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The Bitcoin Infinity Show

Knut Svanholm and Luke de Wolf

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This is the Bitcoin Infinity Show, a Bitcoin philosophy podcast hosted by Knut Svanholm and Luke de Wolf! In each episode, we explore the infinite potential of Bitcoin from a philosophical perspective. Join us if you want to go deeper down the rabbit hole of Bitcoin and related freedom-go-up technologies and ideas! Formerly the Freedom Footprint Show.
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Bitcoin Mechanic joins us to talk about the current OP_RETURN debate, fighting Bitcoin spam, and more! The Bitcoin Infinity Live Show is a new weekly show where Knut Svanholm and Luke de Wolf tackle topical issues in Bitcoin, often with some of the top figures in the space. Connect with Mechanic: https://x.com/GrassFedBitcoin Connect with Us: https…
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In this episode, Susie Violet Ward joins the show to talk about her journey into Bitcoin, her advocacy for Bitcoin through journalism and Bitcoin Policy UKI, and the challenges she faces in the UK regarding Bitcoin adoption and education. We also delve into the importance of decentralizing Bitcoin mining and the intricacies of educating policymaker…
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This episode of the Bitcoin Infinity Academy covers Sovereignty Through Mathematics Chapter 8: Changing the Rules In this episode, we explore the intricacies of altering the Bitcoin protocol,t he concepts of hard forks and soft forks, and more. We also touch on historical events such as the block size wars, the difference between Bitcoin and crypto…
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The Bitcoin Infinity Show is going live! We will cover topical subjects and pressing issues with guests throughout the Bitcoin space. Our first guest is Samson Mow, and we will be covering the Bitcoin Core and OP_RETURN drama. Samson is one of the most knowledgeable figures on the topic, and as a veteran of the Blocksize wars, he has some lessons t…
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In this episode, we welcome Roger Huang to the Bitcoin Infinity Show to discuss his insights on Bitcoin's role in China. We explore Roger's background, the intricacies of the Chinese economy, cultural and political nuances, and the potential impact of Bitcoin on Chinese society. Roger also delves into the country's history, its current geopolitical…
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This episode of the Bitcoin Infinity Academy covers Sovereignty Through Mathematics Chapter 7: Holding On In this episode, we explore the historic and financial implications of inflation, saving versus hodling, and the unprecedented scarcity of Bitcoin compared to traditional assets like gold and real estate. We also touch on the psychological aspe…
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James Check AKA Checkmatey to discuss a range of topics including Bitcoin market trends, the nuances of on-chain analytics, and strategies for hodling and trading. The conversation also touches upon the future of Bitcoin, the concept of hyperbitcoinization, and the practical applications of Austrian economics in the world. Connect with Checkmatey: …
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This episode of the Bitcoin Infinity Academy covers Sovereignty Through Mathematics Chapter 6: Scarcity In this episode, we delve into the concept of scarcity, comparing it from multiple perspectives including American, British, and pirate. We discuss how scarcity relates to energy, time, value, and its local nature within a set framework. We also …
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Matyas Kuchar joins the Bitcoin Infinity Show as he talks with host Knut Svanholm about organizing the BTC Prague Conference, his journey in the Bitcoin ecosystem, and the broader impact of Bitcoin on personal responsibility and society. They delve into Matyas's journey in organizing Bitcoin events, the impact of Bitcoin on personal responsibility,…
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This episode of the Bitcoin Infinity Academy covers Sovereignty Through Mathematics Chapter 4: Proof of Work The discussion covers the intrinsic value of proof of work, its evolutionary metaphor, and why Bitcoin's finite supply and difficulty adjustment algorithm make it superior to other assets like gold and fiat currencies. The hosts also explore…
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In this Bitcoin Infinity episode, we dive into Joe Bryan’s film "What's The Problem?" and explore how Bitcoin is changing the way the world works. Joe talks about how Bitcoin offers a competitive edge to anyone who adopts it, from individuals to countries. He explains how Bitcoin is creating a global, free market where everyone benefits by acting i…
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This episode of the Bitcoin Infinity Academy covers Sovereignty Through Mathematics Chapter 4: An Immaculate Conception This episode explores how complex systems emerge from simpler ones in nature and Bitcoin, drawing parallels with termite colonies, fractals, and the evolution of money. Learn about Bitcoin's decentralized and immutable nature, its…
