Join us as The Wise Rabbit shares his powerful journey from economics to activism, exploring the urgent need for climate action. In this thought-provoking discussion, we dive deep into the evolving role of Bitcoin in protest culture, the power of performance art in activism, and the importance of community in driving social change. 🌱 Discover the connection between decentralized activism, sustainability, and the Esperanto language as a tool for global cooperation. It's a conversation that blend...
Apr 08, 2025•1 hr 30 min
Catch up with Margot and Trey as they discuss their evolving roles in the podcast and their ambitious vision for the Progressive Bitcoiner nonprofit. Discover how Bitcoin can empower marginalized communities and drive positive change. From personal recovery insights to building a robust progressive movement, this conversation is packed with actionable insights and community-driven goals. EXCLUSIVE SPONSORS: BitBox : Get the open-source Bitbox02 Bitcoin only edition. It’s our favorite bitcoin har...
Mar 04, 2025•1 hr 21 min
In this conversation, Anjan Sundaram, a journalist and author, discusses his experiences in Rwanda, exploring themes of authoritarianism, the role of Western powers, and the personal narratives that shape journalism. He reflects on the complexities of living under a dictatorship, the normalization of fear, and the impact of international organizations on local governance. The discussion highlights the challenges of truth-telling in oppressive regimes and the importance of personal experience in ...
Jan 28, 2025•1 hr 36 min
In this conversation with Jason Brett, we discuss the implications of the recent election on Bitcoin and the cryptocurrency industry, focusing on the partisan dynamics that have emerged. They explore the role of key figures like Gary Gensler, the influence of super PACs, and the complexities of corporate involvement in politics. The discussion also touches on missed opportunities for political engagement and the need for a new strategy to educate and involve Democrats in the cryptocurrency conve...
Dec 17, 2024•1 hr 24 min
In this episode of the Progressive Bitcoiner podcast, host Margot Paez engages with Alan Minsky, the executive director of the Progressive Democrats of America, to discuss the upcoming presidential election and the evolving political landscape in the U.S. They reflect on the impact of the Occupy Wall Street movement, the role of progressive politics within the Democratic Party, and the challenges faced by candidates like Kamala Harris. The conversation also touches on the complexities of U.S. fo...
Oct 31, 2024•1 hr 34 min
Margot Paez on her return to independent journalism. Will this upset people inside and outside the world of bitcoin equally? Will The Progressive Bitcoiner's social media burst? Let's find out together! EXCLUSIVE SPONSORS: BitBox : Get the open-source Bitbox02 Bitcoin only edition. It’s my favorite bitcoin hardware wallet for you to take self-custody of your bitcoin and keep your private keys safe in cold storage. You, our listener! Thank you to our supporters. To support The Progressive Bitcoin...
Oct 28, 2024•5 min
"This is a call to action to the listeners. Only you can do it, the power is within you. That's how this works. It takes everybody—takes a village.” - Margot My guest today is Margot Paez. Margot is a climate change physicist and PhD candidate at the Georgia Institute of Technology, focusing on research relating to climate change statistical based modeling, bitcoin mining, and combating misinformation regarding bitcoin mining and the environment. She is also a Fellow at the Bitcoin Policy Instit...
Sep 24, 2024•1 hr 58 min
"Bitcoin calls upon all of us to act in some way, in some manner. You know, just because you bought it is the most basic thing that you can do." - Dr. Mark Stephany My guest today is Dr. Mark Stephany. Mark is the former host of The Progressive Bitcoiner, author and board-certified internal medicine physician. In this episode we discuss the challenges of promoting Bitcoin to progressives, the need for political engagement in Bitcoin, what taking action in the face of adversity may look like and ...
Sep 17, 2024•1 hr 47 min
"Nostr is like our lifeboat in the same sense that bitcoin is our lifeboat for money." - Will Casarin My guests today are Will Casarin and Roger Huang. Will is a nostr and Bitcoin developer and the founder of Damus . Roger is journalist having previously written for TechCrunch, VentureBeat, and currently is a contributor for Forbes and author of “ Would Mao Hold Bitcoin .” In this episode we explore the world of Nostr, a decentralized social network. We discuss freedom tech, censorship resistanc...
Sep 10, 2024•1 hr 22 min
“Bitcoin is a sort of systemic cleanup of the world's economy and the world's political economy as well.” My guests today are American HODL and Erik Cason. HODL is an OG Bitcoiner, speaking on bitcoin stages and podcasts around the world, and Erik is a crypto-anarchist and author of “ Cryptosovereignty: The Encrypted Political Philosophy of Bitcoin .” In this episode American HODL and Erik discuss how they shifted from traditional status-quo left political ideologies to embracing Bitcoin, critic...
