The Bitcoin Matrix
Let's explore Bitcoin, the future of money and the social, cultural, economical and philosophical implications of this new technology. Hosted by Cedric Youngelman.
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American Hodl - More Bullish Than Ever
04/22/2025
American Hodl - More Bullish Than Ever
In this episode, I chat with American HODL, a legendary voice in the Bitcoin space. He opens up about how Bitcoin helped secure his family’s financial future, and why most of us underestimate the radical transformation $100 million Bitcoin will bring. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– ⭐ Get 10% OFF Blockhunters — the ultimate Bitcoin board game. Visit https://blockhuntersgame.com/ and use code btcmatrix at checkout! Get 10% off your ticket for the Bitcoin Conference 2025 in Vegas! Use the promo code MATRIX at Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at theya.us/cedric Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at river.com/Matrix The best Team Bitcoin merch is at HodlersOfficial.com. Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Become a sponsor of the show: ––– Get To Know Today's Guest––– • HODL on X: • HODL on X: npub1rtlqca8r6auyaw5n5h3l5422dm4sry5dzfee4696fqe8s6qgudks7djtfs ––– Socials ––– • Check out our new website at • Follow Cedric Youngelman on X: • Follow The Bitcoin Matrix Podcast on X: • Follow Cedric Youngelman on Nostr: npub12tq9jxmt707gd5vnce3tqllpm67ktr0mqskcvy58qqa4d074pz9s4ukdcs ––– Chapters ––– 00:00 - Intro 01:18 – Welcome Back, HODL 03:30 – Bear Market Conviction 04:40 – Trade Wars & Uncertainty 07:16 – Bitcoin as an Infinite Game 09:57 – From Speculating to Saving 11:56 – Orange-Pilling Family 15:37 – Leading with Self-Custody 21:03 – Security & Simple Living 23:47 – Resentment from the Fiat World 26:02 – Emotional Toll of Volatility 29:27 – Spartan Class Bitcoiners 32:37 – Capital Allocation Strategy 35:17 – Rise of the Bitcoin Mafia 37:47 – $100M BTC & Global Shifts 40:59 – ETFs, Self-Custody & Citizenship 45:02 – Governments Want Your Keys 47:52 – Fourth Turning Vibes 50:58 – Bretton Woods 2.0 55:39 – Helping Others with Bitcoin 58:22 – Bitcoin’s Emotional Rollercoaster 01:05:02 – Lessons from Past Cycles 01:11:32 – Long-Term Wealth Tactics 01:14:57 – Bitcoin & Relationships 01:18:12 – Prepping for the Bull Run 01:21:27 – Final Wisdom I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Thank you for listening!
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Jeff Booth - The Greatest Game
04/14/2025
Jeff Booth - The Greatest Game
In this episode, I sit down with Jeff Booth to dive deep into the mathematics behind a $43M Bitcoin, the economic contradictions of inflation, and much more. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– ⭐ Get 10% OFF Blockhunters — the ultimate Bitcoin board game. Visit https://blockhuntersgame.com/ and use code btcmatrix at checkout! Get 10% off your ticket for the Bitcoin Conference 2025 in Vegas! Use the promo code MATRIX at Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at theya.us/cedric Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at river.com/Matrix The best Team Bitcoin merch is at HodlersOfficial.com. Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Become a sponsor of the show: ––– Get To Know Today's Guest––– • Jeff Booth on X: • Jeff Booth on Nostr: npub1s05p3ha7en49dv8429tkk07nnfa9pcwczkf5x5qrdraqshxdje9sq6eyhe ––– Socials ––– • Check out our new website at • Follow Cedric Youngelman on X: • Follow The Bitcoin Matrix Podcast on X: • Follow Cedric Youngelman on Nostr: npub12tq9jxmt707gd5vnce3tqllpm67ktr0mqskcvy58qqa4d074pz9s4ukdcs ––– Chapters ––– 00:00 - Intro 02:38 - What’s Going On With the Economy 04:16 - How the Current System Creates Insecurity 11:36 - Are We in a Breakdown Phase? 15:39 - Bitcoin, Lightning, and Stablecoins 17:46 - The Inescapable Nature of the Credit System 25:52 - Why Medium of Exchange Use Matters 30:41 - Stablecoins as “Guaranteed Loss Coins” 33:57 - The Role of Self-Custody in Bitcoin Adoption 38:21 - Polling Bitcoiners: Self-Custody, Nodes, and Spending 43:51 - Will Robots Want Money? 47:07 - Building the Decentralized Counterbalance 47:12 - Is Inflation the Greatest Lie Ever Told? 51:34 - One Bitcoin = $43 Million? 55:39 - Will Bitcoin Have a Bigger Impact Than the Internet? 57:51 - What Could Stop Bitcoin? 59:30 - Ross Ulbricht’s Release 1:00:36 - Josh Mandell, Price Predictions & Shared Wisdom 1:04:49 - Compassion for Precoiners and Everyone Else 1:07:37 - Final Thoughts I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Thank you for listening!
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Eric V Stacks - He Fought Big Pharma With Cannabis, Then Everything Changed...
04/06/2025
Eric V Stacks - He Fought Big Pharma With Cannabis, Then Everything Changed...
In this episode, I chat with Eric V. Stacks, a cannabis producer, consultant, and proud Bitcoin Maxi, about his incredible journey from the underground cannabis scene in to embracing Bitcoin as a form of hard money. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Get 10% off your ticket for the Bitcoin Conference 2025 in Vegas! Use the promo code MATRIX at Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at theya.us/cedric Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at river.com/Matrix The best Team Bitcoin merch is at HodlersOfficial.com. Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Become a sponsor of the show: ––– Get To Know Today's Guest––– • Eric V Stacks on X: • Eric V Stacks on Nostr: npub1h4397xuvfxne7p6l867j6ygl7cj4qn8j45fygt7hp5v3m5h5543qhms70f ––– Socials ––– • Check out our new website at • Follow Cedric Youngelman on X: • Follow The Bitcoin Matrix Podcast on X: • Follow Cedric Youngelman on Nostr: npub12tq9jxmt707gd5vnce3tqllpm67ktr0mqskcvy58qqa4d074pz9s4ukdcs ––– Chapters ––– 00:00 – Intro 01:12 - Eric V. Stacks Background 06:20 - Eric’s upbringing and distrust of pharmaceuticals 08:38 - Becoming a legal cannabis producer in California 09:38 - The economic rabbit hole and discovering Bitcoin 14:29 - Building a cannabis business in the gray market 17:41 - The state’s attempt to regulate an existing billion-dollar industry 20:04 - Regulatory hurdles and corporate takeover 20:57 - How legalization changed the risk dynamics 25:15 - Early spiritual influences and outside-the-box thinking 26:14 - Dropping Out & Rejecting Credentialism 31:33 - From Trimming to Growing: Building a Cannabis Career 36:45 - Corruption, Compliance & the 280E Trap 41:50 - The Broken Incentives Behind Cannabis Regulation 47:16 - Bitcoin as a Tool for Sovereignty and Economic Freedom 52:04 - Final Reflections on Decentralization and Freedom I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Thank you for listening!
