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BTC138: A Progressive's Case for Bitcoin w/ Jason Maier (Bitcoin Podast)

Jul 12, 2023

Jason Maier, author of "A Progressive Case for Bitcoin," joins to debunk Bitcoin myths with data-driven insights. He discusses the surprising environmental benefits of Bitcoin mining and its potential to address systemic wealth inequality. Maier draws parallels between Bitcoin and movements like Occupy Wall Street, emphasizing its role in empowering disenfranchised communities. He argues that Bitcoin could promote accountability in governance and reduce the prevalence of war, highlighting the need for bipartisan support for its growth.

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Episode guests

Jason Maier

Highlights

AI Chapters

Episode notes

How to Teach Yourself About Bitcoin

01:41

The Implications of Too Big to Fail Banks

02:37

The Importance of Liquidity in a New System

03:03

Intro

2min

Understanding Bitcoin: Energy Use and Misconceptions

16min

Understanding Efficiency in Bitcoin Mining

5min

Consumerism, Crisis, and Bitcoin: Rethinking Value

19min

Rethinking Democracy and War Through Bitcoin

4min

Bitcoin: A Catalyst for Financial Equity

23min

The Psychology of Insecurity and Media Manipulation

3min

Closing Reflections and Resources on Bitcoin

2min

Jason Maier, author of a book called A Progressive Case for Bitcoin, joins Preston Pysh on the show to dispel Bitcoin myths with sound reasoning and data and analysis.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:

00:00 - Intro

01:57 - What happened when Jason posted a Bitcoin poster on his wall at work?

10:29 - Jason's deep dive into Bitcoin Mining and the environmental impact.

24:30 - Is Bitcoin an extension of Occupy Wall Street?

30:15 - Bitcoin and Too Big to Fail Banks.

35:03 - Can Bitcoin make war less prevalent?

39:19 - How does Bitcoin impact developing nations around the world?

46:32 - Why wealth inequality is a systemic issue created by the type of money we use.

54:26 - Why bipartisanship is so important for Bitcoin growth in all nation states.

BOOKS AND RESOURCES

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Jason Maier's Twitter.
Jason's Book, A Progressive's Case For Bitcoin.

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