Hosted by rapper and creative entrepreneur, Zuby, 'Real Talk' features honest conversations with a diverse range of fascinating guests - discussing life, society, culture, politics, entrepreneurship, self-improvement and more. Don't expect political correctness, but every episode will inspire you and make you a little bit smarter.
Zuby is joined by Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino to discuss cryptocurrency and the future of stablecoins. Paolo explains how Tether (USDT) works and the global use case for it. The two discuss the 2017 crypto catalyst, demand for ‘digital dollars’, and Tether’s developments over the next decade. Paolo gets transparent about how Tether makes money and dispels the controversy that has enveloped the company over the years. The two also explore the rate of technological innovation and how the cryptocurrency industry will progress.
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(05:18) What is Tether?
(07:30) 2017 crypto catalysts
(10:33) Why do we need digital dollars?
(16:31) Macro outlook & Tether over the next decade
(27:53) How does Tether make money?
(32:28) Clarity on Tether’s progress
(46:15) Tether’s investments
(59:48) The rate of technological change
(1:05:58) Cusp of demise or human flourishing?
(1:07:39) How the cryptocurrency industry will progress
(1:10:15) Outro
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Matt Murphy is the President of Sentinel Foundation, an organisation dedicated to combating child trafficking and exploitation worldwide. Previously, Murphy served for 15 years as a U.S. Army Green Beret, where he developed expertise in special operations.
This episode exposes the reality of modern-day human trafficking. Matt shares detailed stories of how it operates and what his foundation is doing to combat it. He highlights the scale of the crime and the tools parents have at their disposal to protect their kids. Zuby and Matt discuss the relationship between smartphones and trafficking crimes, how these technologies can be dangerous, and what we can do about it as a society.
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Timestamps:
(00:18) Introduction
(09:41) 2nd biggest crime worldwide
(15:28) Invisible crime
(20:47) Child-environments
(24:28) Tools for parents
(29:12) Smartphones: access age
(35:17) Smartphones: 2 decades on
(45:05) Principles
(57:42) Opposing parties
(1:05:12) Polarisation
(1:08:49) “Conspiracy theory”
(1:14:28) Demoralisation
(1:30:17) Fighting human trafficking
(1:34:07) Outro
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George Hayworth is an army veteran with 10+ years of military experience. He is now the founder of Elite Sentinel Coaching, which seeks to elevate masculine leadership through faith, fitness and discipline.
Zuby and George discuss military experiences, George’s troubled home life, and the importance of family dynamics. They explore gender roles, reclaiming masculinity, male friendships, and the need for authenticity in today’s culture.
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(02:35) Military experience
(09:14) “Things came crashing down”…
(18:20) Early pornography exposure
(19:47) Intense homelife
(25:32) Importance of family dynamics
(35:20) Gender roles
(47:50) Male traits
(51:13) Male friendships
(57:46) Political correctness is dangerous
(1:03:37) Competency/confidence is not confrontation
(1:08:57) Demand for authenticity
(1:10:19) Anti-fragility
(1:15:50) Faith & cowardice
(1:17:11) Alone vs together
(1:19:29) George’s coaching program
(1:26:51) Outro
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John Cooper is an American musician, and founding member and frontman of the multi-platinum Christian rock band Skillet. In this exclusive interview in Dubai, John sits down with Zuby to discuss his career, cultural shifts in the USA, and how he manages success. The two explore the value of faith and the post-modern 'woke' peak of 2021. John also shares the tipping point that caused him to speak out, the importance of independent media, and the value of discourse.
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Timestamps:
(00:18) Introduction
(05:01) John’s career longevity
(09:10) Cultural shifts
(16:18) Speed of success
(19:45) Faith & values
(26:50) Post-modernism 2021 peak
(33:52) Cultural tipping points
(38:51) Pushback: emergence of independent media
(42:41) Cowardice
(49:31) The value of discourse
(55:14) Skillet’s new album
(58:39) New age artists/irony of cancel culture
(1:01:44) Optimism in 2024
(1:10:43) Outro
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Pete Parada is a world-renowned drummer best known for his work with punk rock band 'The Offspring', who he played with from 2007 to 2021. He has also worked with other prominent acts like 'Face to Face' and 'Saves the Day'. He is currently a member of the band 'The Defiant'.
Pete discusses his early life, music career, and the controversy surrounding his departure from 'The Offspring' due to his inability to get vaccinated against Covid-19 because of Guillain-Barré syndrome. Pete and Zuby also explore the relationship between art, creativity, and technology, as well as materialism, the over-medicalisation epidemic, and ideological extremes.
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(00:55) Pete’s upbringing
(15:10) Digital/physical merge
(17:49) Technological progress in music
(25:04) Vocal processing in music
(28:04) The 21st century speed of change
(34:57) The value of ‘soul’
(39:09) Materialism vs sanctity
(42:08) First principles thinking to overcome struggle
(46:40) Medicalisation epidemic
(51:54) Autonomy: is there now a changing tide?
