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May 13, 2023 • 1h 48min
CD101: Mempools and Transaction Fees with the Mempool Space Team - Wiz, Simon, and Steve
support dispatch: https://citadeldispatch.com/donate EPISODE: 101BLOCK: 789547PRICE: 3733 sats per dollar TOPICS: Mempools, Transaction Fees, Scaling in Layers, Mining Pools, Block Size Limit, IncentivesRead More: High Fees? Bitcoin is Working As Designed + Bitcoin Transaction Fees and UTXO ManagementWiz on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wizSimon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/softsimon_Steve on Twitter: https://twitter.com/hunicusnostr live chat: https://citadeldispatch.com/streamnostr account: https://primal.net/odellyoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@citadeldispatchpodcast: https://www.podpage.com/citadeldispatchstream sats to the show: https://www.fountain.fm/(00:23:29) Pain points and improvements in the high fee market(00:35:56) Transactions being purged from mempools(00:41:19) Importance of wallets with RBF and CPFP features(00:41:39) RBF (Replace-By-Fee) feature(00:42:19) Limits and use cases of RBF and CPFP(00:46:06) Efficiency of RBF in high fee markets(01:18:39) Comparison between Bitcoin, Lightning, and Liquid(01:19:30) The potential of Fedimint and its advantages(01:26:11) Discussion on the reasons for stale blocks(01:33:07) The possibility of mempools never clearing again(01:37:08) The rise of out-of-band transactions and its implications(01:43:56) Announcement of a big event on May 19th
Apr 13, 2023 • 1h 22min
CD100: The Disturbing Chainalysis Led Prosecution of Roman Sterlingov with Mike Hassard and Tor Ekeland
support dispatch: https://citadeldispatch.com/donate EPISODE: 100BLOCK: 785120PRICE: 3342 sats per dollar TOPICS: Roman Sterlingov has been held in jail for the last two years accused of operating the custodial bitcoin mixer Bitcoin Fog, evidence being used against him is questionable Chainalysis data, he admits to using the service but claims he was not the operator, Chainalysis refuses to provide background to the defense on their data, broken probability analysis could be used to falsely incriminate any bitcoiner at willMike Hassard on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mikehassardTor Ekeland on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TorEkelandPLLCDonate: https://www.torekeland.comnostr live chat: https://citadeldispatch.com/streamnostr account: https://primal.net/odellyoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@citadeldispatchpodcast: https://www.podpage.com/citadeldispatchstream sats to the show: https://www.fountain.fm/(00:00:32) Introduction and gratitude for listener support(00:01:00) Ways to support the show(00:02:22) Other ways to support the show(00:03:08) Boostograms from last week's episode(00:04:34) Introduction of guests and background on the case(00:06:36) Background on the case and the defense's perspective(00:10:36) Overview of the evidence against Roman(00:19:51) Issues with the investigation and prosecution(00:32:48) Concerns about blockchain forensics and surveillance companies(00:46:38) Lack of depth in analysis and presentation of data(00:47:45) Lack of access to Chainalysis Reactor software(00:50:13) Importance of establishing the legality of using bitcoin mixers(00:54:07) Questioning the scientific legitimacy of blockchain forensics(01:00:23) Concerns about the profit motive and lack of transparency in the case(01:06:56) Request for support and donations
Apr 5, 2023 • 1h 18min
CD99: Paxful Shuts Down with Ray Youssef
support dispatch: https://citadeldispatch.com/donate EPISODE: 99BLOCK: 784070PRICE: 3578 sats per dollar TOPICS: paxful was a leading peer to peer exchange for the last eight years before it shut down this weekRay Youssef on Twitter: https://twitter.com/raypaxfulnostr live chat: https://citadeldispatch.com/streamnostr account: https://primal.net/odellyoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@citadeldispatchpodcast: https://www.podpage.com/citadeldispatchstream sats to the show: https://www.fountain.fm/(00:03:21) Introduction and shout out to supporters(00:16:55) Shutting down Paxful and the reasons behind it(00:26:53) The Noone's app and the decentralized toolkit(00:42:21) Audit responses from support and compliance decisions(00:43:21) Freezing funds and inability to provide explanations(00:44:39) Challenges with gift card programs and reputation systems(00:49:30) Dealing with accusations and maintaining reputation(00:52:59) The potential of reputation systems and credit scores(00:56:07) The importance of Bitcoin in developing economies(01:09:30) The challenges of frozen accounts and the need for custodians(01:14:31) The importance of unstoppable free markets and the urgency to act
Apr 4, 2023 • 1h 22min
CD98: Good Morning with David Bailey
David Bailey, a cryptocurrency expert and prominent figure in the Bitcoin community, dives into the future of podcasting and financial models using Bitcoin. He discusses the evolving landscape of Podcasting 2.0 and the use of the Value for Value model. The interplay of Bitcoin and AI is examined, with insights on potential job displacement and innovation. Bailey also addresses the fallout from Barry Silbert's mismanaged investments, detailing the emotional toll on investors and the need for self-custody in the cryptocurrency realm.
