In this episode, Mattimore explores the rise of Nostr, and why some are calling it the biggest boon to free speech since the 1st Amendment. Topics Discussed What is Nostr? Why care about Nostr? How to get started on Nostr? Future Scenarios Worst case scenario Best case scenario Most likely scenario Thanks for tuning in 🔭 Website: hencethefuture.com…

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin predict political, social, economic, and technological changes in the year 2023 (00:00:00) Topics Discussed: Political predictions (00:00:42) Economic predictions (00:12:00) Social predictions (00:27:26) Technological predictions (00:44:28) Future Scenarios: West case scenario (00:59:50) Best case scenario (01:…

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss the closed ecosystems that big tech companies control, and the movement that seeks to open them up. We also discuss chatGPT in the introduction (00:00) Topics Discussed: chatGPT update (00:52) Walled gardens overview (16:17) Battle 1: Apple vs Fortnite (21:06) Battle 2: Apple vs Coinbase (22:15) Battle …

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss the rise of generative A.I. and its effects (00:00) Topics discussed: The current state of AI (00:42) Generative AI explosion (02:05) Types of Generative AI (09:48) Generative AI use cases (18:19) Future scenarios: Worst case scenario (37:50) Best case scenario (47:48) Most likely scenario (52:16) Thank…

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss tradeoffs and best practices regarding "trusted third parties" 🔓 (00:00:00)Topics Discussed: FTX blow up - what happened (00:00:58) What are trusted third parties (00:06:49) Why not to trust third parties (00:07:55) Trusted third party hierarchy (00:10:44) Asset class custody hierarchy (00:19:35) How to…

Libertarian and Statist Philosophy In this episode, Mattimore and Justin explore the philosophy and reality of libertarianism and statism. (00:00) Topics discussed: Nolan Chart (01:06) Arguments for Statism (07:03) Arguments for Libertarianism (14:12) Stances on key issues (50:32) Future Scenarios: Worst case scenario (56:05) Best case scenario (1:…

Mandates, Truckers, Frozen Bank Accounts, and Bitcoin 🇨🇦 In this episode, Mattimore explores the freedom convoy, and what it means for the future of Canada and the world. Topics discussed: What sparked the freedom convoy Canadian government’s response What’s next for the movement Bitcoin privacy best practices Future Scenarios: Worst case scenario …

5 Steps to Navigate the Bitcoin Rabbit Hole 🕳🐇 In this episode, Mattimore explores the basics of Bitcoin. Get off zero Hold your own keys Run your own node Mine Bitcoin Get on zero BONUS: BTC books and resources Thanks for tuning in 🔭 Website: hencethefuture.com/ Instagram: instagram.com/hencethefuture/ Twitter: twitter.com/hencethefuture YouTube: …

Four Archetypes of the Mature Masculine 👑⚔️🧙‍♂️❤️ In this episode, Mattimore explores 4 ancient archetypes of the mature masculine, both in their fullest forms and in their shadow forms. Topics Discussed: Why makes a “good” man 4 archetypes of masculinity Shadow forms of archetypes King, Tyrant, Weakling Warrior, Sadist, Masochist Magician, Manipul…

The Remnant and The Future 🔆 In this episode, Mattimore explores the concept of “The Remnant” and what it means for the future. Topics Discussed: The concept of “the remnant” Aleksander Svetski’s writing Biblical story of Isaiah’s Job Remnant, Parasites, Masses Dormant, Active, Radical The Matrix example Heraclitus example Historical examples Curre…

MMXXII 🗓 In this episode, Mattimore explores the challenges and opportunities we face in the year 2022. Topics Discussed: What makes 2022 pivotal Where we are in cycles Economic challenges Political-social challenges Trends around the world Reasons to be optimistic Thanks for tuning in 🔭 Website: hencethefuture.com/ Instagram: instagram.com/henceth…

How the fiat money system works 💸In this episode, Mattimore explores the current stage in evolution of money, using Saifedean's new book, "The Fiat Standard" as a guide...Topics Discussed: The evolution of money Transferring value across time Transferring value across space The history of fiat money High vs low time preference Comparing Bitcoin to …

