In this episode, I sit down with Jason Bassler, co-founder of The Free Thought Project and Police the Police, to explore a web of provocative questions. How do we push back against institutional censorship and reclaim the narratives they’ve stolen? What happens when technology outpaces the legal system, leaving outdated laws powerless in its wake?We delve into the monumental release of Ross Ulbricht, examining not only the fight for his freedom but the larger philosophical battle it represents. How do we navigate the blurred lines between responsibility, innovation, and control in an age of decentralized tools?Jason shares his concerns about Bitcoin’s evolving role in the financial landscape. Has it become a Trojan horse for government control, or does it still hold the revolutionary promise of decentralization? We grapple with the tension between Bitcoin maximalism, privacy coins, and the broader implications of digital currency adoption.Together, we confront the risks of placing too much faith in centralized figures like Trump, Elon Musk, and others who dominate the freedom discourse. Are they allies in the fight for liberty, or just another illusion of authority? How do we remain vigilant, cautious, and steadfast in resisting manipulation while celebrating wins like Ross’s release?If you’ve ever wondered what it truly means to resist, innovate, and stay vigilant in an age of digital and ideological warfare, don't miss this conversation.   Links: The Blocksize War: The battle over who controls Bitcoin’s protocol rules Hijacking Bitcoin: The Hidden History of BTC Elon Musk is Lying About Being Good at Video Games Guest Links Parallel Mike: https://twitter.com/parallel_mike PJ Buys: https://twitter.com/PBuys5 Hrvoje Morić: https://twitter.com/hrvojepm Affiliate Links Surfshark: VPN / Antivirus / Incogni Fountain: https://fountain.fm/jonnyhodl?code=3a917f606b Podcast Website: http://www.stayingfreepod.com/ Links to all platforms: https://linktr.ee/stayingfreepod Telegram: https://t.me/stayingfreepod Host Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonnyhodl Host Nostr: https://tinyurl.com/mr2xk76c Podcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/stayingfreepod Donate to the Podcast: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/stayingfreepod Donate with Bitcoin: https://tippin.me/@jonnyhodl / bc1qvgktg2uurp69cf5xepjhunwhp6skxrf69hmq82 Donate with Lightning: https://tipybit.com/stayingfreepod / ⚡️jonnyhodl@getalby.com Huge thank you to my generous supporters Pim Mark A