In this episode, Lightning developer at ZBD Pay and organizer of TABConf Mike Tidwell joins the show to discuss the experimental, community-driven format of TABConf, the hotly contested future of the Lightning Network, rising concerns over quantum computing, and the philosophical divides between Bitcoin Core and Knots. We also explore how governance, user participation, and mempool policies will shape the future of Bitcoin. Enjoy! — Follow Mike: https://x.com/miketwenty1 Follow Rizzo: https://x....
Oct 16, 2025•1 hr 34 min
In this episode, return guest Pierre Rochard debates the future of Bitcoin’s protocol rules, the cultural shift brought by ordinals and Taproot, and the role of spam mitigation and OP_RETURN, including the incentives of miners versus node operators and the legal and political risks posed by arbitrary data on Bitcoin. We dive into governance, incentives, and whether dissenting implementations like Knots can meaningfully shape Bitcoin’s future. Enjoy! — Follow Pierre: https://x.com/BitcoinPierre F...
Oct 14, 2025•1 hr 4 min
In this episode, Founder & Managing Partner at Alpine Fox Mike Alfred explains why this bull run could stretch into 2026–27, how institutions and treasury companies are changing the game, and why retail is still asleep. He also dives into the risks and narratives shaping the market, how investors should think about balancing Bitcoin with Bitcoin proxies like miners, and why he’s fading the Bitcoin Knots drama. Enjoy! — Follow Mike: https://x.com/mikealfred Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_ri...
Oct 09, 2025•45 min
In this episode, Mike Schmidt of Brink unpacks Bitcoin’s current technical war. We cover misconceptions about Bitcoin Core, the heated debate around OP_RETURN and relay policies, the role of node operators versus popular will, how funding and incentives shape development, and the risks of multiple implementations. Enjoy! — Follow Mike: https://x.com/bitschmidty Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Bl...
Oct 07, 2025•47 min
In this episode, Founder of Lava Shehzan Maredia explains how Bitcoin-backed loans, yield products, payroll conversion, and self-custody tools through Lava are enabling people to live on a Bitcoin standard while avoiding sales, taxes, and centralized risk. Enjoy! — Follow Shehzan: https://x.com/MarediaShehzan 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/+SpmLg6...
Oct 02, 2025•38 min
Live from the Origin Summit, hosted by Story and Blockworks, Co-Founder of BitMEX & CIO of Maelstrom Arthur Hayes shares his macro view on the erosion of Fed independence, inevitable money printing, and how these forces intersect with crypto markets. He covers Bitcoin’s performance versus gold and stocks, the political choices around AI’s productivity boom, and why DeFi, stablecoins, and new decentralized trading models are at the heart of the next cycle. Enjoy! __ Follow Arthur: https://x.c...
Sep 30, 2025•26 min
In this episode, prolific Bitcoin Core contributor Murch discusses the forthcoming Bitcoin Core v30 release. We explore the evolution of the release process, the shift from legacy Berkeley DB wallets to descriptor wallets, new features for power users and businesses, performance gains like faster indexing, upgrades to networking and mining interfaces, and the cultural debate around conservatism, protocol changes, and developer neutrality. Enjoy! — Follow Murch: https://x.com/murchandamus Follow ...
Sep 25, 2025•47 min
In this episode, Bruno Oliveira and his translator (Felipe Demartini) join the show to discuss Bruno’s journey turning cans into SATs. We discuss how his love of Bitcoin blossomed into a stacking opportunity to the tune of 22 SATS per can and how he plans to reach one whole Bitcoin. We also delve into why Brazil needs Bitcoin, Bruno’s Bitcoin children stories, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Bruno: https://x.com/sucateirocripto Follow Felipe: https://x.com/namcios Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizz...
Sep 23, 2025•19 min
In this episode, Pourteaux joins the show to discuss the rise of Ordinals and inscriptions on Bitcoin, the long-running debate over data storage on the blockchain, and how the controversy around Bitcoin Knots reflects deeper cultural and political shifts within the Bitcoin community. We also explore what this means for Bitcoin’s resilience, miner incentives, and its increasingly partisan perception in U.S. politics. Enjoy! — Follow Pourteaux: https://x.com/pourteaux Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/p...
Sep 18, 2025•49 min
In this episode, author of The Blocksize War Jonathan Bier joins the show to compare the ongoing dispute between Bitcoin Core and Bitcoin Knots with the 2015–2017 fork wars. We examine how both sides claim the “small-blocker” legacy, debate the role of fee markets and mining decentralization, and question whether Bitcoin should tolerate non-monetary data like Ordinals and inscriptions. Enjoy! — Follow Jonathan: https://x.com/jonathanbier Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shoc...
