Dollar Auction Show Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:03:07 -0400 http://hardcorefinance.com en © 2026 Dollar Auction Show yes Support this Podcast 702f7414-5925-533a-abb4-63c98c61489a Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) finance, cryptocurrency, bitcoin, s&p500, nasdaq, investing, wealth, growth, technology Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik https://storage.buzzsprout.com/i0dojamd131gtuy5lk7sn4s51ruy?.jpg Dollar Auction Show http://hardcorefinance.com Alex Chizhik Shimon Lazarov Iran War Breakdown: Trump's Unconditional Surrender, AI Warfare, China Tensions & Market Impacts Iran War Breakdown: Trump's Unconditional Surrender, AI Warfare, China Tensions & Market Impacts Join hosts @ShimonLazarov and Alex @MrEBITDA on the Dollar Auction Show as they dive into the first week of the Iran war. From U.S. military successes and AI-driven missile tech to Trump's bold demands for unconditional surrender, geopolitical shifts involving China and Russia, and the potential for Middle East peace. They also discuss market volatility, oil spikes, Bitcoin opportunities, private credit risks, and the jobs report revisions. Is this the path to lasting peace or escalating global tensions? Don't miss this optimistic yet realistic analysis!
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]]> Join hosts @ShimonLazarov and Alex @MrEBITDA on the Dollar Auction Show as they dive into the first week of the Iran war. From U.S. military successes and AI-driven missile tech to Trump's bold demands for unconditional surrender, geopolitical shifts involving China and Russia, and the potential for Middle East peace. They also discuss market volatility, oil spikes, Bitcoin opportunities, private credit risks, and the jobs report revisions. Is this the path to lasting peace or escalating global tensions? Don't miss this optimistic yet realistic analysis!
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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-18823550 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0400 1995 6 12 full false Productivity vs. Pain: AI Displacement, Duration Risk, and the SOTU "Clown Show" Productivity vs. Pain: AI Displacement, Duration Risk, and the SOTU "Clown Show" In this episode of the Dollar Auction Show, Shimon and Alex tackle the growing "Technology Doomer" narrative. While Shimon argues that massive productivity gains from AI physically cannot result in a worse economy, Alex warns of a 2-3 year "pain gap" where government paralysis leads to a 2008-style market collapse.

They also break down:

The AI Displacement Model: Comparing AI agents to "digital immigrants" and the Saudi/UAE economic model.

Duration Risk: Why Wall Street is confused and why Bitcoin/Software stocks are feeling the heat.

State of the Union: A deep dive into Trump’s political maneuvers, the "clown show" atmosphere, and the "Common Sense" divide.

The Detroit-ification of NYC: Why Zohran Mamdani’s policies might be fueling a mass exodus to Miami.

Timestamps
00:00 – Testing the new intro feature

01:19 – Addressing the "Technology Doomer" piece

02:49 – Defining an Economy: Why productivity should prevent collapse

03:40 – Parallels to 2008: Will the Fed buy your mortgage (again)?

06:11 – Alex’s "Pain Gap" thesis: Why the short run will be brutal

11:17 – Industry Spotlight: AI hacking the Mexican government & cybersecurity displacement

15:43 – The UAE Mental Model: AI agents as digital immigrants

20:55 – The K-Shaped Recovery: Why you must hold assets to survive

31:05 – Finance 101: What is Duration Risk and why does it kill growth?

37:27 – State of the Union: Trump, Pelosi, and "Common Sense" politics

44:59 – Shimon’s "Beer & ID" solution to voter integrity

46:27 – NYC vs. Reality: Free daycare for illegal immigrants & emergency funds

53:33 – Historical context: Why Hollywood moved to LA (and why Miami is next)

55:10 – Final thoughts

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]]> In this episode of the Dollar Auction Show, Shimon and Alex tackle the growing "Technology Doomer" narrative. While Shimon argues that massive productivity gains from AI physically cannot result in a worse economy, Alex warns of a 2-3 year "pain gap" where government paralysis leads to a 2008-style market collapse.

They also break down:

The AI Displacement Model: Comparing AI agents to "digital immigrants" and the Saudi/UAE economic model.

Duration Risk: Why Wall Street is confused and why Bitcoin/Software stocks are feeling the heat.

State of the Union: A deep dive into Trump’s political maneuvers, the "clown show" atmosphere, and the "Common Sense" divide.

The Detroit-ification of NYC: Why Zohran Mamdani’s policies might be fueling a mass exodus to Miami.

Timestamps
00:00 – Testing the new intro feature

01:19 – Addressing the "Technology Doomer" piece

02:49 – Defining an Economy: Why productivity should prevent collapse

03:40 – Parallels to 2008: Will the Fed buy your mortgage (again)?

06:11 – Alex’s "Pain Gap" thesis: Why the short run will be brutal

11:17 – Industry Spotlight: AI hacking the Mexican government & cybersecurity displacement

15:43 – The UAE Mental Model: AI agents as digital immigrants

20:55 – The K-Shaped Recovery: Why you must hold assets to survive

31:05 – Finance 101: What is Duration Risk and why does it kill growth?

37:27 – State of the Union: Trump, Pelosi, and "Common Sense" politics

44:59 – Shimon’s "Beer & ID" solution to voter integrity

46:27 – NYC vs. Reality: Free daycare for illegal immigrants & emergency funds

53:33 – Historical context: Why Hollywood moved to LA (and why Miami is next)

55:10 – Final thoughts

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-18774446 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0500 3309 6 11 full false Bitcoin vs. Tech in 2026: Bear Market Grind, QLD Correlation & $150K Prediction Bitcoin vs. Tech in 2026: Bear Market Grind, QLD Correlation & $150K Prediction In this Bear Market Edition of the Dollar Auction Show, Shimon Lazarov and Alex (@MrEBITDA) dive deep into the current crypto winter sentiment after meeting Wall Street and hedge fund pros.

Shimon presents a compelling chart overlay showing Bitcoin behaving like ~1.2–1.3× leveraged Nasdaq (QLD) since 2018 — outperforming in bulls, underperforming in bears, and currently detached to the downside. He argues tech (and therefore Bitcoin) won't see a 2022-style multi-year breakdown thanks to the long-term trend line, AI/robotics productivity tailwinds, no aggressive Fed rate hikes under the new chair, and massive unlocked GDP potential.
They debate:

Will Nasdaq really break down from over-invested AI/data-center CapEx?
Is Bitcoin leading tech lower… or just more leveraged & sentiment-driven?
Power Law support, miner capitulation FUD, quantum/doomer narratives
AI models (Gemini vs. Grok vs. local edge), Apple’s strategy, robotics replacing housekeepers
Realistic 2026 price targets ($60k bottom? $150k by year-end?)
Why the last two cycles felt underwhelming and whether we’re in for a long grind

A candid, no-BS conversation blending macro, technicals, techno-optimism and bear-market psychology.
Timestamps below ↓
00:00 Intro & current market vibes after New York conference
00:24 Wall Street / hedge fund sentiment: 50/50 split, Bitcoin tracks tech optimism
01:32 Tech CapEx bubble fears vs. Apple sitting it out
03:58 Technical difficulties & plan to overlay charts later
06:04 Core thesis – Bitcoin as 1.2–1.3× leveraged Nasdaq (QLD overlay since 2018)
07:23 Bitcoin leads tops/bottoms, ETF mini-bull, post-Trump pump & Liberation Day dump
08:23 Current performance: QLD +533% vs Bitcoin +383% since 2018
08:56 Long-term QLD trend line – no 2022-style multi-year bear likely
10:06 Fed policy, new chair, interest rates & why no big breakdown expected
10:37 Cathie Wood / AI breakthroughs, robotics unlocking hidden GDP
11:28 AI models (Grok & Gemini) both target ~$150k BTC by end of 2026
12:15 Alex reaction: more bearish near-term, uncertain forces in AI/energy/geopolitics
14:38 AI doomerism & job displacement counter-arguments (robots = low-wage labor)
17:06 Market uncertainty, pro-crypto admin yet underwhelming price action, FUD levels rising
20:20 “Buy the rumor, sell the news” after favorable regulation & politics
21:24 Commoditization of foundation models vs. value in robotics & applications
22:41 Apple’s local-model strategy – smart or behind the curve?
25:28 Gemini surprise performance vs. Grok, competing AI paradigms
27:35 Geopolitical risks, Fed chair “market trial”, Arthur Hayes contrarian view
30:07 Global debt, productivity, low real rates → bullish for risk assets long-term
30:54 Recycled FUD dice: quantum, miners to AI, retail boredom → same old narratives
34:19 No retail, institutional shakeout, potential long grind ahead
35:22 Power Law support bands – 50–66k floor never broken historically
37:23 Shimon’s 2026 base case: 60s for months → strong H2 recovery → $150k
39:03 Nasdaq all-time highs eventually → Bitcoin follows
40:27 Bull-case global scenario: peace dividends + real AI GDP
42:53 Geopolitical war risks (Iran rumors) & market reaction
44:37 Liberation Day / tariffs – major missed upside for BTC & risk assets
44:54 Hash rate near ATH → miner capitulation narrative weak
46:11 Personal lessons: avoid leverage loans, keep cash, cap BTC allocation ~30–40%
49:17 Cash for peace of mind & opportunistic buying
49:58 Bear market “snake through the pipe” analogy
50:40 Bitcoin’s pure-sentiment nature vs. better technology & network effects
51:18 Internet analogy – 30+ years from invention to mass adoption
52:02 Closing: “Slog until then” – patience requ

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]]> In this Bear Market Edition of the Dollar Auction Show, Shimon Lazarov and Alex (@MrEBITDA) dive deep into the current crypto winter sentiment after meeting Wall Street and hedge fund pros.

Shimon presents a compelling chart overlay showing Bitcoin behaving like ~1.2–1.3× leveraged Nasdaq (QLD) since 2018 — outperforming in bulls, underperforming in bears, and currently detached to the downside. He argues tech (and therefore Bitcoin) won't see a 2022-style multi-year breakdown thanks to the long-term trend line, AI/robotics productivity tailwinds, no aggressive Fed rate hikes under the new chair, and massive unlocked GDP potential.
They debate:

Will Nasdaq really break down from over-invested AI/data-center CapEx?
Is Bitcoin leading tech lower… or just more leveraged & sentiment-driven?
Power Law support, miner capitulation FUD, quantum/doomer narratives
AI models (Gemini vs. Grok vs. local edge), Apple’s strategy, robotics replacing housekeepers
Realistic 2026 price targets ($60k bottom? $150k by year-end?)
Why the last two cycles felt underwhelming and whether we’re in for a long grind

A candid, no-BS conversation blending macro, technicals, techno-optimism and bear-market psychology.
Timestamps below ↓
00:00 Intro & current market vibes after New York conference
00:24 Wall Street / hedge fund sentiment: 50/50 split, Bitcoin tracks tech optimism
01:32 Tech CapEx bubble fears vs. Apple sitting it out
03:58 Technical difficulties & plan to overlay charts later
06:04 Core thesis – Bitcoin as 1.2–1.3× leveraged Nasdaq (QLD overlay since 2018)
07:23 Bitcoin leads tops/bottoms, ETF mini-bull, post-Trump pump & Liberation Day dump
08:23 Current performance: QLD +533% vs Bitcoin +383% since 2018
08:56 Long-term QLD trend line – no 2022-style multi-year bear likely
10:06 Fed policy, new chair, interest rates & why no big breakdown expected
10:37 Cathie Wood / AI breakthroughs, robotics unlocking hidden GDP
11:28 AI models (Grok & Gemini) both target ~$150k BTC by end of 2026
12:15 Alex reaction: more bearish near-term, uncertain forces in AI/energy/geopolitics
14:38 AI doomerism & job displacement counter-arguments (robots = low-wage labor)
17:06 Market uncertainty, pro-crypto admin yet underwhelming price action, FUD levels rising
20:20 “Buy the rumor, sell the news” after favorable regulation & politics
21:24 Commoditization of foundation models vs. value in robotics & applications
22:41 Apple’s local-model strategy – smart or behind the curve?
25:28 Gemini surprise performance vs. Grok, competing AI paradigms
27:35 Geopolitical risks, Fed chair “market trial”, Arthur Hayes contrarian view
30:07 Global debt, productivity, low real rates → bullish for risk assets long-term
30:54 Recycled FUD dice: quantum, miners to AI, retail boredom → same old narratives
34:19 No retail, institutional shakeout, potential long grind ahead
35:22 Power Law support bands – 50–66k floor never broken historically
37:23 Shimon’s 2026 base case: 60s for months → strong H2 recovery → $150k
39:03 Nasdaq all-time highs eventually → Bitcoin follows
40:27 Bull-case global scenario: peace dividends + real AI GDP
42:53 Geopolitical war risks (Iran rumors) & market reaction
44:37 Liberation Day / tariffs – major missed upside for BTC & risk assets
44:54 Hash rate near ATH → miner capitulation narrative weak
46:11 Personal lessons: avoid leverage loans, keep cash, cap BTC allocation ~30–40%
49:17 Cash for peace of mind & opportunistic buying
49:58 Bear market “snake through the pipe” analogy
50:40 Bitcoin’s pure-sentiment nature vs. better technology & network effects
51:18 Internet analogy – 30+ years from invention to mass adoption
52:02 Closing: “Slog until then” – patience requ

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-18714189 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 15:00:00 -0500 2924 full false Beyond Davos: The Truth About Ukraine "Space Wars" and the New World Realignment Beyond Davos: The Truth About Ukraine "Space Wars" and the New World Realignment In this "Special World Economic Forum Edition" of the Dollar Auction Show, Alex and Shimon take a deep dive into the seismic shifts currently reshaping the global order. We move beyond the headlines to analyze how the "Western global elite" at Davos are losing their grip on power as a new era of geopolitics emerges.

This episode explores the "Trump Doctrine"—a radical departure from traditional U.S. foreign policy. Instead of endless regime changes and "forever wars," we discuss a strategy focused on "monetizing power" and leveraging economic pressure to force alignment with U.S. interests. From the strategic necessity of Greenland to the reality of "Space Wars," we unpack the high-stakes moves that the mainstream media is largely ignoring.

Key Discussion Points:
* The Decline of the WEF: Why the World Economic Forum is transitioning from an exclusive "elite club" to a more mainstream "paid-to-play" conference, and what this means for global influence.
* The Trump Doctrine vs. Traditional Diplomacy: Alex explains the "Play Action Pass" strategy—how faking or acting on early threats (like tariffs on allies) builds the credibility needed for major geopolitical negotiations.
* Funding "European Early Retirement": A provocative look at NATO funding. Shimon argues that U.S. defense spending has effectively subsidized Europe's expansive welfare states and pensions, and why that era is coming to an end.
* Energy Independence as a Game Changer: How American fracking and energy self-sufficiency have removed the primary motivation for Middle Eastern interventions, allowing the U.S. to take a harder line with regimes like Maduro's in Venezuela.
* Greenland and the First "Space War": Why Greenland is critical for future military infrastructure, data centers, and controlling the "space war" frontier, especially in light of how Starlink changed the landscape of the Ukraine conflict.
* Onshoring Critical Manufacturing: The strategic danger of outsourcing essentials (like medical PPE and IV bags) to adversaries like China, and why tariffs are being used as a tool to bring production back home.

