In this episode we're joined by Paolo Ardoino and Mathias Buus Madsen from Holepunch to learn about Keet, the Pear runtime, a little bit about Tether, and more! Connect with Paolo and Mathias: https://x.com/paoloardoino https://x.com/keet_io https://keet.io/ https://tether.io/ Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinityshow.com/ https://primal.net/freedom https://primal.net/knut https://primal.net/luke https://twitter.com/BtcInfinityShow https://twitter.com/knutsvanholm https://twitter.com/l...

In this episode, we're joined by our friend Peter Dunworth from the Bitcoin Adviser! We catch up with Peter after about a year, hear about everything he's been up to, and cover plenty of philosophical topics! Connect with Peter: https://x.com/PeterBTCAdviser https://www.thebitcoinadviser.com/ Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinityshow.com/ https://primal.net/freedom https://primal.net/knut https://primal.net/luke https://twitter.com/BtcInfinityShow https://twitter.com/knutsvanholm https...

In this episode, Maya Parbhoe joins the Bitcoin Infinity Show to share her story, going from Bitcoin advocate to presidential candidate in Suriname. Maya shares her passion for innovation and Bitcoin, explains her vision for implementing Bitcoin as a national currency, and outlines her political campaign for 2025. She provides insights into Suriname's unique cultural and economic landscape and describes efforts to create a sustainable circular economy powered by Bitcoin. Connect with Maya: htt...

Grafton joins the show to tell us about Vexl, a mobile app giving its users a simple, accessible and safe way to trade bitcoin as it was intended - peer-to-peer and without KYC. Connect with Grafton and Vexl: https://x.com/satsdisco https://x.com/vexl Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinityshow.com/ https://x.com/BtcInfinityShow https://primal.net/freedom https://x.com/knutsvanholm https://primal.net/knut https://x.com/lukedewolf https://primal.net/luke JOIN US IN RIGA! We're launching ...

FractalEncrypt, one of Bitcoin's premiere artists and good friend of the show, joins us to talk about his experience at BTC Prague, his Codex 32 sculptures, how he creates art, and more! Recorded in person immediately after BTC Prague, we were all a bit tired after a long and exciting conference, but happy to get to catch up with Fractal all the same! Connect with FractalEncrypt: https://x.com/FractalEncrypt Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinityshow.com/ https://x.com/BtcInfinityShow h...

Mags is a Bitcoin advisor focusing on mining and energy. She joins us to talk about how Bitcoin is clean tech, and discuss whether Bitcoin really fixes environmental issues such as pollution and carbon emissions. Connect with Mags: https://x.com/Crypto_Mags Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinityshow.com/ https://x.com/BtcInfinityShow https://primal.net/freedom https://x.com/knutsvanholm https://primal.net/knut https://x.com/lukedewolf https://primal.net/luke JOIN US IN RIGA! We're laun...

Max Kei from Debifi, formerly of Hodl Hodl, joins us to talk about Baltic Honeybadger, the most OG Bitcoin conference in the world! We also learn more about Debifi and the importance of peer to peer in Bitcoin. Connect with Max: https://x.com/keidunm https://baltichoneybadger.com/ https://debifi.com/ https://hodlhodl.com/ Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinityshow.com/ https://x.com/BtcInfinityShow https://primal.net/freedom https://x.com/knutsvanholm https://primal.net/knut https://x.c...

Bitcoin Mechanic from OCEAN mining is one of Bitcoin's staunchest defenders. He joins us to tell us all about why it's worth it to defend Bitcoin against spammers and other attackers, and what you can do to help. Connect with Mechanic: https://x.com/GrassFedBitcoin https://primal.net/p/npub1wnlu28xrq9gv77dkevck6ws4euej4v568rlvn66gf2c428tdrptqq3n3wr Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinityshow.com/ https://x.com/BtcInfinityShow https://primal.net/freedom https://x.com/knutsvanholm https://...

Rockstar Dev, everyone's favorite uncle, joins us to talk about BTCPay Server, Nostr, the importance of anonymity, and much more. Connect with Rockstar: https://x.com/r0ckstardev https://primal.net/rockstar Connect with Us: https://www.freedomfootprintshow.com/ https://twitter.com/FootprintShow https://primal.net/freedom https://twitter.com/knutsvanholm https://primal.net/knut https://twitter.com/lukedewolf https://primal.net/luke JOIN US IN RIGA! We're launching Bitcoin: The Inverse of Clow...

Aleksandar Svetski joins us for the second time to discuss his upcoming book, The Bushido of Bitcoin, in which he presents Bitcoin as a framework for excellence as related to the samurai virtues of bushido! He also tells us all about Satlantis, his upcoming new Nostr super-app. Recorded in person at BTC Prague. Highlights: 🔹Bitcoin is a framework for excellence - you either excel or fail, there is no middle ground 🔹Responsibility is more important than freedom 🔹The Bushido of Bitcoin is avai...

Martti Malmi is the second Bitcoin developer ever, working with Satoshi himself from 2009 to 2011. Now he's working on Nostr, building the protocol into the decentralization of everything! Filmed in person during BTC Prague 2024! Highlights: 🔹Martti Malmi's emails with Satoshi have been used to take down Faketoshi in the recent COPA trial 🔹Martti bought an apartment near Helsinki by selling 10000 Bitcoin 🔹Bitcoin solves decentralized money; Nostr solves decentralized everything 🔹Finland may...

Douglas Bakkum, inventor of the BitBox hardware wallet, joins us to talk about why securing your Bitcoin keys is important, how he invented the BitBox, and more! Key Takeaways: 🔹Douglas Bakkum's background in neuroscience and engineering led to the creation of the BitBox hardware wallet. 🔹The philosophy behind the BitBox's design emphasizes simplicity, privacy, and usability, setting it apart from other hardware wallets. 🔹The Bitbox offers advanced features for power users while maintaining ...

