Best Bigtech Podcasts (2025)

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186 - Max Tannahill: Trouble in Bitcoin Paradise 1:15:49

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Gabriel Custodiet speaks with Max Tannahill about many Bitcoin issues: Samourai Wallet, Ashigaru Wallet, Bitcoin Knots, terrible figures in Bitcoin, the importance of CoinJoins, Lightning thots, Ledger, and the UK. FOR BITCOIN BEGINNERS → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wwwPwsAnQGY&list=PLJyrw2XESBDpNHKb63a2ylrITPShY-3T7 → https://escapethetechnocr…

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Guest: Joshua Stylman 2:15:36

3d ago2:15:36

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Gifted writer and thinker Joshua Stylman talks about how life changes when you see through the Matrix. This successful tech entrepreneur and COVID dissident was cancelled for speaking out, but he's made a great life on the other side. Watch and Read Trish on Substack Follow Trish on X @woodreporting Website: www.trishwoodpodcast.com Shop: https://w…

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261. AI won’t kill jobs — but short-term thinking will 17:50

6d ago17:50

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Some CEOs are already replacing engineers and junior staff with large language models. But what if the real risk isn’t that AI replaces your team — it’s that it doesn’t, and you’re left without a talent pipeline? In this episode, Sophia Matveeva breaks down: Why cutting junior hiring today could sabotage your company in 3–5 years What IBM’s CEO get…

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185 - Parallel Mike: Lords of Finance 59:29

7d ago59:29

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Gabriel Custodiet speaks with Mike of Parallel Systems. They discuss the benefits of Eastern Europe, the history of the decline of the world in corelation to gold, homesteading, and the myth of replacement fertility rate. GUEST → https://parallelmike.com/ → https://parallelsystems.substack.com/ → Podcast: Parallel Mike Podcast WATCHMAN PRIVACY → ht…

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260. How non-techies succeed in tech: lessons from Microsoft’s CTO 38:23

13d ago38:23

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What does it really take to lead in tech without a technical degree? In this episode, Jennifer Byrne, former CTO of Microsoft US, shares how she built a top-tier tech career starting with a psychology degree — and why understanding context, not code, is your key to success. You’ll learn: How Jennifer transitioned from nonprofit work to tech leaders…

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True is Better Than New: David Reinfurt on Evolving Graphic Design Education 45:02

13d ago45:02

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In this episode, designer, educator, and author David Reinfurt returns to the show to discuss his latest book, A *Co-* Program for Graphic Design. Born from a series of lectures delivered remotely, online, and together with collaborators and cooperators, the new book builds on his earlier “spoken” book, exploring some unexpected and intuitive overl…

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184 - Tom Bodrovics: Contrarian Investing, Contrarian Living 1:25:27

14d ago1:25:27

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Gabriel Custodiet speaks with Tom Bodrovics, the host of Palisades Gold Radio and The Competent Man Podcast and a thoughtful voice on how to think about investing from a contrary perspective. They discuss gold, uranium, modern monetary theory, the economic problems of Canada, welding, how to vet a bank, and setting up a self-sufficient trailer. GUE…

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Father Emmanuel Lemelson 1:42:09

17d ago1:42:09

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A Christian Orthodox priest exposes the spiritual bankruptcy of the evangelical Zionist movement driving American foreign policy into the ditch. Decrying the cruelty of Israel’s Gaza debasement, Father Emmanuel Lemelson speaks out about war, peace, and what the Bible actually says. Follow Trish on X @woodreporting Website: www.trishwoodpodcast.com …

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Escape the Technocracy: 1-Year Anniversary 32:38

17d ago32:38

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Shop anniversary sale here: → https://escapethetechnocracy.com/By Gabriel Custodiet

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Is AI Productivity Worth Our Humanity? with Prof. Michael Sandel 46:45

18d ago46:45

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Tech leaders promise that AI automation will usher in an age of unprecedented abundance: cheap goods, universal high income, and freedom from the drudgery of work. But even if AI delivers material prosperity, will that prosperity be shared? And what happens to human dignity if our labor and contributions become obsolete? Political philosopher Micha…