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Why Everyone’s Wrong About the Lightning Network with Graham Krizek
03/30/2025
Why Everyone’s Wrong About the Lightning Network with Graham Krizek
In this episode, I chat with Graham Krizek, the founder and CEO of Voltage Cloud. We break down the Lightning Network’s speed, scalability, capital efficiency, and the groundbreaking Fidelity Digital Assets report created in collaboration with Voltage. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Get 10% off your ticket for the Bitcoin Conference 2025 in Vegas! Use the promo code MATRIX at Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at theya.us/cedric Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at river.com/Matrix The best Team Bitcoin merch is at HodlersOfficial.com. Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Become a sponsor of the show: ––– Get To Know Today's Guest––– • Graham Krizek on X: • Voltage Cloud on X: • Voltage Cloud on Nostr: npub15klkdfx9sh3y096a5jf895rcvkmkzvly2fm9dgxq6huqhp9576jsav4m73 ––– Socials ––– • Check out our new website at • Follow Cedric Youngelman on X: • Follow The Bitcoin Matrix Podcast on X: • Follow Cedric Youngelman on Nostr: npub12tq9jxmt707gd5vnce3tqllpm67ktr0mqskcvy58qqa4d074pz9s4ukdcs ––– Chapters ––– 00:00 - Intro 01:00 - Introduction to Graham Krizek & Voltage 01:51 - What is the Lightning Network? 04:15 - How Voltage Powers the Lightning Ecosystem 05:45 - Graham’s Background 07:56 - The Fidelity & Voltage Lightning Report 10:06 - How Lightning Channels & Hops Work 12:54 - Routing Payments and Non-Custodial Yield 14:58 - Channel Structures & Capital Efficiency Trends 16:30 - Public vs. Private Channels & Total Network Capacity 18:25 - Transaction Value vs. Transacted Capital 20:38 - Adoption Trends in Lightning 21:32 - Payment Speed, Hops & Network Efficiency 23:31 - Lightning vs. Blockchain Scalability 24:43 - Success Rates on the Lightning Network 26:03 - State of the Lightning Ecosystem 27:33 - New Verticals: Nostr, Podcasting 2.0 & AI Agents 30:22 - The Convergence of Stablecoins & Lightning 32:49 - Lightning’s Resilience & Long-Term Vision 35:01 - What Will Drive Lightning’s Mass Adoption? 36:33 - Advice for Bitcoin-Focused Small Businesses 37:56 - Is Lightning Delivering on Its Promise? 38:08 - B2B Integrations & Lightning as an Infrastructure Layer 39:00 - Why Lightning Doesn’t Get the Spotlight (Yet) 40:35 - What Graham is Most Excited About in 2025 42:00 - Final Thoughts & Where to Find Voltage I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Thank you for listening!
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Josh Mandell’s $84K Prophecy: Genius, Luck, or Something Else? We Debate
03/26/2025
Josh Mandell’s $84K Prophecy: Genius, Luck, or Something Else? We Debate
This episode is a recording of an X Space I had the pleasure of hosting on March 24th. It features a compelling debate between Kevin Brent Cook and Grain of Salt on Josh Mandell’s precise and publicly stated prediction that Bitcoin would hit $84,000 on Pi Day, March 14th. Kevin argues that many are being fooled by randomness. Grain believes Josh is simply an elite trader — and maybe even tapped into something unconventional. Memories, multiverses, time loops? Who knows. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Get 10% off your ticket for the Bitcoin Conference 2025 in Vegas! Use the promo code MATRIX at Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at theya.us/cedric Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at river.com/Matrix The best Team Bitcoin merch is at HodlersOfficial.com. Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Become a sponsor of the show: ––– Get To Know Today's Guests––– Grain of Salt on X: Kevin Brent Cook on X: Joe Carlasare on X: Josh Mandell on X: ––– Socials ––– Check out our new website at Follow Cedric Youngelman on X: Follow The Bitcoin Matrix Podcast on X: Follow Cedric Youngelman on Nostr: npub12tq9jxmt707gd5vnce3tqllpm67ktr0mqskcvy58qqa4d074pz9s4ukdcs ––– Chapters ––– - Intro - Kevin, Grain of Salt and Joe Carlasare's Backstories - Discovering Probability & Mental Models in Trading - Why Kevin Created Risk Software for the Brain - Grain’s Bitcoin Origin Story & Full Send in 2017 - The Market Isn’t Efficient: Arbitraging Belief and Behavior - Was Josh’s Prediction a Fluke or a Skill? - The Power of Positioning and Mindset in Trading - Memory, Multiverses & Numerology in Market Prediction - The CME Gap, Sovereign FOMO & Options Mechanics - Philosophical Clash: Rationality vs Comfort with the Unknown - Closing Thoughts I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Thank you for listening!