Niko Jilch joins us to talk about Bitcoin in the German-speaking world as well as the rest of the EU, touching on history, current events, and optimism for the future! Key Takeaways: 🔹The German-speaking Bitcoin community is large and active, with a strong interest in Bitcoin as a store of value. 🔹The collapse of socialism in Eastern Europe and the lessons learned from that experience can be applied to the current state of the financial system. 🔹The financial sector may become smaller or eve...

Jacob from Bitcoin Walk joins us to tell us all about the Bitcoin Walk initiative - going for walks with Bitcoiners every Saturday - a great meetup alternative to build local communities! Key Takeaways: 🔹Bitcoin Walk provides a platform for open-minded conversations and learning about Bitcoin. 🔹Walking together creates a supportive and judgment-free environment for discussing Bitcoin. 🔹Bitcoin walks can help build lasting friendships and mentorships within the Bitcoin community. 🔹There is a...

Miljan from Primal joins the show to tell us all about the inner workings of Nostr! Key Takeaways: 🔹Nostr is an open protocol for speech and publishing, allowing users to create cryptographic identities and communicate through relays. 🔹The protocol is simple, with key pairs for users, client apps for creating and signing messages, and relays for storing and retrieving messages. 🔹The value proposition of Nostr lies in its ability to provide content creators with ownership and control over the...

Dave Bradley joins the show to tell us all about Bitcoin in Calgary, Alberta, including the Bitcoin Rodeo conference coming up in July, plus much more! Key Takeaways: 🔹Bitcoin Brains was one of the first physical Bitcoin stores in Canada, and Dave Bradley played a significant role in building the Bitcoin community in Calgary. 🔹The political climate in Canada, particularly the divide between Western Canada and the federal government, has led to frustration and a sense of being ignored by the g...

Dr. Ahmad Ammous joins us to talk about fiat medicine and how Bitcoin can fix it! Key Takeaways: 🔹The healthcare system is broken and focused on profit rather than patient care. 🔹The opioid epidemic is a result of pharmaceutical companies pushing dangerous drugs for profit. 🔹The medical system is controlled by centralized agencies that promote pharmaceutical medicine and suppress alternative treatments. 🔹The history of medicine in the US is connected to the creation of the Federal Reserve. ...

Softsimon from Mempool joins us to discuss Bitcoin fees, spam, fixing the filters, the Blocksize Wars, and much more! Key Takeaways: Data transactions, such as JPEGs and token transfers, contribute to fee spikes in Bitcoin. High fees are necessary to price out spam and non-essential transactions. The debate between big blockers and small blockers centers around decentralization and user control in Bitcoin. Roger Ver's book promoting Bitcoin Cash as the true Bitcoin is seen as a failed attem...

Lyn Alden joins the Freedom Footprint Show to talk about how Bitcoin fixes the broken money system. Lyn is the author of Broken Money, partner at Ego Death Capital, and a renowned macro analyst focusing on Bitcoin. Key Takeaways: 🔹The centralization of the financial system has led to issues such as debt accumulation and inflation. 🔹Bitcoin, with its decentralized and immutable nature, can provide a solution to these problems. 🔹The Jevons paradox applies to Bitcoin and the broader economy, wi...

Ali from Tahini's joins us to talk Old School Bitcoin Shawarma, including how Tahini's adopted a Bitcoin standard, how Bitcoin is a superpower for small businesses, and more! Key Takeaways: 🔹Shawarmas and kebabs differ in their preparation and toppings across different cultures. 🔹Tahini's started their shawarma business in Canada and has expanded to 41 locations. 🔹Bitcoin became a central part of Ali's life and business during the COVID-19 pandemic. 🔹The Bitcoin community in Canada is stron...

Andi Pitt from Ego Death Capital joins us to discuss investing in the Bitcoin ecosystem, then we dive down the rabbit hold of the nature of consciousness! Let's go! Key Takeaways: 🔹Ego Death Capital invests in companies building in the Bitcoin ecosystem, focusing on the software application layer. 🔹Supporting early-stage founders with professional support is crucial in addition to providing capital. 🔹Bitcoin has the potential to address global problems such as corruption, inflation, and envi...

Conza joins us to discuss the case for monetary maximalism in Bitcoin, starting from the first principles of Austrian economics to discussing the importance of maintaining Bitcoin as the best money the world has ever seen. Key Takeaways: 🔹Common misconceptions about economics and Bitcoin include the idea that miners set the price. 🔹Austrian economics differs from the natural sciences in its a priori deductive reasoning and focus on human action. 🔹The Mises regression theorem explains the sub...

Sooly Kobayashi joins us to talk about his perspectives on Bitcoin adoption in the Middle East and Africa, including the potential of Bitcoin mining, the impact of high fees, and driving adoption with small and medium businesses. Check it out! Key Takeaways: 🔹 Bitcoin adoption is growing rapidly in Africa, particularly as a medium of exchange in countries with high inflation and informal markets. 🔹The Middle East has a mixed regulatory landscape, with some countries like Bahrain and the UAE e...

Seb Bunney of Looking Glass Education joins us to discuss the hidden cost of money, and much more! Key Points Discussed: 🔹 Bitcoin education for the layperson 🔹 The relationship between Bitcoin and the state 🔹 The art of creativity And More! Connect with Seb and Looking Glass Education: https://twitter.com/sebbunney https://twitter.com/LookingGlassEdu https://lookingglasseducation.com/ https://sebbunney.com/ Connect with Us: https://www.freedomfootprintshow.com/ https://twitter.com/Footp...