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The Conor Chepenik PodcastLightning Turns Money Into a Data Network | Jesse Shrader, CEO of AmbossJesse Shrader built Amboss after paying $60 in Bitcoin transaction fees and watching his payment fail to arrive. Now Amboss is launching Rails X: full peer-to-peer trading directly on Lightning, self-custodial, near-instant, with the network itself acting as a decentralized exchange. In this episode of the Conor Chepenik Podcast we get into Lightning doing 40 million TPS vs Solana's 17,000, why stable coins at the edges actually serve Bitcoiners, AI agents streaming sats for compute, the newspaper-page-size tax story, why the four-year cycle is dead, and Jesse's quote that still floats around Twitter: "Never before has greed tempted me to live a...
2026-02-011h 02The Conor Chepenik PodcastPreserving 17 Years of Bitcoin History Before It DisappearsThe world's first dedicated Bitcoin miner was found at a Swedish yard sale for $10. Now it's worth many multiples of that.In this episode of the Conor Chepenik Podcast I sit down with Tobias Barbir (A.K.A The Coin Dad). Tobias has spent half a decade hunting down the rarest Bitcoin mining hardware on Earth: prototypes, one-of-ones, machines people threw away because they "sucked." His collection is now valued at ~$2.2 million and he's building something that's never existed: a 30,000 sq ft Bitcoin Discovery Center in Dallas, Texas.This conversation covers:→ The 10-month FPGA mining era nobody talks about→ How...
2026-01-291h 10The Conor Chepenik PodcastThe Hayek Strategy: Orange-Pilling Silently (Through Commerce) | MusqetIn this episode of the Conor Chepenik Podcast, I sit down with David Parkinson, CEO of Musqet, and Benjamin de Waal, CTO of Musqet, to break down a pragmatic strategy for Bitcoin merchant adoption. Instead of pitching ideology, Musqet focuses on solving real merchant pain first through an integrated commerce stack, then makes Bitcoin acceptance a native feature that is always available and easy for staff to use.We compare the US and UK payments landscape, including why “cheaper fees” messaging and tender-based discounts do not translate cleanly in the UK and Europe, and how that shapes go to mark...
2026-01-2158 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastAI Privacy, Open Source Models & Why Your Data Should Be Yours | Mark Suman (Maple AI)In this episode of the Conor Chepenik Podcast, Mark Suman (founder of Maple AI and former Apple privacy engineer) discusses the intersection of AI, privacy, and Bitcoin. We explore how Nostr could integrate with AI systems, the implications of training data and copyright, job displacement, and the future of human-computer interaction.Key Topics:Building privacy-focused AI with MapleNostr's role in AI identity verificationCopyright challenges in AI trainingOpen source models vs closed frontier labsFuture of wearables and brain-computer interfacesWhy physical books and letters still matterConnect with Mark:Try Maple AI: https://trymaple.aiX/Twitter: https://x.com/MarkSumanNostr: https://primal...
2025-12-151h 10The Conor Chepenik PodcastBuilding a Permissionless Financial System With Willem Schroe of Botanix LabsIn this episode, Conor Chepenik sits down with Willem Schroe, founder and CEO of Botanix Labs, to discuss the critical crossroads facing Bitcoin's future. Willem argues we're at a pivotal moment: either Bitcoin becomes trapped in ETFs and corporate balance sheets, repeating the mistakes of the gold standard, or we build a truly decentralized financial system where Bitcoin functions as programmable, permissionless money.Topics covered:- Why custodial Bitcoin threatens Bitcoin's core mission - How Botanix Labs enables Bitcoin yield through a proof-of-stake sidechain - The mechanics of staking Bitcoin and earning pure BTC yield...
2025-11-0658 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastBitcoin & AI - The Signal & The Noise with @sovereign_seanHad the opportunity to sit down with my friend, Sean, for a long, winding conversation about the state of Bitcoin, AI, and the deeper cultural forces shaping our world. We talk through Sean’s recent trip to El Salvador and what Bitcoin adoption looks like on the ground there. We explore how the current cycle feels quieter, more institutional, and what that might mean for the future of circular economies and grassroots adoption.From there, we dig into the rise of Bitcoin treasury companies, why they're drawing comparisons to past cycles’ altcoins, and whether this trend represents innovation or dist...
2025-08-291h 16
The Conor Chepenik Podcast#38 Navigating a Changing World: The Future of Money, Education, and Digital Freedom w/Ariel GranatIn this episode of the Conor Chepenik Podcast, returning guest Ariel Granat joins us for a wide-ranging discussion on technology, economics, and society. We explore how Bitcoin could address current economic challenges and analyze the changing landscape of education and employment. The conversation delves into the powerful influence of social media algorithms and the rise of AI, while also examining the often-overlooked 'divide and conquer' tactics employed in modern politics. We discuss how these strategies distract from core issues like monetary policy and financial literacy. From the potential of decentralized technologies like Nostr to the importance of curating our...
2024-08-181h 35
The Conor Chepenik Podcast#37 Corey Paul: Bitcoin Is To Money What Gun Powder Was To WarIn this episode of The Conor Chepenik Podcast, we sat down with Corey Paul, a passionate Bitcoin advocate and small business owner who makes amazing golf clubs, to explore the revolutionary impact of Bitcoin on the global financial landscape. This conversation delves deep into the transformative power of Bitcoin for individuals, businesses, and nations alike.
