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Firefighters explore economics, finance, & the most important monetary technology of the 21st century—Bitcoin. Why it’s important. Its future implications. How this protocol & network functions. The reason it matters within your investment portfolio.

BCB155: JAMES CHECK — The Calm Before The Storm

Dan & Josh are joined by James Check (Checkmate) for an On-Chain update.  We are happy to report that Bitcoin has a clean bill of health and is set for the bull market to resume! WE COVER: CheckonChain All Quiet on the Bitcoin front Onchain Analysis  Bitcoin Cucks Gold  Ethereum Basket Case Trust in Trustless money BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN PODCAST DISCLAIMER HERE  Watch video of this chat on YouTube here ITEMS MENTIONED Check On Chain (CheckonChain.com) SHOW SPONSORS: SWAN — The place we choose

Jun 7, 2024 • 1:11:17

BCB154: STEVEN LUBKA — Trojan Horse Penetration

Dan & Josh are back together for a ROWDY ROMP with the legendary Steven Lubka (Managing Director, Head of Private Clients & Family Offices at Swan Bitcoin). WE COVER: How big an impact is the halving? The fiscal debt predicament  Constraints to US Gov’t power  Dealing with scams  The unfolding Samourai Wallet case Bitcoin as a Trojan horse Making consensus changes on Bitcoin BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN PODCAST DISCLAIMER HERE  Watch video of this chat on YouTube here SHOW SPONSORS: SWAN — The p

May 19, 2024 • 1:22:36

BCB153: DAX & E of SeedHammer — Privacy, Paranoia & Hammered Steel

Josh sits down with Dax and E from SeedHammer to discuss cold storage backups.  There is never a better time to understand how to protect your sats far into the future than now.  We explain the basics of Multi-Sig, the wallet configuration file, and the slow surveillance creep in all aspects of life.  We also discuss the future of Multi-Sig solutions.   WE COVER: Multi-Sig backups  Wallet Configuration File backups The slow creep of the surveillance state 3D printing sex toys Trust Minimization

Apr 28, 2024 • 1:04:41

BCB152: MORGEN ROCHARD — Planning For Generational Wealth

This conversation with Morgen Rochard delves into financial planning for Bitcoin investors, emphasizing long-term strategies over short-term trading to match Bitcoin investments with long-term liabilities. It covers diverse aspects like windfall management, diversification, and risk tolerance, stressing the importance of using tools such as tax loss harvesting to optimize tax implications. Additionally, Morgen and Josh highlight the need for personal reflection and informed decision-making, caut

Apr 12, 2024 • 1:08:11

BCB151: JESSE MYERS (Croesus) — Bullish Predictions & Wealth Protection

Josh & Dan are joined by Jesse Myers. Jesse is now the COO of Bitcoin Asset Management Platform Onramp. In this hour these three cover best practices for protecting large sums of real Bitcoin, and they also unpack potentially bullish headwinds surrounding current Bitcoin market dynamics. THIS EPISODE EXPLORES... Why Dan & Josh are basically Navy Seals What self custody has to do with Firefighter RIT Training Mult-Institutional Custody Bitcoin redefining how humans custody assets How the

Mar 31, 2024 • 1:25:25

BCB150: JOHN HAAR — Wall Street Has Arrived...Now What??

John Haar, Managing Director of Swan Private, joins Dan and Josh for a wide-ranging discussion about the current market dynamics in Bitcoin. John worked for 13 years at Goldman Sachs in the asset management division, so he is well-versed in market dynamics and how Wall Street functions. WE COVER: FOMO in the current market Who is buying the ETF? Knowing what you don’t know is wisdom Opportunity in ignorance Mechanics of OTC desks Is Microstrategy a buy, hold, or sell? Mining Stock underperforman

Mar 18, 2024 • 1:15:08

BCB149_FRED KRUEGER: ETF vs. Absolute Scarcity

Stanford math Ph.D., former Wall Street Prop Trader, and tech startup guru Fred Krueger joins Josh & Dan to discuss the magnitude and flows behind the new Bitcoin ETFs. WE COVER: Reflexivity in Bitcoin Bitcoin as a Socioeconomic Phenomena  The End of the 4-Year Cycle? Ethereum ETF? Bitcoin Supply and Demand Why There Is No Fair Price For Bitcoin Fred’s Bearish Case For Bitcoin BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN PODCAST DISCLAIMER HERE  Watch video of this chat on YouTube here ITEMS MENTIONED: The Bogle Ef

Mar 4, 2024 • 1:13:38

BCB148_DAZ B & SEB BUNNEY: Girth > Length

Daz and Seb make a triumphant return to the BCB studio. This is an open-ended rip session where nothing is off-limits.  The conversation inevitably leads to Bitcoin. WE COVER: The Problem with Real Estate for the Middle Class Self Actualization Sidelined Cash May Can Be Costly Overleveraging Yourself Is NOT Prudent Money WILL NOT Make You Happy ETF Bullishness Dunking On Permabears Girth Matters BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN PODCAST DISCLAIMER HERE  Watch video of this chat on YouTube here ITEMS MENTIONE

Feb 22, 2024 • 1:15:20

BCB147_MITCH ASKEW: Bullish on Bitcoin & Masculinity

Head Analyst from Blockware Solutions Mitchell Askew makes a stop by BCB to explore bullish Bitcoin developments, masculinity, Christianity & more. WE COVER: Ski Trips & Semen Retention Why Higher Education Can Be A Bad Return on Investment El Salvador vs The United States How Bitcoin changes global conflict The current state of Nostr Why everyone has an ideology Getting BULLTARDED BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN PODCAST DISCLAIMER HERE  Watch video of this chat on YouTube here ITEMS MENTIONED: Blo

Feb 14, 2024 • 1:10:37

BCB146_MICHAEL DUNWORTH: An Anchor For The Digital Age

Josh & Dan are joined by Michael Dunworth (co-founder of Wyre) for a cosmic romp full of energy and humor. These three explore a wide variety of topics, including why Bitcoin may serve as THE anchor for identity and security issues in the digital age. WE COVER: The passage of time  Why is the digital world frying our brains? What Nicola Tesla would have thought about Bitcoin Why numbers are like species   LLMs, quantum mechanics, transhumanism, and neuro link Bitcoin as an anchor for the dig

Feb 6, 2024 • 1:11:25

BCB145_NVK: Bitcoin Doesn't Care What You Think

NVK, the CEO and co-founder of Coinkite/Coldcard, teams up with Dan and Josh for an in-depth conversation about the latest advancements and technological innovations in and around Bitcoin. Additionally, they delve into why this groundbreaking protocol remains indifferent to public opinion. WE COVER: CTV (BIP 119) Self-custody best practices NVK’s take on Ordinals Lightning Network’s limitations Seed XOR What’s new at Coinkite? BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN PODCAST DISCLAIMER HERE  Watch video of this cha

Jan 30, 2024 • 1:04:15

BCB144: LYN ALDEN: Why The Bitcoin ETF May Be Overblown

Lyn Alden joins Dan and Josh for a discussion about the newly released Bitcoin ETFs. She also sheds light on some of the subtleties of the traditional financial market.  As is always the case with Lyn, she makes the esoteric so approachable that even firemen can understand it. WE COVER: The Bitcoin ETF’s Lyn’s Portfolio Construction Fiscal dominance Repo and Reverse Repo  Stage 5 clingers Broken Money Why POW is SO important BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN PODCAST DISCLAIMER HERE  Watch video of this chat

Jan 20, 2024 • 1:25:09

BCB143_SEB BUNNEY: The Hidden Cost of Money

Josh & Dan are joined by Seb Bunney, author of the outstanding new book The Hidden Cost of Money. This is Seb’s 11th time on the show, and each time he’s a WEALTH of knowledge and wisdom. WE COVER: How fiat harms the average human Why Bitcoin is a crocodile  Lessons from monetary history Coffee poops The slippery slope to authoritarianism Dangers of free-floating societal anxiety Resisting extremes BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN PODCAST DISCLAIMER HERE  Watch video of this chat on YouTube here ITEMS M

Jan 13, 2024 • 1:25:50

BCB142_CHRISTIAN KEROLES: Bitcoin Without Permission

Christian Keroles joins Josh and Dan to discuss his shift from Bitcoin Magazine to the Human Rights Foundation, emphasizing Bitcoin's role in enhancing human rights by providing financial freedom.  We discuss the confusion surrounding Ordinals in Bitcoin and, above all, why keeping Bitcoin permissionless is imperative. WE COVER: HRF and Bitcoin a perfect match Working at a Bitcoin company Ordinals, Inscriptions, & BRC-20 Permissionlessness In Bitcoin Getting BULLISH BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN PODC

Jan 6, 2024 • 1:36:01

BCB141_PETER DUNWORTH: Planning For $10 Million Bitcoin

Peter Dunworth of BTC Adviser joins Josh & Dan to discuss shark attacks, estate & inheritance planning, and CRAZY potential Bitcoin valuations. WE COVER: Being stalked by a Great White Shark WHY is Bitcoin so unique & so valuable? What problems is Bitcoin solving as money? Bitcoin estate, tax & inheritance planning Self custody, multisig & collaborative custody BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN PODCAST DISCLAIMER HERE  Watch video of this chat on YouTube here ITEMS MENTIONED: ITEMS MENTIO

Dec 30, 2023 • 1:09:10

BCB140_ZUBY: Upending Wokeness

Dan and Josh are joined by Zuby.  Zuby is a rapper and podcaster, famous for his outspoken opinions about the state of the world. In this rip, these three discuss how the world became “woke” and what can be done about it.   WE COVER: What is woke, and how did it happen? Cancel Culture Zuby’s take on Bitcoin Can Men be Women?! Huge Bulges Optimism and Mindset The Myth of Overnight Success BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN PODCAST DISCLAIMER HERE  Watch video of this chat on YouTube here ITEMS MENTIONED: ITEMS

Dec 24, 2023 • 1:17:03

BCB139_SAM CALLAHAN: The Missing Recession

Sam Callahan, Lead analyst at Swan Bitcoin, joins Josh & Dan to explore current macro headwinds and potentially bullish Bitcoin dynamics. WE COVER: A Bitcoin Love story Broadening your perspective Where’s the Recession? Finding good financial & economic data Elizabeth Warren & the Digital Asset Money Laundering Act Bitcoin Nation State Adoption Bullish Bitcoin talk, ETFs Swan Institutional BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN PODCAST DISCLAIMER HERE  Watch video of this chat on YouTube here ITEMS ME

Dec 16, 2023 • 1:36:06

BCB138_JOHN HAAR: Wall Street Bitcoin FOMO Incoming?

