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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke to Yanis Varoufakis, economist and former Greek finance minister, at Web3 Summit in Berlin on June 18th, 2026, about why he thinks blockchain is one of the few tools left that can actually pull power away from Big Tech and the banks. Truly a privilege that I had the chance to speak with him on such a stage. We dig into his concept of techno-feudalism and cloud capital, his monetary commons proposal for a transparent monetary system that could undercut private banks, and the digital wa...]]></itunes:summary>
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    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to Yanis Varoufakis, economist and former Greek finance minister, at Web3 Summit in Berlin on June 18th, 2026, about why he thinks blockchain is one of the few tools left that can actually pull power away from Big Tech and the banks. Truly a privilege that I had the chance to speak with him on such a stage.</p><p>We dig into his concept of techno-feudalism and cloud capital, his <a href='https://monetarycommons.com/'>monetary commons</a> proposal for a transparent monetary system that could undercut private banks, and the digital wallet system he tried to build for Greece during the crisis. Yanis also lays out why he thinks the digital euro is dead in the water.</p><p> You can read my reflections on the interview <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/five-takeaways-from-my-qa-with-yanis-varoufakis/'>here</a>. </p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[  I spoke to Leo Fan, founder of Cysic, about what zero-knowledge proofs actually are, and why they might be one of the more promising answers to the internet's identity problem.  We dig into how a ZK proof lets you prove something is true without handing over any identifying personal information, why that matters as digital identity systems become pushed by governments, and Cysic's model for verifiable compute. Leo also breaks down why the hardware and cost problems around ZK have kept it fr...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><br/></p><p>I spoke to Leo Fan, founder of <a href='https://cysic.xyz/'>Cysic</a>, about what zero-knowledge proofs actually are, and why they might be one of the more promising answers to the internet&apos;s identity problem.<br/><br/>We dig into how a ZK proof lets you prove something is true without handing over any identifying personal information, why that matters as digital identity systems become pushed by governments, and Cysic&apos;s model for verifiable compute. Leo also breaks down why the hardware and cost problems around ZK have kept it from mainstream identity use so far, and how Cysic&apos;s network lets you use your own hardware to help generate these proofs, rather than leaving that compute in the hands of a few large players.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><br/></p><p>I spoke to Leo Fan, founder of <a href='https://cysic.xyz/'>Cysic</a>, about what zero-knowledge proofs actually are, and why they might be one of the more promising answers to the internet&apos;s identity problem.<br/><br/>We dig into how a ZK proof lets you prove something is true without handing over any identifying personal information, why that matters as digital identity systems become pushed by governments, and Cysic&apos;s model for verifiable compute. Leo also breaks down why the hardware and cost problems around ZK have kept it from mainstream identity use so far, and how Cysic&apos;s network lets you use your own hardware to help generate these proofs, rather than leaving that compute in the hands of a few large players.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke to Nick Srnicek, author of Platform Capitalism, co-author of Inventing the Future, and most recently Silicon Empires, about why AI is consolidating Big Tech's power rather than disrupting it.  We dig into why the AI upstarts remain dependent on the infrastructure of the incumbents, why the gap between open and closed models may widen as frontier training costs spiral upward, and the real biosecurity risks buried under Silicon Valley's safety discourse. Nick also breaks down what ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://www.kcl.ac.uk/people/nick-srnicek'>Nick Srnicek</a>, author of <em>Platform Capitalism</em>, co-author of <em>Inventing the Future</em>, and most recently <a href='https://www.politybooks.com/bookdetail?book_slug=silicon-empires-the-fight-for-the-future-of-ai--9781509550487'><em>Silicon Empires</em></a>, about why AI is consolidating Big Tech&apos;s power rather than disrupting it.</p><p> We dig into why the AI upstarts remain dependent on the infrastructure of the incumbents, why the gap between open and closed models may widen as frontier training costs spiral upward, and the real biosecurity risks buried under Silicon Valley&apos;s safety discourse. Nick also breaks down what AI sovereignty could mean for Europe, and why racing to hoard AI productivity gains for yourself misses the actual task: preventing a permanent underclass from forming at all. </p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://www.kcl.ac.uk/people/nick-srnicek'>Nick Srnicek</a>, author of <em>Platform Capitalism</em>, co-author of <em>Inventing the Future</em>, and most recently <a href='https://www.politybooks.com/bookdetail?book_slug=silicon-empires-the-fight-for-the-future-of-ai--9781509550487'><em>Silicon Empires</em></a>, about why AI is consolidating Big Tech&apos;s power rather than disrupting it.</p><p> We dig into why the AI upstarts remain dependent on the infrastructure of the incumbents, why the gap between open and closed models may widen as frontier training costs spiral upward, and the real biosecurity risks buried under Silicon Valley&apos;s safety discourse. Nick also breaks down what AI sovereignty could mean for Europe, and why racing to hoard AI productivity gains for yourself misses the actual task: preventing a permanent underclass from forming at all. </p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke to Sean Geobey, associate professor at the University of Waterloo and Director of Groupthink Labs, about collective intelligence, cooperative economics, and what decentralized technology could actually offer the solidarity economy. We dig into how collective intelligence works at scale, from participatory budgeting experiments in Kitchener to the structural barriers that make setting up a cooperative three times harder than incorporating a business. We also get into the limits of GDP ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://uwaterloo.ca/school-environment-enterprise-development/profiles/sean-geobey'><b>Sean Geobey</b></a>, associate professor at the University of Waterloo and Director of <a href='https://polls.groupthinklabs.com/'><b>Groupthink Labs</b></a>, about collective intelligence, cooperative economics, and what decentralized technology could actually offer the solidarity economy.</p><p>We dig into how collective intelligence works at scale, from participatory budgeting experiments in Kitchener to the structural barriers that make setting up a cooperative three times harder than incorporating a business. We also get into the limits of GDP as a measure of anything meaningful, why the left&apos;s taboo around finance is a form of unilateral disarmament, and how speculative finance has become the shortest-term thinking industry on the planet while performing the same planning function as the old Soviet Politburo. Sean also looks at <a href='https://bread.coop/'>Bread Cooperative</a> (a worker cooperative I founded) and where the real bottlenecks are for Web3 to serve collective action rather than undermine it.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://uwaterloo.ca/school-environment-enterprise-development/profiles/sean-geobey'><b>Sean Geobey</b></a>, associate professor at the University of Waterloo and Director of <a href='https://polls.groupthinklabs.com/'><b>Groupthink Labs</b></a>, about collective intelligence, cooperative economics, and what decentralized technology could actually offer the solidarity economy.</p><p>We dig into how collective intelligence works at scale, from participatory budgeting experiments in Kitchener to the structural barriers that make setting up a cooperative three times harder than incorporating a business. We also get into the limits of GDP as a measure of anything meaningful, why the left&apos;s taboo around finance is a form of unilateral disarmament, and how speculative finance has become the shortest-term thinking industry on the planet while performing the same planning function as the old Soviet Politburo. Sean also looks at <a href='https://bread.coop/'>Bread Cooperative</a> (a worker cooperative I founded) and where the real bottlenecks are for Web3 to serve collective action rather than undermine it.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>The Intelligence Curse w/ Evan Miyazono</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke to Evan Miyazono, founder of Atlas Computing, about the neglected risks of advanced AI and what it would actually take to govern it. We dig into the threats he thinks aren't getting enough attention, from asymmetrically offensive cyber capabilities and economic disruption to what he calls the "intelligence curse," a dynamic where governments lose any incentive to invest in their populations once labor becomes synthetic. We also get into formal verification as a framework for AI govern...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to Evan Miyazono, founder of <a href='https://atlascomputing.org/'>Atlas Computing</a>, about the neglected risks of advanced AI and what it would actually take to govern it.</p><p>We dig into the threats he thinks aren&apos;t getting enough attention, from asymmetrically offensive cyber capabilities and economic disruption to what he calls the &quot;intelligence curse,&quot; a dynamic where governments lose any incentive to invest in their populations once labor becomes synthetic. We also get into formal verification as a framework for AI governance, why consensus and agreement become scarcer as intelligence gets cheaper, and where blockchains might actually fit into that picture in ways that have nothing to do with libertarian fantasy.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to Evan Miyazono, founder of <a href='https://atlascomputing.org/'>Atlas Computing</a>, about the neglected risks of advanced AI and what it would actually take to govern it.</p><p>We dig into the threats he thinks aren&apos;t getting enough attention, from asymmetrically offensive cyber capabilities and economic disruption to what he calls the &quot;intelligence curse,&quot; a dynamic where governments lose any incentive to invest in their populations once labor becomes synthetic. We also get into formal verification as a framework for AI governance, why consensus and agreement become scarcer as intelligence gets cheaper, and where blockchains might actually fit into that picture in ways that have nothing to do with libertarian fantasy.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Self-Repaying Loans and the Fight for Crypto&#39;s Soul w/ Scoopy Trooples</itunes:title>
    <title>Self-Repaying Loans and the Fight for Crypto&#39;s Soul w/ Scoopy Trooples</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke to Scoopy Trooples, the pseudonymous co-founder of Alchemix, about self-repaying loans, the wreckage of DeFi scams, and what ethical crypto finance could actually look like. We dig into how Alchemix works, allowing your debt pays itself off over time and what's new in V3. We also get into the broader rot in the space: meme coin pump-and-dumps, celebrity rug pulls, prediction market gambling, and how DeFi summer's promise curdled into financial nihilism. Scoopy is one of the rare crypt...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/scupytrooples'>Scoopy Trooples</a>, the pseudonymous co-founder of <a href='https://alchemix.fi/'>Alchemix</a>, about self-repaying loans, the wreckage of DeFi scams, and what ethical crypto finance could actually look like.</p><p>We dig into how Alchemix works, allowing your debt pays itself off over time and what&apos;s new in V3. We also get into the broader rot in the space: meme coin pump-and-dumps, celebrity rug pulls, prediction market gambling, and how DeFi summer&apos;s promise curdled into financial nihilism. Scoopy is one of the rare crypto founders willing to say the quiet part loud,  that most of what gets built in this space is zero-sum at best and predatory at worst, and has been trying to build something different since day one.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/scupytrooples'>Scoopy Trooples</a>, the pseudonymous co-founder of <a href='https://alchemix.fi/'>Alchemix</a>, about self-repaying loans, the wreckage of DeFi scams, and what ethical crypto finance could actually look like.</p><p>We dig into how Alchemix works, allowing your debt pays itself off over time and what&apos;s new in V3. We also get into the broader rot in the space: meme coin pump-and-dumps, celebrity rug pulls, prediction market gambling, and how DeFi summer&apos;s promise curdled into financial nihilism. Scoopy is one of the rare crypto founders willing to say the quiet part loud,  that most of what gets built in this space is zero-sum at best and predatory at worst, and has been trying to build something different since day one.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Sovereignty for Sale w/ Atossa Abrahamian</itunes:title>
    <title>Sovereignty for Sale w/ Atossa Abrahamian</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke to Atossa Araxia Abrahamian, an independent journalist and author of The Hidden Globe, about the world of offshore finance, special economic zones, and network states. We dig into her reporting on a proposed crypto enclave in St. Kitts and Nevis, the history and reality of these zones, and what happens when libertarian ideas about sovereignty and markets collide with real communities pushing back. The network state adjacent project is called Destiny and is being proposed by Olivier Ja...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://www.atossaaraxia.com/'>Atossa Araxia Abrahamian</a>, an independent journalist and author of <a href='https://www.atossaaraxia.com/the-hidden-globe'><em>The Hidden Globe</em></a>, about the world of offshore finance, special economic zones, and network states.</p><p>We dig into <a href='https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/26/business/st-kitts-nevis-destiny-olivier-janssens-crypto-libertarian.html'>her reporting</a> on a proposed crypto enclave in St. Kitts and Nevis, the history and reality of these zones, and what happens when libertarian ideas about sovereignty and markets collide with real communities pushing back. The network state adjacent project is called Destiny and is being proposed by Olivier Janssens, a wealthy bitcoin tycoon, for the island of Nevis. Locals have felt deceived by its marketing and have even made <a href='https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1590554902128413'>diss tracks</a> about it.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><br/></p><p>Timestamps<br/>00:00 Highlight &amp; Introduction<br/>01:06 Sponsor Break Nym VPN<br/>01:46 Meet the Guest<br/>03:21 Passports and Offshore Worlds<br/>05:56 Nevis Destiny Project Origins<br/>09:40 SEZ Law and Local Backlash<br/>10:39 The Destiny Pitch Video<br/>00:08 Dubai Model and DIFC Courts<br/>22:30 How SEZs Work Historically<br/>28:20 From Factories to Lifestyle Enclaves<br/>29:40 Bioshock and Body Mods<br/>30:40 Managed Zones Not Free Markets<br/>31:28 No Such Thing As Deregulation<br/>32:52 Libertarian Influencers And Roger Ver<br/>35:03 Why Not Just Use SEZs<br/>35:50 Network State Factions And Thiel<br/>38:54 Markets Logic Turns Colonial<br/>42:20 Nevis Pushback And Colonial Memory<br/>44:10 Passports Sovereignty And Mercenary States<br/>47:00 Remote Control Citizenship And Land<br/>48:54 Prospera Compared And Biohacking Drift<br/>53:59 Network School As Adult Summer Camp<br/>56:44 Closing Thoughts And Nevis Diss Track</p><p><br/></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://www.atossaaraxia.com/'>Atossa Araxia Abrahamian</a>, an independent journalist and author of <a href='https://www.atossaaraxia.com/the-hidden-globe'><em>The Hidden Globe</em></a>, about the world of offshore finance, special economic zones, and network states.</p><p>We dig into <a href='https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/26/business/st-kitts-nevis-destiny-olivier-janssens-crypto-libertarian.html'>her reporting</a> on a proposed crypto enclave in St. Kitts and Nevis, the history and reality of these zones, and what happens when libertarian ideas about sovereignty and markets collide with real communities pushing back. The network state adjacent project is called Destiny and is being proposed by Olivier Janssens, a wealthy bitcoin tycoon, for the island of Nevis. Locals have felt deceived by its marketing and have even made <a href='https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1590554902128413'>diss tracks</a> about it.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><br/></p><p>Timestamps<br/>00:00 Highlight &amp; Introduction<br/>01:06 Sponsor Break Nym VPN<br/>01:46 Meet the Guest<br/>03:21 Passports and Offshore Worlds<br/>05:56 Nevis Destiny Project Origins<br/>09:40 SEZ Law and Local Backlash<br/>10:39 The Destiny Pitch Video<br/>00:08 Dubai Model and DIFC Courts<br/>22:30 How SEZs Work Historically<br/>28:20 From Factories to Lifestyle Enclaves<br/>29:40 Bioshock and Body Mods<br/>30:40 Managed Zones Not Free Markets<br/>31:28 No Such Thing As Deregulation<br/>32:52 Libertarian Influencers And Roger Ver<br/>35:03 Why Not Just Use SEZs<br/>35:50 Network State Factions And Thiel<br/>38:54 Markets Logic Turns Colonial<br/>42:20 Nevis Pushback And Colonial Memory<br/>44:10 Passports Sovereignty And Mercenary States<br/>47:00 Remote Control Citizenship And Land<br/>48:54 Prospera Compared And Biohacking Drift<br/>53:59 Network School As Adult Summer Camp<br/>56:44 Closing Thoughts And Nevis Diss Track</p><p><br/></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <title>MEV Is Broken on Ethereum — Can Encrypted Mempools Fix It? w/ Luis Bezzenberger</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke to Luis Bezzenberger of Brainbot and core contributor to Shutter Network, about MEV and threshold encryption for encrypted mempools. Luis comes from a background in distributed systems and has spent years thinking about how cryptography can level the playing field between ordinary users and sophisticated actors who exploit the transparency of public mempools. We dig into how threshold encryption works, why encrypted mempools like what Shutter Network is building, could protect users f...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/bezzenberger'>Luis Bezzenberger</a> of <a href='https://brainbot.com/'>Brainbot</a> and core contributor to <a href='https://www.shutter.network/'>Shutter Network</a>, about MEV and threshold encryption for encrypted mempools.</p><p>Luis comes from a background in distributed systems and has spent years thinking about how cryptography can level the playing field between ordinary users and sophisticated actors who exploit the transparency of public mempools. We dig into how threshold encryption works, why encrypted mempools like what Shutter Network is building, could protect users from front-running without sacrificing decentralization, and what it actually takes to get something like this shipped at the protocol level. We also get into the broader architecture puzzle — encrypted mempools PBS, FOCIL, and why Luis thinks these three pieces together form the holy trinity for censorship resistance on Ethereum.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/bezzenberger'>Luis Bezzenberger</a> of <a href='https://brainbot.com/'>Brainbot</a> and core contributor to <a href='https://www.shutter.network/'>Shutter Network</a>, about MEV and threshold encryption for encrypted mempools.</p><p>Luis comes from a background in distributed systems and has spent years thinking about how cryptography can level the playing field between ordinary users and sophisticated actors who exploit the transparency of public mempools. We dig into how threshold encryption works, why encrypted mempools like what Shutter Network is building, could protect users from front-running without sacrificing decentralization, and what it actually takes to get something like this shipped at the protocol level. We also get into the broader architecture puzzle — encrypted mempools PBS, FOCIL, and why Luis thinks these three pieces together form the holy trinity for censorship resistance on Ethereum.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Crypto and Stablecoins in Tanzania w/ Victor Muhagachi</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke to Victor Muhagachi, co-founder of NEDA Labs, building digital asset payment infrastructure in Tanzania and East Africa, about what it actually looks like to bring crypto to communities in this context. Victor grew up watching mobile money transform how people transact across Africa but also watching 15-20% of people's money disappear just in the act of digitizing it. We dig into NEDA Labs work on Tanzanian Shilling stablecoin rails and the experience of talking to regulators. We...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/victorthetravlr'>Victor<b> </b>Muhagachi</a>, co-founder of <a href='https://www.nedapay.xyz/'>NEDA Labs</a>, building digital asset payment infrastructure in Tanzania and East Africa, about what it actually looks like to bring crypto to communities in this context.</p><p>Victor grew up watching mobile money transform how people transact across Africa but also watching 15-20% of people&apos;s money disappear just in the act of digitizing it. We dig into NEDA Labs work on Tanzanian Shilling stablecoin rails and the experience of talking to regulators. We also get into the savings circle pilot they ran with the JUKUMU Hub, a local community space, and <a href='https://www.solarfoundation.xyz/'>Solar Foundation</a> whom we had recently in a Bread Cooperative <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKZ2apsdJyM&amp;'>community call</a>.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'>Support the show</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/victorthetravlr'>Victor<b> </b>Muhagachi</a>, co-founder of <a href='https://www.nedapay.xyz/'>NEDA Labs</a>, building digital asset payment infrastructure in Tanzania and East Africa, about what it actually looks like to bring crypto to communities in this context.</p><p>Victor grew up watching mobile money transform how people transact across Africa but also watching 15-20% of people&apos;s money disappear just in the act of digitizing it. We dig into NEDA Labs work on Tanzanian Shilling stablecoin rails and the experience of talking to regulators. We also get into the savings circle pilot they ran with the JUKUMU Hub, a local community space, and <a href='https://www.solarfoundation.xyz/'>Solar Foundation</a> whom we had recently in a Bread Cooperative <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKZ2apsdJyM&amp;'>community call</a>.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'>Support the show</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Why he left crypto for AI w/ Nader Dabit</itunes:title>
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    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/dabit3'><b>Nader Dabit</b></a>, longtime crypto developer and educator who built at Aave, Lens, and Developer DAO, about what it felt like to be at the frontier of Web3 and why he eventually left.</p><p>Nader spent years genuinely believing in decentralized social and censorship resistant platforms, and we dig into why those ideas haven&apos;t found their footing: the brutal difficulty of onboarding people, a culture that kept rewarding hype over substance, and watching the space forgive grifters over and over while builders burned out. We also get into the moment AI clicked and why late 2024 felt like a real turning point, what agentic coding does to the software engineering profession, and whether the crypto-AI intersection is real or just the latest way to raise money. And Nader shares some thoughts as a Palestinian American on why censorship resistance still matters to him even if the tools haven&apos;t delivered on it yet.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/dabit3'><b>Nader Dabit</b></a>, longtime crypto developer and educator who built at Aave, Lens, and Developer DAO, about what it felt like to be at the frontier of Web3 and why he eventually left.</p><p>Nader spent years genuinely believing in decentralized social and censorship resistant platforms, and we dig into why those ideas haven&apos;t found their footing: the brutal difficulty of onboarding people, a culture that kept rewarding hype over substance, and watching the space forgive grifters over and over while builders burned out. We also get into the moment AI clicked and why late 2024 felt like a real turning point, what agentic coding does to the software engineering profession, and whether the crypto-AI intersection is real or just the latest way to raise money. And Nader shares some thoughts as a Palestinian American on why censorship resistance still matters to him even if the tools haven&apos;t delivered on it yet.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Collective action strategies in the age of AI w/ Nick Vincent from Data Leverage </itunes:title>
    <title>Collective action strategies in the age of AI w/ Nick Vincent from Data Leverage </title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke to Nick Vincent, assistant professor of computing science at Simon Fraser University and author of the Data Leverage substack, about what it actually means that AI systems are built on the collective output of humanity's digital labor and what we can do about it. Nick has spent years researching how data functions as a bargaining tool, and we get into the nitty gritty of what that looks like in practice: data strikes, data poisoning, and redirecting your data to competitors as forms o...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://www.nickmvincent.com/'>Nick Vincent</a>, assistant professor of computing science at Simon Fraser University and author of the <a href='https://dataleverage.substack.com/'><b>Data Leverage</b></a> substack, about what it actually means that AI systems are built on the collective output of humanity&apos;s digital labor and what we can do about it.</p><p>Nick has spent years researching how data functions as a bargaining tool, and we get into the nitty gritty of what that looks like in practice: data strikes, data poisoning, and redirecting your data to competitors as forms of collective action. We also discuss the explosion of agentic coding tools like Claude Code, what they mean for software engineers and entry-level workers, and why the very thing that makes LLMs so powerful — their dependence on collective human data — is also what makes them uniquely vulnerable to organized pressure from below.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://www.nickmvincent.com/'>Nick Vincent</a>, assistant professor of computing science at Simon Fraser University and author of the <a href='https://dataleverage.substack.com/'><b>Data Leverage</b></a> substack, about what it actually means that AI systems are built on the collective output of humanity&apos;s digital labor and what we can do about it.</p><p>Nick has spent years researching how data functions as a bargaining tool, and we get into the nitty gritty of what that looks like in practice: data strikes, data poisoning, and redirecting your data to competitors as forms of collective action. We also discuss the explosion of agentic coding tools like Claude Code, what they mean for software engineers and entry-level workers, and why the very thing that makes LLMs so powerful — their dependence on collective human data — is also what makes them uniquely vulnerable to organized pressure from below.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Delete Coinbase! Use this instead... w/ UnhappyBen (Peer.xyz)</itunes:title>
    <title>Delete Coinbase! Use this instead... w/ UnhappyBen (Peer.xyz)</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke to UnhappyBen, head of growth and marketing at Peer (formerly known as ZKP2P) which is a service that allows you to officially delete Coinbase and every other centralized exchange account you may have. Peer is protocol that allows people to do P2P trading of crypto assets and fiat through neobanks like Revolut, Venmo, Wise, etc. while providing a high degree of privacy using zero knowledge proofs. In case you didn't see it, I spoke about the solution in a recent video of mine where I ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to UnhappyBen, head of growth and marketing at <a href='https://peer.xyz/'>Peer</a> (formerly known as ZKP2P) which is a service that allows you to officially delete Coinbase and every other centralized exchange account you may have. Peer is protocol that allows people to do P2P trading of crypto assets and fiat through neobanks like Revolut, Venmo, Wise, etc. while providing a high degree of privacy using zero knowledge proofs.</p><p>In case you didn&apos;t see it, I spoke about the solution in a <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Px9ohL06jrc'>recent video</a> of mine where I explained how I have been helping people send funds to those in Gaza using it. We discuss how exactly it works, the political implications of what they&apos;ve built and what&apos;s coming next.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to UnhappyBen, head of growth and marketing at <a href='https://peer.xyz/'>Peer</a> (formerly known as ZKP2P) which is a service that allows you to officially delete Coinbase and every other centralized exchange account you may have. Peer is protocol that allows people to do P2P trading of crypto assets and fiat through neobanks like Revolut, Venmo, Wise, etc. while providing a high degree of privacy using zero knowledge proofs.</p><p>In case you didn&apos;t see it, I spoke about the solution in a <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Px9ohL06jrc'>recent video</a> of mine where I explained how I have been helping people send funds to those in Gaza using it. We discuss how exactly it works, the political implications of what they&apos;ve built and what&apos;s coming next.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Public or Perish: Decentralized Municipal Socialism w/ Boris Mamlyuk</itunes:title>
    <title>Public or Perish: Decentralized Municipal Socialism w/ Boris Mamlyuk</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke to Boris Mamlyuk, co-founder of Clean App an AI-powered, crowdsourced environmental app designed for users to report waste and hazards in real-time, essentially a system for reporting civic feedback.  I had him on to talk about the app which boasts over 1 million installs, his critique of the crypto libertarian project's capture by Wall Street interests, and how decentralized technologies can strengthen the civic sphere against both state surveillance and corporate data monopolie...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to Boris Mamlyuk, co-founder of <a href='https://x.com/CleanApp'>Clean App</a> an AI-powered, crowdsourced environmental app designed for users to report waste and hazards in real-time, essentially a system for reporting civic feedback. </p><p>I had him on to talk about the app which boasts over 1 million installs, his critique of the crypto libertarian project&apos;s capture by Wall Street interests, and how decentralized technologies can strengthen the civic sphere against both state surveillance and corporate data monopolies. We also discuss the potential for blockchain to enable municipal socialism and community coordination in the wake Mamdani&apos;s election in NYC.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to Boris Mamlyuk, co-founder of <a href='https://x.com/CleanApp'>Clean App</a> an AI-powered, crowdsourced environmental app designed for users to report waste and hazards in real-time, essentially a system for reporting civic feedback. </p><p>I had him on to talk about the app which boasts over 1 million installs, his critique of the crypto libertarian project&apos;s capture by Wall Street interests, and how decentralized technologies can strengthen the civic sphere against both state surveillance and corporate data monopolies. We also discuss the potential for blockchain to enable municipal socialism and community coordination in the wake Mamdani&apos;s election in NYC.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>What if AI was Cooperative instead? w/ Tan Zhi Xuan</itunes:title>
    <title>What if AI was Cooperative instead? w/ Tan Zhi Xuan</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke to Tan Zhi Xuan, Assistant Professor at the National University of Singapore's Department of Computer Science and founder of the Cooperative Intelligence and Systems Lab, a research group confronting the gap between the rationalist AI alignment discourse focused on superintelligence and what is actually happening. I had her on to talk about her work on cooperative AI (designing AI systems and institutions that promote beneficial cooperation among AI-empowered actors rather than confli...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://ztangent.github.io/'>Tan Zhi Xuan</a>, Assistant Professor at the National University of Singapore&apos;s Department of Computer Science and founder of the Cooperative Intelligence and Systems Lab, a research group confronting the gap between the rationalist AI alignment discourse focused on superintelligence and what is actually happening.</p><p>I had her on to talk about her work on cooperative AI (designing AI systems and institutions that promote beneficial cooperation among AI-empowered actors rather than conflict), her critique of techno-solutionist AI alignment approaches that ignore class interests and political economy, and how blockchain technologies might enable decentralized governance for a future of specialized AI agents. We also talk about the approach that Senator Bernie Sanders has taken recently in his critiques of AI companies.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://ztangent.github.io/'>Tan Zhi Xuan</a>, Assistant Professor at the National University of Singapore&apos;s Department of Computer Science and founder of the Cooperative Intelligence and Systems Lab, a research group confronting the gap between the rationalist AI alignment discourse focused on superintelligence and what is actually happening.</p><p>I had her on to talk about her work on cooperative AI (designing AI systems and institutions that promote beneficial cooperation among AI-empowered actors rather than conflict), her critique of techno-solutionist AI alignment approaches that ignore class interests and political economy, and how blockchain technologies might enable decentralized governance for a future of specialized AI agents. We also talk about the approach that Senator Bernie Sanders has taken recently in his critiques of AI companies.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:author>The Blockchain Socialist</itunes:author>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Did we learn anything from Anonymous?  w/ Kate Stapleton | Devconnect 2025</itunes:title>
    <title>Did we learn anything from Anonymous?  w/ Kate Stapleton | Devconnect 2025</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Continuing the publication of interviews from DevConnect in Buenos Aires, I sat down with Kate Stapleton, a former member of Anonymous and privacy advocate, now able to speak publicly after the statute of limitations expired. In this interview, Kate recounts the origins of Anonymous in early internet culture, IRC, and the Church of Scientology protests, while challenging the myth of Anonymous as a single unified movement. For safety and clarity, she does not reveal her former online handles, ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Continuing the publication of interviews from DevConnect in Buenos Aires, I sat down with <a href='https://x.com/kate_stapes'>Kate Stapleton</a>, a former member of Anonymous and privacy advocate, now able to speak publicly after the statute of limitations expired. In this interview, Kate recounts the origins of Anonymous in early internet culture, IRC, and the Church of Scientology protests, while challenging the myth of Anonymous as a single unified movement. For safety and clarity, she does not reveal her former online handles, some of which are now controlled by other entities that are best left unnamed.</p><p>We discuss why Anonymous ultimately lost momentum and the public apathy toward mass surveillance. We connect the history of hacker culture and cypherpunk activism to today’s crypto ecosystem, including Mr. Robot and the persistence of burnout and nihilism in the space. The episode asks a central question: did we learn anything from Anonymous, and what lessons still matter today for privacy, activism, and building alternative systems.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Continuing the publication of interviews from DevConnect in Buenos Aires, I sat down with <a href='https://x.com/kate_stapes'>Kate Stapleton</a>, a former member of Anonymous and privacy advocate, now able to speak publicly after the statute of limitations expired. In this interview, Kate recounts the origins of Anonymous in early internet culture, IRC, and the Church of Scientology protests, while challenging the myth of Anonymous as a single unified movement. For safety and clarity, she does not reveal her former online handles, some of which are now controlled by other entities that are best left unnamed.</p><p>We discuss why Anonymous ultimately lost momentum and the public apathy toward mass surveillance. We connect the history of hacker culture and cypherpunk activism to today’s crypto ecosystem, including Mr. Robot and the persistence of burnout and nihilism in the space. The episode asks a central question: did we learn anything from Anonymous, and what lessons still matter today for privacy, activism, and building alternative systems.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Why did Democracy fail in DAOs? w/ Theo Beutel | Devconnect 2025</itunes:title>
    <title>Why did Democracy fail in DAOs? w/ Theo Beutel | Devconnect 2025</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Continuing the publication of interviews from DevConnect in Buenos Aires, I sat down with Theo Beutel (academic secretariat at the Ethereum Foundation, researcher at Centre for Democracy Studies Aarau, University of Zurich) to reflect on attempts at democracy with DAOs. As someone who has worked as the governance lead at several DAOs, Theo had a lot of insight to share. We discussed his recent paper Digital Democracy in Decentralised Autonomous Organisations, the role of academia in Ethereum ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Continuing the publication of interviews from DevConnect in Buenos Aires, I sat down with <a href='https://theodorbeutel.de/'>Theo Beutel</a> (academic secretariat at the Ethereum Foundation, researcher at Centre for Democracy Studies Aarau, University of Zurich) to reflect on attempts at democracy with DAOs. As someone who has worked as the governance lead at several DAOs, Theo had a lot of insight to share.</p><p>We discussed his recent paper <a href='https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-032-03273-7_3'>Digital Democracy in Decentralised Autonomous Organisations</a>, the role of academia in Ethereum and why plutocracy has largely dominated the DAO space. By and large it seems that innovation in governance in crypto has followed the needs of investors and not other classes of people. </p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Continuing the publication of interviews from DevConnect in Buenos Aires, I sat down with <a href='https://theodorbeutel.de/'>Theo Beutel</a> (academic secretariat at the Ethereum Foundation, researcher at Centre for Democracy Studies Aarau, University of Zurich) to reflect on attempts at democracy with DAOs. As someone who has worked as the governance lead at several DAOs, Theo had a lot of insight to share.</p><p>We discussed his recent paper <a href='https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-032-03273-7_3'>Digital Democracy in Decentralised Autonomous Organisations</a>, the role of academia in Ethereum and why plutocracy has largely dominated the DAO space. By and large it seems that innovation in governance in crypto has followed the needs of investors and not other classes of people. </p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Is Crypto Governance Dead? w/ Eugene Leventhal | Devconnect 2025</itunes:title>
    <title>Is Crypto Governance Dead? w/ Eugene Leventhal | Devconnect 2025</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode recorded at DevConnect in Buenos Aires, I sit down with Eugene Leventhal (researcher at Metagov, podcaster at Governance Futures, new head of governance at Octant) to discuss the current crisis in crypto governance. The general feeling is that governance has been declared dead, foundations are being pushed aside, and the decentralization theater is being abandoned now that Trump's election has lifted compliance pressure. Eugene unpacks what he calls the "original sin of DAOs" ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode recorded at DevConnect in Buenos Aires, I sit down with <a href='https://x.com/bbeats1'>Eugene Leventhal</a> (researcher at <a href='https://metagov.org/'>Metagov</a>, podcaster at <a href='https://govfutures.podbean.com'>Governance Futures</a>, new head of governance at Octant) to discuss the current crisis in crypto governance. The general feeling is that governance has been declared dead, foundations are being pushed aside, and the decentralization theater is being abandoned now that Trump&apos;s election has lifted compliance pressure.</p><p>Eugene unpacks what he calls the &quot;original sin of DAOs&quot; (most were created purely for regulatory cover) and why most failed. But it&apos;s not all doom, we discuss the few projects still genuinely committed to decentralization, institutional interest in deliberative tooling, and why work on transparency and democratic innovation still matters, even as the industry pivots toward unregulated founder worship.</p><p><b>Links:</b></p><ul><li><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9GkAWdOIBA'>Bread Cooperative&apos;s Democratic Multisig webinar</a></li><li><a href='https://linktr.ee/breadcoop'>Guide book can be downloaded here</a></li></ul><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode recorded at DevConnect in Buenos Aires, I sit down with <a href='https://x.com/bbeats1'>Eugene Leventhal</a> (researcher at <a href='https://metagov.org/'>Metagov</a>, podcaster at <a href='https://govfutures.podbean.com'>Governance Futures</a>, new head of governance at Octant) to discuss the current crisis in crypto governance. The general feeling is that governance has been declared dead, foundations are being pushed aside, and the decentralization theater is being abandoned now that Trump&apos;s election has lifted compliance pressure.</p><p>Eugene unpacks what he calls the &quot;original sin of DAOs&quot; (most were created purely for regulatory cover) and why most failed. But it&apos;s not all doom, we discuss the few projects still genuinely committed to decentralization, institutional interest in deliberative tooling, and why work on transparency and democratic innovation still matters, even as the industry pivots toward unregulated founder worship.</p><p><b>Links:</b></p><ul><li><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9GkAWdOIBA'>Bread Cooperative&apos;s Democratic Multisig webinar</a></li><li><a href='https://linktr.ee/breadcoop'>Guide book can be downloaded here</a></li></ul><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>How to send cryptocurrency to Gaza</itunes:title>
    <title>How to send cryptocurrency to Gaza</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Note that this is from a video essay published on YouTube here. For over a year, I've been helping people send aid to Gaza via cryptocurrency because traditional banking systems have failed Palestinians. PayPal and GoFundMe freeze accounts, banks block transfers, and those that go through can take weeks or months. Cryptocurrency offers instant, censorship-resistant transfers that offer higher guarantees. This comprehensive guide covers three methods for sending crypto (SimpleSwap, Revolut, an...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><em>Note that this is from a video essay published on YouTube </em><a href='https://youtu.be/Px9ohL06jrc'><em>here</em></a><em>.</em></p><p>For over a year, I&apos;ve been helping people send aid to Gaza via cryptocurrency because traditional banking systems have failed Palestinians. PayPal and GoFundMe freeze accounts, banks block transfers, and those that go through can take weeks or months. Cryptocurrency offers instant, censorship-resistant transfers that offer higher guarantees.</p><p>This comprehensive guide covers three methods for sending crypto (SimpleSwap, Revolut, and zkP2P), how to avoid tax complications when fundraising, critical safety tips to prevent irreversible mistakes, and everything you need to know about wallets, networks, and the OTC desk system in Gaza.<br/><br/></p><p><b>📖 Written Guide:</b></p><p>https://docs.fileverse.io/0x6a13c07622Cc1685E0a071c0d7b4Cdb41eBE24ca/1#key=alyL1ETXBR_r16AVQuDNArf8IbD5PJXoHIZq7pjh_J7kXsIkC8a-3cR-bdRQdPlw </p><p><b><br/>💡 Three Methods Explained:</b></p><p><b>Method 1: SimpleSwap</b> - Buy crypto with your debit card and send directly. May require KYC verification.</p><p><b>Method 2: Revolut</b> - Best for regular sending. Buy and send crypto within the Revolut app. Convenient but creates a transaction record.</p><p><b>Method 3: zkP2P (Zero-Knowledge Peer-to-Peer)</b> - Best for privacy. No KYC required. Uses apps like Wise, PayPal, Venmo, etc. More complex but maintains privacy.</p><p><b><br/>🤝 Support Ibrahim in Gaza:</b></p><p>Ibrahim has been surviving the genocide while supporting his extended family and local community. To send crypto aid:</p><p><b>ENS Name:</b> casinoberlin.eth<br/> <b>Full Ethereum Address:</b> 0xFe70d2Fe8a0cCce98fB595f0Ef98C1522d6310b6<br/> <b>Instagram:</b> https://www.instagram.com/pulses_of_mercy/<br/><b>Chuffed:</b> https://chuffed.org/project/117754-support-for-survival-from-genocide</p><p>This is our verified collective wallet that we&apos;ve been using for months to get funds directly to Ibrahim and those who need it most.</p><p><b><br/>⚠️ Important Disclaimers:</b></p><ul><li>I am not a lawyer or tax accountant—check your country&apos;s laws</li><li>Different countries have different donation limits and tax obligations</li><li>Cryptocurrency transactions are irreversible so be careful</li><li>Always verify everything before sending</li></ul><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>Note that this is from a video essay published on YouTube </em><a href='https://youtu.be/Px9ohL06jrc'><em>here</em></a><em>.</em></p><p>For over a year, I&apos;ve been helping people send aid to Gaza via cryptocurrency because traditional banking systems have failed Palestinians. PayPal and GoFundMe freeze accounts, banks block transfers, and those that go through can take weeks or months. Cryptocurrency offers instant, censorship-resistant transfers that offer higher guarantees.</p><p>This comprehensive guide covers three methods for sending crypto (SimpleSwap, Revolut, and zkP2P), how to avoid tax complications when fundraising, critical safety tips to prevent irreversible mistakes, and everything you need to know about wallets, networks, and the OTC desk system in Gaza.<br/><br/></p><p><b>📖 Written Guide:</b></p><p>https://docs.fileverse.io/0x6a13c07622Cc1685E0a071c0d7b4Cdb41eBE24ca/1#key=alyL1ETXBR_r16AVQuDNArf8IbD5PJXoHIZq7pjh_J7kXsIkC8a-3cR-bdRQdPlw </p><p><b><br/>💡 Three Methods Explained:</b></p><p><b>Method 1: SimpleSwap</b> - Buy crypto with your debit card and send directly. May require KYC verification.</p><p><b>Method 2: Revolut</b> - Best for regular sending. Buy and send crypto within the Revolut app. Convenient but creates a transaction record.</p><p><b>Method 3: zkP2P (Zero-Knowledge Peer-to-Peer)</b> - Best for privacy. No KYC required. Uses apps like Wise, PayPal, Venmo, etc. More complex but maintains privacy.</p><p><b><br/>🤝 Support Ibrahim in Gaza:</b></p><p>Ibrahim has been surviving the genocide while supporting his extended family and local community. To send crypto aid:</p><p><b>ENS Name:</b> casinoberlin.eth<br/> <b>Full Ethereum Address:</b> 0xFe70d2Fe8a0cCce98fB595f0Ef98C1522d6310b6<br/> <b>Instagram:</b> https://www.instagram.com/pulses_of_mercy/<br/><b>Chuffed:</b> https://chuffed.org/project/117754-support-for-survival-from-genocide</p><p>This is our verified collective wallet that we&apos;ve been using for months to get funds directly to Ibrahim and those who need it most.</p><p><b><br/>⚠️ Important Disclaimers:</b></p><ul><li>I am not a lawyer or tax accountant—check your country&apos;s laws</li><li>Different countries have different donation limits and tax obligations</li><li>Cryptocurrency transactions are irreversible so be careful</li><li>Always verify everything before sending</li></ul><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Is the state DEAD? Farewell to Westphalia with Jarrad Hope and Peter Ludlow</itunes:title>
    <title>Is the state DEAD? Farewell to Westphalia with Jarrad Hope and Peter Ludlow</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode I spoke to Jarrad Hope, founder of Logos, and Peter Ludlow, philosopher and research advisor at the University of Hong Kong, and co-authors of the new book 'Farewell to Westphalia.' In the book they detail the historical trajectory of nation states and what they perceive to be their failures as well as propose an alternative to Network States through Blockchain Communities.  We discuss critiques of traditional nation states, the potential of blockchain for decentralized govern...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke to Jarrad Hope, founder of <a href='https://logos.co/'>Logos</a>, and Peter Ludlow, philosopher and research advisor at the University of Hong Kong, and co-authors of the new book &apos;<a href='https://logos.co/farewell-to-westphalia'>Farewell to Westphalia</a>.&apos; In the book they detail the historical trajectory of nation states and what they perceive to be their failures as well as propose an alternative to Network States through Blockchain Communities.<br/><br/>We discuss critiques of traditional nation states, the potential of blockchain for decentralized governance, and the importance of transparency and privacy. </p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke to Jarrad Hope, founder of <a href='https://logos.co/'>Logos</a>, and Peter Ludlow, philosopher and research advisor at the University of Hong Kong, and co-authors of the new book &apos;<a href='https://logos.co/farewell-to-westphalia'>Farewell to Westphalia</a>.&apos; In the book they detail the historical trajectory of nation states and what they perceive to be their failures as well as propose an alternative to Network States through Blockchain Communities.<br/><br/>We discuss critiques of traditional nation states, the potential of blockchain for decentralized governance, and the importance of transparency and privacy. </p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b> </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Free Markets Are Planned: The Neoliberal Paradox with Christoph Sorg</itunes:title>
    <title>Free Markets Are Planned: The Neoliberal Paradox with Christoph Sorg</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dr. Christoph Sorg is  a social scientist at the Humboldt University of Berlin. He researches theories of capitalism and post-capitalism and the new debate on economic planning in times of digitalization and the climate crisis. During the interview we spoke about his work around understanding economic planning and his recent publication Finance as a form of economic planning. His work shows how even in the free market capitalism we live in today, there is actually a significant amount of...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Dr. Christoph Sorg is  a social scientist at the Humboldt University of Berlin. He researches theories of capitalism and post-capitalism and the new debate on economic planning in times of digitalization and the climate crisis.</p><p>During the interview we spoke about his work around understanding economic planning and his recent publication <a href='https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/10245294231217578'><em>Finance as a form of economic planning</em></a><em>. </em>His work shows how even in the free market capitalism we live in today, there is actually a significant amount of planning, it&apos;s just that the planning is for facilitating capitalist economies, the neoliberal paradox.</p><p>As the co-founder of projects like <a href='https://bread.coop/'>Bread Cooperative</a> where we are trying to build out apps that facilitate post-capitalist economic relations, I think it&apos;s important for us to properly understand the current state of capitalism so that we know the kind of meaningful interventions we could make.  </p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Dr. Christoph Sorg is  a social scientist at the Humboldt University of Berlin. He researches theories of capitalism and post-capitalism and the new debate on economic planning in times of digitalization and the climate crisis.</p><p>During the interview we spoke about his work around understanding economic planning and his recent publication <a href='https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/10245294231217578'><em>Finance as a form of economic planning</em></a><em>. </em>His work shows how even in the free market capitalism we live in today, there is actually a significant amount of planning, it&apos;s just that the planning is for facilitating capitalist economies, the neoliberal paradox.</p><p>As the co-founder of projects like <a href='https://bread.coop/'>Bread Cooperative</a> where we are trying to build out apps that facilitate post-capitalist economic relations, I think it&apos;s important for us to properly understand the current state of capitalism so that we know the kind of meaningful interventions we could make.  </p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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  <psc:chapter start="37:09" title="The Influence of Neoliberalism on State Power" />
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    <itunes:title>Weaponized Design and the Digital Identity Event Horizon with Cade Diehm</itunes:title>
    <title>Weaponized Design and the Digital Identity Event Horizon with Cade Diehm</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke to Cade Diehm,  Head of Research at the World Ethical Data Foundation and founder of New Design Congress, an independent research group confronting the gap between what is said to be happening and what is actually happening in digital societies. His career also involves working at Deloitte Australia, as leading design for CoinJar, the largest crypto exchange in Australia and Tactical Tech. I had him on to talk about his work on Weaponised Design (when an interface or system harms...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://shiba.computer/'>Cade Diehm</a>,  Head of Research at the <a href='https://worldethicaldata.org/'>World Ethical Data Foundation</a> and founder of <a href='https://newdesigncongress.org/about'>New Design Congress</a>, an independent research group confronting the <a href='https://www.ruinedby.design/?ref=ndc+says+nein+danke'>gap</a> <a href='https://longnow.org/?ref=ndc+says+nein+danke'>between</a> <a href='https://www.humanetech.com/?ref=ndc+says+nein+danke'>what</a> <a href='https://ideo.com/?ref=ndc+says+nein+danke'>is</a> <a href='https://www.ribbonfarm.com/?ref=ndc+says+nein+danke'>said</a> <a href='https://www.eff.org/cyberspace-independence?ref=ndc+says+nein+danke'>to</a> <a href='https://waymo.com/?ref=ndc+says+nein+danke'>be</a> <a href='https://antikythera.org/?ref=ndc+says+nein+danke'>happening</a> and what is <a href='https://newdesigncongress.org/everything/'><em>actually happening</em></a> in digital societies. His career also involves working at Deloitte Australia, as leading design for CoinJar, the largest crypto exchange in Australia and Tactical Tech.</p><p>I had him on to talk about his work on <a href='https://ourdataourselves.tacticaltech.org/posts/30-on-weaponised-design/'>Weaponised Design</a> (when an interface or system harms its users whilst performing entirely within its expected behaviour), his <a href='https://newdesigncongress.org/en/note/2024/identifying-the-digital-self/'>recent alarming research</a> on the <a href='https://newdesigncongress.org/en/note/2025/digital-identity-event-horizon-finding-2/'>brittleness of digital identity</a> and his experience with crypto.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://shiba.computer/'>Cade Diehm</a>,  Head of Research at the <a href='https://worldethicaldata.org/'>World Ethical Data Foundation</a> and founder of <a href='https://newdesigncongress.org/about'>New Design Congress</a>, an independent research group confronting the <a href='https://www.ruinedby.design/?ref=ndc+says+nein+danke'>gap</a> <a href='https://longnow.org/?ref=ndc+says+nein+danke'>between</a> <a href='https://www.humanetech.com/?ref=ndc+says+nein+danke'>what</a> <a href='https://ideo.com/?ref=ndc+says+nein+danke'>is</a> <a href='https://www.ribbonfarm.com/?ref=ndc+says+nein+danke'>said</a> <a href='https://www.eff.org/cyberspace-independence?ref=ndc+says+nein+danke'>to</a> <a href='https://waymo.com/?ref=ndc+says+nein+danke'>be</a> <a href='https://antikythera.org/?ref=ndc+says+nein+danke'>happening</a> and what is <a href='https://newdesigncongress.org/everything/'><em>actually happening</em></a> in digital societies. His career also involves working at Deloitte Australia, as leading design for CoinJar, the largest crypto exchange in Australia and Tactical Tech.</p><p>I had him on to talk about his work on <a href='https://ourdataourselves.tacticaltech.org/posts/30-on-weaponised-design/'>Weaponised Design</a> (when an interface or system harms its users whilst performing entirely within its expected behaviour), his <a href='https://newdesigncongress.org/en/note/2024/identifying-the-digital-self/'>recent alarming research</a> on the <a href='https://newdesigncongress.org/en/note/2025/digital-identity-event-horizon-finding-2/'>brittleness of digital identity</a> and his experience with crypto.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Nepal, DAOs and Secret Voting with Aragon CEO Leuts.eth</itunes:title>
    <title>Nepal, DAOs and Secret Voting with Aragon CEO Leuts.eth</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke to Leuts.eth, CEO of Aragon, a DAO tooling protocol that gives organizations the tools to build, govern, and accrue value effectively onchain. Aragon was probably the first organization I became interested when I got into crypto since they were the first to take seriously the potential for DAOs and onchain governance, We spoke about the history of Aragon, their latest feature enabling private voting and whether Nepal is actually a DAO now. This episode is sponsored by NYM, the world's...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/A_Leutenegger'>Leuts.eth</a>, CEO of <a href='https://www.aragon.org/'>Aragon</a>, a DAO tooling protocol that gives organizations the tools to build, govern, and accrue value effectively onchain. Aragon was probably the first organization I became interested when I got into crypto since they were the first to take seriously the potential for DAOs and onchain governance,</p><p>We spoke about the history of Aragon, their latest feature enabling private voting and whether Nepal is actually a DAO now.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/A_Leutenegger'>Leuts.eth</a>, CEO of <a href='https://www.aragon.org/'>Aragon</a>, a DAO tooling protocol that gives organizations the tools to build, govern, and accrue value effectively onchain. Aragon was probably the first organization I became interested when I got into crypto since they were the first to take seriously the potential for DAOs and onchain governance,</p><p>We spoke about the history of Aragon, their latest feature enabling private voting and whether Nepal is actually a DAO now.</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>NETWORKED REALISM: Whoever Controls the Infrastructure, Controls Reality</itunes:title>
    <title>NETWORKED REALISM: Whoever Controls the Infrastructure, Controls Reality</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[It's feeling like we're living in a very strange moment in time where liberal norms of openness have been shattered by the same class of tech industry titans who expressed these values just a decade ago. In this episode I spoke to Nick Houde and Severin Matusek from co-matter, a research and strategy studio based in Berlin, who recently published an incredible memo that is chock full of incredible analysis and insight into our current moment. "New World Order: The Return of Hard Power and Sof...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>It&apos;s feeling like we&apos;re living in a very strange moment in time where liberal norms of openness have been shattered by the same class of tech industry titans who expressed these values just a decade ago. In this episode I spoke to Nick Houde and Severin Matusek from <a href='https://co-matter.com/'>co-matter</a>, a research and strategy studio based in Berlin, who recently published an incredible memo that is chock full of incredible analysis and insight into our current moment.</p><p><em>&quot;New World Order: The Return of Hard Power and Soft Beliefs is a 35-page research memo about what happens when power, infrastructure and ideology collide.</em></p><p><em>A manual for anyone trying to make sense of the present, New World Order contains ideas, context and language to participate in shaping the world that emerges in front of our eyes.&quot;</em></p><p>The memo is chock full of useful and powerful concepts that help explain this moment. You can order a copy of the memo on Metalabel <a href='https://comatter.metalabel.com/new-world-order?variantId=1 '>here</a>. (I&apos;ve already got my copy!) Lots of great quotes like &quot;Yesterday&apos;s moral stance is tomorrow&apos;s liability&quot; and &quot;Whoever controls the infrastructure controls reality itself.&quot;</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It&apos;s feeling like we&apos;re living in a very strange moment in time where liberal norms of openness have been shattered by the same class of tech industry titans who expressed these values just a decade ago. In this episode I spoke to Nick Houde and Severin Matusek from <a href='https://co-matter.com/'>co-matter</a>, a research and strategy studio based in Berlin, who recently published an incredible memo that is chock full of incredible analysis and insight into our current moment.</p><p><em>&quot;New World Order: The Return of Hard Power and Soft Beliefs is a 35-page research memo about what happens when power, infrastructure and ideology collide.</em></p><p><em>A manual for anyone trying to make sense of the present, New World Order contains ideas, context and language to participate in shaping the world that emerges in front of our eyes.&quot;</em></p><p>The memo is chock full of useful and powerful concepts that help explain this moment. You can order a copy of the memo on Metalabel <a href='https://comatter.metalabel.com/new-world-order?variantId=1 '>here</a>. (I&apos;ve already got my copy!) Lots of great quotes like &quot;Yesterday&apos;s moral stance is tomorrow&apos;s liability&quot; and &quot;Whoever controls the infrastructure controls reality itself.&quot;</p><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Slavoj Zizek on Network States</itunes:title>
    <title>Slavoj Zizek on Network States</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The one and only Slavoj Zizek published a piece on Network States and of course I had to read it and share it with you all. It's normally behind a paywall on his Substack but was put on Fileverse by recent guest Naomi for all to read. Check out  the article on Fileverse here. I really want to know who is in Zizek's ear talking about crypto stuff so much that he knows what DAOs are... If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find cont...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>The one and only Slavoj Zizek published a piece on Network States and of course I had to read it and share it with you all. It&apos;s normally behind a paywall on his Substack but was put on <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/all-my-friends-hate-google-docs-with-andreas-tsamados/'>Fileverse</a> by recent guest <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/crypto-culture-and-its-discontents-with-naomi-oba/'>Naomi</a> for all to read.</p><p>Check out  the article on Fileverse <a href='https://docs.fileverse.io/0x22c3e3290bEecAA3aD5B1879A672Fc9139368AD2/38#key=SxXq8teR9eCGopLq9Y3dThUDlkFfHCXrAyDgFl9m6bj3XsY7dmBMRN2Sf8SmhTtD'>here</a>.</p><p>I really want to know who is in Zizek&apos;s ear talking about crypto stuff so much that he knows what DAOs are...</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The one and only Slavoj Zizek published a piece on Network States and of course I had to read it and share it with you all. It&apos;s normally behind a paywall on his Substack but was put on <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/all-my-friends-hate-google-docs-with-andreas-tsamados/'>Fileverse</a> by recent guest <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/crypto-culture-and-its-discontents-with-naomi-oba/'>Naomi</a> for all to read.</p><p>Check out  the article on Fileverse <a href='https://docs.fileverse.io/0x22c3e3290bEecAA3aD5B1879A672Fc9139368AD2/38#key=SxXq8teR9eCGopLq9Y3dThUDlkFfHCXrAyDgFl9m6bj3XsY7dmBMRN2Sf8SmhTtD'>here</a>.</p><p>I really want to know who is in Zizek&apos;s ear talking about crypto stuff so much that he knows what DAOs are...</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>How Urbit Failed with Adina Glickstein</itunes:title>
    <title>How Urbit Failed with Adina Glickstein</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, I talk with Adina Glickstein — Master’s student in Media Studies under Nathan Schneider at UC Boulder and editor-at-large at Spike Art Magazine — whose recent Compact Mag article, The Rise and Fall of Urbit finally gave me the excuse to talk about Urbit on the podcast and why its failing. We unpack what Urbit is trying to be (although many don't seem to agree), its creator Curtis Yarvin (aka Mencius Moldbug, philosopher of the alt-right), and how its governance structure mirr...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, I talk with <a href='https://www.instagram.com/adina______images/'>Adina Glickstein</a> — Master’s student in Media Studies under Nathan Schneider at UC Boulder and editor-at-large at <a href='https://spikeartmagazine.com/'>Spike Art Magazine</a> — whose recent Compact Mag article, <a href='https://www.compactmag.com/article/the-rise-and-fall-of-urbit/'><em>The Rise and Fall of Urbit</em></a> finally gave me the excuse to talk about Urbit on the podcast and why its failing.</p><p>We unpack what Urbit is trying to be (although many don&apos;t seem to agree), its creator Curtis Yarvin (aka Mencius Moldbug, philosopher of the alt-right), and how its governance structure mirrors his anti-democratic ideals. Adina shares her experience moving from enthusiasm to disillusionment — from Berlin meetups to Urbit Assembly, to witnessing the project lean into neo-colonial “exit” politics.</p><p>We also get into the reactionary politics inside the Urbit community, the recent leadership coup pitting long-time developers against Yarvin and his backers, and how this drama unexpectedly created a demand for “voice” in a system designed entirely around “exit.” </p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a href='https://spikeartmagazine.com/categories/user-error'>User Error</a> — Adina’s monthly tech column for Spike Art Magazine</li><li><a href='https://www.compactmag.com/article/the-rise-and-fall-of-urbit/'>The Rise and Fall of Urbit</a> — Adina’s piece in Compact Mag</li><li><a href='https://www.instagram.com/adina______images/'>Adina on Instagram</a></li></ul><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, I talk with <a href='https://www.instagram.com/adina______images/'>Adina Glickstein</a> — Master’s student in Media Studies under Nathan Schneider at UC Boulder and editor-at-large at <a href='https://spikeartmagazine.com/'>Spike Art Magazine</a> — whose recent Compact Mag article, <a href='https://www.compactmag.com/article/the-rise-and-fall-of-urbit/'><em>The Rise and Fall of Urbit</em></a> finally gave me the excuse to talk about Urbit on the podcast and why its failing.</p><p>We unpack what Urbit is trying to be (although many don&apos;t seem to agree), its creator Curtis Yarvin (aka Mencius Moldbug, philosopher of the alt-right), and how its governance structure mirrors his anti-democratic ideals. Adina shares her experience moving from enthusiasm to disillusionment — from Berlin meetups to Urbit Assembly, to witnessing the project lean into neo-colonial “exit” politics.</p><p>We also get into the reactionary politics inside the Urbit community, the recent leadership coup pitting long-time developers against Yarvin and his backers, and how this drama unexpectedly created a demand for “voice” in a system designed entirely around “exit.” </p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a href='https://spikeartmagazine.com/categories/user-error'>User Error</a> — Adina’s monthly tech column for Spike Art Magazine</li><li><a href='https://www.compactmag.com/article/the-rise-and-fall-of-urbit/'>The Rise and Fall of Urbit</a> — Adina’s piece in Compact Mag</li><li><a href='https://www.instagram.com/adina______images/'>Adina on Instagram</a></li></ul><p><em>This episode is sponsored by </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/903769/episodes/%20https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Free Market Friends with Naomi Oba</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[About a month ago I spoke at Dappcon about Solidarity Primitives we've been building at Bread Cooperative. Before my talk, Naomi Oba gave her own wonderful presentation titled Crypto Culture and its Discontents that unknowingly set the stage quite well for mine so I had to ask her on the podcast.  We discussed the issues with crypto culture including obsession with quantification and financialization, and how to feel emotions instead. Naomi also helped write the Sapphire Punk manifesto, ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>About a month ago I spoke at Dappcon about <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvhM4fxfZkk&amp;pp=ygUdZGFwcGNvbiBzb2xpZGFyaXR5IHByaW1pdGl2ZXM%3D'>Solidarity Primitives</a> we&apos;ve been building at <a href='http://bread.coop/'>Bread Cooperative</a>. Before my talk, Naomi Oba gave her own wonderful presentation titled <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1WxGCvElOgk'>Crypto Culture and its Discontents</a> that unknowingly set the stage quite well for mine so I had to ask her on the podcast. </p><p>We discussed the issues with crypto culture including obsession with quantification and financialization, and how to feel emotions instead. Naomi also helped write the <a href='https://sapphirepunk.com/'>Sapphire Punk manifesto</a>, an exploration of a post-cypherpunk politics that reject the extreme individualism rooted in the original cypherpunk movement.</p><p>&quot;<em>All that is solid turns into data points.&quot; - Engels probably if he was still around</em></p><p><em>This is also the first episode that is sponsored by </em><a href=' https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href=' https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>About a month ago I spoke at Dappcon about <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvhM4fxfZkk&amp;pp=ygUdZGFwcGNvbiBzb2xpZGFyaXR5IHByaW1pdGl2ZXM%3D'>Solidarity Primitives</a> we&apos;ve been building at <a href='http://bread.coop/'>Bread Cooperative</a>. Before my talk, Naomi Oba gave her own wonderful presentation titled <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1WxGCvElOgk'>Crypto Culture and its Discontents</a> that unknowingly set the stage quite well for mine so I had to ask her on the podcast. </p><p>We discussed the issues with crypto culture including obsession with quantification and financialization, and how to feel emotions instead. Naomi also helped write the <a href='https://sapphirepunk.com/'>Sapphire Punk manifesto</a>, an exploration of a post-cypherpunk politics that reject the extreme individualism rooted in the original cypherpunk movement.</p><p>&quot;<em>All that is solid turns into data points.&quot; - Engels probably if he was still around</em></p><p><em>This is also the first episode that is sponsored by </em><a href=' https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><em>NYM</em></a><em>, the world&apos;s most private VPN. Unlike traditional VPNs, Nym uses a decentralized mixnet to scramble your internet data — hiding who you&apos;re talking to, when, and how often. You can switch between full mixnet mode for maximum anonymity, or a faster VPN mode for everyday use.</em></p><p><em>Use the code </em><a href=' https://nym.com/pricing?ref=blockchainsocialist&amp;ncid=blockchainsocialist&amp;mtm_campaign=blockchainsocialist'><b><em>blockchainsocialist</em></b></a><em> when signing up and get an extra month!</em></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Holonym: Digital Identity without Scanning your Eyeballs</itunes:title>
    <title>Holonym: Digital Identity without Scanning your Eyeballs</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[They say on the internet no one knows you're a dog but this has created a digital space that is dominated by more bots than humans and crypto space that is easily sybil attacked. Worldcoin, a project led by Sam Altman, is purporting to tackle this issue as AI (ironic?) proliferates content by scanning our eyeballs into an orb that they totally aren't taking your data from! Personally I don't trust them.  So I spoke to Shady El Damaty, co-founder and CEO of Holonym Foundation which is building...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>They say on the internet no one knows you&apos;re a dog but this has created a digital space that is dominated by more bots than humans and crypto space that is easily sybil attacked. Worldcoin, a project led by Sam Altman, is purporting to tackle this issue as AI (ironic?) proliferates content by scanning our eyeballs into an orb that they totally aren&apos;t taking your data from! Personally I don&apos;t trust them.<br/><br/>So I spoke to Shady El Damaty, co-founder and CEO of Holonym Foundation which is building human.tech, a suite of different identity solutions that protect user privacy using zero-knowledge proofs. We spoke about how it all works and the implications of people having control of their identities online.<br/>-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/>Website: https://theblockchainsocialist.com/ <br/><br/>Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3geORcile9E1EyPyFiAHhM?si=x7fjsFhURsSBlErXnihh9A  <br/><br/>iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist/id1501607045  <br/><br/>Podcast Addict: https://podplayer.net/?podId=2598359 <br/><br/>Twitter: https://twitter.com/TBSocialist <br/><br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist<br/><br/>Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>They say on the internet no one knows you&apos;re a dog but this has created a digital space that is dominated by more bots than humans and crypto space that is easily sybil attacked. Worldcoin, a project led by Sam Altman, is purporting to tackle this issue as AI (ironic?) proliferates content by scanning our eyeballs into an orb that they totally aren&apos;t taking your data from! Personally I don&apos;t trust them.<br/><br/>So I spoke to Shady El Damaty, co-founder and CEO of Holonym Foundation which is building human.tech, a suite of different identity solutions that protect user privacy using zero-knowledge proofs. We spoke about how it all works and the implications of people having control of their identities online.<br/>-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br/>Website: https://theblockchainsocialist.com/ <br/><br/>Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3geORcile9E1EyPyFiAHhM?si=x7fjsFhURsSBlErXnihh9A  <br/><br/>iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist/id1501607045  <br/><br/>Podcast Addict: https://podplayer.net/?podId=2598359 <br/><br/>Twitter: https://twitter.com/TBSocialist <br/><br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist<br/><br/>Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Blockchain Governance: North Korea, Tornado Cash, and Trust</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[How can digital cash truly be “trustless”? What does it mean that blockchain offers a new paradigm of the “rule of code”? How are decisions made when a blockchain system faces an emergency, and who gets to make those decisions?  I spoke to Wessel Reijers and Morshed Mannan, both great thinkers and recent authors of the book Blockchain Governance (by Primavera De Filippi, Wessel Reijers and Morshed Mannan).  We discussed the history of the legal and philosophical implications that bl...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>How can digital cash truly be “trustless”? What does it mean that blockchain offers a new paradigm of the “rule of code”? How are decisions made when a blockchain system faces an emergency, and who gets to make those decisions? </p><p>I spoke to <a href='https://www.wesselreijers.nl/about-me/'>Wessel Reijers</a> and <a href='https://x.com/mannanmorshed?lang=en'>Morshed Mannan</a>, both great thinkers and recent authors of the book <a href='https://mitpress.mit.edu/9780262549059/blockchain-governance/'><em>Blockchain Governance</em></a><em> </em>(by Primavera De Filippi, Wessel Reijers and Morshed Mannan). </p><p>We discussed the history of the legal and philosophical implications that blockchains have brought with them. From the Tornado Cash ruling, North Korean mega hacks, and rethinking of property relations, there was a whole lot to talk about.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>How can digital cash truly be “trustless”? What does it mean that blockchain offers a new paradigm of the “rule of code”? How are decisions made when a blockchain system faces an emergency, and who gets to make those decisions? </p><p>I spoke to <a href='https://www.wesselreijers.nl/about-me/'>Wessel Reijers</a> and <a href='https://x.com/mannanmorshed?lang=en'>Morshed Mannan</a>, both great thinkers and recent authors of the book <a href='https://mitpress.mit.edu/9780262549059/blockchain-governance/'><em>Blockchain Governance</em></a><em> </em>(by Primavera De Filippi, Wessel Reijers and Morshed Mannan). </p><p>We discussed the history of the legal and philosophical implications that blockchains have brought with them. From the Tornado Cash ruling, North Korean mega hacks, and rethinking of property relations, there was a whole lot to talk about.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>What is the REAL value of crypto tokens with Vasily Sumanov</itunes:title>
    <title>What is the REAL value of crypto tokens with Vasily Sumanov</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[How in the world is anyone meant to derive the "real" value of a crypto token? Especially in THIS market??  I spoke to Vasily Sumanov, founder of Valueverse and inventor of the Token Value Capture Mechanism Framework to share how he sees it. Valueverse is a utility-centric token tracker that helps you understand the demand-side pressures for token value. Part of the neoliberal ideological turn which has also continued into crypto token releases is an over-focus on supply side economics (...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>How in the world is anyone meant to derive the &quot;real&quot; value of a crypto token? Especially in THIS market?? </p><p>I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/vasily_sumanov'>Vasily Sumanov</a>, founder of <a href='https://app.valueverse.ai/'>Valueverse</a> and inventor of the <a href='https://jbba.scholasticahq.com/article/131932-token-classification-framework-considering-the-origins-of-value-and-their-mechanisms-of-manifestation'>Token Value Capture Mechanism Framework</a> to share how he sees it. Valueverse is a utility-centric token tracker that helps you understand the demand-side pressures for token value. Part of the neoliberal ideological turn which has also continued into crypto token releases is an over-focus on supply side economics (problematic).  </p><p>We discussed token engineering as a discipline in need of an improvement, the most common mistakes people make when designing tokens, and how the VCM framework helps cut through the noise. While I&apos;m no crypto trader and I suspect some may be surprised by an episode like this from me, I do believe that the framework is incredibly useful.</p><p>I was also very impressed by the <a href='https://app.valueverse.ai/tokens/bread'>page published by Valueverse of BREAD</a>, the post-capitalist token for <a href='http://breadchain.xyz/'>Breadchain Cooperative</a> which I co-founded. The page is super useful for people to understand the tokenomics behind the project.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>How in the world is anyone meant to derive the &quot;real&quot; value of a crypto token? Especially in THIS market?? </p><p>I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/vasily_sumanov'>Vasily Sumanov</a>, founder of <a href='https://app.valueverse.ai/'>Valueverse</a> and inventor of the <a href='https://jbba.scholasticahq.com/article/131932-token-classification-framework-considering-the-origins-of-value-and-their-mechanisms-of-manifestation'>Token Value Capture Mechanism Framework</a> to share how he sees it. Valueverse is a utility-centric token tracker that helps you understand the demand-side pressures for token value. Part of the neoliberal ideological turn which has also continued into crypto token releases is an over-focus on supply side economics (problematic).  </p><p>We discussed token engineering as a discipline in need of an improvement, the most common mistakes people make when designing tokens, and how the VCM framework helps cut through the noise. While I&apos;m no crypto trader and I suspect some may be surprised by an episode like this from me, I do believe that the framework is incredibly useful.</p><p>I was also very impressed by the <a href='https://app.valueverse.ai/tokens/bread'>page published by Valueverse of BREAD</a>, the post-capitalist token for <a href='http://breadchain.xyz/'>Breadchain Cooperative</a> which I co-founded. The page is super useful for people to understand the tokenomics behind the project.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>How to Stake ETH with your friends with Thomas Heremans (Obol)</itunes:title>
