THE Bitcoin Podcast

"Bitcoin's anarchy, right? It does not have religious attribution, it does not have political attributions, it doesn't have f***ing anything. It's just a mathematical system with extremely conservative economic values and full anarchy." In this episode of The Bitcoin Podcast, Walker America interviews NVK, discussing Bitcoin's current state, ecosystem debates, and the importance of focusing on personal responsibility and self-custody. They also discuss why you should go touch grass. Key Topics: Bitcoin ecosystem Economic Nodes Node upgrades (Core v30 vs Bitcoin Knots) Consensus changes Hardware wallets Lightning Network and eCash Nostr NVK LINKS: X: https://x.com/nvk Nostr: https://primal.net/nvk THE BITCOIN PODCAST PARTNERS: > Mine Bitcoin, lower your tax bill, and stack sats hands-free with Blockware — get started today at https://mining.blockwaresolutions.com/titcoin and use code “titcoin” to get $100 off your first miner on the Blockware Marketplace. > Buy Bitcoin with River: http://partner.river.com/walker > GET FOLD ($10 in bitcoin): https://use.foldapp.com/r/WALKER JOIN THE SUBSTACK TO GET NEW EPISODES DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX: https://walkeramerica.substack.com/ If you enjoy THE Bitcoin Podcast you can help support the show by doing the following: FOLLOW ME (Walker) on @WalkerAmerica on X | @TitcoinPodcast on X | Nostr Personal (walker) | Nostr Podcast (Titcoin) | Instagram Subscribe to THE Bitcoin Podcast (and leave a review) on Fountain | YouTube | Spotify | Rumble | EVERYWHERE ELSE

"Bitcoin is not a f***ing iPhone. It's not going to just follow the same adoption curve that every other technology before it. Bitcoin is a techno-socioeconomic phenomenon… the downside of me being wrong about an iPhone is a thousand dollars. The downside of me being wrong about Bitcoin is my entire wealth." In this conversation, Walker and Aleks Svetski discuss the profound changes in their lives, particularly with Svetski becoming a father. They explore the shifting political landscape, the role of the state, and the nature of violence in society. The discussion then transitions to the current state of Nostr, a decentralized social protocol, and the challenges it faces in gaining traction compared to other platforms. They conclude by examining the differences between social media and social networks, emphasizing the need for a compelling reason for users to migrate to new platforms. In this conversation, Svetski discusses the evolution of his project, Satlantis, focusing on its transformation into a Bitcoin-native events app. He emphasizes the importance of user engagement, the integration of social graphs for enhanced discoverability, and the need for innovative tools that leverage the Nostr protocol. The discussion also covers monetization strategies, targeting Bitcoin communities, and the potential for crowdfunding to support future developments. SVETSKI’S LINKS: Nostr: https://primal.net/svetski Satlantis: https://www.satlantis.io/ THE BITCOIN PODCAST PARTNERS: > Mine Bitcoin, lower your tax bill, and stack sats hands-free with Blockware — get started today at https://mining.blockwaresolutions.com/titcoin and use code “titcoin” to get $100 off your first miner on the Blockware Marketplace. > GET A BITBOX HARDWARE WALLET: http://bitbox.swiss/walker -- use promo code WALKER for 5% OFF the Bitcoin-only Bitbox02 hardware wallet. > Buy Bitcoin with River: http://partner.river.com/walker > GET FOLD ($10 in bitcoin): https://use.foldapp.com/r/WALKER JOIN THE SUBSTACK TO GET NEW EPISODES DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX: https://walkeramerica.substack.com/ If you enjoy THE Bitcoin Podcast you can help support the show by doing the following: FOLLOW ME (Walker) on @WalkerAmerica on X | @TitcoinPodcast on X | Nostr Personal (walker) | Nostr Podcast (Titcoin) | Instagram Subscribe to THE Bitcoin Podcast (and leave a review) on Fountain | YouTube | Spotify | Rumble | EVERYWHERE ELSE