Join the Conversation: Is the era of global cooperation through organizations like the WEF truly over? Is "monetizing power" a sustainable path for the U.S., or does it risk alienating vital allies? Let us know your thoughts on the new world realignment in the comments below!

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]]> In this "Special World Economic Forum Edition" of the Dollar Auction Show, Alex and Shimon take a deep dive into the seismic shifts currently reshaping the global order. We move beyond the headlines to analyze how the "Western global elite" at Davos are losing their grip on power as a new era of geopolitics emerges.

This episode explores the "Trump Doctrine"—a radical departure from traditional U.S. foreign policy. Instead of endless regime changes and "forever wars," we discuss a strategy focused on "monetizing power" and leveraging economic pressure to force alignment with U.S. interests. From the strategic necessity of Greenland to the reality of "Space Wars," we unpack the high-stakes moves that the mainstream media is largely ignoring.

Key Discussion Points:
* The Decline of the WEF: Why the World Economic Forum is transitioning from an exclusive "elite club" to a more mainstream "paid-to-play" conference, and what this means for global influence.
* The Trump Doctrine vs. Traditional Diplomacy: Alex explains the "Play Action Pass" strategy—how faking or acting on early threats (like tariffs on allies) builds the credibility needed for major geopolitical negotiations.
* Funding "European Early Retirement": A provocative look at NATO funding. Shimon argues that U.S. defense spending has effectively subsidized Europe's expansive welfare states and pensions, and why that era is coming to an end.
* Energy Independence as a Game Changer: How American fracking and energy self-sufficiency have removed the primary motivation for Middle Eastern interventions, allowing the U.S. to take a harder line with regimes like Maduro's in Venezuela.
* Greenland and the First "Space War": Why Greenland is critical for future military infrastructure, data centers, and controlling the "space war" frontier, especially in light of how Starlink changed the landscape of the Ukraine conflict.
* Onshoring Critical Manufacturing: The strategic danger of outsourcing essentials (like medical PPE and IV bags) to adversaries like China, and why tariffs are being used as a tool to bring production back home.

Join the Conversation: Is the era of global cooperation through organizations like the WEF truly over? Is "monetizing power" a sustainable path for the U.S., or does it risk alienating vital allies? Let us know your thoughts on the new world realignment in the comments below!

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-18560268 Fri, 23 Jan 2026 15:00:00 -0500 4188 6 3 full false Iran Chaos, Bitcoin Blues, and AI Boom Iran Chaos, Bitcoin Blues, and AI Boom Join hosts Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik (@MrEBITDA) for a no-holds-barred dive into the world's hottest topics! From the media blackout in Iran's potential revolution to Trump's geopolitical chess moves, Bitcoin's volatile flatline, and the explosive productivity gains from AI— this episode unpacks it all with sharp analysis, humor, and unfiltered insights.

In this episode:

  • Bitcoin's "boring" year: Flat gains, underperforming bonds, but packed with volatility and alpha tips.
  • Iran's crisis: Regime scenarios, nuclear threats, and why a partial change could be disastrous.
  • Global realignments: Venezuela as a power play, Ukraine stalemate, Greenland grabs, and 80-year cycles.
  • Economic optimism: AI-driven productivity, job disruptions, micro-startups, and bold policies like inflating Bitcoin to offset debt.

Whether you're into finance, foreign policy, or futuristic tech, this is your go-to for thought-provoking discussions that cut through the noise.

Timestamps:

  • 00:01 - Introduction and Personal Updates
  • 00:33 - Bitcoin Performance Debate
  • 02:15 - Iran Crisis and Scenarios
  • 09:46 - Trump's Foreign Policy and Venezuela
  • 11:13 - Broader Geopolitical Implications
  • 17:41 - Benefit of Doubt for Trump and Past Conflicts
  • 22:35 - European Weakness and Greenland Acquisition
  • 24:00 - Global Realignments and Cycles
  • 25:47 - Markets and AI Productivity
  • 30:14 - Job Disruption and Future Economy
  • 33:49 - Economic Policies and Inflation Strategies
  • 40:05 - US Economic Power and Closing Thoughts

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]]> Join hosts Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik (@MrEBITDA) for a no-holds-barred dive into the world's hottest topics! From the media blackout in Iran's potential revolution to Trump's geopolitical chess moves, Bitcoin's volatile flatline, and the explosive productivity gains from AI— this episode unpacks it all with sharp analysis, humor, and unfiltered insights.

In this episode:

  • Bitcoin's "boring" year: Flat gains, underperforming bonds, but packed with volatility and alpha tips.
  • Iran's crisis: Regime scenarios, nuclear threats, and why a partial change could be disastrous.
  • Global realignments: Venezuela as a power play, Ukraine stalemate, Greenland grabs, and 80-year cycles.
  • Economic optimism: AI-driven productivity, job disruptions, micro-startups, and bold policies like inflating Bitcoin to offset debt.

Whether you're into finance, foreign policy, or futuristic tech, this is your go-to for thought-provoking discussions that cut through the noise.

Timestamps:

  • 00:01 - Introduction and Personal Updates
  • 00:33 - Bitcoin Performance Debate
  • 02:15 - Iran Crisis and Scenarios
  • 09:46 - Trump's Foreign Policy and Venezuela
  • 11:13 - Broader Geopolitical Implications
  • 17:41 - Benefit of Doubt for Trump and Past Conflicts
  • 22:35 - European Weakness and Greenland Acquisition
  • 24:00 - Global Realignments and Cycles
  • 25:47 - Markets and AI Productivity
  • 30:14 - Job Disruption and Future Economy
  • 33:49 - Economic Policies and Inflation Strategies
  • 40:05 - US Economic Power and Closing Thoughts

If you enjoyed this, smash that LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE for more episodes, and drop a comment with your take on Iran's future or AI's job impact! Follow us on X: 
@ShimonLazarov and 
@MrEBITDA.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-18520700 Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:00:00 -0500 2634 6 2 full false Iran, Venezuela, and Global Freedom Iran, Venezuela, and Global Freedom In this episode of The Dollar Auction Show, Shimon and Alex talk through why Bitcoin is lagging despite risk assets ripping, and then pivot hard into geopolitics: Iran’s internal unrest, Venezuela’s Maduro capture, and what these events signal about deterrence, U.S. power projection, and the media ecosystem.

They explore a “power law” framing for Bitcoin’s long-term adoption, argue mainstream media has become incentive-driven content creation, and debate realpolitik vs “procedure-first” foreign policy. The conversation ties together oil flows, Russia/Ukraine funding pressure, China/Taiwan deterrence, and why unconventional leverage (like blockades and tariffs) can move outcomes faster than traditional diplomacy.


0:07 Intro + markets check
0:27 Bitcoin lagging stocks/gold/silver
2:17 Power law optimism for Bitcoin adoption
5:37 Pivot: politics, social strife, “post-truth” era
6:47 Iran background + why the uprising matters
11:57 Media incentives: news as “content for the base”
15:07 U.S. foreign policy split: status quo vs pressure
16:37 Venezuela: “surgical” action + results vs process
23:07 Rules of war + proportionality logic
24:07 Escalation dominance + Iran air defense narrative
27:07 X/Twitter, Grok, and Wikipedia bias claims
33:07 Trump as consequential actor (even if abrasive)
34:07 Oil + geopolitics ripple effects (Russia/China)
42:27 Tariffs as leverage, not just economics
44:07 Critique of economists/models; “common sense” lens
47:47 Outlook: 2026 optimism, volatility caveats



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]]> In this episode of The Dollar Auction Show, Shimon and Alex talk through why Bitcoin is lagging despite risk assets ripping, and then pivot hard into geopolitics: Iran’s internal unrest, Venezuela’s Maduro capture, and what these events signal about deterrence, U.S. power projection, and the media ecosystem.

They explore a “power law” framing for Bitcoin’s long-term adoption, argue mainstream media has become incentive-driven content creation, and debate realpolitik vs “procedure-first” foreign policy. The conversation ties together oil flows, Russia/Ukraine funding pressure, China/Taiwan deterrence, and why unconventional leverage (like blockades and tariffs) can move outcomes faster than traditional diplomacy.


0:07 Intro + markets check
0:27 Bitcoin lagging stocks/gold/silver
2:17 Power law optimism for Bitcoin adoption
5:37 Pivot: politics, social strife, “post-truth” era
6:47 Iran background + why the uprising matters
11:57 Media incentives: news as “content for the base”
15:07 U.S. foreign policy split: status quo vs pressure
16:37 Venezuela: “surgical” action + results vs process
23:07 Rules of war + proportionality logic
24:07 Escalation dominance + Iran air defense narrative
27:07 X/Twitter, Grok, and Wikipedia bias claims
33:07 Trump as consequential actor (even if abrasive)
34:07 Oil + geopolitics ripple effects (Russia/China)
42:27 Tariffs as leverage, not just economics
44:07 Critique of economists/models; “common sense” lens
47:47 Outlook: 2026 optimism, volatility caveats



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Spotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfc
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@ShimonLazarov

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-18482219 Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:00:00 -0500 2939 6 1 full true Are We Early or Late? Bitcoin, AI, and the S-Curve of Civilization Are We Early or Late? Bitcoin, AI, and the S-Curve of Civilization After an eight-month hiatus, Shimon and Alex return to The Dollar Auction Show with their sharpest, most wide-ranging conversation yet. What begins as a simple question—“Why is the Bitcoin sentiment so bearish when the price is doing fine?”—unfolds into a two-hour exploration of markets, psychology, technology, geopolitics, AI, and humanity’s future.

Together they dive deep into:

  • Why Bitcoin volatility is shrinking—and why that’s actually bullish

  • The role of institutions, ETFs, and political cycles in shaping the next decade

  • How index investors and concentrated-bet traders see the world differently

  • Whether the AI boom is a bubble or a genuine civilizational shift

  • What happens when robotics, energy supply, and AI compute collide

  • Why generational cycles, the “fourth turning,” and human psychology matter

  • The paradoxical optimism of living through the most transformative era in history




1. Introduction — Eight Months Later
Catching up
Why Bitcoin sentiment feels off despite strong fundamentals
Bear market jokes and “when Bitcoin dips, it dips”

2. Market Volatility, Macro Jitters & Investor Psychology
Comparing today’s volatility to prior cycles
Why investors are more nervous than the data suggests
Tariffs, Fed tension, and the jittery political backdrop
The irony of “digital asset treasury companies” replicating 2017’s ICO mania

3. Institutional Adoption & the Slow Grind of Legitimization
Major banks warming up to Bitcoin
ETFs, allocations, custodians, and bonds
Why big money moves slowly but relentlessly
How sideways price action transfers coins from speculators to pension funds

4. Bitcoin’s Long-Term Trajectory
Is Bitcoin still the fastest horse?
Why upside shrinks as adoption grows
Compounding vs. risk-taking as investing styles
The trendline, technical analysis, and market-moving whales
Can a 20–40% yearly growth Bitcoin still change your life?

5. The AI Boom: Bubble or Transformation?
Is Nvidia overvalued?
What happens if OpenAI becomes the Enron of AI?
Why data centers don’t “go to zero”
AI agents disrupting SaaS, legal work, customer support, and more
The massive, overlooked link between energy generation and AI compute
Why “overbuilding” might not be real

6. Robotics, Chips, and the Second Industrial Revolution
Chips for compute → chips for robots
Cities blocking safer autonomous fleets
Why AI + robotics = the true economic revolution
The coming overcapacity vs. demand explosion in energy

7. Civilizational Shifts, Spirituality, and the Fourth Turning
Generational cycles
Could 9/11 have been the real start of the fourth turning?
Human psychology, Fibonacci, TA, and why markets obey “natural laws”
Why we’re lucky to live through the Internet → smartphone → AI → robotics transition in one lifetime

8. Closing Thoughts — Gratitude for a Wild Era
Living through history
Managing fear vs. embracing transformation
Looking ahead to Bitcoin’s and AI’s next leap
Why optimism is the only way through massive change


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Together they dive deep into:

  • Why Bitcoin volatility is shrinking—and why that’s actually bullish

  • The role of institutions, ETFs, and political cycles in shaping the next decade

  • How index investors and concentrated-bet traders see the world differently

  • Whether the AI boom is a bubble or a genuine civilizational shift

  • What happens when robotics, energy supply, and AI compute collide

  • Why generational cycles, the “fourth turning,” and human psychology matter

  • The paradoxical optimism of living through the most transformative era in history




1. Introduction — Eight Months Later
Catching up
Why Bitcoin sentiment feels off despite strong fundamentals
Bear market jokes and “when Bitcoin dips, it dips”

2. Market Volatility, Macro Jitters & Investor Psychology
Comparing today’s volatility to prior cycles
Why investors are more nervous than the data suggests
Tariffs, Fed tension, and the jittery political backdrop
The irony of “digital asset treasury companies” replicating 2017’s ICO mania

3. Institutional Adoption & the Slow Grind of Legitimization
Major banks warming up to Bitcoin
ETFs, allocations, custodians, and bonds
Why big money moves slowly but relentlessly
How sideways price action transfers coins from speculators to pension funds

4. Bitcoin’s Long-Term Trajectory
Is Bitcoin still the fastest horse?
Why upside shrinks as adoption grows
Compounding vs. risk-taking as investing styles
The trendline, technical analysis, and market-moving whales
Can a 20–40% yearly growth Bitcoin still change your life?

5. The AI Boom: Bubble or Transformation?
Is Nvidia overvalued?
What happens if OpenAI becomes the Enron of AI?
Why data centers don’t “go to zero”
AI agents disrupting SaaS, legal work, customer support, and more
The massive, overlooked link between energy generation and AI compute
Why “overbuilding” might not be real

6. Robotics, Chips, and the Second Industrial Revolution
Chips for compute → chips for robots
Cities blocking safer autonomous fleets
Why AI + robotics = the true economic revolution
The coming overcapacity vs. demand explosion in energy

7. Civilizational Shifts, Spirituality, and the Fourth Turning
Generational cycles
Could 9/11 have been the real start of the fourth turning?
Human psychology, Fibonacci, TA, and why markets obey “natural laws”
Why we’re lucky to live through the Internet → smartphone → AI → robotics transition in one lifetime

8. Closing Thoughts — Gratitude for a Wild Era
Living through history
Managing fear vs. embracing transformation
Looking ahead to Bitcoin’s and AI’s next leap
Why optimism is the only way through massive change


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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-18406150 Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0500 3156 5 11 full false Bitcoin crashes by $10,000 but we're happy! Bitcoin crashes by $10,000 but we're happy! Summary

In 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 AI, including the power of AI chips, the potential increase in energy demand, the importance of open-source AI, and the need for trust and transparency in AI development. The intersection of crypto, AI, and open source is also discussed, highlighting the role of cryptographic proof and on-chain data. The dangers of concentrated power in AI and the importance of societal input in shaping AI values are explored. The hosts express disappointment with a podcast interview style that lacks depth and critical questioning.


