Rabbit Hole Recap RABBIT HOLE RECAP #374: LIVE FREE
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Sep 11, 2025 The discussion covers the assassination of a notable figure and the murder of a Ukrainian refugee, linking tragedy to the importance of free speech. It explores the intersection of financial regulation, specifically the impact of the Patriot Act on cryptocurrency privacy. Massive protests in Indonesia and Nepal hint at global unrest, while U.S. economic indicators suggest middle-class struggles. Innovations in Bitcoin security and event ticketing are highlighted, alongside the challenges posed by political instability and technological advancements.
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Assassination As An Attack On Dialogue
- Charlie Kirk was murdered while engaging in public debate and free speech, which the speakers view as an attack on civil discourse.
- Marty Bent and Odell described their emotional reactions and emphasized defending speech even for people you hate.
Charlotte Train Murder And Cultural Decay
- The hosts discussed the brutal murder of Ukrainian refugee Iryna (Rina) Zarutska on a Charlotte train and their emotional reactions.
- They highlighted perceived cultural rot and systemic accountability failures in the West.
Use Low Bitcoin Fees When Network Is Quiet
- Check mempool fees: at the time a 3 sats/vByte fee got next-block priority while 1 sat/vByte usually sufficed for short waits.
- Use low fees confidently when network demand is low and recent blocks are not full.