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In this episode, Patrick Lowry, CEO of Samara Asset Group, shares his thoughts on Bitcoin and how his company manages assets, highlighting why they use Bitcoin as their main reserve. Patrick gives us an inside look at Samara Asset Group’s history and what makes them unique. We discuss the tricky parts of investing in Bitcoin compared to other crypt…
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This episode of the Bitcoin Infinity Academy covers Sovereignty Through Mathematics Chapter 3: The Gullible Collective We discuss how collectivism can distort human judgment and lead to sociopaths thriving in positions of power, the implications of fractional reserve banking, and how Bitcoin disrupts traditional political and economic systems. Join…
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In this episode of the Bitcoin Infinity Show, Knut Svanholm welcomes Mike 'Muzz' Jarmuz, co-founder of Lightning Ventures and Thunder Funder. We discuss our recent experiences at Bitcoin events in El Salvador and Colombia, exploring how our rebellious spirit led to memorable moments. Mike details his journey into Bitcoin, describing Lightning Ventu…
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This episode of the Bitcoin Infinity Academy covers Sovereignty Through Mathematics Chapter 2: Financial Atheism. We explore the controversial yet thought-provoking concept of financial atheism in Bitcoin, the proof of work algorithm, and the philosophical implications of absolute scarcity in a commodity. Join the discussion on how Bitcoin challeng…
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This episode of the Bitcoin Infinity Academy covers Sovereignty Through Mathematics Chapter 1: Everything A Trade. Discover how every interaction is an exchange and how Bitcoin introduces absolute scarcity—redefining the nature of money and trade. Read the chapter on Nostr: https://primal.net/infinity/Sovereignty-Through-Mathematics-Chater-1-Everyt…
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Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Bitcoin Infinity Academy, brought to you by PlanB Network. Join the academy at our Geyser page: https://geyser.fund/project/infinity The Bitcoin Infinity Academy is an educational project built around Knut Svanholm’s books about Bitcoin and Austrian Economics. Each week, a whole chapter from one of the books …
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In this episode, Knut talks with Francis Pouliot (CEO and co-founder of Bull Bitcoin, one of Canada’s leading Bitcoin-only exchanges) about his journey into Bitcoin and its impact on society and politics. We talk about how Bitcoin gives people more financial freedom, the problems with traditional money, and why it's hard to explain Bitcoin to begin…
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In this special 150th episode, we take a look back at our podcast journey and share some exciting plans for 2025. One of the biggest highlights is the launch of the Bitcoin Infinity Academy, where we’ll be releasing our books chapter-by-chapter on Nostr, along with discussion videos to dive deeper into the content. On top of that, we’re keeping bus…
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Abubakar Nur Khalil is a Bitcoin core contributor and the founder and CEO of Recursive Capital. From coding in Kaduna to shaping Bitcoin’s future, Abubakar shares how he built Recursive Capital, led Btrust, and why Nigeria is primed for Bitcoin adoption. Connect with Abubakar: https://x.com/ihate1999 Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinityshow…
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Madex, the based, freedom-loving artist from Alberta and creative director of Bull Bitcoin, joins us to talk about art, creativity, inspiration, freedom, and much more! We cover everything from: 1. The origin of Madex's iconic designs and their philosophical roots. 2. The evolution of Bull Bitcoin and its international expansion. 3. His creative pr…
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Michael Bumann, AKA Bumi, is the founder and CEO of Alby, innovative Lightning development company specializing in Lightning interoperability on the web and accessible node infrastructure. Join us to hear about everything going on with Bumi and at Alby! Connect with Bumi: https://x.com/Bumi Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinityshow.com/ http…
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Bitcoin Shooter is back to tell us all about his new documentary "No More Inflation," which takes the viewer on a journey to understand why inflation happens, why it's bad, and if it's possible to get rid of it. Check out the documentary yourself at https://nomoreinflation.com/ Connect with Shooter: https://x.com/BitcoinShooter Connect with Us: htt…
