

Robin Seyr
Robin Seyr
Join me on my journey to interview as many Bitcoiner as possible. I publish 5 Episodes per week with big Names, but also everyday plebs from all around the globe.
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Mar 1, 2024 • 53min
Altcoins are just a test net for Bitcoin | Ella Hough
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Summary
In this conversation, Ella Hough discusses the importance of Bitcoin education for the younger generation and the potential impact of Bitcoin on future generations. She highlights the values embodied by Bitcoin and their impact on society, emphasizing the importance of freedom and the removal of noise from one's life. Ella also shares strategies for introducing Bitcoin to younger generations and discusses the potential for every business to become a Bitcoin business. She explores the relationship between AI and Bitcoin and shares her personal journey towards a Bitcoin standard. Finally, she discusses her daily routine and the importance of learning and building in youth. The conversation covers topics such as testing limits and work-life balance, exploring personal limits and self-discovery, intentions of people entering Bitcoin, a question for Jeff Booth, and how to get in touch and Bitcoin education initiatives.
Takeaways
It is important to test your limits and find a balance between work and personal life.
Exploring personal limits can lead to self-discovery and a better understanding of oneself.
People enter Bitcoin with various intentions, and it is important to choose for oneself and respect others' choices.
The next generation can participate in Bitcoin by getting involved in Bitcoin clubs and educational initiatives.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Gen Z's Relationship with Bitcoin
00:39 The Importance of Bitcoin Education for the Younger Generation
02:16 The Potential Impact of Bitcoin on Future Generations
03:32 Bitcoin as a Foundation for Financial Freedom
04:21 Bitcoin as the New Base Layer of Society
05:38 The Values Embodied by Bitcoin and Their Impact on Society
07:06 The Comparison Between Bitcoin and Traditional Financial Systems
08:05 The Perception of Bitcoin Among Peers and in School
09:11 Strategies for Introducing Bitcoin to Younger Generations
14:15 The Potential for Every Business to Become a Bitcoin Business
16:29 The Importance of Freedom in Bitcoin
17:56 The Seduction of Blockchain and Crypto for Younger Generations
23:30 The Development of Speaking Skills and Knowledge in Bitcoin
26:54 The Relationship Between AI and Bitcoin
34:21 The Personal Journey Towards a Bitcoin Standard
39:16 Daily Routine and Focus on Bitcoin
42:21 The Importance of Learning and Building in Youth
44:40 Testing Limits and Work-Life Balance
46:05 Exploring Personal Limits and Self-Discovery
47:26 Intentions of People Entering Bitcoin
49:37 Question for Jeff Booth
51:31 How to Get in Touch and Bitcoin Education Initiatives

