Let's explore Bitcoin, the future of money and the social, cultural, economical and philosophical implications of this new technology. Hosted by Cedric Youngelman.
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Cedric Youngelman Podcasts
Welcome to The Block Reward Podcast, where real stories meet real impact, all powered by real money—Bitcoin. Each week, we dive into the transformative world of Bitcoin through in-depth interviews with thought leaders, innovators, and changemakers shaping the future of decentralized finance. Your host, Scott Dedels, also shares solo episodes where he reflects on his journey as a conscious CEO, offering insights into leadership, personal growth, and the evolving role of Bitcoin in creating a ...
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ChainBytes is an innovative blockchain software company focused on finding solutions for the practical deployment of blockchain use cases. We offer variety of bitcoin ATM kiosks (buy and sell enabled); And solve problems focused on how to operationalize blockchain by integration to various business application. We have created, programmed and deployed hundreds of blockchain solutions ranging from tokenizing real estate properties and creating solutions for smart contracts to finding software ...
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94: Cedric Youngelman ON: Bitcoin, Freedom, and the Fight Against Financial Enslavement
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1:12:50What if Bitcoin didn’t come to disrupt the system… but to save it? In this episode, I’m joined by Cedric Youngelman, the host of the Bitcoin Matrix podcast. Cedric’s been immersed in the Bitcoin space since 2017, and over the years he’s built a reputation for digging into the deeper philosophical and political implications of money, sovereignty, an…
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95: Helena Andrejko ON: The Psychology of Fiat, Bitcoin, and Human Consciousness
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48:09What if money doesn’t just buy things but actually changes how we think? In this episode, I talk with Helena Andrejko, an Australian psychotherapist who works with individuals and couples, as well as a psychedelic-assisted therapist trained to use psilocybin and MDMA for trauma and depression treatment in regulated medical settings. She splits her …
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Stephan Livera - Paper Bitcoin or not, Bitcoin is going to $10 Million
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1:15:00In this episode, I chat with Stephan Livera, Bitcoin educator, host of the Stephan Livera Podcast, and advisor at Bold Bitcoin. We explore his journey of escaping the lockdowns in Australia to build a new life in Dubai, and how his libertarian values and understanding of Bitcoin economics shaped that decision. Stephan also shares his thoughts on cy…
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Mandrik - Pain, Purpose and Proof of Work
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1:44:28In this episode, I chat with Mandrik, a legendary Bitcoin OG who’s been around since 2011. He shares deep honest reflections on proof of work, health and hardship. We talk about what it was like working customer support during Mt. Gox, the emotional impact of long bear markets, and why kindness, consistency, and situational awareness matter. ––– Of…
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93: John Ely ON: The Explosive Synergy Between AI and Bitcoin Explained
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42:47What happens when AI agents get paid in Bitcoin? In this episode, I sit down with John Ely, our Chief Innovation Officer at Block Rewards, for his second appearance on the podcast. John is a technologist with a sharp eye for where Bitcoin, AI, and the future of work intersect. We get into the explosion of AI agents and what it means to embed reason…
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Jesse Meyers - This Is A Species Defining Moment
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1:09:04In this episode, I chat with Jesse Myers, a Bitcoin strategy advisor and the author of the essay Once-in-a-Species. He shares deep excitement for Bitcoin treasury companies and how they might be the gateway for TradFi capital to enter Bitcoin at scale. We also dive deep into the evolutionary roots of money and how the innate human drive for scarcit…
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92: Jordi Llonch ON: Why Geographic Freedom Isn’t Enough—You Need Bitcoin
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43:01“You thought you were free—until your bank froze your money.” This week on The Block Reward, Scott sits down with Jordi Llonch, a former airline pilot turned Bitcoin advocate and digital freedom strategist. Jordi’s not just talking tech—he’s living the life of a global citizen, traveling the world as a true digital nomad and helping others do the s…
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In this episode of the Bitcoin Matrix Podcast, I chat with Knut Svanholm, a former seafarer turned philosopher and the mind behind the “Bitcoin Infinity” meme. We explore the philosophy of freedom, how Bitcoin changes human interactions, and what it truly means to live without fear in an age of paper Bitcoin and clown world distractions. ––– Offers…
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91: Willy Woo & Yann Allemann ON: What Happens When Bitcoin Becomes the World’s Base Asset?
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1:05:00"Bitcoin isn’t digital gold—it’s something far more powerful." In this episode, Scott is joined by two of the most respected names in on-chain analytics and Bitcoin macro strategy: Willy Woo, legendary data analyst and market commentator, and Yann Alleman, co-founder of Swissblock and architect of institutional-grade Bitcoin strategy. Together, the…
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The Most Honest George Bodine Interview EVER!