Corey shares his personal journey into the world of Bitcoin, from his initial skepticism to becoming a fervent believer in its potential. The discussion covers a wide range of topics, including:
- How Bitcoin can empower small...
2024-08-041h 32
The Conor Chepenik Podcast#36 Base Layers MatterEpisode 36 of the Conor Chepenik podcast features @sovereign_sean Chep and Sean discuss Bitcoin ETFs, fiat money as a means of control, and the decentralized ethos of Bitcoin.
Time codes:
00:00:30 Bitcoin ETF - Good, Bad, & Ugly
00:06:30 Fiat as a means of control
00:15:40 Kicking the can down the road
00:24:20 Fedimints & Trade Balances
00:30:00 How capital misallocation ruins a rules based order
00:36:45 Proof of stake vs Proof of work
00:40:00 Savings vs investment
00:41:30 Do you need to expand the money supply for...
2024-01-261h 17
The Conor Chepenik PodcastA Declaration for the Mass Adoption of Sovereign IndividualsIn episode 35, I read through and briefly analyze a constitution I authored for the Constitution of Consent competition put on by Underthrow and other sponsors. This document aims to empower sovereign individuals as the core building blocks of society in an era of technological disruption and decentralization. It provides an insightful framework for how principles of independence, free association, and self-determination can flourish, even as traditional power structures face new challenges.
If you want to read the final piece on your own time you can find the work here: https://medium.com/@chepenikconor/day-571...
2023-11-0728 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastLegacy Social Media Platforms vs Value4Value Enabled PlatformsEpisode 34 of the Conor Chepenik Podcast features me scrolling through Twitter, Stacker News, & Nostr. This is a value 4 value podcast so consider liking, commenting, or zapping if you got value out of this episode.
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2023-09-1813 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastFracturing Of The Big Club by Phil GibsonEpisode 33 of the Conor Chepenik podcast features a read of Gibson's Fracturing Of The Big Club. Thanks for listening.
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2023-08-1920 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastA read of Nick Szabo's Smart Contracts: Building Blocks for Digital Markets from 1996Episode 32 of The Conor Chepenik Podcast is a read of Nick Szabo's Smart Contracts. Szabo shows incredible foresight in this piece and I hope you guys learn something from this fantastic article. I know I did.
In this paper, Szabo defines smart contracts as "a set of promises, specified in digital form, including protocols within which the parties perform on these promises." He argues that smart contracts have the potential to revolutionize digital markets by making it possible to automate the execution of contracts and reduce the need for trust between parties
If you enjoyed this episode, I appreciate...
2023-08-0943 min
The Conor Chepenik Podcast#31 A read of Shinobi's "Who Gatekeeps the Gatekeepers?"Episode 31 of The Conor Chepenik Podcast is another Bitcoin Magazine read.
Shinobi offers a unique perspective which prompts the audience to explore the vast complexities of a world that seems to be succumbing to an oversimplified black-and-white mentality.
This was a masterclass in the paradoxes associated with Bitcoin's gatekeeping challenges.
Shinobi skillfully examines the inherent conflicts between Bitcoin's foundational ethos of permissionless access and the gatekeeping roles inevitably played by developers, users, and businesses as the technology evolves.
If you enjoyed this episode, I appreciate you returning some value by leaving...
2023-08-0416 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastA read of Max Keiser's The Euthanasia Health & Racket ClubIn episode 30 of The Conor Chepenik Podcast, we explore Max Keiser's satirical yet thought-provoking article from the special Gatekeepers edition of Bitcoin Magazine. Through biting humor and wit, Max highlights the problems with financializing every aspect of life, from monetizing basic human emotions to securitizing things like death and thunder.
While presented in an exaggerated, tongue-in-cheek way, Max offers valuable insights that are worth reflecting on. His unique perspective prompts us to think critically about how deeply ingrained finance has become in things that should be free from monetization.
If you enjoyed this episode, I...
2023-08-0112 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastEp. 29 Sloan & Dad read about the paradoxes of moneyAfter reading a great tweet I was motivated to write this piece which can be found here on my Medium
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2023-07-3006 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastTexas Slim & The Beef InitiativeJoin me on Episode 28 of The Conor Chepenik Podcast as I sit down with Texas Slim from The Beef Initiative. In this captivating conversation, we explore Slim's groundbreaking project that is revolutionizing the beef industry. Discover how technology is transforming beef production, challenge conventional thinking, and gain a deeper understanding of the significance of nutrition and food choices.
Prepare yourself for an engaging discussion as we tackle complex issues including factory farming, animal welfare, and the origins of both fiat and factory farms. Hear fascinating Tales from Texas Slim about the Lone Star State, while we delve...
2023-07-111h 16
The Conor Chepenik PodcastCommon Sense In The Modern Financial WorldEpisode 27 of the Conor Chepenik Podcast features a read of an article I recently published for The Common Sense Movement. The article explores 7 of Thomas Paine's most memorable quotes from the book and how they relate to Bitcoin today.
https://www.thecommonsensemovement.com/posts/7nfl8eldmzdwnpe2o9perbbzt1g71r
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2023-07-0913 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastAI, Nostr, Stacker News, Twitter, & Censorship😈Episode #27 of The Conor Chepenik Podcast is another scroll with Chep, I dive into realm of AI and its impact on social media. Platforms I scrolled today include Nostr (used the primal client), Stacker News, and Twitter. I also dove into as the contentious issue of censorship.
