Best Chandra Arthur Podcasts (2025)

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FREE PATREON GIFT - "Destination Space" (1959) Commentary 57:54

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For this festive Patreon bonus, it's another first reaction commentary of a movie/TV show we've never seen. This month, we're not sure which it is. It's Rip Van Ronkle's "Destination Space!" The effects look just about as real as that name but wow, are there some cool - and familiar - designs just waiting to be made into toys! The cool footage may …

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FREE PATREON GIFT - "2061" Introduction and Chapters 1 & 2 - Arthur C. Clarke (July '25 Book Club with Eli Schwab) 35:40

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The party never stops at Clavius Base on Patreon, where we put out an extra hour + of extra episodes AND a community fanzine every month! For this free holiday bonus, join us for the inaugural "2061" Book Club episode, co-hosted by our friend Cosmic Lion Comics publisher Eli Schwab! We'll be almost nearing the end of the book this coming January, s…

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Episode 68 - Max Meets the Monolith (2010: The Year We Make Content) 50:42

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We've finally reached the point where we have to address Max addressing TMA-2, preferably not claws-out with that crunchy pod. The additional meanings of the Monolith in 2010, how it's activated, bu what (or whom)...and the additional mysteries of "Big Brother." The massive differences between this part of the film and the book. And why Max was alw…

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Episode 67 - Stanley Kubrick's Numbers with R.H. Vatcher (part three) 1:05:42

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We're back from fall break to wrap up our discussion with film scholar R.H. Vatcher on the hidden numbers and meanings in Stanley Kubrick's films. (Apologies for the variable sound quality - the AE-35 unit was faulty.) Robert defines model theory and the possible games Kubrick is playing, along with more instances of 42 in "The Shining" and 57 in "…

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AI Meets Bitcoin in Singapore — and Why the U.S. Is Back in the Game with Jesse Darnell 16:03

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The U.S. crypto scene is finally waking up. After years of regulatory uncertainty and innovation flight, the winds are shifting. Charlie Shrem sits down with Jesse Darnell, former Marine and founder of ADVXNCE Protocol, fresh off Token2049 in Singapore, to talk about why global builders are suddenly turning their eyes back to America. They dive int…

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Why Bitcoin’s Biggest Threat- and Opportunity Might- Come from Quantum Physics 19:50

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“Quantum computing is taking the laws of nature — light, heat, entanglement — and turning them into a new kind of computer. When that happens, the way we think about Bitcoin’s security will have to change forever.” — Charlie Shrem This week on The Charlie Shrem Show, we go deep into the strangest frontier yet: the intersection of Bitcoin, cryptogra…

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Episode 66 - Stanley Kubrick's Numbers with R.H. Vatcher (part two) 48:16

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We're back with Kubrick scholar R.H. Vatcher to conclude our discussion of 42, model theory, abstract math, and dive into the occurences meaning of 57 in "Full Metal Jacket." The concept of democide, and darkest tragedies, perversions and horrors of war encoded into "Full Metal Jacket." Plus, cabin fever, Masks of Persona in myth, and counting the …

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From Surgeon to CEO: Lessons in Frameworks, Funding, and Founders with Nic Roberts-Huntley of Blueprint Finance 26:11

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What happens when you take the discipline of an Oxford-trained surgeon and apply it to crypto? You get Nic Roberts-Huntley, founder of Concrete and Glow, two of the fastest-growing DeFi protocols. In this episode, Nic and Charlie dive deep into the frameworks, philosophies, and practical decisions that turn ideas into billion-dollar realities. From…

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Episode 65 - Stanley Kubrick's Numbers with R.H. Vatcher (part one) 42:40

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We know Stanley Kubrick was a chess player and logic puzzle fanatic. What conscious and subconscious meanings did he bury in his later films through numbers and patterns? What is the role of model theory? Who better to lead us through the various bridges of this numbers maze than a structural engineer and a foremost Kubrick scholar? It's the one an…

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The Superfood Biohacker Who’s Helping Crypto Millionaires Fix Their Health with Ian Farrar 20:51

5M ago20:51

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In this episode of The Charlie Shrem Show, Charlie sits down with Ian Farrar, a 30-year biohacker, longtime investor, and founding brand partner at Puriam, a direct-to-consumer superfood company. While the crypto space is full of financial innovation, Ian brings the focus back to the most valuable asset you have—your body. They dive deep into what …

