In this episode we are joined by Jimmy Song: developer, educator, and author of 4 Bitcoin books including his newest title “Fiat Ruins Everything”. Jimmy walks us through his reflections on the bitcoin adoption he has witnessed in his travels and the growth of bitcoin communities around the world. We learn more about his book “Fiat Ruins Everything”. We question the nature of AI, agency, and propaganda. And then we dive deep into religion, with a debate on atheism, morality, Christianity, and th...
Oct 10, 2023•1 hr 54 min•Ep. 58
This is the first episode of something new that we're tentatively titled "Freedom Footprint and Friends" - a more casual hangout style with our friends. We've enjoyed making 2 episodes a week so much that we want to keep doing that, and when we don't have a second regular episode to release each week, we'll do something like this, or something with just Luke and Knut - we'll see! In this episode, we're joined by Ioni Appelberg, and we talk about the recently released video by Ioni, Knut, and Guy...
Oct 07, 2023•45 min•Ep. 57
In this episode we are joined by Robert Breedlove, host of the "What is Money?" show - home to some of the best deep-dive series into the world of money and Bitcoin, including the Saylor series with Michael Saylor. Our conversation today is inspired by many of the books that have defined our personal experiences and bitcoin journeys: - Maps of Meaning by Jordan Peterson - Human Action by Ludwig von Mises - Economic Science and the Austrian Method by Hans-Hermann Hoppe - Lila by Robert Pirsig We ...
Oct 03, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 56
In this episode we are joined by Dhruv Bansal, the co-founder of Unchained Capital, a financial services company building products for long-term bitcoin holders. Today we explore the relationship between physics and economics; we discover all about Unchained Capital and the relevance of collaborative custody for long-term holders; we discuss KYCs and the future of bitcoin regulations, and finally, we deep dive into quantum computing and the interplanetary horizons of the blockchain. Connect with...
Sep 29, 2023•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 55
In this episode we're joined by Bob Burnett, CEO at Barefoot Mining. His life trajectory has taken him from working on the first personal computer to discovering Austrian economics to a burning passion for Bitcoin and Bitcoin mining. Today we dive deep into Bitcoin mining. We learn about pools, how they operate, the risks and threats that they face; from blocksize to blocktime, and how the role of miners will change with time; but we also talk about the ins and outs of operating a company within...
Sep 26, 2023•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 54
A unique and special episode of the Freedom Footprint Show with our dear friend and brother, Izzy, CEO of AmberApp! This is our most raw and personal episode, filled with equal measure of funny and deep moments. Find out why Izzy follows the Orange Glowing Light 🟠🌟💡 Recorded in person at Baltic Honeybadger 2023. Key Points Discussed: 🔹 The moment Bitcoin clicked for Izzy and changed his life 🔹 Challenges and triumphs in understanding and advocating Bitcoin 🔹 The strategic direction and eth...
Sep 22, 2023•1 hr 59 min•Ep. 53
In this episode we have a very special guest returning to our podcast: Erik Cason - Bitcoin philosopher, crypto-anarchist, cypherpunk and good friend of the show. Erik is with us in person this time, recorded at Baltic Honeybadger 2023, to take walk through history, philosophy, politics, Bitcoin and more. In this episode, we talk about Erik’s views on Cryptosovereignty, the topic of his book of the same name. We also draw parallels between the atomic bomb and the risks that AI poses, we reflect ...
Sep 19, 2023•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 52
In today’s episode, we’re joined by Tuur Demeester, editor-in-chief at Adamant research and longtime Bitcoiner. In this in person, interview, recorded at Baltic Honeybadger 2023 we explore a wide range of topics. We discuss the connection between Bitcoin and Austrian economics, we explore trends in Bitcoin adoption, and we explore Bitcoin’s resiliency. We even cover how we can avoid the biggest long-term threat to Bitcoin! Connect with Tuur on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TuurDemeester Check out...
Sep 15, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 51
Joining us is none other than Dr. Adam Back: co-founder and CEO of Blockstream, the mind behind HashCash and a true OG bitcoiner. In today’s, in person, interview, recorded at Baltic Honeybadger 2023, shoutout HodlHodl, we dive into plenty of important topics. We discuss Blockstream’s current projects, we explore the developments of Bitcoin’s second layer solutions and we debate their use cases after hyperbitcoinization. We even touch on the Drivechain debate. Connect with Adam on Twitter: https...
Sep 12, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 50
In this episode we have Ryan MacLeod, also known as NuclearBitcoinr on Twitter, for a discussion about the intersection between #Bitcoin and nuclear energy! Ryan is an advocate for bitcoin mining with nuclear power. Upon understanding how mining works, he assembled the team that won the North American Young Generation in Nuclear's Innovation 4 Nuclear idea competition. It is his belief that mining has the capability to resolve many economic liabilities associated with nuclear power and unleash i...