    <title>How to Stake ETH with your friends with Thomas Heremans (Obol)</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke to Thomas Heremans, CEO of the Obol Association. Obol is an ecosystem for trust minimized Ethereum staking that enables distributed validators (DVs) across a cluster of nodes in order to improve resilience as compared to running a validator on a single node. Previously I spoke to Osín Kyne, the CTO of Obol Network and they had plenty of updates since last time. Thomas gave us a refresher on what DVs are and what they can enable, some success stories of how communities have funded them...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/_Cryptoma'>Thomas Heremans</a>, CEO of the <a href='https://x.com/Obol_Collective'>Obol Association</a>. Obol is an ecosystem for trust minimized Ethereum staking that enables distributed validators (DVs) across a cluster of nodes in order to improve resilience as compared to running a validator on a single node. Previously <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/obol-network-how-dvt-helps-decentralize-ethereum-and-incentivize-collectivism/'>I spoke to Osín Kyne</a>, the CTO of Obol Network and they had plenty of updates since last time.</p><p>Thomas gave us a refresher on what DVs are and what they can enable, some success stories of how communities have funded themselves with Obol DVs and what the future looks like for Obol. They also announced the <a href='https://obol.org/incentives'>Obol Incentives Program</a> where you can earn OBOL tokens for staking on distributed validators.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/_Cryptoma'>Thomas Heremans</a>, CEO of the <a href='https://x.com/Obol_Collective'>Obol Association</a>. Obol is an ecosystem for trust minimized Ethereum staking that enables distributed validators (DVs) across a cluster of nodes in order to improve resilience as compared to running a validator on a single node. Previously <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/obol-network-how-dvt-helps-decentralize-ethereum-and-incentivize-collectivism/'>I spoke to Osín Kyne</a>, the CTO of Obol Network and they had plenty of updates since last time.</p><p>Thomas gave us a refresher on what DVs are and what they can enable, some success stories of how communities have funded themselves with Obol DVs and what the future looks like for Obol. They also announced the <a href='https://obol.org/incentives'>Obol Incentives Program</a> where you can earn OBOL tokens for staking on distributed validators.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>How to Run an Election without the State with Vocdoni</itunes:title>
    <title>How to Run an Election without the State with Vocdoni</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke to Ferran Reyes and Pau Escrich, co-founders of Vocdoni, a blockchain based voting protocol used by several non-web3 organizations. They were born out of the Catalan independence movement in Spain from which they have designed Vocdoni to be censorship resistant and friendly to your average non-web3 user. During the episode we discussed some of the elections  where Vocdoni was used, the cryptographic primitives that make it all possible and the learnings they have had in their jou...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://warpcast.com/ferran'>Ferran Reyes</a> and <a href='https://x.com/wildp4u?lang=en'>Pau Escrich</a>, co-founders of <a href='https://www.vocdoni.io/'>Vocdoni</a>, a blockchain based voting protocol used by several non-web3 organizations. They were born out of the Catalan independence movement in Spain from which they have designed Vocdoni to be censorship resistant and friendly to your average non-web3 user.</p><p>During the episode we discussed some of the elections  where Vocdoni was used, the cryptographic primitives that make it all possible and the <a href='https://blog.vocdoni.io/'>learnings they have had</a> in their journey so far. We also discussed <a href='https://hackmd.io/@vocdoni/BJY8EXQy1x'>DAVINCI</a>, their latest evolution of the Vocdoni voting protocol.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://warpcast.com/ferran'>Ferran Reyes</a> and <a href='https://x.com/wildp4u?lang=en'>Pau Escrich</a>, co-founders of <a href='https://www.vocdoni.io/'>Vocdoni</a>, a blockchain based voting protocol used by several non-web3 organizations. They were born out of the Catalan independence movement in Spain from which they have designed Vocdoni to be censorship resistant and friendly to your average non-web3 user.</p><p>During the episode we discussed some of the elections  where Vocdoni was used, the cryptographic primitives that make it all possible and the <a href='https://blog.vocdoni.io/'>learnings they have had</a> in their journey so far. We also discussed <a href='https://hackmd.io/@vocdoni/BJY8EXQy1x'>DAVINCI</a>, their latest evolution of the Vocdoni voting protocol.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Conviction Voting for 24/7 Democracy with Paul Glavin</itunes:title>
    <title>Conviction Voting for 24/7 Democracy with Paul Glavin</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke with Paul Glavin, contributor to 1Hive and founder of Gardens v2, a platform for communities to manage assets democratically using conviction voting. 1Hive was one of the first projects in the crypto space to explore alternative governance mechanisms on Gnosis Chain which is the chain where we've build Breadchain Cooperative. We discussed what conviction voting is, how to better fund public goods in crypto with it and the learnings so far. I also wrote about conviction voting and 1Hiv...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke with Paul Glavin, contributor to <a href='https://1hive.org/'>1Hive</a> and founder of <a href='https://app.gardens.fund/gardens'>Gardens v2</a>, a platform for communities to manage assets democratically using <a href='https://docs.gardens.fund/conviction-voting/conviction-101'>conviction voting</a>. 1Hive was one of the first projects in the crypto space to explore alternative governance mechanisms on Gnosis Chain which is the chain where we&apos;ve build <a href='https://breadchain.xyz/'>Breadchain Cooperative</a>.</p><p>We discussed what conviction voting is, how to better fund public goods in crypto with it and the learnings so far. I also wrote about conviction voting and 1Hive in my book <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>Blockchain Radicals</a> if you want to learn more about innovative voting mechanisms in crypto.</p><p>Breadchain also has two ongoing conviction voting proposals in the 1Hive Gardens to increase BREAD adoption. If you have HNY we hope you&apos;ll consider delegating to our proposals! You can get HNY on any <a href='https://app.debridge.finance/?outputChain=100&amp;outputCurrency=0x71850b7e9ee3f13ab46d67167341e4bdc905eef9'>DEX with Gnosis Chain</a>.</p><p><a href='https://app.gardens.fund/gardens/100/0x71850b7e9ee3f13ab46d67167341e4bdc905eef9/0xe2396fe2169ca026962971d3b2e373ba925b6257/27/0x9fb2f1813228a97f559e29a6492ee27357faf8a2-4'>BREAD x HNY Liquidity Pool </a></p><p><a href='https://app.gardens.fund/gardens/100/0x71850b7e9ee3f13ab46d67167341e4bdc905eef9/0xe2396fe2169ca026962971d3b2e373ba925b6257/14/0xba5c9429472e9e0aa1d4f0276c7fb45374e2af6c-10'>Add BREAD to 1Hive Treasury</a></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke with Paul Glavin, contributor to <a href='https://1hive.org/'>1Hive</a> and founder of <a href='https://app.gardens.fund/gardens'>Gardens v2</a>, a platform for communities to manage assets democratically using <a href='https://docs.gardens.fund/conviction-voting/conviction-101'>conviction voting</a>. 1Hive was one of the first projects in the crypto space to explore alternative governance mechanisms on Gnosis Chain which is the chain where we&apos;ve build <a href='https://breadchain.xyz/'>Breadchain Cooperative</a>.</p><p>We discussed what conviction voting is, how to better fund public goods in crypto with it and the learnings so far. I also wrote about conviction voting and 1Hive in my book <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>Blockchain Radicals</a> if you want to learn more about innovative voting mechanisms in crypto.</p><p>Breadchain also has two ongoing conviction voting proposals in the 1Hive Gardens to increase BREAD adoption. If you have HNY we hope you&apos;ll consider delegating to our proposals! You can get HNY on any <a href='https://app.debridge.finance/?outputChain=100&amp;outputCurrency=0x71850b7e9ee3f13ab46d67167341e4bdc905eef9'>DEX with Gnosis Chain</a>.</p><p><a href='https://app.gardens.fund/gardens/100/0x71850b7e9ee3f13ab46d67167341e4bdc905eef9/0xe2396fe2169ca026962971d3b2e373ba925b6257/27/0x9fb2f1813228a97f559e29a6492ee27357faf8a2-4'>BREAD x HNY Liquidity Pool </a></p><p><a href='https://app.gardens.fund/gardens/100/0x71850b7e9ee3f13ab46d67167341e4bdc905eef9/0xe2396fe2169ca026962971d3b2e373ba925b6257/14/0xba5c9429472e9e0aa1d4f0276c7fb45374e2af6c-10'>Add BREAD to 1Hive Treasury</a></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>How to Build Community in Crypto with Beth McCarthy</itunes:title>
    <title>How to Build Community in Crypto with Beth McCarthy</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[While at Devcon 2024 I spoke to Beth McCarthy, program director of Funding the Commons which I also spoke at in Bangkok about our progress on building on-chain post-capitalism with Breadchain Cooperative. Beth is also my co-author for the Katabasis crypto science fiction series and we spoke together at Devcon about the meme power of capital and why it's bad. We discussed Beth's suggestions for building community when things are so online, the importance of in-person events, and her experience...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>While at Devcon 2024 I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/ontologymachine'>Beth McCarthy</a>, program director of <a href='https://www.fundingthecommons.io/'>Funding the Commons</a> which<a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1oiG2gnAjQ'> I also spoke at</a> in Bangkok about our progress on building on-chain post-capitalism with Breadchain Cooperative. Beth is also my co-author for the <a href='https://paragraph.xyz/@katabasis'>Katabasis crypto science fiction series</a> and <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BfnDgX9uy5E'>we spoke together at Devcon</a> about the meme power of capital and why it&apos;s bad.</p><p>We discussed Beth&apos;s suggestions for building community when things are so online, the importance of in-person events, and her experience of being up close and personal with many of the previous phases of crypto.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>While at Devcon 2024 I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/ontologymachine'>Beth McCarthy</a>, program director of <a href='https://www.fundingthecommons.io/'>Funding the Commons</a> which<a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1oiG2gnAjQ'> I also spoke at</a> in Bangkok about our progress on building on-chain post-capitalism with Breadchain Cooperative. Beth is also my co-author for the <a href='https://paragraph.xyz/@katabasis'>Katabasis crypto science fiction series</a> and <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BfnDgX9uy5E'>we spoke together at Devcon</a> about the meme power of capital and why it&apos;s bad.</p><p>We discussed Beth&apos;s suggestions for building community when things are so online, the importance of in-person events, and her experience of being up close and personal with many of the previous phases of crypto.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 18:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>All my friends hate Google Docs with Andreas Tsamados</itunes:title>
    <title>All my friends hate Google Docs with Andreas Tsamados</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[While at Devcon 2024 I spoke to Andreas Tsamados, cofounder of Fileverse and anime gif connoisseur. I highly recommend trying out ddocs.new as a decentralized alternative to google docs. We spoke about the issue of radical communities using google docs, the importance of decentralized and censorship resistance knowledge sharing systems, and how this is all possible on Fileverse. If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like t...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>While at Devcon 2024 I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/miroyato'>Andreas Tsamados</a>, cofounder of <a href='https://fileverse.io/'>Fileverse</a> and anime gif connoisseur. I highly recommend trying out <a href='https://docs.fileverse.io/document/create'>ddocs.new</a> as a decentralized alternative to google docs.</p><p>We spoke about the issue of radical communities using google docs, the importance of decentralized and censorship resistance knowledge sharing systems, and how this is all possible on Fileverse.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>While at Devcon 2024 I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/miroyato'>Andreas Tsamados</a>, cofounder of <a href='https://fileverse.io/'>Fileverse</a> and anime gif connoisseur. I highly recommend trying out <a href='https://docs.fileverse.io/document/create'>ddocs.new</a> as a decentralized alternative to google docs.</p><p>We spoke about the issue of radical communities using google docs, the importance of decentralized and censorship resistance knowledge sharing systems, and how this is all possible on Fileverse.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Mon, 17 Feb 2025 18:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Alternatives to VC, Digital Governance and Public AI with Josh Tan</itunes:title>
    <title>Alternatives to VC, Digital Governance and Public AI with Josh Tan</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[While at Devcon 2024 I spoke to Josh Tan, the founder of Metagov, a laboratory for digital governance and lead of DAOstar, a DAO standards body (that I have also been doing some work with as well). We spoke about making democracy just as available as autocracy in digital systems, making alternatives to venture capital, and AI as collective intelligence. We also spoke a bit about the DAOIP-5 web3 grants metadata standard that I've been helping DAOstar with. If you want to listen to my review o...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>While at Devcon 2024 I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/joshuaztan'>Josh Tan</a>, the founder of <a href='https://metagov.org/'>Metagov</a>, a laboratory for digital governance and lead of <a href='https://daostar.org/'>DAOstar</a>, a DAO standards body (that I have also been doing some work with as well).</p><p>We spoke about making democracy just as available as autocracy in digital systems, making alternatives to venture capital, and AI as collective intelligence. We also spoke a bit about the <a href='https://daostar.substack.com/p/daoip-5-making-web3-grant-programs'>DAOIP-5 web3 grants metadata standard</a> that I&apos;ve been helping DAOstar with.</p><p>If you want to listen to my review of Devcon 2024, check it out <a href='https://youtu.be/X8lcXszwIAQ'>here</a>.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>While at Devcon 2024 I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/joshuaztan'>Josh Tan</a>, the founder of <a href='https://metagov.org/'>Metagov</a>, a laboratory for digital governance and lead of <a href='https://daostar.org/'>DAOstar</a>, a DAO standards body (that I have also been doing some work with as well).</p><p>We spoke about making democracy just as available as autocracy in digital systems, making alternatives to venture capital, and AI as collective intelligence. We also spoke a bit about the <a href='https://daostar.substack.com/p/daoip-5-making-web3-grant-programs'>DAOIP-5 web3 grants metadata standard</a> that I&apos;ve been helping DAOstar with.</p><p>If you want to listen to my review of Devcon 2024, check it out <a href='https://youtu.be/X8lcXszwIAQ'>here</a>.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 09 Feb 2025 16:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>How to Die a Good Death with Sarah Friend</itunes:title>
    <title>How to Die a Good Death with Sarah Friend</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[While at Devcon 2024 I spoke to Sarah Friend,an artist and software developer from Canada and based in Berlin. In 2023, she was a research fellow at Summer of Protocols, led by Venkatesh Rao and the Ethereum Foundation, studying the death of protocols and published a paper on "Good Death". We discussed her findings in her research on how and when protocols are considered dead, how different human cultures view death and the silliness behind the longevity movement. If you want to listen to my ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>While at Devcon 2024 I spoke to <a href='https://isthisa.com/'>Sarah Friend</a>,an artist and software developer from Canada and based in Berlin. In 2023, she was a research fellow at Summer of Protocols, led by Venkatesh Rao and the Ethereum Foundation, studying the death of protocols and published a paper on &quot;<a href='https://summerofprotocols.com/good-death-web'>Good Death</a>&quot;.</p><p>We discussed her findings in her research on how and when protocols are considered dead, how different human cultures view death and the silliness behind the longevity movement.</p><p>If you want to listen to my review of Devcon 2024, check it out <a href='https://youtu.be/X8lcXszwIAQ'>here</a>.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>While at Devcon 2024 I spoke to <a href='https://isthisa.com/'>Sarah Friend</a>,an artist and software developer from Canada and based in Berlin. In 2023, she was a research fellow at Summer of Protocols, led by Venkatesh Rao and the Ethereum Foundation, studying the death of protocols and published a paper on &quot;<a href='https://summerofprotocols.com/good-death-web'>Good Death</a>&quot;.</p><p>We discussed her findings in her research on how and when protocols are considered dead, how different human cultures view death and the silliness behind the longevity movement.</p><p>If you want to listen to my review of Devcon 2024, check it out <a href='https://youtu.be/X8lcXszwIAQ'>here</a>.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>How to do resilient Global Collaboration on decentralized protocols with Jake Hartnell</itunes:title>
    <title>How to do resilient Global Collaboration on decentralized protocols with Jake Hartnell</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In Thailand at Funding the Commons I spoke to Jake Hartnell, co-founder of Layer, a modular tech stack to build decentralized protocols using Eigen Layer's shared security. Jake is also a contributor to Juno and DAO DAO in the Cosmos ecosystem.  During the discussion we simplify how Eigen Layer works, what new affordances it brings, and what it means for collaborating across state lines. What is something that is normally being associated with hyper-financialization of computation can also be...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In Thailand at Funding the Commons I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/jakehartnell'>Jake Hartnell</a>, co-founder of <a href='https://www.layer.xyz/'>Layer</a>, a modular tech stack to build decentralized protocols using Eigen Layer&apos;s shared security. Jake is also a contributor to Juno and DAO DAO in the Cosmos ecosystem.<br/><br/>During the discussion we simplify how Eigen Layer works, what new affordances it brings, and what it means for collaborating across state lines. What is something that is normally being associated with hyper-financialization of computation can also be used to build the international commons.</p><p>If you want to listen to my review of Devcon 2024, check it out <a href='https://youtu.be/X8lcXszwIAQ'>here</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In Thailand at Funding the Commons I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/jakehartnell'>Jake Hartnell</a>, co-founder of <a href='https://www.layer.xyz/'>Layer</a>, a modular tech stack to build decentralized protocols using Eigen Layer&apos;s shared security. Jake is also a contributor to Juno and DAO DAO in the Cosmos ecosystem.<br/><br/>During the discussion we simplify how Eigen Layer works, what new affordances it brings, and what it means for collaborating across state lines. What is something that is normally being associated with hyper-financialization of computation can also be used to build the international commons.</p><p>If you want to listen to my review of Devcon 2024, check it out <a href='https://youtu.be/X8lcXszwIAQ'>here</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>MEV is a time traveling god and we must nationalize the designers with Anuj Das Gupta</itunes:title>
    <title>MEV is a time traveling god and we must nationalize the designers with Anuj Das Gupta</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[While at Devcon I spoke to Anuj Das Gupta, co-founder of Smart Transactions with Vlad Zamfir. Smart Transactions offers advanced blockchain solutions with context-aware, decentralized, and customizable transaction capabilities.  We spoke about how MEV (maximum extractable value) gives someone the ability to control time for a split second, how the control of time has influenced the transition to capitalism and why we must nationalize designers. We also talk about communism and why it's free t...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>While at Devcon I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/anujdasgupta'>Anuj Das Gupta</a>, co-founder of <a href='https://stxn.io/'>Smart Transactions</a> with Vlad Zamfir. Smart Transactions offers advanced blockchain solutions with context-aware, decentralized, and customizable transaction capabilities.<br/><br/>We spoke about how MEV (maximum extractable value) gives someone the ability to control time for a split second, how the control of time has influenced the transition to capitalism and why we must nationalize designers. We also talk about communism and why it&apos;s free time, or real freedom.</p><p>If you want to listen to my review of Devcon 2024, check it out <a href='https://youtu.be/X8lcXszwIAQ'>here</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>While at Devcon I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/anujdasgupta'>Anuj Das Gupta</a>, co-founder of <a href='https://stxn.io/'>Smart Transactions</a> with Vlad Zamfir. Smart Transactions offers advanced blockchain solutions with context-aware, decentralized, and customizable transaction capabilities.<br/><br/>We spoke about how MEV (maximum extractable value) gives someone the ability to control time for a split second, how the control of time has influenced the transition to capitalism and why we must nationalize designers. We also talk about communism and why it&apos;s free time, or real freedom.</p><p>If you want to listen to my review of Devcon 2024, check it out <a href='https://youtu.be/X8lcXszwIAQ'>here</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>How to play the legal system for post-capitalism with Florian Gatz</itunes:title>
    <title>How to play the legal system for post-capitalism with Florian Gatz</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In Thailand I spoke to Florian Glatz, probably the first crypto focused lawyer in Europe and possible the world and co-founder of Common Ground, an on-chain social network. Florian also helped author some part of the MiCA legislation in the EU which lays out the legal framework for cryptocurrences.  We spoke about his experiences in the early days of the ICO boom, the unpreparedness of the legal system for crypto, and how Common Ground is leading the way for fairer ways to do ICOs. You can al...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In Thailand I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/heckerhut'>Florian Glatz</a>, probably the first crypto focused lawyer in Europe and possible the world and co-founder of <a href='https://app.cg/'>Common Ground</a>, an on-chain social network. Florian also helped author some part of the MiCA legislation in the EU which lays out the legal framework for cryptocurrences.<br/><br/>We spoke about his experiences in the early days of the ICO boom, the unpreparedness of the legal system for crypto, and how Common Ground is leading the way for fairer ways to do ICOs. You can also join the Breadchain community on Common Ground <a href='https://app.cg/c/breadchain/'>here</a>. Those who signed up with 100 BREAD in their wallet qualified for an airdrop of their token.</p><p>If you want to listen to my review of Devcon 2024, check it out <a href='https://youtu.be/X8lcXszwIAQ'>here</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In Thailand I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/heckerhut'>Florian Glatz</a>, probably the first crypto focused lawyer in Europe and possible the world and co-founder of <a href='https://app.cg/'>Common Ground</a>, an on-chain social network. Florian also helped author some part of the MiCA legislation in the EU which lays out the legal framework for cryptocurrences.<br/><br/>We spoke about his experiences in the early days of the ICO boom, the unpreparedness of the legal system for crypto, and how Common Ground is leading the way for fairer ways to do ICOs. You can also join the Breadchain community on Common Ground <a href='https://app.cg/c/breadchain/'>here</a>. Those who signed up with 100 BREAD in their wallet qualified for an airdrop of their token.</p><p>If you want to listen to my review of Devcon 2024, check it out <a href='https://youtu.be/X8lcXszwIAQ'>here</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 11:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Crimson Echo: On-chain art to support those in Gaza</itunes:title>
    <title>Crimson Echo: On-chain art to support those in Gaza</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[To finish off the year I spoke again with Chainleft, a pioneer in the on-chain art world and my online dopple ganger. We spoke about his newly released piece Crimson Echo (codename: Blood Journey) which is "A generative film, built by Ethereum Virtual Machine, compressed and stored fully on Ethereum, exploring how stories emerge through permanent acts of individual and collective conscience."  Be sure to be a part of the on-chain history being made to show that you did not support the ongoing...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>To finish off the year I spoke again with <a href='https://www.chainleft.art/'>Chainleft</a>, a pioneer in the on-chain art world and my online dopple ganger. We spoke about his newly released piece <a href='https://crimsonecho.chainleft.art/'>Crimson Echo</a> (codename: Blood Journey) which is &quot;A generative film, built by Ethereum Virtual Machine, compressed and stored fully on Ethereum, exploring how stories emerge through permanent acts of individual and collective conscience.&quot;<br/><br/>Be sure to be a part of the on-chain history being made to show that you did not support the ongoing genocide in Gaza. By taking part in the mint, you are supported <a href='https://ethevacuations.xyz/'>ETH Evacuations</a> and the <a href='https://www.pcrf.net/'>Palestinian Children&apos;s Relief Fund</a>. <br/><br/>Google Aaron Bushnell.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>To finish off the year I spoke again with <a href='https://www.chainleft.art/'>Chainleft</a>, a pioneer in the on-chain art world and my online dopple ganger. We spoke about his newly released piece <a href='https://crimsonecho.chainleft.art/'>Crimson Echo</a> (codename: Blood Journey) which is &quot;A generative film, built by Ethereum Virtual Machine, compressed and stored fully on Ethereum, exploring how stories emerge through permanent acts of individual and collective conscience.&quot;<br/><br/>Be sure to be a part of the on-chain history being made to show that you did not support the ongoing genocide in Gaza. By taking part in the mint, you are supported <a href='https://ethevacuations.xyz/'>ETH Evacuations</a> and the <a href='https://www.pcrf.net/'>Palestinian Children&apos;s Relief Fund</a>. <br/><br/>Google Aaron Bushnell.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>How to live as a Post-Capitalist with Tony Lai</itunes:title>
    <title>How to live as a Post-Capitalist with Tony Lai</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[While in Thailand during the Funding the Commons design jam, I spoke to Tony Lai a co-steward of Mothertree Labs with Susanne Aichele who I spoke to in the last episode and Founder of the Blockchain Group at CodeX Stanford and an Edmund Hillary Fellow.   We spoke about Tony's interest in how to embody being a post-capitalist, Buddhist vs. Christian imagery, as well as his recent trip to Bhutan where he and others advised on a new ecological special economic zone initiative funded by the bitco...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>While in Thailand during the <a href='https://www.fundingthecommons.io/'>Funding the Commons</a> design jam, I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/lai'>Tony Lai</a> a co-steward of <a href='https://www.mothertreelabs.com/'>Mothertree Labs</a> with <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/imagining-post-capitalism-through-world-building/'>Susanne Aichele</a> who I spoke to in the last episode and Founder of the Blockchain Group at CodeX Stanford and an Edmund Hillary Fellow. <br/><br/>We spoke about Tony&apos;s interest in how to embody being a post-capitalist, Buddhist vs. Christian imagery, as well as his recent trip to Bhutan where he and others advised on a new ecological special economic zone initiative funded by the <a href='https://finance.yahoo.com/news/bhutan-cashes-33-5b-bitcoin-081756733.html'>bitcoin they&apos;ve been accumulating</a>. And no it has nothing to do with network states thankfully.</p><p>If you want to listen to my review of Devcon 2024, check it out <a href='https://youtu.be/X8lcXszwIAQ'>here</a>. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>While in Thailand during the <a href='https://www.fundingthecommons.io/'>Funding the Commons</a> design jam, I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/lai'>Tony Lai</a> a co-steward of <a href='https://www.mothertreelabs.com/'>Mothertree Labs</a> with <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/imagining-post-capitalism-through-world-building/'>Susanne Aichele</a> who I spoke to in the last episode and Founder of the Blockchain Group at CodeX Stanford and an Edmund Hillary Fellow. <br/><br/>We spoke about Tony&apos;s interest in how to embody being a post-capitalist, Buddhist vs. Christian imagery, as well as his recent trip to Bhutan where he and others advised on a new ecological special economic zone initiative funded by the <a href='https://finance.yahoo.com/news/bhutan-cashes-33-5b-bitcoin-081756733.html'>bitcoin they&apos;ve been accumulating</a>. And no it has nothing to do with network states thankfully.</p><p>If you want to listen to my review of Devcon 2024, check it out <a href='https://youtu.be/X8lcXszwIAQ'>here</a>. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Imagining Post-Capitalism through World Building with Susanne Aichele</itunes:title>
    <title>Imagining Post-Capitalism through World Building with Susanne Aichele</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[While in Thailand during the Funding the Commons design jam, I spoke to Susanne Aichele from Mothertree Labs. Susanne is a filmmaker, researcher, and communication practitioner focused on the intersection of ecology, community, and identity, leveraging experience with BBC, National Geographic, the UN, and WHO to create projects that foster interconnected ecologies and non-extractive practices.  We spoke about Susanne's previous documentary The Ways of the DAOs (2022), how to approach narrativ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>While in Thailand during the <a href='https://www.fundingthecommons.io/'>Funding the Commons</a> design jam, I spoke to Susanne Aichele from <a href='https://www.mothertreelabs.com/'>Mothertree Labs</a>. Susanne is a filmmaker, researcher, and communication practitioner focused on the intersection of ecology, community, and identity, leveraging experience with BBC, National Geographic, the UN, and WHO to create projects that foster interconnected ecologies and non-extractive practices.<br/><br/>We spoke about Susanne&apos;s previous documentary <a href='https://www.mothertreelabs.com/?pgid=le3lzbk0-7fad00be-e7a8-4ff5-8ba8-d22df4338a4c'>The Ways of the DAOs</a> (2022), how to approach narratives from a post-capitalist lens and whether Breadchain is doing a good job at this!</p><p>If you want to listen to my review of Devcon 2024, check it out <a href='https://youtu.be/X8lcXszwIAQ'>here</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>While in Thailand during the <a href='https://www.fundingthecommons.io/'>Funding the Commons</a> design jam, I spoke to Susanne Aichele from <a href='https://www.mothertreelabs.com/'>Mothertree Labs</a>. Susanne is a filmmaker, researcher, and communication practitioner focused on the intersection of ecology, community, and identity, leveraging experience with BBC, National Geographic, the UN, and WHO to create projects that foster interconnected ecologies and non-extractive practices.<br/><br/>We spoke about Susanne&apos;s previous documentary <a href='https://www.mothertreelabs.com/?pgid=le3lzbk0-7fad00be-e7a8-4ff5-8ba8-d22df4338a4c'>The Ways of the DAOs</a> (2022), how to approach narratives from a post-capitalist lens and whether Breadchain is doing a good job at this!</p><p>If you want to listen to my review of Devcon 2024, check it out <a href='https://youtu.be/X8lcXszwIAQ'>here</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Is crypto a scam or FINDOM fetish?</itunes:title>
    <title>Is crypto a scam or FINDOM fetish?</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[There seems to be an ever increasingly thin line between crypto, scams, and financial domination. I spoke Steve Pikelny, CEO, CTO, CFO, COO of http://FastCashMoneyPlus.biz and Jesus pamphlet collector aka steviep about his newest art project FinSexy to explore the uncomfortable intersection between findom and crypto.   If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my Patreon starting at jus...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>There seems to be an ever increasingly thin line between crypto, scams, and financial domination. I spoke Steve Pikelny, CEO, CTO, CFO, COO of <a href='https://t.co/RnNRIhFQDW'>http://FastCashMoneyPlus.biz</a> and Jesus pamphlet collector aka steviep about his newest art project <a href='https://finsexy.com/'>FinSexy</a> to explore the uncomfortable intersection between findom and crypto. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There seems to be an ever increasingly thin line between crypto, scams, and financial domination. I spoke Steve Pikelny, CEO, CTO, CFO, COO of <a href='https://t.co/RnNRIhFQDW'>http://FastCashMoneyPlus.biz</a> and Jesus pamphlet collector aka steviep about his newest art project <a href='https://finsexy.com/'>FinSexy</a> to explore the uncomfortable intersection between findom and crypto. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Who Controls the Killswitch?</itunes:title>
    <title>Who Controls the Killswitch?</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke to Eric Alston again! Eric is a professor at University of Colorado and recently completed a fellowship with the Summer of Protocols studying the governance of killswitches. His report is titled "Killswitch Protocols: Or On Engineering Recursive System Death" and co-authored with Seth Killian and Garrette David.  During the interview we discussed the history of killswitches, the many ways they can be governed and the implications of the governance system they lie in like in blockchain...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/IncompleteRules'>Eric Alston</a> <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/otns-maximum-freedom-in-complex-social-organizations/'>again</a>! Eric is a professor at University of Colorado and recently completed a fellowship with the Summer of Protocols studying the governance of killswitches. His report is titled &quot;<a href='https://bit.ly/Killswitches'>Killswitch Protocols: Or On Engineering Recursive System Death</a>&quot; and co-authored with Seth Killian and Garrette David.<br/><br/>During the interview we discussed the history of killswitches, the many ways they can be governed and the implications of the governance system they lie in like in blockchain governance. But killswitches are not just about complex technical systems but also social ones, and so we also take a look at killswitches in complex social systems like labor strikes as an example and how they are governed. <br/><br/>You can also find the interview in video form on YouTube <a href='https://youtu.be/AMy0RdZkkZo'>here</a>.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/IncompleteRules'>Eric Alston</a> <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/otns-maximum-freedom-in-complex-social-organizations/'>again</a>! Eric is a professor at University of Colorado and recently completed a fellowship with the Summer of Protocols studying the governance of killswitches. His report is titled &quot;<a href='https://bit.ly/Killswitches'>Killswitch Protocols: Or On Engineering Recursive System Death</a>&quot; and co-authored with Seth Killian and Garrette David.<br/><br/>During the interview we discussed the history of killswitches, the many ways they can be governed and the implications of the governance system they lie in like in blockchain governance. But killswitches are not just about complex technical systems but also social ones, and so we also take a look at killswitches in complex social systems like labor strikes as an example and how they are governed. <br/><br/>You can also find the interview in video form on YouTube <a href='https://youtu.be/AMy0RdZkkZo'>here</a>.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Tech Workers Coalition: Adapting the Labor Movement for the Digital Age</itunes:title>
    <title>Tech Workers Coalition: Adapting the Labor Movement for the Digital Age</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this episode I spoke to Simone Robutti. Simone works as an organization designer, adversarial researcher, and teacher. Formerly a software developer, he has been part of different chapters of Tech Workers Coalition since 2018.  During the interview we discussed how to start a labor union at your tech company, innovative ways to go on strike, and how tech ideology as psyoped you to thinking labor struggle can't work in tech. We also touched on how technical tools for assisting workers shou...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/SimoneRobutti'>Simone Robutti</a>. Simone works as an organization designer, adversarial researcher, and teacher. Formerly a software developer, he has been part of different chapters of <a href='https://techworkerscoalition.org/'>Tech Workers Coalition</a> since 2018.<br/><br/>During the interview we discussed how to start a labor union at your tech company, innovative ways to go on strike, and how tech ideology as psyoped you to thinking labor struggle can&apos;t work in tech. We also touched on how technical tools for assisting workers should be used and the role of tech sovereignty in these situations. <br/><br/>You can also find the interview in video form on YouTube <a href='https://youtu.be/ut1ZOBI-UzQ'>here</a>.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/SimoneRobutti'>Simone Robutti</a>. Simone works as an organization designer, adversarial researcher, and teacher. Formerly a software developer, he has been part of different chapters of <a href='https://techworkerscoalition.org/'>Tech Workers Coalition</a> since 2018.<br/><br/>During the interview we discussed how to start a labor union at your tech company, innovative ways to go on strike, and how tech ideology as psyoped you to thinking labor struggle can&apos;t work in tech. We also touched on how technical tools for assisting workers should be used and the role of tech sovereignty in these situations. <br/><br/>You can also find the interview in video form on YouTube <a href='https://youtu.be/ut1ZOBI-UzQ'>here</a>.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Islamic Economics: Solving Wealth Inequality by Mixing Libertarianism with... SOCIALISM??</itunes:title>
    <title>Islamic Economics: Solving Wealth Inequality by Mixing Libertarianism with... SOCIALISM??</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this episode I spoke to Ahmed Gatnash, the Executive director of Kawaakibi Foundation. He is also a Strategy Advisor at the Albert Einstein Institution, and is the co-author of Middle East Crisis Factory, a primer on systemic crises and a vision for a positive future for the MENA region.  During the discussion we spoke about the context of the political economic situation where Islam rose, the economic policies that were put into practice during this time, and how the policies looked at t...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/gatnash'>Ahmed Gatnash</a>, the Executive director of <a href='https://kawaakibi.org/'>Kawaakibi Foundation</a>. He is also a Strategy Advisor at the Albert Einstein Institution, and is the co-author of <a href='https://www.hurstpublishers.com/book/the-middle-east-crisis-factory/'>Middle East Crisis Factory</a>, a primer on systemic crises and a vision for a positive future for the MENA region.<br/><br/>During the discussion we spoke about the context of the political economic situation where Islam rose, the economic policies that were put into practice during this time, and how the policies looked at today could be seen as a mix of libertarian and socialist. One of the most interesting institutions of this period was the <a href='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waqf'>Waqf</a>, an income producing asset that is removed from individual ownership for perpetuity so that the income is dedicated to a public good.<br/><br/>You can also find the interview in video form on YouTube <a href='https://youtu.be/WYtrNGspmr0'>here</a>.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/gatnash'>Ahmed Gatnash</a>, the Executive director of <a href='https://kawaakibi.org/'>Kawaakibi Foundation</a>. He is also a Strategy Advisor at the Albert Einstein Institution, and is the co-author of <a href='https://www.hurstpublishers.com/book/the-middle-east-crisis-factory/'>Middle East Crisis Factory</a>, a primer on systemic crises and a vision for a positive future for the MENA region.<br/><br/>During the discussion we spoke about the context of the political economic situation where Islam rose, the economic policies that were put into practice during this time, and how the policies looked at today could be seen as a mix of libertarian and socialist. One of the most interesting institutions of this period was the <a href='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waqf'>Waqf</a>, an income producing asset that is removed from individual ownership for perpetuity so that the income is dedicated to a public good.<br/><br/>You can also find the interview in video form on YouTube <a href='https://youtu.be/WYtrNGspmr0'>here</a>.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>The Future of Social Media with Suji Yan (Mask Network)</itunes:title>
    <title>The Future of Social Media with Suji Yan (Mask Network)</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this episode I spoke to Suji Yan, CEO and founder of Mask Network. Mask's main product is an open-sourced browser extension that wraps around several web2 and web3 social media networks. Rather than starting a new social media platform, the extension brings the benefits of both kinds of social media.  During the discussion we spoke about Suji's journey from journalist to founder, non-financial uses of crypto, and how Mask is allocating capital to support a decentralized web.  You can also...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/suji_yan'>Suji Yan</a>, CEO and founder of <a href='https://mask.io/'><span style='background-color: highlight;'>Mask Network</span></a>. Mask&apos;s main product is an open-sourced browser extension that wraps around several web2 and web3 social media networks. Rather than starting a new social media platform, the extension brings the benefits of both kinds of social media.<br/><br/>During the discussion we spoke about Suji&apos;s journey from journalist to founder, non-financial uses of crypto, and how Mask is allocating capital to support a decentralized web.<br/><br/>You can also find the interview in video form on YouTube <a href='https://youtu.be/3uLBr66gsnk'>here</a>.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/suji_yan'>Suji Yan</a>, CEO and founder of <a href='https://mask.io/'><span style='background-color: highlight;'>Mask Network</span></a>. Mask&apos;s main product is an open-sourced browser extension that wraps around several web2 and web3 social media networks. Rather than starting a new social media platform, the extension brings the benefits of both kinds of social media.<br/><br/>During the discussion we spoke about Suji&apos;s journey from journalist to founder, non-financial uses of crypto, and how Mask is allocating capital to support a decentralized web.<br/><br/>You can also find the interview in video form on YouTube <a href='https://youtu.be/3uLBr66gsnk'>here</a>.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Mon, 19 Aug 2024 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>EthicHub: La lucha por un café Ético / The struggle for Ethical Coffee (CER)</itunes:title>
    <title>EthicHub: La lucha por un café Ético / The struggle for Ethical Coffee (CER)</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Note that this interview was done in Spanish, you can find the youtube video with english subtitles if you need here.  This episode is part of a subseries where I've partnered with my comrade Giulio Quarta from the Crypto Commons Association and their initiative called the Commons Economy Roadmap (CER) where we will be interviewing some of the projects listed as part of the CER. In this interview we spoke to Neri Ortiz and Lucía Ruiz who both live in Mexico. Neri is a coffee farmer and Lucia ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><em>Note that this interview was done in Spanish, you can find the youtube video with english subtitles if you need here.</em><br/><br/>This episode is part of a subseries where I&apos;ve partnered with my comrade <a href='https://x.com/GiulioQuarta_'>Giulio Quarta</a> from the <a href='https://crypto-commons.org/'>Crypto Commons Association</a> and their initiative called the <a href='https://www.commonseconomy.org/'>Commons Economy Roadmap</a> (CER) where we will be interviewing some of the projects listed as part of the CER. In this interview we spoke to Neri Ortiz and Lucía Ruiz who both live in Mexico. Neri is a coffee farmer and Lucia works at the financial cooperative that services his community. They’ve both been working together with <a href='https://www.ethichub.com/en'>EthicHub</a>, a project that has been providing loans to coffee farmers in Latin America at much better rates than you would otherwise get locally thanks to crypto.<br/><br/>During the discussion we talk about the economic situation of coffee farmers in Mexico and the exploitative loan agreements they are often forced into, how EthicHub has helped their situation, and what they&apos;ve learned so far.</p><p>You can find a transcription of the interview on the CER website <a href='https://www.notion.so/commonseconomy/EthicHub-The-Struggle-for-Ethical-Coffee-La-Lucha-por-un-Caf-tico-6bfde91523ae4c55ab943fd6c756fbd6'>here</a>.<br/><br/><em>The CER is a knowledge base and promotion protocol to highlight and empower what we consider to be among the most relevant 20 projects in the current economic juncture: companies and ecosystems that are building open infrastructures to regenerate society, to support the struggle of citizens, farmers, activists, scientists, tech experts and entrepreneurs on the ground at the dawn of global collapse.<br/><br/></em>The Crypto Commons Association is also a project within <a href='https://breadchain.xyz/'>Breadchain</a>, an organization I co-founded for building blockchain apps from a left-wing political POV.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>Note that this interview was done in Spanish, you can find the youtube video with english subtitles if you need here.</em><br/><br/>This episode is part of a subseries where I&apos;ve partnered with my comrade <a href='https://x.com/GiulioQuarta_'>Giulio Quarta</a> from the <a href='https://crypto-commons.org/'>Crypto Commons Association</a> and their initiative called the <a href='https://www.commonseconomy.org/'>Commons Economy Roadmap</a> (CER) where we will be interviewing some of the projects listed as part of the CER. In this interview we spoke to Neri Ortiz and Lucía Ruiz who both live in Mexico. Neri is a coffee farmer and Lucia works at the financial cooperative that services his community. They’ve both been working together with <a href='https://www.ethichub.com/en'>EthicHub</a>, a project that has been providing loans to coffee farmers in Latin America at much better rates than you would otherwise get locally thanks to crypto.<br/><br/>During the discussion we talk about the economic situation of coffee farmers in Mexico and the exploitative loan agreements they are often forced into, how EthicHub has helped their situation, and what they&apos;ve learned so far.</p><p>You can find a transcription of the interview on the CER website <a href='https://www.notion.so/commonseconomy/EthicHub-The-Struggle-for-Ethical-Coffee-La-Lucha-por-un-Caf-tico-6bfde91523ae4c55ab943fd6c756fbd6'>here</a>.<br/><br/><em>The CER is a knowledge base and promotion protocol to highlight and empower what we consider to be among the most relevant 20 projects in the current economic juncture: companies and ecosystems that are building open infrastructures to regenerate society, to support the struggle of citizens, farmers, activists, scientists, tech experts and entrepreneurs on the ground at the dawn of global collapse.<br/><br/></em>The Crypto Commons Association is also a project within <a href='https://breadchain.xyz/'>Breadchain</a>, an organization I co-founded for building blockchain apps from a left-wing political POV.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>It doesn&#39;t matter if the AI is fake, it&#39;s all magic anyways</itunes:title>
    <title>It doesn&#39;t matter if the AI is fake, it&#39;s all magic anyways</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this episode I spoke to Nick Susi, Executive Director of Strategy at dotdotdash who recently wrote a really interesting article on his Substack titled magic, online!. The article goes into the history of magical thinking that accompanied many of the past's technological achievements like phones that let you talk to the dead or fairies that appeared in some of the first photographs and how today we again see magical thinking accompany AI's proliferation.  During the interview we talk about...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/nicksusi'>Nick Susi</a>, Executive Director of Strategy at <a href='https://x.com/lovedotdotdash'>dotdotdash</a> who recently wrote a really interesting article on his Substack titled <a href='https://nicksusi.substack.com/p/magic-online'>magic, online!</a>. The article goes into the history of magical thinking that accompanied many of the past&apos;s technological achievements like phones that let you talk to the dead or fairies that appeared in some of the first photographs and how today we again see magical thinking accompany AI&apos;s proliferation.<br/><br/>During the interview we talk about how magical thinking acts as a coping mechanism for uncertain times, AI doomers vs hypemen, and why content creators are illusionists.<br/><br/>You can also find the interview in video form on YouTube <a href='https://youtu.be/JiD-3mJdPa4'>here</a>.</p><p><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/nicksusi'>Nick Susi</a>, Executive Director of Strategy at <a href='https://x.com/lovedotdotdash'>dotdotdash</a> who recently wrote a really interesting article on his Substack titled <a href='https://nicksusi.substack.com/p/magic-online'>magic, online!</a>. The article goes into the history of magical thinking that accompanied many of the past&apos;s technological achievements like phones that let you talk to the dead or fairies that appeared in some of the first photographs and how today we again see magical thinking accompany AI&apos;s proliferation.<br/><br/>During the interview we talk about how magical thinking acts as a coping mechanism for uncertain times, AI doomers vs hypemen, and why content creators are illusionists.<br/><br/>You can also find the interview in video form on YouTube <a href='https://youtu.be/JiD-3mJdPa4'>here</a>.</p><p><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Sovereign Nature Initiative : How to ReFi without carbon credits with Andrea Leiter (CER)</itunes:title>
    <title>Sovereign Nature Initiative : How to ReFi without carbon credits with Andrea Leiter (CER)</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode is part of a subseries where I've partnered with my comrade Giulio Quarta from the Crypto Commons Association and their initiative called the Commons Economy Roadmap (CER) where we will be interviewing some of the projects listed as part of the CER. In this interview we spoke to Andrea Leiter, co-founder of Sovereign Nature Initiative (SNI). SNI uses blockchain to turn real-world ecological data into dynamic digital assets, such as NFTs, that fund conservation efforts directly th...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode is part of a subseries where I&apos;ve partnered with my comrade <a href='https://x.com/GiulioQuarta_'>Giulio Quarta</a> from the <a href='https://crypto-commons.org/'>Crypto Commons Association</a> and their initiative called the <a href='https://www.commonseconomy.org/'>Commons Economy Roadmap</a> (CER) where we will be interviewing some of the projects listed as part of the CER. In this interview we spoke to Andrea Leiter, co-founder of <a href='https://sovereignnature.com/'>Sovereign Nature Initiative</a> (SNI). SNI uses blockchain to turn real-world ecological data into dynamic digital assets, such as NFTs, that fund conservation efforts directly through their <a href='https://sovereignnature.com/features/deep-whitepaper'>Decentralised Ecological Economics Protocol</a> (DEEP). This approach aims to break free from the donation model and carbon credits, offering a fresh way to support environmental stewardship. <br/><br/>During the interview we discuss how DEEP works, how this transcends the pitfalls of the carbon credit market common in ReFi, and the socio-economic implications of it. The conversation also tackles the ethical challenges of integrating financial systems with ecological goals, underscoring the potential of blockchain to drive meaningful, sustainable change in the fight to preserve our planet.<br/><br/>You can find a transcription of the interview on the CER website <a href='https://commonseconomy.notion.site/SNI-How-to-ReFi-without-Carbon-Credits-with-Andrea-Leiter-b9d75c7d5fd2460d8a821080fe93cba6'>here</a>.<br/><br/><em>The CER is a knowledge base and promotion protocol to highlight and empower what we consider to be among the most relevant 20 projects in the current economic juncture: companies and ecosystems that are building open infrastructures to regenerate society, to support the struggle of citizens, farmers, activists, scientists, tech experts and entrepreneurs on the ground at the dawn of global collapse.<br/><br/></em>The Crypto Commons Association is also a project within <a href='https://breadchain.xyz/'>Breadchain</a>, an organization I co-founded for building blockchain apps from a left-wing political POV.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode is part of a subseries where I&apos;ve partnered with my comrade <a href='https://x.com/GiulioQuarta_'>Giulio Quarta</a> from the <a href='https://crypto-commons.org/'>Crypto Commons Association</a> and their initiative called the <a href='https://www.commonseconomy.org/'>Commons Economy Roadmap</a> (CER) where we will be interviewing some of the projects listed as part of the CER. In this interview we spoke to Andrea Leiter, co-founder of <a href='https://sovereignnature.com/'>Sovereign Nature Initiative</a> (SNI). SNI uses blockchain to turn real-world ecological data into dynamic digital assets, such as NFTs, that fund conservation efforts directly through their <a href='https://sovereignnature.com/features/deep-whitepaper'>Decentralised Ecological Economics Protocol</a> (DEEP). This approach aims to break free from the donation model and carbon credits, offering a fresh way to support environmental stewardship. <br/><br/>During the interview we discuss how DEEP works, how this transcends the pitfalls of the carbon credit market common in ReFi, and the socio-economic implications of it. The conversation also tackles the ethical challenges of integrating financial systems with ecological goals, underscoring the potential of blockchain to drive meaningful, sustainable change in the fight to preserve our planet.<br/><br/>You can find a transcription of the interview on the CER website <a href='https://commonseconomy.notion.site/SNI-How-to-ReFi-without-Carbon-Credits-with-Andrea-Leiter-b9d75c7d5fd2460d8a821080fe93cba6'>here</a>.<br/><br/><em>The CER is a knowledge base and promotion protocol to highlight and empower what we consider to be among the most relevant 20 projects in the current economic juncture: companies and ecosystems that are building open infrastructures to regenerate society, to support the struggle of citizens, farmers, activists, scientists, tech experts and entrepreneurs on the ground at the dawn of global collapse.<br/><br/></em>The Crypto Commons Association is also a project within <a href='https://breadchain.xyz/'>Breadchain</a>, an organization I co-founded for building blockchain apps from a left-wing political POV.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Why Socialism Needs Spirituality (Red Enlightenment)</itunes:title>
    <title>Why Socialism Needs Spirituality (Red Enlightenment)</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this episode I spoke to Graham Jones, the author of Red Enlightenment, published through Repeater Books like Blockchain Radicals. Red Enlightenment argues not only for a deepened understanding of religious matters, but calls for the secular left to develop its own spiritual perspectives. It proposes a materialist spirituality built from socialist and scientific sources, finding points of contact with the global history of philosophy and religion.  In the interview we recontextualize the c...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/onalifeglug'>Graham Jones</a>, the author of <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/red-enlightenment/'>Red Enlightenment</a>, published through Repeater Books like <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>Blockchain Radicals</a>. Red Enlightenment argues not only for a deepened understanding of religious matters, but calls for the secular left to develop its own spiritual perspectives. It proposes a materialist spirituality built from socialist and scientific sources, finding points of contact with the global history of philosophy and religion.<br/><br/>In the interview we recontextualize the common trope of socialists being anti-religion, how the tech world often overlaps with spiritual communities, and the need for an answer to people&apos;s spiritual needs.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to <a href='https://x.com/onalifeglug'>Graham Jones</a>, the author of <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/red-enlightenment/'>Red Enlightenment</a>, published through Repeater Books like <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>Blockchain Radicals</a>. Red Enlightenment argues not only for a deepened understanding of religious matters, but calls for the secular left to develop its own spiritual perspectives. It proposes a materialist spirituality built from socialist and scientific sources, finding points of contact with the global history of philosophy and religion.<br/><br/>In the interview we recontextualize the common trope of socialists being anti-religion, how the tech world often overlaps with spiritual communities, and the need for an answer to people&apos;s spiritual needs.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Compeerism: How the Commons can succeed where the Silicon Valley led digital revolution failed</itunes:title>
    <title>Compeerism: How the Commons can succeed where the Silicon Valley led digital revolution failed</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this episode I spoke to Dr. Hannes Gerhardt, a Professor of Geography at the University of West Georgia. His research spans a range of topics within political geography and geoeconomics. We spoke about his new book FROM CAPITAL TO COMMONS: Exploring the Promise of a World Beyond Capitalism. During the interview we spoke about his concept of compeerism as an alternative political economy, where distrbuted ledgers play in this, and how capitalism limits our current technological landscape.&...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to Dr. Hannes Gerhardt, a Professor of Geography at the University of West Georgia. His research spans a range of topics within political geography and geoeconomics. We spoke about his new book <a href='https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/capital-to-commons'>FROM CAPITAL TO COMMONS: Exploring the Promise of a World Beyond Capitalism</a>. During the interview we spoke about his concept of compeerism as an alternative political economy, where distrbuted ledgers play in this, and how capitalism limits our current technological landscape. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to Dr. Hannes Gerhardt, a Professor of Geography at the University of West Georgia. His research spans a range of topics within political geography and geoeconomics. We spoke about his new book <a href='https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/capital-to-commons'>FROM CAPITAL TO COMMONS: Exploring the Promise of a World Beyond Capitalism</a>. During the interview we spoke about his concept of compeerism as an alternative political economy, where distrbuted ledgers play in this, and how capitalism limits our current technological landscape. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Anoma: Undefining Money and Scaling Anarchism with Christopher Goes (CER)</itunes:title>
    <title>Anoma: Undefining Money and Scaling Anarchism with Christopher Goes (CER)</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode is the start of a subseries where I've partnered with my comrade Giulio Quarta from the Crypto Commons Association and their initiative called the Commons Economy Roadmap (CER) where we will be interviewing some of the projects listed as part of the CER. In this first interview we've spoken to Christopher Goes, co-founder of Anoma, a framework for an ecosystem of blockchain based protocols launched in 2021 that introduces an "intent-centric architecture" for decentralized systems...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode is the start of a subseries where I&apos;ve partnered with my comrade <a href='https://x.com/GiulioQuarta_'>Giulio Quarta</a> from the <a href='https://crypto-commons.org/'>Crypto Commons Association</a> and their initiative called the <a href='https://www.commonseconomy.org/'>Commons Economy Roadmap</a> (CER) where we will be interviewing some of the projects listed as part of the CER. In this first interview we&apos;ve spoken to Christopher Goes, co-founder of <a href='https://anoma.net/'>Anoma</a>, a framework for an ecosystem of blockchain based protocols launched in 2021 that introduces an &quot;intent-centric architecture&quot; for decentralized systems, defining themselves as a “<a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jN7INZC04ac'>third generation protocol</a>” and a distributed operating system.  <br/><br/>During the interview we discuss what intents actually are, the potential socio-political implications of the technology, and how Anoma intends to help us rethink money and value. We also took a bit of a dive into a paper from C4SS titled &quot;<a href='https://c4ss.org/content/52970'>The Problem of Scale in Anarchism and the case for Cybernetic Communism</a>&quot; and how Anoma and intents relate.<br/> <br/>You can find a transcription of the interview on the CER website <a href='https://commonseconomy.notion.site/Anoma-Undefining-Money-and-Scaling-Anarchism-with-Christopher-Goes-dbed88ce870544feb13131168763e6d4'>here</a>.<br/><br/><em>The CER is a knowledge base and promotion protocol to highlight and empower what we consider to be among the most relevant 20 projects in the current economic juncture: companies and ecosystems that are building open infrastructures to regenerate society, to support the struggle of citizens, farmers, activists, scientists, tech experts and entrepreneurs on the ground at the dawn of global collapse.<br/><br/></em>The Crypto Commons Association is also a project within <a href='https://breadchain.xyz/'>Breadchain</a>, an organization I co-founded for building blockchain apps from a left-wing political POV. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode is the start of a subseries where I&apos;ve partnered with my comrade <a href='https://x.com/GiulioQuarta_'>Giulio Quarta</a> from the <a href='https://crypto-commons.org/'>Crypto Commons Association</a> and their initiative called the <a href='https://www.commonseconomy.org/'>Commons Economy Roadmap</a> (CER) where we will be interviewing some of the projects listed as part of the CER. In this first interview we&apos;ve spoken to Christopher Goes, co-founder of <a href='https://anoma.net/'>Anoma</a>, a framework for an ecosystem of blockchain based protocols launched in 2021 that introduces an &quot;intent-centric architecture&quot; for decentralized systems, defining themselves as a “<a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jN7INZC04ac'>third generation protocol</a>” and a distributed operating system.  <br/><br/>During the interview we discuss what intents actually are, the potential socio-political implications of the technology, and how Anoma intends to help us rethink money and value. We also took a bit of a dive into a paper from C4SS titled &quot;<a href='https://c4ss.org/content/52970'>The Problem of Scale in Anarchism and the case for Cybernetic Communism</a>&quot; and how Anoma and intents relate.<br/> <br/>You can find a transcription of the interview on the CER website <a href='https://commonseconomy.notion.site/Anoma-Undefining-Money-and-Scaling-Anarchism-with-Christopher-Goes-dbed88ce870544feb13131168763e6d4'>here</a>.<br/><br/><em>The CER is a knowledge base and promotion protocol to highlight and empower what we consider to be among the most relevant 20 projects in the current economic juncture: companies and ecosystems that are building open infrastructures to regenerate society, to support the struggle of citizens, farmers, activists, scientists, tech experts and entrepreneurs on the ground at the dawn of global collapse.<br/><br/></em>The Crypto Commons Association is also a project within <a href='https://breadchain.xyz/'>Breadchain</a>, an organization I co-founded for building blockchain apps from a left-wing political POV. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Governable Spaces: Designing Democracy for the Internet</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I´m once again speaking with Nathan Schneider about his newly released book, Governable Spaces: Democratic Design for Online Life.  In Governable Spaces, Nathan Schneider argues that the internet has been plagued by a phenomenon he calls “implicit feudalism”: a bias, both cultural and technical, for building communities as fiefdoms. The consequences of this arrangement matter far beyond online spaces themselves, as feudal defaults train us to give up on our communities’ democratic potent...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I´m once again speaking with Nathan Schneider about his newly released book, <em>Governable Spaces: Democratic Design for Online Life</em>.  In <em>Governable Spaces</em>, Nathan Schneider argues that the internet has been plagued by a phenomenon he calls “implicit feudalism”: a bias, both cultural and technical, for building communities as fiefdoms. The consequences of this arrangement matter far beyond online spaces themselves, as feudal defaults train us to give up on our communities’ democratic potential, inclining us to be more tolerant of autocratic tech CEOs and authoritarian tendencies among politicians. But online spaces could be sites of a creative, radical, and democratic renaissance. Using media archaeology, political theory, and participant observation, Schneider shows how the internet can learn from governance legacies of the past to become a more democratic medium, responsive and inventive unlike anything that has come before. <br/><br/>The book is freely available in digital format on Nathan´s website <a href='https://nathanschneider.info/books/governable-spaces/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.<br/></b><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I´m once again speaking with Nathan Schneider about his newly released book, <em>Governable Spaces: Democratic Design for Online Life</em>.  In <em>Governable Spaces</em>, Nathan Schneider argues that the internet has been plagued by a phenomenon he calls “implicit feudalism”: a bias, both cultural and technical, for building communities as fiefdoms. The consequences of this arrangement matter far beyond online spaces themselves, as feudal defaults train us to give up on our communities’ democratic potential, inclining us to be more tolerant of autocratic tech CEOs and authoritarian tendencies among politicians. But online spaces could be sites of a creative, radical, and democratic renaissance. Using media archaeology, political theory, and participant observation, Schneider shows how the internet can learn from governance legacies of the past to become a more democratic medium, responsive and inventive unlike anything that has come before. <br/><br/>The book is freely available in digital format on Nathan´s website <a href='https://nathanschneider.info/books/governable-spaces/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.<br/></b><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>OTNS: Mutualism, labor unions and cooperatives (not charity)</itunes:title>
    <title>OTNS: Mutualism, labor unions and cooperatives (not charity)</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[We spoke to Sara Horowitz (@Sara_Horowitz), founder of the Freelancers Union and author of the book Mutualism: Building the Next Economy from the ground Up . Sara was also one of our co-conspirators in Zuzalu in Montenegro last year who brought her extensive experience and wisdom from building and supporting worker-focused organizations. We spoke about the practical realities of building mutualistic organizations, the history of how workers' movements did it, and how crypto can build this thr...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>We spoke to Sara Horowitz (<a href='https://twitter.com/Sara_Horowitz'>@Sara_Horowitz</a>), founder of the Freelancers Union and author of the book <a href='https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/621946/mutualism-by-sara-horowitz/'><em>Mutualism: Building the Next Economy from the ground Up</em></a><em> . </em>Sara was also one of our co-conspirators in Zuzalu in Montenegro last year who brought her extensive experience and wisdom from building and supporting worker-focused organizations. We spoke about the practical realities of building mutualistic organizations, the history of how workers&apos; movements did it, and how crypto can build this through <a href='https://breadchain.mirror.xyz/nwQx4CqPAcwZ5zSNB2_K25N1quOF1NGcKaYcS3S33CA'>solidarity primitives</a>.<br/><br/>Check out <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/otns-the-rise-of-coordi-nations-phase-2-has-begun/'>a previous episode</a> to learn more about our framework for out network state alternative,  coordi-nations.<br/><br/><b>JOIN THE BLOCKCHAINGOV DISCORD SERVER </b><a href='https://discord.gg/FgzSpTT6t6'><b>HERE</b></a><b> IF YOU WANT TO TAKE PART IN THE CONTINUED OVERTHROW AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE RISE OF COORDI-NATIONS.</b></p><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We spoke to Sara Horowitz (<a href='https://twitter.com/Sara_Horowitz'>@Sara_Horowitz</a>), founder of the Freelancers Union and author of the book <a href='https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/621946/mutualism-by-sara-horowitz/'><em>Mutualism: Building the Next Economy from the ground Up</em></a><em> . </em>Sara was also one of our co-conspirators in Zuzalu in Montenegro last year who brought her extensive experience and wisdom from building and supporting worker-focused organizations. We spoke about the practical realities of building mutualistic organizations, the history of how workers&apos; movements did it, and how crypto can build this through <a href='https://breadchain.mirror.xyz/nwQx4CqPAcwZ5zSNB2_K25N1quOF1NGcKaYcS3S33CA'>solidarity primitives</a>.<br/><br/>Check out <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/otns-the-rise-of-coordi-nations-phase-2-has-begun/'>a previous episode</a> to learn more about our framework for out network state alternative,  coordi-nations.<br/><br/><b>JOIN THE BLOCKCHAINGOV DISCORD SERVER </b><a href='https://discord.gg/FgzSpTT6t6'><b>HERE</b></a><b> IF YOU WANT TO TAKE PART IN THE CONTINUED OVERTHROW AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE RISE OF COORDI-NATIONS.</b></p><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Platformization: The platform organizational form is eating the world and we can do better</itunes:title>
    <title>Platformization: The platform organizational form is eating the world and we can do better</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[My friend and researcher of the politics of tech platforms, Gianmarco Cristofari recently had an extended in my apartment and so we thought it'd be a great opportunity to interview each other. He interviewed me here for the Institute for Network Cultures to talk about my book and the left's relationship with crypto.  We spoke about how platforms are markets within markets, his book The Politics of Platformization, and the socialist history of cybernetics. While he stayed at my place he also r...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>My friend and researcher of the politics of tech platforms, <a href='https://twitter.com/GianmarcoCrist'>Gianmarco Cristofari</a> recently had an extended in my apartment and so we thought it&apos;d be a great opportunity to interview each other. He interviewed me <a href='https://networkcultures.org/moneylab/2024/04/10/you-shall-speculate-we-shall-coordinate/'>here for the Institute for Network Cultures</a> to talk about my book and the left&apos;s relationship with crypto.<br/><br/>We spoke about how platforms are markets within markets, his book <a href='https://networkcultures.org/blog/publication/the-politics-of-platformization-amsterdam-dialogues-on-platform-thoery/'>The Politics of Platformization</a>, and the socialist history of cybernetics. While he stayed at my place he also read my book and gave some thoughts on the relations and differences between platforms and protocols in web3. We also spoke about his own reflections on his experiences being active in groups like Extinction Rebellion and their relationship with technology.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>My friend and researcher of the politics of tech platforms, <a href='https://twitter.com/GianmarcoCrist'>Gianmarco Cristofari</a> recently had an extended in my apartment and so we thought it&apos;d be a great opportunity to interview each other. He interviewed me <a href='https://networkcultures.org/moneylab/2024/04/10/you-shall-speculate-we-shall-coordinate/'>here for the Institute for Network Cultures</a> to talk about my book and the left&apos;s relationship with crypto.<br/><br/>We spoke about how platforms are markets within markets, his book <a href='https://networkcultures.org/blog/publication/the-politics-of-platformization-amsterdam-dialogues-on-platform-thoery/'>The Politics of Platformization</a>, and the socialist history of cybernetics. While he stayed at my place he also read my book and gave some thoughts on the relations and differences between platforms and protocols in web3. We also spoke about his own reflections on his experiences being active in groups like Extinction Rebellion and their relationship with technology.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 14 Apr 2024 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Cute anime girl pfps or funding mechanism for esoteric neo-fascism? (Miladys and Remilia Corp)</itunes:title>
    <title>Cute anime girl pfps or funding mechanism for esoteric neo-fascism? (Miladys and Remilia Corp)</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this episode I spoke to James Brennan (@jt_bren) who has been finishing up his Masters at the University of Colorado focused on crypto. As part of his research he took a dep dive into the infamous group behind the Miladys NFT collection, Remilia Corp.   During the discussion we spoke about esoteric political ideologies professed by Remilia and those associated with it, their financialized tactics for earning revenue, and all of the controversies surrounding the project. We also asked ours...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to James Brennan (<a href='https://twitter.com/jt_bren'>@jt_bren</a>) who has been finishing up his Masters at the University of Colorado focused on crypto. As part of his research he took a dep dive into the infamous group behind the Miladys NFT collection, Remilia Corp. <br/><br/>During the discussion we spoke about esoteric political ideologies professed by Remilia and those associated with it, their financialized tactics for earning revenue, and all of the controversies surrounding the project. We also asked ourselves the very uncomfortable question of whether their tactics are something the left could learn from.<br/><br/>My <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/accelerationism-is-back-and-tech-elites-are-making-it-cringier-than-it-already-was-e-acc/'>previous episode</a> with Adam from Acid Horizon where we talked about effective accelerationism is a good primer for this episode.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to James Brennan (<a href='https://twitter.com/jt_bren'>@jt_bren</a>) who has been finishing up his Masters at the University of Colorado focused on crypto. As part of his research he took a dep dive into the infamous group behind the Miladys NFT collection, Remilia Corp. <br/><br/>During the discussion we spoke about esoteric political ideologies professed by Remilia and those associated with it, their financialized tactics for earning revenue, and all of the controversies surrounding the project. We also asked ourselves the very uncomfortable question of whether their tactics are something the left could learn from.<br/><br/>My <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/accelerationism-is-back-and-tech-elites-are-making-it-cringier-than-it-already-was-e-acc/'>previous episode</a> with Adam from Acid Horizon where we talked about effective accelerationism is a good primer for this episode.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Obol Network - How DVT helps decentralize Ethereum and incentivize collectivism</itunes:title>
    <title>Obol Network - How DVT helps decentralize Ethereum and incentivize collectivism</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke to Oisín Kyne, co-founder and CTO of Obol Network,  an ecosystem for trust minimized Ethereum staking that enables people to create, test, run and coordinate distributed validators. Distributed Validator Technology (DVT) enables the duties of an Ethereum validator to be performed across a cluster of nodes in order to improve resilience as compared to running a validator on a single node.   During the discussion we spoke about how DVT works, its implications for community funding,...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/OisinKyne'>Oisín Kyne</a>, co-founder and CTO of <a href='https://obol.tech/'>Obol Network</a>,  an ecosystem for trust minimized Ethereum staking that enables people to create, test, run and coordinate distributed validators. Distributed Validator Technology (DVT) enables the duties of an Ethereum validator to be performed across a cluster of nodes in order to improve resilience as compared to running a validator on a single node. <br/><br/>During the discussion we spoke about how DVT works, its implications for community funding, and  how it supports the decentralization of Ethereum. DVT is one of the most exciting technologies in my view for allowing a form of online collectivism that otherwise would be difficult to do on Ethereum.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/OisinKyne'>Oisín Kyne</a>, co-founder and CTO of <a href='https://obol.tech/'>Obol Network</a>,  an ecosystem for trust minimized Ethereum staking that enables people to create, test, run and coordinate distributed validators. Distributed Validator Technology (DVT) enables the duties of an Ethereum validator to be performed across a cluster of nodes in order to improve resilience as compared to running a validator on a single node. <br/><br/>During the discussion we spoke about how DVT works, its implications for community funding, and  how it supports the decentralization of Ethereum. DVT is one of the most exciting technologies in my view for allowing a form of online collectivism that otherwise would be difficult to do on Ethereum.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Fund evacuations from Gaza with ETH - ethevacuations.xyz</itunes:title>
    <title>Fund evacuations from Gaza with ETH - ethevacuations.xyz</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke to Kat (katalunia.eth) who is behind a project called ETH Evacuations which is taking donations to pay for families to get out of Gaza through the Rafah crossing. Kat is  a product manager and startup builder, most recently Head of Product at Zora and travelled to Gaza in June 2023 to be a mentor in product management for the community at Gaza Sky Geeks.  She is accepting ether and other tokens on the Ethereum mainnet, Optimism, or Base so that she can get the money directly to those ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to Kat (katalunia.eth) who is behind a project called <a href='https://ethevacuations.xyz/'>ETH Evacuations</a> which is taking donations to pay for families to get out of Gaza through the Rafah crossing. Kat is <br/>a product manager and startup builder, most recently Head of Product at Zora and travelled to Gaza in June 2023 to be a mentor in product management for the community at <a href='https://gazaskygeeks.com/'>Gaza Sky Geeks</a>.<br/><br/>She is accepting ether and other tokens on the Ethereum mainnet, Optimism, or Base so that she can get the money directly to those who are on the ground. I myself donated already to the cause which <a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist/status/1769062425561592180'>you can find social proof for here</a>.<br/><br/><b>Donate here</b>- <a href='https://ethevacuations.xyz/donate'>https://ethevacuations.xyz/donate</a><b><br/></b><br/><b>Donations address </b>- 0x8D5bF23b181EA94d3104d4192acb52427E54875A<b><br/></b><br/><b>More about how evacuations from Gaza works</b> - <a href='https://www.madamasr.com/en/2024/02/13/feature/politics/the-argany-peninsula/'>https://www.madamasr.com/en/2024/02/13/feature/politics/the-argany-peninsula/</a><br/><br/><b>Mutual Aid Gaza Open Collective</b> - <a href='https://opencollective.com/mutual-aid-gaza/projects/emergency-fund-gsg'>https://opencollective.com/mutual-aid-gaza/projects/emergency-fund-gsg</a><br/><br/><b>Sign up to be a Gaza Champion</b> - <a href='http://bit.ly/championgaza'>bit.ly/championgaza<br/></a><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to Kat (katalunia.eth) who is behind a project called <a href='https://ethevacuations.xyz/'>ETH Evacuations</a> which is taking donations to pay for families to get out of Gaza through the Rafah crossing. Kat is <br/>a product manager and startup builder, most recently Head of Product at Zora and travelled to Gaza in June 2023 to be a mentor in product management for the community at <a href='https://gazaskygeeks.com/'>Gaza Sky Geeks</a>.<br/><br/>She is accepting ether and other tokens on the Ethereum mainnet, Optimism, or Base so that she can get the money directly to those who are on the ground. I myself donated already to the cause which <a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist/status/1769062425561592180'>you can find social proof for here</a>.<br/><br/><b>Donate here</b>- <a href='https://ethevacuations.xyz/donate'>https://ethevacuations.xyz/donate</a><b><br/></b><br/><b>Donations address </b>- 0x8D5bF23b181EA94d3104d4192acb52427E54875A<b><br/></b><br/><b>More about how evacuations from Gaza works</b> - <a href='https://www.madamasr.com/en/2024/02/13/feature/politics/the-argany-peninsula/'>https://www.madamasr.com/en/2024/02/13/feature/politics/the-argany-peninsula/</a><br/><br/><b>Mutual Aid Gaza Open Collective</b> - <a href='https://opencollective.com/mutual-aid-gaza/projects/emergency-fund-gsg'>https://opencollective.com/mutual-aid-gaza/projects/emergency-fund-gsg</a><br/><br/><b>Sign up to be a Gaza Champion</b> - <a href='http://bit.ly/championgaza'>bit.ly/championgaza<br/></a><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>From hacking the CIA as a teenager to community computers</itunes:title>