Takeaways

* Bitcoin's price follows a power law, which is a mathematical model that predicts a straight line on a log-log scale graph.

* The power law model provides a more rigorous and accurate analysis of Bitcoin's price compared to previous models.

* Power law is a common phenomenon in nature, seen in the relationship between body mass and metabolic rate in animals.

* The power law model suggests that Bitcoin's price will continue to grow over time, with a predicted floor price and a slower rate of growth in the future. AI chips are becoming increasingly powerful and are driving advancements in AI technology.

* The use of AI will likely lead to an increase in energy demand, which could lower the cost of energy and benefit industries like Bitcoin mining.

* Open-source AI allows for innovation and collaboration, ensuring that AI development is not controlled by a single company or entity.

* The intersection of crypto, AI, and open source has the potential to create more transparent and trustworthy AI systems.

* Concentrated power in AI development poses risks, and it is important to involve society in shaping AI values and decision-making.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Bitcoin's Power Law

02:45 Understanding Power Law and Bitcoin's Price

07:59 Power Law in Nature and Bitcoin's Price Corridor

13:00 Implications of Power Law for Bitcoin's Future

22:05 Predictions and Investment Potential

22:56 Exploring AI and Robotics

26:47 Reflection on Performance

27:11 The Power of AI Chips

27:40 Nvidia's AI Chip Innovations

28:29 AI at the Chip Level

29:18 Increased Energy Demand

30:17 Energy Consumption and Efficiency

31:04 The Excitement of Using More Energy

31:23 Open Source AI and Innovation

32:19 Genetic Algorithms and Open Source AI

37:39 The Intersection of Crypto, AI, and Open Source

42:32 The Importance of Open Source AI and Trust

43:28 The Need for Cryptographic Proof and On-Chain Data

45:47 The Dangers of Concentrated Power in AI

46:16 The Role of Society in Shaping AI Values

47:58 Disappointment with Interviewing Style

50:09 The Dollar Auction Show and Strong Opinions


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In 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 AI, including the power of AI chips, the potential increase in energy demand, the importance of open-source AI, and the need for trust and transparency in AI development. The intersection of crypto, AI, and open source is also discussed, highlighting the role of cryptographic proof and on-chain data. The dangers of concentrated power in AI and the importance of societal input in shaping AI values are explored. The hosts express disappointment with a podcast interview style that lacks depth and critical questioning.


Takeaways

* Bitcoin's price follows a power law, which is a mathematical model that predicts a straight line on a log-log scale graph.

* The power law model provides a more rigorous and accurate analysis of Bitcoin's price compared to previous models.

* Power law is a common phenomenon in nature, seen in the relationship between body mass and metabolic rate in animals.

* The power law model suggests that Bitcoin's price will continue to grow over time, with a predicted floor price and a slower rate of growth in the future. AI chips are becoming increasingly powerful and are driving advancements in AI technology.

* The use of AI will likely lead to an increase in energy demand, which could lower the cost of energy and benefit industries like Bitcoin mining.

* Open-source AI allows for innovation and collaboration, ensuring that AI development is not controlled by a single company or entity.

* The intersection of crypto, AI, and open source has the potential to create more transparent and trustworthy AI systems.

* Concentrated power in AI development poses risks, and it is important to involve society in shaping AI values and decision-making.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Bitcoin's Power Law

02:45 Understanding Power Law and Bitcoin's Price

07:59 Power Law in Nature and Bitcoin's Price Corridor

13:00 Implications of Power Law for Bitcoin's Future

22:05 Predictions and Investment Potential

22:56 Exploring AI and Robotics

26:47 Reflection on Performance

27:11 The Power of AI Chips

27:40 Nvidia's AI Chip Innovations

28:29 AI at the Chip Level

29:18 Increased Energy Demand

30:17 Energy Consumption and Efficiency

31:04 The Excitement of Using More Energy

31:23 Open Source AI and Innovation

32:19 Genetic Algorithms and Open Source AI

37:39 The Intersection of Crypto, AI, and Open Source

42:32 The Importance of Open Source AI and Trust

43:28 The Need for Cryptographic Proof and On-Chain Data

45:47 The Dangers of Concentrated Power in AI

46:16 The Role of Society in Shaping AI Values

47:58 Disappointment with Interviewing Style

50:09 The Dollar Auction Show and Strong Opinions


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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-14782485 Wed, 27 Mar 2024 17:00:00 -0400 3091 5 10 full false $70K Bitcoin and the AI Revolution $70K Bitcoin and the AI Revolution Summary

In 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, and energy. They criticize financial experts who have made inaccurate predictions about Bitcoin and housing affordability. They explore the impact of Bitcoin and AI on energy demand and the need for low latency in AI and Bitcoin transactions. They also discuss the role of nuclear power in meeting energy demand and the potential for renewable energy to shape the future of energy markets. The conversation concludes with a celebration of Bitcoin's success and the potential for its continued growth.

Takeaways

  • Bitcoin reaches an all-time high, generating excitement among investors.
  • Technology is infiltrating every industry, leading to exponential growth and advancements.
  • Tesla's full self-driving algorithm demonstrates the value of edge cases in machine learning.
  • Media manipulation can shape public perception of Bitcoin and other topics.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and All-Time High

00:41
Bitcoin Price Update

02:26
Bitcoin Trading Strategies

03:01
The Purpose of the Podcast

04:05
Technology in Every Industry

05:12
Bitcoin and Technological Advancements

06:10
Understanding Tech and Exponential Curves

06:30
Deep Dive into Tech Podcasts

07:24
Tesla's Full Self-Driving Algorithm

08:22
The Value of Edge Cases in Machine Learning

09:18
The Scalability of Tesla's Self-Driving Model

10:31
Media Manipulation and Bitcoin Critics

15:12
Bitcoin as the Cockroach of Investments

16:11
The Media's Influence on Perception

19:24
Engagement Farming and Bitcoin Critics

20:20
The Impact of Bitcoin Critics

20:52
Criticism of Financial Experts

22:13
Bitcoin and AI's Impact on Energy Demand

23:40
The Role of Nuclear Power in Meeting Energy Demand

28:02
The Need for Low Latency in AI and Bitcoin

30:02
Renewable Energy and the Future of Energy Markets

32:05
The Geopolitical Implications of Energy Independence

35:12
Bitcoin's Role in Increasing Energy Demand

36:21
Bitcoin's Price Action and the Impact of ETFs

39:14
The Future of Bitcoin Cycles

41:29
Barriers to Bitcoin Adoption

42:00
Celebrating Bitcoin's Success

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In 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, and energy. They criticize financial experts who have made inaccurate predictions about Bitcoin and housing affordability. They explore the impact of Bitcoin and AI on energy demand and the need for low latency in AI and Bitcoin transactions. They also discuss the role of nuclear power in meeting energy demand and the potential for renewable energy to shape the future of energy markets. The conversation concludes with a celebration of Bitcoin's success and the potential for its continued growth.

Takeaways

  • Bitcoin reaches an all-time high, generating excitement among investors.
  • Technology is infiltrating every industry, leading to exponential growth and advancements.
  • Tesla's full self-driving algorithm demonstrates the value of edge cases in machine learning.
  • Media manipulation can shape public perception of Bitcoin and other topics.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and All-Time High

00:41
Bitcoin Price Update

02:26
Bitcoin Trading Strategies

03:01
The Purpose of the Podcast

04:05
Technology in Every Industry

05:12
Bitcoin and Technological Advancements

06:10
Understanding Tech and Exponential Curves

06:30
Deep Dive into Tech Podcasts

07:24
Tesla's Full Self-Driving Algorithm

08:22
The Value of Edge Cases in Machine Learning

09:18
The Scalability of Tesla's Self-Driving Model

10:31
Media Manipulation and Bitcoin Critics

15:12
Bitcoin as the Cockroach of Investments

16:11
The Media's Influence on Perception

19:24
Engagement Farming and Bitcoin Critics

20:20
The Impact of Bitcoin Critics

20:52
Criticism of Financial Experts

22:13
Bitcoin and AI's Impact on Energy Demand

23:40
The Role of Nuclear Power in Meeting Energy Demand

28:02
The Need for Low Latency in AI and Bitcoin

30:02
Renewable Energy and the Future of Energy Markets

32:05
The Geopolitical Implications of Energy Independence

35:12
Bitcoin's Role in Increasing Energy Demand

36:21
Bitcoin's Price Action and the Impact of ETFs

39:14
The Future of Bitcoin Cycles

41:29
Barriers to Bitcoin Adoption

42:00
Celebrating Bitcoin's Success

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]]> Buzzsprout-14655239 Fri, 08 Mar 2024 16:00:00 -0500 2603 5 9 full false It's Just-isms It's Just-isms In 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 the potential shift towards jobs that require empathy and human touch. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the value of accomplishment and the need for new paradigms in a society where basic needs are met by AI. The conversation explores the potential for advancing humanity on Earth through technological advancements, such as AGI and incremental improvements. It discusses the rapid pace of technological change and the uncertainty it brings. The goal of achieving universal basic needs and the changing path of careers are also examined. The conversation delves into the requirements for technological breakthroughs and the potential of AI and replicas. It concludes by addressing the impact of technology on society and the challenge of maintaining emotional connection.




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]]> In 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 the potential shift towards jobs that require empathy and human touch. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the value of accomplishment and the need for new paradigms in a society where basic needs are met by AI. The conversation explores the potential for advancing humanity on Earth through technological advancements, such as AGI and incremental improvements. It discusses the rapid pace of technological change and the uncertainty it brings. The goal of achieving universal basic needs and the changing path of careers are also examined. The conversation delves into the requirements for technological breakthroughs and the potential of AI and replicas. It concludes by addressing the impact of technology on society and the challenge of maintaining emotional connection.




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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-14611230 Fri, 01 Mar 2024 21:00:00 -0500 2882 5 8 full false Google's AI Debacle and What It Means For China Google's AI Debacle and What It Means For China In 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, the role of blockchain in open source AI, the difficulty of obtaining objective information from Google, and the disruption of established companies.

Takeaways

The Google Gemini launch debacle highlights the challenges of AI alignment and the potential unintended consequences of bias correction.
Trust in Google's AI may be compromised due to the perceived biases and limitations of the system.
The future of Google's AI depends on its ability to address these issues and provide more accurate and unbiased results.
Understanding and avoiding the spinning of information is crucial in ensuring the dissemination of truthful and unbiased content. Former US spies warned in 2020 that the Hunter Biden scandal had Russian fingerprints, and recent developments have vindicated their claims.
The Justice Department confirmed that an informant invented a story about $5 million bribes paid to Joe and Hunter Biden, further supporting the Russian interference narrative.
The disconnect between the Hunter Biden laptop and the Russian interference allegations highlights the need for careful analysis and critical thinking when consuming news.
The bias in AI systems, such as Google's, raises concerns about the potential manipulation of information and the need for cryptographic proof to ensure transparency and accountability.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Bitcoin
01:40 Google Gemini Launch Debacle
06:22 AI Alignment
09:27 Trust in Google's AI
14:44 Google's Future
24:40 The Hunter Biden Scandal and Russian Interference
25:10 The Justice Department's Statement
25:25 Confirmation of Russian Involvement
26:16 The Disconnect from the Hunter Biden Laptop
27:11 Concerns about AI Bias
28:08 The Impact of AI Bias on Google's Stock
29:36 The Need for Cryptographic Proof in AI
31:24 China's AI and Digital Assets
32:30 The Challenge of Ensuring Unbiased AI
33:39 The Arms Race of AI
36:17 The Role of Blockchain in Open Source AI
39:22 The AI Arms Race: Western AI, Chinese AI, and Pirate AI
45:03 The Difficulty of Obtaining Objective Information from Google
47:15 The Disruption of Established Companies



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]]> In 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, the role of blockchain in open source AI, the difficulty of obtaining objective information from Google, and the disruption of established companies.

Takeaways

The Google Gemini launch debacle highlights the challenges of AI alignment and the potential unintended consequences of bias correction.
Trust in Google's AI may be compromised due to the perceived biases and limitations of the system.
The future of Google's AI depends on its ability to address these issues and provide more accurate and unbiased results.
Understanding and avoiding the spinning of information is crucial in ensuring the dissemination of truthful and unbiased content. Former US spies warned in 2020 that the Hunter Biden scandal had Russian fingerprints, and recent developments have vindicated their claims.
The Justice Department confirmed that an informant invented a story about $5 million bribes paid to Joe and Hunter Biden, further supporting the Russian interference narrative.
The disconnect between the Hunter Biden laptop and the Russian interference allegations highlights the need for careful analysis and critical thinking when consuming news.
The bias in AI systems, such as Google's, raises concerns about the potential manipulation of information and the need for cryptographic proof to ensure transparency and accountability.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Bitcoin
01:40 Google Gemini Launch Debacle
06:22 AI Alignment
09:27 Trust in Google's AI
14:44 Google's Future
24:40 The Hunter Biden Scandal and Russian Interference
25:10 The Justice Department's Statement
25:25 Confirmation of Russian Involvement
26:16 The Disconnect from the Hunter Biden Laptop
27:11 Concerns about AI Bias
28:08 The Impact of AI Bias on Google's Stock
29:36 The Need for Cryptographic Proof in AI
31:24 China's AI and Digital Assets
32:30 The Challenge of Ensuring Unbiased AI
33:39 The Arms Race of AI
36:17 The Role of Blockchain in Open Source AI
39:22 The AI Arms Race: Western AI, Chinese AI, and Pirate AI
45:03 The Difficulty of Obtaining Objective Information from Google
47:15 The Disruption of Established Companies



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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-14580285 Mon, 26 Feb 2024 15:00:00 -0500 2897 5 7 full false CIA deep dive with Ken Egan - how to track and stop illicit finance CIA deep dive with Ken Egan - how to track and stop illicit finance In 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. In this conversation, Ken discusses the fundamental use case of Bitcoin and why he believes it is important for Americans to own and use it. He emphasizes that Bitcoin provides a safety net and can bring a sense of calm to society in times of crisis. The conversation also touches on the lack of war and financial strife in the US, the resilience of the country, and the role of Bitcoin in making the nation more resilient. Ken and the hosts express their passion for Bitcoin and the need for education about investing in alternative assets. They discuss the volatility and uncertainty in the US and the potential for social and financial strife. The conversation concludes with Ken sharing his experiences and insights from his career in intelligence and the freedom to explore new opportunities and perspectives.

