I have heard and seen all that Tone has to say about Steemit etc as you say and that interview.
There is truth to what you say, right down to the fact he is one of the best analysts in the space on Bitcoin.
I dialogue with him regularly and he knows I am a Steemian. He has read more than one of my blogs and used some of the info.
I've found if you have differences on 3-4 things with someone, but common ground on 3-4 others, there is no need to throw out the common ground items.
It also allows you to build bridges on other issues in the future.
Building bridges is a good idea. I like your way of thinking. Maybe he'll eventually be on Steemit promoting it along with the others.
Time will tell.
He would do well on here for sure LOL.
I enjoy the r'ship I have with him. He sees my name and content, he uses what he likes, does not make fun of my views and we joke around.
I really like the guy on top of him just being blunt and always active teaching in the space.