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
Bitcoin, DOGE, and AI - Oh My! (from the archives)
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From February 20, 2025.
In this episode, Brian and Sam discuss:
- There's a disconnect in the bitcoin community regarding price and policy.
- Bitcoin policy wins are significant and should be celebrated.
- The market takes time to digest information and reflect it in prices.
- Texas is moving forward with a strategic bitcoin reserve bill, which could set a precedent.
- DOGE is exposing government waste and promoting transparency.
- The relationship between bitcoin and inflation is complex and evolving.
- AI innovation is crucial for economic growth and competitiveness.
- The U.S. must foster innovation rather than stifle it with regulation.
- Long-term holding of bitcoin has historically been profitable.
- DOGE's efforts highlight the importance of transparency in government.
- And more!
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