Best Bigtech Podcasts (2025)

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257. Why bad work wins 14:32

9h ago14:32

14:32

Analysis paralysis is BORING. And it doesn't get you results. Most founders think they fail because of the market, the product, or the pitch. But the real killer is a slow mindset. In this episode, Sophia Matveeva shows you why bad work beats perfect ideas — and how shifting your mindset can be the difference between building real momentum and watc…

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180 - How to Protect Your Medical Privacy 33:49

3d ago33:49

33:49

Gabriel Custodiet speaks with Dallas of PrivacyPost.io about the mass data exposure within the medical industry, along with some tips about how to navigate these dangerous waters. GUEST → https://privacypost.io/ (Dallas) → See previous episodes with Dallas of PrivacyPost.io SOUTH DAKOTA NOMAD RESIDENCY: THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE → https://escapethetechn…

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THE COVID YEARS WHEN FEAR DROVE CANADA CRAZY 1:30:20

6d ago1:30:20

1:30:20

Lawyer and head of the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms, John Carpay investigates how fear makes people and countries do terrible things. From the early days of the Third Reich, to the COVID-19 clampdowns — scaring the people gave tyranny oxygen. Also, Trish updates the London, Ontario Hockey Canada sex assault case, and more on the ostri…

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179 - Consulting Stories Vol. 1 w/ Escape the Technocracy 39:43

6d ago39:43

39:43

Some stories about cybersecurity and privacy consulting from the trenches. Volume 1. GUEST → https://x.com/realUrbanHacker WATCHMAN PRIVACY → https://watchmanprivacy.com (Including privacy consulting) → https://twitter.com/watchmanprivacy → https://escapethetechnocracy.com/ CRYPTO DONATIONS →8829DiYwJ344peEM7SzUspMtgUWKAjGJRHmu4Q6R8kEWMpafiXPPNBkeR…

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People are Lonelier than Ever. Enter AI. 43:34

5d ago43:34

43:34

Over the last few decades, our relationships have become increasingly mediated by technology. Texting has become our dominant form of communication. Social media has replaced gathering places. Dating starts with a swipe on an app, not a tap on the shoulder. And now, AI enters the mix. If the technology of the 2010s was about capturing our attention…

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256. Top mistakes non-technical founders make & how to avoid them 25:38

9d ago25:38

25:38

If you’re building a tech product but don’t have a technical background, this episode will save you months of wasted time and thousands in unnecessary spend. In this re-release of one of our most popular early episodes, Tech for Non-Techies founder Sophia Matveeva shares the 5 biggest mistakes non-technical founders make — and how to avoid them. Wh…

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178 - Michael Snyder: A Witness to Economic Collapse 51:19

10d ago51:19

51:19

Gabriel Custodiet speaks with Michael Snyder of the Economic Collapse Blog about tariffs, trade wars, debt-to-GDP ratios, how to analyze the economy, whether MMT can keep us going for the next 20 years, and if exploiting debt rather than paying it off is the better strategic move. GUEST → https://theeconomiccollapseblog.com (Main website) → https:/…

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The Big Lie is Everywhere 1:18:20

13d ago1:18:20

1:18:20

No guest this week, but a deep dig on the Big Lies shaping our world. New COVID vaccine docs prove a cover-up, and did Biden’s dementia allow for Israel’s end-game in Gaza to take root? How no respect for elder wisdom is hurting society. Follow Trish on X @woodreporting Website: www.trishwoodpodcast.com Shop: https://www.trishwoodpodcast.com/shop…

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255. What Most Startup Support Gets Wrong — and How to Fix It 35:26

14d ago35:26

35:26

From accelerators to corporate venture capital, most startup support structures fail to deliver. Investor and entrepreneur Andrew Ackerman explains why — and what founders and corporates should do instead. With over 70 investments and hundreds of founders mentored, Andrew brings rare perspective from both sides of the table. Andrew is a serial entr…

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177 - Gregory Treat: Forging a Dynasty 54:50

17d ago54:50

54:50

Gabriel Custodiet speaks with Gregory Treat, lawyer and consultant on families trying to forge a dynasty. GUEST → https://avaloncircle.com/ WATCHMAN PRIVACY → https://escapethetechnocracy.com/ (Including Watchman’s Torch Newsletter) → https://twitter.com/watchmanprivacy → https://watchmanprivacy.com (Including privacy consulting) CRYPTO DONATIONS →…

