Best Michael Lopp Podcasts (2025)

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Bitcoin vs. The Censorship Machine: A New Era for Journalists | Gabriel Shipton 42:00

2d ago42:00

42:00

In this episode, Gabriel Shipton—brother of Julian Assange—joins the podcast to discuss Project Spartacus, a grassroots initiative inscribing WikiLeaks’ most sensitive archives onto the Bitcoin blockchain. By doing so, the project aims to preserve uncensorable historical records, highlight Bitcoin's original ethos as a tool for resistance, and prot…

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The Bitcoin Flywheel Accelerating Corporate Adoption | Hans Thomas 47:35

4d ago47:35

47:35

In this episode, CEO & Founder of 10x Capital Hans Thomas explains how Bitcoin treasury companies are becoming global “on-ramps” for digital asset adoption, leveraging public markets and the flywheel effect to compound holdings. He shares insights on raising capital from crypto whales and institutions, executing deals in emerging markets, and why e…

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Is The Global Bitcoin Treasury Boom Just Starting? Tim Kotzman 42:45

9d ago42:45

42:45

In this episode, co-host of the Bitcoin Treasuries podcast Tim Kotzman breaks down the rapid rise of Bitcoin treasury companies beyond MicroStrategy, highlighting the opportunities in untapped global markets, the emergence of new investor metrics like Bitcoin-per-share and forward mNAV, and the challenges for retail investors navigating risk and ju…

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Bitcoin to $1 Million: The Stairway to Heaven | Adrian Morris 53:58

11d ago53:58

53:58

In this episode, Adrian Morris of True North argues that Bitcoin’s current market phase is fundamentally different from past cycles. He attributes prior boom-bust patterns less to the halving schedule and more to stimulus-driven speculation, noting that institutional ETFs, corporate treasuries, and reduced volatility are now creating a stronger, mo…

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Bitcoin's Blow-off Top Is Coming | Michael Terpin 52:13

16d ago52:13

52:13

In this episode, author of Bitcoin Supercycle Michael Terpin explains why he believes the four-year Bitcoin cycle is still intact. He outlines his view that Bitcoin operates in "seasons" (spring, summer, fall, winter), with predictable post-halving behavior and diminishing returns. While macro forces and ETF inflows may distort short-term sentiment…

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Bitcoin’s Four-Year Cycle Is Over | Matt Hougan 42:45

18d ago42:45

42:45

In this episode, Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan explains why he thinks the four-year Bitcoin cycle is breaking down. He predicts a smoother, longer cycle ahead, driven by ETF flows, regulatory clarity, and a more mature market structure.While Rizzo wrestles with nostalgia for the classic boom-bust cycle, Hougan makes the case that “this time really is dif…

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Treasury Companies Will Lose The Bitcoin Yield Race | Sidney Powell 41:50

23d ago41:50

41:50

In this episode, Maple Finance CEO Sidney Powell joins the show to discuss the evolving market for earning yield on Bitcoin. We explore the rise of Bitcoin treasury companies like MicroStrategy, the differences between capital structure-based returns and real onchain yield, and the role of staking and DeFi in delivering Bitcoin-native returns. Sid …

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Bitcoin Is Mainstream, But At What Cost? | Alp 53:49

25d ago53:49

53:49

In this episode, OG Bitcoiner Alp reflects on Bitcoin’s transformation from a fringe libertarian experiment to a mainstream political tool. They discuss the dilution of early Bitcoin culture, the lingering identity crisis among mid-cycle adopters, the myth of ongoing existential threats, and the shift from cypherpunk ideals to nation-state interest…

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Quantum Computing: Solving Bitcoin's Greatest Threat | Jameson Lopp 47:18

1M ago47:18

47:18

In this episode, Bitcoin veteran Jameson Lopp discusses the growing threat of quantum computing to Bitcoin’s cryptography. He breaks down his new Bitcoin Improvement Proposal (BIP) that aims to prevent a catastrophic supply shock by encouraging a network-wide migration to quantum-resistant addresses. Lopp explains the nuances of Shor’s algorithm, p…

