Best Max Sklar Podcasts (2023)

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The Local Maximum

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Ep. 306 - Spotify Shrinks, OpenAI Returns, and Household Robots Emerge 30:16

27m ago30:16

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In today's December news update, Max talks about industry events like the layoffs at Spotify and the recent turmoil with OpenAI's management. He also talks about the NYU/Meta collaboration on household robot technology called DobbE.By Max Sklar

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Web3 with Sam Kamani

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106: Revolutionizing Blockchain: Cartesi's Journey Towards Decentralized Innovation with Max 43:47

5h ago43:47

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In this insightful episode, Sam Kamani welcomes Max from Cartesi to delve into the burgeoning world of blockchain and its vast potential. Max shares his journey into blockchain, elucidating on Cartesi's novel approach to blockchain scalability and its application-specific rollups. Join us as we explore the evolving landscape of decentralized financ…

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The Local Maximum

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Ep. 305 - Fragmented: Health Care and Data with Ilana Yurkiewicz 36:38

8d ago36:38

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Today's guest is Ilana Yurkiewicz, author of Fragmented: A Doctor's Quest to Piece Together American Health Care. The conversation starts with our health data, but goes into practical advice for patients and doctors.By Max Sklar

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Web3 with Sam Kamani

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105: How to Avoid Crypto Scams and Invest for the Long Run with Guest Speaker Jeremy Britton. Founder of Boston Trading Co a crypto hedge fund 50:14

8d ago50:14

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Welcome to another episode of Web3 with Sam Kamani. I’m your host, Sam Kamani, and today’s guest is a true pioneer in bringing traditional finance best practices to the world of crypto investing. I had the pleasure of speaking with Jeremy Britton, Founder of London Trading Company, the world’s first crypto mutual fund. In this episode, Jeremy share…

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The Local Maximum

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Ep. 304 - OpenAI Fails to Align 30:13

9d ago30:13

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Max covers the dramatic conflict between the board of directors of OpenAI, and former CEO Sam Altman who they voted to remove over the weekend. Is this about AI Alignment? Personality clashes? Or oddball Corporate governance?localmaxradio.com/304By Max Sklar

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Web3 with Sam Kamani

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104: Revolutionizing Blockchain: A Deep Dive into Web3's Global Impact and Versatus's Role with Guest Speaker Andrew Smith. 52:44

9d ago52:44

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In this enlightening episode of "Web3 with Sam Kamani," host Sam Kamani engages in a deep conversation with Andrew, a forward-thinking entrepreneur in the Web3 space This episode provides insights into the diverse global views on blockchain, the promise of decentralized technology in Asia, challenges in American innovation, and the need for scalabl…

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Web3 with Sam Kamani

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103: Exploring Web3 Security and Web3 Development with Collin Woodward from StealthTest 34:33

22d ago34:33

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In this episode of "Web3 with Sam Kamani," we delve into the evolving landscape of Web3 development, focusing on the crucial aspects of security and private testing environments. Our guest, Colin, President and General Counsel of StealthTest, shares his insights on the necessity of private testing networks in the Web3 realm. Colin discusses Stealth…

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The Local Maximum

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Ep. 303 - Pharaohs and the Exodus with Alexander Hool 1:01:17

28d ago1:01:17

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Max talks to Alexander Hool, author of Pharaoh: Biblical History, Egypt, and the Missing Millennium about alternative theories on the chronology of ancient Egypt as it relates to the Exodus and other biblical narratives. Max also talks about his further dives into ancient Egypt and what he's learned.…

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Web3 with Sam Kamani

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102: Demystifying NFT Winter and the Future of Blockchain with Tama Churchouse 49:20

23d ago49:20

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This episode of the Web3 with Sam Kamani podcast featuers Tama Churchouse, Chief Operating Officer of Cumberland Labs, an early stage blockchain venture studio backed by DRW and Cumberland. Tama has been involved in crypto since 2016, coming from over 10 years in structured finance at JP Morgan in Hong Kong. At Cumberland Labs, Tama helps ideate, s…

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The Local Maximum

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Ep. 302 - Sturbridge Village Retreat 1:00:16

1M ago1:00:16

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Max and Aaron talk about this year's retreat at Sturbridge Village, MA. They go over the best and worst of their predictions from previous retreats, and what predictions they make for the future.By Max Sklar

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Web3 with Sam Kamani

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101: From making movies to liberating the internet with guest speaker Jesse Berger. 49:29

30d ago49:29

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In this episode I am interviewing Jesse Berger, Jesse is a serial founder, entrepreneur, movie maker and a decentralization enthusiast. He has raised tens of millions for tech startups and 100s of millions for the movies that he has produced. This episode has lots of learnings from Jesse’s experience of building a startup, producing movies, raising…