Thanks for checking out my podcast. You can support the show v4v by sending my sats on Nostr or using the tip button on binmucker.com
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2023-07-0325 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastThe Power Of SubtractionJoin Conor Chepenik in the 25th episode of his captivating podcast as he engages in a dynamic conversation with a special guest, Caribou. In this episode, they delve into various intriguing topics, including foot health, the power of Bitcoin, unmasking pain, and the profound connection between health and money.
Conor and Caribou kick off the episode by discussing the importance of foot health and grounding. They explore the potential benefits of establishing a connection with the earth.
The conversation then shifts towards Caribou's journey down the Bitcoin rabbit hole. They delve into the transformative impact of Bitcoin on financial...
2023-06-291h 10
The Conor Chepenik PodcastUnderstanding Gatekeepers To Undermine Their Influence by Whitney WebbEpisode 25 features an article read from Bitcoin Magazine's The Gatekeepers Issue.
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2023-06-2316 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastThe Virtues Of SelfishnessIn Episode 24 of the Conor Chepenik Podcast I read two excerpts from You Kant Make It Up! https://www.amazon.com/You-Kant-Make-Up-Philosophers/dp/1851688455 as well as an essay I put together after some reflection. Thanks for watching. Like, subscribe, leave me a comment telling me your thoughts, and zap me some sats if you got value out of this podcast!
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00:00:00 Intro
00:00:54 Chapter 4: Selfish Motives
00:05:42 Chep’s take
00:09:00 Chapter 25 Selfishness is a virtue
00:16:00 My essay The Ethical Value of Actions: Intentions vs Outcomes
00:21:19 Outro
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2023-06-2222 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastUnleashing Abundance: Bitcoin Mining & the Future of Entrepreneurship with JP BaricEpisode 23 of the Conor Chepenik Podcast, featuring JP Baric the CEO of miningstore.com. Brace yourself for a captivating discussion that will leave you hungry for more! 🤝 ⚡️
JP shares his unrivaled expertise on Bitcoin mining. Together, we explore the intriguing realms of GPU and ASIC mining, shedding light on the remarkable evolution of mining practices over time. In addition, JP and Chep delve into the profound implications of BlackRock's recent entry into the Bitcoin space, unraveling the significance of this pivotal move.
We also venture into the realm of entrepreneurship, delving into the inherent challenges and invaluable insights that accompa...
2023-06-201h 00
The Conor Chepenik PodcastA Scroll With ChepEp. 22 Literally just scrolled my social media feeds and added commentary. It was an absolute blast.
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2023-06-1817 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastA Language Without GatekeepersJoin me on the 21st episode of the Conor Chepenik Podcast, where I'll be reading my very first published article from the print edition of Bitcoin Magazine.
The Gatekeepers edition is brimming with remarkable content, and I can't wait to explore more fascinating articles in this issue. My piece is titled "A Language Without Gatekeepers"
I highly recommend grabbing a copy of Bitcoin Magazine's latest magazine. They have truly outdone themselves with the meticulous curation and presentation of these publications. You can get your copy today at https://store.bitcoinmagazine.com/collections/magazines. You will not...
2023-06-1711 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastPayjoin🟠🔀In episode 20 of The Conor Chepenik Podcast, get ready for an exhilarating deep dive into the world of Payjoin. Conor is joined by the insightful Dan Gould as they unravel the intricacies of this revolutionary technology. Together, they explore the vulnerabilities of Apple and iOS to attack vectors, & the importance of privacy. The two speculate on the exciting innovations that Payjoin could unleash, and discuss the intersection of Bitcoin & religion. Finally, they share their perspectives on the value of establishing roots and the power of thinking adversely. Find links to Dan's work in the show notes.
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2023-06-151h 11
The Conor Chepenik PodcastMagic WebstoresEpisode 19 of the Conor Chepenik Podcast features Super Testnet. In this episode Chep & Super Testnet dive deep into the captivating world of open-source software development. The end goal in mind is to empower billions with better money and revolutionize the digital landscape.
In this episode, we unveil the innovative strategies behind Magicwebstore.xyz, the ultimate tool for selling stuff seamlessly thanks to Bitcoin & Nostr.
Topics also include exploring the intricacies of public/private key pairs in the browser, shedding light on the delicate balance between security and usability and why encryption is paramount in safeguarding...
2023-05-291h 09
The Conor Chepenik PodcastFitness, Finance, Freedom, and FriendshipEpisode 18 of the Conor Chepenik Podcast brings together three fascinating guests, Jack, Jon, and Peter, for a riveting discussion on Bitcoin, societal values, and personal growth. In this milestone episode, Conor explores the power of leveraging a group for personal betterment, the significance of Bitcoin as a source of truth, and the role of money in society. The conversation delves into thought-provoking topics such as hope, proof of work, mass adoption of Bitcoin, the impact of education, modern-day bank runs, big food propaganda, growth through stimulus, health and fitness, setting goals, and even touches upon the stoned ape theory...
2023-05-191h 15
The Conor Chepenik PodcastParadigm ShiftEpisode 17 of the Conor Chepenik Podcast features Marks, the host of the No Strings Podcast. The two explore various topics related to the changing landscape of technology and its impact on society.
The episode begins with an introduction followed by a discussion on Nostr versus other social media platforms, highlighting the unique ways in which Nostr changes online incentives. The conversation then shifts to the possibility of Nostr "winning" and its potential impact on taxes.
