He wanted to interview me for a book a couple years ago.
I think he's deep in the pocket of some establishment monopolies and government agencies (FDA/FTC/ICE?). I'd keep a safe distance from him, in jest or earnest.
brilliant. I mean.. I think whoever made this is gonna get tenderly - regardless of what country they're in. But still... That's some creative hustle.
I bet they could boost conversions by calling the extortion something like a "settlement to avoid further legal action". A fine being assessed without any kind of due process is kinda tough to believe. Though... fuck 2.9% ain't bad for this shit.
Although it is just blatant theft, I still love the ingeniousness of the idea! Now that, is what I call thinking outside the box. I bet it converts pretty well too.