Feb 29, 2024 • 1h 7min
Bitcoin, Steak & Wine: Is this the vision for Bitcoin | Ben Justman
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Summary
In this conversation, Ben Justman, a winery owner, discusses the connection between Bitcoin, wine, and steaks. He explains how Bitcoin, wine, and steak all embody a low time preference lifestyle and the importance of holding onto assets for the long term. Ben also shares his experience growing up on a farm and how it shaped his mindset of building a business on a solid foundation. He discusses the transition from in-person sales to online sales and his goal of making his local community a better place. Ben reflects on his Bitcoin journey and the need for financial education, as well as the future of Bitcoin and the importance of critical thinking. The conversation explores various themes related to personal fulfillment, entrepreneurship, the role of Bitcoin as a savings device, and the challenges of educating others about Bitcoin. It also touches on the future of Bitcoin adoption and the potential loss of Bitcoin over time. Ben Justman shares his perspective on these topics and discusses his wine business and upcoming Bitcoin-related project.
Takeaways
Bitcoin, wine, and steak all embody a low time preference lifestyle, emphasizing the importance of holding onto assets for the long term.
Growing up on a farm instills a mindset of building a business on a solid foundation and being connected with nature.
Transitioning from in-person sales to online sales expands reach and allows for a greater impact on the local community.
Bitcoin serves as a solid foundation for financial stability and encourages individuals to think critically about money and the current monetary system.
The Bitcoin community fosters collaboration and support, creating a network of individuals who are invested in each other's success. Entrepreneurship is not for everyone, and it is important to recognize and respect different paths to success.
Bitcoin can serve as a savings device that provides hope and financial security, particularly in countries with unstable fiat currencies.
The vision of sound money and financial freedom is a driving force behind Bitcoin adoption.
Educating others about Bitcoin can be challenging, and it is important to find ways to make the learning process more accessible and gradual.
The early adoption stage of Bitcoin requires the involvement of individuals who are disaffected by the current financial system or have an entrepreneurial mindset.
Chapters
00:00 The Connection Between Bitcoin, Wine, and Steaks
03:47 Growing Up on a Farm and Building a Business
11:09 Transitioning to Online Sales
13:59 Making the Local Community a Better Place
16:11 Bitcoin as a Solid Foundation
20:40 Building a Business on a Strong Foundation
25:13 Creating a Unique Path in the Family Business
30:39 Bitcoin Journey and the Need for Financial Education
35:06 Bitcoin's Humbling Effect and the Importance of Critical Thinking
43:20 The Bitcoin Community and the Power of Collaboration
49:49 The Future of Bitcoin and Financial Awakening
50:47 The Urge for Critical Thinking and Research
51:12 Entrepreneurship and Personal Fulfillment
52:25 The Responsibility and Risks of Entrepreneurship
52:53 The Relationship Between Savings and Entrepreneurship
53:19 Defining Success and Work-Life Balance
54:14 Bitcoin as a Savings Device and Source of Hope
55:36 The Vision of Sound Money and Financial Freedom
56:07 The Challenge of Educating Others about Bitcoin
58:02 The Early Adoption Stage of Bitcoin
59:41 Bitcoin Adoption in Third World Countries
01:01:08 The Future of Lost Bitcoin
01:04:07 Ben Justman's Wine Business and Bitcoin Project

Feb 27, 2024 • 41min
ALL the monetary energy will flow into Bitcoin | Tristan Prathap
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Summary
In this conversation, Robin Seyr interviews Threelon about his journey into Bitcoin and his perspective on its role as money. They discuss the concept of Bitcoin as the profit and the mind shift required to view Bitcoin as the exit strategy rather than a means to make fiat profits. Threelon shares his thoughts on living on a Bitcoin standard and the potential for Bitcoin to replace fiat currencies. They also touch on the importance of UTXO management, the adoption of Lightning Network, and the future of fiat currency.
Takeaways
Bitcoin is more than just a means to make fiat profits; it is a paradigm shift and an exit strategy from the traditional financial system.
Living on a Bitcoin standard involves holding the majority of one's net worth in Bitcoin and using fiat currency only when necessary.
Bitcoin's adoption as a unit of account and medium of exchange will take time, but its potential to capture a significant portion of global wealth is immense.
Bitcoin's impact extends beyond financial freedom, offering the ability to evade taxes, preserve wealth across borders, and challenge the power of governments and central banks.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
0:33 Bitcoin as the Profit
02:06 Bitcoin as a Unit of Account
06:05 Finding Bitcoin and Investing
11:23 Living on a Bitcoin Standard
15:55 Working Two Jobs and Motivation
17:04 Running a Node and Orange-Pilling Family
21:08 Bitcoin Adoption and Network Effect
25:17 Bitcoin's Market Share
31:23 The Future of Fiat Currency
32:38 Bitcoin as Just Money
33:26 Could Satoshi Stop Bitcoin?
34:36 Bits or Sats?
39:11 Bitcoin's Impact on Life

