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Stacker News Live #113: Asynchronous Layer Two
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers for the week of March 29th, 2024. Follow the conversation of the episode on SN.Time Stamp06:31 - Hedgehog: A protocol for asynchronous layer two bitcoin payments14:54 - I heat my 100 yr old home with Immersion Bitcoin Mining20:43 - My Reflections on Being a Nomad27:44 - Random Privacy Issues On My Cruise33:52 - Learn How to Verify with Me ( with Baby Steps )35:44 - Evolution and Nostr with Stu Bowman & Max Webster37:18 - How Reddit’s IPO Compares Historically38:30 - Jack Conte at SXSW 202451:29 - SWIFT planning launch of central bank digital currency platform in 12-24 months53:33 - Relai AMA56:31 - AMA: I work at a company called Kaboomracks selling Bitcoin miners57:14 - SN release: new navigation stuff, search UX improvements, hashed api keys, more1:03:44 - Top Stackers - Sats Per Write & More MetricShoutout @Wumbo for time stamps. Zap em!We love the Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNFollow Thriller on NostrFollow Thriller on TwitterFollow Thriller on YouTubeContribute to ~buildersLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFollow Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNFollow Stacker News on NostrLearn more about Stacker News
01:22:15
30/03/2024
Musician talk with Ryan Zak
Car talks with Ryan Zak, a pianist and composer. Ryan's compositions, marked by their soft, intricate melodies, feature a harmonious blend of piano, strings, and glockenspiel, creating an atmosphere inviting deep reflection and calm. They explore the rich narrative behind music as a universal language, sharing anecdotes from Ryan's piano-hunting adventures in Mexico and Prague and his deep reverence for Chopin's work. The dialogue also addresses the evolving dynamics of the music industry, highlighting how innovative platforms like Wavlake are revolutionizing the way value is perceived and created for artists. Ryan articulates his philosophy on music's capacity to transform, treating the trials and tribulations inherent in the creative process not as obstacles but as invaluable catalysts for artistic development and innovation.Topics discussed:meaning of soundmexicopiano huntingpraguechopinmusic is languagecelloideasexpressionnew lifeblack mirrorpoobitcoinenergycreativitywavlakemusic industryvaluecreativesreimaginesampop musicpain is a giftFollow the conversation for the ep on Stacker NewsZap Ryan Zak on WavlakeFind Ryan Zak on LinkTreeFollow Ryan Zak on WavlakeFollow Ryan Zak on TwitterFollow Ryan Zak on YouTubeFollow Ryan Zak on InstaLearn more about Ryan Zak's musicFollow Ryan Zak on SpotifyFollow Ryan Zak on AppleFollow Ryan Zak on BandcampZap the songs you heard on the epA Prayer IntroA PrayerFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNZap Thriller on FountainThriller links:Subscribe to ThrillerSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & Zap.StreamAdvertise with Thriller
01:06:57
24/03/2024
Stacker News Live #112: Bitcoin is Slow with Austin Kelsay
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers for the week of March 22nd, 2024. Follow the conversation of the episode on SN.Time Stamp04:23 - Bisq 2 has just been released. I am a Bisq contributor AMA about Bisq or Bisq 210:43 - I'm losing my faith (II)19:39 - Bitcoin is Slow24:06 - Beware of millions of ways to lose your Satoshis mining this bull market32:21 - Starting with: Mutiny Wallet38:09 - AMA - Stratum V2 SRI team, yesterday we released an important update 1.0.0!44:16 - Zaprite AMA54:40 - SN release: API keys, purchase archived territories, inc boost min, bug fixes1:00:41 - Are devs getting slowly replaced by AI?1:16:48 - Which company has the most valuable AI training data?Shoutout @Wumbo for time stamps. Zap em!We love the Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNFollow Thriller on NostrFollow Thriller on TwitterFollow Thriller on YouTubeContribute to ~buildersLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFollow Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNFollow Stacker News on NostrLearn more about Stacker News
01:33:34
23/03/2024
Stacker News Live #111: Bitcoin Takeover at SXSW
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers for the week of March 15th, 2024.Time Stamp03:58 - "Guys, I think Satoshi left us" 2011 Bitcointalk thread11:35 - Being expatriotic22:13 - Pix in Brazil: A Field Study for the Bitcoin Community34:29 - Does Compliance Kill Bitcoin?41:05 - Are you moving towards freedom or away from it?47:31 - Alekos Filini AMA51:38 - AMA - Danny Diekroeger Founder of Deezy Labs - Ordinals, Lightning, and More1:05:07 - My Bitcoin Wild West Startup Day Panel Notes1:09:38 - PlebLab Startup Day 2024 presented by WolfNYCShoutout @Wumbo for time stamps. Zap em!We love the Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNFollow Thriller on NostrFollow Thriller on TwitterFollow Thriller on YouTubeContribute to ~buildersLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFollow Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNFollow Stacker News on NostrLearn more about Stacker News
01:27:17
18/03/2024
Stacker News Live #110: Vibes are High in Austin
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers for the week of March 8th, 2024.Time Stamp02:27 - Low Time Preference When You Don’t Have Much Time Left09:32 - Apple - love it or hate it?19:23 - Building Better Products - Less Is More27:20 - What Is the Song Of This Bull Run?31:20 - I want to pay my employees in btc35:51 - I'm Hong, cofounder/CTO of Bitwise. AMA! 41:26 - The ~builders territory is nearly profitable47:13 - Draft of SN Open Source Contribution Award Rules53:32 - Voltage Teases Hydro Integration (Automated Liquidity)54:45 - New York Community Bank is collapsing56:02 - Are You a Privacy Advocate or a Privacy Bro?Shoutout @Wumbo for time stamps. Zap em!We love the Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNFollow Thriller on NostrFollow Thriller on TwitterFollow Thriller on YouTubeContribute to ~buildersLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFollow Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNFollow Stacker News on NostrLearn more about Stacker News
01:12:53
08/03/2024
Stacker News Live #109: Revisiting Great Consensus Cleanup
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers for the week of March 1st, 2024.Time Stamp04:27 - I want YOU for Bitcoin Core /s11:37 - AJ Towns censoring on Delving Bitcoin to cover Bitcoin Core backdoors ?20:50 - Revisiting Great Consensus Cleanup25:45 - Show SN: Cypher.Space31:44 - ntroducing PayPerQ (ppq.ai), your new default GPT4 experience, powered by LN38:00 - Tip of the day: How can I run a LN node without full Core?41:29 - The Privacy Pivot - 10 Tips for Startups44:48 - Top Builder: Final Round Teams Announced47:03 - Do you believe in “Predictive Programming”?49:47 - Saylor Moon51:43 - Apple Walks Back Decision to Disable Home Screen Web Apps in the EU55:15 - SN release: million sat madness, reward leaderboard, top stackers by value, more58:21 - SN release: more nostr crossposting, zap undos, territories in profiles, moreShoutout @Wumbo for time stamps. Zap em!We love the Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNFollow Thriller on NostrFollow Thriller on TwitterFollow Thriller on YouTubeContribute to ~buildersLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFollow Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNFollow Stacker News on NostrLearn more about Stacker News
01:13:21
02/03/2024
Stacker News Live #108: Bitcoin has a Scaling Issue?