Sep 08, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 49
In today’s episode, we discuss the all-important concept of how best to take self-custody of your Bitcoin with Samuel Harjunpää, CEO of Xellox. We discuss topics such as how to store Bitcoin the safest way, how Bitcoin and digital identity are related, and how Samuel went all-in on Bitcoin at a young age by co-founding Xellox. Connect with Samuel at Xellox on Twitter: https://twitter.com/xelloxwallet 00:00:00 - Samuel's Background and Founding Xellox 00:11:08 - Xellox's Hardware Wallet Developme...
Sep 05, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 48
In this episode we're joined by Andrew Howard, CBDO at The Bitcoin Reserve, to hear his story about leaving Christianity. We also dissect atheism, agnosticism, and discuss the human need for a belief system. We draw connections between religion and statism and even draw parallels between Norse mythology and the emerging #Bitcoin mythology. Connect with Andrew on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Andrew_J_Howard 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:11 - Welcoming Andrew Howard 00:05:14 - Leaving Christianity 00:16:...
Aug 29, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 47
The Bitcoin Infinity Day Special is here! Streaming live from the BTCX offices in Stockholm and FFS Headquarters in Helsinki, we were joined by so many amazing guests: Ioni Appelberg Peter Dunworth Michael Dunworth Prince Filip Daniel Prince Lawrence Lepard Andre Loja Hodlonaut Erik Cason Luke Broyles Anil Patel Samuel Harjunpää Matteo Pellegrini Brian De Mint Jeff Booth Max Hillebrand Samson Mow Giacomo Zucco This episode marks the Freedom Footprint Show anniversary, we are in Year 2 of the sho...
Aug 22, 2023•4 hr 24 min•Ep. 46
Today we keep exploring a topic that we’ve been interested in for a while: the role of Bitcoin in creating and safeguarding generational wealth. To do this we welcome Jake Woodhouse, bitcoiner, fellow podcaster and Bitcoin Adviser partner, that will tell us his story and his experience with Bitcoin Adviser, why he became a partner and how they are trying to help people preserve their wealth through bitcoin. Connect with Jake on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeBTCAdviser Connect with the Bitcoin...
Aug 15, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 45
This episode is an immersive deep-dive with Michael Dunworth, famous for his timelocking experiment and for taking the whole bottle of orange pills! Our conversation ventures beyond the surface level as we grapple with complex ideas surrounding Bitcoin. We explore its intense energy consumption, its purposeful nature and the intricacies involved in Bitcoin denominations and time locking. Michael offers rich insights into the philosophical nuances of intersubjective time, the Bitcoin Z-axis, and ...
Aug 08, 2023•2 hr 2 min•Ep. 44
In this episode, we're joined by Andrew M. Bailey, philosophy professor, Bitcoin researcher, and co-author of Resistance Money: A Philosophical case for Bitcoin. Our conversation takes a deeper look at the psychological effects of Bitcoin, the journey to Bitcoin, and the concept of green mining. We discuss how Bitcoin can boost self-confidence among long-term holders and act as a safety net in unforeseen circumstances. We also highlight Andrew's journey from his philosophy background and teachin...
Aug 01, 2023•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 43
In today's episode we're joined by Nick Malster, co-founder of Fountain, a value for value podcasting app powered by the Lightning Network. Today we take a peek behind the scenes at Fountain, how it started and all the exciting things coming in the future for creators and listeners. We discuss podcasting 2.0, modern content industries vs value for value, the future of monetization and more. Connect with Nick on Twitter: https://twitter.com/nickmalster Connect with Fountain on Twitter: https://tw...
Jul 25, 2023•45 min•Ep. 42
In this episode we welcome investment manager and Bitcoin advocate Lawrence Lepard. We discuss inflation, deflation, the current failures of the banking system, the time frame of hyperbitcoinization, the ossification of bitcoin, and much more. Connect with Lawrence on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawrenceLepard 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:30 - Welcoming Lawrence Lepard 00:03:08 - Dealing with Twitter 00:06:05 - Madeira Connections 00:07:57 - Orange Pilling Techniques 00:10:19 - Hyperbitcoinization 00...
Jul 18, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 41
In this episode we are joined by Brian De Mint, author of Bitcoin Evangelism and Chief Marketing Officer at Orange Pill App. Today we dig more into how Orange Pill App is connecting Bitcoiners around the world, we discuss Bitcoin’s marketing problem, and we hear about how Brian is spreading the bitcoin message to no-coiners and alt-coiners through his book, Bitcoin Evangelism. Connect with Brian on Orange Pill App! And also on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianDeMint 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:41 - ...
Jul 11, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 40
In this episode of the Freedom Footprint show, we are joined by Dan Leslie, Business Development Manager at HashX Mining. In the episode, we’ll shed some light into the world of bitcoin mining, in a deep dive that is both technical and philosophical. Beyond mining, we’ll discuss human cooperation, positivity and toxicity in the bitcoin community, the mysticism of Proof of Work, the relationship between bitcoin and energy, and much more. Connect with Dan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/0dannboy C...
