How did a simple golf tournament turn into one of the most unique bitcoin events in the world? In this episode, we sit down with the key organizers and participants of the Max & Stacy Bitcoin Golf Invitational in El Salvador to unpack how this event came to life. We explore the surprising connection between bitcoin and golf, the challenges of organizing a major bitcoin event from scratch, and why the tournament attracted bitcoiners from around the world. The conversation covers El Salvador’s rapid transformation, its growing role in the bitcoin community, and the inspiring story of the country’s top golfer. We also discuss bitcoin’s long-term adoption, the power of a strong network, and the future of bitcoin sports events.

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TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Intro

1:12 - How the bitcoin golf tournament started

3:46 - From article to international event

8:20 - Why bitcoin and golf share the same mindset

12:32 - The rise of bitcoin sports events

18:25 - Inside the Max & Stacy Invitational

22:05 - El Salvador’s top golfer and his bitcoin connection

25:41 - The unique culture of bitcoiners

31:10 - El Salvador’s transformation and first impressions

34:09 - The best food in El Salvador

39:32 - Why hash rate signals bitcoin’s strength

42:18 - Executing a flawless bitcoin event

45:42 - How bitcoin reshapes time and wealth

50:06 - The power of taking action

52:35 - The future of bitcoin sports and elite events

55:00 - Final thoughts on bitcoin, El Salvador, and the tournament

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