"These companies that are building around [Bitcoin] are going to do very well. It's going to be similar to the personal computer revolution or the internet revolution." In this episode of The Bitcoin Podcast, VC Mike Jarmuz of Lightning Ventures discusses Bitcoin startups, the upcoming Bitcoin startup pitch competition at the Lugano Plan B Forum (https://planbweek.com/#cypher-tank-semi-final), Bitcoin Treasury Company and startup M&A, and the evolution of Bitcoin investment strategies. Key Topics: Bitcoin startups and investment Lugano Plan B Forum CypherTank pitch competition Bitcoin market cycles and adoption Lightning Network and custodial solutions Tokenization and blockchain use cases THE BITCOIN PODCAST PARTNERS: > Mine Bitcoin, lower your tax bill, and stack sats hands-free with Blockware — get started today at https://mining.blockwaresolutions.com/titcoin and use code “titcoin” to get $100 off your first miner on the Blockware Marketplace. > http://bitbox.swiss/walker -- use promo code WALKER for 5% off the Bitcoin-only Bitbox02 hardware wallet. > Buy Bitcoin with River: http://partner.river.com/walker > GET FOLD ($10 in bitcoin): https://use.foldapp.com/r/WALKER FOLLOW MUZZ: X: https://x.com/MikeJarmuz Nostr: https://primal.net/themuzzman CYPHER TANK PITCH COMPETITION: https://planbweek.com/#cypher-tank-semi-final JOIN THE SUBSTACK TO GET NEW EPISODES DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX: https://walkeramerica.substack.com/ If you enjoy THE Bitcoin Podcast you can help support the show by doing the following: FOLLOW ME (Walker) on @WalkerAmerica on X | @TitcoinPodcast on X | Nostr Personal (walker) | Nostr Podcast (Titcoin) | Instagram Subscribe to THE Bitcoin Podcast (and leave a review) on Fountain | YouTube | Spotify | Rumble | EVERYWHERE ELSE

I LIVE STREAMED LAST NIGHT AS BITCOIN MADE NEW ALL TIME HIGHS. I TALKED ABOUT BITCOIN AND THE MCRIB PRICE INDICATOR BUT ALSO RANTED ABOUT COMMUNISM A LOT. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO ZAPPED ME SATS ON NOSTR. HERE'S HOW AI SUMMARIZED THE EPISODE: In this solo live stream, Walker America from The Bitcoin Podcast shares his thoughts on Bitcoin reaching new all-time highs, the state of the fiat currency system, the importance of Bitcoin adoption, and various societal and philosophical topics. Key Topics: Bitcoin price and all-time highs Fiat currency system and inflation Bitcoin adoption and its impact on society Political and societal commentary Personal reflections on family, priorities, and Bitcoin Summary: Walker America begins by discussing Bitcoin's price, noting the excitement around reaching new all-time highs in fiat currency terms. He reflects on how he and his wife Carla missed the early days of Bitcoin, having ignored it until 2020, and shares an embarrassing story about buying Litecoin because he didn't realize you could buy a fraction of Bitcoin. He emphasizes the importance of staying humble and remembering that everyone starts from a point of zero knowledge. He expresses his dislike for focusing solely on price but acknowledges the fun in seeing the number go up. He critiques the fiat currency system, comparing the US dollar to the "skinniest kid at fat camp" and admiring those who run businesses in hyperinflationary environments like Turkey. Walker shares his admiration for the Turkish people who continue to produce value despite brutal inflation. He also discusses the McRib indicator as a fun technical analysis tool, highlighting the correlation between the return of the McRib and Bitcoin pumps. Walker delves into the importance of NGU (number go up) for Bitcoin adoption, noting that it attracts more people to the network. He recounts a story of a song his wife wrote when Bitcoin was at $19,000, highlighting the significant difference in price compared to the current value. He emphasizes that while price is fun, it's just a made-up imaginary number and the underlying technology and principles of Bitcoin are what truly matter. He brings up the concept that NGU is a Trojan horse for FGU (freedom go up). The conversation transitions to a discussion on the importance of Bitcoin for saving and protecting wealth, particularly in countries with unstable currencies. He emphasizes that Bitcoin is the true measuring stick, exposing the debasement of fiat currencies like the Turkish lira. Walker also touches on the importance of saving in Bitcoin, particularly for young parents trying to balance work and family life. He discusses that most people will be approached when Bitcoin is pumping, and that those people who took action early deserve the benefits. Walker then shifts to a more philosophical discussion, sharing his theory of a "super cycle" convergence, including the fourth turning, economic cycles, and debt cycles. He credits Jeff Booth for the idea that Bitcoin breaks the cycle of repeated societal and economic collapses. He emphasizes that Bitcoin offers a chance to build a different kind of world with aligned incentives and greater individual freedom. He expresses his hope for a future where Bitcoin is ubiquitous and the money is no longer controlled by a central group of people. Walker criticizes communism, advocating for ridicule of communists and stating that the ideology has caused more harm than Nazism. He highlights the importance of homeschooling, linking mandatory public education to totalitarian regimes like Nazi Germany. He also argues that if you hate homeschooling, then you have the same views as the Nazis on homeschooling. He discusses the concept of financial privilege and how people from financially privileged nations that grok Bitcoin do so by choice rather than by force. He ends by stating that the natural state of the free market is deflationary due to the advancement of technology. He states that people are working for something a cartel of unelected bankers are creating out of thin air. Walker emphasizes the importance of being grateful for Bitcoin and using it to build a better future. He encourages listeners to start Bitcoin podcasts, recognizing the potential to change lives.

