Ben McKenzie and Sarah Matthews: We Are Drowning in Scam Artists

About this episode

Ben McKenzie and Sarah Matthews join Tim Miller to discuss the prevalence of scam artists in cryptocurrency and the political implications of recent statements by Donald Trump.

Trump has gone full “1984” with his claim that it’s a good thing that the Strait of Hormuz is closed. He also says that he saved some Iranian women from being executed, which the regime in Tehran called “fake news.” It’s a telling sign of the times when the public can’t figure out whether the White House or the Iranian regime is lying. Speaking of scam artists, Ben joins Tim to discuss his new film on cryptocurrency, "Everyone is Lying to You for Money." The industry is rife with crime, it sorely needs to be regulated, and some of the most unscrupulous people are behind it— including our president. Ben McKenzie and Sarah Matthews join Tim Miller. Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code THEBULWARK at https://www.Ridge.com/THEBULWARK #Ridgepod When life feels overwhelming, therapy can help. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/THEBULWARK . show notes: More on Ben's film, "Everyone Is Lying to You for Money" Tim's interview with Ben from 2023 Tim and Catherine on Tucker's despicable attack on Catherine David Kirkpatrick on Trump's $4 bil in profiteering off the presidency, mostly from crypto Tickets for our Bulwark Live shows in San Diego and LA in May…

People in this episode

Host: Tim Miller

Guests: Ben McKenzie, Sarah Matthews

Topics covered

• cryptocurrency
• scam artists
• political commentary
• Trump
• regulation
• Iran

Keywords

• cryptocurrency
• scam artists
• Trump
• Iran
• regulation
• Ben McKenzie
• Sarah Matthews
• politics
• The Bulwark

Sponsors

Ridge, BetterHelp

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Bulwark

Books & works: Everyone is Lying to You for Money

Places: Iran, Strait of Hormuz

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