    <title>From hacking the CIA as a teenager to community computers</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke to Mustafa Al-Bassam, co-founder and CEO of Celestia, a modular blockchain network that makes for others to securely launch their own blockchain. Mustafa was also a member of the black hat hacking group LulzSec under the name T-Flow known for hacking the CIA website, newspapaers owned by Rupert Murdoch, and other corporate and state organizations in 2011.  During the discussion we spoke about his experience of being in the hacker group, his transition to interest in blockchains, and C...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/musalbas'>Mustafa Al-Bassam</a>, co-founder and CEO of <a href='https://celestia.org/'>Celestia</a>, a modular blockchain network that makes for others to securely launch their own blockchain. Mustafa was also a member of the black hat hacking group <a href='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LulzSec'>LulzSec</a> under the name T-Flow known for hacking the CIA website, newspapaers owned by Rupert Murdoch, and other corporate and state organizations in 2011.<br/><br/>During the discussion we spoke about his experience of being in the hacker group, his transition to interest in blockchains, and Celestia. If you want to learn more about the history of hacktivism, Anonymous, and LulzSec, then I can recommend the book Hacker, Hoaxer, Whistleblower, Spy by Gabriella Coleman. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/musalbas'>Mustafa Al-Bassam</a>, co-founder and CEO of <a href='https://celestia.org/'>Celestia</a>, a modular blockchain network that makes for others to securely launch their own blockchain. Mustafa was also a member of the black hat hacking group <a href='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LulzSec'>LulzSec</a> under the name T-Flow known for hacking the CIA website, newspapaers owned by Rupert Murdoch, and other corporate and state organizations in 2011.<br/><br/>During the discussion we spoke about his experience of being in the hacker group, his transition to interest in blockchains, and Celestia. If you want to learn more about the history of hacktivism, Anonymous, and LulzSec, then I can recommend the book Hacker, Hoaxer, Whistleblower, Spy by Gabriella Coleman. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Tue, 05 Mar 2024 18:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>accelerationism is back and tech elites are making it cringier than it already was (e/acc)</itunes:title>
    <title>accelerationism is back and tech elites are making it cringier than it already was (e/acc)</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[If you've been surfing the tech sphere lately, you may have come across the term e/acc or effective accelerationism as if it was something new. But like most of these tech elite driven ideologies, it's largely a mutation of more naive and sometimes sinister trends.   For this episode I spoke to Adam Jones, host of Acid Horizon and Zer0 Books and Repeater Media and author of Anti-Oculus. Anti-Oculus is a psychedelic trip through the eyes of power, exploring avenues of escaping systems of contr...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>If you&apos;ve been surfing the tech sphere lately, you may have come across the term e/acc or effective accelerationism as if it was something new. But like most of these tech elite driven ideologies, it&apos;s largely a mutation of more naive and sometimes sinister trends. <br/><br/>For this episode I spoke to Adam Jones, host of <a href='https://www.acidhorizonpodcast.com/'>Acid Horizon</a> and <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyoQK-mZXr2ws4C0nXGCH1w'>Zer0 Books and Repeater Media</a> and author of <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/anti-oculus-a-philosophy-of-escape/'>Anti-Oculus</a>. Anti-Oculus is a psychedelic trip through the eyes of power, exploring avenues of escaping systems of control in our cyberpunk reality.</p><p>During the interview, Adam helps explain the core of accelerationist theory, where it comes from, and what e/acc is. We also dive into the Techno-Optimist Manifesto from Marc Andreessen ,why it&apos;s a giant circle jerk and Nick Land would hate them. <br/><br/>If you want to learn more about accelerationism and particularly left accelerationism , check out <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/what-is-left-accelerationism-and-post-work-interview-with-nick-srnicek/'>my interview with Nick Srnicek</a> who wrote the left accelerationist manifesto.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you&apos;ve been surfing the tech sphere lately, you may have come across the term e/acc or effective accelerationism as if it was something new. But like most of these tech elite driven ideologies, it&apos;s largely a mutation of more naive and sometimes sinister trends. <br/><br/>For this episode I spoke to Adam Jones, host of <a href='https://www.acidhorizonpodcast.com/'>Acid Horizon</a> and <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyoQK-mZXr2ws4C0nXGCH1w'>Zer0 Books and Repeater Media</a> and author of <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/anti-oculus-a-philosophy-of-escape/'>Anti-Oculus</a>. Anti-Oculus is a psychedelic trip through the eyes of power, exploring avenues of escaping systems of control in our cyberpunk reality.</p><p>During the interview, Adam helps explain the core of accelerationist theory, where it comes from, and what e/acc is. We also dive into the Techno-Optimist Manifesto from Marc Andreessen ,why it&apos;s a giant circle jerk and Nick Land would hate them. <br/><br/>If you want to learn more about accelerationism and particularly left accelerationism , check out <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/what-is-left-accelerationism-and-post-work-interview-with-nick-srnicek/'>my interview with Nick Srnicek</a> who wrote the left accelerationist manifesto.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 18 Feb 2024 15:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Blockchain Radicals Audiobook Sample</itunes:title>
    <title>Blockchain Radicals Audiobook Sample</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The audiobook for my book Blockchain Radicals is officially out! This is a sample you can listen to if you want to know if it seems like something you'd want to pick up. You can find your audiobook copy in all of the major audiobook platforms including Audible, Libro.fm and audiobooks,com.  You can still find all the other places to find the physical book online here. Support the show ICYMI I've written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>The audiobook for my book Blockchain Radicals is officially out! This is a sample you can listen to if you want to know if it seems like something you&apos;d want to pick up. You can find your audiobook copy in all of the <a href='https://tantor.com/blockchain-radicals-joshua-dvila.html'>major audiobook platforms</a> including Audible, <a href='https://www.libro.fm/audiobooks/9798350849042-blockchain-radicals#panel_author'>Libro.fm</a> and <a href='https://www.audiobooks.com/audiobook/9798350849042'>audiobooks,com</a>.<br/><br/>You can still find all the other places to find the physical book online <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>here</a>.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The audiobook for my book Blockchain Radicals is officially out! This is a sample you can listen to if you want to know if it seems like something you&apos;d want to pick up. You can find your audiobook copy in all of the <a href='https://tantor.com/blockchain-radicals-joshua-dvila.html'>major audiobook platforms</a> including Audible, <a href='https://www.libro.fm/audiobooks/9798350849042-blockchain-radicals#panel_author'>Libro.fm</a> and <a href='https://www.audiobooks.com/audiobook/9798350849042'>audiobooks,com</a>.<br/><br/>You can still find all the other places to find the physical book online <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>here</a>.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Tokens: The Future of Money in the Age of the Platform (gang gang mmm ice cream so good)</itunes:title>
    <title>Tokens: The Future of Money in the Age of the Platform (gang gang mmm ice cream so good)</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Tokens have increasingly more popular beyond just in the crypto world *gang gang mmm ice cream so good*. Tokens are not new, but how they have been  used and their proliferation have exploded with the rise of digital platforms.  I spoke to Rachel O'Dwyer,  writer and a lecturer in Digital Cultures in the National College of Art and Design in Dublin and author of Tokens: The Future of Money in the Age of the Platform. I gave a recommendation of the book because I think it pairs well ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Tokens have increasingly more popular beyond just in the crypto world *<em>gang gang mmm ice cream so good</em>*. Tokens are not new, but how they have been  used and their proliferation have exploded with the rise of digital platforms.<br/><br/>I spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/Rachelodwyer'>Rachel O&apos;Dwyer</a>,  writer and a lecturer in Digital Cultures in the National College of Art and Design in Dublin and author of <a href='https://www.versobooks.com/en-gb/products/2957-tokens'><em>Tokens: The Future of Money in the Age of the Platform</em></a>. I gave a recommendation of the book because I think it pairs well with <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>my own book</a>! <br/> <br/>During the interview we spoke about the history of tokens well before the internet, how tokens are both more and less than money, and the way tokens have been used for social control. We also talk about the affordances of tokens and some advice for those designing tokens. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tokens have increasingly more popular beyond just in the crypto world *<em>gang gang mmm ice cream so good</em>*. Tokens are not new, but how they have been  used and their proliferation have exploded with the rise of digital platforms.<br/><br/>I spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/Rachelodwyer'>Rachel O&apos;Dwyer</a>,  writer and a lecturer in Digital Cultures in the National College of Art and Design in Dublin and author of <a href='https://www.versobooks.com/en-gb/products/2957-tokens'><em>Tokens: The Future of Money in the Age of the Platform</em></a>. I gave a recommendation of the book because I think it pairs well with <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>my own book</a>! <br/> <br/>During the interview we spoke about the history of tokens well before the internet, how tokens are both more and less than money, and the way tokens have been used for social control. We also talk about the affordances of tokens and some advice for those designing tokens. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>A Regenerative Village as a DAO in Portugal (Traditional Dream Factory)</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[You can find the video version of the interview here where I've cut the interview with some film I took while at TDF.   In this episode I spoke to Sam Delesque (@samueldelesque), founder of Traditional Dream Factory (TDF), a regenerative village based in Abela, Portugal that is blending crypto with permaculture and community. TDF is the first village part of OASA, a Swiss non-profit to help regenerative villages turn into community land trusts.    During the interview we discussed we talked a...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>You can find the <a href='https://youtu.be/L7RYGsLedTI'>video version of the interview here</a> where I&apos;ve cut the interview with some film I took while at TDF. <br/><br/>In this episode I spoke to Sam Delesque (<a href='https://twitter.com/samueldelesque'>@samueldelesque</a>), founder of <a href='https://www.traditionaldreamfactory.com/'>Traditional Dream Factory</a> (TDF), a regenerative village based in Abela, Portugal that is blending crypto with permaculture and community. TDF is the first village part of <a href='https://oasa.earth/'>OASA</a>, a Swiss non-profit to help regenerative villages turn into community land trusts. <br/> <br/>During the interview we discussed we talked about Sam&apos;s vision for TDF and OASA as DAOs, our time there during ReFi Week, and how they are regenerating the land. If you have the opportunity I&apos;d recommend going to TDF in Portugal and seeing it for yourself by <a href='https://www.traditionaldreamfactory.com/stay'>booking a stay</a>. If you support the vision then you can do a donation subscription <a href='https://www.traditionaldreamfactory.com/support-us'>here</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You can find the <a href='https://youtu.be/L7RYGsLedTI'>video version of the interview here</a> where I&apos;ve cut the interview with some film I took while at TDF. <br/><br/>In this episode I spoke to Sam Delesque (<a href='https://twitter.com/samueldelesque'>@samueldelesque</a>), founder of <a href='https://www.traditionaldreamfactory.com/'>Traditional Dream Factory</a> (TDF), a regenerative village based in Abela, Portugal that is blending crypto with permaculture and community. TDF is the first village part of <a href='https://oasa.earth/'>OASA</a>, a Swiss non-profit to help regenerative villages turn into community land trusts. <br/> <br/>During the interview we discussed we talked about Sam&apos;s vision for TDF and OASA as DAOs, our time there during ReFi Week, and how they are regenerating the land. If you have the opportunity I&apos;d recommend going to TDF in Portugal and seeing it for yourself by <a href='https://www.traditionaldreamfactory.com/stay'>booking a stay</a>. If you support the vision then you can do a donation subscription <a href='https://www.traditionaldreamfactory.com/support-us'>here</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>OTNS: Is Praxis a bunch of fascists dressed as libertarians?</itunes:title>
    <title>OTNS: Is Praxis a bunch of fascists dressed as libertarians?</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of OTNS, we spoke to Ali Breland, a journalist at Mother Jones who has written on crypto and politics, about his recent publication about the links between Praxis and far right figures. We spoke about his experience of going to a Praxis sponsored party in NYC, his interviews with ex-employees about the fascist sympathies of the founder Dryden Brown, and how they try to seduce " cool kids" to join them. We also try applying for a citizenship!  Check out a previous episode to le...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of OTNS, we spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/alibreland'>Ali Breland</a>, a journalist at Mother Jones who has written on <a href='https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2021/11/who-goes-crypto-eth-bitcoin-etc-financialization-gamestop-class-wealth/'>crypto </a>and politics, about his recent publication about the <a href='https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2023/09/praxis-society-city-dryden-brown-peter-thiel/'>links between Praxis and far right figures</a>. We spoke about his experience of going to a Praxis sponsored party in NYC, his interviews with ex-employees about the fascist sympathies of the founder Dryden Brown, and how they try to seduce &quot; cool kids&quot; to join them. We also try applying for a citizenship!<br/><br/>Check out <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/otns-the-rise-of-coordi-nations-phase-2-has-begun/'>a previous episode</a> to learn more about our framework for out network state alternative,  coordi-nations.<br/><br/><b>JOIN THE BLOCKCHAINGOV DISCORD SERVER </b><a href='https://discord.gg/FgzSpTT6t6'><b>HERE</b></a><b> IF YOU WANT TO TAKE PART IN THE CONTINUED OVERTHROW AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE RISE OF COORDI-NATIONS.</b></p><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of OTNS, we spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/alibreland'>Ali Breland</a>, a journalist at Mother Jones who has written on <a href='https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2021/11/who-goes-crypto-eth-bitcoin-etc-financialization-gamestop-class-wealth/'>crypto </a>and politics, about his recent publication about the <a href='https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2023/09/praxis-society-city-dryden-brown-peter-thiel/'>links between Praxis and far right figures</a>. We spoke about his experience of going to a Praxis sponsored party in NYC, his interviews with ex-employees about the fascist sympathies of the founder Dryden Brown, and how they try to seduce &quot; cool kids&quot; to join them. We also try applying for a citizenship!<br/><br/>Check out <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/otns-the-rise-of-coordi-nations-phase-2-has-begun/'>a previous episode</a> to learn more about our framework for out network state alternative,  coordi-nations.<br/><br/><b>JOIN THE BLOCKCHAINGOV DISCORD SERVER </b><a href='https://discord.gg/FgzSpTT6t6'><b>HERE</b></a><b> IF YOU WANT TO TAKE PART IN THE CONTINUED OVERTHROW AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE RISE OF COORDI-NATIONS.</b></p><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>China is a Process: Understanding the Chinese Crypto Diaspora Community</itunes:title>
    <title>China is a Process: Understanding the Chinese Crypto Diaspora Community</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode I spoke to Afra Wang, a Chinese diaspora journalist who has been in crypto now for a year and a half with Mask Network and organizer of the ZuConnect Decentralized Social Day in Istanbul where I moderated a panel on technology addiction in crypto. Given that usually crypto is often seen through and talked about from a western lens, Afra was a great guest to help bring a Chinese diasporic point of view.   During the discussion we spoke about the tumultuous history of China's in...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/afrazhaowang'>Afra Wang</a>, a Chinese diaspora journalist who has been in crypto now for a year and a half with Mask Network and organizer of the <a href='https://www.zuzalu.city/dashboard/home'>ZuConnect</a> Decentralized Social Day in Istanbul where I moderated a panel on technology addiction in crypto. Given that usually crypto is often seen through and talked about from a western lens, Afra was a great guest to help bring a Chinese diasporic point of view. <br/><br/>During the discussion we spoke about the tumultuous history of China&apos;s involvement with cryptocurrency, how those involved in the crypto space in China responded, and how the Chinese diasporic community build on crypto differently. We also spoke about our experience at ZuConnect and how we hope for it to evolve. It was nice to hear from Afra that our work on coordi-nations was something that she identified with from the last Zuzalu and we hope one day to debate with Balaji about it.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/afrazhaowang'>Afra Wang</a>, a Chinese diaspora journalist who has been in crypto now for a year and a half with Mask Network and organizer of the <a href='https://www.zuzalu.city/dashboard/home'>ZuConnect</a> Decentralized Social Day in Istanbul where I moderated a panel on technology addiction in crypto. Given that usually crypto is often seen through and talked about from a western lens, Afra was a great guest to help bring a Chinese diasporic point of view. <br/><br/>During the discussion we spoke about the tumultuous history of China&apos;s involvement with cryptocurrency, how those involved in the crypto space in China responded, and how the Chinese diasporic community build on crypto differently. We also spoke about our experience at ZuConnect and how we hope for it to evolve. It was nice to hear from Afra that our work on coordi-nations was something that she identified with from the last Zuzalu and we hope one day to debate with Balaji about it.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode I spoke with Trent Van Epps, who is part of the Ethereum Foundation and a key member of Protocol Guild (PG). PG is a collective of 152 Ethereum core protocol contributors who are curated to receive public good funding from ecosystem sponsors. In turn, this is meant to balance incentives for contributors to work on the Ethereum protocol and prevent high contributor turnover. During the interview we discuss  how Ethereum is actually governed more publicly than people realiz...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke with <a href='https://twitter.com/trent_vanepps'>Trent Van Epps</a>, who is part of the Ethereum Foundation and a key member of <a href='https://twitter.com/protocolguild'>Protocol Guild</a> (PG). PG is a collective of 152 Ethereum core protocol contributors who are curated to receive public good funding from ecosystem sponsors. In turn, this is meant to balance incentives for contributors to work on the Ethereum protocol and prevent high contributor turnover.</p><p>During the interview we discuss  how Ethereum is actually governed more publicly than people realize, the need for alternatives to venture capital, and how other digital commons like the Linux OS is governed. We also deep dive into how PG works and why their vision for public goods funding is different than others. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke with <a href='https://twitter.com/trent_vanepps'>Trent Van Epps</a>, who is part of the Ethereum Foundation and a key member of <a href='https://twitter.com/protocolguild'>Protocol Guild</a> (PG). PG is a collective of 152 Ethereum core protocol contributors who are curated to receive public good funding from ecosystem sponsors. In turn, this is meant to balance incentives for contributors to work on the Ethereum protocol and prevent high contributor turnover.</p><p>During the interview we discuss  how Ethereum is actually governed more publicly than people realize, the need for alternatives to venture capital, and how other digital commons like the Linux OS is governed. We also deep dive into how PG works and why their vision for public goods funding is different than others. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode I spoke to my friend and scholar Tara Merk who is part of BlockchainGov and has been focusing her PhD thesis on Exit to Community (E2C). E2C is proposed as an alternative to IPOs or buyouts for founders of businesses to be able to be compensated for their work while giving ownership of their business to those that work on or use their product.   During the discussion we talked about what crypto brings to E2C, the regulatory landscape for community ownership, and whether web3 w...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke to my friend and scholar <a href='https://twitter.com/mpg_dd'>Tara Merk</a> who is part of BlockchainGov and has been focusing her PhD thesis on <a href='https://e2c.how/'>Exit to Community</a> (E2C). E2C is proposed as an alternative to IPOs or buyouts for founders of businesses to be able to be compensated for their work while giving ownership of their business to those that work on or use their product. <br/><br/>During the discussion we talked about what crypto brings to E2C, the regulatory landscape for community ownership, and whether web3 workers should become unionized. We also talked about her recently published research done with Other Internet on <a href='https://otherinternet.substack.com/p/solidarity-primitives-for-web3-work'>Solidarity Primitives for Web3 Social Security</a> which explored the current state of working in web3 and potential solutions for its issues. I took part in the research study where I contributed the concept of solidarity primitives which we wrote about on the <a href='https://breadchain.mirror.xyz/nwQx4CqPAcwZ5zSNB2_K25N1quOF1NGcKaYcS3S33CA'>Breadchain Cooperative blog</a>.  <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke to my friend and scholar <a href='https://twitter.com/mpg_dd'>Tara Merk</a> who is part of BlockchainGov and has been focusing her PhD thesis on <a href='https://e2c.how/'>Exit to Community</a> (E2C). E2C is proposed as an alternative to IPOs or buyouts for founders of businesses to be able to be compensated for their work while giving ownership of their business to those that work on or use their product. <br/><br/>During the discussion we talked about what crypto brings to E2C, the regulatory landscape for community ownership, and whether web3 workers should become unionized. We also talked about her recently published research done with Other Internet on <a href='https://otherinternet.substack.com/p/solidarity-primitives-for-web3-work'>Solidarity Primitives for Web3 Social Security</a> which explored the current state of working in web3 and potential solutions for its issues. I took part in the research study where I contributed the concept of solidarity primitives which we wrote about on the <a href='https://breadchain.mirror.xyz/nwQx4CqPAcwZ5zSNB2_K25N1quOF1NGcKaYcS3S33CA'>Breadchain Cooperative blog</a>.  <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Building autonomous infrastructure for tactical media</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode I spoke to Geert Lovink, a Dutch media theorist and founder of the Institute of Network Cultures who has been engaged with internet culture since at least the 80s. We were recently together in Cyprus for the latest installment of MoneyLab,  which he also co-founded. Talking with him was a great way to gain more understanding and context of venture capital's control of the internet and the influence of that on social movements and alternative economies.   During the interv...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/glovink'>Geert Lovink</a>, a Dutch media theorist and founder of the <a href='https://networkcultures.org/'>Institute of Network Cultures</a> who has been engaged with internet culture since at least the 80s. We were recently together in Cyprus for the latest installment of <a href='https://networkcultures.org/moneylab/'>MoneyLab</a>,  which he also co-founded. Talking with him was a great way to gain more understanding and context of venture capital&apos;s control of the internet and the influence of that on social movements and alternative economies.<br/> <br/>During the interview we discussed his experience and history of the growth of the internet, the rise of crypto, and tactical media as a strategy for the left. One of the things that we noted was that the question of how the left needs to build its own autonomous infrastructure was one already being explored in the 90s by activists.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/glovink'>Geert Lovink</a>, a Dutch media theorist and founder of the <a href='https://networkcultures.org/'>Institute of Network Cultures</a> who has been engaged with internet culture since at least the 80s. We were recently together in Cyprus for the latest installment of <a href='https://networkcultures.org/moneylab/'>MoneyLab</a>,  which he also co-founded. Talking with him was a great way to gain more understanding and context of venture capital&apos;s control of the internet and the influence of that on social movements and alternative economies.<br/> <br/>During the interview we discussed his experience and history of the growth of the internet, the rise of crypto, and tactical media as a strategy for the left. One of the things that we noted was that the question of how the left needs to build its own autonomous infrastructure was one already being explored in the 90s by activists.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Seeing crypto for what it is and how to live with contradiction with Brett Scott</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode I spoke with Brett Scott, an independent scholar, writer, and defender of physical cash from a left point of view. Brett was involved in the early Bitcioin communities and one of the first guests of the podcast back in 2020 so it was nice to be able to talk to him again after so many years and since his latest book Cloudmoney was published.  During the interview we discussed how the monetary system actually works, the contradictions of libertarian money fantasies, and his rece...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke with Brett Scott, an independent scholar, writer, and defender of physical cash from a left point of view. Brett was involved in the early Bitcioin communities and one of the <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/the-war-on-cash-and-the-coercive-nature-of-money-ft-brett-scott/'>first guests of the podcast</a> back in 2020 so it was nice to be able to talk to him again after so many years and since his latest book <a href='https://brettscott.substack.com/p/cloudmoney-cash-cards-crypto-war-for-wallets'>Cloudmoney</a> was published.<br/><br/>During the interview we discussed how the monetary system actually works, the contradictions of libertarian money fantasies, and his recent writing on crypto titled <a href='https://brettscott.substack.com/p/the-crypto-credit-alliance'>Zero is the Future of Money</a>. Be sure to check out <a href='https://brettscott.substack.com/'>Brett&apos;s great Substack</a> to learn more about his work on money.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke with Brett Scott, an independent scholar, writer, and defender of physical cash from a left point of view. Brett was involved in the early Bitcioin communities and one of the <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/the-war-on-cash-and-the-coercive-nature-of-money-ft-brett-scott/'>first guests of the podcast</a> back in 2020 so it was nice to be able to talk to him again after so many years and since his latest book <a href='https://brettscott.substack.com/p/cloudmoney-cash-cards-crypto-war-for-wallets'>Cloudmoney</a> was published.<br/><br/>During the interview we discussed how the monetary system actually works, the contradictions of libertarian money fantasies, and his recent writing on crypto titled <a href='https://brettscott.substack.com/p/the-crypto-credit-alliance'>Zero is the Future of Money</a>. Be sure to check out <a href='https://brettscott.substack.com/'>Brett&apos;s great Substack</a> to learn more about his work on money.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>OTNS: Prophets are dangerous and Capital doesn&#39;t care about your feelings</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we spoke to Wassim Alsindi, founder of MIT's blockchain journal and the 0xSalon  research collective based in Trust in Berlin. During the discussion we spoke about the concepts explored in his pieces Prophet Motives &amp; Knightwork States and  Necroprimitivism Rising. Wassim makes interesting connections between, the Crusades, the zero-sum mentality of network states, and capitalism's capturing of time.  Check out a previous episode to learn more about our framework for ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode we spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/WassimAlsindi'>Wassim Alsindi</a>, founder of MIT&apos;s blockchain journal and the <a href='https://0xsalon.pubpub.org/'>0xSalon</a>  research collective based in Trust in Berlin. During the discussion we spoke about the concepts explored in his pieces <a href='https://folklore.mirror.xyz/nQ30ZabiOnn4BEtvGf1jPAjMYMCtMoFALDeo8wh4yQM'>Prophet Motives &amp; Knightwork States</a> and<br/> <a href='https://0xsalon.pubpub.org/pub/necroprimitivismrising/release/1'>Necroprimitivism Rising</a>. Wassim makes interesting connections between, the Crusades, the zero-sum mentality of network states, and capitalism&apos;s capturing of time.<br/><br/>Check out <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/otns-the-rise-of-coordi-nations-phase-2-has-begun/'>a previous episode</a> to learn more about our framework for out network state alternative,  coordi-nations.<br/><br/><b>JOIN THE BLOCKCHAINGOV DISCORD SERVER </b><a href='https://discord.gg/FgzSpTT6t6'><b>HERE</b></a><b> IF YOU WANT TO TAKE PART IN THE CONTINUED OVERTHROW AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE RISE OF COORDI-NATIONS.</b></p><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode we spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/WassimAlsindi'>Wassim Alsindi</a>, founder of MIT&apos;s blockchain journal and the <a href='https://0xsalon.pubpub.org/'>0xSalon</a>  research collective based in Trust in Berlin. During the discussion we spoke about the concepts explored in his pieces <a href='https://folklore.mirror.xyz/nQ30ZabiOnn4BEtvGf1jPAjMYMCtMoFALDeo8wh4yQM'>Prophet Motives &amp; Knightwork States</a> and<br/> <a href='https://0xsalon.pubpub.org/pub/necroprimitivismrising/release/1'>Necroprimitivism Rising</a>. Wassim makes interesting connections between, the Crusades, the zero-sum mentality of network states, and capitalism&apos;s capturing of time.<br/><br/>Check out <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/otns-the-rise-of-coordi-nations-phase-2-has-begun/'>a previous episode</a> to learn more about our framework for out network state alternative,  coordi-nations.<br/><br/><b>JOIN THE BLOCKCHAINGOV DISCORD SERVER </b><a href='https://discord.gg/FgzSpTT6t6'><b>HERE</b></a><b> IF YOU WANT TO TAKE PART IN THE CONTINUED OVERTHROW AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE RISE OF COORDI-NATIONS.</b></p><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[During this last Crypto Commons Gathering I had the pleasure to meet Zachary Marlow from the Moneyless Society Podcast. We had the idea of recording a joint podcast with Zachary leading to talk about post-capitalism, crypto, and money. The discussion was also recorded in video format  which you can find  here on the Moneyless Society Podcast YouTube channel which I can recommend checking out!  ----------------------------  "WTF do BLOCKCHAIN and SOCIALISM have to do with each other?...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>During this last Crypto Commons Gathering I had the pleasure to meet <a href='https://twitter.com/zacharycmarlow'>Zachary Marlow</a> from the <a href='https://moneylesssociety.com/'>Moneyless Society Podcast</a>. We had the idea of recording a joint podcast with Zachary leading to talk about post-capitalism, crypto, and money. The discussion was also recorded in video format  which you can find  <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bwomuVhH61Q'>here</a> on the Moneyless Society Podcast YouTube channel which I can recommend checking out!<br/><br/>----------------------------<br/><br/>&quot;WTF do BLOCKCHAIN and SOCIALISM have to do with each other? More than you might think! Filmed live at a radical gathering of extremist nerds at the Commons Hub in the Austrian Alps, Marlow and Joshua Davila of the Blockchain Socialist podcast  and writer of &quot;Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It&quot; explore the postcapitalist side of crypto, web3, decentralized computing, the future of currency, and life without money.<br/><br/>Stumbling onto this community was radical, eye opening and an exciting dive into one of the most achievable frontiers of design science revolution: the web. Leave your preconceived notions of all these concepts at the door and let&apos;s reprogram a better world!&quot;<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>During this last Crypto Commons Gathering I had the pleasure to meet <a href='https://twitter.com/zacharycmarlow'>Zachary Marlow</a> from the <a href='https://moneylesssociety.com/'>Moneyless Society Podcast</a>. We had the idea of recording a joint podcast with Zachary leading to talk about post-capitalism, crypto, and money. The discussion was also recorded in video format  which you can find  <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bwomuVhH61Q'>here</a> on the Moneyless Society Podcast YouTube channel which I can recommend checking out!<br/><br/>----------------------------<br/><br/>&quot;WTF do BLOCKCHAIN and SOCIALISM have to do with each other? More than you might think! Filmed live at a radical gathering of extremist nerds at the Commons Hub in the Austrian Alps, Marlow and Joshua Davila of the Blockchain Socialist podcast  and writer of &quot;Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It&quot; explore the postcapitalist side of crypto, web3, decentralized computing, the future of currency, and life without money.<br/><br/>Stumbling onto this community was radical, eye opening and an exciting dive into one of the most achievable frontiers of design science revolution: the web. Leave your preconceived notions of all these concepts at the door and let&apos;s reprogram a better world!&quot;<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we spoke to Monty Merlin Bryant, a co-founder of ReFi DAO and environmentalist to discuss the movement behind ReFi or Regenerative Finance. ICYMI, ReFi DAO had previously started to declare itself a network state but has since learning more about coordi-nations, have shifted course towards our conceptual framework instead. We discuss what that process has been like and how ReFi DAO hopes to use the affordances of crypto to build a non-state force for aligning people and planet...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode we spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/MontyMerlin'>Monty Merlin Bryant</a>, a co-founder of <a href='https://linktr.ee/refidao'>ReFi DAO</a> and environmentalist to discuss the movement behind ReFi or Regenerative Finance. ICYMI, ReFi DAO had previously started to declare itself a network state but has since learning more about coordi-nations, have shifted course towards our conceptual framework instead. We discuss what that process has been like and how ReFi DAO hopes to use the affordances of crypto to build a non-state force for aligning people and planet.<br/><br/>Check out <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/otns-the-rise-of-coordi-nations-phase-2-has-begun/'>a previous episode</a> to learn more about our framework for out network state alternative,  coordi-nations.<br/><br/><b>JOIN THE BLOCKCHAINGOV DISCORD SERVER </b><a href='https://discord.gg/FgzSpTT6t6'><b>HERE</b></a><b> IF YOU WANT TO TAKE PART IN THE CONTINUED OVERTHROW AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE RISE OF COORDI-NATIONS.</b></p><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode we spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/MontyMerlin'>Monty Merlin Bryant</a>, a co-founder of <a href='https://linktr.ee/refidao'>ReFi DAO</a> and environmentalist to discuss the movement behind ReFi or Regenerative Finance. ICYMI, ReFi DAO had previously started to declare itself a network state but has since learning more about coordi-nations, have shifted course towards our conceptual framework instead. We discuss what that process has been like and how ReFi DAO hopes to use the affordances of crypto to build a non-state force for aligning people and planet.<br/><br/>Check out <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/otns-the-rise-of-coordi-nations-phase-2-has-begun/'>a previous episode</a> to learn more about our framework for out network state alternative,  coordi-nations.<br/><br/><b>JOIN THE BLOCKCHAINGOV DISCORD SERVER </b><a href='https://discord.gg/FgzSpTT6t6'><b>HERE</b></a><b> IF YOU WANT TO TAKE PART IN THE CONTINUED OVERTHROW AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE RISE OF COORDI-NATIONS.</b></p><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we spoke to co-founder of DAO Stack now working on Common, Matan Field who joined us at Zuzalu. During the discussion we talk about the need for scaling collective action, using fractal organization, and moving beyond economically based interdependence.   Check out a previous episode to learn more about our framework for out network state alternative,  coordi-nations.  JOIN THE BLOCKCHAINGOV DISCORD SERVER HERE IF YOU WANT TO TAKE PART IN THE CONTINUED OVERTHROW AND CONTR...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode we spoke to co-founder of DAO Stack now working on <a href='https://common.io/'>Common</a>, Matan Field who joined us at Zuzalu. During the discussion we talk about the need for scaling collective action, using fractal organization, and moving beyond economically based interdependence. <br/><br/>Check out <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/otns-the-rise-of-coordi-nations-phase-2-has-begun/'>a previous episode</a> to learn more about our framework for out network state alternative,  coordi-nations.<br/><br/><b>JOIN THE BLOCKCHAINGOV DISCORD SERVER </b><a href='https://discord.gg/FgzSpTT6t6'><b>HERE</b></a><b> IF YOU WANT TO TAKE PART IN THE CONTINUED OVERTHROW AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE RISE OF COORDI-NATIONS.</b></p><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode we spoke to co-founder of DAO Stack now working on <a href='https://common.io/'>Common</a>, Matan Field who joined us at Zuzalu. During the discussion we talk about the need for scaling collective action, using fractal organization, and moving beyond economically based interdependence. <br/><br/>Check out <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/otns-the-rise-of-coordi-nations-phase-2-has-begun/'>a previous episode</a> to learn more about our framework for out network state alternative,  coordi-nations.<br/><br/><b>JOIN THE BLOCKCHAINGOV DISCORD SERVER </b><a href='https://discord.gg/FgzSpTT6t6'><b>HERE</b></a><b> IF YOU WANT TO TAKE PART IN THE CONTINUED OVERTHROW AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE RISE OF COORDI-NATIONS.</b></p><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Open-Source Funding vs Venture Capital with Scott Moore</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode I spoke with Scott Moore, the co-founder of Gitcoin and Public Works. Scott was one of the pioneers in public goods funding through quadratic funding and DAOs.  During the discussion we talk about the "everything is coordination" meme, his advice for starting a DAO, and open source development. We also talk about our differences in views on the role of venture capital in crypto and avoiding the issues with the status quo for more collective forms of investment.  Venture Mutual...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke with <a href='https://twitter.com/notscottmoore'>Scott Moore</a>, the co-founder of <a href='https://twitter.com/gitcoin'>Gitcoin</a> and <a href='https://twitter.com/publicworksfm'>Public Works</a>. Scott was one of the pioneers in public goods funding through quadratic funding and DAOs.<br/><br/>During the discussion we talk about the &quot;everything is coordination&quot; meme, his advice for starting a DAO, and open source development. We also talk about our differences in views on the role of venture capital in crypto and avoiding the issues with the status quo for more collective forms of investment.<br/><br/>Venture Mutualism: https://www.publicworks.fm/mutualism<br/><br/>Music (Düne Düne by Acid Arab): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vC29TpGFgtE<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. <br/><br/>Socials<br/> </b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>Twitter</b></a><b> <br/></b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>Mastodon</b></a><b><br/> </b><a href='https://warpcast.com/tbsocialist'><b>Farcaster</b></a><b><br/></b><a href='https://staging.bsky.app/profile/tbsocialist.bsky.social'><b>Bluesky</b></a><b> <br/></b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> <br/></b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> </b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke with <a href='https://twitter.com/notscottmoore'>Scott Moore</a>, the co-founder of <a href='https://twitter.com/gitcoin'>Gitcoin</a> and <a href='https://twitter.com/publicworksfm'>Public Works</a>. Scott was one of the pioneers in public goods funding through quadratic funding and DAOs.<br/><br/>During the discussion we talk about the &quot;everything is coordination&quot; meme, his advice for starting a DAO, and open source development. We also talk about our differences in views on the role of venture capital in crypto and avoiding the issues with the status quo for more collective forms of investment.<br/><br/>Venture Mutualism: https://www.publicworks.fm/mutualism<br/><br/>Music (Düne Düne by Acid Arab): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vC29TpGFgtE<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. <br/><br/>Socials<br/> </b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>Twitter</b></a><b> <br/></b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>Mastodon</b></a><b><br/> </b><a href='https://warpcast.com/tbsocialist'><b>Farcaster</b></a><b><br/></b><a href='https://staging.bsky.app/profile/tbsocialist.bsky.social'><b>Bluesky</b></a><b> <br/></b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> <br/></b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> </b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>What is Left Accelerationism and Post-Work? Interview with Nick Srnicek</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke to Nick Srnicek, author of 'Platform Capitalism', 'Inventing the Future' and the 'MANIFESTO FOR AN ACCELERATIONIST POLITICS'. Together we dissect the roots of accelerationist politics of which Nick is known for his work on left accelerationism, its controversial implications, and its ongoing interpretation.   We discuss why he doesn't like the term accelerationist anymore, the trend of many people in crypto world identifying as accelerationists without knowing what it means, and the f...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to Nick Srnicek, author of &apos;Platform Capitalism&apos;, &apos;Inventing the Future&apos; and the &apos;<a href='http://www.cs.gettysburg.edu/~duncjo01/assets/writings/library/accelerate_manifesto.html'>MANIFESTO FOR AN ACCELERATIONIST POLITICS</a>&apos;. Together we dissect the roots of accelerationist politics of which Nick is known for his work on left accelerationism, its controversial implications, and its ongoing interpretation. <br/><br/>We discuss why he doesn&apos;t like the term accelerationist anymore, the trend of many people in crypto world identifying as accelerationists without knowing what it means, and the fight for freedom from work. We also talk about his latest book &apos;<a href='https://www.versobooks.com/en-gb/products/496-after-work'>After Work: A History of the Home and the Fight for Free Time</a>&apos; which he co-wrote with his partner Helen Hester.<br/><br/>Big thank you to <a href='https://www.dallascameron.com/'>Dallas Taylor</a> for helping edit this episode!<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>), or </b><a href='https://staging.bsky.app/profile/tbsocialist.bsky.social'><b>Bluesky</b></a><b> and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to Nick Srnicek, author of &apos;Platform Capitalism&apos;, &apos;Inventing the Future&apos; and the &apos;<a href='http://www.cs.gettysburg.edu/~duncjo01/assets/writings/library/accelerate_manifesto.html'>MANIFESTO FOR AN ACCELERATIONIST POLITICS</a>&apos;. Together we dissect the roots of accelerationist politics of which Nick is known for his work on left accelerationism, its controversial implications, and its ongoing interpretation. <br/><br/>We discuss why he doesn&apos;t like the term accelerationist anymore, the trend of many people in crypto world identifying as accelerationists without knowing what it means, and the fight for freedom from work. We also talk about his latest book &apos;<a href='https://www.versobooks.com/en-gb/products/496-after-work'>After Work: A History of the Home and the Fight for Free Time</a>&apos; which he co-wrote with his partner Helen Hester.<br/><br/>Big thank you to <a href='https://www.dallascameron.com/'>Dallas Taylor</a> for helping edit this episode!<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>), or </b><a href='https://staging.bsky.app/profile/tbsocialist.bsky.social'><b>Bluesky</b></a><b> and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>OTNS: Is Code still Law? Interview with Lawrence Lessig</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we had the pleasure of speaking to Lawrence Lessig, the legal scholar known for coining the term "code is law" which if you've been in crypto, you'll know that this phrase has been very influential on the space. During the discussion we talk about the original design of the internet, how it has opened up a Pandora's box of overlapping sovereignties, and  the role of code in regulation and its implications for democracy.  Check out a previous episode to learn more abo...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode we had the pleasure of speaking to Lawrence Lessig, the legal scholar known for coining the term &quot;code is law&quot; which if you&apos;ve been in crypto, you&apos;ll know that this phrase has been very influential on the space. During the discussion we talk about the original design of the internet, how it has opened up a Pandora&apos;s box of overlapping sovereignties, and  the role of code in regulation and its implications for democracy.</p><p> Check out <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/otns-the-rise-of-coordi-nations-phase-2-has-begun/'>a previous episode</a> to learn more about our framework for out network state alternative,  coordi-nations.<br/><br/><b>JOIN THE BLOCKCHAINGOV DISCORD SERVER </b><a href='https://discord.gg/FgzSpTT6t6'><b>HERE</b></a><b> IF YOU WANT TO TAKE PART IN THE CONTINUED OVERTHROW AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE RISE OF COORDI-NATIONS.</b></p><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.<br/></b><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode we had the pleasure of speaking to Lawrence Lessig, the legal scholar known for coining the term &quot;code is law&quot; which if you&apos;ve been in crypto, you&apos;ll know that this phrase has been very influential on the space. During the discussion we talk about the original design of the internet, how it has opened up a Pandora&apos;s box of overlapping sovereignties, and  the role of code in regulation and its implications for democracy.</p><p> Check out <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/otns-the-rise-of-coordi-nations-phase-2-has-begun/'>a previous episode</a> to learn more about our framework for out network state alternative,  coordi-nations.<br/><br/><b>JOIN THE BLOCKCHAINGOV DISCORD SERVER </b><a href='https://discord.gg/FgzSpTT6t6'><b>HERE</b></a><b> IF YOU WANT TO TAKE PART IN THE CONTINUED OVERTHROW AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE RISE OF COORDI-NATIONS.</b></p><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.<br/></b><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Venture capitalists steal from the future with David Z Morris</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode I spoke to David Z Morris, Chief Insights columnist at Coindesk who wrote a really nice book review of Block Radicals and creator of the Crypto Crooks podcast. David's been following the crypto space since near the beginning when he reported on the gold bug community's interest in bitcoin a decade ago. He is also the author of a book called Bitcoin is Magic.  During the discussion we talk about how the crypto space has evolved with the rise of venture capital, the insanity of ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/davidzmorris'>David Z Morris</a>, Chief Insights columnist at Coindesk who wrote a really nice <a href='https://www.coindesk.com/consensus-magazine/2023/08/03/crypto-and-the-real-meaning-of-radicalism/'>book review of Block Radicals</a> and creator of the <a href='https://www.coindesk.com/podcasts/crypto-crooks/'>Crypto Crooks</a> podcast. David&apos;s been following the crypto space since near the beginning when he reported on the gold bug community&apos;s interest in bitcoin a decade ago. He is also the author of a book called <a href='https://www.amazon.com/Bitcoin-Magic-Internet-Memetic-Warfare-ebook/dp/B07YXH973Y'>Bitcoin is Magic</a>.<br/><br/>During the discussion we talk about how the crypto space has evolved with the rise of venture capital, the insanity of the last crypto bubble, and socialist finance. One of the main things we conclude is that most of these big finance and VC think boi influencers are not nearly as smart as people think. In fact, if you&apos;re a listener of the podcast, you&apos;re probably smarter than them and less detached from reality.<br/><br/>Big thank you to <a href='https://www.dallascameron.com/'>Dallas Taylor</a> for helping edit this episode!<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/davidzmorris'>David Z Morris</a>, Chief Insights columnist at Coindesk who wrote a really nice <a href='https://www.coindesk.com/consensus-magazine/2023/08/03/crypto-and-the-real-meaning-of-radicalism/'>book review of Block Radicals</a> and creator of the <a href='https://www.coindesk.com/podcasts/crypto-crooks/'>Crypto Crooks</a> podcast. David&apos;s been following the crypto space since near the beginning when he reported on the gold bug community&apos;s interest in bitcoin a decade ago. He is also the author of a book called <a href='https://www.amazon.com/Bitcoin-Magic-Internet-Memetic-Warfare-ebook/dp/B07YXH973Y'>Bitcoin is Magic</a>.<br/><br/>During the discussion we talk about how the crypto space has evolved with the rise of venture capital, the insanity of the last crypto bubble, and socialist finance. One of the main things we conclude is that most of these big finance and VC think boi influencers are not nearly as smart as people think. In fact, if you&apos;re a listener of the podcast, you&apos;re probably smarter than them and less detached from reality.<br/><br/>Big thank you to <a href='https://www.dallascameron.com/'>Dallas Taylor</a> for helping edit this episode!<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Blockchain Radicals Book Launch Event in NYC</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode is coming out on August 8th, 2023, aka publishing day for my book, "Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It"!  On July 23rdI had the privilege to present my new book  in New York City at the offices of Metalabel for the official book launch event! I was also interviewed by the Chief Insights Columnist at CoinDesk, David Morris about the book and the outlook of crypto. Around 20 to 30 people came out, received signed copies, and had some refreshmen...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode is coming out on August 8th, 2023, aka publishing day for my book, &quot;<a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/blockchain-radicals-book-announcement/'>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</a>&quot;!<br/><br/>On July 23rdI had the privilege to present my new book  in New York City at the offices of <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/company/metalabel/'>Metalabel</a> for the official book launch event! I was also interviewed by the Chief Insights Columnist at <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/company/coindesk/'>CoinDesk</a>, <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAANyh_kBmqxhacccLP84Olxe9FBu4HzUhvo'>David Morris</a> about the book and the outlook of crypto. Around 20 to 30 people came out, received signed copies, and had some refreshments. It was a fun time!<br/><br/>If you&apos;re interested in getting a copy, you can find multiple vendors across countries and geographies to find the place for you to order your copy from <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>here</a>. Additionally I&apos;ll be doing book signing events in <a href='https://www.eventbrite.com/e/author-event-the-blockchain-socialist-tickets-682399193357'>Dallas, TX</a> on August 10th, <a href='http://metafest.wtf'>MetaFest</a> in Pula, Croatia, the <a href='https://crypto-commons.org/crypto-commons-gathering-2023'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> in Austria, and in Berlin during Berlin Blockchain Week if you happen to be there.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode is coming out on August 8th, 2023, aka publishing day for my book, &quot;<a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/blockchain-radicals-book-announcement/'>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</a>&quot;!<br/><br/>On July 23rdI had the privilege to present my new book  in New York City at the offices of <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/company/metalabel/'>Metalabel</a> for the official book launch event! I was also interviewed by the Chief Insights Columnist at <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/company/coindesk/'>CoinDesk</a>, <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAANyh_kBmqxhacccLP84Olxe9FBu4HzUhvo'>David Morris</a> about the book and the outlook of crypto. Around 20 to 30 people came out, received signed copies, and had some refreshments. It was a fun time!<br/><br/>If you&apos;re interested in getting a copy, you can find multiple vendors across countries and geographies to find the place for you to order your copy from <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>here</a>. Additionally I&apos;ll be doing book signing events in <a href='https://www.eventbrite.com/e/author-event-the-blockchain-socialist-tickets-682399193357'>Dallas, TX</a> on August 10th, <a href='http://metafest.wtf'>MetaFest</a> in Pula, Croatia, the <a href='https://crypto-commons.org/crypto-commons-gathering-2023'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> in Austria, and in Berlin during Berlin Blockchain Week if you happen to be there.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Crypto in Africa and the Communism of Ubuntu</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode I spoke to Eric Annan, founder of Aya, a startup in Africa trying to bring more Africans into the crypto space I met while at Zuzalu. We had some very interesting conversations together while there and I thought he would be great to have on the show to discuss crypto from one African perspective.   During the discussion we spoke about the realities of crypto in Africa, the potential of blockchain for pan-Africanism, and "the Communism of Ubuntu" embedded in Africa's communal c...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/e_annan24'>Eric Annan</a>, founder of <a href='https://twitter.com/ayagigs'>Aya</a>, a startup in Africa trying to bring more Africans into the crypto space I met while at Zuzalu. We had some very interesting conversations together while there and I thought he would be great to have on the show to discuss crypto from one African perspective. <br/><br/>During the discussion we spoke about the realities of crypto in Africa, the potential of blockchain for pan-Africanism, and &quot;the Communism of Ubuntu&quot; embedded in Africa&apos;s communal culture. <br/> <br/>Big thank you to <a href='https://www.dallascameron.com/'>Dallas Taylor</a> for helping edit this episode!<br/><br/>Also I will be having <a href='https://www.eventbrite.com/e/author-event-the-blockchain-socialist-tickets-682399193357'>another book event</a> in<b> Dallas, TX on August 10th at 7PM at Whose Books</b>, a latino-owned bookstore in Bishop Arts. I&apos;ll be doing a presentation and book signing where you can also get a copy of book. Hope to see some of you there!</p><p>Be sure to sign up for the <a href='https://www.eventbrite.com/e/author-event-the-blockchain-socialist-tickets-682399193357'>event on the eventbrite page</a>! It is funded completely through donations so feel free to contribute whatever you feel comfortable with through the site.<br/><br/></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/e_annan24'>Eric Annan</a>, founder of <a href='https://twitter.com/ayagigs'>Aya</a>, a startup in Africa trying to bring more Africans into the crypto space I met while at Zuzalu. We had some very interesting conversations together while there and I thought he would be great to have on the show to discuss crypto from one African perspective. <br/><br/>During the discussion we spoke about the realities of crypto in Africa, the potential of blockchain for pan-Africanism, and &quot;the Communism of Ubuntu&quot; embedded in Africa&apos;s communal culture. <br/> <br/>Big thank you to <a href='https://www.dallascameron.com/'>Dallas Taylor</a> for helping edit this episode!<br/><br/>Also I will be having <a href='https://www.eventbrite.com/e/author-event-the-blockchain-socialist-tickets-682399193357'>another book event</a> in<b> Dallas, TX on August 10th at 7PM at Whose Books</b>, a latino-owned bookstore in Bishop Arts. I&apos;ll be doing a presentation and book signing where you can also get a copy of book. Hope to see some of you there!</p><p>Be sure to sign up for the <a href='https://www.eventbrite.com/e/author-event-the-blockchain-socialist-tickets-682399193357'>event on the eventbrite page</a>! It is funded completely through donations so feel free to contribute whatever you feel comfortable with through the site.<br/><br/></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke with <a href='https://twitter.com/ashtaybuck'>Ashley Buck</a>, the founder of <a href='https://resource.finance/'>ReSource Finance</a> and was also the first employee of Consensys. ReSource Finance is a decentralized mutual credit protocol and ecosystem building more regenerative economies by enabling growth without capital. <br/><br/>ReSource is innovative in the mutual credit space because it adds a built in system for managing risk in the case of a default. During the discussion we spoke about her experience in the early crypto community, how ReSource manages risk, and building bridges to new systems. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke with <a href='https://twitter.com/ashtaybuck'>Ashley Buck</a>, the founder of <a href='https://resource.finance/'>ReSource Finance</a> and was also the first employee of Consensys. ReSource Finance is a decentralized mutual credit protocol and ecosystem building more regenerative economies by enabling growth without capital. <br/><br/>ReSource is innovative in the mutual credit space because it adds a built in system for managing risk in the case of a default. During the discussion we spoke about her experience in the early crypto community, how ReSource manages risk, and building bridges to new systems. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we continue Phase 2 of OTNS with Michel Bauwens, founder of the P2P Foundation. We discuss his concept of cosmo-localism which advocates for everything heavy to be local, and everything light to be global, how many medieval institutions were cosmo-local, and the implications of the rise of knowledge workers detached from physical territory.   Check out a previous episode to learn more about our framework for out network stae alternative,  coordi-nations.  JOIN THE BL...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode we continue Phase 2 of OTNS with Michel Bauwens, founder of the P2P Foundation. We discuss his concept of cosmo-localism which advocates for everything heavy to be local, and everything light to be global, how many medieval institutions were cosmo-local, and the implications of the rise of knowledge workers detached from physical territory.<br/> <br/>Check out <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/otns-the-rise-of-coordi-nations-phase-2-has-begun/'>a previous episode</a> to learn more about our framework for out network stae alternative,  coordi-nations.<br/><br/><b>JOIN THE BLOCKCHAINGOV DISCORD SERVER </b><a href='https://discord.gg/FgzSpTT6t6'><b>HERE</b></a><b> IF YOU WANT TO TAKE PART IN THE CONTINUED OVERTHROW AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE RISE OF COORDI-NATIONS.</b></p><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) or</b> <a href='https://www.lensfrens.xyz/theblockchainsocialist.lens'><b>Lens</b></a><b>  and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode we continue Phase 2 of OTNS with Michel Bauwens, founder of the P2P Foundation. We discuss his concept of cosmo-localism which advocates for everything heavy to be local, and everything light to be global, how many medieval institutions were cosmo-local, and the implications of the rise of knowledge workers detached from physical territory.<br/> <br/>Check out <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/otns-the-rise-of-coordi-nations-phase-2-has-begun/'>a previous episode</a> to learn more about our framework for out network stae alternative,  coordi-nations.<br/><br/><b>JOIN THE BLOCKCHAINGOV DISCORD SERVER </b><a href='https://discord.gg/FgzSpTT6t6'><b>HERE</b></a><b> IF YOU WANT TO TAKE PART IN THE CONTINUED OVERTHROW AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE RISE OF COORDI-NATIONS.</b></p><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) or</b> <a href='https://www.lensfrens.xyz/theblockchainsocialist.lens'><b>Lens</b></a><b>  and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[While at Zuzalu, Primavera and I spoke with Jessy Kate Schingler who also attended and contributed to the coordi-nations private workshops. During the interview we spoke about her work on extitutional theory, her experience in building communities with intentional communities, and how this all relates to corrdi-nations. Since Zuzalu, Jessy and Primavera wrote a written explanation of what coordi-nations are on Medium.  Check out the last episode to learn more about our concept of coordi-natio...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>While at Zuzalu, Primavera and I spoke with <a href='https://twitter.com/jessykate'>Jessy Kate Schingler</a> who also attended and contributed to the coordi-nations private workshops. During the interview we spoke about her work on extitutional theory, her experience in building communities with intentional communities, and how this all relates to corrdi-nations. Since Zuzalu, Jessy and Primavera wrote a <a href='https://jessykate.medium.com/coordi-nations-a-new-institutional-structure-for-global-cooperation-3ef38d6e2cfa'>written explanation</a> of what coordi-nations are on Medium.<br/><br/>Check out the <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/otns-the-rise-of-coordi-nations-phase-2-has-begun/'>last episode</a> to learn more about our concept of coordi-nations.<br/><br/><strong>JOIN THE BLOCKCHAINGOV DISCORD SERVER </strong><a href='https://discord.gg/FgzSpTT6t6'><strong>HERE</strong></a><strong> IF YOU WANT TO TAKE PART IN THE CONTINUED OVERTHROW AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE RISE OF COORDI-NATIONS.</strong></p><div>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><strong>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </strong><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><strong>Patreon</strong></a><strong> starting at just </strong><strong><em>$3 per month</em></strong><strong>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</strong><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><strong>@TBSocialist</strong></a><strong>) Mastodon (</strong><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><strong>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</strong></a><strong>) or</strong> <a href='https://www.lensfrens.xyz/theblockchainsocialist.lens'><strong>Lens</strong></a><strong>  and join the </strong><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><strong>r/CryptoLeftists</strong></a><strong> subreddit and </strong><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><strong>Discord</strong></a><strong> to join the discussion.<br/></strong><br/></div><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>While at Zuzalu, Primavera and I spoke with <a href='https://twitter.com/jessykate'>Jessy Kate Schingler</a> who also attended and contributed to the coordi-nations private workshops. During the interview we spoke about her work on extitutional theory, her experience in building communities with intentional communities, and how this all relates to corrdi-nations. Since Zuzalu, Jessy and Primavera wrote a <a href='https://jessykate.medium.com/coordi-nations-a-new-institutional-structure-for-global-cooperation-3ef38d6e2cfa'>written explanation</a> of what coordi-nations are on Medium.<br/><br/>Check out the <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/otns-the-rise-of-coordi-nations-phase-2-has-begun/'>last episode</a> to learn more about our concept of coordi-nations.<br/><br/><strong>JOIN THE BLOCKCHAINGOV DISCORD SERVER </strong><a href='https://discord.gg/FgzSpTT6t6'><strong>HERE</strong></a><strong> IF YOU WANT TO TAKE PART IN THE CONTINUED OVERTHROW AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE RISE OF COORDI-NATIONS.</strong></p><div>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><strong>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </strong><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><strong>Patreon</strong></a><strong> starting at just </strong><strong><em>$3 per month</em></strong><strong>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</strong><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><strong>@TBSocialist</strong></a><strong>) Mastodon (</strong><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><strong>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</strong></a><strong>) or</strong> <a href='https://www.lensfrens.xyz/theblockchainsocialist.lens'><strong>Lens</strong></a><strong>  and join the </strong><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><strong>r/CryptoLeftists</strong></a><strong> subreddit and </strong><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><strong>Discord</strong></a><strong> to join the discussion.<br/></strong><br/></div><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <title>Collaborative Finance: Credit clearing for collectively doing more with less capital</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this episode I spoke to Ethen Buchman (@buchmanster) and Tomaž Fleischman (@T_Fleischman) in person while at the  Commons Hub in Austria from May 22nd to 28th for the Collaborative Finance event with the Crypto Commons Association, one of the projects part of the Breadchain Cooperative. Ethan is one of the co-founders of Cosmos and works at Informal Systems, a workers cooperative that focuses on building Cosmos infrastructure with Tomaž.   A big theme of the Collaborative Finance eve...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to Ethen Buchman (<a href='https://twitter.com/buchmanster'>@buchmanster</a>) and Tomaž Fleischman (<a href='https://twitter.com/T_Fleischman'>@T_Fleischman</a>) in person while at the  Commons Hub<b> </b>in Austria from May 22nd to 28th for the Collaborative Finance<b> </b>event with the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/'>Crypto Commons Association</a>, one of the projects part of the <a href='https://breadchain.xyz/'>Breadchain Cooperative</a>. Ethan is one of the co-founders of Cosmos and works at Informal Systems, a workers cooperative that focuses on building Cosmos infrastructure with Tomaž. <br/><br/>A big theme of the Collaborative Finance event was about the <a href='https://www.mdpi.com/1911-8074/13/12/295'>paper Tomaž co-wrote</a> while working with Sardex about multilateral trade clearing setoffs, or giving the ability of credit clearing to everyone rather than it being just something banks get to do. During the interview we spoke about what happened at the  event, the political implications of giving credit clearing to everyone, and how this type of system could be implemented in Cosmos.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to Ethen Buchman (<a href='https://twitter.com/buchmanster'>@buchmanster</a>) and Tomaž Fleischman (<a href='https://twitter.com/T_Fleischman'>@T_Fleischman</a>) in person while at the  Commons Hub<b> </b>in Austria from May 22nd to 28th for the Collaborative Finance<b> </b>event with the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/'>Crypto Commons Association</a>, one of the projects part of the <a href='https://breadchain.xyz/'>Breadchain Cooperative</a>. Ethan is one of the co-founders of Cosmos and works at Informal Systems, a workers cooperative that focuses on building Cosmos infrastructure with Tomaž. <br/><br/>A big theme of the Collaborative Finance event was about the <a href='https://www.mdpi.com/1911-8074/13/12/295'>paper Tomaž co-wrote</a> while working with Sardex about multilateral trade clearing setoffs, or giving the ability of credit clearing to everyone rather than it being just something banks get to do. During the interview we spoke about what happened at the  event, the political implications of giving credit clearing to everyone, and how this type of system could be implemented in Cosmos.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>OTNS: The Rise of Coordi-Nations (Phase 2 has begun)</itunes:title>
    <title>OTNS: The Rise of Coordi-Nations (Phase 2 has begun)</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Last month Primavera and I spent about two weeks at Zuzalu in Montenegro with a team of people from Blockchaingov and elsewhere to concretely define our network state alternative of Coordi-Nations. We had five days of all day intensive workshops and three days of public presentations where we shared our findings to the attendees of Zuzalu. Right at the end of our experience at Zuzalu we recorded this episode to share what we came up with and our experience.   Besides this episode, we hav...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Last month Primavera and I spent about two weeks at <a href='https://zuzalu.city/'>Zuzalu</a> in Montenegro with a team of people from Blockchaingov and elsewhere to concretely define our network state alternative of Coordi-Nations. We had five days of all day intensive workshops and three days of public presentations where we shared our findings to the attendees of Zuzalu. Right at the end of our experience at Zuzalu we recorded this episode to share what we came up with and our experience. <br/><br/>Besides this episode, we have plenty of writing and presentations that will be making its way out once it&apos;s ready. For the moment note that Phase 2 of the overthrow has officially begun and our focus of the series will start moving away from critique and towards building.</p><p><b>JOIN THE BLOCKCHAINGOV DISCORD SERVER </b><a href='https://discord.gg/FgzSpTT6t6'><b>HERE</b></a><b> IF YOU WANT TO TAKE PART IN THE CONTINUED OVERTHROW AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE RISE OF COORDI-NATIONS.</b><br/><br/>The definition of coordi-nations: </p><ul><li>Coordi-Nations are voluntary interwoven networks of communities, with aligned values and a shared identity. They mutualise resources to redistribute them within the network and to engage in collective action, through participatory governance and interdepenedency between nodes.</li></ul><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) or</b> <a href='https://www.lensfrens.xyz/theblockchainsocialist.lens'><b>Lens</b></a><b>  and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Last month Primavera and I spent about two weeks at <a href='https://zuzalu.city/'>Zuzalu</a> in Montenegro with a team of people from Blockchaingov and elsewhere to concretely define our network state alternative of Coordi-Nations. We had five days of all day intensive workshops and three days of public presentations where we shared our findings to the attendees of Zuzalu. Right at the end of our experience at Zuzalu we recorded this episode to share what we came up with and our experience. <br/><br/>Besides this episode, we have plenty of writing and presentations that will be making its way out once it&apos;s ready. For the moment note that Phase 2 of the overthrow has officially begun and our focus of the series will start moving away from critique and towards building.</p><p><b>JOIN THE BLOCKCHAINGOV DISCORD SERVER </b><a href='https://discord.gg/FgzSpTT6t6'><b>HERE</b></a><b> IF YOU WANT TO TAKE PART IN THE CONTINUED OVERTHROW AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE RISE OF COORDI-NATIONS.</b><br/><br/>The definition of coordi-nations: </p><ul><li>Coordi-Nations are voluntary interwoven networks of communities, with aligned values and a shared identity. They mutualise resources to redistribute them within the network and to engage in collective action, through participatory governance and interdepenedency between nodes.</li></ul><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) or</b> <a href='https://www.lensfrens.xyz/theblockchainsocialist.lens'><b>Lens</b></a><b>  and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>OTNS: DAOs and Decentralized Mafias</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Primavera and I have been at Zuzalu and took the opportunity to speak with Ameen Soleimani (@ameensol) about his role in Ethereum history and the creation of Moloch DAO and Privacy Pools. We also discussed the geopolitical implications of crypto technology and how it relates to thinking about network states.  Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique The Network State  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageabl...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Primavera and I have been at Zuzalu and took the opportunity to speak with Ameen Soleimani <a href='https://twitter.com/ameensol'>(@ameensol</a>) about his role in Ethereum history and the creation of Moloch DAO and Privacy Pools. We also discussed the geopolitical implications of crypto technology and how it relates to thinking about network states.<br/><br/>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) or</b> <a href='https://www.lensfrens.xyz/theblockchainsocialist.lens'><b>Lens</b></a><b>  and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Primavera and I have been at Zuzalu and took the opportunity to speak with Ameen Soleimani <a href='https://twitter.com/ameensol'>(@ameensol</a>) about his role in Ethereum history and the creation of Moloch DAO and Privacy Pools. We also discussed the geopolitical implications of crypto technology and how it relates to thinking about network states.<br/><br/>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) or</b> <a href='https://www.lensfrens.xyz/theblockchainsocialist.lens'><b>Lens</b></a><b>  and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>OTNS: Network States is what you get when you have VC-brain</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode Primavera (@yaoeo), Tara Merk (@mpg_dd), and I speak to Jahed Monand (@againstutopia), co-founder and partner of Cerulean Ventures, co-host of The Ownership Economy podcast (@ownereconomy), and left wing anarchist. During the discussion we speak about Jahed's interactions with Balaji, the violence inherent to borders, and the real problem with heavily regulated industries like healthcare (hint: it's not the FDA). Jahed is also now officially the resident anarchist for the show...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode Primavera (<a href='https://twitter.com/yaoeo'>@yaoeo</a>), Tara Merk (<a href='https://twitter.com/mpg_dd'>@mpg_dd</a>), and I speak to Jahed Monand (<a href='https://twitter.com/againstutopia'>@againstutopia</a>), co-founder and partner of Cerulean Ventures, co-host of The Ownership Economy podcast (<a href='https://twitter.com/ownereconomy'>@ownereconomy</a>), and left wing anarchist. During the discussion we speak about Jahed&apos;s interactions with Balaji, the violence inherent to borders, and the real problem with heavily regulated industries like healthcare (hint: it&apos;s not the FDA). Jahed is also now officially the resident anarchist for the show.</p><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) or</b> <a href='https://www.lensfrens.xyz/theblockchainsocialist.lens'><b>Lens</b></a><b>  and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode Primavera (<a href='https://twitter.com/yaoeo'>@yaoeo</a>), Tara Merk (<a href='https://twitter.com/mpg_dd'>@mpg_dd</a>), and I speak to Jahed Monand (<a href='https://twitter.com/againstutopia'>@againstutopia</a>), co-founder and partner of Cerulean Ventures, co-host of The Ownership Economy podcast (<a href='https://twitter.com/ownereconomy'>@ownereconomy</a>), and left wing anarchist. During the discussion we speak about Jahed&apos;s interactions with Balaji, the violence inherent to borders, and the real problem with heavily regulated industries like healthcare (hint: it&apos;s not the FDA). Jahed is also now officially the resident anarchist for the show.</p><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) or</b> <a href='https://www.lensfrens.xyz/theblockchainsocialist.lens'><b>Lens</b></a><b>  and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode I spoke with Richard Bartlett (@RichDecibels), a co-founder of tech co-op Loomio, non-hierarchical management consultancy The Hum, and director of the social impact collective Enspiral. His most recent endeavour is a community building network called Microsolidarity, Although I've followed him for a while now, we met in person at the Solarpunk NOW event in Austria organized by the Crypto Commons Association part of the Breadchain Cooperative.    During the interview we di...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke with <a href='http://richdecibels.com/'>Richard Bartlett</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/RichDecibels'>@RichDecibels</a>), a co-founder of tech co-op <a href='http://loomio.coop/'>Loomio</a>, non-hierarchical management consultancy <a href='http://thehum.org/'>The Hum</a>, and director of the social impact collective <a href='http://enspiral.com/'>Enspiral</a>. His most recent endeavour is a community building network called <a href='http://microsolidarity.cc/'>Microsolidarity</a>, Although I&apos;ve followed him for a while now, we met in person at the Solarpunk NOW event in Austria organized by the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/'>Crypto Commons Association</a> part of the <a href='https://breadchain.xyz/'>Breadchain Cooperative</a>.  <br/><br/>During the interview we discussed his experience in building high trust communities, his thoughts on crypto world, and dealing with the contradiction of being on the left and needing to both live within and be against capitalism at the same time. If you&apos;re interested in learning more about decentralized organizing, I highly recommend checking out the  <a href='https://betterworktogether.co/'>Better work together book</a> written by those who have been a part of Enspiral. <br/><br/><strong>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </strong><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><strong>Patreon</strong></a><strong> starting at just </strong><strong><em>$3 per month</em></strong><strong>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</strong><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><strong>@TBSocialist</strong></a><strong>) or Mastodon (</strong><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><strong>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</strong></a><strong>) and join the </strong><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><strong>r/CryptoLeftists</strong></a><strong> subreddit and </strong><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><strong>Discord</strong></a><strong> to join the discussion.<br/></strong><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke with <a href='http://richdecibels.com/'>Richard Bartlett</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/RichDecibels'>@RichDecibels</a>), a co-founder of tech co-op <a href='http://loomio.coop/'>Loomio</a>, non-hierarchical management consultancy <a href='http://thehum.org/'>The Hum</a>, and director of the social impact collective <a href='http://enspiral.com/'>Enspiral</a>. His most recent endeavour is a community building network called <a href='http://microsolidarity.cc/'>Microsolidarity</a>, Although I&apos;ve followed him for a while now, we met in person at the Solarpunk NOW event in Austria organized by the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/'>Crypto Commons Association</a> part of the <a href='https://breadchain.xyz/'>Breadchain Cooperative</a>.  <br/><br/>During the interview we discussed his experience in building high trust communities, his thoughts on crypto world, and dealing with the contradiction of being on the left and needing to both live within and be against capitalism at the same time. If you&apos;re interested in learning more about decentralized organizing, I highly recommend checking out the  <a href='https://betterworktogether.co/'>Better work together book</a> written by those who have been a part of Enspiral. <br/><br/><strong>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </strong><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><strong>Patreon</strong></a><strong> starting at just </strong><strong><em>$3 per month</em></strong><strong>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</strong><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><strong>@TBSocialist</strong></a><strong>) or Mastodon (</strong><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><strong>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</strong></a><strong>) and join the </strong><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><strong>r/CryptoLeftists</strong></a><strong> subreddit and </strong><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><strong>Discord</strong></a><strong> to join the discussion.<br/></strong><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>OTNS: Critiques and Alternatives from a Former Professional Libertarian</itunes:title>