(1:01:55) Overton window: rate of change
(1:08:25) Ideological extremism
(1:13:50) Human psychology and changing beliefs: relationship breakdowns
(1:45:34) Pete’s next steps
(1:47:08) Outro
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John Amanchukwu is an American preacher, author, and activist. He joins Zuby to discuss his childhood and the journey that led him to his current focus on combatting gender theory in schools and the decline of Christian values. The two also explore gender politics, ideological ironies, political polarisation, being pro-life, and declining global birthrates.
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(04:55) John’s upbringing
(06:54) Current gender/queer theory focuses
(10:48) Gender politics
(21:56) How does this happen in pro-Christian societies?
(31:18) Ideological ironies
(38:48) Political polarization
(43:21) Global birth right comparisons
(51:14) Government mandates
(57:29) Zuby identifying as women 5 years ago
(1:00:18) John’s children books
(1:04:00) Outro
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Gina Bontempo is a fitness coach, internet personality, wife, and mother of two, who helps busy moms to lose weight. Zuby and Gina discuss motherhood, feminism, and gender politics. Gina explains her shift from liberal feminist to Orthodox Christian, why she left California, and her insights on gender dynamics and successful marriage.
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(03:40) Motherhood
(07:26) Modernism & parenthood denigration
(17:48) Liberal feminist to orthodox Christian
(25:24) California’s decline
(40:37) How Gina met her husband
(42:58) Marriage
(50:10) Gender dynamics
(70:51) Gender challenges
(76:19) Gender representation in the media
(79:36) Faith & religion
(94:54) Gen Z optimism
(97:47) What’s next for Gina?
(98:59) Message to young men & women
(100:42) Outro
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Colin Wright is an Evolutionary Biology PhD and CEO/Editor-in-Chief at Reality's Last Stand. Colin’s views on gender opposed progressive ideology, leading to huge backlash from activist groups and ultimately, a career change.
Zuby and Colin discuss the reasons behind today’s gender beliefs, the catalyst that emerged in 2014–2015, and whether this ideological shift is a consequence of cultural comfort. They also explore broader themes around liberalism, gender dysmorphia, and questions about morality, mortality, and ethics.
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(03:20) Why these institutional & political beliefs exist: gender identity
(10:03) Gender politics shift: 2014/15
(15:05) Consequences of cultural comfort
(17:03) What was the catalyst?
(23:03) Supporting the cause vs the organisation
(24:05) Liberalist disbelief in boundaries
(39:20) Issues with dysmorphic treatment today
(48:05) Gender affirming care: modern gay conversion therapy
(50:10) “I used to be a real Researcher”
(54:49) Limits to scientific focus
(58:55) Science, technology, and morality
(1:08:33) Family, illness, death, and mortality
(1:20:56) Colin’s political leanings
(1:27:57) Colin’s cancellation
(1:31:28) Outro
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Marc Lobliner is the CEO of MTS Nutrition, CMO of Tiger Fitness, a performance coach, and a pro bodybuilder. Zuby and Marc discuss the power of the internet, online echo chambers, Marc’s early life, and how he changed his trajectory for the better. They also discuss the personality traits for success and the importance of nutrition, health, and strength training.
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(04:31) Power of the internet
(07:42) Censorship & echo chambers
(16:14) Marc’s background
(19:48) Being a change agents
(29:19) The changing family dynamic
(36:41) Majority statements & exceptions
(45:10) Nutrition & health
(56:35) Personality traits
(1:03:09) A conservative majority
(1:07:56) Bifurcating humanity
(1:19:40) Homeschooling & education vigilance
(1:21:24) Intergenerational repetition
(1:34:06) Strength training principles in life
(1:42:58) Outro
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Jason Lee Whitlock is an American sports columnist and host of the show 'Fearless with Jason Whitlock' on BlazeTV. Zuby and Jason discuss Jason’s childhood, the regression of the USA, and the current state of race relations in America. They also explore political polarisation, the role of the media, optimism and opportunities, and why family dynamics have changed.
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(03:21) Jason’s upbringing
(08:49) How America has changed
(13:59) US race relations now the worst ever
(25:25) Political polarization/media amplification
(34:06) Grand narratives
(43:37) Cyclical human rebellion
(54:51) Cross-border learning
(56:43) Optimism & opportunity today
(1:01:52) Family dynamic degradation
(1:04:02) Outro
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Brett Cooper is a conservative social commentator, media personality, and actress. She hosts the popular YouTube show 'The Comments Section with Brett Cooper' produced by The Daily Wire.
In this episode, Zuby and Brett discuss Brett’s rise to popularity and the female role models she looked up to. They discuss the pitfalls of modern dating, relationships, and marriage, societal extremes, hyper-individualism, and the evolving education landscape.
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(14:08) Brett’s popularity growth
(21:04) Female role models
(27:51) Generational bifurcations
(40:22) Offline/online dating & relationships
(54:21) Abortion & sexual liberation campaigns
(1:07:36) Causations: societal & individual extremes
(1:18:07) US individualism
(1:28:45) Education/homeschooling/boarding school
(1:34:26) Men/women relationship disconnect
(2:03:04) Outro
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