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Bitcoin Ossification Is a Threat to Its Survival | Eli Ben-Sasson 1:05:11

1M ago1:05:11

1:05:11

In this episode, Co-Founder of StarkWare Eli Ben-Sasson joins the show to explore the philosophical and technical crossroads between Bitcoin and Ethereum. He recounts the early hopes of building zk-tech on Bitcoin, the cultural rift that pushed innovation elsewhere, and why Bitcoin’s potential remains limited without soft forks. Eli argues for a fu…

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He Traded His HOUSE For Bitcoin In 2017—Why He's STILL HODLing | Didi Taihuttu 48:12

1M ago48:12

48:12

In this episode, Didi Taihuttu—aka the "Bitcoin Family" patriarch—shares the origin story behind selling everything to go all-in on Bitcoin, from early GPU mining and Dogecoin experiments to surviving bear markets and living unbanked for nearly a decade. He discusses why he believes Bitcoin is the only true tool for financial freedom, the moral cos…

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Securities Laws Are Broken & The Market Structure Bill Will Fail | Patrick Murck 1:10:43

1M ago1:10:43

1:10:43

In this episode, Founder & CEO of Surus.io Patrick Murck joins the show to reflect on Bitcoin’s rise to a fresh all-time high, its original mission of financial autonomy, and the tension between price appreciation and real-world use. He discusses stablecoins as dollar-compatible tools, why market structure reforms are stalled, and how his new compa…

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The One About Founder Mode 14:33

1M ago14:33

14:33

In our 91st episode, we talked about Founder Mode long after everyone else had moved on.

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Bitcoin’s Battle For Programmable Money | Alex B 50:07

1M ago50:07

50:07

In this episode, Alex B from Ark Labs joins the show to discuss how Arkade, a new Bitcoin scaling protocol, enables off-chain programmability without bridges, preserves self-custody, and avoids global state constraints. He discusses complementarity with Lightning, unlocking Bitcoin-native capital markets, programmable contracts, synthetic assets, a…

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Bitcoin Treasuries: We're Just Getting Started | Cory Klippsten 42:19

2M ago42:19

42:19

In this episode, CEO of Swan Cory Klippsten discusses Swan Bitcoin’s Series C raise and its partnership with a French semiconductor company pivoting into Bitcoin treasury accumulation. He explains the rise of leveraged Bitcoin equities, how these companies use debt markets to acquire Bitcoin, and the potential influx of institutional fixed income i…

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Bitcoin Core vs. The World: Why It Can’t Be Shut Down | Peter Todd 57:31

2M ago57:31

57:31

In this episode, Bitcoin core developer Peter Todd discusses the rise of Bitcoin Knots, censorship debates, op_return limits, miner incentives, the challenges of blocking ordinals and inscriptions, scaling via Lightning, the future of Bitcoin development, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Peter: https://x.com/peterktodd Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_riz…

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50 Bitcoin for $0.50 | Wild Tales of Early Bitcoin Trading 1:01:28

2M ago1:01:28

1:01:28

In this special interview live from Permissionless IV, Rizzo sits down with Bitcoin OG & Core developer Jeff Garzik to reflect on Bitcoin’s early days, the culture shift from experimentation to ossification, and his belief that Bitcoin’s social and monetary network would have emerged regardless of specific developers. Garzik critiques Lightning as …

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Industry Narratives, Future of Stablecoins & Big Tech Is Coming | Permissionless IV Recap 34:08

2M ago34:08

34:08

In this special bonus episode, we dive into the takeaways from Permissionless IV, unpacking the biggest industry narratives and themes shaping crypto today. We discuss the future of stablecoins, give a candid macro outlook, and explore how Big Tech is positioning itself as the next crypto overlord. Finally, we reflect on some predictions we got wro…

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Where To Build In The Bitcoin Network 42:26