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Larry Lepard joins the show for the third time to tell us about his new book, The Big Print, out now on Amazon! Larry tells us why the Big Print is inevitable, and why Bitcoin is the solution. You'll have to read the book for all the details! Connect with Larrry: https://x.com/LawrenceLepard Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinityshow.com/ htt…
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Adam O'Brien is the founder and CEO of Bitcoin Well, a non-custodial Bitcoin exchange from Alberta, Canada focusing on enabling independence through Bitcoin. In this conversation, we discuss the origins of Bitcoin Well, the political climate in Canada, the future of self-custody, the importance of independence, and much more! Connect with Adam: htt…
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Cory Klippsten joins the show for the second time to talk about Bitcoin trends in 2025, including Trump's take on Bitcoin, how the bull market is going to go, new investment options to be aware of, and much more! Connect with Cory: https://x.com/coryklippsten https://x.com/Swan Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinityshow.com/ https://bitcoinin…
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We're taking over The Bitcoin Times! Aleks Svetski joins us to talk about how we are taking over operation of the Bitcoin Times, starting with releasing new paperback editions of all previous editions. We also get a general update on everything going on with Svetski, including the launch of the Bushido of Bitcoin. Connect with Svetski: https://x.co…
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Kilian Rausch is the founder and CEO of Boltz, a non-custodial Bitcoin bridge, allowing swaps between Bitcoin and layer 2 technologies such as Lightning, Liquid, and more to come. We discuss the history of Boltz, the current state of the Lightning network, the future of layer 2 technologies on Bitcoin, and much more! Connect with Kilian: https://x.…
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Katie the Russian is the founder and CEO of Plan B Passports, a business on a mission to set you up with plan B (and C, and D, etc) in case your jurisdiction becomes unfriendly to you or your loved ones. Katie is also a Bitcoiner, and has specialized in alternate passport schemes for multiple years. She shares her latest updates on top destinations…
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Bob Burnett is CEO of Barefoot Mining, and a staunch monetary maximalist bitcoiner. Bob joins us to take us through the ins and out of the economics of Bitcoin mining, including the broken FPPS payout model, Bitcoin block space as a commodity, and much more! Connect with Bob: https://x.com/boomer_btc https://www.barefootmining.com/ Connect with Us:…
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In this riveting episode of the Bitcoin Infinity Show, Jeff Booth returns to discuss the transformative impact of Bitcoin on global financial systems. Jeff emphasizes the importance of Bitcoin as a medium of exchange, recounts insights from Austrian economics, and explores the cooperative potential of Bitcoin in uniting 8 billion people. How Bitcoi…
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General Kenobi is a Bitcoin Mining analyst with some hot takes about Bitcoin Mining in the future! Join us to hear about how FPPS is dying, mining won't be profitable in 10 years, and more! Don't know what FPPS is? All the more reason to tune in! Recorded in-person in Maribor, Slovenia, at the NiceHashX conference! Connect with Kenobi: https://prim…
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Jameson Lopp is the Co-founder & Chief Security Officer of Casa, long-term Bitcoiner, and self-described professional cypherpunk. In this conversation, we discuss critical aspects of Bitcoin security, misconceptions about Bitcoin, and the challenges of bridging the computer science and Austrian economics perspectives. We also dig into the inner wor…
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Filip Karađorđević is the Hereditary Prince of Serbia and Chief Strategy Officer of Jan3. His second time on the show, we met Filip in Maribor, Slovenia, at the NiceHashX conference, to talk about the state of Bitcoin adoption, how it relates to relates to current geopolitics. We also cover the development and adoption of Jan3's Aqua wallet, Bitcoi…
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Lando Rothbardian is the CEO of ShopInBit, Europe's biggest Bitcoin store. He joins us to discuss why it's important to accept Bitcoin, the difficulties of running a Bitcoin business, his libertarian philosophy, and more! Connect with Lando: https://x.com/LRothbardian https://x.com/shopinbit https://shopinbit.com/ Connect with Us: https://www.bitco…
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Guy Swann has read more about Bitcoin than anyone else, ever! (Probably) The Voice of Bitcoin himself, host of the Bitcoin Audible podcast (and a few more), Guy joins us to talk about everything going on in his world, including the audiobook for Bitcoin: The Inverse of Clown World! Connect with Guy: https://primal.net/p/npub1h8nk2346qezka5cpm8jjh3y…