Sep 16, 2025•1 hr 8 min
In this episode, Rizzo & Shinobi from Bitcoin Magazine dive into the escalating dispute between Bitcoin Core and Bitcoin Knots, unpacking the ideological clash over arbitrary data in transactions, node vs. miner dynamics, and the legacy of the Fork Wars. They explore whether Bitcoin should be a neutral settlement layer or a strictly financial system, the technical realities of relay and consensus rules, and the rising social tensions around developer authority and dissent. Enjoy — Follow Shi...
Sep 11, 2025•52 min
In this episode, co-founder & CEO of Onramp Michael Tanguma argues that this Bitcoin cycle is fundamentally different due to the rising sovereign and institutional bid, suppressed volatility, and structural changes in custody. He explains why gold’s surge is a smoke detector for sound money adoption, why collaborative custody must evolve beyond self-storage and third-party custodians, and why 2022’s collapse was just a “dry run” for the risks ahead. Enjoy! — Follow Michael: https://x.com/MTa...
Sep 09, 2025•43 min
In this episode, Ed Juline discusses the explosive growth of Bitcoin treasury companies. Ed recounts his journey from early Bitcoin days to working with MicroStrategy, highlighting how “intelligent leverage” has unlocked institutional adoption. We also discuss whether cycles still matter, the risks and opportunities of Bitcoin treasury companies, geographic arbitrage in emerging markets, and how preferred shares and ETFs are shaping Wall Street’s interaction with Bitcoin. Enjoy! — Follow Ed: htt...
Sep 04, 2025•43 min
In this episode, Ledger CTO Charles Guillemet explains the importance of self custody. He breaks down the evolution of Bitcoin custody, the tradeoffs between ETFs and true self-custody, the importance of seed phrases, institutional adoption through Ledger Vault, and the challenges of making multisig and hardware wallets user-friendly. Charles also stresses that Bitcoin’s value as permissionless money depends on decentralization and self-custody, urging users to practice secure backups and verify...
Sep 02, 2025•42 min
In this episode, David Z. Morris breaks down the Roman Storm trial, explaining Tornado Cash’s origins, the split verdict, and why the case sets a critical precedent for financial privacy. He highlights how the jury’s hung decision reflects deeper debates about decentralization, crypto regulation, and the limits of state power over code. Enjoy! — Follow David: https://x.com/davidzmorris Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow Blockwork...
Aug 28, 2025•52 min
In this episode, RootstockLabs co-founder Diego Gutierrez explains how Bitcoin-backed stablecoins and decentralized financial primitives are enabling real-world adoption, especially in volatile economies like Argentina. He contrasts Rootstock’s vision of a Bitcoin-secured, censorship-resistant financial stack with more centralized systems like Ethereum or Solana. Diego also explores how stablecoins, tokenized assets, and even nation-states may converge on Bitcoin rails, and why institutional ado...
Aug 26, 2025•51 min
In this episode, Gabriel Shipton—brother of Julian Assange—joins the podcast to discuss Project Spartacus, a grassroots initiative inscribing WikiLeaks’ most sensitive archives onto the Bitcoin blockchain. By doing so, the project aims to preserve uncensorable historical records, highlight Bitcoin's original ethos as a tool for resistance, and protect the rights of whistleblowers and journalists. Shipton reflects on Julian’s impact, the need for publishing tools outside state control, and how Bi...
Aug 21, 2025•42 min
In this episode, CEO & Founder of 10x Capital Hans Thomas explains how Bitcoin treasury companies are becoming global “on-ramps” for digital asset adoption, leveraging public markets and the flywheel effect to compound holdings. He shares insights on raising capital from crypto whales and institutions, executing deals in emerging markets, and why execution and low-cost capital matter more than hype. Enjoy! — Follow Hans: https://www.linkedin.com/in/htnyc/ Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_riz...
Aug 19, 2025•48 min
In this episode, co-host of the Bitcoin Treasuries podcast Tim Kotzman breaks down the rapid rise of Bitcoin treasury companies beyond MicroStrategy, highlighting the opportunities in untapped global markets, the emergence of new investor metrics like Bitcoin-per-share and forward mNAV, and the challenges for retail investors navigating risk and jurisdictional complexity. He discusses company differentiation, the potential for M&A, the influence of institutional adoption, and why he expects ...
Aug 14, 2025•43 min
In this episode, Adrian Morris of True North argues that Bitcoin’s current market phase is fundamentally different from past cycles. He attributes prior boom-bust patterns less to the halving schedule and more to stimulus-driven speculation, noting that institutional ETFs, corporate treasuries, and reduced volatility are now creating a stronger, more stable bid. This “Stairway to Heaven” thesis envisions Bitcoin steadily stair-stepping higher rather than repeating extreme four-year cycles. Enjoy...