Feb 25, 2024 • 56min
Secure your Bitcoin now or lose them forever | Samuel Harjunpää
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Summary
In this conversation, Samuel Harjunpää discusses the importance of holding your own keys in the Bitcoin ecosystem. He explains the different levels of self-custody and the convenience and security it offers. Samuel also shares his motivation for building Xellox and his vision for the future of Bitcoin. He believes that Bitcoin will bring hope and optimism to people, leading to a more prosperous society. The conversation concludes with Samuel's answer to the question of what he would buy if he had to sell half of his Bitcoin.
Takeaways
Self-custody is a core principle of Bitcoin, allowing individuals to have full control and ownership of their assets.
There are different levels of self-custody, ranging from simple storage methods to more complex multi-signature setups.
Bitcoin has the potential to bring hope and optimism to people, leading to a more prosperous society.
Building infrastructure and services that bridge the gap between fiat and Bitcoin can help facilitate the transition to a Bitcoin-centric financial system.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and First Experiences with Podcasting
00:30 The Importance of Holding Your Own Keys
05:17 Different Levels of Self-Custody
13:57 Motivation to Build Xellox and the Future of Bitcoin
18:42 The Societal Impact of Bitcoin
25:02 Building Xellox and the Vision for the Future
42:09 Laser Focus on Bitcoin and the Future of Fiat
53:18 Question for the Next Guest

Feb 24, 2024 • 57min
It's now time to be Bitcoin only | Julian Lininger
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Summary
This conversation covers the journey of Relai, a Bitcoin-only startup, and the challenges and successes they have faced. It explores the mindset differences between the fiat and Bitcoin worlds and the reasons behind starting a company. The conversation also touches on Switzerland's adoption of Bitcoin and the potential future of Relai in a Bitcoin standard world. Julian Liniger discusses the importance of having a long-term vision and the ability to adapt in order to sustain a company's success. He uses examples from Apple and Netflix to illustrate how companies evolve and continue to serve their customers. Julian also explores the overarching vision of Relai and the potential for Bitcoin to serve as a means of preserving purchasing power. The conversation concludes with Julian sharing the various ways to get in contact with him and the Relai team.
Takeaways
Relai started as a Bitcoin-only startup and evolved based on user feedback and market demand.
Switzerland has been open to Bitcoin and blockchain innovation, attracting many companies and investors in the space.
The mindset of fiat workers and Bitcoin workers differs in terms of entrepreneurial spirit, questioning the financial system, and long-term thinking.
Starting a company requires perseverance, overcoming challenges, and a drive to make a difference.
Relai has experienced ups and downs but has built a strong culture and attracted investors and talent.
In the future, Relai aims to go public, expand geographically, and offer new products and services.
Building a startup is a rollercoaster journey with moments of doubt and resilience.
In a Bitcoin standard world, Relai purpose would evolve beyond transactional services to focus on a higher mission.
Chapters
00:00 Starting as a Bitcoin Only Startup
05:36 Switzerland's Adoption of Bitcoin
10:09 Differences Between Fiat and Bitcoin Mindsets
18:27 The Drive to Start a Company
24:19 The Early Days of Relai
32:00 The Challenges of Building a Startup
35:26 The Future of Relai
44:12 The Rollercoaster Journey of Relai
46:07 Relai in a Bitcoin Standard World
47:50 Long-Term Vision and Adaptation
52:23 The Purpose of Bitcoin
54:35 Getting in Contact with Julian and Relai

Feb 23, 2024 • 42min
Bitcoin gives us our freedom back | Ian Scanlon
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Summary
In this conversation, Ian discusses his Bitcoin journey and the importance of going down the rabbit hole. They explore the value of different Bitcoin podcasts and the need for challenging ideas and engaging in debate. The influence of algorithms and confirmation bias is also discussed. Ian shares how discovering Bitcoin has impacted his personal perspective and the critical thinking within the Bitcoin community. They touch on the challenges and counter narratives in Bitcoin and the future of the technology. The conversation ends with a question about being bald and where to find Ian and Rabbit Hole Stories.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Bitcoin Journey
05:45 The Importance of Going Down the Rabbit Hole
10:33 The Value of Different Bitcoin Podcasts
16:12 Challenging Ideas and Engaging in Debate
22:11 The Influence of Algorithms and Confirmation Bias
23:10 The Journey of Discovering Bitcoin
26:16 Bitcoin's Impact on Personal Perspective
28:33 The Bitcoin Community and Critical Thinking
32:04 The Challenges and Counter Narratives in Bitcoin
35:57 The Future of Bitcoin and Embracing the Unknown
38:00 Question from Previous Guest: How is it to be bald?
40:29 Where to Find Ian and Rabbit Hole Stories

