The Roman Calendar is Dead: NextBlock's Bitcoin Time Revolution How We're Opting Out of Arbitrary Time and Embracing Bitcoin's Natural Rhythm [Block # 901651][S04X21] In this season finale of Flirting with Bitcoin, Ian and Mandana reveal NextBlock's first offering: The Observatory - a timekeeping system that uncovers Bitcoin's hidden connection to ancient lunar cycles. Ian shares his groundbreaking discovery that Bitcoin's blockchain is actually a "pseudo-programmatic lunar calendar" with 26 dif...
Jun 24, 2025•48 min
The Gentrification of Bitcoin How language, power, and new money are reshaping Bitcoin’s culture. In this episode the hosts dive deep into the heated debate over whether Bitcoin’s smallest unit should be transformed as it goes mainstream. From the heated “bits vs SATs” debate to the influx of politicians, Wall Street, and corporate interests, they examine what’s gained and what’s lost when new money and new voices enter the space. With personal stories, sharp insights, and plenty of humor, this ...
Jun 10, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 20
The Cost of Ignoring Bitcoin What price are you paying by waiting? The perfect episode to share with friends and family who've dismissed Bitcoin in the past but might be ready to reconsider. Ian and Manana return to their roots, explaining why Bitcoin is the solution to our broken money system in accessible, compelling terms. With inflation rising and economic uncertainty growing, the hosts provide a timely and convincing case for Bitcoin adoption through real-world examples—including how they b...
May 13, 2025•58 min•Season 4Ep. 19
Attention Theft to Viewer's Choice What if advertising actually respected you? Mandana and Ian explore how the Bitcoin -powered Nostr protocol is revolutionizing digital advertising by testing ways to pay people viewing ads. They discuss projects like Zapertising, Buzzbot, and SIGs for SATs that are experimenting with paying users directly for their attention, rather than exploiting it. The couple examines how these alternatives contrast with their own project NextBlock and traditional social me...
Apr 29, 2025•48 min•Season 4Ep. 18
Staying Sovereign While Engineering Can AI replace Seed Funding? Mandana and Ian explore AI’s revolutionary role in tech development. They discuss their time in Madeira (a Bitcoin-friendly hub) working on NextBlock , the Sovereign Engineering Program , and how AI tools like LLMs empower creators to buildout more of their product without VC funding. Key themes include decentralized innovation, community-driven adoption, and reclaiming digital sovereignty. Interested in advertising on Billboard? E...
Apr 22, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Season 4Ep. 17
Zapstore, Cashu, Blossom, and Beyond New Tools for the Decentralized Digital World In this episode of " Flirting with Bitcoin ,” hosts Ian and Mandana explore their experiences at the Sovereign Engineering Program in Madeira, where they are developing NextBlock . They elaborate on the transition from describing the platform as an "advertising network" to referring to it as a "promotional content system," highlighting the need for adaptability beyond conventional advertising methods. The episode ...
Apr 02, 2025•53 min•Season 4Ep. 16
Interested in advertising on Billboard? Email us at adrevolution@joinnextblock.com In this episode of 'Flirting with Bitcoin,' Mandana & Ian explore the contrasting worlds Bitcoiners inhabit and the concept of sovereignty in the context of digital currency. They discuss the idea of living on a Bitcoin standard, the role of KYC (Know Your Customer) in modern financial systems, and the challenges of developing truly sovereign lifestyles. The conversation touches upon Bitcoin as an innovative f...
Mar 25, 2025•40 min
Interested in advertising on Billboard? Email us at adrevolution@joinnextblock.com In this episode of 'Flirting with Bitcoin,' Mandana & Ian explore the contrasting worlds Bitcoiners inhabit and the concept of sovereignty in the context of digital currency. They discuss the idea of living on a Bitcoin standard, the role of KYC (Know Your Customer) in modern financial systems, and the challenges of developing truly sovereign lifestyles. The conversation touches upon Bitcoin as an innovative f...
Mar 04, 2025•40 min•Season 4Ep. 14
Interested in advertising on Billboard? Email us at adrevolution@joinnextblock.com In this episode of 'Flirting with Bitcoin,' Mandana & Ian explore the contrasting worlds Bitcoiners inhabit and the concept of sovereignty in the context of digital currency. They discuss the idea of living on a Bitcoin standard, the role of KYC (Know Your Customer) in modern financial systems, and the challenges of developing truly sovereign lifestyles. The conversation touches upon Bitcoin as an innovative f...
