Brace yourself for an exhilarating journey through the Bitcoin Matrix as we delve into a mind-blowing conversation with the extraordinary Tom Luongo.  Prepare to have your perceptions shattered as we explore the myth of America, uncover the unexpected secrets of Waffle House and the Rosetta Stone, and navigate the treacherous waters of Powell's potentially game-changing rate hike to a jaw-dropping 7%. But that's not all - Tom's razor-sharp insights will lead us through the treacherous terrain of avoiding a civil war. Buckle up as we dissect the pulse of the economy, dissecting its every heartbeat, and revealing the untold challenges that lie ahead. And let's not forget the exhilarating world of geopolitics, where Angela Merkel, Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden, Donald Trump, and Klaus Schwab dance amidst a high-stakes game of power. Prepare to be dazzled as we venture into unexpected territories. Tom Luongo's expertise, laced with his wicked sense of humor, will keep you on the edge of your seat as we explore these mind-boggling subjects. This episode is brought to you by River. With 100% full reserve custody and zero fees on recurring orders, River allows you to buy and mine Bitcoin with ease. Plus, River offers unparalleled service and functionality, including tax optimization, entity accounts, inheritance planning and instant buy volume.  Use this link (River) to get started and earn up $10,000 when you buy Bitcoin or miners at River. For the ultimate in Bitcoin security and design, check out the COLDCARD hardware wallet from Coinkite. With built-in sleep-at-night technology, it's the only dedicated air-gapped, ultra-secure hardware wallet for Bitcoin.  Coinkite is a leader in security and hardware manufacturer, est. block 141,000. Maker of some of the most iconic Bitcoin products, such as OPENDIME, COLDCARD, BLOCKCLOCK, SATSCARD, TAPSIGNER and SATSCHIP. For a discount use this link: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/B81AD35FE804254094F9 Network with fellow Bitcoiners in Austin, Texas. August 24th, 25th, 26th, and 27th, 2023.  BITBLOCKBOOM IS NOT A SHITCOIN, NFT OR BLOCKCHAIN EVENT. J OIN US FOR the 6TH YEAR AS WE TALK ABOUT BITCOIN! The last weekend in August. Gary Leland who’s been on the show twice for two fantastic conversations has rented an entire town for the welcome party that Thursday night. GRAB YOUR SPOT NOW Use the code Matrix or the link in the show notes for a 10% discount on your tickets at https://bitblockboom.com/?coupon=matrix Follow Tom Luongo on Twitter: @TFL1728 Follow Cedric Youngelman on Twitter: @CedYoungelman Follow the Bitcoin Matrix Podcast on Twitter: @_BitcoinMatrix