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Kinsella On Liberty

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KOL421 | The Local Maximum with Max Sklar: Ep. 297 – The Fallacy of Intellectual Property 51:48

1M ago51:48

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Kinsella on Liberty Podcast: Episode 421.This is my appearance on Episode 297 of The Local Maximum with host Max Sklar. Recorded Sep. 13, 2023, published Sep. 27, 2023. From their shownotes:Max talks to Stephan Kinsella, a libertarian intellectual property lawyer who ardently challenges the very foundations of IP. Kinsella delves deep into the core…

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The Local Maximum

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Ep. 301 - Cultural Contradictions: War, Academia, and Entertainment 35:15

1M ago35:15

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Max and Aaron continue their conversation last week, this time covering the reaction to world events in Universities and cultural institutions; as well as the contradictions around calls for free speech. Max also reviews the movie "Dumb Money" which covers the Game Stop short squeeze and is an early narrative builder on the handling of the Covid pa…

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Web3 with Sam Kamani

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100: Building the Future of Crypto Accessibility and Renegade with guest speaker Daniel A. Strele-Ramonis 49:36

1M ago49:36

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Join host Sam Kamani in an enlightening conversation with Daniel, the creator of Renegade, a remarkable crypto project. Daniel shares his journey from venture capital to blockchain, explaining how Renegade bridges traditional finance and cryptocurrencies by offering users an IBAN account with Visa cards for seamless crypto use in daily life. Discov…

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The Local Maximum

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Ep. 300 - War in the Middle East, Part I 51:07

2M ago51:07

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Max and Aaron react to the terror attack in Israel earlier this month, and discuss both its geopolitical significance and dealing with the shock and grief.By Max Sklar

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Web3 with Sam Kamani

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99: Inventing a new programming language and Exploring Lexon - A Revolutionary Smart Contract Language with guest speaker Henning Diedrich 46:33

1M ago46:33

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Welcome to another enthralling episode of "Web3 with Sam Kamani," your gateway to the latest in the world of Web3, blockchain, and crypto. In this episode, we embark on a fascinating journey with Henning Diedrich, the visionary creator behind Lexon, a groundbreaking programming language meticulously crafted for smart contracts. Our dynamic host, Sa…

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The Local Maximum

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Ep. 299 - Sam Kamani with an Intro to Web 3 38:10

2M ago38:10

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Max talks to investor, founder, and podcaster Sam Kamani about Web 3.0, Crypto, AI, and Podcasting.By Max Sklar

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Web3 with Sam Kamani

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98: Max Sklar an engineering and innovations export uncovers: AI's Untold Secrets, the Future of Code & the Quest for Machine Consciousness! 53:12

2M ago53:12

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In this thought-provoking podcast episode, Max and engineer and an AI expert, explores the exciting yet cautionary landscape of AI and technology. He shares insights on generative technologies, the balance between AI hype and skepticism, and the future of programming. Max also dives into the complexities of consciousness and the philosophical dimen…

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The Local Maximum

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Ep. 298 - Veto Powers, Programming Languages, and Terminals 47:32

2M ago47:32

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Max and Aaron discuss recent works at Local Maximum Labs, including feedback on the new Great Compromise constitution, and the programming language for newmap.aiBy Max Sklar

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Web3 with Sam Kamani

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97: Making Decentrasied finance accessible to all, From MakerDAO to Summer.fi, with guest speaker - Chris Bradbury 1:00:34

2M ago1:00:34

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In this conversation with Chris, we explore his fascinating journey into the realm of cryptocurrency and DeFi. It all began when he assumed the role of a product manager at MakerDAO back in 2018, where his primary focus was on enhancing user interfaces. Chris played a pivotal role in improving the user experience, particularly within the B2C and re…

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The Local Maximum

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Ep. 297 - Stephan Kinsella: The Fallacy of Intellectual Property 51:47

2M ago51:47

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Max talks to Stephan Kinsella, a libertarian intellectual property lawyer who ardently challenges the very foundations of IP. Kinsella delves deep into the core arguments underpinning intellectual property and the inherent fallacies. They also discuss the impact of generative AI on the copyright landscape.…

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Web3 with Sam Kamani

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96: Investing in Web3 startups and token and coming trends in Defi with Venture Capitalist - Ivan Maltsev 30:54

2M ago30:54

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In this insightful episode of "Web3 with Sam Kamani," host Sam Kamani welcomes Ivan Maltsev, co-founder of 3x Capital, for an engaging conversation about Ivan's journey in the crypto space and the unique approach of 3x Capital in supporting Web3 startups. The episode begins with a deep dive into Ivan's background, from his entrepreneurial ventures …