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers for the week of Feb 23rd, 2024.Time Stamps03:40 - Bitcoin has a Scaling Issue11:29 - The Bitcoin Scaling Dilemma with Shinobi - WBD pod17:35 - What are you even gonna do with the money?23:51 - Options for cloud storage w/ no KYC, paid in btc?29:09 - Braiins working on Lightning payouts with Voltage34:26 - Using DNS To Coordinate Bitcoin Payments36:18 - Bitvm Crash Course by supertestnet - learn to build on bitvm through tic tac toe39:45 - I’m Engaged.41:20 - What’s the V4V you bring to the table?43:18 - Predicative ProgramingShoutout @Wumbo for time stamps. Zap em!We love the Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNFollow Thriller on NostrFollow Thriller on TwitterFollow Thriller on YouTubeContribute to ~buildersLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFollow Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNFollow Stacker News on NostrLearn more about Stacker News
57:10
24/02/2024
Stacker News Live #107: Found Out My Wife Has Cancer
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers for the week of Feb 16th, 2024.Time Stamps:05:49 - Found out my wife has cancer. Been holding it together all day.08:50 - Value for Value News Journalism Discussion Using Entirely Bitcoin12:14 - Dual-funding BOLT Merged!16:51 - Ecash is just digital fiat. Change my mind29:01 - Human Readable Bitcoin Payment Instructions31:52 - SN release: NWC & LNBits for sending, LND for autowithdraw, NSFW labels, & more36:23 - Top Builder Competition Enters Round 2 - My Framer SiteShoutout @Wumbo for time stamps. Zap em!We love the Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNFollow Thriller on NostrFollow Thriller on TwitterFollow Thriller on YouTubeContribute to ~buildersLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFollow Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNFollow Stacker News on NostrLearn more about Stacker News
45:48
17/02/2024
Lightning talk with John Carvalho
Car talks with John Carvalho, CEO of Synonym, a company dedicated to fostering Bitcoin adoption and envisioning a future where Bitcoin supersedes fiat currency. They explore the potential realities of a society free from the control of major financial, technological, and governmental institutions, discussing the role Bitcoiners play in shaping this desired future. John shares his insights on the importance of building on the Lightning Network and its implications for traditional financial systems like Visa. The conversation also covers Synonym's strategic approach to building a peer-to-peer economy, highlighting key projects like the BitKit wallet, Blocktank, and Slashtags and where they fit in their collaborative and competitive landscape. They delve into the broader implications of Bitcoin's growth post-ETF, halving events, and the concept of Bitcoin maximalism as it approaches near-universal adoption.Topics discussed:johns predictionslightning scalingvisahow to thinkbank techcustodial bitcoinlatest thingbitkit walletaestheticwallet builddependenciescompetitors collaboratorsblocktankslashtagswidgetspost etfbitrefillbitfinexbuildingpost halvingmaximalism 99%Follow the conversation for the ep on Stacker NewsFollow John on TwitterFollow Synonym on TwitterLearn more about SynonymLearn more about Bitkit walletContribute to the GitHub projectFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNZap Thriller on FountainThriller links:Subscribe to ThrillerSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & Zap.StreamAdvertise with Thriller
01:02:27
15/02/2024
Lightning talk with Justin Shocknet
Car talks with Justin of Shocknet. They discuss how the Shocknet team has been at the forefront of leveraging Lightning Network since its early testing phase in 2018. The discussion covers the services and products Shocknet offers, such as the Shock Wallet and its pioneering infrastructure for lightning nodes, which empowers users with self-custody, fostering a more equitable ecosystem. They delve into Lightning Video and the integration of Nostr, exploring the potential of PoW and the significance of a web of trust for Nostr's wider adoption. The conversation also touches upon the broader implications of L2 solutions and the ongoing scaling debate within the Bitcoin community, highlighting Shocknet's no-regret approach to committing to Lightning.Topics discussed:shocknetfree statelightning walletsnostrshock walletlightning nodelightning pubuncle jimself-custodylightning videonostr powzapswavlakepow socialszap rankweb of trustnostr adoptionl2 scaling debatehistory repeatswait and seevoltagezeusno regretsbitcoin startupturn keyFollow the conversation for the ep on Stacker NewsFollow Justin on TwitterFollow Justin on NostrFollow Shocknet on TwitterLearn more about Lightning.VideoLearn more about ShockwalletContribute to the GitHub projectFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNZap Thriller on FountainThriller links:Subscribe to ThrillerSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & Zap.StreamAdvertise with Thriller
01:04:15
11/02/2024
Stacker News Live #106: Territories, Scarcity, and Cultural Capital with UncleJim21
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers for the week of Feb 9th, 2024.Time Stamps:02:21 - Writing Contest #1- GrayRuby's Bitcoin Story05:44 - The Design Pattern10:39 - Node xmrk closing down - for now at least15:19 - Future of work via Bitcoin24:29 - zap.meme - building in the open #127:44 - OpenAI CEO Sam Altman seeks as much as $7 trillion for new AI chip project30:54 - Ex-NSA Chief: 'We Kill People Based on Metadata' (2014)32:31 - plebpoet's original poem + discussion34:10 - CASCDR Update: YouTube Agent + StartOS Build42:18 - Books And Articles Newsletter, Issue 144:39 - [meta] Renewing ~econ(?)46:48 - Territories, digital scarcity, and cultural capitalShoutout @Wumbo for time stamps. Zap em!We love the Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNFollow Thriller on NostrFollow Thriller on TwitterFollow Thriller on YouTubeContribute to ~buildersLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFollow Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNFollow Stacker News on NostrLearn more about Stacker News
01:00:02
10/02/2024
Creative talk with Pedro Gonçalves
Car talks with Pedro, a Bitcoin filmmaker. Pedro shares his journey through the Bitcoin creative ecosystem. He delves into the creative process behind Bitcoin-related projects and film creation, emphasizing the importance of visuals and immersive experiences in making Bitcoin more accessible and engaging. They touch upon memorable visual events and Pedro's approach to unifying his creative and technical work within the Bitcoin ecosystem. The discussion also explores the critical role of funding in bringing ambitious Bitcoin projects to life, reflecting Pedro's multifaceted contribution to the Bitcoin community.Topics discussed:visualsnovapowers of tenbjorkproject creationfilm creationexperiencescreative workthe pathproduction workimmersivebitcoin confross2021fununifying workanatomy of bitcoinfunding2001 a space odysseyFollow the conversation for the ep on Stacker NewsFollow Pedro on TwitterFollow Pedro on NostrLearn more about PedroFollow TAofB on NostrFollow TAofB on GitHubZap on The Anatomy of Bitcoin on GeyserLearn more about The Anatomy of BitcoinFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNZap Thriller on FountainThriller links:Subscribe to ThrillerSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & Zap.StreamAdvertise with Thriller