Former Goldman Sachs Vice President and current Swan Private Managing Director John Haar joins us for an illuminating take on Wall Street.  We discuss Wall Street’s changing views on Bitcoin and what that means for this cycle – Bullish! WE COVER: Wall Street's changing tune Lessons from Goldman Sachs The scams and collapses badly hurt Bitcoin’s reputation in 2022 Wall Street is resistant to change Trust the Experts? Decadent Parties/Wall Street Opulence HUGE tailwinds for Bitcoin in the next cou

Dec 9, 2023 • 1:21:35

BCB137_BTC SESSIONS: UTXOs, Human Rights & Self Custody

The extremely articulate & intelligent BTC Sessions (Ben) joins Dan & Josh for a fun and substantive chat about UTXO management, self custody, human rights & more. WE COVER: Ben’s work with human rights activists & The Human Right Foundation The Canadian Trucker protests, Bitcoin’s involvement, and Ben’s takeaways UTXO management Self Custody best practices Multisig tips Bubble Baths Bitcoin Underwear BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN PODCAST DISCLAIMER HERE  Watch video of this chat on YouTu

Dec 3, 2023 • 1:32:59

BCB136_ERIK CASON: Bitcoin Liberation, Empowering Sovereignty In A Digital World

Erik Cason joins the BCB crew for a delightful romp! Erik has a philosophical bent that really appeals to us. Erik does not shy away from controversial ideas, which Dan & Josh feel is vitally important as they seek to overturn every rock in the pursuit of truth.   WE COVER: Anarchy is NOT what your think Why is “Crypto” camouflage for Bitcoin The journey from Socialism to Anarchy How Bitcoin could disintermediate states Degen Stories Erik’s Militia Civil War Satoshi’s Legacy BLUE COLLAR BIT

Nov 26, 2023 • 1:28:49

BCB135_Surviving The Bull Market

Dan and Josh have a jam session focussing on surviving the BULL Market.  This is the advice we wish we were given when we were new to the space in 2017.   WE COVER: Education is KEY Nobody knows what is going to happen Self Custody Low Time Preference Mexican Vacations and shitting in the woods Buying assets not liabilities Privacy The out of shape bell curve Trading is like Masterbating BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN PODCAST DISCLAIMER HERE  Watch video of this chat on YouTube here ITEMS MENTIONED: Broke

Nov 19, 2023 • 1:20:34

BCB134_ANDY SCHOONOVER: Fiscal & Physical Health

Andy Schoonover (CEO of Crowdhealth) joins Dan and Josh for a chat about how f**ked the healthcare system is and what needs to be done to fix it. Andy is a serial entrepreneur, this is his 3rd startup, and he is gunning for the healthcare behemoths. WE COVER: How did healthcare get so f**ked Opacity in healthcare is systemic Pricing absurdity Distrust in the system The Man in the Arena Ice Baths Habits for good health BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN PODCAST DISCLAIMER HERE  Watch video of this chat on YouT

Nov 12, 2023 • 1:06:55

BCB133_SAIFEDEAN AMMOUS: Austrian Economics & Brutal Takedowns

Saifedean Ammous (Economist & author of the best selling & seminal book The Bitcoin Standard) lets it rip with Dan & Josh. Gloves are off in this one, and Saif riffs on a variety of interesting & hilarious topics. WE COVER: What really is “science”?  Austrian vs. Keynesian economics How useful is macroeconomic analysis in today’s fiat environment? How did Saif survive in a university setting? What skill sets will be marketable in future decades? Sh*tcoins & Ethereum Bitcoin’s

Nov 4, 2023 • 1:32:58

BCB132_LUKE GROMEN: Back To The Future with Neutral Reserve Assets

Luke Gromen (founder of FFTT LLC) joins Josh & Dan to discuss the current macro environment and where the current trajectory could take us.  Luke founded FFTT in 2014 with one goal in mind – to connect the dots between his in-depth analytical work with historical perspectives to help his clients' investment process and improve their outcomes. He’s brilliant, and it shows in this 1.5 hour discussion. WE COVER: Gold & Bitcoin ETF manipulation Position Sizing The Debt Spiral Unwind The impo

Oct 28, 2023 • 1:30:49

BCB131_DANNY KNOWLES: Bittersweet Bitcoin ETF

Danny Knowles (executive producer and co-interviewer on What Bitcoin Did) joins Josh & Dan to explore the pros, and more specifically the cons, of a looming Bitcoin ETF. What does an ETF mean for price? What does it mean for digital freedom & sovereignty? WE COVER: The next phase of Bitcoin adoption Unexpected fire alarms Opportunistic Bitcoin politicians Inflationary vs. Deflationary money American obesity Behind the scenes of What Bitcoin Did BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN PODCAST DISCLAIMER HER

Oct 21, 2023 • 1:16:33

Basics_10: How Bitcoin COULD Fail

Bitcoin Basics Series Episode 10. Daz Bea, Seb Bunney, Dan & Josh steelman Bitcoin by taking the other side of the argument and presenting some real issues Bitcoin could face. Full Bitcoin Basics Series here BCB Pod disclaimer here Watch video of this chat on YouTube here WE COVER: Deflationary money COULD be bad in some aspects Stretching ourselves WITHOUT tearing ourselves The Dollar’s Network effect is STRONG Nation State bans could be crippling Technical Challenges 51% Attack Incentive P

Oct 13, 2023 • 1:36:20

BCB129_DOM BEI: Bitcoin Empowering The Everyday Earner

Fellow firefighter, the legend Dom Bei, joins Josh & Dan to explore Bitcoin’s significance for average folks and everyday earners. They also chat about Proof of Workforce, a non-profit Dom has started to assist workers, unions, and businesses with Bitcoin adoption & education. WE COVER: Cocaine pinkies  Calling people “bud” Why is Bitcoin important for wage earners? Explaining Bitcoin at the firehouse Proof of Workforce Pacific Bitcoin Festival BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN PODCAST DISCLAIMER HER

Oct 4, 2023 • 1:21:10

BCB128_TIM NIEMEYER: History Echoes Bitcoin

Tim Niemeyer — Author of History Echoes Bitcoin — joins Josh and Dan for a stimulating discussion about the characteristics of Bitcoin in the context of history.  These characteristics have been with us into antiquity, Tim has highlighted some of the most relevant in his book. WE COVER: The Iroquois Confederacy Getting Drunk at a Wedding Communism V Capitalism Incentive’s Rule the World History Echoes Bitcoin BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN PODCAST DISCLAIMER HERE  Watch video of this chat on YouTube here

Sep 24, 2023 • 1:01:41

BCB127_AMERICAN HODL: Wisdom For Surviving The Bear

AMERICAN HODL was born to come on Blue Collar Bitcoin. This week he fulfills his destiny. Josh, Dan & HODL explore a wide variety of topics, from surviving bear markets to drivechains to Bitcoin vulnerabilities. WE COVER: Why you should reproduce Drivechains & sidechains Cancel culture & Trump September 11 and the years since Handling the Bitcoin highs & Lows Passing money on to your children How HODL thinks Bitcoin could be vulnerable BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN PODCAST DISCLAIMER HERE

Sep 16, 2023 • 1:20:36

BCB126_JASON MAIER: Why The Left & Right Can Agree On Bitcoin

Jason Maier — author of A Progressive’s Case for Bitcoin — joins Dan & Josh for a discussion about bringing Bitcoin to a wider audience.  In a world filled with animosity towards opposing perspectives, it’s important to have an open mind and actually LISTEN to other viewpoints. WE COVER: Why we ALL want better money Meatheaded Competitions A Progressive’s Case for Bitcoin Get out of your Political Bubble Green Energy/Bitcoin & Progressives Bitcoin is not Inevitable BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN P

Sep 9, 2023 • 1:12:31

BCB125_STEVEN LUBKA: Is Bitcoin An Inflation Hedge?

Steven Lubka, Head of Private Clients & Family Offices at Swan Bitcoin, unpacks the loaded and often misunderstood phenomena of inflation and whether or not Bitcoin truly serves as protection against it. WE COVER: Common inflation misconceptions What Bitcoin does and doesn’t protect against. The pitfalls of command & control economies Bitcoin and high net work individuals Sunning your balls BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN PODCAST DISCLAIMER HERE  Watch video of this chat on YouTube here ITEMS MENTI

Sep 2, 2023 • 1:26:17

Basics_09: Bitcoin Misconceptions & FUD Busting

Bitcoin Basics Series Episode 9. Daz Bea, Seb Bunney, Dan & Josh discuss the misconceptions and FUD surrounding Bitcoin  Full Bitcoin Basics Series here BCB Pod disclaimer here Watch video of this chat on YouTube here WE COVER: Will the government ban Bitcoin? Does Bitcoin have intrinsic value? Does Bitcoin waste energy? Will another cryptocurrency supplant Bitcoin? Is Bitcoin better than stuffing cash in someone's bra? Is Bitcoin too Volatile? Is Bitcoin a Ponzi? RESOURCE PICKS: Daz &

Aug 27, 2023 • 1:30:48

BCB123_JAMES LAVISH: Where’s The Recession?

Hedge fund manager, CFA & macro analyst James Lavish stops by BCB to discuss recession dynamics, competition with the dollar, the sovereign debt spiral & more. WE COVER: Big Game Fishing Where’s The Recession? QE, monetary policy & “money printing” Bitcoin as a Reserve Asset, USD Hegemony, BRICS Rising  US Credit Rating Downgrade BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN PODCAST DISCLAIMER HERE  Watch video of this chat on YouTube here ITEMS MENTIONED: The Informationist Newsletter by James Lavish The Ma

Aug 19, 2023 • 1:18:45

BCB122_ALEX BUSAROV: Hashing At Home

Alex Busarov joins Dan and Josh for a discussion about efficient use of energy and Bitcoin mining at home. Alex is the founder and CEO of Heatbit and has spearheaded the development of the Heatbit Mini – a Bitcoin miner that heats a room, purifies the air, and most importantly, mines Bitcoin in a plug and play manner. WE COVER: Alex is Elon’s Doppelganger Entrepreneurship Mining at Home Democratizing Bitcoin Mining Engineering Warm Toilet Seats Building Compute into Appliances BLUE COLLAR BITCO

Aug 12, 2023 • 55:06

BCB121_JOE CARLASARE: Macro Insights & Legal Hurdles

Josh & Dan speak with one of the most well-rounded Bitcoiners on the planet — the always mind-stretching Joe Carlasare. Joe is a commercial litigator by trade who possesses an impressive depth & breadth of knowledge across numerous disciplines, from economics & financial markets to politics & philosophy. A multiple times repeat guest and one of Dan & Josh’s favorite people to speak with. WE COVER: Stoicism Recession and unemployment Corporate interest costs BlackRock ETF - Ho

Aug 5, 2023 • 1:46:04

BCB120_AUSTIN HERBERT: Orange Pilling Is Hard, Fitness Doesn’t Need To Be

Austin Herbert (Open Source Fitness) joins Dan and Josh for a discussion about orange pilling and fitness.  Austin previously worked for Bitcoin Magazine and was a producer for Mark Moss. Austin is also a lifelong fitness advocate, he has created Open Source Fitness to help people get in shape. WE COVER: Austin’s Background Why Orange Pilling is so Hard Incepting Bitcoin Why Fitness doesn’t have to be difficult The 4 pillars of Fitness Camel Toe Ego Day Drinking on a Boat BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN PO