The next topic of discussion is the idea of companies running relays for their...
2023-05-021h 16
The Conor Chepenik PodcastThe Blocksize WarsIn the 16th episode of The Conor Chepenik podcast, Conor and his guest Mike from River delve into a discussion about altruism, decentralization, and the future of Bitcoin. During their conversation, they explore the impact of the Blocksize War on the Bitcoin community and the role of the Austrian school of thought in the development of Bitcoin. They also discuss their personal experiences on the Nostr platform and the potential impact of this new platform. The podcast is timestamped, and it features an introduction to Mike and River, an overview of the Lightning network, the Blockchain trilemma, decentralization in...
2023-04-2557 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastOpen ProtocolsIn ep. 15, Chep delivers an insightful presentation about Bitcoin and the Nostr protocol. The presentation commences by exploring the fundamental concept of money and how Bitcoin aligns with this definition. Chep highlights that Bitcoin is unique compared to traditional currencies, as it is a bottom up system that can't be used as a means of control.
Further, Chep discusses the notions of deflation and inflation, explaining how Bitcoin addresses issues associated with both. Chep demonstrates how to use data from a node to confirm the number of existing Bitcoins. The conversation then shifts to Nostr, a tool...
2023-04-1920 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastEmbracing ChangeIn episode 14 of The Conor Chepenik Podcast Greg & Jeff hopped on to discuss MassAdoption and what we are doing to orange pill New England. Topics include
Hurdles of Merchant Adoption
Overcoming Fear to Embrace Change
Creative Ways to Stack Sats
MassAdoption Freedom Festival Powered by Bitcoin
Foundation Devices
BJ Dichter's Speech about freedom during one of our Bitcoin meetups
Texas Slim & The Beef Initiative
Time Codes:
00:00:27 The Start Of MassAdoption
00:06:49 Taking Initiative To Make A Difference
00:08:49 Hurdles Of Merchant Adoption
00:15:00 Overcoming Fear To Embrace Change
00:22:00 Creative ways to stack sats
00:24:05 MassAdoption Freedom...
2023-04-1336 min
Bitcoin PeopleTrade History & Bitcoin's Future | Bitcoin People EP 20: Conor ChepenikFrom the Opium Wars to the rise of Bitcoin, Chep offers a journey through trade history, economic systems, and the potential of cryptocurrency. Explore how Bitcoin can reshape global trade and address Western society's looming challenges.
Chep's Twitter: https://twitter.com/ConorChepenik
Chep's Website: https://chepenik.github.io/conorchepenik.com/
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2023-04-0454 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastExploring Gold, Game Theory, & The Post-Scarcity World Bitcoin Can Bring AboutIn episode 13 of the Conor Chepenik podcast Chep is joined by Dawdu to discuss high-inflation, game theory, the role of gold in the bitcoin standard, MassAdoption's Freedom Festival, fractional reserve banking and why time will be the most valuable asset in a post-scarcity world. Appreciate all the listeners.
Time Codes:
00:00:00 intro
00:1:07 High-inflation
4:22 Nationalizing the banking system
7:07 Fully reserved banks vs fractional reserve banks
9:12 Game theory
Add a link to Balaji’s bet
Add a link to Dawdu’s book...
2023-03-2154 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastThe Dopamine Dilemma: How Our Brain's Reward System is HijackedFor episode 12, Chep is joined by Jens to discuss the impact of selling your attention for cheap dopamine hits, the importance of nuclear families in today's world, and the potential future systems that could shape how nation-states govern. They also dive into the problems with real estate as a store of value, Bitcoin vs fiat currency and the body as your proof of work. This was a super fun conversation. Thank you for listening!
Jen's Substack
https://thegoodx.substack.com/
The Prism Substack
https://gurwinder.substack.com/
Times codes
Intro: 00:00:00
00:00:30 The body as your proof a work
00:04:15 Why Nuclear families...
2023-03-011h 19
The Shane Hazel Show271. The Bankers Are Laughing At YouThe FDIC members are laughing at Americans and don't want their views of the Banks to be publicized to the masses, and an article from Bitcoin News by my friend Conor Chepenik on the Ponzi scheme of the fiat currency.
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2023-02-241h 03
The Conor Chepenik PodcastIndependence is a Verb Episode 11 with Shane HazelIn episode 11, Conor welcomes Shane Hazel on the podcast. Shane is a former marine, host of the Radical Podcast, and recently ran for Governor of Georgia as the Libertarian candidate. In this episode we discuss homesteading, homeschooling, Bitcoin, fiat, kleptocrats, psychological operations, the importance of freedom of speech, psilocybin, religion, love and much more. Apologies for the echo on my voice. I did what I could to fix it in post but didn’t realize my mic was picking up so much echo until after we had finished recording. Ya boi is already looking into new microphones so this doesn’t ha...
2023-02-2357 min
The Shane Hazel Show269. The State of the Union & BitcoinI'm tired of people pretending that government is in control of government, the SOTU is a production and nothing more which I illustrate, along with the solution to building a better culture in this episode of Radical.
Ayn Ran's Objectivism Meets Bitcoin
Conor Chepenik
Shane on Kennedy
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2023-02-0850 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastIncentives Will Always Outperform CoercionHad the pleasure of speaking with Mickey Koss to discuss incentives, Bitcoin's ability to help creators thrive, value 4 value, how the U.S getting more involved in Bitcoin might look, proof of work, how are data is used, and plenty more. I highly recommend reading some of Mickey's articles on Bitcoin Magazine https://bitcoinmagazine.com/authors/mickey-koss
Also give him a follow on Twitter @PlebiusEconomus or connect with him on LinkedIn.
