Opting Out of Unfair Systems

Opting Out of Unfair Systems

Author: Brad Mills March 13, 2021 Duration: 1:10:54
In this episode, Brad is joined by Justin Rhedrick, a.k.a Bitcoin Vegan. As a Bitcoin maximalist, a black man, and an ex-prisoner, Justin's Bitcoin story provides a unique perspective that's world's apart from that of the average Bitcoiner. After getting out of prison, Justin discovered Bitcoin through his grandfather, then his friend Isaiah Jackson (Zay). His story is one of resilience, grit, and Bitcoin at the end of the tunnel. As a guy who went to prison, the traditional system is not exactly amenable to him. Luckily, Bitcoin is a way to opt out. Tune to hear Justin's inspiring story, as well as his and Brad's takes on issues currently surrounding Bitcoin.  Timestamps 00:00:00 - Justin on why Clubhouse is a firsthand experience on all things Bitcoin  00:02:29 - Misconceptions about Bitcoin that won't die 00:04:41 - How everyone is asking about Doge on Clubhouse, and 'toshis'  00:07:41 - Brad's 75-day challenge including buying Bitcoin every day 00:09:51 - Justin on why Bitcoin is like Floyd Mayweather  00:20:42 - As a vegan, is Justin mad about "No Keys, No Cheese"?  00:24:29 - Justin's story - his comeback story powered on by Bitcoin  00:40:32 - Brad and Justin's experiences with judgment in the Fiat system 00:48:05 - On Charlie Shrem, Ross Ulbricht and Roger Ver 00:51:00 - Slavery in prisons, and opting out of unfair systems with Bitcoin 01:02:52 - Why Justin and Charlie Shrem should do a podcast together 01:07:40 - Justin's social media plugs

Hosted by Brad Mills, Magic Internet Money is a conversation about Bitcoin from the ground up. Brad isn't a programmer or a Wall Street analyst; he's an early adopter who examines this technology through the lens of an everyday user. This perspective shapes the entire podcast, focusing on practical understanding over technical jargon. You'll hear discussions that frame Bitcoin as more than an investment-exploring its role as programmable money for the internet, a peer-to-peer cash system, and what many call digital gold. The show digs into why this open-source invention is viewed as a foundational shift, touching on its potential as an uncensorable tool for free speech and a new store of value. Episodes connect the dots between technology, personal sovereignty, and financial self-improvement, making complex ideas accessible. It’s for anyone curious about how Bitcoin intersects with business, technology, and daily life, presented without pretense. Tune in for straightforward talk about what this digital asset class means for the future, all from someone who believes it's the best form of money we've ever seen.
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