Jul 30, 2023 • 1:22:25

Basics_08: Lightning Network, Layered Money & Bitcoin Scaling

Bitcoin Basics Series Episode 8. Daz Bea, Seb Bunney, Dan & Josh cover the Bitcoin Lightning Network and the importance of a layered approach to Bitcoin scaling. Full Bitcoin Basics Series here BCB Pod disclaimer here Watch video of this chat on YouTube here WE COVER: Why are protocols & monetary systems layered? Why is Bitcoin an upgrade to payment systems? What is the Lightning Network & how does it work? What other layers exist on and around Bitcoin? Flicking beads RESOURCE PICKS

Jul 22, 2023 • 1:36:45

BCB118_TUUR DEMEESTER: Bitcoin as an Early Retirement Bet

Tuur Demeester (Founder of Adamant Research) joins Dan and Josh for an enlightening discussion about Bitcoin’s past and potential future. Tuur has been recommending investment in Bitcoin since 2011, and his research is second to none.  We discuss his latest piece “How to Position for the Bitcoin Boom”--We HIGHLY recommend you read it. WE COVER: Tuur’s Background  Bitcoin’s potential Trajectory Tuur called $1 million Bitcoin in 2013 The Blocksize Wars and Hurdles to come Bitcoin is BUYING the pro

Jul 15, 2023 • 1:29:29

BCB117_MAURICIO DI BARTOLOMEO: BlackRock ETF & The Next Phase of Bitcoin

Mauricio Di Bartolomeo (co-founder & CSO of Ledn) stops by for another round of BCB to explore the implications (pros & cons) of a potential BlackRock Bitcoin ETF and numerous other topics pertaining to the next phase of institutional Bitcoin adoption. WE COVER: The pros & cons of a potential BlackRock Bitcoin ETF/Trust Bitcoin regulatory landscape in the US & outside the US Jerome Powell & Bitcoin What place does banking have in Bitcoin? How SHOULD borrowing and lending be d

Jul 8, 2023 • 1:40:21

Basics_07: Bitcoin NOT Crypto

Bitcoin Basics Series Episode 7. In this chat Daz, Seb, Dan & Josh discuss the difference between Bitcoin and “Crypto”.  There is a MASSIVE gulf between the two, which is underappreciated by most.  We are here to set the record straight and protect new entrants from the ponzi schemes that are prevalent in crypto.   Full Bitcoin Basics Series here BCB Pod disclaimer here Watch video of this chat on YouTube here WE COVER: Our Shitcoin Backgrounds Altcoin Diversity is not risk management Altcoins a

Jul 1, 2023 • 1:29:39

BCB115_HARRY SUDOCK: High On Hash & Ruining Parties

Josh & Dan are joined by Harry Sudock, Chief Strategy Officer at GRIID.  Harry is one of our favorite guests, he has a vast knowledge of the Bitcoin mining space, possesses a GREAT sense of humor, a booming voice, and is a Sci-Fi aficionado–Perfect! WE COVER: Sci-Fi nerding Bitcoin’s Foundational Properties The Significance of Miner Extracted Value The MASSIVE Hash Rate Increase Regulatory Hurdles How to RUIN a Party BLUE COLLAR BITCOIN PODCAST DISCLAIMER HERE  Watch video of this chat on YouTu

Jun 24, 2023 • 1:22:52

BCB114_MATT PINES: Bitcoin Blind Spots & Alien Probabilities

Josh & Dan are joined by Matt Pines (a cybersecurity & geostrategic intelligence consultant as well as a National Security Fellow at the Bitcoin Policy Institute) to discuss potential threats to Bitcoin as well as the current landscape & probabilities surrounding UAPs and crash retrieval programs. WE COVER: Threats to Bitcoin and ways in which it might be captured Bitcoin’s role in a more multipolar future The significance of the recent UAP (UFO) whistleblower – David Grusch The probabilities su

Jun 17, 2023 • 1:53:58

BCB113_JESSE MYERS (Croesus): Number Go Up.

Jesse Myers, aka Croesus (Stanford MBA, prolific author, and COO of Onramp Bitcoin) stops by BCB for a 3rd time to explore Bitcoin’s full valuation potential and the unignorable “number go up” mechanics behind this remarkable protocol. WE COVER: How much value could Bitcoin accrue? How important are the halvings moving forward? Sovereign debt dynamics and the fiscal rock & a hard place The consequences of chorizo & steak tacos BCB Pod disclaimer here Watch video of this chat on YouTube here ITE

Jun 10, 2023 • 1:41:43

BCB112_Ordinals, RFK Jr., Splicing, Ark & A.I. (Bitcoin 2023 Recap w/ Chris Alaimo & Dom Bei)

Josh & Dan are joined by Chris Alaimo and Dom Bei to discuss some of the most interesting talks from Bitcoin 2023.  We give the wizards a second chance, learn about some INCREDIBLE second layer developments with Ark and Splicing, then turn the guns to RFK Jr’s speech, and finish with our thoughts on AI development in the context of Bitcoin. Talks we focus on in the episode: —The Great Ordinal Debate —The Ark Announcement —Splicing on Lightning (Timestamp 3:57- 4:16) —RFK Jr. Keynote —Will A.I. D

Jun 3, 2023 • 1:10:41

Basics_06: Bitcoin Self Custody (How to Protect Your Bitcoin)

Bitcoin Basics Series Episode 6. In this chat, Josh, Dan, Seb & Daz dive into Bitcoin Self Custody – the groundbreaking importance of this feature as well as practical steps on how to protect your Bitcoin. Full Bitcoin Basics Series here BCB Pod disclaimer here Watch video of this chat on YouTube here WE COVER: Why is Bitcoin self custody so groundbreaking? Where to buy Bitcoin KYC vs non-KYC Bitcoin Protecting private keys UTXO management Wallets (aka signing devices) Collaborative custody & mu

May 27, 2023 • 1:46:00

BCB110_ERIK HERSMAN: Powering Africa’s Future—Bitcoin as a Solution to the African Energy Problem

Erik Hersman, CEO of Gridless, joins Josh and Dan to discuss how Bitcoin mining can improve Africa. Erik is a serial entrepreneur who has founded and led several successful companies, including iHub and BRCK. He is now the CEO of Gridless, a company that is using Bitcoin mining to improve access to electricity in rural Africa. In this conversation, Erik discusses the challenges of providing electricity to rural Africa and how Bitcoin mining can help to address these challenges. This is an import

May 20, 2023 • 1:13:20

BCB109_BRADY SWENSON: Bitcoin & The Narrative War—The Bipartisan Solution to Fiat Dysfunction.

Josh & Dan sit down with legendary Bitcoin podcaster and co-founder of Swan Bitcoin, Brady Swenson. These 3 discuss the importance of the narrative war surrounding Bitcoin, as well as why foundational and empowering protocols like Bitcoin are fundamentally bipartisan.  Other topics covered include: Fiat dysfunction & BTC to the rescue How to Buy Bitcoin & dollar cost averaging Bitcoin not crypto Swan Bitcoin’s long list of badass products Dan’s phallus on a trading card BCB Pod disclaimer here

May 13, 2023 • 1:28:34

BCB_Freelance: JON STOKES: Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Jon Stokes joins Josh and Dan for a discussion about Artificial Intelligence.  A.I. has recently made rapid advancements, the spirit of this discussion is to better understand this technology and its implications for the world. Jon was the co-founder of Ars Technica and is a prolific writer on the topic of artificial intelligence.  Jon has a bachelors in computer science from Louisiana State, and 2 advanced degrees from Harvard.   BCB Pod disclaimer here Watch video of this chat on YouTube here

May 6, 2023 • 1:23:19

Basics_05: How Bitcoin Works (Proof of Work & Mining)

Bitcoin Basics Series Episode 5. In this chat Daz, Seb, Dan & Josh dive into the mechanics of HOW Bitcoin mining works, and why it is so fundamental to the protocol. Proof of Work is the centerpiece to merging the physical and digital world. This is part 5 of a multipart series. Full Bitcoin Basics Series here BCB Pod disclaimer here Watch video of this chat on YouTube here Time Stamps: 03:00 - Intro chat 07:20 - Internet dog scams & the future of internet security 15:05 - What is Bitcoin Mining

Apr 30, 2023 • 1:42:05

BCB106_DAVID BAILEY: Avoiding Virtue Signals, Breaking Up GBTC & Finding a Lover

David Bailey is the co-founder and chief executive officer of BTC Inc. David is an industry leader and evangelist for the decentralized future. David joins Dan and Josh for a thoughtful exploration of tax avoidance, Bitcoiner sensitivity, the GBTC scam, and finding your next lover at the Bitcoin Conference.   BCB Pod disclaimer here Watch video of this chat on YouTube here ITEMS MENTIONED: Atlas Shrugged  Puerto Rican Tax Advantages The Bitcoin Conference (code BCB23 for 10% off) SHOW SPONSORS:

Apr 23, 2023 • 1:22:07

BCB105: PRESTON PYSH: Navigating Economic Turbulence, Fragile Bonds & The Rise of AI

Preston Pysh, co-founder of The Investor’s Podcast Network, stops by BCB Pod for the 3rd time to chop it up with Josh & Dan on a variety of subjects, including 2023 Bitcoin projections, increasing global economic fragility, aliens, artificial intelligence, the ideological impacts of Bitcoin, and the Bible. BCB Pod disclaimer here Watch video of this chat on YouTube here ITEMS MENTIONED: Bond Calculator Preston Used The Investor’s Podcast “The Bible Tells Me So” by Pete Enns The Bible For Normal

Apr 16, 2023 • 1:43:24

BCB104: JOE CONSORTI: Recession, Real Estate, Banks & Left Nipples (Macro Update)

Joe Consorti stops by BCB for a macro update covering possible looming recession, the state of commercial real estate, the banking crisis, credit markets, Bitcoin’s place amidst the mayhem, and left nipples. BCB Pod disclaimer here Watch video of this chat on YouTube here ITEMS MENTIONED: The Bitcoin Layer SHOW SPONSORS: BITCOIN 2023: promo code “BCB23” for 10% off tickets. May 18-20, 2023. We’ll be there! Join us for the world’s largest gathering of bitcoiners as we celebrate another year of p

Apr 9, 2023 • 1:14:45

BCB103_DOM BEI: Work For The HARDEST Money.