Feb 14, 2025•43 min•Season 4Ep. 13
Interested in advertising on Billboard? Email us at adrevolution@joinnextblock.com In this episode of 'Flirting with Bitcoin,' Mandana shares the major life decision of quitting her job to join her husband Ian full-time in their new venture, nextblock . The conversation highlights their passion for Bitcoin and the revolutionary potential of their new social media company which aims to create an honest marketplace for attention where users get paid to watch ads. The episode delves into their moti...
Feb 06, 2025•41 min•Season 4Ep. 12
Interested in advertising on Billboard? Email us at adrevolution@joinnextblock.com In this episode of 'Flirting with Bitcoin,' Mandana and Ian discuss the impact of Bitcoin on financial independence and its potential to improve the standard of living. They delve into how the Trump administration's policies may influence Bitcoin adoption and the broader cryptocurrency market, including the promised release of Ross Ulbricht. The hosts express concerns about scams and 'meme coins' and emphasize the...
Jan 30, 2025•54 min•Season 4Ep. 11
Interested in advertising on Billboard? Email us at adrevolution@joinnextblock.com In this episode of 'Flirting with Bitcoin,' Mandana & Ian discuss the challenges and skepticism they face from family members regarding Bitcoin's future. The couple debates Bitcoin's stability, addresses common misconceptions, and shares their experiences as entrepreneurs starting a Bitcoin-focused company. They highlight the role of Nostr and NextlBock in driving Bitcoin adoption, compare Bitcoin's rise to hi...
Jan 23, 2025•29 min•Season 4Ep. 10
Announcing NextBlock Billboard! Earn Bitcoin for your attention, support innovative projects, and explore a new era of social interaction. May 1st (…ish) mark your calendars! Interested in advertising on Billboard? Email us at adrevolution@nextblock.com 01:44 Introducing NextBlock Billboard 11:38 The Million Dollar Homepage Inspiration 15:56 Building NextBlock: Challenges and Insights 19:50 Emotional Reactions in Business Decisions 20:18 The Power of Self-Reflection 22:09 NextBlock's Suite of To...
Jan 16, 2025•39 min•Season 4Ep. 9
What Are The Tradeoffs of Requiring KYC On Social Media? In this episode we delve into the dynamic and ever-evolving world of Bitcoin and Nostr. Explore the impact of integrating Strike, as we discuss innovative solutions to common challenges faced by Bitcoin app developers. From the upcoming ban on TikTok in the U.S. to the intricacies of creating seamless financial transactions, this episode covers it all. Our journey takes us through the potential of Nostr as the next big social and economic ...
Jan 09, 2025•35 min•Season 4Ep. 8
Why VC Fund When You Can BTC Fund? In this episode of 'Flirting with Bitcoin,' Ian and Mandana discuss the intricacies of tech startups, funding in Silicon Valley, and the Bitcoin and Nostr ecosystem. They explore the challenges and strategies behind building their own company, nextblock , without relying on traditional VC funding. Emphasizing the importance of patience, technical leadership, and the unique dynamics of open-source projects, they delve into how Bitcoin's principles can redefine t...
Dec 31, 2024•50 min•Season 4Ep. 7
Join us on an electrifying journey as we take our groundbreaking social media app from an idea to the global stage at the Adopting Bitcoin Conference in El Salvador. We delve into the current state of Bitcoin and its integration with social media, emphasizing the potential of Nostr as the 'new internet' driving Bitcoin adoption. The episode features discussions on the innovative business model behind their new company, NextBlock , which enables users to earn Bitcoin by watching advertisements. T...
Dec 25, 2024•42 min•Season 4Ep. 6
From Flirting with Bitcoin to Redefining Attention: The Revolutionary Attention Marketplace In this episode, Ian and Mandana discuss their portable lessons on Bitcoin and the revolutionary concept of the 'Attention Marketplace'. As they gear up for the Adopting Bitcoin Conference in El Salvador, they delve into how Nostr is not just a new form of social media but a foundation for broader Bitcoin adoption. They explore the idea of trading attention for Bitcoin and the implications it has for adve...
Nov 14, 2024•53 min
Introducing NextBlock: Revolutionizing Social Media with Bitcoin and Nostr In this episode, join Ian and Mandana as they reveal their groundbreaking new venture, NextBlock, a social media app designed to pay users in Bitcoin for watching ads. They discuss their inspiration for the project, the innovative attention marketplace, and their experience launching the company at Nostradam in Amsterdam and NostraValley in Pennsylvania. Emphasizing decentralization, transparency, and user empowerment, th...
Oct 29, 2024•56 min
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