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Bitcoin Art Podcast
Hosted by Bitcoin Art Magazine · ENGLISH
The world's first Bitcoin Art Magazine. An independent art and culture publication focused on Bitcoin. Featuring the world’s leading Bitcoin Artists. Order your copy today at https://bitcoinartmagazine.com
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Martin Lukas Ostachowski, Modeotec & TC on Visualizing Bitcoin Through Hardware, Time & Clouds | The Movement of Art w/ Yonat Vaks Ep. 6
3w ago01:36:21Tap to summarizeThis episode brings together three distinct voices shaping how Bitcoin is seen and understood: Modeotec, the PCB artist who turns circuit boards into striking visual statements about the physical foundations of the network; TC, the creator of the Timechain Calendar, who transforms live blockchain data into an evolving, time-based interface; and Martin Lukas Ostachowski, the cloud artist who uses generative forms to express Bitcoin’s intangible, decentralized nature. Each shares how they translate complex technical concepts such as seed phrases, mining hardware, and issuance cycles into visual experiences that make Bitcoin more accessible, intuitive, and even emotional.Through their conversation, a deeper theme emerges: Bitcoin as both a technological system and a cultural force. Modeotec highlights the hidden beauty of hardware, TC focuses on awareness and the lived experience of “block time,” and MLO explores symbolism and meaning through layered, poetic imagery. Together, they show how art can bridge the gap between abstract protocol and human understanding. The episode ends with a forward-looking reflection on legacy, asking how future generations might interpret these works as artifacts from a transformative era, when early adopters not only built and used Bitcoin, but also gave it visual and cultural form.Guests: TC https://timechaincalendar.com | Martin Lukas Ostachowski https://mlo.art/artwork | Modeotec https://x.com/ModeotecArt | Host: Yonat Vak https://www.yonatvaks.com | Producer: Bitcoin Art Magazine https://bitcoinartmagazine.com
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FractalEncrypt & Rebel Money on Bitcoin Art & Time | The Movement of Art w/ Yonat Vaks Ep. 5
Apr 801:07:13Tap to summarizeFractalEncrypt and Rebel Money join Yonat Vaks for a conversation about Bitcoin art, time, process, materials, and meaning. They discuss how their work reflects Bitcoin’s values, how visual art can spark curiosity and conversation, and how themes like symbolism, long term thinking, and cultural memory shape the stories they tell through their work. Guests: FractalEncrypt https://timechainartifacts.com | Rebel Money https://www.rebelmoney.art | Host: Yonat Vaks https://yonatvaks.com | Producer: Bitcoin Art Magazine https://bitcoinartmagazine.com
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Marcus Connor & The Bitcoin Roller Coaster Guy | Bitcoin Art Podcast w/ Asanoha Ep. 6
Mar 2701:02:11Tap to summarizeAsanoha sits down with Marcus Connor, Genesis Edition artist, and the genius behind the iconic Bitcoin Roller Coaster Guy, one of the most recognizable and enduring symbols in Bitcoin art. What began as a simple animated GIF in 2013 evolved into a timeless meme that perfectly captures the emotional highs and lows of Bitcoin’s price swings, spreading across Twitter, Reddit, and beyond. Marcus shares his journey from creating daily webcomics for nearly a decade to becoming a foundational voice in Bitcoin art. We dive into his creative process, the discipline of making art every single day, and how passion, not profit, led to his most impactful work. From sculptures and murals to immersive installations and collectible prints, Marcus explores how art can communicate freedom, fun, and the deeper philosophy behind Bitcoin. We explore how memes like the Bitcoin Rollercoaster Guy became powerful cultural symbols, the evolution of Bitcoin art, and why creating for the love of it often leads to the most meaningful outcomes. This conversation is a deep look into creativity, consistency, and how one artist helped shape the visual language of an entire movement. Guest: Marcus Connor https://bitcoincoaster.com | Host: Asanoha https://sovereignremnant.com | Bitcoin Art Magazine https://bitcoinartmagazine.com
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Alladin, Asanoha & TheRealBitcoinJesus on Based Trading Cards | The Movement of Art w/ Yonat Vaks Ep. 4
Mar 2101:34:39Tap to summarizeIn Episode 4 of The Movement of Art, Yonat Vaks sits down with Alladin, Asanoha, and TheRealBitcoinJesus to explore the vision behind Based Trading Cards and the role culture plays in Bitcoin’s future. They talk about why Bitcoin needs to be fun, welcoming, and easy to approach if it’s going to reach beyond its current audience. Through trading cards, they are creating a physical way for people to learn about money, scarcity, and value without feeling overwhelmed, turning complex ideas into something engaging and collectible. The conversation delves deeper into how culture spreads, why education works better when it feels like play, and how small, tangible objects can carry big ideas into the real world. From teaching financial fundamentals to reaching people who have never heard of Bitcoin, Based Trading Cards and Bitcoin Art Magazine are tools for strengthening the culture and bringing in new people. Alladin https://basedtradingcards.com | Asanoha https://sovereignremnant.com | TheRealBitcoinJesus https://x.com/Divinetraining1 | Yonat Vaks https://yonatvaks.com | Bitcoin Art Magazine https://bitcoinartmagazine.com
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Marcus Connor, Pepenardo & Rare Scrilla on Memes | The Movement of Art w/ Yonat Vaks Ep. 3