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259. Big tech, AI and the future of attention: what you missed in Cannes 14:29

19d ago14:29

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Think advertising is just TikTok, Instagram, or TV? Think again. At Cannes Lions, a major industry summit, Big Tech set the agenda for what’s next in AI, branding, and attention. This is your insider's summary. In this episode, you will learn: How offline spaces are powering smart digital brands What AI personas are, and how to use them to test pro…

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183 - Goldbacks: Making Gold Money Again 44:59

21d ago44:59

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Gabriel Custodiet speaks with Jeremy of Goldbacks. A Goldback is a gold product that looks similar to a banknote with particles of gold embedded in it. Gabriel and Jeremy discuss the proliferation of this product, the question of the “high premium,” money laws in the US, acquisition, anti-counterfeiting measures, and all of the practical questions …

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Guest: Laura Delano, Author of Unshrunk: A Story of Psychiatric Treatment Resistance 2:02:19

24d ago2:02:19

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She is a survivor of both mental illness and the current paradigm set up to treat it. Laura Delano has written an astonishing book that is part memoir and part investigative critique of the Big Pharma drugs that made her sicker, and the dehumanizing treatment plans that perpetuated her fall. Follow Trish on X @woodreporting Website: www.trishwoodpo…

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Nuclear War Survival Skills 15:16

24d ago15:16

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Purchase here: → https://escapethetechnocracy.com/product/nuclear-survival-course/By Gabriel Custodiet

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182 - How to Get Portugal Permanent Residency 52:30

28d ago52:30

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Gabriel Custodiet speaks with Dallas of PrivacyPost.io and Lusitano Dreams. This time around Dallas explains the process of earning permanent residency in Portugal: which means access to the European Union. What Dallas offers is similar to his South Dakota offerings. GUEST → https://lusitanodreams.com/ (Portugal Residency Service) → https://privacy…

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GUEST: Col. Lawrence Wilkerson 1:20:41

1M ago1:20:41

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The world awakens to a shock Israeli attack on Iran, aided and abetted by Trump’s "anti-war" presidency. Colonel LawrenceWilkerson speaks on the betrayal of the voters by an administration committed to reckless foreign policy. And what comes next. Note: This podcast was recorded before Iran launched its retaliatory strike on Israel. Follow Trish on…

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The Narrow Path: Sam Hammond on AI, Institutions, and the Fragile Future 47:55

1M ago47:55

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The race to develop ever-more-powerful AI is creating an unstable dynamic. It could lead us toward either dystopian centralized control or uncontrollable chaos. But there's a third option: a narrow path where technological power is matched with responsibility at every step. Sam Hammond is the chief economist at the Foundation for American Innovatio…

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181 - Michael Yon: Unrestricted Warfare 1:10:01

1M ago1:10:01

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Gabriel Custodiet speaks with global reporter Michael Yon about China’s plans for the world, about the hijacking of Bitcoin, crowd psychology, Chinese information war, and the agenda behind globalist migrant waves. GUEST → https://michaelyon.com/ → https://x.com/Michael_Yon → https://substack.com/@michaelyon WATCHMAN PRIVACY → https://watchmanpriva…

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258. Why you need a brand before you need an app 18:56

1M ago18:56

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Most founders dive straight into building — features, user flows, no-code tools — before they’ve nailed the strategy that actually drives traction: brand. In this episode, Sophia Matveeva shares why brand must come before product, especially for non-technical founders building tech-enabled businesses. You’ll learn the four brand foundations every f…

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Material Design Gets Expressive: Inside Google's Emotion-Driven UX Update 55:26

1M ago55:26

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This special episode digs into the latest evolution of Google’s design system: Material 3 Expressive. Liam talks with Material Design’s Android Product Manager Aneesha Kommineni, UX Researcher Michael Gilbert, and Creative Director Andy Stewart about the team’s latest emotion-driven UX update. They reveal how this system is grounded in user researc…

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Shadow Loadout: Combat Zone Deployment Kit (Video Course) 3:12:26

1M ago3:12:26

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Purchase here: → https://escapethetechnocracy.com/product/shadow-bundle/By Gabriel Custodiet

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Vaccine Investigator Toby Rogers 2:17:44