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Rigel Walshe is an OG Bitcoiner, metalhead, and all-around awesome guy! We were joined by Rigel live at Baltic Honeybadger 2024 in Riga. Rigel delves into his journey from playing in a metal band to becoming a notable figure in the Bitcoin community. He discusses his experiences with Bitcoin since 2014, his transition into the tech world, and the s…
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Adam Back is the CEO of Blockstream, the inventor of Hashcash, and one of the most influential figures in Bitcoin. He joined us from Baltic Honeybadger in Riga to talk about the last year in Bitcoin, and the outlook on Bitcoin in the future, both in the near and long term. We explore the challenges posed by spam transactions, the 'freeloader' probl…
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Obi Nwosu, CEO of Fedi, joined us in Riga during Baltic Honeybadger to talk about the recent launch of Fedi, and we dig into all the ways that Fedi and FediMint will revolutionize the Bitcoin and Nostr ecosystems! Connect with Obi: https://primal.net/p/npub1kp7jzme0qs3wcqjjmkq6v5fm359sclhc22glhadgtmerlr0h37nsn8487l https://x.com/obi https://www.fed…
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Max Hillebrand joined us for the 3rd time (but first on the rebranded show!) live from Nostriga in Riga, and we ended up talking about Bitcoin, praxeology, The Lodging of Wayfaring Men, and much more! Connect with Max: https://primal.net/p/npub1klkk3vrzme455yh9rl2jshq7rc8dpegj3ndf82c3ks2sk40dxt7qulx3vt Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinitysh…
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Ben Perrin is the host of BTC Sessions, one of the most valuable Bitcoin education resources available! He joins the show to talk about what he's bullish about, Bitcoin in Canada and Alberta, his new Bitcoin Mentor initiative, and much more! Connect with Ben: https://primal.net/p/npub1rxysxnjkhrmqd3ey73dp9n5y5yvyzcs64acc9g0k2epcpwwyya4spvhnp8 https…
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George Manolov is the Bitcoin Director at Botev Plovdiv, the oldest active football club in Bulgaria. George joins us to tell us about the Bitcoin projects at Botev Plovdiv, and the Bitcoin situation in Bulgaria more generally! Connect with George and Botev Plovdiv: https://primal.net/p/npub19jfsjxx7gtw2t52qepx93ek57fdstfwszct3qqwzns4zxmvsc5gswf8rx…
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In this episode we're joined by Derek Ross to deep dive into Nostr! Recorded live in Riga on day one of Nostriga! Connect with Derek: https://primal.net/p/npub18ams6ewn5aj2n3wt2qawzglx9mr4nzksxhvrdc4gzrecw7n5tvjqctp424 https://nostrplebs.com/ https://nostrnests.com/ Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinityshow.com/ https://primal.net/freedom ht…
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In this episode we're joined by Paolo Ardoino and Mathias Buus Madsen from Holepunch to learn about Keet, the Pear runtime, a little bit about Tether, and more! Connect with Paolo and Mathias: https://x.com/paoloardoino https://x.com/keet_io https://keet.io/ https://tether.io/ Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinityshow.com/ https://primal.net…
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In this episode, we're joined by our friend Peter Dunworth from the Bitcoin Adviser! We catch up with Peter after about a year, hear about everything he's been up to, and cover plenty of philosophical topics! Connect with Peter: https://x.com/PeterBTCAdviser https://www.thebitcoinadviser.com/ Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinityshow.com/ ht…
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In this episode, Maya Parbhoe joins the Bitcoin Infinity Show to share her story, going from Bitcoin advocate to presidential candidate in Suriname. Maya shares her passion for innovation and Bitcoin, explains her vision for implementing Bitcoin as a national currency, and outlines her political campaign for 2025. She provides insights into Surinam…
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Grafton joins the show to tell us about Vexl, a mobile app giving its users a simple, accessible and safe way to trade bitcoin as it was intended - peer-to-peer and without KYC. Connect with Grafton and Vexl: https://x.com/satsdisco https://x.com/vexl Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinityshow.com/ https://x.com/BtcInfinityShow https://primal…
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FractalEncrypt, one of Bitcoin's premiere artists and good friend of the show, joins us to talk about his experience at BTC Prague, his Codex 32 sculptures, how he creates art, and more! Recorded in person immediately after BTC Prague, we were all a bit tired after a long and exciting conference, but happy to get to catch up with Fractal all the sa…
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Mags is a Bitcoin advisor focusing on mining and energy. She joins us to talk about how Bitcoin is clean tech, and discuss whether Bitcoin really fixes environmental issues such as pollution and carbon emissions. Connect with Mags: https://x.com/Crypto_Mags Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinityshow.com/ https://x.com/BtcInfinityShow https://…
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