Dan and Josh are joined by Dom Bei. Dom is a Fire Captain at Santa Monica FD and former Union President of local 1109. Dom was recently the host at the Strongest Firefighter contest at The Arnold, and is working on his stand up comedy chops.  Dom has recently released an article titled “Proof of Workforce” which is linked below. BCB Pod disclaimer here Watch video of this chat on YouTube here WE COVER: Firefighting Financial Literacy Counterparty Risk Our Feelings Protecting the Middle Class Pen

Apr 2, 2023 • 1:14:01

BCB102_YAN PRITZKER: Free Markets, Liberty & Sound Money

Dan and Josh are joined By Yan Pritzker, Co-Founder and CTO of Swan Bitcoin. Yan spent the last twenty years as a software developer and entrepreneur focusing on tech startups. Yan is the author of the book Inventing Bitcoin, the best technical book for Bitcoin beginners in our view. BCB Pod disclaimer here Watch video of this chat on YouTube here WE COVER: Current Banking Problems Fiat Games Socialism/Communism & The Soviet Union Targeted Orange Pilling Bitcoin is for terrorists  Bitcoin Tech

Mar 26, 2023 • 1:09:34

Basics_04: How Bitcoin Works (A Distributed Ledger)

Bitcoin Basics Series Episode 4. In this chat Daz, Seb, Dan & Josh dive into the mechanics of HOW the Bitcoin protocol & network function. They unpack what problems Bitcoin solves and the manner in which it solves them. This is part 4 of a multipart series. Full Bitcoin Basics Series here BCB Pod disclaimer here Watch video of this chat on YouTube here WE COVER: What problems did Bitcoin solve & how does it solve them? Distributed ledgers & decentralization Security through math, cryptography &

Mar 18, 2023 • 1:32:52

BCB100_BRANDON QUITTEM: Bitcoin is a LIVING Organism (and a sewer rat)

Brandon Quittem, Head of Marketing at Swan Personal joins Dan and Josh for a wide ranging, and downright cosmic discussion.   Procreating Bitcoin and Energy Pioneer Species Mycelium The 4th Turning Viking bad behavior Kardashev civilizations BCB Pod DISCLAIMER here Watch VIDEO of this chat on YouTube here SHOW SPONSORS: BITCOIN 2023: promo code “BCB23” for 10% off tickets. May 18-20, 2023. We’ll be there! Join us for the world’s largest gathering of bitcoiners as we celebrate another year of pr

Mar 12, 2023 • 1:32:39

BCB099_CK SNARKS & CHRIS ALAIMO: NOSTR, Ordinals & Bitcoin 2023 Preview

CK Snarks & Chris Alaimo of Bitcoin Magazine stop by BCB to unpack nostr, ordinals, compounding decentralization, new developments on Bitcoin, and the upcoming Bitcoin 2023 Conference in Miami. BCB Pod DISCLAIMER here Watch VIDEO of this chat on YouTube here SHOW SPONSORS: BITCOIN 2023: promo code “BCB23” for 10% off tickets. May 18-20, 2023. We’ll be there! Join us for the world’s largest gathering of bitcoiners as we celebrate another year of progress towards hyperbitcoinization. Visit b.tc/co

Mar 4, 2023 • 1:18:32

BCB098_LARRY LEPARD & GREG FOSS: Bitcoin For Boomers

Greg Foss and Lawrence Lepard join Josh and Dan for an uncensored rip!  We always appreciate Greg and Larry. Their willingness to give us their unfiltered opinions is a breath of fresh air!  This discussion centers around explaining Bitcoin & the current macroeconomic environment to our parents' generation, while ripping apart some public figures who seem disingenuous in their appraisal of this asset. WE COVER: Bitcoin explanation for boomers Foss getting cliffed out on skis Lepard’s hatred for

Feb 25, 2023 • 1:41:40

BCB097_TROY CROSS: Learning HOW to Think

Philosophy professor Troy Cross (PhD) joins Josh & Dan on a meandering discussion centering on HOW we should think. These 3 explore religion, Christianity, orthodoxy, as well as both the wonders and perils of the “Bitcoin community.” Troy is a professor of philosophy and humanities at Reed College; previous to that he held positions at Yale and Oxford. WE COVER: Religion, Christianity & open inquiry,  The intellectual journey & resisting dogmatism Death & Life The fiat treadmill Socialism Artifi

Feb 18, 2023 • 1:37:19

Basics_03: What Constitutes Good Money?

Bitcoin Basics Series Episode 3. In this episode we examine what constitutes good money, examining monetary history with an eye on what produces the ultimate money–Bitcoin. We draw a contrast between hyperinflated and sound money, as well as unpack what monetary tools are most prone to work in the digital age. Josh & Dan are joined throughout this series by Seb Bunney and DazBea of Looking Glass Education. **Error in the intro** - the Bitcoin 2023 Conference Promo code is "BCB23" (not BCB) FULL

Feb 11, 2023 • 1:32:52

BCB095_MATT PINES: Aliens, Geopolitics & Bitcoin

Matt Pines, a cybersecurity and geostrategic intelligence consultant and a National Security Fellow at the Bitcoin Policy Institute, sits down with Josh & Dan to discuss the current geopolitical environment and Bitcoins potential involvement in the friction. WE COVER: China, Russia & current global tensions Dollar and UST vulnerability The role of Bitcoin within today’s geopolitical environment  Aliens and Unidentified Aerial Phenomena  ITEMS MENTIONED  Expectation Value by Matt Pines  “The Fut

Feb 2, 2023 • 1:24:15

BCB094_RYAN MACLEOD: The Nuclear Renaissance

Ryan MacLeod is a Nuclear Laboratory Technologist at Canadian Nuclear Laboratories.  Ryan joins Josh and Dan to discuss how nuclear energy is the cleanest and most logical power producer for the future, as well as how nuclear energy and Bitcoin complement each other. WE COVER: Nuclear Risks and Safety concerns Why Dan and Josh are basically MDs Nuclear waste disposal Small modular reactors How Bitcoin and Nuclear Energy compliment Nuclear Fusion ITEMS MENTIONED  Paper Ryan Macleod spearheaded –

Jan 25, 2023 • 1:09:25

Basics_02: Monetary History & The Rise of Bitcoin

Part 2 of the Bitcoin Basics Series — a popcorn style chat centering around monetary history and where Bitcoin fits in. Daz & Seb from LookingGlass Education join Dan & Josh throughout this series. FULL BITCOIN BASICS SERIES HERE WE COVER: The origins and history of money The shortcomings of our current monetary system  What solutions does Bitcoin present? WANT MORE? HERE ARE FURTHER RESOURCES REGARDING THIS TOPIC: Daz’s pick —  When Money Dies by Adam Fergusson Seb’s pick —  Debt: The First 5,

Jan 17, 2023 • 1:31:33

BCB092_NVK: Why Dumb Protocols Dominate

NVK stops by for his 3rd round on Blue Collar Bitcoin. NVK, Josh & Dan revisit the storied golden dildo, then compose themselves and dig deep and get into the substance: Protecting your Bitcoin The Core Dev “hack” Crypto Clown Land FTX and the political aftermath NOSTR Dumb Networks Coinkite developments Large Pickles ITEMS MENTIONED: Bitcoin Review Podcast w/ NVK NOSTR  Dumb Networks Are Better (Andreas Antonopoulous) ColdCard Setup Guide BTC Sessions SHOW SPONSORS: BITCOIN 2023: promo code “

Jan 10, 2023 • 1:06:12

BCB091_LYN ALDEN: Strong Opinions Held Loosely, Bitcoin Held Tightly

Lyn Alden stops by for take 2 on Blue Collar Bitcoin. Lyn, Josh & Dan hit a wide array of topics, including the current macro environment, the debt problems that plague modern fiat economies, and where BTC might enter the fray.   Random things about Lyn Alden Recession incoming? The long-term fiscal spiral Bitcoin buying opportunity? GBTC, Mining Stocks Why the World's money is broken  Viable risks for Bitcoin ITEMS MENTIONED: LynAlden.com  “The Problems With DeFi & Crypto” by Lyn Alden  “The W

Jan 4, 2023 • 1:37:54

BCB090_CHECKMATE: Bitcoin Stands Alone (Ethereum vs. BTC)

James Check (aka Checkmate), on-chain analyst from Glassnode, joins Josh and Dan to talk about the complicated knots Ethereum has drawn itself into, Bitcoin bear market, and Bitcoin’s blind spots. WE COVER: Kite Surfing and Football (Soccer) TA and On-Chain Analytics Current Bear Market location Ethereum–its issues after the Merge How Stablecoins affect Ether Steelmanning Bitcoin Checkmate fully divested of Eth ITEMS MENTIONED: Checkmate’s “Why the Ethereum merge is a monumental blunder” Lyn Al

Dec 26, 2022 • 1:31:37

BCB089_JEFF GERSON: Bitcoin Entrepreneurship

Jeff Gerson, CEO of Capital Logistics, spends an hour with Josh & Dan to discuss Bitcoin in business, the entrepreneurial path, and current economic conditions. WE COVER: Incorporating Bitcoin in business Stacking BTC on the company balance sheet The entrepreneurial journey The challenges of orange pilling during a bear market Current state of the economy & shipping industry $150k loads of cherries ITEMS MENTIONED: Capital Logistics  The Bitcoin Standard  SHOW SPONSORS: **CAPITAL LOGISTICS** —

Dec 19, 2022 • 1:12:09

Basics_01: Intro to Bitcoin

Bitcoin Basics Series Episode 1. This chat is an introduction to a multipart series (out roughly once a month) where the fundamentals of Bitcoin are explored in laid back, conversational, round table type style. Josh & Dan will be joined throughout this series by Seb Bunney and DazBea of Looking Glass Education. FULL BITCOIN BASICS SERIES HERE WE COVER: Daz, Seb, Josh, Dan backstories The significance of the Bitcoin protocol How & why Bitcoin realigns broken incentives in the world What is money

Dec 13, 2022 • 1:29:29

BCB087_MATT HILL: Taking Back Digital Sovereignty

Matt Hill, CEO of Start9 Labs, does a deep dive into what’s gone wrong in the digital age, why the conventional computing model is broken, and what needs to be done to fix it.   WE COVER: Opting out of the 3rd party computing paradigm What’s wrong with today’s internet  Bitcoin as the bedrock of digital freedom & privacy What’s being built at Start9 Labs w/ Embassy and why it’s important Running your own personal server The importance of Bitcoin nodes   ITEMS MENTIONED: Start9 Labs  Atlas Shrug

Dec 8, 2022 • 1:45:09

BCB086_CK SNARKS: You Aren’t Bullish Enough.

