Bitcoin Archive w Archie

Archie
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Aug 4, 2025 • 1h 59min

The Future of Finance: Max Kei on Bitcoin Lending and Community

I talk to Max Kei, CEO and Founder of Debifi and Co-Organiser of Baltic Honey Badger, the most OG bitcoin conference in the world. He talks about market cycles, the risk of speculative bubbles, and the importance of sustainable growth in Bitcoin businesses. Also, what it was like living in Post-Soviet Latvia as a child and how the internet revolution changed him. CONNECT WITH MAX KEIX: https://x.com/keidunmWebsite: https://baltichoneybadger.com/SPONSORS GEMINI - Buy Bitcoin👉https://www.gemini.com/BTCarchive Gemini is a full-reserve, and highly-regulated cryptocurrency exchange and custodian.DeBiFi - Bitcoin-backed loans👉https://www.debifi.comUse Bitcoin to borrow cash. Flexible conditions and great rates.CONNECT WITH ARCHIE Instagram: @Btc.ArchiveX/Twitter: @ArchieX__ // @BTC_Archive
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Aug 1, 2025 • 49min

Bitcoin Treasury Companies: Eric Semler on the Future of Corporate Finance

I talk to Eric Semler, a public and private market investor in technology and media and Chairman of Semler Scientific. He is also the founder of the Bronx Baseball Dreams Foundation, an organisation that helps New York City youths develop their sporting skills to earn college scholarships. He talks about his hands-on approach to investing, the opportunities and challenges that come with running a bitcoin treasury company, and the rise of stable coins with the newly signed GENIUS Act signalling growth for digital currencies. CONNECT WITH ERIC SEMLERX: https://x.com/SemlerEric Website: https://www.semlerscientific.com/ SPONSORS GEMINI - Buy Bitcoin👉https://www.gemini.com/BTCarchive Gemini is a full-reserve and highly-regulated cryptocurrency exchange and custodian.DeBiFi - Bitcoin-backed loans👉https://www.debifi.comUse Bitcoin to borrow cash. Flexible conditions and best rates.CONNECT WITH ARCHIE Instagram: @Btc.ArchiveX/Twitter: @ArchieX__ // @BTC_Archive
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Jul 30, 2025 • 2h 12min

China's Rise: Tech Innovation, Tariffs, and Breaking Western Stereotypes

I talk to Arnaud Bertrandt, an Entrepreneur. The previous owner of HouseTrip, which was sold to TripAdvisor. Now owner of MeAndQI, a company developing a range of products inspired by Traditional Chinese Herbalism. He talks about the misrepresentations of China in Western media. The comparison of Government models, and the rapid technological progress China is making. Is the west lagging behind?CONNECT WITH ARNAUD BERTRANDTX: https://x.com/RnaudBertrand Website: https://www.meandqi.com/ SPONSORS GEMINI - Buy Bitcoin👉https://www.gemini.com/BTCarchive Gemini is a full-reserve and highly-regulated cryptocurrency exchange and custodian.DeBiFi - Bitcoin-backed loans👉https://www.debifi.comUse Bitcoin to borrow cash. Flexible conditions and best rates.CONNECT WITH ARCHIE Instagram: @Btc.ArchiveX/Twitter: @ArchieX__ // @BTC_Archive
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Jul 28, 2025 • 1h 38min

What's the Problem? Bitcoin vs. Fiat's Big Red Button

I talk to Joe Bryan, Entrepreneur and former investment banker turned Bitcoin story teller. Joe’s mission is to make the world understand why it is the way it is in an easily accessible way, regardless of background. We talk about how the Government is failing us through rising house prices, stagnant wages and lower quality of living. Joe Bryan explains a route to a more productive and prosperous future through Bitcoin. CONNECT WITH JOE BRYAN\X: https://x.com/satmojoeYoutube: https://youtu.be/YtFOxNbmD38?si=h2d4B66x3CQixyCqWebsite: https://www.satsvsfiat.com/SPONSORS GEMINI - Buy Bitcoin👉https://www.gemini.com/ Gemini is a full-reserve and highly-regulated cryptocurrency exchange and custodian.DeBiFi - Bitcoin-backed loans👉https://www.debifi.comUse Bitcoin to borrow cash. Flexible conditions and best rates.CONNECT WITH ARCHIE Instagram: @Btc.ArchiveX/Twitter: @ArchieX__ // @BTC_Archive
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Jul 26, 2025 • 1h 43min