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Inside Coinbase’s Plan to Make Bitcoin Your Credit Card Rewards with Michael Rihani 23:47

5M ago23:47

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In this episode of The Charlie Shrem Show, Charlie is joined by Michael Rihani, Head of Product at Coinbase, to talk about how Bitcoin is finally going mainstream—not just as an investment, but as a spendable, usable financial asset. Michael breaks down the launch of Coinbase’s new American Express-powered credit card, which gives users up to 4% ba…

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FREE PATREON BONUS - Pinocchio HAL and the Convention Crusade with Virginia Smith 36:45

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For July's first Patreon Bonus episode, we continue our conversation with Virginia Smith and try to determine if HAL gets to become "a real boy." The differences in how Kubrick and Hyams treat HAL and Discovery. How both directors deal with space and Space, and somehow create that Odyssey sense of wonder. We discuss the broad range of science ficti…

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Episode 64 - HAL Resurrection, Act IV: The Chandra Factor with Virginia Smith (2010: The Year We Make Content) 52:58

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We're kicking off a summer of guests with our pal Virginia Smith, here to take on a very special subject: the father and son duo of Dr. Chandra and HAL! How Dr. Chandra's relationship with SAL prefaces her brother's return and sets him up bibically & mythologically as both the chosen one and the prodigal son. Falling in love with the redeemed HAL 9…

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Episode 63 - HAL Resurrection, Act III: Absolution 41:17

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Looking intimately at the scenes of HAL's death and rebirth, one theme stands out above all others: purpose. We all need a purpose in life and so do Heuristic Algorithmic Learning machines. The more sentient we are, the more complex that purpose becomes. So it's no wonder our red-eyed amnesiac is eager to get back with his besties, Dave and Frank, …

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Bitcoin as Pristine Collateral: Risk Redefined. @PeoplesReserve with @CJKonstantinos 20:31

7M ago20:31

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During the darkest days of the last bear market, 5 years ago, I met my friend and guest @CJKonstantinos at The Green Flash in Florida. This guy is the definition of OG by doubling down and starting @peoplesreserve. He's creating Bitcoin-backed financial products that are reshaping the way we think about money. Tomorrow we are both speaking at Bitco…

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Episode 62 - HAL Resurrection, Act II: The Return of Douglas Rain (2010: The Year We Make Content) 41:13

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The sequel is written, the crew is hired, the red light is plugged in. To bring HAL back to life, they'll need that secret sauce: the Canadian theatre superstar that is Douglas Rain! But first, they have to find him. Reshaping HAL's character and choices from the book to script of 2010, the differences between drama on the page vs. the screen, and …

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From Bitcoin to Boat Storage: Joey Rosati on Diversifying Investments 34:26

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I've gotten to know Joey Rosati (@rosaticorp) over the last 3 years working alonside hime in the VC trenches of Druid Ventures. Let me tell you, the VC world is a funny place and there are gems if you know where to find them. Joey is one of them. He knows that behind every successful business, it's all about people. In today's epic episode, Joey jo…

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Episode 61 - HAL Resurrection, Act I: The Mystery of Pod G 59:44

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In anticipation of Dr. Chandra reactivating everyone's favorite psychotic processing unit, we're reevaluating the story so far. Since we last saw HAL, we've read more Clarke, researched more on '2001' and '2010,' talked to more guests, and, of course, we've gotten to know SAL. What we've learned has dramatically changed our perspective on his inten…

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Bitcoin = Home: The Mortgage Revolution No One Saw Coming with Josip Rupena of Milo 23:44

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Here’s a sentence I never thought I’d say: you can buy a house with your Bitcoin — without ever selling it. That’s the financial revolution Josip Rupena is building. He’s the founder and CEO of Milo, the fintech startup that’s already issued over $60 million in crypto mortgages — loans backed by your Bitcoin, not your bank account. And here’s the k…

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Crypto, AI Agents, and the Future of Decentralized Infrastructure with Chris “Jinx” Jenkins 17:32

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My buddy Chris Jenkins just got back from ETHDenver, and he’s buzzing about the convergence of crypto and AI. He’s the head of operations at the Pocket Network Foundation, and right now, they’re gearing up for their biggest protocol upgrade ever: Shannon. What they’re doing is wild — opening up full permissionless access to decentralized data, from…

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Gold Easter Egg (FREE PATREON BONUS MINI) 10:43