Feb 22, 2024 • 53min
Scaling a Community to 40k Bitcoin Follower | Arsen Thagapsov
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Summary
In this conversation, Arsen discusses his experience handling a large social media account and shares insights on creating good content for social media. He emphasizes the importance of engaging with followers and behaving like a normal user on social media. Arsen also talks about the process of deciding what makes a good post and the role of branding in social media success. He shares his journey of discovering and transitioning to Bitcoin and discusses the cultural differences between the Bitcoin and crypto/fiat worlds. Arsen also talks about his newsletter and the importance of staying productive and healthy. In this conversation, Arsen and Robin discuss the importance of relationships and how having a girlfriend can actually make you more productive. They also explore the concept of thinking long-term and how Bitcoin has influenced their mindset. The conversation then shifts to the impact of Bitcoin on society, including its effects on culture, art, and human relationships. Finally, they discuss how Bitcoin provides hope for the future and inspires optimism.
Takeaways
Engaging with followers and behaving like a normal user is crucial for social media success.
Creating good content involves having valuable and engaging posts that align with the brand's goals.
Bitcoin's adoption is expected to grow as fiat money continues to devalue.
Bitcoin is undermining the power of governments and may lead to a future with smaller, voluntary governments.
Maintaining relationships and taking breaks from Bitcoin are important for overall well-being and productivity. Relationships are an important aspect of life and can contribute to productivity and personal growth.
Thinking long-term is crucial for success in various areas of life, including relationships, fitness, and finances.
Bitcoin has a significant impact on society, influencing culture, art, architecture, and human relationships.
Bitcoin provides hope for the future and inspires optimism, leading to a more positive outlook on life.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction & Handling a Large Social Media Account
02:07 Engaging with Followers on Social Media
03:07 Creating Good Content for Social Media
04:39 Deciding What Makes a Good Post
06:20 Engaging with People on Social Media
07:15 Deciding Which Posts to Approve
09:18 The Importance of Branding on Social Media
11:13 Discovering and Transitioning to Bitcoin
13:07 Transitioning to Bitcoin and Joining Relay
18:37 Passion for Bitcoin and Rejecting Shitcoins
27:48 Bitcoin Adoption and the Future
31:17 Cultural Differences Between Bitcoin and Crypto/Fiat Worlds
38:21 The Bitcoin Therapist Newsletter and Feedback
44:51 Staying Productive and Healthy
47:17 The Importance of Relationships
49:04 Thinking Long-Term
50:31 Bitcoin's Impact on Society
51:45 Bitcoin as a Source of Hope

Feb 20, 2024 • 35min
Is Berlín the first Bitcoin City? | Gerardo Linares & Charlie Steven
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Summary
The conversation explores the Bitcoin adoption efforts in El Salvador and the Bitcoin Berlin project. The hosts discuss the challenges faced in convincing merchants and locals to accept and use Bitcoin, as well as the progress made in building a local circular economy. They highlight the differences between London and El Salvador in terms of trust in institutions and the motivation behind Bitcoin adoption. The conversation also touches on the benefits of moving to El Salvador for Bitcoin enthusiasts and the best arguments to convince someone of Bitcoin's value.
Takeaways
Bitcoin Berlin is a project focused on promoting Bitcoin adoption in Berlin, Germany.
El Salvador has seen significant progress in Bitcoin adoption, with over 100 merchants accepting Bitcoin as payment.
The challenges of convincing people to adopt Bitcoin include overcoming skepticism and misconceptions about its safety and legitimacy.
The best arguments to convince someone of Bitcoin include highlighting the flaws of fiat money and the benefits of a decentralized and limited supply currency.
Chapters
00:00 Introducing Bitcoin Berlin
01:19 Bitcoin Adoption in El Salvador
04:02 Differences Between London and El Salvador
06:19 The Hopeful and Motivated Atmosphere in El Salvador
09:46 Challenges of Bitcoin Adoption in El Salvador
11:38 Projects and Education in Bitcoin Berlin
20:24 Progress of the Local Circular Economy
23:45 Moving to El Salvador for Bitcoin Adoption
30:50 Best Arguments to Convince Someone of Bitcoin
34:34 Closing Remarks and Invitation