Debt, Inflation, and Hyperbitcoinization ⏰ In this episode, Mattimore explores how the growing US debt burden is affecting financial markets, public policy measures, and individuals… Topics Discussed: Understanding the debt burden Servicing interest on the debt Who holds most federal debt Elon’s tweets on Debt to GDP Jack’s tweets on Hyperinflation…

How is climate change affecting surf breaks? 🏄‍♂️ In this episode, Mattimore explores how four major climate factors are affecting surf breaks worldwide, and the pros and cons of the various solutions being proposed to mitigate these effects… Climate Effects Discussed: Rising sea levels More severe, frequent storms Coral bleaching and pollution Shi…

On Bitcoin, Taxation, Religion, and Optimism 💭 In this episode, Mattimore answers some interesting questions... Questions Answered: Where are we in the current Bitcoin bull run? Is taxing unrealized capital gains a good idea? What are your personal thoughts on religion? Are you optimistic about the next 6 months? Thanks for tuning in 🔭 Website: hen…

Dawn of the decentralized web 🌐 In this episode, Mattimore explores the next stage in the evolution of the internet… Topics Discussed: What is Web 3.0? Web 1, Web 2, Web 3 Top Web 3 applications Web 3 finance: Bitcoin Web 3 social: Bitclout Web 3 gaming: Loot Web 3 music: Royal Web 3 science: Principia Future impact of Web 3 Future Scenarios: Worst…

The Bear Case & Bull Case for Ethereum 📈♢📉 In this episode, Mattimore explores the bear case and bull case for the world’s second largest cryptocurrency and blockchain. Topics Discussed: Origin story of Ethereum Ethereum’s historic evolution ICOs, Alt-Coins, Defi, NFTs Problem of high gas fees Recent EIP 1559 update Comparing ETH to Bitcoin Compari…

Making sense of a changing world 🌏 In this episode, Brett Ewer and Mattimore Cronin discuss what the US withdrawal from Afghanistan signals about how the world is changing… Topics Discussed: Significance of US withdrawal Was taking military in Afghanistan a mistake? Once there, when should the US have left? Mission objectives: security vs nation bu…

Why (and how) Apple plans to scan your photos and messages in iOS 15 🔎 In this episode, Mattimore discusses the fallout from Apple’s recent - and highly controversial - privacy changes. Topics Discussed: Apple’s recent announcements Backlash over privacy concerns Backlash over security concerns Apple’s historic focus on privacy How CSAM detection f…

Is the USA paving the way to formal Bitcoin adoption? 🇺🇸 In this episode, Mattimore explores how the US is approaching Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies in the 2021 Infrastructure bill and beyond... Topics Discussed The infrastructure bill The crypto provision The crypto voting block Wyden-Toomey-Lummis amendment Portman-Warner-Sinema amendment Ja…

The Next Evolution of the Internet 🪐🕹 In this episode, Mattimore explores the burgeoning Metaverse: a persistent, virtual environment, which is emerging as the successor to today’s internet… Topics Discussed: Defining the metaverse 3 key attributes to the metaverse: Why all the Metaverse hype right now Facebook becoming “a metaverse company” Micros…

Scalable, Global, Instant BTC Payments ⚡️ In this episode, Mattimore explores the future of the Bitcoin lightning network… Topics Discussed Bitcoin’s scalability problem Lightning Network as a solution How the Lightning Network works Why the Lightning Network matters Alternative scaling solutions Dogecoin, Bitcoin Cash, Ethereum Digital Dollar, Dig…

What’s behind the recent rise in ransomware attacks? 🧐 In this episode, Mattimore explores how REvil and other ransomware groups operate, why ransomware attacks are occurring more and more frequently, and what we can do as cyber defenders to protect ourselves in the future… Topics Discussed: Why Did REvil disappear? How do Ransomware hacker groups …

Inside the Government’s Preliminary Report on UAPs 🛸 In this episode, Mattimore explores the highly anticipated US Government report on UAPs - Unidentified Aerial Phenomena. Topics Discussed: What’s in the report Commonalities in data Possible explanations Glitch / Malfunction USA / Foreign Tech Airborne Clutter Natural Phenomenon The “Other” categ…

