Builders In Bitcoin EP18: Stay Humble, Stack Stats w/ Matt Odell, Bitcoiner

My guest today is my dear friend and co-founder of Bitcoin Park with me, Matt Odell.

Matt is a Bitcoiner and has been broadcasting signal to Bitcoiners through his podcasts and commentary for longer than I have been in Bitcoin. I owe a lot of my journey to him, and I am excited to share our wide ranging conversation with y’all. Matt’s evergreen optimism and focus on a future built with Bitcoin are inspiring to say the least.

In this episode, we discuss and dig into:

Resources:

Citadel Dispatch: https://citadeldispatch.com/

Ten31: https://ten31.vc/

Visit our sponsor https://mempool.space/, dive into their free and open source Bitcoin blockchain explorer, and gain new insights from their expanding suite of tools, including their mining dashboard.

Matt Odell on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ODELL

Citadel Dispatch on Twitter: https://twitter.com/citadeldispatch

Ten31 on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ten31vc

Rod on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bitkite

Builders In Bitcoin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/buildersinbtc

To learn more about Bitcoin Park, please visit and join: https://bitcoinpark.co and/or join our Discord where we are most active: https://discord.gg/YZ8x7mfFKj

And a massive thank you to:

- Producer - Tom Maxwell https://twitter.com/tomjmaxwell

- Theme Composer - Max Wellington https://twitter.com/immaxwellington

Builders In Bitcoin EP17: Bitcoin Just Works w/ Harry Sudock, VP, Strategy - Griid

I had the pleasure of sitting down with my friend Harry Sudock, VP of Strategy at bitcoin mining firm Griid. Harry’s master-level understanding of energy grids and mining infrastructure make him a uniquely valuable asset to the Bitcoin ecosystem and community.

In this episode, we discuss and dig into:

Resources:

Griid: https://www.griid.com/

Nashville Energy & Mining Summit (January 12-13, 2023): https://www.meetup.com/bitcoinpark/events/287318406/

Harry on Twitter: https://twitter.com/harry_sudock

Griid on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GRIID

Rod on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bitkite

Builders In Bitcoin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/buildersinbtc

To learn more about Bitcoin Park, please visit and join: https://bitcoinpark.co and/or join our Discord where we are most active: https://discord.gg/YZ8x7mfFKj

And a massive thank you to:

- Producer - Tom Maxwell https://twitter.com/tomjmaxwell

- Theme Composer - Max Wellington https://twitter.com/immaxwellington

Builders In Bitcoin EP16: Category Creation: Proof-of-Funds w/ Sam Abbassi, CEO - Hoseki

My guest this week is Sam Abbassi, CEO of Proof-of-Funds platform Hoseki. Sam is leveraging his experience in the traditional finance world to help bitcoin hodlers demonstrate the value of their assets so they can participate in the existing financial system such as securing a loan or even getting a visa without completely sacrificing the security and privacy of their bitcoin.

In this episode, we discuss and dig into:

Resources:

Hoseki: https://www.hoseki.app/

Sam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/samabbassi

Hoseki on Twitter: https://twitter.com/hosekiapp

Rod on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bitkite

Builders In Bitcoin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/buildersinbtc

To learn more about Bitcoin Park, please visit and join: https://bitcoinpark.co and/or join our Discord where we are most active: https://discord.gg/YZ8x7mfFKj

And a massive thank you to:

- Producer - Tom Maxwell https://twitter.com/tomjmaxwell

- Theme Composer - Max Wellington https://twitter.com/immaxwellington

Builders In Bitcoin EP15: Bitcoin is Good, pt. 2 w/ Grant McCarty, Co-Executive Director - Bitcoin Policy Institute

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Grant McCarty, Co-Founder and Co-Executive Director of the Bitcoin Policy Institute (BPI), to discuss political engagement and advocacy around Bitcoin. Having advocates like Grant and his BPI co-founder David Zell educating Washington policy makers about Bitcoin in a language that they understand is an important piece of the puzzle when it comes to advancing and protecting the interests of Bitcoiners, both in the United States and beyond.

In this episode, we dig into:

Resources:

Bitcoin Policy Institute: https://www.btcpolicy.org/

Email Grant: [email protected]

Bitcoin Park Public Policy Open House (Thursday, November 3, 2022): https://www.meetup.com/bitcoinpark/events/287981464/

Grant on Twitter: https://twitter.com/grant_mccarty

BPI on Twitter: https://twitter.com/btcpolicyorg

Rod on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bitkite

Builders In Bitcoin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/buildersinbtc

To learn more about Bitcoin Park, please visit and join: https://bitcoinpark.co and/or join our Discord where we are most active: https://discord.gg/YZ8x7mfFKj

And a massive thank you to:

- Producer - Tom Maxwell https://twitter.com/tomjmaxwell

- Theme Composer - Max Wellington https://twitter.com/immaxwellington

Builders In Bitcoin EP14: Bitcoin and the (R)Evolution of Media w/ Nico, Host - SimplyBitcoin

My guest this week is Nico from SimplyBitcoin, someone who brings his passion for Bitcoin and life and infuses that in the business he is creating. Consistently producing six SimplyBitcoin episodes a week takes a special kind of passion and determination, and Nico clearly has that in spades.

