Bitcoin Magazine Podcast

The U.S. government is running it hot — and Bitcoin may be the only exit.In episode 10 of the Bitcoin Policy Hour, the Bitcoin Policy Institute team — Executive Director Matthew Pines, Head of Policy Zack Shapiro, and Associate Zack Cohen — break down what just happened with the Big Beautiful Bill and why it matters for Bitcoin, inflation, and America’s fiscal future.They dive into the last-minute push to pass pro-Bitcoin tax reform (including the de minimis exemption and mining tax fixes), explain why it failed, and assess the rising importance of the Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act (BRCA) as the next...

In this explosive episode of Bitcoin Backstage, Trace Mayer—early Bitcoin investor, creator of Proof of Keys, and one of the earliest Bitcoin bloggers—returns to the spotlight to dissect the past, present, and future of Bitcoin. Interviewed live at the Bitcoin Conference by Isabella Santos, Mayer drops hard truths about central banking, strategic reserves, proof of keys, and the global monetary shift already underway.From dissecting the fractional reserve system to revealing what really happened during the Blocksize Wars, Mayer also explains why Bitcoin is outperforming gold, how the U.S. might use BTC as a reserve asset, and...

What happens when Bitcoin grows from $2 trillion to $10 trillion? In this special edition of Bitcoin Policy Hour recorded in Washington, DC, BPI Exec. Director Matthew Pines and Head of Policy Zack Shapiro break down how Bitcoin's exponential monetization is forcing a re-architecture of political and economic power in real time.They dive into:- Why policymakers are finally paying attention to Bitcoin- How AI, quantum computing, and global instability intersect with BTC policy- What a $10T Bitcoin means for U.S. national security and global influence- The legislative battlefield ahead (Clarity Act, market structure bills, non-custodial dev protections...

Bitcoin iconoclast and prophet Max Keiser joins Isabella Santos at Bitcoin 2025 to discuss his mission to spread Bitcoin nationhood across Latin America—starting with El Salvador and now Panama.He breaks down the dual strategy of top-down political coordination and bottom-up grassroots revolution, and outlines the game theory that compels sovereigns to adopt Bitcoin. Keiser warns of a looming corporate credit bubble in Bitcoin treasury strategy and explains why Japan’s 10-year bond yield is the domino to watch. He ends with a fiery call to embrace Bitcoin as a spiritual force to unfuck money—literally our “last chance.”💥SNAG $10 IN B...

In episode 6 of the Bitcoin for Corporations Show, Pierre Rochard sits down with Alex Thorn, Head of Research at Galaxy Digital, for a wide-ranging and high-signal discussion on the emerging wave of Bitcoin treasury strategy companies.Thorn breaks down the mechanics of Strategy's (formerly MicroStrategy) success, the role of financial engineering, and how Michael Saylor created a model that's difficult—if not impossible—for others to replicate. He introduces the concept of a "great filter" facing the next generation of Bitcoin-focused public companies: only a few will pass through it.⭐ This episode of the Bitcoin for Corporations Show is sponso...

As tensions escalate between Israel and Iran, the geopolitical chessboard is being redrawn—and Bitcoin is in the middle of it. In episode 8 of the Bitcoin Policy Hour, BPI's Exec. Director Matthew Pines, Head of Policy Zack Shapiro, and Associate Zack Cohen break down the strategic implications of Middle East conflict, AI-driven warfare, and Bitcoin’s emergence as a neutral asset in an unstable world.

From Palantir’s battlefield AI to the future of U.S. involvement and regime change, this is the episode for anyone trying to understand how monetary policy and military power...

On Episode 5 of The Bitcoin for Corporations Show, Pierre Rochard is joined by Garrett Johnston of Marsh to explore how Bitcoin can radically transform the insurance industry. From the trillions in insurance float to the fiduciary risks of ignoring Bitcoin, this episode uncovers the hidden forces shaping treasury strategy, litigation risk, and D&O coverage in the age of BTC.Garrett breaks down the disconnect between Bitcoin-native firms and traditional insurance carriers, and explains why a failure to adopt Bitcoin may soon be seen as a breach of fiduciary duty. Essential viewing for corporate leaders, CFOs, risk managers, and...

Backstage at Bitcoin 2025, Isabella Santos sits down with Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor for a riveting discussion on Bitcoin’s exponential adoption, sovereign strategies, and the next phase of digital finance.

Saylor breaks down Strategy's groundbreaking 42-42 Capital Plan, his thoughts on Bitcoin as a “truth virus,” and why Satoshi remains his most influential mentor. From geopolitical monetary shifts to Bitcoin-backed credit markets, this is a must-watch for anyone serious about the future of money.

