"I actually view Bitcoin as a way to keep the crown jewels of our civilization, the West, shining… If that goes out, then the whole world goes dark. And so that's what I think is the most important thing. I think Bitcoin is going to help save Western civilization."

What happens when you build a Bitcoin-only bank inside the belly of the U.S. financial system? River CEO/CTO Alex Leishman breaks down what it's like to build a Bitcoin bank, why Bitcoin saves western civilization, and what Bitcoin means for America.

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In this episode of THE Bitcoin Podcast, Walker America sits down with Alex Leishman, CEO/CTO of River, to talk about:

• Why River refuses to sell shitcoins and won’t run a “casino”

• How their proof-of-reserves system works (and why most exchanges still won’t do it)

• Paying 3.5% on dollar deposits, in Bitcoin, and why they’re fine eating the banks’ lunch

• What River sees behind the scenes during the “Bitcoin crashed to $100K” panic

• The rise of Main Street Bitcoin treasuries (restaurants, plumbers, hot dog stands, churches & more)

• Why Alex thinks Bitcoin is a lifeboat for America and the West • Culture, demographics, and why “fix the money” isn’t the whole story

Alex also shares River’s long-term vision to become the most trusted financial institution built on Bitcoin – a true Bitcoin-native bank that can eventually replace your legacy checking and savings account.

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"I still think that there's enormous upside left. I truly believe we're going to hit 10, 20 million dollars per coin… I'm going to be buying Bitcoin at ten million dollars per coin because where else are you going to park your wealth?"

In this episode of THE Bitcoin Podcast, Walker America sits down with Nico from Simply Bitcoin to talk about the real choice humanity faces: Bitcoin or Slavery. From censorship-resistant social media and YouTube bans to Bitcoin Zen and the coming war between freedom money and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), this conversation dives deep into the future of money, state control, and personal sovereignty.

Nico shares how he built Simply Bitcoin from scratch, what it takes to survive as a creator in a censored world, and why the “stablecoin year” is just the calm before Bitcoin’s next storm.

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NICO’S LINKS:

X: https://x.com/BITVOLT & https://x.com/SimplyBitcoin

Nostr: https://primal.net/nico & https://primal.net/simplybitcoin

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/simplybitcoin

Web: https://simplybitcoin.com/

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"Fiat is the time thief. This is the biggest immoral part of all of this monetary system that we're trying to solve for. It's taking time away from you."

Summary

In this conversation, Walker and TC discuss the launch of the TimeChain Calendar mobile app, TC's journey into Bitcoin, and the evolution of the Time Chain Calendar project (https://timechaincalendar.com ). They explore the importance of visualizing Bitcoin's mechanics, including halvings and difficulty adjustments, and reflect on the design and user experience of the app. The discussion emphasizes the significance of continuous learning in the Bitcoin space and the thoughtful implementation of Bitcoin's design principles. In this conversation, TC discusses the innovative features of the TimeChain Calendar, his journey as a solo developer, and the transformative impact of AI on the development landscape. He emphasizes the importance of empowerment through learning, the changing nature of work, and the opportunities available for the next generation, particularly in relation to Bitcoin. The discussion also touches on the significance of time management, the balance between work and family, and the future features of the TimeChain Calendar app.

Key Topics:

TC’s links:

X: https://x.com/Meditation_Man

Nostr: https://primal.net/p/nprofile1qqsfx5v0j80628v2euujzlxu60fve5tcgv7tneerdp2y4txhgykt2rqqhmfgp

Web: https://timechaincalendar.com/

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"Bitcoin's anarchy, right? It does not have religious attribution, it does not have political attributions, it doesn't have f***ing anything. It's just a mathematical system with extremely conservative economic values and full anarchy."

In this episode of The Bitcoin Podcast, Walker America interviews NVK, discussing Bitcoin's current state, ecosystem debates, and the importance of focusing on personal responsibility and self-custody. They also discuss why you should go touch grass.

Key Topics:

NVK LINKS:

X: https://x.com/nvk

Nostr: https://primal.net/nvk

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"Bitcoin is not a f***ing iPhone. It's not going to just follow the same adoption curve that every other technology before it. Bitcoin is a techno-socioeconomic phenomenon… the downside of me being wrong about an iPhone is a thousand dollars. The downside of me being wrong about Bitcoin is my entire wealth."

In this conversation, Walker and Aleks Svetski discuss the profound changes in their lives, particularly with Svetski becoming a father. They explore the shifting political landscape, the role of the state, and the nature of violence in society. The discussion then transitions to the current state of Nostr, a decentralized social protocol, and the challenges it faces in gaining traction compared to other platforms. They conclude by examining the differences between social media and social networks, emphasizing the need for a compelling reason for users to migrate to new platforms. In this conversation, Svetski discusses the evolution of his project, Satlantis, focusing on its transformation into a Bitcoin-native events app. He emphasizes the importance of user engagement, the integration of social graphs for enhanced discoverability, and the need for innovative tools that leverage the Nostr protocol. The discussion also covers monetization strategies, targeting Bitcoin communities, and the potential for crowdfunding to support future developments.

