The Progressive Bitcoiner
Bitcoin is for Everyone
Exploring Bitcoin as a tool for financial freedom and empowerment around the world. Busting myths to educate and inspire ✊🌱🧡 | Hosted by Margot Paez 🗣️🎧 progressivebitcoiner.substack.com
TPB 111 - Exploring Bitcoin for Social Good with Trey Walsh
Catch up with Margot and Trey as they discuss their evolving roles in the podcast and their ambitious vision for the Progressive Bitcoiner nonprofit. Discover how Bitcoin can empower marginalized communities and drive positive change. From personal recovery insights to building a robust progressive movement, this conversation is packed with actionable insights and community-driven goals. EXCLUSIVE SPONSORS:BitBox: Get the open-source Bitbox02 Bitcoin only edition. It’s our favorite bitcoin hardw
Mar 4, • 1:20:46
TPB 110 - The Perfect Destruction of Nature with Anjan Sundaram
In this conversation, Anjan Sundaram, a journalist and author, discusses his experiences in Rwanda, exploring themes of authoritarianism, the role of Western powers, and the personal narratives that shape journalism. He reflects on the complexities of living under a dictatorship, the normalization of fear, and the impact of international organizations on local governance. The discussion highlights the challenges of truth-telling in oppressive regimes and the importance of personal experience in
Jan 28, • 1:36:27
TPB 109 - MAKE BITCOIN NONPARTISAN AGAIN with Jason Brett
In this conversation with Jason Brett, we discuss the implications of the recent election on Bitcoin and the cryptocurrency industry, focusing on the partisan dynamics that have emerged. They explore the role of key figures like Gary Gensler, the influence of super PACs, and the complexities of corporate involvement in politics. The discussion also touches on missed opportunities for political engagement and the need for a new strategy to educate and involve Democrats in the cryptocurrency conve
Dec 17, 2024 • 1:23:47
TPB 108 - What we Learn from Occupy Wallstreet for the Upcoming Election with Alan Minsky
In this episode of the Progressive Bitcoiner podcast, host Margot Paez engages with Alan Minsky, the executive director of the Progressive Democrats of America, to discuss the upcoming presidential election and the evolving political landscape in the U.S. They reflect on the impact of the Occupy Wall Street movement, the role of progressive politics within the Democratic Party, and the challenges faced by candidates like Kamala Harris. The conversation also touches on the complexities of U.S. fo
Oct 31, 2024 • 1:33:33
TPB107 - How to Upset the World of Bitcoin with Independent Journalism with Margot Paez
Margot Paez on her return to independent journalism. Will this upset people inside and outside the world of bitcoin equally? Will The Progressive Bitcoiner's social media burst? Let's find out together!EXCLUSIVE SPONSORS:BitBox: Get the open-source Bitbox02 Bitcoin only edition. It’s my favorite bitcoin hardware wallet for you to take self-custody of your bitcoin and keep your private keys safe in cold storage. You, our listener! Thank you to our supporters. To support The Progressive Bitcoiner
Oct 28, 2024 • 5:00
TPB106 - What Happened to The Progressive Movement? with Margot Paez
"This is a call to action to the listeners. Only you can do it, the power is within you. That's how this works. It takes everybody—takes a village.” - MargotMy guest today is Margot Paez. Margot is a climate change physicist and PhD candidate at the Georgia Institute of Technology, focusing on research relating to climate change statistical based modeling, bitcoin mining, and combating misinformation regarding bitcoin mining and the environment. She is also a Fellow at the Bitcoin Policy Institu
Sep 24, 2024 • 1:57:38
TPB105 - Live an Examined Life with Dr. Mark Stephany
"Bitcoin calls upon all of us to act in some way, in some manner. You know, just because you bought it is the most basic thing that you can do." - Dr. Mark StephanyMy guest today is Dr. Mark Stephany. Mark is the former host of The Progressive Bitcoiner, author and board-certified internal medicine physician. In this episode we discuss the challenges of promoting Bitcoin to progressives, the need for political engagement in Bitcoin, what taking action in the face of adversity may look like and l
Sep 17, 2024 • 1:47:26
TPB104 - Nostr: Promoting Freedom and Healing Brokenness with Will Casarin and Roger Huang
"Nostr is like our lifeboat in the same sense that bitcoin is our lifeboat for money." - Will Casarin My guests today are Will Casarin and Roger Huang. Will is a nostr and Bitcoin developer and the founder of Damus. Roger is journalist having previously written for TechCrunch, VentureBeat, and currently is a contributor for Forbes and author of “Would Mao Hold Bitcoin.”In this episode we explore the world of Nostr, a decentralized social network. We discuss freedom tech, censorship resistance, a
Sep 10, 2024 • 1:22:26
TPB103 - Can Bitcoin Fix our Broken Politics? with American HODL and Erik Cason
“Bitcoin is a sort of systemic cleanup of the world's economy and the world's political economy as well.” My guests today are American HODL and Erik Cason. HODL is an OG Bitcoiner, speaking on bitcoin stages and podcasts around the world, and Erik is a crypto-anarchist and author of “Cryptosovereignty: The Encrypted Political Philosophy of Bitcoin.” In this episode American HODL and Erik discuss how they shifted from traditional status-quo left political ideologies to embracing Bitcoin, criticiz
Sep 3, 2024 • 1:40:19
TPB102 - The Importance of Bipartisan Support for Bitcoin with Lyn Alden
“When I think about US politics, the single-minded focus I have is reducing the probability of tail risk draconian anti-Bitcoin types of regulation.” - Lyn AldenMy guest today is Lyn Alden, Founder of Lyn Alden Investment Strategy, GP at Ego Death Capital and BoD at Swan. In this episode we discusses the current U.S. political landscape and the importance of pushing for bipartisan support of Bitcoin, Bitcoin's role in global economics, the future of US fiscal policy, and the importance of financ
Aug 27, 2024 • 1:40:16
TPB101 - Democrats Crypto "Reset" Incoming? with Mike Brock
"We need to engage with skeptics' concerns about Bitcoin in a serious way." - Mike BrockMy guest today is Mike Brock. Mike is Lead for TBD at Block, Inc. TBD is building infrastructure that enables everyone to access and participate in the global economy.In this episode we explore Bitcoin's place in democracy, discussing regulatory challenges, the founding fathers' vision for our nation and democracy, and the impact of social media on society. We delve into the importance of common good, patriot
Aug 20, 2024 • 2:19:17
Reflecting on #Crypto4Harris Town Hall w/ Jason Maier - X Spaces August 16
X spaces, August 16th, with Trey Walsh and Jason Maier discussing the recent Crypto4Harris Town Hall which featured many democratic politicians, industry leaders and more, with hopes to amplify the importance of Bitcoin/crypto to the Harris administration for positive change and policy. https://thehill.com/policy/technology/4829807-crypto-friendly-democrats-harris-campaign/To learn more, visit our websiteFollow the pod on X | Nostr | Bluesky | Instagram | Threads | Facebook | LinkedIn |Join in o
Aug 18, 2024 • 54:17
TPB100 - U.S. Bitcoin Strategic Reserve with Yael Ossowski and Pierre Rochard
"Getting that strategic reserve to be essentially a path forward to transition from the dollar to Bitcoin, is critical." - Pierre RochardMy guests today are Yael Ossowski and Pierre Rochard. Yael is Deputy Director at the Consumer Choice Center and a visiting fellow at the Bitcoin Policy Institute. Pierre is VP of Research at Riot Platforms. In this episode we explore the debate around a potential US Bitcoin Strategic Reserve, including legislation introduced by Representative Cynthia Lummis, di
