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Mentor Sessions Ep. 029: The Progressive Case for Bitcoin | Jason MaierDive into the Progressive's Case for Bitcoin! In this eye-opening BTC Sessions interview, Jason Maier, author of "A Progressive's Case for Bitcoin," challenges left-leaning myths and reveals Bitcoin's demand response innovations that mitigate environmental concerns, incentivize renewables, and balance energy grids. Discover why progressives are primed for Bitcoin amid rising authoritarianism, and strategies to orange-pill the left without alienating core values. Jason exposes Bitcoin's role in fighting wealth inequality, protecting privacy, and empowering the disadvantaged—proving it's not just libertarian store of value but a tool for societal good. This episode shatters assumptions and shows why broadening Bitcoin adoption benefits everyone. Perfect for progressives curious about Bitcoin and anyone eyeing global reserve currency shifts—watch now to see why Bitcoin is for Anyone!Chapters:00:00:00 Intro & Teaser: Progressive Case for Bitcoin00:01:33 Welcome & Diverse Perspectives in Bitcoin00:02:48 Expanding Bitcoin Beyond Libertarians & Conservatives00:05:21 Game Theory of Bitcoin Adoption00:06:37 Defining Progressivism & Societal Structures00:10:15 Non-Financial Systems Bitcoin Can Fix00:10:46 Environmental Benefits of Bitcoin & Climate Change00:13:01 Bitcoin Mining Demand Response Explained00:18:21 Bitcoin as Anti-Authoritarian Resistance Money00:23:53 Pendulum Swings & Progressive Bitcoin Era00:25:17 Government Bitcoin Reserve: Pros & Cons00:27:33 Overlap with Libertarians on Policy00:29:34 Democrats' Shift Toward Bitcoin00:35:00 Why the Right Embraced Bitcoin First00:38:20 Common Pushback from Progressives00:41:16 Educating Progressives Without Starting with the Fed00:45:56 Human Rights Foundation Stories & Impact00:50:25 Outflanking the Right on Bitcoin Issues00:55:04 Affirmative Steps for Progressive Adoption00:57:28 Progressive Bitcoin Nonprofit Resources01:00:09 Book Update & Where to Find JasonAbout Jason Maier:Author of "A Progressive's Case for Bitcoin," educator, and advocate for Bitcoin from a left-leaning perspective.X: @cjasonmaierWebsite: https://www.bitcoinprogressive.com/

They told you Bitcoin was too volatile to ever work. But volatility isn't a bug, it's the heartbeat that took Bitcoin from pennies to $100,000… and it's the same force that will drive it to $1M. In this episode of Beyond Bitcoin, Oshins breaks down why critics misunderstand volatility, why the dollar, not Bitcoin, is the unstable asset, and how every wild swing is actually proof of Bitcoin's vitality. With historical context, metaphors that make sense, and even Michael Saylor weighing in, this is the ultimate explanation of why volatility = growth.If you've ever been shaken out by a 20% drop, this is your reminder: the heartbeat means Bitcoin is alive. And the signal is clear... $1M is on the horizon!SPONSORS:

Mentor Sessions Ep. 028: Bitcoin Podcasting Secrets: Start Your Bitcoin Podcast, Crush Decentralized Media & Dominate NOSTR | Walker AmericaUnlock Bitcoin podcasting mastery and skyrocket your decentralized media game in this must-watch Mentor Sessions interview with Walker America, host of THE Bitcoin Podcast. Discover why Bitcoin podcasting is exploding—despite the echo chamber myths—and how newcomers can dominate niches like NOSTR, languages, and youth audiences. Walker reveals growth hacks for stacking millions of views, essential tools under $500 for pro setups, common pitfalls like skipping video, and why NOSTR crushes centralized platforms for Bitcoin monetization via zaps. Learn rocraft killer thumbnails without feeling dirty, and build skills in audio editing, storytelling, and self-promotion. Perfect for aspiring Bitcoin podcasters, NOSTR enthusiasts, and anyone battling fiat distractions—hit play, stack sats, and launch your Bitcoin podcast today!Chapters:00:00:00 Intro & Teaser: Bitcoin Podcasting Myths Exposed00:01:17 Welcome & Walker's Journey to Bitcoin Podcasting00:04:45 Too Many Bitcoin Podcasts? Echo Chamber Reality Check00:07:21 Finding Your Niche & Competing with Distractions00:10:40 Gaps in Bitcoin Podcasting: Languages, Youth & More00:14:10 Common Mistakes: Video, Workflow & Promotion00:16:03 NOSTR Growth Hacks for Decentralized Media00:20:43 Creative Formats: Tutorials, Niches & Passions00:22:50 Authenticity, Self-Promotion & Orange-Pilling Friends00:28:51 Essential Gear: Pro Bitcoin Podcast Setup Under $50000:35:31 Prep Strategies: Guests, Questions & Styles00:41:34 Austrian Economics Through Bitcoin00:44:31 Skills Gained: Storytelling & Decentralized Media Mastery00:57:27 Clickbait Secrets: Thumbnails, Titles & Delivery01:05:56 Metrics That Matter: Retention & RSS Feeds01:11:06 RSS Setup for Censorship-Resistant Podcasting01:15:02 Is This Time Different? Supercycle Vibes & Stacking Sats01:19:15 Treasury Adoption: Inevitable but Risky for PlebsAbout Walker America:Host of THE Bitcoin Podcast, Bitcoin educator, and decentralized media advocate.X: @WalkerAmerica @titcoinpodcastWebsite: bitcoinpodcast.netGET THE GEAR: bitcoinpodcast.net/gearNostr: primal.net/walker

BTC Sessions Ep. 027: Bitcoin Freedom, Libertarian Struggles & CPS Corruption Exposed | Spike CohenBitcoin the ultimate tool for financial freedom and fighting government overreach? In this eye-opening BTC Sessions interview, Spike Cohen—former Libertarian VP candidate, founder and president of You Are the Power—dives deep into the Libertarian Party's challenges, why politics divides freedom lovers, and how Bitcoin empowers individuals against state-controlled money. Spike exposes Child Protective Services (CPS) corruption, revealing government incentives that profit from family separations via the "child abduction industrial complex." Learn about perverse funding under Title IV-E, family courts ignoring medical evidence, and qualified immunity shielding abusers. Discover You Are the Power's 100% success in reuniting families through grassroots activism, targeting corrupt officials, and humanizing victims. From Bitcoin's early days as "internet funny money" to its role in decentralizing power, Spike shares why Bitcoin is essential for liberty. Essential viewing for Bitcoiners, libertarians, and anyone outraged by CPS abuses, government incentives destroying lives, family courts injustice, and ending qualified immunity. Join the fight for sovereignty—like, subscribe, and stack sats now!Key Topics:Bitcoin as freedom moneyLibertarian Party purpose and infightingChild Protective Services incentivesYou Are the Power activism winsGovernment corruption in family separationsFamily courts and qualified immunityGrassroots strategies over politicsBitcoin for nonprofits and sovereigntyChapters:00:00 Intro & Teaser: Child Abduction Complex00:03:38 Libertarian Party: Elections vs Education00:07:04 Politics as Division & Shifting to Activism00:12:05 Progressivism Grip & Decentralization00:15:14 Exposing CPS Abuses & Government Incentives00:25:56 Hernandez Family Win & Tactics00:31:41 Other Cases: City Councils & Qualified Immunity00:40:49 Bitcoin as Human Sovereignty Tool00:44:55 Libertarian Party's Bitcoin Stance00:53:52 LP Vote Trends & Changing Minds00:59:39 Scale of Activism & Individual Impact01:11:23 Future Runs & Ron Paul Bash01:16:41 Where to Find Spike & DonateAbout Spike Cohen:Former Libertarian VP Candidate, Founder & President of You Are the PowerX: @RealSpikeCohenWebsite: youarethepower.net

Today we're breaking down the Bitcoin blind spot that could quietly destroy everything HODLers have built. Mitch Moore, one of only eight Bitcoin-focused wealth advisors in the US, reveals why estate planning, custody, and education are the missing pillars of generational Bitcoin wealth. From $15M stacks liquidated in bear markets… to heirs selling Bitcoin because they don't understand private keys… to the burden of self-custody at scale, this episode exposes the risks you haven't prepared for. If you care about your family, your stack, and the future of Bitcoin, this is a must-watch!SPONSORS:

Is Bitcoin mining dead in 2025—or smarter than ever? From hydro in Paraguay to heating apartments in Canada, mining isn't just about earning sats anymore—it's reshaping energy markets. In this video, we break down if YOU should mine Bitcoin, how energy costs set the floor price, and the wild ways miners are turning waste heat into value.SPONSORS:

Mentor Sessions Ep. 026: Bitcoin's $2M Gold Parity, ETF Surge, MicroStrategy Risks & Network Threats | Vijay BoyapatiIs Bitcoin set for a historic bull market? In this explosive BTC Sessions interview, Vijay Boyapati, author of The Bullish Case for Bitcoin, reveals why ETF approval is fueling massive institutional adoption, potentially ending Bitcoin cycles. He predicts Bitcoin hitting gold parity at $1.5M–$2M within 5–10 years! Vijay dissects MicroStrategy's financial engineering, NAV premium risks, and treasury companies' threat to Bitcoin's decentralization. He warns of quantum computing challenges, advocates for Bitcoin Core ossification, and shares Ron Paul-inspired libertarian insights on Bitcoin as the global reserve currency. For Bitcoiners seeking bull market analysis this episode is a must-watch! Join the Bitcoin revolution, learn why Vijay champions self-custody, and discover how Bitcoin could reshape finance. Like, subscribe, and secure your financial future now!Key Topics:Bitcoin bull market and ETF approvalVijay Boyapati on institutional adoptionGold parity and $1.5M–$2M price predictionMicroStrategy's financial engineering risksTreasury companies and centralizationQuantum computing threats to BitcoinBitcoin Core ossification debateRon Paul and global reserve currencyChapters:00:00 Intro & Episode Summary01:16 Institutional Adoption02:02 ETF Approval Impact04:13 Gold ETF Comparison & Bull Market05:00 Are Bitcoin Cycles Dead?06:52 Gold Parity Price Prediction10:57 Gold to Bitcoin Shift12:30 Nation States & Bitcoin Reserves13:48 MicroStrategy's Bitcoin Strategy15:30 Financial Engineering & NAV Premium18:49 Centralization Risks24:27 NAV Discount Dangers36:40 Bitcoin Core Ossification41:50 Quantum Computing ThreatsAbout Vijay Boyapati:Author of The Bullish Case for Bitcoin, Software Engineer & Bitcoin AdvocateX: @real_vijayWebsite: bullishcaseforbitcoin.com

The system is designed to drain you at every stage of life: Earn it? Payroll tax. Spend it? Sales tax. Invest it? Capital gains. Save it? Inflation. Every move you make with your money, there's a hand at the tollbooth waiting to take a cut. And the kicker? They built the road.In this episode of Beyond Bitcoin, Oshins breaks down how governments use taxes and inflation as a system of control and how Bitcoin flips the script forever!SPONSORS:

Episode Summary: In this episode, Benoy sits down with Kent Halliburton, CEO of Sazmining, to explore the surprising parallels between Solar and Bitcoin mining. Kent explains how Sazmining makes Bitcoin mining simple for everyday investors, why mining thrives on renewable energy, and what both industries can learn from each other. They also dive into the future of money, hyperinflation, and lessons from building companies in two disruptive industries. Biographies Benoy Thanjan Benoy Thanjan is the Founder and CEO of Reneu Energy, solar developer and consulting firm, and a strategic advisor to multiple cleantech startups. Over his career, Benoy has developed over 100 MW of solar projects across the U.S., helped launch the first residential solar tax equity funds at Tesla, and brokered $45 million in Renewable Energy Credits (“REC”) transactions. Prior to founding Reneu Energy, Benoy was the Environmental Commodities Trader in Tesla's Project Finance Group, where he managed one of the largest environmental commodities portfolios. He originated REC trades and co-developed a monetization and hedging strategy with senior leadership to enter the East Coast market. As Vice President at Vanguard Energy Partners, Benoy crafted project finance solutions for commercial-scale solar portfolios. His role at Ridgewood Renewable Power, a private equity fund with 125 MW of U.S. renewable assets, involved evaluating investment opportunities and maximizing returns. He also played a key role in the sale of the firm's renewable portfolio. Earlier in his career, Benoy worked in Energy Structured Finance at Deloitte & Touche and Financial Advisory Services at Ernst & Young, following an internship on the trading floor at D.E. Shaw & Co., a multi billion dollar hedge fund. Benoy holds an MBA in Finance from Rutgers University and a BS in Finance and Economics from NYU Stern, where he was an Alumni Scholar.   Kent Halliburton Kent is the CEO and Co-Founder of Sazmining and a veteran in the renewable energy sector. Kent led sales and business development for a publicly traded solar energy company, managing a team of over 100 people with a 9-figure sales target.   Stay Connected: Benoy Thanjan Email: info@reneuenergy.com  LinkedIn: Benoy Thanjan Website: https://www.reneuenergy.com   Kent Halliburton Liinkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/khalliburton/ Website:  https://www.sazmining.com/ Twitter:  khaliburton    Financial Raise for Sazmining-https://invest.timestampfinancial.com/offering/sazmining/details Books Mentioned: Check Your Financial Privilege by Alex Gladstein Broken Money by Lyn Alden

Once mocked by academia, Bitcoin is now a full-blown university course at the world's top institutions. What changed? In this episode of Beyond Bitcoin, Oceans breaks down how the ultimate outsider became part of the Ivy League curriculum—and what it really means for global adoption.SPONSORS:

Mentor Sessions Ep. 025: Stefan Molyneux on Anarchy vs Minarchy, Bitcoin Freedom, Peaceful Parenting, and Christianity Dive into the ultimate Bitcoin philosophy showdown: Anarchy vs Minarchy in a hyper-Bitcoinized world! Join Nathan in this explosive interview with Stefan Molyneux from Freedomain—the deplatformed philosopher with nearly a billion views who's been evangelizing Bitcoin since 2011. Discover how decentralized currency like Bitcoin dismantles government power, enforces the non-aggression principle, and paves the way for free market principles to thrive. Stefan breaks down why peaceful parenting is key to ending societal coercion, predicts the coming economic crisis from unfunded liabilities, and explores Bitcoin's surprising ties to morality, governance, Christian ethics, and free will. Plus, mind-bending insights on AI revolutionizing storytelling and why Bitcoin is humanity's best shot at true freedom. If you're fed up with fiat corruption and craving real change, this Bitcoin deep dive reveals the path to a liberated society. Stick around—Stefan's no-holds-barred wisdom could orange-pill your worldview!Key Topics: BTC Sessions interview with Stefan Molyneux Anarchy vs minarchy debate Bitcoin vs government power Non-aggression principle in society Decentralized currency and corruption Peaceful parenting for a virtuous world Economic crisis and unfunded liabilities Free market principles in practice AI storytelling future Governance, morality, and Bitcoin freedom Christian ethics and free will connectionsChapters:00:00:00 Intro00:01:00 Anarchy vs. Minarchy00:37:00 The Role of the State06:29:00 Currency and Corruption12:11:00 Peaceful Parenting Explained13:26:00 Spreading New Ideas20:28:00 Anarchism in Practice31:04:00 Dispute Resolution in Anarchy36:09:00 The Coming Catastrophe43:07:00 Child Abuse and the Non-Aggression Principle44:35:00 The Nature of Good and Evil51:10:00 Bitcoin and Freedom58:01:00 Christian Ethics and Free Will1:03:40:00 The Anxiety of Inflation1:08:29:00 The Future of Storytelling with AI1:16:58:00 Outro & ResourcesAbout Stefan Molyneux:Philosopher, Podcaster & Author at FreedomainX: @StefanMolyneuxWebsite: freedomain.comPeaceful Parenting: peacefulparenting.comEssential Philosophy: essentialphilosophy.com

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One day you'll look back at Bitcoin's price and laugh—not because it doubled… but because it never came back. In this episode, we break down the most important number in finance that no one talks about: Everything ÷ 21,000,000...That's not a meme, it's an equation.It represents all the value humanity will ever create divided by a fixed supply of 21M Bitcoin. Once you truly understand this equation, you'll never look at Bitcoin's price the same again.SPONSORS:

The U.S. Treasury has hinted at how a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve might be built… and it may not involve buying Bitcoin on the open market. Instead, the strategy could lean on seizures, Bitcoin taken from exchanges and criminal cases. If that rings a bell, it should, history shows this play has been run before.SPONSORS:

Mentor Sessions Ep. 024: Roland Bewick on Bitcoin Lightning Scalability, Nostr Protocol, & AI Bitcoin AgentsUnlock Bitcoin Lightning scalability secrets that could power hyperbitcoinization—imagine infinite transactions, self-custody wallets blending with Nostr Protocol for unbreakable privacy, and AI agents Bitcoin revolutionizing payments. In this BTC Sessions exclusive, Alby Hub's Roland Bewick dives deep into Lightning Network's infinite potential, Bolt 12 privacy upgrades, Nostr Wallet Connect for seamless self-sovereignty, and how AI agents automate your life on a Bitcoin standard. From Lightning's trade-offs to Nostr's decentralized magic, Roland reveals why Alby Hub is the ultimate self-custody wallet for scaling Bitcoin globally. Discover how these tools combat censorship, boost productivity, and pave the way for hyperbitcoinization—where everyone holds their own keys to money and speech. Hesitant on Lightning? Roland shares real-world success in El Salvador, privacy hacks, and future integrations like Ark for massive scalability. This Bitcoin-only deep dive exposes how Nostr Protocol + Lightning crushes fiat limitations, empowers AI agents Bitcoin, and accelerates self-sovereignty. Don't miss why Bolt 12 privacy and Nostr Wallet Connect are game-changers for your stack!Key Topics:Bitcoin Lightning scalability and trade-offsNostr Protocol for decentralized identity and appsAlby Hub as the ultimate self-custody walletAI agents Bitcoin integration for automationBolt 12 privacy enhancementsNostr Wallet Connect for seamless connectionsHyperbitcoinization vision and productivity gainsChapters:• 00:00:00 - Intro: Bitcoin as Internet Currency & Lightning Infinite Potential• 00:01:09 - Lightning Network Basics for Newcomers• 00:02:23 - Lightning Trade-Offs: Risks, Liquidity & Node Management• 00:08:08 - Pathfinding & Real-World Lightning Success in El Salvador• 00:13:34 - Lightning Privacy: Bolt 12 & Public vs Private Nodes• 00:15:53 - Nostr Protocol Overview: Beyond Social Media• 00:19:40 - Nostr Wallet Connect: Private, Seamless Node Connections• 00:22:28 - Alby Hub Mission: Openness, Sovereignty & Innovation• 00:28:30 - Hyperbitcoinization Vision: AI Agents Bitcoin & Productivity• 00:34:28 - AI Integration: Alby MCP Server & Agent Tools• 00:36:18 - Human Rights Tools: Bolt 12 Privacy in Authoritarian Regimes• 00:39:08 - Lightning Scalability Limits & Future Layers like Ark• 00:46:34 - Setting Up Alby Hub: Hardware, Onboarding & Self-Custody• 00:51:56 - Alby App Store Recommendations & Use Cases• 00:53:09 - Latest Updates: Bolt 12, Swaps, Rebalancing & Future PlansAbout Roland Bewick:Lightning App Developer at Alby HubX: @rolznzNOSTR: npub1zk6u7mxlflguqteghn8q7xtu47hyerruv6379c36l8lxzzr4x90q0gl6efWebsite: getalby.com ⚡ POWERED by @Sazmining — the easiest way to mine Bitcoin and take control of your financial future. ⛏️You own the rig

What's your worst-case scenario? Zombie apocalypse? Grid failure? Economic collapse? From nuclear war threats to CBDCs, from frozen power grids to global economic chaos...we explore why Bitcoin might be the only money that survives everything!SPONSORS:

Quantum computers are coming… but will they send Bitcoin to ZERO? In this episode, we break down the truth about quantum computing, SHA256, and whether your Bitcoin is really at risk. No tech degree required — just curiosity and a love for drama. Oshins explains how SHA256 keeps your Bitcoin safe, what quantum computing actually is, and why experts say we're still decades away from a real threat. Plus, we'll explore the “quantum arms race” between hackers and scientists, and how Bitcoin is already preparing for the future.SPONSORS:

Mentor Sessions Ep. 023: Robbie Bernstein on Bitcoin vs. Government, Trump Fiscal Policy, Decentralization & Media CollapseWhat if Bitcoin is the ultimate Trojan horse against government overreach, Trump's chaotic fiscal policy, and dying centralized media? In this unfiltered Mentor Sessions interview, comedian and podcaster Robbie Bernstein (Run Your Mouth, Part of the Problem) torches the status quo, exposing how currency manipulation erodes personal responsibility, why decentralization is killing mainstream media, and Bitcoin's role as a defiant asset in a fiat nightmare. From Epstein conspiracies to Porch Tour tales, Robbie unpacks Trump's tariffs, government corruption, and why comedy is the new truth serum. Hesitant on Bitcoin? Robbie reveals his 40% net worth bet and how it defunds endless inflation. Dive into this wild ride blending Bitcoin, Trump, government scams, decentralization, media death, Epstein intrigue, currency wars, fiscal policy fails, Porch Tour antics, and razor-sharp comedy—essential for escaping the matrix!Chapters:• 00:00:00 - Intro• 00:01:06 - Wild Open: Epstein, Bitcoin Price & Final Solutions JokeHumor hits hard with Epstein lists, Bitcoin forecasts, and satirical takes.• 00:02:15 - Politics Realignment: Trump vs. DemocratsDiscussing Trump's declining popularity and why he's still the better option.• 00:03:18 - Porch Tour Tales: Meeting America's Autistic FansRobbie shares road stories from his unique backyard comedy tour.• 00:03:48 - Trump Critique: Fiscal Policy, Tariffs & Central PlanningBreaking down Trump's nightmares on economy, wars, and factory jobs obsession.• 00:06:15 - Bitcoin Voting Bloc: Why Root for Trump?How Bitcoiners influenced politics and Trump's pro-Bitcoin promises.• 00:08:08 - Currency Wars: Highlander Analogy & Bitcoin Trojan HorseBitcoin as the one true currency driving out fiat, with stablecoins' role.• 00:11:47 - Comedians as Truth Tellers: Covid & Media DeathWhy comics outperform journalists, plus Overton window shifts post-Covid.• 00:13:36 - Epstein Deep Dive: Trump's Handling & Elite BlackmailUnpacking the Epstein saga, Trump's fumble, and intelligence ties.• 00:18:30 - Decentralization Beauty: Media & Culture ShiftsHow media decentralization empowers ideas, with Bitcoin parallels.• 00:24:44 - Comedy Roots: Politics, Upbringing & SkepticismRobbie's journey from comedy to politics, influenced by 2008 crisis.• 00:32:02 - Batshit Conspiracies: Aliens, UFOs & Sorting TruthWild theories on aliens, government lies, and incentive structures.• 00:40:53 - Debt Awareness: $37T Hole & Bitcoin ContrarianismPublic ignorance on debt, plus Robbie's 40% Bitcoin allocation.• 00:52:44 - Wrap-Up: Best Sandwiches, Comedians & Porch Tour PromoFood favorites, inspiring comics, and invites to Robbie's events.About Robbie Bernstein:Comedian & Podcaster, Run Your Mouth & Part of the ProblemX: @robbiethefireWebsite: porchtour.com⚡ POWERED by @Sazmining — the easiest way to mine Bitcoin and take control of your financial future. ⛏️You own the rig

Satoshi Nakamoto holds billions in Bitcoin—and never touched a cent. No press, no pitch deck, just pure code and conviction. This video breaks down how the anonymous founder of Bitcoin reshaped money without ever stepping into the spotlight.SPONSORS:

Everyone's asking how high Bitcoin can go. But here's the real question: Why is Bitcoin the only asset with a mathematical path to $1 million? This video breaks down the financial shift happening now—from Wall Street adoption to nation-state reserves—and why Bitcoin is the only crypto that truly matters.SPONSORS:

Mentor Sessions Ep. 022: Luke Gromen on Bitcoin, Dollar Devaluation, and Global Power ShiftsWhat if the chaos—wild news cycles, economic policy flip-flops, and geopolitical drama—isn't random, but a red flag of a massive shift unfolding now? In this unmissable Mentor Sessions interview, macro guru Luke Gromen, FFTT's prediction savant, decodes the Washington's panic, dollar devaluation's knock on effects, and military technology's role in reshaping global finance. Bitcoin isn't just a hedge—it's a potential reserve asset in a world of fiscal policy chaos and inflation. From digital currency disrupting the status quo to geopolitical influence slipping, Gromen reveals how Bitcoin could redefine power in a crumbling fiat system. Want to survive the U.S. economy's next chapter? Watch now for insights that cut through the noise! Key Topics: Economic policy and dollar devaluation impacts Military technology and geopolitical influence shifts Bitcoin as a reserve asset and digital currency Fiscal policy, inflation, and global finance trendsChapters:• 00:00:00 - Intro: Chaos as a SignalLuke Gromen frames today's chaos as a sign of major shifts.• 00:01:22 - Noise is the Signal: DC's PanicWhy failed economic plans have Washington scrambling.• 00:05:07 - Dollar Devaluation HitsHow devaluing the dollar boosts gold and Bitcoin.• 00:09:01 - Powell's Missed ChanceComparing today's policies to past economic fixes.• 00:13:06 - Screw Bondholders, Save AmericaChoosing the U.S. over banks with hot inflation.• 00:17:02 - Winners and LosersWho gains and loses in this economic shakeup.• 00:21:06 - Cantillon Effect ExposedHow money printing screws the working class—unless labor's tight.• 00:25:14 - Empire vs. Home StrengthTrading global reach for domestic gains.• 00:29:04 - Military Tech RevolutionDrones and missiles ending U.S. dominance.• 00:33:19 - Protection FadesWhy U.S. defense can't back the dollar anymore.• 00:41:11 - Weaponizing the DollarSanctions backfiring on the dollar's reign.• 00:45:04 - Bitcoin as Reserve Asset?Could Bitcoin replace treasuries in global finance?• 00:49:11 - Stablecoins Lead to BitcoinHow stablecoins pave the way for Bitcoin adoption.• 00:53:00 - Bitcoin's Power SurgeBitcoin holders' rising political clout.• 00:57:00 - Sovereign Debt WarningThe UK's crisis as a fiat system red flag.About Luke Gromen: Macro Analyst, FTX LLC X: @LukeGromenWebsite: fftt-llc.com⚡ POWERED by @Sazmining — the easiest way to mine Bitcoin and take control of your financial future. ⛏️You own the rig

How much Bitcoin do you really need to retire? The answer may surprise you—and change your mindset entirely. In this bold breakdown, we challenge traditional retirement thinking, expose economic lies, and reveal why Bitcoin might be the only lifeboat left.SPONSORS:

Why isn't Bitcoin pumping despite all the institutional hype? This video dives deep into “Paper Bitcoin,” why institutions like BlackRock are buying in, and why real Bitcoiners shouldn't worry. If you think you know Bitcoin—think again.SPONSORS:

Mentor Sessions Ep. 021: Bitcoin's Fight for Freedom: Alex Gladstein on Human Rights, IMF Debt Traps, and the Trojan Horse EffectWhat if Bitcoin isn't just for Wall Street, but a shield for freedom and human rights? In this explosive BTC Sessions interview, Alex Gladstein, Chief Strategy Officer at the Human Rights Foundation, unveils how Bitcoin empowers activism, defies censorship, and challenges the IMF's debt traps. From broken economies to authoritarian regimes, it's not about getting rich—it's about surviving inflation, tyranny, and financial oppression. Gladstein reveals how giants like Vanguard and BlackRock adopting Bitcoin unknowingly spread decentralization and freedom technology, acting as a Trojan horse against the International Monetary Fund's predatory system. Discover how Bitcoin could free nations and individuals from debt traps, reshaping global finance and human rights. Ready to escape the fiat matrix? Watch now for a mind-blowing take on Bitcoin's revolutionary power!Key Topics:• Bitcoin as an activist tool• Censorship resistance and decentralization• The IMF's debt trap history• Trojan horse effect of institutional adoption Chapters:• 00:00:00 - Intro: Bitcoin's Role in FreedomGladstein on Bitcoin as a tool for activism and dissidents.• 00:01:27 - Beyond Tech Bros: Bitcoin for AllWhy Bitcoin isn't just for the privileged.• 00:03:39 - Financial Privilege ExposedHow financial privilege blinds critics to Bitcoin's value.• 00:06:43 - Censorship Resistance in ActionBitcoin's power for activists under oppressive regimes.• 00:14:20 - Oslo Freedom Forum InsightsStories of censorship resistance from activists.• 00:32:14 - IMF Debt Traps UnveiledThe IMF's predatory lending and debt trap legacy.• 00:52:46 - Bitcoin vs. IMF: El Salvador's FightCan Bitcoin free countries like El Salvador from the IMF?• 00:59:01 - Trojan Horse of FreedomHow adoption drives decentralization and freedom.• 01:00:50 - Bitcoin's Unstoppable FutureWhy governments can't stop Bitcoin's rise.• 01:02:31 - Open-Source Money's PowerThe gift of Bitcoin's programmability.• 01:03:05 - Closing: Get Involved TodayGladstein's call to join the Bitcoin revolution. About Alex Gladstein:• Chief Strategy Officer, Human Rights Foundation• Twitter: @gladstein• Website: https://hrf.org/ Donate: https://hrf.org/btc/⚡ POWERED by @Sazmining — the easiest way to mine Bitcoin and take control of your financial future. ⛏️You own the rig

Still waiting for the perfect time to buy Bitcoin? This video breaks down why trying to time the market is the fastest way to miss out. Backed by hard data and sharp perspective, this is your signal—buy and hold.SPONSORS:

Your "safe" investments might be anything but. This episode breaks down why Modern Portfolio Theory is collapsing—and how Bitcoin is quietly taking its place. If BlackRock's making the switch, shouldn't you?SPONSORS:

Mentor Sessions Ep. 020: Decentralized Health: Dr. Ahmad Ammous on Bitcoin, Diet, and Breaking Free from Big PharmaWhy is modern medicine failing us? In this explosive BTC Sessions interview, Dr. Ahmad Ammous, an internal medicine expert, reveals how pharmaceutical corruption has hijacked healthcare, pushing pills over real solutions. He uncovers the power of the paleo diet, animal protein, and sunlight exposure to reverse chronic disease and boost testosterone levels. Dr. Ammous exposes the dangers of blue light, the importance of the microbiome, and why lifestyle medicine beats alternative medicine hype. But here's the kicker: Bitcoin could fix it all by decentralizing health, breaking free from fiat incentives. Ready for a decentralized health revolution? We dive deep into how sound money aligns with sound living. Watch now to rethink health and wealth!Key Topics:• Paleo diet and animal protein• Sunlight exposure vs. blue light• Pharmaceutical corruption• Lifestyle medicine for chronic disease• Microbiome and testosterone levels• Bitcoin and decentralized healthChapters:• 00:00:00 - Intro: The Corrupt Medical SystemDr. Ammous calls out the captured medical system.• 00:00:43 - Meet Dr. Ahmad AmmousHis journey from internal medicine to truth-seeker.• 00:01:23 - Paleo Diet AwakeningHow the paleo diet sparked Dr. Ammous's health revolution.• 00:03:15 - What Is Internal Medicine?A breakdown of his hospitalist role.• 00:05:45 - Corruption in Medical GuidelinesHow Big Pharma funds flawed guidelines.• 00:09:25 - Animal Protein and FatsWhy animal protein is key to health.• 00:10:22 - Sunlight Exposure BenefitsThe science behind sunlight exposure and energy.• 00:16:33 - Blue Light ToxicityHow blue light wrecks your mitochondria.• 00:25:35 - Chronic Disease and Lifestyle MedicineWhy lifestyle medicine trumps pills for chronic disease.• 00:30:21 - Microbiome MattersDiet and light's impact on your microbiome.• 00:38:17 - Testosterone DeclineFixing testosterone levels with diet and light.• 00:40:37 - Bitcoin's Healthcare FutureA decentralized health vision with Bitcoin.• 00:48:57 - Budget Health HacksAffordable ways to get animal protein. About Dr. Ahmad Ammous:• Internal Medicine Specialist• Twitter: @AmmousMD• Instagram: @AmmousMD • Website: https://ammousmd.com/⚡ POWERED by @Sazmining — the easiest way to mine Bitcoin and take control of your financial future. ⛏️You own the rig

Bitcoin's new all-time high feels like a win—but is it actually a warning? Oceans breaks down how surging BTC prices may signal deeper problems: inflation, money printing, and growing inequality. Watch to the end to see why being bullish might mean tough times ahead.SPONSORS:

What if Bitcoin isn't just about money—but your identity? In this raw, philosophical breakdown, Oceans ties ego, fiat, and Bitcoin into one powerful truth. Hit play and challenge everything you thought you knew about freedom.SPONSORS:

Mentor Sessions Ep.019: Phil Champagne on Bitcoin vs Altcoins, Decentralization, and Satoshi NakamotoBitcoin is the only cryptocurrency that matters—but why? In this must-watch interview on BTC Sessions, we sit down with Phil Champagne, author of The Book of Satoshi and Bitcoin vs Altcoins, to uncover the truth. Phil breaks down the critical role of decentralization and proof of work, explaining why Bitcoin's security and network effects are unmatched in the blockchain world. He exposes the flaws of altcoins, showing why they can't rival Bitcoin's dominance. From Satoshi Nakamoto's incredible design to the failures of fiat currency, Phil delivers a masterclass in cryptocurrency fundamentals. Whether you're new to Bitcoin or a seasoned hodler, this discussion will deepen your understanding of why Bitcoin stands alone against altcoins and centralized systems. Don't miss out—watch now!Key Topics: • Decentralization and Proof of Work • Satoshi Nakamoto and Craig Wright • Bitcoin's Security and Network Effects • Altcoins vs Bitcoin • Fiat Currency Failures• 00:02:02 - Craig Wright and the Second EditionPhil discusses how the Craig Wright controversy inspired updates in the second edition of The Book of Satoshi.• 00:05:01 - Why Satoshi's Identity Doesn't MatterThe focus shifts to Bitcoin's functionality and why speculation about Satoshi's identity is secondary.• 00:05:43 - Bitcoin's Lasting StrengthsPhil outlines the qualities that have kept Bitcoin robust and relevant for over 15 years.• 00:06:01 - Decentralization and Proof of WorkA deep dive into how decentralization and proof of work underpin Bitcoin's security.• 00:07:01 - What Are 51% Attacks?Phil explains 51% attacks and Bitcoin's hash power as a defense against them.• 00:08:35 - The Blocksize Wars and Bitcoin CashThe pivotal blocksize debate and the Bitcoin Cash fork's lasting implications.• 00:12:15 - Lightning Network: Scaling BitcoinHow the Lightning Network tackles Bitcoin's scalability issues for broader adoption.• 00:14:19 - Network Effects Driving BitcoinThe role of network effects in cementing Bitcoin's value and dominance.• 00:16:07 - Psychology of Crypto SpeculationInsights into how human behavior fuels speculation in the cryptocurrency market.• 00:20:02 - Bitcoin as a Savings ToolPhil presents Bitcoin as a powerful long-term savings technology.• 00:44:00 - XRP's Centralization ExposedA critique of XRP's centralized design under Ripple's control, compared to Bitcoin's ethos.• 01:02:41 - Bitcoin's Transparency EdgeThe importance of transparency and accountability in Bitcoin's ecosystem.About Phil Champagne: • Author of The Book of Satoshi and Bitcoin vs Altcoins • Twitter: @egg_descrambler• Website: https://philchampagne.com/• Books available on Amazon⚡ POWERED by @Sazmining — the easiest way to mine Bitcoin and take control of your financial future. ⛏️You own the rig

Most people go through life without ever questioning the money system they're trapped in. In this video, we break down the fiat matrix – the hidden structure that keeps you working harder for less – and why Bitcoin is the ultimate tool to escape it.SPONSORS:

“The right to transact actually precedes all other rights. I hope the Bitcoin community engages in what I think is actually the most important fight that we could possibly wage, is to get inserted into the Bill of Rights of freedom to transact.” In this episode of THE Bitcoin Podcast, host Walker America sits down with Kent Halliburton, co-founder of Sazmining, for an eye-opening conversation on Bitcoin mining, KYC-free sats, the future of Bitcoin policy, and why wild sats are the ultimate form of financial freedom. Kent shares his orange-pill journey from rooftop solar to building a mining-as-a-service company that empowers everyday Bitcoiners to mine real, untouched, surveillance-free Bitcoin—without the noise, hassle, or KYC. We dive deep into:

Everyone's shouting numbers: $1M, $10M, $250K Bitcoin. But what do these predictions really mean? This video dives into the psychology, uncertainty, and hype behind Bitcoin price forecasts—and the dangerous dopamine hit they deliver.SPONSORS:

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In this episode, we dive into the world of Bitcoin mining with Kent Halliburton, CEO and co-founder of Sazmining. Kent shares his journey from working in rooftop solar to leading a company that focuses on renewable energy-powered Bitcoin mining. We explore the benefits of using hydroelectric power in Paraguay and Wisconsin, and how SaaS Mining is making Bitcoin mining accessible to the average person.Kent discusses the challenges and opportunities in the Bitcoin mining industry, especially after the recent Bitcoin halving. He explains how SaaS Mining's business model aligns with their clients' interests, ensuring a transparent and mutually beneficial relationship.We also touch on the importance of financial literacy and sovereignty, both in personal life and in the broader context of Bitcoin. Kent shares personal anecdotes about raising his daughters with these values and the lessons learned from living in the Amazon.Throughout the episode, we explore the potential of Bitcoin mining as a tool for economic empowerment and environmental sustainability, and how it can be a more cost-effective way to acquire Bitcoin compared to traditional exchanges. Join us for an insightful conversation that blends technology, family, and the future of money.https://sazmining.comhttps://x.com/khalliburtonhttps://iris.to/kenthttps://x.com/Sazmining ❤️ SUBSCRIBE to the LOVE Warrior Newsletterhttps://djvalerieblove.com/subscribe

"Bitcoin mining looks for the lowest cost power... that just happens to be renewable." - Kent Halliburton My guest today is Kent Halliburton. Kent is the CEO & Co-founder of Sazmining, a hosted Bitcoin mining provider utilizing 100% renewable energy sources. In this episode we discuss Bitcoin mining's environmental impact, incentives driving renewable energy use, deflationary effects on consumerism, and inevitable adoption. Kent shares insights on running a Bitcoin business amidst regulatory risks and combating misinformation, while also suggesting the benefits of stacking sats via mining for lower costs and privacy.Follow Kent on XYou can find Trey on nostr, X, and via the pod's social channelsEXCLUSIVE SPONSORS:BitBox: Get the open-source Bitbox02 Bitcoin only edition. It's my favorite bitcoin hardware wallet for you to take self-custody of your bitcoin and keep your private keys safe in cold storage. Use promo-code TPB during checkout at https://bitbox.shop/?ref=kT4OQ4xuYs to get 5% off your purchase, including accessories and merch!You, our listener! Thank you to our supporters. To support The Progressive Bitcoiner and access rewards, including our new TPB merch, head to our geyser page: https://geyser.fund/project/tpbpod PROMO CODES:Sazmining: Hosted Bitcoin mining made easy, using 100% cheap and renewable energy. Get $50 off the purchase of a miner using the following link: https://app.sazmining.com/purchase?ref=byyhN2mCGXluLightning Store: Head to https://lightning.store/ and use promo-code ‘TPB' to get 20% off all products.To learn more, visit our websiteFollow the pod on X | Nostr | Bluesky | Instagram | Threads | Facebook | LinkedIn | TikTokJoin in on the conversation at our Progressive Bitcoiner Community telegram group!The Team: Producer/Editor: @DamienSomerset | Branding/Art: @Daniel | Website: @EvanPrim Get full access to TPB Weekly Digest at progressivebitcoiner.substack.com/subscribe

"If you're born in a cage, if you're born in prison, then freedom will look funny to you. But with a tool such as Bitcoin, this actually opens your eyes to your rights as a human, your rights as a citizen.” - MarcelMy guest today is Marcel Lorraine. Marcel is the Founder & CEO of Bitcoin Dada, a women centric entity that is working towards educating African women into Bitcoin. In this episode we discuss the systemic barriers women face in Africa, how Bitcoin can help transform opportunities and beliefs, the strength of Bitcoin Dada's grassroots community approach, the role African women play as the foundation of communities, practical use cases and adoption challenges, and more. To learn more and donate/support the work of Bitcoin Dada, please head to their website: https://btcdada.com/ Support their annual charity campaign for education and hygiene in Kenya and Uganda as well: https://geyser.fund/project/btcforhumanity Follow Marcel on X You can find Trey on nostr and via the pod's social channelsSPONSORS:ZEUS is an open-source, self-custodial Bitcoin wallet that gives you full control over how you make payments. Head to Zuesln.com to learn more and download. *New* save 5% on LSP fees by using code ‘TPB' in the access code under LSP settings. BitBox: My favorite bitcoin hardware wallet for keeping your bitcoin safe in cold storage. Use promo-code TPB during checkout at https://bitbox.swiss/tpb to get 5% off your purchase. Sazmining: Get $50 off the purchase of a miner using the following link: https://app.sazmining.com/purchase?ref=byyhN2mCGXlu. Sazmining is a Hosted Bitcoin Mining provider with a commitment to using 100% renewable energy for your mining operation.To learn more, visit our websiteFollow the pod on X | Nostr | Bluesky | Instagram | Threads | Facebook | LinkedIn | TikTokSupport The Progressive Bitcoiner: https://geyser.fund/project/theprogressivebitcoiner Join in on the conversation at our Progressive Bitcoiner Community telegram group!The Team: Producer/Editor: @DamienSomerset | Branding/Art: @Daniel | Website: @EvanPrim Get full access to TPB Weekly Digest at progressivebitcoiner.substack.com/subscribe