I recently joined Fountain, a value 4 value podcasting app. Highly recommend checking it out if you aren't using it already🤝😎
Thanks for listening!
2023-02-0643 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastBecoming A "Bitcoin Node"Get ready to dive into the world of Bitcoin with the co-founder of Bitcoin Lincolnland, Tim Niemeyer, on episode nine of the Conor Chepenik Podcast! Tim shares insights on everything from organizing Bitcoin meetups to learning how to learn, why alt-coins are essentially fiat 2.0 as well as topics like time preference and historical figures. Don't miss out on this engaging episode! And be sure to check out Tim's writing on Medium and Bitcoin Magazine for even more valuable insights.
https://medium.com/@timothyniemeyer/on-teaching-5d473f22e317
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/authors/tim-niemeyer
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2023-01-2950 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastEpisode #8 Gurwinder's "TikTok is a Chinese Superweapon" Substack ReadIn this episode I read Gurwinder's most recent substack (at the time of this recording) about TikTok. It's a truly thought provoking piece and I recommend subscribing to his substack The Prism which can be found at https://gurwinder.substack.com/p/tiktok-may-be-a-chinese-bio-weapon
At the end I share some thoughts and reflect on how anything great takes a lot of hard work. Social media, like TikTok, makes it harder to do said work because the dopamine drips provided by these platforms requires no hard work. Thus it atrophies your mental capabilities of doing deep work.
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2023-01-2430 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastEpisode #7 Mass Adoption Substack ReadIn today's episode I did a read from the Mass Adoption substack and gave my thoughts afterwards. We were lucky enough to have Jason Lowrey from the U.S Space Force come and give a talk so I tried to articulate my thoughts from Jason's speech into this substack.
Hope you enjoyed today's episode. You can find out more about the Mass Adoption bitcoin meetup at massadoption.net
You can read this substack and others at https://massadoption.substack.com/
Thanks for listening!
2023-01-1418 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastOnly One Monetary System Allows Humanity To Give Deflation A ChanceEpisode 6 of the Conor Chepenik Podcast featuring Sean Dudgeon.
Time codes
00:07 intro.
01:00 Is the risk-free rate actually risk free?
04:50 Gold Vs Bitcoin.
11:00 Humanity wrestling with security and scarcity at the base layer.
13:30 How nation-states are different than companies.
19:00 Cash is trash.
24:30 Property rights for everyone in the world.
25:10 Arbitrage favors the biggest balance sheet.
31:15 Bankruptcy is a healthy thing.
34:45 Reality matters.
40:10 Will stable coins serve as the next buyer of treasuries?
44:40 Fiat hysteria v...
2023-01-041h 04
Nomad TwentyoneEpisode 5. Bitcoin Stops the Bleeding by Conor ChepenikIn this episode Nomad Twentyone reads Conor Chepenik's 'Bitcoin Stops the Bleeding' article from Bitcoin Magazine. Sound money will save you.
2022-12-1426 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastOvercoming Apathy and Cognitive Dissonance with MacrojackEpisode 5 with Macrojack explores why it is important to put in the work to understand Bitcoin and to shake a rancher's hand. Both things require proof of work but will pay off tremendously.
Time codes
00:07 Intro
00:42 Jackson’s path down the rabbit hole
06:45 Bitcoin being treated as a risk-on asset even though it is a risk-off asset
12:00 Macrojack’s involvement with the Beef Initiative
20:05 High-time preference vs low-time preference
23:10 Getting market-access to quality cuts
25:00 Third parties ruining mutually beneficial exchange
29:15 Apathetic peopl...
2022-09-161h 22The Conor Chepenik PodcastEpisode 1: The Draft, Reality Tv, Real Estate, and more (Recently went back and re-added all my podcasts because A. screw self censoring and B. Always good to learn from the past.In our first episode Chep and Q will tackle their views on the first ever virtual draft, what shows we’re watching (yes Too Hot To Handle is a guilty pleasures), the housing market, and as always we will ask each other a personal question so our audience can get to know us better. Please leave us a comment and let us know what else you want to hear about. If you’re still reading this 🤝 and enjoy the show! Decided to re-upload every single Pod today (8/2/22). While I've changed the podcast name many times I'm proud of starting this po...
2022-08-0338 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastEpisode 2: AI, Too hot to handle (2h2h), the stock market, and more.This week we had good friend and soon to be Stock Broker, Tom Baker, as on a guest. Q, Chep and Bake delve into AI, 2h2h, what’s happening in the stock market, tips for handling be stuck inside the house, and some interesting questions to conclude the episode. Tune inXD
2022-08-0345 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastEpisode 3: College, X Æ A-12, reflecting, and 2 guests!This week Chep and Q welcome Ariel and Sabrina on the podcast to discuss their college careers, reality television, the name of Elon and Grime’s child, and much more. Tune in! :)
2022-08-0355 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastDark Comedy, government impersonations, and gap years!This week Chep brings on his high school buddy Travis Williams. Chep would describe Travis as someone who has made him laugh harder than anyone else and annoyed him at the same time by taking the joke too far. Tune in to this week’s episode to find out what he means!