"Bitcoin is completely finite, only 21 million, and dollars can inflate forever. So if you're looking at a dollar price of Bitcoin, you're using the wrong measuring stick. Bitcoin is the measuring stick because it is constant. There's a certain number forever." Saving in Bitcoin is powered by Fold, the best place to buy, earn, and save in bitcoin. Go to go to use.foldapp.com/r/WALKER to get started with FOLD today and get $10 in Bitcoin BTC Sessions joins Walker for Episode 6 of Saving in Bitcoin: Your Financial Freedom Blueprint, a six-episode limited series on THE Bitcoin Podcast. FOLLOW BTC SESSIONS: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BTCSessions X: https://x.com/BTCsessions Nostr: https://primal.net/btcsessions https://www.btcsessions.ca/ BTCSESSIONS.CA/LEARN "Saving in Bitcoin: Your Financial Freedom Blueprint" is a six episode limited series on THE Bitcoin Podcast, hosted by Walker. I’m talking to some of the best minds in Bitcoin to walk you through the basics of why our money is broken, how bitcoin fixes it, and how YOU can use Bitcoin as your personal financial freedom blueprint. In each episode, we'll walk through a specific topic within the overall theme of Saving in Bitcoin, giving you actionable tips for how to use Bitcoin as your personal blueprint for financial freedom in a chaotic world. This series is covers both Bitcoin 101 topics as well as deeper dives into what Bitcoin means for individuals, families, and humanity as a whole going forward. If you enjoy THE Bitcoin Podcast you can help support the show by doing the following: FOLLOW ME (Walker) on @WalkerAmerica on X | @TitcoinPodcast on X | Nostr Personal (walker) | Nostr Podcast (Titcoin) | Instagram Subscribe to THE Bitcoin Podcast (and leave a review) on Fountain | YouTube | Spotify | Rumble | EVERYWHERE ELSE

"If you want to make a difference, you need to start a podcast." Walker America sits down with Richard Greaser and Rod Palmer of the Bitcoin Bugle for a fast, funny, and surprisingly earnest tour of Bitcoin culture—why podcasting is the best truth-delivery mechanism we’ve got, how to respect your audience’s scarce time, and what ethical monetization actually looks like (yes, even “Bitcoin QVC” for boomers—value first, no pleb-fleecing). Along the way they unpack vibes as a real coordination signal (and why public vibe checks matter), defend satire as journalism that cuts through cognitive dissonance, and challenge listeners to stop lurking and ship 21 episodes of their own show. From gear and production realities to collaboration and signal-boosting high-quality creators, the trio maps out a circular Bitcoin media economy—and shows how play (D&D, cosplay, comics) can be a stealth orange-pill without the preachiness. If you care about sound money, free speech, and building culture that lasts, this one’s equal parts laughs, tactics, and a kick in the pants to start creating. JOIN THE SUBSTACK TO GET NEW EPISODES DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX: https://walkeramerica.substack.com/ GUEST LINKS: WEB: https://www.bugle.news/ X: https://x.com/GreaserRichard | https://x.com/rodpalmerhodl | https://x.com/bitcoin_bugle NOSTR: https://primal.net/rodpalmer | https://primal.net/p/nprofile1qqsg246x7cn2y4dxslc537l73g0f038z6z8k9ss5n3vep9lp8z3h02qnyz630 | https://primal.net/bugle If you enjoy THE Bitcoin Podcast you can help support the show by doing the following: FOLLOW ME (Walker) on @WalkerAmerica on X | @TitcoinPodcast on X | Nostr Personal (walker) | Nostr Podcast (Titcoin) | Instagram Subscribe to THE Bitcoin Podcast (and leave a review) on Fountain | YouTube | Spotify | Rumble | EVERYWHERE ELSE ***** THE Bitcoin Podcast Partners: > http://bitbox.swiss/walker -- use promo code WALKER for 5% off the Bitcoin-only Bitbox02 hardware wallet. > Buy Bitcoin with River: http://partner.river.com/walker > GET FOLD ($10 in bitcoin): https://use.foldapp.com/r/WALKER

"Quest of Keys" is a first-of-its-kind Bitcoin-themed Dungeons & Dragons campaign set in futuristic Las Vegas, 2249. Featuring Dungeon Master Tatum Turnup and players Carla Bitcoin, Lyn Alden, Mags, Steven Lubka, and Walker America. The dice are rolling, the strip is alive, and the fate of Bitcoin hangs in the balance. This is a DnD adventure where Bitcoin is treasure, quantum demons are the enemy, and the Quest of Keys decides it all. A dragonborn podcaster, an ASIC barbarian, a corrupted clone, a cryo-influencer, and an eternal poster are bound together on a dangerous mission: recover the lost keys to SaylorBot21’s vault before the quantum demons claim it all. ⚔️ This is the beginning of the Quest of Keys. Watch Quest of Keys Part One here: X: https://x.com/QuestOfKeys/status/1971636882640720357 YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o78AZHa0eV8 RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/v6zgqp6-premiere-quest-of-keys-part-1-new-cyberpunk-dungeons-and-dragons-campaign.html FOLLOW ON NOSTR: https://primal.net/p/nprofile1qqs2nnvwq73zlgvwm38esckvv5uhyrx9x5ccqnmum4m6ccgtxqpxa7czaj30s FOLLOW ON X: https://x.com/questofkeys FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/questofkeys/ ALL SOCIAL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/QuestOfKeys FEATURING: Dungeon Master Tatum Turnup: https://x.com/tatumturnup Carla Bitcoin: https://x.com/carlabitcoin Lyn Alden: https://x.com/LynAldenContact Mags: https://x.com/Crypto_Mags Steven Lubka: https://x.com/DzambhalaHODL and Walker America: https://x.com/WalkerAmerica

