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The HODLing Room

TC & Mike

The Hodling Room Podcast explores the ideas shaping Bitcoin through the lens of influential literature. Join Mike and TC as they turn pages in the Bitcoin revolution, diving deep into the history, philosophy, and future of sound money.

22 episodes
Digital Money - The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 8.1
22November 14, 2025 5:15am

Digital Money - The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 8.1

The conversation delves into the foundational principles of Bitcoin as envisioned by Satoshi Nakamoto, emphasizing its role as a peer-to-peer electronic cash system that eliminates the need for trust in third parties...

Bitcoin: A Solution to Financial Instability - The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 7.4
21November 03, 2025 10:42am

Bitcoin: A Solution to Financial Instability - The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 7.4

In this episode Mike & TC discuss the concept of sound money, the impact of central bank policies, and the role of Bitcoin as a potential solution to economic instability. The conversation also touches on the influenc...

Unsound Money & Perpetual War - The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 7.3
20October 21, 2025 3:55am

Unsound Money & Perpetual War - The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 7.3

This conversation delves into the complexities of money, ownership, and government control, exploring themes such as the illusion of ownership in precious metals, the implications of unsound money on war and peace, th...

Should Government Manage The Money Supply? The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 7.2
19October 17, 2025 10:40am

Should Government Manage The Money Supply? The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 7.2

In this episode, TC and Mike discuss the upcoming presentation on Bitcoin aimed at farmers. The discussion also touches on the concept of living on a Bitcoin standard, the impact of sound money on individual freedom,...

Sound Money and Individual Freedom - The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 7.1
18October 14, 2025 9:26am

Sound Money and Individual Freedom - The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 7.1

In this episode of the HODLing Room podcast, hosts TC and Mike delve into various aspects of Bitcoin, including its historical context, market cycles, and the importance of decentralised finance. They discuss the sign...

Economic Cycles - The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 6.4
17October 06, 2025 11:40am

Economic Cycles - The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 6.4

In this episode, Mike & TC delve into the intricacies of cryptocurrency, focusing on the privacy features of Monero compared to Bitcoin. They discuss the unique value proposition of Bitcoin, the role of central banks...

Business Cycles and Financial Crises - The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 6.3
15October 02, 2025 12:30pm

Business Cycles and Financial Crises - The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 6.3

In episode 15, Mike and TC explore various aspects of Bitcoin, including the divisiveness within the community, the technicalities of nodes and mempool, the viability of home mining, and the potential future of Bitcoi...

Discussing Bitcoin with Mike & TC
16September 30, 2025 10:19am

Discussing Bitcoin with Mike & TC

In this episode, TC and Mike delve into the multifaceted world of Bitcoin, exploring its implications for off-grid living, the importance of freedom and privacy tech, and the evolving landscape of taxation and regulat...

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 6.2 - Capital Market Socialism
14September 28, 2025 7:31am

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 6.2 - Capital Market Socialism

TC and Mike delve into various economic theories, the role of central banks, and the implications of interest rates on capital markets. They discuss the misconceptions surrounding socialism and capitalism, the importa...

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 6.1 - Capitalism's Information System
13September 24, 2025 5:42am

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 6.1 - Capitalism's Information System

In Episode 13, Mike and TC explore Bitcoin’s impact on consumer behaviour, savings, and the wider economy. They cover the psychology of spending, the value of dollar cost averaging, and the future of mining and nodes....

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 5.5 - Innovation and Art
12September 23, 2025 11:00am

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 5.5 - Innovation and Art

Episode 12 explores the evolution of gaming culture, the impact of microtransactions, and the complexities of Bitcoin and NFTs. The hosts discuss the divide within the Bitcoin community regarding technical approaches...

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 5.4 - Saving & Capital Accumulation
11September 22, 2025 10:10am

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 5.4 - Saving & Capital Accumulation

In this episode of The HODLing Room, TC and Mike delve into the complexities of Bitcoin, blockchain technology, and the implications of unsound money on saving and investment. They discuss the challenges posed by spam...

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 5.3 - Money & Time Preference
10September 21, 2025 9:50am

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 5.3 - Money & Time Preference

In this episode of The HODLing Room, TC and Mike delve into the intricacies of Bitcoin, discussing the importance of running a Bitcoin node, the value of gold versus fiat currency, and the implications of losing objec...

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 5.2 - Inflation
9September 20, 2025 9:50am

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 5.2 - Inflation

In this conversation, Mike & TC delve into various aspects of Bitcoin, including the story of a lost Bitcoin fortune, the controversies surrounding Bitcoin Cash, and the implications of UTXOs. They discuss the future...

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 5.1 - Sound Money
8September 19, 2025 9:30am

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 5.1 - Sound Money

In this episode, Mike & TC explore the journey of transitioning to a Bitcoin standard, discussing the challenges of tracking Bitcoin progress, the implications of tax on spending, and the importance of sound money. Th...

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 4.3 - Bretton Woods
7September 18, 2025 9:00am

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 4.3 - Bretton Woods

In this episode, Mike & TC discuss various topics related to Bitcoin, including a car boot sale where TC accepted Bitcoin payments, experiences in real estate investment, and the implications of economic theories from...

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 4.2 - The Federal Reserve
6September 17, 2025 9:00am

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 4.2 - The Federal Reserve

This conversation delves into the implications of a recent 51% attack on Monero, the layered architecture of Bitcoin, and the challenges of understanding Bitcoin's volatility and adoption. The discussion also covers t...

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 4.1 - WWI & Monetary Policy
5September 16, 2025 1:40pm

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 4.1 - WWI & Monetary Policy

In this episode, Mike & TC delve into the dynamics of Bitcoin and its market implications, particularly focusing on MicroStrategy's unique strategy of holding Bitcoin as a corporate asset. They discuss the historical...

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 3.2 - Bitcoin and Government Money
4September 15, 2025 2:30pm

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 3.2 - Bitcoin and Government Money

In this episode, Mike & TC discuss the importance of sound money, the historical context of the gold standard, and the implications of government control over currency. They explore how technological advancements have...

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 3.1 - The Gold Standard
3September 14, 2025 6:55am

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 3.1 - The Gold Standard

In this episode, TC and Mike delve into Chapter 3 of Saifedean Ammous's 'The Bitcoin Standard', exploring the evolution of monetary metals, the flaws of the gold standard, and the implications of currency debasement t...

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 2 - The Future of Money
2September 14, 2025 6:33am

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 2 - The Future of Money

In this episode of the world's greatest Bitcoin Book Club, TC and Mike delve into Chapter Two of Saifedean Ammous's 'The Bitcoin Standard', discussing the historical context of money, particularly focusing on the Rai...

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 1 - Understanding Money
1September 14, 2025 6:28am

The Bitcoin Standard, Chapter 1 - Understanding Money

In this episode of the Hodling Room Podcast, hosts TC and Mike introduce their new venture, focusing on exploring Bitcoin literature, starting with Saifedean Ammous's 'The Bitcoin Standard.' They discuss the revolutio...