Chapters:

00:00 – Intro

01:26 – Bitcoin goes nation-state

05:00 – Bitcoin as viral truth

In this episode of Bitcoin Backstage, host Isabella Santos breaks down the boldest idea yet for U.S. Bitcoin accumulation: converting revalued gold certificates into a strategic Bitcoin reserve—without raising the national debt.

Featuring exclusive clips from Senator Cynthia Lummis and Bo Hines, this episode dives into the White House's evolving Bitcoin policy, the implications of budget-neutral stacking, and what it all means for you.Then, Isabella goes backstage with Brian Harrington of Fold to explore how Americans can build their own "digital Fort Knox" by stacking sats daily with Bitcoin rewards. As the U.S. in...

In this premiere episode of The Bitcoin for Corporations Show, host Pierre Rochard, CEO of the Bitcoin Bond Company, explains how Bitcoin is transforming modern corporate finance.Coming off the heels of the landmark Bitcoin for Corporations 2025 event co-hosted by Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), this episode delivers a masterclass on why Bitcoin is being adopted by leading firms around the globe—from Japan’s Metaplanet to America's fastest-growing Bitcoin treasuries.We explore the corporate Bitcoin flywheel, examine the MSTR strategy, and analyze global adoption trends including sovereign wealth funds and newly public firms like 21, Strive, and Nakamoto.Whether you're a CFO...

In Episode 6 The Bitcoin Policy Hour, the Bitcoin Policy Institute team unpacks the emerging “Riyadh Accord,” a sweeping geopolitical realignment where the United States, Saudi Arabia, and other Gulf nations are bundling AI, Bitcoin, and techno-industrial leverage into a new framework of global influence.As Blackwell chips begin to replace F-35s as diplomatic bargaining tools, and sovereign wealth funds quietly accumulate Bitcoin, Riyadh is fast becoming the epicenter of digital energy, intelligence infrastructure, and monetary power. The conversation explores how U.S. foreign policy is shifting from military entanglements toward high-tech trade agreements and capital co-investments — with AI and Bi...

Policy experts Matthew Pines, Zack Shapiro and Zack Cohen of the Bitcoin Policy institute tackle three pivotal issues shaping Bitcoin’s trajectory in episode 5 of the Bitcoin Policy Hour. They explore the rapid expansion of stablecoins into the energy and commodity sectors, the legal showdown over Samourai Wallet and its implications for Bitcoin software developers, and the GENIUS Act’s bid to redefine stablecoin regulation and US dollar hegemony.

As these dynamics unfold, Bitcoin’s role in the evolving financial landscape faces critical tests. Tune in for a compelling analysis of how these developments could...

Michael Saylor, Executive Chairman of Strategy, delivers a landmark keynote at Bitcoin for Corporations 2025. In “The Case for Corporate Bitcoin Adoption,” Saylor makes the argument that Bitcoin is not just an asset—but the Apex capital strategy for companies seeking long-term growth, durability, and relevance in the AI age.

With data-backed comparisons against the Magnificent Seven, sovereign bonds, and gold, Saylor lays out why corporate treasuries are structurally failing—and how Bitcoin offers a way out. Whether you're a CFO, CEO, or institutional investor, this talk will challenge your assumptions about capital allocation and the futu...

From Bitcoin Magazine X Spaces, Business Reporter Juan Galt sits down with Roy Sheinfeld, co-founder of Breeze, to discuss the evolving architecture of Bitcoin's Lightning Network and how Breeze is working to make Bitcoin more usable as a medium of exchange. Roy explains Breeze’s unique SDK architecture, the role of Lightning Service Providers (LSPs), and the technical trade-offs of custodial vs. non-custodial systems.

The conversation dives deep into the mechanics of self-custody, key management, watchtowers, and the controversial use of stablecoins like USDT on Lightning via Taproot Assets. Roy also shares what’s coming next for Bree...

Global finance is fracturing—and Bitcoin may be the escape hatch. In this episode of Bitcoin Backstage, Isabella Santos unpacks how rising tariffs, a weakening yuan, and collapsing trust in fiat currencies are converging into a perfect storm. With global debt soaring and the U.S. weaponizing trade policy, Bitcoin is being re-evaluated not just as a risk asset—but as monetary salvation.

Then, we go backstage with Prince Philip of Serbia at Bitcoin MENA 2024 for a rare conversation on monarchy, property rights, and why the collapse of hard money preceded the rise of glob...