Aug 13, 2024 • 59:21
TPB99 - Would Mao Hold Bitcoin? with Roger Huang
"The fact that [Bitcoin] is used throughout the world in so many places now, I think speaks to how it resonates, and how useful it is and the need to dilute the power of tyrants wherever they are." - Roger My guest today is Roger Huang. Roger is an author and journalist having previously written for TechCrunch, VentureBeat, and currently is a contributor for Forbes. In this episode we discuss his new book, “Would Mao Hold Bitcoin?: The Past, Present and Future of Bitcoin in Techno-Nationalist Ch
Aug 6, 2024 • 1:13:59
TPB98 - Bitcoin Protects Democracy with Carlos Toriello
"This benefits everyone who wants truth. The only people that don't benefit from this are those that want to lie to you." - Carlos TorielloMy guest today is Carlos Toriello from Simple Proof. Simple Proof enables institutions to enhance transparency and ensure the authenticity of documents by incorporating robust blockchain-based timestamping into their current processes, powered by Bitcoin. Carlos has also worked as a volunteer in several Guatemalan elections and is dedicated to promoting the b
Jul 30, 2024 • 1:09:27
TPB97 - 21 Women in Bitcoin with Becca Bratcher
"Bitcoin is for everyone. I think a lot of people don't think that it really is, but it actually is." - Becca My guest today is Becca Bratcher. Becca is a former nurse, podcast host and the author of the newly released book, “21 Women in Bitcoin,” which highlights the vital role that women play in shaping Bitcoin’s evolution and impact on society.In this episode we discuss and contrast the “crypto bro” narrative that Bitcoin often finds itself in with the reality that Bitcoin is used around the
Jul 23, 2024 • 50:53
TPB96 - Bitcoin is for Unions with Pat O'Brien
"Firefighters are like great risk managers and can understand holding and managing Bitcoin" - Pat O’BrienMy guest today is training Captain Pat O’Brien repping the Taunton, Massachusetts fire department. These firefighters just made history as the 4th union in the U.S. to add Bitcoin to their balance sheet. How cool is that? Shoutout to Dom Bei and Proof of Workforce for the assistance they provide to unions like the one here in Taunton as they explore getting on and growing their exposure to Bi
Jul 16, 2024 • 57:47
TPB95 - Making Bitcoin Great Again with David Bailey and Jason Maier
"Special interest lobbying, sadly, is effective." - David Bailey "I wanted Bitcoin to be this bipartisan bridge." - Jason Maier My guests today are David Bailey and Jason Maier. David is Founder & CEO of BTC Inc (Bitcoin Magazine, the Bitcoin Conference, UTXO) and Jason is a teacher and author of “A Progressive’s Case for Bitcoin.” This debate, that serves more as an open discussion, delves into the controversial realm where Bitcoin intersects with US politics, focusing on Donald Trump's recent
Jul 9, 2024 • 1:10:08
TPB94 - Not Your Keys, Not Your Bitcoin with Stadicus
"We are really building towards the next millions of bitcoiners that will join the space, and we want to give them no excuse to keep their coins on an exchange." - StadicusMy guest today is Stadicus. Stadicus is a part of the team at Bitbox, working on Bitcoin hardware and self-custody solutions. In this episode we break down what hardware wallets are, security best practices, and the importance of owning and holding your own private keys. We discuss how Bitbox is making Bitcoin security accessi
Jul 2, 2024 • 55:22
TPB93 - Democrats need a Bitcoin Strategy with Jason Maier
"Bitcoin is going to do just fine. The adoption will keep going and the understanding will keep going. And the politicians will slowly come on board as the voters do." - Jason MaierMy guest today is Jason Maier. Jason is a high school math teacher, educator, and author of “A Progressive’s Case for Bitcoin.” In this episode we discusses the political landscape of Bitcoin, focusing on Trump's recent Bitcoin-friendly stance and its implications. We explore the need for a Democratic Bitcoin strategy
Jun 25, 2024 • 1:05:23
TPB92 - Bitcoin is for Freedom Fighters with Anna Chekhovich
"Bitcoin shouldn't operate like fiat. I see Bitcoin as a tool for freedom." - Anna ChekhovichMy guest today is Anna Chekhovich. Anna is the Director of Finance at the Anti-Corruption Foundation, a nonprofit founded in 2011 by Russian opposition leader Alexei Nevalny seeking to educate and fight corruption and authoritarianism in Russia and beyond. She also teaches Bitcoin and financial freedom with the Human Rights Foundation.In this episode we discuss how Bitcoin empowers activists and freedom
Jun 18, 2024 • 1:24:41
TPB91 - Bitcoin is Resistance Money with Bradley Rettler
“A system that works only when the people that you trust are in power is not a very good system." - Bradley Rettler My guest today is Bradley Rettler. Bradley is an Associate Professor of Philosophy at the University of Wyoming and author of “Resistance Money: A Philosophical Case for Bitcoin” (alongside Andrew Bailey and Craig Warmke). In this episode we discuss his new book Resistance Money and explore Bitcoin's potential as a tool for empowerment, privacy, and resistance against authoritarian
Jun 11, 2024 • 1:17:47
TPB90 - Bitcoin is Winning, What now? with Avik Roy
"The reason why Bitcoin will ultimately succeed is because we are more committed to our success than those who oppose us are committed to our failure." - Avik RoyMy guest today is Avik Roy. Avik has an extensive background in science, medicine and most recently public policy where he is currently President at The Foundation for Equal Opportunity and Research (FREOPP), a nonprofit think tank expanding economic opportunity to those who least have it. In this episode we discuss how Bitcoin aligns w
Jun 4, 2024 • 1:19:20
TPB89 - Bitcoin Privacy, Development, and Education with Stacie Waleyko
"Privacy is a human right. It's not just something that criminals need." - Stacie Waleyko My guest today is Stacie Waleyko. Stacie is a Bitcoin developer and educator having previously worked as a developer for Casa, and now focusing on contributing to Bitcoin open source projects, Boston BitDevs, education via her website and zines and beyond. In this episode we discusses Bitcoin core development, the slow and deliberate process behind it, and the challenges faced by developers in a hostile reg
May 28, 2024 • 1:17:54
TPB88 - Anyone Can Mine Bitcoin with Kent Halliburton
"Bitcoin mining looks for the lowest cost power... that just happens to be renewable." - Kent Halliburton My guest today is Kent Halliburton. Kent is the CEO & Co-founder of Sazmining, a hosted Bitcoin mining provider utilizing 100% renewable energy sources. In this episode we discuss Bitcoin mining's environmental impact, incentives driving renewable energy use, deflationary effects on consumerism, and inevitable adoption. Kent shares insights on running a Bitcoin business amidst regulatory ris
May 21, 2024 • 1:00:44
TPB87 - Bitcoin is a Powerful Story with Frank Corva
"Bitcoin is already solving very real problems for activists around the world." - Frank Corva My guest today is Frank Corva. Frank is a journalist and educator, currently serving as the Business-to-business (B2B) correspondent at Bitcoin Magazine, contributor at Forbes Crypto and Founder at New Renessaince Capital. In this episode we discuss Bitcoin's role in human rights, activism, and appealing to progressive values. We explore how Bitcoin can be a catalyst for change, empowering individuals a
May 14, 2024 • 1:23:03
TPB86 - Bitcoin Advocacy in the UK with Freddie New and Susie Ward