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Kinsella On Liberty

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KOL420 | There Ain’t No Intellectual Property: The Personal Story of a Discovery (PFS 2023)

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Kinsella on Liberty Podcast: Episode 420.From the recently-concluded Seventeenth Annual (2023) Meeting of the PFS, Bodrum, Turkey (Sep. 24, 2023). The slide presentation is streamed below (ppt). Video is also below.It will also be podcast later on the Property and Freedom Podcast, as well as the panel discussion later in the day (video below).Kinse…

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The Local Maximum

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Ep. 296 - Government vs Google and Amazon Anti-Trust 32:47

2M ago32:47

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Todays guest is Adam Kovacevich of Chamber of Progress who brings us the latest in the suits that federal government agencies are bringing against Google and Amazon. Who is behind this, what is being alleged, why now, and what might be the consequences?localmaxradio.com/296By Max Sklar

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Web3 with Sam Kamani

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95: Fostering Community Engagement with the Cofounder of Galxe - Charles Wayn 33:05

2M ago33:05

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In our latest episode, join me as I sit down with Charles Wayn, the dynamic Co-founder and CEO of Galxe. As a pioneering platform in the web3 ecosystem, Galxe has achieved significant milestones: amassing over 10 million users, integration with 16 blockchains, and enhancing the growth of platforms like Optimism, Polygon, and Arbitrum. The heart of …

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The Local Maximum

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Ep. 295 - Rewriting the Constitution: Did the Founders Screw up the Senate 1:03:43

3M ago1:03:43

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Max and Aaron talk about Max's newly-released research paper, Toward a New Great Compromise, which includes a refresh of the US Constitutional structure. Max shares what he learned about the founders of the country and why some of our institutions have been failing as of late.localmaxradio.com/295By Max Sklar

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Web3 with Sam Kamani

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94: Special short form interview with Vitalik Buterin. 5:38

3M ago5:38

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Welcome to another episode of "Web3 with Sam Kamani." Today is a landmark episode, and the excitement in the air is palpable because I had the absolute honor of interviewing none other than the luminary of the decentralized world, Vitalik Buterin. Having been the brains behind Ethereum, Vitalik isn't just a name. He's a movement. A force that has c…

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The Local Maximum

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Ep. 294 - State Chains and Copyright Claims 31:57

3M ago31:57

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Max describes "state chain" technology, which he believes could solve some of the problems associated with the previous crypto collapse. He also gives an update on the court cases around copyright infringement and whether you can copyright an AI-generated work that are currently make their way through the American judicial system.…

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Web3 with Sam Kamani

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93: Gaming the Investment and trading World with HarishKarthik of CoinFantasy 30:43

3M ago30:43

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Ready to dive into the exciting crossroads of gaming and trading? In this episode, I chat with HarishKarthik, the brilliant mind behind CoinFantasy.io. Billed as the world's premier decentralized Invest-Gaming platform, CoinFantasy merges the thrill of gaming with the intrigue of trading. With their unique Play to Invest model, they've managed to p…

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Web3 with Sam Kamani

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92: Unlocking the Power of Tokenization with Julian Kwan the CEO and Cofounder of InvestaX and IXSwap. 45:48

3M ago45:48

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Calling all Web3 founders! This episode is tailor-made for you. I sat down with Julian Kwan, a true serial entrepreneur with a founding streak of over 7 ventures. Presently at the helm of InvestaX and IXswap, Julian's ventures are pioneering change in the digital realm. InvestaX stands out as a SaaS platform dedicated to tokenization, while IXswap …

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The Local Maximum

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Ep. 293 - Twitter Rants: Jon Stewart, Scrum, and Just Plain Numbers 40:03

3M ago40:03

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Max and Aaron have a little fun in a late night record, and examine Twitter rants about the rise of late night snark comedy, and scrum. They talk about the nature of corporate fads, and end on going down a rabbit hole of continued fractions.By Max Sklar

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Kinsella On Liberty

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KOL419 | Soho Forum Debate vs. Corey Deangelis: School Choice

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Kinsella on Liberty Podcast: Episode 419.This is my Soho Forum debate held Aug. 21, 2023, in Manhattan, against Corey DeAngelis, of the American Federation for Children, moderated by Gene Epstein. I defended the resolution "Today’s school-choice movement in the U.S. is worthy of support by libertarians…" (taking the negative). Oxford debate rules a…

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Web3 with Sam Kamani

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91: Deciphering Decentralization: A Chat with Antoni Zolciak cofounder of Aleph Zero on Onboarding, and the Web3 Revolution 44:52