CK_Snarks (Christian Keroles), Journalist and General Manager at Bitcoin Magazine joins Dan and Josh to explain why you simply aren’t bullish enough on Bitcoin. WE COVER: Bear Market Comparison Testicles on the Bitcoin Bull in Miami A Rational Bitcoin Allocation Bitcoin Conference 2023 Why Mining and Energy are Entirely Overlooked Bitcoin Education has MASSIVELY improved! ITEMS MENTIONED: Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Conference Looking Glass Education Bitcoin TINA Andreas Antonopoulous SHOW SPONSO

Dec 2, 2022 • 1:09:01

BCB085_WILL REEVES: The Subtle Art of Stacking Sats

Will Reeves, CEO & Cofounder of Fold, stops in to discuss the seemingly simple yet often elusive art of stacking sats.   WE COVER: Cheat codes for stacking more sats Is this bear market different from the ones before it? What makes Fold different, and why they are built to survive bear markets The lightning network & the future of the payments industry   ITEMS MENTIONED: Fold Guide to getting BTC rewards while paying your mortgage   SHOW SPONSORS:   **COINKITE**—Makers or the best Bitcoin secu

Nov 25, 2022 • 1:12:35

BCB084_KLIPPSTEN & BEI: FTX, Crypto Contagion, & Rescuing a Swan

Cory Klippsten and Dom Bei join Josh and Dan for a rousing discussion ranging from a daring rescue on the beach to the FTX fallout and beyond.   WE COVER: The FTX/Alameda fallout The Pacific Bitcoin Rescue Protecting your Bitcoin The Pacific Bitcoin Conference Swan Premium for FIre/Police/Military (swan.com/fire) ITEMS MENTIONED: Swan Premium FREE for First Responders and Military Bride to Bridge Podcast  Pacific Bitcoin SHOW SPONSORS: **CROWDHEALTH BTC**—Harness the Power of Bitcoin + Health

Nov 19, 2022 • 1:12:37

BCB083_ANDY SCHOONOVER: Bitcoin Fixes Healthcare

Andy Schoonover, CEO of CrowdHealth, stops by BCB for an enlightening chat regarding the dysfunction of the modern healthcare system and Bitcoin’s role in rectifying wayward incentives.   WE COVER: Reflections on the current Bitcoin bear market Why healthcare system is so broken How CrowdHealth works to completely rewire incentives in healthcare What role Bitcoin can play in paying for healthcare   ITEMS MENTIONED: CrowdHealth Bitcoin Product  CrowdHealth Main Product (use code “BLUE” for speci

Nov 10, 2022 • 1:12:34

BCB082_SAMSON MOW: Nation State Orange Pilling

Samson Mow, CEO of both Jan3 and Pixelmatic, joins Josh & Dan to discuss orange pilling nation states and the likelihood of hyperbitcoinization. WE COVER: Nation State Adoption and Jan3 Commodity Stablecoins The Route of Hyperbitcoinization CBDCs Samson’s Experience Living in China Current State of Volcano Bonds Liquid Network in Video Games (Infinite Fleet) ITEMS MENTIONED: Jan3 Pixelmatic  Infinite Fleet  Samson Bitcoin Magazine Article  SHOW SPONSORS: **CROWDHEALTH BTC**—Leverage the Power

Nov 4, 2022 • 1:06:39

BCB081_CORY KLIPPSTEN: Accelerating Bitcoin Adoption

Cory Klippsten, CEO of Swan Bitcoin, makes his second stop on BCB to share some laughs and explore his deep conviction in Bitcoin's significance.   WE COVER: Why Bitcoin is destined to dominate over "crypto" Bitcoin as a leaderless movement Cory's 3-point Shot Crypto scams & scammers Bitcoin Venture Capital Steelmanning your Bitcoin position Pacific Bitcoin Conference (promo code SWAN) ITEMS MENTIONED: Pacific Bitcoin Conference (promo code SWAN) Swan Bitcoin  Lyn Alden 'Bitcoin Risks Segment'

Oct 28, 2022 • 1:05:20

BCB080_Rip Session w/ CHRIS ALAIMO: Bear Market Vibes

Chris Alaimo joins Josh and Dan for an unfiltered and productive rip session that travels all over the board! Chris is a podcast/spaces host and Multimedia Producer at Bitcoin Magazine, as well as Host of The Amateur Investors Podcast. We Cover: Conspiracy Theories: Why are they so sticky? Digital Property Rights and PoW German companies going belly up Bear Markets are for building Housing Market on the edge The IRS reaching into body cavities Elon Musk challenging state power ITEMS MENTIONED:

Oct 24, 2022 • 1:10:16

BCB079_ALYSE KILLEEN: Bitcoin Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Alyse Killeen of venture capital firm Stillmark joins Josh & Dan to explore past, present, and future innovation on the Bitcoin protocol.  We Cover: Financial services for the poor & unbanked What the early days of Bitcoin teach us about where it may be headed Stablecoins on Bitcoin Lightning Network Taro protocol ITEMS MENTIONED: Stillmark (https://www.stillmark.com/) SHOW SPONSORS: **CROWDHEALTH BTC**—Harness the Power of Bitcoin + Health Care Crowdfunding to put decisions about your health

Oct 17, 2022 • 1:15:47

BCB078_CROESUS (Jesse Myers): The First 1% of Bitcoin Adoption

Jesse Myers, also known as Croesus, makes his 2nd BCB appearance! His first chat on BCB was an absolute banger, and he doesn't disappoint on this outing. We Cover: Jesse’s decision to reveal his identity Bitcoin’s cycles and how they continue Why Bitcoin will 5x in the next 3 years Yuppie friends update Why we are still in the first 1% of Bitcoin adoption Macroeconomic musings Jesse’s conversation with Michael Saylor ITEMS MENTIONED: Jesse’s Newsletter Yuppie Elite Article BCB024 w/ Croesus  S

Oct 10, 2022 • 1:25:41

BCB077_GREG FOSS & JOE CARLASARE: The Bond Debate

Greg Foss & Joe Carlasare drop by to debate the bond market. We find out where they agree, where they disagree, and what this all means for Bitcoin. We Cover: Where bond yields are and where they might be going. Is a recession upon us? Likely? Unlikely? Are long dated treasuries a good buy right now? Why the treasury market is so fundamental to our financial system. How much Bitcoin is too much in a portfolio? When and why will Bitcoin accrue value? SHOW SPONSORS: **CROWDHEALTH BTC**—Leverage t

Oct 6, 2022 • 1:47:39

BCB076_ALLEN FARRINGTON: Bitcoin Jiu-Jitsu

Allen Farrington joins Dan and Josh for a wide ranging discussion about his book (Bitcoin is Venice) and other musings. Allen has some of the most profound writing in Bitcoin that's well worth anyone's time. This Episode Covers… Errors in modern economics Bitcoin subsuming altcoin utility Non-zero chance of Bitcoin failure Bitcoin’s gravitational pull Profound Bitcoin sexual innuendos ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Bitcoin is Venice Only the Strong Survive w/ Big Al A Tale of Two Talebs Allen's M

Sep 30, 2022 • 1:20:52

BCB075_MORGEN ROCHARD: Bitcoin Financial Planning

CFA, CFP & Bitcoiner Morgen Rochard of Origin Wealth Advisors sits down with Dan & Josh to discuss the intersection of personal finance and Bitcoin. This Episode Covers… Personal finance fundamentals Tips to free up your cash flow Bitcoin in tax advantaged retirement accounts Debt – when is it good and bad? Tax strategies for Bitcoiners ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Morgen’s Book Personal Finance Quickstart Guide (https://www.amazon.com/Morgen-Rochard-CFA-CFP-RLP/e/B08LBC9MQL) Morgen’s Podcast “

Sep 22, 2022 • 1:15:50

BCB074_MAURICIO DI BARTOLOMEO: Building Financial Inclusion

Mauricio Di Bartolomeo Co-Founder and CSO of Ledn drops by BCB to chat with Josh & Dan. This Episode Covers… Escaping hyperinflation How democracies become dictatorships How Bitcoin is a lifeboat during hyperinflation Stablecoins Ethereum Merge Crypto Crash and it’s fallout Risks of BTC financial services Entrepreneurship   ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Ledn (Go here for $10 USDC signing bonus) Mauricio's Blog (Bitcoin Economic Calendar) Alex Gladstein Article on El Salvador & Nayib Bukele ("Th

Sep 18, 2022 • 1:42:10

BCB073_Bitcoin UTXO Tech w/Tom Honzik of Unchained Capital

Tom Honzik of Unchained Capital drops by BCB to chat with Josh & Dan regarding Bitcoin UTXOs and other tech topics. This Episode Covers… What are UTXOs (Unspent Transaction Outputs) and why they matter?  How to balance transaction fees vs. privacy when it comes to UTXOs? Tom’s thoughts on a variety of other Bitcoin topics, including self custody, fungibility, coinjoins & hardware wallets (signing devices). ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Tom Honzik UTXO UTXO articles (https://unchained.com/blog/au

Sep 15, 2022 • 1:00:14

BCB072_JEFF BOOTH: Monetary Transition

Jeff Booth sits down with Dan & Josh to discuss exponential technological progress, the state of today's monetary system, and why the collision of these 2 realities necessitates a transition in how our species does money. ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: "Finding Signal In A Noisy World" (Article by Jeff) The Price of Tomorrow (Jeff's Book) "The Greatest Game" (Article by Jeff)  Ego Death Capital  SHOW SPONSORS: **CROWDHEALTH BTC**—Leverage the Power of Bitcoin + Health Care Crowdfunding to put dec

Sep 8, 2022 • 1:24:55

BCB071_LUKE GROMEN: You Can’t Print Energy

Luke Gromen of The Forest for the Trees joins Josh & Dan talk macroeconomics, energy, and the FED's current predicament.  Luke is a bellwether of macroeconomic thought.  He is on our short list of trusted voices, and boy did he deliver!  SHOW SPONSORS: **CROWDHEALTH BTC**—Leverage the Power of Bitcoin + Health Care Crowdfunding to put decisions about your health back in YOUR hands. What if you didn’t have to pay healthcare premiums anymore? What if you could invest in bitcoin instead? With Crowd

Sep 1, 2022 • 1:04:09

BCB070_JUSTINE HARPER: Inheritance Planning & BTC Custody

Justine Harper of Unchained Capital joins Josh & Dan to unpack Bitcoin custody best practices, including inheritance planning, holding private keys, collaborative custody, multisig & more. SHOW SPONSORS: **LEDN** - A Bitcoin forward financial services company that has chosen to mirror and embrace the transparency, accountability, and auditability of Bitcoin itself by undergoing Proof of Reserves. Use Bitcoin as collateral and access dollar loans with Ledn Bitcoin backed loans. Harness your Bitco

Aug 27, 2022 • 59:44

BCB069_JOE BROWN: Hyperinflation or Deflationary Bust?

Joe Brown of Heresy Financial is our guest on today's show. Joe has an incredible ability to breakdown complex topics with analogies, we dive into: Inflationary and Deflationary Busts Zoltan Pozsar's Piece "War and Interest Rates" Technical Analysis Trading V. DCA for Plebs The Fed may NOT come to our rescue CBDCs @DazBea easter egg SHOW SPONSORS: **LEDN** - A Bitcoin forward financial services company that has chosen to mirror and embrace the transparency, accountability, and auditability of B

Aug 18, 2022 • 1:11:57

BCB068_NATALIE BRUNELL: Bitcoin Doesn’t Care About You

The extremely articulate Natalie Brunell drops by BCB for the 2nd time. Natalie, Josh & Dan cover topics such as… What the world might like without a fiat reserve currency  Why dance is a full contact sport Why you don’t want to be the only rich person around Bitcoin as a tool for human rights  How Josh & Dan plan to sneak into high profile parties we aren’t invited to at Bitcoin 2023 in Miami SHOW SPONSORS: **LEDN** - A Bitcoin forward financial services company that has chosen to mirror and e

Aug 9, 2022 • 57:23

BCB067_BITCOIN & THE MIDDLE CLASS: A Discussion w/ Bitcoin Magazine

Dan & Josh sit down with Bitcoin Magazine (Chris Alaimo and Q) to chat about a 3 part series they've recently published in Bitcoin Magazine: “Fixing Broken Fiat Plumbing: A firefighters Take on Today's Precarious Economic Mechanics and How Bitcoin Steps In As An Empowerment Tool For the Middle Class" In this hour they cover a number of topics both in and beyond the articles, including: Currency debasement’s impact on wage earners Why QE is often poorly understood by Bitcoiners Debt vs GDP spiral