01:03:53
08/02/2024
Bitcoin talk with Jimmy Song
Car talks with Jimmy Song, a renowned Bitcoin developer, educator, and entrepreneur who aims to promote sound money globally. With over a decade of experience, Jimmy offers deep insights into the technical and economic aspects of Bitcoin and his contributions as an open-source programmer, including work on Bitcoin Core. He shares his entrepreneurial journey, from participating in startups to advising, and emphasizes the importance of education and advocacy in advancing Bitcoin's cause. They also discuss the ethical dimensions of the current monetary system and cover a wide range of topics, from the technical challenges of scaling Bitcoin to the dynamics of venture capital and the significance of building sustainable, debt-free businesses within the Bitcoin ecosystem.Topics discussed:capital factory2021rite of passageogthank godeducation2017devsprogrammingbookso'reillysprintson writingl2scalingnecessity synergycustodiansincentivesvc'smanage moneyinveststartupstalking investmentsbuilderslp'sscaling debtdividendsalienating startupsnic carterkingmakerstwo exitsgroup thinkallocationdeal flowmerit building from savingsproduct market fitephesiansgenerational continuity jimmy's sudsdebt freeFollow the conversation for the ep on Stacker NewsFollow Jimmy on TwitterFollow Jimmy on NostrLearn more about JimmyGet Jimmy's latest book, "Fiat Ruins Everything"Subscribe to Jimmy on SubstackFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNZap Thriller on FountainThriller links:Subscribe to ThrillerSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & Zap.StreamAdvertise with Thriller
01:42:20
04/02/2024
Stacker News Live #105: BREAKING BitEscrow API Beta Launch! with Topher Scott
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers for the week of Feb 3rd, 2024.TimeStamps:00:32 - BREAKING: BitEscrow API Beta Launch!10:32 - Bitcoin's Lost Decade.15:04 - Troubleshooting the Gap Limit Problem21:44 - Can nostr fix app distribution?26:22 - JUST SHIPPED: Base58's Crypto + Sigs online course!30:14 - Have you tried living without a smartphone?39:20 - When you post/comment on SN, do you think about how many sats you will earn?43:00 - AI45:04 - Lightning Wallets: Self-Custody Despite Poor Network - Apps Tested in Zimbabwe46:56 - SN release: post and comment pinningShoutout @Wumbo for time stamps. Zap em!We love the Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNFollow Thriller on NostrFollow Thriller on TwitterFollow Thriller on YouTubeContribute to ~buildersLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFollow Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNFollow Stacker News on NostrLearn more about Stacker News
01:05:01
04/02/2024
Founder talk with Evan Kaloudis
Car talks with Evan Kaloudis, the founder of Zeus. A leading open-source, self-custodial Bitcoin wallet designed for ultimate payment flexibility. Evan shares his journey as a solo founder, emphasizing the unique challenges and growth opportunities. He offers invaluable advice on the importance of instinct, core values, and unwavering conviction in one's vision. The discussion also explores the broader impact of Zeus in the ecosystem, highlighting features like the standalone Point of Sale with inventory management and integrating Nostr contacts for a more personal user experience. They delve into the significance of accessibility in Bitcoin wallets and share their thoughts on the future of lightning and the potential for disruption in traditional banking systems.Topics discussed:one man armyusersfounder advicebuilt differentgrowthsolo founderinstinctcore valueskpiconvictionwhat is successfactionsdisruptionwalletsaccessibilityzimbabwezeus point of salepubkeyolympuslspvc nycfailurel2lightningfractional reserve bankingfrances the mutetreasury's warFollow the conversation for the ep on Stacker NewsFollow Evan on TwitterFollow Zeus on NostrFollow Zeus on TwitterLearn more about ZeusJoin the Zeus TelegramContribute to the GitHub projectFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNZap Thriller on FountainThriller links:Subscribe to ThrillerSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & Zap.StreamAdvertise with Thriller
01:09:23
01/02/2024
Hivemind Ventures talk with Max Webster
Car talks with Max Webster, of Hivemind Ventures, angel investor, and previous startup founder, who is deeply passionate about Bitcoin and its role in decentralized money, the internet, and global energy solutions. They delve into the complexities of the bitcoin venture capital world, touching on the role of angels, limited, general partners and managing venture funds. Max shares insights on risk and reward in early-stage investments and emphasizes the importance of platforms like Nostr and AI. He also highlights the dynamic community of builders in Austin, reflecting on the significance of places like PlebLab.Topics discussed:pleblabmaxfundbitcoin vcanti-vcrisksats flowangelslimited partnersmanaging partnersgeneral partnersventure fundspension fundsendowmentscrypto fundsraising moneyhigh-net worthrisk vs reward21 millionearly stagenostr aibuilt differentstacker newsfountainaustinbuildersl2swavlakeabundanceFollow the conversation for the ep on Stacker NewsFollow Max on NostrFollow Max on TwitterRead Max Webster writings Learn more about Hivemind VenturesFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNZap Thriller on FountainThriller links:Subscribe to ThrillerSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & Zap.StreamAdvertise with Thriller
01:06:29
28/01/2024
Stacker News Live #104: The Past, Present, and Future
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers for the week of Jan 26th, 2024.TimeStamps:03:39 - Fedimint and Cashu ecash are gift cards07:48 - The Past, Present, and Future of Offline Payments20:42 - Fedimint is Self-Custodial22:16 - How to Fail27:59 - nifty's process for getting base58.school a LNURL32:25 - What made you want to become a dev?34:22 - Updates to36:28 - DeepDive into Liquid: Part I - Overview, Installation, and Peg-In38:38 - Clark Moody Dashboard v2 (beta)39:32 - Applebees offers subscription service - have we reached peak fiat?43:22 - Peter McCormack "It is over, I won, welcome to law Motherfucker!" (against CSW)44:25 - AMA with PlebLab's Top Builder teams!Shoutout @Wumbo for time stamps. Zap em!We love the Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNFollow Thriller on NostrFollow Thriller on TwitterFollow Thriller on YouTubeContribute to ~buildersLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFollow Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNFollow Stacker News on NostrLearn more about Stacker News
57:39
27/01/2024
Stacker News Live #103: Can You Be A Libertarian?
