Build With Bitcoin
"Build With Bitcoin" is a podcast and advisory services company. We are your insider source to the innovators, investors, and thought leaders demonstrating that Bitcoin is far more than a digital currency, but a pivotal technology platform.
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A list of all episodes and a link to subscribe to show updates is available at: https://buildwithbitcoin.xyz
About the Co-Hosts:
Lynne - A Bitcoiner since 2013, Lynne is an entrepreneur and investor, co-founding MITA Ventures in 2012 after transitioning from Wall Street and traditional finance at Merrill Lynch. She's an active mentor at Google for Startups in Mexico/LatAm.
Israel - An entrepreneur in the Bitcoin space since 2014, co-founded a company for remittances. Curious-minded and analytical, has held different roles within Venture and Finance. He actively supports technology ventures in the LatAm region.
DISCLAIMER: Build With Bitcoin podcast is for educational purposes only and does not give financial advice.
Episodes
87 episodes
086 - Building Aureo: Founder and Investor Perspectives on Latin America's Bitcoin Market
Join hosts Lynne Bairstow and Israel Muñoz as they sit down with Michael Tanguma from Early Riders and Gustavo Flores from Aureo to explore Bitcoin financial services in Latin America.Gustavo shares his journey from Swapido to building ...
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085 - London's Bitcoin Bet: Antidote Accelerator Fueling the Next Wave of Innovation
In this episode of Build with Bitcoin, co-hosts Lynne Bairstow and Israel Muñoz welcome Ben Cousens, co-founder of Antidote, a fintech accelerator aimed at fostering Bitcoin innovation in London. Ben shares his journey from investment banking t...
084 - Highlights 79-83: Bitcoin's Quiet Revolution in Treasuries, Scaling, and Real-World Uses
This episode of the Build with Bitcoin podcast features insights from builders and investors in the Bitcoin space, discussing the evolution of Bitcoin, treasury strategies, scaling solutions, and innovative use cases beyond financial applicatio...
083 - Mexico's Bitcoin Frontier: Jose Flores on Arcadia's Bold Treasury Evolution
In this episode, Lynne Bairstow and Israel Muñoz interview Jose Flores, CEO of Arcadia B, discussing his journey into Bitcoin, the challenges of operating in Mexico's crypto landscape, and the evolution of Arcadia from a Bitcoin-only company to...
More than Numbers. More than Math. More than Money.
"Build With Bitcoin" is a podcast and advisory services company. We are your insider source to the innovators, investors, and thought leaders demonstrating that Bitcoin is far more than a digital currency, but a pivotal technology platform.
082 - Timestamping Truth: Bitcoin's Blockchain as Unbreakable Digital Proof
In this episode, Carlos Toriello from Simple Proof discusses the evolution of his company, which focuses on verifying information integrity using Bitcoin technology. He shares insights on the challenges of public sector adoption, the role of op...
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081 - David Foley's Macro Lens on Bitcoin Treasuries, Smart Leverage, and Adoption Tipping Point
In this conversation, David Foley, co-founder of the Bitcoin Opportunity Fund, discusses the evolution of the fund from its first iteration to its second, highlighting key investment strategies, market dynamics, and the growing importance of Bi...
080 - Rails of Lightning: Unlocking Self-Custodial Bitcoin Yield with Amboss CEO Jesse Shrader
In this episode, co-hosts Israel Muñoz and Lynne Bairstow welcome Jesse Shrader, co-founder and CEO of Amboss, to discuss the latest developments in Bitcoin payment infrastructure, particularly focusing on their new product, Rails, which offers...
079 - Unlocking Bitcoin's Potential: Marco Argentieri on Scaling Finance with Ark Labs
In this episode, Marco Argentieri, CEO and founder of Ark Labs, shares his journey with Bitcoin and the founding of his company. He discusses the challenges of scalability and programmability in Bitcoin, and the innovative solutions offered by ...
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078 - Highlights, Episodes 73-77: VC Visions, Pleb Power, Secure Payments, and Giving
This highlights episode of 'Build with Bitcoin' delves into the maturation of Bitcoin innovation through five key conversations. The discussion spans venture capital insights, the emergence of startup ecosystems like PlebLab in Austin, the tran...
077 - Fueling Bitcoin Innovation and Austin’s Bitcoin Revolution: Car Gonzalez on PlebLab’s Mission
In this episode, Car Gonzalez from PlebLab discusses his journey into the Bitcoin space, the growth of the Bitcoin community in Austin, and the mission of Pleb Lab as a community accelerator. He shares insights on the types of founders attracte...