Sep 03, 2024•1 hr 40 min
“When I think about US politics, the single-minded focus I have is reducing the probability of tail risk draconian anti-Bitcoin types of regulation.” - Lyn Alden My guest today is Lyn Alden, Founder of Lyn Alden Investment Strategy , GP at Ego Death Capital and BoD at Swan . In this episode we discusses the current U.S. political landscape and the importance of pushing for bipartisan support of Bitcoin, Bitcoin's role in global economics, the future of US fiscal policy, and the importance of fin...
Aug 27, 2024•1 hr 40 min
"We need to engage with skeptics' concerns about Bitcoin in a serious way." - Mike Brock My guest today is Mike Brock. Mike is Lead for TBD at Block, Inc . TBD is building infrastructure that enables everyone to access and participate in the global economy. In this episode we explore Bitcoin's place in democracy, discussing regulatory challenges, the founding fathers' vision for our nation and democracy, and the impact of social media on society. We delve into the importance of common good, patr...
Aug 20, 2024•2 hr 19 min
X spaces, August 16th, with Trey Walsh and Jason Maier discussing the recent Crypto4Harris Town Hall which featured many democratic politicians, industry leaders and more, with hopes to amplify the importance of Bitcoin/crypto to the Harris administration for positive change and policy. https://thehill.com/policy/technology/4829807-crypto-friendly-democrats-harris-campaign/ To learn more, visit our website Follow the pod on X | Nostr | Bluesky | Instagram | Threads | Facebook | LinkedIn | Join i...
Aug 18, 2024•54 min
"Getting that strategic reserve to be essentially a path forward to transition from the dollar to Bitcoin, is critical." - Pierre Rochard My guests today are Yael Ossowski and Pierre Rochard. Yael is Deputy Director at the Consumer Choice Center and a visiting fellow at the Bitcoin Policy Institute . Pierre is VP of Research at Riot Platforms . In this episode we explore the debate around a potential US Bitcoin Strategic Reserve, including legislation introduced by Representative Cynthia Lummis,...
Aug 13, 2024•59 min
"The fact that [Bitcoin] is used throughout the world in so many places now, I think speaks to how it resonates, and how useful it is and the need to dilute the power of tyrants wherever they are." - Roger My guest today is Roger Huang. Roger is an author and journalist having previously written for TechCrunch, VentureBeat, and currently is a contributor for Forbes . In this episode we discuss his new book, “ Would Mao Hold Bitcoin ?: The Past, Present and Future of Bitcoin in Techno-Nationalist...
Aug 06, 2024•1 hr 14 min
"This benefits everyone who wants truth. The only people that don't benefit from this are those that want to lie to you." - Carlos Toriello My guest today is Carlos Toriello from Simple Proof . Simple Proof enables institutions to enhance transparency and ensure the authenticity of documents by incorporating robust blockchain-based timestamping into their current processes, powered by Bitcoin. Carlos has also worked as a volunteer in several Guatemalan elections and is dedicated to promoting the...
Jul 30, 2024•1 hr 9 min
"Bitcoin is for everyone. I think a lot of people don't think that it really is, but it actually is." - Becca My guest today is Becca Bratcher. Becca is a former nurse, podcast host and the author of the newly released book, “ 21 Women in Bitcoin ,” which highlights the vital role that women play in shaping Bitcoin’s evolution and impact on society. In this episode we discuss and contrast the “crypto bro” narrative that Bitcoin often finds itself in with the reality that Bitcoin is used around t...
Jul 23, 2024•51 min
"Firefighters are like great risk managers and can understand holding and managing Bitcoin" - Pat O’Brien My guest today is training Captain Pat O’Brien repping the Taunton, Massachusetts fire department. These firefighters just made history as the 4th union in the U.S. to add Bitcoin to their balance sheet. How cool is that? Shoutout to Dom Bei and Proof of Workforce for the assistance they provide to unions like the one here in Taunton as they explore getting on and growing their exposure to B...
Jul 16, 2024•58 min
"Special interest lobbying, sadly, is effective." - David Bailey "I wanted Bitcoin to be this bipartisan bridge." - Jason Maier My guests today are David Bailey and Jason Maier. David is Founder & CEO of BTC Inc (Bitcoin Magazine, the Bitcoin Conference, UTXO) and Jason is a teacher and author of “ A Progressive’s Case for Bitcoin .” This debate, that serves more as an open discussion, delves into the controversial realm where Bitcoin intersects with US politics, focusing on Donald Trump's r...
Jul 09, 2024•1 hr 10 min
"We are really building towards the next millions of bitcoiners that will join the space, and we want to give them no excuse to keep their coins on an exchange." - Stadicus My guest today is Stadicus. Stadicus is a part of the team at Bitbox , working on Bitcoin hardware and self-custody solutions. In this episode we break down what hardware wallets are, security best practices, and the importance of owning and holding your own private keys. We discuss how Bitbox is making Bitcoin security acces...