"Bitcoin enables you to do an awful lot of good in a very short period of time." - Freddie NewMy guests today are Freddie New and Susie Ward from Bitcoin Policy UK, an organization focused on Bitcoin advocacy and education in the UK. Freddie has a background in lobbying and law and serves as Head of Policy for BPUK. Susie is a financial analyst with a background in accounting and serves as Head of Mining and Sustainability for BPUK, and as a talented journalist has written several articles and b
May 7, 2024 • 1:23:06
TPB85 - Bitcoin Mining and the Future of Energy with Harry Sudock
"Bitcoin is those last five puzzle pieces we're waiting for to achieve incredible quality of life." - Harry SudockMy guest today is Harry Sudock. Harry is the Chief Strategy Officer at Griid, a purpose-built American-based infrastructure company operating bitcoin mining facilities since 2019 utilizing low-cost, low-carbon energy, and a partner at Bitcoin Park, a community supported campus in Nashville focused on grassroots freedom tech adoption and a home for bitcoiners to work, learn, collabora
Apr 30, 2024 • 1:27:28
TPB84 - Bitcoin Mining is Climate Action with Troy Cross and Margot Paez
"We do these things not because we expect to win, but because it's the right thing to do ethically or morally." - Margot PaezMy guests today are Troy Cross and Margot Paez. Troy is an environmentalist and Professor of Philosophy at Reed College, having also written, researched and consulted on Bitcoin mining and its intersection with energy, environmentalism, and climate change. Margot is a climate change physicist and PhD candidate at the Georgia Institute of Technology, focusing on research r
Apr 23, 2024 • 1:16:29
TPB83 - Bitcoin is a Paradigm Shift with CK
"Bitcoin is way beyond any sort of central ethos. It's a force of nature." - CKMy guest today is Christian Keroles, aka CK. CK is the Director of Financial Freedom at the Human Rights Foundation, focusing on advancing open-source Bitcoin development and global Bitcoin adoption. In his prior position as Chief Operating Officer (COO) at BTC Inc, CK was instrumental in shaping Bitcoin Magazine into the foremost publication dedicated to all things Bitcoin. He also played a pivotal role in establishi
Apr 16, 2024 • 1:20:08
TPB82 - A Snapshot of Hyperinflation in Lebanon with Ahmed Klink
"Every day, fiat currency buys you a little bit less Bitcoin." - AhmedMy guest today is Ahmed Klink. Ahmed is Co-Founder and Partner at Manhattan based BIPOC & Women-owned creative company Sunday Afternoon, which also supports Bitcoin brands like Zeus. Born in Lebanon and later moving to France, then the U.S., Ahmed discusses the currency crisis in Lebanon, his family history and perspectives in Lebanon before and after hyperinflation and currency collapse, the role of Bitcoin in global sound mo
Apr 9, 2024 • 1:22:07
TPB81 - Universal Basic Income: Coercion or Freedom? with Scott Santens
"Basic income is not left or right. It's forward." - Scott SantensMy guest today is Scott Santens, with special guest co-host and friend of the pod Margot Paez. Scott is a leading Universal Basic Income (UBI) advocate and has been researching the subject since 2013. He is also the President and Founder of the Income to Support All (ITSA) Foundation which supports ambitious projects that help realize a foundation of unconditional universal basic income through research, storytelling, and implemen
Apr 2, 2024 • 1:55:45
TPB80 - Bitcoin Rights are Human Rights with Lyudmyla Kozlovska
“We have to be proactive. Otherwise, if you don’t defend your rights, you lose it.” - Lyudmyla KozlovskaMy guest today is Lyudmyla Kozlovska. Lyudmyla Kozlovska is a human rights activist and President of the Open Dialogue Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to defending human rights, democracy and rule of law throughout post-Soviet states. In this episode we discusses the importance of protecting privacy, self-custody, and proof-of-work for Bitcoin in Europe. Lyudmyla shares her experience of bei
Mar 26, 2024 • 1:10:00
TPB79 - Bitcoin on the Ballot in 2024 with Kyle Schneps
"Bitcoin is designed and decentralized to survive and not be controlled or destroyed. But governments can slow down the adoption we want to see in our lives, our children's lives." - Kyle Schneps My guest today is Kyle Schneps. Kyle is a former U.S. Intelligence Officer, former White House fellow under the Obama administration, co-founder of BTC Vets, advisor to the Bitcoin Today Coalition, a 501c4 nonprofit devoted to educating U.S. lawmakers on the benefits of Bitcoin, and currently the VP of
Mar 19, 2024 • 1:15:02
TPB78 - Bitcoin is Punk Rock with Sam from Wavlake
"We're trying to build a new infrastructure for music, and that's what needs to happen." - Sam My guest today is Sam Means. Sam is a musician, podcaster, entrepreneur, co-founder of Hello Merch, founder of Lightning Store and co-founder of Wavlake. Sam joins me to discuss how Wavlake is building a new online ecosystem for musicians & listeners to directly transact using Bitcoin and the Lightning Network. We dive into Sam's journey, Bitcoin for creatives, challenges in the music industry, buildin
Mar 12, 2024 • 1:27:48
TPB77 - Empowering African Women through Bitcoin with Marcel Lorraine
"If you're born in a cage, if you're born in prison, then freedom will look funny to you. But with a tool such as Bitcoin, this actually opens your eyes to your rights as a human, your rights as a citizen.” - MarcelMy guest today is Marcel Lorraine. Marcel is the Founder & CEO of Bitcoin Dada, a women centric entity that is working towards educating African women into Bitcoin. In this episode we discuss the systemic barriers women face in Africa, how Bitcoin can help transform opportunities and
Mar 5, 2024 • 1:09:33
TPB76 - What is Bitcoin? with Ben de Waal
"Bitcoin is money, but specifically Bitcoin is a form of money that isn't controlled by any kind of centralized entity." - Ben My guest today is Ben de Waal. Ben is an engineer, technologist, and Bitcoin consultant, having previously led various engineering projects including as Vice President of Engineering at Swan. Ben also advocates for decentralized solutions and is always interested in discussing philosophy and human affairs through his lens as a libertarian socialist/anarchist. As we anti
Feb 27, 2024 • 1:37:07
TPB75 - Mi Primer Bitcoin with John and Reyna
"Bitcoin breeds curiosity. And that curiosity paired with agency over your own life is so powerful" - JohnMy guests today are John and Reyna from Mi Primer Bitcoin. Mi Primer Bitcoin (My First Bitcoin) is a nonprofit based in El Salvador, built around a core concept: that independent, impartial, community-led Bitcoin education will change the world. John is the Founder and Executive Director and Reyna is the Vice Director of Adoption and Relations of Mi Primer Bitcoin. In this episode we discus
Feb 20, 2024 • 1:23:31
TPB74 - Bitcoin is Hope with Bryon and Christine
“Bitcoin is Hope.” - ChristineWe have a special bonus episode this week! My guests today are Bryon and Christine. Bryon and Christine are both educators from the midwest, have been in the Bitcoin space for quite a while and have been leading the way in many regards from the progressive bitcoin side. Both being lifelong progressives and democrats, they speak to Bitcoin’s progressive values and why democrats, and the democratic party, should adopt bitcoin and why bitcoin is hope, what it can do fo
Feb 15, 2024 • 1:20:00
TPB73 - Bitcoin's Mad Progress with Thomas Hunt and The Daniel