Takeaways

  • Bitcoin is viewed as a tool within the intelligence community and is not optimized for illicit activity.
  • Educating lawmakers about Bitcoin is crucial to ensure a balanced and informed approach to regulation.
  • Bitcoin has the potential to modernize energy grids and provide economic opportunities in developing countries.
  • Imposing restrictions on US miners may not effectively address the issue of non-OFAC compliant transactions.
  • Bitcoin can serve as a means of protecting wealth in times of financial calamity. Bitcoin provides a safety net and can bring a sense of calm to society in times of crisis.
  • Owning Bitcoin can make a nation more resilient and less susceptible to financial and social strife.
  • There is a need for education about investing in alternative assets like Bitcoin.
  • The US is currently facing volatility and uncertainty, and there is a potential for social and financial strife.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Guest Introduction

02:34
Views on Bitcoin within the Intelligence Community

08:27
Bitcoin as a Tool for Illicit Activity

10:03
Bitcoin and Financial Sovereignty

16:28
Traceability of Bitcoin Transactions

18:19
Educating Lawmakers about Bitcoin

24:18
The Threats to Dollar Dominance

26:15
Implications of OFAC Compliance for Miners

29:18
Miners and Non-OFAC Compliant Transactions

36:36
The Positive Potential of Bitcoin

40:51
The Fundamental Use Case of Bitcoin

41:20
The Importance of Bitcoin in Times of Crisis

41:53
The Lack of War and Financial Strife in the US

43:17
The Resilience of the US and the Role of Bitcoin

44:42
Passion for Bitcoin and the Need for Education

45:40
The Volatility and Uncertainty in the US

46:05
The Potential for Strife and the Arrogance of Westerners

47:50
The Resilience of the System and the Role of Statesmen

48:15
The Chaos and Charm of Living in Developing Countries

50:13
The Unique Experiences and Insights of a Career in Intelligence

55:01
The Freedom to Explore New Opportunities and Perspectives

55:27
How to Connect with Ken



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]]> In 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. In this conversation, Ken discusses the fundamental use case of Bitcoin and why he believes it is important for Americans to own and use it. He emphasizes that Bitcoin provides a safety net and can bring a sense of calm to society in times of crisis. The conversation also touches on the lack of war and financial strife in the US, the resilience of the country, and the role of Bitcoin in making the nation more resilient. Ken and the hosts express their passion for Bitcoin and the need for education about investing in alternative assets. They discuss the volatility and uncertainty in the US and the potential for social and financial strife. The conversation concludes with Ken sharing his experiences and insights from his career in intelligence and the freedom to explore new opportunities and perspectives.

Takeaways

  • Bitcoin is viewed as a tool within the intelligence community and is not optimized for illicit activity.
  • Educating lawmakers about Bitcoin is crucial to ensure a balanced and informed approach to regulation.
  • Bitcoin has the potential to modernize energy grids and provide economic opportunities in developing countries.
  • Imposing restrictions on US miners may not effectively address the issue of non-OFAC compliant transactions.
  • Bitcoin can serve as a means of protecting wealth in times of financial calamity. Bitcoin provides a safety net and can bring a sense of calm to society in times of crisis.
  • Owning Bitcoin can make a nation more resilient and less susceptible to financial and social strife.
  • There is a need for education about investing in alternative assets like Bitcoin.
  • The US is currently facing volatility and uncertainty, and there is a potential for social and financial strife.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Guest Introduction

02:34
Views on Bitcoin within the Intelligence Community

08:27
Bitcoin as a Tool for Illicit Activity

10:03
Bitcoin and Financial Sovereignty

16:28
Traceability of Bitcoin Transactions

18:19
Educating Lawmakers about Bitcoin

24:18
The Threats to Dollar Dominance

26:15
Implications of OFAC Compliance for Miners

29:18
Miners and Non-OFAC Compliant Transactions

36:36
The Positive Potential of Bitcoin

40:51
The Fundamental Use Case of Bitcoin

41:20
The Importance of Bitcoin in Times of Crisis

41:53
The Lack of War and Financial Strife in the US

43:17
The Resilience of the US and the Role of Bitcoin

44:42
Passion for Bitcoin and the Need for Education

45:40
The Volatility and Uncertainty in the US

46:05
The Potential for Strife and the Arrogance of Westerners

47:50
The Resilience of the System and the Role of Statesmen

48:15
The Chaos and Charm of Living in Developing Countries

50:13
The Unique Experiences and Insights of a Career in Intelligence

55:01
The Freedom to Explore New Opportunities and Perspectives

55:27
How to Connect with Ken



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]]> Buzzsprout-14535254 Mon, 19 Feb 2024 20:00:00 -0500 3372 5 6 full false Bitcoin and the CIA Bitcoin and the CIA In 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 believes that these problems are solvable. The conversation ends with a hopeful note, expressing the desire for an end to the suffering and a return to normalcy for the people in Gaza.

Takeaways
* Intelligence agencies have a long history of using encryption, making it unsurprising that they are interested in Bitcoin.
* Regulation can distort markets and create inefficiencies, hindering innovation and hurting investors.
* Elizabeth Warren's misunderstanding of interest rates highlights the need for policymakers to have a strong understanding of economics.
* Biden's cognitive abilities have raised concerns, and there are rumors that the Democratic Party may consider a replacement.
* China's demographic challenges and India's entrepreneurial culture may impact their future trajectories.
* The situation in Gaza is ongoing, with surgical operations targeting terrorists and an increasing number of surrenders.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Format Change
01:19 Feedback and Audience Engagement
03:47 Intelligence Agencies and Bitcoin
06:18 Bitcoin Inflows and Regulatory Distortions
07:36 Regulation and Market Inefficiencies
15:12 Elizabeth Warren's Misunderstanding of Interest Rates
19:31 Biden's Cognitive Abilities and Potential Replacement
22:21 Putin's Unhinged Interview
26:35 India's Potential and China's Demographic Challenges
37:40 Conclusion and Recap of Gaza Situation
42:06 Challenges in Conquering Ra'afah
43:05 Solutions to the Challenges
44:00 Hope for an End to the Conflict

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]]> In 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 believes that these problems are solvable. The conversation ends with a hopeful note, expressing the desire for an end to the suffering and a return to normalcy for the people in Gaza.

Takeaways
* Intelligence agencies have a long history of using encryption, making it unsurprising that they are interested in Bitcoin.
* Regulation can distort markets and create inefficiencies, hindering innovation and hurting investors.
* Elizabeth Warren's misunderstanding of interest rates highlights the need for policymakers to have a strong understanding of economics.
* Biden's cognitive abilities have raised concerns, and there are rumors that the Democratic Party may consider a replacement.
* China's demographic challenges and India's entrepreneurial culture may impact their future trajectories.
* The situation in Gaza is ongoing, with surgical operations targeting terrorists and an increasing number of surrenders.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Format Change
01:19 Feedback and Audience Engagement
03:47 Intelligence Agencies and Bitcoin
06:18 Bitcoin Inflows and Regulatory Distortions
07:36 Regulation and Market Inefficiencies
15:12 Elizabeth Warren's Misunderstanding of Interest Rates
19:31 Biden's Cognitive Abilities and Potential Replacement
22:21 Putin's Unhinged Interview
26:35 India's Potential and China's Demographic Challenges
37:40 Conclusion and Recap of Gaza Situation
42:06 Challenges in Conquering Ra'afah
43:05 Solutions to the Challenges
44:00 Hope for an End to the Conflict

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-14485777 Mon, 12 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0500 2701 5 5 full false Apple, AR, and War Tech Apple, AR, and War Tech Summary

The 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 in pushing the boundaries of technology. Lazarov highlights the need for the US to take a proactive approach in areas such as nuclear energy. The conversation concludes with a discussion about future episodes focusing on military tech and drones.

Takeaways

  • The Apple Vision Pro has the potential to revolutionize augmented reality and open up new possibilities in various industries.
  • Open source AI and the competition between different AI models from different countries can lead to technological advancements and improvements.
  • The economic impact of the Apple Vision Pro and government spending is a topic of debate, with differing opinions on the strength of the economy and the role of government.
  • Immigration can contribute to economic growth and labor force expansion, but the overall economic situation is influenced by various factors.
  • The future of military technology, particularly the rise of drones, is an area of interest and potential disruption.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Discussion of Apple Vision Pro

06:33
Implications of Apple Vision Pro and Augmented Reality

11:40
Open Source AI and the Future of AI Development

22:47
Economic Impact of Apple Vision Pro and Government Spending

25:09
Discussion on Immigration and Economic Success

30:16
Debate on the State of the Economy and Government Spending

39:08
Preview of Future Discussion on Military Technology

41:02
The Road Runner: A Jet Powered Drone

43:19
Innovation and Investment in the Frontier

44:23
The US Does the Right Thing

44:36
Future Episode: Military Tech and Drones

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The 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 in pushing the boundaries of technology. Lazarov highlights the need for the US to take a proactive approach in areas such as nuclear energy. The conversation concludes with a discussion about future episodes focusing on military tech and drones.

Takeaways

  • The Apple Vision Pro has the potential to revolutionize augmented reality and open up new possibilities in various industries.
  • Open source AI and the competition between different AI models from different countries can lead to technological advancements and improvements.
  • The economic impact of the Apple Vision Pro and government spending is a topic of debate, with differing opinions on the strength of the economy and the role of government.
  • Immigration can contribute to economic growth and labor force expansion, but the overall economic situation is influenced by various factors.
  • The future of military technology, particularly the rise of drones, is an area of interest and potential disruption.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Discussion of Apple Vision Pro

06:33
Implications of Apple Vision Pro and Augmented Reality

11:40
Open Source AI and the Future of AI Development

22:47
Economic Impact of Apple Vision Pro and Government Spending

25:09
Discussion on Immigration and Economic Success

30:16
Debate on the State of the Economy and Government Spending

39:08
Preview of Future Discussion on Military Technology

41:02
The Road Runner: A Jet Powered Drone

43:19
Innovation and Investment in the Frontier

44:23
The US Does the Right Thing

44:36
Future Episode: Military Tech and Drones

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]]> Buzzsprout-14431146 Fri, 02 Feb 2024 22:00:00 -0500 2709 5 4 full false Bitcoin ETF, Bitcoin price and M2, border crisis and more! Bitcoin 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.
* Bitcoin price has a relationship with M2, the monetary supply, and can both lag and lead it.
* The border crisis raises concerns about national security and the need for proper identification and tracking of individuals entering the country.
* The current immigration process can be challenging and bureaucratic, and the open border situation undermines legal immigration.
* Joe Biden's cognitive decline raises questions about his ability to serve as president.
* Vivek offers a fresh perspective on politics and emphasizes the importance of respectful disagreement and challenging the bureaucracy.

Chapters
00:00 - Introduction and Personal Updates
01:01 - Investment Advisors and Bitcoin Education
02:02 - Expectations for Bitcoin ETF Approval
03:23 - Bitcoin Price and M2
05:34 - Bitcoin Lagging and Leading M2
08:51 - Discussion on Border Crisis
11:11 - Open Borders and National Security
12:46 - Immigration Process and Legal Immigration
14:10 - Cognitive Decline of Joe Biden
15:35 - Vivek's Stances and Fresh Perspective


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]]> 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.
* Bitcoin price has a relationship with M2, the monetary supply, and can both lag and lead it.
* The border crisis raises concerns about national security and the need for proper identification and tracking of individuals entering the country.
* The current immigration process can be challenging and bureaucratic, and the open border situation undermines legal immigration.
* Joe Biden's cognitive decline raises questions about his ability to serve as president.
* Vivek offers a fresh perspective on politics and emphasizes the importance of respectful disagreement and challenging the bureaucracy.

Chapters
00:00 - Introduction and Personal Updates
01:01 - Investment Advisors and Bitcoin Education
02:02 - Expectations for Bitcoin ETF Approval
03:23 - Bitcoin Price and M2
05:34 - Bitcoin Lagging and Leading M2
08:51 - Discussion on Border Crisis
11:11 - Open Borders and National Security
12:46 - Immigration Process and Legal Immigration
14:10 - Cognitive Decline of Joe Biden
15:35 - Vivek's Stances and Fresh Perspective


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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-14429337 Fri, 02 Feb 2024 14:00:00 -0500 2834 5 3 full false Robots, AI, and Productivity Robots, AI, and Productivity Shimon 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!


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]]> Shimon 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!


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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-14358048 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 20:00:00 -0500 2745 5 2 full false Bitcoin ETF, technology deflation and more Bitcoin ETF, technology deflation and more Alex 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.

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]]> Alex 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.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-14356019 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 14:00:00 -0500 2715 5 1 full false Bitcoin is like Passover .... wait what?!?!? Bitcoin 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 and what The Chamber of Digital Commerce, Blockchain Association, Satoshi Action and the Texas Blockchain Council are doing to help us fight the good fight! Specifically:

1. Encouraging investment in renewable energy infrastructure: Bitcoin mining is a process that requires a significant amount of energy, and as the demand for Bitcoin increases, so does the demand for energy to power the mining process. If this energy can be sourced from renewable sources such as solar, wind, or hydro power, it could incentivize the development and expansion of renewable energy infrastructure.

2. Providing a new revenue stream for renewable energy producers: Bitcoin mining can be a lucrative business, and renewable energy producers could potentially use excess energy from their facilities to mine Bitcoin and generate additional revenue.

3. Reducing carbon emissions: Bitcoin mining currently consumes a significant amount of energy, much of which comes from non-renewable sources such as coal. However, if more Bitcoin mining were to be powered by renewable energy sources, it could potentially reduce carbon emissions associated with the mining process.

4. Creating new investment opportunities: As the demand for Bitcoin grows, there may be an opportunity for investors to invest in renewable energy projects that are specifically designed to power Bitcoin mining operations.


 #Crypto #Algorand #Dogecoin #Doge #ElonMusk #CryptoNews #Cryptocurrency #Bitcoin #BTC #BitcoinNews #BitcoinMining #Ripple #XRP #XRPNews #RippleXRP #Ethereum #EthereumNews #ETH #Cardano #Ada #CardanoNews #Altcoin #Altcoins #NFTs #NFT #Metaverse #Podcast



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]]> 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 and what The Chamber of Digital Commerce, Blockchain Association, Satoshi Action and the Texas Blockchain Council are doing to help us fight the good fight! Specifically:

1. Encouraging investment in renewable energy infrastructure: Bitcoin mining is a process that requires a significant amount of energy, and as the demand for Bitcoin increases, so does the demand for energy to power the mining process. If this energy can be sourced from renewable sources such as solar, wind, or hydro power, it could incentivize the development and expansion of renewable energy infrastructure.

2. Providing a new revenue stream for renewable energy producers: Bitcoin mining can be a lucrative business, and renewable energy producers could potentially use excess energy from their facilities to mine Bitcoin and generate additional revenue.

3. Reducing carbon emissions: Bitcoin mining currently consumes a significant amount of energy, much of which comes from non-renewable sources such as coal. However, if more Bitcoin mining were to be powered by renewable energy sources, it could potentially reduce carbon emissions associated with the mining process.

4. Creating new investment opportunities: As the demand for Bitcoin grows, there may be an opportunity for investors to invest in renewable energy projects that are specifically designed to power Bitcoin mining operations.