    <title>OTNS: Critiques and Alternatives from a Former Professional Libertarian</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this episode of OTNS, Primavera and I spoke to Chris Berg, a cryptoeconomist, co-director at the RMIT Blockchain Hub, and a "former professional libertarian". During the conversation we spoke about Chris' revisionist history of blockchains, the shortcomings of TNS from a libertarian point of view, and Balaji's state envy. Like we mentioned at the beginning of the series, we want to talk to people who have different views than us, but we found interesting about Chris is that he is a promin...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this episode of OTNS, <a href='https://twitter.com/yaoeo'>Primavera</a> and I spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/chrisberg'>Chris Berg</a>, a cryptoeconomist, co-director at the <a href='https://twitter.com/blockchainrmit'>RMIT Blockchain Hub</a>, and a &quot;former professional libertarian&quot;. During the conversation we spoke about Chris&apos; revisionist history of blockchains, the shortcomings of TNS from a libertarian point of view, and Balaji&apos;s state envy. Like we mentioned at the beginning of the series, we want to talk to people who have different views than us, but we found interesting about Chris is that he is a prominent libertarian but still has many criticisms of TNS.<br/><br/>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) or</b> <a href='https://www.lensfrens.xyz/theblockchainsocialist.lens'><b>Lens</b></a><b>  and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this episode of OTNS, <a href='https://twitter.com/yaoeo'>Primavera</a> and I spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/chrisberg'>Chris Berg</a>, a cryptoeconomist, co-director at the <a href='https://twitter.com/blockchainrmit'>RMIT Blockchain Hub</a>, and a &quot;former professional libertarian&quot;. During the conversation we spoke about Chris&apos; revisionist history of blockchains, the shortcomings of TNS from a libertarian point of view, and Balaji&apos;s state envy. Like we mentioned at the beginning of the series, we want to talk to people who have different views than us, but we found interesting about Chris is that he is a prominent libertarian but still has many criticisms of TNS.<br/><br/>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) or</b> <a href='https://www.lensfrens.xyz/theblockchainsocialist.lens'><b>Lens</b></a><b>  and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>OTNS: Institutional Design and Recognizing the Value of Politics</itunes:title>
    <title>OTNS: Institutional Design and Recognizing the Value of Politics</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this episode of OTNS, Primavera and I spoke to Jason Potts (@profjasonpotts), a professor of economics and co-director of blockchain innovation hub of RMIT. This is the first episode in the series where we're talking to someone who is still a fan of Balaji. During the interview we spoke about his disappointments in the book, how productive forces are evolving past market capitalism, and the commons. Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov wher...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this episode of OTNS, Primavera and I spoke to Jason Potts (<a href='https://twitter.com/profjasonpotts'>@profjasonpotts</a>), a professor of economics and co-director of blockchain innovation hub of RMIT. This is the first episode in the series where we&apos;re talking to someone who is still a fan of Balaji. During the interview we spoke about his disappointments in the book, how productive forces are evolving past market capitalism, and the commons.</p><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) or</b> <a href='https://www.lensfrens.xyz/theblockchainsocialist.lens'><b>Lens</b></a><b>  and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this episode of OTNS, Primavera and I spoke to Jason Potts (<a href='https://twitter.com/profjasonpotts'>@profjasonpotts</a>), a professor of economics and co-director of blockchain innovation hub of RMIT. This is the first episode in the series where we&apos;re talking to someone who is still a fan of Balaji. During the interview we spoke about his disappointments in the book, how productive forces are evolving past market capitalism, and the commons.</p><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) or</b> <a href='https://www.lensfrens.xyz/theblockchainsocialist.lens'><b>Lens</b></a><b>  and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>BONUS: Join Monetary Activists at Collaborative Finance!</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[BONUS EPISODE  I spoke to Matthew Slater (@matslats) about an upcoming event happening at the  Commons Hub in Austria from May 22nd to 28th called Collaborative Finance that he is helping organize with the Crypto Commons Association, one of the projects part of the Breadchain Cooperative which I co-founded. We spoke about what Collaborative Finance means, how money actually gets created in the private sector, and what you can expect at the event.   To Learn More and Get Tickets to Collab...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>BONUS EPISODE<br/><br/>I spoke to Matthew Slater (<a href='https://twitter.com/matslats'>@matslats</a>) about an upcoming event happening at the  <b>Commons Hub </b>in Austria from <b>May 22nd to 28th</b> called <b>Collaborative Finance</b> that he is helping organize with the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/'>Crypto Commons Association</a>, one of the projects part of the <a href='https://breadchain.xyz/'>Breadchain Cooperative</a> which I co-founded. We spoke about what Collaborative Finance means, how money actually gets created in the private sector, and what you can expect at the event. <br/><br/><b>To Learn More and Get Tickets to Collaborative Finance </b><a href='https://gqcca.notion.site/Collaborative-Finance-fefaea11d64e4b3b8c709bb0b9cb1519'><b>Click HERE</b></a><br/><br/>It is clear that crypto&apos;s promise to be or become money has not touched the real economy. An unregulated commodity could only ever serve as money during economic collapse. The whole blockchain sector, driven by speculative capital, has been issuing tokens and then looking for suckers to hodl them.</p><blockquote>&quot;Anyone can create money... the problem lies in getting it accepted.&quot; Hyman Minsky</blockquote><p>If we start from money, not as a long-term store of value, but as a facilitator of trade and exchange within existing networks, then an entirely different class of bottom-up, private, decentralised, member-governed monies can be envisaged.</p><p>Since quantitative easing became a way of life, the real economy needs access more than ever to fiat denominated credit. It is a question not only of economic power but also political powers and freedoms. With a financial system designed to drive the majority into debt, the only source of credit we have is each other. The challenge therefore is to build social and technical infrastructure that enables mom &amp; pop businesses to issue, circulate, clear and redeem and insure non-bank credit amongst themselves.</p><p>At the Commons Hub in Austria, May 22-28th, leaders and innovators will gather to share practice and progress on systems of collaborative credit</p><ul><li>mutual credit where members provide each other with trade liquidity</li><li>mesh credit, which is backed along ‘trust-lines’</li><li>voucher credit, issued by individuals against future products.</li><li>multilateral obligation clearing in which a outstanding invoices are ‘netted’ out, to dampen cashflow.</li></ul><p>Some are working with blockchains, others not. Come and chill with us as we break the DeFI impasse and explore new avenues of financial activism.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) or</b> <a href='https://www.lensfrens.xyz/theblockchainsocialist.lens'><b>Lens</b></a><b>  and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>BONUS EPISODE<br/><br/>I spoke to Matthew Slater (<a href='https://twitter.com/matslats'>@matslats</a>) about an upcoming event happening at the  <b>Commons Hub </b>in Austria from <b>May 22nd to 28th</b> called <b>Collaborative Finance</b> that he is helping organize with the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/'>Crypto Commons Association</a>, one of the projects part of the <a href='https://breadchain.xyz/'>Breadchain Cooperative</a> which I co-founded. We spoke about what Collaborative Finance means, how money actually gets created in the private sector, and what you can expect at the event. <br/><br/><b>To Learn More and Get Tickets to Collaborative Finance </b><a href='https://gqcca.notion.site/Collaborative-Finance-fefaea11d64e4b3b8c709bb0b9cb1519'><b>Click HERE</b></a><br/><br/>It is clear that crypto&apos;s promise to be or become money has not touched the real economy. An unregulated commodity could only ever serve as money during economic collapse. The whole blockchain sector, driven by speculative capital, has been issuing tokens and then looking for suckers to hodl them.</p><blockquote>&quot;Anyone can create money... the problem lies in getting it accepted.&quot; Hyman Minsky</blockquote><p>If we start from money, not as a long-term store of value, but as a facilitator of trade and exchange within existing networks, then an entirely different class of bottom-up, private, decentralised, member-governed monies can be envisaged.</p><p>Since quantitative easing became a way of life, the real economy needs access more than ever to fiat denominated credit. It is a question not only of economic power but also political powers and freedoms. With a financial system designed to drive the majority into debt, the only source of credit we have is each other. The challenge therefore is to build social and technical infrastructure that enables mom &amp; pop businesses to issue, circulate, clear and redeem and insure non-bank credit amongst themselves.</p><p>At the Commons Hub in Austria, May 22-28th, leaders and innovators will gather to share practice and progress on systems of collaborative credit</p><ul><li>mutual credit where members provide each other with trade liquidity</li><li>mesh credit, which is backed along ‘trust-lines’</li><li>voucher credit, issued by individuals against future products.</li><li>multilateral obligation clearing in which a outstanding invoices are ‘netted’ out, to dampen cashflow.</li></ul><p>Some are working with blockchains, others not. Come and chill with us as we break the DeFI impasse and explore new avenues of financial activism.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) or</b> <a href='https://www.lensfrens.xyz/theblockchainsocialist.lens'><b>Lens</b></a><b>  and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Inside the Cybernetic Forest: Terra0&#39;s Vision for Nature to Own Itself</itunes:title>
    <title>Inside the Cybernetic Forest: Terra0&#39;s Vision for Nature to Own Itself</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode I spoke with Paul Seidler (@brachlandberlin), a member of the Terra0 artist collective. Terra0 has been around since 2016 when it released a whitepaper outlining how a technologically enhanced forest combine with blockchain could own itself and exert autonomy. Since then the collective has organized several exhibitions exploring this theme including Flowertokens, an experiment with tokenization and verification of natural commodities, and an early attempt at creating a combine...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke with Paul Seidler (<a href='https://twitter.com/brachlandberlin'>@brachlandberlin</a>), a member of the <a href='https://terra0.org/'>Terra0 </a>artist collective. Terra0 has been around since 2016 when it released a whitepaper outlining how a technologically enhanced forest combine with blockchain could own itself and exert autonomy. Since then the collective has organized several exhibitions exploring this theme including <a href='https://flowertokens.terra0.org/'>Flowertokens</a>, an experiment with tokenization and verification of natural commodities, and an early attempt at creating a combined crypto-collectible physical asset in 2018. <br/><br/>During the interview we talk about how Paul&apos;s thinking has evolved with Terra0&apos;s experience with various art installations, dystopian sci-fi, and Regenerative Finance. We also discuss how DAOs could be a trojan horse for introducing employee ownership into the economy. <br/><br/><b>More Sources</b><br/><a href='https://terra0.org/assets/pdf/terra0_white_paper_2016.pdf'>Original Terra0 whitepaper</a><br/><a href='https://terra0.medium.com/wen-growth-an-introduction-to-seed-capital-8d4a9df93789'>Seed Capital</a>, a sculpture that suggests ways to rethink the economic and ecological relationships between viewers, the institution and the artwork.<br/><a href='https://terra0.medium.com/two-degrees-nft-5af1263bfcc'>Two Degrees</a>, a NFT that burns &quot;itself&quot; when the average global temperature reaches 2°C above average.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke with Paul Seidler (<a href='https://twitter.com/brachlandberlin'>@brachlandberlin</a>), a member of the <a href='https://terra0.org/'>Terra0 </a>artist collective. Terra0 has been around since 2016 when it released a whitepaper outlining how a technologically enhanced forest combine with blockchain could own itself and exert autonomy. Since then the collective has organized several exhibitions exploring this theme including <a href='https://flowertokens.terra0.org/'>Flowertokens</a>, an experiment with tokenization and verification of natural commodities, and an early attempt at creating a combined crypto-collectible physical asset in 2018. <br/><br/>During the interview we talk about how Paul&apos;s thinking has evolved with Terra0&apos;s experience with various art installations, dystopian sci-fi, and Regenerative Finance. We also discuss how DAOs could be a trojan horse for introducing employee ownership into the economy. <br/><br/><b>More Sources</b><br/><a href='https://terra0.org/assets/pdf/terra0_white_paper_2016.pdf'>Original Terra0 whitepaper</a><br/><a href='https://terra0.medium.com/wen-growth-an-introduction-to-seed-capital-8d4a9df93789'>Seed Capital</a>, a sculpture that suggests ways to rethink the economic and ecological relationships between viewers, the institution and the artwork.<br/><a href='https://terra0.medium.com/two-degrees-nft-5af1263bfcc'>Two Degrees</a>, a NFT that burns &quot;itself&quot; when the average global temperature reaches 2°C above average.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>OTNS: Maximum Freedom in Complex Social Organizations</itunes:title>
    <title>OTNS: Maximum Freedom in Complex Social Organizations</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this episode of OTNS, Primavera and I spoke to Eric Alston (@IncompleteRules), a researcher at Block Science  and Scholar-in-Residence at the Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado Boulder, focused on the study of institutions, namely property, constitutions and blockchains. During the interview we spoke about formal vs inform institutions, organizational complexity, and the issues of maximum freedom. Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this episode of OTNS, Primavera and I spoke to Eric Alston (<a href='https://twitter.com/IncompleteRules'>@IncompleteRules</a>), a researcher at <a href='https://block.science/'>Block Science</a>  and Scholar-in-Residence at the Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado Boulder, focused on the study of institutions, namely property, constitutions and blockchains. During the interview we spoke about formal vs inform institutions, organizational complexity, and the issues of maximum freedom.</p><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) or</b> <a href='https://www.lensfrens.xyz/theblockchainsocialist.lens'><b>Lens</b></a><b>  and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.<br/></b><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this episode of OTNS, Primavera and I spoke to Eric Alston (<a href='https://twitter.com/IncompleteRules'>@IncompleteRules</a>), a researcher at <a href='https://block.science/'>Block Science</a>  and Scholar-in-Residence at the Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado Boulder, focused on the study of institutions, namely property, constitutions and blockchains. During the interview we spoke about formal vs inform institutions, organizational complexity, and the issues of maximum freedom.</p><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) or</b> <a href='https://www.lensfrens.xyz/theblockchainsocialist.lens'><b>Lens</b></a><b>  and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.<br/></b><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>OTNS: How to Optimize for Reality</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Michael Zargham (@mZargham), the CEO of Block Science comes back on the show to help us continue to overthrow the ontological framework of network states from the perspective of complex systems engineering. During the discussion we talk about how network states don't optimize for reality, not confusing the map with the territory, and how an alternative to network states should handle infrastructures.   Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Michael Zargham (<a href='https://twitter.com/mZargham'>@mZargham</a>), the CEO of <a href='https://block.science/'>Block Science</a> comes back on the show to help us continue to overthrow the ontological framework of network states from the perspective of complex systems engineering. During the discussion we talk about how network states don&apos;t optimize for reality, not confusing the map with the territory, and how an alternative to network states should handle infrastructures. <br/><br/>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) or</b> <a href='https://www.lensfrens.xyz/theblockchainsocialist.lens'><b>Lens</b></a><b>  and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Michael Zargham (<a href='https://twitter.com/mZargham'>@mZargham</a>), the CEO of <a href='https://block.science/'>Block Science</a> comes back on the show to help us continue to overthrow the ontological framework of network states from the perspective of complex systems engineering. During the discussion we talk about how network states don&apos;t optimize for reality, not confusing the map with the territory, and how an alternative to network states should handle infrastructures. <br/><br/>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) or</b> <a href='https://www.lensfrens.xyz/theblockchainsocialist.lens'><b>Lens</b></a><b>  and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Lens Protocol: Creating a Web3 Social Ecosystem with Stani Kulechov</itunes:title>
    <title>Lens Protocol: Creating a Web3 Social Ecosystem with Stani Kulechov</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[We all know that the current landscape of social media is not ideal for various reasons, but one of those reasons is because the revenue model is based on the client-server model giving companies access to massive amounts of user data. For this interview I spoke with Stani Kulechov, founder of Aave and Lens Protocol, a new attempt at creating a decentralized social media solution. Generally in the past blockchain based social media has been done quite poorly, but Lens seems to be a bit a step...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>We all know that the current landscape of social media is not ideal for various reasons, but one of those reasons is because the revenue model is based on the client-server model giving companies access to massive amounts of user data. For this interview I spoke with <a href='https://twitter.com/StaniKulechov'>Stani Kulechov</a>, founder of Aave and <a href='https://www.lens.xyz/'>Lens Protocol</a>, a new attempt at creating a decentralized social media solution. Generally in the past blockchain based social media has been done quite poorly, but Lens seems to be a bit a step forward as it works quite differently from social media platforms.<br/><br/>During the interview we discussed the issues with social media today, the implications of creating a social graph on a blockchain that anyone can build on top of, and platform risk. If you would like to access Lens then send a message to Stani on Twitter and you&apos;ll be put on the allow list.<br/><br/>You can follow me on <a href='https://www.lensfrens.xyz/theblockchainsocialist.lens'>Lens</a> now as well and even collect this episode as an NFT on <a href='https://lenstube.xyz/watch/0x01b70a-0x0d'>Lenstube</a>. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We all know that the current landscape of social media is not ideal for various reasons, but one of those reasons is because the revenue model is based on the client-server model giving companies access to massive amounts of user data. For this interview I spoke with <a href='https://twitter.com/StaniKulechov'>Stani Kulechov</a>, founder of Aave and <a href='https://www.lens.xyz/'>Lens Protocol</a>, a new attempt at creating a decentralized social media solution. Generally in the past blockchain based social media has been done quite poorly, but Lens seems to be a bit a step forward as it works quite differently from social media platforms.<br/><br/>During the interview we discussed the issues with social media today, the implications of creating a social graph on a blockchain that anyone can build on top of, and platform risk. If you would like to access Lens then send a message to Stani on Twitter and you&apos;ll be put on the allow list.<br/><br/>You can follow me on <a href='https://www.lensfrens.xyz/theblockchainsocialist.lens'>Lens</a> now as well and even collect this episode as an NFT on <a href='https://lenstube.xyz/watch/0x01b70a-0x0d'>Lenstube</a>. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Overthrowing The Network State: Dictatorship by Tech CEO with Nathan Schneider</itunes:title>
    <title>Overthrowing The Network State: Dictatorship by Tech CEO with Nathan Schneider</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Nathan Schneider comes back on the show to speak to Primavera and I to continue Overthrowing The Network State. During the conversation we talk about his experience at ETH Denver, the issue with using tech venture capital as a model for governance, and being intentional when exploring new political possibilities.    Mentioned Writing from Nathan Web3 Is the Opportunity We Have Had All Along Lighten the Load of the Nation-State  Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collabo...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a href='https://twitter.com/ntnsndr'>Nathan Schneider</a> comes back on the show to speak to <a href='https://twitter.com/yaoeo'>Primavera</a> and I to continue Overthrowing The Network State. During the conversation we talk about his experience at ETH Denver, the issue with using tech venture capital as a model for governance, and being intentional when exploring new political possibilities.  <br/><br/><b>Mentioned Writing from Nathan</b><a href='https://osf.io/kdb5j?view_only=709f1f87528943a4b27de2b5eb0f9eef'><br/>Web3 Is the Opportunity We Have Had All Along<br/></a><a href='https://www.kernelmag.io/2/lighten-nation-state'>Lighten the Load of the Nation-State</a><br/><br/>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href='https://twitter.com/ntnsndr'>Nathan Schneider</a> comes back on the show to speak to <a href='https://twitter.com/yaoeo'>Primavera</a> and I to continue Overthrowing The Network State. During the conversation we talk about his experience at ETH Denver, the issue with using tech venture capital as a model for governance, and being intentional when exploring new political possibilities.  <br/><br/><b>Mentioned Writing from Nathan</b><a href='https://osf.io/kdb5j?view_only=709f1f87528943a4b27de2b5eb0f9eef'><br/>Web3 Is the Opportunity We Have Had All Along<br/></a><a href='https://www.kernelmag.io/2/lighten-nation-state'>Lighten the Load of the Nation-State</a><br/><br/>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Primavera and Morshed Mannan from Blockchaingov join me to speak to Raymond Craib, a  historian of modern Latin America who recently published the book Adventure Capitalism:  A History of Libertarian Exit, from the Era of Decolonization to the Digital Age. We spoke about the neocolonialism inherent to network states and previous attempts at utopian libertarian exits, the colonization of history, and Praxis Society.   Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a href='https://twitter.com/yaoeo'>Primavera</a> and <a href='https://twitter.com/MannanMorshed'>Morshed Mannan</a> from Blockchaingov join me to speak to <a href='https://history.cornell.edu/raymond-b-craib'>Raymond Craib</a>, a  historian of modern Latin America who recently published the book <a href='https://pmpress.org/index.php?l=product_detail&amp;p=1242'><em>Adventure Capitalism:  A History of Libertarian Exit, from the Era of Decolonization to the Digital Age</em></a>. We spoke about the neocolonialism inherent to network states and previous attempts at utopian libertarian exits, the colonization of history, and Praxis Society. <br/><br/>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href='https://twitter.com/yaoeo'>Primavera</a> and <a href='https://twitter.com/MannanMorshed'>Morshed Mannan</a> from Blockchaingov join me to speak to <a href='https://history.cornell.edu/raymond-b-craib'>Raymond Craib</a>, a  historian of modern Latin America who recently published the book <a href='https://pmpress.org/index.php?l=product_detail&amp;p=1242'><em>Adventure Capitalism:  A History of Libertarian Exit, from the Era of Decolonization to the Digital Age</em></a>. We spoke about the neocolonialism inherent to network states and previous attempts at utopian libertarian exits, the colonization of history, and Praxis Society. <br/><br/>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this episode, I'm joined by Kelsie Nabben from Blockchaingov to speak to Quinn DuPont (@quinndupont), a historian of technology who recently gave a talk about his criticisms of TNS at the Commons Stack Unconference. He also recently published an article titled A Progressive Web3: From Social Coproduction to Digital Polycentric Governance. During the episode we interrogate Balaji's misunderstandings of history and proposing the commons as an alternative framework for what is already happen...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this episode, I&apos;m joined by <a href='https://twitter.com/kelsiemvn'>Kelsie Nabben</a> from Blockchaingov to speak to Quinn DuPont (<a href='https://twitter.com/messages/1020311-1123513559722463232'>@quinndupont</a>), a historian of technology who recently <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SwtQz2E_YLg '>gave a talk</a> about his criticisms of TNS at the Commons Stack Unconference. He also recently published an article titled <a href='https://ssrn.com/abstract=4320959'><em>A Progressive Web3: From Social Coproduction to Digital Polycentric Governance</em></a><em>. </em>During the episode we interrogate Balaji&apos;s misunderstandings of history and proposing the commons as an alternative framework for what is already happening in some parts of web3.</p><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this episode, I&apos;m joined by <a href='https://twitter.com/kelsiemvn'>Kelsie Nabben</a> from Blockchaingov to speak to Quinn DuPont (<a href='https://twitter.com/messages/1020311-1123513559722463232'>@quinndupont</a>), a historian of technology who recently <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SwtQz2E_YLg '>gave a talk</a> about his criticisms of TNS at the Commons Stack Unconference. He also recently published an article titled <a href='https://ssrn.com/abstract=4320959'><em>A Progressive Web3: From Social Coproduction to Digital Polycentric Governance</em></a><em>. </em>During the episode we interrogate Balaji&apos;s misunderstandings of history and proposing the commons as an alternative framework for what is already happening in some parts of web3.</p><p>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this interview I spoke to Ferananda Ibarra (@fer_ananda), the Director of the Commons Engine, a Holochain Ecosystem service agency aiming to create a community of Regenerative Economy practitioners capable of designing ethical tokens and currencies to enable healthy flow, incentives, and feedback loops in order to evolve the economy and culture of their own communities and organizations.  During the interview we spoke about what constitutes a commons both in the physical and digital world...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I spoke to <a href='https://bio.link/ferananda'>Ferananda Ibarra </a>(<a href='https://twitter.com/fer_ananda'>@fer_ananda</a>), the Director of the <a href='https://commonsengine.org/'>Commons Engine</a>, a <a href='https://www.holochain.org/'>Holochain</a> Ecosystem service agency aiming to create a community of Regenerative Economy practitioners capable of designing ethical tokens and currencies to enable healthy flow, incentives, and feedback loops in order to evolve the economy and culture of their own communities and organizations.<br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about what constitutes a commons both in the physical and digital worlds, her work with the Commons Engine, and the differences between monetary and non-monetary currencies (or current-sees). While this episode is not technically part of the OTNS series, we did also have a chance to talk about the commons as an alternative framework than what is used in The Network State.<br/><br/><a href='https://rolls.bublup.com/view/5434371d-a5b0-484d-8a60-27cad7160bd6'>(w)hologram of the Holochain Ecosystem</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I spoke to <a href='https://bio.link/ferananda'>Ferananda Ibarra </a>(<a href='https://twitter.com/fer_ananda'>@fer_ananda</a>), the Director of the <a href='https://commonsengine.org/'>Commons Engine</a>, a <a href='https://www.holochain.org/'>Holochain</a> Ecosystem service agency aiming to create a community of Regenerative Economy practitioners capable of designing ethical tokens and currencies to enable healthy flow, incentives, and feedback loops in order to evolve the economy and culture of their own communities and organizations.<br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about what constitutes a commons both in the physical and digital worlds, her work with the Commons Engine, and the differences between monetary and non-monetary currencies (or current-sees). While this episode is not technically part of the OTNS series, we did also have a chance to talk about the commons as an alternative framework than what is used in The Network State.<br/><br/><a href='https://rolls.bublup.com/view/5434371d-a5b0-484d-8a60-27cad7160bd6'>(w)hologram of the Holochain Ecosystem</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this episode, Primavera and I speak with Douglas Rushkoff (@rushkoff). Named one of the “world’s ten most influential intellectuals” by MIT, Rushkoff is an author and documentarian who studies human autonomy in a digital age. His twenty books include the just-published Survival of the Richest: Escape Fantasies of the Tech Billionaires, which we found to be relevant for understanding The Network State.   Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this episode, Primavera and I speak with <a href='https://rushkoff.com/'>Douglas Rushkoff</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/rushkoff'>@rushkoff</a>). Named one of the “world’s ten most influential intellectuals” by MIT, Rushkoff is an author and documentarian who studies human autonomy in a digital age. His twenty books include the just-published <a href='https://wwnorton.com/books/survival-of-the-richest/about-the-book/description'><em>Survival of the Richest: Escape Fantasies of the Tech Billionaires</em></a>, which we found to be relevant for understanding <em>The Network State</em>. <br/><br/>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this episode, Primavera and I speak with <a href='https://rushkoff.com/'>Douglas Rushkoff</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/rushkoff'>@rushkoff</a>). Named one of the “world’s ten most influential intellectuals” by MIT, Rushkoff is an author and documentarian who studies human autonomy in a digital age. His twenty books include the just-published <a href='https://wwnorton.com/books/survival-of-the-richest/about-the-book/description'><em>Survival of the Richest: Escape Fantasies of the Tech Billionaires</em></a>, which we found to be relevant for understanding <em>The Network State</em>. <br/><br/>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Overthrowing The Network State: Forming New Publics and Pluralism with Glen Weyl</itunes:title>
    <title>Overthrowing The Network State: Forming New Publics and Pluralism with Glen Weyl</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In the second episode of OTNS,  Primavera (@yaoeo) and I are speaking to Glen Weyl (@glenweyl), the founder of RadicalxChange and a co-author of Vitalik Buterin's article on Decentralized Society. During the discussion we spoke about Balaji's oversimplifications in the book, how TNS was not written for human beings, and Glen's alternative for a Networked Society differs.  Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique The Network S...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In the second episode of OTNS,  <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/extitutional-theory-no-rules-no-roles-just-dynamics/'>Primavera </a>(<a href='https://twitter.com/yaoeo'>@yaoeo</a>) and I are speaking to <a href='https://glenweyl.com/'>Glen Weyl</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/glenweyl'>@glenweyl</a>), the founder of <a href='https://www.radicalxchange.org/'>RadicalxChange</a> and a co-author of Vitalik Buterin&apos;s article on Decentralized Society. During the discussion we spoke about Balaji&apos;s oversimplifications in the book, how TNS was not written for human beings, and Glen&apos;s alternative for a Networked Society differs.<br/><br/>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>. <br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In the second episode of OTNS,  <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/extitutional-theory-no-rules-no-roles-just-dynamics/'>Primavera </a>(<a href='https://twitter.com/yaoeo'>@yaoeo</a>) and I are speaking to <a href='https://glenweyl.com/'>Glen Weyl</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/glenweyl'>@glenweyl</a>), the founder of <a href='https://www.radicalxchange.org/'>RadicalxChange</a> and a co-author of Vitalik Buterin&apos;s article on Decentralized Society. During the discussion we spoke about Balaji&apos;s oversimplifications in the book, how TNS was not written for human beings, and Glen&apos;s alternative for a Networked Society differs.<br/><br/>Overthrowing the Network State (OTNS) is a series in collaboration with Blockchaingov where we critique <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>  by Balaji Srinivasan while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures. You can find the first episode of OTNS where we give our initial criticisms and  alternatives <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/overthrowing-the-network-state-an-initial-critique-and-alternatives/'>here</a>. <br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Overthrowing The Network State: An Initial Critique and Alternatives</itunes:title>
    <title>Overthrowing The Network State: An Initial Critique and Alternatives</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[NEW SERIES: Overthrowing the Network State in collaboration with Blockchaingov  In the first episode of our series 'Overthrowing The Network State' (OTNS), we dive into the world of Balaji Srinivasan's recent book The Network State. The purpose of this series is to critique The Network State while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectua...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>NEW SERIES: Overthrowing the Network State in collaboration with <a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a><br/><br/>In the first episode of our series &apos;Overthrowing The Network State&apos; (OTNS), we dive into the world of Balaji Srinivasan&apos;s recent book <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>. The purpose of this series is to critique <em>The Network State</em> while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures.<br/> <br/>For this episode I&apos;m joined by <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/extitutional-theory-no-rules-no-roles-just-dynamics/'>Primavera De Filippi</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/yaoeo'>@yaoeo</a>), a long time researcher on blockchain and the director of Blockchaingov as a co-host. We give a brief overview of who Balaji Srinivasan is, some of the main concepts in his book, our initial criticisms, and some alternative book recommendations. <br/><br/>By OTNS we don&apos;t want to  only provide critique, but we want to provide a very different conceptual framework that answers why people people seem to be tapping into the book. For us this is about exit-based governance (lack of politics with an idealistic view of autonomy ) vs. commons-based governance (which recognizes the inherent ‘interdependence’ of the world and global society).<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>NEW SERIES: Overthrowing the Network State in collaboration with <a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a><br/><br/>In the first episode of our series &apos;Overthrowing The Network State&apos; (OTNS), we dive into the world of Balaji Srinivasan&apos;s recent book <a href='https://thenetworkstate.com/'><em>The Network State</em></a>. The purpose of this series is to critique <em>The Network State</em> while also pulling out the salvageable parts and concepts in discussion with a variety of guests. We are overall critical of Balaji’s specific ideas in the book, but we want to discuss it with intellectual honesty and highlight the larger concepts around how these technologies are and could subvert state structures.<br/> <br/>For this episode I&apos;m joined by <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/extitutional-theory-no-rules-no-roles-just-dynamics/'>Primavera De Filippi</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/yaoeo'>@yaoeo</a>), a long time researcher on blockchain and the director of Blockchaingov as a co-host. We give a brief overview of who Balaji Srinivasan is, some of the main concepts in his book, our initial criticisms, and some alternative book recommendations. <br/><br/>By OTNS we don&apos;t want to  only provide critique, but we want to provide a very different conceptual framework that answers why people people seem to be tapping into the book. For us this is about exit-based governance (lack of politics with an idealistic view of autonomy ) vs. commons-based governance (which recognizes the inherent ‘interdependence’ of the world and global society).<br/><br/><a href='https://blockchaingov.eu/'>Blockchaingov</a> is a 5-year long, transdisciplinary research effort aimed at restoring trust in institutions at the community and global levels, by promoting better on chain and off chain distributed governance practices. Throughout the series, each discussion will include me and a member of Blockchaingov with either a new guest each episode or just a discussion between us to tackle various topics from the book.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Socialist Tokens: There would be no taxes under socialism</itunes:title>
    <title>Socialist Tokens: There would be no taxes under socialism</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this interview I spoke to Dr. Phillipp Dapprich, a post doc at the University of Potsdam in political theory who did his doctors thesis on socialist central planning studying under Paul Cockshott. He recently published a paper titled Tokens make the world go round: socialist tokens as an alternative to money.  During the interview we spoke about why socialists are interested in economic planning, his proposal for using non-exchanging socialist tokens to facilitate a socialist economy for ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I spoke to <a href='https://www.uni-potsdam.de/de/ls-poltheorie/lehrbeauftragte/jan-philipp-dapprich'>Dr. Phillipp Dapprich</a>, a post doc at the University of Potsdam in political theory who did his doctors thesis on socialist central planning studying under Paul Cockshott. He recently published a paper titled <a href='https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s43253-022-00091-6'><em>Tokens make the world go round: socialist tokens as an alternative to money</em></a><em>.<br/></em><br/>During the interview we spoke about why socialists are interested in economic planning, his proposal for using non-exchanging socialist tokens to facilitate a socialist economy for consumer goods, and some potential technological implementations of it. We also discussed how Phillipp&apos;s proposal differs from labour vouchers and why there would be no taxes under socialism.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I spoke to <a href='https://www.uni-potsdam.de/de/ls-poltheorie/lehrbeauftragte/jan-philipp-dapprich'>Dr. Phillipp Dapprich</a>, a post doc at the University of Potsdam in political theory who did his doctors thesis on socialist central planning studying under Paul Cockshott. He recently published a paper titled <a href='https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s43253-022-00091-6'><em>Tokens make the world go round: socialist tokens as an alternative to money</em></a><em>.<br/></em><br/>During the interview we spoke about why socialists are interested in economic planning, his proposal for using non-exchanging socialist tokens to facilitate a socialist economy for consumer goods, and some potential technological implementations of it. We also discussed how Phillipp&apos;s proposal differs from labour vouchers and why there would be no taxes under socialism.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:author>The Blockchain Socialist</itunes:author>
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    <pubDate>Sat, 21 Jan 2023 16:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Teaser - An Anticapture framework for left organizing</itunes:title>
    <title>Teaser - An Anticapture framework for left organizing</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this bonus episode, I dive into the Anticapture framework by Spencer Graham which professes a taxonomy and structure for creating "capture-resistant governance" for an organization. While the piece itself was meant for DAOs, I think there were some interesting things said in the piece that are very relevant for socialist organizations. The piece also paired well with a book I'm currently reading called Neither Vertical nor Horizontal by Rodrigo Nunes which explores the question of organiz...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this bonus episode, I dive into the <a href='https://spengrah.mirror.xyz/f6bZ6cPxJpP-4K_NB7JcjbU0XblJcaf7kVLD75dOYRQ'>Anticapture framework</a> by <a href='https://twitter.com/spengrah'>Spencer Graham</a> which professes a taxonomy and structure for creating &quot;capture-resistant governance&quot; for an organization. While the piece itself was meant for DAOs, I think there were some interesting things said in the piece that are very relevant for socialist organizations. The piece also paired well with a book I&apos;m currently reading called <a href='https://www.versobooks.com/books/3810-neither-vertical-nor-horizontal'>Neither Vertical nor Horizontal</a> by <a href='https://twitter.com/OrangoQuango'>Rodrigo Nunes</a> which explores the question of organization in the context of left wing political struggle. I can highly recommend the book. </p><p>You can access the full episode through <a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'>Patreon</a> or on my website through the Unlock Protocol integration by purchasing the TBS Membership NFT for 10 BREAD which can be created through the <a href='https://app.breadchain.xyz/'>Breadchain Crowdstaking Application</a> for 10 DAI on Polygon.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this bonus episode, I dive into the <a href='https://spengrah.mirror.xyz/f6bZ6cPxJpP-4K_NB7JcjbU0XblJcaf7kVLD75dOYRQ'>Anticapture framework</a> by <a href='https://twitter.com/spengrah'>Spencer Graham</a> which professes a taxonomy and structure for creating &quot;capture-resistant governance&quot; for an organization. While the piece itself was meant for DAOs, I think there were some interesting things said in the piece that are very relevant for socialist organizations. The piece also paired well with a book I&apos;m currently reading called <a href='https://www.versobooks.com/books/3810-neither-vertical-nor-horizontal'>Neither Vertical nor Horizontal</a> by <a href='https://twitter.com/OrangoQuango'>Rodrigo Nunes</a> which explores the question of organization in the context of left wing political struggle. I can highly recommend the book. </p><p>You can access the full episode through <a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'>Patreon</a> or on my website through the Unlock Protocol integration by purchasing the TBS Membership NFT for 10 BREAD which can be created through the <a href='https://app.breadchain.xyz/'>Breadchain Crowdstaking Application</a> for 10 DAI on Polygon.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Sat, 14 Jan 2023 20:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>The Question of Funding in Palestine</itunes:title>
    <title>The Question of Funding in Palestine</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke to Yazan Khalili and Sami Khaldi, Palestinian activists who started a project called The Question of Funding which is an art collective that presented at Documenta 15 this past year.  They had a discussion on Outland with Monalisa Gharavi in November about their project as well.   During the discussion we spoke about how Israel has forced a reliance on  financialization in Palestine, how this has affected the society's older systems of grassroots support, and what types of s...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to Yazan Khalili and Sami Khaldi, Palestinian activists who started a project called <a href='https://thequestionoffunding.com/'>The Question of Funding</a> which is an art collective that presented at <a href='https://documenta-fifteen.de/en/press-releases/beecoin-cheesecoin-dayra-and-jalar-lumbung-currency-at-documenta-fifteen/'>Documenta 15</a> this past year.  They had a discussion on <a href='https://outland.art/maryam-monalisa-gharavi-the-question-of-funding/'>Outland</a> with <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/bitcoin-is-the-new-data-is-the-new-oil/'>Monalisa Gharavi</a> in November about their project as well. <br/><br/>During the discussion we spoke about how Israel has forced a reliance on  financialization in Palestine, how this has affected the society&apos;s older systems of grassroots support, and what types of solutions the group is working on using blockchain called <a href='https://dayra.net/'>Dayra</a>. We also spoke about the <a href='https://lumbung.space/pen/pen.lumbung.space/we-are-angry-we-are-sad-we-are-tired-we-are-united/'>attacks they received</a> during Documenta from Israeli groups.<br/> <br/><b>More on The Question of Funding</b><br/><a href='https://performingborders.live/ejournal/dayra-and-communal-debt/'>Dayra and Communal Debt</a><br/><a href='https://outland.art/hito-steyerl-documenta/'>The Question of Ragequitting</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to Yazan Khalili and Sami Khaldi, Palestinian activists who started a project called <a href='https://thequestionoffunding.com/'>The Question of Funding</a> which is an art collective that presented at <a href='https://documenta-fifteen.de/en/press-releases/beecoin-cheesecoin-dayra-and-jalar-lumbung-currency-at-documenta-fifteen/'>Documenta 15</a> this past year.  They had a discussion on <a href='https://outland.art/maryam-monalisa-gharavi-the-question-of-funding/'>Outland</a> with <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/bitcoin-is-the-new-data-is-the-new-oil/'>Monalisa Gharavi</a> in November about their project as well. <br/><br/>During the discussion we spoke about how Israel has forced a reliance on  financialization in Palestine, how this has affected the society&apos;s older systems of grassroots support, and what types of solutions the group is working on using blockchain called <a href='https://dayra.net/'>Dayra</a>. We also spoke about the <a href='https://lumbung.space/pen/pen.lumbung.space/we-are-angry-we-are-sad-we-are-tired-we-are-united/'>attacks they received</a> during Documenta from Israeli groups.<br/> <br/><b>More on The Question of Funding</b><br/><a href='https://performingborders.live/ejournal/dayra-and-communal-debt/'>Dayra and Communal Debt</a><br/><a href='https://outland.art/hito-steyerl-documenta/'>The Question of Ragequitting</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Algorithms All the Way Down: People Die, Capital Does Not</itunes:title>
    <title>Algorithms All the Way Down: People Die, Capital Does Not</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this interview I spoke to Ian Wright (@ianpaulwright), the author of the Dark Marxism blog which explores Marxism and the occult. Ian is also a programmer who has worked in machine learning and artificial intelligence.  During the discussion we spoke about what Marx means when he refers to capital as a "real God", how capital is like an algorithm controlling our lives in ways we often don't fully comprehend, and venture communism.  Ian also provides a case for why the Left should tak...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I spoke to Ian Wright (<a href='https://twitter.com/ianpaulwright'>@ianpaulwright</a>), the author of the <a href='https://ianwrightsite.wordpress.com/'>Dark Marxism</a> blog which explores Marxism and the occult. Ian is also a programmer who has worked in machine learning and artificial intelligence.<br/><br/>During the discussion we spoke about what Marx means when he refers to capital as a &quot;<a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvp8khkvoQQ'>real God</a>&quot;, how capital is like an algorithm controlling our lives in ways we often don&apos;t fully comprehend, and venture communism.  Ian also provides a case for why the Left should take crypto more seriously from an internationalist point of view.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I spoke to Ian Wright (<a href='https://twitter.com/ianpaulwright'>@ianpaulwright</a>), the author of the <a href='https://ianwrightsite.wordpress.com/'>Dark Marxism</a> blog which explores Marxism and the occult. Ian is also a programmer who has worked in machine learning and artificial intelligence.<br/><br/>During the discussion we spoke about what Marx means when he refers to capital as a &quot;<a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvp8khkvoQQ'>real God</a>&quot;, how capital is like an algorithm controlling our lives in ways we often don&apos;t fully comprehend, and venture communism.  Ian also provides a case for why the Left should take crypto more seriously from an internationalist point of view.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>SBF proves we live in post post post-modernism (clown world)</itunes:title>
    <title>SBF proves we live in post post post-modernism (clown world)</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I'm sure most reading this probably have heard the news about the collapse of FTX and the ensuing crypto financial contagion it's caused. A lot of strange and bad analyses are being spread around crypto Twitter and elsewhere so Ben Basche (@basche42) and I try to describe a more reasonable account of the situation that doesn't flirt with fascism.  During the interview we review and contextualize the series of events, the strange literalness of everything, and what the next steps are. We also ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I&apos;m sure most reading this probably have heard the news about the collapse of FTX and the ensuing crypto financial contagion it&apos;s caused. A lot of strange and bad analyses are being spread around crypto Twitter and elsewhere so Ben Basche (<a href='https://twitter.com/basche42'>@basche42</a>) and I try to describe a more reasonable account of the situation that doesn&apos;t flirt with fascism.<br/><br/>During the interview we review and contextualize the series of events, the strange literalness of everything, and what the next steps are. We also discuss <a href='https://mirror.xyz/basche42.eth/_0OXWzIt6Ub-QVtLcNS5HoxPcjFhijIGXLuJlYuqXow'>Ben&apos;s article on the road ahead for crypto</a> which you can find on his <a href='https://mirror.xyz/basche42.eth'>Mirror page</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I&apos;m sure most reading this probably have heard the news about the collapse of FTX and the ensuing crypto financial contagion it&apos;s caused. A lot of strange and bad analyses are being spread around crypto Twitter and elsewhere so Ben Basche (<a href='https://twitter.com/basche42'>@basche42</a>) and I try to describe a more reasonable account of the situation that doesn&apos;t flirt with fascism.<br/><br/>During the interview we review and contextualize the series of events, the strange literalness of everything, and what the next steps are. We also discuss <a href='https://mirror.xyz/basche42.eth/_0OXWzIt6Ub-QVtLcNS5HoxPcjFhijIGXLuJlYuqXow'>Ben&apos;s article on the road ahead for crypto</a> which you can find on his <a href='https://mirror.xyz/basche42.eth'>Mirror page</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 04 Dec 2022 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Techno-Utopianism vs Class Struggle Technologism</itunes:title>
    <title>Techno-Utopianism vs Class Struggle Technologism</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this interview I spoke to Izzy Meckler (@izmeckler), the Chief Science Officer of 0(1) Labs which is currently building the Mina Protocol. Mina is a blockchain that utilizes zero-knowledge proofs to be as light and scalable as possible. Izzy is also an active member of East Bay DSA and has a blog called Parametricity.  During the interview we spoke about his journey from making a startup to becoming a socialist and converting it to a worker-owned cooperative, how zero-knowledge proofs wor...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I spoke to Izzy Meckler (<a href='https://twitter.com/izmeckler'>@izmeckler</a>), the Chief Science Officer of 0(1) Labs which is currently building the <a href='http://minaprotocol.com/'>Mina Protocol</a>. Mina is a blockchain that utilizes zero-knowledge proofs to be as light and scalable as possible. Izzy is also an active member of East Bay DSA and has a blog called <a href='http://parametricity.com'>Parametricity</a>.<br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about his journey from making a startup to becoming a socialist and converting it to a worker-owned cooperative, how zero-knowledge proofs work, and the political implications of these technologies.<br/><br/><b>Mentioned Sources</b><br/><a href='https://parametricity.com/posts/2022-10-27-moralism/ '>On Moralism</a><br/><a href='https://parametricity.com/posts/2022-09-15-techno-utopianism/ '>On Techno-Utopianism</a><br/><a href='https://docs.minaprotocol.com/zkapps'>Mina Protocol Documentation</a><br/><a href='https://github.com/o1-labs/snarkyjs'>snarkyJS Github</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I spoke to Izzy Meckler (<a href='https://twitter.com/izmeckler'>@izmeckler</a>), the Chief Science Officer of 0(1) Labs which is currently building the <a href='http://minaprotocol.com/'>Mina Protocol</a>. Mina is a blockchain that utilizes zero-knowledge proofs to be as light and scalable as possible. Izzy is also an active member of East Bay DSA and has a blog called <a href='http://parametricity.com'>Parametricity</a>.<br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about his journey from making a startup to becoming a socialist and converting it to a worker-owned cooperative, how zero-knowledge proofs work, and the political implications of these technologies.<br/><br/><b>Mentioned Sources</b><br/><a href='https://parametricity.com/posts/2022-10-27-moralism/ '>On Moralism</a><br/><a href='https://parametricity.com/posts/2022-09-15-techno-utopianism/ '>On Techno-Utopianism</a><br/><a href='https://docs.minaprotocol.com/zkapps'>Mina Protocol Documentation</a><br/><a href='https://github.com/o1-labs/snarkyjs'>snarkyJS Github</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 27 Nov 2022 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Talking Politics with Vitalik Buterin (Part 2)</itunes:title>
    <title>Talking Politics with Vitalik Buterin (Part 2)</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I interviewed Vitalik Buterin about his thoughts on the political aspects of crypto. It was a candid discussion about his book "Proof of Stake", the evolution of Ethereum, and the dangers of the far right. Although our discussion happened just before the current scandal with FTX, there were many relevant threads. History has shown that similar types of events can create openings for radicalization and it's important that we make the appropriate moves to tamp down the fascistic tendencies in t...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I interviewed <a href='https://twitter.com/VitalikButerin'>Vitalik Buterin</a> about his thoughts on the political aspects of crypto. It was a candid discussion about his book &quot;<a href='https://proofofstake.gitcoin.co/'>Proof of Stake</a>&quot;, the evolution of Ethereum, and the dangers of the far right.</p><p>Although our discussion happened just before the current scandal with FTX, there were many relevant threads. History has shown that similar types of events can create openings for radicalization and it&apos;s important that we make the appropriate moves to tamp down the fascistic tendencies in this space. <br/><br/></p><p>This is the second half of the full 2.5 hour long discussion we had. Although you don&apos;t have to, I&apos;d recommend listening to the first half of the interview which you should be able to find it on whichever platform you&apos;re listening to this episode.<br/><br/></p><p>Very big thank you to <a href='https://twitter.com/AlriteDi'>alritedi</a> for helping produce this episode . You can hear his music throughout the episode and find his music through his <a href='https://linktr.ee/alritedi'>linktree</a>.<br/><br/></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I interviewed <a href='https://twitter.com/VitalikButerin'>Vitalik Buterin</a> about his thoughts on the political aspects of crypto. It was a candid discussion about his book &quot;<a href='https://proofofstake.gitcoin.co/'>Proof of Stake</a>&quot;, the evolution of Ethereum, and the dangers of the far right.</p><p>Although our discussion happened just before the current scandal with FTX, there were many relevant threads. History has shown that similar types of events can create openings for radicalization and it&apos;s important that we make the appropriate moves to tamp down the fascistic tendencies in this space. <br/><br/></p><p>This is the second half of the full 2.5 hour long discussion we had. Although you don&apos;t have to, I&apos;d recommend listening to the first half of the interview which you should be able to find it on whichever platform you&apos;re listening to this episode.<br/><br/></p><p>Very big thank you to <a href='https://twitter.com/AlriteDi'>alritedi</a> for helping produce this episode . You can hear his music throughout the episode and find his music through his <a href='https://linktr.ee/alritedi'>linktree</a>.<br/><br/></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Talking Politics with Vitalik Buterin (Part 1)</itunes:title>
    <title>Talking Politics with Vitalik Buterin (Part 1)</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I interviewed Vitalik Buterin about his thoughts on the political aspects of crypto. It was a candid discussion about his book "Proof of Stake", the evolution of Ethereum, and the dangers of the far right. Although our discussion happened just before the current scandal with FTX, there were many relevant threads. History has shown that similar types of events can create openings for radicalization and it's important that we make the appropriate moves to tamp down the fascistic tendencies in t...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I interviewed <a href='https://twitter.com/VitalikButerin'>Vitalik Buterin</a> about his thoughts on the political aspects of crypto. It was a candid discussion about his book &quot;<a href='https://proofofstake.gitcoin.co/'>Proof of Stake</a>&quot;, the evolution of Ethereum, and the dangers of the far right.</p><p>Although our discussion happened just before the current scandal with FTX, there were many relevant threads. History has shown that similar types of events can create openings for radicalization and it&apos;s important that we make the appropriate moves to tamp down the fascistic tendencies in this space. <br/><br/></p><p>This is just the first half of the full 2.5 hour long discussion we had. The second half of the interview will be released next week, or if you can&apos;t wait that long, you can listen to the full interview already through <a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'>Patreon</a>, or the crypto native way via Unlock Protocol on my website. To do this you will need to buy a Membership NFT <a href='https://app.breadchain.xyz/'>with BREAD tokens</a> on the Polygon network. You can get the tokens with DAI <a href='https://app.breadchain.xyz/'>here</a> and learn more about the application <a href='https://breadchain.mirror.xyz/nwQx4CqPAcwZ5zSNB2_K25N1quOF1NGcKaYcS3S33CA'>here</a>. <br/><br/></p><p>The NFT works similar to Patreon in that it allows a monthly recurring payment of 10 BREAD, but will give access to all future paid content directly on this website. You only need to pay 10 BREAD for access to this interview and continuously only if you want to support and get access to future bonus content.<br/><br/></p><p>If in the past you have purchased an NFT on Mirror from a <a href='https://breadchain.mirror.xyz/'>Breadchain Cooperative</a> article, you&apos;ve also been airdropped a membership NFT to the same wallet and should be able to access the full interview without paying. <br/><br/>Very big thank you to <a href='https://twitter.com/AlriteDi'>alritedi</a> for helping produce this episode . You can hear his music throughout the episode and find his music through his <a href='https://linktr.ee/alritedi'>linktree</a>.<br/><br/></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I interviewed <a href='https://twitter.com/VitalikButerin'>Vitalik Buterin</a> about his thoughts on the political aspects of crypto. It was a candid discussion about his book &quot;<a href='https://proofofstake.gitcoin.co/'>Proof of Stake</a>&quot;, the evolution of Ethereum, and the dangers of the far right.</p><p>Although our discussion happened just before the current scandal with FTX, there were many relevant threads. History has shown that similar types of events can create openings for radicalization and it&apos;s important that we make the appropriate moves to tamp down the fascistic tendencies in this space. <br/><br/></p><p>This is just the first half of the full 2.5 hour long discussion we had. The second half of the interview will be released next week, or if you can&apos;t wait that long, you can listen to the full interview already through <a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'>Patreon</a>, or the crypto native way via Unlock Protocol on my website. To do this you will need to buy a Membership NFT <a href='https://app.breadchain.xyz/'>with BREAD tokens</a> on the Polygon network. You can get the tokens with DAI <a href='https://app.breadchain.xyz/'>here</a> and learn more about the application <a href='https://breadchain.mirror.xyz/nwQx4CqPAcwZ5zSNB2_K25N1quOF1NGcKaYcS3S33CA'>here</a>. <br/><br/></p><p>The NFT works similar to Patreon in that it allows a monthly recurring payment of 10 BREAD, but will give access to all future paid content directly on this website. You only need to pay 10 BREAD for access to this interview and continuously only if you want to support and get access to future bonus content.<br/><br/></p><p>If in the past you have purchased an NFT on Mirror from a <a href='https://breadchain.mirror.xyz/'>Breadchain Cooperative</a> article, you&apos;ve also been airdropped a membership NFT to the same wallet and should be able to access the full interview without paying. <br/><br/>Very big thank you to <a href='https://twitter.com/AlriteDi'>alritedi</a> for helping produce this episode . You can hear his music throughout the episode and find his music through his <a href='https://linktr.ee/alritedi'>linktree</a>.<br/><br/></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) or Mastodon (</b><a href='https://social.coop/@theblockchainsocialist'><b>@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <title>Participatory Budgeting, Real Public Goods, and why Bernie would&#39;ve won with quadratic funding</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this interview I spoke to Eli Zeger (@ezeger16), a  writer, editor, and musician. He is also a worker-owner at Ampled and a member of the Exit to Community Collective.  He recently published a piece for the Zora Zine titled Appetite for Redistribution: Budgeting for All  talking about how blockchains and quadratic funding could be used to facilitate and scale participatory budgeting .  During the interview we spoke about the history of public campaign fund matching  in...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I spoke to Eli Zeger (<a href='https://twitter.com/ezeger16'>@ezeger16</a>), a  writer, editor, and musician. He is also a worker-owner at Ampled and a member of the Exit to Community Collective.  He recently published a piece for the Zora Zine titled <a href='https://zine.zora.co/budgeting-for-all'><em>Appetite for Redistribution: Budgeting for All</em></a><em> </em> talking about how blockchains and quadratic funding could be used to facilitate and scale <a href='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Participatory_budgeting'>participatory budgeting</a> .<br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about the history of public campaign fund matching  in NYC, how the local NYC election system used to be more democratic until the Cold War, and how adding quadratic funding mechanisms could be a powerful tool for democracy.  <br/> <em> </em> <br/><b>More from Eli</b><br/><a href='https://www.radicalxchange.org/media/blog/the-past-present-future-of-ranked-choice-voting-in-the-big-apple/'>Ranked Choice Voting in NYC</a><br/><a href='https://www.radicalxchange.org/media/blog/public-matching-funds-in-new-york-city-from-the-electorate-to-the-everyday/'>Public Matching Funds in NYC</a><br/><a href='https://www.noemamag.com/how-to-make-voting-more-truly-representative/'>How to make voting more truly representative</a></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I spoke to Eli Zeger (<a href='https://twitter.com/ezeger16'>@ezeger16</a>), a  writer, editor, and musician. He is also a worker-owner at Ampled and a member of the Exit to Community Collective.  He recently published a piece for the Zora Zine titled <a href='https://zine.zora.co/budgeting-for-all'><em>Appetite for Redistribution: Budgeting for All</em></a><em> </em> talking about how blockchains and quadratic funding could be used to facilitate and scale <a href='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Participatory_budgeting'>participatory budgeting</a> .<br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about the history of public campaign fund matching  in NYC, how the local NYC election system used to be more democratic until the Cold War, and how adding quadratic funding mechanisms could be a powerful tool for democracy.  <br/> <em> </em> <br/><b>More from Eli</b><br/><a href='https://www.radicalxchange.org/media/blog/the-past-present-future-of-ranked-choice-voting-in-the-big-apple/'>Ranked Choice Voting in NYC</a><br/><a href='https://www.radicalxchange.org/media/blog/public-matching-funds-in-new-york-city-from-the-electorate-to-the-everyday/'>Public Matching Funds in NYC</a><br/><a href='https://www.noemamag.com/how-to-make-voting-more-truly-representative/'>How to make voting more truly representative</a></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Why Socialists should NOT cede crypto to the Right</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this interview I spoke to Joshua Citarella (@JoshuaCitarella on social media), an artist, researcher, and Twitch streamer who studies niche online communities. He authored the book the Politigram and the Post-Left exploring esoteric online political beliefs. He has done a lot of work exploring various "e-deologies" and the very online young people who create and subscribe to them.  During the interview we discussed the pros and cons of e-deologies, how gamer guilds practice market sociali...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I spoke to <a href='http://joshuacitarella.com/'>Joshua Citarella</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/JoshuaCitarella'>@JoshuaCitarella</a> on social media), an artist, researcher, and Twitch streamer who studies niche online communities. He authored the book the <a href='https://www.amazon.com/Politigram-Post-left-Joshua-Citarella/dp/1006610197/ref=sr_1_1?crid=F2VYQWBTFER1&amp;dchild=1&amp;keywords=politigram&amp;qid=1635952338&amp;s=books&amp;sprefix=politigram%2Cstripbooks%2C61&amp;sr=1-1'><em>Politigram and the Post-Left</em></a> exploring esoteric online political beliefs. He has done a lot of work exploring various &quot;e-deologies&quot; and the very online young people who create and subscribe to them.<br/><br/>During the interview we discussed the pros and cons of e-deologies, how gamer guilds practice market socialism, and the need to contest spaces, even if they are aestheticized as being right wing. We also spoke about the current problems facing leftwing media and how we have so far settled with allowing platforms like Patreon to essentially be our shared infrastructure rather than creating our own.<br/><br/>“E-deology” is an internet slang term used to describe the overuse of prefixes and suffixes to generate complex ideological labels. These hyper-specific categories serve as a gamified form of identity play and niche personal branding in the chaotic landscape of online politics.<br/><br/><b>More from Joshua Citarella</b><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BKGx5xrr5eg '>DKP is Market Socialism Video</a><br/><a href='https://soundcloud.com/joshuacitarella/yung-chomsky-on-physical-fitness-and-the-left'>Yung Chomsky on Physical Fitness and the Left Podcast</a><br/><a href='https://www.patreon.com/joshuacitarella'>Joshua Citarella&apos;s Patreon</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I spoke to <a href='http://joshuacitarella.com/'>Joshua Citarella</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/JoshuaCitarella'>@JoshuaCitarella</a> on social media), an artist, researcher, and Twitch streamer who studies niche online communities. He authored the book the <a href='https://www.amazon.com/Politigram-Post-left-Joshua-Citarella/dp/1006610197/ref=sr_1_1?crid=F2VYQWBTFER1&amp;dchild=1&amp;keywords=politigram&amp;qid=1635952338&amp;s=books&amp;sprefix=politigram%2Cstripbooks%2C61&amp;sr=1-1'><em>Politigram and the Post-Left</em></a> exploring esoteric online political beliefs. He has done a lot of work exploring various &quot;e-deologies&quot; and the very online young people who create and subscribe to them.<br/><br/>During the interview we discussed the pros and cons of e-deologies, how gamer guilds practice market socialism, and the need to contest spaces, even if they are aestheticized as being right wing. We also spoke about the current problems facing leftwing media and how we have so far settled with allowing platforms like Patreon to essentially be our shared infrastructure rather than creating our own.<br/><br/>“E-deology” is an internet slang term used to describe the overuse of prefixes and suffixes to generate complex ideological labels. These hyper-specific categories serve as a gamified form of identity play and niche personal branding in the chaotic landscape of online politics.<br/><br/><b>More from Joshua Citarella</b><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BKGx5xrr5eg '>DKP is Market Socialism Video</a><br/><a href='https://soundcloud.com/joshuacitarella/yung-chomsky-on-physical-fitness-and-the-left'>Yung Chomsky on Physical Fitness and the Left Podcast</a><br/><a href='https://www.patreon.com/joshuacitarella'>Joshua Citarella&apos;s Patreon</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Extitutional Theory: No Rules, No Roles, just Dynamics</itunes:title>
    <title>Extitutional Theory: No Rules, No Roles, just Dynamics</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I spoke to Primavera De Filipi (@yaoeo), one of the earliest scholars on law and crypto, Internet activist, and artist. She is permanent researcher at the CNRS and Faculty Associate at the Berkman Klein Center for Internet &amp; Society at Harvard University. She is author of the book Blockchain and the Law published by Harvard University Press.  During the interview we spoke about some of the biggest questions facing crypto in regards to the law, her work on Extitutional Theory, and whether ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://cyber.harvard.edu/people/pdefilippi'>Primavera De Filipi</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/yaoeo'>@yaoeo</a>), one of the earliest scholars on law and crypto, Internet activist, and artist. She is permanent researcher at the CNRS and Faculty Associate at the Berkman Klein Center for Internet &amp; Society at Harvard University. She is author of the book <a href='https://www.hup.harvard.edu/catalog.php?isbn=9780674976429'>Blockchain and the Law </a>published by Harvard University Press.<br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about some of the biggest questions facing crypto in regards to the law, her work on Extitutional Theory, and whether code is law. To understand the difference between using an institutional versus an extitutional framework, you can compare them like this: <br/><br/>Institutions = roles and rules, membership, well-defined boundaries, procedures and outcomes, competition<br/>Extitutions =  identities and relationships, participation, rhizomatic networks, rituals and processes, cooperation<br/><br/><b>More sources on Extitutional Theory</b><br/>Academic primer on <a href='https://hal.archives-ouvertes.fr/hal-03513198/document'>Extitutional Theory</a><br/>Shorter blog post on <a href='https://medium.com/berkman-klein-center/an-introduction-to-extitutional-theory-e74b5a49ea53'>Introduction to Extitutional Theory</a><br/>Longer blog post on <a href='https://jessykate.medium.com/the-lazega-encounter-provoking-extitutional-theory-f8464ab82fbf'>Extitutional Theory</a><br/><br/>Very big thank you to <a href='https://twitter.com/AlriteDi'>alritedi</a> for helping produce this episode . You can hear his music throughout the episode and find his music through his <a href='https://linktr.ee/alritedi'>linktree</a>.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I spoke to <a href='https://cyber.harvard.edu/people/pdefilippi'>Primavera De Filipi</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/yaoeo'>@yaoeo</a>), one of the earliest scholars on law and crypto, Internet activist, and artist. She is permanent researcher at the CNRS and Faculty Associate at the Berkman Klein Center for Internet &amp; Society at Harvard University. She is author of the book <a href='https://www.hup.harvard.edu/catalog.php?isbn=9780674976429'>Blockchain and the Law </a>published by Harvard University Press.<br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about some of the biggest questions facing crypto in regards to the law, her work on Extitutional Theory, and whether code is law. To understand the difference between using an institutional versus an extitutional framework, you can compare them like this: <br/><br/>Institutions = roles and rules, membership, well-defined boundaries, procedures and outcomes, competition<br/>Extitutions =  identities and relationships, participation, rhizomatic networks, rituals and processes, cooperation<br/><br/><b>More sources on Extitutional Theory</b><br/>Academic primer on <a href='https://hal.archives-ouvertes.fr/hal-03513198/document'>Extitutional Theory</a><br/>Shorter blog post on <a href='https://medium.com/berkman-klein-center/an-introduction-to-extitutional-theory-e74b5a49ea53'>Introduction to Extitutional Theory</a><br/>Longer blog post on <a href='https://jessykate.medium.com/the-lazega-encounter-provoking-extitutional-theory-f8464ab82fbf'>Extitutional Theory</a><br/><br/>Very big thank you to <a href='https://twitter.com/AlriteDi'>alritedi</a> for helping produce this episode . You can hear his music throughout the episode and find his music through his <a href='https://linktr.ee/alritedi'>linktree</a>.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>MEV: existential threat to blockchains or solvable problem?</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[You may have heard of Maximal Extractable Value, or MEV, which refers to the extraction of value from Ethereum users by reordering, inserting, and censoring transactions within blocks by block producers. It's become a hot topic of debate on how best to deal with it, however these types of conversations can become very technical very fast.   In order to break it down, for this episode I spoke to Luis Bezzenberger (@bezzenberger) who works at Shutter Network, an anti-MEV/front running solution ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>You may have heard of Maximal Extractable Value, or MEV, which refers to the extraction of value from Ethereum users by reordering, inserting, and censoring transactions within blocks by block producers. It&apos;s become a hot topic of debate on how best to deal with it, however these types of conversations can become very technical very fast. <br/><br/>In order to break it down, for this episode I spoke to Luis Bezzenberger (<a href='https://twitter.com/bezzenberger'>@bezzenberger</a>) who works at <a href='https://twitter.com/project_shutter'>Shutter Network</a>, an anti-MEV/front running solution using Distributed Key Generation and threshold encryption. During the episode we spoke about how MEV works at a high level, the different camps on the issue, and how Shutter Network is proposing to deal with MEV. <br/><br/><b>More Sources</b><br/><a href='https://blog.shutter.network/announcing-rolling-shutter/'>Rolling Shutter: MEV protection built into Layer 2</a><br/><a href='https://blog.shutter.network/announcing-shutter-governance-shielded-voting-for-daos/'>Announcing Shutter Governance - Shielded Voting for DAOs</a><br/><a href='https://twitter.com/koeppelmann/status/1559146241325514754'>Thread on a &quot;shutterized beacon chain&quot; for Ethereum</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You may have heard of Maximal Extractable Value, or MEV, which refers to the extraction of value from Ethereum users by reordering, inserting, and censoring transactions within blocks by block producers. It&apos;s become a hot topic of debate on how best to deal with it, however these types of conversations can become very technical very fast. <br/><br/>In order to break it down, for this episode I spoke to Luis Bezzenberger (<a href='https://twitter.com/bezzenberger'>@bezzenberger</a>) who works at <a href='https://twitter.com/project_shutter'>Shutter Network</a>, an anti-MEV/front running solution using Distributed Key Generation and threshold encryption. During the episode we spoke about how MEV works at a high level, the different camps on the issue, and how Shutter Network is proposing to deal with MEV. <br/><br/><b>More Sources</b><br/><a href='https://blog.shutter.network/announcing-rolling-shutter/'>Rolling Shutter: MEV protection built into Layer 2</a><br/><a href='https://blog.shutter.network/announcing-shutter-governance-shielded-voting-for-daos/'>Announcing Shutter Governance - Shielded Voting for DAOs</a><br/><a href='https://twitter.com/koeppelmann/status/1559146241325514754'>Thread on a &quot;shutterized beacon chain&quot; for Ethereum</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>How to make a good ART PONZI</itunes:title>
    <title>How to make a good ART PONZI</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I'm not much of an art NFT collector myself, but I do dabble in at least appreciating some NFT art that I find to be interesting in one way or another. So for this episode I spoke to Chainleft, my potential anon online doppelganger, who has recently started a new NFT collection he calls ART PONZI. Having been involved in the NFT space quite early, he is using this collection as a critique of many NFT projects while also testing out very novel mechanisms that few others have dared to try.  In ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>I&apos;m not much of an art NFT collector myself, but I do dabble in at least appreciating some NFT art that I find to be interesting in one way or another. So for this episode I spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/ChainLeftist'>Chainleft</a>, my potential anon online doppelganger, who has recently started a new NFT collection he calls <a href='https://mirror.xyz/chainleft.eth/YXn6W41P4PzzfAECGgJH7PQ5UlYxN-dg25Jo2TobxPs'>ART PONZI</a>. Having been involved in the NFT space quite early, he is using this collection as a critique of many NFT projects while also testing out very novel mechanisms that few others have dared to try.<br/><br/>In the interview we spoke about how he uses his data science skills to help other NFT projects,  why he calls this collection ART PONZI, and why he loves SVG file types for 100% on-chain art. Towards the end we also spoke about the research he calculating the inequality created through Proof of Work versus Proof of Stake consensus mechanisms. His <a href='https://mirror.xyz/chainleft.eth/ZKQlhz9XA4kkFjtPLIdyvjMrnZOFscTDvlCYOK1awFo'>published work  on Mirror</a> showed that Proof of Stake creates less inequality than Proof of Work.<br/><br/><strong>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </strong><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><strong>Patreon</strong></a><strong> starting at just </strong><strong><em>$3 per month</em></strong><strong>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</strong><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><strong>@TBSocialist</strong></a><strong>) and join the </strong><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><strong>r/CryptoLeftists</strong></a><strong> subreddit and </strong><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><strong>Discord</strong></a><strong> to join the discussion.<br/></strong><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I&apos;m not much of an art NFT collector myself, but I do dabble in at least appreciating some NFT art that I find to be interesting in one way or another. So for this episode I spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/ChainLeftist'>Chainleft</a>, my potential anon online doppelganger, who has recently started a new NFT collection he calls <a href='https://mirror.xyz/chainleft.eth/YXn6W41P4PzzfAECGgJH7PQ5UlYxN-dg25Jo2TobxPs'>ART PONZI</a>. Having been involved in the NFT space quite early, he is using this collection as a critique of many NFT projects while also testing out very novel mechanisms that few others have dared to try.<br/><br/>In the interview we spoke about how he uses his data science skills to help other NFT projects,  why he calls this collection ART PONZI, and why he loves SVG file types for 100% on-chain art. Towards the end we also spoke about the research he calculating the inequality created through Proof of Work versus Proof of Stake consensus mechanisms. His <a href='https://mirror.xyz/chainleft.eth/ZKQlhz9XA4kkFjtPLIdyvjMrnZOFscTDvlCYOK1awFo'>published work  on Mirror</a> showed that Proof of Stake creates less inequality than Proof of Work.<br/><br/><strong>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </strong><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><strong>Patreon</strong></a><strong> starting at just </strong><strong><em>$3 per month</em></strong><strong>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</strong><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><strong>@TBSocialist</strong></a><strong>) and join the </strong><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><strong>r/CryptoLeftists</strong></a><strong> subreddit and </strong><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><strong>Discord</strong></a><strong> to join the discussion.<br/></strong><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Review of Decentralized Society and Soulbound Tokens Paper by Vitalik (Teaser)</itunes:title>