“Bitcoin returns to this positive view of the future” - ThomasMy guests today are Thomas Hunt aka Mad Bitcoins and Daniel. Thomas is the co-founder of the World Crypto Network and has been creating popular Bitcoin content as Mad Bitcoins, including shows like “The Bitcoin Group,” for over a decade. Daniel is The Progressive Bitcoiner’s master of art, branding, show and guest consultation and beyond. He also heads up marketing for Pubkey, the Bitcoin bar in NYC. In this episode we discuss Bitcoi
Feb 13, 2024 • 1:20:32
TPB72 - Shifting Paradigms in the Middle East with Ahmed Gatnash
“I think humans can fix almost everything and Biticoin is a very powerful tool towards that” - Ahmed GatnashMy guest today is Ahmed Gatnash. Ahmed is author of “The Middle East Crisis Factory” and Executive Director of the Kawaakibi Foundation, an accelerator for thinkers and doers, with a focus on the future of freedom in the Middle East and North Africa. In this episode we discuss using Bitcoin as a tool for human rights and financial freedom, the complex politics and need for new progressive
Feb 6, 2024 • 1:25:09
TPB71 - Scaling Bitcoin with Erik
“Bitcoin is most useful if more people use it.” - ErikMy guest today is Erik. Erik is a UX designer and has worked on many bitcoin projects including Hoseki and eNuts, a cashu wallet for android and iOS. Cashu is a free and open-source Chaumian ecash system built for Bitcoin that offers near-perfect privacy for users of custodial Bitcoin applications. We discuss Bitcoin design, usability, cashu and the privacy benefits and importance, scaling bitcoin both at a protocol and cultural layer, politi
Jan 30, 2024 • 1:29:54
TPB70 - Dirty Coin with Alana Mediavilla
“I want people to become more curious about Bitcoin, even if they just want to prove it wrong.” - Alana My guest today is Alana Mediavilla. Alana is an award-winning filmmaker, producer, director, writer, founder, mother & wife, having previously produced content for some of the largest tech brands including Google and now as founder and CEO of Filmkik, a remote video production company. Alana joined me to discuss her short film Stranded, focussing on Bitcoin miners monetizing stranded energy fo
Jan 23, 2024 • 1:30:53
TPB69 - Finding Signal through the Noise with George Kaloudis
"There's a level of complete systematic subversion that buried into Bitcoin that even our most excited individuals aren't too excited about." - George Kaloudis My guest today is George Kaloudis. George is an author and former analyst at CoinDesk. We have an in-depth discussion about Bitcoin's potential role in empowering disenfranchised progressives and leftist causes, including Bitcoin's appeal to millennials facing economic struggles, skepticism about institutions like BlackRock promoting Bitc
Jan 16, 2024 • 1:05:32
TPB68 - Bitcoin is Direct Action with Margot Paez
"This is direct action. This is mutual aid. And doing it with people all over the world." - Margot on using #Bitcoin for aid without bordersMy guest today is Margot Paez. Margot is a climate change physicist, Bitcoin mining researcher, and Fellow at the Bitcoin Policy Institute. She is one of my favorite guests to have on to discuss politics, social movements, all things bitcoin mining, and beyond. We discuss how Bitcoin can serve human rights causes and humanitarian efforts globally and talk ab
Jan 9, 2024 • 1:35:00
TPB67 - Navigating Bitcoin's Future in 2024 with Jason Maier
Happy New Year everyone, it’s good to be back after a brief hiatus! What better way to kick off the new year than with my friend Jason Maier. Jason is a returning guest, High School Math teacher, Bitcoin educator, and author of “A Progressive’s Case for Bitcoin.”In this episode we discuss Bitcoin's opportunities and challenges in 2024 - from mainstream adoption with a possible Bitcoin ETF to political unknowns with the next presidential election. We talk about whether hyperbitcoinization is like
Jan 2, 2024 • 1:12:21
TPB66 - Speaking to Progressive Values over Politics with Logan
“I'm hoping Bitcoin can almost force an evolution of what we refer to now as progressive politics." My guest today is Logan. Logan is a Lawyer, writer, and has published incredible articles via his Think Bitcoin substack and Bitcoin Magazine In this episode we explore the relationship between Bitcoin and progressive politics. We discuss whether Bitcoin aligns with progressive values, if it can address issues like wealth inequality and climate change, and how it may force an evolution in progress
Dec 19, 2023 • 1:29:31
TPB65 - Bitcoin's Evolving Environmental Narrative with Daniel Batten
"We need to be using less energy, which is coming from these forms, which is contributing to carbon emissions, but a whole lot more of forms which are flexible, which are stranded, which are carbon neutral or better even greenhouse negative."My guest today is Daniel Batten. Daniel is an entrepreneur, author, cleantech investor and co-founder of CH4 capital, a climate tech fund whose mission is to accelerate humanity's response to removing methane from our atmosphere, with methane being one of th
Dec 11, 2023 • 1:09:00
TPB64 - Toward a Science of the Political with Natalie Smolenski
"Regardless of what is happening in the wider world, what is it that you can build right where you are today that others can inherit from you that leaves the world better?" My guest today is Natalie Smolenski. Natalie is a political and economic anthropologist, Founder and Executive Director of the Texas Bitcoin Foundation and Fellow at the Bitcoin Policy Institute. In this episode we discuss the philosophy, theory, and political implications of Bitcoin and beyond. We discuss the flaws in left
Dec 5, 2023 • 1:26:40
TPB63 - Using Bitcoin Around the World with The Bitcoin Explorers
"Bitcoin is the most powerful tool to protect human rights and financial freedom all over the world." My guests today are Laura and Rikki, aka the Bitcoin Explorers. In addition to their work through the Bitcoin Explorers, where they travel the world reporting on Bitcoin adoption, Laura is a graphic designer and social media manager and Rikki is an activist and host of the Bitcoin Italia podcast. In this episode we discuss their travels promoting Bitcoin adoption and peer-to-peer use cases aro
Nov 28, 2023 • 1:35:26
TPB62 - Why Bitcoin Matters for Gen Z with Ella Hough & Arsh Molu
"Gen Z...recognize the problems, but it just comes down to how they can be equipped." - Arsh My guests today are Ella Hough and Arsh Molu. Ella is a junior at Cornell University’s College of Arts and Sciences, pursuing degrees in Cognitive Science, Information Science and Business, studying the dynamics of Bitcoin’s diffusion through society, and Project Lead for Generation Bitcoin, a community of high school and college students inspring the younger generation to learn about bitcoin. Arsh works
Nov 21, 2023 • 1:11:22
TPB61 - Bitcoin's Political Landscape with Dennis Porter and Jason Brett
"If you want to see a world where the US is a leader on Bitcoin...you need to be engaged in the process." - Dennis Porter My guests today are Dennis Porter and Jason Brett. Dennis is the CEO & Co-Founder of Satoshi Action Fund and the President & Founder of Satoshi Action Educate, non-profits focused on building policy and education for lawmakers and regulators on Bitcoin & Proof-of-Work mining. Jason is a former FDIC Capital Markets Regulator during the 2008-2009 Global Financial Crisis, a poli
Nov 14, 2023 • 1:19:39
TPB60 - How Bitcoin Benefits Workers with Dom Bei and Lisa Hough
"If you really care about fixing problems, you really have to take a look at these solutions like Bitcoin." My guests today are Lisa Hough and Dom Bei. Lisa is a former natural gas trader and currently serves as the VP of Strategic Relationships at Custodia Bank. Dom is a proud fire fighter, former President of the Santa Monica Fire Fighters, and Founder of Proof of Workforce, a non-profit helping workers, unions, and businesses with education-based Bitcoin adoption. Lisa also serves on the boar