"Bitcoin is money, but specifically Bitcoin is a form of money that isn't controlled by any kind of centralized entity." - Ben My guest today is Ben de Waal. Ben is an engineer, technologist, and Bitcoin consultant, having previously led various engineering projects including as Vice President of Engineering at Swan. Ben also advocates for decentralized solutions and is always interested in discussing philosophy and human affairs through his lens as a libertarian socialist/anarchist. As we anticipate further price action and interest in Bitcoin, Ben was the perfect guest to have on to discuss Bitcoin fundamentals for those that wonder, what is Bitcoin anyway? In this episode we cover how Bitcoin works as decentralized digital money without centralized control. Topics covered include Bitcoin mining, transactions, fees, private keys, seed phrases, the Lightning Network, differences between proof of work vs proof of stake, why Bitcoin has value, and more. Follow Ben on XYou can find Trey on nostr and via the pod's social channels SPONSORS:ZEUS is an open-source, self-custodial Bitcoin wallet that gives you full control over how you make payments. Head to Zuesln.com to learn more and download.BitBox: My favorite bitcoin hardware wallet for keeping your bitcoin safe in cold storage. Use promo-code TPB during checkout to get 5% off your purchase: https://bitbox.swiss/tpb Sazmining: Get $50 off the purchase of a miner using the following link: https://app.sazmining.com/purchase?ref=byyhN2mCGXlu. Sazmining is a Hosted Bitcoin Mining provider with a commitment to using 100% renewable energy for your mining operation.To learn more, visit our website Follow the pod on X | Nostr | Bluesky | Instagram | Threads | Facebook | LinkedIn | TikTok Support The Progressive Bitcoiner: https://geyser.fund/project/theprogressivebitcoiner Join in on the conversation at our Progressive Bitcoiner Community telegram group!The Team: Producer/Editor: @DamienSomerset | Branding/Art: @Daniel | Website: @EvanPrim Get full access to TPB Weekly Digest at progressivebitcoiner.substack.com/subscribe

"Bitcoin breeds curiosity. And that curiosity paired with agency over your own life is so powerful" - JohnMy guests today are John and Reyna from Mi Primer Bitcoin. Mi Primer Bitcoin (My First Bitcoin) is a nonprofit based in El Salvador, built around a core concept: that independent, impartial, community-led Bitcoin education will change the world. John is the Founder and Executive Director and Reyna is the Vice Director of Adoption and Relations of Mi Primer Bitcoin. In this episode we discuss the importance of focusing on empowerment, critical thinking, financial literacy, and hope regarding their approach to Bitcoin education. We discuss the impartial and independent nature of Mi Primer Bitcoin, hope for the younger generation in El Salvador, and fighting against co-option of Bitcoin from various interests and groups that wish to see Bitcoin as fiat 2.0 rather than the tool for empowerment, money outside of state and special interest control. Please consider donating to Mi Primer Bitcoin and supporting their great education efforts in El Salvador and around the world: https://miprimerbitcoin.io/en/donate/ John: https://twitter.com/jdennehy_writes Reyna: https://twitter.com/ReynaChicas2You can find Trey on nostr and via the pod's social channelsSPONSORS:ZEUS is an open-source, self-custodial Bitcoin wallet that gives you full control over how you make payments. Head to Zuesln.com to learn more and download.BitBox: My favorite bitcoin hardware wallet for keeping your bitcoin safe in cold storage. Use promo-code TPB during checkout to get 5% off your purchase: https://bitbox.swiss/tpb Sazmining: Get $50 off the purchase of a miner using the following link: https://app.sazmining.com/purchase?ref=byyhN2mCGXlu. Sazmining is a Hosted Bitcoin Mining provider with a commitment to using 100% renewable energy for your mining operation.Support The Progressive Bitcoiner: https://geyser.fund/project/theprogressivebitcoiner Join in on the conversation at our Progressive Bitcoiner Community telegram group!The Team:Producer/Editor: @DamienSomersetBranding/Art: @DanielWebsite: @EvanPrim Get full access to TPB Weekly Digest at progressivebitcoiner.substack.com/subscribe

“Bitcoin is Hope.” - ChristineWe have a special bonus episode this week! My guests today are Bryon and Christine. Bryon and Christine are both educators from the midwest, have been in the Bitcoin space for quite a while and have been leading the way in many regards from the progressive bitcoin side. Both being lifelong progressives and democrats, they speak to Bitcoin's progressive values and why democrats, and the democratic party, should adopt bitcoin and why bitcoin is hope, what it can do for the working class, for refugees, and how political parties and typical solutions have left too many Americans behind. You will feel the midwest charm and warmth in this episode from Bryon and Christine, and we hope the everyday, average person can really resonate with this episode. As Bryon says, “we're just people,” and they have countless examples of what Bitcoin has done for them, and many others. Christine is also a feminist science author, so please check out her series, the “Europa Trilogy.”You can follow Bryon and Christine on X You can find Trey on nostr and via the pod's social channelsSPONSORS:ZEUS is an open-source, self-custodial Bitcoin wallet that gives you full control over how you make payments. Head to Zuesln.com to learn more and download.BitBox: My favorite bitcoin hardware wallet for keeping your bitcoin safe in cold storage. Use promo-code TPB during checkout to get 5% off your purchase: https://bitbox.swiss/tpb Sazmining: Get $50 off the purchase of a miner using the following link: https://app.sazmining.com/purchase?ref=byyhN2mCGXlu. Sazmining is a Hosted Bitcoin Mining provider with a commitment to using 100% renewable energy for your mining operation.Support The Progressive Bitcoiner: https://geyser.fund/project/theprogressivebitcoiner Join in on the conversation at our Progressive Bitcoiner Community telegram group!The Team:Producer/Editor: @DamienSomersetBranding/Art: @DanielWebsite: @EvanPrim Get full access to TPB Weekly Digest at progressivebitcoiner.substack.com/subscribe

“Bitcoin returns to this positive view of the future” - ThomasMy guests today are Thomas Hunt aka Mad Bitcoins and Daniel. Thomas is the co-founder of the World Crypto Network and has been creating popular Bitcoin content as Mad Bitcoins, including shows like “The Bitcoin Group,” for over a decade. Daniel is The Progressive Bitcoiner's master of art, branding, show and guest consultation and beyond. He also heads up marketing for Pubkey, the Bitcoin bar in NYC. In this episode we discuss Bitcoin adoption, inevitability, community building, fighting misconceptions from the left, and making the progressive case for Bitcoin as a tool for financial freedom and self-sovereignty. We reflect on the past decade in Bitcoin, their own stories and journeys through this wild crypto and bitcoin landscape, and more.Follow Thomas on X and nostr Follow Daniel on nostr You can find Trey on nostr and via the pod's social channels SPONSORS:ZEUS is an open-source, self-custodial Bitcoin wallet that gives you full control over how you make payments. Head to Zuesln.com to learn more and download.BitBox: My favorite bitcoin hardware wallet for keeping your bitcoin safe in cold storage. Use promo-code TPB during checkout to get 5% off your purchase: https://bitbox.swiss/tpb Sazmining: Get $50 off the purchase of a miner using the following link: https://app.sazmining.com/purchase?ref=byyhN2mCGXlu. Sazmining is a Hosted Bitcoin Mining provider with a commitment to using 100% renewable energy for your mining operation.Support The Progressive Bitcoiner: https://geyser.fund/project/theprogressivebitcoiner Join in on the conversation at our Progressive Bitcoiner Community telegram group!The Team:Producer/Editor: @DamienSomersetBranding/Art: @DanielWebsite: @EvanPrim Get full access to TPB Weekly Digest at progressivebitcoiner.substack.com/subscribe