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Jimmy Song - Fiat Ruins Everything
03/23/2025
Jimmy Song - Fiat Ruins Everything
In this episode, I sit down with Jimmy Song to explore the decline of education, and how fiat money corrupts institutions and distorts incentives throughout every layer of society. If you’re looking for a hard-hitting discussion on why Bitcoin matters beyond just price, this episode is for you. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Get 10% off your ticket for the Bitcoin Conference 2025 in Vegas! Use the promo code MATRIX at Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at theya.us/cedric Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at river.com/Matrix The best Team Bitcoin merch is at HodlersOfficial.com. Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Become a sponsor of the show: ––– Get To Know Today's Guest––– Jimmy Song on X: Jimmy Song on Nostr: npub10vlhsqm4qar0g42p8g3plqyktmktd8hnprew45w638xzezgja95qapsp42 ––– Socials ––– Check out our new website at Follow Cedric Youngelman on X: Follow The Bitcoin Matrix Podcast on X: Follow Cedric Youngelman on Nostr: npub12tq9jxmt707gd5vnce3tqllpm67ktr0mqskcvy58qqa4d074pz9s4ukdcs ––– Chapters ––– 00:00 - Intro 01:23 – Introduction to Jimmy Song 09:58 – Jimmy’s latest book: Fiat Ruins Everything 11:14 – The inspiration behind writing the book 13:57 – The deep corruption of the fiat system 14:51 – Rent-seeking and why it dominates fiat economies 18:25 – How fiat steals dreams and replaces meaning 21:52 – The role of fiat education vs. family legacy 26:06 – How fiat companies replace community 29:06 – The decline in education and critical thinking 31:52 – Fiat politics taking over religion 35:27 – How fiat debases morality 40:31 – The rise of virtue signaling 44:55 – Debt, discipline, and the fiat consumption trap 48:28 – Speculative asset bubbles as a form of rent-seeking 51:27 – Resentment toward the wealthy in a fiat world 55:25 – How fiat debases marriage 01:01:20 – The erosion of love and relationships 01:07:17 – Why society devalues population growth 01:17:15 – The significance of children and family 01:21:03 – Postmodern investing and fiat-driven markets 01:29:06 – Are startups a legitimate non-fiat path? I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Thank you for listening!
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Inside Josh Mandell’s Beautiful Mind: The Future of Bitcoin & MicroStrategy
03/19/2025
Inside Josh Mandell’s Beautiful Mind: The Future of Bitcoin & MicroStrategy
In this episode of the Bitcoin Matrix Podcast, I sit down with Josh Mandell, a seasoned options trader with a background as a quant analyst at Salomon. Josh shares his unique perspective on financial engineering, trading strategies, and why MicroStrategy could become one of the top five companies in the S&P 500. You’ll love diving into the thoughts of this new bitcoin sensation that everyone’s talking about. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Get 10% off your ticket for the Bitcoin Conference 2025 in Vegas! Use the promo code MATRIX at Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at theya.us/cedric Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at river.com/Matrix The best Team Bitcoin merch is at HodlersOfficial.com. Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Become a sponsor of the show: ––– Get To Know Today's Guest––– Josh Mandell on X: ––– Socials ––– Check out our new website at Follow Cedric Youngelman on X: Follow The Bitcoin Matrix Podcast on X: Follow Cedric Youngelman on Nostr: npub12tq9jxmt707gd5vnce3tqllpm67ktr0mqskcvy58qqa4d074pz9s4ukdcs ––– Chapters ––– - Intro - MicroStrategy Stock Risks and Market Signals - Bitcoin as Collateral in Traditional Finance - Options Trading and Everyday Financial Decisions - Leverage Risks in Bitcoin-Related Stocks - Market Liquidity and Systemic Risks - Bitcoin’s Impact on Global Finance - Bitcoin as a Tool for Wealth Distribution - The MicroStrategy Standard as an Investment Strategy - Derivatives and MicroStrategy’s Stock Price - Key Concepts in Options Trading - MicroStrategy’s Future Market Position - A U.S. Bitcoin Reserve: Feasibility and Impact - Allocating $2.1 Million in Today’s Market - MicroStrategy’s Growth and Valuation - Audience Q&A: MicroStrategy’s Market Potential I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Thank you for listening!
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James Lavish - Did the Government Just Crash Bitcoin? (James Explains the REAL Story)
03/16/2025
James Lavish - Did the Government Just Crash Bitcoin? (James Explains the REAL Story)
In this episode, James Lavish breaks down hedge fund strategies in Bitcoin, the Warren Buffett Indicator, and the potential inclusion of Strategy in the S&P 500. If you're looking to understand the financial landscape and how Bitcoin clearly fits into it, this episode is for you. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Get 10% off your ticket for the Bitcoin Conference 2025 in Vegas! Use the promo code MATRIX at Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at theya.us/cedric Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at river.com/Matrix The best Team Bitcoin merch is at HodlersOfficial.com. Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Become a sponsor of the show: ––– Get To Know Today's Guest––– James Lavish on X: The Informationist: James Lavish on Nostr: npub1cj94enk44kn5mvrcma4sp7jnlsgnn4em7rk3dh3jt4fzyqs3m02s560efa ––– Socials ––– Check out our new website at Follow Cedric Youngelman on X: Follow The Bitcoin Matrix Podcast on X: Follow Cedric Youngelman on Nostr: npub12tq9jxmt707gd5vnce3tqllpm67ktr0mqskcvy58qqa4d074pz9s4ukdcs ––– Chapters ––– 00:00 – Intro 01:24 - Introduction to James Lavish 02:00 - Canada vs USA 07:20 - Tariffs & Market Uncertainty 12:29 - Main Street vs. Wall Street 17:23 - Trump vs. The Fed: A Game of Chicken? 18:45 - Bitcoin’s Recent Price Action & Market Reactions 32:00 - The Role of Stablecoins & Tokenization of the Economy 40:30 - Hedge Fund Strategies in Bitcoin & Institutional Adoption 43:25 - The Warren Buffett Indicator & Market Signals 48:45 - When Will FAANG Companies Buy Bitcoin? 50:40 - MicroStrategy & Potential S&P 500 Inclusion 53:30 - The Rise of Exotic Bitcoin ETFs 55:25 - Bitcoin-Backed Bonds & Financial Innovation 58:25 - The Debt Spiral & Bitcoin Outlook for 2025 1:02:00 - Final Thoughts & Where to Find James Lavish I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Thank you for listening!
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The U.S. Bitcoin Reserve Is Here - Why This Changes Everything
03/09/2025
The U.S. Bitcoin Reserve Is Here - Why This Changes Everything
In this episode, I bring together Joe Burnett, Vijay Boyapati, and Jesse Myers for the world’s first Bitcoin Matrix Group Therapy session. We dive into Bitcoin’s recent volatility, its cyclical nature, and the broader macroeconomic forces at play—including the role of gold and the emergence of nation-state Bitcoin reserves. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at river.com/Matrix Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at theya.us/cedric The best Team Bitcoin merch is at HodlersOfficial.com. Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Become a sponsor of the show: ––– Get To Know Today's Guests––– Vijay Boyapati: Jesse Myers: Joe Burnett: ––– Socials ––– Check out our new website at Follow Cedric Youngelman on X: Follow The Bitcoin Matrix Podcast on X: ––– Chapters ––– 00:00 – Intro 01:30 - Guest Introductions 03:41 - Bitcoin’s Recent Volatility & Market Sentiment 07:39 - Bitcoin Cycles & Long-Term Perspective 12:49 - Is This Cycle Different? 17:37 - Macroeconomic Signals: Gold, Interest Rates, & Tariffs 22:32 - Potential for a Recession & Bitcoin’s Role 24:38 - Price Manipulation 27:02 - Nation-State Bitcoin Adoption 32:22 - The Future of Altcoins 36:52 - Removing Capital Gains Tax on Bitcoin 43:14 - The Next Big Speculative Wave: Tokenized Assets? 45:32 - Self-Custody vs. Institutional Custody Solutions 50:04 - Future Bitcoin Price Action & Potential Drawdowns 52:05 - Closing Thoughts I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Thank you for listening!