2022-08-0350 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastSometimes people just need someone to listen.I was lucky enough to bring my friend, Keenan Bell, on the podcast to discuss the Black Lives Matter movement, how people can get involved, and the positive experiences we have had at peaceful protests.
2022-08-0319 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastThat's showbiz baby (NSFW)In this episode, Conor brings on Travis and Grace to the Binmucker Podcast. The group discusses the final name change, bidets, comedian to comedian jokes, 12 grand toilets, and unorthodox sound techniques. Remember if you can't listen to this then you're not ready for showbiz baby!
2022-08-0327 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastTalking love languages, adhd and iphones, treating yourself, crazy military training, and why everyone should get therapy so we can discover our passions!This week Mucker Chep brings on his good friend (and soon to be forensic psychologist) Lilly Sheppard. The two discuss why you should be friends with your partner, Lilly's trip to Colorado, designer dispensaries, and more all from Lilly's poolhouse. If you are wondering that ever so faint sound in the background it's turtles. I KNOW HOW COOL! I love turtles too.
2022-08-0321 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastPodcast drinking game with Marcus DavisTake a sip every time someone says meta, blackout(ed), true that, or this doesn’t transfer to an audio (podcast) medium. If you don’t drink alcohol crack a nice cold seltzer and listen to Marcus, Travis, and Chep reminisce about high school.
2022-08-0329 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastChaos ReignsNot Chaos and Rage (Travis was adamant I get that right in the episode title). Listen as the squad talks social K-holes, telephone terrorists, black leather, cancel culture, the dance of dagger, Dr. Strangelove, emo-Trav, and returning to Chick-FIl-A (The Lord). (Happy Belated to our co-host Travis Williams who turned 22 on June 18th, in honor of his birthday we did two podcasts that day I just take forever to edit so they're released 2 days afterwards)
2022-08-0333 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastSEND HELP AND THE INVESTOR NEXT DOOR JOIN THE BINMUCKER PODCAST FOR EPISODE 10Double digits... we did it Muckers:)! This week Chep brings back OG Cohost: Q, and his good friend, Nick Roy, from The Send Help Podcast. For our tenth episode, the crew discusses the origin of the Binmucker name, football practice, what inspired us to start podcasting, how whitewashed history can be, the importance of building your credit score, people who have a PHD in maturity because they won’t download TikTok, Mucker Roy and Chep’s new hobby of running, insanity workouts, Mucker Chep’s addiction to seltzer water, Uncut Gems, Ford V. Ferrari and more!
2022-08-0344 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastTravis cried in the making of this episode.After a short break binmuckers Chep and Trav return to discuss sexual fantasies, cheating, corona data going to the White House, and more. Chep gives some insight into what he's holding in Robinhood (Dave Portnoy if you're reading this come muck some bin on our podcast). The boys also reveal their worst experiences with dick pics. Don't miss out on an emotional roller coaster of a podcast episode. TO ALL MY MUCKERS WHO LISTEN I LOVE YOU I APPRECIATE YOU AND I AM PROUD OF YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO BETTER YOURSELF BY LISTENING TO PODCASTS. (Laughing is bettering...
2022-08-0328 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastEpisode (unlucky 13) We finally made an Intro and Conor has a bone to pick with StarbucksIn this episode Mucker Chep and Travis discuss Conor's first paid job as Director, terrible stock tips, why Chep has beef with Starbucks, the beauty of New Jersey, OnlyFans fraud, and much more. Hope all our Muckers enjoy the new intro.
2022-08-0353 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastAye Joe a good dude, but he smoke rock doe😳(With Special Guest @gutty_music)In this week's episode, the Muckers welcome on Gutty (soon to be widely successful rapper). Travis asks super personal questions and recalls his time in the Pen (No pun intended even though Travis has been stabbed with pens/pencils a lot). Gutty recaps his process of creating music and how he got started. Finally, the boys get philosophical after Travis explains why every joke he makes is for himself. Special shout out to Chase Lasater for being the #1 Binmucker Podcast fan and a true Mucker at heart!
2022-08-0342 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastWe might have a /social dilemna in the worldTHE BINMUCKER PODCAST IS BACK FOR A NEW SEASON. This episode mucker Chep discusses the Netflix documentary /The Social Dilemna and brings on a potential new co-host, Bryce Adams. (Travis if you're reading this we love and miss you down in Jacksonville). Chep also discusses the changes that have happened in his life like starting a new job in Boston and delves into the social consequences that this pandemic is having on students of all ages.
2022-08-0321 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastAccelerationismBinmucker Podcast Season 2 edition is back again featuring Alex Story. The Muckers discuss current and past jobs, what Chep is doing with his life, dropping 500$ on OnlyFans, and creative liberty in the adult industry. The pair also take some jabs at past cohost, Travis (all in good fun we love Mucker Trav), and continue the conversation about the problem with big tech and the consequences it is having on billions of human minds. (Please note while big tech has many problems they need to solve it's also the only reason you can listen to this podcast right from your phone...
2022-08-0342 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastNow That The Cheeto Has Lost Travis Has Decided To Stop "Boycotting" The PodcastMucker Chep welcomes back his long time co-host Mucker Travis on the show to talk life, working in sales, and stomping on jokes. As the boys catch up Travis accuses Conor of random obscenities because Travis doesn't understand humor.
