Will Foxley, co-founder of BlockSpace Media and host of The Mining Pod, discusses the necessity for dedicated Bitcoin media and the OP NEXT conference aimed at scaling solutions. He delves into the ossification debate, stressing the balance between necessary updates and stability in Bitcoin. Insights on the evolving mining landscape post-China ban, and the critical collaboration between miners and developers are examined. The conversation highlights the role of institutions and the impact of transaction fees on miners, underscoring the need for open dialogues in the Bitcoin ecosystem.