Jul 04, 2023•1 hr 46 min•Ep. 39
In this episode we host Samson Mow, formerly of Blockstream, CEO of Jan3, and one of the most important figures in the blocksize wars. In this episode, we’ll learn all about Jan3, we’ll discuss the relationship between nation-states and bitcoin, and we explore how governance might look like in the future. Connect with Samson on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Excellion Follow Jan3 on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JAN3com 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:42 - Introducing Samson Mow + BTCPrague Recap 00:04:18 -...
Jun 27, 2023•51 min•Ep. 38
In this episode of the Freedom Footprint Show, we're joined by Michael Saylor, the executive chairman of MicroStrategy and a renowned Bitcoin visionary. Recorded in person at BTC Prague, this episode delves into the transformative power of Bitcoin, discussing its impact on violence, the concept of maximalism, and the philosophy of Bitcoin as a sacrificial act. Michael Saylor's unique insights provide a thought-provoking perspective on the future of Bitcoin and its role in shaping individual sove...
Jun 20, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 37
In this episode we’re joined by Rahim Taghizadegan the last Austrian economist of the Austrian school. He has written more than a dozen books and is the founder of the private university scholarium in Vienna, where the Austrian School is kept alive. In our conversation, among other things, we discuss the history of Austrian economics, we cover why Keynesian economics is a scam, and of course, the role of Bitcoin in enabling a future based on real trust. Connect with Rahim on Twitter: https://twi...
Jun 13, 2023•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 36
In this episode we welcome Andreas Franke, aramedic, therapist, hypnotherapist and founder of Pleb Coach, a service that provides counseling and support on the topics of Bitcoin, sustainability and digitization. Andreas tells us all about his near death experience, and together we discuss trauma, stoicism, fear, invisible enemies, the dangers of isolation and how Bitcoin can help us envision a better future. Connect with Andreas on Twitter: https://twitter.com/neacos_official The Pleb Coach webs...
Jun 06, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 35
In this episode we are joined by Alexander Bard - Swedish musician turned philosopher and theologian. He is the co-author of 5 books, soon to be 6, including The Netocrats, The Global Empire, and Syntheism - Creating God in the Internet Age. He is a major proponent of Syntheism, a movement focused on how atheists and pantheists can achieve the same feelings of community and awe experienced in traditional theistic religions. This is a wide-ranging talk on many topics we’ve never tackled before. W...
May 30, 2023•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 34
In this episode we are joined by Ivan Makedonski from Breez to discuss his interesting and very personal orange pilling journey. We discuss hyperbitcoinization, bitcoin’s role as a generational wealth safekeep and as a shield against violence. We also debate the sovereign individual thesis and we learn more about Breez and its services. Connect with Ivan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Nackoo2000 Nostr: nackoo2000@nostrplebs.com 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:10 - Introduction to Ivan 00:04:08 - Ivan's ...
May 23, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 33
In this episode we talk to Erik Cason: Bitcoin philosopher, Crypto-anarchist, cypherpunk and author of numerous essays on the ramifications of bitcoin. We discuss so many topics: from philosophy, history and politics, to praxeology and religion; and thanks to Erik we’ll explore them through the lens of cryptography. This is a packed episode! Connect with Erik on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Erikcason Erik's website: http://cryptosovereignty.org/ 00:02:10 - Welcoming Erik Cason 00:08:29 - Anger S...
May 16, 2023•1 hr 56 min•Ep. 32
In this episode, we're joined by Bitcoin Shoter, bitcoiner, independent filmmaker and storyteller. We’ll talk about his experience in El Salvador, shooting his short film “Comeback Country”, his plans for a full length movie and hopes for the future. From his first time spending sats to a discussion about the symbiotic nature of bitcoin, we have a lot to dive into! Connect with Shooter on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BitcoinShooter Shooter's website: https://bitcoinshooter.com/ 00:02:35 - Introd...
May 09, 2023•59 min•Ep. 31
In this episode, we're joined by our friend Peter Dunworth, bitcoiner and financial advisor from Sydney, Australia We’ll get to know Peter and his experience introducing people to bitcoin in his day to day life, and we cover a whirlwind of interesting topics: from bitcoin’s immutable ledger and its informational nature, to the importance of self custody and the Time locking function of bitcoin. Connect with Peter on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dunworth_peter Check out Peter's website for his ad...
May 02, 2023•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 30
In this episode we are joined by Anil Patel, @anilsaidso on Twitter, author of “The Bitcoin Handbook: Key Concepts in Economics, Technology, and Psychology”. Join us as we take a peek behind the scenes of Anil’s book, and we discuss visual learning, the importance of “arming” people with bitcoin knowledge and making it accessible. Banking systems, the “bitcoin marketing funnel” and the art of orange pilling; this and much more in today’s episode. Connect with Anil on Twitter: https://twitter.com...
Apr 25, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 29