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers for the week of Jan 19th, 2024.TimeStamps:05:35 - Can You Be A Libertarian Toxic Bitcoin Maximalist?14:51 - Semaphore: peer to peer crowdfunding with bitcoin21:59 - Payment solution Stripe deplatforming accounts that sell bitcoin hardware30:46 - How do you explain zapping to non-bitcoiners?38:11 - So...How are We Activating Eltoo (LNSymmetry)?44:39 - Random Thoughts On Territories45:10 - The Art of Using Stacker News II51:20 - "For Real This Time" Random Thoughts On Territories55:28 - SN release: semantic searchShoutout @Wumbo for time stamps. Zap em!We love the Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNFollow Thriller on NostrFollow Thriller on TwitterFollow Thriller on YouTubeContribute to ~buildersLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFollow Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNFollow Stacker News on NostrLearn more about Stacker News
01:11:35
23/01/2024
Musician talk with Ainsley Costello
Car talks with Ainsley Costello, an up-and-coming artist known for her powerful voice and skillfully delicate lyricism. They discuss the impact of platforms like Fountain and Wavlake on her career, emphasizing the role of nostr, zaps, likes, and clout in connecting with Gen Z listeners and the wider audience. Ainsley opens up about her songwriting process, often inspired by heartbreak and personal experiences, and her commitment to 'paying it forward' in the music industry. She shares her experiences performing live, her creative journey in Nashville, and navigating the complexities of the music industry, including dealing with labels and mastering the art of royalties.Topics discussed:nostr likes zaps cloutgen zlistenersheartbreaksongwritingpaying it forwardperforming livenashvillecreativityv4vmusic industrylabelsaccess1 milion satswavlakezap splitsroyaltiesmastersdo the right thing2024faithla la landdreamsFollow the conversation for the ep on Stacker NewsZap Ainsley on WavlakeCatch Ainsley Costello on TourFollow Ainsley Costello on NostrFollow Ainsley Costello on WavlakeFollow Ainsley Costello on TwitterFollow Ainsley Costello on FBFollow Ainsley Costello on InstaLearn more about Ainsley Costello's musicFollow Ainsley Costello on SpotifyFollow Ainsley Costello on AppleFollow Ainsley Costello on YouTubeZap the songs you heard on the epDaydreamerFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNZap Thriller on FountainThriller links:Subscribe to ThrillerSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & Zap.StreamAdvertise with Thriller
58:04
15/01/2024
Stacker News Live #102: A Lightning Fiat Standard
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers for the week of January 12th, 2024.Time Stamps:02:42 - Rethinking Lightning11:18 - Introducing FiatLink: A Lightning ↔ Fiat Standard15:37 - Mercury Layer went live today, checkout the deets on their webpage19:20 - ETFs are just a custodial layer 220:30 - What is fedimint to you?29:12 - Are we in the "Era of Ferment" with Bitcoin hardware?35:04 - The Bitcoin ETF is the spiritual reversal of Executive Order 610239:29 - SN release: autowithdraw, territory post notifications, rename territories, moreShoutout @Wumbo for time stamps. Zap em!We love the Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNFollow Thriller on NostrFollow Thriller on TwitterFollow Thriller on YouTubeContribute to ~buildersLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFollow Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNFollow Stacker News on NostrLearn more about Stacker News
48:56
15/01/2024
Design talk Sahil Chaturvedi
Car talks with Sahil Chaturvedi, the mind behind Studio Twentyone, a design studio specializing in elevating Bitcoin product design. Sahil, an advisor to BTC Talent Co. and co-host of the Austin Bitcoin Design Club, shares his insights on the importance of intentionality in design. They discuss Sahil's sources of inspiration, the concept of 'cellar door' as an epitome of aesthetic taste. They also cover BTC Talent Co., the challenges and limits faced in the design process, and his perspective on the current trends and transformations in Bitcoin design occurring this year.Topics discussed:2023routineabdccalendarlimitsmoviesinspirationcellar doortastebitcoin designbitcoin brandinghands offnewsletteraustinmutiny white teeintentionalitybtc talent coflexget on zeroach btcFollow the conversation for the ep on Stacker NewsFollow Sahil on TwitterFollow Sahil on NostrLearn more about Sahil and what he createsLearn more about AB⚡️DC Learn more about BTC Talent Co.Find Car on NostrFollow Car on SNZap Thriller on FountainThriller links:Subscribe to ThrillerSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & Zap.StreamAdvertise with Thriller
54:18
11/01/2024
Musician talk with Joe Martin
Car talks with Joe Martin, a talented independent singer-songwriter and a contemporary troubadour from Lancashire. They embark on a journey through Joe's musical career, beginning with his early works and delving into his thoughts on the innovative value-for-value (v4v) models transforming the music industry today. The dialogue shifts to the influential roles of digital platforms like Wavlake and Spotify, discussing how they're redefining artists' career trajectories and the vital role of protocols. Joe opens up about his creative process, sharing personal anecdotes from his touring experiences and exciting plans for 2024. The conversation culminates in exploring the intersection between technology and music, discussing the transformative impact of Lightning in creating new revenue streams, and how focused, passionate energy is the driving force behind his artistic evolution.Topics discussed:early stuffv4vwavlakespotifyrsslow-time pref festivalcreative process2024jetsonstournashvilleuk tourculturelightningalbynwcrev streamstruefansmedia publishingrubber soulbeatlesfocused energygod only knowsFollow the conversation for the ep on Stacker NewsZap JoeCatch Joe Martin on TourFollow Joe Martin on NostrFollow Joe Martin on WavlakeFollow Joe Martin on TwitterFollow Joe Martin on FBFollow Joe Martin on InstaLearn more about Joe Martin's music Follow Joe Martin on Spotify Follow Joe Martin on AppleFollow Joe Martin on YouTube Zap the songs you heard on the epHeartbreak CultWhen The Time Is RightFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNZap Thriller on FountainThriller links:Subscribe to ThrillerSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & Zap.StreamAdvertise with Thriller
01:01:16
07/01/2024
Stacker News Live #101: Dissection of a force-close
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers for the week of January 5th, 2024.Time Stamps:03:13 - My Experience of Living in Turkiye under Soaring Inflation10:32 - Loan shark: Super Testnet's non custodial, bitcoin only borrow and loan tool15:56 - Dissection of a force-close that already cost me 140k sats23:00 - Altcoin Redux30:08 - My thoughts on AQUA Wallet36:32 - Everyone I’ve met would be well-served thinking more about what to focus on39:20 - Welcome to the devs territory!41:29 - Mutiny Wallet First Release With Fedimint Support Ready For Alpha Testing44:02 - Founder talk with Tony Giorgio - Thriller ep44:55 - Find Your Co-Founder/Building Partner on Stacker News!48:24 - SN release: mute territories, opt-in moderation, iOS pwa notification fixes(?!)Shoutout @Wumbo for time stamps. Zap em!We love the Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNFollow Thriller on NostrFollow Thriller on TwitterFollow Thriller on YouTubeContribute to ~buildersLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFollow Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNFollow Stacker News on NostrLearn more about Stacker News
01:02:23
06/01/2024
Founder talk with Tony Giorgio
Car talks with Tony Giorgio, the Co-founder and CEO of Mutiny Wallet. They delve into the challenges and strategies for navigating the bear market as a founder, discussing the process of building, launching, and scaling a startup in a competitive and constantly evolving landscape. Emphasizing the importance of 'survivor mode' for Bitcoin startups, Tony shares insights into the complexities of being a CEO and elaborates on the unique features and security aspects of the Mutiny Wallet. The conversation further explores broader topics, including the regulatory gray areas surrounding KYC/AML, the potential of federated lightning networks, and the significance of building robust, user-friendly products.Topics discussed:nyesurvivor modebear marketlightning ceo dutiesgenerationalunicorndividendsbottlepaystartupbootstrapengineerproduct buildinglaunching earlynon custodialprivileged lightning networkutxolayers upon layersfediarkliquidlightningbridgefederated lightning kyc/aml gray areabuildersmutiny wallet releasepleblab mafiaportugal3 thingshappinessFollow the conversation for the ep on Stacker NewsFollow Tony on NostrLearn more about Tony's contributionsLearn more about Mutiny WalletFollow Mutiny on NostrFollow Mutiny on TwitterFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNZap Thriller on FountainThriller links:Subscribe to ThrillerSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & Zap.StreamAdvertise with Thriller
01:26:41
04/01/2024
Stacker News Live #100: Keep Experimenting!
