In this episode, Bitcoin core developer Peter Todd discusses the rise of Bitcoin Knots, censorship debates, op_return limits, miner incentives, the challenges of blocking ordinals and inscriptions, scaling via Lightning, the future of Bitcoin development, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Peter: https://x.com/peterktodd Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blockworks_ Supply Shock Telegram: https://t.me/+Spm...
Jul 03, 2025•58 min
In this special interview live from Permissionless IV, Rizzo sits down with Bitcoin OG & Core developer Jeff Garzik to reflect on Bitcoin’s early days, the culture shift from experimentation to ossification, and his belief that Bitcoin’s social and monetary network would have emerged regardless of specific developers. Garzik critiques Lightning as a failed detour, champions Layer 2s like Hemi for bringing programmability to Bitcoin, and stresses that Ethereum remains vital due to its develop...
Jul 01, 2025•1 hr 1 min
In this special bonus episode, we dive into the takeaways from Permissionless IV, unpacking the biggest industry narratives and themes shaping crypto today. We discuss the future of stablecoins, give a candid macro outlook, and explore how Big Tech is positioning itself as the next crypto overlord. Finally, we reflect on some predictions we got wrong – and what we learned from them. Enjoy! — Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave Follow Felix: https://x.com/fejau_inc Follow Boccaccio: https://x.co...
Jun 30, 2025•34 min
In this special episode of Supply Shock live from Permissionless IV, Pete Rizzo hosts a panel of top builders pushing the frontier of Bitcoin development: Jeff Garzik (Hemi), Muneeb Ali (Stacks), Eli Ben-Sasson (StarkWare), and Hong Kim (Core). They debate where to build in the Bitcoin ecosystem, the evolving use cases for Bitcoin L2s, and how to make BTC productive through lending, yield, and interoperability. The panel also explores the path to mass adoption, the limits of Bitcoin's base layer...
Jun 26, 2025•42 min
In this episode live from Permissionless, Milk Road founder Kyle Reidhead joins the show to discuss the drivers of Bitcoin demand, the impact of the Israel-Iran war, and whether crypto money will chase crypto IPOs, treasury companies, or something else. We also discuss Michael Saylor & Strategy, who wins the stablecoin boom, what the future for Bitcoin looks like, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Kyle: https://x.com/KyleReidhead Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://t...
Jun 24, 2025•38 min
In this special episode from the Empire podcast, Blockworks unveils its new Token Transparency framework—an initiative designed to close the information gap and bring much-needed clarity to the crypto space. Dan Smith, Head of Data at Blockworks, explains how this framework will reshape how token projects operate and why transparency is the key to crypto’s future. Enjoy! — Follow Dan: https://x.com/smyyguy Fallow Yano: https://x.com/JasonYanowitz Follow Empire: https://x.com/theempirepod Follow ...
Jun 18, 2025•1 hr 10 min
In this episode, Bitcoin historian Pete Rizzo joins the Milk Road Show to share his thesis on the coming explosion of Bitcoin treasury companies and why they may drive the next major inflow into Bitcoin. He explains why stablecoins and NFTs were once ignored just like Bitcoin treasuries are now, why thousands of firms—not dozens—might soon hold BTC, and how this could mirror past crypto waves like CoinMarketCap and the ICO boom. The episode also touches on meme coins, regulatory bottlenecks, tok...
Jun 17, 2025•48 min
This week, Rizzo is joined by Nolan Bauerle and Michael McSweeney for a heavyweight clash of Bitcoin visions: Jack Dorsey vs. Michael Saylor. The panel breaks down Dorsey’s developer-first, decentralized payments push versus Saylor’s Wall Street-centric, corporate treasury strategy. They debate who's funding Bitcoin’s future, who’s leading the charge in public perception, and which model holds up better under political and economic pressure. Enjoy! — Follow Nolan: https://x.com/countbtc Follow...
Jun 12, 2025•53 min
In this episode, Bitcoin OG Isaac Miller recounts his journey from HODLing coins in 2013 to becoming a cultural icon through viral videos and meme coins. He reflects on the shifting ethos of Bitcoin—from its cypherpunk roots to political adoption and corporate backing—while warning that many early believers have lost touch with the tech’s evolution. Miller also defends his engagement with meme coins and argues that Bitcoin remains a foundational freedom technology. Enjoy! — Follow Isaac: https:/...
