In this episode, I sit down with Matt Manning, a technologist and leadership mentor whose journey through Bitcoin sparked a profound shift in how he understands money, society, and the human experience.

Matt shares his transition from the tech world into work that bridges systems thinking and spirituality and why he believes we’re standing at the edge of a completely different paradigm.

What role do awareness, trust, and the stories we tell ourselves play in shaping the new world? What happens when we move from survival to purpose and from scarcity to abundance?

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Chapters

00:00 The Catalyst of Change: Bitcoin and Consciousness

09:04 Personal Journey: From Tech to Spiritual Awakening

17:51 The Paradigm Shift: Understanding Money and Its Impact

26:53 Collective Consciousness: Are We Ready for Change?

33:10 Root Problems: Money, Society, and Human Nature

43:06 Incentives and the Bitcoin Network

44:36 The Future of Bitcoin as a Global Reserve Currency

46:57 Transitioning to a Bitcoin Standard

51:29 The Role of AI in the Bitcoin Ecosystem

56:14 Deflationary Forces and Technological Advancements

01:01:36 Upshifting Consciousness in a Changing World

01:07:30 The Inner War and Personal Responsibility

01:11:27 The Intersection of Technology and Spirituality

01:23:44 The Power of Presence and Attention

01:23:50 The Ripple Effect of Consciousness

01:25:52 The Connection Between Body and Mind

01:27:33 Rethinking Medicine and Health

01:29:38 The Role of Bitcoin in Health and Society

01:31:09 Emerging Leadership and Consciousness

01:34:04 The Journey of Personal Transformation

01:41:08 Vulnerability in Leadership

01:48:04 The Future of Bitcoin and Abundance

01:55:11 Embracing the Age of Abundance

In this episode, I sit down with Bradd, engineer and author of the Amazon bestseller "The Pattern of Progress: How Radically Cheaper, Easier, Faster, Better Technologies and Ideas Rapidly Change the World," for a conversation that left me thinking long after we stopped recording.

We talked about the deeper forces behind innovation and how technologies replace one another in often invisible ways. Bradd shared insights from his own journey, including what led him to write the book, why he’s so passionate about systems thinking, and how understanding past disruptions can help us make sense of what’s coming next.

What if the real issue ahead isn’t scarcity, but what to do with too much energy? What does it mean to live in a world where rapid adoption changes everything, and fast?

This was one of those conversations that helped me see through a new lens and left me even more curious about where we’re headed.Listen in, and let the pattern reveal itself.

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Chapters

00:00 The Dawn of a New Era

06:00 Personal Journey and Professional Background

12:03 Rethinking Economics in a World of Abundance

17:50 The Role of Disruption in Human Evolution

41:31 The Evolution of Food Production and Technology

51:30 Psychological Barriers to Embracing Change

01:01:28 The Future of Energy: Abundance and Sustainability

01:15:35 Counterarguments to Sustainability: Addressing Industry Resistance

01:24:49 The Evolution of Energy and Technology

01:36:27 The Impact of Energy on Quality of Life

01:42:28 Navigating the Jevons Paradox

01:59:05 The Role of AI and Computing Power in Society

02:07:24 The Economics of Exponential Growth

02:12:49 Harnessing Technology for Abundance

02:18:46 The Accelerating Pace of Change

02:26:40 Patterns of Technological Adoption

02:32:40 Future Predictions: Energy, AI, and Transportation

02:39:32 Courage to Embrace Change

In this episode, I sit down with Mathias Behn Bjørnhof to explore the stories we tell about the future and how those stories shape the world we build.

Mathias, founder of Anticipate, works in strategic foresight and futures thinking, a field that challenges us to move beyond prediction and into possibility. Drawing from his background in anthropology and systems change, he walks us through eight Megatrends shaping our world. Going from Blurry Realities, AI, and Wealth Polarization to Health Optimization and New Urban Paradigms.

Together we explore what it means to be active participants in our tomorrow, how imagination can become infrastructure, and why optimism, empathy, and grounded inquiry are crucial tools for navigating complexity.

Whether you're a futurist, a strategist, or simply curious about where things are headed, this episode is a rich, honest invitation to reflect on what’s possible and who gets to decide.

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Thank you for listening. This is just the beginning.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Change Through Megatrends

02:59 The Role of Empathy in Future Studies

05:58 Personal Journey to Strategic Foresight

09:10 Optimism and Human Potential

12:02 The Nature of Idealism and Pragmatism

15:02 Identity and Entrepreneurial Growth

17:56 Contextualizing Change with Megatrends

20:58 Exploring the Eight Megatrends

23:59 The Impact of Urban Transformation

26:52 Navigating Liquid Lifestyles

29:53 Blurring Realities and Information Manipulation

32:45 The Artificial Revolution

36:14 Addressing Collapsing Ecosystems

38:59 Wealth Polarization and Its Implications

41:47 The Future of Governance and AI

44:06 The Role of AI in Society

48:46 Personal Reflections on Meaning and Purpose

52:01 The Future of Work and Human Agency

58:33 Authenticity in the Age of AI

01:01:01 The Impact of Technology on Food and Health

01:10:25 Imagining Regenerative Cities

01:20:09 Agency and the Future of Society

01:30:53 The Future of Mental Health and Well-Being

01:36:38 Ancient Wisdom and Future Insights

01:42:41 Organizational Futures and Strategic Foresight

01:50:44 Navigating Change in a Rapidly Evolving World

01:57:39 The Search for Meaning in Modern Society

Is Bitcoin the Soil for Regeneration? - General Kenobi

In this episode, I sit down with Kenobi to explore one of the most surprising and transformative forces I’ve encountered in the past year: Bitcoin.