2M ago42:26

42:26

In this special episode of Supply Shock live from Permissionless IV, Pete Rizzo hosts a panel of top builders pushing the frontier of Bitcoin development: Jeff Garzik (Hemi), Muneeb Ali (Stacks), Eli Ben-Sasson (StarkWare), and Hong Kim (Core). They debate where to build in the Bitcoin ecosystem, the evolving use cases for Bitcoin L2s, and how to m…

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Bitcoin’s Next Demand Shock Is Coming | Kyle Reidhead 37:51

2M ago37:51

37:51

In this episode live from Permissionless, Milk Road founder Kyle Reidhead joins the show to discuss the drivers of Bitcoin demand, the impact of the Israel-Iran war, and whether crypto money will chase crypto IPOs, treasury companies, or something else. We also discuss Michael Saylor & Strategy, who wins the stablecoin boom, what the future for Bit…

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Empire | Introducing the Token Transparency Framework 1:10:10

2M ago1:10:10

1:10:10

In this special episode from the Empire podcast, Blockworks unveils its new Token Transparency framework—an initiative designed to close the information gap and bring much-needed clarity to the crypto space. Dan Smith, Head of Data at Blockworks, explains how this framework will reshape how token projects operate and why transparency is the key to …

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Bitcoin's Biggest Bubble Is On Its Way | Milk Road 48:25

2M ago48:25

48:25

In this episode, Bitcoin historian Pete Rizzo joins the Milk Road Show to share his thesis on the coming explosion of Bitcoin treasury companies and why they may drive the next major inflow into Bitcoin. He explains why stablecoins and NFTs were once ignored just like Bitcoin treasuries are now, why thousands of firms—not dozens—might soon hold BTC…

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Bitcoin Visions Collide: Jack Dorsey vs. Michael Saylor 53:08

2M ago53:08

53:08

This week, Rizzo is joined by Nolan Bauerle and Michael McSweeney for a heavyweight clash of Bitcoin visions: Jack Dorsey vs. Michael Saylor. The panel breaks down Dorsey’s developer-first, decentralized payments push versus Saylor’s Wall Street-centric, corporate treasury strategy. They debate who's funding Bitcoin’s future, who’s leading the char…

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He Bought Bitcoin at $80 — Why He's Buying at $100,000 | Isaac Miller 1:04:54

2M ago1:04:54

1:04:54

In this episode, Bitcoin OG Isaac Miller recounts his journey from HODLing coins in 2013 to becoming a cultural icon through viral videos and meme coins. He reflects on the shifting ethos of Bitcoin—from its cypherpunk roots to political adoption and corporate backing—while warning that many early believers have lost touch with the tech’s evolution…

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Save Our Wallets: The Legal War on Bitcoin | Matt Corallo 1:16:44

3M ago1:16:44

1:16:44

In this episode, veteran Bitcoin developer Matt Corallo joins to discuss why second layers like Lightning and Ark are essential for scaling Bitcoin — and why current laws put them at risk. He breaks down the regulatory blind spots threatening non-custodial wallet developers, and advocates for the Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act to preserve open…

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Bitcoin, Not Blockchain: Wall Street’s Big Flip 39:45

3M ago39:45

39:45

Live from the Bitcoin 2025 conference, Adam Back and Sean Bill of Blockstream break down the quiet but massive shift underway as institutions, pensions, and sovereign funds begin allocating to Bitcoin. They discuss Blockstream's mining investment strategies, institutional Bitcoin income funds, and the rise of Bitcoin treasury companies like MicroSt…

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MSTR vs BlackRock: Who Will Be The Bitcoin Superpower? 51:51

3M ago51:51

51:51

In this episode, Rizzo & Nolan Bauerle dive into the race between MicroStrategy and BlackRock to become the largest holders of Bitcoin. They compare Michael Saylor’s singular, leveraged BTC accumulation strategy with Larry Fink’s sprawling ETF-driven approach at BlackRock. They explore how each firm’s structure, incentives, and regulatory realities…

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Sweden’s Bitcoin Bombshell: Selling Gold, Buying Bitcoin? | Dennis Dioukarev 42:57

