Brandon and Kate bring Halloween energy to the Bitcoin world — celebrating the official launch of dual stacking, breaking down Bitcoin’s latest market movements, and exploring how Cashjr’s Bitcoin strategy upgrade is reshaping yield opportunities across the ecosystem.

• 🎃 Halloween vibes and Bitcoin milestones
• ⚡ Dual stacking officially launches — what it means for sBTC and STX holders
• 🪙 Cashjr’s Bitcoin yield strategy and how it fits the BTCFi landscape
• 📈 Bitcoin market sentiment and October performance recap
• 🧱 Stacks ecosystem reactions to dual stacking going live
• 🗣️ Community excitement, feedback, and early participation data

• 00:00 — Halloween intro and Bitcoin chat
• 02:30 — Dual stacking goes live
• 07:00 — What dual stacking unlocks for users
• 10:30 — Cashjr’s Bitcoin yield strategy explained
• 15:00 — Market overview and price action
• 19:00 — Stacks ecosystem reactions
• 23:00 — Community participation insights
• 27:00 — Wrap-up and final thoughts

Good For Bitcoin is hosted by Brandon Marshall (@marshallmixing) and Kate Parkman (@katemparkman).

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Brandon and Kate unpack a whirlwind week in crypto — from headlines about a potential Trump pardon for CZ, to whale flows rotating into BlackRock’s iBIT spot Bitcoin ETF, to the biggest takeaways from a16z’s latest State of Crypto report — and what all of it means for builders on Bitcoin and Stacks.

• 🎯 Rumors and realities around a Trump pardon for CZ (Changpeng Zhao)
• 🐋 Bitcoin whales moving funds into BlackRock’s iBIT ETF and what the flows signal
• 📊 a16z “State of Crypto” report: adoption curves, dev metrics, and infra trends
• 🏗️ Implications for Bitcoin L2s, sBTC, and the BTCFi stack
• 🧭 Market structure: liquidity, fees, and path-to-retail narratives
• 🧱 Stacks ecosystem context and how dual stacking fits this macro

• 00:00 — Intro and quick hits
• 01:30 — Trump/CZ: pardon chatter, legal context, market reaction
• 06:00 — What matters vs. what’s noise
• 09:30 — Whale rotations into iBIT: ETF flows, on-chain cues
• 14:30 — Reading ETF data: liquidity, spreads, and inflows
• 18:30 — a16z State of Crypto: key charts and signals
• 23:30 — Takeaways for Stacks, sBTC, and BTC L2 builders
• 27:30 — Closing thoughts and community notes

Good For Bitcoin is hosted by Brandon Marshall (@marshallmixing) and Kate Parkman (@katemparkman).

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Brandon and Kate kick off this week’s Good For Bitcoin with fresh energy — experimenting with new livestream platforms, diving into Square’s bold Bitcoin integration, the evolution of dual stacking, and the U.S. government’s surprising move to seize $1.5 billion in BTC.

• 🎥 Launching live on YouTube — Good For Bitcoin officially streaming
• 🪙 Creating a “Good For Bitcoin” token on Pump.fun for fun and experimentation
• 💼 Square (Block) doubles down on Bitcoin with new payments and CFI initiatives
• ⚡ Dual stacking explained — earning Bitcoin and STX yields simultaneously
• 🏦 U.S. government seizes over $1.5B in Bitcoin tied to past cases
• 📈 Broader Bitcoin market sentiment and on-chain movement
• 🧱 sBTC, Stacks, and the growing Bitcoin-layer-2 ecosystem
• 🗣️ Community participation and education around Bitcoin-native apps

• 00:00 — Intro & new livestream setup
• 02:00 — Good For Bitcoin token on Pump.fun
• 04:30 — Square expands Bitcoin integration
• 09:00 — What is dual stacking? Earning BTC + STX
• 14:00 — U.S. seizes $1.5B in Bitcoin
• 18:00 — Market sentiment and Bitcoin price discussion
• 21:00 — The role of sBTC and Bitcoin L2s
• 25:30 — Closing thoughts and community updates

Good For Bitcoin is hosted by Brandon Marshall (@marshallmixing) and Kate Parkman (@katemparkman).

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In this episode of Good for Bitcoin, hosts Brandon and Kate discuss their transition to independence, their new roles with Stacks Labs, and the importance of authentic storytelling in crypto marketing. They cover significant news in the Bitcoin ecosystem, including public companies' Bitcoin holdings, Tether's treasury expansion, and the implications of the US Treasury's guidance on unrealized gains. The conversation also touches on the UK's largest Bitcoin seizure and the resurgence of Zcash as a privacy-focused cryptocurrency.

