47:04 - Patriarch Kirill's KGB Past and the Weaponization of the Russian Orthodox Church00:52:04 - Russia's Autocratic Roots and Lack of Cultural Innovation00:57:44 - The Arms Race and the Collapse of the Soviet Union01:02:56 - Rothbard's Revisionist Views on WWII01:08:09 - Ludwig von Mises' Prescient Insights on Foreign Policy01:11:08 - Debunking the Myth of Versailles Causing Nazism01:24:48 - Barnes' Controversial World War I Book and Rothbard's Ties to Holocaust Deniers01:31:40 - The American Mercury: A Neo-Nazi Publication01:36:51 - Ukraine's Turbulent History of Revolutions and Independence01:40:27 - The Fallacy of American Non-Interventionism01:59:24 - The Myth of Non-Interventionism and the Threat of Autocracy02:05:54 - Exploring the Continuity of Authoritarian Methods from Stalin to the Warsaw Pact02:12:18 - Cambodia's Struggle, Communism's Impacts02:17:56 - The Dangers of Nuclear Blackmail02:21:20 - The Long History of Russian Aggression and Interference02:26:35 - The Impact of War and Refugees on the Economy02:31:31 - Trump's Tough Stance on Russia02:40:08 - Navigating the Complex Geopolitics of Ukraine, Israel, and Iran Hosts: Matthew Mezinskis, Michel, Alec Harris Music: New Friend Music newfriendmusic.com/ Podcast & videos Bitcoin, privacy, crypto, economics & liberty Thanks for listening!

    2h 57m
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Podcast covering diverse trends in Bitcoin and blockchain tech, decentralization, entrepreneurship, cryptoeconomics and liberty. Author note: All authors, whose content is featured on Crypto Voices, are contacted beforehand for permission, regardless of copyright or license such as Creative Commons. If you are an author whose work is reproduced here and you have not heard from Crypto Voices, it's because we couldn't find a way to contact you. However, in this situation your work was already licensed Creative Commons, and it was so great anyway that we just couldn't wait to turn it into audio and put it up! Any questions, please write info@cryptovoices.com, we'd love to hear from you.

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  • Creator
    Matthew Mezinskis
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
    336
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Matthew Mezinskis
  • Show Website
    Crypto Voices

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