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Supply Shock

Supply Shock explores the latest Bitcoin news with a deep historical perspective. Featuring in-depth interviews with industry experts, each episode connects current events to key moments in Bitcoin history, revealing patterns, lessons, and insights shaping the future of digital assets.

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76:40

PGP Creator: Bitcoin Is Not the Revolution You Think...

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2025/05/13

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:

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71:22

Bitcoin’s High-Tech War: Builders vs. The Filters

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2025/05/08

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:

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40:33

BITCOIN CITY: The Untold Story Behind Roswell's...

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2025/05/06

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

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63:40

Can You Insure Your Bitcoin? | Rob Hamilton

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2025/05/01

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:

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69:51

Quantum Computing: How Safe Is Your Bitcoin? | Hunter...

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2025/04/29

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:

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53:33

The Bitcoin Treasury War: Mallers vs. Saylor

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2025/04/24

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 Blockworks:

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80:47

What's the Problem With Bitcoin? | James O’Beirne

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2025/04/22

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:

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59:01

Jerome Powell's WORST Nightmare: TRUMP & BITCOIN?! |...

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2025/04/17

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:

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55:34

The BPI's Plan To Make America A Bitcoin Nation |...

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2025/04/15

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

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78:46

The Inventor of Blockchain On the Future Of Bitcoin |...

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2025/04/08

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:

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54:18

Is The Bull Market Back?! | Weekly Roundup

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2025/04/03

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:

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60:28

Burning Bitcoin: Michael Saylor's $1.5 BILLION...

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2025/04/01

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:

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61:43

How To Win The Bitcoin Lottery | BitAxe Creator Skot

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2025/03/27

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

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55:09

The Bitcoin Empire: America's New Financial War |...

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2025/03/26

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:

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52:53

The Crypto Casino is RIGGED! | Cory Klippsten

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2025/03/25

In this episode, Cory Klippsten joins the show to discuss the inner workings of the crypto scamblings, the difference between Swan and other crypto exchanges, and the political shifts in Washington. We also delve into the future of Coinbase and VCs, stablecoins, debanking, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Cory: https://x.com/coryklippsten Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blockworks_ Join Supply Shock

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26:18

We Have A BITCOIN PRESIDENT In The White House |...

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2025/03/21

In this episode, Michael Saylor joins the show to discuss the growing government embrace of Bitcoin, building support for the strategic Bitcoin reserve, and unlocking the multi-trillion-dollar digital token economy. We also delve into Bitcoin as the future of capital, why Bitcoin is for everyone, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Michael: https://x.com/saylor Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blockworks_ Join

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41:10

Crypto Wars: Republicans & Democrats FIGHT Over...

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2025/03/20

This week, we discuss increasing political engagement and legislative activity around crypto, the budget-neutral push to buy Bitcoin at the state and federal level, and the narratives driving the crypto industry. We also delve into corporate adoption of Bitcoin, whether Bitcoin is officially mainstream, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Casey: https://x.com/caseywagnerr Follow Ben: https://x.com/strack_ben Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow

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68:34

CTV/CSFS: Is THIS Bitcoin's Next UPGRADE? | Jeremy Rubin

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2025/03/18

In this episode, Jeremy Rubin joins the show to discuss the Bitcoin roadmap he’s endorsing, the value of adding new functionalities to the Bitcoin network, and the relevance of technical consensus for Bitcoin. We also delve into the Segwit and Taproot upgrades, Jeremy’s vision for Bitcoin improvements, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Jeremy: https://x.com/JeremyRubin Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow Blockworks:

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57:57

TRUMP VS. PUTIN: THE BITCOIN COLD WAR IGNITES! |...

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2025/03/13

This week, we discuss lawmakers reintroducing the Bitcoin Act, takeaways from the White House crypto summit, and what Russia’s crypto proposal suggests about Bitcoin sovereign game theory. We also delve into a single Bitaxe mining a block, why proof-of-work consensus is so important, 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 Blockworks:

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59:27

A Bitcoin Bull Run Is Coming | Dan Held

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2025/03/11

In this episode, Dan Held joins the show to discuss bringing crypto innovations into Bitcoin DeFi, metaprotocols like Bitcoin ordinals, and the future of Bitcoin fees and security. We also delve into the outlook for Bitcoin asset listings, Bitcoin updates and soft forks, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Dan Held: https://x.com/danheld Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blockworks_ The Bitcoin Historian

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