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The Fight For Freedom: Prepping for the End of Fiat with Paul Tarantino, Chris Sullivan and John Burnett
02/23/2025
The Fight For Freedom: Prepping for the End of Fiat with Paul Tarantino, Chris Sullivan and John Burnett
In this episode, I'm joined by Paul Tarantino, Chris Sullivan and John Burnett to dive into Bitcoin’s potential to either liberate or enslave us, and whether it’s already being captured by the very forces we’ve been fighting against. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at river.com/Matrix Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at theya.us/cedric The best Team Bitcoin merch is at HodlersOfficial.com. Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Become a sponsor of the show: ––– Get To Know Today's Guests––– Paul Tarantino: Byte Federal: https://www.bytefederal.com/ Hyperion Decimus: John Burnett: BTC Digital Privacy Sessions: ––– Socials ––– Check out our new website at Follow Cedric Youngelman on X: Follow The Bitcoin Matrix Podcast on X: ––– Chapters ––– 00:00 – Intro 01:22 – Bitcoin: Trojan Horse or Trap? 08:40 – Prepping for Fiat Collapse 15:00 – The Great Taking: You own Nothing Already 21:20 – Is War Inevitable? 26:55 – Bitcoin vs. CBDCs 32:25 – Who Really Created Bitcoin? 38:40 – Mind Control & Programming 44:40 – Free Energy & Bitcoin Mining 50:00 – The Final Awakening 55:40 – Escaping the System 1:01:55 – Hidden History of Money 1:08:10 – War on Human Potential 1:15:30 – Bitcoin as Humanity’s Shield 1:22:40 – Preparing for What’s Next 1:30:50 – Technology as a Weapon 1:39:05 – The System is Collapsing 1:46:30 – Final Warnings 1:52:10 – Closing & Where to Find Guests I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Thank you for listening!
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The Dao of Bitcoin: Understanding Money, Time & Energy with Scott Dedels
02/16/2025
The Dao of Bitcoin: Understanding Money, Time & Energy with Scott Dedels
In this episode, I’m joined by Scott Dedels, founder of Block Rewards and author of the Dao of Bitcoin, for a conversation that will challenge the way you think about money, time, and energy. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at The best Team Bitcoin merch is at . Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Become a sponsor of the show: ––– Get To Know Today’s Guest––– Follow on X: Buy The Dao of Bitcoin: Scott’s company: ––– Socials ––– Check out our new website at Follow Cedric Youngelman on X: Follow The Bitcoin Matrix Podcast on X: ––– Chapters ––– 00:00 - Intro 01:15 – The Inspiration Behind The Dao of Bitcoin 04:15 – Understanding Daoism 06:17 – The Creature: What Is It and What Does It Represent? 12:57 – Paradoxical Unity & Duality 16:19 – The Meaning of Wu Wei: 20:35 – Non-Intervention: The Art of Letting Things Flow 25:15 – Bitcoin as a Force of Nature 31:36 – Embracing Impermanence 33:10 – Bitcoin, Time, and Energy 48:30 – Bitcoin’s Gravity 56:28 – Humility & Compassion: What Bitcoin and Dao Teach Us 1:04:00 – Reversionism 1:14:30 – Oneness & Harmony: The Ultimate Lesson of the Da 1:17:17 – Returning to the Source 1:21:37 – Scott’s Bitcoin Rabbit Hole Journey 1:24:19 – How Daoism Transformed Scott’s Perspective 1:28:20 – Final Reflections: Bringing It All TogetherI want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Thank you for listening!
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Dave Collum Exposes It All: The Truth No One Will Tell You
02/09/2025
Dave Collum Exposes It All: The Truth No One Will Tell You
In this episode, I welcome Dave Collum back to the Bitcoin Matrix for his sixth appearance to break down the deep state, market manipulation, and the unraveling of America. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at river.com/Matrix Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at theya.us/cedric The best Team Bitcoin merch is at HodlersOfficial.com. Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Become a sponsor of the show: ––– Socials ––– Check out our new website at Follow on X: Follow Cedric Youngelman on X: Follow The Bitcoin Matrix Podcast on X: ––– Chapters ––– 00:00 - Intro 01:15 - Investment & Market Volatility 03:30 - Historical Market Trends 08:05 - Wall Street & Bitcoin 10:50 - Michael Saylor & Leverage 13:35 - Bitcoin vs. TradFi 19:05 - Government Policies 24:35 - Politics & Markets 27:35 - Deep State & Finance 36:50 - Banking & Global Conflicts 43:20 - Bitcoin & Energy Debate 51:35 - CBDCs & Financial Freedom 1:02:35 - Bitcoin Risks & Opportunities 1:05:20 - Bitcoin & Global Finance 1:08:05 - Financial Surveillance 1:13:35 - Politics & Finance 1:19:05 - Power Struggles in Finance 1:24:35 - Bitcoin vs. Gold 1:27:20 - Bitcoin Philosophy 1:38:20 - Future of Bitcoin Transactions 1:41:05 - Government Response to Bitcoin 1:43:50 - Bitcoin Tech Advances 1:52:05 - Lessons from Bitcoin Cycles 1:57:35 - Bitcoin & Financial Crises 2:00:20 - Wall Street vs. Bitcoin 2:03:05 - Institutional Manipulation 2:05:50 - Bitcoin’s Narrative Shift 2:08:35 - Financial Independence 2:11:20 - Final Thoughts I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Thank you for listening!