Nov 7, 2023 • 1:21:05
TPB59 - Nostr: The Everything App of Freedom with Ben Arc & Rabble
"The history of social change shows us that it's not fear that leads to better situations. It's Hope." - Rabble My guests today are Ben Arc and Rabble. Ben is a FOSS (free and open source software) hobbyist and activist, founder of LNbits, bitcoin/lightning software and hardware builder, and creator of one of the first twitter clones utilizing the nostr protocol. Evan “Rabble” Henshaw-Plath is a social media pioneer, Jack Dorsey's former boss at Odeo (where they worked together on code that woul
Oct 31, 2023 • 1:45:48
TPB58 - Bitcoin's Bullish Case for Humanity with Alex Gladstein
"Bitcoin has tremendous promise to penetrate some of the inertia and perpetual suffering we see in the world." My guest today is Alex Gladstein. Alex is Chief Strategy Officer at the Human Rights Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit which promotes and protect democracy & human rights around the world, with a focus on authoritarian regimes. He is the author of "Check Your Financial Privelege" and his latest book "Hidden Repression: How the IMF and World Bank Sell Exploitation as Development." In this
Oct 24, 2023 • 1:13:34
TPB57 - What the Left Should Know About Money with Lyn Alden
"I think the Left probably has a bigger disconnect on money than we see elsewhere." My guest today is Lyn Alden. Lyn is a macroeconomist, author, and founder of Lyn Alden Investment Strategy. Far from a niche libertarian curiosity, Lyn compellingly frames bitcoin as aligning with progressive values of financial inclusion, human rights, environmental sustainability and transparency. By tracing the evolution of monetary systems, she builds a thoughtful bipartisan case for why progressives should
Oct 17, 2023 • 1:15:03
TPB56 - Bitcoin as a Progressive Force for Good with Bradley Rettler
My guest today is Bradley Rettler. Bradley is an Associate Professor of Philosophy at the University of Wyoming and a member of the research collective Resistance Money alongside Andrew Bailey and Craig Warmke. In this episode we discuss how Bitcoin connects to progressive values like privacy, freedom, economic justice and inclusion. We also discuss Bitcoin's potential for marginalized groups, protesting authoritarian regimes, campaign finance reform, reproductive rights, philosophy, critical th
Oct 10, 2023 • 1:30:06
TPB55 - Bitcoin in a Nuanced and Complex World with Mike Brock
My guest today is Mike Brock, CEO of TBD, (a part of Block), which focuses on building open source, decentralized technologies. In this wide-ranging conversation, Mike discusses Bitcoin's relationship to politics, culture, and decentralization. He argues against simplistic views of Bitcoin as an all-encompassing solution and for nuance over maximalism. We discuss Bitcoin as a tool, the risks of centralization, using Bitcoin to advance liberal democracy and human freedom, romantics v skeptics, an
Oct 3, 2023 • 1:56:18
TPB54 - Financial Alternatives for Marginalized Communities
My guest today is Ian Gaines. Ian is the Government Relations Assistant Director for The Consortium of Social Science Associations (COSSA) in Washington D.C. COSSA is a nonprofit advocacy organization working to promote and advance the social and behavioral sciences in federal policymaking. Ian has worked with Black Bitcoin Billionaires, Bitcoin Policy Institute, and is co-authoring a book, writing a chapter focusing on economic empowerment. Needless to say, he has played a huge part in a lot of
Sep 26, 2023 • 1:34:34
TPB53 - The History and Transformation of El Salvador with Gerson Martinez
Today I am joined by Gerson Martinez, Chief Strategy Officer at Volcano Energy. Gerson, who’s family immigrated from El Salvador to the United States, shares how Bitcoin is transforming safety, remittances, education, and financial sovereignty in El Salvador. We discuss the history of El Salvdaor and misconceptions about El Salvador perpetuated in Western media and advocate for amplifying local Salvadorian voices. Gerson also talks Bitcoin mining, nonprofit work, Bitcoin Beach, and why time with
Sep 19, 2023 • 1:22:36
TPB52 - The Power of Bitcoin Education in Africa with Anita Posch
Today I am joined by Anita Posch. Anita is a renowned Bitcoin educator, author, and founder of Bitcoin for Fairness, a non-profit initiative raising awareness and understanding of Bitcoin for people in emerging countries and for disadvantaged communities. Anita also has a new online platform we discuss, “Crack the Orange,” A scholarship program for aspiring educators and builders in the Global South to foster knowledge and boost Bitcoin adoption. In addition to all these things she’s been busy
Sep 12, 2023 • 1:21:03
TPB51 - Using Your Voice to Amplify Stories of Perseverance with Ayelen Osorio
Today we are joined by Ayelen Osorio. Ayelen is a human rights/financial freedom advocate and shares stories, interviews, and writings on this through her newsletter “Notes from the Margin.” Ayelen brings fresh and much needed perspective and stories to the bitcoin and financial freedom space, focusing on marginalized communities and freedom. In her own words, “I believe that within marginalized communities exists an enormous untapped potential – that when unleashed through economic and financia
Sep 5, 2023 • 1:23:08
TPB50 - Using Bitcoin to Transform Your Community with Justin Rhedrick
Today we are joined by Justin Rhedrick, aka Bitcoin Vegan. Justin is an author, has been involved with education projects with Black Bitcoin Billionaires, and is the co-founder and Executive Director of Bitcoin Transformation Community, a nonprofit focused on education, advocacy and workforce development, with a particular focus on going into US correctional facilities to identify and educate people incarcerated to develop the skills necessary to work within the bitcoin ecosystem upon release.
Aug 29, 2023 • 1:09:50
TPB49 - Bitcoin as a Tool for Human Rights with Farida Nabourema
Today we are joined by Farida Nabourema, citizen of Togo and human rights and pro-democracy activist. We discuss the history of Togo, authoritarian regimes, the CFA Franc colonial currency used in Togo and other African states, the human rights movement, bitcoin, activism, women’s rights, and more. Farida has been one of my favorite guests, because through her advocacy, work, and brilliance in speaking and writing, she is showing the world the importance of resistance and pro-democracy movements
Aug 22, 2023 • 1:26:34
TPB48 - Bitcoin's Role as a Tool for Financial Inclusion
Today we are joined by Taimur Ahmad, who focuses on Energy, Macro/Finance and Geopolitics and is a recent graduate of Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies at Stanford University. We discuss progressive ideas in bitcoin, bitcoin as ultimate financial inclusion, community and movement building and what bitcoin does–and doesn’t–fix. Taimur is very thoughtful in his approach to these very nuanced topics and takes care to look at all angles. Be sure to check out Taimur’s writings at h
Aug 15, 2023 • 1:22:20
TPB47 - Embracing Creative Ideas in Times of Crisis with Governor David Paterson
Today we are joined by former Governor of New York, David Paterson. Governor Paterson is an American politician and member of the Democratic Party who was the 55th governor of New York, succeeding Eliot Spitzer and serving out nearly three years of Spitzer’s term from March 2008 to the end of 2010 following Spitzer’s resignation. Governor Paterson has made history as the first legally blind governor in the nation, and the first African American Governor of New York. I was most interested in havi