Jun 10, 2025•1 hr 5 min
In this episode, veteran Bitcoin developer Matt Corallo joins to discuss why second layers like Lightning and Ark are essential for scaling Bitcoin — and why current laws put them at risk. He breaks down the regulatory blind spots threatening non-custodial wallet developers, and advocates for the Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act to preserve open-source Bitcoin innovation in the U.S. Corallo also challenges Bitcoin's cultural orthodoxy, pushing for realism on decentralization, L2 tradeoffs, an...
Jun 05, 2025•1 hr 17 min
Live from the Bitcoin 2025 conference, Adam Back and Sean Bill of Blockstream break down the quiet but massive shift underway as institutions, pensions, and sovereign funds begin allocating to Bitcoin. They discuss Blockstream's mining investment strategies, institutional Bitcoin income funds, and the rise of Bitcoin treasury companies like MicroStrategy. They explain how institutions are navigating custody, risk management, and public sentiment, while warning of potential excesses in debt-fuele...
Jun 03, 2025•40 min
In this episode, Rizzo & Nolan Bauerle dive into the race between MicroStrategy and BlackRock to become the largest holders of Bitcoin. They compare Michael Saylor’s singular, leveraged BTC accumulation strategy with Larry Fink’s sprawling ETF-driven approach at BlackRock. They explore how each firm’s structure, incentives, and regulatory realities impact their ability to scale Bitcoin ownership—and debate whether MicroStrategy could evolve into a Bitcoin-native version of BlackRock, or if B...
May 29, 2025•52 min
In this episode, Swedish MP Dennis Dioukarev discusses his viral proposal for Sweden to adopt a strategic Bitcoin reserve—an unprecedented move in the European Union. He breaks down the flawed logic of the Swedish Central Bank's dismissal, explains how Bitcoin aligns with values of freedom and transparency, and outlines the political path forward through Sweden’s governing coalition. Dennis also warns about the risks of CBDCs, defends individual financial sovereignty, and highlights the global r...
May 26, 2025•43 min
In this episode, Bitcoin Developer Sergio Lerner joins the show to discuss Bitcoin’s latest development battles–from the OP_RETURN data wars to the future of programmable Bitcoin through BitVMX. He argues that filtering Bitcoin transactions restricts innovation, outlines the real-world financial use cases enabled by protocols like RSK, and explains how new Bitcoin Layer 2s can enhance scalability and security without altering Bitcoin’s base layer. We also touch on Bitcoin’s long-term viability, ...
May 22, 2025•1 hr 4 min
In this episode, Ryan Selkis joins the show for his self-proclaimed 'last crypto interview' to discuss his whistleblowing about Mt. Gox’s insolvency, his role in securing Trump's support, and the controversy around him bringing the culture wars to crypto. We also delve into the FTX collapse, crypto vs. Bitcoin, and more. — Follow Ryan: https://x.com/twobitidiot Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Bl...
May 21, 2025•1 hr 21 min
In this episode, Chris Guida unpacks the OP_RETURN debate, argues that Bitcoin must protect its cultural values to survive, and warns that without strong norms, Bitcoin risks becoming Ethereum 2.0. He challenges the idea that Bitcoin is truly permissionless, critiques miner incentives, and defends filtering policies as vital to preserving decentralization. — Follow Chris: https://x.com/cguida6 Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow B...
May 15, 2025•1 hr 52 min
In this episode, cryptography legend Phil Zimmermann—creator of PGP—reflects on his role in the original “crypto wars,” the mixed societal impact of Bitcoin, and why he’s both intrigued by and cautious about Bitcoin’s role in human rights, crime, privacy, and global monetary systems. He applauds Bitcoin’s resistance to autocracy and surveillance but critiques its volatility, energy use, and criminal applications—offering a nuanced view of its legacy compared to PGP. Enjoy! — Follow Phil: https:/...
May 13, 2025•1 hr 17 min
In this episode, Janusz joins the show to discuss the growing tension in the Bitcoin community over layer two (L2) scaling, especially around rollups like Citrea. We also unpack a proposed change to the OP_RETURN limit, the ideological split between Bitcoin core devs and cultural purists (aka "filters"), and the implications for Bitcoin’s long-term scalability and security models. Enjoy! — Follow Janusz: https://x.com/januszg_ Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://...
May 08, 2025•1 hr 11 min
In this episode, Guy Malone and Adam Simecka join the show to discuss Roswell, New Mexico starting a strategic Bitcoin reserve, Bitcoin’s role in local governance, and how Roswell is approaching its Bitcoin custody. We also delve into building the new Fort Knox, Adam’s history in Bitcoin, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Guy: https://x.com/RichNFrenz Follow Adam: https://x.com/AdamSimecka Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow Blockworks: h...