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British Hodl - Why $900 Trillion of Global Wealth Will Be Coming Into Bitcoin
02/02/2025
British Hodl - Why $900 Trillion of Global Wealth Will Be Coming Into Bitcoin
In this episode, Cedric sits down with British Hodl, a former gold and real estate investor turned Bitcoin advocate, about his journey into Bitcoin and his mission to help others secure their financial future. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at river.com/Matrix Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at theya.us/cedric The best Team Bitcoin merch is at HodlersOfficial.com. Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Become a sponsor of the show: ––– Socials ––– Check out our new website at Follow on X: Follow Cedric Youngelman on X: Follow The Bitcoin Matrix Podcast on X: https://x.com/_bitcoinmatrix ––– Chapters ––– 00:00 - Intro 01:24 - The Mission to Get to One Bitcoin 07:52 - Failing Traditional Savings 11:03 - Today’s Good Investor 12:43 - Trump & Bitcoin 15:11 - BlackRock & Bitcoin 17:38 - Bitcoin as Collateral 18:32 - Strategic Bitcoin Reserves 21:01 - MicroStrategy & Bitcoin 24:35 - Valuing Bitcoin 29:05 - Are Cycles Over? 32:11 - Spending vs. Selling 39:51 - El Salvador & Bitcoin 52:02 - Bitcoin’s Mission 56:15 - British Hodl’s Role 1:02:45 - Future of British Hodl I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Thank you for listening!
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Andy Edstrom - Is the World Truly Ready for $1 MILLION Bitcoin?
01/26/2025
Andy Edstrom - Is the World Truly Ready for $1 MILLION Bitcoin?
In this episode, Cedric sits down with wealth management expert Andy Edstrom to discuss Bitcoin’s market cycles, the challenges of holding during bull runs, and the evolving dynamics of property rights in a decentralized world. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at river.com/Matrix Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at theya.us/cedric The best Team Bitcoin merch is at HodlersOfficial.com. Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Become a sponsor of the show: ––– Socials ––– Check out our new website at Follow on X: Follow Cedric Youngelman on X: Follow The Bitcoin Matrix Podcast on X: ––– Chapters ––– 00:00 - Intro 01:29 - Andy’s Background 03:59 - Reflections on Past Episodes 04:59 - LA Fires and Resilience 09:29 - Private vs. Public Solutions 14:29 - Emotional Impact of Disasters 18:29 - Property Rights and Bitcoin 22:29 - Ownership Durability Explained 25:29 - Bitcoin Market Cycles 29:29 - Bitcoin’s Long-Term Price Potential 32:59 - Holding Bitcoin Through Bear Markets 36:29 - Selling vs. Borrowing Bitcoin 42:29 - Real Estate vs. Bitcoin as Investments 46:29 - Bitcoin Price Manipulation 53:29 - Transparency in Bitcoin vs. Stocks 58:29 - Institutional Adoption of Bitcoin 1:03:29 - ETFs and Wealth Managers’ Role 1:09:29 - Closing Thoughts on Bitcoin’s Future 01:09:25 - Bitcoin and Programmability 01:11:08 - Closing Thoughts I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Thank you for listening!
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Jeff Walton - How MicroStrategy Will Hit $1 Trillion in 2025
01/19/2025
Jeff Walton - How MicroStrategy Will Hit $1 Trillion in 2025
In this episode, Cedric sits down with digital capitalist Jeff Walton to explore the intricate connections between financial markets, Bitcoin, and MicroStrategy’s game-changing strategies for the future. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at river.com/Matrix Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at theya.us/cedric The best Team Bitcoin merch is at HodlersOfficial.com. Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Become a sponsor of the show: ––– Socials ––– Check out our new website at Follow on X: @PunterJeff Follow Cedric Youngelman on X: x.com/cedyoungelman Follow The Bitcoin Matrix Podcast on X: x.com/_bitcoinmatrix ––– Chapters ––– 00:00 - Intro 01:26 - Jeff Walton’s Introduction 03:30 - College and Career Path 05:19 - Origin of “Punter Jeff” 07:07 - Market Architecture 09:15 - Bitcoin and MicroStrategy 12:41 - Risk Management Insights 14:49 - Reinsurance Market Overview 17:17 - Equity Market Design 19:43 - S&P 500 Dynamics 23:45 - Valuation Challenges 25:20 - Indexing Impacts 27:48 - Metrics Traders Use 32:51 - Volatility and Options 39:14 - Trading Strategies 45:11 - Tax Implications 48:47 - Future of Collateral 53:04 - Strategic Bitcoin Reserves 57:18 - Price Discovery Dynamics 01:01:50 - Financial Innovations 01:06:29 - Lessons from Amazon 01:09:25 - Bitcoin and Programmability 01:11:08 - Closing Thoughts I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Thank you for listening!
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Cedric Youngelman - Why $1 Million Bitcoin is Closer Than You Think
01/12/2025
Cedric Youngelman - Why $1 Million Bitcoin is Closer Than You Think
In this episode, I had the pleasure of being invited on the Byte Federal Podcast and sitting down with my good friend Paul Tarantino for an engaging conversation about Bitcoin’s transformative impact on personal identity, global economics, and investment strategies. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Get your ticket for Bitcoin Day Naples 2025 at and get $21 off your ticket by using code MATRIX at checkout. Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at The best Team Bitcoin merch is at . Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Become a sponsor of the show: ––– Socials ––– Check out our new website at Follow on X: & Follow Cedric Youngelman on X: Follow The Bitcoin Matrix Podcast on X: ––– Chapters ––– 00:00 – Intro 01:34 – Cedric’s introduction 03:54 – Thoughts on X app lately 07:54 – Analyzing Trump’s 1st year after taking office 12:10 – Making the Case for Strategic Bitcoin Reserve 14:59 – Omega candle 17:27 – Psychology behind the Bitcoin cycles 23:04 – The opportunity cost of not having Bitcoin 30:02 – Real Estate vs Bitcoin 34:54 – Dissecting the Normie’s way of thinking 41:14 – How Bitcoin changes your identity 45:49 – How Cedric got into Bitcoin as an Accountant 53:04 – Bitcoin’s modern era 58:04 – Now is Bitcoin’s time to shine 1:01:35 – The state of the Dollar if War comes 1:09:09 – The accounting of Bitcoin 1:16:34 – Microstrategy’s position 1:26:02 – How Corporations and Nation State protect their Bitcoins? 1:28:50 – ETFs with in-kind distribution 1:32:04 – The success stories of Bitcoin I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Thank you for listening!