The Hearing Health Revolution 🔊 In this episode, Mattimore sits down with Dave Kemp to explore where the hearing health industry, and hearing technology in general, is heading... Topics Discussed: Hearing loss, deafness, tinnitus Why isn’t there a cure yet? Primary causes of hearing loss Treatments for hearing loss mRNA + bio-technology solutions N…

Which jobs are immune from automation? 🧐 In this episode, Mattimore explores which job sectors are most and least likely to be disrupted by automation in the future. Futureproof Job Sectors: The Crypto Economy The Soft Skills Economy The Creator Economy At-Risk Job Sectors Future Scenarios: Worst case scenario Best case scenario Most likely scenari…

Battling for Crypto Dominance ⚔️ In this episode, Mattimore explores the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency landscape, including which of the top 14 cryptocurrencies are best positioned to dominate in the future. Topics Discussed: What caused the current crypto bear market Where we are in the crypto market cycle Who is buying and who is selling Proof …

Inflation Tipping Points 💸 In this episode, Mattimore explores 7 inflation indicators for 2021. Plus, at the end of the episode, we look at the best performing asset classes for protecting your wealth during a runaway inflation scenario. Topics Discussed: Official inflation rate Google search trends Lumber prices Home prices Gas prices Employment n…

The Bear and Bull Case for Dogecoin In this episode, Mattimore explores arguments for and against Dogecoin going “to the moon” 🐕 🚀 🌙 Topics Discussed Dogecoin origin story Dogecoin fundamentals Dogecoin supply and security Comparing Dogecoin to Bitcoin Comparing Dogecoin to Ethereum Comparing Dogecoin to Gamestop Comparing Dogecoin to Alt-coins The…

The Transformative Life of Ram Dass In this episode, Mattimore tells the story of Ram Dass’ life: how he transformed from Dr. Richard Alpert, a Harvard professor at the top of the “somebody” game, into Ram Dass, a “nobody” who relinquished all worldly attachments… Topics Discussed: Early life as Richard Alpert Harvard Psychedelic Research Timothy L…

Both sides of the capital gains tax argument 🏛 In this episode, Mattimore explores why the Biden Administration is proposing to raise capital gains taxes right now, how that is likely to affect the economy, and what the arguments are for and against this proposal. Topics Discussed: Why the Biden Admin seeks to raise capital gains taxes Arguments ag…

Understanding Tolkien’s Legendarium 🧙‍♂️ In this episode, Mattimore is joined by Stephen Kipp and Brett Ewer to discuss the hidden meaning behind Tolkien's major works - The Silmarillion, The Hobbit, and The Lord of the Rings - Plus, what Tolkien would have to say about the future were he with us here today. Topics Discussed: Invention vs. Discover…

Everything you need to know about mRNA vaccines 🔬 In this episode, Mattimore explores how messenger RNA (mRNA) vaccines work, why they are such a game changer for bio-technology, the pros and cons of mRNA compared to traditional vaccines, and their future potential for mRNA vaccines to treat viruses far beyond COVID-19... Topics Discussed: How trad…

Who are the greatest thinkers of all time? 💭 In this special easter egg episode, Mattimore shares who he considers to be the greatest thinkers of all time, both living and dead. At the end of the episode, he also shares his list of all-time greatest books and podcasts. See both definitive lists on HenceTheFuture.com under Episode 140. Enjoy! Topics…

Is infinite progress possible? ✨ In this episode, Mattimore explores “The Beginning of Infinity,” a concept developed by physicist David Deutsch, which seeks to answer the question: “Is infinite progress possible?” In other words, is it possible for humanity to continue making more and more progress, accumulating ever greater knowledge and understa…

Why NFTs are Here to Stay 🪙 🔐 In this episode, Mattimore explores the rise of non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and the future of digital ownership. Topics Discussed: What NFTs are How NFTs work What gives NFTs value Benefits and problems Notable NFT platforms Decentralized finance Art, music, movie royalties The creator economy Future NFT applications F…

Travel, Tourism, and Adventure in the 2020s🗺 In this episode, Mattimore explores with future of travel, tourism, and adventure in the world after COVID with travel aficionado, Bryce Caster. Topics Discussed: The value of travel and adventure How COVID has impacted travel Common misconceptions about travel How to avoid with danger while traveling Th…