SVETSKI’S LINKS:

Nostr: https://primal.net/svetski

Satlantis: https://www.satlantis.io/

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> Mine Bitcoin, lower your tax bill, and stack sats hands-free with Blockware — get started today at https://mining.blockwaresolutions.com/titcoin and use code “titcoin” to get $100 off your first miner on the Blockware Marketplace.

> GET A BITBOX HARDWARE WALLET: http://bitbox.swiss/walker -- use promo code WALKER for 5% OFF the Bitcoin-only Bitbox02 hardware wallet.

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"These companies that are building around [Bitcoin] are going to do very well. It's going to be similar to the personal computer revolution or the internet revolution."

In this episode of The Bitcoin Podcast, VC Mike Jarmuz of Lightning Ventures discusses Bitcoin startups, the upcoming Bitcoin startup pitch competition at the Lugano Plan B Forum (https://planbweek.com/#cypher-tank-semi-final), Bitcoin Treasury Company and startup M&A, and the evolution of Bitcoin investment strategies.

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> Mine Bitcoin, lower your tax bill, and stack sats hands-free with Blockware — get started today at https://mining.blockwaresolutions.com/titcoin and use code “titcoin” to get $100 off your first miner on the Blockware Marketplace.

> http://bitbox.swiss/walker -- use promo code WALKER for 5% off the Bitcoin-only Bitbox02 hardware wallet.

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FOLLOW MUZZ:

X: https://x.com/MikeJarmuz

Nostr: https://primal.net/themuzzman

CYPHER TANK PITCH COMPETITION: https://planbweek.com/#cypher-tank-semi-final

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I LIVE STREAMED LAST NIGHT AS BITCOIN MADE NEW ALL TIME HIGHS. I TALKED ABOUT BITCOIN AND THE MCRIB PRICE INDICATOR BUT ALSO RANTED ABOUT COMMUNISM A LOT. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO ZAPPED ME SATS ON NOSTR.

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In this solo live stream, Walker America from The Bitcoin Podcast shares his thoughts on Bitcoin reaching new all-time highs, the state of the fiat currency system, the importance of Bitcoin adoption, and various societal and philosophical topics.

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Summary:

Walker America begins by discussing Bitcoin's price, noting the excitement around reaching new all-time highs in fiat currency terms. He reflects on how he and his wife Carla missed the early days of Bitcoin, having ignored it until 2020, and shares an embarrassing story about buying Litecoin because he didn't realize you could buy a fraction of Bitcoin. He emphasizes the importance of staying humble and remembering that everyone starts from a point of zero knowledge.

He expresses his dislike for focusing solely on price but acknowledges the fun in seeing the number go up. He critiques the fiat currency system, comparing the US dollar to the "skinniest kid at fat camp" and admiring those who run businesses in hyperinflationary environments like Turkey. Walker shares his admiration for the Turkish people who continue to produce value despite brutal inflation. He also discusses the McRib indicator as a fun technical analysis tool, highlighting the correlation between the return of the McRib and Bitcoin pumps.

Walker delves into the importance of NGU (number go up) for Bitcoin adoption, noting that it attracts more people to the network. He recounts a story of a song his wife wrote when Bitcoin was at $19,000, highlighting the significant difference in price compared to the current value. He emphasizes that while price is fun, it's just a made-up imaginary number and the underlying technology and principles of Bitcoin are what truly matter. He brings up the concept that NGU is a Trojan horse for FGU (freedom go up).

The conversation transitions to a discussion on the importance of Bitcoin for saving and protecting wealth, particularly in countries with unstable currencies. He emphasizes that Bitcoin is the true measuring stick, exposing the debasement of fiat currencies like the Turkish lira. Walker also touches on the importance of saving in Bitcoin, particularly for young parents trying to balance work and family life. He discusses that most people will be approached when Bitcoin is pumping, and that those people who took action early deserve the benefits.

Walker then shifts to a more philosophical discussion, sharing his theory of a "super cycle" convergence, including the fourth turning, economic cycles, and debt cycles. He credits Jeff Booth for the idea that Bitcoin breaks the cycle of repeated societal and economic collapses. He emphasizes that Bitcoin offers a chance to build a different kind of world with aligned incentives and greater individual freedom.

He expresses his hope for a future where Bitcoin is ubiquitous and the money is no longer controlled by a central group of people. Walker criticizes communism, advocating for ridicule of communists and stating that the ideology has caused more harm than Nazism. He highlights the importance of homeschooling, linking mandatory public education to totalitarian regimes like Nazi Germany. He also argues that if you hate homeschooling, then you have the same views as the Nazis on homeschooling.