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Bitcoin vs Real Estate with Leon Wankum
01/05/2025
Bitcoin vs Real Estate with Leon Wankum
In this episode, real estate expert sits down with Cedric and delves into the transformative potential of Bitcoin in real estate. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Get your ticket for Bitcoin Day Naples 2025 at BitcoinDay.io and get $21 off your ticket by using code MATRIX at checkout. Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at river.com/Matrix Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at theya.us/cedric The best Team Bitcoin merch is at HodlersOfficial.com. Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Become a sponsor of the show: ––– Socials ––– Check out our new website at Follow on Twitter: Follow Cedric Youngelman on X: / cedyoungelman Follow The Bitcoin Matrix Podcast on X: / _bitcoinmatrix ––– Chapters ––– 00:00 – Intro 01:23 – Leon’s Story 05:44 – First Encounter with Bitcoin 08:23 – Bitcoin as Digital Real Estate 11:23 – Redefining Wealth 14:53 – Historical Link: Wealth & Real Estate 18:48 – Why Real Estate Fails as a Modern Store of Value 20:28 – Bitcoin Absorbing Real Estate Value 21:43 – Real Estate: Backbone of Today’s Financial System 23:08 – Bitcoin: Superior Collateral 25:23 – Applying Saylor’s Strategy to Real Estate 27:28 – Bitcoin as Digital Land 34:16 – Bitcoin: Closer to Land than Buildings 37:35 – Rise of Credit Dependency 41:13 – Innovation Driven by Sound Money 44:42 – Credit on a Bitcoin Standard 49:48 – Investing with Bitcoin as a Base 50:55 – Zombie Companies Explained 53:05 – Bitcoin: Pristine Collateral 59:56 – Volatility as a Feature 1:02:09 – Dual-Collateral Loans with Bitcoin 1:09:38 – Real Estate’s Social Challenges 1:17:53 – Addressing Rising Real Estate Prices 1:20:28 – Why Real Estate’s Nominal Value Will Keep Rising 1:23:00 – The Importance of Bitcoin’s Privacy 1:27:53 – Should Bitcoiners Invest in Real Estate? 1:31:53 – Bitcoin’s Unique Mobility 1:34:30 – Real Estate and Art: A Comparison 1:36:03 – Key Investment Principles 1:38:19 – Measuring Wealth in Bitcoin 1:43:53 – Risks of Owning MicroStrategy 1:49:03 – Bitcoin Mining’s Impact on Real Estate I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Finally if you could write a five star review for The Bitcoin Matrix Podcast wherever you listen to your podcasts that would really help get the word out and help new listeners find the show. Thank you for listening!
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CJ Konstantinos - Bitcoin Bonds Will Change Everything
12/29/2024
CJ Konstantinos - Bitcoin Bonds Will Change Everything
In this episode, sits down with who is all in on Bitcoin as pristine collateral and the ultimate reserve asset for the internet economy. is fired up about Strategic Bitcoin Reserves and Bitcoin bonds, calling them game-changing tools to fix negative real rates, rescuing failing pensions, and creating a more sustainable economy. In ’s eyes, we stand at a historic turning point—these innovations aren’t just solutions; they’re the key to restoring trust and securing America’s dominance in a rapidly unfolding Bitcoin-driven future. 0:00 - Intro 2:00 - ’s background 10:30 - Why Bitcoin Is the Reserve Asset of the Internet Economy 13:40 - Bitcoin vs Fiat: A Truth Machine in a World of Lies 16:40 - How Bitcoin Outpaces Fiat as a Store of Value 22:00 - The Fiat Collapse and Hyperinflation Warning 24:33 - The Case for a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve 26:35 - Bitcoin Bonds: A Revolutionary Financial Tool 30:20 - Municipal Bitcoin Bonds 32:30 - The Compounding Growth of Bitcoin 38:00 - The Dollar is the perfect L2 for Bitcoin 41:30 - The Parameters of a Strategic Bitcoin reserve 44:55 - Redefining Risk with Bitcoin Bonds 53:07 - Higher Lows: Bitcoin as Savings Technology 59:20 - Bitcoin’s Future Price Potential 1:01:00 - Beyond the Commodity Cycle: Bitcoin as Money 1:03:50 - How Inflation turn into Hyperinflation 1:07:00 - ’s Orange Pill Story 1:21:00 - Parameters of Bitcoin as Collateral 1:25:00 - People’s Reserve 1:31:30 - Middle Eastern Countries already accumulate a Bitcoin Reserve 1:34:00 - Closing Thoughts on Bitcoin’s Role in a New Economy Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at Get your ticket for Bitcoin Day Naples 2025 at and get $21 off your ticket by using code MATRIX at checkout. Theya is the world's simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at The best Team Bitcoin merch is at . Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Follow on X Follow on X Follow on X and I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Finally if you could write a five star review for wherever you listen to your podcasts that would really help get the word out and help new listeners find the show. Thank you for listening!
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Rudy Havenstein - How the FED is Secretly Destroying America
12/22/2024
Rudy Havenstein - How the FED is Secretly Destroying America
This episode explores the economic challenges of our time, from inflation and hyperinflation to the Federal Reserve’s role in deepening division and corruption. Rudy provides sharp insights on how the 2020 financial crisis amplified the failures of 2008 and discusses Bitcoin’s potential to tackle systemic issues, while addressing political polarization and offering a fresh perspective on finding common ground. CHAPTERS : 00:00 - 1:41 - Intro 02:51 - The Story Behind the Rudy’s Persona 04:51 - Why the CPI Metric Is a Scam 06:11 - The Devastating Impact of Hyperinflation 07:56 - How the Federal Reserve Is Destroying Lives 09:56 - Why Building a Following on X (Twitter) Matters 15:21 - Is Hyperinflation Unavoidable? 20:31 - The Hidden Failures of TARP Explained 23:54 - 2020: A Financial Crisis on Steroids 28:51 - Rudy’s Take on the Occupy Wall Street Movement 30:11 - Why Rudy Almost Voted for Bernie Sanders in 2016 34:06 - How the Federal Reserve Fuels Division and Corruption 38:00 - Democrats vs. Republicans: Why It’s a Dead-End Debate 41:09 - Unpacking Doubts About Trump’s Election 44:25 - Short-Term Solutions for Federal Reserve Reform 49:12 - The Middle-Class Crisis in America 53:51 - Inflation’s Real Impact on Everyday Lives 1:01:21 - Bitcoin’s Role in Addressing Economic Issues 1:04:21 - Institutions Are Taking Over Bitcoin – What It Means 1:07:30 - The Importance of Focusing on Shared Goals 1:11:31 - How Bitcoiners Recognize the Real Issues 1:14:30 - The Decline of Public Education in the U.S. 1:16:27 - What’s the True Rate of Inflation? 1:23:00 - Why the Fed Will Never Solve Inflation 1:26:30 - The Controversial Death of United Healthcare’s CEO Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at Theya is the world's simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at The best Team Bitcoin merch is at . Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Follow on X Follow on X Follow on X and I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Finally if you could write a five star review for wherever you listen to your podcasts that would really help get the word out and help new listeners find the show. Thank you for listening!
