Monero Talk

Monero Talk broadcasts weekly conversations on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/c/monerotalk) with topical guests to understand what the Monero cryptocurrency is today and what it hopes to become. We strive to give birth to new Monero users by simply reporting on the facts in our search to answer the question--Is Monero the truest cryptocurrency of them all? In staying true to the Monero ethos, we aim to always be skeptical. While we are Monero Talk by name, and Monero devotees at heart, the intention of the show is to ultimately discover and support the one blockchain that is most aligned with the original cypherpunk and crypto-anarchist ideals that cryptocurrency was born from. And the one that is most likely to succeed at becoming true digital cash. So far, we believe Monero is the one. Guests include: The developers and researchers working on the open source core protocol and the cryptography behind it; The people building the projects and infrastructure supporting the protocol; Privacy advocates and people building privacy enhancing technologies; Analysts and investors speculating on Monero's growth; Journalists and pundits weighing in on Monero's place in the crypto-sphere; and Respected (sometimes controversial) contributors and community members. If you enjoyed the show & would like to support us, a donation of any size would be greatly appreciated and would mean so much! Monero (XMR) Donation Address: 88MWhce9wToCCENbRgfZ6X54Dx8HF4bYY79YkYN9nXeqCDmykzXuq48HWe6k9eZDkA4iYpLbTsvpXPnAGCALHTTMLUp8cWi

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Jan 4, 2025 • 1h 18min

Unmasking Elon Musk: Derrick Broze on Free Speech and Technocracy | EPI 336

Any donation is greatly appreciated! 47e6GvjL4in5Zy5vVHMb9PQtGXQAcFvWSCQn2fuwDYZoZRk3oFjefr51WBNDGG9EjF1YDavg7pwGDFSAVWC5K42CBcLLv5U OR DONATE HERE: https://www.monerotalk.live/donate TODAY'S SHOW: In this episode of MoneroTalk, Douglas Tuman speaks with independent journalist Derrick Broze about Elon Musk's true intentions, cryptocurrency, and freedom movements. Derrick discusses his early warnings about Musk's connections to the PayPal mafia and government contracts. The conversation explores how Musk's promotion of Dogecoin instead of privacy-focused cryptocurrencies like Monero reveals his true priorities. Derrick shares his recent experience with debanking, where Wise froze approximately $5,000 of his funds. The discussion also highlights Derrick's upcoming People's Reset conference, taking place from January 29th to February 2nd in Mexico. The event expects 300-400 in-person attendees and 10,000 online viewers, focusing on practical solutions for freedom, including cryptocurrency adoption, permaculture, and building parallel systems. TIMESTAMPS: (00:05:00) Elon Musk's Influence and Technocracy (00:15:19) Critique of Hero Worship and “Freedom Figures” (00:37:31) Decentralized Internet, Mesh Networks, Starlink Concerns (00:50:44) Personal Experiences with Financial Censorship (00:55:27) Crypto Education and Adoption Challenges (01:00:10) "The People's Reset" and Building Decentralized Systems LINKS: https://x.com/DBrozeLiveFree Purchase Cafe & tip the farmers w/ XMR! https://gratuitas.org/ Purchase a plug & play Monero node at https://moneronodo.com SPONSORS: Cakewallet.com, the first open-source Monero wallet for iOS. You can even exchange between XMR, BTC, LTC & more in the app! Monero.com by Cake Wallet - ONLY Monero wallet (https://monero.com/) StealthEX, an instant exchange. Go to (https://stealthex.io) to instantly exchange between Monero and 450 plus assets, w/o having to create an account or register & with no limits. WEBSITE: https://www.monerotopia.com CONTACT: monerotalk@protonmail.com ODYSEE: https://odysee.com/@MoneroTalk:8 TWITTER: https://twitter.com/monerotalk FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/MoneroTalk HOST: https://twitter.com/douglastuman INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/monerotalk TELEGRAM: https://t.me/monerotopia MATRIX: https://matrix.to/#/%23monerotopia%3Amonero.social MASTODON: @Monerotalk@mastodon.social MONERO.TOWN: https://monero.town/u/monerotalk

Dec 29, 2024 • 4h 17min

Special Guest QueenTatiana! + Price, News & MUCH More! | EPI 195

Dec 27, 2024 • 2h 2min

Luke Parker: FCMP’s, Serai, his call for a Post Quantum XMR & what he means by “stepping back" | EPI 335