"Your relay policy doesn't make you a different Bitcoiner. Your consensus policy mainly does." In this episode of THE Bitcoin Podcast, Walker America is joined by Michael Tidwell — co-founder of TABConf and host of the BlockTime podcast. Together they dive into Bitcoin’s latest debates, the philosophy of what really defines Bitcoin, and why high-signal conferences like TABConf matter for the future of freedom tech. From the history of Bitcoin meetups in Atlanta, to the block size wars, to today’s controversies around Bitcoin Core v30 vs Knots, and user-activated soft forks (UASF), Tidwell brings a unique perspective on education, game theory, and Bitcoin’s resilience. The conversation also covers Nostr, Meshtastic mesh networks, the importance of economic nodes, and why transparency and experimentation are essential to Bitcoin’s immune system. If you care about Bitcoin’s future, self-sovereignty, and the culture wars shaping the protocol, this one’s a must-listen. FOLLOW TIDWELL: X: https://x.com/miketwenty1 Nostr: https://primal.net/miketwenty1 TABCONF: https://7.tabconf.com/ If you enjoy THE Bitcoin Podcast you can help support the show by doing the following: FOLLOW ME (Walker) on @WalkerAmerica on X | @TitcoinPodcast on X | Nostr Personal (walker) | Nostr Podcast (Titcoin) | Instagram Subscribe to THE Bitcoin Podcast (and leave a review) on Fountain | YouTube | Spotify | Rumble | EVERYWHERE ELSE ***** THE Bitcoin Podcast Partners: > http://bitbox.swiss/walker -- use promo code WALKER for 5% off the Bitcoin-only Bitbox02 hardware wallet. > Buy Bitcoin with River: http://partner.river.com/walker > GET FOLD ($10 in bitcoin): https://use.foldapp.com/r/WALKER

"I cannot tell you how important it is for people to start thinking about self-custody and getting their own Bitcoin, getting it off exchanges, holding it yourself, becoming a sovereign individual, memorizing 12 words. And when the world goes to shit, you can just go across any border, take all your wealth with you." Artist and Ex-Navy fighter pilot George “Jethroe” Bodine joins Walker America again on THE Bitcoin Podcastfor a fiery and unfiltered conversation about the future of money, power, and freedom. From liquidating everything to go all-in on Bitcoin, to warning about the coming convergence of global cycles, George explains why the next 3–5 years will be absolute chaos — and why Bitcoin is the only real way out. We cover: The broken fiat system and secular inflation Bitcoin as a secure store of value Self-custody, sovereignty, and crossing borders with Bitcoin Bitcoin adoption, treasury companies, and ETFs Investment strategies: DCA vs. smash buying Why Bitcoin is superior to Gold Sound money history FOLLOW GEORGE: X: https://x.com/Jethroe111 Nostr: https://primal.net/p/npub1gn78cjuef74m9ksh4j8r6h5d7m7d79est9khup7nwthqj8e7zjuq3jy5zs If you enjoy THE Bitcoin Podcast you can help support the show by doing the following: FOLLOW ME (Walker) on @WalkerAmerica on X | @TitcoinPodcast on X | Nostr Personal (walker) | Nostr Podcast (Titcoin) | Instagram Subscribe to THE Bitcoin Podcast (and leave a review) on Fountain | YouTube | Spotify | Rumble | EVERYWHERE ELSE ***** THE Bitcoin Podcast Partners: > http://bitbox.swiss/walker -- use promo code WALKER for 5% off the Bitcoin-only Bitbox02 hardware wallet. > Buy Bitcoin with River: http://partner.river.com/walker > GET FOLD ($10 in bitcoin): https://use.foldapp.com/r/WALKER