2022-08-0336 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastSales BullsConor and Travis do a thanksgiving break podcast before the mucker heads back to Boston for the rest of the great year that is 2020
2022-08-0332 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastWhy Everyone Should TravelChep welcomes on his friend and co-worker Cody Grimm to discuss working in sales, the importance of traveling, and Cody’s beef with Cornell🤣
2022-08-0334 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastWhen Your Guest Brings Red Wine>>>The Binmucker Podcast welcomes fearless leader, Kevin Feltz, to celebrate 2021. Topics include movies, the riots at capitol hill, how tech is apart of us, and shrimp jokes. Thank you for being a great guest Kevin. Let's have an incredible 2021 Binmuckers :D
2022-08-0359 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastWill WallStreetBets save going to the Cinema? Probably not, but we hope it does!In this episode Mucker Chep brings back, Ariel Granat, an early guest of the Binmucker Podcast. Topics include salvia, short squeezes, mansplaining what happened with GME, the power of the internet, canceling, Chep's love and hate for the comment section, the dangers of being an internet personality, queef-tok, going to the movies, and appreciating the little things. We love you Binmuckers and appreciate y'all tuning in
2022-08-0333 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastWhat's his name?This episode features Alex Story and my lovely co-host Travis Williams (For about 4/5ths of the show). Topics include Fresh Powder, Travis not giving a fuck, AI, China committing atrocities while the UN just talks about it, genocide, dark comedy (the two seem to go hand and hand way too often) Tanky girls, Deadpool makeup, the nobility of being sober, Bill Clinton Impersonations, and way too much obnoxious laughing from your very own host Mucker Chep. If you were wondering why the audio at the end is horrible it's because Travis called me 5 times while I was recording this episode...
2022-08-031h 09The Conor Chepenik PodcastBack to Binmucking (Season 3 Ep. 1)Season 3 starts off with Travis and (Joseph) Alex coming on to talk crypto, habits, and the placebo effect. Great to see Binmuckers back in business🤝
2022-08-031h 00The Conor Chepenik PodcastGlen Chep Glen TravIn the second episode of Season 3 Mucker Chep and Trav welcome on Travis’s lady friend, Abby, to discuss movies, politics, and dark comedy.
2022-08-0350 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastSeason 4 Episode 1: Why Private Businesses Should Embrace BitcoinWelcome back Binmuckers. Been too long since I did an episode so wanted to put out this quick tutorial on why I think private businesses should embrace Bitcoin. Currently taking Pomp's Crypto Course and enjoyed this homework assignment so much I wanted to share it with fellow Binmuckers. Looking forward to creating more content and learning along the way. This is just the audio file for those who prefer Audio mediums, but if you want to see the whole Podcast with video and a PowerPoint presentation at the end you can find the youtube link here.
2022-08-0318 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastSeason 4 Ep. 2 : Optimizing For Altruism Instead Of Profit And Growth At All CostsSpoke with, Ariel Granat, to discuss web 3, the creator economy, our freedoms being restricted, taking nothing for granted, the banality of evil, and why Bitcoin is providing me hope. Really enjoyed this conversation. A little background about Ariel, she is a writer, actor, producer, and model. Ariel has worked for Trevor Noah's Daily Show and for the United Nations. She is also a fellow Jumbo and a close friend. Always eager to hear any comments, critiques, or concerns. Remaining open-minded is something I strive for and I'm willing to change my mind about something if new facts are presented to...
2022-08-0355 minThe Conor Chepenik PodcastSeason 4 Episode 3: Bitcoin, Sales, and a Tokenized FutureChep brings on fellow mucker Elliot to discuss why Bitcoin encourages the use of green energy, life in Sales/Business Development Role, the uncertainty and excitement of our world getting tokenized, the opportunity cost of the next presidential candidates not being a Bitcoiner and a promise to get Elliot a Hell Cat when Bitcoin reaches 10 Million USD for 100 million Satoshis. Thank you for listening if you want to see the video recording of this Podcast check out my YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/channel/UCGLqtrd9CXWPizdL7SwGrig
2022-08-0348 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastUsing Your Competitive Advantages To SucceedThe Binmucker Podcast Season 4 Episode 4: Chep is joined by Malcolm Akinje (Twitter: @LESkidd113) to discuss the importance of learning about personal finance, using your strengths to succeed in investing, how future generations will look back on their ancestors now that we all have online presences plus a whole bunch more. If you enjoyed this Podcast feel free to follow me on Twitter or consider purchasing a Bitmucker which serves as an NFT token for Anon to buy if they want to come on the podcast. Thanks for watching! Links below.
https://opensea.io/collection/bitmuckers
https://twitter.com/thebinmuckerpod 🤝😎
2022-08-031h 08The Conor Chepenik PodcastThe Binmucker Podcast Episode #32 w/QThis Podcast is not financial advice and you should always do your own research anon:) Topics for today’s episode include cryptography, loving yourself, therapy, the Federal Reserve, a poor explanation about why all new money printed is debt, how our past experiences have a huge impact on our present actions, and Objectivism. If you enjoyed this Podcast I’ve attached a google form below. Any feedback to help improve this Podcast is greatly appreciated. https://www.federalreservehistory.org... https://bitcoin.org/bitcoin.pdf Video version of this Podcast can be found here https://youtu.be/8tyEoYnun1c 🤝
2022-08-031h 05The Conor Chepenik PodcastSeason 4 Episode 4: THERE IS NO SECOND BESTChep welcomes Jason Bondi on the Binmucker Podcast to discuss a plethora of topics, mostly Bitcoin. Topics include the problems of printing money, corruption, what is freedom, why we need transparency in our institutions, paying essential services like teachers, police, firefighters, etc a larger salary so top talent is attracted, turning a "headline" into actional steps to reach your goals, decentralized friends, Satoshi's humility to walk away from Bitcoin, getting others to go down the Bitcoin rabbit hole instead of telling them to buy it, using stable coins to get more Bitcoin, and why corporations in the metaverse are usually...
