Let's explore Bitcoin, the future of money and the social, cultural, economical and philosophical implications of this new technology. Hosted by Cedric Youngelman.

In this episode, I’m joined by Scott Dedels, founder of Block Rewards and author of the Dao of Bitcoin, for a conversation that will challenge the way you think about money, time, and energy. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at <a class="c-link" href="http://river.com/Matrix" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer" data-stringify-link="http://river.com/Matrix" data-sk="tooltip_parent">river.com/Matrix</a> Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at <a class="c-link" href= "http://theya.us/cedric" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-stringify-link="http://theya.us/cedric" data-sk= "tooltip_parent">theya.us/cedric</a> The best Team Bitcoin merch is at <a class="c-link" href= "http://hodlersofficial.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer" data-stringify-link= "http://HodlersOfficial.com" data-sk= "tooltip_parent">HodlersOfficial.com</a>. Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Become a sponsor of the show: <a href= "https://thebitcoinmatrix.com/sponsors/">https://thebitcoinmatrix.com/sponsors/</a> ––– Get To Know Today’s Guest––– Follow  on X: <a href= "https://x.com/LanternBitcoin">https://x.com/LanternBitcoin</a> Buy The Dao of Bitcoin: <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXPJ28GV">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXPJ28GV</a> Scott’s company: <a href= "https://blockrewards.ca">https://blockrewards.ca</a> ––– Socials ––– Check out our new website at <a href= "https://TheBitcoinMatrix.Com">https://TheBitcoinMatrix.Com</a> Follow Cedric Youngelman on X: <a href= "https://x.com/cedyoungelman">https://x.com/cedyoungelman</a> Follow The Bitcoin Matrix Podcast on X: <a href= "https://x.com/_bitcoinmatrix">https://x.com/_bitcoinmatrix</a> ––– Chapters ––– 00:00 - Intro 01:15 – The Inspiration Behind The Dao of Bitcoin 04:15 – Understanding Daoism 06:17 – The Creature: What Is It and What Does It Represent? 12:57 – Paradoxical Unity & Duality 16:19 – The Meaning of Wu Wei: 20:35 – Non-Intervention: The Art of Letting Things Flow 25:15 – Bitcoin as a Force of Nature 31:36 – Embracing Impermanence 33:10 – Bitcoin, Time, and Energy 48:30 – Bitcoin’s Gravity 56:28 – Humility & Compassion: What Bitcoin and Dao Teach Us 1:04:00 – Reversionism 1:14:30 – Oneness & Harmony: The Ultimate Lesson of the Da 1:17:17 – Returning to the Source 1:21:37 – Scott’s Bitcoin Rabbit Hole Journey 1:24:19 – How Daoism Transformed Scott’s Perspective 1:28:20 – Final Reflections: Bringing It All TogetherI want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Thank you for listening!

The Bitcoin Matrix

The Dao of Bitcoin: Understanding Money, Time & Energy with Scott Dedels

In this episode, I welcome Dave Collum back to the Bitcoin Matrix for his sixth appearance to break down the deep state, market manipulation, and the unraveling of America. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at river.com/Matrix Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at theya.us/cedric The best Team Bitcoin merch is at HodlersOfficial.com. Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Become a sponsor of the show: <a href= "https://thebitcoinmatrix.com/sponsors/">https://thebitcoinmatrix.com/sponsors/</a> ––– Socials ––– Check out our new website at <a href= "https://TheBitcoinMatrix.Com">https://TheBitcoinMatrix.Com</a> Follow on X: <a href= "https://x.com/DavidBCollum">https://x.com/DavidBCollum</a> Follow Cedric Youngelman on X: <a href= "https://x.com/cedyoungelman">https://x.com/cedyoungelman</a> Follow The Bitcoin Matrix Podcast on X: <a href= "https://x.com/_bitcoinmatrix">https://x.com/_bitcoinmatrix</a> ––– Chapters ––– 00:00 - Intro 01:15 - Investment & Market Volatility 03:30 - Historical Market Trends 08:05 - Wall Street & Bitcoin 10:50 - Michael Saylor & Leverage 13:35 - Bitcoin vs. TradFi 19:05 - Government Policies 24:35 - Politics & Markets 27:35 - Deep State & Finance  36:50 - Banking & Global Conflicts 43:20 - Bitcoin & Energy Debate 51:35 - CBDCs & Financial Freedom 1:02:35 - Bitcoin Risks & Opportunities 1:05:20 - Bitcoin & Global Finance 1:08:05 - Financial Surveillance 1:13:35 - Politics & Finance 1:19:05 - Power Struggles in Finance 1:24:35 - Bitcoin vs. Gold 1:27:20 - Bitcoin Philosophy 1:38:20 - Future of Bitcoin Transactions 1:41:05 - Government Response to Bitcoin 1:43:50 - Bitcoin Tech Advances 1:52:05 - Lessons from Bitcoin Cycles 1:57:35 - Bitcoin & Financial Crises 2:00:20 - Wall Street vs. Bitcoin 2:03:05 - Institutional Manipulation 2:05:50 - Bitcoin’s Narrative Shift 2:08:35 - Financial Independence 2:11:20 - Final Thoughts I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Thank you for listening!

