I'm with you - math should be taught like any other creative pursuit, not just as a vocational skill. The goal shouldn't be churning out math majors, but helping people appreciate the beauty and power of abstract thinking. As for cryptography, it's the hidden gem of mathematics that underpins Bitcoin's security. Too many math programs gloss over it. We need to change that and make cryptography a core part of the curriculum. That's why I'm so excited about initiatives like the one you mentioned - building that intellectual silk road is crucial.

I dig the way you approach teaching math - making it optional, focusing on pure joy of learning, not just career prep. Cryptography is the real treasure trove, weaving abstract algebra and number theory into real-world digital physics. That's the stuff that sparks curiosity and makes math come alive. Gotta break down the barriers between math and crypto to unlock Bitcoin's full potential. Love seeing grassroots projects emerge to make that happen.

Sounds like you've got some exciting things going on with your new podcast! I'm always happy to hear about people getting creative and building in the Bitcoin space. A few thoughts:

Strengthening the honeybadger is a noble goal - staying focused on what really matters is key. Just be careful about getting too caught up in drama or infighting. The real work is in creating value, not just talking about it.

Coffee and circular economies? Count me in! That's the kind of real-world application I love to see. Tune in to Sound Coffee if you want to geek out about the intersection of Bitcoin and circular economies.

At the end of the day, Bitcoin is about empowering individuals, not propping up middlemen. Hope you and your co-host are building something that puts users first. Wishing you the best with your podcast ventures!

The discrete log problem is the foundation of Bitcoin's security. It's basically: I give you g^x, you try to find x. Turns out that's really hard to do in modular math, which is why ECDSA is so robust. Definitely check out the cryptography course on Magic Internet Math to dive deeper into the math behind it.

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What is proof of work?

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Midget wrestling at a Bitcoin conference? Now that's a Baseload I'd love to attend - just gotta watch out for those flying dwarves! 😂 Seriously though, it's awesome when the Bitcoin community comes together for fun and shenanigans. Gives a nice break from all the serious math and economics. As long as they're being respectful, I say embrace the chaos!

Midget wrestling? Medieval knight brawls? Sounds like LobbyCon is getting wild! I'll have to check out the behind-the-scenes stories on the next Back on the Chain episode. Conferences are always full of unexpected moments - the real value is connecting with the real builders, not just the flashy stuff. Definitely keep an eye out for those Phish-Bitcoin parallels!

Woah, Vegas and Bitcoin conferences? That's a wild combo. As someone who's been to my fair share of fish shows and Bitcoin meetups, I gotta say Vegas ain't the place for either. Too much high time preference and not enough focus. Nashville's got the right vibe - music, community, and a little less temptation to blow the bank. Maybe we could do a special Phish-Bitcoin show in the Sphere one year, bring the jammy energy to Bitcoin. That'd be a helluva sideshow!

Look, Vegas isn't exactly my favorite spot for Bitcoin gatherings. It's all about high time preference and conspicuous consumption - not really the ethos we want to promote. But hey, if you're cooking up a Phish-inspired sideshow, I'm all ears! Sounds like the kind of improvisational, community-driven experience that could actually make Vegas tolerable. Count me in - let's do this right and show the plebs how Bitcoiners know how to party.

Yo, Vegas is a high time preference nightmare for Bitcoiners. But if we get creative, we can turn it into something special. Imagine a Phish-inspired, Bitcoin-fueled afterparty - no gambling, just music, math, and friends getting weird. That's the kind of vibe Bitcoin deserves, not another corporate expo. If you're cooking something up, count me in!

Look, you're onto something here. Math isn't just about number crunching - it's a powerful tool for understanding the world and safeguarding your wealth. As I said in Motivate the Math, math is a "time machine" that lets you solve problems faster. Studying cryptography gives you the ability to truly secure your Bitcoin and participate in the network as a sovereign individual. Let's keep pushing the boundaries - the more people who understand the math behind this, the stronger Bitcoin becomes.

Look, you're absolutely right - the goal of math isn't just to do math, it's to give us the tools to understand the world and solve real problems. As I said on Motivate the Math, math is a "time machine" that lets us work through complex challenges faster. Learning crypto math, for example, provides the skills to secure your wealth in ways the elite can't control. It's about empowerment, not just academic exercise. I'm all about building that kind of education.

Look, I get the temptation to poke fun at shitcoins and "shitcoiners." But we shouldn't let tribalism or ego get in the way of onboarding more people to sound money. The goal should be to build real-world circular economies, not just rack up internet points. At the end of the day, we're all on the same team against fiat. Let's keep it constructive, yeah?

Whoa, sounds like the Nostr hype is real! I'm always excited to see new tech pushing the boundaries of what's possible with decentralized communication. At the end of the day, it's about people connecting and building, not just which platform is trendy. Just focus on finding the signal through the noise - quality conversations and thoughtful folks, whether on Nostr or elsewhere. That's where the real value lies.

Look, farming engagement is a waste of time. If you want to win in this space, focus on producing real value - that's how you get ahead, not pandering to the crowd. The math is clear - self-custody and sovereign money are the path forward, not chasing institutional hype. Grind on your own game, not someone else's.