Feb 18, 2024 • 52min
Why she MOVED EVERYTHING to El Salvador | Lina Seiche
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Summary
The conversation covers various topics, including Robin's Bitcoin merchandise and Twitter analytics, Lina's meeting with Nayib Bukele in El Salvador, the leadership and popular support of Bukele, living in El Salvador and the optimism of the people, Lina's travel experiences and settling in El Salvador, and a comparison of different countries' views on Bitcoin. In this conversation, Lina discusses her journey with The Little Hodler and the importance of health. She emphasizes the need to invest in oneself and prioritize health over wealth. The value of time and health is explored, highlighting the significance of taking care of one's body. The conversation concludes with a discussion on lightning split payments and the challenges of overseas payments and taxes for digital nomads.
Takeaways
Living in El Salvador offers a perspective of a country on the upswing, which is a refreshing change from countries experiencing economic and political decline.
Different countries have different views on Bitcoin, which are often influenced by their economic and political situations.
Germany has a strong Bitcoin community, while countries like the Philippines and Turkey have unique challenges and perspectives on Bitcoin.
Traveling and experiencing different cultures can broaden one's worldview and understanding of Bitcoin's global impact. Investing in one's health is crucial for a high quality of life and personal well-being.
Prioritizing health over wealth is essential, as money cannot compensate for poor health.
Time and health are the most valuable assets, and it is important to take care of both.
Lightning split payments have the potential to revolutionize various industries by enabling instant and efficient transactions.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:14 Meeting Nayib Bukele in El Salvador
6:40 Nayib Bukele's Leadership and Popular Support
14:57 Living in El Salvador and the Optimism of the People
22:10 Lina's Travel Experiences and Settling in El Salvador
27:53 Comparison of Different Countries' Views on Bitcoin
39:22 Getting Started with The Little Hodler
40:06 The Importance of Health
42:28 Investing in Yourself
43:38 Prioritizing Health Over Wealth
45:24 The Value of Time and Health
46:52 Closing Thoughts and Lightning Split Payments
49:58 Instant Lightning Split Payments
52:02 Overseas Payments and Taxes

Feb 17, 2024 • 57min
Bitcoin Lightning will be the new global standard | Ivan Makedonski
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Summary
In this conversation, Ivan Makedonski discusses Bitcoin as a global settlement layer and the importance of the Lightning Network in scaling Bitcoin. He explains the role of Lightning Service Providers and the need for infrastructure to support Lightning payments. Ivan also explores the potential for multiple layers on top of Lightning and the impact of Lightning on various industries, including publishing. He emphasizes the importance of understanding Lightning dynamics and suggests that users invest time and money to learn and navigate the Lightning network. Ivan concludes by discussing how Bitcoin and Lightning can align incentives and revolutionize coordination and culture.
Takeaways
Bitcoin's Lightning Network is crucial for scaling Bitcoin and enabling instant settlement.
Running a Lightning node requires technical expertise and may not be suitable for everyone.
Lightning Service Providers play a key role in simplifying Lightning usage for non-technical users.
Instant settlement through Lightning can disrupt various industries, including publishing.
Understanding Lightning dynamics and investing in learning the technology is essential for effective use.
Bitcoin and Lightning have the potential to align incentives and revolutionize coordination and culture.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Bitcoin as a Global Settlement Layer
03:20 Lightning Network and Scaling Bitcoin
08:33 Running a Lightning Node and the Future of Lightning
13:32 Running a Lightning Node and the Next Step for Bitcoin
20:23 The Future of Layer 2 Solutions and Competition to Lightning
23:34 The Network Effects of Lightning and Bitcoin
34:48 Instant Settlement and Disruption in Industries
40:24 Disruption in the Publishing Industry
48:05 Getting Involved in Lightning and Choosing Lightning Tools
53:36 Bitcoin's Influence on Culture and Society