 #Crypto #Algorand #Dogecoin #Doge #ElonMusk #CryptoNews #Cryptocurrency #Bitcoin #BTC #BitcoinNews #BitcoinMining #Ripple #XRP #XRPNews #RippleXRP #Ethereum #EthereumNews #ETH #Cardano #Ada #CardanoNews #Altcoin #Altcoins #NFTs #NFT #Metaverse #Podcast



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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-12593463 Wed, 05 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0400 1528 4 10 full false Debt Crisis, GDP, and Social Security Reform with Dr. Larry Kotlikoff Part 2 Debt Crisis, GDP, and Social Security Reform with Dr. Larry Kotlikoff Part 2 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 founder of
Maximize My Social Security and MaxiFi.

We spoke about different investment strategies, ways for governments
to grow their GDP in order to fund their unfunded liabilities, some
interesting solutions to the healthcare costs crisis, ways in which
technology can create prosperity and a lot more.

To learn more about professor Kotlikoff, visit:
Kotlikoff.net
Larrykotlikoff.substack.com
Maximizemysocialsecurity.com
Maxifi.com


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]]> 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 founder of
Maximize My Social Security and MaxiFi.

We spoke about different investment strategies, ways for governments
to grow their GDP in order to fund their unfunded liabilities, some
interesting solutions to the healthcare costs crisis, ways in which
technology can create prosperity and a lot more.

To learn more about professor Kotlikoff, visit:
Kotlikoff.net
Larrykotlikoff.substack.com
Maximizemysocialsecurity.com
Maxifi.com


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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-12493302 Wed, 22 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0400 3531 4 8 full false Bank runs and overhauling the Government with Dr Larry Kotlikoff Bank runs and overhauling the Government with Dr Larry Kotlikoff In 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 founder of
 Maximize My Social Security and MaxiFi.
 
 We spoke about the fiscal gap in the USA, The USA vs China in the 21st
 century, Social Security, and a lot more.

 

Kotlikoff.net

Larrykotlikoff.substack.com

Maximizemysocialsecurity.com

Maxifi.com

 

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]]> In 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 founder of
 Maximize My Social Security and MaxiFi.
 
 We spoke about the fiscal gap in the USA, The USA vs China in the 21st
 century, Social Security, and a lot more.

 

Kotlikoff.net

Larrykotlikoff.substack.com

Maximizemysocialsecurity.com

Maxifi.com

 

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]]> Buzzsprout-12443554 Wed, 15 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400 3429 4 7 full false Kristen Ragusin and the Scarcity of Money Part 2 Kristen Ragusin and the Scarcity of Money Part 2 Alex 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 welcome back Kristen Ragusin to the show for Part 2 of our discussion around money and scarcity. 

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 Institute of Technology and in Money and Society from the University of Cumbria, London. 

Alex and Kristen discuss the macro outlook, how most people mis-understand what money is, and 

https://www.kristenragusin.com/
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]]> Alex 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 welcome back Kristen Ragusin to the show for Part 2 of our discussion around money and scarcity. 

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 Institute of Technology and in Money and Society from the University of Cumbria, London. 

Alex and Kristen discuss the macro outlook, how most people mis-understand what money is, and 

https://www.kristenragusin.com/
https://twitter.com/KristenRagusin


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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-12394620 Wed, 08 Mar 2023 07:00:00 -0500 3697 4 6 full false Misunderstanding of Money with Kristen Ragusin Part 1; and also Celsius Bankruptcy FTX Guilty Plea Misunderstanding of Money with Kristen Ragusin Part 1; and also Celsius Bankruptcy FTX Guilty Plea Today 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 Institute of Technology and in Money and Society from the University of Cumbria, London. 

 

Alex and Kristen discuss the macro outlook, how most people mis-understand what money is, and 

 

https://www.kristenragusin.com/

https://twitter.com/KristenRagusin

 

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]]> Today 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 Institute of Technology and in Money and Society from the University of Cumbria, London. 

 

Alex and Kristen discuss the macro outlook, how most people mis-understand what money is, and 

 

https://www.kristenragusin.com/

https://twitter.com/KristenRagusin

 

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-12347338 Wed, 01 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0500 3543 4 5 full false Profit First with David Richter Profit First with David Richter Today 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. While growing and building a real estate business from 5 deals a month to over 25 deals a month, he realized that as much money was coming in, it was going right out. With the unique opportunity of being in every seat as a real estate investor, he found a calling to the company’s finance seat to help them see where their money was really going. David has helped real estate companies completely turn around from going out of business to building cash reserves through his profit advising company Simple CFO Solutions, LLC. He is the author of Profit First for Real Estate Investing. His goal in life is to completely transform the Real Estate Investing industry when it comes to how real estate investors view their finances and – bring them true financial clarity and freedom.

https://simplecfosolutions.com/
https://simplecfosolutions.com/podcast/



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]]> Today 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. While growing and building a real estate business from 5 deals a month to over 25 deals a month, he realized that as much money was coming in, it was going right out. With the unique opportunity of being in every seat as a real estate investor, he found a calling to the company’s finance seat to help them see where their money was really going. David has helped real estate companies completely turn around from going out of business to building cash reserves through his profit advising company Simple CFO Solutions, LLC. He is the author of Profit First for Real Estate Investing. His goal in life is to completely transform the Real Estate Investing industry when it comes to how real estate investors view their finances and – bring them true financial clarity and freedom.

https://simplecfosolutions.com/
https://simplecfosolutions.com/podcast/



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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-12267050 Wed, 22 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0500 2799 4 4 full false Bitcoin Ordinals and Goodbye to the Hardcore Finance Show Bitcoin Ordinals and Goodbye to the Hardcore Finance Show In 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 show we discuss: 

 

1.     News + Price Action

2.    Regulatory/Policy

3.    New Tech + Game Theory

4.    Deep Dive + Guest

 

Today, we deep dive on Bitcoin Ordinals, what they are, the Pro and the Con case of having them. 

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]]> In 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 show we discuss: 

 

1.     News + Price Action

2.    Regulatory/Policy

3.    New Tech + Game Theory

4.    Deep Dive + Guest

 

Today, we deep dive on Bitcoin Ordinals, what they are, the Pro and the Con case of having them. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-12219657 Thu, 09 Feb 2023 12:00:00 -0500 2969 4 3 full false 2023 - The Year of Crypto Regulation 2023 - The Year of Crypto Regulation 2023 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. 

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]]> 2023 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. 

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-12141138 Wed, 01 Feb 2023 07:00:00 -0500 1789 4 2 full false Building in 2023 Building in 2023 Alex 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. 

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]]> Alex 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. 

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-11987347 Thu, 05 Jan 2023 12:00:00 -0500 1613 4 1 full false GPT3 will save us from the debt crisis GPT3 will save us from the debt crisis Shimon 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.

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]]> Shimon 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.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-11885617 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 13:00:00 -0500 1629 3 19 full false The privatization of money - How Bitcoin can lead to human flourishing across the globe The privatization of money - How Bitcoin can lead to human flourishing across the globe In 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.

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]]> In 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.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-11782190 Tue, 29 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0500 2540 3 18 full false We are in a funk and so is the market We are in a funk and so is the market In 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?

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]]> In 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?

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-11761851 Fri, 25 Nov 2022 16:00:00 -0500 2564 3 17 full false The downfall of FTX (no other description needed) The downfall of FTX (no other description needed) Shimon and Alex discuss the fallout from the FTX debacle and next steps for Crypto and Bitcoin. 


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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-11676554 Fri, 11 Nov 2022 12:00:00 -0500 2031 3 16 full false Representative Margaret Croke and the future of Crypto Legislation Representative Margaret Croke and the future of Crypto Legislation In 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!

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]]> In 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/

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-11614509 Wed, 09 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3216 3 15 full false The Upcoming Real Estate Turmoil with David Blatt The Upcoming Real Estate Turmoil with David Blatt In 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 countless complex deals. He is also a frequent public speaker & writer on innovation & capital market trends in real estate. 
 
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]]> In 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 countless complex deals. He is also a frequent public speaker & writer on innovation & capital market trends in real estate. 
 
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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-11541944 Wed, 26 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3435 3 13 full false The Jackson Hole debacle. Will we get into a deep recession? The 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.

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]]> 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.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-11543052 Fri, 21 Oct 2022 11:00:00 -0400 1383 3 14 full false Minting Millionaires - with Tony Bradshaw Minting Millionaires - with Tony Bradshaw Want 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/
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]]> Want 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/
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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-11480368 Wed, 19 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3360 3 12 full false Hardcore Finance Show - Our New Identity Hardcore Finance Show - Our New Identity In 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. 

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]]> In 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. 

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-11387209 Wed, 05 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1552 3 10 full false Ukraine, Russia, the Fed and the latest and greatest in the global markets - PART 2 Ukraine, Russia, the Fed and the latest and greatest in the global markets - PART 2 Shimon and Alex discuss the recent happenings in the Ukraine - Russia war and how that will impact the global markets. Part 2

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]]> Shimon and Alex discuss the recent happenings in the Ukraine - Russia war and how that will impact the global markets. Part 2

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-11347246 Wed, 28 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1639 3 9 full false Ukraine, Russia, the Fed and the latest and greatest in the global markets - PART 1 Ukraine, Russia, the Fed and the latest and greatest in the global markets - PART 1 Shimon and Alex discuss the recent happenings in the Ukraine - Russia war and how that will impact the global markets

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]]> Shimon and Alex discuss the recent happenings in the Ukraine - Russia war and how that will impact the global markets

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-11347232 Wed, 21 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1587 3 8 full false The Federal Reserve Jackson Hole meeting and its effect on markets The Federal Reserve Jackson Hole meeting and its effect on markets 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.

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]]> 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.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-11224067 Mon, 29 Aug 2022 15:00:00 -0400 1383 3 7 full false The Ethereum Merge - is it actually Bullish for Bitcoin? The 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?

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]]> 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?

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-11157486 Wed, 17 Aug 2022 20:00:00 -0400 1528 3 6 full false Are we in a Recession? Are 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.

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Alex goes into all of these points and more in the latest episode of the Hardcore Finance Show.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-11048019 Fri, 29 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0400 1569 3 5 full false When will the Pain Stop? When 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!

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-10795985 Wed, 15 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1623 3 4 full false Have we hit the market bottom? Have 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.

Join us for a fascinating discussion!

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]]> 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.

Join us for a fascinating discussion!

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-10681033 Wed, 25 May 2022 12:00:00 -0400 2043 3 3 full false Market Bloodbath and the Interest Rate Panic Market Bloodbath and the Interest Rate Panic In 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 mistakes?
* Will we pay for this by inflation or by recession?
* What will Elizabeth Warren do or say?
* Our predictions about the resolution of this whole mess.

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]]> In 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 mistakes?
* Will we pay for this by inflation or by recession?
* What will Elizabeth Warren do or say?
* Our predictions about the resolution of this whole mess.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-10571117 Fri, 06 May 2022 12:00:00 -0400 1704 3 2 full false We are back! Ukraine, the Fed, Bitcoin and more! We 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
* Negative real rates
* Why do people hold negative yielding bonds?
* The T.I.N.A (there is no other alternative) approach to allocating capital
* How does consumer behavior and fed policy affect inflation?
* Is the laffer curve breaking given the latest technological trends
* Is the price of food and other commodities stuck at a high level or will it go down
* Why is now different than the 70s stagflation?
* Is the bank of japan responsible for the latest MMT trends in the western economies?
* The effect of the war in Ukraine on the macro economic landscape
* Our portfolios have taken a huge hit since we last spoke
* Robots that can fold the laundry...
* Holding an index vs picking stocks

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]]> 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
* Negative real rates
* Why do people hold negative yielding bonds?
* The T.I.N.A (there is no other alternative) approach to allocating capital
* How does consumer behavior and fed policy affect inflation?
* Is the laffer curve breaking given the latest technological trends
* Is the price of food and other commodities stuck at a high level or will it go down
* Why is now different than the 70s stagflation?
* Is the bank of japan responsible for the latest MMT trends in the western economies?
* The effect of the war in Ukraine on the macro economic landscape
* Our portfolios have taken a huge hit since we last spoke
* Robots that can fold the laundry...
* Holding an index vs picking stocks

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-10552004 Tue, 03 May 2022 15:00:00 -0400 3402 3 1 full false Wrapping up 2021 and a look at 2022 - Interview with Rob Frasca Wrapping up 2021 and a look at 2022 - Interview with Rob Frasca In 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 value creation event of our lifetimes. Through COSIMO X, the firm’s public tokenized fund, Frasca hopes to deliver immense value to investors seeking access to these emerging blockchain opportunities.



In the episode, we discuss the following:

* Global monetary policy and its implications on cryptocurrency prices

* Value created vs value captured in various crypto projects

* Why blockchain technology is the biggest value creation in a long time

* The ascent of China and central bank digital currencies

* Will the federal reserve raise interest rates next year, how many times and at what magnitude?

* The effect technology has on deflation that can potentially offset inflation driven by monetary expansion



References:
Niall Ferguson - The square and the Tower




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]]> In 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 value creation event of our lifetimes. Through COSIMO X, the firm’s public tokenized fund, Frasca hopes to deliver immense value to investors seeking access to these emerging blockchain opportunities.



In the episode, we discuss the following:

* Global monetary policy and its implications on cryptocurrency prices

* Value created vs value captured in various crypto projects

* Why blockchain technology is the biggest value creation in a long time

* The ascent of China and central bank digital currencies

* Will the federal reserve raise interest rates next year, how many times and at what magnitude?

* The effect technology has on deflation that can potentially offset inflation driven by monetary expansion



References:
Niall Ferguson - The square and the Tower




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]]> Buzzsprout-9809871 Fri, 31 Dec 2021 09:00:00 -0500 3281 2 48 full false Real Estate, Leverage and the future of Debt - Interview with David Blatt, CEO CapStack Partners Real Estate, Leverage and the future of Debt - Interview with David Blatt, CEO CapStack Partners Shimon 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. 

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]]> Shimon 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. 

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-9625142 Tue, 30 Nov 2021 09:00:00 -0500 2991 2 46 full false Bitcoin price pump or panic and the macro mega bullish news! Bitcoin 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.


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]]> 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.


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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-9446740 Thu, 28 Oct 2021 15:00:00 -0400 3428 2 45 full false China, Yields, Bitcoin, Stocks and more. The week in review. China, 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!

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]]> 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!

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-9289849 Fri, 01 Oct 2021 09:00:00 -0400 1872 2 44 full false El Salvador adopts Bitcoin, SEC has a bone to pick with Coinbase - a wild week in review El Salvador adopts Bitcoin, SEC has a bone to pick with Coinbase - a wild week in review What 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!

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]]> What 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!