2022-08-021h 11The Conor Chepenik PodcastThe Importance of Learning About Personal Finance and NutritionChep welcomes back Ariel to discuss Atlas Shrugged, getting off the grid, Bitcoin, the rise of international television, and the importance of education in our society. This Podcast is not financial advice and anon should always do their research before investing.
Link to buy Atlas Shrugged
2022-08-021h 02The Conor Chepenik PodcastThe Binmucker Podcast Episode #31 w/ Christian SuddathTopics for episode #31 of the Binmucker Podcast include memes, remaining based, the U.S.A's powerhouse on pop culture through memes, China & Russia, Universal Basic Income, Bitcoin, remaining open-minded, geopolitical things happening, shitposting, individual rights, systemic solutions. None of the Binmucker Podcast is financial advice and I encourage you to never stop learning. Thanks to those who listened.
Video version of this Podcast link posted below
https://youtu.be/NLJ-oXKg4Hk
Links to various things discussed in the episode.
https://www.sciencenews.org/article/money-ancient-origins-debate-mystery?tgt=nr
https://demonocracy.info/infographics/usa/us_stimulus_package_10_trillion_2020/us_stimulus_package_10_trillion.html...
2022-08-021h 15The Conor Chepenik PodcastThe Binmucker Podcast #33 w/Alex StoryTopics include books, the J.R.E, mandates, funny money, Bitcoin: of course, optimizing for happiness, always getting sold the next best thing, desire, and the importance of the introspective gaze (whatever that means; probably different for everyone). None of this is financial advice. Always do your own research and never stop learning. I am willing to change my mind and will likely change my mind as new data presents itself.
https://www.federalreservehistory.org/essays/federal-reserve-history
https://opensea.io/collection/bitmuckers
https://youtu.be/b_t2rqYOR9k
https://bitcoin.org/bitcoin.pdf
https://www.gemini.com/share/www7ad4teL...
2022-08-021h 08The Conor Chepenik PodcastA Bitcoiner Has A Conversation With An Altcoiner (Who Of Course Also Supports Bitcoin)In this episode I am joined by my friend Q to discuss why I think Bitcoin is what's important. My guest Q agrees that Bitcoin is the best store of value he argues that there is value in other projects. While we do not see eye to eye on this topic it was interesting to get another perspective, and have an open-minded conversation. Ultimately, the market will decide and in the long run I believe Bitcoin will be what is around in 100 years. I'm grateful that Bitcoiners are exposing many of the scams in the space and still strongly...
2022-08-0248 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastAncestral KnowledgeIn episode #3 Conor is joined by his father, Brett Chepenik, to have a conversation about raising kids, the importance of good habits, and the role money plays in our society. Thanks for listening :)
Time Codes
00:08 Intro
00:30 Advice from half a century of experience
04:15 Seed Oil disrespecting
10:15 Raising Children
19:20 Modern Healthcare in the United States
23:30 Choosing what type of difficulty you want to deal with
26:15 Learning from our ancestors
28:00 How technology changes us
30:15 CBDC disrespecting
34:41 My Father’s co...
2022-07-0552 min
The Conor Chepenik PodcastBitcoin StuffEpisode 2 of the Conor Chepenik Podcast featuring Nycholas Burns. This episode consists of Nyc & Conor discussing all the problems that Bitcoin solves. Nyc hosts his own podcast called the Nyc & Griff show. I highly recommend giving them a follow if you like discussing and thinking about Bitcoin. I've also included links to Lolli & Fountain some of my favorite apps for earning free sats.
https://twitter.com/NycAndGriffShow
https://lolli.com/share/zS2BrDA4wX
https://fountain.fm/refer/conorchepenik-acccf4700d
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/culture/bitcoin-songsheet-rent-seeking
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/markets/b...
2022-06-281h 15
The Nyc and Griff Show#0028 - A Bitcoin Chat w/ Conor ChepinkHere at The Nyc & Griff Show we like to talk about money, economics, business, investments...Bitcoin. Hoping to answer some questions and learn along the way.
Bitcoin - An economy by the people, for the people. Store of value, medium of exchange, unit of account, and property...what isn't it?
In this episode of The Nyc & Griff Show, we are joined by fellow pleb Conor Chepenik. We met on Bitcoin Twitter, and as you can imagine he’s another sharp guy that’s done the research. The phycological operation that Bitcoin reveals is shocking, and the...
2022-06-111h 04
The Conor Chepenik PodcastLibertarian Coffee ShopsEpisode one of the Conor Chepenik Podcast features Ariel Granat to discuss living healthy, Bitcoin, Big(everything), social media, technology, incentive structures, and Libertarian Coffee Shops. None of this is financial advice. Always D.Y.O.R before buying the hardest asset on the planet (bitcoin) ;) Also, learn how to take self custody of your coins. If you keep it on an exchange that means you have an I.O.U for bitcoin.
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