Our guest today is Ian Calderon. Ian is a former California State Assembly member and the youngest Majority Leader in state history. During his eight years in office, he focused on strengthening California’s economy and fostering innovation, including helping establish the state’s Blockchain Working Group. After leaving the legislature to focus on family and business, he’s now running for governor of California. *Disclaimer* - The Progressive Bitcoiner Inc. is a 501c3 nonprofit. As such we do not endorse candidates or parties - we lead with our values and mission to promote Bitcoin education, and focus on Bitcoin for social good and adjacent topics relevant to current events today, including the realm of society and politics.

In this conversation, Ian discusses with Trey his journey from a professional surfer to the California State Assembly to a political candidate running for governor of California. He emphasizes the importance of homeownership, affordability, and the need for innovative solutions in government. Calderon advocates for the use of technology, particularly Bitcoin, as a means to provide financial security and improve government services and fiscal responsibility. This conversation focuses on the need for discussions around Bitcoin to move beyond political partisanship, and Ian’s hope that democrats can lead on issues of technology, including Bitcoin.

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Margot and Patrick return after a hiatus, discussing their absence and the evolution of the podcast discussing these topics:Bitcoin's Cultural Shift - A deep dive into the changing narrative of Bitcoin, from a peer-to-peer cash system to a store of value for the wealthy. Stablecoin Legislation - An exploration of the recent stablecoin bill, its implications for private money, and the potential risks of corporate-controlled currencies. Libertarianism vs. Cooperation - A discussion on the balance between individual freedom and societal cooperation, and the potential pitfalls of extreme libertarian views.

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Join us as The Wise Rabbit shares his powerful journey from economics to activism, exploring the urgent need for climate action. In this thought-provoking discussion, we dive deep into the evolving role of Bitcoin in protest culture, the power of performance art in activism, and the importance of community in driving social change. 🌱 Discover the connection between decentralized activism, sustainability, and the Esperanto language as a tool for global cooperation. It's a conversation that blends economic systems, protest movements, and cutting-edge solutions for a better future! 🌎💬

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