In this exclusive interview, Bo Hines, Executive Director for the President’s Council on Digital Assets, shares the White House’s bold plan to make America the Bitcoin superpower. Hines discusses dismantling Operation Choke Point 2.0, launching the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, and advancing pro-Bitcoin legislation.

Hear how the administration is setting a global precedent for financial innovation, freedom, and Bitcoin accumulation while reshaping U.S. policy at the highest levels.

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction and Guests

00:18 – Major Bitcoin and Digital Asset Victories

01:47 – Day in the Life at the Whi...

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick joins Bitcoin Magazine for an exclusive interview on Bitcoin’s role in the Trump administration's first 100 days. Lutnick discusses the Bitcoin Strategic Reserve, investment accelerators for Bitcoin miners, and why the Trump administration sees Bitcoin as America's next major commodity.

He also reveals plans to explore Bitcoin's role in economic reporting alongside gold. Watch as Lutnick shares behind-the-scenes insights into how Bitcoin is reshaping U.S. economic policy.

Recorded 4/23/25 in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building of the White House by Bitcoin Magazine Political Correspondent Frank Corva

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Episode #3 of the Bitcoin Policy Hour, hosted by the Bitcoin Policy Institute. Policy experts Matthew Pines, Zack Shapiro, and Zack Cohen explore the radical implications of artificial general intelligence (AGI) and how Bitcoin might serve as a stabilizing counterforce in a world dominated by AI.

Drawing from the viral “AI 2027” scenario, they examine the risks of alignment failure, economic disruption, and geopolitical escalation—and argue why Bitcoin’s monetary properties could make it the most important freedom-preserving infrastructure of the post-AI era.

Chapters:

00:00 - INTRO

01:18 - What i...

MMA legend and Grand Slam Champion Cris Cyborg joins The Culture Bit to share her powerful journey from professional fighting to Bitcoin advocacy. She discusses why she began buying Bitcoin in 2018, how inflation in Brazil shaped her views, and why she believes Bitcoin is critical for athletes and families alike. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation ahead of her appearance at Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas.⭐ MEET CRIS CYBORG at the world's largest Bitcoin conference, May 27-29 in Las Vegas, NV! ⭐Get 10% OFF your Bitcoin 2025 tickets with code "BMVIDEO10": https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2025

America is $34 trillion in debt—but a radical new idea called BitBonds could change everything. Backed by Bitcoin and pitched to U.S. Senators by Andrew Hohns, this $2 trillion refinancing plan could transform federal finance and put Bitcoin at the heart of U.S. monetary strategy.

In this episode of Bitcoin Backstage, Isabella Santos breaks down how BitBonds work, what they means for investors, and why the government may adopt Bitcoin faster than anyone expects. PLUS, we go backstage with Alex McShane, former Director of Programming at the Bitcoin Conference, at Bitcoin MENA 2024 for hi...

Can Bitcoin help solve America’s debt crisis? Andrew Hohns, CEO of Newmarket Capital, joins us to break down his groundbreaking BitBonds proposal—a $2 trillion plan to modernize U.S. Treasury issuance by integrating Bitcoin into fixed income markets. We explore the mechanics, macroeconomic impact, and long-term implications for institutional investors, sovereign finance, and Bitcoin adoption.

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Episode #2 of the Bitcoin Policy Hour hosted by the Bitcoin Policy Institute. Geopolitics and policy experts Matthew Pines, Zack Shapiro and Zack Cohen discuss America's Bitcoin and gold strategies in the context of a new monetary order and U.S.-China competition. They game out for what reasons, and with what likelihood, the U.S. may pivot from hoarding gold, to accumulating Bitcoin, and what this could mean for global capital flows and international relations.Chapters:00:00 - INTRO01:10 - Geo-economic Forces & the Dollar Network06:00 - Triffin's Dilemma Explained10:50 - Gold as a Geopolitical Hedge20:00 - U.S. Bitcoin Strategy...

Director of the MIT Digital Currency Initiative Neha Nerula sits down with Bitcoin Magazine Technical Editor Shinobi at the MIT Bitcoin Expo 2025 to discuss the history of the school's digital currency research program as well as what challenges (and opportunities) exist for Bitcoin research within academia.Connect with Neha on X: https://x.com/neha?lang=enLearn more about the Digital Currency Initiative and MIT Media Lab: https://dci.mit.edu/Connect with Shinobi on: https://x.com/brian_trollzRecorded at Massachusetts Institute of Technology during the 2025 MIT Bitcoin Expo

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Nik Bhatia—adjunct Professor of Finance and Business Economics at USC and author of the new book "Bitcoin Age"—joins "The Culture Bit" guest Host Frank Corva to explore how Bitcoin is poised to disrupt traditional wealth storage systems like real estate, cash, and bonds. Bhatia, a USC professor and former bond trader, breaks down why Bitcoin isn’t just “digital gold,” but a revolutionary form of permanent money that challenges the foundations of how humanity stores and transfers wealth across generations.

