TFTC: A Bitcoin Podcast

Justin Moon, an AI enthusiast and Bitcoin developer, discusses how AI can boost programming productivity. Rob Hamilton from Anchor Watch sheds light on Bitcoin insurance for cold storage. Jeff Gallas details his efforts in fostering Bitcoin community gatherings, while Peter Todd shares insights on cryptography and Bitcoin protocol debates. The conversation touches on the integration of AI in coding, the complexities of Bitcoin transactions, and the ongoing evolution of the Bitcoin landscape amidst regulatory challenges and community dynamics.

Average Gary, representing HashPool, discusses mining shares as eCash tokens, enhancing the efficiency of mining operations. Super Testnet shares insights on improving Lightning Network privacy, while Dusty Detmer elaborates on splicing for adjustable channel sizes. Andrew Polstra from Blockstream Research dives into Bitcoin cryptography, stressing the impact of innovation. Liam Eagan explores Bitcoin roll-ups, highlighting potential scalability solutions. Together, they navigate the evolving landscape of Bitcoin technology, fostering collaboration and privacy-enhancing tools.

Lyn Alden, an investment strategist known for her market insights, joins the conversation to dissect Triffin's dilemma and its impact on global trade. They delve into the complexities of Trump's tariff policies, highlighting both intended and unintended consequences for domestic industries. Alden discusses the evolving dynamics of U.S.-China relations, energy production, and the ramifications for Bitcoin as it gains traction in financial markets. The discussion reveals how tariffs and economic strategies shape wealth distribution and influence market behavior toward assets like Bitcoin.

Andrew Myers, a specialist at Satoshi Energy, merges the worlds of AI, energy, and Bitcoin. He discusses how decentralization through Bitcoin can safeguard the future of AI, emphasizing the risks of unregulated advancements. Myers introduces innovative solutions like BitCurrent to enhance energy transactions and efficiency. He also reflects on how Bitcoin can revolutionize energy markets, empowering peer-to-peer transactions. Finally, he contemplates the societal implications of combining AI with cryptocurrency, advocating for a balanced approach towards future technologies.

Marty chats with Dom Bei, a candidate for CalPERS trustee and Bitcoin advocate, who founded Proof of Workforce. They delve into pension funds' current crises, especially CalPERS, and explore how Bitcoin can revitalize these systems. Dom highlights the missed opportunities of integrating Bitcoin into pension strategies and shares grassroots efforts for community engagement and education. He underscores the importance of innovation in adapting to financial challenges while addressing political hurdles and the need for stability in fund management.

Brian Harrington, a Bitcoin advocate known for reshaping mindsets around cryptocurrency and personal finance, discusses the compelling shift in financial independence through Bitcoin. He challenges the 'never sell' mindset and tells listeners they can thrive on a Bitcoin standard today. The conversation dives into practical strategies to balance Bitcoin accumulation with quality of life, the importance of effective communication about finances within families, and innovative tools that facilitate everyday Bitcoin transactions.

In this engaging discussion, Brian Morgenstern, a former political appointee and passionate Bitcoin advocate, shares insights on the evolving landscape of Bitcoin policy. He emphasizes the strategic importance of a Bitcoin reserve amid legislative challenges and highlights the need for collaboration in the Bitcoin community. Morgenstern critiques current stablecoin legislation and stresses the urgency of embedding Bitcoin into U.S. finance ahead of the midterms, advocating for innovative solutions like BitBonds to bolster economic stability.

Marty sits down with Jim Carucci to discuss AI as economic agents. CASCDR: https://cascdr.xyz/Jim Carucci on Nostr: https://primal.net/p/nprofile1qqsy2d24rfqzwxc9n2ujku084dlgwqqxrgkervxjpucna7p0q5htppgeluehw 0:00 - Intro 0:36 - Lacrosse and manifesting 4:38 - Open vs centralized AI 8:02 - Fold & Bitkey 9:33 - LLMs and their biases 13:32 - CASCDR basics 17:52 - Unchained 18:20 - Bitcoin AI synergy 30:34 - Progress of the agentic framework 36:08 - Implementations of agents 41:41 - Nostr, DVMs, MCP 46:52 - Open source vs panopticon 51:35 - Ideal picture of future AI 1:02:03 - Driving bitcoin adoption 1:10:48 - Plugs Shoutout to our sponsors: Fold https://tftc.io/fold Coinkite https://coinkite.com Unchained https://unchained.com/tftc/ Join the TFTC Movement: Main YT Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/TFTC21/videos Clips YT Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUQcW3jxfQfEUS8kqR5pJtQ Website https://tftc.io/ Newsletter tftc.io/bitcoin-brief/ Twitter https://twitter.com/tftc21 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tftc.io/ Nostr https://primal.net/tftc Follow Marty Bent: Twitter https://twitter.com/martybent Nostr https://primal.net/martybent Newsletter https://tftc.io/martys-bent/ Podcast https://www.tftc.io/tag/podcasts/

Marty sits down with Rod Roudi to discuss vibe coding and raising kids with AI. Rod on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodroudi/ Texas Energy and Mining Summit: https://www.meetup.com/bitcoin-park-austin/events/305924136/ 0:00 - Intro 0:35 - Sports dads who vibe code 11:08 - Fold & Coinkite 12:44 - Austin convergence and meetups 20:27 - Unchained 20:55 - AI careers 25:58 - Leveling up children’s creativity 33:00 - Triple convergence 39:09 - Playing with AI tools 48:03 - How TFTC uses AI 53:08 - Bitcoin is the safest place 55:51 - Austin convergence again 1:03:38 - Texas Energy & Mining Summit Shoutout to our sponsors: Fold https://tftc.io/fold Coinkite https://coinkite.com Unchained https://unchained.com/tftc/ Join the TFTC Movement: Main YT Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/TFTC21/videos Clips YT Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUQcW3jxfQfEUS8kqR5pJtQ Website https://tftc.io/ Newsletter tftc.io/bitcoin-brief/ Twitter https://twitter.com/tftc21 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tftc.io/ Nostr https://primal.net/tftc Follow Marty Bent: Twitter https://twitter.com/martybent Nostr https://primal.net/martybent Newsletter https://tftc.io/martys-bent/ Podcast https://www.tftc.io/tag/podcasts/

Marty sits down with James Lavish to discuss the large scale basis trade hanging over current markets. James Lavish on Twitter: https://x.com/jameslavish The Informationist: https://www.jameslavish.com/ Bitcoin Opportunity Fund: https://www.bitcoinopportunity.fund/ 0:00 - Intro 0:36 - Educating financial literacy 7:05 - Bond Yields 10:54 - Fold & Coinkite 12:26 - Bitcoin decoupling and tariffs 16:19 - Diving into the basis trade 29:10 - Unchained 29:38 - Flights to safety - Gold & bitcoin 39:51 - SAB 122 44:09 - Strategy 48:59 - Hashprice 57:15 - Plugs Shoutout to our sponsors: Fold https://tftc.io/fold Coinkite https://coinkite.com Unchained https://unchained.com/tftc/ Join the TFTC Movement: Main YT Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/TFTC21/videos Clips YT Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUQcW3jxfQfEUS8kqR5pJtQ Website https://tftc.io/ Twitter https://twitter.com/tftc21 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tftc.io/ Nostr https://primal.net/tftc Follow Marty Bent: Twitter https://twitter.com/martybent Nostr https://primal.net/martybent Newsletter https://tftc.io/martys-bent/ Podcast https://www.tftc.io/tag/podcasts/