Episodes

  • Bitcoin Ordinals Co-Founder EXCLUSIVE Interview
    Sep 24 2024

    Jedi hosts Erin, a co-host of the podcast 'Hell Money'. Erin shares her experience with creating a podcast about Bitcoin, and her thoughts on Ordinals and the NFT space.

    She also discusses her project, 'Ephemera', which aims to inscribe astronomical data onto Bitcoin, creating a decentralized timekeeping mechanism.

    Throughout the conversation, Erin shares her philosophical perspective on Bitcoin, its role in human history, and the importance of thinking about Bitcoin in terms of deep time.

    She emphasizes the significance of inscribing meaningful data onto Bitcoin, making it a digital megalith that can preserve human knowledge and culture for centuries to come.

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • The Power of Grassroots Adoption: How Bitcoin is Changing Lives in South Africa
    Sep 17 2024

    Jedi hosts Herman around the adoption of bitcoin as a medium of exchange in township in South Africa.

    Herman shares the story of how he and his team introduced Bitcoin to the local community, starting with a small group of coaches who were paid in bitcoin.

    They discuss the struggles of Bitcoin adoption in South Africa and the bigger philosophical conversations around the use of Bitcoin as digital gold instead of a means of payment.

    The ultimate goal of the Ekasi is to create a circular economy where bitcoin is used as both a store of value and a medium of exchange, empowering individuals and businesses in the community.

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    42 mins
  • Jameson Lopp's Warning About the Politics and Risks Behind Bitcoin
    Sep 10 2024

    Jedi hosts Jameson, co-founder and Chief Security Officer of Casa, about various concepts in crypto, including Bitcoin, decentralization, and self-custody.

    The conversation covers topics such as ETFs, institutionalization, and the potential risks of centralization.

    Jameson also shares his thoughts on the current state of DeFi and the importance of true decentralization.

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    56 mins
  • Uncovering the Future of Bitcoin L2s: A Scalability Showdown
    Sep 3 2024

    Jedi hosts Red, from Bitcoin Layers, as they discussed the complexity of Bitcoin's scaling solutions. Bitcoin Layers is a DeFi dashboard that outlines the trust assumptions and risks of different Bitcoin solutions.

    The discussion touched on the need for privacy in scaling solutions and unilateral exits, which allow users to withdraw their funds without permission.

    The conversation also explored the concept of BitVM, a strategy for bridging that uses Bitcoin transactions to enforce computation done elsewhere.

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    56 mins
  • Are Bitcoin Miners Ready for DeFi? The Truth Might Shock You
    Aug 27 2024

    Jedi hosts return guest Rich Rines from CoreDAO as they talk about new developments in the Bitcoin DeFi space.

    They discuss CoreDAO's mission to help scale Bitcoin and address security budget concerns by creating new revenue streams for miners through staking and DeFi activities.

    The conversation highlights CoreDAO's growth, including a rise in Total Value Locked (TVL) and user engagement. Rich emphasizes the need for a symbiotic relationship between Bitcoin and CoreDAO to maximize Bitcoin's liquidity and ensure its sustainability.

    The discussion also explores the technical integration between the networks and the challenges of educating and involving Bitcoin miners and holders in this new model.

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    49 mins
  • Motoswap: The First Bitcoin-Native DEX Using OP_NET
    Aug 20 2024

    Jedi hosts Danny and Chad as they discuss Bitcoin DeFi, particularly through the development of OpNet and Motoswap, which aim to bring smart contracts and decentralized exchange functionality directly to Bitcoin's Layer 1.


    The speakers introduced the idea of "SlowFi," highlighting how Bitcoin's slower block times could create more sustainable and stable DeFi ecosystems. The meeting showcased innovative approaches to integrating Bitcoin into decentralized finance while preserving its core principles.


    The podcast delved into the critical role of user experience (UX) in the evolving DeFi landscape, particularly concerning Bitcoin.


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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Why the United States Holding Bitcoin is Such a Risk
    Aug 6 2024

    Jedi hosts Dan, the founder of Radix, and they discuss his journey in the crypto space. They dive into Dan’s early days with Bitcoin, his concerns about its scalability, and how he created Radix as a fresh start.


    They also discuss broader ideological views on blockchain and decentralization, highlighting concerns about the crypto industry’s current state.


    Dan shares his worries about governments hoarding Bitcoin, which could lead to centralization. They explore hypothetical scenarios of electronic warfare and centralization risks in Bitcoin and Ethereum.


    The podcast emphasizes balancing government involvement in crypto with maintaining decentralization principles, touching on the separation of money from state control.


    They express concerns about the U.S. holding large amounts of Bitcoin and how U.S. monetary policy could affect it, as well as critiquing influencers and much more.


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    1 hr and 1 min
  • This Bitcoin Maxi Renounced His US Citizenship for Crypto Freedom
    Jul 30 2024

    In this episode, Jedi hosts Toby Cunningham, a Bitcoin Enthusiast, co-host on a crypto podcast, and a renowned surfer. Toby shares his journey from discovering Bitcoin to becoming a full-time investor and influencer.

    Toby highlights the importance of integrating personal interests with professional endeavors, using his passion for surfing as an example. He also explains their decision to renounce US citizenship due to burdensome regulations and taxes, and the benefits of living abroad. The conversation touches on political influences on crypto regulations and the involvement of major financial institutions like BlackRock.

    Next, they dive into the cryptocurrency market, discussing Ethereum and BlackRock’s spot ETF's potential implications. Predictions for the current bull market suggest significant growth, with strategic investment approaches to navigate potential cycles and corrections. We’ve got all this and more, so ensure you don’t skip any part. Support our channel by clicking subscribe, smashing that like button, and dropping a comment with your feedback. We love hearing from you!

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    1 hr and 8 mins