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What Bitcoin Did

Danny Knowles
Bitcoin
Inflation
Gold
Federal Reserve
Microstrategy
Artificial Intelligence
Cryptocurrency
Institutional Adoption
Debt
Central Banking
Treasury Companies
Self-Custody
Quantum Computing
US Government
Etfs
Monetary Policy
Liquidity
Interest Rates
Stablecoins
Wealth Inequality

What Bitcoin Did unpacks Bitcoin’s role in reshaping money, freedom, and the future of finance.

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“I think everyone is underestimating the speed of AI.”

Jordi Visser joins the show to discuss why he believes AI could trigger a major shift in global wealth, weaken the investment appeal of stocks and real estate, and create a new bull case for B... more

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“The things they need to do to bring inflation down are just too painful for them.”

Andy Constan returns to discuss why he thinks politicians will keep running large deficits, how inflation can shift the cost of America’s debt onto savers and futu... more

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“You don’t need inflation for anything whatsoever. It’s essentially a counterfeiting cartel.”

Peter St Onge returns to discuss why he believes 2% inflation is a scam, how central banks transfer wealth from savers to governments and Wall Street, an... more

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“I think the primary product that they’re the most interested in selling is AI psychosis.”

Erik Cason returns to discuss why he believes American capitalism has already ended, how AI could accelerate the rise of the surveillance state, and why own... more

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Jordi Visser
Investor and founder of Visser Labs; crypto strategist
Visser Labs
Episode: How AI Could Take Bitcoin to $1 Million | Jordi Visser
Andy Constan
Founder of Damp Spring; macro strategist and researcher specializing in global macro and crypto markets
Damp Spring
Episode: America’s Debt Problem Is Bitcoin’s Bull Case | Andy Constan
Peter St Onge
Professor of economics (Austrian school)
University/academic economist
Episode: The Biggest Lie in Economics | Peter St Onge
Erik Cason
Founder/CEO discussing AI and crypto sovereignty
Vora
Episode: Capitalism Is Dead: The Rise of the AI Surveillance State | Erik Cason
Jesse Posner
Co-founder/cryptographer, Bitkey veteran
Vora
Episode: Capitalism Is Dead: The Rise of the AI Surveillance State | Erik Cason
Jameson Lopp
Bitcoin security expert, affiliated with CASA
Council of Academic Security? (affiliation discussed as CASA)
Episode: AI Came for Bitcoin First | Jameson Lopp
Nick Bhatia
Founder/analyst at The Bitcoin Layer (TBL); macro crypto researcher
The Bitcoin Layer (TBL)
Episode: Bitcoin & the $40 Trillion Debt Reckoning | Nik Bhatia
Lloyd Fournier
Frostsnap team member
Frostsnap
Episode: The Coldcard Disaster: Everything You Need to Know | Lloyd Fournier & Nick Farrow
Nick Farrow
Frostsnap team member
Frostsnap
Episode: The Coldcard Disaster: Everything You Need to Know | Lloyd Fournier & Nick Farrow

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Danny Knowles
Host and principal interviewer with long‑running involvement in Bitcoin discussion.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 926 ratings
  • Thought provoking

    Danny consistently asks thought-provoking questions and explores up to date information in the world of Bitcoin and the modern financial system. His guests are some of the brightest and most articulate in the space. Thank you for all of the tireless work you do to continue the mission of educating the public about what Bitcoin did and how it will free us all from the slavery that is the fiat monetary system.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brrt26
    United Statesa month ago
  • Like Most Bitcoin podcasts, it’s just echo chamber & price go up nonsense podcast.

    Typical zealotry. Not anything sophisticated or deep understanding of real world markets and finance. Just a bunch of hyperbole and cult members throwing their sayings and phrases back and forth to each other. Same clown show as most Bitcoin podcasts. I say this as a bitcoiner.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Gene Everett 187
    United States4 months ago
  • Outstanding

    A top crypto podcast with focus on BTC.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kfixbwhdisa
    United States5 months ago
  • Super helpful

    Danny asks the questions I would ask, and gets his very well informed guests to clarify terms for those of us learning financials on the fly. Thank you Danny!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    InteriorGrace
    United States6 months ago
  • Little ears friendly

    Love it. I can play this podcast with kid sin the car and not have to worry about f-bombs. Well done Danny! Peter’s great but he swore too much. I had to listen to the old pod alone.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tinder_user
    United Statesa year ago

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America’s Debt Problem Is Bitcoin’s Bull Case | Andy Constan
Q: What would make Bitcoin a more compelling addition to a diversified portfolio?
Bitcoin would need to demonstrate a meaningful long-term risk premium, lower volatility with adequate compensation, and a decoupling or beneficial correlation profile relative to gold and NASDAQ, alongside conditions that would cause it to outperform as a debasement or monetary-asset hedge under plausible macro scenarios.
America’s Debt Problem Is Bitcoin’s Bull Case | Andy Constan
Q: Given today's macro environment, how would you assess Bitcoin if you were in charge of a firm allocating capital?
The guest walks through a framework where institutions either rely on cash-like allocations, long-only portfolio construction, market-timing/trading, or arbitrage strategies, and explains that Bitcoin's inclusion depends on risk-adjusted returns, correlation with existing assets, and a perceived long-term risk premium; he emphasizes that Bitcoin currently lacks a clear risk premium and is evaluated mainly against gold as a diversification and debasement hedge, with volatility reductions being a key factor for potential inclusion.
How AI Could Take Bitcoin to $1 Million | Jordi Visser
Q: What do you see right now that you feel like everyone's missing?
The intersection of AI and crypto, particularly how AI accelerates disruption, reduces friction, and enables tokenization and agentic technologies to democratize ownership and finance at scale.
AI Came for Bitcoin First | Jameson Lopp
Q: What is the current view of the Bitcoin security landscape given recent hacks and the rapid evolution of AI tooling?
The security landscape has become a high-velocity, multi-faceted battle where both attackers and defenders leverage AI and automation. The guest emphasizes the need for diversified defenses, multiple model reviews, and strict human oversight, along with a proactive, layered security architecture to stay ahead.
Bitcoin & the $40 Trillion Debt Reckoning | Nik Bhatia
Q: Is Bitcoin the only viable long-term hedge here?
Bitcoin is presented as the best representation of what to own given limited supply and the risk of fiat debasement, though context suggests diversification across macro and crypto assets.

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Listeners tend to seek a rigorous, macro‑driven take on Bitcoin and related technologies, with frequent forays into policy, regulation, and the broader financial system. Episodes balance deep-dive technical topics (self‑custody, liquidity, Bitcoin as money) with big‑picture discussions on AI, macro cycles, and regulatory risk, often featuring prominent industry figures and researchers. The show stands out for its structured debates, data‑driven narratives, and practical sponsor integrations that align with professional investors, builders, and policy-minded audiences who want actionable insights alongside thoughtful commentary on long‑term adoption and governance.

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