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-9187224 Mon, 13 Sep 2021 13:00:00 -0400 2392 2 43 full false Finding the signal in the noise - Interview with Eliaz Tobias of Crowdsense Finding the signal in the noise - Interview with Eliaz Tobias of Crowdsense Shimon 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.crowdsense.ai/
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https://twitter.com/gileyal
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]]> Shimon 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.crowdsense.ai/
starfund.io
https://twitter.com/gileyal
https://twitter.com/Crowdsenseai


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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-9162063 Wed, 08 Sep 2021 17:00:00 -0400 2881 2 42 full false The case to buy Bitcoin - with a Special Shoutout to Kristen The case to buy Bitcoin - with a Special Shoutout to Kristen Shimon 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.



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]]> Shimon 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.



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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-9056100 Thu, 19 Aug 2021 14:00:00 -0400 3014 2 41 full false The Privatization of Money - Part 2 The Privatization of Money - Part 2 In 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!

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]]> In 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!

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8980442 Wed, 18 Aug 2021 18:00:00 -0400 1096 2 39 full false The Privatization of Money - Part 1 The Privatization of Money - Part 1 In this solo episode, Shimon explores a thesis under which governments choose to not stop bitcoin

  • I 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 back, they can stop bitcoin.
  • Another thesis is that governments are not efficient, lazy, lack political will, don’t have the resources to commit, and that’s why they won’t stop it. This is a more believable argument, but it assumes that bitcoin is not significant enough, in which case it’s not very interesting. If bitcoin fulfills its promise and becomes world money, and becomes a threat to government revenues, a cost/benefit analysis would justify committing the resources required to stop it.
  • This episode explores a scenario under which governments will choose to not stop bitcoin. The only way under which this could happen (given bitcoin being significant enough) is if it increases the government's tax revenue.
  • At first glance it sounds ridiculous, but this is exactly why I wanted to record this episode. Buckle up.

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]]> In this solo episode, Shimon explores a thesis under which governments choose to not stop bitcoin

  • I 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 back, they can stop bitcoin.
  • Another thesis is that governments are not efficient, lazy, lack political will, don’t have the resources to commit, and that’s why they won’t stop it. This is a more believable argument, but it assumes that bitcoin is not significant enough, in which case it’s not very interesting. If bitcoin fulfills its promise and becomes world money, and becomes a threat to government revenues, a cost/benefit analysis would justify committing the resources required to stop it.
  • This episode explores a scenario under which governments will choose to not stop bitcoin. The only way under which this could happen (given bitcoin being significant enough) is if it increases the government's tax revenue.
  • At first glance it sounds ridiculous, but this is exactly why I wanted to record this episode. Buckle up.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8981204 Thu, 05 Aug 2021 15:00:00 -0400 1409 2 40 full false Donald Trump's Legal Reckoning with Glenn Kirschner Donald Trump's Legal Reckoning with Glenn Kirschner Glenn 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 every day to get a deeper understanding on the most recent legal developments.

We discussed:

  • Glenn’s path to becoming a federal prosecutor
  • Working with Robert Mueller as his supervisor
  • Glenn’s take on the Mueller report. Was it the right decision to not indict a sitting president
  • When will charges be brought against Trump now that he is no longer president
  • Obstruction of justice and other crimes that Trump has publicly committed
  • The Jan 6 insurrection and Trump’s involvement in it
  • The recent indictment of Tom Barrack and the UAEs influence on Trump’s speeches and policies
  • State’s rights vs federal decision making
  • The supreme court vs local state legislation

and a lot more…


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]]> Glenn 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 every day to get a deeper understanding on the most recent legal developments.

We discussed:

  • Glenn’s path to becoming a federal prosecutor
  • Working with Robert Mueller as his supervisor
  • Glenn’s take on the Mueller report. Was it the right decision to not indict a sitting president
  • When will charges be brought against Trump now that he is no longer president
  • Obstruction of justice and other crimes that Trump has publicly committed
  • The Jan 6 insurrection and Trump’s involvement in it
  • The recent indictment of Tom Barrack and the UAEs influence on Trump’s speeches and policies
  • State’s rights vs federal decision making
  • The supreme court vs local state legislation

and a lot more…


Follow Glenn on twitter @glennkirschner2

Follow Glenn’s channel on youtube Justice Matters

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8939778 Wed, 28 Jul 2021 17:00:00 -0400 3088 2 38 full false Joe Biden's Inflation Plan and BNY Mellon's Sinead Colton Grant recap Joe Biden's Inflation Plan and BNY Mellon's Sinead Colton Grant recap Shimon 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!


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]]> Shimon 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!


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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8913930 Tue, 27 Jul 2021 10:00:00 -0400 1720 2 37 full false Impact Investing with Digital Assets – Interview with Sinead Colton Grant of BNY Mellon Impact Investing with Digital Assets – Interview with Sinead Colton Grant of BNY Mellon BNY 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 global economy
• Performance of stock indexes in light of monetary expansion
• Utilizing crypto currencies as part of a portfolio context
• The longevity of cryptocurrencies vs an expansion of number of adopters
• Is past performance indicative of future results
• The impact of cryptocurrencies on the developing world
• The institutional perception of digital currencies vs stocks, bonds and real estate
• The volatility of Bitcoin vs its upside and uncorrelated nature with other traditional assets
• Inflation as a concern for traditional investors and Bitcoin as an inflation hedge (vs traditional inflation hedges such as commodities)

and a lot more…

Time stamps:

0:44 - Sinead Colton Grant’s background

2:38 - how Sinead got into the space and why digital assets are interesting to her

6:11 - Sinead’s thoughts on the recent changes in monetary policy, mainly increase in central bank balance sheets and their inflation of asset prices and how it will affect digital assets. She mentions changes in valuations in stocks, real estate, tech equities vs other equities, and the weakening of the USD.

13:20 - Sinead’s views on cryptocurrencies as stores of value vs other more traditional stores of value such as commodities.

25:45 - Bitcoin’s energy usage vs the value it can bring to the developing vs the developed world. Commodities, real estate and other stores of value increase in quantity as the price goes up vs Bitcoin where the energy use increases as price goes up.

33:05 - Bitcoin as a money that is not dependent on any particular government, and the institutional view of that aspect.

41:15 - Bitcoin as social impact investing.

42:55 - Opportunity for institutions to tap into billions of consumers through the Bitcoin network that can connect them to a monetary network that doesn’t have high fixed transaction costs.

44:45 - Thoughts on regulation.

47:00 - BNY Mellon’s entry into the space and the reactions to that move

49:25 - Sinead’s recommendation - The show “This Way Up” on Hulu - a comedy about 2 Irish women moving from Ireland to London.


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]]> BNY 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 global economy
• Performance of stock indexes in light of monetary expansion
• Utilizing crypto currencies as part of a portfolio context
• The longevity of cryptocurrencies vs an expansion of number of adopters
• Is past performance indicative of future results
• The impact of cryptocurrencies on the developing world
• The institutional perception of digital currencies vs stocks, bonds and real estate
• The volatility of Bitcoin vs its upside and uncorrelated nature with other traditional assets
• Inflation as a concern for traditional investors and Bitcoin as an inflation hedge (vs traditional inflation hedges such as commodities)

and a lot more…

Time stamps:

0:44 - Sinead Colton Grant’s background

2:38 - how Sinead got into the space and why digital assets are interesting to her

6:11 - Sinead’s thoughts on the recent changes in monetary policy, mainly increase in central bank balance sheets and their inflation of asset prices and how it will affect digital assets. She mentions changes in valuations in stocks, real estate, tech equities vs other equities, and the weakening of the USD.

13:20 - Sinead’s views on cryptocurrencies as stores of value vs other more traditional stores of value such as commodities.

25:45 - Bitcoin’s energy usage vs the value it can bring to the developing vs the developed world. Commodities, real estate and other stores of value increase in quantity as the price goes up vs Bitcoin where the energy use increases as price goes up.

33:05 - Bitcoin as a money that is not dependent on any particular government, and the institutional view of that aspect.

41:15 - Bitcoin as social impact investing.

42:55 - Opportunity for institutions to tap into billions of consumers through the Bitcoin network that can connect them to a monetary network that doesn’t have high fixed transaction costs.

44:45 - Thoughts on regulation.

47:00 - BNY Mellon’s entry into the space and the reactions to that move

49:25 - Sinead’s recommendation - The show “This Way Up” on Hulu - a comedy about 2 Irish women moving from Ireland to London.


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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8886868 Wed, 21 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -0400 3161 2 36 full false Property Rights, Criminal Activity and the Power of the States - Interview with Lee Bratcher Property Rights, Criminal Activity and the Power of the States - Interview with Lee Bratcher Today 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 
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]]> Today 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. 

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Or visit his website: http://www.andyedstrom.com/

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Follow Andy on twitter: https://twitter.com/edstromandrew
Or visit his website: http://www.andyedstrom.com/

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8763711 Fri, 25 Jun 2021 13:00:00 -0400 3602 2 34 full false Gold vs Bitcoin vs other stores of value Gold vs Bitcoin vs other stores of value In 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 personality and frequent guest host of the Business News Network's evening news programme "Squeeze Play".

We discussed Gold vs Bitcoin as a store of value, the impact of the recent global monetary expansion on investments in different sectors, and a lot more.

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]]> In 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 personality and frequent guest host of the Business News Network's evening news programme "Squeeze Play".

We discussed Gold vs Bitcoin as a store of value, the impact of the recent global monetary expansion on investments in different sectors, and a lot more.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8707064 Tue, 15 Jun 2021 11:00:00 -0400 4150 2 33 full false Interview with David J Kovacs - CEO of Emmersive Entertainment at Bitcoin Miami 2021 Interview with David J Kovacs - CEO of Emmersive Entertainment at Bitcoin Miami 2021 David 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 2021

David 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 for North America for Fitch Learning (Fitch Ratings). Before that, he held private equity and investment banking roles in key positions with Hinduja Group, Blackstone Group, and Citigroup. Mr. Kovacs lectures at many of the leading investment banks, private equity firms, sovereign wealth funds, and government agencies, including the Securities & Exchange Commission, New York City Controller’s Office, Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, JP Morgan, Barclays, Citigroup, RBC, RBS, Lazard, Morgan Stanley and Deutsche Bank. David Kovacs, the co-founder of First Contact Entertainment and Founder & CEO of Emmersive Entertainment. David talks to Alex about his new acquisition of Lomotif, his vision for NFTs, and his plans to help artists monetize their creations. 

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]]> David 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 2021

David 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 for North America for Fitch Learning (Fitch Ratings). Before that, he held private equity and investment banking roles in key positions with Hinduja Group, Blackstone Group, and Citigroup. Mr. Kovacs lectures at many of the leading investment banks, private equity firms, sovereign wealth funds, and government agencies, including the Securities & Exchange Commission, New York City Controller’s Office, Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, JP Morgan, Barclays, Citigroup, RBC, RBS, Lazard, Morgan Stanley and Deutsche Bank. David Kovacs, the co-founder of First Contact Entertainment and Founder & CEO of Emmersive Entertainment. David talks to Alex about his new acquisition of Lomotif, his vision for NFTs, and his plans to help artists monetize their creations. 

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8661296 Mon, 07 Jun 2021 17:00:00 -0400 513 2 32 full false The Ultimate Bitcoin Stress Test The Ultimate Bitcoin Stress Test In 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? 

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8590351 Wed, 26 May 2021 07:00:00 -0400 2593 2 31 full false Bitcoin's value proposition - interview with Croesus Bitcoin's value proposition - interview with Croesus Today 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 in the credibility of government's monetary policy
- The M2 money supply chart going up and to the right with an annual growth rate of 8% even before the latest monetary stimulus package
- Why is an 8% increase in the money supply result in only 2% CPI inflation
- Basket of goods changing in the CPI index
- The technological deflationary environment offsetting the inflationary pressure created by monetary expansion
- Keynes' statement "in the long term we're all dead"
- Is price stability and full employment good targets for the federal reserve?
- Banning bitcoin is sanctioning yourself
- Government supporters of Bitcoin (Cynthia Lummis, Margaret Croke and others)
- The privatization of money
- Democracy as a platform that is conducive to monetary expansion
- Gold mining creates an uncertainty in its supply schedule
- Portfolio rebalancing - is it a good strategy?
- Bitcoin as pristine collateral
- Is the stock market a good protection against inflation vs Bitcoin?
- Land as a store of value
- Bitcoin's monetary policy as a technology that has never existed before.

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]]> Today 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 in the credibility of government's monetary policy
- The M2 money supply chart going up and to the right with an annual growth rate of 8% even before the latest monetary stimulus package
- Why is an 8% increase in the money supply result in only 2% CPI inflation
- Basket of goods changing in the CPI index
- The technological deflationary environment offsetting the inflationary pressure created by monetary expansion
- Keynes' statement "in the long term we're all dead"
- Is price stability and full employment good targets for the federal reserve?
- Banning bitcoin is sanctioning yourself
- Government supporters of Bitcoin (Cynthia Lummis, Margaret Croke and others)
- The privatization of money
- Democracy as a platform that is conducive to monetary expansion
- Gold mining creates an uncertainty in its supply schedule
- Portfolio rebalancing - is it a good strategy?
- Bitcoin as pristine collateral
- Is the stock market a good protection against inflation vs Bitcoin?
- Land as a store of value
- Bitcoin's monetary policy as a technology that has never existed before.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8546411 Wed, 19 May 2021 07:00:00 -0400 3524 2 30 full false Launching The State of Illinois into the Cryptoverse with Representative Margaret Croke Launching The State of Illinois into the Cryptoverse with Representative Margaret Croke 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 unbanked, renewable energy, equity, wealth preservation, immigration, and much more. 

 

Help us and help Representative Croke put Illinois on the Crypto map! 

 

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info@repcroke.com

Bill Link: https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/102/HB/10200HB3968.htm

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]]> 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 unbanked, renewable energy, equity, wealth preservation, immigration, and much more. 

 

Help us and help Representative Croke put Illinois on the Crypto map! 

 

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info@repcroke.com

Bill Link: https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/102/HB/10200HB3968.htm

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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, renewable energy, equity, wealth preservation, immigration, and much more. 

Help us and help Representative Croke put Illinois on the Crypto map! 

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]]> On 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 unbanked, renewable energy, equity, wealth preservation, immigration, and much more. 

Help us and help Representative Croke put Illinois on the Crypto map! 

Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbr
Spotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfc

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http://www.Repcroke.com
info@repcroke.com
Bill Link: https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/102/HB/10200HB3968.htm
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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8453805 Mon, 10 May 2021 07:00:00 -0400 171 2 30 full false Investing in Innovation with NEA's Ben Narasin Investing in Innovation with NEA's Ben Narasin Today,  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. 

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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: Dropcam, Lending Club, TellApart, Kabbage and Zenefits. And his own IPO of Fashionmall.com in 1999. 


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]]> Today,  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. 

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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: Dropcam, Lending Club, TellApart, Kabbage and Zenefits. And his own IPO of Fashionmall.com in 1999. 


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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8453815 Wed, 05 May 2021 07:00:00 -0400 3787 2 29 full false Ben Narasin Preview Ben Narasin Preview On 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. 

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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: Dropcam, Lending Club, TellApart, Kabbage and Zenefits. And his own IPO of Fashionmall.com in 1999. 


