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In this episode, I chat with Trace Mayer, early Bitcoin investor and the mind behind the Seven Network Effects, about monetary sovereignty and the ideas that shaped Bitcoin culture. We dive into his rabbit-hole journey from gold to Bitcoin, debates from the block size wars, why “proof of keys” still matters, and how time preference and family tie into sound money.
If you want a masterclass in first-principles Bitcoin thinking with historical and philosophical depth, this episode is for you.
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––– Chapters –––
00:00 - Intro
01:18 - Trace’s rabbit-hole origins
04:00 - Digital gold currencies & early “sound money” online
11:24 - Austrian deep dive: Mises, Rothbard & building a “proof-of-work” mind
13:31 - When the dots clicked: entering Bitcoin as a monetary-sovereignty maxi
18:21 - Bitcoin at 25¢: early evangelism, Keiser/Schiff, Ron Paul trail
21:10 - “Tangible, not corporeal”: precious numbers vs precious atoms
28:18 - Stock-to-flow & Bitcoin’s hardness argument (early public mentions)
32:01 - Money & family: time preference, children, and society’s horizon
38:45 - Nations, gold repricing, and why the U.S. advantage may persist
43:20 - Inside the Blocksize Wars: uncertainty, secession & antifragility
55:09 - Is Bitcoin a store of value?
58:29 - Proof of Keys: origin story, purpose & January 3rd culture
1:00:56 - The Seven Network Effects
1:05:01 - Global adoption, tax code, and Bitcoin’s persistence
1:07:12 - “Bitcoin changes you” & personal sacrifices
1:20:47 - Lessons from WWII & proof of work in life
1:22:05 - Closing thoughts
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Jesse Myers - Is This The Future Of Bitcoin?
Saison 1 · Épisode 241
lundi 11 août 2025 • Durée 01:15:08
In this episode, I chat with Jesse Myers, aka “Croesus” on X, a Bitcoin strategy advisor and former co-founder of OnRamp Bitcoin. With an MBA from Stanford and experience at Bain & Company, Jesse is now leading Bitcoin strategy at SmarterWeb and advising UTXO Management.
We dive deep into the rise of Bitcoin treasury companies—how they’re reshaping capital markets, unlocking trapped fiat, and potentially becoming the most valuable companies in the world.
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––– Chapters –––
00:00 – Intro
01:05 –Jesse Myers: background and focus
03:12 – Why Bitcoin treasury companies? The “elephant in the room”
04:05 – From maxi to treasuries: the journey and mindset shift
Scott Dedels - Time, Energy, Money: How Bitcoin Rewrites Reality
Saison 1 · Épisode 240
lundi 4 août 2025 • Durée 01:34:49
In this episode, I chat with Scott Dedels, co-CEO of Block Reward, host of the Block Reward Podcast, and author of The Dao of Bitcoin: Towards a Cosmology of Energy Money. Together, we dive deep into the nature of time, monetary entropy, and Bitcoin’s role in reshaping our collective experience.
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––– Chapters –––
00:00 - Intro
01:05 - Welcoming Scott Back!
06:05 – Bitcoin Alive 2025: The Value of Time
Stephan Livera - Paper Bitcoin or not, Bitcoin is going to $10 Million
Saison 1 · Épisode 239
lundi 28 juillet 2025 • Durée 01:15:00
In this episode, I chat with Stephan Livera, Bitcoin educator, host of the Stephan Livera Podcast, and advisor at Bold Bitcoin. We explore his journey of escaping the lockdowns in Australia to build a new life in Dubai, and how his libertarian values and understanding of Bitcoin economics shaped that decision.
Stephan also shares his thoughts on cycles, proof of reserves, the role of stablecoins, and the long-term outlook for hyperbitcoinization.