Flight MH370: Secret U.S. Military Tech and Zero Point Energy

I talk to Ashton Forbes, a renowned solver of the Flight MH370 disappearance. We talk about everything from the disappearance itself, to the mystery around who leaked the evidence footage. Further covering the use of Zero Point Energy in the future and what space-age technology is the Government hiding from us. CONNECT WITH ASHTON FORBES X: x.com/JustXAshton Youtube: www.youtube.com/@JustXAshton CONNECT WITH ARCHIE Instagram: @Btc.ArchiveX/Twitter: @ArchieX__ // @BTC_ArchiveSPONSORS - Gemini.com -Gemini is a full-reserve and highly-regulated cryptocurrency exchange and custodian.- debifi.com -Become a Bitcoin-backed lender. Flexible conditions and best rates.VIDEO SOURCE www.youtube.com/watch?v=7p2HwDcMIcY - MNClipped, (Sept, 2024) Youtube.
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Jul 25, 2025 • 2h 30min

The Network State: Building Decentralised Societies in the Internet Age

I talk to Balaji Srinivasan the former Coinbase CTO, co-founder of Counsyl, and former General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz the venture capital firm. We discuss a wide breadth of topics from his very own 'The Network State', the short comings of Traditional Nation States, and the rise of developmental paths for China and India in the future. CONNECT WITH BALAJIX: @balajisWebsite: ns.com Book: thenetworkstate.comCONNECT WITH ARCHIE› Instagram - @Btc.Archive› X/Twitter - @ArchieX__ // @BTC_Archive
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May 22, 2025 • 2h 3min

Why Bitcoin Wins in Chaos: Bitwise’s Jeff Park Explains | Jeff Park | E005 Y25

I talk to Jeff Park from Bitwise to discuss how the U.S. Government buying bitcoin will change the world, why macro is bringing institutions to Bitcoin, and the implications of tariffs on the global market.You can follow Jeff on X:https://x.com/dgt10011- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction and welcoming Jeff Park from Bitwise01:07 - Discussion on early social media support from Max Kaiser01:50 - Jeff Park’s role at Bitwise and building the Alpha franchise03:06 - Introduction to Jeff’s highest conviction macro trade04:23 - Bitcoin as a mirror reflecting different investor perspectives06:11 - Post-2024 election macro commentary and Bitcoin’s role07:30 - Bitcoin’s potential in inflationary and deflationary scenarios08:45 - Market reactions to Trump’s tariff policies10:30 - Impact of unwinding global trade on foreign investors12:24 - Explanation of money velocity and global carry trade14:50 - Challenges in monitoring cross-border financial flows17:01 - Trump’s influence on the 10-year treasury rates20:16 - Foreign investors’ role in the long end of the yield curve23:36 - Stablecoins and solving the Triffin dilemma28:15 - Differences between Eurodollars and stablecoins32:40 - Tether’s role in capturing offshore dollar demand38:40 - Emergence of bond vigilantes and patriotism in markets01:12:41 - Trump’s tariff strategy and global trade relationships01:20:42 - Thoughts on the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR)01:38:30 - Bitcoin market outlook and the four-year cycle debate---------------------------------------------------------------------CONNECT WITH ARCHIE› Instagram - @Btc.Archive› X/Twitter - @ArchieX__ // @BTC_ArchiveFILMED AND EDITED BY HELIAND › X: @heliand_22 › Instagram: @heliand_22Bitwise, Jeff Park, Bitcoin, macro trade, tariffs, stablecoins, global economy, investor profiles, capital flows, Triffin Dilemma, short selling, capital markets, patriotism, public-private partnerships, U.S. economy, China trade, generational wealth, financial repression, Bitcoin, strategic reserve, Bitcoin, strategic reserve, market cycles, AI, cryptocurrency, global economy, volatility, investment strategies, digital assets, financial systems
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May 22, 2025 • 3h 12min