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]]> On 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. 

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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: Dropcam, Lending Club, TellApart, Kabbage and Zenefits. And his own IPO of Fashionmall.com in 1999. 


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]]> Buzzsprout-8452943 Tue, 04 May 2021 07:00:00 -0400 170 2 28 full false President Biden's Cap Gains Tax Plan Disaster President Biden's Cap Gains Tax Plan Disaster Today 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 unique
2. Capital vs. Income taxes
3. Entrepreneurship, risk taking, and their ties to Capital Gains
4. Wealth vs. Money – how they are vastly different
5. Inflation
6. Leverage and unintended behavior
7. Trading frequency
8. The Government vs. the Individual 

Great brief CNBC Overview: https://twitter.com/CNBC/status/1385636584456921089

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]]> Today 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 unique
2. Capital vs. Income taxes
3. Entrepreneurship, risk taking, and their ties to Capital Gains
4. Wealth vs. Money – how they are vastly different
5. Inflation
6. Leverage and unintended behavior
7. Trading frequency
8. The Government vs. the Individual 

Great brief CNBC Overview: https://twitter.com/CNBC/status/1385636584456921089

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8406689 Wed, 28 Apr 2021 07:00:00 -0400 1587 2 27 full false Vroom Vroom will we get an Infrastructure Boom? With Dritan Nesho Vroom Vroom will we get an Infrastructure Boom? With Dritan Nesho Today 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!

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8381752 Thu, 22 Apr 2021 07:00:00 -0400 3018 2 26 full false Yellin or Gellin about the wise Janet Yellen Yellin or Gellin about the wise Janet Yellen Today 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/8291184

We talk about Shimon's take of the merits of her argument and whether it holds water. 
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We talk about Shimon's take of the merits of her argument and whether it holds water. 
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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8308428 Fri, 16 Apr 2021 07:00:00 -0400 2264 2 25 full false Coinbase IPO - to Buy or Not to Buy Coinbase IPO - to Buy or Not to Buy The 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. 

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8331727 Wed, 14 Apr 2021 07:00:00 -0400 2695 2 24 full false Will increasing corporate tax rates make the USA more competitive? Shimon reacts to Janet Yellen's WSJ opinion piece Will increasing corporate tax rates make the USA more competitive? Shimon reacts to Janet Yellen's WSJ opinion piece Janet 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.

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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.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8291184 Wed, 07 Apr 2021 15:00:00 -0400 1385 Janet Yellen, Corporate tax rates, infrastructure bill, USA global competitiveness 2 23 full false Are you Gigafied? - How the Gig Economy will change everything with Gad Allon Are you Gigafied? - How the Gig Economy will change everything with Gad Allon Today 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. 

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Gad Allon is the Jeffrey A. Keswin Professor and Professor of Operations, Information & Decisions, and the director of the Management and Technology Program at the University of Pennsylvania.

He received his PhD in Management Science from Columbia Business School in New York and holds a Bachelor and Master degree from the Israeli Institute of Technology.

Professor Allon has been studying models of information sharing among firms and customers both in service and retail settings, as well as competition models in the service industry. His articles have appeared in leading industry  journals. 

Gad is an award-winning educator and an innovative leader in many educational technology initiatives. He is the co-founder of ForClass, a platform that enables professors to drive higher student engagement and accountability in their classrooms. Professor Allon regularly consults firms both on service strategy and operations strategy.

Gad Allon on Substack: https://gadallon.substack.com/people/1654576-gad-allon 

Gad Allon  on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gadallon 

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Gad Allon is the Jeffrey A. Keswin Professor and Professor of Operations, Information & Decisions, and the director of the Management and Technology Program at the University of Pennsylvania.

He received his PhD in Management Science from Columbia Business School in New York and holds a Bachelor and Master degree from the Israeli Institute of Technology.

Professor Allon has been studying models of information sharing among firms and customers both in service and retail settings, as well as competition models in the service industry. His articles have appeared in leading industry  journals. 

Gad is an award-winning educator and an innovative leader in many educational technology initiatives. He is the co-founder of ForClass, a platform that enables professors to drive higher student engagement and accountability in their classrooms. Professor Allon regularly consults firms both on service strategy and operations strategy.

Gad Allon on Substack: https://gadallon.substack.com/people/1654576-gad-allon 

Gad Allon  on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gadallon 

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8213892 Mon, 29 Mar 2021 12:00:00 -0400 3460 2 21 full false The Future of Media with Chris Erwin The Future of Media with Chris Erwin Today 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. RockWater is also a media brand itself, with a growing portfolio of newsletters and podcasts to help leaders and investors build smarter. Chris's nearly 20-year executive experience spans New Hollywood, venture capital, and investment banking, and was named by Variety as one of Hollywood’s New Digital Leaders.

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]]> Today 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. RockWater is also a media brand itself, with a growing portfolio of newsletters and podcasts to help leaders and investors build smarter. Chris's nearly 20-year executive experience spans New Hollywood, venture capital, and investment banking, and was named by Variety as one of Hollywood’s New Digital Leaders.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8184204 Mon, 22 Mar 2021 07:00:00 -0400 2987 2 20 full false Need Your Help! Shimon and I are working to make Illinois the most Digital Asset - Friendly State in the US Need Your Help! Shimon and I are working to make Illinois the most Digital Asset - Friendly State in the US We 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!

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This is just the beginning guys! We're working on real crypto-forward legislation, lending, and the works. Let's do this!

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]]> We 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/vdju6jvt​
2. Sign a witness slip showing your support: https://tinyurl.com/cbrs5x2k​  (Anyone can sign)

This is just the beginning guys! We're working on real crypto-forward legislation, lending, and the works. Let's do this!

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8174113 Fri, 19 Mar 2021 16:00:00 -0400 122 2 19 full false Musing: Let's correct the facts - Is Bitcoin green or dirty? Musing: 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. 

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]]> 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. 

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8166667 Thu, 18 Mar 2021 13:00:00 -0400 745 2 18 full false Divya Narendra on SumZero, Equities, Bitcoin, monetary policy & a lot more Divya Narendra on SumZero, Equities, Bitcoin, monetary policy & a lot more Today 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.

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]]> Today 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.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8141722 Mon, 15 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0400 3963 2 17 full false The Complex Maze of Security - Wasim Ahmad The Complex Maze of Security - Wasim Ahmad Today 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 this episode! And go to securemycrypto.org to get a fantastic step-by-step guide to every key Crypto Wallet.

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]]> Today 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 this episode! And go to securemycrypto.org to get a fantastic step-by-step guide to every key Crypto Wallet.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8065085 Mon, 08 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0500 3272 2 17 full false Will we experience inflation in the near future given the fact that more and more of our economy has a near-zero marginal cost? Will 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?

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]]> 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?

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8054926 Mon, 01 Mar 2021 16:00:00 -0500 4117 2 16 full false Are bitcoin and the stock market in a bubble? Are 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.


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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-8009669 Mon, 22 Feb 2021 18:00:00 -0500 3330 2 15 full false Daniel Prince - Bitcoin and the finance industry Daniel Prince - Bitcoin and the finance industry Today we are joined by Daniel Prince (@princey1976) host of the Once Bitten Podcast (http://www.once-bitten.com/) - one of my favorite podcasts in the space. Daniel worked in currency trading for many years before discovering bitcoin. We dive deep into issues such as technology, Bitcoin's impact on the financial sector, governments, and many more.

We had some audio issues which required us to cut out some of the content, but we hope the end result isn't terrible :-)

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]]> Today we are joined by Daniel Prince (@princey1976) host of the Once Bitten Podcast (http://www.once-bitten.com/) - one of my favorite podcasts in the space. Daniel worked in currency trading for many years before discovering bitcoin. We dive deep into issues such as technology, Bitcoin's impact on the financial sector, governments, and many more.

We had some audio issues which required us to cut out some of the content, but we hope the end result isn't terrible :-)

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-7931752 Wed, 17 Feb 2021 18:00:00 -0500 2952 2 14 full false Clash of the Titans with Stephan Livera: the Austrian School of Economics vs. the Keynesian Clash of the Titans with Stephan Livera: the Austrian School of Economics vs. the Keynesian Today Shimon and Alex are joined by the one and only Stephan Livera - host of the Stephan Livera Podcast (https://stephanlivera.com/). Stephan is a well know defender and fan of "hard money" and the Austrian School of Economics and he helps Shimon and Alex debate the differences between the current economic theories of the west vs. the hard money economics of the Austrian School.

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]]> Today Shimon and Alex are joined by the one and only Stephan Livera - host of the Stephan Livera Podcast (https://stephanlivera.com/). Stephan is a well know defender and fan of "hard money" and the Austrian School of Economics and he helps Shimon and Alex debate the differences between the current economic theories of the west vs. the hard money economics of the Austrian School.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-7746565 Wed, 10 Feb 2021 13:00:00 -0500 3188 2 13 full false Utopia or Dystopia: the post COVID Real Estate Landscape Utopia or Dystopia: the post COVID Real Estate Landscape COVID 19 dramatically changed the Real Estate Markets. Will residential or commercial real estate be the same? What will coming back to the office look like? Can this be a watershed moment for the industry and drive some real innovation?

Today we welcome to discuss:

Gil Eyal - Strategic Advisor to the Chief Innovation Officer of Silverstein Properties, and 
Dan Goldstern - Co-Founder of Dojo.co

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]]> COVID 19 dramatically changed the Real Estate Markets. Will residential or commercial real estate be the same? What will coming back to the office look like? Can this be a watershed moment for the industry and drive some real innovation?

Today we welcome to discuss:

Gil Eyal - Strategic Advisor to the Chief Innovation Officer of Silverstein Properties, and 
Dan Goldstern - Co-Founder of Dojo.co

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-7742956 Mon, 08 Feb 2021 10:00:00 -0500 2953 2 12 full false Consider Yourselves Warned Consider Yourselves Warned A short musing about the most tectonic shift you will experience in a century

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-7664290 Wed, 03 Feb 2021 19:00:00 -0500 352 2 11 full false Robinhood or the Sheriff of Nottingham Robinhood or the Sheriff of Nottingham In today's episode, Alex and Shimon discuss the recent Robinhood fiasco. For the first time since either of us can remember, mainstream stock trading apps let people sell stocks but not buy the same stock. This happened because of a huge short position that a hedge fund had and a horde of retail reddit investors who went against it in order to short squeeze the trade.


What happened next will surprise you.


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]]> In today's episode, Alex and Shimon discuss the recent Robinhood fiasco. For the first time since either of us can remember, mainstream stock trading apps let people sell stocks but not buy the same stock. This happened because of a huge short position that a hedge fund had and a horde of retail reddit investors who went against it in order to short squeeze the trade.


What happened next will surprise you.


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]]> Buzzsprout-7550722 Thu, 28 Jan 2021 23:00:00 -0500 2618 2 11 full false Musing: Revenge of the Retail Investor Musing: Revenge of the Retail Investor Today, I -@MrEBITDA - want to muse about the rise of the retail investor. These younger (typically) investors are value driven and care about companies. They are also enabled by apps such as Robinhood and are out to show strength against Wall Street and the "Elites".  They have become a force to be reckoned with - as evidenced by the recent Game Stop fiasco. But what does this mean for your portfolio? Will this cause you gains or pain?

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]]> Today, I -@MrEBITDA - want to muse about the rise of the retail investor. These younger (typically) investors are value driven and care about companies. They are also enabled by apps such as Robinhood and are out to show strength against Wall Street and the "Elites".  They have become a force to be reckoned with - as evidenced by the recent Game Stop fiasco. But what does this mean for your portfolio? Will this cause you gains or pain?

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]]> Buzzsprout-7508131 Wed, 27 Jan 2021 16:00:00 -0500 934 2 10 full false Canary in the Coal Mine Canary in the Coal Mine The stock market is booming, as is Bitcoin (even though it has hit its typical Bull Market snag)  - but will it last? Are there signs of a snag in the fabric? Can we see those signs and recognize them in time? @ShimonLazarov and @MrEBITDA explain!

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-7488811 Tue, 26 Jan 2021 07:00:00 -0500 3564 2 9 full false Nick McCullum from Pasivv on Index investing, rebalancing and more Nick McCullum from Pasivv on Index investing, rebalancing and more Today we are joined by Nick McCullum from Passiv to discuss the passive approach to investing. Passiv is a platform that allows people to automatically rebalance their investment portfolios.

We spoke about the merits of active vs passive investments, the expected market reaction to the coming money printing, stock indices vs ETFs and a lot more.

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]]> Today we are joined by Nick McCullum from Passiv to discuss the passive approach to investing. Passiv is a platform that allows people to automatically rebalance their investment portfolios.

We spoke about the merits of active vs passive investments, the expected market reaction to the coming money printing, stock indices vs ETFs and a lot more.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-7381477 Thu, 21 Jan 2021 09:00:00 -0500 1869 2 8 full false Episode 17 - Magic Eye: The Voodoo of using History to predict the Future Episode 17 - Magic Eye: The Voodoo of using History to predict the Future Today Shimon Lazarov @ShimonLazarov and Alex Chizhik @MrEBIDA chat about using the past to predict the future. Often market analysis, especially technical analysts use past behavior to inform their trading. But does that work? When does that work? Are certain metrics relevant? Is the P/E Ratio relevant?

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]]> Today Shimon Lazarov @ShimonLazarov and Alex Chizhik @MrEBIDA chat about using the past to predict the future. Often market analysis, especially technical analysts use past behavior to inform their trading. But does that work? When does that work? Are certain metrics relevant? Is the P/E Ratio relevant?

Tune in!

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-7302229 Mon, 18 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0500 2853 2 7 full false Episode 16 - Fireside Chat about Leverage - ( ...yes we were socially distanced) Episode 16 - Fireside Chat about Leverage - ( ...yes we were socially distanced) In today's episode, Alex and I meet in person, in a socially distanced way to discuss the topic of leverage and interest rates. Is leverage good? Should the government deficit spend, or should it run a balanced budget? Should one take a mortgage? And how does Bitcoin fix this (tm)? Join us for a fireside chat that will answer all these questions.

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]]> In today's episode, Alex and I meet in person, in a socially distanced way to discuss the topic of leverage and interest rates. Is leverage good? Should the government deficit spend, or should it run a balanced budget? Should one take a mortgage? And how does Bitcoin fix this (tm)? Join us for a fireside chat that will answer all these questions.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-7095301 Wed, 13 Jan 2021 18:00:00 -0500 3692 2 6 full false Episode 15 - What is Dollar Cost Averaging - with Yan Pritzker, CTO Swan Bitcoin Episode 15 - What is Dollar Cost Averaging - with Yan Pritzker, CTO Swan Bitcoin Today Shimon Lazarov @ShimonLazarov and Alex Chizhik @MrEBITDA welcome Yan Pritzker @skwp to the podcast. Yan is the co-founder and CTO of THE hottest start up in the Bitcoin space, Swan Bitcoin (swanbitcoin.com). Yan is a long time Bitcoiner and walks us through dollar cost averaging, Bitcoin vs Index Funds, and how to think about the current Bitcoin bull-run.