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––– Chapters –––
00:00 - Intro
01:09 - Escaping Australia and the Birth of a New Life in Dubai
06:34 - How Bitcoin and Libertarianism Shaped Stephan’s Exit
12:09 - Feeling Disconnected from Home and Becoming a Global Citizen
16:24 - The Allure of Dubai and Its Strategic Advantages
Mandrik - Pain, Purpose and Proof of Work
Saison 1 · Épisode 238
lundi 21 juillet 2025 • Durée 01:44:28
In this episode, I chat with Mandrik, a legendary Bitcoin OG who’s been around since 2011. He shares deep honest reflections on proof of work, health and hardship.
We talk about what it was like working customer support during Mt. Gox, the emotional impact of long bear markets, and why kindness, consistency, and situational awareness matter.
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––– Chapters –––
00:00 - Intro
Jesse Meyers - This Is A Species Defining Moment
Saison 1 · Épisode 237
lundi 14 juillet 2025 • Durée 01:09:04
In this episode, I chat with Jesse Myers, a Bitcoin strategy advisor and the author of the essay Once-in-a-Species. He shares deep excitement for Bitcoin treasury companies and how they might be the gateway for TradFi capital to enter Bitcoin at scale.
We also dive deep into the evolutionary roots of money and how the innate human drive for scarcity laid the groundwork for the concept of money, civilization itself, and ultimately Bitcoin as the perfection of scarcity.
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––– Chapters –––
00:00 - Intro
01:04 - Jesse's Bitcoin Journey
02:03 - “Once in a Species”: What Inspired the Essay
02:53 - Nick Szabo, Shell Beads & Proto-Money
Knut Svanholm - Wake Up Now
Saison 1 · Épisode 236
lundi 7 juillet 2025 • Durée 55:54
In this episode of the Bitcoin Matrix Podcast, I chat with Knut Svanholm, a former seafarer turned philosopher and the mind behind the “Bitcoin Infinity” meme.
We explore the philosophy of freedom, how Bitcoin changes human interactions, and what it truly means to live without fear in an age of paper Bitcoin and clown world distractions.
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––– Chapters –––
00:00 - Intro
01:06 - Knut’s Recent Work and Bitcoin Infinity Academy
The Most Honest George Bodine Interview EVER!
Saison 1 · Épisode 235
lundi 30 juin 2025 • Durée 01:09:03
In this episode, I chat with the most interesting Bitcoiner out there, George Bodine. He opens up about his unshakable Bitcoin conviction, the painful distance it’s caused with his son, and his deep desire to leave behind generational wealth and wisdom.
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––– Chapters –––
00:00 - Intro
01:16 - The Most Interesting Bitcoiner
03:00 - From Fighter Jets to Fine Art
How One Family Built a Bitcoin Business From Rock Bottom
Saison 1 · Épisode 234
lundi 23 juin 2025 • Durée 40:06
In this episode, I chat with Pablo from Panties for Bitcoin, a family-run business that designs high-quality undergarments. He shares the economic realities of Argentina, the dangers of hyperinflation, and the passion behind creating a slow-fashion Bitcoin brand.
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––– Chapters –––
00:00 - Intro
01:00 - From Argentina to Canada: A Family Business Legacy
03:00 - Early Career in Underwear Manufacturing
05:00 - Economic Crisis & Emigration Story
08:00 - Hyperinflation in Argentina Explained
10:30 - First Encounters with Bitcoin
Eric Balchunas: The Next Phase of Bitcoin Has Already Begun
Saison 1 · Épisode 233
lundi 16 juin 2025 • Durée 01:29:52
In this episode, I chat with Eric Balchunas, senior ETF analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence and author of The Bogle Effect. We dive into the life and legacy of Jack Bogle, the founder of Vanguard, and explore the evolution of Bitcoin ETFs.
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DISCLAIMER: All views in this episode are our own and DO NOT reflect the opinions/views of any of our guests or sponsors.
I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing.
Thank you for listening!
04:14 - Philosophical Direction of Bitcoin in 2025
06:18 - Is Bitcoin Divine or Merely Civilized?
07:38 - Directional Libertarianism and Fiat Jobs
09:06 - Bitcoin, Hope, and Time Preference
11:33 - Money Printing: Conspiracy or Human Nature?