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1:09:03In this episode, I chat with the most interesting Bitcoiner out there, George Bodine. He opens up about his unshakable Bitcoin conviction, the painful distance it’s caused with his son, and his deep desire to leave behind generational wealth and wisdom. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download…
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90: Hunter Albright ON: The Bitcoin Hack to Build Wealth WITHOUT Paying Taxes
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39:47Why the Ultra-Wealthy Never Sell—and What Bitcoin Has to Do with It This episode features Hunter Albright, systems engineer, AI expert, and traditional finance veteran turned Bitcoin educator and executive at Salt Lending. With decades of experience managing credit portfolios and building financial models, Hunter brings a rare combination of instit…
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How One Family Built a Bitcoin Business From Rock Bottom
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40:06In this episode, I chat with Pablo from Panties for Bitcoin, a family-run business that designs high-quality undergarments. He shares the economic realities of Argentina, the dangers of hyperinflation, and the passion behind creating a slow-fashion Bitcoin brand. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution…
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89: Aleks Svetski ON: The Anti-Algorithm Era Has a Name: Bitcoin + Nostr
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45:57If you want a competitive edge, stop trying to out-AI everyone—and start doing things only humans can. This week on The Block Reward, Scott sits down with returning guest Aleks Svetski—entrepreneur, author of The Bushido of Bitcoin, and the visionary founder behind Satlantis, a decentralized, Nostr-powered travel and social app reshaping how sovere…
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Eric Balchunas: The Next Phase of Bitcoin Has Already Begun
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1:29:52In this episode, I chat with Eric Balchunas, senior ETF analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence and author of The Bogle Effect. We dive into the life and legacy of Jack Bogle, the founder of Vanguard, and explore the evolution of Bitcoin ETFs. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at th…
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88: Suman Kumar ON: How Bitcoin Gave Me Back My Sovereignty
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32:52I didn’t lose faith in crypto—I lost faith in lies. This week on The Block Reward, Scott sits down with author and sociologist Suman Kumar, whose new book Reclaiming Sovereignty explores the gritty personal journey from crypto disillusionment to Bitcoin conviction. With no background in finance or tech, Suman brings a rare lens: one rooted in globa…
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The Truman Show is Real: Escaping Legal Slavery with Bitcoin // Spiritual Warriors Gang
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1:50:41In this episode, I chat with Paul Tarantino and John Burnett—two of the most dynamic Bitcoiners I know—about the hidden frameworks of power and consent that shape our world. If you’re ready to step outside The Truman Show and see the matrix for what it really is, you won’t want to miss this mind-expanding conversation. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Ge…
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87: James Lavish ON: Tariffs, Treasuries, and the Bitcoin Wild Card
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51:10The Fed Wants to Be a Hedge Fund—Here’s What That Means for Bitcoin James Lavish—managing partner of the Bitcoin Opportunity Fund and author of The Informationist—returns for a sharp, high-stakes conversation about markets, monetary policy, and the future of Bitcoin. With a background in hedge funds and Wall Street, James brings deep insight into h…
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Richard Byworth - Bitcoin Is Taking Over the System
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45:08In this episode of the Bitcoin Matrix Podcast, I chat with Richard Byworth, a seasoned investment banker turned Bitcoin maximalist, live from the Bitcoin Conference in Las Vegas. We explore the mechanics and evolution of convertible bonds, Bitcoin treasury strategies, and why institutional players are waking up to Bitcoin’s potential. ––– Offers & …
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86: Leon Wankum ON: Real Estate vs Bitcoin: The Investment Showdown
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40:57Bitcoin is replacing real estate—and it’s happening faster than you think. In this episode, Leon Wankum, financial economist and real estate developer breaks down why Bitcoin is rapidly outcompeting real estate as a store of value, investment vehicle, and source of cashflow. With over 15 years in real estate and a background in financial economics,…
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Bob Burnett: Core Devs vs. Miners - Who Controls Bitcoin’s Future?
