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FF10: The Fundamentals of Pleb Slop and Purity Testing

NOV 6, 2025

FF10: The Fundamentals of Pleb Slop and Purity Testing

<p>In this solo rip, I unpack why the term “Plebslop” resonated so hard and use it to frame a bigger critique of purity tests in Bitcoin culture. I trace how the pleb meme drifted from useful humility to low-signal tribalism, how post-FTX call‑out dynamics hardened into gatekeeping, and why “protecting plebs” became a trap for engagement farming. From my own journey—years leading in woke circles, failing their ultimate purity tests, and breaking with that world over the vaccine—I argue that the only test that matters here is accountability to your best self and the signal you ship, not your faction, identity, or rhetoric.<br /><br />I lay out a standard for participation that rejects moral grandstanding and embraces ruthless accountability, rising standards, and real work. Bitcoin isn’t a moral credential; it’s concrete that must hold. So ditch the purity tournaments, stop consuming Plebslop, and surround yourself with people who will hold you to your word and help you clear the ever-rising bar. Episode one of “The Fundamentals of Plebslop” is a call to build culture that wins—by eliminating purity tests and choosing signal over slop.<ul><li>'Rock Paper Bitcoin' podcast (host’s show): <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rock-paper-bitcoin/id1686471174" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rock-paper-bitcoin/id1686471174</a></li><li>'The Bugle Weekly' : <a href="https://www.bugle.news/podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.bugle.news/podcast/</a></li></ul></p>

31 MIN

FF9: FUNDAMENTALS OF ODELL DERANGEMENT SYNDROME

SEP 20, 2025

FF9: FUNDAMENTALS OF ODELL DERANGEMENT SYNDROME

<p>In this emergency FoF, I address a mischaracterization sparked by a boost I left for my friends at The Bugle Weekly and their conversation with Matt Odell. I set the record straight: I don’t have “Odell Derangement Syndrome.” My criticism after last year’s Rabbit Hole Recap comedy event in Nashville wasn’t about jokes or stage chops—it was about the aftermath and the culture of fear I witnessed around offering honest feedback about influential people in our space. I explain why power dynamics matter, why OPSEC still isn’t funny, and why the response to an incident often tells you more than the incident itself.<br /><br />I also give Matt his due. His appearance with Rod and Dick was candid and gracious, and I respect what he’s built. I share the additional context I’ve heard from the free Samourai community, acknowledge how OpenSats decisions can shape perceptions, and urge greater awareness of the influence leaders wield. This episode is about accuracy, respect, and clearing the slate so we can move forward honestly.<br /><br /><strong>Rock Paper Bitcoin Episode 44: Opsec Isnt Funny<br /></strong><a href="https://fountain.fm/episode/DMzVENSZI3Q5ONJB5vrX" target="_blank"><strong>https://fountain.fm/episode/DMzVENSZI3Q5ONJB5vrX</strong></a><strong><br /></strong><br /><strong>Bitcoin for Institutions:</strong><br /><strong>Zeuspay: </strong><a href="https://zeuspay.com/btc-for-institutions" target="_blank"><strong>https://zeuspay.com/btc-for-institutions</strong></a><strong><br /><br />Fundamentals on Nostr:   npub12eml5kmtrjmdt0h8shgg32gye5yqsf2jha6a70jrqt82q9d960sspky99g<br />Fundamentals on X: @Fundamentals21m</strong></p>