Aug 8, 2023 • 1:29:26
TPB46 - Reimagining Progressive Values through Bitcoin with Jason Maier
Today we are joined by Jason Maier, High School Math teacher and author of "A Progressive's Case for Bitcoin". We get into his book, imagining a different system and way of thinking about things, speaking to progressives about bitcoin and his journey as a life-long learner and educator, and more. I think Jason has written one of the best introductory books on Bitcoin that can engage anyone, but especially those from the political left. He does incredible work educating people about bitcoin and h
Aug 1, 2023 • 1:18:04
TPB45 - Nostr, Freedom and Community with Marce Romero
Today we are joined by Marce Romero who is a marketing professional and journalist from The Nostr Report. While this show is focused on bitcoin, one of my favorite things to talk about is Nostr, with its emphasis on decentralized, censorship-resistant communications. It is already shaking up the landscape of social media, and that’s just the beginning. We discussed nostr, journalism and freedom globally, privilege in western nations, bitcoin adoption, the politicization of things, and more. T
Jul 25, 2023 • 1:24:41
TPB44 - The Fight for Freedom and Sovereignty with Jameson Lopp
Today we are joined by Jameson Lopp - privacy expert, technologist, cypherpunk, co-founder and CTO of Casa, and more. Jameson is a guru in all things privacy and building tools that empower individuals. This was a rich conversation about privacy, self-sovereignty, Jameson's experience disappearing into ultimate privacy after a swatting experience, the future of technologies like bitcoin, nostr, and more. I think these types of conversations are really important for folks to begin to understand,
Jul 18, 2023 • 1:29:47
TPB43 - Progressive Values on a Bitcoin Standard with Margot Paez
Today we are joined by Margot Paez, climate change physicist and fellow at the Bitcoin Policy Institute. Margot has a lot of wisdom on politics of the left, the occupy movement, journalism, freedom, doing the right thing in life, bitcoin and the environment and so much more. As one of the orginal core members of progressives in bitcoin, Margot remembers when this podcast first started and was an integral part of encouraging and support The Progressive Bitcoiner. This one is for the progressive b
Jul 11, 2023 • 1:29:32
TPB42 - The Search for Truth with Peter McCormack
The Search for Truth | Peter McCormack | The Progressive Bitcoiner Ep.42 Today we are joined by Peter McCormack, host of the What Bitcoin Did Podcast, Chairmen of Real Bedford FC, and great supporter of The Progressive Bitcoiner and the movement to diversify voices and perspectives in Bitcoin. He also wrote the forward to Jason Maier's new book "A Progressive's Case for Bitcoin." You can purchase Jason's book here, https://bit.ly/3XuEcyV, using promo code TPB for 10% off the book. https://whatb
Jul 5, 2023 • 1:03:32
TPB41 - Reclaim Your Health and Life with Dr. Mark Stephany
Reclaim Your Health & Your Life | Mark Stephany | The Progressive Bitcoiner Today we are joined by Mark Stephany, author of SOVEREIGN HEALTH: Reclaim Your Health and Your Life and former host of this podcast. You can purchase Mark’s book here: https://www.amazon.com/SOVEREIGN-HEALTH-Reclaim-Your-Health/dp/B0BT6ZRPHL Mark Stephany: https://twitter.com/Mark_MNLocal Trey Walsh: https://twitter.com/ktreywalsh SPONSOR: Get $50 off the purchase of a miner using the following link: https://app.sazmin
Jul 2, 2023 • 1:13:44
Relaunch Intro
The Progressive Bitcoiner is back, with new host Trey Walsh. www.theprogressivebitcoiner.com https://twitter.com/progressivebtcr nostr: npub1fpcd25q2zg09rp65fglxuhp0acws5qlphpg88un7mdcskygdvgyqfv4sld This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit progressivebitcoiner.substack.com
Jun 25, 2023 • 4:22
The Last Episode – with Climate Scientist, Dr. Sergio Sejas
My guest today is climate scientist Dr. Sergio Sejas. Sergio received his doctorate in meteorology from Florida State University and is currently working at NASA Langley Research Center. Sergio does climate research on polar warming, global warming, and Earth's energy budget. We cover: Sergio's research: negative greenhouse effect, earth's energy budget What does the average climate activist/denialist get wrong about climate change? Why does a transition from fossil fuels to RE make sense? In
Dec 12, 2022 • 1:05:10
You May Never Need Health Insurance Again with Andy Schoonover of Crowd Health
My guest today Andy Schoonover. Andy is Co-Founder and CEO of Crowd health, a community-based means of paying for healthcare. We cover: Andy's reason for starting Crowd Health The problems with traditional health insurance What are the limitations of the model? Who might not be the ideal customer? The community focus of Crowd Health Incentivizing healthy behaviors within the communities How Bitcoin is integrated into the service https://www.joincrowdhealth.com/ @SchoonoverAndy This is a publi
Nov 20, 2022 • 1:00:57
More than Nothing to Hide: Bitcoin & Privacy with Lili
My guest today is Lili from Foundation Devices, where she serves as Head of Business Development. Lili is a privacy advocate and expert in Bitcoin privacy best practices. We cover: Why she cares about privacy in the first place The areas of privacy that concern her the most in Bitcoin How do we build systems that are inherently private Why strong UI/UX is essential for privacy tools Tornado Cash What it was like to leave the corporate world. https://twitter.com/Marketsbylili https://theprogr
Oct 16, 2022 • 48:56
Does Bitcoin Change your Politics with Brady Swenson
My guest today is Brady Swenson, head of marketing and education at Swan Bitcoin. Brady brings a unique perspective to the conversation, having grown up in a politically active Democratic family. We cover: Growing up in a Democratic family and how Bitcoin fits into his politics When the family doesn't align on Bitcoin Did his political views and values change after learning more about Bitcoin What does a Bitcoin future look like Need a new hardware wallet, check out Bitbox! https://shiftcrypt
Oct 2, 2022 • 50:34
Twitter Spaces with Abe Cambridge of Sun Exchange
This was a Twitter Spaces with Abe Cambridge. We covered lots of topics and took some fantastic questions from the audience. https://thesunexchange.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit progressivebitcoiner.substack.com
Sep 21, 2022 • 1:07:23
Bitcoin, Death, & Rock 'n Roll
Something new for today's episode! Myself and our audio extraordinaire, Tom Maxwell, sit down for a wide-ranging discussion: Tom's life in music How has medicine affected Mark's worldview What sacrifices would you be willing to make to ensure the survival of Bitcoin? Libertarian Socialism/Anarchism Capitalism is PoS What’s the biggest belief that you no longer hold that was most transformed by Bitcoin? Dream guests for the podcast Do you think we’ll see Bitcoin on par with or overtaking the US
Sep 9, 2022 • 1:14:26
Bitcoin and a New System for Change with Scott Wolfe
My guest today is Scott Wolfe. Scott is the Executive Director at the Canadian Association of Community Health Centres and Global Coordinator at IFCHC. He has been a lifelong advocate for health and social policy for historically marginalized communities. Scott views Bitcoin as a new system by which to address many social justice issues. We cover: Scott's work in health advocacy and policy His Bitcoin journey Bitcoin as a new system for social justice Concerns with the "progressive movement."
Aug 23, 2022 • 1:02:08
Bitcoin is an Answer for Progressive Values with Jason Maier.