3M ago42:57

42:57

In this episode, Swedish MP Dennis Dioukarev discusses his viral proposal for Sweden to adopt a strategic Bitcoin reserve—an unprecedented move in the European Union. He breaks down the flawed logic of the Swedish Central Bank's dismissal, explains how Bitcoin aligns with values of freedom and transparency, and outlines the political path forward t…

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Bitcoin’s Data Debate: Should the Blockchain Be Permissionless? | Sergio Lerner 1:04:02

3M ago1:04:02

1:04:02

In this episode, Bitcoin Developer Sergio Lerner joins the show to discuss Bitcoin’s latest development battles–from the OP_RETURN data wars to the future of programmable Bitcoin through BitVMX. He argues that filtering Bitcoin transactions restricts innovation, outlines the real-world financial use cases enabled by protocols like RSK, and explains…

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How Bitcoin Became Trump’s Weapon | Ryan Selkis 1:21:13

3M ago1:21:13

1:21:13

In this episode, Ryan Selkis joins the show for his self-proclaimed 'last crypto interview' to discuss his whistleblowing about Mt. Gox’s insolvency, his role in securing Trump's support, and the controversy around him bringing the culture wars to crypto. We also delve into the FTX collapse, crypto vs. Bitcoin, and more. — Follow Ryan: https://x.co…

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Bitcoin’s Last Stand: The OP_RETURN Invasion | Chris Guida 1:51:51

3M ago1:51:51

1:51:51

In this episode, Chris Guida unpacks the OP_RETURN debate, argues that Bitcoin must protect its cultural values to survive, and warns that without strong norms, Bitcoin risks becoming Ethereum 2.0. He challenges the idea that Bitcoin is truly permissionless, critiques miner incentives, and defends filtering policies as vital to preserving decentral…

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PGP Creator: Bitcoin Is Not the Revolution You Think | Phil Zimmermann 1:16:40

3M ago1:16:40

1:16:40

In this episode, cryptography legend Phil Zimmermann—creator of PGP—reflects on his role in the original “crypto wars,” the mixed societal impact of Bitcoin, and why he’s both intrigued by and cautious about Bitcoin’s role in human rights, crime, privacy, and global monetary systems. He applauds Bitcoin’s resistance to autocracy and surveillance bu…

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Bitcoin’s High-Tech War: Builders vs. The Filters 1:11:22

4M ago1:11:22

1:11:22

In this episode, Janusz joins the show to discuss the growing tension in the Bitcoin community over layer two (L2) scaling, especially around rollups like Citrea. We also unpack a proposed change to the OP_RETURN limit, the ideological split between Bitcoin core devs and cultural purists (aka "filters"), and the implications for Bitcoin’s long-term…

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BITCOIN CITY: The Untold Story Behind Roswell's Historic Reserve | Guy Malone & Adam Simecka 40:33

4M ago40:33

40:33

In this episode, Guy Malone and Adam Simecka join the show to discuss Roswell, New Mexico starting a strategic Bitcoin reserve, Bitcoin’s role in local governance, and how Roswell is approaching its Bitcoin custody. We also delve into building the new Fort Knox, Adam’s history in Bitcoin, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Guy: https://x.com/RichNFrenz Foll…

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Can You Insure Your Bitcoin? | Rob Hamilton 1:03:40

4M ago1:03:40

1:03:40

In this episode, Rob Hamilton of Anchorwatch joins the show to discuss his company serving Bitcoin insurance to individuals and businesses, the corporate adoption narrative dominating this cycle, and the insurance and custody challenges for corporations holding Bitcoin. We also delve into shifting culture and values in crypto, whether the financial…

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Quantum Computing: How Safe Is Your Bitcoin? | Hunter Beast 1:09:51

4M ago1:09:51

1:09:51

In this episode, Hunter Beast joins the show to discuss the quantum threat to Bitcoin, his BIP-360 proposal to address the existential problem, and the spectrum of Bitcoiners that are more or less vulnerable. We also delve into balancing Bitcoin rights and principles with crucial updates, the development process getting BIP-360 implemented before Q…

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The Bitcoin Treasury War: Mallers vs. Saylor 53:33

