This podcast covers the arrest of Samurai Wallet founders for money laundering, DOJ's stance on Bitcoin wallets as money transmitters, Japan's intervention in currency devaluation, and Biden's proposal to tax unrealized gains.

Financial analyst and gold advocate Peter Schiff discusses the state of the economy, interest rate hikes, gold's recent ATH, Bitcoin regrets, and the concept of intrinsic value. He explores the comparison between Bitcoin and gold, gold mining stocks, and the importance of investment diversification.

Bitcoin network fees spike at the halving, making BTC more scarce than gold. CBO projects $20 trillion more debt, while IMF identifies Bitcoin as a safe haven asset. Dollar Tree raises prices amidst inflation concerns.

A roundtable featuring CEOs and leaders of public mining companies discussing Bitcoin halving, mining revenue shock, energy sustainability, risks of centralization, competition with AI, regulatory challenges, and the future of Bitcoin. They explore global shift in hashrate post China ban, innovative approaches to mining, differentiation with semiconductor tech, industry dynamics, decentralization, and regulatory challenges. Insights on navigating regulations, community engagement, and adding mining to investment portfolios.

Bitcoin enthusiast Dennis Porter discusses preventing political wars on Bitcoin, discrimination against miners, property rights maximalism, state pension funds needing Bitcoin, and the importance of state-level advocacy for Bitcoin rights and protections in the US.

UFC Fighter discusses being paid in Bitcoin, Bitcoin price dips due to geopolitical tensions, Hong Kong approves spot BTC ETFs, inflation remains high, and fast-food prices outpace CPI in this episode.

Best-selling author Steve Berry discusses his new fictional thriller involving Satoshi and the CIA, emphasizing the importance of Bitcoin. He explores the idea of Satoshi as a woman, educates readers on Bitcoin, and shares insights into writing in the Bitcoin genre.

Comedian Nikki Glaser discusses her rise to fame, financial struggles in show business, and the appeal of Bitcoin for solving inflation. She talks about women's financial empowerment, the disparity in pay, and the corrupt financial system. The episode covers her comedy tour, reality series, and podcast hosting.

Topics covered in the podcast include Chinese firms applying for Bitcoin ETFs, Bitcoin and Gold outperforming S&P 500, Americans skipping meals to afford housing costs, Fed President comparing Bitcoin to Beanie Babies, and a Senator questioning whether the US should hold Bitcoin.

Founder and anthropologist Natalie Smolenski discusses valuing Bitcoin and its potential as 'Pristine Collateral'. They explore Bitcoin's governance impact, self-sovereignty, and societal benefits. The conversation critiques the fiat money system, inflation, and the role of Bitcoin in redefining financial systems. They also discuss the rising costs of living, political solutions, and future publication updates.