    <title>Review of Decentralized Society and Soulbound Tokens Paper by Vitalik (Teaser)</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this bonus episode I give my review of the recent article published titled Decentralized Society: Finding Web3's Soul written by Vitalik Buterin, the founder of Ethereum, Glen Weyl, and Puja Ohlhaver. The paper received a bit of attention as it goes into some high level details about how the authors view a potential future with the use of blockchains for more non-financial uses. This includes in particular leveraging what Vitalik termed as "soulbound" tokens, or largely non-transferrable N...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this bonus episode I give my review of the recent article published titled <a href='https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4105763'><em>Decentralized Society: Finding Web3&apos;s Soul</em></a> written by Vitalik Buterin, the founder of Ethereum, Glen Weyl, and Puja Ohlhaver. The paper received a bit of attention as it goes into some high level details about how the authors view a potential future with the use of blockchains for more non-financial uses. This includes in particular leveraging what Vitalik termed as &quot;soulbound&quot; tokens, or largely non-transferrable NFTs which has been controversial for many.  Instead of taking pundits for their word I took a deep dive into the paper myself and share some of my thoughts on what is being presented in it. <br/><br/>This is a teaser of a Patreon bonus episode. Get the full version on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'>Patreon</a>. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this bonus episode I give my review of the recent article published titled <a href='https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4105763'><em>Decentralized Society: Finding Web3&apos;s Soul</em></a> written by Vitalik Buterin, the founder of Ethereum, Glen Weyl, and Puja Ohlhaver. The paper received a bit of attention as it goes into some high level details about how the authors view a potential future with the use of blockchains for more non-financial uses. This includes in particular leveraging what Vitalik termed as &quot;soulbound&quot; tokens, or largely non-transferrable NFTs which has been controversial for many.  Instead of taking pundits for their word I took a deep dive into the paper myself and share some of my thoughts on what is being presented in it. <br/><br/>This is a teaser of a Patreon bonus episode. Get the full version on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'>Patreon</a>. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Aligning DAOs and Cybernetics</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this episode I spoke to Kelsie Nabben (@kelsiemvn), a qualitative researcher on resilience in decentralised technologies and governance at RMIT in Australia. She recently co-wrote a piece titled Aligning the concept of ‘Decentralized Autonomous Organization’ to Precedents in Cybernetics with Michael Zargham whom you may know from a previous episode. Kelsie also publishes on her Substack about  decentralised digital infrastructure, security, and society. During the interview we spoke ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to <a href='https://kelsienabben.academia.edu/'>Kelsie Nabben</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/kelsiemvn'>@kelsiemvn</a>), a qualitative researcher on resilience in decentralised technologies and governance at RMIT in Australia. She recently co-wrote a piece titled <a href='https://medium.com/block-science/aligning-the-concept-of-decentralized-autonomous-organization-to-precedents-in-cybernetics-51344d1c1411'><em>Aligning the concept of ‘Decentralized Autonomous Organization’ to Precedents in Cybernetics</em></a><em> </em>with Michael Zargham whom you may know from a <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/ccg-chronicles-11-designing-systems-without-fetishes-the-frame-and-cups/'>previous episode</a>. Kelsie also publishes on her <a href='https://kelsienabben.substack.com/'>Substack</a> about  decentralised digital infrastructure, security, and society.</p><p>During the interview we spoke about her previous work in one of the first crypto applications to do an ICO in Australia, her switch to academia to study decentralised systems more closely, and how cybernetics can be used as a framework for understanding and designing DAOs. The article she co-wrote is probably one of the most interesting pieces I&apos;ve read on DAOs and highly encourage people to check it out!</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to <a href='https://kelsienabben.academia.edu/'>Kelsie Nabben</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/kelsiemvn'>@kelsiemvn</a>), a qualitative researcher on resilience in decentralised technologies and governance at RMIT in Australia. She recently co-wrote a piece titled <a href='https://medium.com/block-science/aligning-the-concept-of-decentralized-autonomous-organization-to-precedents-in-cybernetics-51344d1c1411'><em>Aligning the concept of ‘Decentralized Autonomous Organization’ to Precedents in Cybernetics</em></a><em> </em>with Michael Zargham whom you may know from a <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/ccg-chronicles-11-designing-systems-without-fetishes-the-frame-and-cups/'>previous episode</a>. Kelsie also publishes on her <a href='https://kelsienabben.substack.com/'>Substack</a> about  decentralised digital infrastructure, security, and society.</p><p>During the interview we spoke about her previous work in one of the first crypto applications to do an ICO in Australia, her switch to academia to study decentralised systems more closely, and how cybernetics can be used as a framework for understanding and designing DAOs. The article she co-wrote is probably one of the most interesting pieces I&apos;ve read on DAOs and highly encourage people to check it out!</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Interview with Black Swan DAO (Live in Paris)</itunes:title>
    <title>Interview with Black Swan DAO (Live in Paris)</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[About a month ago I did the first live podcast interview in Paris at an event hosted by EBB with two members of Black Swan DAO, a Berlin-based collective pursuing horizontal and decentralised approaches to art-making. Penny Rafferty (@pennny_rafferty) and Calum Bowden (@calsbot) are both artists and the members of the DAO who came to speak with me in Paris. We spoke about the need for collective approaches, their quadratic voting tool, Cygnet, and much more.  If you liked the podcast be sure ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>About a month ago I did the first live podcast interview in Paris at an event hosted by <a href='https://twitter.com/ebb_global'>EBB</a> with two members of <a href='https://blackswan.support/'>Black Swan DAO</a>, a Berlin-based collective pursuing horizontal and decentralised approaches to art-making. Penny Rafferty (<a href='https://twitter.com/pennny_rafferty'>@pennny_rafferty</a>) and Calum Bowden (<a href='https://twitter.com/calsbot'>@calsbot</a>) are both artists and the members of the DAO who came to speak with me in Paris. We spoke about the need for collective approaches, their quadratic voting tool, Cygnet, and much more.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>About a month ago I did the first live podcast interview in Paris at an event hosted by <a href='https://twitter.com/ebb_global'>EBB</a> with two members of <a href='https://blackswan.support/'>Black Swan DAO</a>, a Berlin-based collective pursuing horizontal and decentralised approaches to art-making. Penny Rafferty (<a href='https://twitter.com/pennny_rafferty'>@pennny_rafferty</a>) and Calum Bowden (<a href='https://twitter.com/calsbot'>@calsbot</a>) are both artists and the members of the DAO who came to speak with me in Paris. We spoke about the need for collective approaches, their quadratic voting tool, Cygnet, and much more.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Crypto and the Left with Cory Doctorow</itunes:title>
    <title>Crypto and the Left with Cory Doctorow</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Cory Doctorow (@doctorow) is a long time digital rights activist, author of many book on technology and sci-fi, and a journalist. You can find out more about him as well as his books on his website. Well known for being one of the most vocal left-of-center activists in the technology space, he has also expressed several doubts and skepticisms on blockchain and so I invited him to have this discussion.   During the interview we talked about his vision for the future of technology, what he thin...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Cory Doctorow (<a href='https://twitter.com/doctorow'>@doctorow</a>) is a long time digital rights activist, author of many book on technology and sci-fi, and a journalist. You can find out more about him as well as his books on his <a href='https://craphound.com/bio/'>website</a>. Well known for being one of the most vocal left-of-center activists in the technology space, he has also expressed several doubts and skepticisms on blockchain and so I invited him to have this discussion. <br/><br/>During the interview we talked about his vision for the future of technology, what he thinks are the biggest issues (it&apos;s not crypto), and  his skepticisms about blockchains. I of course did my best to present the best case forward for crypto and the left. Unfortunately the interview took place before the Tornado Cash controversy although I was really curious what he would have to say about it and so emailed him afterwards and this his response: <br/><br/>&quot;Code is speech. Sanctions for writing code - as opposed to using that code to take unlawful actions - are a danger to us all. Just as we can understand why someone who writes proof-of-concept code that *can* be used in malicious ways is not the same as someone who *does* use that code in malicious ways, writing code that *can* be used for money laundering is not the same as laundering money.&quot;<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p>ICYMI - The first documentary teaser was just released! You can watch it <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8jorh8cbziA'>here</a>. Be sure to subscribe to the <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf_MAEJ1r8S5cfP8kn1H_Dg'>channel on YouTube</a> and follow the account on <a href='https://twitter.com/_cryptofutures'>Twitter</a>.  You can read a lot more information about the documentary on the website at <a href='https://www.cryptofuturesdoc.com/'>www.cryptofuturesdoc.com</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cory Doctorow (<a href='https://twitter.com/doctorow'>@doctorow</a>) is a long time digital rights activist, author of many book on technology and sci-fi, and a journalist. You can find out more about him as well as his books on his <a href='https://craphound.com/bio/'>website</a>. Well known for being one of the most vocal left-of-center activists in the technology space, he has also expressed several doubts and skepticisms on blockchain and so I invited him to have this discussion. <br/><br/>During the interview we talked about his vision for the future of technology, what he thinks are the biggest issues (it&apos;s not crypto), and  his skepticisms about blockchains. I of course did my best to present the best case forward for crypto and the left. Unfortunately the interview took place before the Tornado Cash controversy although I was really curious what he would have to say about it and so emailed him afterwards and this his response: <br/><br/>&quot;Code is speech. Sanctions for writing code - as opposed to using that code to take unlawful actions - are a danger to us all. Just as we can understand why someone who writes proof-of-concept code that *can* be used in malicious ways is not the same as someone who *does* use that code in malicious ways, writing code that *can* be used for money laundering is not the same as laundering money.&quot;<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p>ICYMI - The first documentary teaser was just released! You can watch it <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8jorh8cbziA'>here</a>. Be sure to subscribe to the <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf_MAEJ1r8S5cfP8kn1H_Dg'>channel on YouTube</a> and follow the account on <a href='https://twitter.com/_cryptofutures'>Twitter</a>.  You can read a lot more information about the documentary on the website at <a href='https://www.cryptofuturesdoc.com/'>www.cryptofuturesdoc.com</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>CCG Chronicles #12 - Origins of the Crypto Commons</itunes:title>
    <title>CCG Chronicles #12 - Origins of the Crypto Commons</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[During the CCG I interviewed a co-founder of the event and organization that runs it, the Crypto Commons Association, Felix Fritsch (@FelixFritsch2) . Felix is a PhD student who focuses on the synthesis of cryptocurrencies with commons theory and has written articles like  "Challenges and Approaches to Scaling the Global Commons" with many others including those who have been on the podcast before. During the interview we spoke about his story for getting involved in the crypto commons m...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>During the CCG I interviewed a co-founder of the event and organization that runs it, the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/'>Crypto Commons Association</a>, <a href='https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Felix-Fritsch-2'>Felix Fritsch</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/FelixFritsch2'>@FelixFritsch2</a>) . Felix is a PhD student who focuses on the synthesis of cryptocurrencies with commons theory and has written articles like  &quot;<a href='https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fbloc.2021.578721/full'>Challenges and Approaches to Scaling the Global Commons</a>&quot; with many others including those who have been on the podcast before. During the interview we spoke about his story for getting involved in the crypto commons movement, starting the Crypto Commons Association and Gathering, and Autonomist Marxism. This will be the final installment of the CCG Chronicles.<br/><br/>This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I&apos;m making with a few others.</p><p>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We’re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we’re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>During the CCG I interviewed a co-founder of the event and organization that runs it, the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/'>Crypto Commons Association</a>, <a href='https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Felix-Fritsch-2'>Felix Fritsch</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/FelixFritsch2'>@FelixFritsch2</a>) . Felix is a PhD student who focuses on the synthesis of cryptocurrencies with commons theory and has written articles like  &quot;<a href='https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fbloc.2021.578721/full'>Challenges and Approaches to Scaling the Global Commons</a>&quot; with many others including those who have been on the podcast before. During the interview we spoke about his story for getting involved in the crypto commons movement, starting the Crypto Commons Association and Gathering, and Autonomist Marxism. This will be the final installment of the CCG Chronicles.<br/><br/>This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I&apos;m making with a few others.</p><p>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We’re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we’re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>CCG Chronicles #11 - Designing systems without fetishes, the frame, and cups</itunes:title>
    <title>CCG Chronicles #11 - Designing systems without fetishes, the frame, and cups</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[During the CCG I had a long conversation with Pekko Koskinen and Michael Zargham about systems design, avoiding fetishizing objectivity when designing systems, and cups and spoons. It was an extremely cerebral discussion!  Pekko Koskinen is a game designer, artist and developer specialized in gamification of social conventions and currently, he coordinates the Economic Space Agency. Dr. Michael Zargham (@mZargham) is a data and decision systems engineer with over a decade of experience design...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>During the CCG I had a long conversation with Pekko Koskinen and Michael Zargham about systems design, avoiding fetishizing objectivity when designing systems, and cups and spoons. It was an extremely cerebral discussion!<br/><br/>Pekko Koskinen is a game designer, artist and developer specialized in gamification of social conventions and currently, he coordinates the Economic Space Agency. Dr. Michael Zargham (<a href='https://twitter.com/mZargham'>@mZargham</a>) is a data and decision systems engineer with over a decade of experience designing and evaluating decentralized algorithms and is the founder of BlockScience, a research and analytics firm for blockchain networks.<br/><br/>This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I&apos;m making with a few others.</p><p>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We’re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we’re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>During the CCG I had a long conversation with Pekko Koskinen and Michael Zargham about systems design, avoiding fetishizing objectivity when designing systems, and cups and spoons. It was an extremely cerebral discussion!<br/><br/>Pekko Koskinen is a game designer, artist and developer specialized in gamification of social conventions and currently, he coordinates the Economic Space Agency. Dr. Michael Zargham (<a href='https://twitter.com/mZargham'>@mZargham</a>) is a data and decision systems engineer with over a decade of experience designing and evaluating decentralized algorithms and is the founder of BlockScience, a research and analytics firm for blockchain networks.<br/><br/>This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I&apos;m making with a few others.</p><p>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We’re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we’re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Democracy as a Design Space (Interview with Nathan Schneider)</itunes:title>
    <title>Democracy as a Design Space (Interview with Nathan Schneider)</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Nathan Schneider (@ntnsndr) is a professor of media studies at the University of Colorado Boulder and the editor of “Proof of Stake: The Making of Ethereum and the Philosophy of Blockchains,” a collection of essays by Vitalik Buterin that will be published this September. He is also one of the most prominent thinkers on cooperativism and the creator of the term Exit to Community.  He has to be one of my favorite thinkers involved in the crypto space as you may have noticed that I've mentioned...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a href='https://nathanschneider.info/'>Nathan Schneider</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/ntnsndr'>@ntnsndr</a>) is a professor of media studies at the University of Colorado Boulder and the editor of “<a href='https://www.sevenstories.com/books/4443-proof-of-stake'>Proof of Stake: The Making of Ethereum and the Philosophy of Blockchains</a>,” a collection of essays by Vitalik Buterin that will be published this September. He is also one of the most prominent thinkers on cooperativism and the creator of the term <a href='https://www.colorado.edu/lab/medlab/exit-to-community'>Exit to Community</a>.<br/><br/>He has to be one of my favorite thinkers involved in the crypto space as you may have noticed that I&apos;ve mentioned his work throughout the podcast and in my own writing. During this interview we spoke about his story of getting interested in crypto, his recent piece on <a href='https://www.noemamag.com/how-we-can-encode-human-rights-in-the-blockchain/'>encoding human rights on the blockchain</a>, and so much more.  It was a great conversation.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href='https://nathanschneider.info/'>Nathan Schneider</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/ntnsndr'>@ntnsndr</a>) is a professor of media studies at the University of Colorado Boulder and the editor of “<a href='https://www.sevenstories.com/books/4443-proof-of-stake'>Proof of Stake: The Making of Ethereum and the Philosophy of Blockchains</a>,” a collection of essays by Vitalik Buterin that will be published this September. He is also one of the most prominent thinkers on cooperativism and the creator of the term <a href='https://www.colorado.edu/lab/medlab/exit-to-community'>Exit to Community</a>.<br/><br/>He has to be one of my favorite thinkers involved in the crypto space as you may have noticed that I&apos;ve mentioned his work throughout the podcast and in my own writing. During this interview we spoke about his story of getting interested in crypto, his recent piece on <a href='https://www.noemamag.com/how-we-can-encode-human-rights-in-the-blockchain/'>encoding human rights on the blockchain</a>, and so much more.  It was a great conversation.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Idena: Digital Democracy without a Centralized Entity</itunes:title>
    <title>Idena: Digital Democracy without a Centralized Entity</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[A case for crypto for the left would undoubtedly have to include the potential for creating resilient methods for digital democracy. However to make real democracy of one person one vote is incredibly difficult without having a very good system of sybil resistance, or for a way to tell that a single account is a single person. This is why so many projects rely on pure token governance, which is not really that democratic.   You have some projects that try to provide a layer of sybil resistanc...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>A case for crypto for the left would undoubtedly have to include the potential for creating resilient methods for digital democracy. However to make real democracy of one person one vote is incredibly difficult without having a very good system of sybil resistance, or for a way to tell that a single account is a single person. This is why so many projects rely on pure token governance, which is not really that democratic. <br/><br/>You have some projects that try to provide a layer of sybil resistance, but many times it includes a loss of some amount of privacy. <a href='http://www.idena.io'>Idena</a> (<a href='https://mobile.twitter.com/IdenaNetwork'>@IdenaNetwork</a>) has come across to me as a blockchain that has seemed to found a good balance between privacy and sybil resistance.<br/><br/>For this episode I spoke to two community members of the Idena community that go by <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH4XJPkbqvQMnZTUuW2SP2w/'>LTraveler</a> and TravCrypto. In the interview we spoke about how Idena works, the different types of use cases it enables related to digital democracy, and how it protects users&apos; privacy. <br/><br/><b>More Resources</b><br/><a href='https://hackernoon.com/understanding-idena---the-human-centric-blockchain'>Understanding Idena Article</a><br/> <a href='https://www.idena.io/staking'>Quadratic Staking calculator</a><br/><a href='https://medium.com/idena/decentralized-ads-the-web3-solution-of-advertising-5a55c4f938ba'>Decentralized Advertisements</a><br/><a href='https://discord.gg/8BusRj7'>Idena Discord</a><br/><a href='https://ltraveler.github.io/'>LTraveler&apos;s Github page</a></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.<br/></b><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A case for crypto for the left would undoubtedly have to include the potential for creating resilient methods for digital democracy. However to make real democracy of one person one vote is incredibly difficult without having a very good system of sybil resistance, or for a way to tell that a single account is a single person. This is why so many projects rely on pure token governance, which is not really that democratic. <br/><br/>You have some projects that try to provide a layer of sybil resistance, but many times it includes a loss of some amount of privacy. <a href='http://www.idena.io'>Idena</a> (<a href='https://mobile.twitter.com/IdenaNetwork'>@IdenaNetwork</a>) has come across to me as a blockchain that has seemed to found a good balance between privacy and sybil resistance.<br/><br/>For this episode I spoke to two community members of the Idena community that go by <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH4XJPkbqvQMnZTUuW2SP2w/'>LTraveler</a> and TravCrypto. In the interview we spoke about how Idena works, the different types of use cases it enables related to digital democracy, and how it protects users&apos; privacy. <br/><br/><b>More Resources</b><br/><a href='https://hackernoon.com/understanding-idena---the-human-centric-blockchain'>Understanding Idena Article</a><br/> <a href='https://www.idena.io/staking'>Quadratic Staking calculator</a><br/><a href='https://medium.com/idena/decentralized-ads-the-web3-solution-of-advertising-5a55c4f938ba'>Decentralized Advertisements</a><br/><a href='https://discord.gg/8BusRj7'>Idena Discord</a><br/><a href='https://ltraveler.github.io/'>LTraveler&apos;s Github page</a></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.<br/></b><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>CCG Chronicles #10 - Issues with the Sharing Economy and Platform Cooperativism</itunes:title>
    <title>CCG Chronicles #10 - Issues with the Sharing Economy and Platform Cooperativism</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the Crypto Commons Gathering (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I'm making with a few others. During the CCG I interviewed Blanka Vay and Andreas  Arnold who are both members of the CirclesUBI  (@CirclesUBI) Cooperative based in Berlin. We spoke about why they believe platform cooperatives to be ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I&apos;m making with a few others.</p><p>During the CCG I interviewed Blanka Vay and Andreas  Arnold who are both members of the <a href='https://joincircles.net/'>CirclesUBI</a>  (<a href='https://twitter.com/CirclesUBI'>@CirclesUBI</a>) Cooperative based in Berlin. We spoke about why they believe platform cooperatives to be better solutions than what the sharing economy was and their experimentations of CirclesUBI in Berlin. I&apos;ve previously spoken to Julio Linares to talk more deeply about how CirclesUBI works <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/the-promise-of-people-powered-money-with-circlesubi/'>here</a>. The project has recently announced some planned changes to the system which you can find the details of <a href='https://circlesubi.medium.com/the-revaluation-of-the-circles-system-c6eea70e767d'>here</a>. <br/><br/>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We’re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we’re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I&apos;m making with a few others.</p><p>During the CCG I interviewed Blanka Vay and Andreas  Arnold who are both members of the <a href='https://joincircles.net/'>CirclesUBI</a>  (<a href='https://twitter.com/CirclesUBI'>@CirclesUBI</a>) Cooperative based in Berlin. We spoke about why they believe platform cooperatives to be better solutions than what the sharing economy was and their experimentations of CirclesUBI in Berlin. I&apos;ve previously spoken to Julio Linares to talk more deeply about how CirclesUBI works <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/the-promise-of-people-powered-money-with-circlesubi/'>here</a>. The project has recently announced some planned changes to the system which you can find the details of <a href='https://circlesubi.medium.com/the-revaluation-of-the-circles-system-c6eea70e767d'>here</a>. <br/><br/>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We’re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we’re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Sat, 25 Jun 2022 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>We&#39;re de-pegging Terra for &quot;research purposes&quot;</itunes:title>
    <title>We&#39;re de-pegging Terra for &quot;research purposes&quot;</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode I spoke to Quinn Dupont (@quinndupont), an  early crypto academic, founder of Alumni Labs, and author of the book Cryptocurrencies and Blockchains.   During the interview we spoke about his recent publication through Alumni Labs on A Progressive Web3,  some of the ethical issues around studying cryptocurrencies that people should be aware of which he's written extensively about, as well as post-Marxist philosophers.   If you liked the podcast be sure to giv...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke to Quinn Dupont (<a href='https://twitter.com/quinndupont'>@quinndupont</a>), an  early crypto academic, founder of <a href='https://mirror.xyz/0x57aEfB0b9Dc001229DEE5A8E04D82fdA3Bc19755/boX6Hjd3m9OoxEB0KJdmdmDqx2KkryFfDmg1wTVH-Cc'>Alumni Labs</a>, and author of the book <a href='https://iqdupont.com/cryptocurrencies-blockchains/'>Cryptocurrencies and Blockchains</a>. </p><p> During the interview we spoke about his recent publication through Alumni Labs on <a href='https://mirror.xyz/0x57aEfB0b9Dc001229DEE5A8E04D82fdA3Bc19755/qFcDHq3o1bsN6mg-FMDCLb0HdwJZf5AkkH3xaTSQr-g'>A Progressive Web3</a>,  some of the ethical issues around studying cryptocurrencies that people should be aware of which <a href='https://cryptoeconomicsystems.pubpub.org/pub/dupont-ethical-principles/release/13?readingCollection=c65922bd'>he&apos;s written </a>extensively about, as well as post-Marxist philosophers. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.<br/></b><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode I spoke to Quinn Dupont (<a href='https://twitter.com/quinndupont'>@quinndupont</a>), an  early crypto academic, founder of <a href='https://mirror.xyz/0x57aEfB0b9Dc001229DEE5A8E04D82fdA3Bc19755/boX6Hjd3m9OoxEB0KJdmdmDqx2KkryFfDmg1wTVH-Cc'>Alumni Labs</a>, and author of the book <a href='https://iqdupont.com/cryptocurrencies-blockchains/'>Cryptocurrencies and Blockchains</a>. </p><p> During the interview we spoke about his recent publication through Alumni Labs on <a href='https://mirror.xyz/0x57aEfB0b9Dc001229DEE5A8E04D82fdA3Bc19755/qFcDHq3o1bsN6mg-FMDCLb0HdwJZf5AkkH3xaTSQr-g'>A Progressive Web3</a>,  some of the ethical issues around studying cryptocurrencies that people should be aware of which <a href='https://cryptoeconomicsystems.pubpub.org/pub/dupont-ethical-principles/release/13?readingCollection=c65922bd'>he&apos;s written </a>extensively about, as well as post-Marxist philosophers. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.<br/></b><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>CCG Chronicles #9 - Surviving Sanctions: Mutual Credit in Venezuela</itunes:title>
    <title>CCG Chronicles #9 - Surviving Sanctions: Mutual Credit in Venezuela</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the Crypto Commons Gathering (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I'm making with a few others. During the CCG I interviewed Aleeza Howitt (@aleezagroks) and Daniel Knobelsdorf (@KnobsDAO) about their experience of introducing Trustlines in Venezuela. Trustlines is a mutual credit system built on blockchain ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I&apos;m making with a few others.</p><p>During the CCG I interviewed Aleeza Howitt (<a href='https://twitter.com/aleezagroks'>@aleezagroks</a>) and Daniel Knobelsdorf (<a href='https://twitter.com/knobsDAO'>@KnobsDAO</a>) about their experience of introducing <a href='https://trustlines.network/'>Trustlines</a> in Venezuela. Trustlines is a mutual credit system built on blockchain that I spoke to Aleeza about in the past <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/giving-the-power-of-money-to-the-people-through-decentralized-mutual-credit-networks-ft-aleeza-howitt-from-trustlines/'>here</a>. While the full report about the study has yet to be  published, some of the results can be seen <a href='https://blog.trustlines.network/financial-inclusion-via-solidarity-a-case-study-in-venezuela/'>here</a>.<br/><br/>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We’re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we’re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I&apos;m making with a few others.</p><p>During the CCG I interviewed Aleeza Howitt (<a href='https://twitter.com/aleezagroks'>@aleezagroks</a>) and Daniel Knobelsdorf (<a href='https://twitter.com/knobsDAO'>@KnobsDAO</a>) about their experience of introducing <a href='https://trustlines.network/'>Trustlines</a> in Venezuela. Trustlines is a mutual credit system built on blockchain that I spoke to Aleeza about in the past <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/giving-the-power-of-money-to-the-people-through-decentralized-mutual-credit-networks-ft-aleeza-howitt-from-trustlines/'>here</a>. While the full report about the study has yet to be  published, some of the results can be seen <a href='https://blog.trustlines.network/financial-inclusion-via-solidarity-a-case-study-in-venezuela/'>here</a>.<br/><br/>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We’re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we’re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>How to Make a Song Every Day and Turn it in to a DAO Cooperative: Interview with Jonathan Mann</itunes:title>
    <title>How to Make a Song Every Day and Turn it in to a DAO Cooperative: Interview with Jonathan Mann</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this interview I spoke to Jonathan Mann (@songadaymann), also known as the Song A Day guy, who has, in case you can't tell, published a new song every day for the past ~14 years. There's a good chance you've heard one of his songs at some point since many have gone viral in the past! He has also turned all of his songs over the years into NFTs which has formed the basis for the creation of a larger project called SongADAO Coop (for full transparency, I also own one NFT of one of his songs ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this interview I spoke to Jonathan Mann (<a href='https://twitter.com/songadaymann'>@songadaymann</a>), also known as the Song A Day guy, who has, in case you can&apos;t tell, published a new song every day for the past ~14 years. There&apos;s a good chance you&apos;ve heard one of his songs at some point since many have gone viral in the past! He has also turned all of his songs over the years into NFTs which has formed the basis for the creation of a larger project called <a href='https://songaday.world/'>SongADAO</a> Coop (for full transparency, I also own one NFT of one of his songs which is played at the end).<br/><br/>During the interview we talked about his experience of making  a song every day over the internet, how became interested in NFTs, starting SongADAO Coop, and how it&apos;s changed his practice and life. We also talked a bit about his interview with Dan Olson before his Line Goes Up video came out  on his podcast <a href='https://anchor.fm/digitallyrare'>Digitally Rare </a>and what he left out, how he went about making sure SongADAO adhered to cooperative principles and the libertarian to cooperativist pipeline. You can also find the interview I did on Digitally Rare <a href='https://anchor.fm/digitallyrare/episodes/Socialism--On-My-Blockchain--Its-More-Common-Than-You-Think-e1bed58'>here</a> a few months ago.<br/><br/><b>Mentioned Sources</b><br/><a href='https://twitter.com/songadaymann/status/1477084248347709440'>How Jonathan started in crypto and ended up making SongADAO</a><br/><a href=' https://podcast.jonathanmann.net/episodes '>Podcast series on how Jonathan goes about making his songs</a></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this interview I spoke to Jonathan Mann (<a href='https://twitter.com/songadaymann'>@songadaymann</a>), also known as the Song A Day guy, who has, in case you can&apos;t tell, published a new song every day for the past ~14 years. There&apos;s a good chance you&apos;ve heard one of his songs at some point since many have gone viral in the past! He has also turned all of his songs over the years into NFTs which has formed the basis for the creation of a larger project called <a href='https://songaday.world/'>SongADAO</a> Coop (for full transparency, I also own one NFT of one of his songs which is played at the end).<br/><br/>During the interview we talked about his experience of making  a song every day over the internet, how became interested in NFTs, starting SongADAO Coop, and how it&apos;s changed his practice and life. We also talked a bit about his interview with Dan Olson before his Line Goes Up video came out  on his podcast <a href='https://anchor.fm/digitallyrare'>Digitally Rare </a>and what he left out, how he went about making sure SongADAO adhered to cooperative principles and the libertarian to cooperativist pipeline. You can also find the interview I did on Digitally Rare <a href='https://anchor.fm/digitallyrare/episodes/Socialism--On-My-Blockchain--Its-More-Common-Than-You-Think-e1bed58'>here</a> a few months ago.<br/><br/><b>Mentioned Sources</b><br/><a href='https://twitter.com/songadaymann/status/1477084248347709440'>How Jonathan started in crypto and ended up making SongADAO</a><br/><a href=' https://podcast.jonathanmann.net/episodes '>Podcast series on how Jonathan goes about making his songs</a></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>CCG Chronicles #8 - Token Engineering and Holochain</itunes:title>
    <title>CCG Chronicles #8 - Token Engineering and Holochain</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the Crypto Commons Gathering (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I'm making with a few others. During the CCG I interviewed Scott Morris (@CS_Morris) and Moritz Bierling (@bierlingm) about how to design a new currency system, blockchain vs. holochain, and memes. Scott is a currency design consultant  w...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I&apos;m making with a few others.</p><p>During the CCG I interviewed Scott Morris (<a href='https://twitter.com/CS_Morris'>@CS_Morris</a>) and Moritz Bierling (<a href='https://twitter.com/bierlingm'>@bierlingm</a>) about how to design a new currency system, blockchain vs. holochain, and memes. Scott is a currency design consultant  working in both crypto and non-crypto based currencies focused on cooperative finance. We talked a bit about a TedX talk he gave titled &quot;<a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_mWaoBhAEA'>Putting people and the planet before paper wealth</a>&quot;. Moritz works a lot in the Holochain ecosystem and has his own newsletter <a href='https://world.hey.com/moritzbierling/world-hey-e21caada '>here</a>.</p><p>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We’re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we’re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I&apos;m making with a few others.</p><p>During the CCG I interviewed Scott Morris (<a href='https://twitter.com/CS_Morris'>@CS_Morris</a>) and Moritz Bierling (<a href='https://twitter.com/bierlingm'>@bierlingm</a>) about how to design a new currency system, blockchain vs. holochain, and memes. Scott is a currency design consultant  working in both crypto and non-crypto based currencies focused on cooperative finance. We talked a bit about a TedX talk he gave titled &quot;<a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_mWaoBhAEA'>Putting people and the planet before paper wealth</a>&quot;. Moritz works a lot in the Holochain ecosystem and has his own newsletter <a href='https://world.hey.com/moritzbierling/world-hey-e21caada '>here</a>.</p><p>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We’re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we’re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Are we a Psyop to left-wash crypto?</itunes:title>
    <title>Are we a Psyop to left-wash crypto?</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this episode I interviewed Danny O'Brien (@mala) , current senior fellow at the Filecoin Foundation and special advisor to the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF). Danny worked with the EFF for a very long time and has a podcast called How to Fix the Internet.   During the interview we talked about  his experience of the early internet and what it was like to see it develop without significant influence from the left, his pub hangouts with cypherpunks before it ended, and the import...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I interviewed <a href='https://www.oblomovka.com/'>Danny O&apos;Brien</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/mala'>@mala</a>) , current senior fellow at the Filecoin Foundation and special advisor to the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF). Danny worked with the EFF for a very long time and has a podcast called <a href='https://www.eff.org/taxonomy/term/11579/'>How to Fix the Internet</a>. <br/><br/>During the interview we talked about  his experience of the early internet and what it was like to see it develop without significant influence from the left, his pub hangouts with cypherpunks before it ended, and the importance of taking part in technological spaces in the early days to political influence. Our first contact with one another contained a little bit of drama on Twitter as well which we discussed a bit. From our point of view, the importance of taking part in the crypto space at this moment trumps the accusations of being a psyop or of left-washing. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I interviewed <a href='https://www.oblomovka.com/'>Danny O&apos;Brien</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/mala'>@mala</a>) , current senior fellow at the Filecoin Foundation and special advisor to the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF). Danny worked with the EFF for a very long time and has a podcast called <a href='https://www.eff.org/taxonomy/term/11579/'>How to Fix the Internet</a>. <br/><br/>During the interview we talked about  his experience of the early internet and what it was like to see it develop without significant influence from the left, his pub hangouts with cypherpunks before it ended, and the importance of taking part in technological spaces in the early days to political influence. Our first contact with one another contained a little bit of drama on Twitter as well which we discussed a bit. From our point of view, the importance of taking part in the crypto space at this moment trumps the accusations of being a psyop or of left-washing. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Crypto hackers don&#39;t care about your libertarian ideology</itunes:title>
    <title>Crypto hackers don&#39;t care about your libertarian ideology</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this episode I spoke to Jaya Klara Brekke (@jayapapaya), an academic researcher on crypto and Head of Strategy at NYM who recently gave the keynote speech for the Haus Der Kunst DAO Summit.  During the interview we spoke about her skepticism and cautious optimism she mentioned in the keynote speech, the contradictory feelings on the market as someone who was raised in traditional leftist spaces mentioned in her article in the Agorism in the 21st Century Journal, and  how many critics...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to Jaya Klara Brekke (<a href='https://twitter.com/jayapapaya'>@jayapapaya</a>), an academic researcher on crypto and Head of Strategy at NYM who recently gave the <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GIiB8SiJzWM&amp;t=3252s'>keynote speech</a> for the Haus Der Kunst DAO Summit.<br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about her skepticism and cautious optimism she mentioned in the keynote speech, the contradictory feelings on the market as someone who was raised in traditional leftist spaces mentioned in her <a href='https://agorist.xyz/files/Agorism_XXI_I_2022.pdf'>article</a> in the Agorism in the 21st Century Journal, and  how many critics tend to fall short. We also discussed <a href='https://sci-hub.wf/10.1080/13563467.2020.1806223'>her paper</a> on a new protagonist in the economy she calls &quot;hacker-engineers&quot; and how they are not as ideological as critics want to believe as well as her criticisms of Hayekian thought.<br/><br/><b>More publications by Jaya</b><br/><a href='https://aksioma.org/jaya-klara-brekke-i-saw-the-blockchain-at-the-end-of-the-world-turned-around-and-walked-back'>I saw the Blockchain at the End of The World, turned around, and walked back</a><br/><a href='https://policyreview.info/open-abstracts/cryptoeconomics'>Cryptoeconomics</a><br/><a href='https://policyreview.info/pdf/policyreview-2021-2-1548.pdf'>Digital Scarcity</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to Jaya Klara Brekke (<a href='https://twitter.com/jayapapaya'>@jayapapaya</a>), an academic researcher on crypto and Head of Strategy at NYM who recently gave the <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GIiB8SiJzWM&amp;t=3252s'>keynote speech</a> for the Haus Der Kunst DAO Summit.<br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about her skepticism and cautious optimism she mentioned in the keynote speech, the contradictory feelings on the market as someone who was raised in traditional leftist spaces mentioned in her <a href='https://agorist.xyz/files/Agorism_XXI_I_2022.pdf'>article</a> in the Agorism in the 21st Century Journal, and  how many critics tend to fall short. We also discussed <a href='https://sci-hub.wf/10.1080/13563467.2020.1806223'>her paper</a> on a new protagonist in the economy she calls &quot;hacker-engineers&quot; and how they are not as ideological as critics want to believe as well as her criticisms of Hayekian thought.<br/><br/><b>More publications by Jaya</b><br/><a href='https://aksioma.org/jaya-klara-brekke-i-saw-the-blockchain-at-the-end-of-the-world-turned-around-and-walked-back'>I saw the Blockchain at the End of The World, turned around, and walked back</a><br/><a href='https://policyreview.info/open-abstracts/cryptoeconomics'>Cryptoeconomics</a><br/><a href='https://policyreview.info/pdf/policyreview-2021-2-1548.pdf'>Digital Scarcity</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>CCG Chronicles #7 - Sovereignty for the Commons</itunes:title>
    <title>CCG Chronicles #7 - Sovereignty for the Commons</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the Crypto Commons Gathering (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I'm making with a few others. I interviewed Dr. Sarah Manski who I had on the podcast previously about why the left needs to care about value accounting. We both physically attended the CCG to catch up and speak more about her research. During...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I&apos;m making with a few others.</p><p>I interviewed <a href='https://www.sarahmanski.com/'>Dr. Sarah Manski</a> who I had on the podcast <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/why-the-left-should-care-about-value-accounting-feat-dr-sarah-grace-manski/'>previously</a> about why the left needs to care about value accounting. We both physically attended the CCG to catch up and speak more about her research. During the interview we talk about the main differences she sees between standard technologists and those interested in the commons, the complex relations between different spaces of sovereignty, and how to talk to billionaires. </p><p>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We’re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we’re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I&apos;m making with a few others.</p><p>I interviewed <a href='https://www.sarahmanski.com/'>Dr. Sarah Manski</a> who I had on the podcast <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/why-the-left-should-care-about-value-accounting-feat-dr-sarah-grace-manski/'>previously</a> about why the left needs to care about value accounting. We both physically attended the CCG to catch up and speak more about her research. During the interview we talk about the main differences she sees between standard technologists and those interested in the commons, the complex relations between different spaces of sovereignty, and how to talk to billionaires. </p><p>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We’re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we’re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>CCG Chronicles #6 - How to Metagame the Labor Market</itunes:title>
    <title>CCG Chronicles #6 - How to Metagame the Labor Market</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the Crypto Commons Gathering (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I'm making with a few others. I interviewed Peth (@Petheth), founder of Metagame, a very interesting project that has been running for a couple of years at this point to help people who are interested in working on web3 / crypto projects.&nbsp...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I&apos;m making with a few others.</p><p>I interviewed Peth (<a href='https://twitter.com/petheth'>@Petheth</a>), founder of <a href='https://metagame.wtf/'>Metagame</a>, a very interesting project that has been running for a couple of years at this point to help people who are interested in working on web3 / crypto projects.  <br/><br/>“Metagame is any approach to a game that transcends or operates outside of the prescribed rules of the game, uses external factors to affect the game, or goes beyond the supposed limits or environment set by the game.” - From <a href='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metagaming'>Wikipedia</a></p><p>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We’re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we’re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I&apos;m making with a few others.</p><p>I interviewed Peth (<a href='https://twitter.com/petheth'>@Petheth</a>), founder of <a href='https://metagame.wtf/'>Metagame</a>, a very interesting project that has been running for a couple of years at this point to help people who are interested in working on web3 / crypto projects.  <br/><br/>“Metagame is any approach to a game that transcends or operates outside of the prescribed rules of the game, uses external factors to affect the game, or goes beyond the supposed limits or environment set by the game.” - From <a href='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metagaming'>Wikipedia</a></p><p>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We’re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we’re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Lunarpunk, Black Markets, and Agorism in the 21st Century</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this interview I spoke to Dr. Paul Dylan-Ennis (@polarpunklabs), professor at University College Dublin, and Rose O'Leary (@lunarmining), previous writer at CoinDesk and now a programmer for DarkFi. They are both also the editors for a new philosophy journal called Agorism in the 21st Century which recently published its first issue.  Agorism is a heterodox libertarian political tendency that prioritizes taking part in "counter-economic" activity like grey and black markets for polit...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I spoke to Dr. Paul Dylan-Ennis (<a href='https://twitter.com/polarpunklabs'>@polarpunklabs</a>), professor at University College Dublin, and Rose O&apos;Leary (<a href='https://twitter.com/lunar_mining'>@lunarmining</a>), previous writer at CoinDesk and now a programmer for <a href='https://dark.fi/'>DarkFi</a>. They are both also the editors for a new philosophy journal called <a href='https://agorist.xyz/'>Agorism in the 21st Century</a> which recently published its <a href='https://agorist.xyz/files/Agorism_XXI_I_2022.pdf'>first issue</a>.  Agorism is a heterodox libertarian political tendency that prioritizes taking part in &quot;counter-economic&quot; activity like grey and black markets for political change described by Samuel Konkin III that has influenced many figures who played crucial roles in the development in cryptocurrency.<br/><br/>The first issue of the journal includes articles written by Harry Halpin, Jaya Klara Brekke, and even Nick Land among others. During the interview we talk about the journal and why they started it, Agorism as a philosophy, and the importance of having spaces for political inquiry without too much concern for the political spectrum. Since Rose is also one of the signers of the multi-sig wallet, we also talked about AssangeDAO, the DAO raising money for freeing Julian Assange, and its current status.<br/><br/><b>Sources Mentioned</b><br/><a href='https://agorist.xyz/files/Agorism_XXI_I_2022.pdf'>First issue of the journal</a><br/><a href='https://www.egirlcapital.com/insights/107533289'>Rose&apos;s piece on Lunarpunk</a><br/><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/let-there-be-darkfi-interview-with-amir-taaki/'>My interview with Amir Taaki on DarkFi</a><br/><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/mix-nets-and-crypto-privacy-on-the-internet-beyond-tor-with-nym/'>My interview with Harry Halpin on NYM</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I spoke to Dr. Paul Dylan-Ennis (<a href='https://twitter.com/polarpunklabs'>@polarpunklabs</a>), professor at University College Dublin, and Rose O&apos;Leary (<a href='https://twitter.com/lunar_mining'>@lunarmining</a>), previous writer at CoinDesk and now a programmer for <a href='https://dark.fi/'>DarkFi</a>. They are both also the editors for a new philosophy journal called <a href='https://agorist.xyz/'>Agorism in the 21st Century</a> which recently published its <a href='https://agorist.xyz/files/Agorism_XXI_I_2022.pdf'>first issue</a>.  Agorism is a heterodox libertarian political tendency that prioritizes taking part in &quot;counter-economic&quot; activity like grey and black markets for political change described by Samuel Konkin III that has influenced many figures who played crucial roles in the development in cryptocurrency.<br/><br/>The first issue of the journal includes articles written by Harry Halpin, Jaya Klara Brekke, and even Nick Land among others. During the interview we talk about the journal and why they started it, Agorism as a philosophy, and the importance of having spaces for political inquiry without too much concern for the political spectrum. Since Rose is also one of the signers of the multi-sig wallet, we also talked about AssangeDAO, the DAO raising money for freeing Julian Assange, and its current status.<br/><br/><b>Sources Mentioned</b><br/><a href='https://agorist.xyz/files/Agorism_XXI_I_2022.pdf'>First issue of the journal</a><br/><a href='https://www.egirlcapital.com/insights/107533289'>Rose&apos;s piece on Lunarpunk</a><br/><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/let-there-be-darkfi-interview-with-amir-taaki/'>My interview with Amir Taaki on DarkFi</a><br/><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/mix-nets-and-crypto-privacy-on-the-internet-beyond-tor-with-nym/'>My interview with Harry Halpin on NYM</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Crypto Leftists go to ETHDenver (Teaser)</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This is a teaser of a Patreon bonus episode. For this bonus episode I spoke to Marisa and James who are working on PactDAO, a mutual aid network in NYC, and had the opportunity to take part in the events around ETHDenver. Since I didn't get to go, I thought it would be interesting to hear from them about their exoerience, the good and the bad parts.  Get the full version on Patreon or you can unlock this episode on the website for 3 xDai (same as $3) on Gnosis Chain.  If you liked the podcast...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This is a teaser of a Patreon bonus episode. For this bonus episode I spoke to Marisa and James who are working on <a href='https://mirror.xyz/pactcollective.eth/crowdfunds/0x15BBCBC2Eae5C70A4473DB7dA6344dA291ce7E5e'>PactDAO</a>, a mutual aid network in NYC, and had the opportunity to take part in the events around ETHDenver. Since I didn&apos;t get to go, I thought it would be interesting to hear from them about their exoerience, the good and the bad parts.<br/><br/>Get the full version on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'>Patreon</a> or you can unlock this episode on the <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/crypto-leftists-go-to-ethdenver/'>website</a> for 3 xDai (same as $3) on Gnosis Chain.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This is a teaser of a Patreon bonus episode. For this bonus episode I spoke to Marisa and James who are working on <a href='https://mirror.xyz/pactcollective.eth/crowdfunds/0x15BBCBC2Eae5C70A4473DB7dA6344dA291ce7E5e'>PactDAO</a>, a mutual aid network in NYC, and had the opportunity to take part in the events around ETHDenver. Since I didn&apos;t get to go, I thought it would be interesting to hear from them about their exoerience, the good and the bad parts.<br/><br/>Get the full version on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'>Patreon</a> or you can unlock this episode on the <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/crypto-leftists-go-to-ethdenver/'>website</a> for 3 xDai (same as $3) on Gnosis Chain.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>CCG Chronicles #5 - The Credit Commons, Currency Design, and Totemomics</itunes:title>
    <title>CCG Chronicles #5 - The Credit Commons, Currency Design, and Totemomics</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the Crypto Commons Gathering (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I'm making with a few others. I interviewed Matthew Slater, creator of the Credit Commons Protocol which is a mutual credit accounting software ( which does not use any blockchain). The Credit Commons Protocol allows for ledger to be recursive...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I&apos;m making with a few others.</p><p>I interviewed <a href='https://twitter.com/matslats'>Matthew Slater</a>, creator of the <a href='https://creditcommons.net/'>Credit Commons Protocol</a> which is a mutual credit accounting software ( which does not use any blockchain). The Credit Commons Protocol allows for ledger to be recursively nested allowing trading blocs of all scales to exchange with each other <em>without using money</em>. This accounting is used commercially by business barter systems, and socially by LETS and time banks. Matthew has a lot of experience working with various types of communities look for alternatives to the traditional monetary / economic system without using crypto or a blockchain which he explains more on his <a href='https://matslats.net/'>personal site</a> as well as in his <a href='https://matslats.net/money-society-mooc'>Money &amp; Society MOOC</a>. We discuss some of his criticisms of the crypto space regarding tokenomics (or what he calls <a href='https://medium.com/@cryptocommonsassociation/totemomics-hubris-and-hype-78b2a44b5173'>totemomics</a>) as well as how his opinions shifted while attending the CCG.</p><p>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We’re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we’re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I&apos;m making with a few others.</p><p>I interviewed <a href='https://twitter.com/matslats'>Matthew Slater</a>, creator of the <a href='https://creditcommons.net/'>Credit Commons Protocol</a> which is a mutual credit accounting software ( which does not use any blockchain). The Credit Commons Protocol allows for ledger to be recursively nested allowing trading blocs of all scales to exchange with each other <em>without using money</em>. This accounting is used commercially by business barter systems, and socially by LETS and time banks. Matthew has a lot of experience working with various types of communities look for alternatives to the traditional monetary / economic system without using crypto or a blockchain which he explains more on his <a href='https://matslats.net/'>personal site</a> as well as in his <a href='https://matslats.net/money-society-mooc'>Money &amp; Society MOOC</a>. We discuss some of his criticisms of the crypto space regarding tokenomics (or what he calls <a href='https://medium.com/@cryptocommonsassociation/totemomics-hubris-and-hype-78b2a44b5173'>totemomics</a>) as well as how his opinions shifted while attending the CCG.</p><p>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We’re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we’re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>CCG Chronicles #4 - Is there nothing better than liberal democracy?</itunes:title>
    <title>CCG Chronicles #4 - Is there nothing better than liberal democracy?</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the Crypto Commons Gathering (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I'm making with a few others. I interviewed Grace Rachmany,  founder of Voice of Humanity and DAO Leadership, a consultancy that helps DAOs for communications, operations, governance and tokenomics. She also has extensive experience in he...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I&apos;m making with a few others.</p><p>I interviewed <a href='https://twitter.com/RebeccaRachmany'>Grace Rachmany</a>,  founder of <a href='https://voiceofhumanity.one/about/'>Voice of Humanity</a> and <a href='http://www.daoleadership.com'>DAO Leadership</a>, a consultancy that helps DAOs for communications, operations, governance and tokenomics. She also has extensive experience in helping projects write ICO papers and has been involved in early DAO projects. We talked about her experience working in crypto, the blunt nature of using monetary incentives, and the flaws of liberal democracy.</p><p>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We’re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we’re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I&apos;m making with a few others.</p><p>I interviewed <a href='https://twitter.com/RebeccaRachmany'>Grace Rachmany</a>,  founder of <a href='https://voiceofhumanity.one/about/'>Voice of Humanity</a> and <a href='http://www.daoleadership.com'>DAO Leadership</a>, a consultancy that helps DAOs for communications, operations, governance and tokenomics. She also has extensive experience in helping projects write ICO papers and has been involved in early DAO projects. We talked about her experience working in crypto, the blunt nature of using monetary incentives, and the flaws of liberal democracy.</p><p>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We’re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we’re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this episode I spoke to Dr. Tina Rivers Ryan (@TinaRiversRyan), Assistant Curator at the Albright-Knox Art Gallery in Buffalo, New York, art historian, critic, and educator. She's been involved in digital art on the internet well before NFTs were ever a thing but has written some interesting critiques about it all.   During the interview we talk about the history of artists using computers and other digital technologies, the interplanetary war in the art world over NFTs,  and some of...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to Dr. Tina Rivers Ryan (<a href='https://twitter.com/TinaRiversRyan'>@TinaRiversRyan</a>), Assistant Curator at the Albright-Knox Art Gallery in Buffalo, New York, art historian, critic, and educator. She&apos;s been involved in digital art on the internet well before NFTs were ever a thing but has written some interesting critiques about it all. <br/><br/>During the interview we talk about the history of artists using computers and other digital technologies, the interplanetary war in the art world over NFTs,  and some of the realities around the NFT art space. <br/><br/><b>Sources Mentioned</b><br/><a href='https://artreview.com/will-the-artworld-nft-wars-end-in-utopia-or-dystopia/ '>Dr. Ryan\s piece on the interplanetary war on NFTs in Art Review</a><br/><a href='https://www.artforum.com/print/202105/token-gesture-85475'>Token Gesture by Dr. Ryan</a><br/><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/the-original-cryptoartist-was-also-the-original-cryptoleftist/'>My interview with Rhea Myers</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to Dr. Tina Rivers Ryan (<a href='https://twitter.com/TinaRiversRyan'>@TinaRiversRyan</a>), Assistant Curator at the Albright-Knox Art Gallery in Buffalo, New York, art historian, critic, and educator. She&apos;s been involved in digital art on the internet well before NFTs were ever a thing but has written some interesting critiques about it all. <br/><br/>During the interview we talk about the history of artists using computers and other digital technologies, the interplanetary war in the art world over NFTs,  and some of the realities around the NFT art space. <br/><br/><b>Sources Mentioned</b><br/><a href='https://artreview.com/will-the-artworld-nft-wars-end-in-utopia-or-dystopia/ '>Dr. Ryan\s piece on the interplanetary war on NFTs in Art Review</a><br/><a href='https://www.artforum.com/print/202105/token-gesture-85475'>Token Gesture by Dr. Ryan</a><br/><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/the-original-cryptoartist-was-also-the-original-cryptoleftist/'>My interview with Rhea Myers</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://cryptoleftists.xyz/'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the Crypto Commons Gathering (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I'm making with a few others. I interviewed Denis 'Jaromil' Roio, founder of Dyne a "think and do tank" and Devuan GNU/Linux, and CTO of DECODE, an EU funded project using blockchain to help citizens stay  in control of whether they keep ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I&apos;m making with a few others.</p><p>I interviewed <a href='https://twitter.com/jaromil'>Denis &apos;Jaromil&apos; Roio</a>, founder of <a href='https://www.dyne.org/'>Dyne</a> a &quot;think and do tank&quot; and Devuan GNU/Linux, and CTO of <a href='http://decodeproject.eu/'>DECODE</a>, an EU funded project using blockchain to help citizens stay  in control of whether they keep their personal data private or share it for the public good in their city. He has been heavily involved with leftwing movements in Europe as well as one of the first to do <a href='https://www.academia.edu/3471060/Bitcoin_the_end_of_the_Taboo_on_Money'>academic research on bitcoin</a>.</p><p>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We’re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we’re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I&apos;m making with a few others.</p><p>I interviewed <a href='https://twitter.com/jaromil'>Denis &apos;Jaromil&apos; Roio</a>, founder of <a href='https://www.dyne.org/'>Dyne</a> a &quot;think and do tank&quot; and Devuan GNU/Linux, and CTO of <a href='http://decodeproject.eu/'>DECODE</a>, an EU funded project using blockchain to help citizens stay  in control of whether they keep their personal data private or share it for the public good in their city. He has been heavily involved with leftwing movements in Europe as well as one of the first to do <a href='https://www.academia.edu/3471060/Bitcoin_the_end_of_the_Taboo_on_Money'>academic research on bitcoin</a>.</p><p>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We’re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we’re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>The Anarchist Case for DAOs</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this interview I spoke to @againstutopia he's known as on anarchist and crypto Twitter. He has a background in working in tech, platform cooperatives, and is one of the stewards of PrimeDAO. We  had followed each other online but finally had the opportunity to meet in person during The DAOist in Lisbon a few months ago.  During the interview we discuss why he thinks the anarchist community is split on crypto, the interesting DAO tools being built at PrimeDAO for DAO2DAO interactions,...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/againstutopia'>@againstutopia</a> he&apos;s known as on anarchist and crypto Twitter. He has a background in working in tech, platform cooperatives, and is one of the stewards of <a href='https://www.prime.xyz/'>PrimeDAO</a>. We  had followed each other online but finally had the opportunity to meet in person during The DAOist in Lisbon a few months ago.<br/><br/>During the interview we discuss why he thinks the anarchist community is split on crypto, the interesting DAO tools being built at PrimeDAO for DAO2DAO interactions, and the limitations of criticizing technology from an ideological lens instead of speaking to the practice of how it&apos;s used. We also talk a bit about regenerative finance,  why he&apos;s become &quot;cosmos-pilled&quot;, and his new podcast on the ownership economy.  <br/><br/><b>Sources mentioned</b><br/><a href='https://twitter.com/rechelon/status/1482194932286775297'>Thread from William Gillis on blockchain</a><br/><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/the-heterodox-politics-of-the-internet-of-blockchains-and-sustainability-existentialism/'>My interview with Ethan Buchman, founder of Cosmos</a><br/><a href='https://www.ownershipeconomy.com/'>Ownership Economy Podcast</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/againstutopia'>@againstutopia</a> he&apos;s known as on anarchist and crypto Twitter. He has a background in working in tech, platform cooperatives, and is one of the stewards of <a href='https://www.prime.xyz/'>PrimeDAO</a>. We  had followed each other online but finally had the opportunity to meet in person during The DAOist in Lisbon a few months ago.<br/><br/>During the interview we discuss why he thinks the anarchist community is split on crypto, the interesting DAO tools being built at PrimeDAO for DAO2DAO interactions, and the limitations of criticizing technology from an ideological lens instead of speaking to the practice of how it&apos;s used. We also talk a bit about regenerative finance,  why he&apos;s become &quot;cosmos-pilled&quot;, and his new podcast on the ownership economy.  <br/><br/><b>Sources mentioned</b><br/><a href='https://twitter.com/rechelon/status/1482194932286775297'>Thread from William Gillis on blockchain</a><br/><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/the-heterodox-politics-of-the-internet-of-blockchains-and-sustainability-existentialism/'>My interview with Ethan Buchman, founder of Cosmos</a><br/><a href='https://www.ownershipeconomy.com/'>Ownership Economy Podcast</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <title>Teaser - PoW vs PoS from a Socialist PoV</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This is a teaser of a patreon exclusive episode. As a patron you have the ability to vote on the topic / question of a monthly patreon exclusive podcast. For this month the topic voted on Proof of Work vs Proof of Stake from a socialist point of view.  Get the full version on Patreon or you can unlock this episode on my website for 3 xDai.  If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my P...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This is a teaser of a patreon exclusive episode. As a patron you have the ability to vote on the topic / question of a monthly patreon exclusive podcast. For this month the topic voted on Proof of Work vs Proof of Stake from a socialist point of view.<br/><br/>Get the full version on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'>Patreon</a> or you can unlock this episode on my <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/proof-of-work-vs-proof-of-stake-from-a-socialist-pov/'>website</a> for 3 xDai.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This is a teaser of a patreon exclusive episode. As a patron you have the ability to vote on the topic / question of a monthly patreon exclusive podcast. For this month the topic voted on Proof of Work vs Proof of Stake from a socialist point of view.<br/><br/>Get the full version on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'>Patreon</a> or you can unlock this episode on my <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/proof-of-work-vs-proof-of-stake-from-a-socialist-pov/'>website</a> for 3 xDai.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this episode I spoke to James Muldoon (@james_muldoon_), a researcher at Autonomy in the UK, senior lecturer at University of Exeter, and author of the book Platform Socialism , coming out with Pluto Press on January 20th.  You may have seen that I also reviewed Platform Socialism on my site so check that out as well if you want to know more about my thoughts and why I recommend it for those interested in DAOs.  During the interview we cover the history of how Big Tech platforms have...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to James Muldoon (<a href='https://twitter.com/james_muldoon_'>@james_muldoon_</a>), a researcher at <a href='https://autonomy.work/'>Autonomy</a> in the UK, senior lecturer at University of Exeter, and author of the book <a href='http://www.plutobooks.com/9780745346977/platform-socialism/'><em>Platform Socialism </em></a>, coming out with Pluto Press on January 20th.  You may have seen that I also reviewed Platform Socialism <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/platform-socialism-book-review-a-must-read-for-anyone-interested-in-daos/'>on my site</a> so check that out as well if you want to know more about my thoughts and why I recommend it for those interested in DAOs.<br/><br/>During the interview we cover the history of how Big Tech platforms have gotten away with selling us a non-existent utopia, an alternative framework for building platforms, and some of the solutions he proposes in the book. We also dig into Guild Socialism and have a candid discussion about DAOs and web3.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/JvMPYt5h2U'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to James Muldoon (<a href='https://twitter.com/james_muldoon_'>@james_muldoon_</a>), a researcher at <a href='https://autonomy.work/'>Autonomy</a> in the UK, senior lecturer at University of Exeter, and author of the book <a href='http://www.plutobooks.com/9780745346977/platform-socialism/'><em>Platform Socialism </em></a>, coming out with Pluto Press on January 20th.  You may have seen that I also reviewed Platform Socialism <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/platform-socialism-book-review-a-must-read-for-anyone-interested-in-daos/'>on my site</a> so check that out as well if you want to know more about my thoughts and why I recommend it for those interested in DAOs.<br/><br/>During the interview we cover the history of how Big Tech platforms have gotten away with selling us a non-existent utopia, an alternative framework for building platforms, and some of the solutions he proposes in the book. We also dig into Guild Socialism and have a candid discussion about DAOs and web3.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/JvMPYt5h2U'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <title>Mix Nets and Crypto: Privacy on the Internet Beyond Tor with Nym</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this episode I spoke with Harry Halpin (@harryhalpin), open internet advocate, professor, internet researcher, and the current CEO of Nym. Nym is  a project trying to build a global privacy commons for the internet using mix nets, crypto, and anonymous credentials.  During the interview we talk about the current issues with privacy on the internet today, how crypto changes the game for creating privacy over the internet,  and why many of the anti-crypto critiques are wrong and n...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke with Harry Halpin (<a href='https://twitter.com/harryhalpin'>@harryhalpin</a>), open internet advocate, professor, internet researcher, and the current CEO of <a href='https://nymtech.net/'>Nym</a>. Nym is  a project trying to build a global privacy commons for the internet using mix nets, crypto, and anonymous credentials.<br/><br/>During the interview we talk about the current issues with privacy on the internet today, how crypto changes the game for creating privacy over the internet,  and why many of the anti-crypto critiques are wrong and non-Marxist even.  We also talk about how Nym works, how it differs from Tor, and defensive vs offensive technology.<br/><br/><b>More about Nym</b><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUyIbKccMi0'>Nym Explainer Video</a><br/><a href='https://nymtech.net/get-involved/'>Get Involved with Nym</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/JvMPYt5h2U'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke with Harry Halpin (<a href='https://twitter.com/harryhalpin'>@harryhalpin</a>), open internet advocate, professor, internet researcher, and the current CEO of <a href='https://nymtech.net/'>Nym</a>. Nym is  a project trying to build a global privacy commons for the internet using mix nets, crypto, and anonymous credentials.<br/><br/>During the interview we talk about the current issues with privacy on the internet today, how crypto changes the game for creating privacy over the internet,  and why many of the anti-crypto critiques are wrong and non-Marxist even.  We also talk about how Nym works, how it differs from Tor, and defensive vs offensive technology.<br/><br/><b>More about Nym</b><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUyIbKccMi0'>Nym Explainer Video</a><br/><a href='https://nymtech.net/get-involved/'>Get Involved with Nym</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/JvMPYt5h2U'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Dancing with radical economics at the DisCO: A feminist cooperative alternative to DAOs</itunes:title>
    <title>Dancing with radical economics at the DisCO: A feminist cooperative alternative to DAOs</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, after a a few delays, I was finally able to interview  a couple of the masterminds behind DisCO (Distributed Cooperative Organization). I spoke to Stacco Troncoso (@StaccoP2P) and Natalia Avlona who are both members of the crew working on DisCO, also called DisCONAUTS.   A DisCO is an alternative / critique / complement to DAOs (Decentralized Autonomous Organizations) that focuses more on P2P/commons, cooperatives, and feminist economics. During the interview we cover what som...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This week, after a a few delays, I was finally able to interview  a couple of the masterminds behind <a href='https://disco.coop/'>DisCO</a> (Distributed Cooperative Organization). I spoke to Stacco Troncoso (@<a href='https://twitter.com/StaccoP2P'>StaccoP2P</a>) and <a href='https://disco.coop/disconauts/natalia-avlona/'>Natalia Avlona</a> who are both members of the crew working on DisCO, also called DisCONAUTS. <br/><br/>A DisCO is an alternative / critique / complement to DAOs (Decentralized Autonomous Organizations) that focuses more on P2P/commons, cooperatives, and feminist economics. During the interview we cover what some of these concepts mean, the differences between the politics of DisCOs and DAOs, and their experience with working in a DisCO.  To learn more about DisCOs, check out their very well written <a href='https://disco.coop/manifesto/'>DisCO Manifesto</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/JvMPYt5h2U'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week, after a a few delays, I was finally able to interview  a couple of the masterminds behind <a href='https://disco.coop/'>DisCO</a> (Distributed Cooperative Organization). I spoke to Stacco Troncoso (@<a href='https://twitter.com/StaccoP2P'>StaccoP2P</a>) and <a href='https://disco.coop/disconauts/natalia-avlona/'>Natalia Avlona</a> who are both members of the crew working on DisCO, also called DisCONAUTS. <br/><br/>A DisCO is an alternative / critique / complement to DAOs (Decentralized Autonomous Organizations) that focuses more on P2P/commons, cooperatives, and feminist economics. During the interview we cover what some of these concepts mean, the differences between the politics of DisCOs and DAOs, and their experience with working in a DisCO.  To learn more about DisCOs, check out their very well written <a href='https://disco.coop/manifesto/'>DisCO Manifesto</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/JvMPYt5h2U'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>CCG Chronicles #2 - A taxonomy of crypto-politics</itunes:title>
    <title>CCG Chronicles #2 - A taxonomy of crypto-politics</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the Crypto Commons Gathering (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I'm making with a few others. I interviewed Vangelis Papadimitropoulos, a political theorist, social scientist and post doc researcher holding a PhD in political philosophy. Formerly a Research Affiliate at the Free University of Amsterdam and...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I&apos;m making with a few others.</p><p>I interviewed <a href='https://crete.academia.edu/vangelispapadimitropoulos'>Vangelis Papadimitropoulos</a>, a political theorist, social scientist and post doc researcher holding a PhD in political philosophy. Formerly a Research Affiliate at the Free University of Amsterdam and the University of Limerick, he has written extensively on the topic of the commons.</p><p>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We’re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we’re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b> or </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/support/'><b>throwing some cryptocurrency this way</b></a><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/JvMPYt5h2U'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode is a continuation of the CCG Chronicles series which is a collection of interviews conducted during the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021. The interviews were also filmed to potentially be a part of a documentary I&apos;m making with a few others.</p><p>I interviewed <a href='https://crete.academia.edu/vangelispapadimitropoulos'>Vangelis Papadimitropoulos</a>, a political theorist, social scientist and post doc researcher holding a PhD in political philosophy. Formerly a Research Affiliate at the Free University of Amsterdam and the University of Limerick, he has written extensively on the topic of the commons.</p><p>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We’re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we’re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b> or </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/support/'><b>throwing some cryptocurrency this way</b></a><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/JvMPYt5h2U'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Prefiguring post-capitalist work with DAOs</itunes:title>
