Blocktime
Your go-to Bitcoin podcast hosted by Pierre Rochard, VP of Research at Riot. Tune in weekly for thought-provoking discussions, exclusive interviews, and a deep dive into the disruptive power of Bitcoin.
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Episodes
47 episodes
Episode 47: Texas Energy Dominance
Texas is positioned at the forefront of the Bitcoin mining landscape, exemplifying the convergence of energy and digital currency innovation. This episode delves into the critical role that natural gas, renewable energy, and forward-thinking re...
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Episode 46: Grid Innovations and Bitcoin: A New Era in Texas
What if Bitcoin mining could be the key to a more stable energy grid? Join us as we dissect demand flexibility in Texas's energy landscape, building on insights from Texas A&M's Professor Leishi. Discover how energy efficiency improvements—...
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Episode 45: Mining, Market Dynamics, and Energy Efficiency
Join us for an exploration of how Bitcoin tackles the age-old issues of trust and distrust within central banking systems, offering a transparent and accountable alternative. Discover the significance of private keys and hardware wallets, empha...
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Episode 44: Pierre Rochard on Ethereum's Decline
Is Ethereum's decline a sign of trouble ahead, or simply a shift in the crypto landscape? Let's break down the significant trend of Ethereum losing 50% of its value relative to Bitcoin over the past two years. We'll dismiss common theories like...
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Episode 43: Debunking Myths: Bitcoin Mining and Texas's Power Grid
Get the facts straight on Bitcoin miners' role in Texas's energy grid. We’ll address the misconceptions and criticisms head-on, illustrating how Bitcoin mining offers grid flexibility and supports stability. From political insights to technical...
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Episode 42: Bitcoin Act of 2024 with Pierre Rochard
We're back with Episode 42! Can Bitcoin transform national reserves and redefine America's financial future? On this episode of Block Time, we explore Senator Cynthia Lummis' groundbreaking Bitcoin Act of 2024 and its proposal to create a ...
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Episode 41: Bitcoin Custody and the Global Impact of Regulations
We're back for Episode 41! Join your host, Pierre Rochard to unlock the mysteries of Bitcoin custody and regulation with us on the latest Block Time podcast episode. Learn about the stark contrast between traditional banking responsibilities an...
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Episode 40: Riot's Halving Party at PubKey - Exclusive with Pierre Rochard and Jason Les
Join us for Episode 40, an exclusive with Pierre Rochard and CEO of Riot, Jason Les at Riot's Halving Party on 4/19 with PubKey. Don't miss the Q&A from the audience at the end.
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Episode 39: Decoding the Bitcoin White Paper with Pierre Rochard Part 2
Embark with us on a journey through the cryptographic labyrinth that is Satoshi Nakamoto's seminal Bitcoin white paper, a blueprint that set the stage for the digital currency revolution.Dive headfirst into the mechanics of electronic c...
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Episode 38: Decoding Satoshi Nakamoto's Vision - A Deep Dive into the Bitcoin White Paper
Prepare to take a deep dive into the DNA of digital currency, exploring not just the technical innovations but the philosophical underpinnings that led to the creation of Bitcoin. Our journey takes us from the cryptography mailing list, where B...
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Episode 37: Pierre on Bitcoin's Role in Transforming Finance and Sovereignty
Tune in for an exploration of Bitcoin’s potential to reshape the economic hierarchy, offering a beacon of stability in an era of rampant consumerism and inflation. Our conversation with Pierre brings to light how the core principles of transpar...
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Episode 36: Dylan LeClair's Analysis of Bitcoin's Market Resilience
Join us for Episode 36 with special guest, Dylan LeClair. Our journey begins with Dylan's own departure from conventional economics, leading to his deep dive into the pandemic's silver lining: Bitcoin. As we unpack his analysis of Bitcoin miner...
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Episode 35: The Lightning Network: A Deep Dive into Bitcoin's Future
Unlock the transformative power of Bitcoin's Lightning Network with us on BlockTime as we gear up for the much-anticipated Bitcoin halving. With the market pulsing with renewed vigor, we're bringing you exclusive behind-the-scenes access to Rio...