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Ken Drysdale and Karen Esperson: Suffer the Children 2:00:38

20d ago2:00:38

2:00:38

Canada’s children are not doing well. Ken Drysdale of the National Citizens’ Coalition delivers dire results from their latest hearings. And Universal Ostrich Farms continues to attract protestors, media and controversy. The owner, Karen Esperson, appears from the farm to update the story. Follow Trish on X @woodreporting Website: www.trishwoodpodc…

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Echo Chambers of One: Companion AI and the Future of Human Connection 42:17

21d ago42:17

42:17

AI companion chatbots are here. Everyday, millions of people log on to AI platforms and talk to them like they would a person. These bots will ask you about your day, talk about your feelings, even give you life advice. It’s no surprise that people have started to form deep connections with these AI systems. We are inherently relational beings, we …

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254. How to build a tech ecosystem that lasts 17:25

21d ago17:25

17:25

What does it really take to build a tech ecosystem that endures — beyond PR launches and startup grants? In this episode, Sophia Matveeva shares hard-won insights from working with governments, corporates, and investors on the frontlines of global digital transformation. Whether you’re funding innovation, designing policy, or building a product you…

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176 - Max Tannahill: Censoring Bitcoin 1:06:16

24d ago1:06:16

1:06:16

Gabriel Custodiet speaks with Max Tannahill on various Bitcoin topics: the story of Liquid, Ashigaru and Samourai, Knots, Singapore, and much more. GUEST → https://x.com/maxtannahill → t.me/maxtannahill (Telegram) → https://www.p2prights.org/donate.html (Samourai Wallet court case donations) WATCHMAN PRIVACY → https://escapethetechnocracy.com/ (Inc…

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FIGHTING FOR THE FLOCK: GUEST KATIE PASITNEY 1:28:53

27d ago1:28:53

1:28:53

COVID-19 brought out the cruelty in bureaucrats, and now a 400-bird ostrich flock is in jeopardy from that same mindset. On a farm in BC, they are awaiting a kill order while their desperate owners fight for the lives of these birds that they love. An extraordinary interview with a farmer fighting for her flock. And why is our new prime minister li…

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253. 4 Podcasts That Will Make You Smarter This Summer 16:12

28d ago16:12

16:12

Want to become a better tech innovator while you sit on a beach? In this episode, Sophia Matveeva shares four podcast episodes you can learn from through osmosis—and enjoy every minute of it. You will learn: Why Netflix’s original CEO got fired by his co-founder—and what that says about startup leadership transitions The founder Warren Buffett said…

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Announcing: The Watchman's Torch Newsletter 7:34

1M ago7:34

7:34

SUBSCRIBE TO THE WATCHMAN'S TORCH HERE: → https://escapethetechnocracy.com/product/watchmans-torch-newsletter/ (Preferred) → https://watchmanprivacy.substack.com/ Music by Karl Casey @ White Bat AudioBy Gabriel Custodiet

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Guest: MartyUpNorth 1:43:08

1M ago1:43:08

1:43:08

As Mark Carney and Donald Trump settle into their bromance, the truth about a dirty political campaign is seeping out. Carney voters who hate Trump were duped while the country was whipped into a mass hysteria event for nothing — except an assured Liberal victory. The social fabric is in tatters, and the Elbows Up crowd are exposed as gullible, low…

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AGI Beyond the Buzz: What Is It, and Are We Ready? 52:53

1M ago52:53

52:53

What does it really mean to ‘feel the AGI?’ Silicon Valley is racing toward AI systems that could soon match or surpass human intelligence. The implications for jobs, democracy, and our way of life are enormous. In this episode, Aza Raskin and Randy Fernando dive deep into what ‘feeling the AGI’ really means. They unpack why the surface-level debat…

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252. Go from Local Player to Global Tech Leader 18:47

1M ago18:47

18:47

Phil Knight spotted better running shoes in Japan — and turned that insight into Nike, one of the world’s biggest brands. In this episode, you'll learn how thinking internationally sparks breakthrough ideas — and how to build a global edge into your career and business. This episode is for you if you: Want to lead innovation, not just follow trends…

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175 - Seth for Privacy: Keeping Monero Honest 53:29