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Tom Luongo: Bitcoin - The Savior of Our Financial Future?
12/16/2024
Tom Luongo: Bitcoin - The Savior of Our Financial Future?
Today, I had the pleasure of interviewing to discuss if the current financial system can survive without Bitcoin. We also get into what thinks about ending the federal reserve immediately, the odds that trump can make it to inauguration day alive, and of course we cover how thinks all the different markets will perform during all of this. Get up to $100 when you sign up and buy bitcoin on River at - River is the best place to build your bitcoin wealth and they offer zero fees on recurring Bitcoin purchases. Theya is the world's simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. With their modular multi-sig vaults, you decide how to hold your keys. Download Theya Now at To get the best team bitcoin merch check out Hodlers Official at and use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Check out our new website at Follow on X Follow on X Follow on X I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Finally if you could write a five star review for wherever you listen to your podcasts that would really help get the word out and help new listeners find the show. And thank you for listening!
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Bob Burnett - Hash Wars
11/10/2024
Bob Burnett - Hash Wars
Today’s episode with , the CEO of who has become a good friend and mentor to me was recorded several weeks ago but I still think there is a tremendous amount of signal in here as always packs a punch. We talk about wars over hash rate, most famous patent, the future of block space, how countries could possibly be sovereign in a bitcoin world and towards the end of our conversation we turn to some tough, hard topics like suicide, retirement, quality of life and true happiness. Get up to $100 when you sign up and buy bitcoin on River at - River is the best place to build your bitcoin wealth and they offer zero fees on recurring Bitcoin purchases. Theya is the world's simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. With their modular multi-sig vaults, you decide how to hold your keys. Download Theya Now at To get the best team bitcoin merch check out Hodlers Official at and use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. is the founder and CEO of , a company focused on the development of “horse-class” mining sites, and he is a vocal proponent for the expansion of diversity in Bitcoin mining site geography, scale, and energy sources. has spent over 35 years as a technologist including 13 years at Gateway, Inc., a Fortune 200 personal computer company, where he led the company’s product development efforts as Chief Technical Officer. has founded several companies in the Bitcoin mining space and is an evangelist and educator for Bitcoin and its importance to the world’s future. Check out our new website at Follow on X Follow on X Follow on X I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Finally if you could write a five star review for wherever you listen to your podcasts that would really help get the word out and help new listeners find the show. And thank you for listening!
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Invaded: The Intentional Destruction of the American Immigration System with JJ Carrell
09/29/2024
Invaded: The Intentional Destruction of the American Immigration System with JJ Carrell
Guess what guys I’m going to next week for the largest in Europe and you should go too! October 9th and 10th and please support the show and get 10% off when you use my code matrix. If you use the code and plan to attend DM me for a meet and greet with yours truly. Seriously if you use my code dm and we can meet up at the conference. The future of Bitcoin starts here. Thats the tag line guys this is going to be so dope! Get your tickets here: I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Get up to $100 when you sign up and buy bitcoin on River at - River is the best place to build your bitcoin wealth and they offer zero fees on recurring Bitcoin purchases. Theya is the world's simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. With their modular multi-sig vaults, you decide how to hold your keys. Download Theya Now at To get the best team bitcoin merch check out Hodlers Official at and use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. recently retired from the United States Border Patrol after a twenty-four year career as a Deputy Patrol Agent in Charge. Carrell brings a different view on immigration and on what is now transpiring in this forgotten and unknown place known as the border. Follow on X Follow on X Follow on X Finally if you could write a five star review for wherever you listen to your podcasts that would really help get the word out and help new listeners find the show. And thank you for listening!
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Pierre Rochard - Speculative Defense (200TH EPISODE!!!)
08/18/2024
Pierre Rochard - Speculative Defense (200TH EPISODE!!!)
For the 200th episode, I sat down with our good friend , who makes his record-setting sixth appearance on the show to discuss the Trump assassination, Elizabeth Warren’s puzzling crusade against Bitcoin, divine intervention, Chartalism, Munchausen Syndrome, why Bitcoin stands above governments and how they can play speculative defense. If you’d like to continue supporting the show or are considering contributing for the first time, there are a few ways to do so. You can boost the show on the , send tips via Cash App at $delaced, or connect with me and tip me on X at . If you prefer not to use those platforms, feel free to email me at , and I’ll provide you with details on how to send a check. Get up to $100 when you sign up and buy bitcoin on River at - River is the best place to build your bitcoin wealth and they offer zero fees on recurring Bitcoin purchases. Theya is the world's simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. With their modular multi-sig vaults, you decide how to hold your keys. Download Theya Now at To get the best team bitcoin merch check out Hodlers Official at and use the code Matrix for a discount on your order has researched and written about Bitcoin since 2013. He co-founded the Satoshi Nakamoto Institute in 2014 to curate the best primary source literature. In addition to developing open-source Bitcoin software, is an outspoken advocate for Bitcoin’s decentralized governance. served as the Bitcoin and Lightning product manager at Kraken for three years before joining Riot as the VP of Research. Follow on X Follow on X Follow on X Finally if you could write a five star review for wherever you listen to your podcasts that would really help get the word out and help new listeners find the show. And thank you for listening!
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David Collum - The Trump Assassination, Satanic Cults & Sea Biscuit
07/21/2024
David Collum - The Trump Assassination, Satanic Cults & Sea Biscuit
In this episode, I had a blast with trying to deconstruct everything happening in the world right now as best we can. is the Bitcoin exchange of choice for the long-term investor. Use this to get started and earn up to $100 in BTC when you buy Bitcoin at . Have you secured your ticket to in Nashville yet? Don't miss out on this historic event of epic proportions. Use the code "Matrix" at checkout to enjoy a 10% discount on your order. Hurry, visit now to secure your spot and join us this Thursday Friday and Saturday. Immerse yourself in a world of groundbreaking ideas, insightful discussions, and endless networking opportunities. This is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and learn from the brightest minds in the industry. Don't wait any longer! Get your ticket now and be part of this momentous occasion. Remember to use the code "Matrix" for 10% off your tickets at I can't wait to see you there! , MA, MS, Ph.D. is a Professor at The Cornell University. He received a Doctor of Philosophy from Columbia University in the City of New York. His research interests are Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Physical Organic Chemistry, Organolithium Chemistry, Organosodium Chemistry, Kinetics, Reaction Mechanism. Follpw on Twitter. Follow on Twitter Follow on Twitter Finally if you could write a five star review for wherever you listen to your podcasts that would really help get the word out and help new listeners find the show. And thank you for listening!