Kenobi shares his unique journey into the world of Bitcoin, shaped by a multicultural upbringing and a deep curiosity about systems, money, and human behavior. Together, we explore the roots and architecture of Bitcoin, from its philosophical foundations to the technical mechanics of mining, consensus, and decentralization.

We ask: what if Bitcoin isn’t just digital money but a foundational layer for rethinking energy, value, and human coordination? We look at Bitcoin’s potential as a tool for regeneration, long-term thinking, and sovereignty in an age of automation, surveillance, and systemic breakdown.

Whether you’re new to Bitcoin or looking to deepen your understanding, this episode is a rich, layered entry point into one of the most important paradigm shifts of our time.

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Thank you for being here. This is just the beginning.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Bitcoin and Sustainability

02:51 Personal Journey into Economics and Bitcoin

05:50 Understanding Bitcoin as a Tool

08:46 The Mechanics of Bitcoin and Its Impact

12:08 Cultural Perspectives on Economics and Bitcoin

14:59 The Cypherpunk Movement and Digital Currency

17:53 Bitcoin's Role in Privacy and Freedom

20:48 The Future of Money and Trust in Systems

37:44 The Evolution of Digital Money

40:08 The Emergence of Bitcoin

43:38 The Disappearance of Satoshi Nakamoto

46:09 Fiat vs. Bitcoin: A Comparative Analysis

53:47 Bitcoin as a Tool for Human Rights

55:42 Understanding Bitcoin Mining

01:02:31 The Concept of Proof of Work

01:08:21 Mining Pools and Decentralization

01:15:07 Mining Dynamics and Pooling Resources

01:18:06 Bitcoin Ownership and Network Power

01:21:57 Consensus and Rule Changes in Bitcoin

01:25:23 The Evolution of Bitcoin as a Currency

01:32:17 Price Volatility and Long-Term Value

01:36:47 Transitioning Bitcoin to a Daily Currency

01:45:01 Bitcoin's Role in Energy Efficiency and Sustainability

01:53:45 The Environmental Impact of Bitcoin Mining

01:57:09 Bitcoin's Paradigm Shift in Business

02:01:34 The Future of Value and Sustainability

02:10:00 AI and Bitcoin: A New Economic Landscape

02:19:48 The Role of Education and Community in Bitcoin Adoption

Understanding What It Means to Be Human — with Rubén González

Welcome to New World in the Making. In this episode, we are joined by Rubén González, an entrepreneur who left a corporate role at Amazon to explore a more purpose-driven life at the intersection of AI, culture, and personal growth.

Rubén shares the emotional and philosophical journey of transitioning from the safety of structure to the unknowns of building something new. We explore what it means to be human in an age increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence, the importance of embracing failure, and how vulnerability becomes a source of strength in both entrepreneurship and life.

This conversation dives into the deeper questions behind technological progress: What happens to human connection in a world optimized for efficiency? Can decentralization help align AI with long-term human values? And how do we navigate the growing tension between freedom and structure, purpose and performance?

We also discuss the impact of AI on mental health, the evolving nature of work, the cultural shifts redefining success, and the need to ground innovation in curiosity, community, and consciousness.

This episode is an invitation to reflect on the systems we’re building — and who we’re becoming in the process.

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Chapters00:00 Philosophical Reflections on Existence and Responsibility02:59 The Journey of Personal Growth and Values06:09 Navigating Purpose and Financial Stability09:08 Entrepreneurial Ventures and Embracing Failure11:56 The Role of AI in Modern Entrepreneurship15:09 Building Connections and Seizing Opportunities18:00 Curiosity and Continuous Learning20:54 Human Skills in the Age of AI23:56 The Risks and Ownership of AI27:07 Decentralization and the Future of AI30:09 Cultural and Economic Shifts in Society33:00 The Impact of Technology on Work and Society36:03 The Future of Work and Universal Basic Income39:14 Navigating Change and Consciousness41:57 Defining Success in a Changing World54:43 The Human Element in AI Development57:14 Exploring Consciousness and Humanity01:01:34 The Journey of Failure and Learning01:06:37 Validating Ideas Through Customer Feedback01:15:43 Navigating the Mental Health Crisis01:20:58 The Responsibility of Awareness01:22:30 Redefining Success and Freedom01:27:24 Transforming Workplaces for Fulfillment01:33:19 The Future of Business in a Changing World01:39:24 Envisioning a New World Together

From Burnout to Breakthrough: Exploring Money and Self-Worth with Julie

Welcome to 'New World in the Making.' In this episode, we are joined by Julie, a former corporate executive in the beauty and cosmetics industry who transitioned to become a hypnotherapist focusing on money and financial wellness. Julie shares her journey of achieving career success but feeling unfulfilled, leading to burnout and a complete life transformation. She delves into the negative connotations and subconscious beliefs around money that many of us hold and discusses the importance of addressing money as a taboo topic, personal and cultural influences on our financial behaviors, and the process of rebuilding self-worth and financial literacy. This episode offers vulnerable insights into how the paradigm shift starts from within. Don't miss out on this transformative conversation.

Julie J. Shui - https://juliejshui.com/

Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5XxdURG3QX4&t=117s

Substack - https://substack.com/@mardeagosto

Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-world-in-the-making/id1816280860