He discusses the concept of financial privilege and how people from financially privileged nations that grok Bitcoin do so by choice rather than by force. He ends by stating that the natural state of the free market is deflationary due to the advancement of technology. He states that people are working for something a cartel of unelected bankers are creating out of thin air. Walker emphasizes the importance of being grateful for Bitcoin and using it to build a better future. He encourages listeners to start Bitcoin podcasts, recognizing the potential to change lives.

"Bitcoin is completely finite, only 21 million, and dollars can inflate forever. So if you're looking at a dollar price of Bitcoin, you're using the wrong measuring stick. Bitcoin is the measuring stick because it is constant. There's a certain number forever."

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BTC Sessions joins Walker for Episode 6 of Saving in Bitcoin: Your Financial Freedom Blueprint, a six-episode limited series on THE Bitcoin Podcast.

FOLLOW BTC SESSIONS:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BTCSessions

X: https://x.com/BTCsessions

Nostr: https://primal.net/btcsessions

https://www.btcsessions.ca/

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"Saving in Bitcoin: Your Financial Freedom Blueprint" is a six episode limited series on THE Bitcoin Podcast, hosted by Walker. I’m talking to some of the best minds in Bitcoin to walk you through the basics of why our money is broken, how bitcoin fixes it, and how YOU can use Bitcoin as your personal financial freedom blueprint. In each episode, we'll walk through a specific topic within the overall theme of Saving in Bitcoin, giving you actionable tips for how to use Bitcoin as your personal blueprint for financial freedom in a chaotic world. This series is covers both Bitcoin 101 topics as well as deeper dives into what Bitcoin means for individuals, families, and humanity as a whole going forward.

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"If you want to make a difference, you need to start a podcast."

Walker America sits down with Richard Greaser and Rod Palmer of the Bitcoin Bugle for a fast, funny, and surprisingly earnest tour of Bitcoin culture—why podcasting is the best truth-delivery mechanism we’ve got, how to respect your audience’s scarce time, and what ethical monetization actually looks like (yes, even “Bitcoin QVC” for boomers—value first, no pleb-fleecing). Along the way they unpack vibes as a real coordination signal (and why public vibe checks matter), defend satire as journalism that cuts through cognitive dissonance, and challenge listeners to stop lurking and ship 21 episodes of their own show. From gear and production realities to collaboration and signal-boosting high-quality creators, the trio maps out a circular Bitcoin media economy—and shows how play (D&D, cosplay, comics) can be a stealth orange-pill without the preachiness. If you care about sound money, free speech, and building culture that lasts, this one’s equal parts laughs, tactics, and a kick in the pants to start creating.

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GUEST LINKS:

WEB: https://www.bugle.news/

X: https://x.com/GreaserRichard | https://x.com/rodpalmerhodl | https://x.com/bitcoin_bugle

NOSTR: https://primal.net/rodpalmer | https://primal.net/p/nprofile1qqsg246x7cn2y4dxslc537l73g0f038z6z8k9ss5n3vep9lp8z3h02qnyz630 | https://primal.net/bugle

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*****

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"Quest of Keys" is a first-of-its-kind Bitcoin-themed Dungeons & Dragons campaign set in futuristic Las Vegas, 2249. Featuring Dungeon Master Tatum Turnup and players Carla Bitcoin, Lyn Alden, Mags, Steven Lubka, and Walker America.

The dice are rolling, the strip is alive, and the fate of Bitcoin hangs in the balance.

This is a DnD adventure where Bitcoin is treasure, quantum demons are the enemy, and the Quest of Keys decides it all.

A dragonborn podcaster, an ASIC barbarian, a corrupted clone, a cryo-influencer, and an eternal poster are bound together on a dangerous mission: recover the lost keys to SaylorBot21’s vault before the quantum demons claim it all.

⚔️ This is the beginning of the Quest of Keys.

Watch Quest of Keys Part One here:

X: https://x.com/QuestOfKeys/status/1971636882640720357

YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o78AZHa0eV8

RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/v6zgqp6-premiere-quest-of-keys-part-1-new-cyberpunk-dungeons-and-dragons-campaign.html

FOLLOW ON NOSTR: https://primal.net/p/nprofile1qqs2nnvwq73zlgvwm38esckvv5uhyrx9x5ccqnmum4m6ccgtxqpxa7czaj30s

FOLLOW ON X: https://x.com/questofkeys

FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/questofkeys/

ALL SOCIAL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/QuestOfKeys

FEATURING:

Dungeon Master Tatum Turnup: https://x.com/tatumturnup

Carla Bitcoin: https://x.com/carlabitcoin

Lyn Alden: https://x.com/LynAldenContact

Mags: https://x.com/Crypto_Mags

Steven Lubka: https://x.com/DzambhalaHODL

and Walker America: https://x.com/WalkerAmerica