    <title>Prefiguring post-capitalist work with DAOs</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this week's episode I spoke to Ori Shimony (@orishim),  co-founder of dOrg, a full-stack Web3 development collective. dOrg is incredibly interesting because it is run similarly to a worker-owned cooperative but functions as a DAO while also being at the forefront of building some of the most cutting-edge crypto platforms and products.   During the interview we spoke about his experience in starting dOrg with cooperative principles in mind as a DAO, how DAOs should learn from radical ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s episode I spoke to Ori Shimony (<a href='https://twitter.com/orishim'>@orishim</a>),  co-founder of <a href='https://www.dorg.tech/#/'>dOrg</a>, a full-stack Web3 development collective. dOrg is incredibly interesting because it is run similarly to a worker-owned cooperative but functions as a DAO while also being at the forefront of building some of the most cutting-edge crypto platforms and products. <br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about his experience in starting dOrg with cooperative principles in mind as a DAO, how DAOs should learn from radical historical movements, and how working in DAOs today gives a potential peek into how work could look like under a post-capitalism. We also talked about the process of turning dOrg into the <a href='https://www.coindesk.com/dorg-founders-have-created-the-first-limited-liability-dao/'>first legally recognized DAO</a>. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/JvMPYt5h2U'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s episode I spoke to Ori Shimony (<a href='https://twitter.com/orishim'>@orishim</a>),  co-founder of <a href='https://www.dorg.tech/#/'>dOrg</a>, a full-stack Web3 development collective. dOrg is incredibly interesting because it is run similarly to a worker-owned cooperative but functions as a DAO while also being at the forefront of building some of the most cutting-edge crypto platforms and products. <br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about his experience in starting dOrg with cooperative principles in mind as a DAO, how DAOs should learn from radical historical movements, and how working in DAOs today gives a potential peek into how work could look like under a post-capitalism. We also talked about the process of turning dOrg into the <a href='https://www.coindesk.com/dorg-founders-have-created-the-first-limited-liability-dao/'>first legally recognized DAO</a>. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/JvMPYt5h2U'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 05 Dec 2021 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>CCG Chronicles #1 - Interview with Jeff Emmett of The Commons Stack</itunes:title>
    <title>CCG Chronicles #1 - Interview with Jeff Emmett of The Commons Stack</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Hi all, I have a pretty big announcement to make which is that I'm filming a documentary about the cryptocurrency space! As part of the film I've been doing a bit of traveling going to different crypto-related conferences and filming the events. The first event I joined was the Crypto Commons Gathering (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021 where we also shot full podcast episode-worthy interviews with some of the attendees as well.   For the first episode in the CCG Chronicles series, I interv...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Hi all, I have a pretty big announcement to make which is that I&apos;m filming a documentary about the cryptocurrency space! As part of the film I&apos;ve been doing a bit of traveling going to different crypto-related conferences and filming the events. The first event I joined was the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021 where we also shot full podcast episode-worthy interviews with some of the attendees as well. <br/><br/>For the first episode in the CCG Chronicles series, I interviewed Jeff Emmett (<a href='https://twitter.com/jeffemmett'>@jeffemmett</a>) from <a href='https://commonsstack.org/'>The Commons Stack</a>. During the interview we spoke about the vision for the tools being built by The Commons Stack team, cyber-physical systems design, and mycelial networks. Funny enough, Jeff was actually the second person I ever interviewed in which I published it as a blog which you can find <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/interview-with-jeff-emmett-from-the-commons-stack/'>here</a> if you want to read it.<br/><br/>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We&apos;re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we&apos;re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/JvMPYt5h2U'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hi all, I have a pretty big announcement to make which is that I&apos;m filming a documentary about the cryptocurrency space! As part of the film I&apos;ve been doing a bit of traveling going to different crypto-related conferences and filming the events. The first event I joined was the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/ccg-21'>Crypto Commons Gathering</a> (CCG) in Austria back in August 2021 where we also shot full podcast episode-worthy interviews with some of the attendees as well. <br/><br/>For the first episode in the CCG Chronicles series, I interviewed Jeff Emmett (<a href='https://twitter.com/jeffemmett'>@jeffemmett</a>) from <a href='https://commonsstack.org/'>The Commons Stack</a>. During the interview we spoke about the vision for the tools being built by The Commons Stack team, cyber-physical systems design, and mycelial networks. Funny enough, Jeff was actually the second person I ever interviewed in which I published it as a blog which you can find <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/interview-with-jeff-emmett-from-the-commons-stack/'>here</a> if you want to read it.<br/><br/>If you want to financially support our efforts in making the documentary, you can donate so far with bitcoin, ethereum (any layer), or NEAR at the addresses listed on the <a href='https://www.crypto-commons.org/doc'>website</a>. We&apos;re still unsure when exactly anything will be published, but we&apos;re hoping within the next year although that will depend on the amount of support we can get from the community. <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/JvMPYt5h2U'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Sat, 20 Nov 2021 19:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Let there be DarkFi and Anonymity (Interview with Amir Taaki)</itunes:title>
    <title>Let there be DarkFi and Anonymity (Interview with Amir Taaki)</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[While I was in Lisbon a few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to meet in person and interview Amir Taaki (@Narodism), one of the first Bitcoin core developers and a part of the original team building Ethereum. For a long time Amir has been involved in left wing activism including volunteering in Rojava and is a big digital privacy advocate. While at Liscon, Amir also presented his latest project called DarkFi, an anonymous DeFi network.  During the interview we spoke about his thoughts on the ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>While I was in Lisbon a few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to meet in person and interview Amir Taaki (<a href='https://twitter.com/Narodism'>@Narodism</a>), one of the first Bitcoin core developers and a part of the original team building Ethereum. For a long time Amir has been involved in left wing activism including volunteering in Rojava and is a big digital privacy advocate. While at Liscon, Amir also presented his latest project called <a href='https://dark.fi/'>DarkFi</a>, an anonymous DeFi network.<br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about his thoughts on the current state of the left and crypto, why he believes anonymity to be fundamental to democratic organizing, and what DarkFi plans to achieve. You can also see his talk and demo of DarkFi at Liscon <a href='https://vimeo.com/637976525'>here</a>. <br/><br/><b>Get involved in DarkFi</b><br/><a href='https://dark.fi/manifesto.html'>DarkFi Manifesto</a><br/><a href='https://t.me/darkrenaissance'>DarkFi Telegram group</a><br/><a href='https://twitter.com/darkfisquad'>DarkFi Twitter</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/JvMPYt5h2U'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>While I was in Lisbon a few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to meet in person and interview Amir Taaki (<a href='https://twitter.com/Narodism'>@Narodism</a>), one of the first Bitcoin core developers and a part of the original team building Ethereum. For a long time Amir has been involved in left wing activism including volunteering in Rojava and is a big digital privacy advocate. While at Liscon, Amir also presented his latest project called <a href='https://dark.fi/'>DarkFi</a>, an anonymous DeFi network.<br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about his thoughts on the current state of the left and crypto, why he believes anonymity to be fundamental to democratic organizing, and what DarkFi plans to achieve. You can also see his talk and demo of DarkFi at Liscon <a href='https://vimeo.com/637976525'>here</a>. <br/><br/><b>Get involved in DarkFi</b><br/><a href='https://dark.fi/manifesto.html'>DarkFi Manifesto</a><br/><a href='https://t.me/darkrenaissance'>DarkFi Telegram group</a><br/><a href='https://twitter.com/darkfisquad'>DarkFi Twitter</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/JvMPYt5h2U'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Science and Communism are the Same (Interview with Alexandra Elbakyan, founder of Sci-Hub) </itunes:title>
    <title>Science and Communism are the Same (Interview with Alexandra Elbakyan, founder of Sci-Hub) </title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this interview I spoke with Alexandra Elbakyan (@ringo_ring) the founder of Sci-Hub, the first pirate website in the world to provide mass and public access to tens of millions of academic research papers for absolutely free. As you can imagine, what she's doing is illegal and has had countless issues with government and privately owned journals that paywall science funded by the public. This means that she cannot create a bank account to accept donations to continue her work and only acc...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I spoke with Alexandra Elbakyan (<a href='https://twitter.com/ringo_ring'>@ringo_ring</a>) the founder of <a href='https://www.sci-hub.ru/'>Sci-Hub</a>, the first pirate website in the world to provide mass and public access to tens of millions of academic research papers for absolutely free. As you can imagine, what she&apos;s doing is illegal and has had countless issues with government and privately owned journals that paywall science funded by the public. This means that she cannot create a bank account to accept donations to continue her work and only accepts cryptocurrency.<br/> <br/><a href='https://sci-hub.ru/cryptodonate'>DONATE SOME CRYPTO TO SCI-HUB BECAUSE SCIENCE SHOULD BE FREE</a><br/><br/>Alexandra is also a Russian speaker but can understand English so I was lucky enough to get a translator to help me with this interview. You&apos;ll notice that I edited out the majority of Alexandra speaking since I assume most people who listen don&apos;t understand Russian and fade to the translator. During the interview we spoke about the difficulties she&apos;s faced upkeeping the project,  why she considers Sci-Hub to be a communistic project, and why she thinks the left should be taking cryptocurrency more seriously as a tool.<br/><br/><strong>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </strong><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><strong>Patreon</strong></a><strong> starting at just </strong><strong><em>$3 per month</em></strong><strong>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</strong><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><strong>@TBSocialist</strong></a><strong>) and join the </strong><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><strong>r/CryptoLeftists</strong></a><strong> subreddit and </strong><a href='https://discord.gg/JvMPYt5h2U'><strong>Discord</strong></a><strong> to join the discussion.<br/></strong><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I spoke with Alexandra Elbakyan (<a href='https://twitter.com/ringo_ring'>@ringo_ring</a>) the founder of <a href='https://www.sci-hub.ru/'>Sci-Hub</a>, the first pirate website in the world to provide mass and public access to tens of millions of academic research papers for absolutely free. As you can imagine, what she&apos;s doing is illegal and has had countless issues with government and privately owned journals that paywall science funded by the public. This means that she cannot create a bank account to accept donations to continue her work and only accepts cryptocurrency.<br/> <br/><a href='https://sci-hub.ru/cryptodonate'>DONATE SOME CRYPTO TO SCI-HUB BECAUSE SCIENCE SHOULD BE FREE</a><br/><br/>Alexandra is also a Russian speaker but can understand English so I was lucky enough to get a translator to help me with this interview. You&apos;ll notice that I edited out the majority of Alexandra speaking since I assume most people who listen don&apos;t understand Russian and fade to the translator. During the interview we spoke about the difficulties she&apos;s faced upkeeping the project,  why she considers Sci-Hub to be a communistic project, and why she thinks the left should be taking cryptocurrency more seriously as a tool.<br/><br/><strong>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </strong><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><strong>Patreon</strong></a><strong> starting at just </strong><strong><em>$3 per month</em></strong><strong>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</strong><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><strong>@TBSocialist</strong></a><strong>) and join the </strong><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><strong>r/CryptoLeftists</strong></a><strong> subreddit and </strong><a href='https://discord.gg/JvMPYt5h2U'><strong>Discord</strong></a><strong> to join the discussion.<br/></strong><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>The heterodox politics of the internet of blockchains and sustainability existentialism</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this week's episode I spoke with Ethan Buchman (@buchmanster), the founder of Cosmos and the CEO of  Informal Systems, a worker-owned cooperative helping build the infrastructure of the Cosmos Network. Cosmos is a particular blockchain with the goal of creating the internet of blockchains by creating a layer that facilitates interoperability between different blockchains.   During the interview we talk about Ethan's own heterodox political views, synthesizing the works of the Au...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s episode I spoke with <a href='https://ebuchman.github.io/'>Ethan Buchman</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/buchmanster'>@buchmanster</a>), the founder of Cosmos and the CEO of  <a href='https://informal.systems/'>Informal Systems</a>, a <a href='https://informal.systems/2020/09/21/informal-owners/'>worker-owned cooperative</a> helping build the infrastructure of the <a href='https://cosmos.network/'>Cosmos Network</a>. Cosmos is a particular blockchain with the goal of creating the internet of blockchains by creating a layer that facilitates interoperability between different blockchains.<br/> <br/>During the interview we talk about Ethan&apos;s own heterodox political views, synthesizing the works of the Austrian school and Karl Polanyi among others for creating what he calls &quot;sustainability existentialism.&quot; We also talk about how these politics influenced the creation of Cosmos, his fears of the current state of the crypto ecosystem, and  the difference between DeFi degens and regens.<br/><br/>Here are some more sources to learn more about Ethan&apos;s heterodox political views:</p><ul><li><a href='https://ebuchman.github.io/posts/factors-of-production/'>Reconsidering the Factors of Production</a></li><li><a href='https://twitter.com/buchmanster/status/1441459276506021890'>Thread on Austrians</a></li><li><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ocLp8AL8acQ'>Distributed State</a></li></ul><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/JvMPYt5h2U'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s episode I spoke with <a href='https://ebuchman.github.io/'>Ethan Buchman</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/buchmanster'>@buchmanster</a>), the founder of Cosmos and the CEO of  <a href='https://informal.systems/'>Informal Systems</a>, a <a href='https://informal.systems/2020/09/21/informal-owners/'>worker-owned cooperative</a> helping build the infrastructure of the <a href='https://cosmos.network/'>Cosmos Network</a>. Cosmos is a particular blockchain with the goal of creating the internet of blockchains by creating a layer that facilitates interoperability between different blockchains.<br/> <br/>During the interview we talk about Ethan&apos;s own heterodox political views, synthesizing the works of the Austrian school and Karl Polanyi among others for creating what he calls &quot;sustainability existentialism.&quot; We also talk about how these politics influenced the creation of Cosmos, his fears of the current state of the crypto ecosystem, and  the difference between DeFi degens and regens.<br/><br/>Here are some more sources to learn more about Ethan&apos;s heterodox political views:</p><ul><li><a href='https://ebuchman.github.io/posts/factors-of-production/'>Reconsidering the Factors of Production</a></li><li><a href='https://twitter.com/buchmanster/status/1441459276506021890'>Thread on Austrians</a></li><li><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ocLp8AL8acQ'>Distributed State</a></li></ul><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/JvMPYt5h2U'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Bitcoin is the New Data is the New Oil</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this episode I spoke with Maryam Monalisa Gharavi (@wcncnd), an Iranian-American artist, writer, and theorist whose work explores the interplay between aesthetic and political valences in the public domain.. She conceived of the Oil Research Group, a one woman collective exploring the relationship between oil, data, and bitcoin.  "Data is the new oil" was coined by the British mathematician Clive Humby in 2006 and since then has become a bit of a cliché phrase in the business world. While...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke with <a href='https://sonicacts.com/portal/introducing-maryam-monalisa-gharavi'>Maryam Monalisa Gharavi</a> (<a href='https://www.instagram.com/wcncnd/'>@wcncnd</a>), an Iranian-American artist, writer, and theorist whose work explores the interplay between aesthetic and political valences in the public domain.. She conceived of the Oil Research Group, a one woman collective exploring the relationship between oil, data, and bitcoin.<br/><br/>&quot;Data is the new oil&quot; was coined by the British mathematician Clive Humby in 2006 and since then has become a bit of a cliché phrase in the business world. While there may be some ways the metaphor works, there are clearly some big differences, like oil being a finite source and data being seemingly an infinite one. However, the digital scarcity introduced by bitcoin potentially changes this dynamic. During the interview Monalisa and I talk about the goals of the Oil Research Group, the pros and cons of frictionlessness, and the preciousness of data.<br/><br/>“Every new technology necessitates a new war” - Marshall McLuhan.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke with <a href='https://sonicacts.com/portal/introducing-maryam-monalisa-gharavi'>Maryam Monalisa Gharavi</a> (<a href='https://www.instagram.com/wcncnd/'>@wcncnd</a>), an Iranian-American artist, writer, and theorist whose work explores the interplay between aesthetic and political valences in the public domain.. She conceived of the Oil Research Group, a one woman collective exploring the relationship between oil, data, and bitcoin.<br/><br/>&quot;Data is the new oil&quot; was coined by the British mathematician Clive Humby in 2006 and since then has become a bit of a cliché phrase in the business world. While there may be some ways the metaphor works, there are clearly some big differences, like oil being a finite source and data being seemingly an infinite one. However, the digital scarcity introduced by bitcoin potentially changes this dynamic. During the interview Monalisa and I talk about the goals of the Oil Research Group, the pros and cons of frictionlessness, and the preciousness of data.<br/><br/>“Every new technology necessitates a new war” - Marshall McLuhan.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>The Original Cryptoartist was also the Original Cryptoleftist</itunes:title>
    <title>The Original Cryptoartist was also the Original Cryptoleftist</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this interview I spoke with Rhea Myers (@rheaplex),  an artist, hacker and writer originally from the UK now based in Vancouver. Her work places technology and culture in mutual interrogation to produce new ways of seeing the world as it unfolds around us. She’s been involved in the blockchain art world probably for as long as it has existed and has had her art recently featured in Sotheby’s first NFT auction sale.   What I've found incredible about her work is how prescient it was a...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I spoke with <a href='https://rhea.art/'>Rhea Myers</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/rheaplex'>@rheaplex</a>),  an artist, hacker and writer originally from the UK now based in Vancouver. Her work places technology and culture in mutual interrogation to produce new ways of seeing the world as it unfolds around us. She’s been involved in the blockchain art world probably for as long as it has existed and has had her art recently featured in <a href='https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/auction/2021/natively-digital-a-curated-nft-sale-2/secret-artwork-content'>Sotheby’s first NFT auction sale</a>.<br/> <br/>What I&apos;ve found incredible about her work is how prescient it was around art and includes the first writings attempting to synthesize blockchain with left politics. For example, her piece <a href='https://www.furtherfield.org/crypto-2-0-and-dawcs/'><em>Crypto 2.0 and DAWCs: Dawn of Decentralized Autonomous Workers Councils</em></a><em>  </em>was published in 2015, right at the start of the discourse around DAOs, and already she had the foresight to see the implications this could have for left organizing. <em> <br/></em><br/>She is also a longtime collaborator with <a href='https://www.furtherfield.org/artists-rethinking-blockchain/'>Furtherfield</a>, a not-for-profit international community hub for arts, technology and social change in London, and you can find much of her work with them <a href='https://www.furtherfield.org/author/rhea-myers/'>here</a>.  She is one of the authors who contributed to the <a href='https://torquetorque.net/publications/artists-rethinking-the-blockchain/'>Artists Re:Thinking the Blockchain</a> book published by Furtherfield which is a must read for anyone, not only artists, who want to rethink blockchain. I previously also <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/using-blockchain-to-make-art-we-want-rather-than-what-we-are-told-to-want-with-furtherfield/'>interviewed Ruth Catlow</a>, one of the founders of Furtherfield on the podcast if you want more context.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I spoke with <a href='https://rhea.art/'>Rhea Myers</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/rheaplex'>@rheaplex</a>),  an artist, hacker and writer originally from the UK now based in Vancouver. Her work places technology and culture in mutual interrogation to produce new ways of seeing the world as it unfolds around us. She’s been involved in the blockchain art world probably for as long as it has existed and has had her art recently featured in <a href='https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/auction/2021/natively-digital-a-curated-nft-sale-2/secret-artwork-content'>Sotheby’s first NFT auction sale</a>.<br/> <br/>What I&apos;ve found incredible about her work is how prescient it was around art and includes the first writings attempting to synthesize blockchain with left politics. For example, her piece <a href='https://www.furtherfield.org/crypto-2-0-and-dawcs/'><em>Crypto 2.0 and DAWCs: Dawn of Decentralized Autonomous Workers Councils</em></a><em>  </em>was published in 2015, right at the start of the discourse around DAOs, and already she had the foresight to see the implications this could have for left organizing. <em> <br/></em><br/>She is also a longtime collaborator with <a href='https://www.furtherfield.org/artists-rethinking-blockchain/'>Furtherfield</a>, a not-for-profit international community hub for arts, technology and social change in London, and you can find much of her work with them <a href='https://www.furtherfield.org/author/rhea-myers/'>here</a>.  She is one of the authors who contributed to the <a href='https://torquetorque.net/publications/artists-rethinking-the-blockchain/'>Artists Re:Thinking the Blockchain</a> book published by Furtherfield which is a must read for anyone, not only artists, who want to rethink blockchain. I previously also <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/using-blockchain-to-make-art-we-want-rather-than-what-we-are-told-to-want-with-furtherfield/'>interviewed Ruth Catlow</a>, one of the founders of Furtherfield on the podcast if you want more context.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Bailbloc is a cryptocurrency scheme against bail through The New Inquiry, in which you can  download the app and a small portion of your computer's unused processing power is redirected toward mining Monero. At the end of every month, Bailbloc exchanges the Monero for US dollars and donates the earnings to one of the bail funds in the National Bail Fund Network on a rotational basis. Due to changes in the US legal system around bail, the project is in the process of being phased out, how...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a href='https://bailbloc.thenewinquiry.com/'>Bailbloc</a> is a cryptocurrency scheme against bail through <a href='https://thenewinquiry.com/'>The New Inquiry</a>, in which you can  download the app and a small portion of your computer&apos;s unused processing power is redirected toward mining <a href='https://getmonero.org/'>Monero</a>. At the end of every month, Bailbloc exchanges the Monero for US dollars and donates the earnings to one of the bail funds in the <a href='https://www.communityjusticeexchange.org/nbfn-directory'>National Bail Fund Network</a> on a rotational basis. Due to changes in the US legal system around bail, the project is in the process of being phased out, however all of the code is open source and can potentially be used for other purposes.</p><p>For this interview I spoke to <a href='https://graysonearle.com/'>Grayson Earle</a> (@<a href='https://twitter.com/graysonearle/'>graysonearle</a>). He is an artist in residence at the Zentrum für Kunst und Urbanistik (Center for Art and Urbanistics) in Berlin and one of the creators of Bail Bloc. During the interview we talk about how an why he created Bailbloc, the lessons learned from it, and his suggestions for people who would want to do something similar. We also talk a little bit about <a href='https://twitter.com/breadchain_'>Breadchain</a> and the similarities it has with how Bailbloc approached cryptocurrency to collectivize gains for good.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href='https://bailbloc.thenewinquiry.com/'>Bailbloc</a> is a cryptocurrency scheme against bail through <a href='https://thenewinquiry.com/'>The New Inquiry</a>, in which you can  download the app and a small portion of your computer&apos;s unused processing power is redirected toward mining <a href='https://getmonero.org/'>Monero</a>. At the end of every month, Bailbloc exchanges the Monero for US dollars and donates the earnings to one of the bail funds in the <a href='https://www.communityjusticeexchange.org/nbfn-directory'>National Bail Fund Network</a> on a rotational basis. Due to changes in the US legal system around bail, the project is in the process of being phased out, however all of the code is open source and can potentially be used for other purposes.</p><p>For this interview I spoke to <a href='https://graysonearle.com/'>Grayson Earle</a> (@<a href='https://twitter.com/graysonearle/'>graysonearle</a>). He is an artist in residence at the Zentrum für Kunst und Urbanistik (Center for Art and Urbanistics) in Berlin and one of the creators of Bail Bloc. During the interview we talk about how an why he created Bailbloc, the lessons learned from it, and his suggestions for people who would want to do something similar. We also talk a little bit about <a href='https://twitter.com/breadchain_'>Breadchain</a> and the similarities it has with how Bailbloc approached cryptocurrency to collectivize gains for good.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Teaser - The Connection between Blockchain, Cooperatives, and DAOs</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This is a teaser of a patreon exclusive episode. As a patron you have the ability to vote on the topic / question of a monthly patreon exclusive podcast. For this month the topic voted on was about the connection between blockchain and cooperatives.  Get the full version on Patreon.  If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my Patreon starting at just $3 per month. It takes quite a lot...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This is a teaser of a patreon exclusive episode. As a patron you have the ability to vote on the topic / question of a monthly patreon exclusive podcast. For this month the topic voted on was about the connection between blockchain and cooperatives.<br/><br/>Get the full version on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/posts/55173079'>Patreon</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This is a teaser of a patreon exclusive episode. As a patron you have the ability to vote on the topic / question of a monthly patreon exclusive podcast. For this month the topic voted on was about the connection between blockchain and cooperatives.<br/><br/>Get the full version on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/posts/55173079'>Patreon</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>The Drivers Cooperative: Go Where Workers Are and Organize With Them</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Drivers Cooperative is a ride-hailing platform similar to Uber except owned by the workers not venture capital starting in NYC. They are currently having a fundraiser here where you can invest in and support the workers' movement in the US directly while receiving potentially a 2.5x return.   For this interview, I spoke with Jason Prado (@jasonpjason), an ex-Silicon Valley developer and startup founder who left the Silicon Valley dream to  assist the 2020 Bernie Sanders presidential ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>The Drivers Cooperative is a ride-hailing platform similar to Uber except owned by the workers not venture capital starting in NYC. They are currently having a fundraiser <a href='https://wefunder.com/driverscoop'>here</a> where you can invest in and support the workers&apos; movement in the US directly while receiving potentially a 2.5x return. <br/><br/>For this interview, I spoke with Jason Prado (@jasonpjason), an ex-Silicon Valley developer and startup founder who left the Silicon Valley dream to  assist the 2020 Bernie Sanders presidential campaign and current Chief Technologist of The Drivers Cooperative. He also has a Substack called <a href='https://venturecommune.substack.com/'>Venture Commune</a>.<br/><br/>During the interview we discuss his journey from techno-utopian thinking to socialism and <a href='https://venturecommune.substack.com/p/go-where-workers-are-and-organize'>his thesis</a> for how tech workers should be helping other workers build power. Hint: go where workers are and organize with them rather than try to build tech in a vacuum.  We also talk about some potential future ideas for leveraging crypto for The Drivers Cooperative similar to a DAO. <br/><br/>If you&apos;re interested in joining the Drivers Coop  as a software developer, they are hiring! You can find open positions <a href='https://drivers.coop/jobs'>here</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Drivers Cooperative is a ride-hailing platform similar to Uber except owned by the workers not venture capital starting in NYC. They are currently having a fundraiser <a href='https://wefunder.com/driverscoop'>here</a> where you can invest in and support the workers&apos; movement in the US directly while receiving potentially a 2.5x return. <br/><br/>For this interview, I spoke with Jason Prado (@jasonpjason), an ex-Silicon Valley developer and startup founder who left the Silicon Valley dream to  assist the 2020 Bernie Sanders presidential campaign and current Chief Technologist of The Drivers Cooperative. He also has a Substack called <a href='https://venturecommune.substack.com/'>Venture Commune</a>.<br/><br/>During the interview we discuss his journey from techno-utopian thinking to socialism and <a href='https://venturecommune.substack.com/p/go-where-workers-are-and-organize'>his thesis</a> for how tech workers should be helping other workers build power. Hint: go where workers are and organize with them rather than try to build tech in a vacuum.  We also talk about some potential future ideas for leveraging crypto for The Drivers Cooperative similar to a DAO. <br/><br/>If you&apos;re interested in joining the Drivers Coop  as a software developer, they are hiring! You can find open positions <a href='https://drivers.coop/jobs'>here</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Sanctions are Economic Terrorism: Crypto in Iran</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[It has been reported lately in the news about how the country of Iran has been using bitcoin to get around sanctions imposed by the United States and how the population is using it as a hedge for inflation. To get a better understanding on the situation, I spoke to Salman Sadeghi (@salman_sadeghi), a Masters student at GCAS studying cryptoeconomics based in Iran.  During the interview we discuss what is the experience on the ground for Iranians that are suffering under these sanctions, how he...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>It has been reported lately in the news about how the country of Iran has been using bitcoin to get around sanctions imposed by the United States and how the population is using it as a hedge for inflation. To get a better understanding on the situation, I spoke to Salman Sadeghi (<a href='https://twitter.com/salman_sadeghi'>@salman_sadeghi</a>), a <a href='https://gcas.ie/salman-sadeghi'>Masters student at GCAS</a> studying cryptoeconomics based in Iran.<br/><br/>During the interview we discuss what is the experience on the ground for Iranians that are suffering under these sanctions, how he was personally effected by these sanctions, and his favorite left philosophers for understanding cryptocurrency. He also gives very interesting insight as to why the government recently banned bitcoin mining in the country purportedly because of the strain on the energy grid (hint: that wasn&apos;t the reason). <br/><br/>These sanctions are <a href='https://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-48119109'>economic terrorism</a> against innocent people and a form of imperialism by the United States and as Lenin once said, imperialism is the highest form of capitalism. <br/><br/><b>More Sources</b><br/><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/gcas-the-cooperatively-owned-university-on-the-blockchain/'>My interview with  the founder of GCAS, Creston Davis</a><br/><a href='https://www.gcasreview.com/magazine-1/2021/1/13/cryptocurrency-update-from-gcas-by'>Cryptocurrency Update from GCAS by Salman Sadeghi</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It has been reported lately in the news about how the country of Iran has been using bitcoin to get around sanctions imposed by the United States and how the population is using it as a hedge for inflation. To get a better understanding on the situation, I spoke to Salman Sadeghi (<a href='https://twitter.com/salman_sadeghi'>@salman_sadeghi</a>), a <a href='https://gcas.ie/salman-sadeghi'>Masters student at GCAS</a> studying cryptoeconomics based in Iran.<br/><br/>During the interview we discuss what is the experience on the ground for Iranians that are suffering under these sanctions, how he was personally effected by these sanctions, and his favorite left philosophers for understanding cryptocurrency. He also gives very interesting insight as to why the government recently banned bitcoin mining in the country purportedly because of the strain on the energy grid (hint: that wasn&apos;t the reason). <br/><br/>These sanctions are <a href='https://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-48119109'>economic terrorism</a> against innocent people and a form of imperialism by the United States and as Lenin once said, imperialism is the highest form of capitalism. <br/><br/><b>More Sources</b><br/><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/gcas-the-cooperatively-owned-university-on-the-blockchain/'>My interview with  the founder of GCAS, Creston Davis</a><br/><a href='https://www.gcasreview.com/magazine-1/2021/1/13/cryptocurrency-update-from-gcas-by'>Cryptocurrency Update from GCAS by Salman Sadeghi</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Bitcoin and US Dollar Financial Imperialism</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this week's interview, I spoke with Murtaza Hussain (@MazMHussain), reporter at The Intercept focused on Foreign Policy with an interest in cryptocurrency. The past year Murtaza has been researching and learning more about cryptocurrencies specifically because of the its anti-imperial potential.    During the interview we spoke about how the United States specifically uses US Dollar hegemony as a weapon against countries that don't conform to its desires, the implications of countries san...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s interview, I spoke with Murtaza Hussain (<a href='https://twitter.com/MazMHussain'>@MazMHussain</a>), reporter at The Intercept focused on Foreign Policy with an interest in cryptocurrency. The past year Murtaza has been researching and learning more about cryptocurrencies specifically because of the its anti-imperial potential. <br/> <br/>During the interview we spoke about how the United States specifically uses US Dollar hegemony as a weapon against countries that don&apos;t conform to its desires, the implications of countries sanctioned by the United States using bitcoin as a tool for subverting the sanctions, and how silly it is for some on the left to completely disregard the potential of cryptocurrencies for anti-imperialism and developing alternatives to the big banks that caused the Great Recession.<br/> <br/><b>Sources<br/></b><a href='https://www.coindesk.com/elizabeth-warrens-bitcoin-blind-spot'>Murtaza&apos;s article in CoinDesk</a><b><br/></b><a href='https://www.currentaffairs.org/2021/04/why-cryptocurrency-is-a-giant-fraud'>Current Affairs on Bitcoin</a><br/><a href='https://breadchain.vercel.app/blog/3'>Latest Breadchain Blog on the Breadchain Crowdstaking Protocol<br/></a><br/><b>Podcast Platforms:</b></p><ul><li><a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/3geORcile9E1EyPyFiAHhM?si=x7fjsFhURsSBlErXnihh9A'>Spotify</a></li><li><a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist/id1501607045'>iTunes</a></li><li><a href='https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist'>Stitcher</a></li><li><a href='https://podplayer.net/?podId=2598359'>Podcast Addict</a></li><li><a href='https://www.deezer.com/us/show/961422'>Deezer</a></li></ul><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s interview, I spoke with Murtaza Hussain (<a href='https://twitter.com/MazMHussain'>@MazMHussain</a>), reporter at The Intercept focused on Foreign Policy with an interest in cryptocurrency. The past year Murtaza has been researching and learning more about cryptocurrencies specifically because of the its anti-imperial potential. <br/> <br/>During the interview we spoke about how the United States specifically uses US Dollar hegemony as a weapon against countries that don&apos;t conform to its desires, the implications of countries sanctioned by the United States using bitcoin as a tool for subverting the sanctions, and how silly it is for some on the left to completely disregard the potential of cryptocurrencies for anti-imperialism and developing alternatives to the big banks that caused the Great Recession.<br/> <br/><b>Sources<br/></b><a href='https://www.coindesk.com/elizabeth-warrens-bitcoin-blind-spot'>Murtaza&apos;s article in CoinDesk</a><b><br/></b><a href='https://www.currentaffairs.org/2021/04/why-cryptocurrency-is-a-giant-fraud'>Current Affairs on Bitcoin</a><br/><a href='https://breadchain.vercel.app/blog/3'>Latest Breadchain Blog on the Breadchain Crowdstaking Protocol<br/></a><br/><b>Podcast Platforms:</b></p><ul><li><a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/3geORcile9E1EyPyFiAHhM?si=x7fjsFhURsSBlErXnihh9A'>Spotify</a></li><li><a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist/id1501607045'>iTunes</a></li><li><a href='https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist'>Stitcher</a></li><li><a href='https://podplayer.net/?podId=2598359'>Podcast Addict</a></li><li><a href='https://www.deezer.com/us/show/961422'>Deezer</a></li></ul><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>A Marxist POV of the Bitcoin Miami Conference</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Although it feels like the Bitcoin Miami Conference was ages ago, it still only happened a little over a month ago. There were plenty of memorable events, like Laura Loomer heckling Jack Dorsey, the weird doge coin guy who took his pants off on stage, and the announcement that El Salvador will pass a law to make bitcoin legal tender. It's obvious that many bitcoiners would celebrate the announcement as a legitimation of their favorite coin, but what would be an appropriate Marxist analysis of...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Although it feels like the Bitcoin Miami Conference was ages ago, it still only happened a little over a month ago. There were plenty of memorable events, like <a href='https://finance.yahoo.com/video/activist-escorted-miami-bitcoin-conference-215142820.html'>Laura Loomer heckling Jack Dorsey</a>, the weird doge coin guy who <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4QDHdJs_AQg'>took his pants off on stage</a>, and the announcement that El Salvador will pass a law to make<a href='https://www.cnbc.com/2021/06/05/el-salvador-becomes-the-first-country-to-adopt-bitcoin-as-legal-tender-.html'> bitcoin legal tender</a>. It&apos;s obvious that many bitcoiners would celebrate the announcement as a legitimation of their favorite coin, but what would be an appropriate Marxist analysis of the conference and bitcoin?</p><p>This week I spoke with Taryn Fivek (<a href='https://twitter.com/tarynfivek'>@tarynfivek</a>), an adjunct lecturer of economics at John Jay College and a PhD student at the Graduate Center at the City University of New York, studying Economic Geography with the Earth and Environmental Science Program. Her professional background includes food server and delivery driver, union organizer, journalist, researcher, and public information officer with the International Organization for Migration. She also attended the Bitcoin Miami Conference as part of her research.</p><p>During the episode we spoke about her experience at the Bitcoin Miami Conference, the many contradictions that were present, and her sensible approach to how the left should view bitcoin.<br/><br/><b>More from Taryn Fivek</b><br/><a href='https://cpusa.org/article/inflation-class-conflict-deferred/'>Taryn on recent inflation fears</a></p><p><b>Podcast Platforms:</b></p><ul><li><a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/3geORcile9E1EyPyFiAHhM?si=x7fjsFhURsSBlErXnihh9A'>Spotify</a></li><li><a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist/id1501607045'>iTunes</a></li><li><a href='https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist'>Stitcher</a></li><li><a href='https://podplayer.net/?podId=2598359'>Podcast Addict</a></li><li><a href='https://www.deezer.com/us/show/961422'>Deezer</a></li></ul><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Although it feels like the Bitcoin Miami Conference was ages ago, it still only happened a little over a month ago. There were plenty of memorable events, like <a href='https://finance.yahoo.com/video/activist-escorted-miami-bitcoin-conference-215142820.html'>Laura Loomer heckling Jack Dorsey</a>, the weird doge coin guy who <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4QDHdJs_AQg'>took his pants off on stage</a>, and the announcement that El Salvador will pass a law to make<a href='https://www.cnbc.com/2021/06/05/el-salvador-becomes-the-first-country-to-adopt-bitcoin-as-legal-tender-.html'> bitcoin legal tender</a>. It&apos;s obvious that many bitcoiners would celebrate the announcement as a legitimation of their favorite coin, but what would be an appropriate Marxist analysis of the conference and bitcoin?</p><p>This week I spoke with Taryn Fivek (<a href='https://twitter.com/tarynfivek'>@tarynfivek</a>), an adjunct lecturer of economics at John Jay College and a PhD student at the Graduate Center at the City University of New York, studying Economic Geography with the Earth and Environmental Science Program. Her professional background includes food server and delivery driver, union organizer, journalist, researcher, and public information officer with the International Organization for Migration. She also attended the Bitcoin Miami Conference as part of her research.</p><p>During the episode we spoke about her experience at the Bitcoin Miami Conference, the many contradictions that were present, and her sensible approach to how the left should view bitcoin.<br/><br/><b>More from Taryn Fivek</b><br/><a href='https://cpusa.org/article/inflation-class-conflict-deferred/'>Taryn on recent inflation fears</a></p><p><b>Podcast Platforms:</b></p><ul><li><a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/3geORcile9E1EyPyFiAHhM?si=x7fjsFhURsSBlErXnihh9A'>Spotify</a></li><li><a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist/id1501607045'>iTunes</a></li><li><a href='https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist'>Stitcher</a></li><li><a href='https://podplayer.net/?podId=2598359'>Podcast Addict</a></li><li><a href='https://www.deezer.com/us/show/961422'>Deezer</a></li></ul><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Teaser - Centralization vs Decentralization, which is better for socialism?</itunes:title>
    <title>Teaser - Centralization vs Decentralization, which is better for socialism?</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This is a teaser of a patreon exclusive episode. As a patron you have the ability to vote on the topic / question of a monthly patreon exclusive podcast. For this month the question most voted on was "Centralization vs Decentralization, which is better for socialism?".  Get the full version on Patreon.  If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my Patreon starting at just $3 per month. ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This is a teaser of a patreon exclusive episode. As a patron you have the ability to vote on the topic / question of a monthly patreon exclusive podcast. For this month the question most voted on was &quot;Centralization vs Decentralization, which is better for socialism?&quot;.<br/><br/>Get the full version on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/posts/53266222'>Patreon</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This is a teaser of a patreon exclusive episode. As a patron you have the ability to vote on the topic / question of a monthly patreon exclusive podcast. For this month the question most voted on was &quot;Centralization vs Decentralization, which is better for socialism?&quot;.<br/><br/>Get the full version on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/posts/53266222'>Patreon</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Access the Internet without ISPs using Mesh Networks and Blockchain with PKT</itunes:title>
    <title>Access the Internet without ISPs using Mesh Networks and Blockchain with PKT</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this week's episode, I spoke with Caleb James Delisle (@cjdelisle),  founder of PKT Cash, the world’s first bandwidth-hard blockchain meant to support de-monopolizing internet access through mesh networking. Previously he also founded Cjdns, which implements an encrypted IPv6 network using public-key cryptography for address allocation and a distributed hash table for routing, and Packet Crypt, which is the proof of work used for PKT Cash.  During the episode we spoke about how his p...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s episode, I spoke with Caleb James Delisle (<a href='https://twitter.com/cjdelisle'>@cjdelisle</a>),  founder of <a href='https://pkt.cash/'>PKT Cash</a>, the world’s first bandwidth-hard blockchain meant to support de-monopolizing internet access through mesh networking. Previously he also founded Cjdns, which implements an encrypted IPv6 network using public-key cryptography for address allocation and a distributed hash table for routing, and Packet Crypt, which is the proof of work used for PKT Cash.<br/><br/>During the episode we spoke about how his project is meant to help people get around monopolistic internet service providers who oversell bandwidth, how the project&apos;s proof of work encourages building better internet infrastructure for communities, and we talk a bit about the value of the <a href='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fediverse'>fediverse</a> as opposed to big tech platform.<br/><br/><b>More on PKT<br/></b><a href='https://pkt.cash/'>PKT Cash Site</a><br/><a href='https://pkt.chat/'>Join the PKT Community</a><br/><br/><b>Podcast Platforms:</b></p><ul><li><a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/3geORcile9E1EyPyFiAHhM?si=x7fjsFhURsSBlErXnihh9A'>Spotify</a></li><li><a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist/id1501607045'>iTunes</a></li><li><a href='https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist'>Stitcher</a></li><li><a href='https://podplayer.net/?podId=2598359'>Podcast Addict</a></li><li><a href='https://www.deezer.com/us/show/961422'>Deezer</a></li></ul><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s episode, I spoke with Caleb James Delisle (<a href='https://twitter.com/cjdelisle'>@cjdelisle</a>),  founder of <a href='https://pkt.cash/'>PKT Cash</a>, the world’s first bandwidth-hard blockchain meant to support de-monopolizing internet access through mesh networking. Previously he also founded Cjdns, which implements an encrypted IPv6 network using public-key cryptography for address allocation and a distributed hash table for routing, and Packet Crypt, which is the proof of work used for PKT Cash.<br/><br/>During the episode we spoke about how his project is meant to help people get around monopolistic internet service providers who oversell bandwidth, how the project&apos;s proof of work encourages building better internet infrastructure for communities, and we talk a bit about the value of the <a href='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fediverse'>fediverse</a> as opposed to big tech platform.<br/><br/><b>More on PKT<br/></b><a href='https://pkt.cash/'>PKT Cash Site</a><br/><a href='https://pkt.chat/'>Join the PKT Community</a><br/><br/><b>Podcast Platforms:</b></p><ul><li><a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/3geORcile9E1EyPyFiAHhM?si=x7fjsFhURsSBlErXnihh9A'>Spotify</a></li><li><a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist/id1501607045'>iTunes</a></li><li><a href='https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist'>Stitcher</a></li><li><a href='https://podplayer.net/?podId=2598359'>Podcast Addict</a></li><li><a href='https://www.deezer.com/us/show/961422'>Deezer</a></li></ul><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Sat, 26 Jun 2021 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Decentralizing Power and Value with P2P Models</itunes:title>
    <title>Decentralizing Power and Value with P2P Models</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this week's episode I spoke with Samer Hassan (@SamerP2P), activist, researcher, and Associate Professor at Universidad Complutense Madrid and Faculty Associate at Harvard's Berkman Klein Center. His current focus is his work on P2P Models (@P2PMod), a project to build collaborative economy organizations that are decentralized, democratic &amp; distribute their profits through the use of decentralized technology like blockchain.  During the interview we talk about Samer's research and act...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s episode I spoke with Samer Hassan (<a href='https://twitter.com/samerP2P'>@SamerP2P</a>), activist, researcher, and Associate Professor at Universidad Complutense Madrid and Faculty Associate at Harvard&apos;s Berkman Klein Center. His current focus is his work on <a href='https://p2pmodels.eu/'>P2P Models</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/p2pmod'>@P2PMod</a>), a project to build collaborative economy organizations that are decentralized, democratic &amp; distribute their profits through the use of decentralized technology like blockchain.<br/><br/>During the interview we talk about Samer&apos;s research and activist experience both in technical and social issues, how he sees decentralized technologies can assist the left for organizing and governance, and some of the insights P2P Models&apos; research has found so far on how DAOs have evolved.<br/><br/><b>More from P2P Models</b></p><ul><li><a href='https://p2pmodels.eu/p2p-models-explained-by-samer-hassan-project-principal-investigator/'>Explanation of P2P Models from Samer Hassan</a></li><li><a href='https://p2pmodels.eu/blockchain-for-social-good-a-field-in-expansion/'>Blockchain for Social Good: A field in expansion</a></li><li><a href='https://p2pmodels.eu/an-overview-of-decentralized-autonomous-organizations-on-the-blockchain/'>An overview of decentralized autonomous organizations on the blockchain</a></li><li><a href='https://p2pmodels.eu/when-ostrom-meets-blockchain/'>When Ostrom Meets Blockchain: Exploring the Potentials of Blockchain for Commons Governance</a></li><li><a href='https://p2pmodels.eu/a-scalable-voting-system-validation-of-holographic-consensus-in-daostack/'>A Scalable Voting System: Validation of Holographic Consensus in DAOstack</a></li><li><a href='https://p2pmodels.eu/effect-of-the-gas-price-surges-on-user-activity-in-the-daos-of-the-ethereum-blockchain/'>Effect of the Gas Price Surges on User Activity in the DAOs of the Ethereum Blockchain</a></li><li><a href='https://p2pmodels.eu/towards-a-decentralized-process-for-scientific-publication-and-peer-review-using-blockchain-and-ipfs/'>Towards a decentralized process for scientific publication and peer review using blockchain and IPFS</a></li></ul><p><b>Podcast Platforms:</b></p><ul><li><a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/3geORcile9E1EyPyFiAHhM?si=x7fjsFhURsSBlErXnihh9A'>Spotify</a></li><li><a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist/id1501607045'>iTunes</a></li><li><a href='https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist'>Stitcher</a></li><li><a href='https://podplayer.net/?podId=2598359'>Podcast Addict</a></li><li><a href='https://www.deezer.com/us/show/961422'>Deezer</a></li></ul><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s episode I spoke with Samer Hassan (<a href='https://twitter.com/samerP2P'>@SamerP2P</a>), activist, researcher, and Associate Professor at Universidad Complutense Madrid and Faculty Associate at Harvard&apos;s Berkman Klein Center. His current focus is his work on <a href='https://p2pmodels.eu/'>P2P Models</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/p2pmod'>@P2PMod</a>), a project to build collaborative economy organizations that are decentralized, democratic &amp; distribute their profits through the use of decentralized technology like blockchain.<br/><br/>During the interview we talk about Samer&apos;s research and activist experience both in technical and social issues, how he sees decentralized technologies can assist the left for organizing and governance, and some of the insights P2P Models&apos; research has found so far on how DAOs have evolved.<br/><br/><b>More from P2P Models</b></p><ul><li><a href='https://p2pmodels.eu/p2p-models-explained-by-samer-hassan-project-principal-investigator/'>Explanation of P2P Models from Samer Hassan</a></li><li><a href='https://p2pmodels.eu/blockchain-for-social-good-a-field-in-expansion/'>Blockchain for Social Good: A field in expansion</a></li><li><a href='https://p2pmodels.eu/an-overview-of-decentralized-autonomous-organizations-on-the-blockchain/'>An overview of decentralized autonomous organizations on the blockchain</a></li><li><a href='https://p2pmodels.eu/when-ostrom-meets-blockchain/'>When Ostrom Meets Blockchain: Exploring the Potentials of Blockchain for Commons Governance</a></li><li><a href='https://p2pmodels.eu/a-scalable-voting-system-validation-of-holographic-consensus-in-daostack/'>A Scalable Voting System: Validation of Holographic Consensus in DAOstack</a></li><li><a href='https://p2pmodels.eu/effect-of-the-gas-price-surges-on-user-activity-in-the-daos-of-the-ethereum-blockchain/'>Effect of the Gas Price Surges on User Activity in the DAOs of the Ethereum Blockchain</a></li><li><a href='https://p2pmodels.eu/towards-a-decentralized-process-for-scientific-publication-and-peer-review-using-blockchain-and-ipfs/'>Towards a decentralized process for scientific publication and peer review using blockchain and IPFS</a></li></ul><p><b>Podcast Platforms:</b></p><ul><li><a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/3geORcile9E1EyPyFiAHhM?si=x7fjsFhURsSBlErXnihh9A'>Spotify</a></li><li><a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist/id1501607045'>iTunes</a></li><li><a href='https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist'>Stitcher</a></li><li><a href='https://podplayer.net/?podId=2598359'>Podcast Addict</a></li><li><a href='https://www.deezer.com/us/show/961422'>Deezer</a></li></ul><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit and </b><a href='https://discord.gg/qPxCNbh'><b>Discord</b></a><b> to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Crypto Mining is Doing a Speed Run of Capitalism in Front of Our Eyes</itunes:title>
    <title>Crypto Mining is Doing a Speed Run of Capitalism in Front of Our Eyes</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week I spoke with Dr. Filipe Calvao (@filipecalvao), a  socio-cultural anthropologist and professor of Anthropology and Sociology at the Graduate Institute of International Development Studies in Geneva and trained gemologist with ethnographic research in diamond mines in Africa. He is the author of two different papers published comparing crypto mining with physical mining : “Crypto-miners: Digital labor and the power of blockchain technology” and “Digital extraction: Blockchain tr...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke with <a href='http://fcalvao.com/'>Dr. Filipe Calvao</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/filipecalvao'>@filipecalvao</a>), a  socio-cultural anthropologist and professor of Anthropology and Sociology at the Graduate Institute of International Development Studies in Geneva and trained gemologist with ethnographic research in diamond mines in Africa. He is the author of two different papers published comparing crypto mining with physical mining : “<a href='https://www.academia.edu/37874571/Crypto_miners_Digital_labor_and_the_power_of_blockchain_technology'>Crypto-miners: Digital labor and the power of blockchain technology</a>” and “<a href='https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S096262982100041X'>Digital extraction: Blockchain traceability in mineral supply chains</a>”.<br/><br/>During the interview we talked about his research on the similarities with the progression under capitalism with crypto mining and other types of mining, how mining can foster solidarity through meaning-making, and how mining companies&apos; attempts to use blockchain for supply chain traceability may create new forms of control. <br/><br/><b>Podcast Platforms:</b></p><ul><li><a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/3geORcile9E1EyPyFiAHhM?si=x7fjsFhURsSBlErXnihh9A'>Spotify</a></li><li><a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist/id1501607045'>iTunes</a></li><li><a href='https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist'>Stitcher</a></li><li><a href='https://podplayer.net/?podId=2598359'>Podcast Addict</a></li><li><a href='https://www.deezer.com/us/show/961422'>Deezer</a></li></ul><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke with <a href='http://fcalvao.com/'>Dr. Filipe Calvao</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/filipecalvao'>@filipecalvao</a>), a  socio-cultural anthropologist and professor of Anthropology and Sociology at the Graduate Institute of International Development Studies in Geneva and trained gemologist with ethnographic research in diamond mines in Africa. He is the author of two different papers published comparing crypto mining with physical mining : “<a href='https://www.academia.edu/37874571/Crypto_miners_Digital_labor_and_the_power_of_blockchain_technology'>Crypto-miners: Digital labor and the power of blockchain technology</a>” and “<a href='https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S096262982100041X'>Digital extraction: Blockchain traceability in mineral supply chains</a>”.<br/><br/>During the interview we talked about his research on the similarities with the progression under capitalism with crypto mining and other types of mining, how mining can foster solidarity through meaning-making, and how mining companies&apos; attempts to use blockchain for supply chain traceability may create new forms of control. <br/><br/><b>Podcast Platforms:</b></p><ul><li><a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/3geORcile9E1EyPyFiAHhM?si=x7fjsFhURsSBlErXnihh9A'>Spotify</a></li><li><a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist/id1501607045'>iTunes</a></li><li><a href='https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist'>Stitcher</a></li><li><a href='https://podplayer.net/?podId=2598359'>Podcast Addict</a></li><li><a href='https://www.deezer.com/us/show/961422'>Deezer</a></li></ul><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Funding Musician Coops Using Community Tokens with Ampled</itunes:title>
    <title>Funding Musician Coops Using Community Tokens with Ampled</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this week's episode, I spoke with Austin Robey, cofounder of Ampled, a cooperatively owned music platform owned by artists and workers similar to Patreon. He recently published an article through Forefront titled “How Community Tokens Can Power Cooperatives.” During the interview we talk about how Ampled is working to create a cooperative alternative to Patreon for musicians, the struggle of raising funds for platform cooperatives, and the recent proposal he made for starting a community ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s episode, I spoke with <a href='https://twitter.com/austinrobey_'>Austin Robey</a>, cofounder of <a href='https://www.ampled.com/'>Ampled</a>, a cooperatively owned music platform owned by artists and workers similar to Patreon. He recently published an article through Forefront titled “<a href='https://forefront.news/blog/how-community-tokens-can-power-cooperatives'>How Community Tokens Can Power Cooperatives</a>.”</p><p>During the interview we talk about how Ampled is working to create a cooperative alternative to Patreon for musicians, the struggle of raising funds for platform cooperatives, and the recent proposal he made for starting a community token around the Ampled platform. The community token would be a type of local currency for the Ampled ecosystem. It would allow for the cooperative to recognize their workers contributions and potentially give them an avenue for paying for things like rent. You can start giving to a specific musician on Ampled or <a href='https://www.ampled.com/artist/community'>to the community </a>as a whole starting a $3 per month.</p><p><b>Breadchain Coop Links</b><br/><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/comments/mya058/announcing_breadchain/'>Reddit Announcement</a><br/><a href='https://twitter.com/breadchain_'>Twitter Account</a><br/><a href='https://breadchain.mailchimpsites.com/'>Newsletter</a><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9fiwwEPi6zI&amp;t=1s'>Money Lab Presentation</a></p><p><b>Podcast Platforms:</b></p><ul><li><a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/3geORcile9E1EyPyFiAHhM?si=x7fjsFhURsSBlErXnihh9A'>Spotify</a></li><li><a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist/id1501607045'>iTunes</a></li><li><a href='https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist'>Stitcher</a></li><li><a href='https://podplayer.net/?podId=2598359'>Podcast Addict</a></li><li><a href='https://www.deezer.com/us/show/961422'>Deezer</a></li></ul><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s episode, I spoke with <a href='https://twitter.com/austinrobey_'>Austin Robey</a>, cofounder of <a href='https://www.ampled.com/'>Ampled</a>, a cooperatively owned music platform owned by artists and workers similar to Patreon. He recently published an article through Forefront titled “<a href='https://forefront.news/blog/how-community-tokens-can-power-cooperatives'>How Community Tokens Can Power Cooperatives</a>.”</p><p>During the interview we talk about how Ampled is working to create a cooperative alternative to Patreon for musicians, the struggle of raising funds for platform cooperatives, and the recent proposal he made for starting a community token around the Ampled platform. The community token would be a type of local currency for the Ampled ecosystem. It would allow for the cooperative to recognize their workers contributions and potentially give them an avenue for paying for things like rent. You can start giving to a specific musician on Ampled or <a href='https://www.ampled.com/artist/community'>to the community </a>as a whole starting a $3 per month.</p><p><b>Breadchain Coop Links</b><br/><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/comments/mya058/announcing_breadchain/'>Reddit Announcement</a><br/><a href='https://twitter.com/breadchain_'>Twitter Account</a><br/><a href='https://breadchain.mailchimpsites.com/'>Newsletter</a><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9fiwwEPi6zI&amp;t=1s'>Money Lab Presentation</a></p><p><b>Podcast Platforms:</b></p><ul><li><a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/3geORcile9E1EyPyFiAHhM?si=x7fjsFhURsSBlErXnihh9A'>Spotify</a></li><li><a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist/id1501607045'>iTunes</a></li><li><a href='https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist'>Stitcher</a></li><li><a href='https://podplayer.net/?podId=2598359'>Podcast Addict</a></li><li><a href='https://www.deezer.com/us/show/961422'>Deezer</a></li></ul><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>) and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to join the discussion.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>We Need More Sociologists in the Blockchain Space!</itunes:title>
    <title>We Need More Sociologists in the Blockchain Space!</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this week's interview I spoke with Kris Jones (@KrisJ_Official) who wrote his Masters thesis in 2018 titled "Toward a Political Sociology of Blockchain” as well as another article titled "Blockchain in or as governance? Evolutions in experimentation, social impacts, and prefigurative practice in the blockchain and DAO space." He also has a Medium profile where he expands on different ideas he wrote about in his thesis.    During the interview we talk about what got him interested in block...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s interview I spoke with Kris Jones (<a href='https://twitter.com/KrisJ_Official'>@KrisJ_Official</a>) who wrote his Masters thesis in 2018 titled &quot;<a href='https://qspace.library.queensu.ca/handle/1974/24924'><em>Toward a Political Sociology of Blockchain</em></a>” as well as another article titled &quot;<a href='https://content.iospress.com/articles/information-polity/ip190157'><em>Blockchain in or as governance? Evolutions in experimentation, social impacts, and prefigurative practice in the blockchain and DAO space</em></a><em>.</em>&quot; He also has a <a href='https://medium.com/@krisjones_10605'>Medium profile</a> where he expands on different ideas he wrote about in his thesis. <br/> <br/>During the interview we talk about what got him interested in blockchain from a sociological point of view, the major ideological camps in the space, and how he was influenced by some of Marx&apos;s work for writing his thesis. He also gave us a run down of some of the projects he&apos;s working on including <a href='https://www.commonsstack.org/'>Commons Stack</a>, the <a href='https://tecommons.org/'>Token Engineering Commons</a>, <a href='https://dontbuymeme.com/'>Don&apos;t Buy Meme</a>, and <a href='https://keep.network/'>Keep Network</a>. <br/><br/><em>Note that this was an especially long interview, so next week I will not be publishing a podcast episode to give myself some time to a few other things I&apos;ve been needing to do.</em><br/><br/><b>Sources</b><br/><a href='https://medium.com/toward-a-political-sociology-of-blockchain/toward-a-political-sociology-of-blockchain-an-introduction-11aa80ba0b6c'>Toward a Political Sociology of Blockchain — an Introduction</a> <br/><a href='https://medium.com/toward-a-political-sociology-of-blockchain/blockchain-and-the-future-of-work-d21a41a91d50'>Blockchain and the Future of Work by Kris Jones</a><br/><a href='https://medium.com/toward-a-political-sociology-of-blockchain/prefigurative-practice-politics-and-the-state-35c455238762'>Prefigurative Practice, Politics, and the State  by Kris Jones</a><br/><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/interview-with-jeff-emmett-from-the-commons-stack/'>My interview with Jeff Emmett from Commons Stack</a><br/><br/><b>Breadchain Coop Links</b><br/><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/comments/mya058/announcing_breadchain/'>Reddit Announcement</a><br/><a href='https://twitter.com/breadchain_'>Twitter Account</a><br/><a href='https://breadchain.mailchimpsites.com/'>Newsletter</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s interview I spoke with Kris Jones (<a href='https://twitter.com/KrisJ_Official'>@KrisJ_Official</a>) who wrote his Masters thesis in 2018 titled &quot;<a href='https://qspace.library.queensu.ca/handle/1974/24924'><em>Toward a Political Sociology of Blockchain</em></a>” as well as another article titled &quot;<a href='https://content.iospress.com/articles/information-polity/ip190157'><em>Blockchain in or as governance? Evolutions in experimentation, social impacts, and prefigurative practice in the blockchain and DAO space</em></a><em>.</em>&quot; He also has a <a href='https://medium.com/@krisjones_10605'>Medium profile</a> where he expands on different ideas he wrote about in his thesis. <br/> <br/>During the interview we talk about what got him interested in blockchain from a sociological point of view, the major ideological camps in the space, and how he was influenced by some of Marx&apos;s work for writing his thesis. He also gave us a run down of some of the projects he&apos;s working on including <a href='https://www.commonsstack.org/'>Commons Stack</a>, the <a href='https://tecommons.org/'>Token Engineering Commons</a>, <a href='https://dontbuymeme.com/'>Don&apos;t Buy Meme</a>, and <a href='https://keep.network/'>Keep Network</a>. <br/><br/><em>Note that this was an especially long interview, so next week I will not be publishing a podcast episode to give myself some time to a few other things I&apos;ve been needing to do.</em><br/><br/><b>Sources</b><br/><a href='https://medium.com/toward-a-political-sociology-of-blockchain/toward-a-political-sociology-of-blockchain-an-introduction-11aa80ba0b6c'>Toward a Political Sociology of Blockchain — an Introduction</a> <br/><a href='https://medium.com/toward-a-political-sociology-of-blockchain/blockchain-and-the-future-of-work-d21a41a91d50'>Blockchain and the Future of Work by Kris Jones</a><br/><a href='https://medium.com/toward-a-political-sociology-of-blockchain/prefigurative-practice-politics-and-the-state-35c455238762'>Prefigurative Practice, Politics, and the State  by Kris Jones</a><br/><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/interview-with-jeff-emmett-from-the-commons-stack/'>My interview with Jeff Emmett from Commons Stack</a><br/><br/><b>Breadchain Coop Links</b><br/><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/comments/mya058/announcing_breadchain/'>Reddit Announcement</a><br/><a href='https://twitter.com/breadchain_'>Twitter Account</a><br/><a href='https://breadchain.mailchimpsites.com/'>Newsletter</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Unlocked: The best leftist hot take on NFTs you&#39;ll ever listen to (Remix)</itunes:title>
    <title>Unlocked: The best leftist hot take on NFTs you&#39;ll ever listen to (Remix)</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this week's episode, I have unlocked a previously patreon exclusive podcast episode I did about a month ago during NFT mania. I wanted to unlock this episode for the public because there’s been some serious confusion around what NFTs actually are even though everyone seems to have an opinion on it or should I say want to be angry about it and I wanted to get my, what I believe to be, more educated and nuanced view of it.  This was originally a patreon exclusive episode because as a p...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><em>For this week&apos;s episode, I have unlocked a previously patreon exclusive podcast episode I did about a month ago during NFT mania. I wanted to unlock this episode for the public because there’s been some serious confusion around what NFTs actually are even though everyone seems to have an opinion on it or should I say want to be angry about it and I wanted to get my, what I believe to be, more educated and nuanced view of it.  This was originally a patreon exclusive episode because as a patron you are able to vote on what the monthly or so patreon exclusive episode will be about and well my patrons at that moment voted for an episode on NFTs. Below is the description I used for the episode when posted on Patreon. Enjoy!</em><br/><br/>The patreon democratic economic planning council has spoken. With a choice between discussing NFTs and the left’s reaction against centralization vs decentralizataion, the former has won. Some have speculated that the topic of centralization was too spicy for the council as they didn’t want to butt heads with the anarchists. It seems they’d rather suffer through another my hot take on NFTs. What could I possibly say that hasn’t already been said in the deluge of hot takes that have polluted our social media feeds? Well frankly I don’t know but I’m gonna try.</p><p>In this episode I go through some of the hot takes from the left I&apos;ve seen and heard, explain what I think they&apos;re getting wrong on the issue, and provide a couple alternative potential uses of NFTs. The work of previous guests on the show, Jon Beller of ECSA and Ruth Catlow of Furtherfield make appearances as well to support my arguments.<br/><br/><b>More on NFTs<br/></b><a href='https://www.e-flux.com/journal/85/156418/my-collectible-ass/'>McKenzie Wark&apos;s Article - &quot;My Collectible Ass&quot;</a><b><br/></b><a href='https://www.coindesk.com/fascism-blockchain-art-nfts'>Jon Beller Article - &quot;Fascism on the Blockchain? The Work of Art in the Age of NFTs&quot;</a><br/><a href='https://interdependence.fm/episodes/nfts-for-n00bs-a-brief-history-of-tokens-and-tulips-nft-aesthetics-energy-dramas-fan-brigades-social-tokens-and-the-meataverse-with-daniel-keller-new-models-a'>Interdependence episode: NFTs for n00bs</a><br/><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/using-blockchain-to-make-art-we-want-rather-than-what-we-are-told-to-want-with-furtherfield/'>My interview with Ruth Catlow</a></p><p><b>Some of the Tweets<br/></b><a href='https://twitter.com/xychelsea/status/1371848551651741708?s=19'>Chelsea Manning tweet</a> <br/><a href='https://twitter.com/carterforva/status/1371909920770170881'>Lee Carter tweet</a> <br/><a href='https://twitter.com/yanisvaroufakis/status/1375742592256720896'>Yanis Varoufakis tweet</a> <br/><a href='https://everestpipkin.medium.com/but-the-environmental-issues-with-cryptoart-1128ef72e6a3'>Everest Pipkin Article</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>For this week&apos;s episode, I have unlocked a previously patreon exclusive podcast episode I did about a month ago during NFT mania. I wanted to unlock this episode for the public because there’s been some serious confusion around what NFTs actually are even though everyone seems to have an opinion on it or should I say want to be angry about it and I wanted to get my, what I believe to be, more educated and nuanced view of it.  This was originally a patreon exclusive episode because as a patron you are able to vote on what the monthly or so patreon exclusive episode will be about and well my patrons at that moment voted for an episode on NFTs. Below is the description I used for the episode when posted on Patreon. Enjoy!</em><br/><br/>The patreon democratic economic planning council has spoken. With a choice between discussing NFTs and the left’s reaction against centralization vs decentralizataion, the former has won. Some have speculated that the topic of centralization was too spicy for the council as they didn’t want to butt heads with the anarchists. It seems they’d rather suffer through another my hot take on NFTs. What could I possibly say that hasn’t already been said in the deluge of hot takes that have polluted our social media feeds? Well frankly I don’t know but I’m gonna try.</p><p>In this episode I go through some of the hot takes from the left I&apos;ve seen and heard, explain what I think they&apos;re getting wrong on the issue, and provide a couple alternative potential uses of NFTs. The work of previous guests on the show, Jon Beller of ECSA and Ruth Catlow of Furtherfield make appearances as well to support my arguments.<br/><br/><b>More on NFTs<br/></b><a href='https://www.e-flux.com/journal/85/156418/my-collectible-ass/'>McKenzie Wark&apos;s Article - &quot;My Collectible Ass&quot;</a><b><br/></b><a href='https://www.coindesk.com/fascism-blockchain-art-nfts'>Jon Beller Article - &quot;Fascism on the Blockchain? The Work of Art in the Age of NFTs&quot;</a><br/><a href='https://interdependence.fm/episodes/nfts-for-n00bs-a-brief-history-of-tokens-and-tulips-nft-aesthetics-energy-dramas-fan-brigades-social-tokens-and-the-meataverse-with-daniel-keller-new-models-a'>Interdependence episode: NFTs for n00bs</a><br/><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/using-blockchain-to-make-art-we-want-rather-than-what-we-are-told-to-want-with-furtherfield/'>My interview with Ruth Catlow</a></p><p><b>Some of the Tweets<br/></b><a href='https://twitter.com/xychelsea/status/1371848551651741708?s=19'>Chelsea Manning tweet</a> <br/><a href='https://twitter.com/carterforva/status/1371909920770170881'>Lee Carter tweet</a> <br/><a href='https://twitter.com/yanisvaroufakis/status/1375742592256720896'>Yanis Varoufakis tweet</a> <br/><a href='https://everestpipkin.medium.com/but-the-environmental-issues-with-cryptoart-1128ef72e6a3'>Everest Pipkin Article</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Would Marx Have traded Dogecoin? Interview with 1Dime</itunes:title>
    <title>Would Marx Have traded Dogecoin? Interview with 1Dime</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this week's episode, I spoke with 1Dime (@TheRapNerd7), a youtuber who focuses on videos about politics, critical theory, and pop culture.    During the interview we talk about his latest video which was a Marxist analysis of the stock market, how Karl Marx would probably be a dogecoin trader, and why many of the left's criticisms of crypto tend to hinge on a liberal moralism rather than a materialist one.   More on 1Dime Check out 1Dime's channel here The Socialism of Warren Buffet ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s episode, I spoke with <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQWoY8CkEGeE4t62djCZk-A'>1Dime</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/TheRapNerd7'>@TheRapNerd7</a>), a youtuber who focuses on videos about politics, critical theory, and pop culture.  <br/><br/>During the interview we talk about his <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FT7Wv108UHg&amp;t=1s'>latest video</a> which was a Marxist analysis of the stock market, how Karl Marx would probably be a dogecoin trader, and why many of the left&apos;s criticisms of crypto tend to hinge on a liberal moralism rather than a materialist one. <br/><br/><b>More on 1Dime</b><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQWoY8CkEGeE4t62djCZk-A'>Check out 1Dime&apos;s channel here</a><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FT7Wv108UHg&amp;t=1s'>The Socialism of Warren Buffet</a><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXeEIBPuAxs'>How Democrats Save Billionaires</a> <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s episode, I spoke with <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQWoY8CkEGeE4t62djCZk-A'>1Dime</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/TheRapNerd7'>@TheRapNerd7</a>), a youtuber who focuses on videos about politics, critical theory, and pop culture.  <br/><br/>During the interview we talk about his <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FT7Wv108UHg&amp;t=1s'>latest video</a> which was a Marxist analysis of the stock market, how Karl Marx would probably be a dogecoin trader, and why many of the left&apos;s criticisms of crypto tend to hinge on a liberal moralism rather than a materialist one. <br/><br/><b>More on 1Dime</b><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQWoY8CkEGeE4t62djCZk-A'>Check out 1Dime&apos;s channel here</a><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FT7Wv108UHg&amp;t=1s'>The Socialism of Warren Buffet</a><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXeEIBPuAxs'>How Democrats Save Billionaires</a> <br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>The Promise of People Powered Money with CirclesUBI</itunes:title>