“I think humans can fix almost everything and Biticoin is a very powerful tool towards that” - Ahmed GatnashMy guest today is Ahmed Gatnash. Ahmed is author of “The Middle East Crisis Factory” and Executive Director of the Kawaakibi Foundation, an accelerator for thinkers and doers, with a focus on the future of freedom in the Middle East and North Africa. In this episode we discuss using Bitcoin as a tool for human rights and financial freedom, the complex politics and need for new progressive paradigms in the MENA region, democracy efforts globally, the end of monetary imperialism in Africa, Bitcoin adoption challenges and use cases for the oppressed, the outsized focus Bitcoin ETFs and Wall Street, and more. Follow Ahmed on XYou can find Trey on nostr and via the pod's social channelsSPONSORS:ZEUS is an open-source, self-custodial Bitcoin wallet that gives you full control over how you make payments. Head to Zuesln.com to learn more and download.BitBox: My favorite bitcoin hardware wallet for keeping your bitcoin safe in cold storage. Use promo-code TPB during checkout to get 5% off your purchase: https://bitbox.swiss/tpb Sazmining: Get $50 off the purchase of a miner using the following link: https://app.sazmining.com/purchase?ref=byyhN2mCGXlu. Sazmining is a Hosted Bitcoin Mining provider with a commitment to using 100% renewable energy for your mining operation.Support The Progressive Bitcoiner: https://geyser.fund/project/theprogressivebitcoiner Join in on the conversation at our Progressive Bitcoiner Community telegram group!The Team:Producer/Editor: @DamienSomersetBranding/Art: @DanielWebsite: @EvanPrim Get full access to TPB Weekly Digest at progressivebitcoiner.substack.com/subscribe

“Bitcoin is most useful if more people use it.” - ErikMy guest today is Erik. Erik is a UX designer and has worked on many bitcoin projects including Hoseki and eNuts, a cashu wallet for android and iOS. Cashu is a free and open-source Chaumian ecash system built for Bitcoin that offers near-perfect privacy for users of custodial Bitcoin applications. We discuss Bitcoin design, usability, cashu and the privacy benefits and importance, scaling bitcoin both at a protocol and cultural layer, political ideologies, freedom of speech, hope for reform, and more. Follow Erik on X.You can find Trey on nostr and via the pod's social channelsSPONSORS:NEW* ZEUS is an open-source, self-custodial Bitcoin wallet that gives you full control over how you make payments. Head to Zuesln.com to learn more and download.BitBox: My favorite bitcoin hardware wallet for keeping your bitcoin safe in cold storage. Use promo-code TPB during checkout to get 5% off your purchase: https://bitbox.swiss/tpb Sazmining: Get $50 off the purchase of a miner using the following link: https://app.sazmining.com/purchase?ref=byyhN2mCGXlu. Sazmining is a Hosted Bitcoin Mining provider with a commitment to using 100% renewable energy for your mining operation.Support The Progressive Bitcoiner: https://geyser.fund/project/theprogressivebitcoiner Join in on the conversation at our Progressive Bitcoiner Community telegram group!The Team:Producer/Editor: @DamienSomersetBranding/Art: @DanielWebsite: @EvanPrim Get full access to TPB Weekly Digest at progressivebitcoiner.substack.com/subscribe

“I want people to become more curious about Bitcoin, even if they just want to prove it wrong.” - Alana My guest today is Alana Mediavilla. Alana is an award-winning filmmaker, producer, director, writer, founder, mother & wife, having previously produced content for some of the largest tech brands including Google and now as founder and CEO of Filmkik, a remote video production company. Alana joined me to discuss her short film Stranded, focussing on Bitcoin miners monetizing stranded energy for good, and upcoming film Dirty Coin, a bitcoin mining documentary. We talk about the impacts of bitcoin mining, misconceptions around its energy use and environmental impact, and how Bitcoin serves as a monetary lifeline for people in restricted economies. We discuss privacy and technology, and Alana shares with us her creative motivations, life lessons for being a creative and filmmaker, the balance in everything. Follow Alana and Dirty Coin on X. You can find Trey on nostr and via the pod's social channels SPONSORS:NEW* ZEUS is an open-source, self-custodial Bitcoin wallet that gives you full control over how you make payments. Head to Zuesln.com to learn more and download. BitBox: My favorite bitcoin hardware wallet for keeping your bitcoin safe in cold storage. Use promo-code TPB during checkout to get 5% off your purchase: https://bitbox.swiss/tpb Sazmining: Get $50 off the purchase of a miner using the following link: https://app.sazmining.com/purchase?ref=byyhN2mCGXlu. Sazmining is a Hosted Bitcoin Mining provider with a commitment to using 100% renewable energy for your mining operation.Support The Progressive Bitcoiner: https://geyser.fund/project/theprogressivebitcoiner Join in on the conversation at our Progressive Bitcoiner Community telegram group!The Team:Producer/Editor: @DamienSomerset Branding/Art: @Daniel Website: @EvanPrim Get full access to TPB Weekly Digest at progressivebitcoiner.substack.com/subscribe

"There's a level of complete systematic subversion that buried into Bitcoin that even our most excited individuals aren't too excited about." - George Kaloudis My guest today is George Kaloudis. George is an author and former analyst at CoinDesk. We have an in-depth discussion about Bitcoin's potential role in empowering disenfranchised progressives and leftist causes, including Bitcoin's appeal to millennials facing economic struggles, skepticism about institutions like BlackRock promoting Bitcoin investment, and predictions for Bitcoin adoption among a more mainstream audience. George discusses lessons learned in the crypto media landscape, the importance of stepping back and away, and Bitcoin's ideological neutrality and its as-yet-unrealized potential as a tool for progressive political activism.Follow George on X or find out more at his website You can find Trey on nostr and via the pod's social channelsSPONSORS:BitBox: My favorite bitcoin hardware wallet for keeping your bitcoin safe in cold storage. Use promo-code TPB during checkout to get 5% off your purchase: https://bitbox.swiss/tpb Sazmining: Get $50 off the purchase of a miner using the following link: https://app.sazmining.com/purchase?ref=byyhN2mCGXlu. Sazmining is a Hosted Bitcoin Mining provider with a commitment to using 100% renewable energy for your mining operation.Timestamps00:00:00 Start  00:02:18 Introducing George Kaloudis  00:10:05 Working at Coindesk  00:23:01 Sponsor Message  00:32:22 Privacy and Censorship  00:42:18 The Political Landscape  00:49:50 Avoiding Societal Collapse  00:55:46 George's Future Bitcoin Plans  01:03:20 Bitcoin Occupations Beyond Media  01:05:14 Wrap Up Support The Progressive Bitcoiner: https://geyser.fund/project/theprogressivebitcoiner Join in on the conversation at our Progressive Bitcoiner Community telegram group!The Team:Producer/Editor: @DamienSomersetBranding/Art: @DanielWebsite: @EvanPrimHead to our website to learn more Get full access to TPB Weekly Digest at progressivebitcoiner.substack.com/subscribe

"This is direct action. This is mutual aid. And doing it with people all over the world." - Margot on using #Bitcoin for aid without bordersMy guest today is Margot Paez. Margot is a climate change physicist, Bitcoin mining researcher, and Fellow at the Bitcoin Policy Institute. She is one of my favorite guests to have on to discuss politics, social movements, all things bitcoin mining, and beyond. We discuss how Bitcoin can serve human rights causes and humanitarian efforts globally and talk about using Bitcoin to provide direct mutual aid to struggling families in Gaza, circumventing barriers that often prevent aid from reaching people in war zones. We also discuss Bitcoin's social impact potential, improving sustainability in the Bitcoin mining industry, and the importance of listening to local communities regarding bitcoin ming, and how the industry can continue to embrace being a good neighbor. Margot and I encourage you to check out Yusef's Geyser Fundraiser and consider donating any sats/bitcoin if you can to support families in Gaza with basic essentials during this time of war and crises. Follow Margot on X You can find Trey on nostr and via the pod's social channelsSPONSORS:BitBox: My favorite bitcoin hardware wallet for keeping your bitcoin safe in cold storage. Use promo-code TPB during checkout to get 5% off your purchase: https://bitbox.swiss/tpb Sazmining: Get $50 off the purchase of a miner using the following link: https://app.sazmining.com/purchase?ref=byyhN2mCGXlu. Sazmining is a Hosted Bitcoin Mining provider with a commitment to using 100% renewable energy for your mining operation.00:00:00 Start00:04:32 Intro 00:10:37 Mining Research 00:19:14 Political Views  00:25:43 Early Influences00:32:39 Biden or Trump?00:42:00 Early Tech Days00:49:32 Long Trajectory   01:00:39 The Network Lives01:07:42 Noise Pollution01:13:16 Meeting People 01:21:04 Gaza Example  01:28:08 Borderless MoneySupport The Progressive Bitcoiner: https://geyser.fund/project/theprogressivebitcoiner Join in on the conversation at our Progressive Bitcoiner Community telegram group!The Team:Producer/Editor: @DamienSomersetBranding/Art: @DanielWebsite: @EvanPrimHead to our website to learn more Get full access to TPB Weekly Digest at progressivebitcoiner.substack.com/subscribe