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Episode 34: A Conversation with Steve Lee on Revolutionizing Bitcoin's Ecosystem
Prepare to embark on a journey into the heart of Bitcoin's evolution with our esteemed guest, Steve Lee from Spiral. We'll unravel the mysteries of Bitcoin adoption and the limitless potential of the Lightning Network in a way that's not just f...
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Episode 33: Halving, Nodes, and the March to 21 Million
Dive deep into the enigma of Bitcoin's supply mechanics with our latest Block Time discussion. Your Host, Pierre and Producer Gabe take you on a journey through Bitcoin's backbone. They start by tackling the core concepts that set Bitcoin apart...
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Episode 32: Pierre Rochard on Debunking Bitcoin Mining Myths & Navigating Energy Regulations
Join Pierre for a solo episode! We tackle everything from the process of mining and transaction verification to the recent scrutinies made by political figures such as Senator Elizabeth Warren, juxtaposing these against the drive for renewable ...
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Episode 31: Fred Krueger on Bitcoin ETFs: Bridging Traditional Finance and Digital Currencies
Fred Krueger, former Wall Street trader and current Bitcoin enthusiast, who joins us to dissect the potential seismic shifts these financial products could bring to the currency landscape. As Fred seamlessly bridges the gap between the traditio...
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Episode 30: Tobin Harding's Journey Through Open Source Software & Bitcoin's Core Challenges
Tobin Harding takes us behind the scenes of his coding journey in Episode 30. Tobin conveys the profound impact of this collaborative ethos on his approach to development. We also tackle the critical role of the kernel, the correlation between ...
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Episode 29: Shaun Connell on the Symbiosis of Bitcoin Mining and Energy Grid Dynamics
Discover how Bitcoin mining and energy sectors can converge for mutual growth as electricity grid expert Shaun Connell, EVP of Power, from Lancium unravels the symbiotic relationship these industries share. Witness Sean's fascinating leap from ...
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Episode 28: Brian Morgentern Unpacks the EIA’s 'Emergency Survey'
Sit down with your Host, Pierre Rochard, and Brian Morgenstern, Head of Public Policy at Riot, to unpack the EIA’s Emergency Survey on Bitcoin Miners. We tackle head-on the chilling notion of privacy invasion and dissect the shaky g...
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Episode 27: Robert Warren on the Frontlines of Bitcoin's Energy Debate
Join your Host, Pierre Rochard, and special guest, Robert Warren, Manager, Mining & Operations Analysis at Riot, learn about his journey to Bitcoin mining. Our latest BlockTime podcast episode captures his shift from seeing Bitcoin as just ...
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Episode 26: Bitcoin Culture and the BitBlockBoom Experience with Gary Leland
Meet Gary Leland, the brains behind the BitBlockBoom conference. Step into Gary's shoes as he recounts his own revelation in the Bitcoin realm, where initial skepticism morphed into a profound realization of Bitcoin's indispensable role in the ...
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Episode 25: The Bitcoin ETF: Approvals, Innovations, and Societal Impact
In Episode 25, join Pierre for a 1:1 on Wall Street's evolving interaction with Bitcoin, delving into the future of Bitcoin ETFs and their operational intricacies. Examining the SEC's decisions, Pierre analyzes the technicalities of cash creati...
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Episode 24: Powering the Largest Bitcoin Mining Facility with Nick Kyle
Join us for Episode 24 for an electrifying conversation with Nick Kyle, Electrician at Riot. As we power down our discussion, Nick sheds light on some common misconceptions about mining's electrical demands and its impact on the grid, par...
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Episode 23: Cultivating Talent & Shaping Leaders with Michelle Wolff
BlockTime returns! Tune in to Episode 23 as Pierre Rochard engages in a conversation with Michelle Wolff, Riot's Manager of Employee Experience. Michelle's journey unfolds as a step-by-step manual on ascending the corporate hierarchy, starting ...
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