May 06, 2025•41 min
In this episode, Rob Hamilton of Anchorwatch joins the show to discuss his company serving Bitcoin insurance to individuals and businesses, the corporate adoption narrative dominating this cycle, and the insurance and custody challenges for corporations holding Bitcoin. We also delve into shifting culture and values in crypto, whether the financialization of Bitcoin is a good thing, mapping the Bitcoin cycle top, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Rob: https://x.com/Rob1Ham Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pe...
May 01, 2025•1 hr 4 min
In this episode, Hunter Beast joins the show to discuss the quantum threat to Bitcoin, his BIP-360 proposal to address the existential problem, and the spectrum of Bitcoiners that are more or less vulnerable. We also delve into balancing Bitcoin rights and principles with crucial updates, the development process getting BIP-360 implemented before Q-Day, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Hunter: https://x.com/cryptoquick Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/Sup...
Apr 29, 2025•1 hr 10 min
This week, Rizzo and Nolan discuss Cantor, SoftBank, Tether and Jack Mallers teaming up to create a competitor to Strategy and the vision for their new company Twenty One. We also delve into the shifting focus in Bitcoin from Main Street to Wall Street, the narrative dominating this cycle, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Nolan: https://x.com/countbtc Follow Michael: https://x.com/mpmcsweeney Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow Blockwork...
Apr 24, 2025•54 min
In this episode, James O'Beirne joins the show to discuss the core theoretical and developer problems Bitcoin needs to address, the evolving vision for Bitcoin, and how the modern day crypto ecosystem grew from Bitcoin limitations and experimentation. We also delve into the leadership problem in Bitcoin, the hostile approach to Bitcoin developers and upgrades, and more. Enjoy! — Follow James: https://x.com/jamesob Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/S...
Apr 22, 2025•1 hr 21 min
This week, we discuss China and Asia reevaluating their crypto policy, McDonald’s shareholders pushing for Bitcoin Treasury plans, and Trump & El Salvador President Bukele meeting at the White House. We also delve into Trump’s newest crypto venture, and the Supreme Court ruling allowing Trump to fire head’s of independent agencies, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Nolan: https://x.com/countbtc Follow Michael: https://x.com/mpmcsweeney Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: htt...
Apr 17, 2025•59 min
In this episode, Grant McCarty of the Bitcoin Policy Institute joins the show to discuss his early political engagements and origins of BPI, challenges and opportunities around implementing crypto legislation, and the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. We also delve into advancing Bitcoin as a debt instrument, the evolving political landscape, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Grant: https://x.com/grant_mccarty Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow...
Apr 15, 2025•56 min
In this episode, inventor of blockchain Scott Stornetta joins the show to discuss developing the first digital timestamping system, the key innovations and limitations of Bitcoin’s design, and why Bitcoin has not yet succeeded as real money. We also delve into his critique of proof-of-work, his thoughts on other crypto projects like Ethereum, stablecoins, the importance of creating a digital identity system, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Scott: https://x.com/ScottStornetta Follow Rizzo: https://x.co...
Apr 08, 2025•1 hr 19 min
This week, we discuss whether we’re in a bull or bear market, Circle preparing for an IPO, and Fidelity giving the green light to crypto retirement investments. We also delve into GameStop buying Bitcoin, Eric Trump launching his American Bitcoin mining business, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Austin: https://x.com/KeepM3Weird Follow Nolan: https://x.com/countbtc Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Block...
Apr 03, 2025•54 min
In this episode, Bill Barhydt joins the show to discuss Michael Saylor saying he may burn the keys to his Bitcon before dying, crypto becoming a partisan issue with Trump’s embrace, and why the future of banking is decentralized. We also delve into why Ethereum has lost its way, Bitcoin vs the various L1s, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Bill: https://x.com/billbarX Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blo...
Apr 01, 2025•1 hr
In this episode, Bitaxe founder Skot joins the show to discuss the new wave of affordable Bitaxe miners, the permissionless nature of Bitcoin mining, and why proof-of-work is the ideal consensus mechanism. We also delve into the odds of mining a block, centralization in Bitcoin mining, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Skot: https://x.com/skot9000 Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blockworks_ Join Supply ...
Mar 27, 2025•1 hr 2 min
In this episode, Trace Mayer joins the show to discuss monetary sovereignty and the fourth turning, the government acquiring Bitcoin as a strategic reserve, and US-China economic warfare. We also delve into the historical perspective on digital currencies, early Bitcoiner’s navigating their immense wealth, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Trace: https://x.com/TraceMayer Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/...
Mar 26, 2025•55 min