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers for the week of Dec 29th, 2023.TimeStamps:02:15 - Have you thought about when the internet goes offline?08:24 - Here's why there are deep incentives for a Bitcoin fork with the Ordinals people12:24 - Bitcoin fees, a worrying trend16:33 - How to change culture?24:24 - High fee rates help node runners make better decisions27:40 - An experiment in kilo-zapping30:25 - Welcome to AGORA 🔁 The SN P2P Marketplace36:04 - jb55: "This will likely be the last year of damus"42:37 - Ten31 talk with Odell42:52 - Dev talk with Ben Woosley - Thriller podShoutout @Wumbo for time stamps. Zap em!We love the Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNFollow Thriller on NostrFollow Thriller on TwitterFollow Thriller on YouTubeContribute to ~buildersLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFollow Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNFollow Stacker News on NostrLearn more about Stacker News
57:06
30/12/2023
Dev talk with Ben Woosley
Car talks with Ben Woosley, a renowned Bitcoin Core contributor. Their conversation starts with a discussion of Javier Milei's impact on Argentina and the influence of central banks through a libertarian lens. They delve into Bitcoin++ and Bitcoin's growing presence in Buenos Aires and the wider South American political arena. The dialogue then shifts to Woosley's significant role in Bitcoin's development, highlighting his extensive contributions to the codebase, including his involvement in 144 commits and the overall advancements in the Bitcoin ecosystem.Topics discussed:javier mileiargentinacentral bankslibertarian perspectivejohn lockebitcoin++buenos airesamerican conservation coalitiongreen partygermanyaustin city councilhome actmuellerprotopiarobert nozicknetwork statecharter citiesaustin bitcoin standardriotsunset valleynydigbitcoin contributors144 commitszap desktopcodebaseFollow the conversation for the ep on Stacker NewsFollow Ben on Twitter Learn more about Ben's contributionsVisit Ben speak at Bitcoin++ Buenos AiresFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNZap Thriller on FountainThriller links:Subscribe to ThrillerSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & Zap.StreamAdvertise with Thriller
55:10
28/12/2023
Ten31 talk with Odell
Car talks with Matt Odell, a Managing Partner at Ten31 and Co-founder of OpenSats and Bitcoin Park. They discuss the subtleties of investment strategies and OpenSats' mission, which is becoming crucial in accelerating the growth of Bitcoin open-source projects. Odell offers valuable insights into the adoption cycle of Bitcoin while elaborating on venture fund dynamics, the critical need for transparency, and unwavering conviction among founders with a mission-driven focus. Additionally, the dialogue shifts to the innovative concept of Bitcoin Park, highlighting its significance in educational initiatives and its contribution to Nashville's Bitcoin developer growth.Topics discussed:rhrbuc-eesopensatstime is scarcestable coinsinvestingopensats boardmanaging partnersbitcoin founderssparrow bitcoin walletten31bitcoin company growthsatsflowdividendadoption cycleventure fundportfolioa16zsequoia capitalmission focused founderstransparencycoinkitestrikebacklashconvictionaustin power houseleading by exampleel salvadorbitcoin parkeducationgrassrootsvanderbilttech devsnashville rapid growthconservative approachFollow the conversation for the ep on Stacker NewsFollow Odell on NostrListen to RHR and Citadel DispatchLearn more about Ten31Donate to OpenSatsCheck out Bitcoin ParkFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNZap Thriller on FountainThriller links:Subscribe to ThrillerSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & Zap.StreamAdvertise with Thriller
58:44
24/12/2023
Stacker News Live #99: Name One Conspiracy Theory You Believe ANON
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers for the week of Dec 22nd, 2023.TimeStamps:02:30 - Liquid is not a scaling solution10:01 - Fountain 1.0 Has Arrived!13:07 - Replit CEO considers replacing site currency ("Cycles") with Lightning payments18:23 - Bitcoin is not just a black hole. It has a far brighter future22:50 - Name One Conspiracy Theory You Believe and One You Don't30:32 - Alby Extension v3.5 UPDATE: It works on mobile browsers now30:59 - Introducing Ghost Addresses: A Lightning Address For Every Node34:02 - ANNOUNCING TOP BUILDER!35:39 - First Look at Wavlake - Thriller post36:35 - SN release: image orientation fix, nostr posting enhancements, downzap ux, more37:54 - TerritoryShoutout @Wumbo for time stamps. Zap em!We love the Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNFollow Thriller on NostrFollow Thriller on TwitterFollow Thriller on YouTubeContribute to ~buildersLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFollow Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNFollow Stacker News on NostrLearn more about Stacker News
37:37
22/12/2023
2023 Year in Review with Vlad Costea
Car talks with Vlad Costea of Bitcoin Takeover, delving into their top three stories of 2023. The conversation first turns to the development of BlackRock's ETF, a major step forward in mainstream financial institutions embracing Bitcoin. They then discuss BitVM, highlighting its potential to revolutionize Bitcoin as we know it. The third key topic they explore is the integration of AI in Bitcoin, a cutting-edge advancement poised to redefine the decentralized market. Additionally, they touch upon significant developments in the Bitcoin ecosystem, such as the Liquid network and advancements in Fedi, Lightning, and ARK. topics:blackrock etfbitvmliquidfediai bitcoinlightningarknostrpleblabbitcoin takeoversupra cycleFollow the conversation for the ep on Stacker NewsFollow Vlad on TwitterFollow Vlad on YouTubeLearn more about Bitcoin TakeoverCheck out his podcastFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNZap Thriller on FountainThriller links:Subscribe to ThrillerSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & Zap.StreamAdvertise with Thriller
56:35
21/12/2023
Founder talk with Sam and Michael