Aug 2, 2022 • 1:05:32

BCB066_JASON SANSONE: Traumatic Surgery On The Broken Financial System

Jason Sansone is an Orthopedic Surgeon, Bitcoin educator and proponent.  Jason is supremely relatable, a great shot, and a hell of a cook!   We cover: Looking Glass Education When will the FED Blink Bitcoin as Portfolio Insurance Rug n Tugs Cumrocket money laundering Investment Portfolio Construction SHOW SPONSORS: **LEDN** - A Bitcoin forward financial services company that has chosen to mirror and embrace the transparency, accountability, and auditability of Bitcoin itself by undergoing Proof

Jul 26, 2022 • 1:04:26

BCB065_GIGI: Reinventing Time Itself (Part 2, Post Piss)

Prolific Bitcoin writer, thinker, and software engineer Gigi joins Josh & Dan for a 2 part, mind boggling & hilarious extravaganza. In Part 2, we cover: Gigi's Bitcoin is Time Piece POW vs POS How Entropy and Thermodynamics intersect BTC Why time and money are inseparable Standard Vs Metric Butt Plugs SHOW SPONSORS: **LEDN** - A Bitcoin forward financial services company that has chosen to mirror and embrace the transparency, accountability, and auditability of Bitcoin itself by undergoing Pro

Jul 19, 2022 • 1:02:35

BCB064_GIGI: A 100x Improvement In Money (Part 1, Pre-Piss)

Prolific Bitcoin writer, thinker, and software engineer Gigi joins Josh & Dan for a 2 part, mind boggling & hilarious extravaganza. In Part 1, we cover: Why altcoins are camouflage for BTC Why BTC is morally and religiously significant The nature of intersubjective value The overwhelming importance of an immutable and digital bearer asset Why Vitalik Buterin needs a honda lawn mower & more SHOW SPONSORS: **LEDN** - A Bitcoin forward financial services company that has chosen to mirror and embra

Jul 12, 2022 • 56:52

BCB063_JAMES LAVISH: The Bitcoin Sleeping Giant

CFA, former hedge fund manager, and macro master James Lavish joins Josh & Dan to chat about the current precarious macroeconomic landscape and Bitcoin. Topics Covered: Japanese Yield Curve Control, What’s going on with the Yen, & what it could mean globally Possible central bank tactics moving forward Why James’ hockey career was cut short Downside market protection and the Fed put The economic predicament of the middle & lower class A bulldog named Arbitrage & more... SHOW SPONSORS: **LEDN**

Jul 8, 2022 • 1:18:02

BCB062_SEEDSIGNER: Bitcoin’s Blue Canary

Dan & Josh speak with SeedSigner, the proprietor of the famed SeedSigner device of the same name.   This episode covers topics including: Signing Devices Seedsigner Blue Canaries Bitcoin Security Single and Multi-Sig Why YOU should custody your own Bitcoin SHOW SPONSORS: **LEDN** - A Bitcoin forward financial services company that has chosen to mirror and embrace the transparency, accountability, and auditability of Bitcoin itself by undergoing Proof of Reserves. Use Bitcoin as collateral and a

Jun 30, 2022 • 1:22:41

BCB061_HARRY SUDOCK: Bitcoin is an Energy Honeypot

Harry Sudock, Vice President of Strategy at GRIID , joins Dan & Josh.  This was a killer conversation!  Harry has an incredible deep understanding of Bitcoin and the mining space as well as a great sense of humor! This episode covers topics including: Current bear market Bitcoin Mining Satoshi’s True Discovery Difficulty Adjustment Harry’s Honeyhole Economics of Power Production/Bitcoin POW vs POS SHOW SPONSORS: **LEDN** - A Bitcoin forward financial services company that has chosen to mirror a

Jun 22, 2022 • 1:20:45

BCB060_WHIT GIBBS: Weathering BTC Bear Markets & The Decentralization of Mining

This week Josh & Dan speak with Whit Gibbs, founder and CEO of Compass Mining, about Bitcoin bear markets as well as all things BTC mining. This episode covers topics including: Weathering the current bear market Altcoin implosions Diversifying your BTC holdings with mining exposure  ROI on Bitcoin mining, including home mining The state of ASIC manufacturing  Jumping over fires while drunk and eating cheese SHOW SPONSORS: **LEDN** - A Bitcoin forward financial services company that has chosen

Jun 15, 2022 • 1:09:16

BCB059_Bitcoin Explained In 45 Minutes

This episode is different than our usual weekly dialogue; it's a monologue that’s intended to explain the importance and significance of Bitcoin (starting from ground zero) in just under 45 minutes. The intention behind this is to create a stand alone resource that can assist in introducing Bitcoin to a newcomer, but if you’ve been exploring Bitcoin for some time, hopefully I will cover angles you may haven’t heard before and/or give you food for thought on how to explain this protocol to other

Jun 9, 2022 • 50:59

BCB058_PETE RIZZO: Bitcoin’s Imperfections

Dan and Josh speak with Pete Rizzo and dive into a myriad of topics. Pete brings a fresh perspective on Bitcoin and its acolytes that may ruffle some feathers. Thicken up that skin and listen! This Episode Covers: Bitcoin is not immaculate Taro Stablecoins Lightning IS Bitcoin Monetary vs Network Maximalism Fiat Rapture Parallels between Bitcoin and Religion Hal Finney SHOW SPONSORS: **COINKITE** - Makers or the best Bitcoin security hardware in the world. Use PROMO CODE "BCB" for 5% off ColdCa

Jun 3, 2022 • 1:18:22

BCB057_GREG FOSS & DAZBEA: Looking Glass Education

In this episode Dan and Josh speak with Greg Foss and Dazbea about Looking Glass Education.  We were also able to draw some opinions about the current market out of these beautiful creatures.   This Episode Covers: Looking Glass Education Foss' Investment Strategy Bond Math Bitcoin Equity/ Miner plays Index Funds vs. Active Management Bitcoin Night Terrors Nipple Rings Credit SHTF indicators SHOW SPONSORS: **COINKITE** - Makers or the best Bitcoin security hardware in the world. Use PROMO CODE

May 27, 2022 • 1:22:21

BCB056_RYAN DEEDY: Ignore Bitcoin At Your Own Risk

The extremely bright CFA, equity analyst, and investor Ryan Deedy joins Josh & Dan to discuss the magnificence of both Bitcoin the asset and Bitcoin the network. This Episode Covers: A summation of the last 100 years of economic history The risks of ignoring Bitcoin How technologies grow exponential on application layers  Zoomed in dollar strengthening and zoomed out dollar devaluation The differences between types of QE Liposuction and the cure for fat butt disease Ryan’s jaw dropping BTC price

May 22, 2022 • 1:19:51

BCB055_LYN ALDEN: Uncertainty and Peril in Markets

Lyn Alden joins Josh and Dan to discuss Markets and Bitcoin during this tumultuous period. Bond Market's Negative Yield Macro Overview What Illiquidity Means How to Protect Your Wealth Bitcoin Decoupling Gold Bitcoin Volatility 3 types of StableCoins and their associated risks Luna Debacle Empires Rise and Decline SHOW SPONSORS: **LEDN** - A Bitcoin forward financial services company that has chosen to mirror and embrace the transparency, accountability, and auditability of Bitcoin itself by un

May 17, 2022 • 1:33:40

BCB054_PETER McCORMACK: Challenging Your Ideology

Peter McCormack, host of the What Bitcoin Did Podcast, joins Dan & Josh for a fun filled dialogue covering a multitude of topics, including: Peter’s personal path and strategies to success Why Bitcoin is almost certainly dead & can’t be resuscitated The importance of knowing CPR How to avoid trapping yourself in an ideology  The nature of free speech Vegan football clubs & more! SHOW SPONSORS: **LEDN** - A Bitcoin forward financial services company that has chosen to mirror and embrace the tran

May 11, 2022 • 1:16:52

BCB053_MAGS GRONOWSKA: Bitcoin and Renewable Energy

Mags joins Josh and Dan for an interesting take on renewable energy, and how Bitcoin is improving the economics of these clean energy systems.    We Cover: Energy Markets POW vs POS Climate Change Mining Bitcoin with Hog Shit Quadriga Firefighting SHOW SPONSORS: **COINKITE** - Makers or the best Bitcoin security hardware in the world. Use PROMO CODE "BCB" for 5% off ColdCard Mk3 purchases at coinkite.com. Coinkite is the producer of the iconic ColdCard.  ColdCard is widely regarded as the MOST

May 6, 2022 • 1:20:04

BCB052_Businesses Running on BTC w/ Ali (Tahinis) & Kevin (All Our Parking Lots)

Entrepreneurs Ali from Tahinis Restaurants & Kevin from All Out Parking Lots join Josh & Dan for a discussion about Bitcoin as an empowerment tool for small & medium sized businesses.  We Cover: Proper Bitcoin etiquette Absolute scarcity vs scarcity Why Bitcoin is a clown sifter How Costco bought all the chicken  BTC the network vs BTC the asset  Merchant & customer usage of the lightning network Bitcoin custody for businesses The implications of the incredible hulk on cocaine & biker crank SHO

Apr 29, 2022 • 1:22:58

BCB051_JOE CARLASARE: The Bond Market Vasectomy

Josh & Dan rip with the ever knowledgable Joe Carlasare.  Lawyer by day, credit market expert by night! We Cover: QE not inflationary, Fiscal Stimulus has been Intervention needed to float traditional markets Inflation The Bond Market controls the FED Central Banks buying Bitcoin Mining at the Firehouse SHOW SPONSORS: **COINKITE** - Makers or the best Bitcoin security hardware in the world. Use PROMO CODE "BCB" for 5% off ColdCard Mk3 purchases at coinkite.com. Coinkite is the producer of the i

Apr 21, 2022 • 1:34:48

BCB050_Economic Breaking Point (Amateur Investors Pod Meets BCB)

Josh & Dan engage in a rambunctious macroeconomic & Bitcoin discussion with Chris Alaimo of the Amateur Investors Podcast. We Cover: More about Josh & Dan's background and Bitcoin journeys Why the current economic system is mathematically guaranteed to reset Why Josh is the same person as Ron Swanson What should be in your portfolio other than Bitcoin? SHOW SPONSORS: **COINKITE** - Makers or the best Bitcoin security hardware in the world. Use PROMO CODE "BCB" for 5% off ColdCard Mk3 purchases

Apr 13, 2022 • 1:33:27

BCB049_MAURICIO & MARIO (LEDN): The Future of Financial Services

Mauricio Di Bartolomeo & Mario Gibney from Ledn join Josh & Dan to discuss Bitcoin lending & borrowing as well as the broader economic and digital asset landscape. Ledn is a fascinating digital asset financial services company with a highly principled, Bitcoin forward perspective and a commitment to transparency. We talk: Proof of reserves Bitcoin borrowing Mathematical & systematic lending  Why Bitcoin is pristine collateral Inflation and how Mauricio's upbringing in Venezuela informs his persp

Apr 6, 2022 • 1:28:03

BCB-Redux_Croesus: Once In A Civilization

This was our favorite conversation from 2021, we wanted to share it again.  We feel this episode encapsulates a wide range of ideas and condenses them into one place for easy consumption.  We feel this is our best episode to orange pill your friends! The renown pseudonymous Bitcoin thought leader @Croesus_BTC sits down with Josh & Dan for a profound conversation. We Cover: Why Bitcoin is a once in a species discovery Croesus' mind blowing Bitcoin valuation  How early we are in the Bitcoin adopti

