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In this episode, Scott sits in the guest seat. You’re going to learn how he went from mocking Bitcoin to building a company around it, what employers need to know if they want to offer Bitcoin to their staff, why money is designed to lose value over time—and how that affects every employee’s future, what a Bitcoin savings plan looks like today and how it helps staff build real long-term wealth, an...

Paul Rogers is a financial planner turned author who wrote Money, Love, and Bitcoin , a book exploring the spiritual and societal implications of sound money. In this episode, you’re going to learn how inflation silently robs regular people of their ability to save, why Paul believes most people don’t actually want to invest—they just want to be secure, how Bitcoin could shift humanity’s focus fro...

Efrat Fenigson is a journalist and podcaster with a background in tech and marketing.   In this episode, you're going to learn why Efrat left a successful corporate career to focus on journalism and podcasting, her concerns about government control and how it led her to Bitcoin, what Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) are and how they could impact privacy and freedom, how various co...

Lawrence Lepard is a bestselling author and a prominent voice in the Bitcoin space. In this episode, you're going to learn why Lawrence believes the current monetary system is broken, how inflation and debt are silently eroding the wealth of everyday people, why he thinks Bitcoin offers a better solution, how central banks’ policies are fueling inequality, and what Lawrence sees as the most likely...

Jimmy Song is a longtime Bitcoin developer, author, and educator.  In this episode, you're going to learn about how the Bitcoin narrative has evolved since 2011, the key differences between Bitcoin and altcoins, why Jimmy believes Bitcoin will eventually replace the US dollar as a global reserve currency, how fiat money erodes families and communities, and Jimmy's perspective on AI and quantum c...

Ella Hough is the founder of the Bitcoin Students Network, an organization that helps university students start Bitcoin clubs worldwide. In this episode, you're going to learn why Ella believes Bitcoin is essential for Gen Z’s financial future, how Bitcoin clubs are growing at universities despite institutional pushback, what challenges young people face in saving and investing today, how Bitcoin...

Ken Sim is the mayor of Vancouver. In this episode, you're going to learn why Vancouver is considering adding Bitcoin to its balance sheet, how Ken's perspective on Bitcoin changed from skepticism to strong advocacy, why he believes Bitcoin is the most important invention in human history, how Bitcoin could protect cities and individuals from currency debasement, and what steps Vancouver is taking...

Sam Gustavsson is a visionary thinker who bridges decentralized finance with higher consciousness.  In this episode, you're going to learn why Sam believes Bitcoin mirrors the structure of the universe, how decentralization connects to human consciousness and freedom, why traditional financial systems are built on fear and control, how businesses can thrive by aligning with natural flow rathe...

Chris Pavlisec is the co-founder of Bitcoin Alive, the largest Bitcoin-only conference in Australia.  In this episode, you're going to learn the most important security steps for holding Bitcoin safely, why Chris hasn’t checked Bitcoin’s price in over three years, why Bitcoin events are essential for building strong communities, how Bitcoin Alive became Australia’s national Bitcoin conference, a...

Jesse Shrader is the CEO and Co-founder of Amboss Technologies, which provides an intelligence layer for decentralized Bitcoin payments using the Lightning Network. In this episode, you're going to learn how the Lightning Network solves inefficiencies in traditional payment systems and why AI systems will rely on Bitcoin for fast and low-cost transactions. You’ll also learn how machine learning he...

In this episode, you're going to learn how Bitcoin can be used to reduce transaction costs for international charities, why Bitcoin is a strong endowment asset for nonprofits, what legal barriers prevent charities from holding Bitcoin, why El Salvador is becoming a hub for Bitcoin adoption, and how Bitcoiners can shape the future of philanthropy. Andrew’s legal career began in traditional corporat...

Adam O'Brien is a leader in the Bitcoin space, focused on building Bitcoin-based financial solutions. In this episode, you'll learn how companies can use debt offerings to buy Bitcoin, how Bitcoin can be managed as a balance sheet asset, the benefits for small businesses using Bitcoin to protect their value, why Bitcoin may replace traditional banks in the future, and the potential impacts of Bitc...

Max DeMarco is an independent filmmaker and media agency owner focusing on Bitcoin documentaries. In this episode, you're going to learn why Max transitioned from the music industry to Bitcoin, how the music industry's profit-driven approach contrasts with Bitcoin's principles, what value-for-value means and how it works in content creation, how Max runs a business entirely on Bitcoin without rely...