Browser Wars, iOS 14 Changes, and The Emergence of Web 3.0 🌐 In this episode, Mattimore explores how imminent changes to iOS 14 and online tracking mechanisms will impact the future of the open web. Topics discussed: Why the ad industry is changing The online privacy movement Anti-trust, regulations, competition Comparing Web 1.0, 2.0, & 3.0 Apple’…

Mental Models for Reality 🌌 In this episode, Mattimore explores some of the most prominent mental models for describing the universe and understanding reality. Models Discussed: Raw perceptions Instinctive model Geocentric model Heliocentric model Expanding universe model Relativistic model YOUniverse model Indra’s Net of Jewels Dramatic model Cera…

Real estate in 2021 and beyond 🏡 In this episode, Mattimore explores why the Federal Reserve just sounded the alarm on commercial real estate, why the residential real estate market continues to boom despite the pandemic, and how technology, human behavior, and global financial trends are changing the dynamics of real estate in 2021 and beyond… Top…

Gold, Silver, and “The Great Reset” 💸 In this episode, Mattimore compares the future value of gold and silver to other assets like Bitcoin, stocks, bonds, real estate, and fiat currencies. We also look at the history of price suppression in the precious metals markets, and predict what the next phase of the global financial system will look like af…

How to Master the Game of Life 🥷In this episode, Mattimore explores the concept of gamifying your life with Eric Siu, investor, founder and author of the forthcoming book on the topic, “Leveling Up: How to Master the Game of Life.”Topics Discussed: Benefits of treating life like a video game What it means to “win” at the game of life The life gamif…

$GME Changes Everything 🕹 In this episode, Mattimore explores what the GameStop saga means for the future of financial markets… Topics Discussed: The short squeeze set up The case for GameStop Reddit, WSB, social media Underlying motives The nostalgia factor Pirates vs farmers Robinhood perceptions How trading really works GRUNCH of Giants Decentra…

The timeline of your life ⛰ In this episode, Mattimore explores the benefits of creating a “lifeline” to map out the highs and lows of your past, present, and future. Topics Discussed: How lifelines work Why lifelines work Benefits of lifelines Future Scenarios: Worst case scenario Best case scenario Most likely scenario Thanks for tuning in 🔭 Webs…

Replenish Your Creativity ✨ In this episode, Mattimore explores Julia Cameron’s method for discovering and rediscovering your creative self as described by Julia Cameron in her book, “The Artist’s Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity” Topics Discussed: Replenishing creativity Morning pages Artist’s totem Artist’s date Removing obstructions Cr…

How Jan 6th, 2021 impacts the future 🏛 In this episode, Mattimore and Brett Ewer discuss the events that took place on January 6th, 2021, and how those events are likely to affect the future of Trump, the future of The Republican Party, the future of the online information ecosystem, and the future of America itself. Topics Discussed: What happened…

What makes enthymemes so persuasive? 💥 In this episode, Mattimore explores the persuasive power of enthymemes... Topics Discussed: What are enthymemes Why makes them so powerful 3 key elements of persuasion Hintergedanken / sub-conscious Political enthymemes Comedic enthymemes Marketing enthymemes Mark Twain enthymemes The “Click… Whirr” response W…

What will happen in the year 2021? 🔮 In this special episode, Mattimore shares 21 predictions for the year 2021… 2021 Predictions: Bitcoin predictions Housing crisis predictions Economic predictions Vaccine predictions Medical predictions Climate predictions Transportation predictions Remote work predictions Startup predictions AI predictions Space…

“A rising tide lifts all boats” ⛵️⤴ In this episode, Mattimore explores the rise in Techno-Optimism, and how we might actually be able to solve the world’s most difficult challenges through technology and innovation. Topics Discussed: Energy as the tide that lifts all boats Reductions in clean energy costs Gains in battery efficiencies Virtuous cyc…

“It will change everything” 🔬 In this episode, Mattimore explores the recent breakthrough that just occurred… Google’s Deep Mind has finally solving the 50 year old “protein folding problem” with AlphaFold 2. What are the potential impacts and implications that this breakthrough may have on the future of bioengineering? What does this milestone mea…