TRASHFUTURE Wrench! A Musical ft. Séamus Malekafzali
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Jun 3, 2025 
Séamus Malekafzali, a writer focused on Middle Eastern politics, dives deep into the shifting narratives of Western leaders regarding Israel and the urgent need for accountability. He critiques tech entrepreneurs aiming to 'productise' thought and discusses bizarre political endorsements. The podcast also unpacks the alarming rise of violent cryptocurrency crimes and the absurdity of governance intertwined with digital finance. With humor and insight, they explore the challenges of corporate philanthropy and the pressing issues of ethnic cleansing and global inaction.
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Bitcoin Theft Via Kidnapping
- A new Bitcoin theft method involves kidnapping and torturing victims for their wallet seed phrases.
- Two crypto hedge fund operators in New York used an off-duty NYPD detective to assist in the kidnapping.
Modernizing Corporate Philanthropy
- Corporate philanthropy platforms aim to speed and personalize charitable giving.
- They address delays and restrictions in traditional nonprofit funding systems.
Aid Weaponization in Gaza
- Israel weaponizes aid in Gaza by controlling distribution points guarded by security forces.
- This enables forced population transfers and violent control over aid recipients.