The Winston Marshall Show The End of Free Speech In Europe (And why everyone should be concerned…)
Oct 30, 2025
The discussion highlights the escalating free speech crisis in Europe, citing the prosecution of Emmanuel Brunischolz in Switzerland for a social media post. It examines censorship trends in Germany, France, and the UK, including police raids and restrictions on humor. Historical context reveals a long-standing tradition of European censorship, while concerns about digital IDs and economic suppression raise alarms about the future of liberty. The talk underscores the significance of Bitcoin and cryptography as vital tools in the fight for freedom.
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Swiss Prison For A Facebook Comment
- Winston Marshall recounts Emmanuel Brunischolz, a Swiss repairman jailed for a Facebook comment about skeletons and gender.
- Brunischolz refused to pay fines and faces prison, illustrating Europe's criminalization of certain online speech.
German Meme Raid And Hidden Crypto
- Winston Marshall describes a 64-year-old German pensioner whose home was raided over a meme insulting Vice-Chancellor Robert Habeck.
- The man hid his crypto wallet on a flash drive taped behind his fridge to protect his assets.
EU Warning Before Trump Conversation
- Marshall cites Thierry Breton's open letter to Elon Musk demanding mitigation measures under the Digital Services Act before a Trump interview.
- He frames this as intimidation by EU officials aiming to control platform speech.
