Monero, Christianity & the Fight Against Technocracy (MoneroTalk EP. 343)
Monero, Christianity & the Fight Against Technocracy
Sean Bradford joins Doug on Monero Talk in a wide-ranging conversation that links biblical prophecy with modern-day surveillance, technocracy, and the rise of censorship-resistant technologies like Monero. In this eye-opening episode, they explore how faith, privacy, and digital resistance can converge to shape a freer future.
Who Is Sean Bradford? From Lurker to Leader in Monero
Sean introduces himself as a long-time Monero advocate, podcaster, and creator of the “Monero Master” project. He explains that the title isn’t a claim of personal expertise, but rather a challenge: either you master your money or your money masters you. A former lurker since 2020, Sean went public with his efforts in 2023, launching initiatives aimed at onboarding people into Monero and decentralized finance, particularly through a Christian lens.
Evangelizing Privacy: The Monero and Christianity Series
One of Sean’s standout projects is his “Monero and Christianity” podcast series, created specifically for Christian audiences. He emphasizes that Monero isn’t salvation, but it can be a powerful tool for resisting tyranny. Drawing parallels to the printing press during the Reformation, Sean views Monero as a modern technology that can aid in spreading truth and decentralizing power.
Referencing Revelation 13 and Daniel 11, he dives deep into scripture to show how a global economic system reliant on surveillance and control was foretold. In his view, Monero, and by extension, encrypted, private money, can serve as a tool to resist this prophetic future.
Practical Resistance: Silver Coins and Monero Cards
Sean doesn’t just speak philosophically – he takes practical action. He introduces the idea of using silver coins alongside Monero as part of a hybrid economic system. Silver is tangible, recognizable, and offline -a useful bridge for people hesitant to leap directly into digital currency. To complement this, Sean created Monero cards with QR codes that link to wallet setup guides, allowing people to onboard easily after a simple real-world interaction.
These cards, available on XMR Bazaar, are conversation starters and privacy tools in one. Whether it’s tipping a barista or buying goods at a local market, Sean’s grassroots approach puts privacy back into the hands of the people.
Resisting Surveillance One Click at a Time
Sean also launched a digital ad campaign at resist.moneromaster.com, targeting people concerned about surveillance, technocracy, and digital control. The campaign leads visitors into a seven-week educational series on how to opt out using privacy tech, with Monero being a key solution introduced early in the funnel.
His targeting strategy is precise: Facebook and Instagram users who are already interested in dystopian fiction, VPNs, and privacy tools. The results? Click-through rates up to 5% and conversion rates as high as 21% – well above industry averages. His open rates for onboarding emails remain strong, especially among those who stick past the initial stages.
Building the Monero Circular Economy
Sean is a prominent contributor to XMR Bazaar, a decentralized marketplace where users can list and buy items with Monero – no KYC, no middlemen. He has used it to pay for utilities, buy clothes, and even grocery shop, all while building a trusted network of proxy shoppers and fellow users.
He shares tips for how new users can gain trust, such as offering services upfront or building review credibility with smaller trades. XMR Bazaar, he explains, is not just a marketplace, it’s a community where relationships matter and decentralization thrives.
Monero vs. Technocracy: A Moral Battle
From a Christian worldview, Sean sees Monero not as a product, but as a tool of resistance. The technocratic state, aided by CBDCs and centralized control, is becoming more invasive by the day. Cameras, facial recognition, and data mining are no longer speculative, they’re here. And as history shows, many people will only wake up after they’ve been burned.
But for those who are ready to resist now, Monero offers a path forward.
Donate to the Campaign: Help Fight the Information War
Sean’s work is fully self-funded, and he’s inviting the Monero community to help expand the campaign. All donations go directly to ad buys that pull privacy-minded individuals into the Monero ecosystem.
You can support his efforts by visiting:
👉 Or search for “Sean Bradford” on XMR Bazaar
Minimum donation: 0.03 XMR (~$5)
Final Thoughts: Fighting Tyranny with Faith and Code
In Sean’s words, this isn’t just a technological revolution, it’s a moral one. Whether or not Monero can stop technocracy outright, it gives individuals a powerful way to resist and reclaim their freedom. Through faith, cryptography, and grassroots community building, people can stand against surveillance, and maybe even change the course of history. You can want the full episode here on Fireside.fm.