4M ago53:33

53:33

This week, Rizzo and Nolan discuss Cantor, SoftBank, Tether and Jack Mallers teaming up to create a competitor to Strategy and the vision for their new company Twenty One. We also delve into the shifting focus in Bitcoin from Main Street to Wall Street, the narrative dominating this cycle, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Nolan: https://x.com/countbtc Fol…

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What's the Problem With Bitcoin? | James O’Beirne 1:20:47

4M ago1:20:47

1:20:47

In this episode, James O'Beirne joins the show to discuss the core theoretical and developer problems Bitcoin needs to address, the evolving vision for Bitcoin, and how the modern day crypto ecosystem grew from Bitcoin limitations and experimentation. We also delve into the leadership problem in Bitcoin, the hostile approach to Bitcoin developers a…

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Jerome Powell's WORST Nightmare: TRUMP & BITCOIN?! | Weekly Roundup 59:01

4M ago59:01

59:01

This week, we discuss China and Asia reevaluating their crypto policy, McDonald’s shareholders pushing for Bitcoin Treasury plans, and Trump & El Salvador President Bukele meeting at the White House. We also delve into Trump’s newest crypto venture, and the Supreme Court ruling allowing Trump to fire head’s of independent agencies, and more. Enjoy!…

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The BPI's Plan To Make America A Bitcoin Nation | Grant McCarty 55:34

4M ago55:34

55:34

In this episode, Grant McCarty of the Bitcoin Policy Institute joins the show to discuss his early political engagements and origins of BPI, challenges and opportunities around implementing crypto legislation, and the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. We also delve into advancing Bitcoin as a debt instrument, the evolving political landscape, and more. En…

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The Inventor of Blockchain On the Future Of Bitcoin | Scott Stornetta 1:18:46

5M ago1:18:46

1:18:46

In this episode, inventor of blockchain Scott Stornetta joins the show to discuss developing the first digital timestamping system, the key innovations and limitations of Bitcoin’s design, and why Bitcoin has not yet succeeded as real money. We also delve into his critique of proof-of-work, his thoughts on other crypto projects like Ethereum, stabl…

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Is The Bull Market Back?! | Weekly Roundup 54:18

5M ago54:18

54:18

This week, we discuss whether we’re in a bull or bear market, Circle preparing for an IPO, and Fidelity giving the green light to crypto retirement investments. We also delve into GameStop buying Bitcoin, Eric Trump launching his American Bitcoin mining business, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Austin: https://x.com/KeepM3Weird Follow Nolan: https://x.co…

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The One About Exercise 17:47

5M ago17:47

17:47

In our 90th epsiode, we walk through all the benefits of improving our exercise strategy.

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Burning Bitcoin: Michael Saylor's $1.5 BILLION Mistake | Bill Barhydt 1:00:28

5M ago1:00:28

1:00:28

In this episode, Bill Barhydt joins the show to discuss Michael Saylor saying he may burn the keys to his Bitcon before dying, crypto becoming a partisan issue with Trump’s embrace, and why the future of banking is decentralized. We also delve into why Ethereum has lost its way, Bitcoin vs the various L1s, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Bill: https://x.…

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How To Win The Bitcoin Lottery | BitAxe Creator Skot 1:01:43

5M ago1:01:43

1:01:43

In this episode, Bitaxe founder Skot joins the show to discuss the new wave of affordable Bitaxe miners, the permissionless nature of Bitcoin mining, and why proof-of-work is the ideal consensus mechanism. We also delve into the odds of mining a block, centralization in Bitcoin mining, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Skot: https://x.com/skot9000 Follow R…

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The Bitcoin Empire: America's New Financial War | Trace Mayer 55:09

5M ago55:09

55:09

In this episode, Trace Mayer joins the show to discuss monetary sovereignty and the fourth turning, the government acquiring Bitcoin as a strategic reserve, and US-China economic warfare. We also delve into the historical perspective on digital currencies, early Bitcoiner’s navigating their immense wealth, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Trace: https://x…

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