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Tomer Strolight - Bitcoin: An Empire For Us All
07/01/2024
Tomer Strolight - Bitcoin: An Empire For Us All
In this episode, I sit down with to discuss 4 of his articles related to political philosophy, theory and Bitcoin. is the Bitcoin exchange of choice for the long-term investor. Use this to get started and earn up to $100 in BTC when you buy Bitcoin at . Follpw on Twitter. Follow on Twitter Follow on Twitter Finally if you could write a five star review for wherever you listen to your podcasts that would really help get the word out and help new listeners find the show. And thank you for listening!
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Bitcoin Mechanic - Boiling the Ocean
06/24/2024
Bitcoin Mechanic - Boiling the Ocean
"Bitcoin is a decentralized bank digital currency. So, if it becomes centralized by definition it is a CBDC. Bitcoin is a CBDC waiting to happen. It's a nightmare unless we can get it back on track. It's something we're sleepwalking into." - Bitcoin Mechanic In this episode, sit down with the Chief Boiling Officer over at decentralized mining pool Ocean to discuss the threat from the centralization of bitcoin mining, filtering vs censorship and if Bitcoin is going to eventually turn into a CBDC one day if we continue on our current path. is the Bitcoin exchange of choice for the long-term investor. Use this to get started and earn up to $100 in BTC when you buy Bitcoin at . Follpw on Twitter. Check out . Follow on Twitter Follow on Twitter Finally if you could write a five star review for wherever you listen to your podcasts that would really help get the word out and help new listeners find the show. And thank you for listening!
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Luke Dashjr - Is Bitcoin In A Civil War?
06/16/2024
Luke Dashjr - Is Bitcoin In A Civil War?
In this episode, sit down with to discuss the current state of bitcoin mining, the ingenious nature of the latest spam wave attacks and if there’s an existential threat to bitcoin right now. is a Bitcoin Core developer and the founder of Ocean mining pool. He has made over 200 contributions to Bitcoin Core, and maintains the Bitcoin Improvement Proposals section on GitHub is the Bitcoin exchange of choice for the long-term investor. Use this to get started and earn up to $100 in BTC when you buy Bitcoin at . Follpw on Twitter. Check out . Follow on Twitter Follow on Twitter Finally if you could write a five star review for wherever you listen to your podcasts that would really help get the word out and help new listeners find the show. And thank you for listening!
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Cedric Youngelman - Fiat Accountant By Day, Bitcoin Podcaster By Night
06/01/2024
Cedric Youngelman - Fiat Accountant By Day, Bitcoin Podcaster By Night
In this episode, sit down with on his podcast. I haven't done many like this so I'd love to hear your feedback. is the Bitcoin exchange of choice for the long-term investor. Use this to get started and earn up to $100 in BTC when you buy Bitcoin at . Follow on Twitter. Follow the podcast on the Fountain App. Follow on Twitter Follow on Twitter Finally if you could write a five star review for wherever you listen to your podcasts that would really help get the word out and help new listeners find the show. And thank you for listening!
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Joe Burnett - Your Wealth Is Melting
05/27/2024
Joe Burnett - Your Wealth Is Melting
In this episode, sits down with to talk about . is Senior Product Marketing Manager at , the Official US Collaborative Custody Partner of . Sponsors: is the Bitcoin exchange of choice for the long-term investor. Use this to get started and earn up to $100 in BTC when you buy Bitcoin at . is a simple and secure multi-sig vault for BTC self custody. Download the on your phone today and go multi sig to secure your Bitcoin for generations. GET SIX MONTHS FREE HERE: Affiliates: is the Team Bitcoin merch and memorabilia company for Bitcoin’s biggest fans! Go to today and get your Team Bitcoin gear and use the code MATRIX for 10% off your entire purchase! can help you set up your multi-sig vault, estate plan, collaborative custody, or be of service via Book some time to talk on my . Follow on Twitter. Read piece here: Follow on Twitter Follow on Twitter Finally if you could write a five star review for wherever you listen to your podcasts that would really help get the word out and help new listeners find the show. And thank you for listening!
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Paul Tarantino - The Last Currency Standing
05/08/2024
Paul Tarantino - The Last Currency Standing
In this episode, sits down with to talk about fiscal dominance, the return of zero interest bank reserve requirements, key drivers of hyperbitcoinization and why Bitcoin will be the last currency standing. is the Director of Business Development at , the 7th largest Bitcoin ATM operator and manufacturer on the planet. He is a founding member of the Florida Blockchain Business Association, Bitcoin Speaker and Educator, and Investor. also assists Bitcoin companies looking to set up international operations in South and Central America in association with Carlos Miguel Rivas of El Salvador. His passions include his Family, Hard Money, Real Food, Tough Love, and Fly Fishing. Fed whitepaper by Charles W. Calomiris dicsussed: Sponsors: is the Bitcoin exchange of choice for the long-term investor. Use this to get started and earn up to $100 in BTC when you buy Bitcoin at . is a simple and secure multi-sig vault for BTC self custody. Download the on your phone today and go multi sig to secure your Bitcoin for generations. GET SIX MONTHS FREE HERE: Affiliates: Use the code Matrix for a discount off your tickets for on May 11. Bitcoin Day Miami is designed to forge lifelong connections between expert speakers and all good people anywhere on their Bitcoin journey It also has quickly become my favorite bitcoin conference. Bitcoin Day Miami brings you high-caliber speakers that are only seen from a distance at the big shows and instead brings everyone together in the same room for a strategic day of vision and action. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to level up your Bitcoin game! Get your tickets today at energy bars: A new kind of energy bar, live life untamed, Question everything. Use the code MATRIX at for a discount off your purchase. is the Team Bitcoin merch and memorabilia company for Bitcoin’s biggest fans! Go to today and get your Team Bitcoin gear and use the code MATRIX for 10% off your entire purchase! can help you set up your multi-sig vault, estate plan, collaborative custody, or be of service via Book some time to talk on my . Follow on Twitter. Follow on Twitter Follow on Twitter Finally if you could write a five star review for wherever you listen to your podcasts that would really help get the word out and help new listeners find the show. And thank you for listening!
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