GreenPeace is dead wrong about Bitcoin. I brought on Margo Paez, a climate researcher and PhD candidate to break down where they went wrong. Margo is also a renewable energy, environmental studies fellow at BPI where she researched the impact bitcoin will have on the buildout of renewable energy assets.  I brought Margo on to chat about her work and why greenpeace is wrong about bitcoin but we also dove into our views around getting the message out and human rights concerns.  We chat about proof of work Vs proof of stake (PoW vs. PoS). The conversation around the energy use per tra ..read more

Today I brought on JP Baric to discuss all things Bitcoin mining including how to maintain a competitive position in the extremely ruthless bitcoin mining space. JP shares how he built his social media empire where he built up a following of over 500k with 40 million+ views. JP also shares how he is developing a new product that will allow the average person to start mining for as little as $100. Lastly, we discuss JP his views on the energy use of Bitcoin and whether Bitcoin mining will have a negative or positive impact on the environment.  -------------------------------- Guest: JP B ..read more

In this episode, Mark Moss and Aleks Svetski join me to talk about their new book the UnCommunist Manifesto. We discuss capitalism, communism, democracy, welfare, individualism, and more. It's an incredible episode and you won't want to miss it. If you want to snag a copy make sure to head over to their Kickstarter to pre-order a copy https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/uncommunist/uncommunist-manifesto-fixing-what-the-original-got-wrong?ref=user_menu Thank you for tuning in and I will see you on the other side! ----------------------------- Start 00:00 Intro 02:46 Inspiration for Uncommun ..read more

An incredible conversation with Ben Gagnon, the chief mining officer at BitFarms. BitFarms is one of the largest publicly traded mining companies in the world. I brought Ben on to discuss all things Bitcoin Mining, including big mines vs. small mines, the HODL balance sheet strategy, buying Bitcoin vs Buying $BITF, and if he believes that Bitcoin miners will vertically integrate with energy companies.  If you want to learn more about Bitcoin mining, do not miss this episode. Ben has an extensive background and experience with Bitcoin mining so his views on the space are incredibly valuab ..read more

In this episode, I brought on Stephan Livera to discuss Libertarianism. I have spent a lot of time listening to others discuss the importance of the Libertarian political philosophy broadly as it applies to Bitcoin, but I wanted to get more in-depth on Libertarianism and gain a better understanding of this political ideology. We chatted a lot about property rights but we also touched on positive vs negative rights, the different "types" of libertarians, and what the world would look like if everyone was a Libertarian.  Presented by:  Compass Mining - Now anyone can mine Bitcoin. ht ..read more

In today's episode, I brought on the creator of "Everything Divided by 21 Million", Knut Svanholm. I brought Knut on to chat about the origins of the meme and hyperbitcoinization. We also chatted about scarcity, violence, and incentives. The last 1/4 was arguably the best part. I highly encourage giving the whole episode a watch. Knut blew my mind at least twice.  Also, be on the lookout for Knut's new Book "Everything Divided by 21 Million". You can pre-order it at this link now: https://t.co/NVrX1EzEox Thank you as always and I will see you on the other side ..read more

In today's episode, I brought on the creator of "Everything Divided by 21 Million", Knut Svanholm. I brought Knut on to chat about the origins of the meme and hyperbitcoinization. We also chatted about scarcity, violence, and incentives. The last 1/4 was arguably the best part. I highly encourage giving the whole episode a watch. Knut blew my mind at least twice.  Also, be on the lookout for Knut's new Book "Everything Divided by 21 Million". You can pre-order it at this link now: https://t.co/NVrX1EzEox Thank you as always and I will see you on the other side ..read more

With the media and the Biden Administration in an uproar about the potential for Bitcoin, Crypto, or digital assets to be used to avoid sanctions, I brought on Matthew Pines to discuss why he disagrees with this narrative. Matthew is a national security expert and a fellow at the Bitcoin Policy Institute where he wrote a recent report on why he believes Bitcoin is ill-suited as a tool to help Russia avoid Western Sanctions. Thank you as always and I will see you on the other side! -------------------------------- Be sure to join the "Smart People Shit" telegram for a more in-depth discussion ..read more

In this episode, I brought on Josh Mandel to discuss his Senate race in Ohio and to see where he stands on Bitcoin. I brought Josh on because he has been a massive advocate for Bitcoin during and even before his run for the US Senate. Josh passed a law in Ohio during his time as State Treasurer to allow the state to accept Bitcoin for taxes. I was really fortunate to get Josh on the show and I look forward to watching him make his way to the Senate to defend Bitcoin. Thank you as always and I will see you on the other side! -------------------------------- Be sure to join the "Smart People ..read more

In this episode, I speak with 22-year wall street Veteran and founder of CustodiaBank (formerly Avanti Bank), Caitlin Long! We talk about the latest in policy and the fight against regulation happening in Wyoming. We also touch on what people can do to get more involved in helping their communities pass Bitcoin laws. Caitlin shares some of the laws and regulations she helped push in Wyoming to make it an oasis for Bitcoin and Blockchain-based companies. If you want to learn the basics on how to make your home city, state, or country more in line with the Bitcoin future, you won't want to miss ..read more