
Lee Bratcher
President and Founder of the Texas Blockchain Council. Helped drive the new law creating a strategic Bitcoin reserve in Texas.
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Jun 27, 2025 • 56min
How Texas Got Bipartisan Support to Buy $10 Million Worth of Bitcoin - Ep. 859
In this discussion, Lee Bratcher, the President and Founder of the Texas Blockchain Council, reveals the groundbreaking $10 million strategic Bitcoin reserve initiated by Texas. He shares insights on the bipartisan support that made it possible and explores the rationale behind the specific funding amount. Bratcher emphasizes the crucial roles of custody and compliance and speculates on whether other states might follow Texas's lead. He also discusses the competitive landscape for Bitcoin custodians and the implications for public Bitcoin ownership across the U.S.

Nov 13, 2024 • 1h 11min
Crypto's Post-Election Future ft. Perianne Boring, Chen Arad & Lee Bratcher
Lee Bratcher, the President of the Texas Blockchain Council, shares his insights on the fast-evolving Texas crypto scene and its implications for upcoming elections. He highlights the rise of the 'crypto voter' and how their preferences could shape regulatory changes. The discussion also touches on the shifting political landscape, with a focus on how different candidates could influence Bitcoin policies. Bratcher offers a bullish outlook on Bitcoin's future while navigating the complexities of market volatility and legislative challenges.

Jul 14, 2025 • 44min
THE MINING POD: Big Changes Are Coming to the Texas Grid w/ Lee Bratcher
Lee Bratcher, President of the Texas Blockchain Council and a key advocate for Bitcoin miners, discusses the transformative Senate Bill 6 that alters interconnection rules for large energy users in Texas. He delves into the implications for Bitcoin mining, highlighting how changes in the 4CP program might impact operational costs significantly. Bratcher addresses the challenges posed by new energy regulations, including remote disconnect capabilities and potential transmission fees, which could reshape both Bitcoin mining and AI data centers in the state.