BITCOIN: Market Cycles, ETFs, and Nation State Adoption | Willy Woo x Archie Podcast | E004 Y25

In this episode I sit down with Willy Woo. Willy is a prominent Bitcoin analyst and investor, with over one million followers on X, we discuss Bitcoin community, market cycles, risks, adoption, and toxicity in the space. You can follow Willy on X:https://x.com/woonomic - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -TIMESTAMPS05:57 The Rise of Influencers in Bitcoin11:55 The Challenges of Self-Custody18:04 Smart vs. Stupid Toxicity24:06 Dealing with Fame and Public Exposure38:23 The Early Days of Bitcoin Investment49:43 Financial Engineering and Its Consequences56:35 Bitcoin as a Hedge Against Monetary Debasement01:07:39 Building a Secure Bitcoin Infrastructure01:15:10 Leveraging Bitcoin for Real Estate Investments01:22:55 Understanding Bitcoin Lending and Borrowing01:30:26 The Impact of Political Parties on Bitcoin01:36:00 Censorship and Free Speech in the Digital Age01:43:20 Propaganda and Public Perception01:49:39 Comparing Governance Models: U.S. vs. Scandinavia01:56:35 Bitcoin Market Dynamics and Speculation02:15:46 Market Cycles and Liquidity Dynamics02:21:44 Institutional Adoption and Market Impact02:39:02 Market Dynamics and Sovereign Wealth Funds02:45:13 Capital Appetite and Market Influences02:56:08 Market Sentiment and Investor Behaviour----------------------------------------------------------CONNECT WITH ARCHIE› Instagram - @Btc.Archive› X/Twitter - https://x.com/ArchieX__ // https://x.com/BTC_ArchiveFILMED AND EDITED BY HELIAND › X: https://x.com/heliand_22Bitcoin, Twitter, influencers, toxicity, self-custody, hype cycle, scams, public exposure, cryptocurrency, blockchain, Bitcoin, investment, economic education, central banks, financial engineering, monetary debasement, Bitcoin collateral, Bitcoin infrastructure, real estate, hedge funds, Bitcoin, lending, borrowing, banks, custody, political dynamics, censorship, free speech, propaganda, governance, Second Amendment, Bitcoin, risk assessment, market cycles, liquidity, institutional adoption, cryptocurrency, investment, future predictions, economic implications, financial technology, Bitcoin, GameStop, market dynamics, sovereign wealth funds, capital appetite, market cycles, investor behavior, on-chain analysis
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May 22, 2025 • 1h 55min

Bitcoin Mining: The Unexpected Hero of Renewable Energy w/ Daniel Batten | Daniel Batten | E003 Y25