Jul 02, 2024•55 min
"Bitcoin is going to do just fine. The adoption will keep going and the understanding will keep going. And the politicians will slowly come on board as the voters do." - Jason Maier My guest today is Jason Maier. Jason is a high school math teacher, educator, and author of “ A Progressive’s Case for Bitcoin .” In this episode we discusses the political landscape of Bitcoin, focusing on Trump's recent Bitcoin-friendly stance and its implications. We explore the need for a Democratic Bitcoin strat...
Jun 25, 2024•1 hr 5 min
"Bitcoin shouldn't operate like fiat. I see Bitcoin as a tool for freedom." - Anna Chekhovich My guest today is Anna Chekhovich. Anna is the Director of Finance at the Anti-Corruption Foundation , a nonprofit founded in 2011 by Russian opposition leader Alexei Nevalny seeking to educate and fight corruption and authoritarianism in Russia and beyond. She also teaches Bitcoin and financial freedom with the Human Rights Foundation . In this episode we discuss how Bitcoin empowers activists and free...
Jun 18, 2024•1 hr 25 min
“A system that works only when the people that you trust are in power is not a very good system." - Bradley Rettler My guest today is Bradley Rettler. Bradley is an Associate Professor of Philosophy at the University of Wyoming and author of “Resistance Money: A Philosophical Case for Bitcoin” (alongside Andrew Bailey and Craig Warmke ). In this episode we discuss his new book Resistance Money and explore Bitcoin's potential as a tool for empowerment, privacy, and resistance against authoritaria...
Jun 11, 2024•1 hr 18 min
"The reason why Bitcoin will ultimately succeed is because we are more committed to our success than those who oppose us are committed to our failure." - Avik Roy My guest today is Avik Roy. Avik has an extensive background in science, medicine and most recently public policy where he is currently President at The Foundation for Equal Opportunity and Research ( FREOPP ), a nonprofit think tank expanding economic opportunity to those who least have it. In this episode we discuss how Bitcoin align...
Jun 04, 2024•1 hr 19 min
"Privacy is a human right. It's not just something that criminals need." - Stacie Waleyko My guest today is Stacie Waleyko. Stacie is a Bitcoin developer and educator having previously worked as a developer for Casa , and now focusing on contributing to Bitcoin open source projects, Boston BitDevs , education via her website and zines and beyond. In this episode we discusses Bitcoin core development, the slow and deliberate process behind it, and the challenges faced by developers in a hostile r...
May 28, 2024•1 hr 18 min
"Bitcoin mining looks for the lowest cost power... that just happens to be renewable." - Kent Halliburton My guest today is Kent Halliburton. Kent is the CEO & Co-founder of Sazmining , a hosted Bitcoin mining provider utilizing 100% renewable energy sources. In this episode we discuss Bitcoin mining's environmental impact, incentives driving renewable energy use, deflationary effects on consumerism, and inevitable adoption. Kent shares insights on running a Bitcoin business amidst regulator...
May 21, 2024•1 hr 1 min
"Bitcoin is already solving very real problems for activists around the world." - Frank Corva My guest today is Frank Corva. Frank is a journalist and educator, currently serving as the Business-to-business (B2B) correspondent at Bitcoin Magazine , contributor at Forbes Crypto and Founder at New Renessaince Capital . In this episode we discuss Bitcoin's role in human rights, activism, and appealing to progressive values. We explore how Bitcoin can be a catalyst for change, empowering individuals...
May 14, 2024•1 hr 23 min
"Bitcoin enables you to do an awful lot of good in a very short period of time." - Freddie New My guests today are Freddie New and Susie Ward from Bitcoin Policy UK , an organization focused on Bitcoin advocacy and education in the UK. Freddie has a background in lobbying and law and serves as Head of Policy for BPUK. Susie is a financial analyst with a background in accounting and serves as Head of Mining and Sustainability for BPUK, and as a talented journalist has written several articles and...
May 07, 2024•1 hr 23 min
"Bitcoin is those last five puzzle pieces we're waiting for to achieve incredible quality of life." - Harry Sudock My guest today is Harry Sudock. Harry is the Chief Strategy Officer at Griid , a purpose-built American-based infrastructure company operating bitcoin mining facilities since 2019 utilizing low-cost, low-carbon energy, and a partner at Bitcoin Park , a community supported campus in Nashville focused on grassroots freedom tech adoption and a home for bitcoiners to work, learn, collab...
Apr 30, 2024•1 hr 27 min
"We do these things not because we expect to win, but because it's the right thing to do ethically or morally." - Margot Paez My guests today are Troy Cross and Margot Paez. Troy is an environmentalist and Professor of Philosophy at Reed College, having also written, researched and consulted on Bitcoin mining and its intersection with energy, environmentalism, and climate change. Margot is a climate change physicist and PhD candidate at the Georgia Institute of Technology, focusing on research r...
Apr 23, 2024•1 hr 16 min