18 MIN

FF8: Blogread: HODL'ing is a Human Action

OCT 25, 2024

FF8: Blogread: HODL'ing is a Human Action

<p><strong>Summary: </strong>This conversation explores the unique nature of hodling Bitcoin as a distinctly human action, contrasting it with the capabilities of artificial intelligence and the challenges faced by institutions in maintaining Bitcoin holdings. The discussion highlights the limitations of AI in predicting human behavior, the inherent pressures on institutions to sell, and the potential for governments to hold Bitcoin more effectively than companies or pensions. Ultimately, it concludes that hodling Bitcoin may become a defining characteristic of humanity in the digital age.</p><p><strong>Takeaways:</strong></p><ul><li>Hodling Bitcoin is a uniquely human action.</li><li>AI cannot accurately predict human actions.</li><li>Institutions face significant pressure to sell Bitcoin.</li><li>MicroStrategy exemplifies an institution that hodls effectively.</li><li>Governments may have a lower time preference for Bitcoin than companies.</li><li>Pensions are unlikely to hold Bitcoin long-term due to fiduciary pressures.</li><li>Bitcoiners leave less digital footprint for AI to analyze.</li><li>AI's predictive models will struggle with Bitcoiners' behavior.</li><li>The pressure to sell Bitcoin is too great for most institutions.</li><li>Hodling Bitcoin may become a way to prove humanity in the digital world.</li></ul>

34 MIN

FF7: BlogRead: Everybody Has a Price (Even Satoshi)

SEP 17, 2024

FF7: BlogRead: Everybody Has a Price (Even Satoshi)

<p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://risk-fundamentals.ghost.io/everybody-has-a-price/">risk-fundamentals.ghost.io/everybody-has-a-price/</a></p><p><strong>summary</strong>This conversation explores the dynamics of power, reputation, and economic warfare in the context of revolutionary movements and the emergence of Bitcoin. It discusses how historical methods of suppressing dissent have evolved from overt violence to more insidious tactics like reputation smearing and co-optation. The discussion culminates in the introduction of Bitcoin as a means of fostering cooperation and challenging the status quo of fiat currency.</p><p><strong>takeaways</strong></p><ul><li>Everybody has a price, even Satoshi.</li><li>The modern phase of fighting dissent includes reputation smearing.</li><li>Buying off dissent is often more effective than violence.</li><li>The state can easily buy cooperation with fiat money.</li><li>Willful ignorance can be purchased at varying costs.</li><li>Wealthy individuals are often targeted through reputation attacks.</li><li>Bitcoin offers a new form of cooperation against fiat.</li><li>The value of Bitcoin lies in its principles and community.</li><li>Fiat money's influence is diminishing as its value debases.</li><li>Satoshi's introduction of Bitcoin changes the economic landscape.</li></ul>

8 MIN

FF6: Fundamentals of "Bitcoin Company" IPOs (The Fold/Swan dichotomy)

SEP 3, 2024

FF6: Fundamentals of "Bitcoin Company" IPOs (The Fold/Swan dichotomy)

<p><strong>Summary</strong></p><p>This conversation explores the rise and fall of two Bitcoin companies, Swan and Fold. Swan was once highly respected and known for calling out scams in the industry, but their reputation took a hit when their custodian, Prime Trust, went bankrupt. On the other hand, Fold built alternative rails and avoided the Prime Trust issue, leading to their upcoming IPO. The conversation raises the question of whether there is such a thing as a Bitcoin company and highlights the importance of discipline and avoiding blind spots in the industry.</p><p><strong>Takeaways</strong></p><ul><li>Swan and Fold were two Bitcoin companies with similar objectives, but Swan's reputation suffered when their custodian, Prime Trust, went bankrupt.</li><li>Fold built alternative rails and avoided the Prime Trust issue, leading to their upcoming IPO.</li><li>The conversation raises the question of whether there is such a thing as a Bitcoin company.</li><li>Discipline and avoiding blind spots are crucial in the Bitcoin industry.</li></ul><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p><strong>00:00 </strong>Introduction and Background</p><p><strong>02:24 </strong>The Rise and Fall of Swan and Fold</p><p><strong>07:05 </strong>Swan's Unfortunate Sponsorship</p><p><strong>10:47</strong>The Bankruptcy of Prime Trust</p><p><strong>14:20 </strong>Swan's Layoffs and Fold's IPO</p><p><strong>19:08 </strong>Swan's Humility and Fold's Watchlist</p>

20 MIN