

Watchman Privacy
Gabriel Custodiet
Watchman Privacy is a techno-adventure show on privacy tactics and evading technological tyranny. While the podcast has will soon stop, the premium newsletter is the future of the brand.
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Dec 9, 2025 • 13min
Samourai Wallet Update
Econo Alchemist, a passionate privacy and Bitcoin advocate, discusses the grassroots efforts to support the Samourai Wallet developers, warning about the impact of their prosecution on privacy technologies. Keone Rodriguez, co-founder of Samourai Wallet, shares his personal journey through media appearances and his upcoming surrender, urging listeners to amplify their campaign by signing the petition. Together, they outline strategies to raise awareness and gather support, emphasizing the importance of freedom in technology.

Nov 29, 2025 • 51min
210 - Keonne Rodriguez: Going to Prison for Privacy
In this engaging discussion, Keonne Rodriguez, co-founder of the Samourai Wallet, shares his harrowing experience of being arrested in a military-style raid over bizarre conspiracy charges. He dives into the chilling reality of house arrest and the aggressive tactics of the Southern District of New York. Keonne highlights the chilling effect on privacy tool developers and warns how any innovation in the space could attract government scrutiny. His story emphasizes the critical need for privacy advocacy amidst increasing legal pressures.

Nov 13, 2025 • 25min
Watchman Privacy UPDATE
In this thought-provoking discussion, meet the creator of NanoGPT, who dives into innovative AI workflows that turn simple prompts into animated narratives. Colonel Wyatt shares his rich experiences across Africa, highlighting the continent's diverse cultures and family dynamics. Paul Rosenberg analyzes the collapse of the Lysi Fair City crypto project, unveiling its security pitfalls. Futurist John Robb warns of how persistent AI might radically transform labor and economies, even considering orbital data centers for future growth.
Oct 14, 2025 • 10min
209 - What is Fed-Posting and How to Spot it
Discover the unsettling world of fed posting, where seemingly harmless advice hides dangerous calls to action. Learn how to spot red flags that signal a shift from legitimate tips to illegal encouragement. The episode dives into the psychological pitfalls of this manipulation and highlights the legal risks for those working in the public privacy space. Plus, stay tuned for an exposé on a content thief who’s endangering followers with plagiarized advice. It's a cautionary tale wrapped in privacy issues and community vigilance!

Oct 8, 2025 • 48min
208 - Conrad Rockenhaus: Tor Exit Node and Policing Abuse
Adrienne Rockenhaus is a privacy advocate and web-hosting professional fighting for her husband Conrad, who faced two military-style raids and incarceration over his work with Tor exit nodes. In this gripping discussion, Adrienne reveals the shocking details of their harrowing experiences, including Conrad's medical crisis in custody and inadequate legal representation. She also highlights the surveillance aspect through recorded raids and the retaliatory actions they've faced since speaking out, urging listeners to support their quest for justice.

Oct 6, 2025 • 1h 12min
207 - Max Tannahill – Bitcoin: Untangling the Knots
In this engaging discussion, Max Tannahill, an alternative Bitcoin commentator, delves into the evolving purpose of Bitcoin, highlighting its transition from a digital cash system to a consensus database. He unpacks the controversial nature of BIP47, and the implications of OP_RETURN on Bitcoin's functionality. Tannahill also explores the discrepancies between UTXO numbers and real user counts, critiques the concept of Bitcoin Knots, and shares thoughts on UK surveillance trends linked to the BRIT ID card. Expect insights laced with humor and a deep dive into Bitcoin's complex dynamics.

Sep 29, 2025 • 55min
206 - Marco Wutzer: The Road from Serfdom
Marco Wutzer, a cryptocurrency fund manager and seasoned world traveler, shares his insights on navigating the chaos of traditional finance and the coexistence of regulated and decentralized crypto sectors. He dives into value assessment in cryptocurrency, emphasizing the importance of technology and ecosystem. Wutzer also discusses his adventures in Latin America, highlighting southern Brazil for its balance of culture and reliability. He critiques the unpredictability of banks and advocates for self-custody in crypto, painting a picture of a future where resilience and innovation thrive.

Sep 25, 2025 • 46min
205 - Beef Initiative: Unmasking the Food Industry
Gabriel Custodiet speaks with June of The Beef Initiative about the dystopian landscape of the American food system: especially beef. GUEST → https://x.com/beefinitiative → https://beefmaps.com/ → https://sofaf.org/ MY PREMIUM NEWSLETTER (THE FUTURE OF WATCHMAN PRIVACY) → http://watchmanstorch.com → Join my exclusive privacy community MY PRIVACY TUTORIALS → https://escapethetechnocracy.com/ (including consulting) → https://watchmanprivacy.com (Gabriel's personal site) → https://twitter.com/watchmanprivacy SUPPORT INDEPENDENT GONZO TECHNO-ADVENTURE JOURNALISM → No sponsors. No ads. Just truth. → https://watchmanprivacy.com/donate.html TIMELINE 00:00 – Introduction 2:25 – The dystopian landscape of Beef 9:20 – Grass fed vs grain fed 14:50 – Vaccines in cattle 17:00 – Value of ruminants 21:25 – The war on small beef business 28:00 – Lab-grown meat (and veganism) 33:50 – How to eat more and better beef 39:05 – The upcoming Farm Bill Music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

Sep 22, 2025 • 25min
How to Receive Sovereign Crypto for Your Organization
A guide for proper cryptocurrency acceptance for your business, foundation, or organization. Emphasis on privacy and sovereignty. Purchase the Product Here → https://escapethetechnocracy.com/desc-how-to-receive-bitcoin-for-your-organization/
Sep 18, 2025 • 60min
204 - Privacy Postmaster 2
Beneath a crimson sky, a specter approaches. The Privacy Postmaster rides... THE PRIVACY POSTMASTER → https://privacypost.io MY PREMIUM NEWSLETTER (THE FUTURE OF WATCHMAN PRIVACY) → http://watchmanstorch.com → Join my exclusive privacy community MY PRIVACY TUTORIALS → https://escapethetechnocracy.com/ (including consulting) → https://watchmanprivacy.com (Gabriel's personal site) → https://twitter.com/watchmanprivacy SUPPORT INDEPENDENT GONZO TECHNO-ADVENTURE JOURNALISM → No sponsors. No ads. Just truth. → https://watchmanprivacy.com/donate.html Music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio


