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Monero Talk

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Monero Talk broadcasts weekly conversations on YouTube (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... more

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Recent Guests

Jon Padfield
Expert in surveillance tech and privacy advocate
Indiana University (Professor) / Privacy researcher
Episode: Padfield on growing levels of Surveillance & need for Privacy! + Price Report, News & more! EPI 267
John Woods
Monero OG, privacy-focused cryptography engineer
Monero community / privacy crypto projects
Episode: Monero’s influence on the privacy industry w/ John Woods | EPI 387
Paul Sztorc
Bitcoin/cryptocurrency researcher and proponent of sidechains and prediction markets
Independent researcher / Truthcoin (pseudonym)
Episode: Can ZSide Outperform Monero and Zcash? Paul Sztorc Debates Bitcoin Privacy & More | EPI 386
Joel Valenzuela
Guest on Monero Talk discussing Monero, Zcash, and privacy-focused crypto ecosystems
Independent privacy advocate/cryptocurrency researcher
Episode: Monero and Zcash in the Age of Exploits w/ Joel Valenzuela | EPI 385
Naomi Brockwell
Privacy advocate and crypto/privacy tool advocate
Independent, privacy tech advocate
Episode: Naomi Brockwell on Reclaiming our Right to Privacy in the Digital Age | EPI 383
Justin Berman
Developer/engineer involved in FCMP++ stress testing
Monero Core/FCMP++ team
Episode: Monero’s Biggest Privacy Upgrade is Almost Here: Justin Berman on FCMP++ Stressnet Go Live! | EPI 382
Sebastian Perez
Privacy-focused crypto advocate and Monero enthusiast
Independent / Monero community
Episode: Sebastian Perez on Why You Need Privacy to Truly Own Anything | EPI 381
Sir Jam's
Vibe coder, Monero app creator (Superbrain, SuperPay)
Independent developer / Monero community
Episode: SirJaɱzAlot on Monero Super Pay! + Price Report, News & more! EPI 257
Diego Salazar
Member of Cypher Stack, researcher and designer involved in FCMP development
Cypher Stack
Episode: FCMP Update and More with Diego Salazar of Cypher Stack | EPI 379

Host

Doug Shortwave
Host of Monero-focused discussions; frequent moderator and technical explainer.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 127 ratings
  • Get to the point, chumps

    I don’t have all day

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    hhhehhuuuuueu
    United States9 months ago
  • Cheers

    Informative and entertaining

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    swiftxcut
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fighting for our Freedom

    Keep up the great content and fight for our freedom 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    helloagain01
    Australia2 years ago
  • No longer useful

    This was a useful podcast a few years ago. They spend more time bashing Bitcoin than talking about Monero. The people on this podcast are obviously bitter about the non-store value of Monero. Go look elsewhere for useful information about Monero, like YouTube.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JeffA5268
    United States2 years ago
  • Thanks for the education about Monroe

    You guys are doing a great job. Monero is worth letting more people know about!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Iiiiijdn
    Canada2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Some listeners crave more balanced perspectives beyond Monero-centric views.
Some critics feel coverage can be overly niche; others praise candid, uncensored dialogue.
Audience values technical depth and practical privacy tooling discussions.
Community-driven energy and event updates are a standout, making logistics and adoption feel tangible.
Guests with hands-on project work (wallets, onboarding, tooling) are seen as especially valuable.

Chart Rankings

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#167
Colombia/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#213
Israel/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#243
New Zealand/Technology

Talking Points

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Padfield on growing levels of Surveillance & need for Privacy! + Price Report, News & more! EPI 267
Q: What role does Monero play in this landscape according to the guest?
Monero is viewed as a glimmer of hope for private, censorship-resistant digital cash, potentially enabling more private commerce amid expanding surveillance.
Padfield on growing levels of Surveillance & need for Privacy! + Price Report, News & more! EPI 267
Q: How is the surveillance tech described by the expert affecting everyday privacy?
The expert explains that devices like flock cameras and signal-trace systems create a comprehensive social map by linking vehicle signals, personal devices, and location data, making it easy to reconstruct individual patterns of life and behavior.
Can ZSide Outperform Monero and Zcash? Paul Sztorc Debates Bitcoin Privacy & More | EPI 386
Q: You've been working on the idea for a long time and have advocated side chains as a solution. What is the core concept and where do you see this going in practice?
The core concept is that you can have the same base asset (BTC-like) but run separate, compatible Layer-2 ecosystems (sidechains) with different software, allowing experimentation without changing the base layer. The practical goal is to enable a suite of sidechains (including privacy-focused ones like ZSide) that can coexist, attract users, and collectively outpace the limitations of a single-layer design while preserving the security of the main chain.
XMR-Pay w/ SlowBearDigger! + Price, News & More! | EPI 266
Q: How does XMR Pay currently function for users today?
Right now it runs as a JavaScript widget that a merchant can drop on their site; it generates a Monero sub-address per order, checks the blockchain for the corresponding transaction, and confirms payment without exposing private keys. A future plan is to add a WordPress/WooCommerce plugin for easier integration.
How we ensure Monero wins! With Cryptocomicon | EPI 384
Q: How do we ensure Monero wins?
By actively funding development, expanding on-ramps and liquidity, and broadening awareness among wealthy and influential communities, while maintaining Monero's core culture and privacy-first philosophy.

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The show centers on privacy-first digital cash and the Monero ecosystem, blending technical deep-dives with live market talk, event news, and community updates. Episodes frequently feature developers, privacy advocates, and industry observers who discuss protocol upgrades, cross-chain integrations, governance debates, and real-world use cases, often with practical primers for merchants and builders. A standout aspect is the host team's willingness to challenge mainstream crypto narratives while spotlighting on-chain privacy tools, wallet UX, and live event coordination, which keeps content both technically rich and action-oriented for listeners exploring Monero adoption, tooling, and policy implications.

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Recent guests on Monero Talk include:

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2. John Woods
3. Paul Sztorc
4. Joel Valenzuela
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6. Justin Berman
7. Sebastian Perez
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