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151 - Why Are We Here? with Erik Voorhees

Jan 2, 2023

Erik Voorhees, a crypto veteran and outspoken advocate for open systems, shares his insights after his well-known debate with SBF. He reflects on the fallout from the FTX collapse, discussing accountability and responsibility in the crypto space. The conversation dives into the uniqueness of current market cycles, the necessity of preserving crypto's core principles, and the philosophical foundations of separating money from state control. With thoughts on maintaining innovation amid challenges, Voorhees drives home the importance of staying engaged in the crypto revolution.

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Intro

5min

Navigating Crypto's Identity Amidst Challenges

6min

Understanding Cryptocurrency Responsibility

7min

Reflections on the FTX Fallout and Crypto Ethics

26min

Navigating Power and Decentralization in Crypto

21min

Code, Currency, and the Separation of Money from State

4min

The Philosophical Foundations of Cryptocurrency

18min

Navigating the Crypto Landscape: Embracing the Journey and Future Predictions

7min

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------ Erik Voorhees is a crypto veteran of veterans. He’s one of the greatest advocates of open and permissionless systems that we have in this space.

In this episode we talk about his legendary debate with SBF—this is the first time we’ve caught up with him since. What are his reflections now? We also dive into how this bull/bear cycle is similar and different from previous ones, how do we preserve crypto’s core principles, and most importantly—why are we here? Why crypto? Why now? Why stay?

Erik doesn’t waste a word in this episode. Happy New Year everyone. Let’s keep building.

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------ Topics Covered

0:00 Intro 6:17 Where Did Crypto Go Wrong? 8:43 Crypto Labels 12:30 Responsibility 14:26 Accountability 18:19 FTX Collapse From Erik’s POV 24:05 SBF’s Headspace 28:45 Potential Alternative Realities 30:50 SBF’s D.C. Relationship 34:47 Was this Cycle Unique? 38:58 Lessons From Past Cycles 43:36 Learning Through the Pain? 48:33 Why is Individual Empowerment Correct? 50:20 Coordination & Order 54:26 Power 1:02:22 The U.S. Constitution 1:07:13 Code Enforcement 1:08:07 Why Are We Here? 1:09:49 Baked-In Crypto Principles 1:13:03 Perserving Core Crypto Values 1:16:48 Is Erik Radical? 1:21:44 Will Crypto Ever Go Mainstream? 1:25:53 Cycle Common Denominators 1:28:19 Bear Market Advice 1:29:31 Erik’s Bull Market Forcast 1:32:00 Action Items & Disclaimers

------ Resources:

SBF vs Erik Voorhees episode https://youtu.be/Ytaa_5liwMA

A Response to SBF and Principled Crypto Regulation https://www.moneyandstate.com/blog/response-to-sbf

Sophistry and the Savior https://www.moneyandstate.com/blog/sophistry-and-the-savior

24 - Exploring the Frontier | Erik Voorhees https://youtu.be/rLsOHOvUOpM

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