Any donation is greatly appreciated! 47e6GvjL4in5Zy5vVHMb9PQtGXQAcFvWSCQn2fuwDYZoZRk3oFjefr51WBNDGG9EjF1YDavg7pwGDFSAVWC5K42CBcLLv5U OR DONATE HERE: https://www.monerotalk.live/donate TODAY'S SHOW: In this episode of MoneroTalk, Douglas Tuman speaks with Luke Parker (@kayabaNerve) about critical developments in Monero. Luke discusses the status of full-chain membership proofs, explaining that his development work is complete and submitted, while integration work continues under Justin Berman. Luke details how the new protocol will provide improved privacy features, including forward secrecy and better hardware wallet support. He also addresses his recent 'stepping back' announcement, clarifying that while he's reducing some commitments, he continues work on critical projects like Serai DEX. A significant portion of the discussion focuses on Monero's need for quantum resistance, with Luke emphasizing the urgency of developing post-quantum protocols within the next few years. The interview concludes with updates on the Serai project, including its ongoing audit process and development status. TIMESTAMPS: (00:04:06) Full-Chain Membership Proofs++ Development Status (00:07:39) Technical Implementation and Benefits (00:41:28) Quantum Resistance Discussion (01:45:40) Serai Project Update (02:02:00) Luke's Role in Monero Development LINKS: https://x.com/kayabanerve Purchase Cafe & tip the farmers w/ XMR! https://gratuitas.org/ Purchase a plug & play Monero node at https://moneronodo.com SPONSORS: Cakewallet.com, the first open-source Monero wallet for iOS. You can even exchange between XMR, BTC, LTC & more in the app! Monero.com by Cake Wallet - ONLY Monero wallet (https://monero.com/) StealthEX, an instant exchange. Go to (https://stealthex.io) to instantly exchange between Monero and 450 plus assets, w/o having to create an account or register & with no limits. WEBSITE: https://www.monerotopia.com CONTACT: monerotalk@protonmail.com ODYSEE: https://odysee.com/@MoneroTalk:8 TWITTER: https://twitter.com/monerotalk FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/MoneroTalk HOST: https://twitter.com/douglastuman INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/monerotalk TELEGRAM: https://t.me/monerotopia MATRIX: https://matrix.to/#/%23monerotopia%3Amonero.social MASTODON: @Monerotalk@mastodon.social MONERO.TOWN: https://monero.town/u/monerotalk

Dec 15, 2024 • 3h 37min

MoneroTopia Conf debrief and BTC TKVR Privacy Magazine with Vlad Costea! | EPI 333

Any donation is greatly appreciated! 47e6GvjL4in5Zy5vVHMb9PQtGXQAcFvWSCQn2fuwDYZoZRk3oFjefr51WBNDGG9EjF1YDavg7pwGDFSAVWC5K42CBcLLv5U OR DONATE HERE: https://www.monerotalk.live/donate TODAY'S SHOW: In this episode of MoneroTalk Douglas Tuman welcomes back Vlad, an early Bitcoiner and a Monero enthusiast, for a candid discussion on the latest developments in the Monero community, crypto culture, and the broader privacy-tech landscape. They discuss the debate over digital gold vs. digital cash, what has changed about Bitcoin culture, and buying nostalgic Nintendo gear with Monero. Tune in to hear about highlights from the recent MoneroTopia conference, updates about XMR Bazaar marketplace, and Vlad's new Privacy Magazine Project. TIMESTAMPS: (00:01:14) MoneroTopia Recap (00:39:23) XMR Bazaar Discussion (00:55:01) Vlad's Privacy Magazine (01:09:10) Monero Supply and Utility vs. Bitcoin (01:20:52) David Chaum and His Impact (01:24:21) Future of Monerotopia (01:37:44) Closing Remarks & XMR Bazaar Reccomendations LINKS: https://x.com/TheVladCostea Purchase Cafe & tip the farmers w/ XMR! https://gratuitas.org/ Purchase a plug & play Monero node at https://moneronodo.com SPONSORS: Cakewallet.com, the first open-source Monero wallet for iOS. You can even exchange between XMR, BTC, LTC & more in the app! Monero.com by Cake Wallet - ONLY Monero wallet (https://monero.com/) StealthEX, an instant exchange. Go to (https://stealthex.io) to instantly exchange between Monero and 450 plus assets, w/o having to create an account or register & with no limits. WEBSITE: https://www.monerotopia.com CONTACT: monerotalk@protonmail.com ODYSEE: https://odysee.com/@MoneroTalk:8 TWITTER: https://twitter.com/monerotalk FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/MoneroTalk HOST: https://twitter.com/douglastuman INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/monerotalk TELEGRAM: https://t.me/monerotopia MATRIX: https://matrix.to/#/%23monerotopia%3Amonero.social MASTODON: @Monerotalk@mastodon.social MONERO.TOWN: https://monero.town/u/monerotalk