Apr 2, 2022 • 1:45:16

BCB047_NVK: CypherPunk Skunkworks

NVK is the CEO and Co-Founder of Coinkite.  He has been in and around the Bitcoin ecosystem for over 10 years.  He and his company, Coinkite are producing some of the most innovative and useful Bitcoin gear in the industry.   We talk: Coldcard Mk4, SatsCard, Tapsigner Opendime suppositories Canadian truckers and Trudeau World Reserve Currencies Gold and Dollars are shitcoins Feeding chickens with lightning  Blue Collar Bitcoin is powered by Coinkite Use PROMO CODE "BCB" for 5% off ColdCard Mk3

Mar 24, 2022 • 1:07:36

BCB046_ANTHONY POMPLIANO: Middle Class, Mustaches & Monetary Policy

Anthony Pompliano, along with his brothers Joe & John, join Josh & Dan for a rowdy discussion on the Best Business Show covering topics including: Why Bitcoin is an empowerment tool for the Middle Class Dan & Josh's journey so far on the Blue Collar Bitcoin Pod Why mustaches are the new laser eyes Who would win in a Pomp family brawl Strange and challenging sexual dilemmas And much more Blue Collar Bitcoin is powered by Coinkite Use PROMO CODE "BCB" for 5% off ColdCard purchases at coinkite.com

Mar 18, 2022 • 49:55

BCB045_DR. JEFF ROSS: Treating Septic Markets

Dr. Jeff Ross stops in to talk about his current perspective on markets. Dr. Ross has a different perspective than the permabulls.  He has a reasoned and thorough analysis that is difficult to refute.  We talk: Shitcoin Shinnanigans DCA is best for mortals The FED between a rock and a hard place When will Bitcoin be risk off Counter-party risk The difference between a trader and an investor Selling kidneys for BTC Overall market sepsis Blue Collar Bitcoin is powered by Coinkite Use PROMO CODE "

Mar 12, 2022 • 1:05:54

BCB044_MIKE ALFRED: Investment Grade HODLING

Value oriented investor & tech entrepreneur Mike Alfred sits down with Josh & Dan to cover: Investing in Bitcoin mining Bitcoin as the best value investment of all time The risks of giving up your private keys and seeking yield on your bitcoin Gaining BTC exposure in a traditional retirement account The insanity of used car prices How to HODL like a freaking professional Blue Collar Bitcoin is powered by Coinkite Use PROMO CODE "BCB" for 5% off ColdCard purchases at coinkite.com. Coinkite is t

Mar 3, 2022 • 1:09:30

BCB043_NIK BHATIA: Money of Enemies

Nik Bhatia is the author of the book Layered Money Nik is incredibly knowledgable in the realms of economics, finance, and monetary history. Layered Money is an incredible resource for those who would like to learn about our current monetary system, and how Bitcoin changes the game. Nik also authors a research publication called The Bitcoin Layer.  This is a great resource for keeping up with Nik’s latest thoughts. We Cover: Geopolitics/Russian Conflict Layered Money Debt Supercycles Changing Wo

Feb 25, 2022 • 1:10:29

BCB042_ANDY EDSTROM: Bitcoin Risks & Bullish Riffs

Former Wall Streeter & current author, investor and advisor Andy Edstrom joins Josh and Dan to discuss current risks to the Bitcoin network and a plethora of other topics. We Cover: Risks that still exist for Bitcoin Andy’s time as a wolf on Wall Street Why banks are potentially on the road to obsolescence Growth of lightning network Grappling with exponentials Why BTC is fundamentally American   The reason why Bitcoin is strikingly similar to a horny teenager Blue Collar Bitcoin is powered by

Feb 16, 2022 • 1:05:32

BCB041_JOHN VALLIS: Bitcoin Money Messiah

John Vallis from Bitcoin Rapid Fire joins Josh and Dan.  This discussion is wide ranging and focuses primarily on the societal ramifications of a new ruleset that cannot be manipulated.  John has a profound ability to distill high level philosophical concepts into understandable truths.  We Cover: Bitcoin is Truth and Freedom Money Messiah Maps of Meaning Bitcoin as a civilizational shift Spiritual and Philosophical Musings  Cosmic Possibilites Blue Collar Bitcoin is powered by Coinkite Use PRO

Feb 10, 2022 • 1:32:18

BTC040_PRESTON PYSH & GREG FOSS, Part 2: Disaster Insurance (A Bitcoin Hedge in Pensions & All Portfolios)

Part 2 of Josh & Dan's conversation with two titans in the Bitcoin space: Preston Pysh and Greg Foss. This lengthly discussion was divided into two parts.  In the first part we focused on the overall precarious macro environment of the 2020s.  In this second part we zero in on how to position yourself in these crazy times.  We Cover: Why is BTC volatile & how to handle volatility Who the hell shorts BTC? BTC as the perfect hedge against fiat based central banking Significance of an inverted yiel

Feb 1, 2022 • 50:59

BCB039_PRESTON PYSH & GREG FOSS, Part 1: Macroecon Armageddon

This is a very special episode!  We had a long form discussion with Preston Pysh and Greg Foss about current macroeconomic conditions.  This is not one to miss considering the CRAZY landscape we are staring down.  We broke this discussion into two parts to keep it easily digestible.  In the first part we primarily focus on overall macro view.  The second part to be released next week will focus on how to position yourself in these crazy times.  We Cover: Crazy start to 2022 Bitcoin Volitility Th

Jan 26, 2022 • 57:17

BCB038_CORY KLIPPSTEN: Eyes On The Only Crypto Prize

Cory Klippsten, Founder & CEO of Swan Bitcoin, stops by the BCB Podcast to shoot the breeze with Josh & Dan. They Cover: Cory’s price predictions for BTC Why trading is such a terrible idea The future of US equities The incredible mind of LYN ALDEN  Turkish tea Horseshoes SUPPORT THE BCB PODCAST: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BRE

Jan 20, 2022 • 1:09:52

BCB037_@NVK: Weapons Grade BTC Security

Shady Super Coder, @NVK joins BCB to talk about security, signing devices, and just generally shoot the shit. WE COVER: The Current Bitcoin Dip Angry Pleb DMs On-Chain analysis and Tea Leaves OpenDime Virginity Gold Dildos BlockClock Status ColdCard VS. The World SUPPORT THE BCB PODCAST: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet

Jan 10, 2022 • 1:19:15

BCB036_LARRY LEPARD: Sound Money Takeover

Well-known tech & sound money investor Larry Lepard joins Josh & Dan to chat Bitcoin, gold and the future of markets. WE COVER: Will Bitcoin replace or overtake gold? Dealing w/ BTC volatility & why BTC is so volatile Threats the gov’t posses against BTC Blindspots Bitcoiners may have Inflation & hyperinflation  How Bitcoin resembles the rise of the internet  What purpose gold might serve in one’s portfolio  Why “certainty” in any investment is something to be avoided   SUPPORT THE BCB PODCAST:

Jan 5, 2022 • 1:34:17

BCB035_BTC SESSIONS: Flushing Degenerate Gamblers

BTC Sessions(Ben) is a Canadian Bitcoin educator.  He has produced an astonishing amount of content.  He has comprehensive tutorials on Bitcoin wallets, signing devices, and nodes.  If you need help or guidance on Bitcoin related gear, Ben has you covered. We highly recommend his channel.  He is also available for 1 on 1 help and guidance.   We Cover: Degenerate Traders BTC Butt Stuff Pierre Poilievre Inflation Break Dancing Umbrel SUPPORT THE BCB PODCAST: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on

Dec 18, 2021 • 1:36:42

BCB034_ROBERT BREEDLOVE: Protecting Private Property & Ditching Santa Clause

Acclaimed entrepreneur, writer, and philosopher Robert Breedlove joins Josh & Dan for a wild, productive, and cosmic conversation that meanders through a number of topics inside and outside Bitcoin. WE COVER: Bitcoin as insurance on central banking Why dogma is unhealthy How fiat violates private property Spirituality, religion & Christianity Rob’s move away from Santa Clause Sex on your birthday...& much more SUPPORT THE BCB PODCAST: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.

Dec 12, 2021 • 1:06:34

BCB033_PRESTON PYSH: The Fiat Cage

Preston Pysh, co-founder of the Investor’s Podcast Network, joins Josh & Dan to talk about Bitcoin.  Preston has had an enormous impact on the two of us.  He has a remarkable gift for taking complex topics and simplifying them for a general audience.  This 1.5 hour discussion is a must listen for anyone interested in improving their understanding of Bitcoin, human nature, and the world at large.  Preston has a contagious optimism for the future matched by few—this was a true honor. We Cover: Tra

Dec 5, 2021 • 1:22:24

BCB032_MARTY BENT: Mining Basics, Teat Production, and Freedom

Marty Bent joins Josh & Dan to talk about Bitcoin mining and how energy companies are understanding this asset.  Marty is a huge contributor in the space with his Podcast Tales from the Crypt and his daily newsletter Marty’s Bent. We Cover: Bitcoin Mining 51% attacks POW vs. POS Bitcoin Simps Freedom SUPPORT THE BCB PODCAST: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Po

Dec 1, 2021 • 1:15:04

BCB031_JOE CARLASARE: Nature Finds A Way with Bitcoin

Joe Carlasare joins Josh & Dan to talk current and future market conditions as well as how the game theory behind Bitcoin might play out in years/decades to come. We Cover: Can Bitcoin be banned? Where the Fed's balance sheet may go this decade Blacklisted Bitcoins and fungibility concerns Joe's mid term price targets Shy Joe considers himself a "Bitcoin MONEY maximalist" SUPPORT THE BCB PODCAST: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fraction

Nov 24, 2021 • 1:13:24

BCB030_BITCOIN Q+A: Bitcoin Cold Storage from the Master

In this episode we are honored to be joined by Bitcoin Q+A.  Q+A is the proprietor of Bitcoiner.guide.  This is a site devoted to teaching all about Bitcoin.  If you have questions about anything, ranging from wallets, to nodes, to the lighting network-Q+A has you covered. We Cover: What is Cold Storage Hardware wallets, AKA signing devices Software Wallets Bitcoin Nodes How to protect yourself from men with wrenches SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.