Happy New Year everyone, it's good to be back after a brief hiatus! What better way to kick off the new year than with my friend Jason Maier. Jason is a returning guest, High School Math teacher, Bitcoin educator, and author of “A Progressive's Case for Bitcoin.”In this episode we discuss Bitcoin's opportunities and challenges in 2024 - from mainstream adoption with a possible Bitcoin ETF to political unknowns with the next presidential election. We talk about whether hyperbitcoinization is likely to happen and when, and why Bitcoin is not inevitable without strong grassroots education and adoption efforts. Jason also shares his firsthand experience discussing and "orange pilling" his local community on Bitcoin. It was great to have Jason on in the midst of his sabbatical from teaching, as he reflects on this past year and the year ahead that is filled with more time for family, and more time for bitcoin education. One thing is for certain: it's likely to be a very eventful and unpredictable year.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YfPO1xRk2fY Follow Jason on X and nostrYou can find Trey on nostr and via the pod's social channelsSPONSORS:BitBox: My favorite bitcoin hardware wallet for keeping your bitcoin safe in cold storage. Use promo-code TPB during checkout to get 5% off your purchase: https://bitbox.swiss/tpb Sazmining: Get $50 off the purchase of a miner using the following link: https://app.sazmining.com/purchase?ref=byyhN2mCGXlu. Sazmining is a Hosted Bitcoin Mining provider with a commitment to using 100% renewable energy for your mining operation.00:00:06 Start 00:03:44 Bitcoin ETF 00:10:15 Progressive Politics 00:12:26 Local Bitcoin Meetups00:17:54 2024 Predictions  00:23:00 Bitcoin Not Inevitable00:27:13 Hyperbitcoinization 00:35:16 Grassroots Efforts00:44:21 Voting and Bitcoin  00:53:39 Bitcoin Investment 00:59:37 U.S. Bitcoin ETF01:03:25 2024 and Bitcoin Support The Progressive Bitcoiner: https://geyser.fund/project/theprogressivebitcoiner Join in on the conversation at our Progressive Bitcoiner Community telegram group!The Team:Producer/Editor: @DamienSomersetBranding/Art: @DanielWebsite: @EvanPrimHead to our website to learn more Get full access to TPB Weekly Digest at progressivebitcoiner.substack.com/subscribe

“I'm hoping Bitcoin can almost force an evolution of what we refer to now as progressive politics." My guest today is Logan. Logan is a Lawyer, writer, and has published incredible articles via his Think Bitcoin substack and Bitcoin Magazine In this episode we explore the relationship between Bitcoin and progressive politics. We discuss whether Bitcoin aligns with progressive values, if it can address issues like wealth inequality and climate change, and how it may force an evolution in progressive politics. Key topics include the differences between "Capital P" Progressive politics/politicians and and "lowercase p" progressives, focusing on values over politicians and political power-structures. We discuss whether Bitcoin's market-based solutions conflict with typical progressive reliance on government funded initiatives, and whether Bitcoin can slow wealth inequality over generations even if it doesn't completely fix it. The conversation also covers the national debt crisis and why both major political parties avoid seriously addressing it. Follow Logan on X and nostrYou can find Trey on nostr and via the pod's social channels SPONSORS:BitBox: My favorite bitcoin hardware wallet for keeping your bitcoin safe in cold storage. Use promo-code TPB during checkout to get 5% off your purchase: https://bitbox.swiss/tpb Sazmining: Get $50 off the purchase of a miner using the following link: https://app.sazmining.com/purchase?ref=byyhN2mCGXlu. Sazmining is a Hosted Bitcoin Mining provider with a commitment to using 100% renewable energy for your mining operation.  00:00:00 Start00:02:17 Intros  00:03:06 Bitcoin Renaissance for Progressives00:06:15 Logan's Bitcoin Origin Story 00:09:23 Capital P vs. Lowercase p Progressivism00:13:00 Is Bitcoin Progressive?00:17:04 Government Solutions vs. Market Incentives00:21:15 Bitcoin's Climate Change Solution 00:28:10 Bitcoin Doesn't Completely Fix Inequality00:32:59 Bitcoin Can Slow Wealth Inequality 00:39:54 Forcing Political Evolution00:47:18 Bitcoin Requires Sacrifice  00:52:52 Michael Saylor Word Doesn't Fix Wealth Gaps01:00:09 No Easy Way Out of US Debt Crisis01:08:39 Balancing Budget Requires Suffering  01:13:00 Need for Intergenerational Sacrifice01:15:46 Lack of Truth in Politics Today01:22:11 Recommendations for New Bitcoiners  Support The Progressive Bitcoiner: https://geyser.fund/project/theprogressivebitcoiner Join in on the conversation at our Progressive Bitcoiner Community telegram group! The Team:Producer/Editor: @DamienSomersetBranding/Art: @DanielWebsite: @EvanPrim Head to our website to learn more Get full access to TPB Weekly Digest at progressivebitcoiner.substack.com/subscribe

"We need to be using less energy, which is coming from these forms, which is contributing to carbon emissions, but a whole lot more of forms which are flexible, which are stranded, which are carbon neutral or better even greenhouse negative."My guest today is Daniel Batten. Daniel is an entrepreneur, author, cleantech investor and co-founder of CH4 capital, a climate tech fund whose mission is to accelerate humanity's response to removing methane from our atmosphere, with methane being one of the worst greenhouse gas emitters for how it traps heat in our atmosphere.  In this episode we discuss effective communication techniques for progressives seeking to educate peers about Bitcoin's climate benefits. Daniel advocates for bold, data-driven claims backed by scientific consensus to convey Bitcoin's potential to environmentalists and ESG investors. We discuss bitcoin as a source of hope for progressives that can reignite passion from the progressive and environmentalist movements, and how to have open, thoughtful discussions with folks that still have yet to understand bitcoin's potential and benefits. We discuss Bitcoin's evolving environmental narrative, quantifying and using data to avoid vague speech that sounds like greenwashing, increasing mainstream media coverage of bitcoin in a positive light, and the work still needed to be done to show why Bitcoin is the greatest ESG asset and tool of our time. A couple of referenced articles: https://www.independent.co.uk/tech/bitcoin-mining-solar-wind-renewable-energy-b2454666.html https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acssuschemeng.3c05445 Follow Daniel:https://twitter.com/DSBatten https://batcoinz.com/  Daniel's book, "How to change the world with one pitch: A blueprint for winning at life one conversation at a time," with the updated 2nd edition just released! https://a.co/d/7y6Iuuh  Trey Walsh: https://nostree.me/Trey@progressivebitcoiner.com SPONSORS:BitBox: My favorite bitcoin hardware wallet for keeping your bitcoin safe in cold storage. Use promo-code TPB during checkout to get 5% off your purchase: https://bitbox.swiss/tpb Sazmining: Get $50 off the purchase of a miner using the following link: https://app.sazmining.com/purchase?ref=byyhN2mCGXlu. Sazmining is a Hosted Bitcoin Mining provider with a commitment to using 100% renewable energy for your mining operation.  00:00:00 Start00:00:27 Introduction00:01:13 Bitcoin Narrative Shift00:02:40 Daniel Batten00:04:04 Communication Strategy00:07:15 Theater Improv Principles00:09:30 Positivity Over Negativity00:11:10 Quantification Importance00:15:00 Mainstream Media Narrative Shift00:21:12 Communicating Mindsets00:26:00 Communication Tactics00:33:15 Perspective Shift Example00:35:40 Listening and Understanding00:42:00 Agreement Building00:47:51 Methane Mitigation Example00:56:08 Solar Transition Timeline Comparison01:00:17 Intention SettingSupport The Progressive Bitcoiner: https://geyser.fund/project/theprogressivebitcoiner The Team:Producer/Editor: @DamienSomersetBranding/Art: @DanielWebsite: @EvanPrim This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit progressivebitcoiner.substack.com