Learn why Bitcoin can complement productive capital (like equities), potentially demonetize real estate, an...

The immutable Mark Moss joins the Bitcoin Conference X Spaces to discuss his approach to money, wealth creation and capital allocation.

Tune in for a deep dive on how Bitcoin, and the correct approach to equity, cashflow, debt and income can supercharge your sat stacking and improve your life.

Connect with Mark Moss on X: https://x.com/1MarkMoss

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Join the Bitcoin Policy Institute for a deep dive on the Mar-a-Lago Accord, wargaming the implications of a potential new monetary order when it comes to Bitcoin, stablecoins, tariffs and geopolitical alliances.

Geopolitics and policy experts Matthew Pines, Zack Shapiro and Zack Cohen discuss the Trump admin's tariff gambit and the context of US-China relations and the Triffin Dilemma, making the case that Bitcoin, despite its nascent appearance on the global stage, may be the unlikely focal point for global trade negotiations and domestic political strategy.

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Corporate finance meets Bitcoin strategy in a panel featuring. Dylan LeClair, Eric Semler, Paul Giordano, Brian Abely and Jeff Walton.

The group discusses emerging trends in corporate Bitcoin adoption, their thoughts on various capital strategies, and their outlook on publicly-traded companies continuing to buy bitcoin.

Learn more about the MIT Bitcoin Expo: https://bitcoinmagazine.com/industry-events/the-mit-bitcoin-expo-2025-freedom-tech

Follow the MIT Bitcoin Club on X: https://x.com/MITBitcoinClub

Recorded 4/5/2025 at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Strategy (formerly "MicroStrategy") President and CEO Phong Le delivers keynote remarks at the 2025 MIT Bitcoin Expo, discussing the current state of corporate Bitcoin adoption.Learn more about the MIT Bitcoin Expo: https://bitcoinmagazine.com/industry-events/the-mit-bitcoin-expo-2025-freedom-techRecorded 4/5/2025 at the Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyFollow the MIT Bitcoin Club on X: https://x.com/MITBitcoinClub#BTC #BitcoinNews #MIT #Bitcoin #BitcoinMagazine #MSTR #Strategy #Investing #Markets

On this episode of Bitcoin Backstage, Isabella Santos mines deep on the looming $84 TRILLION inheritance the Boomer generation is set to bequeath to younger generations. With rising adoption amongst younger generations, could Gen Z be about to make a generational Bitcoin bet?

It turns out that the largest wealth transfer in history may ALSO be the catalyst that kickstarts Bitcoin's rise as ultimate monetary asset.Follow Isa backstage for an interview Gen Z's very own and Metaplanet's Head of Bitcoin Strategy Dylan LeClair, at Bitcoin Amsterdam to get his thoughts on Bitcoin's total addressable...

In this episode of "The Juan Galt Show" on Bitcoin Magazine X Spaces, we dive into the unique philosophy and infrastructure behind BullBitcoin.com—a Bitcoin-only, non-custodial exchange that’s redefining what it means to buy, sell, and live on Bitcoin.

Juan Galt speaks with Theo Mogenet from Bull Bitcoin about how the exchange differs from typical fiat on-ramps and why it rejects altcoins, custodianship, and outsourced tech. From building every component in-house to fiercely protecting user privacy, Bull Bitcoin brings a cypherpunk ethos to its European expansion, especially in regulation-heavy markets like France.

Bill Miller IV, CIO of Miller Value Partners, joins The Culture Bit to lay out markets-first case for Bitcoin as the world’s ultimate denominator of capital.He explains why Bitcoin is more than digital gold: it's a response to engineered outcomes, financial entropy, and institutional inertia. He hits hard on why MicroStrategy’s strategy matters, why more corporations will follow, and why the time for fence-sitting is over.Bill draws from over a decade of investing experience in the space to explain how Bitcoin solves fundamental failures in fiat monetary systems—not with hype, but with game theory, govern...

In this episode of Bitcoin Magazine X Spaces, we dive deep into the intersection of Bitcoin mining, Ordinals, and gamified digital ownership with the creators of Hashrate Hackers, an innovative on-chain mining project built on the Bitcoin network.

We explore how this new model is democratizing access to Bitcoin mining rewards through the power of Ordinals. Backed by Blockware, one of the largest Bitcoin mining infrastructure providers, Hashrate Hackers combines mining with a gamified rewards system, allowing holders to earn real Bitcoin monthly.