1M ago2:17:44

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Inside the vaccine wars with a man who knows more than just about anyone. Toby Rogers was so shocked by the data he saw — that he wept for days. A powerful interview that might change the way you think about ALL shots. Plus, the bromance breakup of the year and the psychology behind it. And, kindness stalks the earth, still. Follow Trish on X @wood…

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257. Why bad work wins 14:32

1M ago14:32

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Analysis paralysis is BORING. And it doesn't get you results. Most founders think they fail because of the market, the product, or the pitch. But the real killer is a slow mindset. In this episode, Sophia Matveeva shows you why bad work beats perfect ideas — and how shifting your mindset can be the difference between building real momentum and watc…

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180 - How to Protect Your Medical Privacy 33:49

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Gabriel Custodiet speaks with Dallas of PrivacyPost.io about the mass data exposure within the medical industry, along with some tips about how to navigate these dangerous waters. GUEST → https://privacypost.io/ (Dallas) → See previous episodes with Dallas of PrivacyPost.io SOUTH DAKOTA NOMAD RESIDENCY: THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE → https://escapethetechn…

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THE COVID YEARS WHEN FEAR DROVE CANADA CRAZY 1:30:20

1M ago1:30:20

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Lawyer and head of the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms, John Carpay investigates how fear makes people and countries do terrible things. From the early days of the Third Reich, to the COVID-19 clampdowns — scaring the people gave tyranny oxygen. Also, Trish updates the London, Ontario Hockey Canada sex assault case, and more on the ostri…

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179 - Consulting Stories Vol. 1 w/ Escape the Technocracy 39:43

2M ago39:43

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Some stories about cybersecurity and privacy consulting from the trenches. Volume 1. GUEST → https://x.com/realUrbanHacker WATCHMAN PRIVACY → https://watchmanprivacy.com (Including privacy consulting) → https://twitter.com/watchmanprivacy → https://escapethetechnocracy.com/ CRYPTO DONATIONS →8829DiYwJ344peEM7SzUspMtgUWKAjGJRHmu4Q6R8kEWMpafiXPPNBkeR…

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People are Lonelier than Ever. Enter AI. 43:34

2M ago43:34

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Over the last few decades, our relationships have become increasingly mediated by technology. Texting has become our dominant form of communication. Social media has replaced gathering places. Dating starts with a swipe on an app, not a tap on the shoulder. And now, AI enters the mix. If the technology of the 2010s was about capturing our attention…

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256. Top mistakes non-technical founders make & how to avoid them 25:38

2M ago25:38

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If you’re building a tech product but don’t have a technical background, this episode will save you months of wasted time and thousands in unnecessary spend. In this re-release of one of our most popular early episodes, Tech for Non-Techies founder Sophia Matveeva shares the 5 biggest mistakes non-technical founders make — and how to avoid them. Wh…

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178 - Michael Snyder: A Witness to Economic Collapse 51:19

2M ago51:19

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Gabriel Custodiet speaks with Michael Snyder of the Economic Collapse Blog about tariffs, trade wars, debt-to-GDP ratios, how to analyze the economy, whether MMT can keep us going for the next 20 years, and if exploiting debt rather than paying it off is the better strategic move. GUEST → https://theeconomiccollapseblog.com (Main website) → https:/…

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The Big Lie is Everywhere 1:18:20

2M ago1:18:20

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No guest this week, but a deep dig on the Big Lies shaping our world. New COVID vaccine docs prove a cover-up, and did Biden’s dementia allow for Israel’s end-game in Gaza to take root? How no respect for elder wisdom is hurting society. Follow Trish on X @woodreporting Website: www.trishwoodpodcast.com Shop: https://www.trishwoodpodcast.com/shop…

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255. What Most Startup Support Gets Wrong — and How to Fix It 35:26

2M ago35:26

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From accelerators to corporate venture capital, most startup support structures fail to deliver. Investor and entrepreneur Andrew Ackerman explains why — and what founders and corporates should do instead. With over 70 investments and hundreds of founders mentored, Andrew brings rare perspective from both sides of the table. Andrew is a serial entr…