13:06 - Shawshank, Hope, and Government Overreach
16:08 - Free Will, Clown World, and Observations
20:06 - Ownership vs. Possession in Bitcoin
23:07 - Confidence, Satoshis, and Identity
29:20 - Bitcoin as the Internet’s Missing Layer
30:31 - FUD, Media, and Psychological Filters
33:34 - Stoicism, Thought, and Reality Control
38:09 - Past Regrets and Mindfulness in the Moment
41:35 - Thought Observation and Creative Flow
44:23 - Reflection, Growth, and Staying Grounded
46:49 - Generational Wealth and Responsibility
50:24 - Infinity Divided by 21 Million
52:15 - Can Bitcoin Be Broken?
54:42 - Final Thoughts
DISCLAIMER: All views in this episode are our own and DO NOT reflect the opinions/views of any of our guests or sponsors.
I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing.
Thank you for listening!
04:40 - Trailer Parks, Childhood, and Grit
07:18 - The Top Gun Years
09:27 - Stories About Tom Cruise and Life Lessons from Top Gun
11:50 - Post-Navy Hustles: Cab Driving and Cop Life
16:06 - Reinvention and Resilience
18:26 - Art, Creativity, and Mining Behind the Canvas
22:19 - Living the Bitcoin Life
26:14 - Advice to Plebs Still Grinding
29:52 - What If You Were a Young, Free Bitcoiner?
35:01 - Facing Fear and Surviving Tough Times
41:18 - Shark Encounter While Scuba Diving
43:40 - Bowhunting Elk and the Challenge of Nature
45:39 - Roman History, Plebs, and Humility
48:53 - Freedom, Kindness, and a Life Well-Lived
53:50 - Envy, Wealth, and the Bitcoin Divide
55:49 - Father’s Day Reflections and Family
01:01:04 - Leaving a Legacy and Having Enough
01:06:18 - Final Reflections: Honor, Kindness, and Purpose
DISCLAIMER: All views in this episode are our own and DO NOT reflect the opinions/views of any of our guests or sponsors.
I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing.
Thank you for listening!
13:00 - Cancer Diagnosis & a Life-Changing Pivot
16:00 - Creating a Bitcoin-Centric Brand
18:00 - Getting the Family on Board with Bitcoin
20:00 - Bitcoin Conferences & Community Growth
23:00 - Trading vs. Building Value
25:00 - Bitcoin-Only Business Philosophy
27:00 - The Role of Design & Quality in Their Brand
30:00 - Embracing “Slow Fashion” on a Bitcoin Standard
32:00 - Working with Family & Bitcoin-Fueled Unity
34:00 - Lessons on Uncertainty, Growth & Inspiration
DISCLAIMER: All views in this episode are our own and DO NOT reflect the opinions/views of any of our guests or sponsors.
I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing.
Thank you for listening!
12:09 - Comparing Bogle and Satoshi
22:19 - Origin Story of Vanguard
24:45 - Launching the First Index Fund
28:51 - The Sacrificial Ethos of Bogle
34:46 - Buffett’s Tribute and Endorsement
37:03 - Who Are the Bogleheads?
42:09 - Bogle’s Take on ETFs and Trading
44:59 - Frankenstein’s Monster: Thematic ETFs
49:46 - The Art of Doing Nothing
50:56 - Inflation, Bitcoin, and the Real Return
53:18 - Comparing Bitcoin and U.S. Stocks
54:45 - Bogle’s Take on Trustless Money and Banks
58:33 - Eric’s Journey into Bitcoin via ETF Filings
01:04:55 - TradFi’s Shift After the Bitcoin ETF Approval
01:05:37 - BlackRock, Fidelity & the Legitimization of Bitcoin
1:13:17 - ETFs response to a Major Drop in Bitcoin's Price
1:19:40 - The Two Things that Convinced Eric About Bitcoin
1:24:10 - How Has Bitcoin Changed Eric
DISCLAIMER: All views in this episode are our own and DO NOT reflect the opinions/views of any of our guests or sponsors.
I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing.
Thank you for listening!
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