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In this episode of The Culture Bit, Dr. Shawn Baker joins to talk about the connection between food, health, and broken incentives. As a former trauma surgeon and longtime carnivore advocate, Baker shares his perspective on the failures of modern nutrition science, government dietary guidelines, and the role fiat economics plays in shaping public health.

Chapters:

0:00 – The Broken Science Behind Modern Nutrition

6:15 – From Surgeon to Carnivore: Baker’s Origin Story

17:50 – Food, Pharma, and the Incentive to Keep You Sick

22:30 – Make America Healthy Again: Real Solutions

37:30 –...

What happens when you lose your private key on Nostr? In this episode of the Juan Galt Show, we sit down with developers Topher Scott and Austin from Pleb Lab to talk about FROSTR—a new protocol that uses Bitcoin-style multi-sig cryptography (FROST) to secure your identity on Nostr.

From the philosophy of owning your digital identity to the real-world problems of key loss, key rotation, and safe authentication, this episode goes deep on how Fostr works, what makes it different, and why it’s a crucial step forward for decentralized social media and Bitc...

Economist and author of classic Bitcoin books "The Bitcoin Standard" and "Principles of Economics" Saifedean Ammous joins host Allen Helm on The Culture Bit to discuss his outlook on Bitcoin's monetary dominance and how he views stablecoins in the context of the adapting fiat currency complex.Saifedean also shares his perspective on the U.S.’s strategic reserve plan and if he believes the government accumulating is a sound plan, or just an instance of political theater.🎟 JOIN US at Bitcoin 2025!🛒 Use code BM10 for 10% off your ticket: us.b.tc/discount/BM10🔔 SUBSCRIBE & TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS to stay up to date...

John Riggins, CEO of HK Asia Holdings Limited (1723.HK), joins Bitcoin for Corporations on Bitcoin Magazine X Spaces to discuss bringing Bitcoin treasury strategies to the Hong Kong market, and the trajectory of corporate adoption in the region.

The conversation covers Hong Kong’s emerging role as a Bitcoin-forward jurisdiction, corporate adoption trends across Asia, and the vision behind 1723’s pivot into a Bitcoin-native public company.

With direct insight into boardroom sentiment, regulatory clarity, and Asia's accelerating Bitcoin interest, this is a front-row seat to Bitcoin's next corporate frontier.

Recently, GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen has been making cryptic moves that many think could signal the company's potential embrace of Bitcoin.

Is this likely, and if GameStop takes on a Bitcoin strategy, what could a Bitcoin strategy mean for the original meme stock itself?

Bitcoin Backstage Host Isabella Santos explores the above AND goes backstage with Metaplanet CEO Simon Gerovich to talk about how a Bitcoin strategy supercharged his company's balance sheet.

Let us know: Do you think GameStop could use a similar strategy? 👇

In this episode of Bitcoin Magazine X spaces, Host and Business Reporter Juan Galt is joined by Demand Pool CEO Alejandro de la Torre to discuss the arrival of StratumV2 and how his company plans to push back against centralization at the mining pool level.

The pair also discusses Demand's recent investment from Bitcoin-native VC firm Trammell Venture Partners (TVP), as well as the current state of mining centralization risks and solutions.

Read the full story in Bitcoin Magazine: https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/dmnd-to-launch-first-stratum-v2-bitcoin-mining-pool-and-closes-venture-capital-investment

Discover the philosophical and technical rationale behind "Bitcoinizing the dollar," how Lightning Network's architecture enables seamless asset conversion without trusted intermediaries, and the emergence of Bitcoin yield through liquidity provision. The speakers explain how this integration benefits both hardcore Bitcoiners and mainstream users by creating a smoother on-ramp to hyperbitcoinization while generating new economic incentives for network participation.

Speakers: Ryan Gentry, Jesse Shrader, Darius.lnfi, Umi Miyahara, Elizabeth Stark

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Bitcoin Magazine Political Correspondent Frank Corva joins Casa CEO Nick Neuman at PubKey NYC to discuss "Digital Fort Knox" and how the U.S. might protect its strategic reserve.From investment strategy to different custody methods and how the government might advocate for changes to the Bitcoin protocol -- Frank and Nick cover the bases and answer questions for live audience.Recorded 3/13/2025 at PubKey NYC | https://pubkey.bar/🎟 JOIN US at Bitcoin 2025!🛒 Use code BM10 for 10% off your ticket: us.b.tc/discount/BM10🔔 SUBSCRIBE & TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS to stay up to date on the latest Bitcoin news#BTC #BitcoinNe...