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177 - Gregory Treat: Forging a Dynasty 54:50

2M ago54:50

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Gabriel Custodiet speaks with Gregory Treat, lawyer and consultant on families trying to forge a dynasty. GUEST → https://avaloncircle.com/ WATCHMAN PRIVACY → https://escapethetechnocracy.com/ (Including Watchman’s Torch Newsletter) → https://twitter.com/watchmanprivacy → https://watchmanprivacy.com (Including privacy consulting) CRYPTO DONATIONS →…

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Ken Drysdale and Karen Esperson: Suffer the Children 2:00:38

2M ago2:00:38

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Canada’s children are not doing well. Ken Drysdale of the National Citizens’ Coalition delivers dire results from their latest hearings. And Universal Ostrich Farms continues to attract protestors, media and controversy. The owner, Karen Esperson, appears from the farm to update the story. Follow Trish on X @woodreporting Website: www.trishwoodpodc…

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Echo Chambers of One: Companion AI and the Future of Human Connection 42:17

2M ago42:17

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AI companion chatbots are here. Everyday, millions of people log on to AI platforms and talk to them like they would a person. These bots will ask you about your day, talk about your feelings, even give you life advice. It’s no surprise that people have started to form deep connections with these AI systems. We are inherently relational beings, we …

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254. How to build a tech ecosystem that lasts 17:25

2M ago17:25

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What does it really take to build a tech ecosystem that endures — beyond PR launches and startup grants? In this episode, Sophia Matveeva shares hard-won insights from working with governments, corporates, and investors on the frontlines of global digital transformation. Whether you’re funding innovation, designing policy, or building a product you…

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176 - Max Tannahill: Censoring Bitcoin 1:06:16

2M ago1:06:16

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Gabriel Custodiet speaks with Max Tannahill on various Bitcoin topics: the story of Liquid, Ashigaru and Samourai, Knots, Singapore, and much more. GUEST → https://x.com/maxtannahill → t.me/maxtannahill (Telegram) → https://www.p2prights.org/donate.html (Samourai Wallet court case donations) WATCHMAN PRIVACY → https://escapethetechnocracy.com/ (Inc…

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FIGHTING FOR THE FLOCK: GUEST KATIE PASITNEY 1:28:53

2M ago1:28:53

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COVID-19 brought out the cruelty in bureaucrats, and now a 400-bird ostrich flock is in jeopardy from that same mindset. On a farm in BC, they are awaiting a kill order while their desperate owners fight for the lives of these birds that they love. An extraordinary interview with a farmer fighting for her flock. And why is our new prime minister li…

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253. 4 Podcasts That Will Make You Smarter This Summer 16:12

2M ago16:12

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Want to become a better tech innovator while you sit on a beach? In this episode, Sophia Matveeva shares four podcast episodes you can learn from through osmosis—and enjoy every minute of it. You will learn: Why Netflix’s original CEO got fired by his co-founder—and what that says about startup leadership transitions The founder Warren Buffett said…

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Announcing: The Watchman's Torch Newsletter 7:34

2M ago7:34

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SUBSCRIBE TO THE WATCHMAN'S TORCH HERE: → https://escapethetechnocracy.com/product/watchmans-torch-newsletter/ (Preferred) → https://watchmanprivacy.substack.com/ Music by Karl Casey @ White Bat AudioBy Gabriel Custodiet

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Guest: MartyUpNorth 1:43:08

2M ago1:43:08

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As Mark Carney and Donald Trump settle into their bromance, the truth about a dirty political campaign is seeping out. Carney voters who hate Trump were duped while the country was whipped into a mass hysteria event for nothing — except an assured Liberal victory. The social fabric is in tatters, and the Elbows Up crowd are exposed as gullible, low…

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AGI Beyond the Buzz: What Is It, and Are We Ready? 52:53

3M ago52:53

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What does it really mean to ‘feel the AGI?’ Silicon Valley is racing toward AI systems that could soon match or surpass human intelligence. The implications for jobs, democracy, and our way of life are enormous. In this episode, Aza Raskin and Randy Fernando dive deep into what ‘feeling the AGI’ really means. They unpack why the surface-level debat…