The Culture War Podcast with Tim Pool Steam CENSORING Games Starts NEW Gamer WAR Against Visa & Mastercard ft. Gavin McInnes
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Jul 31, 2025 Gavin McInnes, a Canadian writer and comedic commentator, dives into the contentious landscape of video game censorship and its implications for payment processors like Visa and Mastercard. The discussion explores balancing child protection with authority overreach, revealing personal stories of de-banking and cultural shifts. McInnes critiques political hypocrisy regarding societal issues while addressing disparities in access to resources. The episode also touches on the current comedy scene's struggle against 'woke' culture, highlighting the fight for free speech.
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Credit Card Censorship Threatens Freedom
- Steam banned legal adult games due to pressure from Visa and MasterCard influenced by feminist anti-porn groups.
- Credit card gatekeeping on legal products threatens broad cultural freedom and can expand to other sectors like guns and politics.
Gavin's Payment Processing Struggles
- Gavin McInnes was repeatedly denied payment processing due to conflicts with Visa and MasterCard.
- Elite, narrow payment processors control access and reject clients deemed problematic, raising barriers for some creators.
Reject Permanent ID Scans
- Age verification on adult sites should protect children but avoid permanent data collection.
- Do not accept facial recognition or ID scans that store your personal information indefinitely.