Dec 1, 2024 • 2h 51min

MoneroTopia24 Conference Debrief! + Price, News & MUCH More! | EPI 192

Nov 10, 2024 • 3h 25min

MoneroTopia Speaker Aarón Díaz! + Price, News & MUCH More! | EPI 191

Nov 7, 2024 • 1h 10min

Jeff Berwick on XMR, Encoding Unstoppable Liberty & Escaping Technocratic State | EPI 332

Any donation is greatly appreciated! 47e6GvjL4in5Zy5vVHMb9PQtGXQAcFvWSCQn2fuwDYZoZRk3oFjefr51WBNDGG9EjF1YDavg7pwGDFSAVWC5K42CBcLLv5U OR DONATE HERE: https://www.monerotalk.live/donate TODAY'S SHOW: Douglas Tuman chats with crypto-anarchist and founder of the Dollar Vigilante Jeff Berwick. In this discussion Berwick explores the "matrix" of societal control, his belief in the importance of self-transformation, and the power of privacy-focused currencies like Monero as tools for autonomy. They also delve into alternative technology, including Berwick’s use of Tesla-inspired healing devices, and discuss strategies for maintaining Monero’s independence amidst rising governmental control. Get ready for a thought-provoking conversation about freedom, personal empowerment, and the potential for decentralized finance. TIMESTAMPS: (00:01:48) - The Current State of Society (00:05:04) - Political Views and Voting (00:06:44) - Personal Transformation (00:07:32) - Monero’s Role in Freedom (00:09:26) - Theories on Power and Control (00:11:52) - Meditation and Reality (00:13:23) - Monero vs. Bitcoin (00:16:25) - Privacy in Cryptocurrency (00:20:02) - Technology and the Matrix (00:23:03) - Tesla Machine and Health (00:26:29) - MoneroTopia Conference (00:28:10) - Peer-to-Peer Donation Platforms (00:30:17) - Monero Community and Culture (00:32:17) - Future of Bitcoin and Monero (00:34:44) - Conference Strategy (00:37:49) - Alternative Health Practices (00:39:39) - DMT and Reality (00:45:03) - Monero Marketplace (00:50:42) - Advice to the Monero Community (00:57:57) - Upcoming Monero Privacy Improvements (00:59:54) - Copa Monero Tournament (01:04:17) - Event Inspiration and Closing Remarks (01:06:34) - Future Predictions (01:08:20) - Vision for a Free Society LINKS: https://x.com/BerwickJeff/ Purchase Cafe & tip the farmers w/ XMR! https://gratuitas.org/ Purchase a plug & play Monero node at https://moneronodo.com SPONSORS: Cakewallet.com, the first open-source Monero wallet for iOS. You can even exchange between XMR, BTC, LTC & more in the app! Monero.com by Cake Wallet - ONLY Monero wallet (https://monero.com/) StealthEX, an instant exchange. Go to (https://stealthex.io) to instantly exchange between Monero and 450 plus assets, w/o having to create an account or register & with no limits. WEBSITE: https://www.monerotopia.com CONTACT: monerotalk@protonmail.com ODYSEE: https://odysee.com/@MoneroTalk:8 TWITTER: https://twitter.com/monerotalk FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/MoneroTalk HOST: https://twitter.com/douglastuman INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/monerotalk TELEGRAM: https://t.me/monerotopia MATRIX: https://matrix.to/#/%23monerotopia%3Amonero.social MASTODON: @Monerotalk@mastodon.social MONERO.TOWN: https://monero.town/u/monerotalk

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