1M ago53:29

53:29

Gabriel Custodiet speaks with Seth for Privacy: privacy advocate and VP of Cake Wallet. They discuss a number of topics on Monero’s 11th anniversary. GUEST → https://x.com/sethforprivacy → https://sethforprivacy.com/ → https://optoutpod.com/ → https://cakewallet.com/ WATCHMAN PRIVACY → https://watchmanprivacy.com (Including privacy consulting) → ht…

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Indy Journos Gone Wild 1:36:33

1M ago1:36:33

1:36:33

From the campaign trail, three indies who've seen it all and are winding down after disrupting legacy media’s stranglehold on the democratic process. Alternatively frightening and hilarious, compelling stories you won’t hear on your TV. Video version with photos is available on Substack. Follow Trish on X @woodreporting Website: www.trishwoodpodcas…

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Lighten the Emotional Load - Shame, Confrontation And Healing 1:20:20

1M ago1:20:20

1:20:20

Send us a text Head into the emotional realm with Mitch and Amanda on this episode. They discuss their healing journeys, how they currently feel, and what they're doing to get to a space of joy and peace. Connect with us! Youtube Email Instagram Mitch - Substack Mitch - Instagram Mitch - Facebook Amanda - Youtube Amanda - Instagram Amanda - Substac…

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Time to Act 8:28

1M ago8:28

8:28

WAYS TO CONTRIBUTE → https://escapethetechnocracy.com/ → https://www.amazon.com/stores/Gabriel-Custodiet/author/B08Q7GHQLS → https://escapethetechnocracy.com/consulting/ CRYPTO DONATIONS →8829DiYwJ344peEM7SzUspMtgUWKAjGJRHmu4Q6R8kEWMpafiXPPNBkeRBhNPK6sw27urqqMYTWWXZrsX6BLRrj7HiooPAy (Monero) →https://btcpay0.voltageapp.io/apps/3JDQDSj2rp56KDffH5sSZ…

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251: Lessons from the Dot-Com era for today's AI Hype 35:20

1M ago35:20

35:20

Is today's AI hype cycle just dot-com boom 2.0? In this episode, host Sophia Matveeva talks with David G. Ewing, who lived through the original tech bubble (literally in a closet in Palo Alto!) about the striking parallels between then and now. Listen to learn lessons from dot-com history to navigate today's AI boom. Listen to learn: Why the "more …

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174 - Steven Harris: Engineering Freedom 1:54:07

2M ago1:54:07

1:54:07

Gabriel Custodiet speaks with Steven Harris, an engineer, prepper, manufacturing consultant and author. Harris covers a broad range of topics from his vantage of High Speed Mentality. GUEST → https://x.com/BookNwss/status/1847506100117012782 (Story of saving mom’s life) → http://harris1234.com/ → http://shop.harris1234.com/ → https://harris1234.lib…

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Rethinking School in the Age of AI 42:35

1M ago42:35

42:35

AI has upended schooling as we know it. Students now have instant access to tools that can write their essays, summarize entire books, and solve complex math problems. Whether they want to or not, many feel pressured to use these tools just to keep up. Teachers, meanwhile, are left questioning how to evaluate student performance and whether the who…

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COMING CIVIL WAR? Guest David Betz/ King's College UK 2:10:25

2M ago2:10:25

2:10:25

Are Western countries headed for civil wars? David Bates from King's College in London thinks they are inevitable. And hysterical legacy media meltdown at the election debate, with secret audio from Alex Zoltan. CBC fibs again, and scrums are cancelled. Also, big news for biological women out of Scotland. Follow Trish on X @woodreporting Website: w…

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Lone Wolf: Make Your Own Video Game with AI 48:52

2M ago48:52

48:52

LONE WOLF: MAKE YOUR OWN VIDEO GAME WITH AI → https://escapethetechnocracy.com/product/lone-wolf-make-your-own-video-game-with-ai/ WATCH VIDEO VERSION → https://youtu.be/6j2THg64RMABy Gabriel Custodiet

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250. Less Tech, More Value: Why Simpler Digital Products Win 18:23

2M ago18:23

18:23

The more technology you put into your product, the worse it can get. In this episode, Sophia Matveeva talks with Zahra Almahoozi, founder of DARB and recent graduate of the Tech for Non-Technical Founders program in Bahrain. Discover how Zahra's "less is more" approach helped her build a startup that addresses real user needs without overwhelming t…