Aug 12, 2025•54 min
In this episode, author of Bitcoin Supercycle Michael Terpin explains why he believes the four-year Bitcoin cycle is still intact. He outlines his view that Bitcoin operates in "seasons" (spring, summer, fall, winter), with predictable post-halving behavior and diminishing returns. While macro forces and ETF inflows may distort short-term sentiment, Michael argues that human psychology and market structure still drive cyclical corrections. Enjoy! — Follow Michael: https://x.com/michaelterpin Fol...
Aug 07, 2025•52 min
In this episode, Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan explains why he thinks the four-year Bitcoin cycle is breaking down. He predicts a smoother, longer cycle ahead, driven by ETF flows, regulatory clarity, and a more mature market structure.While Rizzo wrestles with nostalgia for the classic boom-bust cycle, Hougan makes the case that “this time really is different.” Enjoy! — Follow Matt: https://x.com/Matt_Hougan Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockB...
Aug 05, 2025•43 min
In this episode, Maple Finance CEO Sidney Powell joins the show to discuss the evolving market for earning yield on Bitcoin. We explore the rise of Bitcoin treasury companies like MicroStrategy, the differences between capital structure-based returns and real onchain yield, and the role of staking and DeFi in delivering Bitcoin-native returns. Sid breaks down the risk profiles between tokenization and securitization, discusses Bitcoin Layer 2 competition, and shares why Maple is betting on the e...
Jul 31, 2025•42 min
In this episode, OG Bitcoiner Alp reflects on Bitcoin’s transformation from a fringe libertarian experiment to a mainstream political tool. They discuss the dilution of early Bitcoin culture, the lingering identity crisis among mid-cycle adopters, the myth of ongoing existential threats, and the shift from cypherpunk ideals to nation-state interests. Alp shares his skepticism of Bitcoin's co-option by U.S. political movements and emphasizes that while Bitcoin is no longer underground, its core f...
Jul 29, 2025•54 min
In this episode, Bitcoin veteran Jameson Lopp discusses the growing threat of quantum computing to Bitcoin’s cryptography. He breaks down his new Bitcoin Improvement Proposal (BIP) that aims to prevent a catastrophic supply shock by encouraging a network-wide migration to quantum-resistant addresses. Lopp explains the nuances of Shor’s algorithm, possible migration schemes, controversies around locking old funds, and his phased plan to protect user assets. We also touch on the state of Bitcoin L...
Jul 24, 2025•47 min
In this episode, Co-Founder of StarkWare Eli Ben-Sasson joins the show to explore the philosophical and technical crossroads between Bitcoin and Ethereum. He recounts the early hopes of building zk-tech on Bitcoin, the cultural rift that pushed innovation elsewhere, and why Bitcoin’s potential remains limited without soft forks. Eli argues for a future where Bitcoin’s principles—decentralization, verifiability, and self-custody—can scale globally through new cryptographic tools like ZK proofs an...
Jul 22, 2025•1 hr 5 min
In this episode, Didi Taihuttu—aka the "Bitcoin Family" patriarch—shares the origin story behind selling everything to go all-in on Bitcoin, from early GPU mining and Dogecoin experiments to surviving bear markets and living unbanked for nearly a decade. He discusses why he believes Bitcoin is the only true tool for financial freedom, the moral cost of traditional finance, and how the rise of stablecoins, Lightning, and crypto infrastructure shape a new global reality. Plus, how Bitcoin can empo...
Jul 17, 2025•48 min
In this episode, Founder & CEO of Surus.io Patrick Murck joins the show to reflect on Bitcoin’s rise to a fresh all-time high, its original mission of financial autonomy, and the tension between price appreciation and real-world use. He discusses stablecoins as dollar-compatible tools, why market structure reforms are stalled, and how his new company enables tokenized real-world assets with bankruptcy-remote custody. We also explore US regulatory history, accredited investor rules, and why c...
Jul 15, 2025•1 hr 11 min
In this episode, Alex B from Ark Labs joins the show to discuss how Arkade, a new Bitcoin scaling protocol, enables off-chain programmability without bridges, preserves self-custody, and avoids global state constraints. He discusses complementarity with Lightning, unlocking Bitcoin-native capital markets, programmable contracts, synthetic assets, and how Arkade could transform Bitcoin financial infrastructure – and more. Enjoy! — Follow Alex: https://x.com/bergealex4 Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/...
Jul 10, 2025•50 min
In this episode, CEO of Swan Cory Klippsten discusses Swan Bitcoin’s Series C raise and its partnership with a French semiconductor company pivoting into Bitcoin treasury accumulation. He explains the rise of leveraged Bitcoin equities, how these companies use debt markets to acquire Bitcoin, and the potential influx of institutional fixed income into Bitcoin. Cory breaks down risks, opportunities, and why he believes Bitcoin-focused financial institutions are inevitable – touching on market cyc...
Jul 08, 2025•42 min