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A free surprise for your Easter basket! Become a "Kuritsa" member on PATREON to open the other eggs! Help children now with UNICEF Find more at spacepodyssey.com BlueSky @spacepodyssey Instagram @spacepodyssey2001 Facebook at @spacepodyssey Twitter @spacepodyssey email us at [email protected] 100% PRODUCED, RECORDED, EDITED & RELEASED wit…

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Episode 60 - Zip Line to DISCOVERY (2010: The Year We Make Content) 34:42

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We're trying to keep it together on the solar system's most extreme theme park ride: the spaceship-coupling triangle Zip Line! As we get set to board DISCOVERY, we're looking into LEONOV's mission directive and the humanitarian cooperation between Russian and American crews. Bak on Earth, Victor Milson faces a dilemma, how to navigate the NCA aroun…

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Silk Road to Satoshi: Digging Up Bitcoin’s Buried Past with Pete Rizzo 45:03

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Pete Rizzo Thinks We're Losing Bitcoin's History. I'm Helping Him Fix That. Pete Rizzo’s been called Bitcoin’s historian — and after this conversation, you’ll understand why. He’s spent the past few years diving deep into the stories, people, and drama that built Bitcoin from nothing into a global force. We talk about that work — the threads, the a…

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Computer Arbitrage, Inefficient Markets, Tariffs, and Monetizing Stranded Energy with Sopris Capital’s Head of Special Situations Dan Wedman 24:33

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Welcome back, everyone! I sat down with my new friend Daniel Wedman, the head of special situations at Sopris Capital. We delved into a variety of topics, focusing on the dynamic world of Bitcoin and crypto investments, and the evolving landscape of capital markets. Daniel's Career Journey Daniel shared his fascinating career trajectory, starting f…

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FREE PATREON BONUS MINI: This Week in 2001! April 1, 1968 5:47

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This week in 2001 History! Wondering what kind of goodies are available on Patreon? There's already an hour and a half of bonus audio up there, and here's a bonus fun-size freebie! Check out a free taste of our occasional Patreon closeup on specific days when movie history was being made. 57 years ago today people in select cities were witnessing t…

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BONUS ANNOUNCEMENT: PODYSSEY PATREON IS LIVE! (not an April Fool's joke) 9:34

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It's not an April Fool's Joke! We're on PATREON...seriously! Check out the Luxury Pod to Clavius with nonstop service to the lunar base at two convenient subscription levels! Find us at Patreon.com/spacepodyssey HOT FRIES tier ($2 a month) -bonus episodes -access to the ship's commissary -membership to the Clavius Discord server KURITSA tier ($5 a …

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Episode 59 - Marketing An Odyssey with Virginia Smith, Part 2 (2010: The Year We Make Content) 50:25

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Flash back 40 years to the Spring of 1985, when "2010" fever went worldwide and everyone was making contact! Follow the pictures on the episode page for a few surprises! From cereal to Crunch 'N Munch, from mail-in clothing to calendars, international posters and stickers! From Ford concept cars to Domino's pizzas, and stickers! Games, games, games…

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Episode 58 - Marketing An Odyssey with Virginia Smith: Part 1 (2010: The Year We Make Content) 47:42

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Virginia Smith is taking us back to 1984 to explore the official “2010” studio marketing guide! Budweiser, Apple, J .C. Penney, Target, Walmart, Kinko’s, Sheraton, and B. Dalton are just a few of the many familiar brands clamoring for a piece of MGM/UA’s massive “Space Odyssey” campaign. Follow the pictures on the episode page for a few surprises! …

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Real-World Assets and Institutional Crypto: The Next Evolution of DeFi with Joe Flanagan Maple Finance 22:06

9M ago22:06

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In this episode, I sit down with Joe Flanagan, the Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Maple Finance, a leading institutional lending platform in DeFi. With nearly $6 billion in loans issued, Maple is one of the few crypto companies bridging the gap between traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi). We cover some of the biggest…

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Fixing Ethereum: Hart Lambur on Cross-Chain Intents & the Future of Interoperability 17:20

10M ago17:20

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In this episode, I sit down with Hart Lambur, the co-founder of Risk Labs, the team behind UMA and Across Protocol, two projects solving some of the biggest challenges in crypto—cross-chain interoperability and on-chain data verification. Ethereum has scaled, but in the process, it’s fragmented into over 50 Layer 2s, creating a messy user experienc…