“Do we want other people to be the primary influence in our kids' lives or do we want to be the primary influence? If someone's gonna indoctrinate my kids, it's gonna be me." In this episode of The Bitcoin Podcast, Walker America speaks with George Mekhail, Managing Director of Bitcoin for Corporations and author of "I'm Not Your Bruh, 21 Keys to Sound Parenting", about parenting with intentionality, homeschooling, and Bitcoin treasury strategies. Key Topics: - Homeschooling and Education - Intentional Parenting - Bitcoin Treasury Strategies - The Future of Corporations and Bitcoin - The Role of Bitcoin in Society GUEST LINKS: NOSTR: https://primal.net/p/nprofile1qqspr6tekf7y9wsaqp7q6k365na6g77a9kp5mrjdqsx64u40h70mwpqmt8ez7 X: https://x.com/gmekhail ORDER “I AM NOT YOUR BRUH”: https://amzn.to/4mleQy8 If you enjoy THE Bitcoin Podcast you can help support the show by doing the following: FOLLOW ME (Walker) on @WalkerAmerica on X | @TitcoinPodcast on X | Nostr Personal (walker) | Nostr Podcast (Titcoin) | Instagram Subscribe to THE Bitcoin Podcast (and leave a review) on Fountain | YouTube | Spotify | Rumble | EVERYWHERE ELSE ***** THE Bitcoin Podcast Partners: > http://bitbox.swiss/walker -- use promo code WALKER for 5% off the Bitcoin-only Bitbox02 hardware wallet. > Buy Bitcoin with River: http://partner.river.com/walker > GET FOLD ($10 in bitcoin): https://use.foldapp.com/r/WALKER

"There is nothing stronger than Bitcoin when it comes to preserving property. It's the end all be all right now of property rights." In this episode of The Bitcoin Podcast, Walker America interviews Aaron Daniel about Bitcoin, insurance, and open-source freedom tech legal issues. Key Topics: Bitcoin's role in property rights Bitcoin insurance and Resolvr Bitcoin's role as a stimulant for commerce The Roman Sterlingov case and chain analysis Bitcoin meets insurance, payments, and privacy. Walker sits down with appellate attorney and Resolvr founder Aaron Daniel to unpack how Resolvr is building BDIC (Bitcoin-Denominated Insurance Collaborative)—a marketplace that embeds sat-denominated coverage directly into wallets, collaborative custody, and (eventually) exchanges. They compare BDIC to FDIC, dig into Lightning-settled premium flows via Resolvr’s Premium Manager, and explain why matching BTC risks with BTC liabilities matters for miners, custodians, and everyday HODLers. Aaron also traces the surprising coffeehouse origins of insurance → Lloyd’s of London, argues why insurers should roll out the red carpet to Bitcoin rails, and outlines adoption timing (innovators → early adopters). In the back half, he breaks down the Roman Sterlingov / Bitcoin Fog appeal and the dangers of black-box forensics (Chainalysis, ShotSpotter, proprietary DNA tools), making the case for open-source evidence in a just system. GUEST LINKS: X: https://x.com/wadaniel NOSTR: https://primal.net/p/nprofile1qqsdprynz204esjj4yqhhaf0jzzsvzcswe3q5kxddy3fkv0rw0hue8cfmcgwp RESOLVR: https://www.resolvr.io/ If you enjoy THE Bitcoin Podcast you can help support the show by doing the following: FOLLOW ME (Walker) on @WalkerAmerica on X | @TitcoinPodcast on X | Nostr Personal (walker) | Nostr Podcast (Titcoin) | Instagram Subscribe to THE Bitcoin Podcast (and leave a review) on Fountain | YouTube | Spotify | Rumble | EVERYWHERE ELSE ***** THE Bitcoin Podcast Partners: > http://bitbox.swiss/walker -- use promo code WALKER for 5% off the Bitcoin-only Bitbox02 hardware wallet. > GET FOLD ($10 in bitcoin): https://use.foldapp.com/r/WALKER

"It comes back to that basic understanding that a monetary unit of fixed supply did not exist before Bitcoin. That's the key. That's the insight people need to get their heads around" LISTEN TO "THE BIG PRINT": https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Big-Print-Audiobook/B0F2NBRB4Q In this episode of THE Bitcoin Podcast, Walker America is joined by legendary investor and sound money advocate Lawrence “Larry” Lepard to break down the global macro storm that’s unfolding right now. Larry explains why the U.S. is trapped in a debt doom loop, how shadow yield curve control signals stealth money printing, and why inflation is set to roar back harder in 2025. We dive into the national debt passing $37 trillion, M2 growth, bond yields, and why fiat currencies everywhere are failing faster than most people realize. Larry also unpacks the historical patterns of gold leading inflation waves while Bitcoin follows with explosive gains, and why Bitcoin’s fixed supply makes it the ultimate hedge against monetary debasement. Together, Walker and Larry connect the dots between the Fourth Turning, long-term debt cycles, political instability, AI, and Bitcoin—showing how all cycles are converging toward a historic reset. If you want to understand why Larry Lepard believes Bitcoin and gold are the lifeboats in a sinking fiat Titanic—and why this decade could bring the biggest wealth transfer in history—this is a must-watch. What you’ll learn: - Why U.S. debt and deficits guarantee higher inflation ahead - How M2 growth, bond yields, and Fed/Treasury actions reveal the truth - Why Bitcoin and gold are the best protection in the coming reset - How the Fourth Turning, anacyclosis, and debt cycles converge with Bitcoin - Larry’s price outlook for gold ($4,000) and Bitcoin ($140k+) by end of 2025 - Why “nothing stops this train”—and how to prepare your family. LARRY'S LINKS: X: https://x.com/LawrenceLepard nostr: https://primal.net/lawrencelepard If you enjoy THE Bitcoin Podcast you can help support the show by doing the following: FOLLOW ME (Walker) on @WalkerAmerica on X | @TitcoinPodcast on X | Nostr Personal (walker) | Nostr Podcast (Titcoin) | Instagram Subscribe to THE Bitcoin Podcast (and leave a review) on Fountain | YouTube | Spotify | Rumble | EVERYWHERE ELSE ***** THE Bitcoin Podcast Partners: > http://bitbox.swiss/walker -- use promo code WALKER for 5% off the Bitcoin-only Bitbox02 hardware wallet. > GET FOLD ($10 in bitcoin): https://use.foldapp.com/r/WALKER