    <title>The Promise of People Powered Money with CirclesUBI</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this interview I spoke to Julio Linares (@Julio_Linares_) an Economic Anthropologist studied under David Graeber at the LSE, Social Outreach at the Basic Income Org, and Research &amp; Community for CirclesUBI (@CirclesUBI). CirclesUBI is a project seeking to provide people a universal basic income using the xDAI ethereum sidechain based on mutual credit. You may have heard about CirclesUBI a while back when they first came out and everyone in cryptocurrency social media spaces was spammi...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I spoke to Julio Linares (<a href='https://twitter.com/Julio_Linares_'>@Julio_Linares_</a>) an Economic Anthropologist studied under David Graeber at the LSE, Social Outreach at the Basic Income Org, and Research &amp; Community for <a href='https://joincircles.net/'>CirclesUBI</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/CirclesUBI'>@CirclesUBI</a>). CirclesUBI is a project seeking to provide people a universal basic income using the xDAI ethereum sidechain based on mutual credit. You may have heard about CirclesUBI a while back when they first came out and everyone in cryptocurrency social media spaces was spamming their CirclesUBI profile to be trusted by three people in order to get access to their UBI.<br/><br/>During the interview we talk about Julio&apos;s ideas around how we can implement democratic money, how it relates to other anti-capitalist and anti-state movements like the Kurdish movement in Syria, and how a lot of influential European  thinkers were inspired by Indigenous cultures suffering under colonialism. We also talk about his experience working at CirclesUBI, what it was like to see the project go viral with most people misunderstanding how it was supposed to work, and the lessons he suggests future &quot;left-wing&quot; blockchain projects.<br/><br/><b>Sources</b><br/><a href='https://basicincome.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Julio-Linares-Gabriela-Caba%C3%B1a.pdf'>Julio&apos;s work on Ecology of Care</a><br/><a href='https://www.degrowth.info/en/2020/05/degrowth-money/'>Julio&apos;s work on Degrowth Money</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I spoke to Julio Linares (<a href='https://twitter.com/Julio_Linares_'>@Julio_Linares_</a>) an Economic Anthropologist studied under David Graeber at the LSE, Social Outreach at the Basic Income Org, and Research &amp; Community for <a href='https://joincircles.net/'>CirclesUBI</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/CirclesUBI'>@CirclesUBI</a>). CirclesUBI is a project seeking to provide people a universal basic income using the xDAI ethereum sidechain based on mutual credit. You may have heard about CirclesUBI a while back when they first came out and everyone in cryptocurrency social media spaces was spamming their CirclesUBI profile to be trusted by three people in order to get access to their UBI.<br/><br/>During the interview we talk about Julio&apos;s ideas around how we can implement democratic money, how it relates to other anti-capitalist and anti-state movements like the Kurdish movement in Syria, and how a lot of influential European  thinkers were inspired by Indigenous cultures suffering under colonialism. We also talk about his experience working at CirclesUBI, what it was like to see the project go viral with most people misunderstanding how it was supposed to work, and the lessons he suggests future &quot;left-wing&quot; blockchain projects.<br/><br/><b>Sources</b><br/><a href='https://basicincome.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Julio-Linares-Gabriela-Caba%C3%B1a.pdf'>Julio&apos;s work on Ecology of Care</a><br/><a href='https://www.degrowth.info/en/2020/05/degrowth-money/'>Julio&apos;s work on Degrowth Money</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 11 Apr 2021 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>ERP Technology Companies are Centralized Planners of the Economy</itunes:title>
    <title>ERP Technology Companies are Centralized Planners of the Economy</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this episode I spoke to Chris D'Costa (@cjdcosta), the founder of Totem Live Accounting (@totem_live_). Totem is building a real-time global accounting ledger built on the Polkadot blockchain to compete against traditional accounting and ERP software. I thought it was interesting to hear how blockchain could potentially be used to develop alternatives to the bureaucratic free market world of ERP systems that run global flows of information and consequently commodities.  During the episode...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to Chris D&apos;Costa (<a href='https://twitter.com/cjdcosta'>@cjdcosta</a>), the founder of Totem Live Accounting (<a href='https://twitter.com/totem_live_?'>@totem_live_</a>). <a href='https://totemaccounting.com'>Totem</a> is building a real-time global accounting ledger built on the Polkadot blockchain to compete against traditional accounting and ERP software. I thought it was interesting to hear how blockchain could potentially be used to develop alternatives to the bureaucratic free market world of ERP systems that run global flows of information and consequently commodities.<br/><br/>During the episode, I first talk about how ERP technology companies are centralized planners abusing their position, how I think ERP systems are related to the infamous socialist calculation debate, and why the idea that our economy is not planned today is false. Afterwards I speak to Chris on how Totem works, why they chose Polkadot for the blockchain, and how it could be used to build cooperatives.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke to Chris D&apos;Costa (<a href='https://twitter.com/cjdcosta'>@cjdcosta</a>), the founder of Totem Live Accounting (<a href='https://twitter.com/totem_live_?'>@totem_live_</a>). <a href='https://totemaccounting.com'>Totem</a> is building a real-time global accounting ledger built on the Polkadot blockchain to compete against traditional accounting and ERP software. I thought it was interesting to hear how blockchain could potentially be used to develop alternatives to the bureaucratic free market world of ERP systems that run global flows of information and consequently commodities.<br/><br/>During the episode, I first talk about how ERP technology companies are centralized planners abusing their position, how I think ERP systems are related to the infamous socialist calculation debate, and why the idea that our economy is not planned today is false. Afterwards I speak to Chris on how Totem works, why they chose Polkadot for the blockchain, and how it could be used to build cooperatives.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Teaser - The best leftist hot take on NFTs you&#39;ll ever listen to</itunes:title>
    <title>Teaser - The best leftist hot take on NFTs you&#39;ll ever listen to</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[***This is just a teaser. Check out the full episode on Patreon***  The patreon democratic economic planning council has spoken. With a choice between discussing NFTs and the left’s reaction against centralization vs decentralizataion, the former has won. Some have speculated that the topic of centralization was too spicy for the council as they didn’t want to butt heads with the anarchists. It seems they’d rather suffer through another my hot take on NFTs. What could I possibly say that hasn...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>***This is just a teaser. Check out the full episode on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'>Patreon</a>***<br/><br/>The patreon democratic economic planning council has spoken. With a choice between discussing NFTs and the left’s reaction against centralization vs decentralizataion, the former has won. Some have speculated that the topic of centralization was too spicy for the council as they didn’t want to butt heads with the anarchists. It seems they’d rather suffer through another my hot take on NFTs. What could I possibly say that hasn’t already been said in the deluge of hot takes that have polluted our social media feeds? Well frankly I don’t know but I’m gonna try.</p><p>In this episode I go through some of the hot takes from the left I&apos;ve seen and heard, explain what I think they&apos;re getting wrong on the issue, and provide a couple alternative potential uses of NFTs. The work of previous guests on the show, Jon Beller of ECSA and Ruth Catlow of Furtherfield make appearances as well to support my arguments.</p><p><b>More on NFTs</b></p><p><a href='https://www.coindesk.com/fascism-blockchain-art-nfts'>Jon Beller Article - &quot;Fascism on the Blockchain? The Work of Art in the Age of NFTs&quot;</a></p><p><a href='https://interdependence.fm/episodes/nfts-for-n00bs-a-brief-history-of-tokens-and-tulips-nft-aesthetics-energy-dramas-fan-brigades-social-tokens-and-the-meataverse-with-daniel-keller-new-models-a'>Interdependence episode: NFTs for n00bs</a></p><p><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/using-blockchain-to-make-art-we-want-rather-than-what-we-are-told-to-want-with-furtherfield/'>My interview with Ruth Catlow</a></p><p><b>Some of the Tweets</b></p><p><a href='https://twitter.com/xychelsea/status/1371848551651741708?s=19'>Chelsea Manning tweet</a> </p><p><a href='https://twitter.com/carterforva/status/1371909920770170881'>Lee Carter tweet</a> </p><p><a href='https://twitter.com/yanisvaroufakis/status/1375742592256720896'>Yanis Varoufakis tweet</a> </p><p><a href='https://everestpipkin.medium.com/but-the-environmental-issues-with-cryptoart-1128ef72e6a3'>Everest Pipkin Article</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>***This is just a teaser. Check out the full episode on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'>Patreon</a>***<br/><br/>The patreon democratic economic planning council has spoken. With a choice between discussing NFTs and the left’s reaction against centralization vs decentralizataion, the former has won. Some have speculated that the topic of centralization was too spicy for the council as they didn’t want to butt heads with the anarchists. It seems they’d rather suffer through another my hot take on NFTs. What could I possibly say that hasn’t already been said in the deluge of hot takes that have polluted our social media feeds? Well frankly I don’t know but I’m gonna try.</p><p>In this episode I go through some of the hot takes from the left I&apos;ve seen and heard, explain what I think they&apos;re getting wrong on the issue, and provide a couple alternative potential uses of NFTs. The work of previous guests on the show, Jon Beller of ECSA and Ruth Catlow of Furtherfield make appearances as well to support my arguments.</p><p><b>More on NFTs</b></p><p><a href='https://www.coindesk.com/fascism-blockchain-art-nfts'>Jon Beller Article - &quot;Fascism on the Blockchain? The Work of Art in the Age of NFTs&quot;</a></p><p><a href='https://interdependence.fm/episodes/nfts-for-n00bs-a-brief-history-of-tokens-and-tulips-nft-aesthetics-energy-dramas-fan-brigades-social-tokens-and-the-meataverse-with-daniel-keller-new-models-a'>Interdependence episode: NFTs for n00bs</a></p><p><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/using-blockchain-to-make-art-we-want-rather-than-what-we-are-told-to-want-with-furtherfield/'>My interview with Ruth Catlow</a></p><p><b>Some of the Tweets</b></p><p><a href='https://twitter.com/xychelsea/status/1371848551651741708?s=19'>Chelsea Manning tweet</a> </p><p><a href='https://twitter.com/carterforva/status/1371909920770170881'>Lee Carter tweet</a> </p><p><a href='https://twitter.com/yanisvaroufakis/status/1375742592256720896'>Yanis Varoufakis tweet</a> </p><p><a href='https://everestpipkin.medium.com/but-the-environmental-issues-with-cryptoart-1128ef72e6a3'>Everest Pipkin Article</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Crypto influencers, The Fakefluencer, and the dirty underwear of capitalism</itunes:title>
    <title>Crypto influencers, The Fakefluencer, and the dirty underwear of capitalism</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week's episode is dedicated to the crypto influencers. For the first half I give a crash course on the history and some of the more well known influencers and for the second half I have an interview with Tom Gillespie (@TomPeterGill), former currency trader on the Perth stock exchange turned TV investigator and filmmaker for the upcoming documentary "The Fakefluencer" coming out in April 2021. The movie investigates a crypto influencer by the name of BitMan360 and creator of the ScooterC...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This week&apos;s episode is dedicated to the crypto influencers. For the first half I give a crash course on the history and some of the more well known influencers and for the second half I have an interview with Tom Gillespie (<a href='https://twitter.com/TomPeterGill'>@TomPeterGill</a>), former currency trader on the Perth stock exchange turned TV investigator and filmmaker for the upcoming documentary &quot;<a href='https://twitter.com/thefakefluencer'>The Fakefluencer</a>&quot; coming out in April 2021. The movie investigates a crypto influencer by the name of <a href='https://twitter.com/bitman360'>BitMan360</a> and creator of the <a href='https://twitter.com/RealScooterCoin'>ScooterCoin</a> cryptocurrency which rewards people for doing scooter tricks. Sound ridiculous and unbelievable? Well than I highly recommend <a href='https://www.bitjoinstudios.com/'>getting in on the conspiracy</a>. <br/><br/>During the interview I give a Marxist take on Bitconnect and one of the brief crypto influencers of the project during the two years it existed, Carlos Matos (yes, the BIITTCONNNNEEEEEEEEEECTT guy), I mention some of the currently existing crypto influencers out there and the classes they fit in, and I talk to Tom about his new documentary, &quot;The Fakefluencer,&quot; and question whether this is something unique to crypto, but instead a symptom of capitalism.<br/><br/><b>More about the Fakefluencer movie<br/></b>Free ticket: <a href='https://www.thefakefluencer.com/freeticket'>https://www.thefakefluencer.com/freeticket</a> <br/>Website: <a href='https://www.thefakefluencer.com/'>https://www.thefakefluencer.com/</a> <br/>Discord: <a href='https://discord.gg/xPuXV3'>https://discord.gg/xPuXV3</a><br/>Bitjoin Studios: <a href='https://www.bitjoinstudios.com/'>https://www.bitjoinstudios.com/</a><br/><br/> <b>Follow the crew on social media:</b><br/> Facebook: <a href='https://www.facebook.com/thefakefluencerfilm/'>https://www.facebook.com/thefakefluencerfilm/</a> <br/>Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/thefakefluencerfilm/'>https://www.instagram.com/thefakefluencerfilm/</a> <br/>Twitter: <a href='https://twitter.com/thefakefluencer'>https://twitter.com/thefakefluencer</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week&apos;s episode is dedicated to the crypto influencers. For the first half I give a crash course on the history and some of the more well known influencers and for the second half I have an interview with Tom Gillespie (<a href='https://twitter.com/TomPeterGill'>@TomPeterGill</a>), former currency trader on the Perth stock exchange turned TV investigator and filmmaker for the upcoming documentary &quot;<a href='https://twitter.com/thefakefluencer'>The Fakefluencer</a>&quot; coming out in April 2021. The movie investigates a crypto influencer by the name of <a href='https://twitter.com/bitman360'>BitMan360</a> and creator of the <a href='https://twitter.com/RealScooterCoin'>ScooterCoin</a> cryptocurrency which rewards people for doing scooter tricks. Sound ridiculous and unbelievable? Well than I highly recommend <a href='https://www.bitjoinstudios.com/'>getting in on the conspiracy</a>. <br/><br/>During the interview I give a Marxist take on Bitconnect and one of the brief crypto influencers of the project during the two years it existed, Carlos Matos (yes, the BIITTCONNNNEEEEEEEEEECTT guy), I mention some of the currently existing crypto influencers out there and the classes they fit in, and I talk to Tom about his new documentary, &quot;The Fakefluencer,&quot; and question whether this is something unique to crypto, but instead a symptom of capitalism.<br/><br/><b>More about the Fakefluencer movie<br/></b>Free ticket: <a href='https://www.thefakefluencer.com/freeticket'>https://www.thefakefluencer.com/freeticket</a> <br/>Website: <a href='https://www.thefakefluencer.com/'>https://www.thefakefluencer.com/</a> <br/>Discord: <a href='https://discord.gg/xPuXV3'>https://discord.gg/xPuXV3</a><br/>Bitjoin Studios: <a href='https://www.bitjoinstudios.com/'>https://www.bitjoinstudios.com/</a><br/><br/> <b>Follow the crew on social media:</b><br/> Facebook: <a href='https://www.facebook.com/thefakefluencerfilm/'>https://www.facebook.com/thefakefluencerfilm/</a> <br/>Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/thefakefluencerfilm/'>https://www.instagram.com/thefakefluencerfilm/</a> <br/>Twitter: <a href='https://twitter.com/thefakefluencer'>https://twitter.com/thefakefluencer</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Moral Panic! about the Internet? Try data sovereignty</itunes:title>
    <title>Moral Panic! about the Internet? Try data sovereignty</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this week's episode I spoke to Dr. Emaline Friedman (@emalinus4). She is  a network activist for the Commons Engine, part of Holochain, a social critic and theorist, has a PhD in psychology, a writer for Mad In America, a researcher at GCAS, and author of the recent book Internet Addiction: A Critical Psychology of Users.   During the interview we talk about her research for her new book around moral panic about the internet, how that is closely linked to data sovereignty, and how it...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s episode I spoke to Dr. Emaline Friedman (<a href='https://twitter.com/emalinus4'>@emalinus4</a>). She is  a network activist for the <a href='https://twitter.com/CommonsEngine'>Commons Engine</a>, part of Holochain, a social critic and theorist, has a PhD in psychology, a writer for <a href='https://www.madinamerica.com/team/emaline-friedman/'>Mad In America</a>, a researcher at <a href='https://gcas.ie/emaline-friedman?ss_source=sscampaigns&amp;ss_campaign_id=603a3cffd8b465102ec6740f&amp;ss_email_id=603a51ae408c2025bb9f7859&amp;ss_campaign_name=Flocking+to+GCAS%21&amp;ss_campaign_sent_date=2021-02-27T14%3A05%3A49Z'>GCAS</a>, and author of the recent book <a href='https://www.routledge.com/Internet-Addiction-A-Critical-Psychology-of-Users/Friedman/p/book/9780367172954'>Internet Addiction: A Critical Psychology of Users</a>. <br/><br/>During the interview we talk about her research for her new book around moral panic about the internet, how that is closely linked to data sovereignty, and how it all brought her to working with Holochain and the Commons Engine. Emaline believes that we can remedy issues in mental health through participatory, p2p, and commons-oriented technologies and end up addressing a lot of the left/progressive agenda at the same time.<br/><br/><b>Sources</b><br/><a href='https://herlinus.com/'>Emaline&apos;s Site</a><br/><a href='https://solidarityclub.org/'>Solidarity Club</a><br/><a href='https://commonsengine.org'>Commons Engine</a><br/><a href=' https://holochain.org/'>Holochain</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s episode I spoke to Dr. Emaline Friedman (<a href='https://twitter.com/emalinus4'>@emalinus4</a>). She is  a network activist for the <a href='https://twitter.com/CommonsEngine'>Commons Engine</a>, part of Holochain, a social critic and theorist, has a PhD in psychology, a writer for <a href='https://www.madinamerica.com/team/emaline-friedman/'>Mad In America</a>, a researcher at <a href='https://gcas.ie/emaline-friedman?ss_source=sscampaigns&amp;ss_campaign_id=603a3cffd8b465102ec6740f&amp;ss_email_id=603a51ae408c2025bb9f7859&amp;ss_campaign_name=Flocking+to+GCAS%21&amp;ss_campaign_sent_date=2021-02-27T14%3A05%3A49Z'>GCAS</a>, and author of the recent book <a href='https://www.routledge.com/Internet-Addiction-A-Critical-Psychology-of-Users/Friedman/p/book/9780367172954'>Internet Addiction: A Critical Psychology of Users</a>. <br/><br/>During the interview we talk about her research for her new book around moral panic about the internet, how that is closely linked to data sovereignty, and how it all brought her to working with Holochain and the Commons Engine. Emaline believes that we can remedy issues in mental health through participatory, p2p, and commons-oriented technologies and end up addressing a lot of the left/progressive agenda at the same time.<br/><br/><b>Sources</b><br/><a href='https://herlinus.com/'>Emaline&apos;s Site</a><br/><a href='https://solidarityclub.org/'>Solidarity Club</a><br/><a href='https://commonsengine.org'>Commons Engine</a><br/><a href=' https://holochain.org/'>Holochain</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Haha meme printer go brrrrr feat. Mike Watson of The Acid Left</itunes:title>
    <title>Haha meme printer go brrrrr feat. Mike Watson of The Acid Left</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this week's interview I spoke with Mike Watson (@_leftaesthetics),  co-host of The Acid Left and author of “Towards a Conceptual Militancy” and “Can the Left Learn to Meme: Lessons for the cultural left, from cat memes to gaming, to Stranger Things, and more.” with an upcoming book “The Memeing of Mark Fisher: How the Frankfurt School Foresaw Capitalist Realism and What to do About It” coming out this September.  During the episode we discuss Mike's research on the history of memes i...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s interview I spoke with Mike Watson (<a href='https://twitter.com/_leftaesthetics'>@_leftaesthetics</a>),  co-host of <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbLjoC_tct5byCV6JBoQPtA'>The Acid Left </a>and author of “<em>Towards a Conceptual Militancy</em>” and “<em>Can the Left Learn to Meme: Lessons for the cultural left, from cat memes to gaming, to Stranger Things, and more</em>.” with an upcoming book “<em>The Memeing of Mark Fisher: How the Frankfurt School Foresaw Capitalist Realism and What to do About It</em>” coming out this September.<br/><br/>During the episode we discuss Mike&apos;s research on the history of memes in art, his thoughts on how the Left can improve their memeing over the internet,  and the memetic strategies used in crypto that essentially function to hide what is actually happening with crypto investments. At the end we discuss a couple of specific memes which you can find on the page for this episode on the <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/haha-meme-printer-go-brrrrr-feat-mike-watson-of-the-acid-left/'>TBS site</a>.<br/><br/><b>Sources</b><br/><a href='https://www.mikewatson.fi/'>Mike Watson&apos;s site</a><br/><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/commodity-fetishism-feet-pics-and-ideology/'>Article on commodity fetishism: &quot;Commodity Fetishism, Feet Pics, and Ideology&quot;</a><br/> <a href='https://www.johnhuntpublishing.com/zer0-books/our-books/towards-conceptual-militancy'>Towards a Conceptual Militancy</a><br/> <a href='https://www.johnhuntpublishing.com/zer0-books/our-books/can-left-learn-meme'>Can the Left Learn to Meme: Lessons for the cultural left, from cat memes to gaming, to Stranger Things, and more.<br/></a><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s interview I spoke with Mike Watson (<a href='https://twitter.com/_leftaesthetics'>@_leftaesthetics</a>),  co-host of <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbLjoC_tct5byCV6JBoQPtA'>The Acid Left </a>and author of “<em>Towards a Conceptual Militancy</em>” and “<em>Can the Left Learn to Meme: Lessons for the cultural left, from cat memes to gaming, to Stranger Things, and more</em>.” with an upcoming book “<em>The Memeing of Mark Fisher: How the Frankfurt School Foresaw Capitalist Realism and What to do About It</em>” coming out this September.<br/><br/>During the episode we discuss Mike&apos;s research on the history of memes in art, his thoughts on how the Left can improve their memeing over the internet,  and the memetic strategies used in crypto that essentially function to hide what is actually happening with crypto investments. At the end we discuss a couple of specific memes which you can find on the page for this episode on the <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/haha-meme-printer-go-brrrrr-feat-mike-watson-of-the-acid-left/'>TBS site</a>.<br/><br/><b>Sources</b><br/><a href='https://www.mikewatson.fi/'>Mike Watson&apos;s site</a><br/><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/commodity-fetishism-feet-pics-and-ideology/'>Article on commodity fetishism: &quot;Commodity Fetishism, Feet Pics, and Ideology&quot;</a><br/> <a href='https://www.johnhuntpublishing.com/zer0-books/our-books/towards-conceptual-militancy'>Towards a Conceptual Militancy</a><br/> <a href='https://www.johnhuntpublishing.com/zer0-books/our-books/can-left-learn-meme'>Can the Left Learn to Meme: Lessons for the cultural left, from cat memes to gaming, to Stranger Things, and more.<br/></a><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Teaser - Q&amp;A:  What is the relationship of blockchain and the evolution of capitalism?</itunes:title>
    <title>Teaser - Q&amp;A:  What is the relationship of blockchain and the evolution of capitalism?</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This is a teaser of a patreon exclusive episode. As a patron you have the ability to vote on the topic / question of a monthly patreon exclusive podcast. For this month the question most voted on was "What is the relationship of blockchain and the evolution of capitalism?".  Get the full version on Patreon.  If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my Patreon starting at just...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This is a teaser of a patreon exclusive episode. As a patron you have the ability to vote on the topic / question of a monthly patreon exclusive podcast. For this month the question most voted on was &quot;What is the relationship of blockchain and the evolution of capitalism?&quot;.<br/><br/>Get the full version on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/posts/46568277'>Patreon</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This is a teaser of a patreon exclusive episode. As a patron you have the ability to vote on the topic / question of a monthly patreon exclusive podcast. For this month the question most voted on was &quot;What is the relationship of blockchain and the evolution of capitalism?&quot;.<br/><br/>Get the full version on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/posts/46568277'>Patreon</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2021 11:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Using blockchain to make the artworlds we want with Furtherfield</itunes:title>
    <title>Using blockchain to make the artworlds we want with Furtherfield</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this week's interview I spoke with Ruth Catlow,  Artistic Director at Furtherfield (@furtherfield), a not-for-profit international community hub for arts, technology and social change founded with Marc Garrett in London, in 1996. Co-editor of Artists Re:Thinking the Blockchain ,Director of DECAL (Decentralised Arts Lab), a Furtherfield initiative which exists to mobilise research and development by leading artists, using blockchain and web 3.0 technologies for fairer, more dynamic an...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s interview I spoke with Ruth Catlow,  Artistic Director at <a href='https://www.furtherfield.org/'>Furtherfield</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/furtherfield'>@furtherfield</a>), a not-for-profit international community hub for arts, technology and social change founded with Marc Garrett in London, in 1996. Co-editor of <a href='https://www.furtherfield.org/artists-rethinking-blockchain/'>Artists Re:Thinking the Blockchain</a> ,Director of<a href='http://decal.is'> DECAL</a> (Decentralised Arts Lab), a Furtherfield initiative which exists to mobilise research and development by leading artists, using blockchain and web 3.0 technologies for fairer, more dynamic and connected cultural ecologies and economies. <br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about  how art has evolved with technology over the previous decades especially with the rise of the internet,  Furtherfield&apos;s history with digital art in the early internet,  their recent artistic experiments with blockchain, and Ruth&apos;s thoughts on the rise of NFTs. <br/><br/><b>Sources<br/></b><a href='https://www.furtherfield.org/'>Furtherfield Site<br/></a><a href='https://www.daowo.org/'>DAOWO</a> (Decentralised Autonomous Organisation With Others)- <em>The blockchain laboratory and debate series for reinventing the arts</em> <br/><a href='http://www.decal.is/'>DECAL</a> - <em>The Decentralised Arts Lab</em> <br/><a href='https://www.furtherfield.org/culturestake-2/'>Culture Stake</a></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s interview I spoke with Ruth Catlow,  Artistic Director at <a href='https://www.furtherfield.org/'>Furtherfield</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/furtherfield'>@furtherfield</a>), a not-for-profit international community hub for arts, technology and social change founded with Marc Garrett in London, in 1996. Co-editor of <a href='https://www.furtherfield.org/artists-rethinking-blockchain/'>Artists Re:Thinking the Blockchain</a> ,Director of<a href='http://decal.is'> DECAL</a> (Decentralised Arts Lab), a Furtherfield initiative which exists to mobilise research and development by leading artists, using blockchain and web 3.0 technologies for fairer, more dynamic and connected cultural ecologies and economies. <br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about  how art has evolved with technology over the previous decades especially with the rise of the internet,  Furtherfield&apos;s history with digital art in the early internet,  their recent artistic experiments with blockchain, and Ruth&apos;s thoughts on the rise of NFTs. <br/><br/><b>Sources<br/></b><a href='https://www.furtherfield.org/'>Furtherfield Site<br/></a><a href='https://www.daowo.org/'>DAOWO</a> (Decentralised Autonomous Organisation With Others)- <em>The blockchain laboratory and debate series for reinventing the arts</em> <br/><a href='http://www.decal.is/'>DECAL</a> - <em>The Decentralised Arts Lab</em> <br/><a href='https://www.furtherfield.org/culturestake-2/'>Culture Stake</a></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Early bitcoin politics: Digital metallism vs Infrastructural mutualism</itunes:title>
    <title>Early bitcoin politics: Digital metallism vs Infrastructural mutualism</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this week's interview I spoke with Matt Cropp (@MattCropp), a Co-Director of the Vermont Employee Ownership Center, where he works on public education, outreach, and the conversion of businesses to employee ownership for ownership succession. Matt has a really interesting profile in that he was involved in bitcoin during the early years and actually used it during the Occupy Wall Street protests for mutual aid.  During the interview we spoke about his involvement with earning and using bi...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s interview I spoke with Matt Cropp (<a href='https://twitter.com/MattCropp'>@MattCropp</a>), a Co-Director of the <a href='http://veoc.org/'>Vermont Employee Ownership Center</a>, where he works on public education, outreach, and the conversion of businesses to employee ownership for ownership succession. Matt has a really interesting profile in that he was involved in bitcoin during the early years and actually used it during the Occupy Wall Street protests for mutual aid.<br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about his involvement with earning and using bitcoin during Occupy Wall Street, his explanation of the political makeup of the bitcoin community during those days, and how he imagines coops could benefit from the use of blockchain / crypto in the future.<br/><br/><b>Sources</b><br/><a href='https://social.coop/web/timelines/home'>Social.coop Mastodon Instance</a><br/><a href='https://social.coop/web/accounts/25'>Matt Cropp&apos;s Mastodon</a><br/><a href='https://social.coop/web/accounts/244831'>The Blockchain Socialist Mastodon</a><br/><a href='https://cuhistory.blogspot.com/2011/05/coming-micro-ownership-revolution.html'>Matt Cropp&apos;s Credit Union History Blog with some musings on early bitcoin</a> <br/><a href='https://geo.coop/'>Grassroots Economic Organizing Coop</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s interview I spoke with Matt Cropp (<a href='https://twitter.com/MattCropp'>@MattCropp</a>), a Co-Director of the <a href='http://veoc.org/'>Vermont Employee Ownership Center</a>, where he works on public education, outreach, and the conversion of businesses to employee ownership for ownership succession. Matt has a really interesting profile in that he was involved in bitcoin during the early years and actually used it during the Occupy Wall Street protests for mutual aid.<br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about his involvement with earning and using bitcoin during Occupy Wall Street, his explanation of the political makeup of the bitcoin community during those days, and how he imagines coops could benefit from the use of blockchain / crypto in the future.<br/><br/><b>Sources</b><br/><a href='https://social.coop/web/timelines/home'>Social.coop Mastodon Instance</a><br/><a href='https://social.coop/web/accounts/25'>Matt Cropp&apos;s Mastodon</a><br/><a href='https://social.coop/web/accounts/244831'>The Blockchain Socialist Mastodon</a><br/><a href='https://cuhistory.blogspot.com/2011/05/coming-micro-ownership-revolution.html'>Matt Cropp&apos;s Credit Union History Blog with some musings on early bitcoin</a> <br/><a href='https://geo.coop/'>Grassroots Economic Organizing Coop</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:author>The Blockchain Socialist</itunes:author>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Day trading our way to the revolution feat. Jaynemesis</itunes:title>
    <title>Day trading our way to the revolution feat. Jaynemesis</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this week's interview I spoke with Jay Smith (@jaynemesis) one of the top earning traders on eToro, a social trading platform where people can “copy” the trades of traders and a percentage of the money they earn goes to them. What’s interesting about Jay is that while doing this he’s also openly left wing as he’s a Green Party voter in the UK, a social democrat, a vegan, and owes a bit of his success to trading cryptocurrencies since 2013.  During the interview we spoke about how he ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s interview I spoke with <a href='https://www.jaynemesis.com/'>Jay Smith </a>(<a href='https://twitter.com/jaynemesis'>@jaynemesis</a>) one of the top earning traders on <a href='https://www.etoro.com/'>eToro</a>, a social trading platform where people can “copy” the trades of traders and a percentage of the money they earn goes to them. What’s interesting about Jay is that while doing this he’s also openly left wing as he’s a Green Party voter in the UK, a social democrat, a vegan, and owes a bit of his success to trading cryptocurrencies since 2013. </p><p>During the interview we spoke about how he became a trader given his political beliefs and working class background, his thoughts on how the cryptocurrency space has evolved since he first started trading them, and whether there is anything that he thinks the left can learn from his experience. </p><p>I feel like I don’t even have to tell you all what’s going since you probably all know, but it looks like people across the political spectrum are banding together to buy GameStop stock to make a hedge fund go bankrupt as revenge for the financial crash of 2008. Unfortunately the interview was recorded before all the craziness started so I didn’t get to ask Jay’s thoughts, but you can find some his thoughts on his twitter <a href='https://twitter.com/jaynemesis/status/1354895879812034562'>here</a>.</p><p>If you’re joining in on the fun, keep in mind what’s going on is not some sort of revolution and is largely a battle between different segments of the bourgeoisie with some lucky working class people sprinkled throughout. However, if you really believe that buying stock in GameStop, AMC, etc. is some sort of signal for the distaste of Wall Street, then you can’t say that buying cryptocurrencies isn’t either. (Not investment advice.)<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s interview I spoke with <a href='https://www.jaynemesis.com/'>Jay Smith </a>(<a href='https://twitter.com/jaynemesis'>@jaynemesis</a>) one of the top earning traders on <a href='https://www.etoro.com/'>eToro</a>, a social trading platform where people can “copy” the trades of traders and a percentage of the money they earn goes to them. What’s interesting about Jay is that while doing this he’s also openly left wing as he’s a Green Party voter in the UK, a social democrat, a vegan, and owes a bit of his success to trading cryptocurrencies since 2013. </p><p>During the interview we spoke about how he became a trader given his political beliefs and working class background, his thoughts on how the cryptocurrency space has evolved since he first started trading them, and whether there is anything that he thinks the left can learn from his experience. </p><p>I feel like I don’t even have to tell you all what’s going since you probably all know, but it looks like people across the political spectrum are banding together to buy GameStop stock to make a hedge fund go bankrupt as revenge for the financial crash of 2008. Unfortunately the interview was recorded before all the craziness started so I didn’t get to ask Jay’s thoughts, but you can find some his thoughts on his twitter <a href='https://twitter.com/jaynemesis/status/1354895879812034562'>here</a>.</p><p>If you’re joining in on the fun, keep in mind what’s going on is not some sort of revolution and is largely a battle between different segments of the bourgeoisie with some lucky working class people sprinkled throughout. However, if you really believe that buying stock in GameStop, AMC, etc. is some sort of signal for the distaste of Wall Street, then you can’t say that buying cryptocurrencies isn’t either. (Not investment advice.)<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Teaser - Q&amp;A: A cryptoleftist take on the STABLE Act</itunes:title>
    <title>Teaser - Q&amp;A: A cryptoleftist take on the STABLE Act</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This is  a teaser for the third episode in the patreon exclusive Q&amp;A series where I talk about my thoughts on the STABLE Act, which has become infamous in the crypto world, and how I think the cryptoleftist movement should understand and view it. If you don't know, the Stablecoin Tethering and Bank Licensing Enforcement (STABLE) Act, proposed by  Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.), requires stablecoin-issuing companies to obtain a banking charter and follow "appropriate" banking regul...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This is  a teaser for the third episode in the patreon exclusive Q&amp;A series where I talk about my thoughts on the STABLE Act, which has become infamous in the crypto world, and how I think the cryptoleftist movement should understand and view it. If you don&apos;t know, the <a href='https://www.occ.gov/topics/charters-and-licensing/interpretations-and-actions/2020/int1172.pdf'>Stablecoin Tethering and Bank Licensing Enforcement (STABLE) Act</a>, proposed by  Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.), requires stablecoin-issuing companies to obtain a banking charter and follow &quot;appropriate&quot; banking regulations in their jurisdiction. It also requires them to maintain reserves, equivalent to the dollar amount of their stablecoin issues, at the Federal Reserve and undergo regular audits to ensure compliance. Keep in mind that this bill has not been passed and is not likely to pass in the very near term, but unsurprisingly, this has caused a lot of ire from the crypto community, especially the anti-state libertarians.  </p><p>During the interview I focus on things said by Rohan Grey who is an aide in Tlaib&apos;s office that helped draft the bill and three of the main arguments I&apos;ve seen circulating against the STABLE Act. Based on that I line out what I think the appropriate cryptoleftist take on the legislation should be. Spoiler alert: don&apos;t trust criticisms being hurled by people you are not politically aligned with.</p><p><b>Sources</b></p><p><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ywsNq0XAfE'>Bankless Interview with Rohan</a> </p><p><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WSxXxROOqLY'>Old video of Rohan that I think is interesting</a> </p><p><a href='https://www.coindesk.com/stable-act-ethereum-node-illegal'>Coindesk article with many of the arguments I look in the episode</a> </p><p><br/><br/></p><p>Thanks again for all your support! As you can maybe tell, my audio is a bit better in this episode because I got a new microphone thanks to your patronage :)</p><p><br/><br/>Get the full version on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/posts/46568277'>Patreon</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This is  a teaser for the third episode in the patreon exclusive Q&amp;A series where I talk about my thoughts on the STABLE Act, which has become infamous in the crypto world, and how I think the cryptoleftist movement should understand and view it. If you don&apos;t know, the <a href='https://www.occ.gov/topics/charters-and-licensing/interpretations-and-actions/2020/int1172.pdf'>Stablecoin Tethering and Bank Licensing Enforcement (STABLE) Act</a>, proposed by  Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.), requires stablecoin-issuing companies to obtain a banking charter and follow &quot;appropriate&quot; banking regulations in their jurisdiction. It also requires them to maintain reserves, equivalent to the dollar amount of their stablecoin issues, at the Federal Reserve and undergo regular audits to ensure compliance. Keep in mind that this bill has not been passed and is not likely to pass in the very near term, but unsurprisingly, this has caused a lot of ire from the crypto community, especially the anti-state libertarians.  </p><p>During the interview I focus on things said by Rohan Grey who is an aide in Tlaib&apos;s office that helped draft the bill and three of the main arguments I&apos;ve seen circulating against the STABLE Act. Based on that I line out what I think the appropriate cryptoleftist take on the legislation should be. Spoiler alert: don&apos;t trust criticisms being hurled by people you are not politically aligned with.</p><p><b>Sources</b></p><p><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ywsNq0XAfE'>Bankless Interview with Rohan</a> </p><p><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WSxXxROOqLY'>Old video of Rohan that I think is interesting</a> </p><p><a href='https://www.coindesk.com/stable-act-ethereum-node-illegal'>Coindesk article with many of the arguments I look in the episode</a> </p><p><br/><br/></p><p>Thanks again for all your support! As you can maybe tell, my audio is a bit better in this episode because I got a new microphone thanks to your patronage :)</p><p><br/><br/>Get the full version on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/posts/46568277'>Patreon</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Recognizing value in open source communities with SourceCred feat. Dandelion Mané</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this episode I interview Dandelion Mané (@decentralion) and talk about their work on SourceCred (@sourcecred), a tool for communities to measure and reward value creation, which they founded. As the name suggests, Cred is the core idea of SourceCred. Cred is a score which is earned by making contributions to a project. A participant's score reflects how valuable their contributions were to the project. Participants are then rewarded with digital currency, or "Grain", based on their Cred. ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I interview Dandelion Mané (<a href='https://twitter.com/decentralion'>@decentralion</a>) and talk about their work on <a href='https://sourcecred.io/'>SourceCred</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/sourcecred'>@sourcecred</a>), a tool for communities to measure and reward value creation, which they founded. As the name suggests, Cred is the core idea of SourceCred. Cred is a score which is earned by making contributions to a project. A participant&apos;s score reflects how valuable their contributions were to the project. Participants are then rewarded with digital currency, or &quot;<a href='https://sourcecred.io/docs/beta/grain'>Grain</a>&quot;, based on their Cred. Cred is non-transferable, retroactive, transparent, and community-specific.<br/><br/>During the interview we talk about  the issues that open source communities face to become sustainable without corporate cooptation, how SourceCred can help with this problem by providing a democratic way for rewarding contributors, and why Dandelion identifies as a post-capitalist.<br/><br/><b>More on SourceCred</b><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZBDiNvddG4'>SourceCred Intro Video</a><br/><a href='https://sourcecred.io/docs/beta/get-involved'>Get Involved with SourceCred</a><br/><a href='https://sourcecred.io/docs/beta/setup-guide/'>How to Setup a SourceCred Instance</a><br/><a href='https://github.com/sourcecred'>SourceCred Github</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I interview Dandelion Mané (<a href='https://twitter.com/decentralion'>@decentralion</a>) and talk about their work on <a href='https://sourcecred.io/'>SourceCred</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/sourcecred'>@sourcecred</a>), a tool for communities to measure and reward value creation, which they founded. As the name suggests, Cred is the core idea of SourceCred. Cred is a score which is earned by making contributions to a project. A participant&apos;s score reflects how valuable their contributions were to the project. Participants are then rewarded with digital currency, or &quot;<a href='https://sourcecred.io/docs/beta/grain'>Grain</a>&quot;, based on their Cred. Cred is non-transferable, retroactive, transparent, and community-specific.<br/><br/>During the interview we talk about  the issues that open source communities face to become sustainable without corporate cooptation, how SourceCred can help with this problem by providing a democratic way for rewarding contributors, and why Dandelion identifies as a post-capitalist.<br/><br/><b>More on SourceCred</b><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZBDiNvddG4'>SourceCred Intro Video</a><br/><a href='https://sourcecred.io/docs/beta/get-involved'>Get Involved with SourceCred</a><br/><a href='https://sourcecred.io/docs/beta/setup-guide/'>How to Setup a SourceCred Instance</a><br/><a href='https://github.com/sourcecred'>SourceCred Github</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Avoiding co-optation of the commons under capitalism</itunes:title>
    <title>Avoiding co-optation of the commons under capitalism</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this interview I sat down with Hannes Gerhardt, professor of Human Geography at the University of West Georgia and author of a recent piece in ROAR Magazine titled, Blockchains: Building blocks for a postcapitalist future? . He has published on a wide range of political and economic issues and is currently working on a book exploring pathways to establishing non-capitalist forms of economic production.  During the interview we talk about how his research interests in human geography ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I sat down with <a href='https://www.facebook.com/Hannes-Gerhardt-Geography-352317845382414'>Hannes Gerhardt</a>, professor of Human Geography at the University of West Georgia and author of a recent piece in ROAR Magazine titled, <a href='https://roarmag.org/essays/blockchains-post-capitalism/'><em>Blockchains: Building blocks for a postcapitalist future? </em></a><em>. </em>He has published on a wide range of political and economic issues and is currently working on a book exploring pathways to establishing non-capitalist forms of economic production.<em><br/><br/></em>During the interview we talk about how his research interests in human geography and post-capitalism relates to blockchain, some of his ideas in his article in Roar about &quot;re-valuing and de-fetishizing&quot;, and his advice for commons projects to avoid co-optation by capitalists.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this interview I sat down with <a href='https://www.facebook.com/Hannes-Gerhardt-Geography-352317845382414'>Hannes Gerhardt</a>, professor of Human Geography at the University of West Georgia and author of a recent piece in ROAR Magazine titled, <a href='https://roarmag.org/essays/blockchains-post-capitalism/'><em>Blockchains: Building blocks for a postcapitalist future? </em></a><em>. </em>He has published on a wide range of political and economic issues and is currently working on a book exploring pathways to establishing non-capitalist forms of economic production.<em><br/><br/></em>During the interview we talk about how his research interests in human geography and post-capitalism relates to blockchain, some of his ideas in his article in Roar about &quot;re-valuing and de-fetishizing&quot;, and his advice for commons projects to avoid co-optation by capitalists.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Designing post-capitalism with the Economic Space Agency feat. Akseli Virtanen</itunes:title>
    <title>Designing post-capitalism with the Economic Space Agency feat. Akseli Virtanen</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this week's podcast I spoke to Akseli Virtanen (@econaut6), one of the founders of the Economic Space Agency (@ecospaceagency) (ECSA), an organization for exploring protocols for post-capitalist economic expression. Akseli previously founded the Robin Hood Cooperative Hedge Fund and has been referred as The Andy Warhol of Finance.   During the interview we talk about how ECSA is  exploring the creation of post-capitalist economic media through the creation of a new "economic grammar"...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s podcast I spoke to Akseli Virtanen (<a href='https://twitter.com/econaut6'>@econaut6</a>), one of the founders of the <a href='https://ecsa.io'>Economic Space Agency</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/ecospaceagency'>@ecospaceagency</a>) (ECSA), an organization for exploring protocols for post-capitalist economic expression. Akseli previously founded the Robin Hood Cooperative Hedge Fund and has been referred as <a href='https://thefintechtimes.com/econaut-future-financial-space/'>The Andy Warhol of Finance</a>. <br/><br/>During the interview we talk about how ECSA is  exploring the creation of post-capitalist economic media through the creation of a new &quot;economic grammar&quot;, how the Left can co-opt financial jargon to imagine a post-capitalist future (like social derivatives), and the irony of using the work of Friedrich Hayek on economic calculation to show that capitalism sucks. If you&apos;re a leftist interested in the blockchain space, it&apos;s absolutely imperative that you keep up with the work of ECSA.<br/><br/><b>Learn more about ECSA</b><br/><a href='https://economicspace.agency/'>ECSA Website</a><br/><a href='https://medium.com/econaut'>Akseli&apos;s blog</a><br/><a href='https://medium.com/econaut/towards-post-capitalism-7679d2831408'>Economic Grammar</a><br/><a href='https://medium.com/econaut/economic-media-5da2590c75f7'>Economic Media </a><br/><a href='https://medium.com/econaut/crypto-political-economy-dd91c6fcff7'>Transcending Hayek and his digital disciples (article)</a><br/><a href='https://soundcloud.com/user-177407194/crypto-political-economy-ch-2'>Transcending Hayek and his digital disciples (podcast)</a><br/><a href='https://medium.com/econaut/economics-back-into-cryptoeconomics-20471f5ceeea'>New Renaissance</a><br/><br/><b>Learn more about Robin Hood</b><br/><a href='http://www.futureartbase.org/2013/10/08/democratization-of-finance-a-discussion-about-robin-hood-with-akseli-virtanen/'>Democratizing the Power of Finance</a><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BoogfEdALes&amp;list=PLU3jVjtfSF2I75ijoUWq8VRPDf2beoV4N'>Financial Platforms for the Future</a><br/><a href='http://www.futureartbase.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Robin-Hood.Grey-Paper-April-2015.pdf'>Equity, Options, Assemblage </a></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s podcast I spoke to Akseli Virtanen (<a href='https://twitter.com/econaut6'>@econaut6</a>), one of the founders of the <a href='https://ecsa.io'>Economic Space Agency</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/ecospaceagency'>@ecospaceagency</a>) (ECSA), an organization for exploring protocols for post-capitalist economic expression. Akseli previously founded the Robin Hood Cooperative Hedge Fund and has been referred as <a href='https://thefintechtimes.com/econaut-future-financial-space/'>The Andy Warhol of Finance</a>. <br/><br/>During the interview we talk about how ECSA is  exploring the creation of post-capitalist economic media through the creation of a new &quot;economic grammar&quot;, how the Left can co-opt financial jargon to imagine a post-capitalist future (like social derivatives), and the irony of using the work of Friedrich Hayek on economic calculation to show that capitalism sucks. If you&apos;re a leftist interested in the blockchain space, it&apos;s absolutely imperative that you keep up with the work of ECSA.<br/><br/><b>Learn more about ECSA</b><br/><a href='https://economicspace.agency/'>ECSA Website</a><br/><a href='https://medium.com/econaut'>Akseli&apos;s blog</a><br/><a href='https://medium.com/econaut/towards-post-capitalism-7679d2831408'>Economic Grammar</a><br/><a href='https://medium.com/econaut/economic-media-5da2590c75f7'>Economic Media </a><br/><a href='https://medium.com/econaut/crypto-political-economy-dd91c6fcff7'>Transcending Hayek and his digital disciples (article)</a><br/><a href='https://soundcloud.com/user-177407194/crypto-political-economy-ch-2'>Transcending Hayek and his digital disciples (podcast)</a><br/><a href='https://medium.com/econaut/economics-back-into-cryptoeconomics-20471f5ceeea'>New Renaissance</a><br/><br/><b>Learn more about Robin Hood</b><br/><a href='http://www.futureartbase.org/2013/10/08/democratization-of-finance-a-discussion-about-robin-hood-with-akseli-virtanen/'>Democratizing the Power of Finance</a><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BoogfEdALes&amp;list=PLU3jVjtfSF2I75ijoUWq8VRPDf2beoV4N'>Financial Platforms for the Future</a><br/><a href='http://www.futureartbase.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Robin-Hood.Grey-Paper-April-2015.pdf'>Equity, Options, Assemblage </a></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Teaser - Q&amp;A: Socialism with markets or planning using blockchain?</itunes:title>
    <title>Teaser - Q&amp;A: Socialism with markets or planning using blockchain?</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This is a teaser of the second episode of the patreon exclusive Q&amp;A series where I talk about the question asked by JB on the differences between socialism based on markets versus planning and how blockchain can influence that conversation.  Get the full version on Patreon. Support the show ICYMI I've written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It and is being publishe...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This is a teaser of the second episode of the patreon exclusive Q&amp;A series where I talk about the question asked by JB on the differences between socialism based on markets versus planning and how blockchain can influence that conversation.  Get the full version on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/posts/q-socialism-with-45242361'>Patreon</a>.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This is a teaser of the second episode of the patreon exclusive Q&amp;A series where I talk about the question asked by JB on the differences between socialism based on markets versus planning and how blockchain can influence that conversation.  Get the full version on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/posts/q-socialism-with-45242361'>Patreon</a>.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>GCAS: The Cooperatively owned College on the Blockchain feat. Creston Davis</itunes:title>
    <title>GCAS: The Cooperatively owned College on the Blockchain feat. Creston Davis</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week I spoke to Creston Davis, founder of the Global Center of Advanced Studies (@GCASCollege), the first cooperatively run college using their own ethereum-enabled token (called GCASY) that represents shares in the college that can be used for paying for tuition and other expenses. Many well-known academics are a part of GCAS, including Alain Badiou and they've hosted seminars from the likes of Noam Chomsky, Richard Wolff, and Chris Hedges.  During the interview we talk about how a conv...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke to Creston Davis, founder of the <a href='https://gcas.ie/'>Global Center of Advanced Studies </a>(<a href='https://twitter.com/GCASCollege'>@GCASCollege</a>), the first cooperatively run college using their own <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=825edR_2CbM&amp;feature=emb_title'>ethereum-enabled token</a> (called GCASY) that represents shares in the college that can be used for paying for tuition and other expenses. Many well-known academics are a part of GCAS, including <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJjkq0Af3wI&amp;feature=emb_title'>Alain Badiou </a>and they&apos;ve hosted seminars from the likes of <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=awUBNIRqmz0&amp;feature=emb_title'>Noam Chomsky</a>, <a href='https://www.democracyatwork.info/gcas_democracy_rising'>Richard Wolff</a>, and <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4nTrVxRE9X0&amp;feature=emb_title'>Chris Hedges</a>.<br/><br/>During the interview we talk about how a conversation with Slavoj Zizek motivated Creston to start the &quot;modern day Frankfurt School&quot; that doesn&apos;t require students to go into debt, what it&apos;s like to be a student at the school (they offer bachelors, masters, and PhD degrees), and how GCAS&apos;s progressive model can reproduce itself in other ways similar to how universities in the age of neoliberalism have socially reproduced themselves into the economy. <br/><br/><b>Sources</b><br/><a href='https://gcas.ie/'>GCAS College Dublin</a><br/><a href='https://gcas-la.com/'>GCAS Latinoamérica</a><br/><a href='https://gcas.io/'>GCAS Crypto Hub</a><br/><a href='https://gcas-eschool.ie/'>GCAS E-School</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke to Creston Davis, founder of the <a href='https://gcas.ie/'>Global Center of Advanced Studies </a>(<a href='https://twitter.com/GCASCollege'>@GCASCollege</a>), the first cooperatively run college using their own <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=825edR_2CbM&amp;feature=emb_title'>ethereum-enabled token</a> (called GCASY) that represents shares in the college that can be used for paying for tuition and other expenses. Many well-known academics are a part of GCAS, including <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJjkq0Af3wI&amp;feature=emb_title'>Alain Badiou </a>and they&apos;ve hosted seminars from the likes of <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=awUBNIRqmz0&amp;feature=emb_title'>Noam Chomsky</a>, <a href='https://www.democracyatwork.info/gcas_democracy_rising'>Richard Wolff</a>, and <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4nTrVxRE9X0&amp;feature=emb_title'>Chris Hedges</a>.<br/><br/>During the interview we talk about how a conversation with Slavoj Zizek motivated Creston to start the &quot;modern day Frankfurt School&quot; that doesn&apos;t require students to go into debt, what it&apos;s like to be a student at the school (they offer bachelors, masters, and PhD degrees), and how GCAS&apos;s progressive model can reproduce itself in other ways similar to how universities in the age of neoliberalism have socially reproduced themselves into the economy. <br/><br/><b>Sources</b><br/><a href='https://gcas.ie/'>GCAS College Dublin</a><br/><a href='https://gcas-la.com/'>GCAS Latinoamérica</a><br/><a href='https://gcas.io/'>GCAS Crypto Hub</a><br/><a href='https://gcas-eschool.ie/'>GCAS E-School</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Enabling Blockchain to Fight against Imperialism in the Caribbean feat. Stefen Deleveaux</itunes:title>
    <title>Enabling Blockchain to Fight against Imperialism in the Caribbean feat. Stefen Deleveaux</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week I spoke with Stefen Deleveaux (@stefdelev), the president of the Caribbean  Blockchain Alliance (CBA). The CBA is an organization that advocates for the use of blockchain in Caribbean, educates developers , and collaborates with regulators to create regulatory frameworks in the region. One of the purposes of the organization is to help create a more coherent Caribbean alliance based on solidarity help protect the interests of the region.  During the interview we spoke about the...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke with Stefen Deleveaux (<a href='https://twitter.com/stefdelev'>@stefdelev</a>), the president of the <a href='https://www.cbahub.org/'>Caribbean  Blockchain Alliance</a> (CBA). The CBA is an organization that advocates for the use of blockchain in Caribbean, educates developers , and collaborates with regulators to create regulatory frameworks in the region. One of the purposes of the organization is to help create a more coherent Caribbean alliance based on solidarity help protect the interests of the region.<br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about the history of colonialism and imperialism in the Caribbean, how it has influenced the current situation (e.g., dependence on wealthy tourists, lack of industry, EU black lists, etc.), and how Stefen believes blockchain could be used to enable vast improvements in living conditions in the region for working people and public services.  We also discuss a bit about the <a href='https://www.valuewalk.com/2020/10/central-bank-bahamas-sand-dollar/'>Sand Dollar</a>, which is the Central Bank Digital Currency that the Bahamian Central Bank recently released this year.<br/><br/>Learn more about some of the ways how the US and Europe keep the Caribbean underdeveloped from one of the Caribbean&apos;s top economists <a href='https://youtu.be/Elnf3aG5DT4'>here</a>.<br/><br/>Donate to support the CBA here:<br/><br/>BTC:  1MSaYj6AaamEnYEdNmzbgQeszS1srdxHN</p><p>​ETH:  0x72944A176997207740f7da5D3c1DFd938e9c772e</p><p>You can find official addresses at the the bottom of <a href='https://www.cbahub.org/'>their site </a>as well if you want to double check.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke with Stefen Deleveaux (<a href='https://twitter.com/stefdelev'>@stefdelev</a>), the president of the <a href='https://www.cbahub.org/'>Caribbean  Blockchain Alliance</a> (CBA). The CBA is an organization that advocates for the use of blockchain in Caribbean, educates developers , and collaborates with regulators to create regulatory frameworks in the region. One of the purposes of the organization is to help create a more coherent Caribbean alliance based on solidarity help protect the interests of the region.<br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about the history of colonialism and imperialism in the Caribbean, how it has influenced the current situation (e.g., dependence on wealthy tourists, lack of industry, EU black lists, etc.), and how Stefen believes blockchain could be used to enable vast improvements in living conditions in the region for working people and public services.  We also discuss a bit about the <a href='https://www.valuewalk.com/2020/10/central-bank-bahamas-sand-dollar/'>Sand Dollar</a>, which is the Central Bank Digital Currency that the Bahamian Central Bank recently released this year.<br/><br/>Learn more about some of the ways how the US and Europe keep the Caribbean underdeveloped from one of the Caribbean&apos;s top economists <a href='https://youtu.be/Elnf3aG5DT4'>here</a>.<br/><br/>Donate to support the CBA here:<br/><br/>BTC:  1MSaYj6AaamEnYEdNmzbgQeszS1srdxHN</p><p>​ETH:  0x72944A176997207740f7da5D3c1DFd938e9c772e</p><p>You can find official addresses at the the bottom of <a href='https://www.cbahub.org/'>their site </a>as well if you want to double check.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Technical Analysis is Just Horoscopes for Chart People feat. Andrew Ancheta</itunes:title>
    <title>Technical Analysis is Just Horoscopes for Chart People feat. Andrew Ancheta</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week I interviewed Andrew Ancheta (@TrampAbroad1), a freelance journalist who previously wrote for crypto publications, but most recently wrote an article in the leftwing journal Current Affairs called The Crypto Casino.  It's a great article, and I don't say that just because I'm featured in it :). The article is in the currently most recent issue of Current Affairs (Issue 27, September-October 2020) so be sure to check it out. You can purchase the issue here.  During the interview...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This week I interviewed Andrew Ancheta (<a href='https://twitter.com/TrampAbroad1'>@TrampAbroad1</a>), a freelance journalist who previously wrote for crypto publications, but most recently wrote an article in the leftwing journal <a href='https://www.currentaffairs.org/'>Current Affairs</a> called <em>The Crypto Casino</em>.  It&apos;s a great article, and I don&apos;t say that just because I&apos;m featured in it :). The article is in the currently most recent issue of Current Affairs (Issue 27, September-October 2020) so be sure to check it out. You can purchase the issue <a href='https://www.currentaffairs.org/store/product/54'>here</a>.<br/><br/>During the interview we talk about his experience in working in crypto media during the ICO boom, what it was like to now write an article about crypto from a leftist perspective, and how technical analysis is essentially horoscopes for people into charts. We&apos;re not all doom and gloom about the crypto space however and talk about some of the things that Andrew is most excited about, like DAOs.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week I interviewed Andrew Ancheta (<a href='https://twitter.com/TrampAbroad1'>@TrampAbroad1</a>), a freelance journalist who previously wrote for crypto publications, but most recently wrote an article in the leftwing journal <a href='https://www.currentaffairs.org/'>Current Affairs</a> called <em>The Crypto Casino</em>.  It&apos;s a great article, and I don&apos;t say that just because I&apos;m featured in it :). The article is in the currently most recent issue of Current Affairs (Issue 27, September-October 2020) so be sure to check it out. You can purchase the issue <a href='https://www.currentaffairs.org/store/product/54'>here</a>.<br/><br/>During the interview we talk about his experience in working in crypto media during the ICO boom, what it was like to now write an article about crypto from a leftist perspective, and how technical analysis is essentially horoscopes for people into charts. We&apos;re not all doom and gloom about the crypto space however and talk about some of the things that Andrew is most excited about, like DAOs.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>What Cooperatives and Blockchain Can Learn From Each Other feat. Morshed Mannan</itunes:title>
    <title>What Cooperatives and Blockchain Can Learn From Each Other feat. Morshed Mannan</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week I spoke with Morshed Mannan (@MannanMorshed), a PhD candidate at Leiden Law School in The Netherlands and  Research Fellow at the Institute for the Cooperative Digital Economy at The New School. His research interest in cooperatives and digital technologies eventually led him to blockchain and he's produced some really interesting research and seminars on its intersection.  During the interview we discuss his previously published research about the differences between trust and...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke with Morshed Mannan (<a href='https://twitter.com/MannanMorshed'>@MannanMorshed</a>), a PhD candidate at Leiden Law School in The Netherlands and  Research Fellow at the Institute for the Cooperative Digital Economy at The New School. His research interest in cooperatives and digital technologies eventually led him to blockchain and he&apos;s produced some really interesting research and seminars on its intersection.<br/><br/>During the interview we discuss his previously published research about the differences between trust and confidence on the blockchain and link that to his work about cooperatives, we revisit two projects that were on the podcast previously (Eva Coop and Colony), and discuss how blockchain and coops have similar properties while also having a lot to learn from one another. At some point we also agree that cooperatives may be a good way to take entrepreneurship away from the right wing.<br/><br/><b>Sources:</b></p><ul><li> <a href='https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0160791X20303067'>Blockchain as a confidence machine: The problem of trust &amp; challenges of governance</a></li><li><a href='https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3356774'>Fostering Worker Cooperatives with Blockchain Technology: Lessons from the Colony Project</a></li><li><a href='https://platform.coop/'>Everything Old is New Again: Evaluating the Legal and Governance Structures of Shared-Services Platform Cooperatives (Unpublished but will be published here soon)</a></li><li><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/own-the-value-of-your-labor-with-daos-feat-daniel-kronovet-from-colony/'>TBS Interview with Colony</a></li><li><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/fighting-uber-with-blockchain-cooperatives-feat-dardan-isufi-from-eva-coop/'>TBS Interview with Eva Coop</a></li></ul><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke with Morshed Mannan (<a href='https://twitter.com/MannanMorshed'>@MannanMorshed</a>), a PhD candidate at Leiden Law School in The Netherlands and  Research Fellow at the Institute for the Cooperative Digital Economy at The New School. His research interest in cooperatives and digital technologies eventually led him to blockchain and he&apos;s produced some really interesting research and seminars on its intersection.<br/><br/>During the interview we discuss his previously published research about the differences between trust and confidence on the blockchain and link that to his work about cooperatives, we revisit two projects that were on the podcast previously (Eva Coop and Colony), and discuss how blockchain and coops have similar properties while also having a lot to learn from one another. At some point we also agree that cooperatives may be a good way to take entrepreneurship away from the right wing.<br/><br/><b>Sources:</b></p><ul><li> <a href='https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0160791X20303067'>Blockchain as a confidence machine: The problem of trust &amp; challenges of governance</a></li><li><a href='https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3356774'>Fostering Worker Cooperatives with Blockchain Technology: Lessons from the Colony Project</a></li><li><a href='https://platform.coop/'>Everything Old is New Again: Evaluating the Legal and Governance Structures of Shared-Services Platform Cooperatives (Unpublished but will be published here soon)</a></li><li><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/own-the-value-of-your-labor-with-daos-feat-daniel-kronovet-from-colony/'>TBS Interview with Colony</a></li><li><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/fighting-uber-with-blockchain-cooperatives-feat-dardan-isufi-from-eva-coop/'>TBS Interview with Eva Coop</a></li></ul><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Commons Based Peer Production on the Blockchain feat. Michel Bauwens of the P2P Foundation</itunes:title>
    <title>Commons Based Peer Production on the Blockchain feat. Michel Bauwens of the P2P Foundation</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week I spoke to Michel Bauwens, the  founder  of the Foundation for Peer-to-Peer Alternatives and works in collaboration with a global group of researchers in the exploration of peer production, governance, and property and is known for his work on The Political Economy of Peer Production. Much of his work revolves around exploring peer production as an alternative to currently existing capitalism.  For this interview we spoke mostly about his  recently published P2P ACCOU...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/mbauwens'>Michel Bauwens</a>, the  founder  of the Foundation for Peer-to-Peer Alternatives and works in collaboration with a global group of researchers in the exploration of peer production, governance, and property and is known for his work on <a href='http://www.informatik.uni-leipzig.de/~graebe/Texte/Bauwens-06.pdf'><em>The Political Economy of Peer Production</em></a>. Much of his work revolves around exploring peer production as an alternative to currently existing capitalism.<em><br/><br/></em>For this interview we spoke mostly about his  recently published <a href='http://commonstransition.org/p2p-accounting-for-planetary-survival/'><em>P2P ACCOUNTING FOR PLANETARY SURVIVAL</em></a><em> </em>report which focused on ways that DLT can be used to create alternative productive relations that promote planetary survival. I ask him about his frameworks for understanding technological designs and the different types of cooperatives which can help  create generative relations as opposed to extractive ones as well as why he thinks DLT and technologies like blockchain have particular properties that can help us fight against the destruction of the earth&apos;s natural environment.<em><br/><br/></em><b>Sources<br/></b><a href='http://wiki.p2pfoundation.net/'>P2P Foundation Wiki</a><br/><a href='https://primer.commonstransition.org/'>Commons Transition</a></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke to <a href='https://twitter.com/mbauwens'>Michel Bauwens</a>, the  founder  of the Foundation for Peer-to-Peer Alternatives and works in collaboration with a global group of researchers in the exploration of peer production, governance, and property and is known for his work on <a href='http://www.informatik.uni-leipzig.de/~graebe/Texte/Bauwens-06.pdf'><em>The Political Economy of Peer Production</em></a>. Much of his work revolves around exploring peer production as an alternative to currently existing capitalism.<em><br/><br/></em>For this interview we spoke mostly about his  recently published <a href='http://commonstransition.org/p2p-accounting-for-planetary-survival/'><em>P2P ACCOUNTING FOR PLANETARY SURVIVAL</em></a><em> </em>report which focused on ways that DLT can be used to create alternative productive relations that promote planetary survival. I ask him about his frameworks for understanding technological designs and the different types of cooperatives which can help  create generative relations as opposed to extractive ones as well as why he thinks DLT and technologies like blockchain have particular properties that can help us fight against the destruction of the earth&apos;s natural environment.<em><br/><br/></em><b>Sources<br/></b><a href='http://wiki.p2pfoundation.net/'>P2P Foundation Wiki</a><br/><a href='https://primer.commonstransition.org/'>Commons Transition</a></p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>One WEIRD trick: A Radical Strategy to Finance the Revolution feat. Jonathan Beller </itunes:title>
    <title>One WEIRD trick: A Radical Strategy to Finance the Revolution feat. Jonathan Beller </title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week I spoke to Jonathan Beller,  a professor of Media Studies at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn NY with a forthcoming book “The World Computer: Derivative Conditions of Racial Capitalism.” He recently wrote “How We Short Capitalism – And Finance the Revolution” in CoinDesk. The article is really interesting in that it proposes we invest in "post-capitalist economic media" as a way to create alternatives to the one-dimensional expression of value in capitalism (financial value expresse...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke to <a href='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonathan_Beller'>Jonathan Beller</a>,  a professor of Media Studies at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn NY with a forthcoming book “<a href='https://www.dukeupress.edu/the-world-computer'>The World Computer: Derivative Conditions of Racial Capitalism</a>.” He recently wrote “<a href='https://www.coindesk.com/post-capitalist-revolution-tokenized'>How We Short Capitalism – And Finance the Revolution</a>” in CoinDesk. The article is really interesting in that it proposes we invest in &quot;post-capitalist economic media&quot; as a way to create alternatives to the one-dimensional expression of value in capitalism (financial value expressed in price) so that we can take power in the next inevitable recessions.<br/><br/>During the interview we talk about his new book coming next year, the differences between the failed internet revolution and the crypto revolution, how our economic media makes it awkward for leftist creators,  and the work being done at the Economic Space Agency (ECSA), a think tank for exploring protocols for post-capitalist economic expression.<br/><br/><b>Sources<br/></b><a href='https://www.coindesk.com/post-capitalist-revolution-tokenized'>How We Short Capitalism – And Finance the Revolution</a><br/><a href='http://australianhumanitiesreview.org/2020/05/31/economic-media-crypto-and-the-myth-of-total-liquidity/'>Economic Media: Crypto and the Myth of Total Liquidity</a><br/><a href='https://economicspace.agency/'>Economic Space Agency (ECSA)</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke to <a href='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonathan_Beller'>Jonathan Beller</a>,  a professor of Media Studies at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn NY with a forthcoming book “<a href='https://www.dukeupress.edu/the-world-computer'>The World Computer: Derivative Conditions of Racial Capitalism</a>.” He recently wrote “<a href='https://www.coindesk.com/post-capitalist-revolution-tokenized'>How We Short Capitalism – And Finance the Revolution</a>” in CoinDesk. The article is really interesting in that it proposes we invest in &quot;post-capitalist economic media&quot; as a way to create alternatives to the one-dimensional expression of value in capitalism (financial value expressed in price) so that we can take power in the next inevitable recessions.<br/><br/>During the interview we talk about his new book coming next year, the differences between the failed internet revolution and the crypto revolution, how our economic media makes it awkward for leftist creators,  and the work being done at the Economic Space Agency (ECSA), a think tank for exploring protocols for post-capitalist economic expression.<br/><br/><b>Sources<br/></b><a href='https://www.coindesk.com/post-capitalist-revolution-tokenized'>How We Short Capitalism – And Finance the Revolution</a><br/><a href='http://australianhumanitiesreview.org/2020/05/31/economic-media-crypto-and-the-myth-of-total-liquidity/'>Economic Media: Crypto and the Myth of Total Liquidity</a><br/><a href='https://economicspace.agency/'>Economic Space Agency (ECSA)</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2020 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>The dystopian future of smart cities built by LLCs and the socialists that ignore the signs</itunes:title>
    <title>The dystopian future of smart cities built by LLCs and the socialists that ignore the signs</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this week's episode I took a closer look at the company Blockchains LLC which bought the German startup Slock.it who was working on creating blockchain-enabled smart locks. Digging deeper I found out that Blockchains LLC is currently in the works of creating its own smart city "enabled by the blockchain" next to Reno, Nevada. We start by listening to a news segment aired on a local Reno new station about the company and the city being built  then connect that with he two recent MEL m...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s episode I took a closer look at the company Blockchains LLC which bought the German startup <a href='https://www.bloomberg.com/profile/company/1498328D:GR'>Slock.it</a> who was working on creating blockchain-enabled smart locks. Digging deeper I found out that Blockchains LLC is currently in the works of creating its own <a href='https://www.dezeen.com/2018/11/06/blockchain-innovation-park-smart-city-nevada-jeffrey-berns/'>smart city &quot;enabled by the blockchain&quot; </a>next to Reno, Nevada. We start by listening to a <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qjvPmCOcskU'>news segment </a>aired on a local Reno new station about the company and the city being built  then connect that with he two recent MEL magazine stories by Andrew Fiouzi as well as the <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/a-use-case-for-blockchain-socialism-during-an-evictions-crisis-the-housing-for-all-token/'>Housing for All Token</a> article I recently published on the blog.<br/><br/>At the end I also hope to adequately push back against the claims that I&apos;m selling some sort of cryptocurrency. I don&apos;t give a shit if you buy cryptocurrency or not, that has nothing to do with this project. The point is to explore the ideas and the projects in the blockchain space to understand the flaws of the libertarian agenda that permeates it and show that it doesn&apos;t need to be that way because we can create anti-capitalist counter narratives that take the same technologies to serve the working class rather than for generating profit.<br/><br/><b>Sources</b><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qjvPmCOcskU'>Blockchains LLC news segment</a><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sr1lch2Pbh4'>Blockchains LLC blockchain city promo</a><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N3OCJUpTz10'>Current construction of the city</a><br/><a href='https://melmagazine.com/en-us/story/cryptocurrency-news-blockchain-technology-socialism'>MEL Magazine: THE SOCIALISTS TRYING TO RECLAIM CRYPTOCURRENCY</a><br/><a href='https://melmagazine.com/en-us/story/smart-lock-eviction-moratorium-landlord'>MEL Magazine: SMART LOCKS COULD MAKE IT EVEN EASIER FOR LANDLORDS TO EVICT THEIR TENANTS</a><br/><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/what-would-marx-think-about-cryptocurrency-feat-mark-alizart-author-of-cryptocommunism/'>Interview with Mark Alizart</a><br/><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/giving-the-power-of-money-to-the-people-through-decentralized-mutual-credit-networks-ft-aleeza-howitt-from-trustlines/'>Interview with Aleeza Howitt</a><br/><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/a-use-case-for-blockchain-socialism-during-an-evictions-crisis-the-housing-for-all-token/'>Housing for All Token</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this week&apos;s episode I took a closer look at the company Blockchains LLC which bought the German startup <a href='https://www.bloomberg.com/profile/company/1498328D:GR'>Slock.it</a> who was working on creating blockchain-enabled smart locks. Digging deeper I found out that Blockchains LLC is currently in the works of creating its own <a href='https://www.dezeen.com/2018/11/06/blockchain-innovation-park-smart-city-nevada-jeffrey-berns/'>smart city &quot;enabled by the blockchain&quot; </a>next to Reno, Nevada. We start by listening to a <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qjvPmCOcskU'>news segment </a>aired on a local Reno new station about the company and the city being built  then connect that with he two recent MEL magazine stories by Andrew Fiouzi as well as the <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/a-use-case-for-blockchain-socialism-during-an-evictions-crisis-the-housing-for-all-token/'>Housing for All Token</a> article I recently published on the blog.<br/><br/>At the end I also hope to adequately push back against the claims that I&apos;m selling some sort of cryptocurrency. I don&apos;t give a shit if you buy cryptocurrency or not, that has nothing to do with this project. The point is to explore the ideas and the projects in the blockchain space to understand the flaws of the libertarian agenda that permeates it and show that it doesn&apos;t need to be that way because we can create anti-capitalist counter narratives that take the same technologies to serve the working class rather than for generating profit.<br/><br/><b>Sources</b><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qjvPmCOcskU'>Blockchains LLC news segment</a><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sr1lch2Pbh4'>Blockchains LLC blockchain city promo</a><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N3OCJUpTz10'>Current construction of the city</a><br/><a href='https://melmagazine.com/en-us/story/cryptocurrency-news-blockchain-technology-socialism'>MEL Magazine: THE SOCIALISTS TRYING TO RECLAIM CRYPTOCURRENCY</a><br/><a href='https://melmagazine.com/en-us/story/smart-lock-eviction-moratorium-landlord'>MEL Magazine: SMART LOCKS COULD MAKE IT EVEN EASIER FOR LANDLORDS TO EVICT THEIR TENANTS</a><br/><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/what-would-marx-think-about-cryptocurrency-feat-mark-alizart-author-of-cryptocommunism/'>Interview with Mark Alizart</a><br/><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/giving-the-power-of-money-to-the-people-through-decentralized-mutual-credit-networks-ft-aleeza-howitt-from-trustlines/'>Interview with Aleeza Howitt</a><br/><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/a-use-case-for-blockchain-socialism-during-an-evictions-crisis-the-housing-for-all-token/'>Housing for All Token</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>What Would Marx think about Cryptocurrency? feat. Mark Alizart, author of Cryptocommunism</itunes:title>