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Why Privacy is the Next Big Thing in Crypto – Midnight CEO Eran Barak Explains 25:18

10M ago25:18

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In this episode, I sit down with Eran Barak, the CEO of Midnight, a groundbreaking new privacy-focused blockchain incubated by IOHK (Input Output, the team behind Cardano). Eran has an incredible background—before diving into Web3, he built the financial world’s digital plumbing at Symphony, a secure communications platform used by thousands of ban…

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The Missed Opportunity of Tokenization – What Comes Next? Tezos Founder Arthur Breitman 19:53

10M ago19:53

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In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend Arthur Breitman, the co-founder of Tezos, one of the OG blockchains that has been innovating since 2018. We dive deep into the evolution of tokenization, why the first wave fell short, and how the next iteration can unlock real value. Arthur also shares insights on Tezos’ latest upgrades, the grow…

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Episode 57 - Lost in Translation (2010: The Year We Make Content) 36:53

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For optimum silliness, follow along with the images! When Dr. Kovalev threw his phone at us, we thought he was just sick and tired of following Brad around the ship translating all the Russian signage. Turns out, he installed Google Lens so we can finally figure it out for ourselves. Learn Cyrillic for "pitching" and "rocking," and the difference b…

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Mastering Global Talent: Andy Hilliard on Scaling Software Development Teams 21:47

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Episode Notes: Global Talent Pool: Andy dives into why 85% of software development talent is located outside of the U.S. and how companies can leverage this global talent pool for competitive pricing and higher efficiency. The Critical Role of Due Diligence: Learn how to avoid costly mistakes when choosing partners or outsourcing teams. Andy emphas…

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Unlocking the Future of Web3 with Gravity: Charles Wayn 16:19

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Episode Notes: Charles Wayn’s Web3 Evolution: From DLive’s decentralized live streaming platform to the evolution into Galxe, a Web3 powerhouse, Charles shares his journey of innovation in crypto. Introducing Gravity: The launch of Gravity, a Layer 1 blockchain designed for high-performance and cross-chain functionality, is a game-changer. Charles …

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Episode 56 - Helen, Bob, James & John: An Actor's Life (2010: The Year We Make Content) 1:12:52

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An inspiring, surprising, and occasionally silly hour with four of the finest actors in film history. Thanks to the Peter Hyams - Penny Perry secret sauce of perfect casting, we’re exploring the legacy and creative lives of four acting legends: Helen Mirren, Bob Balaban, James McEachin, and John Lithgow. What they each brought to 2010 and how they …

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Hack Hero Ogle: Recovering $500M, Glue Network, and the Path to Mass Adoption 17:43

11M ago17:43

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In this gripping episode of The Charlie Shrem Show, I sit down with Ogle, a renowned crypto security expert who has recovered over $500 million from hacks and scams. Known as the "bat signal" for crypto recovery, Ogle shares his journey, his innovative approach to solving blockchain security issues, and the vision behind his new project, Glue Netwo…

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From Antiques to Bitcoin: Mel Sands on Collectibles, Community, and the Hunt for Satoshi’s Newspaper 19:31

11M ago19:31

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In this vibrant episode of The Charlie Shrem Show, I sit down with Mel Sands, vintage and antique dealer turned Bitcoin advocate, to explore the intersection of collectibles, community, and crypto history. Mel’s journey from discovering Bitcoin through a forgotten $100 investment to becoming a passionate evangelist and collector is a testament to h…

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Bitcoin Day Naples: John Drew on Sound Money and Building Local Bitcoin Communities 15:04

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In this exciting episode of The Charlie Shrem Show, I sit down with John Drew, organizer of Bitcoin Day, to discuss the upcoming Bitcoin Day Naples on January 18, 2025, and how these grassroots events are reshaping Bitcoin education and community building. We explore: What is Bitcoin Day?: From its origins in Omaha to becoming a nationwide movement…

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Bitcoin, Truth, and the Next Monetary Revolution: Brian Estes on Building a Better Financial Future 16:20

12M ago16:20

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In this deeply insightful episode of The Charlie Shrem Show, I sit down with Brian Estes, Chief Investment Officer of Off the Chain Capital, early Bitcoin OG, producer of the documentary God Bless Bitcoin, and a tireless advocate for financial truth. Brian’s journey from traditional finance skeptic to one of Bitcoin’s most vocal proponents is a sto…

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Episode 55 - Spacewalking is a Game of Kuritsa (2010: The Year We Make Content) 48:48