"This is the time for bravery. It's the time for courage. It's the time for more speech. It's the time to self-censor even less because it's too important." A raw, urgent round-table with American HODL, Eric Cason, and Guy Swann on the cultural fracture following the killing of Charlie Kirk—and why speech, not violence, is the only way out. The crew wrestles with grief and anger, the “banality of evil,” media incentives, and why debate on campus matters. Then they pivot to Bitcoin as a non-violent, property-rights-based “third way”: a cultural exit from nihilism and the fiat feedback loop that funds endless political escalation. You’ll hear Gerard, Foucault, and Fourth Turning riffs alongside practical calls for courage, organizing, and orange-pilling your local community. Heavy, hopeful, and very human. FOLLOW HODL: Nostr: https://primal.net/hodl X: https://x.com/americanhodl8 FOLLOW ERIK: Nostr: https://primal.net/erikcason X: https://x.com/Erikcason FOLLOW GUY: X: https://x.com/theguyswann Nostr: https://primal.net/guyswann If you enjoy THE Bitcoin Podcast you can help support the show by doing the following: FOLLOW ME (Walker) on @WalkerAmerica on X | @TitcoinPodcast on X | Nostr Personal (walker) | Nostr Podcast (Titcoin) | Instagram Subscribe to THE Bitcoin Podcast (and leave a review) on Fountain | YouTube | Spotify | Rumble | EVERYWHERE ELSE ***** THE Bitcoin Podcast Partners: > http://bitbox.swiss/walker -- use promo code WALKER for 5% off the Bitcoin-only Bitbox02 hardware wallet. > GET FOLD ($10 in bitcoin): https://use.foldapp.com/r/WALKER

"If we ever get to the point where nobody's arguing about Bitcoin, I would be afraid that that's because nobody cares anymore and Bitcoin is actually dead or dying." In this episode of THE Bitcoin Podcast, Bitcoin technologist Jameson Lopp (Casa co-founder & CSO) joins Walker America to cut through today’s Bitcoin noise: filter wars, spam on Bitcoin, standardness vs. consensus, the real risks (social engineering vs wrench attacks), and how to actually secure generational wealth with family multi-sig. We also dive into the quantum computing threat—timelines, soft-fork options, migration game theory, and why coordination (not cryptography alone) will be the hard part. Plus: culture/politics, ossification, and how debates keep Bitcoin antifragile. FOLLOW JAMESON: NOSTR: https://primal.net/lopp X: https://x.com/lopp WEB: https://www.lopp.net/ If you enjoy THE Bitcoin Podcast you can help support the show by doing the following: FOLLOW ME (Walker) on @WalkerAmerica on X | @TitcoinPodcast on X | Nostr Personal (walker) | Nostr Podcast (Titcoin) | Instagram Subscribe to THE Bitcoin Podcast (and leave a review) on Fountain | YouTube | Spotify | Rumble | EVERYWHERE ELSE ***** THE Bitcoin Podcast Partners: > http://bitbox.swiss/walker -- use promo code WALKER for 5% off the Bitcoin-only Bitbox02 hardware wallet. > GET FOLD ($10 in bitcoin): https://use.foldapp.com/r/WALKER