    <title>What Would Marx think about Cryptocurrency? feat. Mark Alizart, author of Cryptocommunism</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week I spoke with  Mark Alizart, a philosopher and the author of The Climate Coup, Dogs, and most recently Cryptocommunism which has recently been translated into English  from French and published by Polity Books. In the book, Mark argues that the significance of cryptocurrencies goes well beyond cryptoanarchism. In so far as they allow us ‘to appropriate collectively the means of monetary production’, to paraphrase Marx, and to replace ‘the government of persons by the admini...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke with  <a href='https://twitter.com/MarkAlizart'>Mark Alizart</a>, a philosopher and the author of The Climate Coup, Dogs, and most recently <a href='https://politybooks.com/bookdetail/?isbn=9781509538577'><em>Cryptocommunism</em></a> which has recently been translated into English  from French and published by Polity Books. In the book, Mark argues that the significance of cryptocurrencies goes well beyond cryptoanarchism. In so far as they allow us ‘to appropriate collectively the means of monetary production’, to paraphrase Marx, and to replace <a href='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Withering_away_of_the_state#:~:text=Origin%20of%20the%20phrase,-The%20phrase%20was&amp;text=The%20interference%20of%20the%20state,abolished%22%2C%20it%20withers%20away.'>‘the government of persons by the administration of things’</a>, as Engels advocated, they form the basis for a political regime that begins to look like a communism which has at last come to fruition – a cryptocommunism.<br/><br/>During the interview we discuss his thoughts on whether Marx and Engels would have been interested in cryptocurrencies and where blockchain potentially fits in their narrative particularly in regards to the people taking over the function of banks and the withering of the state. We also delve into some of the topics discussed in his book like socialism&apos;s relationship with thermodynamics, how Marx and Hayek were correct and wrong about some things (but how Hayek was way more incorrect and anti-democratic), and the similarities between blockchain consensus and the Leninist&apos;s political strategy of democratic centralism in the Soviet Union.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke with  <a href='https://twitter.com/MarkAlizart'>Mark Alizart</a>, a philosopher and the author of The Climate Coup, Dogs, and most recently <a href='https://politybooks.com/bookdetail/?isbn=9781509538577'><em>Cryptocommunism</em></a> which has recently been translated into English  from French and published by Polity Books. In the book, Mark argues that the significance of cryptocurrencies goes well beyond cryptoanarchism. In so far as they allow us ‘to appropriate collectively the means of monetary production’, to paraphrase Marx, and to replace <a href='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Withering_away_of_the_state#:~:text=Origin%20of%20the%20phrase,-The%20phrase%20was&amp;text=The%20interference%20of%20the%20state,abolished%22%2C%20it%20withers%20away.'>‘the government of persons by the administration of things’</a>, as Engels advocated, they form the basis for a political regime that begins to look like a communism which has at last come to fruition – a cryptocommunism.<br/><br/>During the interview we discuss his thoughts on whether Marx and Engels would have been interested in cryptocurrencies and where blockchain potentially fits in their narrative particularly in regards to the people taking over the function of banks and the withering of the state. We also delve into some of the topics discussed in his book like socialism&apos;s relationship with thermodynamics, how Marx and Hayek were correct and wrong about some things (but how Hayek was way more incorrect and anti-democratic), and the similarities between blockchain consensus and the Leninist&apos;s political strategy of democratic centralism in the Soviet Union.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Why the Left Should Care about Value Accounting feat. Dr. Sarah Grace Manski</itunes:title>
    <title>Why the Left Should Care about Value Accounting feat. Dr. Sarah Grace Manski</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week I spoke with Dr. Sarah Grace Manski, she has a PhD in Global Studies from UC Santa Barbara and is now a professor at George Mason University. On one side she’s done quite a bit of work for unions and written for Jacobin and on the other side she’s the founder of the International Society of Blockchain Scholars, Research fellow at the P2P foundation, and collaborator for RadicalxChange and Holochain.   During the interview we focus on her most recent publication in Frontiers in Block...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke with <a href='https://www.sarahmanski.com/'>Dr. Sarah Grace Manski</a>, she has a PhD in Global Studies from UC Santa Barbara and is now a professor at George Mason University. On one side she’s done quite a bit of work for unions and written for Jacobin and on the other side she’s the founder of the <a href='http://www.blockchain.eco/'>International Society of Blockchain Scholars</a>, Research fellow at the P2P foundation, and collaborator for RadicalxChange and Holochain. <br/><br/>During the interview we focus on her most recent publication in <em>Frontiers in Blockchain,</em> &quot;<a href='https://www.researchgate.net/publication/342385848_Distributed_Ledger_Technologies_Value_Accounting_and_the_Self_Sovereign_Identity'>Distributed Ledger Technologies, Value Accounting, and the Self Sovereign Identity</a>&quot; which talks about the downsides of capitalist value accounting practices and the blockchain projects that are looking to create alternative / regenerative value accounting systems. We also talk about how many technologists want to change the world but don&apos;t have a good framework for understanding the world, her idea around the &quot;Global Technological Commonwealth&quot; that would be ideal for a post-capitalist world, and the differences between DLTs like blockchain and holochain.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke with <a href='https://www.sarahmanski.com/'>Dr. Sarah Grace Manski</a>, she has a PhD in Global Studies from UC Santa Barbara and is now a professor at George Mason University. On one side she’s done quite a bit of work for unions and written for Jacobin and on the other side she’s the founder of the <a href='http://www.blockchain.eco/'>International Society of Blockchain Scholars</a>, Research fellow at the P2P foundation, and collaborator for RadicalxChange and Holochain. <br/><br/>During the interview we focus on her most recent publication in <em>Frontiers in Blockchain,</em> &quot;<a href='https://www.researchgate.net/publication/342385848_Distributed_Ledger_Technologies_Value_Accounting_and_the_Self_Sovereign_Identity'>Distributed Ledger Technologies, Value Accounting, and the Self Sovereign Identity</a>&quot; which talks about the downsides of capitalist value accounting practices and the blockchain projects that are looking to create alternative / regenerative value accounting systems. We also talk about how many technologists want to change the world but don&apos;t have a good framework for understanding the world, her idea around the &quot;Global Technological Commonwealth&quot; that would be ideal for a post-capitalist world, and the differences between DLTs like blockchain and holochain.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2020 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Art, Weed, and Blockchain feat. Chibu Ichiban from afuturemodern</itunes:title>
    <title>Art, Weed, and Blockchain feat. Chibu Ichiban from afuturemodern</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week I spoke to Chibu Ichiban, a founding member of afuturemodern, a network of coops delivering liberation tech to the masses through art, culture, and basic services. Their mission is to drive mass adoption of humanity's most radical innovations by shaping them for society's most marginalized and revolutionary communities. They leverage art, culture, service, social justice, and technology such as blockchain and artificial intelligence to the masses for the liberation of everyone, not ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke to Chibu Ichiban, a founding member of <a href='https://twitter.com/afuturemodern'>afuturemodern</a>, a network of coops delivering liberation tech to the masses through art, culture, and basic services. Their mission is to drive mass adoption of humanity&apos;s most radical innovations by shaping them for society&apos;s most marginalized and revolutionary communities. They leverage art, culture, service, social justice, and technology such as blockchain and artificial intelligence to the masses for the liberation of everyone, not just the few.<br/><br/>In the interview we talk about how weed can instigate revolution if it was legalized equitably, getting as much information on landlords as they ask of us, and how blockchain gives artists more ownership to their work If you&apos;re interested in becoming a part of the cooperative, be sure to reach out to Chibu on social media. </p><p><b>More about afuturemodern</b></p><p>github: <a href='https://github.com/afuturemodern'>https://github.com/afuturemodern</a><br/>donate: <a href='http://opencollective.com/afuturemodern'>http://opencollective.com/afuturemodern</a><br/>store: <a href='https://on.replin.com/afuturemodern'>https://on.replin.com/afuturemodern</a><br/>cent: <a href='https://beta.cent.co/afuturemodern'>https://beta.cent.co/afuturemodern</a><br/>peakd: <a href='https://peakd.com/@afuturemodern'>https://peakd.com/@afuturemodern</a><br/>keybase: @afuturemodern <br/>telegram: @afuturemodern <br/>instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/afuturemodern/'>https://www.instagram.com/afuturemodern/</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke to Chibu Ichiban, a founding member of <a href='https://twitter.com/afuturemodern'>afuturemodern</a>, a network of coops delivering liberation tech to the masses through art, culture, and basic services. Their mission is to drive mass adoption of humanity&apos;s most radical innovations by shaping them for society&apos;s most marginalized and revolutionary communities. They leverage art, culture, service, social justice, and technology such as blockchain and artificial intelligence to the masses for the liberation of everyone, not just the few.<br/><br/>In the interview we talk about how weed can instigate revolution if it was legalized equitably, getting as much information on landlords as they ask of us, and how blockchain gives artists more ownership to their work If you&apos;re interested in becoming a part of the cooperative, be sure to reach out to Chibu on social media. </p><p><b>More about afuturemodern</b></p><p>github: <a href='https://github.com/afuturemodern'>https://github.com/afuturemodern</a><br/>donate: <a href='http://opencollective.com/afuturemodern'>http://opencollective.com/afuturemodern</a><br/>store: <a href='https://on.replin.com/afuturemodern'>https://on.replin.com/afuturemodern</a><br/>cent: <a href='https://beta.cent.co/afuturemodern'>https://beta.cent.co/afuturemodern</a><br/>peakd: <a href='https://peakd.com/@afuturemodern'>https://peakd.com/@afuturemodern</a><br/>keybase: @afuturemodern <br/>telegram: @afuturemodern <br/>instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/afuturemodern/'>https://www.instagram.com/afuturemodern/</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2020 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Giving the Power of Money to the People through Decentralized Mutual Credit Networks ft. Aleeza Howitt from Trustlines</itunes:title>
    <title>Giving the Power of Money to the People through Decentralized Mutual Credit Networks ft. Aleeza Howitt from Trustlines</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week I spoke to Alleza Howitt (@aleezagroks),  a contributor to the Trustlines protocol. Trustlines is a mPoS (minimal viable Proof of Stake) sidechain to Ethereum and stores transactions for a system of decentralized mutual credit. Mutual credit is an alternative medium of exchange to most money that we use today in which "money" is created through lines of credit that are established between people who trust each other.  In this episode we discuss how Trustlines works from the sma...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke to Alleza Howitt (<a href='https://twitter.com/aleezagroks'>@aleezagroks</a>),  a contributor to the Trustlines protocol. Trustlines is a mPoS (minimal viable Proof of Stake) sidechain to <a href='https://ethereum.org/'>Ethereum</a> and stores transactions for a system of decentralized mutual credit. Mutual credit is an alternative medium of exchange to most money that we use today in which &quot;money&quot; is created through lines of credit that are established between people who trust each other.<br/><br/>In this episode we discuss how Trustlines works from the smallest unit of mutual credit to an entire decentralized network of economic actors using mutual credit, why the Left should care about such an alternative monetary system, and the circumstances in which you may want to consider using this type of system yourself. If you have a community that would be interested in using decentralized mutual credit, reach out to Aleeza on Twitter and she&apos;ll help set you up!<br/><br/><b>Learn more about Trustlines<br/></b><a href='https://trustlines.foundation/trustlines-101.html'>Trustlines 101</a><br/><a href='https://trustlines.app/#/'>Trustlines App</a><br/><a href='https://blog.trustlines.network/get-started-with-time-credits/'>Using Trustlines for time credits</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke to Alleza Howitt (<a href='https://twitter.com/aleezagroks'>@aleezagroks</a>),  a contributor to the Trustlines protocol. Trustlines is a mPoS (minimal viable Proof of Stake) sidechain to <a href='https://ethereum.org/'>Ethereum</a> and stores transactions for a system of decentralized mutual credit. Mutual credit is an alternative medium of exchange to most money that we use today in which &quot;money&quot; is created through lines of credit that are established between people who trust each other.<br/><br/>In this episode we discuss how Trustlines works from the smallest unit of mutual credit to an entire decentralized network of economic actors using mutual credit, why the Left should care about such an alternative monetary system, and the circumstances in which you may want to consider using this type of system yourself. If you have a community that would be interested in using decentralized mutual credit, reach out to Aleeza on Twitter and she&apos;ll help set you up!<br/><br/><b>Learn more about Trustlines<br/></b><a href='https://trustlines.foundation/trustlines-101.html'>Trustlines 101</a><br/><a href='https://trustlines.app/#/'>Trustlines App</a><br/><a href='https://blog.trustlines.network/get-started-with-time-credits/'>Using Trustlines for time credits</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Are Public Goods Always “Good” and Will Personal Tokens Just Lead to Slavery ft. Annaliese Milano</itunes:title>
    <title>Are Public Goods Always “Good” and Will Personal Tokens Just Lead to Slavery ft. Annaliese Milano</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week I sat down with  PhD student at the London School of Economics under David Graeber and Laura Bear in Anthropology and occasional CoinDesk contributor, Annaliese Milano (@AnnalieseMilano).  In this episode we spoke about her current research interests in public goods, or what she prefers to call public things. Her research suggests that studying blockchains and cryptocurrencies as public things which extend political communities in time and space and through which people reimagi...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This week I sat down with  PhD student at the London School of Economics under David Graeber and Laura Bear in Anthropology and occasional CoinDesk contributor, Annaliese Milano (<a href='https://twitter.com/AnnalieseMilano'>@AnnalieseMilano</a>).<br/><br/>In this episode we spoke about her current research interests in public goods, or what she prefers to call public things. Her research suggests that studying blockchains and cryptocurrencies as public things which extend political communities in time and space and through which people reimagine various economic modes of collective being helps to reveal how the blockchain industry is creating fundamentally different forms of money and social relationships from what has been discussed in academia before. Examples of this including blockchain projects which create different monetary systems and even constitutions for governance on their platform.<br/><br/>We also discuss her other interest in personal tokens which aren&apos;t super popular yet but have definitely been growing in the blockchain space. One example of attempts at this include the NBA player Spencer Dinwiddie&apos;s <a href='https://coinchapter.com/nba-point-guard-spencer-dinwiddies-tokenized-contract-raises-1-3-million/'>attempt at tokenizing his contract</a> on the ethereum blockchain. We also talk about some of the weirder examples of using personal tokens people are trying, discuss some of the obvious contradictions of them, and wonder if this attempt at financialization of the self is akin to slavery.<br/><br/>Annaliese&apos;s &quot;public things&quot; approach is inspired by Honig, Bonnie. “Lecture One: Democracy’s Necessary Conditions.” In Public Things : Democracy in Disrepair, 13-36. Thinking out Loud, 2017.<br/><br/><b>Link to the Community Post: </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/comments/hqgv3o/community_post_the_link_between_blockchain_and/'>https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/comments/hqgv3o/community_post_the_link_between_blockchain_and/</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week I sat down with  PhD student at the London School of Economics under David Graeber and Laura Bear in Anthropology and occasional CoinDesk contributor, Annaliese Milano (<a href='https://twitter.com/AnnalieseMilano'>@AnnalieseMilano</a>).<br/><br/>In this episode we spoke about her current research interests in public goods, or what she prefers to call public things. Her research suggests that studying blockchains and cryptocurrencies as public things which extend political communities in time and space and through which people reimagine various economic modes of collective being helps to reveal how the blockchain industry is creating fundamentally different forms of money and social relationships from what has been discussed in academia before. Examples of this including blockchain projects which create different monetary systems and even constitutions for governance on their platform.<br/><br/>We also discuss her other interest in personal tokens which aren&apos;t super popular yet but have definitely been growing in the blockchain space. One example of attempts at this include the NBA player Spencer Dinwiddie&apos;s <a href='https://coinchapter.com/nba-point-guard-spencer-dinwiddies-tokenized-contract-raises-1-3-million/'>attempt at tokenizing his contract</a> on the ethereum blockchain. We also talk about some of the weirder examples of using personal tokens people are trying, discuss some of the obvious contradictions of them, and wonder if this attempt at financialization of the self is akin to slavery.<br/><br/>Annaliese&apos;s &quot;public things&quot; approach is inspired by Honig, Bonnie. “Lecture One: Democracy’s Necessary Conditions.” In Public Things : Democracy in Disrepair, 13-36. Thinking out Loud, 2017.<br/><br/><b>Link to the Community Post: </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/comments/hqgv3o/community_post_the_link_between_blockchain_and/'>https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/comments/hqgv3o/community_post_the_link_between_blockchain_and/</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I’ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I’ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Screw capitalism, start a cult, and burn your money ft. Jonathan Harris aka Money Burning Guy</itunes:title>
    <title>Screw capitalism, start a cult, and burn your money ft. Jonathan Harris aka Money Burning Guy</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[For this episode I spoke with Jonathan Harris (@jonone100) aka Money Burning Guy who was recently featured as a panelist at the Consensus: Distributed conference on their panel Soft Money hosted by Joon Ian Wong and Annaliese Milano and was joined by Brett Scott, who was last episode's guest. Jonathan is the author of The Money Burner's Manual, the ultimate guide to how and why you should burn your money in a ritual sacrifice.  In the episode we discuss and make sense of Jonathan's seemingly ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke with Jonathan Harris (<a href='https://twitter.com/jonone100'>@jonone100</a>) aka Money Burning Guy who was recently featured as a panelist at the <em>Consensus: Distributed</em> conference on their panel <em>Soft Money </em>hosted by Joon Ian Wong and Annaliese Milano and was joined by Brett Scott, who was last episode&apos;s guest. Jonathan is the author of <a href='https://ironmanrecords.net/product/the-money-burners-manual-a-guide-to-ritual-sacrifice-by-jonathan-harris-2nd-editionpaperback/'>The Money Burner&apos;s Manual</a>, the ultimate guide to how and why you should burn your money in a ritual sacrifice.<br/><br/>In the episode we discuss and make sense of Jonathan&apos;s seemingly strange ideas around money and the importance of burning it whether it be in the form of cash, cryptocurrency, or central bank digital currency (CBDC). We also talk about the Church of Burn, the cult that burns money as a sacrificial ritual which when you think about it, isn&apos;t as weird as the religion of capitalism. At the end Jonathan then leads me through my own spiritual money burning ritual where I burn my own twenty pound note (BD27 774521). For the money burning at the end, there is a <a href='https://www.patreon.com/posts/39434298'>patreon exclusive video </a>where you can see the money burning ritual since on the podcast you can only listen to it.<br/><br/>If you want to learn more about burning your money, click <a href='https://www.burnyourmoney.org/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you haven&apos;t already, </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/comments/hqgv3o/community_post_the_link_between_blockchain_and/'><b>please write a response for the community post!</b></a><b> </b>We need more opinions to have a robust analysis of trends within the community. It doesn&apos;t matter if you think your thoughts aren&apos;t complete, in fact you can include that as part of your response because it&apos;s important to know what areas people want to learn more about. <br/><br/><b>More on Money Burning</b><br/><a href='https://churchofburn.org/'>Church of Burn</a><br/><a href='https://www.burningissue.net/'>Burning Issue magazine</a><br/><a href='https://jonone100.blogspot.com/'>Jonathan Harris&apos; Blog</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month so you can watch the patreon exclusive video of me burning my money</em></b><b>. At the moment I&apos;ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I&apos;ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For this episode I spoke with Jonathan Harris (<a href='https://twitter.com/jonone100'>@jonone100</a>) aka Money Burning Guy who was recently featured as a panelist at the <em>Consensus: Distributed</em> conference on their panel <em>Soft Money </em>hosted by Joon Ian Wong and Annaliese Milano and was joined by Brett Scott, who was last episode&apos;s guest. Jonathan is the author of <a href='https://ironmanrecords.net/product/the-money-burners-manual-a-guide-to-ritual-sacrifice-by-jonathan-harris-2nd-editionpaperback/'>The Money Burner&apos;s Manual</a>, the ultimate guide to how and why you should burn your money in a ritual sacrifice.<br/><br/>In the episode we discuss and make sense of Jonathan&apos;s seemingly strange ideas around money and the importance of burning it whether it be in the form of cash, cryptocurrency, or central bank digital currency (CBDC). We also talk about the Church of Burn, the cult that burns money as a sacrificial ritual which when you think about it, isn&apos;t as weird as the religion of capitalism. At the end Jonathan then leads me through my own spiritual money burning ritual where I burn my own twenty pound note (BD27 774521). For the money burning at the end, there is a <a href='https://www.patreon.com/posts/39434298'>patreon exclusive video </a>where you can see the money burning ritual since on the podcast you can only listen to it.<br/><br/>If you want to learn more about burning your money, click <a href='https://www.burnyourmoney.org/'>here</a>.<br/><br/><b>If you haven&apos;t already, </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/comments/hqgv3o/community_post_the_link_between_blockchain_and/'><b>please write a response for the community post!</b></a><b> </b>We need more opinions to have a robust analysis of trends within the community. It doesn&apos;t matter if you think your thoughts aren&apos;t complete, in fact you can include that as part of your response because it&apos;s important to know what areas people want to learn more about. <br/><br/><b>More on Money Burning</b><br/><a href='https://churchofburn.org/'>Church of Burn</a><br/><a href='https://www.burningissue.net/'>Burning Issue magazine</a><br/><a href='https://jonone100.blogspot.com/'>Jonathan Harris&apos; Blog</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month so you can watch the patreon exclusive video of me burning my money</em></b><b>. At the moment I&apos;ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I&apos;ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>The War on Cash and The Coercive Nature of Money ft. Brett Scott</itunes:title>
    <title>The War on Cash and The Coercive Nature of Money ft. Brett Scott</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week I spoke to financial activist and author of The Heretic's Guide to Global Finance Hacking the Future of Finance Brett Scott (@Suitpossum). His last book was written in response to the Occupy Wall Street protests and is a guide to the world of high finance and the emergent forms of alternative finance, alternative currencies and economic activism that are challenging it in response to the financial crisis. He has a new book forthcoming in 2021.  In this interview we speak about his i...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke to financial activist and author of <a href='https://www.plutobooks.com/9780745333502/the-heretics-guide-to-global-finance/'>The Heretic&apos;s Guide to Global Finance Hacking the Future of Finance</a> Brett Scott (<a href='https://twitter.com/Suitpossum'>@Suitpossum</a>). His last book was written in response to the Occupy Wall Street protests and is a guide to the world of high finance and the emergent forms of alternative finance, alternative currencies and economic activism that are challenging it in response to the financial crisis. He has a new book forthcoming in 2021.<br/><br/>In this interview we speak about his ideas around the &quot;War on Cash&quot; and how the transition to relying on digital bank infrastructure to pay for things as opposed to cash, while largely described as an organic evolution towards a &quot;cashless society&quot; by mainstream media, actually has been a deliberate push by banks for efficiency gains and is an attempt to privatize the money system or what Brett calls a &quot;bankful society.&quot; We go on to talk about where cryptocurrencies fit in this framework, how the Left should embrace going into spaces where they traditionally aren&apos;t (like finance and crypto), and how money systems come into existence largely through power hierarchies as opposed to the value of the commodity underpinning it which is a common thought ironically in both cryptocurrency and Marxist spaces. Brett also gives us a sneak peek into what his book coming out next year is about.  <br/><br/><b>More on Brett</b><br/><a href='https://alteredstatesof.money/'>Altered States of Monetary Consciousness</a><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi3uKtaOfW8MV7mIz6gFXUw/featured'>YouTube Channel</a><br/><a href='https://twitter.com/Suitpossum'>Twitter Profile</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I&apos;ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I&apos;ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke to financial activist and author of <a href='https://www.plutobooks.com/9780745333502/the-heretics-guide-to-global-finance/'>The Heretic&apos;s Guide to Global Finance Hacking the Future of Finance</a> Brett Scott (<a href='https://twitter.com/Suitpossum'>@Suitpossum</a>). His last book was written in response to the Occupy Wall Street protests and is a guide to the world of high finance and the emergent forms of alternative finance, alternative currencies and economic activism that are challenging it in response to the financial crisis. He has a new book forthcoming in 2021.<br/><br/>In this interview we speak about his ideas around the &quot;War on Cash&quot; and how the transition to relying on digital bank infrastructure to pay for things as opposed to cash, while largely described as an organic evolution towards a &quot;cashless society&quot; by mainstream media, actually has been a deliberate push by banks for efficiency gains and is an attempt to privatize the money system or what Brett calls a &quot;bankful society.&quot; We go on to talk about where cryptocurrencies fit in this framework, how the Left should embrace going into spaces where they traditionally aren&apos;t (like finance and crypto), and how money systems come into existence largely through power hierarchies as opposed to the value of the commodity underpinning it which is a common thought ironically in both cryptocurrency and Marxist spaces. Brett also gives us a sneak peek into what his book coming out next year is about.  <br/><br/><b>More on Brett</b><br/><a href='https://alteredstatesof.money/'>Altered States of Monetary Consciousness</a><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi3uKtaOfW8MV7mIz6gFXUw/featured'>YouTube Channel</a><br/><a href='https://twitter.com/Suitpossum'>Twitter Profile</a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I&apos;ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I&apos;ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2020 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>What Erik Voorhees and Other Crypto-Libertarians Get Wrong</itunes:title>
    <title>What Erik Voorhees and Other Crypto-Libertarians Get Wrong</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week I decided to do something a little bit different and go solo. For this episode I wanted to analyze the mindset and beliefs in a lot of the mainstream cryptocurrency discourse. In order to do that I wanted to use someone who is a popular figure and thought leader in the space, Erik Voorhees. Erik is the CEO of ShapeShift, an pseudo-anonymous cryptocurrency exchange turned definitely-not-anonymous cryptocurrency exchange in order to comply to new regulations. Before that he also start...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This week I decided to do something a little bit different and go solo. For this episode I wanted to analyze the mindset and beliefs in a lot of the mainstream cryptocurrency discourse. In order to do that I wanted to use someone who is a popular figure and thought leader in the space, Erik Voorhees. Erik is the CEO of ShapeShift, an pseudo-anonymous cryptocurrency exchange turned definitely-not-anonymous cryptocurrency exchange in order to comply to new regulations. Before that he also started several bitcoin-ventures including bitcoin gambling site Satoshi Dice and was known for being one of the first people to go &quot;full-crypto&quot;.<br/><br/>What probably won&apos;t be surprising is that Erik is also very openly libertarian, of the pro-capitalist variety and a lot of people in Crypto World like to listen Erik&apos;s opinions. Erik was recently in an interview for Consensus, hosted by Coindesk, one of the biggest online publications for cryptocurrency news, about the Future of Wealth and I think it provided a great window to understand the libertarian mindset a little more. Therefore I thought he would be a good case study for understanding the mind of the average crypto-libertarian. <br/><br/>Keep in mind that this isn&apos;t the belief of everyone, but it is for a prominent segment of the mainstream. It&apos;s important that we understand where they come from in order to create an alternative.<br/><br/><b>Sources Used</b><br/><a href='https://classic.shapeshift.com/#/coins '>ShapeShift site</a><br/><a href='https://medium.com/shapeshift-stories/9-best-books-for-crypto-beginners-2d102d73c7e '>Totally not apolitical cryptocurrency book recommendations for noobies from ShapeShift</a><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p893SkU-9J0 '>Down the Rabbit Hole Trailer</a><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y0UhEjkEgio '>Down the Rabbit Hole Interview with Erik</a><br/><a href='https://www.coindesk.com/videos/coindesk-tv-consensus-distributed/erik-voorhees-joins-the-crew-at-plan-b-to-talk-about-the-future-of-weath?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=&amp;clid= '>Consensus Interview with Erik </a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I&apos;ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I&apos;ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week I decided to do something a little bit different and go solo. For this episode I wanted to analyze the mindset and beliefs in a lot of the mainstream cryptocurrency discourse. In order to do that I wanted to use someone who is a popular figure and thought leader in the space, Erik Voorhees. Erik is the CEO of ShapeShift, an pseudo-anonymous cryptocurrency exchange turned definitely-not-anonymous cryptocurrency exchange in order to comply to new regulations. Before that he also started several bitcoin-ventures including bitcoin gambling site Satoshi Dice and was known for being one of the first people to go &quot;full-crypto&quot;.<br/><br/>What probably won&apos;t be surprising is that Erik is also very openly libertarian, of the pro-capitalist variety and a lot of people in Crypto World like to listen Erik&apos;s opinions. Erik was recently in an interview for Consensus, hosted by Coindesk, one of the biggest online publications for cryptocurrency news, about the Future of Wealth and I think it provided a great window to understand the libertarian mindset a little more. Therefore I thought he would be a good case study for understanding the mind of the average crypto-libertarian. <br/><br/>Keep in mind that this isn&apos;t the belief of everyone, but it is for a prominent segment of the mainstream. It&apos;s important that we understand where they come from in order to create an alternative.<br/><br/><b>Sources Used</b><br/><a href='https://classic.shapeshift.com/#/coins '>ShapeShift site</a><br/><a href='https://medium.com/shapeshift-stories/9-best-books-for-crypto-beginners-2d102d73c7e '>Totally not apolitical cryptocurrency book recommendations for noobies from ShapeShift</a><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p893SkU-9J0 '>Down the Rabbit Hole Trailer</a><br/><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y0UhEjkEgio '>Down the Rabbit Hole Interview with Erik</a><br/><a href='https://www.coindesk.com/videos/coindesk-tv-consensus-distributed/erik-voorhees-joins-the-crew-at-plan-b-to-talk-about-the-future-of-weath?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=&amp;clid= '>Consensus Interview with Erik </a><br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I&apos;ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I&apos;ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Musicians of the World Unite and Decolonize the Music Industry feat. Rich Jensen from Resonate</itunes:title>
    <title>Musicians of the World Unite and Decolonize the Music Industry feat. Rich Jensen from Resonate</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week I spoke with Rich Jensen (@richjensen), Co-op Executive of Resonate (@ResonateCoop). Resonate is a cooperatively owned music streaming platform aiming to give more power to artists rather than corporate record labels and VC-funded tech companies.On average their model gives a larger payout to artists as compared to other music streaming platforms like Spotify. Rich has had a long career in the music industry of starting ventures and has a passion for decolonization.  During the inte...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke with Rich Jensen (<a href='https://twitter.com/richjensen'>@richjensen</a>), Co-op Executive of Resonate (<a href='https://twitter.com/ResonateCoop'>@ResonateCoop</a>). <a href='https://resonate.is/'>Resonate</a> is a cooperatively owned music streaming platform aiming to give more power to artists rather than corporate record labels and VC-funded tech companies.On average their model gives a larger payout to artists as compared to other music streaming platforms like Spotify. Rich has had a long career in the music industry of starting ventures and has a passion for decolonization.<br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about the recent history of music culture creation, it&apos;s commodification, and how the music industry was affected by P2P platforms like Napster. We discuss how blockchain could be used to help in making sure artists receive the value of their work rather than being exploited by companies or otherwise. We then connect how this model could be used to help in efforts to decolonize the oppressed including indigenous and black communities. Since Rich is based in Seattle, we also talked about his recent experience in the Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone (#CHAZ) and the legacy of Kurt Cobain.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I&apos;ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I&apos;ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke with Rich Jensen (<a href='https://twitter.com/richjensen'>@richjensen</a>), Co-op Executive of Resonate (<a href='https://twitter.com/ResonateCoop'>@ResonateCoop</a>). <a href='https://resonate.is/'>Resonate</a> is a cooperatively owned music streaming platform aiming to give more power to artists rather than corporate record labels and VC-funded tech companies.On average their model gives a larger payout to artists as compared to other music streaming platforms like Spotify. Rich has had a long career in the music industry of starting ventures and has a passion for decolonization.<br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about the recent history of music culture creation, it&apos;s commodification, and how the music industry was affected by P2P platforms like Napster. We discuss how blockchain could be used to help in making sure artists receive the value of their work rather than being exploited by companies or otherwise. We then connect how this model could be used to help in efforts to decolonize the oppressed including indigenous and black communities. Since Rich is based in Seattle, we also talked about his recent experience in the Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone (#CHAZ) and the legacy of Kurt Cobain.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b> starting at just </b><b><em>$3 per month</em></b><b>. At the moment I&apos;ve spent more on this 9-month old project than I&apos;ve ever made so any amount helps. Also, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>From Feudalism to Capitalism to (Hopefully) Beyond feat. Dr. Joel Garrod (Part 2)</itunes:title>
    <title>From Feudalism to Capitalism to (Hopefully) Beyond feat. Dr. Joel Garrod (Part 2)</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This is Part 2 of my interview with Dr. Joel Z Garrod, a sociologist based in Canada and author of a recently published article, “On the property of blockchains: comments on an emerging literature.” The paper focuses on blockchain and property relations in connection to global property relations and the evolution of capitalism.  For this part of the interview we speak about our thoughts on a recent DeFi Summit seminar on Human Rights (unsurprisingly, they use a very limited liberal conce...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This is Part 2 of my interview with Dr. Joel Z Garrod, a sociologist based in Canada and author of a recently published article, “On the property of blockchains: comments on an emerging literature.” The paper focuses on blockchain and property relations in connection to global property relations and the evolution of capitalism. </p><p>For this part of the interview we speak about our thoughts on a recent <a href='https://www.crowdcast.io/e/defi-discussions/2'>DeFi Summit seminar on Human Rights</a> (unsurprisingly, they use a very limited liberal conception of human rights), the evolution of property during the transition from Feudalism to Capitalism, and what lessons we can take from that for building something else. </p><p>In the last interview we spoke about utopian capitalism, whether blockchain is a neoliberal project, and the history of contracts. The interview itself went pretty long so I’ve split it into two parts. It&apos;s not necessary to listen to the first part if you&apos;ve found this part first but you can find Part 1 <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/property-relations-on-the-blockchain-feat-dr-joel-garrod-part-1/'>here</a>.</p><p>If you’d like to get a copy of the article you join the Crypto Leftists Discord group <a href='https://discord.gg/Hs78cVM'>here </a>where I posted a copy of the article since online it’s under a paywall.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b>. I will never have ads to keep independence. If you want to receive irregular updates, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and / or join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This is Part 2 of my interview with Dr. Joel Z Garrod, a sociologist based in Canada and author of a recently published article, “On the property of blockchains: comments on an emerging literature.” The paper focuses on blockchain and property relations in connection to global property relations and the evolution of capitalism. </p><p>For this part of the interview we speak about our thoughts on a recent <a href='https://www.crowdcast.io/e/defi-discussions/2'>DeFi Summit seminar on Human Rights</a> (unsurprisingly, they use a very limited liberal conception of human rights), the evolution of property during the transition from Feudalism to Capitalism, and what lessons we can take from that for building something else. </p><p>In the last interview we spoke about utopian capitalism, whether blockchain is a neoliberal project, and the history of contracts. The interview itself went pretty long so I’ve split it into two parts. It&apos;s not necessary to listen to the first part if you&apos;ve found this part first but you can find Part 1 <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/property-relations-on-the-blockchain-feat-dr-joel-garrod-part-1/'>here</a>.</p><p>If you’d like to get a copy of the article you join the Crypto Leftists Discord group <a href='https://discord.gg/Hs78cVM'>here </a>where I posted a copy of the article since online it’s under a paywall.</p><p><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b>. I will never have ads to keep independence. If you want to receive irregular updates, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and / or join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Property Relation on the Blockchain feat. Dr. Joel Garrod (Part 1)</itunes:title>
    <title>Property Relation on the Blockchain feat. Dr. Joel Garrod (Part 1)</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week I sat with Dr. Joel Z Garrod, a sociologist based in Canada and author of a recently published article, "On the property of blockchains: comments on an emerging literature." The paper focuses on blockchain and property relations in connection to global property relations and the evolution of capitalism.   I really enjoyed the article because it really succinctly brings up the point that most current analyses of blockchain don't go deep enough and don’t seem to ask the right que...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This week I sat with Dr. Joel Z Garrod, a sociologist based in Canada and author of a recently published article, &quot;On the property of blockchains: comments on an emerging literature.&quot; The paper focuses on blockchain and property relations in connection to global property relations and the evolution of capitalism. <br/><br/>I really enjoyed the article because it really succinctly brings up the point that most current analyses of blockchain don&apos;t go deep enough and don’t seem to ask the right questions because they focus too much on what &quot;could be&quot; and not what is currently happening in the space. This leads to a lot of wrong conclusions, particularly from people who I’d probably agree with for the most part on other things. In his paper, Dr. Garrod takes a more materialistic approach when analyzing blockchain and it&apos;s potential to either be co-opted by neoliberalism or create something completely different.<br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about utopian capitalism, whether blockchain is a neoliberal project, and the history of contracts. The interview itself went pretty long so I&apos;ve split it into two parts. You can expect part two to be published next week. </p><p>If you&apos;d like to get a copy of the article you join the Crypto Leftists Discord group <a href='https://discord.gg/Hs78cVM'>here </a>where I posted a copy of the article since online it&apos;s under a paywall.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b>. I will never have ads to keep independence. If you want to receive irregular updates, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and / or join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week I sat with Dr. Joel Z Garrod, a sociologist based in Canada and author of a recently published article, &quot;On the property of blockchains: comments on an emerging literature.&quot; The paper focuses on blockchain and property relations in connection to global property relations and the evolution of capitalism. <br/><br/>I really enjoyed the article because it really succinctly brings up the point that most current analyses of blockchain don&apos;t go deep enough and don’t seem to ask the right questions because they focus too much on what &quot;could be&quot; and not what is currently happening in the space. This leads to a lot of wrong conclusions, particularly from people who I’d probably agree with for the most part on other things. In his paper, Dr. Garrod takes a more materialistic approach when analyzing blockchain and it&apos;s potential to either be co-opted by neoliberalism or create something completely different.<br/><br/>During the interview we spoke about utopian capitalism, whether blockchain is a neoliberal project, and the history of contracts. The interview itself went pretty long so I&apos;ve split it into two parts. You can expect part two to be published next week. </p><p>If you&apos;d like to get a copy of the article you join the Crypto Leftists Discord group <a href='https://discord.gg/Hs78cVM'>here </a>where I posted a copy of the article since online it&apos;s under a paywall.<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b>. I will never have ads to keep independence. If you want to receive irregular updates, sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and / or join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Own the Value of your Labor with DAOs feat. Daniel Kronovet from Colony</itunes:title>
    <title>Own the Value of your Labor with DAOs feat. Daniel Kronovet from Colony</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week I interviewed Daniel Kronovet (@kronosapiens) at Colony, “An Operating System for Organizations”. The Colony Network is a suite of smart contracts, running on Ethereum. It provides a general purpose framework for the essential functions organizations require, such as ownership, structure, authority, and financial management. Along the way, we talk about organizations and society as systems of information processing, the relationships of models to reality, and some classic (and moder...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This week I interviewed Daniel Kronovet (<a href='https://twitter.com/kronosapiens'>@kronosapiens</a>) at Colony, “An Operating System for Organizations”. The Colony Network is a suite of smart contracts, running on Ethereum. It provides a general purpose framework for the essential functions organizations require, such as ownership, structure, authority, and financial management. Along the way, we talk about organizations and society as systems of information processing, the relationships of models to reality, and some classic (and modern) political economic thought.</p><p>Colony Discord -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdiscord.gg%2FerRD8gb&amp;token=3e324c-1-1587913147015'>discord.gg/erRD8gb</a></p><p><b>Sign up for the Blockchain 101 for Socialists Live Session (May 2nd)</b></p><p>More Information -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.reddit.com%2Fr%2Fcryptoleftists%2Fcomments%2Fg6sgsi%2Fblockchain_101_for_socialists_online_live_session%2F&amp;token=189a50-1-1587913147014'>www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/…ine_live_session/</a></p><p>Newsletter: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftheblockchainsocialist.com%2Fsign-up-for-the-newsletter%2F&amp;token=1d85c0-1-1587308214311'>theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for…newsletter/</a></p><p>Eventbrite: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fblockchain-101-for-socialists-tickets-103027451882%3Futm_source%3Deventbrite%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_campaign%3Dpost_publish%26utm_content%3DEBLinkEvent%26utm_term%3DfullLink&amp;token=125ab7-1-1587308214311'>www.eventbrite.com/e/blockchain-10…m_term=fullLink</a></p><p>Crypto Leftists Discord: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdiscord.gg%2FHs78cVM&amp;token=7a01f7-1-1587308214311'>discord.gg/Hs78cVM</a><br/><br/><b>Mentioned Articles in the Episode</b></p><p>AI is an Ideology (Jaron Lanier and Glen Weyl) -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wired.com%2Fstory%2Fopinion-ai-is-an-ideology-not-a-technology%2F&amp;token=d6f848-1-1587913147015'>www.wired.com/story/opinion-ai-i…-not-a-technology/</a></p><p>Designing Freedom (Stafford Beer) -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmonoskop.org%2Fimages%2Fe%2Fe3%2FBeer_Stafford_Designing_Freedom.pdf&amp;token=d1458e-1-1587913147015'>monoskop.org/images/e/e3/Beer_S…igning_Freedom.pdf</a></p><p>The Use of Knowledge in Society (Friedrich Hayek)  -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.econlib.org%2Flibrary%2FEssays%2FhykKnw.html&amp;token=411612-1-1587913147015'>www.econlib.org/library/Essays/hykKnw.html</a></p><p>Reputation Systems: Promise and Peril (Daniel Kronovet) -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fkronosapiens.github.io%2Fblog%2F2018%2F06%2F29%2Freputation-promise-peril.html&amp;token=671385-1-1587913147015'>kronosapiens.github.io/blog/2018/06/…se-peril.html</a></p><p>The Great Transformation (Karl Polanyi) -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.wikipedia.org%2Fwiki%2FThe_Great_Transformation_(book&amp;token=b55510-1-1587913147015'>en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Great_T…sformation_(book</a>)<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b>. I will never have ads to keep independence. Also, please sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week I interviewed Daniel Kronovet (<a href='https://twitter.com/kronosapiens'>@kronosapiens</a>) at Colony, “An Operating System for Organizations”. The Colony Network is a suite of smart contracts, running on Ethereum. It provides a general purpose framework for the essential functions organizations require, such as ownership, structure, authority, and financial management. Along the way, we talk about organizations and society as systems of information processing, the relationships of models to reality, and some classic (and modern) political economic thought.</p><p>Colony Discord -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdiscord.gg%2FerRD8gb&amp;token=3e324c-1-1587913147015'>discord.gg/erRD8gb</a></p><p><b>Sign up for the Blockchain 101 for Socialists Live Session (May 2nd)</b></p><p>More Information -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.reddit.com%2Fr%2Fcryptoleftists%2Fcomments%2Fg6sgsi%2Fblockchain_101_for_socialists_online_live_session%2F&amp;token=189a50-1-1587913147014'>www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/…ine_live_session/</a></p><p>Newsletter: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftheblockchainsocialist.com%2Fsign-up-for-the-newsletter%2F&amp;token=1d85c0-1-1587308214311'>theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for…newsletter/</a></p><p>Eventbrite: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fblockchain-101-for-socialists-tickets-103027451882%3Futm_source%3Deventbrite%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_campaign%3Dpost_publish%26utm_content%3DEBLinkEvent%26utm_term%3DfullLink&amp;token=125ab7-1-1587308214311'>www.eventbrite.com/e/blockchain-10…m_term=fullLink</a></p><p>Crypto Leftists Discord: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdiscord.gg%2FHs78cVM&amp;token=7a01f7-1-1587308214311'>discord.gg/Hs78cVM</a><br/><br/><b>Mentioned Articles in the Episode</b></p><p>AI is an Ideology (Jaron Lanier and Glen Weyl) -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wired.com%2Fstory%2Fopinion-ai-is-an-ideology-not-a-technology%2F&amp;token=d6f848-1-1587913147015'>www.wired.com/story/opinion-ai-i…-not-a-technology/</a></p><p>Designing Freedom (Stafford Beer) -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmonoskop.org%2Fimages%2Fe%2Fe3%2FBeer_Stafford_Designing_Freedom.pdf&amp;token=d1458e-1-1587913147015'>monoskop.org/images/e/e3/Beer_S…igning_Freedom.pdf</a></p><p>The Use of Knowledge in Society (Friedrich Hayek)  -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.econlib.org%2Flibrary%2FEssays%2FhykKnw.html&amp;token=411612-1-1587913147015'>www.econlib.org/library/Essays/hykKnw.html</a></p><p>Reputation Systems: Promise and Peril (Daniel Kronovet) -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fkronosapiens.github.io%2Fblog%2F2018%2F06%2F29%2Freputation-promise-peril.html&amp;token=671385-1-1587913147015'>kronosapiens.github.io/blog/2018/06/…se-peril.html</a></p><p>The Great Transformation (Karl Polanyi) -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.wikipedia.org%2Fwiki%2FThe_Great_Transformation_(book&amp;token=b55510-1-1587913147015'>en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Great_T…sformation_(book</a>)<br/><br/><b>If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you want to see more content like this, please consider donating to my </b><a href='https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist'><b>Patreon</b></a><b>. I will never have ads to keep independence. Also, please sign up for the </b><a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for-the-newsletter/'><b>Newsletter</b></a><b>, follow me on Twitter (</b><a href='https://twitter.com/TBSocialist'><b>@TBSocialist</b></a><b>), and join the </b><a href='https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/'><b>r/CryptoLeftists</b></a><b> subreddit to continue the discussion and give your thoughts.</b></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <title>Why the Left Should Care About Identity and Quadratic Voting feat. Paula Berman from Democracy Earth</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week I spoke with Paula Berman (@_paulaberman), researcher at the Democracy Earth Foundation (@DemocracyEarth) which is a tech non-profit that aims to create platforms for decentralized and incorruptible online governance. Their projects have largely been based on Ethereum. In the interview we discuss the identity problem for decentralized platforms like blockchain, the advantages of quadratic voting as opposed to current systems, and why the Left should care about all these things. Sign...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke with Paula Berman (<a href='https://twitter.com/_paulaberman'>@_paulaberman</a>), researcher at the <a href='https://democracy.earth/'>Democracy Earth Foundation</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/democracyearth'>@DemocracyEarth</a>) which is a tech non-profit that aims to create platforms for decentralized and incorruptible online governance. Their projects have largely been based on Ethereum.</p><p>In the interview we discuss the identity problem for decentralized platforms like blockchain, the advantages of quadratic voting as opposed to current systems, and why the Left should care about all these things.</p><p><b>Sign up for the Blockchain 101 for Socialists Live Session</b></p><p>Eventbrite: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fblockchain-101-for-socialists-tickets-103027451882%3Futm_source%3Deventbrite%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_campaign%3Dpost_publish%26utm_content%3DEBLinkEvent%26utm_term%3DfullLink&amp;token=125ab7-1-1587308214311'>www.eventbrite.com/e/blockchain-10…m_term=fullLink</a><br/><br/>Newsletter: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftheblockchainsocialist.com%2Fsign-up-for-the-newsletter%2F&amp;token=1d85c0-1-1587308214311'>theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for…newsletter/</a></p><p>Discord: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdiscord.gg%2FHs78cVM&amp;token=7a01f7-1-1587308214311'>discord.gg/Hs78cVM</a></p><p><b>Want to stay in touch?</b></p><p>Check the site -&gt; <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/'>theblockchainsocialist.com/</a></p><p>Join the community -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.reddit.com%2Fr%2Fcryptoleftists%2F&amp;token=5db2f3-1-1587308214312'>www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/</a></p><p>Contribute to the project -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.patreon.com%2Ftheblockchainsocialist&amp;token=4228c8-1-1587308214312'>www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist</a></p><p><b>Other Platforms:</b></p><p>Spotify: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fshow%2F3geORcile9E%E2%80%A6hURsSBlErXnihh9A&amp;token=21674b-1-1587308214311'>open.spotify.com/show/3geORcile9E…hURsSBlErXnihh9A</a></p><p>iTunes: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fpodcasts.apple.com%2Fus%2Fpodcast%2Fthe-%E2%80%A6st%2Fid1501607045&amp;token=e627f4-1-1587308214312'>podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-…st/id1501607045</a></p><p>Soundcloud: @<a href='https://soundcloud.com/theblockchainsocialist'>theblockchainsocialist</a></p><p>Stitcher: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.stitcher.com%2Fpodcast%2Fthe-blockchain-socialist&amp;token=31f700-1-1587308214312'>www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist</a></p><p>Podcast Addict: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fpodplayer.net%2F%3FpodId%3D2598359&amp;token=a5332a-1-1587308214312'>podplayer.net/?podId=2598359</a></p><p>Deezer: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.deezer.com%2Fus%2Fshow%2F961422&amp;token=325b1-1-1587308214312'>www.deezer.com/us/show/961422</a></p><p>Podchaser: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podchaser.com%2Fpodcasts%2Fthe-blo%E2%80%A6ocialist-1034109&amp;token=21f903-1-1587308214312'>www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-blo…ocialist-1034109</a></p><p>iHeart Radio: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.iheart.com%2Fpodcast%2F269-the-b%E2%80%A6cialist-59432216%2F&amp;token=7877ca-1-1587308214312'>www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-b…cialist-59432216/</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke with Paula Berman (<a href='https://twitter.com/_paulaberman'>@_paulaberman</a>), researcher at the <a href='https://democracy.earth/'>Democracy Earth Foundation</a> (<a href='https://twitter.com/democracyearth'>@DemocracyEarth</a>) which is a tech non-profit that aims to create platforms for decentralized and incorruptible online governance. Their projects have largely been based on Ethereum.</p><p>In the interview we discuss the identity problem for decentralized platforms like blockchain, the advantages of quadratic voting as opposed to current systems, and why the Left should care about all these things.</p><p><b>Sign up for the Blockchain 101 for Socialists Live Session</b></p><p>Eventbrite: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fblockchain-101-for-socialists-tickets-103027451882%3Futm_source%3Deventbrite%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_campaign%3Dpost_publish%26utm_content%3DEBLinkEvent%26utm_term%3DfullLink&amp;token=125ab7-1-1587308214311'>www.eventbrite.com/e/blockchain-10…m_term=fullLink</a><br/><br/>Newsletter: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftheblockchainsocialist.com%2Fsign-up-for-the-newsletter%2F&amp;token=1d85c0-1-1587308214311'>theblockchainsocialist.com/sign-up-for…newsletter/</a></p><p>Discord: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdiscord.gg%2FHs78cVM&amp;token=7a01f7-1-1587308214311'>discord.gg/Hs78cVM</a></p><p><b>Want to stay in touch?</b></p><p>Check the site -&gt; <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/'>theblockchainsocialist.com/</a></p><p>Join the community -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.reddit.com%2Fr%2Fcryptoleftists%2F&amp;token=5db2f3-1-1587308214312'>www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/</a></p><p>Contribute to the project -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.patreon.com%2Ftheblockchainsocialist&amp;token=4228c8-1-1587308214312'>www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist</a></p><p><b>Other Platforms:</b></p><p>Spotify: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fshow%2F3geORcile9E%E2%80%A6hURsSBlErXnihh9A&amp;token=21674b-1-1587308214311'>open.spotify.com/show/3geORcile9E…hURsSBlErXnihh9A</a></p><p>iTunes: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fpodcasts.apple.com%2Fus%2Fpodcast%2Fthe-%E2%80%A6st%2Fid1501607045&amp;token=e627f4-1-1587308214312'>podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-…st/id1501607045</a></p><p>Soundcloud: @<a href='https://soundcloud.com/theblockchainsocialist'>theblockchainsocialist</a></p><p>Stitcher: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.stitcher.com%2Fpodcast%2Fthe-blockchain-socialist&amp;token=31f700-1-1587308214312'>www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist</a></p><p>Podcast Addict: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fpodplayer.net%2F%3FpodId%3D2598359&amp;token=a5332a-1-1587308214312'>podplayer.net/?podId=2598359</a></p><p>Deezer: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.deezer.com%2Fus%2Fshow%2F961422&amp;token=325b1-1-1587308214312'>www.deezer.com/us/show/961422</a></p><p>Podchaser: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podchaser.com%2Fpodcasts%2Fthe-blo%E2%80%A6ocialist-1034109&amp;token=21f903-1-1587308214312'>www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-blo…ocialist-1034109</a></p><p>iHeart Radio: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.iheart.com%2Fpodcast%2F269-the-b%E2%80%A6cialist-59432216%2F&amp;token=7877ca-1-1587308214312'>www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-b…cialist-59432216/</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:author>The Blockchain Socialist</itunes:author>
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    <itunes:title>Fighting Uber with blockchain cooperatives feat. Dardan Isufi from Eva Coop</itunes:title>
    <title>Fighting Uber with blockchain cooperatives feat. Dardan Isufi from Eva Coop</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week I spoke with Dardan Isufi (@DardanIsufi), COO of the Eva Coop (@Eva_coop) which is a cooperative ride-sharing application based on blockchain started in Montreal and expanding to other cities. We discuss taking on Uber while trying to build a democratic and non-exploitative alternative like Eva.  Want to stay in touch? Check the site -&gt; theblockchainsocialist.com  Join the community -&gt; www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/ Contribute to the project -&gt; www.patreon.com/theblo...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke with Dardan Isufi (@<a href='https://twitter.com/DardanIsufi'>DardanIsufi</a>), COO of the <a href='https://eva.coop/'>Eva Coop</a> (@<a href='https://twitter.com/Eva_coop'>Eva_coop</a>) which is a cooperative ride-sharing application based on blockchain started in Montreal and expanding to other cities. We discuss taking on Uber while trying to build a democratic and non-exploitative alternative like Eva.<br/><br/><b>Want to stay in touch?</b></p><p><b>Check the site -&gt;</b> <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/'>theblockchainsocialist.com </a></p><p><b>Join the community -&gt;</b> <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.reddit.com%2Fr%2Fcryptoleftists%2F&amp;token=8005a6-1-1586089458769'>www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/</a></p><p><b>Contribute to the project -&gt;</b> <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.patreon.com%2Ftheblockchainsocialist&amp;token=744df3-1-1586089458769'>www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist</a></p><p><b>You can also find the podcast and future episodes on the major podcast platforms below.</b></p><p>Spotify: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fshow%2F3geORcile9E1EyPyFiAHhM%3Fsi%3Dx7fjsFhURsSBlErXnihh9A&amp;token=8adfb7-1-1586089458768'>open.spotify.com/show/3geORcile9E…hURsSBlErXnihh9A</a></p><p>iTunes: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpodcasts.apple.com%2Fus%2Fpodcast%2Fthe-blockchain-socialist%2Fid1501607045&amp;token=2f23f8-1-1586089458768'>podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-…st/id1501607045</a></p><p>Soundcloud: @<a href='https://soundcloud.com/theblockchainsocialist'>theblockchainsocialist</a></p><p>Stitcher: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stitcher.com%2Fpodcast%2Fthe-blockchain-socialist&amp;token=4132bf-1-1586089458768'>www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist</a></p><p>Podcast Addict: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpodplayer.net%2F%3FpodId%3D2598359&amp;token=94f6f9-1-1586089458768'>podplayer.net/?podId=2598359</a></p><p>Deezer: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.deezer.com%2Fus%2Fshow%2F961422&amp;token=ff16a4-1-1586089458769'>www.deezer.com/us/show/961422</a></p><p>Podchaser: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.podchaser.com%2Fpodcasts%2Fthe-blockchain-socialist-1034109&amp;token=53a69a-1-1586089458769'>www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-blo…ocialist-1034109</a></p><p>iHeart Radio: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.iheart.com%2Fpodcast%2F269-the-blockchain-socialist-59432216%2F&amp;token=c27b2f-1-1586089458769'>www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-b…cialist-59432216/</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week I spoke with Dardan Isufi (@<a href='https://twitter.com/DardanIsufi'>DardanIsufi</a>), COO of the <a href='https://eva.coop/'>Eva Coop</a> (@<a href='https://twitter.com/Eva_coop'>Eva_coop</a>) which is a cooperative ride-sharing application based on blockchain started in Montreal and expanding to other cities. We discuss taking on Uber while trying to build a democratic and non-exploitative alternative like Eva.<br/><br/><b>Want to stay in touch?</b></p><p><b>Check the site -&gt;</b> <a href='https://theblockchainsocialist.com/'>theblockchainsocialist.com </a></p><p><b>Join the community -&gt;</b> <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.reddit.com%2Fr%2Fcryptoleftists%2F&amp;token=8005a6-1-1586089458769'>www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/</a></p><p><b>Contribute to the project -&gt;</b> <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.patreon.com%2Ftheblockchainsocialist&amp;token=744df3-1-1586089458769'>www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist</a></p><p><b>You can also find the podcast and future episodes on the major podcast platforms below.</b></p><p>Spotify: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fshow%2F3geORcile9E1EyPyFiAHhM%3Fsi%3Dx7fjsFhURsSBlErXnihh9A&amp;token=8adfb7-1-1586089458768'>open.spotify.com/show/3geORcile9E…hURsSBlErXnihh9A</a></p><p>iTunes: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpodcasts.apple.com%2Fus%2Fpodcast%2Fthe-blockchain-socialist%2Fid1501607045&amp;token=2f23f8-1-1586089458768'>podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-…st/id1501607045</a></p><p>Soundcloud: @<a href='https://soundcloud.com/theblockchainsocialist'>theblockchainsocialist</a></p><p>Stitcher: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stitcher.com%2Fpodcast%2Fthe-blockchain-socialist&amp;token=4132bf-1-1586089458768'>www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist</a></p><p>Podcast Addict: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpodplayer.net%2F%3FpodId%3D2598359&amp;token=94f6f9-1-1586089458768'>podplayer.net/?podId=2598359</a></p><p>Deezer: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.deezer.com%2Fus%2Fshow%2F961422&amp;token=ff16a4-1-1586089458769'>www.deezer.com/us/show/961422</a></p><p>Podchaser: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.podchaser.com%2Fpodcasts%2Fthe-blockchain-socialist-1034109&amp;token=53a69a-1-1586089458769'>www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-blo…ocialist-1034109</a></p><p>iHeart Radio: <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.iheart.com%2Fpodcast%2F269-the-blockchain-socialist-59432216%2F&amp;token=c27b2f-1-1586089458769'>www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-b…cialist-59432216/</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:author>The Blockchain Socialist</itunes:author>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2020 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Teaser: Interview with Ben Arc (@BTCSocialist) [Deleted Scenes]</itunes:title>
    <title>Teaser: Interview with Ben Arc (@BTCSocialist) [Deleted Scenes]</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[What I’ve done is taken some of the audio left over from the interview I did with Ben Arc or also  known as BTCSocialist on Twitter released a couple weeks ago and mashed it together since some of the good stuff wasn’t able to make into the interview. I hope you enjoy the extra content and if you want full access then consider becoming a patron on Patreon.  Some of the things we spoke about include: Secret lefties in the hacker communityFake right wing anarchistsPost-capitalist blockchai...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>What I’ve done is taken some of the audio left over from the interview I did with Ben Arc or also  known as BTCSocialist on Twitter released a couple weeks ago and mashed it together since some of the good stuff wasn’t able to make into the interview. I hope you enjoy the extra content and if you want full access then consider becoming a patron on Patreon.<br/><br/>Some of the things we spoke about include:</p><ul><li>Secret lefties in the hacker community</li><li>Fake right wing anarchists</li><li>Post-capitalist blockchain projects trying to reinvent the wheel when there&apos;s socialism</li><li>Right wing philosophers&apos; obsessions with eugenics and skull size</li></ul><p>Check the site -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftheblockchainsocialist.com%2F&amp;token=2c13d4-1-1584296432308'>theblockchainsocialist.com/</a></p><p>Join the community -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.reddit.com%2Fr%2Fcryptoleftists%2F&amp;token=abc88c-1-1584296432309'>www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/</a></p><p>Contribute to the project -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.patreon.com%2Ftheblockchainsocialist&amp;token=d70a21-1-1584296432309'>www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What I’ve done is taken some of the audio left over from the interview I did with Ben Arc or also  known as BTCSocialist on Twitter released a couple weeks ago and mashed it together since some of the good stuff wasn’t able to make into the interview. I hope you enjoy the extra content and if you want full access then consider becoming a patron on Patreon.<br/><br/>Some of the things we spoke about include:</p><ul><li>Secret lefties in the hacker community</li><li>Fake right wing anarchists</li><li>Post-capitalist blockchain projects trying to reinvent the wheel when there&apos;s socialism</li><li>Right wing philosophers&apos; obsessions with eugenics and skull size</li></ul><p>Check the site -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftheblockchainsocialist.com%2F&amp;token=2c13d4-1-1584296432308'>theblockchainsocialist.com/</a></p><p>Join the community -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.reddit.com%2Fr%2Fcryptoleftists%2F&amp;token=abc88c-1-1584296432309'>www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/</a></p><p>Contribute to the project -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.patreon.com%2Ftheblockchainsocialist&amp;token=d70a21-1-1584296432309'>www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[ A couple of weeks ago I had the opportunity to speak with Ben Arc (@BTCSocialist), one of the first openly leftist guy in bitcoin and significant contributor to the bitcoin FOSS space. In this episode we discuss what it was like for him to be one of the only people loudly represent the Left, and, his bitcoin-IoT projects. You can find his github for all of his projects here: https://github.com/arcbtc  You can also find the podcast and future episodes on the major platforms below. Spotif...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p> A couple of weeks ago I had the opportunity to speak with Ben Arc (@<a href='https://twitter.com/BTCSocialist'>BTCSocialist</a>), one of the first openly leftist guy in bitcoin and significant contributor to the bitcoin FOSS space. In this episode we discuss what it was like for him to be one of the only people loudly represent the Left, and, his bitcoin-IoT projects. You can find his github for all of his projects here: <a href='https://github.com/arcbtc'>https://github.com/arcbtc</a><br/><br/>You can also find the podcast and future episodes on the major platforms below.</p><p><b>Spotify:</b> <a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/3geORcile9E1EyPyFiAHhM?si=x7fjsFhURsSBlErXnihh9A'>https://open.spotify.com/show/3geORcile9E1EyPyFiAHhM?si=x7fjsFhURsSBlErXnihh9A</a></p><p><b>iTunes:</b> <a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist/id1501607045'>https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist/id1501607045</a></p><p><b>Soundcloud:</b> <a href='https://soundcloud.com/theblockchainsocialist'>https://soundcloud.com/theblockchainsocialist</a></p><p><b>Stitcher:</b> <a href='https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist'>https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist</a></p><p><b>Podcast Addict:</b> <a href='https://podplayer.net/?podId=2598359'>https://podplayer.net/?podId=2598359</a><br/><br/> If you haven’t seen it, I’ve also republished another article on Medium titled, <a href='https://medium.com/@idmsbftmod/wont-the-state-just-destroy-the-blockchain-2cb861c8188?source=---------2------------------'><em>Won’t the State just Destroy the Blockchain?</em></a>that you can check out or share with your other Lefty or even Libertarian friends.<br/><br/>Check the site -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftheblockchainsocialist.com%2F&amp;token=2c13d4-1-1584296432308'>theblockchainsocialist.com/</a></p><p>Join the community -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.reddit.com%2Fr%2Fcryptoleftists%2F&amp;token=abc88c-1-1584296432309'>www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/</a></p><p>Contribute to the project -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.patreon.com%2Ftheblockchainsocialist&amp;token=d70a21-1-1584296432309'>www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> A couple of weeks ago I had the opportunity to speak with Ben Arc (@<a href='https://twitter.com/BTCSocialist'>BTCSocialist</a>), one of the first openly leftist guy in bitcoin and significant contributor to the bitcoin FOSS space. In this episode we discuss what it was like for him to be one of the only people loudly represent the Left, and, his bitcoin-IoT projects. You can find his github for all of his projects here: <a href='https://github.com/arcbtc'>https://github.com/arcbtc</a><br/><br/>You can also find the podcast and future episodes on the major platforms below.</p><p><b>Spotify:</b> <a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/3geORcile9E1EyPyFiAHhM?si=x7fjsFhURsSBlErXnihh9A'>https://open.spotify.com/show/3geORcile9E1EyPyFiAHhM?si=x7fjsFhURsSBlErXnihh9A</a></p><p><b>iTunes:</b> <a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist/id1501607045'>https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist/id1501607045</a></p><p><b>Soundcloud:</b> <a href='https://soundcloud.com/theblockchainsocialist'>https://soundcloud.com/theblockchainsocialist</a></p><p><b>Stitcher:</b> <a href='https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist'>https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-blockchain-socialist</a></p><p><b>Podcast Addict:</b> <a href='https://podplayer.net/?podId=2598359'>https://podplayer.net/?podId=2598359</a><br/><br/> If you haven’t seen it, I’ve also republished another article on Medium titled, <a href='https://medium.com/@idmsbftmod/wont-the-state-just-destroy-the-blockchain-2cb861c8188?source=---------2------------------'><em>Won’t the State just Destroy the Blockchain?</em></a>that you can check out or share with your other Lefty or even Libertarian friends.<br/><br/>Check the site -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftheblockchainsocialist.com%2F&amp;token=2c13d4-1-1584296432308'>theblockchainsocialist.com/</a></p><p>Join the community -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.reddit.com%2Fr%2Fcryptoleftists%2F&amp;token=abc88c-1-1584296432309'>www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/</a></p><p>Contribute to the project -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.patreon.com%2Ftheblockchainsocialist&amp;token=d70a21-1-1584296432309'>www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>The Blockchain Socialist Introduction</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[A short introduction to the TBS Podcast where I will be doing interviews and expanding on the concepts I explore on my site integrating blockchain and the Left. Check the site -&gt; theblockchainsocialist.com/ Join the community -&gt; www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/ Contribute to the project -&gt; www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist First article on Medium -&gt; medium.com/@idmsbftmod/cocaine…ralism-da7b9968c4f9 Support the show ICYMI I've written a book about, no surprise, blockchains th...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>A short introduction to the TBS Podcast where I will be doing interviews and expanding on the concepts I explore on my site integrating blockchain and the Left.</p><p>Check the site -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftheblockchainsocialist.com%2F&amp;token=c5f4f9-1-1582998158600'>theblockchainsocialist.com/</a></p><p>Join the community -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.reddit.com%2Fr%2Fcryptoleftists%2F&amp;token=2311f3-1-1582998158600'>www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/</a></p><p>Contribute to the project -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.patreon.com%2Ftheblockchainsocialist&amp;token=3e8eb8-1-1582998158601'>www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist</a></p><p>First article on Medium -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmedium.com%2F%40idmsbftmod%2Fcocaine-the-ico-bubble-and-neoliberalism-da7b9968c4f9&amp;token=b86711-1-1582998158601'>medium.com/@idmsbftmod/cocaine…ralism-da7b9968c4f9</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A short introduction to the TBS Podcast where I will be doing interviews and expanding on the concepts I explore on my site integrating blockchain and the Left.</p><p>Check the site -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftheblockchainsocialist.com%2F&amp;token=c5f4f9-1-1582998158600'>theblockchainsocialist.com/</a></p><p>Join the community -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.reddit.com%2Fr%2Fcryptoleftists%2F&amp;token=2311f3-1-1582998158600'>www.reddit.com/r/cryptoleftists/</a></p><p>Contribute to the project -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.patreon.com%2Ftheblockchainsocialist&amp;token=3e8eb8-1-1582998158601'>www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist</a></p><p>First article on Medium -&gt; <a href='https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmedium.com%2F%40idmsbftmod%2Fcocaine-the-ico-bubble-and-neoliberalism-da7b9968c4f9&amp;token=b86711-1-1582998158601'>medium.com/@idmsbftmod/cocaine…ralism-da7b9968c4f9</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/theblockchainsocialist">Support the show</a></p><p>ICYMI I&apos;ve written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is <a href='https://repeaterbooks.com/product/blockchain-radicals-how-capitalism-ruined-crypto-and-how-to-fix-it/'><em>Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It</em></a><em> </em>and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who’s work influenced me a lot in my thinking. <br/><br/>The book is officially published and you <a href='https://linktr.ee/blockchainradicals'>use this linktree</a> to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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