This is a MUST listen to understand what is driving the current high Bitcoin price and how this is vastly different than the 2017 "bubble".

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]]> Today Shimon Lazarov @ShimonLazarov and Alex Chizhik @MrEBITDA welcome Yan Pritzker @skwp to the podcast. Yan is the co-founder and CTO of THE hottest start up in the Bitcoin space, Swan Bitcoin (swanbitcoin.com). Yan is a long time Bitcoiner and walks us through dollar cost averaging, Bitcoin vs Index Funds, and how to think about the current Bitcoin bull-run.

This is a MUST listen to understand what is driving the current high Bitcoin price and how this is vastly different than the 2017 "bubble".

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]]> Buzzsprout-7223860 Mon, 11 Jan 2021 07:00:00 -0500 3532 2 4 full false Musing: How To Choose The Best Investments In Light Of The Coming $3T Stimulus Musing: How To Choose The Best Investments In Light Of The Coming $3T Stimulus In this musing, Shimon discusses how to pick the "fastest horse in the race" in an environment where the government is expected to spend $3T in stimulus and print money at 15% y/y. Should we choose industries that benefit from the new money, or should we choose industries where less government intervention is expected.

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]]> In this musing, Shimon discusses how to pick the "fastest horse in the race" in an environment where the government is expected to spend $3T in stimulus and print money at 15% y/y. Should we choose industries that benefit from the new money, or should we choose industries where less government intervention is expected.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-7218511 Sun, 10 Jan 2021 10:00:00 -0500 388 2 5 bonus false Episode 14 - Out of the American Abyss - with Dritan Nesho Episode 14 - Out of the American Abyss - with Dritan Nesho This is not a happy day or happy episode. The events yesterday in Washington, DC were despicable, disgusting, dangerous, un-American, and embarrassing. 

We have hit a low as a nation - but there is room for optimism. 

Today we are joined again by Dritan Nesho, the most accurate pollster in the U.S. to help us make sense of the unimaginable and tell us the path out of the abyss. 

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]]> This is not a happy day or happy episode. The events yesterday in Washington, DC were despicable, disgusting, dangerous, un-American, and embarrassing. 

We have hit a low as a nation - but there is room for optimism. 

Today we are joined again by Dritan Nesho, the most accurate pollster in the U.S. to help us make sense of the unimaginable and tell us the path out of the abyss. 

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-7180108 Thu, 07 Jan 2021 13:00:00 -0500 2469 2 3 full false Episode 13 - How much do the Elections in Georgia matter for the Economy? With Dritan Nesho Episode 13 - How much do the Elections in Georgia matter for the Economy? With Dritan Nesho Today @MrEBITDA and @ShimonLazarov discuss why with the Senate in such tight deadlock the Georgian Elections are critical. Even with a democratic sweep of the two Senate seats, the Georgia senatorial race might not result in a path for the sweeping changes that the Democratic base is looking for.

We are joined by our close friend and colleague Dritan Nesho, CEO of HarrisX, who rated as the most accurate U.S. Pollster of the 2020 Presidential Election cycle. Together, we discuss the Senatorial race, its outcomes, and implications on the Biden administration and the economy.

#StayStrong and #Invest

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]]> Today @MrEBITDA and @ShimonLazarov discuss why with the Senate in such tight deadlock the Georgian Elections are critical. Even with a democratic sweep of the two Senate seats, the Georgia senatorial race might not result in a path for the sweeping changes that the Democratic base is looking for.

We are joined by our close friend and colleague Dritan Nesho, CEO of HarrisX, who rated as the most accurate U.S. Pollster of the 2020 Presidential Election cycle. Together, we discuss the Senatorial race, its outcomes, and implications on the Biden administration and the economy.

#StayStrong and #Invest

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]]> Buzzsprout-7132852 Mon, 04 Jan 2021 17:00:00 -0500 3783 2 2 full false Episode 12 - The Celebrity Edge - Leveraging Celebrity power with Gil Eyal Episode 12 - The Celebrity Edge - Leveraging Celebrity power with Gil Eyal Celebrity endorsements can be great but what's the best way to use influencers and celebrities to scale businesses? And how does an investor evaluate businesses with a mega-presence? @Gileyal - a great friend of @Shimonlazarov and @MrEBITDA explains!

A bit about Gil:

Gil is one of the World's leading experts on Influencer Marketing. He was the President and Founder of HYPR (sold to Juliusworks in April 2020), the market leader in data-driven influencer marketing automation solutions. 

Gil has revolutionized the way many of the World’s biggest agencies and brands are running influencer marketing by focusing on the same data, analytics and audience demographic information relevant to traditional digital marketing. He was recently selected at #30 in the list of the most influential people in Influencer Marketing.

A pioneer in the influencer space, Gil also served as the COO of early player photo-sharing app Mobli Media, and has worked with influencers ranging from Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire, Pitbull, Lance Armstrong, Lil Wayne and Serena Williams to Nash Grier, Bart Baker and Cameron Dallas.

Gil has an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, as well as a Bachelor of Laws from Bar-Ilan University in Israel.

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]]> Celebrity endorsements can be great but what's the best way to use influencers and celebrities to scale businesses? And how does an investor evaluate businesses with a mega-presence? @Gileyal - a great friend of @Shimonlazarov and @MrEBITDA explains!

A bit about Gil:

Gil is one of the World's leading experts on Influencer Marketing. He was the President and Founder of HYPR (sold to Juliusworks in April 2020), the market leader in data-driven influencer marketing automation solutions. 

Gil has revolutionized the way many of the World’s biggest agencies and brands are running influencer marketing by focusing on the same data, analytics and audience demographic information relevant to traditional digital marketing. He was recently selected at #30 in the list of the most influential people in Influencer Marketing.

A pioneer in the influencer space, Gil also served as the COO of early player photo-sharing app Mobli Media, and has worked with influencers ranging from Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire, Pitbull, Lance Armstrong, Lil Wayne and Serena Williams to Nash Grier, Bart Baker and Cameron Dallas.

Gil has an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, as well as a Bachelor of Laws from Bar-Ilan University in Israel.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-7078534 Thu, 31 Dec 2020 09:00:00 -0500 3457 2 1 full false Opportunity Cost Musing Opportunity Cost Musing New Episode Types - Hardcore Finance Musings. These will be short segments recorded by @ShimonLazarov or @MrEBITDA (Alex Chizhik) as top-of-mind thoughts about business or investing. 

Hope you like these bite-sized food-for-thought pieces. 

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik Buzzsprout-7057399 Tue, 29 Dec 2020 21:00:00 -0500 322 1 12 bonus false Episode 11 - The Roaring 20s Episode 11 - The Roaring 20s Hide that booze and get your Fedora hats on. The Glitz, Glamour, and Parties are here! It's about to be 1921 baby!!!

Or is it? Tune in to find out if 2021 will repeat history and set us up for another major market bubble and ensuing crash. Invest or stash away your cash? @Shimonlazarov and @MrEBITDA discuss.

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]]> Hide that booze and get your Fedora hats on. The Glitz, Glamour, and Parties are here! It's about to be 1921 baby!!!

Or is it? Tune in to find out if 2021 will repeat history and set us up for another major market bubble and ensuing crash. Invest or stash away your cash? @Shimonlazarov and @MrEBITDA discuss.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik 7a0ce5dc-4c05-4aab-9339-09d365209b49 Sun, 27 Dec 2020 22:24:15 -0500 3607 1 11 full false Episode 10 - Lessons from 2020 Episode 10 - Lessons from 2020 2020 broke all typical rules of finance and investment. We've had massive quantitative easing and low interest rates yet no inflation in consumable goods. AirBnB laid off a large portion of the workforce but then filed for an IPO. Bitcoin went head to head with Keynesian economists. COVID stopped the world stopped on a dime and then started up again. A new vaccine was born in under a year. What lessons can we take away from all of this? @Shimonlazarov and @MrEBITDA discuss.

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]]> 2020 broke all typical rules of finance and investment. We've had massive quantitative easing and low interest rates yet no inflation in consumable goods. AirBnB laid off a large portion of the workforce but then filed for an IPO. Bitcoin went head to head with Keynesian economists. COVID stopped the world stopped on a dime and then started up again. A new vaccine was born in under a year. What lessons can we take away from all of this? @Shimonlazarov and @MrEBITDA discuss.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik ba891062-f560-4d92-a274-cba6f1602663 Tue, 22 Dec 2020 14:17:11 -0500 2415 1 10 full false Welcome to the Hardcore Finance Podcast Welcome to the Hardcore Finance Podcast Insightful. Balanced. Provocative. We will explore all parts of finance, bring on killer guests, and make you some money. From the Bitcoin to the Silver Dollar. Hop on, buckle up, and enjoy the ride!

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]]> Insightful. Balanced. Provocative. We will explore all parts of finance, bring on killer guests, and make you some money. From the Bitcoin to the Silver Dollar. Hop on, buckle up, and enjoy the ride!

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik bc255f11-851f-47ba-8113-60658207a5ec Tue, 22 Dec 2020 00:03:46 -0500 136 false Episode 9 - BTC Hits $20,000 - What a day! Episode 9 - BTC Hits $20,000 - What a day! Bitcoin just hit $20,000. Is this the top? Will it keep going? What does this all mean? We go beyond the typical Bitcoin echo chamber and discuss this monumental occasion.

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]]> Bitcoin just hit $20,000. Is this the top? Will it keep going? What does this all mean? We go beyond the typical Bitcoin echo chamber and discuss this monumental occasion.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik 656f351d-685b-411f-bf06-6e0405de005e Thu, 17 Dec 2020 23:48:56 -0500 2215 1 9 full false Episode 8 - Does government regulation pose a threat to the profitability of tech companies? Episode 8 - Does government regulation pose a threat to the profitability of tech companies? The internet was a key development that could have not existed if the US government had regulated companies in a way that would prevent them from attaining network effects.  But now many fear that tech monopolies are hurting consumers by preventing competition, so is now the time to start regulating them?

In this episode we discuss the new lawsuits against facebook, as well as taking a deeper dive into monopolies, the rule of government in regulating them, international vs national competition.


Key time stamps:

21m 52s - What can the government do about tech monopolies

33m 44s - Government vendetta against facebook

34m 44s - Amazon as a case study

40m 50s - Large monopolies like keeping the small competitors around

43m 25s - If you were a dictator, what would you do


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]]> The internet was a key development that could have not existed if the US government had regulated companies in a way that would prevent them from attaining network effects.  But now many fear that tech monopolies are hurting consumers by preventing competition, so is now the time to start regulating them?

In this episode we discuss the new lawsuits against facebook, as well as taking a deeper dive into monopolies, the rule of government in regulating them, international vs national competition.


Key time stamps:

21m 52s - What can the government do about tech monopolies

33m 44s - Government vendetta against facebook

34m 44s - Amazon as a case study

40m 50s - Large monopolies like keeping the small competitors around

43m 25s - If you were a dictator, what would you do


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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik 64f21786-b379-4cd5-93d4-f51c3b9c529b Tue, 15 Dec 2020 11:49:01 -0500 3641 1 8 full false Episode 7 - Is Nasdaq going to keep outperforming the S&P500 now that Biden is president Episode 7 - Is Nasdaq going to keep outperforming the S&P500 now that Biden is president In this episode we examine the phenomenal performance of Nasdaq vs s&p500 and debate whether it will continue to outperform it given the incoming administration's fiscal and monetary policy plans.

We discuss value capture by tech disruptors vs traditional companies that benefit from tech, the new administrations spending plans, automation and of course, Bitcoin.

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]]> In this episode we examine the phenomenal performance of Nasdaq vs s&p500 and debate whether it will continue to outperform it given the incoming administration's fiscal and monetary policy plans.

We discuss value capture by tech disruptors vs traditional companies that benefit from tech, the new administrations spending plans, automation and of course, Bitcoin.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik 5718ec10-cc34-489c-85c6-ee7bec22e155 Tue, 08 Dec 2020 16:56:40 -0500 3373 1 7 full false Episode 6 - Will Trump or Biden be better for the stock market? Episode 6 - Will Trump or Biden be better for the stock market? In this episode we analyze the economic policy of Trump and Biden to try and estimate who will be better for the stock market.

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]]> In this episode we analyze the economic policy of Trump and Biden to try and estimate who will be better for the stock market.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik 5b44da78-0212-4218-bef6-f5e1b750e9d7 Tue, 20 Oct 2020 15:14:03 -0400 2234 1 6 full false Episode 5 - Can the stock market keep going up while unemployment remains high? Episode 5 - Can the stock market keep going up while unemployment remains high? In this episode, we discuss the possibility of the stock market keeping breaking all time highs while more and more people are permanently unemployed.

Are you skeptical? So were we - at first!

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]]> In this episode, we discuss the possibility of the stock market keeping breaking all time highs while more and more people are permanently unemployed.

Are you skeptical? So were we - at first!

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik c8687daa-b272-464b-b5be-ad4ff35acdc8 Sun, 02 Aug 2020 12:00:14 -0400 3305 1 5 full false Episode 4 - Will there be a recession and how will it impact Bitcoin's price? Episode 4 - Will there be a recession and how will it impact Bitcoin's price? Do you think there will be a recession? We do! But how will it impact the stock market and bitcoin?

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]]> Do you think there will be a recession? We do! But how will it impact the stock market and bitcoin?

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik 5485f982-87c0-4188-90f4-daac538fc21a Fri, 03 Jan 2020 23:37:52 -0500 3142 1 4 full false Episode 3 - Is the bitcoin halving priced in? Episode 3 - Is the bitcoin halving priced in? Shimon and Alex discuss whether the upcoming halving of bitcoin is priced in, or whether it will result in a new bull run.

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]]> Shimon and Alex discuss whether the upcoming halving of bitcoin is priced in, or whether it will result in a new bull run.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik 2c846881-6855-4160-a27f-64f530f4bea2 Sat, 21 Dec 2019 22:24:16 -0500 3992 1 3 full false Episode 2 - Can there be valuable non-monetary applications to blockchain Episode 2 - Can there be valuable non-monetary applications to blockchain Alex and Shimon discuss different applications of the blockchain technology and whether they can be monetized.

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]]> Alex and Shimon discuss different applications of the blockchain technology and whether they can be monetized.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik d005ab87-ac1c-4a64-bd0a-afaabf328833 Sat, 21 Dec 2019 21:01:21 -0500 2765 1 2 full false Episode 1 - Can bitcoin be a better store of value than the stock market? Episode 1 - Can bitcoin be a better store of value than the stock market? Alex and Shimon describe the different properties of a store of value, and discuss bitcoin vs the stock market.

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]]> Alex and Shimon describe the different properties of a store of value, and discuss bitcoin vs the stock market.

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]]> Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik 8fefe8fd-6fec-c5cc-e73b-46022ed64183 Fri, 22 Nov 2019 12:03:18 -0500 3361 1 1 full false