"[Bitcoin has] proven that we're now a $2 trillion asset. The next move is $3 trillion. And if we go through another 12 months of sideways, the next stop is $4 trillion." Bitcoin at $110k+ and people are still bearish? In this episode of THE Bitcoin Podcast, Walker America sits down with on-chain and macro Bitcoin analyst James Check (Checkmate) to unpack why vibes feel weird despite a roaring market. From “chop-solidation” (boring sideways that sets up face-melting moves) to how ETF flows, IBIT options, MSTR, and OG whale supply actually work, Checkmate explains why massive demand can hide in plain sight—and why DCA + patience still beats most “clever” trades. They also discuss Bitcoin Treasury Companies, MNAV premiums, why most “proxy plays” behave like levered, timing-sensitive trades, and why just owning spot BTC usually wins. CHECKMATE’S LINKS: Nostr: https://primal.net/p/npub1qh5sal68c8swet6ut0w5evjmj6vnw29x3k967h7atn45unzjyeyq6ceh9r X: https://x.com/_Checkmatey_ Web: https://www.checkonchain.com If you enjoy THE Bitcoin Podcast you can help support the show by doing the following: FOLLOW ME (Walker) on @WalkerAmerica on X | @TitcoinPodcast on X | Nostr Personal (walker) | Nostr Podcast (Titcoin) | Instagram Subscribe to THE Bitcoin Podcast (and leave a review) on Fountain | YouTube | Spotify | Rumble | EVERYWHERE ELSE ***** THE Bitcoin Podcast Partners: > http://bitbox.swiss/walker -- use promo code WALKER for 5% off the Bitcoin-only Bitbox02 hardware wallet. > GET FOLD ($10 in bitcoin): https://use.foldapp.com/r/WALKER

“If Bitcoin does what we believe it's gonna do, what else do you need?” In this episode of THE Bitcoin Podcast with Walker America, Venezuelan-born Bitcoiner and Ledn co-founder Mauricio Di Bartolomeo joins Walker America to tell the wild, true story of how hyperinflation and authoritarian crackdowns forced his family to rely on Bitcoin—mining in Venezuela, dodging extortion, and escaping with their savings secured by a hardware wallet. We unpack Bitcoin-backed loans, proof-of-reserves, why many lenders collapsed in 2022 (and why Ledn didn’t), plus the new regulatory vibe shift (Fannie/Freddie asset recognition, “super-app” frameworks) and how banks will collide with Bitcoin-native finance. Guest links: • X: https://x.com/cryptonomista • Nostr: https://primal.net/mauricio If you enjoy THE Bitcoin Podcast you can help support the show by doing the following: FOLLOW ME (Walker) on @WalkerAmerica on X | @TitcoinPodcast on X | Nostr Personal (walker) | Nostr Podcast (Titcoin) | Instagram Subscribe to THE Bitcoin Podcast (and leave a review) on Fountain | YouTube | Spotify | Rumble | EVERYWHERE ELSE ***** THE Bitcoin Podcast Partners: > http://bitbox.swiss/walker -- use promo code WALKER for 5% off the Bitcoin-only Bitbox02 hardware wallet. > GET FOLD ($10 in bitcoin): https://use.foldapp.com/r/WALKER

In this episode of THE Bitcoin Podcast, Walker America sits down with Damus app creator Will Casarin (JB55) to explore the future of building on Nostr, the role of Bitcoin as freedom tech, and the global fight against censorship and government overreach. From unpacking the UK’s Online Safety Act to examining the rise of Zap commerce, they dive into how Nostr enables censorship-resistant apps, community-driven growth, and authentic content creation. JB55 shares updates on Damus, NoteDeck, and the challenges of Apple’s restrictive guidelines, while highlighting the importance of interoperability, peer-to-peer technology, and unique creator experiences. The conversation also covers the tension between Bitcoin vs. stablecoins, the promise of 3D-printed self-defense tools, and why authenticity and freedom-focused design are essential for adoption. They also discuss Jack Dorsey's Bitchat app and Nostr integrations. Packed with insights on Bitcoin adoption, Nostr innovation, and freedom-preserving technology, this episode offers a compelling look at how decentralized platforms are reshaping the future of money, speech, and community online. FOLLOW WILL ON NOSTR: https://damus.io/npub1xtscya34g58tk0z605fvr788k263gsu6cy9x0mhnm87echrgufzsevkk5s Npub1xtscya34g58tk0z605fvr788k263gsu6cy9x0mhnm87echrgufzsevkk5s Download Damus: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/damus/id1628663131 FOLLOW WALKER ON NOSTR: https://primal.net/walker FOLLOW THE Bitcoin Podcast on Nostr: https://primal.net/titcoin Key Topics: Nostr development and growth Bitcoin adoption and payments Censorship and freedom tech Online safety regulations and government overreach 3D-printed tools of self-defense If you enjoy THE Bitcoin Podcast you can help support the show by doing the following: FOLLOW ME (Walker) on @WalkerAmerica on X | @TitcoinPodcast on X | Nostr Personal (walker) | Nostr Podcast (Titcoin) | Instagram Subscribe to THE Bitcoin Podcast (and leave a review) on Fountain | YouTube | Spotify | Rumble | EVERYWHERE ELSE ***** THE Bitcoin Podcast Partners: > GET FOLD: https://use.foldapp.com/r/WALKER > http://bitbox.swiss/walker -- use promo code WALKER for 5% off the Bitcoin-only Bitbox02 hardware wallet.

