006 - Highlights: Episodes 1-5

006 - Highlights: Episodes 1-5

Author: Lynne Bairstow, Israel Munoz May 13, 2024 Duration: 29:37

In this episode, the hosts reflect on the first five episodes of the Build With Bitcoin podcast and highlight the key points and synergies between the conversations. The content covers wallets and different approaches to adoption, the growth of Bitcoin as a payment rail for businesses, the advantages of Bitcoin's network effects when it comes to venture investing in Bitcoin companies, and how to think long-term when Building With Bitcoin to create a more prosperous future. The hosts explain the importance of tying this all together by a mission-driven thesis.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview
03:11 Samson Mow and Jan 3
07:27 Parker Lewis and Zaprite
12:11 Grant Gilliam and 1031
18:54 Bob Burnett and Barefoot Mining
23:24 Summary and Conclusion

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At its core, Build With Bitcoin is a conversation about what happens when a foundational technology meets human ambition. Co-hosts Lynne Bairstow and Israel Munoz steer these discussions, moving beyond the daily price chatter to explore the tangible projects, businesses, and investment philosophies emerging from the Bitcoin ecosystem. Their guests-a mix of builders, entrepreneurs, and forward-thinking investors-share firsthand accounts of what it means to create value with this technology as a base layer. You’ll hear practical insights on navigating the intersection of technology and business, the challenges of launching ventures in this space, and the long-term strategic thinking that guides serious investment. This isn't just theory; it's a front-row seat to the practical application of a digital platform reshaping industries. The dialogue naturally spans the worlds of business, entrepreneurship, and investing, all through the lens of a technology that is constantly evolving. For anyone curious about the real-world utility being constructed right now, this podcast offers a grounded, insightful perspective from the people who are actively laying the bricks.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
034 - Joltz: Bitcoin Powered Payments Infrastructure [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:20
Ian Major from Joltz discusses his journey into Bitcoin, the evolution of Joltz, and how Joltz is a part of the launch of the first stablecoin on the Bitcoin Lightning Network, in Brazil. He explains the significance of…
033 - Bob Burnett, Deep Dive: Block Space Scarcity [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:11:01
The conversation delves into the concept of block space within the Bitcoin network, exploring its implications for miners, nations, and economic sovereignty. Bob Burnett discusses the role of miners, the geopolitical asp…
032 - Jim Carucci, CASCDR for Bitcoin-payable AI Services [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:52
Jim from CASCDR discusses the intersection of Bitcoin and AI, emphasizing the importance of privacy, micropayments, and the potential for a more open and decentralized internet. He shares his background in engineering an…
031 - Swapido: Enabling Lightning Powered Bitcoin Swaps [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:48
Gustavo is the CEO and founder of Swapido, a platform to sell Bitcoin over the Lightning network and instantly send pesos to any bank account in Mexico. He is also a technical writer at Bitcoin Optech and has previously…
030 - Highlights, Episodes 25-29 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:39
In this highlights episode of Build With Bitcoin, hosts Lynne and Israel discuss the evolving landscape of Venture Capital in Bitcoin, the innovative use of micropayments in gaming, the securing of data integrity through…
028 - Alex Mann: Investing in Bitcoin Companies through Timechain [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:12
In this episode, co-host Israel Muñoz interviews Alex Mann, a venture capitalist and partner at Timechain and Concentric. Alex shares his journey from traditional business ventures to discovering the potential of Bitcoin…
027 - Simple Proof: Information Integrity using the Bitcoin Timechain [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:21
Carlos, a co-founder at Simple Proof, discusses the importance of information integrity in elections, and elsewhere in public records. He explains how Simple Proof has implemented a system -- already utilized in Guatemal…
026 - Deep Dive: Liquid Network with Adolfo Contreras of Blockstream [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:39
Adolfo from Blockstream discusses the Liquid Network and its potential to reshape capital markets globally. He explains the mechanics of the Liquid Network as a sidechain to Bitcoin, describing its role in enhancing scal…
025 - THNDR: Gaming as a Gateway to Bitcoin Adoption [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:28
The founders of THNDR, Jack and Desiree, discuss their journey in integrating Bitcoin with gaming. They share insights on how gaming can serve as a gateway for new users to adopt Bitcoin, the challenges and opportunities…