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1:38:39In this episode, I sit down with Bob Burnett, the founder and CEO of Barefoot Mining. We dive into the psychological and structural challenges facing Bitcoin today, from developer-community disconnects to the risks of cultural stagnation and the need for evolved governance. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– ⭐ Get 10% OFF Blockhunters — the ultimate Bitcoi…
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Adam Meister: He Bought in 2013 and Never Sold: The Life of a Bitcoin OG
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1:33:43In this episode, I sit down with Adam Meister, a Bitcoin OG, and a relentless promoter of strong hands and long-term thinking. Adam first bought Bitcoin in 2013, has never sold a coin, and lives by the ethos that “deferral of gratification” is the true path to freedom. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– ⭐ Get 10% OFF Blockhunters — the ultimate Bitcoin boa…
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85: Roger and Seb ON: Inside the World of Bitcoin Authors
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56:14You won’t change the system by shouting at it—try writing a book instead. What happens when two Bitcoiners become authors—and decide to peel back the curtain on the writing, publishing, and marketing grind behind their books? In this refreshingly honest and unexpectedly hilarious episode, Roger Wang (Senior Marketing Director at Block Rewards and a…
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Tad Smith - Why This Billion-Dollar CEO Went ALL-IN on Bitcoin
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1:47:39In this episode of the Bitcoin Matrix Podcast, I chat with Tad Smith, the former CEO of Sotheby’s and Madison Square Garden, and the current CEO of Durable Money. We also dig deep into investing, valuation frameworks, AI, tariffs, and the future of American labor. Meet the man who’s led billion-dollar companies and still chose to go down the Bitcoi…
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84: Peruvian Bull ON: Bitcoin Solves the Triffin Dilemma, Dollar Milkshake, and Cantillon Effects
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51:12Peruvian Bull is a macro analyst, author of Dollar End Game, and creator focused on the long-term consequences of fiat monetary policy and Bitcoin's role in the global economy. In this episode, you're going to learn how the U.S. dollar became the dominant global reserve currency and why that system is now under strain, what the Triffin dilemma is a…
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Preston Pysh: Bitcoin’s Global Takeover - The Warning Everyone Missed
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1:00:05In this episode of the Bitcoin Matrix, I chat with Preston Pysh who brings clarity as we explore the unraveling of the petrodollar system and the seismic shift toward a Bitcoin-centric financial future. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– 🚨 SCAN THE QR CODE on the screen to enter our contest and get a chance to win a Blockhunters board game! 🚨 ⭐ Get 10% OFF…
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In this episode, I sit down with Matthew Lysiak, a nationally recognized investigative journalist and author of Fiat Food: Why Inflation Destroyed Our Health and How Bitcoin Fixes It. Together, we unpack how inflation has silently undermined our health. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– 🚨 SCAN THE QR CODE on the screen to enter our contest and get a chanc…
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83: Seb Bunney ON: How Bitcoin Can Heal the Damage Fiat Created
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52:36Scott and Seb Bunny are long-time friends and thinkers in the Bitcoin space who focus on the philosophical, societal, and spiritual implications of sound money. In this episode, you're going to learn how fiat money distorts our perception of time and value, why Bitcoin could be the antidote to rising anxiety and survival-driven living, how inflatio…
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Uncle Rockstar Developer - Do You Own Real Bitcoin?
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1:45:25In this episode, I chat with Rockstar Dev, a legendary shadowy super coder, core contributor, and cypherpunk. We explore what Lightning and eCash mean for Bitcoin’s future, what it’s like to live a masked identity, and how to build better systems that empower individuals. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– 🚨 SCAN THE QR CODE on the screen to enter our cont…
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The Fourth Turning Panel: Prepare Now with American Hodl, Lawrence Lepard, Professor David B. Collum, and Brandon Quittem
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1:48:48In this episode , I chat with Brandon Quittem, Lawrence Lepard, Dave Collum, and American HODL in an all-star fourth turning roundtable. We dive deep into generational cycles, societal shifts, economic collapses, and what the peak of this fourth turning might look like. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– ⭐ Get 10% OFF Blockhunters — the ultimate Bitcoin bo…
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82: How Scott Left Traditional Finance to Build A Future with Bitcoin
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48:10In this episode, Scott sits in the guest seat. You’re going to learn how he went from mocking Bitcoin to building a company around it, what employers need to know if they want to offer Bitcoin to their staff, why money is designed to lose value over time—and how that affects every employee’s future, what a Bitcoin savings plan looks like today and …
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Peruvian Bull: Bitcoin Is Taking Over The World
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1:18:33In this episode, I chat with Peruvian Bull, a well-known Bitcoin researcher and educator. We also unpack the central bank manipulation, the coming currency wars, and why Bitcoin might be the only way out. If you’re looking to understand what the next phase of the dollar endgame might look like, this episode is for you. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– 🚨 …
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81: Paul Rogers ON: The Spiritual Mechanics of Bitcoin
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45:53Paul Rogers is a financial planner turned author who wrote Money, Love, and Bitcoin, a book exploring the spiritual and societal implications of sound money. In this episode, you’re going to learn how inflation silently robs regular people of their ability to save, why Paul believes most people don’t actually want to invest—they just want to be sec…
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American Hodl - More Bullish Than Ever
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1:24:51In this episode, I chat with American HODL, a legendary voice in the Bitcoin space. He opens up about how Bitcoin helped secure his family’s financial future, and why most of us underestimate the radical transformation $100 million Bitcoin will bring. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– ⭐ Get 10% OFF Blockhunters — the ultimate Bitcoin board game. Visit htt…
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