Mar 701:24:15Tap to summarizeIn this episode Yonat Vaks sits down with three exceptional artists to explore the true power of memes in contemporary culture. She is joined by Marcus Connor, the creator of one of Bitcoin’s most recognizable memes, Coaster Guy. The image has become so deeply embedded in Bitcoin culture that many forget it had a creator at all. Marcus is an illustrator, musician, and multidisciplinary creative who brings a distinct sense of magic to everything he touches, including the way he chose to appear for this episode. If you are listening to the audio, the video is well worth watching. Also joining the conversation is Rare Scrilla, a multidisciplinary artist working at the intersection of music, memes, and visual storytelling. A modern-day renaissance man, Scrilla has refined the art of memes into a powerful cultural language that spans mediums and communities. The discussion also features Pepenardo, an extremely talented painter whose meticulous process blends timeless symbols with internet memes. In a space often defined by instant consumption, the depth and care present in every aspect of his work invites viewers to ask deeper questions about the world we are living in today. Together, the four explore how seemingly simple images and gifs may in fact be the most honest art form of our era, carrying myth, prophecy, rebellion, and community through the language of the internet. Marcus Connor https://bitcoincoaster.com | Rare Scrilla https://www.rarescrilla.com | Pepenardo https://x.com/PepenardoStudio | Yonat Vaks https://yonatvaks.com | The Movement of Art is presented by the world's first Bitcoin Art Magazine https://bitcoinartmagazine.com
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Kontext on Writing, Music & the Parallels Between Bitcoin and Stoicism | Bitcoin Art Podcast w/ Asanoha Ep. 5
Mar 601:35:58Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Bitcoin Art Podcast, Asanoha sits down with Kontext to discuss his work as a writer and musician, and the ideas that drive his creative output. They explore the philosophical parallels between Bitcoin and Stoicism, touching on themes of discipline, sovereignty, and personal responsibility. Kontext also reads a piece from his recent essay, Bitcoin from a Stoic Perspective, which you can read in full here: https://satosh.ee/product/bitcoin-from-stoic-perspective-by-kontext | Guest: Kontext https://kontext.ee | Host: Asanoha https://sovereignremnant.com | Producer: Bitcoin Art Magazine https://bitcoinartmagazine.com
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Anik Malcolm on Art School Disillusionment & Finding Purpose in Bitcoin Art | Bitcoin Art Podcast w/ Asanoha Ep. 4
Feb 2601:06:55Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Bitcoin Art Podcast, Asanoha sits down with Anik Malcolm, a conceptual multimedia artist who has made a powerful entrance into the world of Bitcoin imagery with three high-profile exhibitions in his first year alone. Classically trained in London and later based in Reykjavík, Anik shares how his disillusionment with the traditional art establishment led him through music and urban projects before discovering Bitcoin, which gave his work renewed direction and conviction. They discuss his current project The Whole Entire Universe, his childhood, and how his life in the mountains of central Italy shapes the meticulous and purpose-driven nature of his art. Anik Malcolm https://anikmalcolm.com | Asanoha https://sovereignremnant.com | Bitcoin Art Magazine https://bitcoinartmagazine.com
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Ariel Birdie, Flo Montoya, Antonio Batzu & Psyfer on Stories & Myths | The Movement of Art w/ Yonat Vaks Ep. 2
Feb 2101:13:55Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Movement of Art, host Yonat Vaks sits down with Ariel Birdie, Flo Montoya, Antonio Batzu, and Psyfer to explore the intersection of art, mythology, and Bitcoin. Yonat Vaks https://www.yonatvaks.com | Ariel Birdie https://www.arielbird.com | Flo Montoya https://ungovernable.store | Antonio Batzu https://www.antoniobatzu.com | Psyfer https://www.cyphermunkhouse.com | Bitcoin Art Magazine https://bitcoinartmagazine.com
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Yonat Vaks on Her Artistic Journey & the Meaning of Bitcoin Art | Bitcoin Art Podcast w/ Asanoha Ep. 3
Feb 1301:41:06Tap to summarizeAsanoha, founder of Bitcoin Art Magazine, sits down with Yonat Vaks, a talented Bitcoin-inspired artist known for her original oil paintings and mixed media works. Her art masterfully blends mythology, history, and themes of sovereignty, exploring the deeper cultural and philosophical layers of Bitcoin through a timeless visual language. Guest: Yonat Vaks https://yonatvaks.com | Host: Asanoha https://sovereignremnant.com | Bitcoin Art Magazine https://bitcoinartmagazine.com
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Sam Kimbrow & Asanoha on Bitcoin Culture, Norms & Free Thinking | The Movement of Art w/ Yonat Vaks Ep. 1
Feb 801:16:22Tap to summarizeYonat Vaks hosts a round table discussion with Sam Kimbrow (General Manager of Bitcoin auction platform Scarce.city) and Asanoha (Founder of Bitcoin Art Magazine). Together they speak about the meaning of Bitcoin culture. Does it even exist? Are there norms? Habits? Do you pass a socialization process? Bitcoiners like to see themselves as free thinkers – is that in conflict with this? Yonat Vaks https://yonatvaks.com | Sam Kimbrow https://scarce.city | Asanoha https://sovereignremnant.com | Bitcoin Art Magazine https://bitcoinartmagazine.com
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