My guest today is Jason Maier. Jason is a secondary school math teacher, who after learning about Bitcoin, realized its potential for aiding in progressive values. He is writing a book entitled A Progressive's Case for Bitcoin whose Kickstarter has already met its goal! But ongoing donations will go toward the audio version – donate below! We cover: Jason's journey into Bitcoin and why mathematics helped establish his conviction. Why is he writing a book about the progressive case for Bitcoin T
Aug 15, 2022 • 55:13
Acting On Climate Change – Now! with Daniel Batten
My guest today is Daniel Batten. Daniel is an entrepreneur, coach, ClimateTech VC, and author. He is a lifelong environmental advocate who has lent an objective eye to Bitcoin’s environmental impact. Daniel has researched and written extensively on Bitcoin mining and shares his insights during this amazing episode. We discuss: His professional life as a coach to leaders and tech entrepreneurs The lessons he has learned during his entrepreneurial career Being open to all ideas His long history
Aug 9, 2022 • 1:12:39
Being a Climate Activist and Bitcoiner with Merissa Coello
My guest today is Merissa Coello. Merissa has her Masters in Geography from UCSB and her undergrad in environmental engineering. As a lifelong environmental advocate addressing climate change has been her personal and professional goal. Despite discouragement from her academic advisors, Merissa remains a passionate advocate for Bitcoin’s potential to address the climate crisis. We cover: Merissa's decision to Master out of her Ph.D. program What her advisors think about Bitcoin Why Bitcoin is i
Aug 2, 2022 • 37:18
From Bernie to Bitcoin with Logan Bolinger
My guest today is Logan Bolinger. Logan, is an attorney and prolific writer on Bitcoin. He has been a welcomed voice in the space as he draws from his experience as an attorney and Bernie Sanders supporter, as well as his Master's degree in English literature. We cover: Why Logan wrote a letter to his new daughter about Bitcoin His Bitcoin journey from Bernie Sanders supporter to Bitcoin Bitcoin as a new system for change Bitcoin versus crypto and the big question of unregistered securities h
Jul 26, 2022 • 53:54
New York's PoW Bill, Degrowth and the Value of Bitcoin with Margot Paez
My guest today is Margot Paez. Margot Paez is a PhD candidate in the civil engineering department at Georgia Institute of Technology. She has an MS in physics from GT and works on climate change statistical-based modeling, primarily in relation to water resources. She is also a Fellow at the Bitcoin Policy Institute. Over the past few years, her focus has turned to Bitcoin and how it can help foster a renewable energy renaissance. We cover: New York's bill to ban proof of work Degrowth and Bit
Jul 19, 2022 • 1:40:02
Bitcoin Mining at Bitcoin Lake Guatemala with Dr Patrick Melder
My guest today is Dr. Patrick Melder, surgeon and founder of Bitcoin Lake in Guatemala. Inspired by Bitcoin Beach in El Salvador, Bitcoin Lake wants to educate the local community on the various benefits and possibilities of Bitcoin and the lightning network. His current focus is Bitcoin mining with biomass from local wastewater facilities. We cover: Leaving the surgical profession The origins of Bitcoin Lake How the indigenous people have responded to the project Wastewater management and Bit
Jul 12, 2022 • 54:03
Climate Change, Inequality and the Manipulation of Money with Jeff Booth
My guest today is entrepreneur and author of "The Price of Tomorrow," Jeff Booth. Jeff has been featured in Forbes, TechCrunch, Inc.com, The Globe and Mail, BNN, Fast Company, Entrepreneur, Bloomberg, TIME, and The Wall Street Journal. In 2015, he was named BC Technology Industry Association’s (BCTIA) Person of the Year, and in 2016 Goldman Sachs named him among its 100 Most Intriguing Entrepreneurs. We cover: Lessons from entrepreneurship The connection between inflation and inequality Is the
Jul 5, 2022 • 56:23
Bitcoin, Conservation and Reducing Gold's Monetary Premium with Gilles Buck
My guest today is Gilles Buck, teacher and founder of the Bitcoin Nature Fund, a 501(c)3 nonprofit charity dedicated to habitat restoration, conservation and rewilding. A lifelong environmentalist and educator, he believes that Bitcoin can be leveraged to improve conservation and reform the environmental movement. This is our first sponsored episode! We are incredibly grateful to partner with the Sun Exchange. With Sun Exchange, you can easily earn Bitcoin and make a positive impact on the plane
Jul 1, 2022 • 1:04:00
Turning a Fossil Fuel World Into a Silicon World with Abe Cambridge
My guest today is Sun Exchange Founder and CEO, Abe Cambridge. Sun Exchange identifies schools, businesses, and organizations that want to go solar and allows platform users to earn Bitcoin from leasing this solar power. We cover: Abe's background in climate science and his interest in Bitcoin Why Abe started Sun Exchange The Nhimbe Fresh solar project Silicon & Solar + Silicon & Bitcoin The problems faced by the energy infrastructure in Africa What is needed for a global energy transition h
Jun 24, 2022 • 46:16
Bitcoin in Africa and Doing More Than Hodl'ing with Anita Posch
My guest today is Anita Posch. Anita is a Bitcoin advocate, educator, podcaster, author, and the founder of Bitcoin for Fairness. Bitcoin for Fairness is a non-profit initiative raising knowledge and understanding of Bitcoin for people in emerging countries and for disadvantaged people. We cover: Her current travels in Africa; Bitcoin in Africa. What property of Bitcoin resonates the most with people she has met? Why is Anita doing this work? Is it important to do more than hodl? Miss Aura's Bi
Jun 14, 2022 • 40:49
Reviving Century-Old Renewable Technology and Bitcoin Mining with Nathaniel Harmon
Today's guest is Nathaniel Harmon. Nathaniel received an M.S. in Marine Geology and Geochemistry from the University of Hawai‘i Manoa. Having been involved with Bitcoin since 2013 he has incredible insights into what Bitcoin means for progressive values. He also is pioneering the use of Bitcoin mining and OTEC technology with his new venture OceanBit. We cover: Nathaniel's Bitcoin journey The history of the Mora et al paper and what it got wrong What do environmentalists miss regarding Bitcoin?
Jun 6, 2022 • 1:05:37
Misinformation and How to Frame Bitcoin with Matthew Facciani
My guest today is Dr. Matthew Facciani, who is an expert in misinformation. He is a postdoctoral researcher at Vanderbilt University in the Medicine, Health, and Society department. His forthcoming book, Misguided: Where Misinformation starts, how it spreads, and what to do about it, will be published in 2022. We cover: What is misinformation and how does it differ from disinformation? Demographics susceptible to misinformation How to counteract misinformation How to frame Bitcoin for progress
May 31, 2022 • 57:38
Flipping the Switch on Renewables and Bitcoin Mining with Ali Chehrehsaz and Nima Tabatabai
My guests today are solar energy experts Ali Chehrehsaz and Nima Tabatabai of Optimize Infrastructure. We cover: Why can’t we just switch to RE tomorrow? Solar value deflation and curtailment Why is Bitcoin a unique solution to the problems of solar energy? Do we still need BTC mining if we have batteries? Overbuilding and capital incentives A call to action https://www.linkedin.com/in/nima-tabatabai/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/alichehrehsaz/ https://optimizeinfrastructure.com/ https://thepro
May 23, 2022 • 1:27:06
Human Rights and the Progressive Case for Bitcoin with Alex Gladstein
My guest today is Alex Gladstein. Alex is the Chief Strategy Officer at the Human Rights Foundation and has served as the Vice President of Strategy for the Oslo Freedom Forum. Since 2018 Alex has served as the key voice for the intersection between Bitcoin and human rights. We cover: Why Alex was drawn to working in human rights The mission of the Human Rights Foundation Why he was initially skeptical of Bitcoin Bitcoin's governance as a foundational layer to build on Can Bitcoin democratize t
May 16, 2022 • 56:44
Bringing Bitcoin to the US Senate with Bryan Solstin
My guest today is Bryan Solstin, a software developer and aerospace propulsion engineer who is running for US Senate for the state of Washington. He is running primarily on a platform supporting Bitcoin and STEM. We cover: His journey away from hierarchical religion How two books influenced Bryan to pursue meditation and ultimately Bitcoin Complexity and the political process How to build consensus How he defines being a "social liberal" US Debt, housing prices, and homelessness Bitcoin is the
May 12, 2022 • 43:12
The Ethical Case for Bitcoin with Pete Rizzo
My guest today is prominent Bitcoin journalist, Pete Rizzo. We focus on his Forbes article from 2021 that makes the ethical case for Bitcoin compared to other cryptocurrencies. We cover: Why Pete has focused his career on Bitcoin Comparing his experience with reporting on Bitcoin versus other journalists What rights does Bitcoin grants its users? Alternatives to Bitcoin recreating the current system of financialization Why should the Left care about Bitcoin? @pete_rizzo_ https://www.forbes.c
May 2, 2022 • 1:04:43
Inclusion and Bitcoin Adoption with Mandy Campbell and Sarah Satoshi
Today's episode is with guests Mandy Campbell and Sarah Satoshi. Through Okcoin and Ladies in Bitcoin, respectively, they are focused on fostering inclusion in Bitcoin adoption. We cover: Their paths into Bitcoin Ladies in Bitcoin Okcoin's "Crypto for All" Why women should learn more about Bitcoin. How does Bitcoin empower women toward financial independence? Role models @SatoshiSarah @mandyzcamp https://blog.okcoin.com/2022/03/07/our-commitment-to-crypto-for-all/ https://www.bitcoinladies.