3M ago44:52

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In today's episode, I had the privilege of sitting down with the insightful Antoni Zolciak, co-founder of Aleph Zero. Together, we dived deep into his extensive knowledge on digital marketing and the evolving landscape of decentralization. We discussed everything from how Aleph Zero came into being to the ongoing debate of Rust vs Solidity. We also…

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The Local Maximum

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Ep. 292 - Copyright Clashes, Literary Science, and Rational Distributions 44:32

3M ago44:32

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Max and Aaron do an August news update with discussion about the closure of Prosecraft, a small site dedicated to literary analysis which was shut down due to copyright and ownership concerns. Will these types of internet mobs and legal actions bring a chilling effect on innovation?Probability Distribution of the Week: Max's First Idea on Rational …

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Kinsella On Liberty

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KOL418 | Corporations, Limited Liability, and the Title Transfer Theory of Contract, with Jeff Barr: Part II 53:18

4M ago53:18

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Kinsella on Liberty Podcast: Episode 418.This is a followup to KOL414 | Corporations, Limited Liability, and the Title Transfer Theory of Contract, with Jeff Barr: Part I. See that episode for more information and notes.In Part III, we need to talk about corporations. For more on that, see Corporate Personhood, Limited Liability, and Double Taxatio…

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Kinsella On Liberty

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KOL417: Commentary on Larken Rose, “IP: The Wrong Question”: Part 3

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Kinsella on Liberty Podcast: Episode 417.Part 3 of my video commentary on Larken Rose's recent comments on IP. For more information, see the description and links at KOL415: Commentary on Larken Rose, “IP: The Wrong Question”: Part 1.https://youtu.be/Q6dVF-DP-mYBy Stephan Kinsella

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Kinsella On Liberty

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KOL416: Commentary on Larken Rose, “IP: The Wrong Question”: Part 2

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Kinsella on Liberty Podcast: Episode 416.Part 2 of my video commentary on Larken Rose's recent comments on IP. For more information, see the description and links at KOL415: Commentary on Larken Rose, “IP: The Wrong Question”: Part 1.https://youtu.be/3W7ZSkzjOtQBy Stephan Kinsella

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The Local Maximum

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Ep. 291 - Publishers vs Librarians, Artificial Digital Scarcity, and Revisiting Bertrand 36:03

4M ago36:03

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Max discusses the legal troubles of the Internet Archive as it get pummeled by publishers and copyright lawyers. A new paper on Bertrand's Paradox claims to resolve it.By Max Sklar

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Web3 with Sam Kamani

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90: Lessons on how to build a successful company in Web3,crypto and blockchain with guest speaker Raghu Yarlagadda 39:41

4M ago39:41

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Hello listeners! Welcome to another enlightening episode of Web3 with Sam Kamani. Today, we're diving deep into the world of digital assets, Web3, and the transformative power of technology with one of its formidable pioneers, Raghu. Spotlight on Raghu: An engineer at heart with a flair for entrepreneurship, Raghu's journey is nothing short of insp…

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Kinsella On Liberty

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KOL415: Commentary on Larken Rose, “IP: The Wrong Question”: Part 1

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Kinsella on Liberty Podcast: Episode 415.Last year Larken Rose and I appeared on Patrick Smith's Disenthrall show, (( See KOL389 | Disenthrall, with Patrick Smith and Larken Rose: The Morality of Copyright “Piracy”. )) after Rose had posted some videos criticizing libertarians who pirated the HBO show "The Anarchists" as "poopheads," (( See "Pirati…

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Kinsella On Liberty

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KOL414 | Corporations, Limited Liability, and the Title Transfer Theory of Contract, with Jeff Barr: Part I 1:07:46

4M ago1:07:46

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Kinsella on Liberty Podcast: Episode 414.Regarding this post, Libertarian Answer Man: Breach of Contract, Binding Obligations, and Impossibility, my old and longtime buddy Jeff Barr, a brilliant attorney and legal scholar and fellow Hoppean-Rothbardian (Jeff studied at UNLV under Rothbard and Hoppe), (( See Murray Rothbard as a Teacher: The UNLV Ye…

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Web3 with Sam Kamani

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89: Decoding the crypto future with guest speaker Prof. Riad of Cubist 51:27

4M ago51:27

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Welcome to another riveting episode of Web3 with Sam Kamani. Today, we're diving deep into the intricate world of blockchain, cryptography, and the future of Web3 with none other than Prof. Riad, the brilliant mind behind Cubist. About our guest: Prof. Riad wears many hats. Not only is he the founder and CEO of Cubist, but he also enlightens studen…

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