Takeaways

• The show goes independent
• Brandon and Kate are excited to explore more stories in the Bitcoin ecosystem.
• Authentic storytelling is crucial in crypto marketing.
• Public companies are increasing their Bitcoin holdings significantly.
• Tether's treasury now includes 8,888 BTC, reflecting their strategy on hard assets.
• The UK has seized a significant amount of Bitcoin linked to a Ponzi scheme.
• Zcash is gaining attention as a privacy-focused alternative to Bitcoin.
• The importance of community engagement in growing the Bitcoin ecosystem.
• The hosts express gratitude to Trust Machines for their support during the transition.
• There's a renewed energy in the Bitcoin community with upcoming developments.

In this episode of Good for Bitcoin, Brandon and Kate are joined by Charlie, a Bitcoin mining expert, to discuss the ongoing drama surrounding Luke Dashjr, Ocean Mining, and the implications of arbitrary data on the Bitcoin network. The conversation delves into the centralization of mining, the controversies surrounding ordinals, and the potential future of Bitcoin amidst debates on censorship and hard forks. Charlie provides insights into the technical aspects of Bitcoin, the challenges faced by developers, and the importance of community engagement in shaping the future of the network.

Takeaways

• Charlie is a Bitcoin mining expert and co-founder of BlockSpace Media.
• Luke Dashjr has a long history in Bitcoin development and has been a controversial figure.
• Ocean Mining was created to address centralization in Bitcoin mining pools.
• The debate over arbitrary data on Bitcoin is ongoing and complex.
• Censorship and filtering of data on Bitcoin is a contentious issue.
• The future of Bitcoin may involve hard forks and changes in community dynamics.
• Understanding the difference between mining software and node software is crucial.
• The Bitcoin community needs better communication and engagement.
• The importance of user adoption in resolving Bitcoin's challenges.
• Charlie emphasizes the need for experimentation and innovation in the Bitcoin space.

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In this episode of Good for Bitcoin, hosts Brandon and Kate discuss various topics surrounding Bitcoin, including the latest developments in meme coins and significant acquisitions in the Bitcoin space. They also delve into Vitalik's article on low-risk DeFi, emerging Bitcoin layers, and Cloudflare's new payment protocol, wrapping up with reflections on the future of digital finance.

Takeaways

• Meme coins are gaining traction with new token support.
• Acquisitions in the Bitcoin sector are on the rise.
• Vitalik's article highlights the need for low-risk DeFi.
• Bitcoin is seen as the safest asset for investment.
• Emerging layers on Bitcoin are creating new opportunities.
• Cloudflare's payment protocol could revolutionize online transactions.
• The importance of integrating Bitcoin with new technologies.
• The community is eager for more transparency in meme coin metrics.
• The conversation emphasizes the need for responsible innovation in crypto.

In this episode, Brandon and Kate discuss the latest developments in the Bitcoin ecosystem, including the rise of Bitcoin DeFi, the performance of Nakamoto stock, and the implications of recent SEC decisions on crypto ETFs. They also touch on global economic factors such as interest rate cuts and the impact of biometric regulations in Vietnam, highlighting the importance of self-custody in the crypto space.

Takeaways

• Bitcoin DeFi is gaining traction on social media.
• Coinbase has launched a new lending product.
• Nakamoto stock has experienced a significant drop.
• The SEC's approval of new ETF standards could lead to more crypto ETFs.
• Thailand has introduced a 0% capital gains tax on crypto.
• Self-custody is crucial in the current banking landscape.
• Interest rate cuts are affecting global markets.
• The Bitcoin ecosystem is seeing quality of life improvements.
• Nakamoto is competing with other Bitcoin treasury companies.
• Bitcoin finality is a unique property of the Stacks ecosystem.

In this episode of Good for Bitcoin, hosts Brandon Marshall and Kate discuss the latest developments in the Bitcoin ecosystem, including public company investments, technological advancements, and emerging trends in regulation and accessibility. They emphasize the importance of Bitcoin in connecting people and the ongoing innovations that make it more accessible to the general public. The conversation also touches on new stablecoin developments and the future outlook for Bitcoin.

Takeaways

• Bitcoin teaches us to be skeptical of headlines.
• Bitcoin connects people regardless of their beliefs.
• The show has a new website for easier access.
• Exciting updates are coming to the Leather app.
• The Zeali campaign had significant on-chain activity.
• Public companies are increasingly investing in Bitcoin.
• Kyrgyzstan is exploring a state crypto reserve.
• The removal of the SBTC cap opens new opportunities.
• EasyJet is launching an easy Bitcoin app for accessibility.
• A new regulated stablecoin is being introduced by Tether.