Car talks with Sam and Michael, the founders of Wavlake. They dive deep into the intricate challenges and rewarding realities of building a successful business, emphasizing the crucial role of trust between partners and the art of crafting a distinctive brand identity. The discussion also highlights Wavlake's significant growth in its user base and artist community, illustrating the platform's effective strategy in fostering a vibrant, two-sided market in the music industry. A focal point of their talk is the pioneering features of Wavlake, especially its Zaps functionality, which is transforming the way artists and listeners interact. Additionally, they delve into the rapidly evolving music and technology scene, discussing the impactful role of AI, the revival of vinyl records, and the broader cultural implications, including the influence of the Apple App Store on Bitcoin companies, artists, and their audiences.Topics discussed:pleblab movenew spacebitcoin foundersreality of buildingpartner trustbusiness talkproduct talkbranding and styleuser growth, artist growthtwo sided marketcreating a companybandcampspotifyroyaltiesai musicanalogautotunecherdaft punkai artistssampling erazapping drakemusic culturelightning festivalvinyl recordsphysical items joe martinwavlake artistswavlake usersmusic podswavlake appapple lightningapp store riskspwawavpodFollow the conversation for the ep on Stacker NewsFollow Sam on TwitterFollow Sam on NostrFollow Michael on TwitterFollow Michael on NostrLearn more about WavlakeCheck out the new Wavlake pod and ZineFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNZap the artists you heard on the epSam MeansSilver UnitZap Thriller on FountainThriller links:Subscribe to ThrillerSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & Zap.StreamAdvertise with Thriller
01:07:08
17/12/2023
Stacker News Live #98: How To Get Robbed 4 BTC
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers for the week of Dec 15th, 2023.02:07 - Inscriptions: the cure is worse than the disease08:47 - How To Get Robbed 4 BTC And Be Ignored by Anycoin.cz and BTCPay team15:15 - On Ocean Mining Pool, Inscriptions and Luke20:55 - (I think) I finally understand DarthCoin23:06 - Start your career in bitcoin free open-source software with Chaincode Labs26:53 - AMA: Ask Murch Anything Vol. 230:26 - Two Lightning Attacks Analyzed: A Response to John Light31:57 - Alert: ledger library confirmed compromised and replaced with a drainer.34:24 - Data Colonisation - This Time Is Different36:18 - Bolt.fun Meet the Legends Of Lightning semi-finalists!38:43 - What are you working on this week?Shoutout @Wumbo for time stamps. Zap em!We love the Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNFollow Thriller on NostrFollow Thriller on TwitterFollow Thriller on YouTubeContribute to ~buildersLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFollow Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNFollow Stacker News on NostrLearn more about Stacker News
50:59
16/12/2023
Hash talk with Mitch Klee
Car talks with Mitch Klee from Foreman. Mitch discusses technical elements like hash, mining pools, block templates, and strategic factors such as fee markets in the upcoming bull run. Mitch also delves into the practicalities of mining operations, highlighting facility management, energy grids, and the effectiveness of miner software and heat maps for analysis. They dive into Foreman's all-in-one dashboard, a pivotal tool offering comprehensive control and customization in mining operations, underscoring its importance in enhancing efficiency and profitability.Topics discussed:hashmore hashinscriptionsbrc20ordinalsmining poolsocean poolpayout threshholdblock templatesstratum v1, v2noncemarathonopt inpleb minersgame theoryfee marketchampagneforemanminer softwaredashboardheat mapsracks, containersmining analysisfacility mgmtenergy gridtexas livingmempooltx feeshalvingadversarial thinkingice fishinggulf coast pork of the seadeep seano waterFollow the conversation for the pod on Stacker NewsFollow Mitch on TwitterFollow Foreman on TwitterRead more from Mitch Learn more about ForemanFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNThriller links:Subscribe to ThrillerSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & Zap.StreamAdvertise with Thriller
55:34
14/12/2023
Community talk with Ge
Car talks with Ge, founder of the San Antonio Bitcoin Club. Car discusses various intriguing topics surrounding NGU technology, the disruption that is taking place around the world, and a recap of the bear market. Ge describes Alamo Labs, the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), local news, and the promising growth in San Antonio. The conversation delves into the role of Christianity, the importance of humility and faith, and the remarkable potential he sees in Bitcoin in South Texas.Topics discussed:ngu technologysabcbear market recapalamo labsutsalocal newsgrowth in saculture in saselenacorpusmeetupbodysouth texasvalleychristianvalue over timefight clubhumblechurchfaithsuperdigital gold2021 doclightlab plansFollow the conversation for the pod on Stacker NewsFollow Ge on TwitterFollow Ge on NostrRead AlamoBitcoinLearn more about San Antonio Bitcoin ClubJoin the Meetup group for SABCFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNThriller links: Subscribe to ThrillerSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & Zap.Stream Advertise with Thriller
01:31:08
10/12/2023
Stacker News Live #97: Territories Launch
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers for the week of Dec 8th, 2023.Time stamps:04:11 - Find Your Co-Founder/Building Partner on Stacker News!08:33 - Lightning Prediction Market MVP - delphi.market11:05 - Stacker News Privacy Directory V1 - Q4 202313:11 - Multiplication in Bitvm16:26 - What's really scarce in BTC?18:30 - I'm Kilian, Co-Founder of Boltz. AMA.20:30 - SN release: territories, formerly known as user-generated subs24:56 - I stacked 40Thousand Sats On Stacker News More Than My Entire Life On Twitter27:18 - Stacker SaloonShoutout @Wumbo for time stamps. Zap em!Stacker News Live WebsiteThriller Bitcoin SN NewsletterZap us on Zap.StreamPlease find us streaming on YouTube & Twitter & NostrStacker News Live WebsiteThriller Bitcoin SN NewsletterZap us on Zap.StreamPlease find us streaming on YouTube & Twitter & NostrWe love the Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNFollow Thriller on NostrFollow Thriller on TwitterFollow Thriller on YouTubeContribute to ~buildersLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFollow Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNFollow Stacker News on NostrLearn more about Stacker News
39:02
09/12/2023
Nuclear talk with Michael Schiltz
Car talks with Michael Schiltz, founder of Lionshield BTC. Michael discusses Generation IV Nuclear, or the new wave of nuclear power, focusing on Molten Salt Microreactors (MSMRs). Schiltz describes these reactors as beacons of hope, offering enhanced safety, efficiency, and adaptability. The conversation delves into Lionshield's SurePower solution, which creatively combines MSMRs with a Bitcoin mining operation. A must-listen for anyone interested in the future of nuclear power and bitcoin mining.Topics discussed:godzillanuclear propagandatexas oiltexas natural gastexas griduranium rods1960's technologywastecompass hurdlesfoundationrockdalesalt reactors lionshieldmicro reactorsnuclear mining renewablestexas nuclear island mining Follow the conversation for the pod on Stacker NewsFollow Michael on LinkedInFollow Lionshield on TwitterLearn more about Lionshield BTCZap Car on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterRead more Thriller BitcoinSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & BitcoinTVAdvertise with Thriller
