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Adam and Mo read letters and donation amounts from their top "Executive Producers" for the final episode. Highlights include a $777.99 donation from Benjamin Nitis and a hand-painted card featuring a black butterfly from listeners "Renegade 6" and "Sparkles of Chaos." The hosts thank the "Facts Family" for five years of support under the Value for Value model.
The hosts continue acknowledging Associate Executive Producers, including Sir Matter and various "Show Club" members. They encourage listeners to continue supporting the show's archive through the Fountain app or MoFundMe.com, noting that the domains have been renewed for another five years to ensure the content remains evergreen.
Adam and Mo conclude the final donation segment, thanking listeners for streaming Satoshis and sending PayPal contributions. They reflect on their decision to avoid "hot takes" on stories like George Floyd until the facts were fully developed. Mo Facts emphasizes that listener support was vital during his period of unemployment.
Adam Curry and Mo Facts thank their "Executive Producers" for supporting the show through the Value for Value model. Major donors include Jimmy James ($1,000), Nathan Rottier ($200), and Summer Norris ($150). The hosts emphasize that the show is entirely listener-supported and free of corporate advertisements, encouraging the audience to contribute time, talent, or treasure as the series nears its 100th episode.
The hosts read the second half of the producer credits, thanking donors such as Dustin Zimmer, James Pierce, and the "human subscription" Terry Keller. They discuss the technical side of the Value for Value model, including "Boostergrams" sent through modern podcasting apps like Fountain and Podverse. Adam Curry mentions an upcoming upgrade that will allow listeners to contribute using traditional currencies more easily.
The interview concludes with ten methods to defeat the Devil's influence, starting with the imperative to "do your own thinking on all occasions." Other methods include deciding definitely what one wants from life, rendering useful service before demanding value, and recognizing that time is one's greatest asset. These principles are framed as the ultimate defense against propaganda and the "habit of drifting."
Adam Curry and Mo Facts thank their executive and associate executive producers for their financial support through the "value for value" model. Major donors including Brian Tellecky, Margaret Shapiro, O.C. Elliott, and Sir Dwayne Melancon are recognized. The hosts emphasize that the podcast is independent and free from outside control thanks to listener contributions of time, talent, and treasure.
The hosts conduct a final round of thank-yous for donors contributing via PayPal, Cash App, and Podcasting 2.0 apps like Fountain and Podverse. They highlight the "non-deplatformable" nature of Bitcoin Satoshis as a way to support independent media. Contributors such as Phil Calvin, Todd from Northern Virginia, and Eric PP are acknowledged for their support of the show's 97-episode run.
Adam Curry and Moe Facts explain the "Value for Value" model, which relies on listener donations rather than traditional advertising. They thank executive producers who donated $100 or more, including Trent Scovel and Ryan Tierney. The hosts encourage listeners to use modern podcasting apps to access searchable transcripts and support the show via Satoshi micropayments.
The hosts read a second round of donations and "boostagrams" sent via the Lightning Network. Listeners like Merlin and Gene Everett sent Satoshis along with messages regarding previous episodes and the "Value for Value" model. Adam Curry explains how the Fountain app allows listeners to earn and spend Satoshis, creating a direct financial link between creators and the audience.
Adam and Mo conduct a lengthy "Value for Value" segment, thanking donors who support the show through fiat and Bitcoin (Satoshis). They emphasize the importance of using modern podcast apps to ensure freedom of speech. Top donors including Trenton Scovel, Kenneth Weinstock, and several "Big Baller" Satoshi donors are recognized for their significant financial contributions to episode 95.
In the final donation segment, Adam and Mo read a list of "Associate Executive Producers" and smaller donors. They discuss new features in modern podcast apps, such as integrated boostergrams and live video capabilities. They thank the "Facts Family" for their continued support and encourage listeners to transition to independent podcasting platforms to avoid mainstream censorship.
The hosts discuss how the "algo" has replaced the radio DJ as the primary tool for music discovery and control. They argue that modern playlists on platforms like Spotify are subject to a new form of payola, where artists must pay for placement. This consolidation of power makes it difficult for independent talent to rise without corporate backing.
Adam Curry and Moe thank their executive producers, including top donor Melissa Ebeid, for supporting the show's value-for-value model. They emphasize that the show remains ad-free and independent due to listener contributions. Instructions are provided for donating via MoFundMe.com or using modern podcasting apps.
Adam and Moe acknowledge their executive producers under the "Value for Value" model. They read a lengthy note from attorney Anthony Raimondo, who donated $500. Raimondo describes his work providing pro bono legal defense for small businesses and individuals fighting COVID-19 mandates and lockdowns in California and Oregon.
Church as Social Club, Sam Cooke's Smoothness, Hunk Status
The hosts discuss the church as a "social club" where people could dress up and find value. They highlight Sam Cooke's unique, smooth vocal delivery, which differed from the "throaty" style of other gospel singers. His good looks and "hunk" status made him a massive star who attracted screaming fans even in religious settings.
The hosts read "boostagrams" from listeners using modern podcast apps. They discuss the growth of the Value for Value music movement and encourage listeners to switch from legacy platforms like Spotify to apps that allow direct support for creators without middlemen.
The hosts conduct an extensive thank-you segment for their "Executive Producers" and donors. They acknowledge large donations from Phil Barnett and Scott Richard, and discuss the "Big Baller" jingle's popularity in the Podcasting 2.0 ecosystem. Mo Facts addresses a P.O. Box issue in Culpeper, Virginia, and they clarify that while the current show format may end at episode 100, they have future projects in development.
The show concludes with a final round of donor acknowledgments, including a message from a listener with a master's in identity management. They award "Mo Karma" to a donor and discuss the etymology of the "Holy Spirit" as a beatnik slang term. Adam Curry and Mo Facts remind listeners to support the show via mofax.com or modern podcast apps before signing off.
The hosts describe the labor-intensive process behind creating each episode, noting that Mo listens to approximately 90 pieces of information at 1x speed to prepare. They discuss the transition from being an individual contributor in a corporate setting to managing a personal business. The show continues to operate under the value for value model to support its ongoing production.