12M ago48:48

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SEE: Walter & Max, The Amazing Floating Chicken Tightrope Act! LEONOV has reached DISCOVERY and is docked a safe distance away. Strap on your helmets as we join Drs. Curnow and Brailovsky outside the hatch on the ultimate thousand-yard trip through the void... The similarities to real-life EVAs, the probability of vertigo for astronauts, and the da…

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Argentina’s Crypto Revolution to Decentraland 2.0: Yemel Jardi on Building the Future of Virtual Worlds 24:58

12M ago24:58

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In this electrifying episode of The Charlie Shrem Show, I sit down with Yemel Jardi, Executive Director of Decentraland, Bitcoin OG, and a pivotal figure in the evolution of blockchain and virtual reality. From the transformative crypto scene in Argentina to spearheading Decentraland’s latest innovations, Yemel’s journey is a testament to the power…

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Cryptography to Crypto Giants: Ran Goldi on Fireblocks, Innovation, and Securing Blockchain’s Future 19:23

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In this epic episode of The Charlie Shrem Show, I sit down with Ran Goldi, VP of Payments at Fireblocks, one of the most influential companies in the crypto and blockchain space. Ran’s journey is as fascinating as the industry he’s helped shape—from algorithmic trading to launching startups, to his time in Israeli intelligence, and ultimately build…

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Episode 54 - Europa and the Pirate Clipper (2010: The Year We Make Content) 58:01

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“All these worlds are yours, except Europa…” The Europa Clipper successfully launched in October, its mission: determine the habitability of Jupiter’s ice moon and the potential for drinkable water underneath that ice. With that comes the almost certainty of some form of life under the icy surface. Will it be tentacled seaweed flower whales or some…

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Building a $2 Trillion network. The Digital Gold revolution explained. Commodity to Currency. 37:30

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Bitcoin is a commodity, not money. At least, that's the argument my guest, Digital Gold Yoda, lays out today as we dive into the revolutionary project that aims to achieve what Satoshi Nakamoto originally envisioned DigitalGold.com. Imagine a network of 100 million nodes running proof-of-stake technology on regular computers—decentralized, efficien…

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Episode 53 - Jack Kirby's Space Odyssey with comic book publisher Eli Schwab (part 2) 31:04

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After orbiting Jupiter's violent volcanic moon, we've seen IO from both sides now. Back in range and resuming regular transmissions, we present by popular demand another slice of Odyssey aficionado and world famous comic book publisher, Eli Schwab! Digging into Jack Kirby's dynamic, sometimes polarizing style, exploring the metaphysical in the Spac…

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Bitcoin’s New Era: Adoption, Wealth, and the Role of the Giants with Gary Cardone 34:12

1y ago34:12

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We are about to embark on a new era for Bitcoin and maybe even Crypto. The 2024 election has changed everything. I sat down with Gary Cardone, a powerhouse in energy and digital assets, as we explore the seismic shifts happening in Bitcoin and the crypto world. Gary dives deep into how Wall Street and even U.S. politics are shaping Bitcoin’s path f…

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Pushing Crypto to the Edge: Redefining Communication and Security with Ian Leviness and Pascal Gauthier 41:50

1+ y ago41:50

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In this episode, I sit down with two major players who are shaping the future of crypto communications and security. First up is Ian Leviness from Push Protocol, and we dive into how Push is creating a decentralized communication hub for everything from notifications to messaging and more. Ian talks about the platform's explosive growth since its b…

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Breaking the System: Tokenizing Finance and Hollywood with Nick Cowan and Darren Darnborough 46:38

1+ y ago46:38

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In this episode, I dive deep into two worlds that are being completely reshaped by technology: finance and Hollywood. First, I had an awesome conversation with Nick Cowan, the CEO of Valereum, where we talked about the future of tokenization, digital securities, and how blockchain is changing the entire financial landscape. Nick shared some wild st…

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Bitcoin’s Early Days, The Present, and Where We’re Going with Paul Tarantino of ByteFederal 1:08:11

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SPECIAL: Bitcoin’s Early Days, The Present, and Where We’re Going with Paul Tarantino! On this special episode of The Charlie Shrem Show, the tables turn as I get interviewed by Paul Tarantino, the CEO of ByteFederal. Still, the story isn’t just mine—it’s the Bitcoin community’s. From the early days, when Bitcoin was barely known, to the pivotal mo…