Mar 28, 2023 • 1h 39min
CD97: Running Bitcoin Businesses with Dave Bradley
support dispatch: https://citadeldispatch.com/donate EPISODE: 97BLOCK: 782790PRICE: 3709 sats per dollar TOPICS: Early Bitcoin, Founding Bull Bitcoin, Physical Spaces, Building The Bitcoin Well, Canadian Trucker Protest, Citadel Theory, LocalismDave Bradley on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bitcoinbrainsnostr live chat: https://citadeldispatch.com/streamnostr account: https://primal.net/odellyoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@citadeldispatchpodcast: https://www.podpage.com/citadeldispatchstream sats to the show: https://www.fountain.fm/(00:06:10) Formation of Bull Bitcoin and Bitcoin Well(00:26:33) Comparison between Bull Bitcoin and Bitcoin Well(00:38:48) Collaborative custody and the importance of self-custody(00:43:24) Issues with Prime Trust(00:44:36) Importance of self-custody and regulated trust companies(00:45:50) Rollout of Bitcoin Well in America(01:26:13) The shift away from large-scale nation states(01:28:30) The need for self-sustainable micro communities(01:30:13) The importance of defensive tools for individual empowerment
Mar 24, 2023 • 1h 16min
CD96: Hyperbitcoinization, Strong Communities, and Sovereign Individuals with CK
The podcast discusses hyper-bitcoinization and the importance of strong communities. They explore the value of SATs and its correlation to block rewards. The concept of humility during hyperbitcoinization is emphasized. Acquiring Bitcoin and building strong communities is emphasized. The challenges of organizing Bitcoin conferences and the importance of policy advocacy are discussed.
Mar 21, 2023 • 2h 5min
CD95: Bitcoin Miner Incentives with Nick Hansen and BitMEX Research
Nick Hansen and BitMEX Research discuss topics such as mempool clearance, miner incentives, out-of-band payments, mining centralization, and miner extractable value. They explore the challenges faced in the cryptocurrency mining industry, the impact of inscriptions on miner incentives, and the concept of out-of-band transactions. They also delve into Miner Extractable Value (MEV) in Ethereum, minor extracted value in Bitcoin, proposed changes in Stratum V2, selfish mining, spy mining, empty blocks, and the dynamics of Bitcoin mining pools.
Mar 15, 2023 • 1h 50min
CD94: Bank Crisis and Bitcoin with Jesse Myers
support dispatch: https://citadeldispatch.com/donate EPISODE: 94 BLOCK: 780957 PRICE: 4100 sats per dollar TOPICS: Bank Failures, Bailouts, Contagion, Fractional Reserve Ponzi Banks, Inflation, Money Without Trust, Corporate Treasuries, Stay Humble and Stack Sats nostr live chat: https://citadeldispatch.com/streamnostr account: https://primal.net/odellyoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@citadeldispatchpodcast: https://www.podpage.com/citadeldispatchstream sats to the show: https://www.fountain.fm/(00:03:41) Supporting the show through donations and subscriptions(00:04:31) Discussion on the current global bank crisis(00:19:53) The impact of the crisis on Bitcoin and the importance of holding your own keys(00:37:29) The role of social media in spreading information and panic during a crisis(00:43:56) The lessons learned from the crypto market and the advantages of Bitcoin(00:45:31) The current state of the global banking crisis and the risks involved(00:46:02) The impact of interest rates on asset valuations(00:49:31) The historical trend of interest rates and its effect on asset prices(00:51:57) The changing economic climate and its impact on asset classes(01:29:24) Michael Sailors and the risk of holding the entire treasury in Bitcoin(01:29:57) Institutions and corporate accounts adopting Bitcoin(01:31:11) The flip side of the treasury strategy and the argument for constant liquidity(01:31:27) VCs and the potential for Bitcoin adoption(01:33:18) The impact of permissionless finance on Bitcoin adoption(01:33:59) The shift in Bitcoin's reputation over time(01:34:47) The Fed's upcoming meeting and the expectation of a pivot(01:39:06) The potential for hyperinflation and the role of Bitcoin
Mar 13, 2023 • 1h 53min
CD93: Bank Runs and Macro Update with Dylan LeClair
support dispatch: https://citadeldispatch.com/donate EPISODE: 93 BLOCK: 780528 PRICE: 4707 sats per dollar TOPICS: Silvergate Bank, Silicon Valley Bank, and Signature Bank Failures, Macro Environment, Contagion, Going Forward nostr live chat: https://citadeldispatch.com/streamnostr account: https://primal.net/odellyoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@citadeldispatchpodcast: https://www.podpage.com/citadeldispatchstream sats to the show: https://www.fountain.fm/
Feb 24, 2023 • 1h 19min
CD92: Mandibles with Lionel Shriver
support dispatch: https://citadeldispatch.com/donate EPISODE: 92 BLOCK: 778126 PRICE: 4202 sats per dollar TOPICS: Lionel Shriver is the author of The Mandibles - a book set in the United States in 2029 during a debt crisis that results in hyperinflation and economic collapse. nostr live chat: https://citadeldispatch.com/streamnostr account: https://primal.net/odellyoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@citadeldispatchpodcast: https://www.podpage.com/citadeldispatchstream sats to the show: https://www.fountain.fm/(00:03:20) Introduction to the show and guest(00:08:44) Discussion on the inspiration for the book and the 2008 financial crisis(00:19:26) Concerns about the future and the impact of financial collapse(00:30:26) Discussion on the role of bitcoin and government control(00:40:00) The role of gold and gun control in the book(00:48:59) The idea of utopia and the ending of the book(00:54:46) Broken incentives in society(00:55:30) Pros and cons of local governance(00:57:47) Exodus from high tax states(01:00:02) Bitcoin as a solution for convenience and accountability(01:04:22) Bitcoin as a solution for lack of property rights and seizure resistance
