ioRadio - The Technology and Ethics Podcast

In this episode I begin going over the footage from the Bitcoin 2026 conference in Las Vegas and comment on some of the presentations, from the wacky to the deceptive. Original post: https://ioradio.org/2026/05/19/ioradio50-bitcoin-2026-wacky-woo-and-egregious-lies-ioradio-org/ Please subscribe if you would be so kind! https://youtube.com/americanscreamvideo?sub_confirmation=1 Video version here:...

In this episode I accept the challenge of a crypto maxi to "debate" on Twitter spaces. I am reminded that many crypto people seem to be interesting and intelligent, but there are limits to how much they can be reasoned with. Please subscribe if you would be so kind! https://youtube.com/americanscreamvideo?sub_confirmation=1 Video version here: https://youtu.be/mvgITBQ_keg Source: https://ioradio.o...

In this episode I give a short update on what’s been going on in the state of the crypto industry, and why myself and others might be burning out, just as crypto itself seems to be burning out. I also talk about how disappointed I am in the mainstream media and why I turned down contributing to a Wall Street Journal article about crypto. Please subscribe if you would be so kind! https://youtube.co...

Notorious anti-crypto critic and goldbug, Peter Schiff gets booked at the Bitcoin 2025 convention in Vegas and has an opportunity to tell the audience what he thinks of their “investment.” It results in a refreshing amount of common sense at a convention otherwise dominated by propaganda, fearmongering and delusions of grandeur. But Peter Schiff isn’t innocent either. In some cases he has his own...

Today with talk with Lou, a French Canadian and independent crypto investigator who has been taking an interest in the odd dynamics between various entities in the crypto markets. He has formulated what he considers to be a possible explanation for how various crypto exchanges and others are engaged in market manipulation. Note that this is one person’s opinion and only a theory, but he has a reas...

In today's episode I have a casual conversation with “Matthew” a 26-year old from Estonia, whos convinced Bitcoin is his ticket to financial freedom and that he’s found a "system" that work to consistently bring in money. What do YOU think? Please subscribe if you would be so kind! https://youtube.com/americanscreamvideo?sub_confirmation=1 Video version here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mB6hM9...

On today's show, we're going through a presentation made at the "Bitcoin For America" conference a few weeks ago, entitled: "Strategic Bitcoin Reserve: A Strategy For US Digital Supremacy" What does that actually mean? Will Michael Saylor actually provide any specific details on how this will work, or will be shower everybody with his unique brand of abstract, AI-inspired techno-babble? Tune in an...

In today's episode I chat with Yvonne Taylor of the organization Seneca Lake Guardian and an affiliate of the National Coalition Against Crypto Mining. Yvonne has been battling environmental issues in the Finger Lakes region of New York for many years and recently a refurbished coal power plant has been turned back on and used for crypto mining. Please subscribe if you would be so kind! https://yo...

Michael Saylor, principle in public company MicroStrategy who has now turned into "Bitcoin Jesus" has changed the name of the company and gone "all in" on Bitcoin. What is he and is company actually up to? Let's take a look. Please subscribe if you would be so kind! https://youtube.com/americanscreamvideo?sub_confirmation=1 Video version here: https://youtu.be/NNsLeJ7hXSE Main page: https://ioradi...

Today we hear from a crypto developer and marketer who was deep in the trenches for several years and finally decided he wanted out. We'll call him 'Labcrazy2600' and he shares with us his story. At this time, he still wishes to remain anonymous and is careful to not go into too many details whereby he could be recognized. This appears to be a common theme with those leaving the crypto industry: t...

If there's one thing crypto bros love to do, is talk endlessly about how awesome their tech and tokens are, about how messed up the real world is and how crypto magically fixes everything. But there are plenty of things they will not admit and do not want to talk about. If you want to see how fast they'll change the subject, bring up one of these topics.. Please subscribe if you would be so kind!...

In this episode, I discuss one of the more popular crypto talking points: Is Bitcoin "digital gold?" Is it really a reliable long term store of value? Is it actually an "investment?" What is the evidence that buying bitcoin makes economic sense? Is it really a hedge against inflation? Please subscribe if you would be so kind! https://youtube.com/americanscreamvideo?sub_confirmation=1 Video version...

