The Bitcoin Source: A Bitcoin Conversation

In this raw conversation, Lauren Sieckmann unpacks the Unbanked documentary. The film unlocks Bitcoin as escape hatch for the billions locked out of banks. Real stories from inflation-crushed economies. The grind of four years filming across continents.

In this episode of The Bitcoin Source, host Dawdu speaks with Alex Crognale, a professional soccer player and Bitcoin enthusiast. They discuss Alex's journey into Bitcoin, the decision to receive part of his professional soccer salary in Bitcoin, and the long-term benefits of investing in Bitcoin over traditional assets like real estate. Alex shares insights on the importance of education in Bitco...

In this episode, Abubakar Nur Khalil recounts his remarkable journey from self-taught coder in Nigeria to Bitcoin core contributor and Btrust board member. He explores Bitcoin's transformative potential in Africa, navigating regulatory challenges, and the critical need for developer education. Khalil also discusses Recursive Capital’s role in fueling Bitcoin innovation and Bitnob’s success in solv...

In this episode of The Bitcoin Source, host Dawdu interviews David Seroy, head of ecosystem at Alpine, discussing the evolution of Bitcoin, the potential of ZK Rollups, and the future of Bitcoin startups. David shares his personal journey into the Bitcoin space, the challenges and opportunities within the Bitcoin ecosystem, and his vision for a radically unopinionated Bitcoin stack that embraces v...

In this episode of The Bitcoin Source, host Dawdu interviews Mike Carson, a Bitcoin OG and entrepreneur, who shares his journey into the world of Bitcoin, his experiences with early challenges, and his current projects, including Spaces Protocol and the revival of Friendster. The conversation delves into the importance of decentralized naming systems, the pushback from traditional tech companies,...

In this episode, Bobby Shell, Voltage's VP of Marketing, recounts his evolution from a young entrepreneur to a pivotal figure in the Bitcoin and Lightning Network arena. He explores the critical role of marketing within the Bitcoin ecosystem, the significance of stablecoins, and the Lightning Network's future. Shell underscores the importance of clear communication and education to promote Bitcoin...

In this episode of The Bitcoin Source, host Dawdu chats with Ian Smith, CEO and CTO of Quantum EVM, about how quantum computing could impact blockchain technology. Ian, with his deep tech and cryptography expertise, explains why blockchains need to prepare for potential quantum threats. They discuss practical ways to protect digital assets, the current progress in quantum computing, and what devel...

In this episode of the Bitcoin Source podcast, Selale Malkocoglu, a Bitcoin educator and digital nomad, shares her journey and insights into Bitcoin’s transformative potential. She explores how Bitcoin empowers personal freedom, her nomadic lifestyle, and her Bitcoin Junior Club initiative to educate youth. Selale also discusses her Bitcoin-inspired wearable designs and critiques big tech’s societ...

In this gripping episode of The Bitcoin Source, we sit with Cam Stromme, OnRamp Bitcoin’s head of private wealth, to unravel Bitcoin’s raw promise as a cornerstone for retirement and a defiant stand against a fraying monetary system. Through a lens of history and hope, they dissect Bitcoin’s volatility, its halving-driven surges, and the art of leveraging Bitcoin-backed loans to unlock liquidity w...

Hawaii is more than a vacation getaway it is a Bitcoin Haven. Britney’s journey from Bitcoin skeptic to community advocate shows how this technology can preserve heritage and inspire economic empowerment. In this heartfelt episode, Dawdu speaks with Britney, a passionate Bitcoin educator from Hawaii, who shares how Bitcoin addresses cultural and economic challenges in Pacific Islander communities....

In this episode of The Bitcoin Source, Sung Choi, CoinMe’s SVP of Business Development and Operations, shares his crypto journey and vision for financial empowerment. He discusses making digital assets accessible, scaling via partnerships, stable coins rise, and Bitcoin’s evolving image. Sung also explores renewable energy’s crypto connection, his unique approach to growth, and overcoming traditio...

In this conversation, Sabina, co-founder of Tando, unfurls her odyssey from content manager to hackathon warrior, birthing a mobile app that stitches Bitcoin into the pulsing veins of Africa’s financial tapestry, revealing both the jagged challenges and shimmering possibilities of Africa which is ripe for revolution. With a voice steady as a drumbeat, she speaks of Tando’s power to transform lives...

