The Bitcoin Source: A Bitcoin Conversation

The Bitcoin Source

The Bitcoin Source hosted by Dawdu M. Amantanah brings you raw, unfiltered conversations with the pioneers reshaping the Bitcoin landscape. From technocrats and software engineers to entrepreneurs, activists, cypherpunks, media icons, rappers, business leaders, and economists this podcast delves deep, uncovering the diverse voices driving the Bitcoin revolution before the rest of the world takes notice.

  1. 30/12/2025

    UNPACKING THE UNBANKED FILM w/ Lauren Sieckmann

    In this raw conversation, Lauren Sieckmann unpacks the Unbanked documentary. The film unlocks Bitcoin as escape hatch for the billions locked out of banks. Real stories from inflation-crushed economies. The grind of four years filming across continents.

    44 min

  2. 13/11/2025

    FROM SOCCER TO SATOSHIS W/ ALEX CROGNALE

    In this episode of The Bitcoin Source, host Dawdu speaks with Alex Crognale, a professional soccer player and Bitcoin enthusiast. They discuss Alex's journey into Bitcoin, the decision to receive part of his professional soccer salary in Bitcoin, and the long-term benefits of investing in Bitcoin over traditional assets like real estate. Alex shares insights on the importance of education in Bitcoin investment and how he aims to use Bitcoin for philanthropic efforts through his foundation. The conversation emphasizes the potential of Bitcoin as a wealth-building tool and the need to spread awareness about its benefits.

    35 min

  3. 14/09/2025

    CODING THE FUTURE OF BITCOIN FREEDOM w/ Abubakar Nur Khalil

    In this episode, Abubakar Nur Khalil recounts his remarkable journey from self-taught coder in Nigeria to Bitcoin core contributor and Btrust board member. He explores Bitcoin's transformative potential in Africa, navigating regulatory challenges, and the critical need for developer education. Khalil also discusses Recursive Capital’s role in fueling Bitcoin innovation and Bitnob’s success in solving real-world issues, underscoring Bitcoin’s power to foster financial freedom and innovation across the continent.

    42 min

  4. 07/08/2025

    BITCOIN L2 & ZK ROLLUP'S w/ David Seroy

    In this episode of The Bitcoin Source, host Dawdu interviews David Seroy, head of ecosystem at Alpine, discussing the evolution of Bitcoin, the potential of ZK Rollups, and the future of Bitcoin startups. David shares his personal journey into the Bitcoin space, the challenges and opportunities within the Bitcoin ecosystem, and his vision for a radically unopinionated Bitcoin stack that embraces various functionalities without compromising its core principles. The conversation also touches on the cultural shift in the Bitcoin community, the challenges of integrating Bitcoin as legal tender, and the importance of building innovative solutions to enhance Bitcoin's usability.

    38 min

  5. 27/07/2025

    OWNING THE DOMAIN GAME THROUGH BITCOIN w/ Mike Carson

    In this episode of The Bitcoin Source, host Dawdu interviews Mike Carson, a Bitcoin OG and entrepreneur, who shares his journey into the world of Bitcoin, his experiences with early challenges, and his current projects, including Spaces Protocol and the revival of Friendster. The conversation delves into the importance of decentralized naming systems, the pushback from traditional tech companies, and the future of Bitcoin and its applications. Mike emphasizes the value of conviction in the crypto space and the urgent need for self-sovereign online identities.

    27 min

  6. 19/07/2025

    REVOLUTIONIZING PAYMENTS ON THE LIGHTNING NETWORK w/ Bobby Shell

    In this episode, Bobby Shell, Voltage's VP of Marketing, recounts his evolution from a young entrepreneur to a pivotal figure in the Bitcoin and Lightning Network arena. He explores the critical role of marketing within the Bitcoin ecosystem, the significance of stablecoins, and the Lightning Network's future. Shell underscores the importance of clear communication and education to promote Bitcoin as a transformative payment rail for global transactions. He also offers insights on how businesses can harness Bitcoin and Lightning to drive growth and enhance efficiency.

    36 min

  7. 07/07/2025

    QUANTUM IS CRACKING BITCOIN w/ Ian Smith

    In this episode of The Bitcoin Source, host Dawdu chats with Ian Smith, CEO and CTO of Quantum EVM, about how quantum computing could impact blockchain technology. Ian, with his deep tech and cryptography expertise, explains why blockchains need to prepare for potential quantum threats. They discuss practical ways to protect digital assets, the current progress in quantum computing, and what developers should do to keep their projects secure. Ian also shares his thoughts on Bitcoin's security approach and stresses the need to get ready for a quantum future.

    44 min

  8. 10/06/2025

    BITCOIN GYPSY SECRETS w/ Selale Malkocoglu

    In this episode of the Bitcoin Source podcast, Selale Malkocoglu, a Bitcoin educator and digital nomad, shares her journey and insights into Bitcoin’s transformative potential. She explores how Bitcoin empowers personal freedom, her nomadic lifestyle, and her Bitcoin Junior Club initiative to educate youth. Selale also discusses her Bitcoin-inspired wearable designs and critiques big tech’s societal influence. The conversation highlights storytelling’s role in driving Bitcoin adoption, comparing cultural perspectives in Europe and the US, and emphasizes authentic narratives and cinema in spreading Bitcoin’s ethos. She reflects on community-building, her experiences using Bitcoin as a nomad, her writing, and Bitcoin’s future amid innovations like Nostr and challenges like altcoin risks, stressing the need for widespread education to achieve mass adoption.

    48 min
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The Bitcoin Source hosted by Dawdu M. Amantanah brings you raw, unfiltered conversations with the pioneers reshaping the Bitcoin landscape. From technocrats and software engineers to entrepreneurs, activists, cypherpunks, media icons, rappers, business leaders, and economists this podcast delves deep, uncovering the diverse voices driving the Bitcoin revolution before the rest of the world takes notice.

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