The Peer to Peer Policy Podcast
Live from the Washington, D.C., and Austin, TX, policy experts discuss the intersection of Bitcoin, energy, politics, business, and more.
Brian Morgenstern is SVP of public policy for Riot Platforms, one of the world's leading Bitcoin mining companies. He previously served as White House deputy press secretary and deputy communications director for President Trump. He was also senior advisor and deputy assistant secretary of the U.S. Treasury Department.
Zach Whiting is manager of public policy at Riot Platforms. He previously served as policy director and senior fellow at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, state senator from Iowa, and policy advisor to a member of Congress.
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The Peer to Peer Policy Podcast
Trump Assembles Bitcoin Dream Team (from the archives)
From December 12, 2024.
In this episode, Brian and Sam discuss:
- David Sacks' appointment signals a shift in crypto policy.
- The Trump administration prioritizes AI and cryptocurrency.
- The counter-elite is gaining influence in politics.
- Citizen government is a return to problem-solving leadership.
- Scott Bessent's selection as Treasury secretary is promising for crypto.
- Paul Atkins' SEC chairmanship could benefit the crypto industry.
- Democratic resistance to crypto policies may backfire politically.
- The strategic bitcoin reserve could strengthen the U.S. economy.
- Bitcoin is being recognized as a viable reserve asset.
- Transparency in government is crucial for national security.
- And more!
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