Discussing systemic problems across Asia and highlighting sustainable solutions.
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Bitcoin is the Negation of Your Entire Existence | Stefan King founder of Namjai Village
From a Dutch Master's in Artificial Intelligence to becoming a location-independent writer, Stefan King's path was never conventional. He chose Chiang Mai as his home over 14 years ago, long before it was a Bitcoiner hub. But a fateful encounter at a small, obscure meetup in 2016 would change his trajectory forever. When the original host left, Stefan was unexpectedly handed the responsibility of keeping the weekly gathering alive. For nearly a decade, he became the consistent anchor—the man who always showed up. Through bull runs and bear markets, he nurtured a small group of curious minds into a cornerstone of the global Bitcoin community, not by seeking profit, but by fostering genuine human connection. Now, he's embarking on his most ambitious project yet: Namjai Village, a real-world community built on the principles of low time preference, trust, and Proof of Work, designed as an antidote to the transient, disconnected nature of modern life. In this episode, you will discover: 📌 The untold story of the Chiang Mai Bitcoin Meetup's early days. 📌 Why consistency, not charisma, is the key to building a true community. 📌 The profound realization that led him to stop trying to outperform Bitcoin. 📌 The vision behind Namjai Village: creating a permanent home for sovereign individuals. 📌 Why he believes we were born "just in time to fix the money." 📌 The unshakable conviction that comes after a decade of living Bitcoin. "Too late to explore the seas, too early to explore space... just in time to fix the money." 📌 Follow Stefan & Namjai Village: Website: https://www.namjaivillage.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefankingsprofile/?originalSubdomain=th 📌 Follow Bitcoin Chiang Mai: Website: https://www.bitcoinchiangmai.org Bitcoin Marathon & Festival: https://www.bitcoinmarathon.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blcchiangmai
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20 Aug 2025
How he Built His Community With a $0 Marketing Budget. Here's How.| John Ho Founder of Alt_ChiangMai
John Ho grew up in the hyper-competitive, fast-paced world of Hong Kong. With a background in traditional hospitality, he understood how to build spaces, but it was his decision to leave that system behind that taught him how to build a real community. After moving to Chiang Mai for a slower, more intentional life to raise his family, he discovered the world of digital nomads—a group of sovereign individuals who were often disconnected and lonely. He didn't just see a business opportunity; he saw a human need. This led him to create Alt Spaces, a co-living and co-working environment built not on the fiat principles of privacy and extraction, but on the Proof of Work values of sharing, connection, and genuine experience. When it came time to expand, he didn't turn to venture capitalists. Instead, he turned to the very community he had built, raising capital through the trust and social proof he had earned day by day. This is a story about opting out of the high-time-preference game and building something with lasting value. 📌 In this EP, you will discover: 📌Why the "hustle culture" of a major city isn't a healthy environment for a family. 📌The fundamental difference between a hotel (a fiat system) and a co-living space (a community). 📌How genuine "Proof of Work" and word-of-mouth built a business without a marketing budget. 📌The journey of raising funds from the community you serve, not from faceless investors. 📌The "Cosmo Local" vision: How to bridge the gap between outsiders and locals to build a thriving ecosystem for everyone. 📌Why chasing hyper-growth is a trap and how contentment leads to sustainable success. "The best marketing strategy is actually word of mouth... you have to have a good experience, genuinely. Not a fabricated experience." 📌 Follow John Ho & Alt Spaces: Website: https://www.altcoliving.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alt_coliving/ 📌 Follow Bitcoin Chiang Mai: Website: https://www.bitcoinchiangmai.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blcchiangmai Bitcoin Marathon Festival: https://www.bitcoinmarathon.org
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13 Jul 2025
My Whole Life Was a Lie Until I Left America | Dan, The Expat Bitcoiner
From a suburb of Baltimore, the son of Korean immigrants, Dan was fully plugged into the traditional American dream. He did everything right graduated from university and climbed the corporate ladder, believing the 9-to-5 was the only path to a stable life. But one study abroad trip to Thailand shattered his entire worldview. That single experience sparked a seven-year journey across continents, leading him to quit his "reputable" consulting job to become a digital nomad long before it was cool. This path of solo travel, self-discovery, and even Muay Thai fighting eventually led him from the false promises of altcoins to the undeniable truth of Bitcoin. In this episode, you will discover: - The shocking moment in Bangkok that made him realize his life was "pretend.- " Why travel is one of the fastest ways to break free from societal programming. - Harsh lessons on situational awareness learned from the dangers of Colombia and the chaos of India. - His eye-opening journey from working on a Solana project to becoming a Bitcoin maximalist. - Why bravery and honesty—not intelligence—are the real keys to understanding Bitcoin. "To understand bitcoin has little to do with intelligence. It has more to do with bravery and honesty." 📌 Follow Bitcoin Chiang Mai: Innovative Asia : https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576828301359 Website: https://www.bitcoinchiangmai.org Bitcoin Marathon Festival: https://www.bitcoinmarathon.org
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1 Jul 2025
We Don't Need Better Government, We Need Better Money | Bell, Thai Fashion Entrepreneur
Thai fashion entrepreneur Bell discusses how his experience with economic crisis and traditional finance led him to Bitcoin as a tool for individual empowerment and a new financial system in this interview.
20 Jun 2025
What is the Thai Dream? An American Entrepreneure on Life & Business in Thailand| Matthew Baltzell
Entrepreneur Matthew Baltzell discusses his transformation from Hollywood actor to Thailand-based business owner, exploring cultural and economic differences, the concept of a "Thai Dream," and alternative investment strategies in this interview episode.
19 Jun 2025
Why the Burmese People Need Bitcoin More Than Anyone | Ugo, Burmese Freedom Advocate
Burmese Freedom Advocate Ugo shares his journey from ISP owner to digital rights advocate, highlighting how Bitcoin offers financial freedom to the oppressed Burmese people facing hyperinflation and banking restrictions in this interview.
17 Jun 2025
Bank Accounts FROZEN, on the Run: My Escape from Myanmar | Win Koko Aung, Human Rights Activist
Human rights activist Win Koko Aung recounts his escape from Myanmar after a military coup, highlighting how Bitcoin provided a financial lifeline when traditional systems failed, in this interview.
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