In this episode, I sit down with Daniel Batten, a lifelong environmentalist and Bitcoin advocate, to explore how Bitcoin mining can drive renewable energy adoption and stabilise power grids. Follow Daniel on X: https://x.com/DSBatten- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - TIMESTAMPS 01:10 - Guest introduction & surprising London connection02:20 - The unified mission: Environmentalism meets Bitcoin04:00 - Breaking the misconception: Is Bitcoin bad for the planet?06:00 - Why energy use ≠ environmental harm08:00 - Bitcoin vs AI: Flexible vs inflexible energy consumers09:00 - How Bitcoin enables more renewables on the grid11:00 - The economics of energy demand & supply15:00 - Why Bitcoin mining stabilizes grids better than industry19:00 - Texas case study: $18B saved via Bitcoin instead of gas peaker plants25:00 - Nation-states adopting Bitcoin for energy sustainability33:00 - Oil & gas: Reducing methane emissions with Bitcoin36:00 - Turning waste energy into Bitcoin: Too good to be true?40:00 - Europe's failed energy policy & Bitcoin's potential44:00 - Mainstream environmentalists vs degrowthers47:00 - Protest tactics vs pragmatic solutions in climate action51:00 - Landfills, methane, and social/environmental justice56:00 - AI data centers adopting Bitcoin mining for grid contracts01:01:00 - The real reason Bitcoin is attacked, but AI isn’t01:03:00 - Greenpeace's "Change the Code" campaign and Ripple's funding01:05:00 - The power of dialogue: From activist to open-minded skepticCONNECT WITH ARCHIE› Instagram - https://x.com/BTC_Archive› X/Twitter - https://x.com/ArchieX__ // https://x.com/BTC_ArchiveFILMED AND EDITED BY HELIAND › X: https://x.com/heliand_22Bitcoin, cryptocurrency, environmentalism, renewable energy, Bitcoin mining, grid stability, methane mitigation, ESG investing, Costa Rica, Texas grid, demand response, meditation, personal sovereignty, tech entrepreneurship, coaching, sustainability
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Apr 29, 2025 • 1h 56min

Trump's Tariff Gamble: Economic Chaos and Bitcoin's Future | James Lavish & Preston Pysh | E002 Y25

In this episode, I host Preston Pysh and James Lavish for a high-signal conversation about the economic chaos unfolding in the U.S. and around the globe. From Trump’s aggressive tariffs to the collapse of bond market confidence, we explain what’s really behind market volatility—and where Bitcoin fits into the emerging financial order. You can follow James and Preston on X:https://x.com/jameslavishhttps://x.com/PrestonPysh- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Intro: From Lurker to Host01:26 – Trump, Tariffs & Market Reaction05:52 – What Tariffs Really Mean for Consumers10:06 – Manufacturing Myths & Reindustrialization Timelines13:27 – AI, Robotics, and White Collar Collapse16:32 – Petrodollar Breakdown & Trade Deficit Truth20:57 – Ten-Year Treasuries and Market Distortion28:17 – China’s Retaliation & Rare Metals35:10 – Massive U.S. Debt & Refinancing Doom43:26 – The $1 Trillion Hedge Fund Basis Trade46:06 – 1998 Flashback: LTCM and Today’s Parallel50:22 – “Not QE” and the Fed’s Backdoor Bailouts54:11 – Yen Carry Trade & Currency Arbitrage Breakdown58:02 – Bitcoin Bonds as a Sovereign Debt Solution01:02:10 – What Happens Next? Market Confidence and the Path to Bitcoinization01:08:21 – Bitcoin's adoption curve and the future of institutional investment.01:15:41 – Economic risks of tariffs and the need for market stabilization.01:24:14 – Federal Reserve's role, yield curve control, and moral hazard debates.01:32:52 – Comparing 2008 bailouts to current policies and systemic risks.01:39:50 – Liquidity cycles, volatility, and their impact on markets.01:48:05 – Bitcoin ETF adoption and institutional investment trends.01:54:45 – Closing thoughts and future outlook for Bitcoin and the economy- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -CONNECT WITH ARCHIE› Instagram - @Btc.Archive› X/Twitter - @ArchieX__ // @BTC_ArchiveFILMED AND EDITED BY HELIAND › X: @heliand_22 › Instagram: @heliand_22- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Trump Tariffs, Bitcoin, U.S. Debt Crisis, Market Volatility, Treasury Yields, Re-industrialization, AI and Robotics, Petrodollar System, Global Reserve Currency, Financial Crisis, Basis Trade, Liquidity Cycles, Federal Reserve, Yield Curve Control, Moral Hazard, Institutional Investment, Bitcoin ETFs, Economic Policy, Global Trade

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