Apr 26, 2022 • 48:08
Bitcoin and US National Security with Matthew Pines
Today's guest is US National Security expert and Bitcoin Policy Institute Fellow, Matthew Pines. We cover: What is the Bitcoin Policy Institute? Why is Matthew focused on Bitcoin? Can Bitcoin support US economic growth and energy innovation? Stability of USD reserve status Freezing gold versus Bitcoin transactions Why is Bitcoin better for the US than gold or a bancor? How effective are sanctions and would any efficacy be compromised by Bitcoin? What kind of conflict would Bitcoin reduce versu
Apr 19, 2022 • 1:57:10
Unbanked & Deplatformed in Adult Entertainment with Allie Rae
My guest today is Allie Rae who has started the adult content platform Wetspace. We cover: Her career as a NICU nurse Why she needed to leave her career as a nurse Life as an adult content creator OnlyFans deplatforming Losing access to banking Her experience with the CumRocket token The Wetspace adult content platform https://wetspace.com/ https://snipfeed.co/theallierae @theallierae https://theprogressivebitcoiner.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with othe
Apr 11, 2022 • 36:09
Surfing, Addiction, and Bitcoin in South Africa with Bitcoin Ekasi
Today's episode is with Hermann Vivier and Senior surfing coach, Luthando. Together, Hermann and Luthando are bringing surfing to their local township while also promoting Bitcoin adoption in the community. We cover: The connection between surfing and Bitcoin The mindset of an addict and Bitcoin The goals of Bitcoin Ekasi What Bitcoin means for Luthando and his community Luthando's hope for Bitcoin and the future of his friends and family. https://bitcoin-bay.org/ https://theprogressivebitcoi
Apr 6, 2022 • 49:34
The Bitcoin FAQ with Bradley Rettler
Today's episode is with philosophy professor and prolific Bitcoin writer, Bradley Rettler. We go through as many of the frequently asked questions regarding Bitcoin as we can in a nearly 3 hour marathon. This is definitely one to share with friends and family! We cover: How to view Bitcoin? What is Bitcoin? Who was Satoshi Nakamoto? Was the Bitcoin distribution fair? Is Bitcoin for criminals? Is Bitcoin backed by anything? What kind of asset is Bitcoin? Is Bitcoin a currency? Why is Bitcoin so
Mar 29, 2022 • 2:29:59
Satoshi is Ethiopian with Kal Kassa
Today's episode is with Kal Kassa, founder of Bitcoin Birr. He sees Bitcoin as foundational for empowering the people of Ethiopia. We cover: Inflation and stores of wealth in Ethiopia The failure of financial aid in Africa and the failure of Cardano Why is Bitcoin for everyone? Satoshi is Ethiopian https://github.com/BitcoinBirr https://hoseki.app/ https://twitter.com/kalkassa https://theprogressivebitcoiner.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subsc
Mar 14, 2022 • 34:42
Bitcoin as an Apex Predator with Bitcoin Vegan
Today's episode is with author and entrepreneur Justin Rhedrick aka Bitcoin Vegan. We talk about how going to prison was also a means for finding purpose. What stopped him from going back Why the Orca is an apex predator How Bitcoin changed him and his goals for working in the space From Bars to Bitcoin Bitcoin Vegan https://theprogressivebitcoiner.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit progressivebitcoin
Mar 7, 2022 • 26:21
Why Bitcoin is the Most Progressive Force in Decades with Avik Roy
Today's guest is the founder of The Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity, Avik Roy. Mr Roy makes the case that Bitcoin can help maintain America’s economic leadership as well as be a valuable force for helping those most susceptible to inflation. We discuss: Does Bitcoin begin to bring the Right and Left together? Why Bitcoin is a progressive force for good. CBDCs and privacy Could Bitcoin erode state power Health care policy https://freopp.org/ https://twitter.com/Avik https://theprog
Feb 28, 2022 • 1:05:52
Rev Wendy Hamilton Takes on Washington
Today's episode is with Rev Wendy Hamilton who is running for Congress to represent the District of Columbia. She is also pro Bitcoin. We cover: Her ministerial work and helping with Andrew Yang's campaign D.C. Statehood Bitcoin and economic justice Jesus' views on money and debt https://www.revwendyforcongress.com/ https://theprogressivebitcoiner.com/ https://twitter.com/progressivebtcr This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bo
Feb 21, 2022 • 52:07
Black Banking and Bitcoin with Jon Logan
Today's conversation is with Jon Logan, Co-Founder of Bank Black USA and a 20 plus year veteran of the NYC Fire Department. We cover: The history of Black banking Why Bitcoin is a part of the plan for financial freedom for Black America His vision for Bitcoin and Black America Jon Logan https://bankblackusa.org/ The Color of Money History of the Black Dollar https://theprogressivebitcoiner.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access
Feb 12, 2022 • 1:10:14
Bitcoin Behind the Veil with Craig Warmke
Today's episode is with Assistant Professor of Philosophy, Craig Warmke. We examine his recent paper Bitcoin Behind the Veil (see link below). Looking at Bitcoin from behind the veil of ignorance allows us to minimize our biases and evaluate Bitcoin from a more objective position to see if it is a money you, the world would desire. Craig Warmke Bitcoin Behind the Veil Bitcoin Alchemy by Andrew Bailey Resistance Money book This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other su
Feb 3, 2022 • 49:05
Fighting for Financial Literacy and Bitcoin with Aarika Rhodes
Today's episode is with elementary school teacher Aarika Rhodes who is running for CA 32nd Congressional District in 2022 for the Democratic Pary. We cover: Aarika's upbringing and development of resilience Her platform including Democracy Dollars and UBI Progressive values and Bitcoin How best to teach Bitcoin https://www.aarikaforcongress.com/ https://theprogressivebitcoiner.com/ https://twitter.com/progressivebtcr This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other sub
Jan 25, 2022 • 53:12
Bitcoin, Philosophy and Greening Bitcoin with Incentive Offsets
I sat down with philosophers Troy Cross and Andrew Bailey to discuss various philosophical questions that intersect with Bitcoin. We also address their new paper that proposes a way to invest in bitcoin without contributing, even slightly, to unsustainable bitcoin mining. We cover: - The use of philosophy in today's world - Emotion and reason - Collectivism and individualism - Framing Bitcoin's environmental impact - Greening Bitcoin with incentive offsets https://www.resistance.money/green/ Tr
Jan 15, 2022 • 1:31:38
Is Bitcoin Political? with Mark Goodwin
In today's episode I talk with musician, writer and "reformed environmental vegan" Mark Goodwin. We cover: The transition from environmental vegan to Bitcoin environmental vegan Is Bitcoin political? Hint: No...maybe? Petro-dollar complicity Reluctantly agreeing with Ted Cruz Bitcoin, behavior change and sobriety https://markgoodw.in/ The Pin Project https://theprogressivebitcoiner.com/ @progressivebtcr This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get a
Jan 5, 2022 • 1:47:45
Progressive Values and Bitcoin with Nicole Dobrow
Today's episode is a discussion with social worker and prominent voice in the progressive focused Bitcoin community, Nicole Dobrow. We cover: Why progressives are hesitant about Bitcoin Bitcoin and financial inclusion Self-soverignty and women's rights Nicole's articles: The Progressive Case for Bitcoin https://theprogressivebitcoiner.com/ @progressivebtcr This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit progressivebitcoi
Dec 29, 2021 • 51:19
Bitcoin and the Black Experience with Dawdu M. Amantanah
Today's episode is a discussion with author and content creator Dawdu about the intersection of Bitcoin and Black America. https://www.iamdawdu.com/ https://theprogressivebitcoiner.com/ @progressivebtcr This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit progressivebitcoiner.substack.com
Dec 23, 2021 • 53:45
Bitcoin and the Black Experience with Dawdu M. Amantanah
Today's episode is a discussion with author and content creator Dawdu about the intersections with Bitcoin and Black America.
Dec 21, 2021 • 53:43
Bitcoin and the Black Experience with Dawdu M. Amantanah
Today's episode is a dicussion with author and content creator Dawdu about the intersections with Bitcoin and Black America.
Dec 21, 2021 • 53:43