There is a dark secret in the crypto world that mainstream media does not want to acknowledge. A dark secret that will affect each and every crypto holder at one point in time. No, it is not Tether or other Stablecoins although that is another ticking time bomb. I am talking about something that should strike fear into the hearts of even the most committed HODLer: Is your Crypto Clean or Dirty? Is...

For this episode we have a "who's who" of Crypto Critics who have assembled in Twitter Spaces, hosted by author Jake Donoghue, of "Crypto Confidential." Jake put together a team of prominent people to discuss the current state of the industry, including myself, former SEC cybercrime head, John Reed Stark, journalist David Gerard, tech entrepreneur Dave Troy, senior policy analyst Mark Hays and oth...

In this episode, I speak with a solar energy company founder about why he's into Bitcoin and how he thinks it helps the renewable energy industry. We touch on a number of topics including his argument for a best example of why crypto does something better than existing tech. Do you believe he's right? Does crypto do something positive for the renewable energy industry? For part 2 of the discussion...

This is my commentary on my third annual virtual pilgrimage to the Bitcoin convention. I resolve the multi-day event into 13 minutes of pure unadulterated CRAY-CRAY for your amusement. Video version here: https://youtu.be/YY_hZEU1spk For more visit our web site at https://ioRadio.org Please be sure to subscribe to our YouTube at: https://youtube.com/americanscreamvideo?sub_confirmation=1

Today's guest, whom we'll refer to by his popular discord handle, "Homestead Hacker" thought he found his dream job, working in the exciting world of "web3". This was supposed to be the cutting edge of emerging technology, involving crypto, blockchain, gaming and more. Unfortunately our guest realized it didn't turn out the way he'd imagined. He takes us through his experience working for a web3 g...

As part of our outreach to engage and educate people in the crypto community, this is another in our "debate a crypto bro" series. We encourage people in the crypto industry to open a dialogue and exchange ideas and arguments to better understand all sides of this "industry." In today's episode I talk with "Dr. Rob", a veterinarian in New Zealand who wants to discuss what he believes are the stron...

As part of our outreach to engage and educate people in the crypto community, this is another in our "debate a crypto bro" series. We encourage people in the crypto industry to open a dialogue and exchange ideas and arguments to better understand all sides of this "industry." In today's episode I talk with "Dr. Rob", a veterinarian in New Zealand who wants to discuss what he believes are the stron...

I speak with author and former crypto industry insider, Jake Donoghue about his new book, "Crypto Confidential: An Insider's Account From The Frontlines Of Fraud." In this book, Jake talks about his time working on launching a crypto company and then pivoting to start an agency that helps launch other crypto projects. He pulls no punches in describing the multi-layered fraud and deception which se...

In this episode I sit down with the author of two books on the crypto industry, IT professional and writer, David Gerard. David has been calling attention to the irrationality and criminality in the crypto industry for many years. Let's see what he thinks of the current state of the industry and its many colorful players. For more visit www.ioRadio.org Video version here: https://youtu.be/UyYPJRS9...

One of the most detailed and prolific sources of data on the shenanigans of people like Elon Musk, Andrew Tate, Kevin O'Leary and others can be found on a YouTube channel called, "The Common Sense Skeptic." In the short time he's been producing videos, he's managed to publish a wide array of very detailed, very damning details of some of these controversial characters' pasts and present. We talk a...

You've heard the stories about people who go "all in" on Bitcoin. These are the "pink unicorns" of investing. Does it make sense to put all your eggs in one crypto basket? Well, we talk to one guy who's done that, and try to explain why that might be a bad idea. It's been a few weeks and there's been some interest to check back in with our infamous crypto unicorn who has gone "all in" on Bitcoin a...

You've heard the stories about people who go "all in" on Bitcoin. These are the "pink unicorns" of investing. Does it make sense to put all your eggs in one crypto basket? Well, we talk to one guy who's done that, and try to explain why that might be a bad idea. For more visit www.ioRadio.org Video version here: https://youtu.be/Oaz7uCV2U0U Please be sure to subscribe to our YouTube at: https://yo...

It's the reason for the season! NuMb3R g0 uP! We address one of the principal crypto talking points, that if the trading price of bitcoin is so high, does that mean we're all wrong in our criticism of bitcoin and the crypto industry? For more visit www.ioRadio.org Video version here: https://youtu.be/T_1onyPsjeE Please be sure to subscribe to our YouTube at: https://youtube.com/americanscreamvideo...