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Stephan Livera Podcast

Join Stephan as he interviews the sharpest economic and technical minds in Bitcoin & Austrian Economics to help you understand how money is changing and evolving. Leading names in the world of Bitcoin join the show to share their insights, whether they are developers, CEOs, economists, authors, analysts and more.

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00:51:37

Correcting BBC misinformation on Bitcoin with Susie...

Stephan Livera Podcast ·

2025/01/16

In this episode, Susie Ward discusses her advocacy for Bitcoin in the UK, focusing on media misrepresentation and regulatory challenges. She critiques the BBC's negative coverage of Bitcoin, highlighting the importance of accurate information and the impact of misinformation on public perception. The conversation then shifts to the FATF travel rule, exploring its implications for privacy and the ineffectiveness of traditional financial regulations in combating money laundering. Susie emphasizes

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01:11:43

The Impact of FATF on Global Banking with OpnState |...

Stephan Livera Podcast ·

2025/01/14

In this conversation, OpnState shares his journey from a disillusioned banker to a policy advisor focused on compliance and anti-money laundering (AML) laws. He discusses the complexities of financial regulations, the erosion of individual rights, and the impact of global standard-setting bodies like the FATF on national sovereignty. OpnState emphasizes the presumption of guilt in financial transactions and the challenges posed by compliance culture, while also addressing the future of self-hosted

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01:07:53

Bitcoin 2025 Guide: Wallets, Nodes & Merchants with...

Stephan Livera Podcast ·

2025/01/12

In this episode of SLP, the discussion revolves around the advancements in Bitcoin hardware and software, focusing on wallet recommendations for beginners, the trade-offs between different types of wallets, and the importance of hardware wallets for securing Bitcoin. Ben & K3tan share their insights on when to transition from software to hardware wallets, the significance of recovery processes, and the evolving landscape of Bitcoin tools and options available to users. They also discuss

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00:57:02

Can Bitcoin Transform Suriname’s Economy? with Maya...

Stephan Livera Podcast ·

2025/01/02

Maya Parbhoe, a presidential candidate from Suriname and Bitcoin advocate, shares her journey as an entrepreneur and her vision for her country. She discusses the challenges Suriname faces, including economic issues, corruption, and the lack of a capital market. Maya emphasizes the potential of Bitcoin to transform the economy and governance in Suriname, advocating for decentralization and transparency to combat corruption. She outlines her plans for a technocratic government and the importance

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01:46:35

Power Law and Bitcoin's Growth with Giovanni...

Stephan Livera Podcast ·

2024/12/23

In this conversation, Giovanni Santostasi shares his insight about the power law and its application to Bitcoin. Giovanni starts with his journey of discovering Bitcoin, his background in data analysis, and how he applies scientific methods to understand Bitcoin's behavior. The discussion delves into the concept of power laws, their prevalence in nature, and how they can be used to model various phenomena, including economic systems. Giovanni critiques traditional economic models and emphasizes

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00:54:50

Exploring Nostr and Primal 2.0 with Miljan SLP623

Stephan Livera Podcast ·

2024/12/16

In this conversation, Miljan from Primal discusses the significant updates in the Nostr protocol and the launch of Primal 2.0. The discussion covers the evolution of Nostr, the introduction of a feed marketplace that empowers users, and the diverse communities forming around the platform. Miljan highlights the new features of Primal 2.0, including long-form content capabilities, advanced search functionalities, and the ethical monetization model of Primal Premium. The conversation emphasizes the

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01:00:22

The Evolution of Alby with Michael Bumann | SLP622

Stephan Livera Podcast ·

2024/12/05

Bumi & Stephan explore the evolution of Alby from a browser extension to a self-custodial Lightning wallet, Alby Hub. The conversation delves into the integration of Nostr for self-sovereign digital identity, security considerations for browser extensions, and the role of LSPs in channel management. Bumi explains the architecture of Alby Hub, its user experience, and pricing models, emphasizing the importance of integrating Bitcoin into various applications. They also discuss the cost

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01:07:06

The Dynamics of Bitcoin's Price Growth with PlanC and...

Stephan Livera Podcast ·

2024/12/02

PlanC and Sminston to discuss the power law as it applies to Bitcoin. They explore the implications of power law on Bitcoin's price, volatility, and market dynamics, emphasizing its predictive capabilities and the diminishing returns over time. The conversation focuses on the technical aspects of power law, its historical accuracy, and potential factors that could disrupt its validity. The hosts also touch on the S-curve phenomenon in Bitcoin adoption and the overall health of the Bitcoin market

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00:49:03

BDP and BOSS Program with Matthew Zipkin and Stacie...

Stephan Livera Podcast ·

2024/11/28

Matthew Zipkin and Stacie Waleyko discuss the current state of Bitcoin open source development, the various layers of Bitcoin development, and the need for more contributors in the ecosystem. They emphasize the importance of education and innovative approaches to learning Bitcoin development, sharing success stories from their programs aimed at increasing participation in the Bitcoin community. In this conversation, Matthew and Stacie also share their insights on the various ways individuals can

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01:03:29

Power Law, Bitcoin & MicroStrategy with Sina | SLP619

Stephan Livera Podcast ·

2024/11/25

Sina, COO and co-founder of 21st Capital, discusses the application of power law in understanding Bitcoin's growth. He explains how his empirical research led to the development of a power law model that accurately describes Bitcoin's historical price behavior. The discussion delves into the mechanisms behind this model, the reliability of its predictions, and the impact of market maturity on Bitcoin's growth trajectory. Sina also introduces quantile models to provide a probabilistic view of