01:05:55
03/12/2023
Stacker News Live #96: The Reality of Decentralization
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers for the week of Dec 1st, 2023.03:01 - Luke Dashjr launches Ocean to radically decentralize Bitcoin mining07:26 - Is OCEAN truly a ’decentralized‘ mining pool?10:15 - The plebdevs backend course is here!18:27 - The Art of Swapping21:52 - Dtan.xyz - Bittorrent on Nostr!24:02 - How to onboard new bitcoin users as a merchant25:58 - Cycles and inevitability28:05 - MicroStrategy Acquires Additional 16,130 Bitcoins and Now Holds 174,530 BTC30:56 - Core Lightning v23.11, Codenamed “Bitcoin Orangepaper,” Is Now Live!31:36 - The Kevin Rooke Show - Christian Decker - Blockstream Greenlight, LightningShoutout @Wumbo for time stamps. Zap em!Stacker News Live WebsiteThriller Bitcoin SN NewsletterPlease find us on YouTube & BitcoinTVWe love the Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFind Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNLearn more about Stacker News
39:34
02/12/2023
AI Privacy talk with UncleJim21
Car talks with UncleJim21, creator of CASCDR, enabling chained AI workflows directly from a browser. The discussion spans a range of topics, from his journey of moving to Texas and the unique challenges of solopreneurship to the technical intricacies of integrating lightning in embedded systems. They also tackle pressing issues like ethical dilemmas in data harvesting, the evolving landscape of privacy in the AI era, the societal impact of deep fakes, and the significance of large language models for everyday consumers.Topics discussed:moving to texaspleblabsolopreneurshipembedded systemgeneral electricheliostatethical dilemmasprivacy deep fakesorbsamastratecharyvampire ai privacyllmcascdrtown lakeai drake wkndlogic appcyberpandemicnip processl402precrimean orange texasFollow UncleJim21 on NostrFollow UncleJim21 on GithubLearn more about CASCDRZap Car on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterRead more Thriller BitcoinSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & BitcoinTVAdvertise with Thriller
01:02:55
26/11/2023
Stacker News Live #95: It's Rugging Season
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers. For the week of Nov 24th, 2023.TimeStamps:03:21 - Uruguay - The New Land Of The Free?09:55 - Six OFAC-sanctioned transactions missing15:44 - Evaluating my bitcoin privacy techniques against three surveillance attacks19:09 - WoS: "To our valued Wallet of Satoshi community in the United States of America"26:48 - Stranded sats30:00 - WSJ | Binance Founder Changpeng Zhao Agrees to Step Down, Plead Guilty32:51 - What Is Javier Milei’s Stance on Bitcoin?34:52 - Exclusive: Sam Altman's ouster at OpenAI was precipitated by letter to board abo40:32 - Bitcoin Black Friday - Lots great dealsShoutout @Wumbo for time stampsStacker News Live WebsiteThriller Bitcoin SN NewsletterPlease find us on YouTube & BitcoinTVWe love the Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFind Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNLearn more about Stacker News
47:40
25/11/2023
Stacker News Live #94: Now I Get It
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers. For the week of Nov 17th, 2023.TimeStamps:02:53 - Now I Get It06:53 - You Shouldn't DCA Bitcoin09:52 - Broken Money book club, part 414:44 - Taking a sabbatical from Bitcoin FOSS19:22 - It's Deflation, Not Inflation - via The Sovereign Individual26:03 - The Beatles “Now And Then” AI Breakdown22:36 - Cascdr project30:30 - bitcoin++ Austin Early Ticket Sale Ends Nov 1831:17 - Robin Linus AMA32:15 - AMA - Building a "Bitcoin AI"34:28 - Reddit is Dead...Long Live Stacker News36:53 - SN release: 10 sat post fee, better search, QR scan, date ranges, bolt11 remova38:25 - Stacker News ChangeLogshoutout https://stacker.news/Wumbo for the time stamps Stacker News Live WebsiteThriller Bitcoin SN NewsletterPlease find us on YouTube & BitcoinTVWe love the Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFind Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNLearn more about Stacker News
48:25
17/11/2023
Stacker News Live #93: A Blacklist of Banks
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers. For the week of Nov 10th, 2023.Stacker News Live WebsiteThriller Bitcoin SN NewsletterPlease find us on YouTube & BitcoinTVWe love the Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFind Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNLearn more about Stacker News
44:51
12/11/2023
Mexico talk with Gustavo
Car talks with Gustavo of Wasabi Wallet and co-founder of Yopaki. Gustavo discusses his entrepreneurial journey while growing up in Montreal. He shares his transition from his involvement with Bull Bitcoin to moving to Austin, TX, eventually focusing on Bitcoin adoption in Mexico. The conversation delves into the social class dynamics in Mexico, the bitcoiner life in CDMX, and its growing community of expats. He also offers a reality check on the misconceptions surrounding the Mexican peso, the bureaucratic red tape to become a Bitcoin-only exchange, and the true picture of Mexico’s economic landscape.Topics discussed:growing up in montrealbull bitcoinaustin, txmexico social class mexico city bitcoin adoptionexpatsbitcoin onlyred tapepeso misconceptionsmexico reality check remittancesyopakiboots on the ground adopting bitcoinbitsowritingwasabipodel salvadorcevicheFollow Gustavo on TwitterRead Gustavo writings on SubstackLearn more about Wasabi WalletLearn more about YopakiZap Car on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterRead more Thriller BitcoinSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & BitcoinTVAdvertise with Thriller
58:57
06/11/2023
Stacker News Live #92: My Entire Life with Topher Scott
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers. For the week of Nov 3rd, 2023.Timekeeper:03:50 - AcceptLN.com - Every email address now accepts Bitcoin Lightning09:28 - On the culture crisis compromising the future of the Lightning Dev Kit project16:28 - The ZEUS v0.8.0 - LN Node in your Pocket20:36 - Bitcoin: A Misunderstood Revolution22:50 - This transaction represents an entire year of my life.42:15 - Mutiny wallet - questions to be answered48:35 - Federal Reserve Threatens To Sue Bitcoin MagazineShout out to @wumbo for the show notes!Stacker News Live WebsiteThriller Bitcoin SN NewsletterPlease find us on YouTube & BitcoinTVWe love Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFind Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNLearn more about Stacker News
57:52
04/11/2023
Stacker News Live #91: Happy Halloween Stackers!