I REFUSE TO GIVE YOU AN EPISODE SUMMARY. IT'S AMERICAN HODL AND ERIK CASON… YOU KNOW THIS EPISODE WILL BE GOOD. JUST LISTEN TO IT. THERE IS STRONG LANGUAGE USED THROUGHOUT THIS EPISODE WHICH MAY NOT BE APPROPRIATE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN OR THIN-SKINNED LIBERALS… FOLLOW HODL: Nostr: https://primal.net/hodl X: https://x.com/americanhodl8 FOLLOW ERIK: Nostr: https://primal.net/erikcason X: https://x.com/Erikcason ***** If you enjoy THE Bitcoin Podcast you can help support the show by doing the following: FOLLOW ME (Walker) on @WalkerAmerica on X | @TitcoinPodcast on X | Nostr Personal (walker) | Nostr Podcast (Titcoin) | Instagram Subscribe to THE Bitcoin Podcast (and leave a review) on Fountain | YouTube | Spotify | Rumble | EVERYWHERE ELSE ***** THE Bitcoin Podcast Partners: > GET FOLD: https://use.foldapp.com/r/WALKER > http://bitbox.swiss/walker -- use promo code WALKER for 5% off the Bitcoin-only Bitbox02 hardware wallet.

"I want to make abundantly clear: I think we should end the Fed. I think the Federal Reserve should not exist. I think central banks around the world are cartels to support unlimited spending by governments." In this conversation, Dr. Jeff Ross shares his journey from being a doctor to a hedge fund manager, emphasizing the importance of Bitcoin as a unique asset. The discussion covers the evolution of the hedge fund industry with Bitcoin's inclusion, the speculative nature of Bitcoin treasury companies, and the significance of accumulating Bitcoin. Dr. Ross explains how macroeconomic factors and liquidity influence Bitcoin's price movements, introducing the Three Burner Theory. The conversation also touches on the Federal Reserve's impact on Bitcoin and the integration of Bitcoin into traditional finance, highlighting the potential for a new financial paradigm. In this conversation, Dr. Jeff Ross discusses the inevitable integration of Bitcoin into Wall Street, emphasizing the need to preserve its core values. He explores the potential for a new financial network built on Bitcoin and the impact of AI on business and employment. The discussion also touches on the geopolitical landscape, the risks of war, and the future of capitalism in an AI-driven world. Dr. Ross shares insights on the dangers of social media and concludes with his thoughts on Bitcoin price predictions and the importance of focusing on long-term value rather than short-term gains. They also discuss why we need to get rid of the federal reserve, Nostr and quitting social media, whether four year bitcoin halving cycles are finished, and mor Key Topics: The Federal Reserve Bitcoin Treasury Companies The Four-Year Cycle AI and Robotics Social Media Bitcoin Price Predictions FOLLOW DR JEFF ON NOSTR: https://primal.net/DrJeff THE Bitcoin Podcast Partners: > GET FOLD: https://use.foldapp.com/r/WALKER > http://bitbox.swiss/walker -- use promo code WALKER for 5% off the Bitcoin-only Bitbox02 hardware wallet. ***** If you enjoy THE Bitcoin Podcast you can help support the show by doing the following: FOLLOW ME (Walker) on @WalkerAmerica on X | @TitcoinPodcast on X | Nostr Personal (walker) | Nostr Podcast (Titcoin) | Instagram Subscribe to THE Bitcoin Podcast (and leave a review) on Fountain | YouTube | Spotify | Rumble | EVERYWHERE ELSE

In this episode of the Bitcoin News Roundup, Walker America discusses the launch of ProtoMiner by Jack Dorsey's Block, Michael Saylor's Bitcoin acquisition strategy, and various topics including U.S. Treasury policies on Bitcoin and Harvard University's investment in a Bitcoin ETF. Key Topics: Jack Dorsey's BLOCK Launchs Proto Rig Bitcoin Miner Michael Saylor's Strategy Keeps Buying Bitcoin U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent Bends the Knee Bitcoin Treasury Companies Harvard's Bitcoin ETF Investment Retard of the Week ***** If you enjoy THE Bitcoin Podcast you can help support the show by doing the following: FOLLOW ME (Walker) on @WalkerAmerica on X | @TitcoinPodcast on X | Nostr Personal (walker) | Nostr Podcast (Titcoin) | Instagram Subscribe to THE Bitcoin Podcast (and leave a review) on Fountain | YouTube | Spotify | Rumble | EVERYWHERE ELSE ***** FOLLOW THE GUESTS: BEEFTOSHI: Nostr: https://primal.net/p/nprofile1qqstkcc59z2a768tk5nqdwhrnwcjkpyjkcvjullurz3qqauaq46x39qqj35xr X: https://x.com/beeftoshi JIM: Nostr: https://primal.net/p/nprofile1qqsy2d24rfqzwxc9n2ujku084dlgwqqxrgkervxjpucna7p0q5htppgeluehw X: https://x.com/uncleJim21