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00:57:12

Debunking Climate Myths with Tom Nelson | SLP618

Stephan Livera Podcast ·

2024/11/22

Tom Nelson discusses the misconceptions surrounding climate change, particularly the belief that carbon dioxide (CO2) is the primary driver of climate change. He argues that this notion is a significant part of a larger narrative that has been perpetuated for decades, leading to alarmism and extreme policies. The discussion also touches on the evolution of climate catastrophism, the implications of the net zero agenda, and the role of media and funding in shaping public perception. Nelson

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01:06:01

Seasteading: A New Way to Live with Joe Quirk SLP617

Stephan Livera Podcast ·

2024/11/19

Joe Quirk, president of the Seasteading Institute, discusses the innovative concept of seasteading, which proposes creating floating societies on the ocean as a solution to the limitations of land-based governance. Quirk shares his personal journey into the world of seasteading, drawing parallels between cruise ships, Burning Man, and the potential for self-governing communities at sea. He explores the practicalities of building seasteads, the challenges faced, and the legal frameworks necessary

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01:15:07

Bitcoin Consensus with Steve Lee and Lyn Alden | SLP616

Stephan Livera Podcast ·

2024/11/16

Steve and Lyn delve into the complexities of Bitcoin consensus, discussing the motivations behind their project analyzing consensus risks in protocol upgrades. They explore the technical and economic aspects of Bitcoin, the evolution of its consensus mechanisms, and the various stakeholder groups involved in decision-making processes. The discussion also highlights the importance of awareness among Bitcoin users regarding potential changes and the historical context of contentious changes in

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01:01:25

Should You Move to El Salvador? With Roman Martinez...

Stephan Livera Podcast ·

2024/11/14

Roman Martinez, Lexi & Stephan discuss the evolving real estate landscape in El Salvador, particularly in the context of Bitcoin adoption. They explore the motivations of various buyers, the impact of recent changes in infrastructure and regulations, and the unique challenges and opportunities present in the market. The conversation also touches on the importance of trust in real estate transactions and the varying expectations of foreign buyers regarding property quality and development. Lexi

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01:14:54

Shaping Bitcoin's Future in UK with Freddie New SLP614

Stephan Livera Podcast ·

2024/11/11

In this conversation, Freddie New, general counsel at The Little Car and Head of Policy at Bitcoin Policy UK, discusses the evolution of Bitcoin regulation in the UK. He highlights the historical context of regulatory attitudes, the role of the Law Commission in recognizing Bitcoin as property, and the challenges posed by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). The conversation also touches on banking access issues, the impact of fraud concerns, and the future of Bitcoin custodianship. They also

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00:45:51

Bitcoin Space Denver with Eric Yakes and Tyler...

Stephan Livera Podcast ·

2024/11/06

Eric Yakes & Tyler Stevens join me to discuss their efforts to build a Bitcoin-focused community in Denver through various events, educational initiatives, and sustainable financial practices. Summary In this episode, Stephan Livera hosts Eric Yakes and Tyler Stevens to discuss the burgeoning Bitcoin community in Denver and their initiative to establish a dedicated Bitcoin space. They explore the dynamics of the local Bitcoin scene, the vision behind creating a community-driven hub, and the

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00:47:33

PlanB Forum Lugano 2024 interviews SLP612

Stephan Livera Podcast ·

2024/10/29

Here are some short interviews I did while at Lugano Plan B on a range of topics, from bitcoin ossification to block size, government regulation, the latest state of wallets, and mining decentralization with:Timestamps: (00:00) - Intro (01:01) - Jimmy Song, Bitcoin Expert (07:30) - John Carvalho, CEO at Synonym (12:51) - Sponsors (15:05) - Dennis Porter, CEO & Co-Founder Satoshi Action Fund (24:58) - Ben, Host of BTCsessions (31:54) - Sponsor (32:50) - Luke Dashjr, CTO OCEAN Mining (37:53) -

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00:54:15

Avoid Bitcoin Scams with Keith Gardner SLP611

Stephan Livera Podcast ·

2024/10/23

SummaryIn this conversation, Keith Gardner from Branta, discusses the importance of security in Bitcoin transactions. Keith shares his background in engineering and how he became involved in Bitcoin after recognizing the complexities and risks associated with traditional finance. The discussion covers common phishing and address replacement attacks, the innovative solutions offered by Branta to enhance transaction security, and the future of Bitcoin in relation to mobile integration and privacy

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01:02:34

Fractional Reserve Banking, Islamic Finance & Bitcoin...

Stephan Livera Podcast ·

2024/10/18

Harris Irfan, CEO Cordoba Capital Markets & Advisor at @OnrampMENA joins me to discuss challenges and opportunities within Islamic finance, ethics of finance in business and the intersection of Islamic finance and Bitcoin. Harris highlights building a financial system focused on real economy transactions, sharing insights on finance, custody, and Bitcoin investment. Summary In this conversation, Harris Irfan discusses his journey from conventional finance to Islamic finance and Bitcoin. He

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00:55:08

Bitcoin Mining: The Most Flexible Energy Buyer with...

Stephan Livera Podcast ·

2024/10/14

Summary In this episode, Kenji Tateiwa, CEO of Agile Energy X, discusses his extensive background in nuclear engineering and the impact of the Fukushima disaster on public perception of nuclear energy. He explains the innovative concept behind Agile Energy X, which leverages wasted renewable energy through Bitcoin mining to address curtailment and grid congestion issues in Japan. Kenji elaborates on the unique flexibility of Bitcoin mining as an energy buyer and its potential role in the future

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