Nov 20, 2021 • 53:14

BCB029_JIM CRIDER: The Black Sheep of Financial Planning

Jim Crider, a CFP & Bitcoin bull, joins Josh & Dan to talk about Bitcoin & broader financial planning. We Cover: Why Bitcoin is the best form of money The difference between volatility & risk Bitcoin Mining Stocks, GBTC, Bitcoin ETFs What to do with retirement accounts Bitcoin tax strategies SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps &

Nov 10, 2021 • 1:34:59

BCB028_NATALIE BRUNELL: Resurrecting Capitalism with Bitcoin

Natalie Brunell joins Josh & Dan for a fun and free flowing discussion regarding the trajectory of capitalism & freedom in the 21st century...and the role Bitcoin might play in maintaining these ideals. We Cover: Bitcoin and immigration The perils & miseries of socialism and communism Why American ideals may be eroding Bitcoin as digital property Why the Fed is between a rock & a hard place Ron Burgundy & Veronica Corningstone SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨

Nov 3, 2021 • 52:57

BCB027_FRISKY PENSIONS: Overweight Bonds, Underweight BTC

In this episode, Dan and Josh discuss the elephant in the room, public pension plans.  We opine about exposure to Bonds and lack of BTC exposure in these defined benefit plans. We Discuss: Bond exposure in Pensions Why BTC is a no brainer Cat food How a 1% BTC position can improve a portfolio What we would do to improve performance SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Ne

Oct 29, 2021 • 49:17

BCB026_ALEX GLADSTEIN: Bitcoin, Freedom & Human Rights

Alex Gladstein, Chief Strategy Officer at the Human Rights Foundation, sits down with Josh & Dan to discuss why Bitcoin is the world's best freedom technology.  We Cover: Why Bitcoin is a dream for human rights activists Bitcoin as a Trojan Horse for Freedom The cypherpunks & founding fathers of America The 4th turning Bitcoin ETFs SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Ne

Oct 20, 2021 • 59:25

BCB025_GRAHAM KRIZEK: Ride the Lightning with Voltage

Graham Krizek is the Founder and CEO of Voltage.  Graham is an expert on Bitcoin’s Lightning network.  He founded Voltage to provide enterprise solutions for running Bitcoin and Lightning nodes.   We Cover: What is the Lightning Network TOR (The Onion Router) How Lightning improves privacy Why Lightning improves the Bitcoin stack Lightning Nodes Lightning applications and possibilities SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us f

Oct 13, 2021 • 1:10:58

BCB024_CROESUS: Bitcoin, A Once In A Species Discovery

The renown pseudonymous Bitcoin thought leader @Croesus_BTC sits down with Josh & Dan for a profound conversation. We Cover: Why Bitcoin is a once in a species discovery Croesus' mind blowing Bitcoin valuation  How early we are in the Bitcoin adoption S curve Bitcoin supply shocks & supply mechanics The Yuppie Elite and Bitcoin Bitcoin as analogous to the American western frontier  Why the average worker and middle class need BTC SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter

Oct 7, 2021 • 1:43:39

BCB023_GREG FOSS: Financial Contagion, Evergrande & BTC

Greg Foss helps us unpack the Evergrande contagion in China and how this could affect the rest of the world.  As usual Greg brings huge energy and some incredible insights into the markets BTC and otherwise We Cover: Evergrande Contagion Bond Math Gregs price target for bitcoin BItcoin's intrinsic value  Buy and Hold, don't overthink Pensions SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the L

Sep 23, 2021 • 1:06:21

BCB022_JASON BRETT: Bitcoin Regulation and Legislation

Jason Brett spends and hour with Josh & Dan to discuss the current Bitcoin regulatory and legislative landscape.  We Cover: Can Bitcoin be banned by governments? The Infrastructure Bill & Beyer Bill The SEC stance on Bitcoin Why you should buy from Bitcoin only exchanges Stablecoins Custodial lending The Chinese mining crackdown Bitcoin as freedom technology, & more SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent v

Sep 19, 2021 • 1:05:08

BCB021_DAZBEA: Conspiracy Theories & Bitcoin Mushroom Trips

DazBea joins Dan and Josh, Daz is an Australian "Sparky"(Electrician) and Electrical Engineer.  He is has written some INCREDIBLE articles about Bitcoin from technology to the economic fundamentals.  We Discuss: Conspiracy Theories Side Hustles The Hamster Wheel Trading Bitcoin Birthdays Value Investing Macro Econ Covid SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We a

Sep 9, 2021 • 1:29:21

BCB020_GUY SWANN: Uncovering Satoshi & BTC Tales of Old

The "Voice of Bitcoin" Mr. Guy Swann joins Josh & Dan for a wide ranging rip session. We Discuss: Guy's current take on who Satoshi Nakamoto is... Bitcoin’s early days Austrian Economics The Blocksize Wars Nodes and the Umbrel project Why open & dumb networks will rule the world Bitcoin as freedom technology Getting swallowed by sea monsters Who is your Bitcoin Daddy? SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent

Sep 2, 2021 • 1:20:20

BCB019_Rip Session #1: Lassoing a Slippery Pig

Josh and Dan sit down to have a no holds barred rip session!  No prep, just pure stream of consciousness.  We talk about: Bitcoin as a Trojan Horse Squares open source Bitcoin Exchange The Printing Press (the invention, not J Pows helicopter) Bitcoin's indifference to regulators Being a Sovereign Individual Large Sea Mammals Slippery Pigs SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Light

Aug 30, 2021 • 57:54

BCB018_MATT ODELL: The Alpha Pleb

Matt Odell joins Josh & Dan for a rousing discussion covering: Matt's journey into Bitcoin Gov't Regulation Bitcoin Security, Privacy & Self Custody Hardware Wallets Shitcoins & NFTs & much more... SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates

Aug 21, 2021 • 1:45:12

BCB017_DYLAN LeCLAIR: Listen to the Future

Dylan LeClair from Bitcoin Magazine joins Dan & Josh.  Dylan has an incredible ability to explain complex macroeconomic ideas and parse them out to the plebs.  Dylan has written many incredible articles including "The conclusion of the long-term debt cycle and the rise of Bitcoin". SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. B

Aug 13, 2021 • 1:08:41

BCB016_JEFF BOOTH: Bitcoin...The Future of Humanity Depends on It

Jeff Booth, the Canadian Guru, joins Josh & Dan. We discuss: Deflation The impacts of exponential innovation Bitcoin & Energy A.I. & Robotics What Jeff would do if he were Fed chairman Why Jeff is Bitcoin only The potential threat of quantum computing on Bitcoin And lots more... SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BRE

Aug 6, 2021 • 1:26:00

BCB015_Questions From The Firehouse, Part 1

This episode is all about questions from guys at the firehouse.  We dive into topics including Nodes vs Miners, CBDCs, Hardware wallets, Shitting your pants, Bitcoin resource suggestions, trading & more. We also put together a model (some stolen from Greg Foss) for how we see Bitcoin reaching $1 million! SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcas

Jul 29, 2021 • 1:12:00

BCB014_VIJAY BOYAPATI: Bitcoin Virginity

Dan & Josh are joined by the one and only Vijay Boyapati! We Discuss: The importance of Bitcoin Monetary Sovereignty How to smuggle Gold Bitcoin Bull and Bear cycles Inflation Keynesian vs Austrian Economics Nation State attacks Altcoin Scams Reclaiming your Bitcoin Virginity and much more... SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps

Jul 20, 2021 • 59:00

BCB013_GREG FOSS: Escaping the Fiat Ponzi Spiral

Greg Foss On Fire! Greg joins Josh & Dan to Discuss: How to escape the "fiat ponzi spiral" Bitcoin’s asymmetry as an investment Pensions Bonds Suggestions for building your asset portfolio Was Satoshi was even a human? Sniffing glue And much more... SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to ge

Jul 15, 2021 • 1:24:00

BCB012_Bitcoin Buying and Custody

In this episode Josh explains best practices for buying Bitcoin.  Josh also compares leading Bitcoin hardware wallets and how to choose the one that fits your needs, whether new to the space or a hardened veteran you will find something of use.   SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get st

Jul 11, 2021 • 45:00

BCB011_Shitcoins: A Reasoned Refutation, Part 2

Josh & Dan discuss altcoins. They work through their logic, evidence, and reasoning for not choosing to invest in them. This episode covers: Dogecoin, Ethereum, XRP, XLM Avoiding emotional investing Different types of decentralization Cryptocurrency unit bias Hashrate & Bitcoin security Umbrel nodes running through TOR Why Decentralization = Trust. This conversation will be divided in to 2 parts. This episode is Part 2 of 2. SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PO

Jul 4, 2021 • 1:15:00

BCB010_Shitcoins: A Reasoned Refutation, Part 1

Josh & Dan discuss altcoins. They work through their logic, evidence, and reasoning for not choosing to invest in them. This episode covers topics like: liquidity in the crypto markets, pump and dump schemes, the myth of the need for cryptocurrency diversification, Bitcoin's unique origin story, taxes and capital gains, pre-mined tokens, farts, San Francisco, furry conventions, and more... This conversation will be divided in to 2 parts. This episode is Part 1 of 2. SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: stri

Jun 28, 2021 • 59:00

BCB009_Bitcoin For Boomers, Part 2 (Questions from a Bitcoin Skeptic)

In this episode Dan and Josh are again joined by Jim.   This is the second episode covering the rest of the conversation with Jim.  Jim was a corporate lawyer, a business executive, and is an experienced investor.  Jim is skeptical of the value of Bitcoin. This is the second of a two part series. SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 ap

Jun 21, 2021 • 1:13:00

BCB008_Bitcoin For Boomers, Part 1 (Questions from a Bitcoin Skeptic)

In this episode Dan and Josh are joined by Jim.   Jim has a series of questions about Bitcoin to present.  Jim was a corporate lawyer, a business executive, and is an experienced investor.  Jim is skeptical of the value of Bitcoin. This is the first of a two part series. SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet

Jun 15, 2021 • 1:08:00

BCB007_Bitcoin Nation State Adoption, El Salvador, Jack Dorsey, Possums & More....(Bitcoin Tweets 2)

Josh & Dan discuss El Salvador adopting BTC as legal tender, the implications of nation states getting involved in Bitcoin, Jack Dorsey, Michael Saylor, Possums & more. This is the 2nd installment in the 'Bitcoin Tweets' Series.  SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an

Jun 9, 2021 • 1:04:00

BCB006_The Importance of Bitcoin Explained in One Sitting

Dan attempts to summarize and encapsulate the importance of Bitcoin in a single talk.  Terms are defined such that you can follow even if you are brand new to Bitcoin. SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it. ⇨You or

Jun 2, 2021 • 50:00

BCB005_Dealing with Price Dips and Dumps

Josh and Dan discuss Bitcoin price dips and dumps.  How to cope with, understand, and harness scary selloffs.   SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it. ⇨You or someone you know is interested in having your product fe

May 19, 2021 • 52:00

BCB004_Bitcoin Tweets 1

Dan and Josh dive into a few of their favorite tweets and comment on them.   SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it. ⇨You or someone you know is interested in having your product featured on our show?  Shoot us an em

May 16, 2021 • 27:00

BCB003_The Fiat System

Dan and Josh dive into the mechanics of the Fiat Monetary System.  They compare and contrast the Fiat System with Bitcoin.   SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it. ⇨You or someone you know is interested in having yo

May 14, 2021 • 1:27:00

BCB002_Bitcoin and the Origins of Money

Josh and Dan discuss the origins of money, the purpose of money, and why this matters in the context of understanding Bitcoin. SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it. ⇨You or someone you know is interested in having

May 9, 2021 • 44:00

BCB001_Bitcoin Bull Runs and Price Cycles

Josh and Dan discuss Bitcoin price run-ups, halving cycles, and bull markets. Why they happen, how they work, and sound strategy for dealing with them. SUPPORT THE SHOW: ⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter) ⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it. ⇨You or someone you know

May 4, 2021 • 1:21:00