076 - Securing Bitcoin's Future: Keith Gardner on Branta, Guardrail, and the Battle for Safe Transactions
In this episode, Keith Gardner, CEO and founder of Branta, discusses the importance of Bitcoin payment security and the unique challenges faced by users in the cryptocurrency space. He shares his journey into Bitcoin, the emotional connection h...
075 - Transforming Charity with Bitcoin: Ismael Dainehine’s Vision for EverGive
In this episode, Ismael, founder and CEO of Evergive, discusses the transformative potential of Bitcoin in the charitable sector. The conversation delves into the challenges of measuring the impact of charitable donations, the misaligned incent...
074 - The Big Picture II: Why Top VCs Are All-In on the Future of Sound Money
In this episode, we dive into the key themes shaping Bitcoin Venture Capital, based on exclusive interviews with partners from leading Bitcoin-focused venture funds: Ten31, Early Riders, Ego Death, Timechain, Cantilever, and Epoch. The episode ...
073 - The Big Picture: Why Top VCs Are All-In on the Future of Sound Money
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of Bitcoin investing through exclusive insights from six leading venture capital fund partners. Discover why they're laser-focused on Bitcoin-only strategies, how the ecosystem is still in its infanc...
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072 - Highlights: Mexico City to Silicon Valley: The Global Bitcoin Infrastructure Boom
This episode of the Build With Bitcoin podcast highlights the emergence of Bitcoin hubs and the integration of Bitcoin into legacy institutions. The hosts discuss the importance of physical spaces for innovation, the challenges faced by wealth ...
071 - Casa de Satoshi's Grassroots Rise in Mexico City
In this episode, co-hosts Lynne Bairstow and Israel Muñoz welcome Santiago Varela and Max Schatz from Casa de Satoshi, a community space in Mexico City dedicated to Bitcoin and freedom technology. They discuss the origins of La Casa de Satoshi,...
070 - From Wall Street to Bitcoin: Andy Edstrom on Revolutionizing Money
In this episode, the hosts talk with Andy Edstrom, a prominent figure in the Bitcoin investment space, exploring Andy's journey from traditional finance to Bitcoin, discussing the characteristics that make Bitcoin a compelling form of moneyThe ...
069 - Bitcoin Benefits: Scott Dedels on Revolutionizing Employee Compensation with Block Rewards
In this conversation, Scott Dedels, co-founder of Block Rewards, shares his journey from traditional compensation consulting to creating a Bitcoin-based employee benefits platform. He discusses the impact of Bitcoin on employee compensation, th...
068 - Bitcoin, Real Estate, and the Future of Finance: A Deep Dive with Joe Consorti
In this conversation, Joe Consorti discusses his journey into the Bitcoin space, the intersection of Bitcoin and real estate through Horizon, and the implications of recent regulatory changes on homeownership and Bitcoin. He emphasizes the impo...
067 - Building a Bitcoin Hub in Silicon Valley: The Presidio Bitcoin Story
In this episode, the hosts Lynne Bairstow and Israel Muñoz welcome the Presidio Bitcoin team, Haley and Alex, to discuss their innovative co-working and event space in San Francisco. They explore the mission behind Presidio Bitcoin, the signifi...
066 - Architects of the New Financial Era: Highlights, Episodes 61-65
In this episode of Build with Bitcoin, hosts Lynne Bairstow and Israel Muñoz discuss recent highlights from various Bitcoin innovators, including insights from Marty Bent on venture capital, the potential of digital identity with Portal Technol...
065 - Bitcoin's Bright Future: Policy Shifts and Insurance Solutions with AnchorWatch's Becca Rubenfeld
In this episode, hosts Lynne and Israel welcome back Becca from AnchorWatch to discuss the recent US policy changes regarding the consideration of Bitcoin as an asset for loanworthiness. Becca explains how this shift impacts Bitcoin holders and...
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064 - The Bitcoin Insurance Revolution: Insights from Meanwhile's Co-Founder Zac Townsend
In this conversation, Zach Townsend, co-founder of Meanwhile, discusses the innovative approach of creating a Bitcoin-denominated life insurance company. He shares his background in fintech and public service, the vision behind Meanwhile, and t...
063 - Deep Dive: Holding the Keys to Your Bitcoin Future, Max Guise of Bitkey
In this conversation, Max Guise, lead at Block, Inc. for Bitkey, discusses the importance of self-custody in Bitcoin, the design and functionality of Bitkey, and the company's mission to empower users economically. Max explains the mult...
