THE DOLLAR VIGILANTE BLOG

Jeff interviews Benny Wills of Joy Camp, activist comedian- filmmakers and actors, topics include: being an anarchic idealist, comedic videos about controversial subjects, people more readily accept a message when cloaked in humor, a shift to the good is well underway, street protest ineffective, 9/11 truth, James Corbett, American Sniper, propaganda, the Joy Camp TV show project, Anarchapulco!

[The following post by TDV Chief Editor, Jeff Berwick]

In what I described as being the trial of our generation, Ross Ulbricht, of the Silk Road free market online marketplace, was found guilty today on all charges and now faces sentencing of 30 years to life.

The charges included charges of narcotics conspiracy, money laundering conspiracy, and engaging in a continuing criminal enterprise.  This from a government who constantly says conspiracy theorists should be jailed.  Not to mention that dealing in narcotics amongst two voluntary parties is not a crime.  Nor is trying to keep your funds out from under the purview of the all-seeing eye of the US government.  If there is no victim there is no crime.

Jeff interviews top Latin American Bitcoin entrepreneur Jose Rodriguez, topics include: the problem with government and banks becoming corrupted by the monetary system, Bitcoin businesses are not immune from corruption but it is incorruptible itself, big mainstream investment in Bitcoin, Unisend, Max Keiser, StartCoin, difficulties with business banking in Argentina, big growth in Bitcoin in Mexico, Mexican central banks like Bitcoin and not a lot of Bitcoin regulation in Mexico.

Dave Chappelle is a very funny man, and we also see his intelligence in the following YouTube clip. It appears Dave Chappelle knew the absurd heights American Empire would reach. Although the skit at the end of this video was made while Bush was President, it is still relevant today under Barack Obama. Dave caused much controversy when he came out against Hollywood, and spoke of shadowy figures who control the entire industry and the content it produces. He got out. I, for one, miss him, because of skits like the one which follows. Make note that the first section of the video is an actual clip from Barack Obama's most recent State Of The Union, which is then followed by the old Chappelle Show skit.

– Jeff Berwick, TDV Chief Editor

[The following post is by TDV Chief-Editor, Jeff Berwick]

When I first read the news I was taken aback.  It said, "Croatia wipes out the debts of thousands of its poorest citizens in 'fresh start' scheme".

I thought to myself, "Could it be?  A government or banking system that actually does something somewhat helpful for the poor?"

Government, that beacon of goodness, and the banking system, that place that cares not about profit… <sarcasm> … actually gave a gift to the poor?

Jeff interviews international man of intrigue and freedom fighter John McAfee, topics include: massive corruption in central america, McAfee on the run, Belize a dictatorship, a wild ride, you are responsible for your own security, selective privacy, obtrusive and sneaky applications present real dangers, you cant rely on the government, NSA far from the only spy, homeland insecurity, the madness of the 'war on terror', yoga and meditation, on being alone…

Before we get to the review, be sure to check out TDV Newsletter, because this month (and year) is going to be special. Jeff is dedicating himself almost full-time to bringing paid subscribers the best information they can receive in 2015, which could prove to be an ever important year in The End Of The Monetary System As We Know It (TEOTMSAWKI).

Hello from Anarchapulco,

[Interview by Justin O'Connell of TDV Chief Editor, Jeff Berwick]

When did you first hear of Bitcoin and what did you think about it?

Jeff interviews writer Dan Dowling, topics include: we are all born Anarchists, relationships, Ralph Smart, everyone is your teacher, Zen, the government doesn't exist, peace love anarchy truth, the void, the transition to compassion, all life is sacred, collectivism is evil, the inversion of relationships, government vs the family, indoctrination of children, unschooling, showing love, government false construction of family, anarchist charitable work.

Anarcho-capitalist and Editor-In-Chief of TDV Media, Jeff Berwick, joins Max Keiser from his Mexico City studios to discuss Mexico being a so-called "failed state" and how this is a good thing, the US-led drug war, a challenge for Russell Brand, freedom in Mexico, the Permanent Traveler/Prior Taxpayer (PT) lifestyle, bitcoin, currency collapse and the upcoming Anarchapulco conference (http://anarchapulco.com) held from February 27th to March 1st, 2015, in Acapulco, Mexico.

Jeff interviews Anarchist documentary maker Richard Heathen, topics include: the documentary Hidden Influence, the rise of corporate fascism, public school indoctrination, the rise of the internet, the overton window, the social justice warrior as cultural marxism, minority identity & critical theory, the rights of the individual now subservient to the needs of the community, Peter Joseph, there is no such thing as equality, massive social engineering is underway.

[The following post is by TDV Contributor Scott Freeman]

Originally appeared here.

The following is an interview conducted with Jeff Berwick by Bitcoinomics.Net. Be sure to check out Jeff's interview on Max Keiser right here:

Hello from Mexico City,

I'm going to keep this fairly short and reasonably sweet.

I made a New Year's Resolution, actually a few months ago, to work a bit less.  By "work a bit less" I mean about 14 hours per day, 6 days per week… and only for a few hours on Sunday whenever possible.  And, also punctuated throughout the day with yoga/meditation and siestas. 

Jeff Berwick in Acapulco interviews Wall Street and Bitcoin trader Tone Vays. Topics include: Wall Street, sound money, discovering bitcoin, cryptocurrencies ripe with trading opportunities, a great way to learn trading, calling the bottom, the limits of manipulation, Bitcoin as political and taxation safety, uncertainty in Europe, the importance of holding some BTC.

[The following article is by TDV Senior Analyst Ed Bugos]

Jeff interviews Bitcoin entrepreneur Tuur Demeester, topics include: unpegging of the Swiss franc, Swiss banking, the population held hostage by their central banks, the move to private currencies, Bitcoin as an insurance, governments to embrace Bitcoin, the religion of statism grows weaker, government shrinks, Bitcoin as the internet of property, Passport to Freedom, entrepreneurship, non-violence, especially to children!

[The following post is by TDV Contributor, Wendy McElroy]

Last December, a CBC News headline announced, “Cuba, US to restore diplomatic relations after 50-year rift.” Why now? The answer in one word: Venezuela.  

HUGO AND FIDEL, THE FRICK AND FRACK OF COMMUNISM

Venezuela is at the tipping point of a massive collapse. Grocery shelves are bare, with military personnel stationed at stores. Photographing the empty shelves is now a criminal offense. Even in the cities, it is impossible to find diapers, milk and other necessities for children. Average people will withstand state-created deprivations but they will not watch babies and children suffer.

Jeff interviews global investor Jayant Bhandari, topics include: Indian corruption and overwhelming bureaucracy, George Orwell's Animal Farm, Hinduism lacks moorings, US and Canada headed the same way, Indian shops flooded with Chinese goods, very low Indian productivity, Morality and Capitalism Conference, impressions of Cancun and Mexico.

[The following post is by TDV Chief Editor, Jeff Berwick]

All the talk last month was about a movie potentially being cancelled, The Interview.  In the end it wasn't cancelled and looks to have been one of the best marketing moves to get the movie massive attention.  This month the talk is about a serial mass-murdering hitman called American Sniper.