Dave Collum Exposes It All: The Truth No One Will Tell You

In this episode, Cedric sits down with British Hodl, a former gold and real estate investor turned Bitcoin advocate, about his journey into Bitcoin and his mission to help others secure their financial future. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at river.com/Matrix Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at theya.us/cedric The best Team Bitcoin merch is at HodlersOfficial.com. Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Become a sponsor of the show: <a href= "https://thebitcoinmatrix.com/sponsors/">https://thebitcoinmatrix.com/sponsors/</a> ––– Socials ––– Check out our new website at <a href= "https://TheBitcoinMatrix.Com">https://TheBitcoinMatrix.Com</a> Follow on X: <a href= "https://x.com/BritishHodl">https://x.com/BritishHodl</a> Follow Cedric Youngelman on X: <a href= "https://x.com/cedyoungelman">https://x.com/cedyoungelman</a> Follow The Bitcoin Matrix Podcast on X: https://x.com/_bitcoinmatrix ––– Chapters ––– 00:00 - Intro 01:24 - The Mission to Get to One Bitcoin 07:52 - Failing Traditional Savings 11:03 - Today’s Good Investor 12:43 - Trump & Bitcoin 15:11 - BlackRock & Bitcoin 17:38 - Bitcoin as Collateral 18:32 - Strategic Bitcoin Reserves 21:01 - MicroStrategy & Bitcoin 24:35 - Valuing Bitcoin 29:05 - Are Cycles Over? 32:11 - Spending vs. Selling 39:51 - El Salvador & Bitcoin 52:02 - Bitcoin’s Mission 56:15 - British Hodl’s Role 1:02:45 - Future of British Hodl I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing.  Thank you for listening!

British Hodl - Why $900 Trillion of Global Wealth Will Be Coming Into Bitcoin

In this episode, Cedric sits down with wealth management expert Andy Edstrom to discuss Bitcoin’s market cycles, the challenges of holding during bull runs, and the evolving dynamics of property rights in a decentralized world. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at river.com/Matrix Theya is the world’s simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at theya.us/cedric The best Team Bitcoin merch is at HodlersOfficial.com. Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Become a sponsor of the show: <a href= "https://thebitcoinmatrix.com/sponsors/">https://thebitcoinmatrix.com/sponsors/</a> ––– Socials ––– Check out our new website at <a href= "https://TheBitcoinMatrix.Com">https://TheBitcoinMatrix.Com</a> Follow on X: <a href= "https://x.com/edstromandrew">https://x.com/edstromandrew</a> Follow Cedric Youngelman on X: <a href= "https://x.com/cedyoungelman">https://x.com/cedyoungelman</a> Follow The Bitcoin Matrix Podcast on X: <a href= "https://x.com/_bitcoinmatrix">https://x.com/_bitcoinmatrix</a> ––– Chapters ––– 00:00 - Intro 01:29 - Andy’s Background 03:59 - Reflections on Past Episodes 04:59 - LA Fires and Resilience 09:29 - Private vs. Public Solutions 14:29 - Emotional Impact of Disasters 18:29 - Property Rights and Bitcoin 22:29 - Ownership Durability Explained 25:29 - Bitcoin Market Cycles 29:29 - Bitcoin’s Long-Term Price Potential 32:59 - Holding Bitcoin Through Bear Markets 36:29 - Selling vs. Borrowing Bitcoin 42:29 - Real Estate vs. Bitcoin as Investments 46:29 - Bitcoin Price Manipulation 53:29 - Transparency in Bitcoin vs. Stocks 58:29 - Institutional Adoption of Bitcoin 1:03:29 - ETFs and Wealth Managers’ Role 1:09:29 - Closing Thoughts on Bitcoin’s Future 01:09:25 - Bitcoin and Programmability 01:11:08 - Closing Thoughts I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Thank you for listening!

Cedric Youngelman

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