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173 - NanoGPT: Overlord Intermediary 55:27

2M ago55:27

55:27

Gabriel Custodiet speaks with Milan Dereede of NanoGPT. The website allows you to access hundreds of popular AI services without creating an account, with an affordable pay-per-prompt service, and with some privacy benefits. Milan explains the details of the service as well as giving some reflections on practical AI use from a hardcore user. GUEST …

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A THREAT FROM WITHIN 2:04:06

2M ago2:04:06

2:04:06

Trish and Julius unpack their fears of a Liberal election win, Canada as a failed state, and how to navigate it all. More from Mark Carney’s book, which seems to celebrate citizen control by government. Plus, a soothing movie recommendation for the weekend. Follow Trish on X @woodreporting Website: www.trishwoodpodcast.com Shop: https://www.trishwo…

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172 - 2B2T: Staring into the Abyss 38:52

2M ago38:52

38:52

2B2T is the oldest anarchy server in the best-selling video game of all time: Minecraft. Just be careful staring into the abyss... GUEST → https://x.com/realUrbanHacker WATCHMAN PRIVACY → https://watchmanprivacy.com (Including privacy consulting) → https://twitter.com/watchmanprivacy → https://escapethetechnocracy.com/ CRYPTO DONATIONS →8829DiYwJ34…

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249. AI ROI: 7 Insights from the Economist Business Innovation Summit 16:45

2M ago16:45

16:45

Some companies waste millions on AI initiatives while others use it to gain serious market advantage. In this episode, you'll learn the seven insights Sophia Matveeva, our CEO, got from The Economist's Business Innovation Summit and what they mean for your AI strategy. This episode is for you if you: Are a leader considering AI investments but want…

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171 - James Wesley, Rawles: Surviving Global Collapse 50:30

2M ago50:30

50:30

Gabriel Custodiet speaks for a second time with James Wesley, Rawles, creator of the Survival Blog. They discuss hyperinflation, guns, how to prevent future civilizational collapse, pre-1899 firearms, Rhodesia and the Portuguese Colonial War, Robert Heinlein, and political philosophy. GUEST → https://survivalblog.com → https://www.amazon.com/stores…

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The Verdict is in for the Convoy Truckers 1:00:37

2M ago1:00:37

1:00:37

Trish unpacks her week in Ottawa with Tamara and Chris as they awaited the verdict in their mischief+ trial. What happened was a travesty and underscores massive division in this country on the most critical of issues. Plus — the economy is seriously tanking. On the upside, a media organization blows the whistle on Liberal influence buying. Follow …

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170 - The Enigma Machine: Hiding in the Open 21:54

2M ago21:54

21:54

Episode 170 of The Watchman Privacy Podcast – Torchlight Chat – The Enigma Machine: Hiding in the Open The Enigma Machine was significant in how it changed the conversation about how to protect information. Gabriel and Urban discuss the differences and tradeoffs of encryption and steganography, and why hiding in plain sight is an important option f…

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The Most Underrated Human Skill - How You Can Learn To Love It 1:26:29

2M ago1:26:29

1:26:29

Send us a text Today Mitch and Amanda talk all about the importance of reading. They share a bit of a life update and then dive into the magical world of reading and how you can benefit from it - even if you're not a reader! Connect with us! Youtube Email Instagram Mitch - Substack Mitch - Instagram Mitch - Facebook Amanda - Youtube Amanda - Instag…

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Forever Chemicals, Forever Consequences: What PFAS Teaches Us About AI 1:04:33

2M ago1:04:33

1:04:33

Artificial intelligence is set to unleash an explosion of new technologies and discoveries into the world. This could lead to incredible advances in human flourishing, if we do it well. The problem? We’re not very good at predicting and responding to the harms of new technologies, especially when those harms are slow-moving and invisible. Today on …

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248. Q&A Episode: How to Keep Tech Teams On Track Without Micromanaging 15:28

2M ago15:28

15:28

Here are the listener questions Sophia Matveeva answers in this episode: What should I be asking in product meetings if I don’t have a technical background? I’m leading a digital transformation initiative, but my tech team keeps telling me things take longer than expected. Should I push back? How? How do I know if I need a technical co-founder, or …

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