Josh Rosenthal

Josh Rosenthal, a partner at 6ixth Event Cataclysmic Capital and former historian, draws captivating parallels between the European Renaissance and the rise of cryptocurrency. He discusses how the internet and blockchain signify a modern cultural revolution, potentially marking our era as the Crypto Renaissance. The conversation explores the shift from centralization to decentralization, similar to historical shifts, and highlights figures like Martin Luther and Satoshi Nakamoto who challenged existing power structures. This dialogue urges listeners to reflect on history's cyclical nature in shaping today's financial landscape.

Dr. Josh Rosenthal, a Sleep and Regenerative Medicine Specialist, discusses the power of light and circadian rhythm in controlling sleep. He explores topics such as the limitations of sleep medicine, environmental influences on genetics, technology detox, and the holistic interconnectedness of the body. He also touches on the importance of stabilizing blood sugar levels, using supplements for sleep, the vitamin D-sleep apnea connection, and the impact of circadian rhythm and mitochondria on sleep control.

In this episode of Empire, Jason is joined by Josh Rosenthal - a former historian turned serial entrepreneur and crypto VC. Josh's encyclopedic knowledge of history - from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance and beyond - and ability to draw a throughline between historical events, Web3 and our world today is truly fascinating.Josh contends that we are living through the greatest Renaissance in history. How will historians look back on today? Tune in to find out.We discuss:- medieval life- what defines a Renaissance- the advent of a dynamic identity- signs of a reformation- what drives history- layering ownership into communication- the pendulum between aggregation and decentralization- how Web3 brings the missing element to the internet- why we are living through THE greatest Renaissance- how will society be impacted- -Follow Josh: https://twitter.com/JoshuaRosenthalFollow Jason: https://twitter.com/JasonYanowitzFollow Empire: https://twitter.com/theempirepodSubscribe on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/4fdhhb2jSubscribe on Apple: https://tinyurl.com/mv4frfv7 Subscribe on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/wbaypprw--Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/- -ParaSwap:If you want to make a swap at the best price across the DeFi market, check out paraswap.io. ParaSwap’s state-of-the-art algorithm beats the market price across all major DEXs and brings you the most optimized swaps with the best prices and lowest slippage.- -(00:00) Introduction(04:07) Medieval You(10:30) Taking the Red Pill(17:45) Self-Generating Demand(21:16)The New Reformation(27:42) A Recreation of Society(32:15) Crypto Is A Counterweight To Aggregation(37:18) Paraswap Ad(38:26) Choosing Your Identity(41:59) Synthetic Worlds and Chaotic Change(46:51) Distinguishing the Institution From The Ideology(53:37) Zoom Out(56:46) Our Questions Affect the Outcomes(57:51) Have We Lost Our Ingenuity?(1:06:09) Institutions Eventually Give In(1:07:10) Embracing Pluralism(1:11:36) What Will the World Look Like?(1:15:08) Crypto's Impact on the Middle Class(1:21:18) New Jobs and Opportunities--Disclaimer: Nothing said on Empire is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Santiago, Jason, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

Josh Rosenthal, historian, investor, and founder discusses crypto's key unlock, scarcity vs abundance, history's revolutionary technologies, crypto tribalism, the bidirectional door between the physical and digital world, embracing change, and more in this entertaining podcast.

Join Josh Rosenthal, a crypto historian and Fulbright Scholar, as he draws fascinating parallels between the American Revolution and today's crypto revolution. He discusses the ideals of decentralization and self-governance that both movements share. Explore the historical evolution of value creation, from the Tea Party to modern crypto innovations. Discover the challenges of outdated regulations and the importance of community engagement in shaping decentralized finance. This lively conversation highlights how history informs the revolutionary potential of cryptocurrency.