The Bitcoin Layer

In this episode, Nik answers questions from Augustine Carrasco, TBL’s own researcher, on U.S. Treasuries, sovereign wealth, and Bitcoin’s role in government reserves. Nik breaks down the Treasury mark...

8 Feb 202547min

In this episode, Nik unpacks one of the most seismic shifts in U.S. economic history—the creation of America’s first sovereign wealth fund. He analyzes what this means for national investment strategy...

5 Feb 202521min

In this episode, Nik Bhatia sits down with TBL’s correspondent in Africa, Noelyne Sumba, for an in-depth look at Bitcoin adoption across Africa, from thriving circular economies to major mining develo...

31 Jan 202527min

In this episode, Nik Bhatia and Eric Wallerstein analyze the complexities of the current US economy, examining key factors shaping market trends, monetary policy, and Bitcoin's evolving role. They bre...

30 Jan 20255min

In this episode, Nik breaks down the latest Fed meeting and Jerome Powell’s statement that banks are free to serve crypto customers—sending Bitcoin higher and fueling a major shift in policy. With the...

30 Jan 202525min

In this episode, Nik sits back down with David Zell, co-founder of the Bitcoin Policy Institute, to discuss the latest developments in Bitcoin’s intersection with U.S. policy and global influence. The...

29 Jan 202534min

In this episode, Nik and Augustine sit down with Ken Sim, the mayor of Vancouver, to discuss his transformation from a Bitcoin skeptic to a passionate advocate. Ken shares his vision for making Vancou...

23 Jan 202537min

In this episode, Nik critiques BlackRock’s recent recommendation of a 2% Bitcoin allocation and explains why this approach undermines the potential of Bitcoin as a transformative asset. He explores tr...

23 Jan 202534min