Sam Roberts is a UK pension actuary and a leader in integrating Bitcoin into pension strategies. In this episode, you'll learn why his firm allocated 3% of their pension funds to Bitcoin and how this decision supports long-term investment returns, the challenges pensions face in ensuring financial stability for retirees, the role Bitcoin plays as a growth asset and a hedge against inflation, why t...

In this episode, you're going to learn why Bitcoin could improve governance models like democracy and monarchy, how private property rights are essential for societal prosperity, why Serbia has unique potential to embrace Bitcoin, how global political changes are influencing Bitcoin's adoption, and what Prince Philip envisions for Bitcoin's role in Serbia's future. HRH Hereditary Prince Philip Kar...

John Tellis is a CPA and Bitcoin consultant specializing in taxation and wealth management for high-net-worth individuals and families. In this episode, you're going to learn why Bitcoin is not anonymous and how blockchain transparency affects its use, practical steps to manage tax obligations when buying, selling, or holding Bitcoin, key considerations for businesses accepting Bitcoin as payment,...

William Casarin is the creator of Damus, an app that interfaces with the NOSTR protocol to decentralize social media. In this episode, you're going to learn what NOSTR is and how it decentralizes social media compared to traditional platforms, the potential for using Lightning payments with social networks, why algorithms on NOSTR are user-driven and flexible, how NOSTR's open data layer allows ap...

Brad Mills is a Canadian Bitcoin advocate, angel investor, and entrepreneur. In this episode, you’re going to learn why Brad believes Bitcoin is inevitable and how he shifted his mindset to prepare for its long-term growth. You’ll also learn the biggest mistakes he made during previous Bitcoin cycles and what he wishes he’d done differently, how borrowing against Bitcoin can solve lifestyle fundin...

Dr. Emma Apatu is an associate professor at McMaster University specializing in the social determinants of health and the founder of Dream Grad Academy, an educational platform about Bitcoin. In this episode, you're going to learn how fiat money systems influence government incentives and public service effectiveness, why Bitcoin can address socioeconomic inequalities and empower communities, the...

Samson Mow is the CEO of JAN3 and a prominent advocate for Bitcoin adoption. In this episode, you're going to learn why Samson believes Bitcoin adoption is accelerating faster than anticipated, the potential for Bitcoin to surpass $1 million per coin, why fiat currencies are fundamentally flawed and might fail, the importance of personal Bitcoin custody and strategies for safeguarding it, and why...

Ryan MacLeod is a nuclear industry professional and Bitcoin enthusiast operating under the handle "Nuclear Bitcoiner." In this episode, you're going to learn how nuclear power can address energy needs for bitcoin mining, why combining bitcoin mining with nuclear energy is beneficial for power grids, the challenges and opportunities of integrating nuclear and bitcoin technologies, what countries li...

In this episode, you'll learn why meeting fellow Bitcoin enthusiasts in person can deepen your understanding of the technology and strengthen your commitment to it. You’ll also learn the importance of creating local meetups to foster community connections, how attending Bitcoin conferences and meetups can be less intimidating than you think, why Canada has a strong Bitcoin culture despite its size...

BJ Dichter is a prominent Canadian Bitcoiner and author. In this episode, you're going to learn how BJ’s experience during the 2022 Ottawa Trucker Convoy protest changed his views on financial freedom, why he believes Bitcoin is essential in today’s world, the challenges he faced with government intervention and why he sees Bitcoin as a tool for safeguarding personal rights. You'll also hear about...

In this episode, you're going to learn why Michael sees Bitcoin as a “cheat code” for fixing global financial systems, the surprising role of energy grids in Bitcoin mining, why companies might face legal pressure if they don’t adopt Bitcoin, how political factors are driving institutional interest in Bitcoin and why Michael believes that embracing Bitcoin could be the fastest way for companies to...

In this episode, you're going to learn the remarkable story of how Bitcoin changed Christian’s life in 2011, the challenges of running a Bitcoin exchange in Sweden, the influence the Wallenberg family had on Sweden's financial system, the importance of privacy in today’s geopolitical landscape and why Christian believes Bitcoin is crucial for financial freedom. Christian Ander is the Founder and C...