In this electrifying episode, Data Scientist Matt Ahlborg plunges us into the murky abyss of his Bitcoin odyssey a clandestine rebellion ignited amidst turmoil, delivering dignity where banks crumble and governments claw for dominance. With unwavering resolve, he confronts the skeptics, unveiling his groundbreaking creation: Pay Per Q, a revolutionary interface fueled by Bitcoin’s lightning pulse,...

In this episode, Dawdu sits down with Tima, co-founder of the Jump Out Girls, to explore how Bitcoin intersects with motherhood, advocacy, and the fight for financial independence. Tima’s insights on privacy, education, and community resilience offer a profound perspective on Bitcoin’s transformative potential.

Pierre Corbin recounts his shift from corporate life to Bitcoin advocacy, spotlighting the Lightning Network’s transformative potential through Flash and the Bitcoin Film Fest’s role in educating through story. He wrestles with inflation, centralization, and the urgent push for mass adoption, offering a glimpse into a decentralized tomorrow.

In this unreleased 2024 interview with The Bitcoin Source, Isaiah "Bitcoin Zay" Jackson a trailblazer weaving Bitcoin into culture unravels his forging of Black Bitcoin Billionaires, the weight of Bitcoin and Black America 2, the drama of his CoinDesk exit, and crafting a legacy of freedom’s fight that echoes beyond the blockchain for African Americans.

From hardship to empowerment, Jill Ford's journey in Bitcoin mining defies all odds. In this episode of The Bitcoin Source, Jill Ford reveals how overcoming personal adversity and systemic barriers in the Bitcoin mining industry led her to success. She shares the pivotal lessons from her financial struggles, incarceration, and how Bitcoin became a tool for reclaiming financial sovereignty.

Bitcoin is the key to decentralizing power and reshaping our world. Natalie Smolenski unpacks the revolutionary ideas in the new book The Satoshi Papers and their profound impact on society. In this episode, Natalie Smolenski dives into Bitcoin’s potential to dismantle state control, revolutionize financial systems, and empower communities globally. From the historical evolution of money to Bitcoi...

Janna Scott of DeFi Tax guides us through the maze of crypto taxation, shedding light on investor challenges, IRS audits, and the murky waters of mining and staking in this episode of The Bitcoin Source.

What does it take to rise above your circumstances and reshape the future of finance? In this compelling episode of The Bitcoin Source, Emilio Pagan-Yourno shares his journey from a challenging upbringing in Albany, New York, to becoming a trailblazing Bitcoin entrepreneur and CEO of Unbank carving out a niche in the multi-million-dollar Bitcoin ATM industry. Emilio’s story is a testament to resil...

In a world that demands conformity, Evan Kaloudis is building tools that empower defiance, independence, and financial sovereignty. In this compelling episode, Dawdu sits down with Evan Kaloudis, founder of Zeus Wallet, to explore the battle for privacy, self-custody, and innovation in Bitcoin. Kaloudis shares the risks, triumphs, and urgency of reclaiming control over your financial future in a s...

Grant Cardone is merging the worlds of Bitcoin and real estate, creating a blueprint for generational wealth in a new financial era. In this captivating discussion, Grant takes us into the chaos of addiction and the silence left by a father who wasn’t there which fueled him to become wealthy. He explores how Bitcoin and real estate intersect as transformative investment strategies. From the launch...

In this episode of The Bitcoin Source, host Dawdu and visionary podcaster Sean Clarke explore how Bitcoin can reshape the future of finance, offering insights for both newcomers and seasoned advocates as a safety net to secure your finances.

In this enlightening conversation, Rabbi Daniel Lapin shares his unique journey from a reluctant rabbi to a respected speaker on finance and spirituality. He delves into the factors contributing to the Jewish community's financial success, the spiritual nature of money, and the role cryptocurrency particularly Bitcoin can play in achieving financial sovereignty. Rabbi Lapin also addresses the mora...

In this engaging conversation, Hunter Beast delves into the potential threats quantum computing poses to Bitcoin's cryptographic systems and the critical need for quantum-resistant protocols. Hunter explores the layered development of Bitcoin, from innovations like the Lightning Network and RGB to his work on a Bitcoin Improvement Proposal (BIP) for quantum-resistant addresses. He explains how Bit...