In this episode, we discuss and dig into:

Resources:

SimplyBitcoin: https://simplybitcoin.tv/

Nico on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BITVOLT7

SimplyBitcoin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SimplyBitcoinTV

Rod on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bitkite

Builders In Bitcoin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/buildersinbtc

To learn more about Bitcoin Park, please visit and join: https://bitcoinpark.co and/or join our Discord where we are most active: https://discord.gg/YZ8x7mfFKj

And a massive thank you to:

- Producer - Tom Maxwell https://twitter.com/tomjmaxwell

- Theme Composer - Max Wellington https://twitter.com/immaxwellington

Builders In Bitcoin EP13: The Beefsteak w/ awayslice, the Beefsteak Guy

I was lucky enough to have awayslice, the man sharing the art of the beefsteak with Bitcoiners across the US, in the studio with me to discuss his mission to bring people from all over to the table to enjoy his unique and satisfying feasts. Bringing people together to share an unforgettable experience is what a beefsteak is all about, and awayslice has mastered the art of doing just that, and being an exceptional host.

In this episode, we dig into:

Resources:

Beefsteak history: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beefsteak_(banquet)

1939 New Yorker beefsteak article: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/1939/04/15/all-you-can-hold-for-five-bucks

awayslice on Twitter: https://twitter.com/awayslice

Rod on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bitkite

Builders In Bitcoin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/buildersinbtc

To learn more about Bitcoin Park, please visit and join: https://bitcoinpark.co and/or join our Discord where we are most active: https://discord.gg/YZ8x7mfFKj

And a massive thank you to:

- Producer - Tom Maxwell https://twitter.com/tomjmaxwell

- Theme Composer - Max Wellington https://twitter.com/immaxwellington

Builders In Bitcoin EP12: Building Community with Bitcoin w/ Yusuf Nessary, Co-Founder & Director - Built With Bitcoin Foundation

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Yusuf Nessary, Co-Founder and Director of the Built With Bitcoin Foundation. His work with the Built With Bitcoin Foundation to empower children and their communities through education and circular economies is literally changing lives, and serves as an inspiration for me and I hope for you as well.

In this episode, we dig into:

Resources:

Built With Bitcoin Foundation: https://www.builtwithbitcoin.org/

Contact the Built With Bitcoin Foundation: [email protected]

Yusuf on Twitter: https://twitter.com/YusufBWB

Built With Bitcoin Foundation on Twitter: https://twitter.com/builtwithbtc

Rod on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bitkite

Builders In Bitcoin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/buildersinbtc

To learn more about Bitcoin Park, please visit and join: https://bitcoinpark.co and/or join our Discord where we are most active: https://discord.gg/YZ8x7mfFKj

And a massive thank you to:

- Producer - Tom Maxwell https://twitter.com/tomjmaxwell

- Theme Composer - Max Wellington https://twitter.com/immaxwellington

Builders In Bitcoin EP11: Bringing Bitcoin to Local Business w/ Michael Atwood, Founder - Oshi, Organizer - Austin Bitcoin Club

I had the pleasure of speaking with the founder of Oshi—and my good friend—Michael Atwood. Showing local businesses how to use Bitcoin to both embrace a better system and grow their customer base is a mission I wholeheartedly believe in, and one that Michael and Oshi continue to champion.

In this episode, we discuss and dig into:

Resources:

Oshi: https://www.oshi.tech/

Austin Bitcoin Club: https://www.austinbitcoinclub.com/

Michael Atwood on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Dooowta

Oshi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OshiApp

Rod on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bitkite

Builders In Bitcoin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/buildersinbtc

To learn more about Bitcoin Park, please visit and join: https://bitcoinpark.co and/or join our Discord where we are most active: https://discord.gg/YZ8x7mfFKj

And a massive thank you to:

- Producer - Tom Maxwell https://twitter.com/tomjmaxwell

- Theme Composer - Max Wellington https://twitter.com/immaxwellington

Builders In Bitcoin EP10: Learning (and Earning) with Lightning w/ Nate, Education and Support - Voltage, Co-Organizer - North Houston Bitcoin Club 

I’m grateful to have had the chance to chat with Nate, North Houston Bitcoin Club co-organizer and man of many hats at Voltage. Following your passion and leveraging your skill set like Nate has to help Bitcoin grow is definitely an example worth following. 

In this episode, we discuss and dig into:

Resources:

Nate on Twitter: https://twitter.com/beeforbacon1

To learn more about Bitcoin Park, please visit and join: https://bitcoinpark.co and/or join our Discord where we are most active: https://discord.gg/YZ8x7mfFKj 

And a massive thank you to:

Builders In Bitcoin EP9: Designing for Bitcoin w/ Stephen DeLorme, Designer - Bitcoin Design Community, Co-Organizer - TABConf 

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Stephen DeLorme, Bitcoin Design Community member and designer and also co-organizer of TABConf, which takes place in Atlanta from October 12 - 15. Stephen’s commitment to fostering a strong community of Bitcoiners in Atlanta and beyond is as inspiring as it is important to growing widespread Bitcoin adoption.

Stephen and I discuss and dig into:

Resources:

TABConf: https://2022.tabconf.com/ (October 12-15, 2022)

*Enter coupon code “grassroots” at checkout for a discount on your TABConf registration*

Brink: https://brink.dev/

Bitcoin Design Community: https://bitcoin.design/

Unified QRs for Bitcoin: https://bitcoinqr.dev/

Spiral: https://spiral.xyz/

Bitcoin Designathon: https://event.bitcoin.design/ (October 12-23, 2022)

WhenTaproot: https://whentaproot.org/

Terminus Electric Money Laboratory: https://terminus.money/

Stephen on Twitter: https://twitter.com/StephenDeLorme

Bitcoin Design Community on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bitcoin_design

Rod on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bitkite

Builders In Bitcoin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/buildersinbtc

To learn more about Bitcoin Park, please visit and join: https://bitcoinpark.co and/or join our Discord where we are most active: https://discord.gg/YZ8x7mfFKj

And a massive thank you to:

- Producer - Tom Maxwell https://twitter.com/tomjmaxwell

- Theme Composer - Max Wellington https://twitter.com/immaxwellington