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers. For the week of October 27th, 2023.Timekeeper:03:34 - A perfect visualization of how absurd KYC/AML is09:03 - Hal Finney Was Not Satoshi Nakamoto14:45 - Maybe All You Need is to Ask - Do you Accept Bitcoin?20:09 - I've built a jukebox on top of lightning23:32 - Can Value4Value replace Ads?32:08 - What if price matters a lot?36:48 - The ZEUS v0.8.0 open beta is here40:37 - SN release: gently personalized feeds, self-destructing items, text on linksShout out to @wumbo for the show notes!Stacker News Live WebsiteThriller Bitcoin SN NewsletterPlease find us on YouTube & BitcoinTVWe love Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFind Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNLearn more about Stacker News
51:17
29/10/2023
Founder talk with Michael Atwood
Car sat down with Michael Atwood, the founder of Oshi. Together, they navigated a range of subjects, from adept marketing techniques and content creation to the complex landscape of loyalty rewards and the nuances of integrating Bitcoin into businesses. The discussion also illuminated the challenges founders face, such as making radical pivots, and provided insights into human behavior, modular company designs, and the evolving prospects of Bitcoin gateways.Topics discussed:marketing content generationradical pivotgrowthrevenueloyalty rewardsdashboard metricspoints vs satsincentivesapple payhuman behaviorpurity testsmodular companies api callsbear marketsquare vs cash appwallet optionsprismsbitcoin gatewayFollow Michael on TwitterLearn more about OshiSign up for Oshi Loyalty RewardsLearn about Austin Bitcoin ClubFollow the Austin Bitcoin ClubZap Car on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterRead more Thriller BitcoinSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & BitcoinTVAdvertise with Thriller
01:10:41
23/10/2023
Stacker News Live #90: You Are Not Bullish Enough?
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers. For the week of October 20th, 2023.TimeStamps03:45 - How to Live a Nomad Life with Bitcoin08:45 - Orange Pilling Your Lefty Friends12:42 - You are NOT bullish enough on Payjoin!16:10 - Starlink - the end of the free internet? Or a new birth?22:09 - BitVM Online - Play with tapleaf-circuits (by supertestnet)24:54 - Large lightning vulnerability concern29:28 - We aimed to make the greatest bitcoin 101 video ever made. Instead we made this31:34 - Broken Money_ book club, part 233:49 - Optimal Zapping on Stacker News35:24 - Introducing Stacker News and V4V to my Bitcoiner colleague at Cointelegraph36:49 - Taproot Assets on Mainnet: A New Era for Bitcoin and Beyond41:38 - FinCEN wants to laughably outlaw certain on-chain Bitcoin transactions46:00 - Top Stackers of the weekShout out to @wumbo for the time stamps!Stacker News Live WebsiteThriller Bitcoin SN NewsletterPlease find us on YouTube & BitcoinTVWe love Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFind Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNLearn more about Stacker News
52:51
20/10/2023
Real talk with Jose Burgos
Car and Jose weave through many topics, picking up where they left off on the TIB pod. Starting with the pervasive influence that explores Elon's multifaceted impact on the symbolic blue checks with bitcoin and digital culture. Car navigates the discussion around the silent war of information, emphasizing the importance of informing the public and preparing for potential societal shifts. They also discuss practical aspects of podcasting and live events, including gear talk and minimalist creation, while ending on an engaging convo around the term pleb.Topics discussed:hard in the paint, bitcoinerswechatelonblue checksupstream surveillancecryptosovereigntyround rock bitcoinersinforming the publicsilent warchurchpreparationpatriotsstoicstexas triangledoomsday scenariosenecar u preparedinforming the publicproduction workgear talklive eventsminimalist creationmatcherpleb talkFollow Jose on TwitterLearn more about Talking in BitsLearn more about Spotlight CoalitionLearn more about Unchained CapitalZap Car on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterRead more Thriller BitcoinSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & BitcoinTVAdvertise with Thriller
01:29:11
16/10/2023
Stacker News Live #89: Compute This!
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers. For the week of October 13th, 2023.Stacker News Live WebsiteThriller Bitcoin SN NewsletterPlease find us on YouTube & BitcoinTVWe love Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFind Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNLearn more about Stacker News
58:41
14/10/2023
Founder talk with Ben Carman
Car sat down with Ben Carman, the co-founder of Mutiny, to discuss his startup journey, unpack the origins of Mutiny, and discuss the challenges and rewards of working with technical co-founders. They delved deep into the bitcoin wallet space, examining the spectrum from custodial options to the freedom of self-custodial choices. Ben emphasized the significance of the open web, Mutiny's distinct design aesthetic, and the strategic trade-offs made in the wallet space. He also underscored the importance of payment reliability, hinting at AI's potential transformative role in it.Topics discussed:bens getting strongersuredbitsthe bitcoin companymutiny storybens startup journeytechnical foundersbitcoin walletscustodial walletsself-custodial walletsmutiny aiL402machine to machinepayment pathspayment reliability hackathonsuser growthleveraging the open webiOSsatscardmutiny designopen lsp spectrade-offsDLC'snostr wallet connectzapple paystacker newssatlantislong septembersingular visionFollow Ben Carman on TwitterZap Ben on NostrFollow Mutiny on TwitterZap Mutiny on NostrLearn more about MutinyContribute to Mutiny on GitHubZap Car on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterRead more Thriller BitcoinSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & BitcoinTVAdvertise with Thriller
01:08:44
09/10/2023
Stacker News Live #88: Brute Force Attack!
Join Car and Keyan to discuss Stacker News' top posts of the week, Car & Keyan's favorite posts of the week, and top stackers. For the week of October 6th, 2023.Stacker News Live WebsiteThriller Bitcoin SN NewsletterPlease find us on YouTube & BitcoinTVWe love Fountain app for Lightning 2.0 podcastingSend us a Boost, and we will read it on the next SNLFind Car on NostrFollow Car on SNLearn more about PlebLabFollow Keyan on TwitterFind Keyan on NostrFollow Keyan on SNLearn more about Stacker News
56:12
07/10/2023
AI talk with Christopher David
Car sat down with Christopher David, the founder and CEO of GPUtopia, to discuss his journey of establishing an AI company rooted in Bitcoin. The conversation gravitates towards the dangers of centralized AI control, sounding the alarm on its existential risks. They discuss envisioning a future where democratized access to AI resources is the norm, asserting that the ascendancy of truly open AI is both imminent and necessary. Topics discussed:sam altmanopen aijony ive orbdystopian techsilicon valleychinaamd nvidagpu computegputopia apidata buffetnip 105gpt4llmsopen sourcebitcoinmachine to machinepleblabaustinnycmarketplaceorder bookbased futureFollow Christopher David on TwitterFollow GPUTopia on TwitterLearn more about GPUTopiaJoin GPUTopia DiscordContribute to GPUTopia on GitHubZap Car on NostrFollow Thriller Bitcoin on TwitterRead more Thriller BitcoinSubscribe to Thriller podFollow Thriller Bitcoin on YouTube & BitcoinTVAdvertise with Thriller
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03/10/2023