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Crypto Critics' Corner

Cas Piancey and Bennett Tomlin
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Cryptocurrency
Sam Bankman-Fried
Payments
Tether
Alameda Research
Justin Sun
Cash
Financial Infrastructure
Effective Altruism
Wrapped Bitcoin Entron
KYC AML Regulations
Checks
Community Banking
Bitcoin
Andreessen Horowitz
Changpeng Zhao
Winklevoss Twins
USDD
Tron

Bennett and Cas discuss historical moments in the cryptocurrency and finance industries, focusing on frauds, hacks, exit scams, and other malfeasance.

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Cas and Bennett discuss whether or not SpaceX's Starbase is a good idea.

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Bennett Tomlin and Cas Piancey discuss whether or not $TRUMP, the Donald Trump memecoin, constitutes corruption.

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Bennett Tomlin and Cas Piancey are joined by Rohan Grey to discuss his proposal to create a new digital fiscal regime.

Rohan's paper can be viewed here. This episode was recorded on March 17th, 2025.

Bennett Tomlin and Cas Piancey discuss the unlawful actions of the Trump administration, including unlawful deportations.

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Recent Guests

Rohan Grey
Professor at Willamette University, Research Director of the Digital Fiat Currency Institute
Digital Fiat Currency Institute
Episode: Put Congress on the Blockchain (Feat. Rohan Grey)
Corey Frayer
Former Senior Advisor for Crypto Oversight at the SEC and Director of Investor Protection at the Consumer Federation of America
Consumer Federation of America
Episode: What happened to the SEC? (Feat. Corey Frayer)
Sean Tuffy
Regulatory consultant specialist
Episode: Is there one good regulator between the SEC and the CFTC? (feat. Sean Tuffy)
Joey Politano
An economic analyst and data journalist
Apricitas Economics
Episode: What Donald Trump means for Bitcoin (Feat. Joey Politano)
Andrew Bailey
Co-author of the book Resistance Money
Resistance Money
Episode: Is Bitcoin good for the world? (feat. Andrew Bailey)
Travis Kimmel
CEO of a startup discussed in the episode
Episode: Is Venture Capital Good?
Vincent Woo
Investigative journalist based out of the Bay Area
Episode: Is Effective Altruism Evil? (Feat. Vincent Woo)
Ed Zitron
A writer and podcaster, he runs the Better Offline podcast and is known for his critical views on technology and finance.
Cool Zone Media, Better Offline
Episode: Two giant river boys and their missing $1,000,000,000: the Winklevoss Twins (Feat. Ed Zitron)
Molly White
A frequent guest on the podcast and a critic of crypto ventures
Founder of citationneeded.news and web3isgoingjustgreat.com
Episode: Read, Write, Owned: Broken Web3 Promises (Feat. Molly White)

Hosts

Cas Piancey
Co-host with a strong approach to critical analysis in finance and technology, often discussing ethical implications.
Bennett Tomlin
Co-host with extensive research background, focusing on economic implications of technology and regulation.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 871 ratings
  • One of my favs

    Great work! Please continue!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DJ XUUUX
    United States3 months ago
  • You’ve become hysterical

    Dial down the hysteria please. This pod used to be a lot better

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Tombot82
    Australia6 months ago
  • Very informative

    Very interesting and helpful content - thank you for your critical voices in this field

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    caro_m510
    Germany6 months ago
  • Thanks so much to Cas and Bennett for the time and effort you put into this important work. The more this message is spread, the more chance there is that sense will prevail. I suspect like me they often weep tears of despair for the fate of humanity...

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Spanish Dan
    7 months ago
  • Geir

    Lucky trump got back into power, endless content

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mactotalendelux
    Norway8 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

There are some comments regarding the pacing of episodes and desire for more frequent content.
Listeners appreciate the depth of research and insights shared by the hosts and guests.
Many reviews highlight the hosts' ability to entertain while providing critical economic education.
The podcast is well-received for its analytical and skeptical stance on cryptocurrencies and their impact.
Very informative content that keeps listeners engaged and critical of mainstream narratives in the field.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#90
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#104
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#106
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Put Congress on the Blockchain (Feat. Rohan Grey)
Q: Can you discuss the moral hazards involved in unlimited deposit insurance?
The conversation points to significant risks where banks may take greater risks knowing they will be bailed out, and how this could ultimately harm the banking system more broadly.
What Donald Trump means for Bitcoin (Feat. Joey Politano)
Q: What do you think about the attitudes of lawmakers towards cryptocurrency now?
Joey remarks that a noticeable public opinion shift has occurred, leading to more politicians showing interest in cryptocurrency due to its growing influence and contributions.
What Donald Trump means for Bitcoin (Feat. Joey Politano)
Q: How did the election outcomes reflect the shift in crypto lobbying effectiveness?
Joey explains that significant financial contributions from the crypto industry influenced election results, resulting in pro-crypto candidates winning even in competitive races.
What Donald Trump means for Bitcoin (Feat. Joey Politano)
Q: What do you anticipate will happen regarding cryptocurrency under the incoming Trump administration?
Joey indicates there may be more favorable policies arising from the new administration due to significant financial backing from the crypto industry during the elections.
Why Crypto Will Never Fix Payments (Feat. Patrick McKenzie)
Q: How does KYC AML intentionally affect the payment experience?
KYC AML creates winners and losers, often making it difficult for underbanked individuals to access banking services, but it doesn't necessarily need to be difficult if policies were adjusted appropriately.

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The podcast offers a critical exploration of the cryptocurrency and finance industries, examining historical instances of fraud, hacks, and other forms of malfeasance. Various episodes feature in-depth discussions about controversial figures in the tech industry, such as Elon Musk, and how their actions shape financial landscapes. The hosts engage with expert guests to provide insights into regulatory complexities and the ethical dilemmas arising within the crypto space. Noteworthy for its blend of skepticism and humor, the content challenges both the societal narratives surrounding cryptocurrencies and their potential consequences on governance and consumer protections.

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1. Rohan Grey
2. Corey Frayer
3. Sean Tuffy
4. Joey Politano
5. Andrew Bailey
6. Travis Kimmel
7. Vincent Woo
8. Ed Zitron

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