#11 Bitcoin: The Inverse of Clown World with Knut Svanholm (Author & Podcast Host)

In this episode, Philipp and Knut Svanholm discuss Knut’s latest
book, “The Inverse of Clown World”. Knut unpacks the meme behind
Bitcoin Infinity Day (August 21), and they share insights from
their experiences at Bitcoin conferences, particularly Baltic
Honeybadger. They emphasize the value of intellectual honesty in
the Bitcoin community and the importance of celebrating ideas
over individuals. The conversation touches on themes from the
book, including the concept of ‘Clown World,’ the risks of hero
worship, and finding balance between extremes in thought and
action.





Who is Knut Svanholm?


Knut Svanholm is a Bitcoin author, educator, and armchair
philosopher. His first work, 'Bitcoin: Sovereignty through
Mathematics,' is widely regarded as a classic in the space,
earning recognition as a recommended read on numerous educational
platforms, including MicroStrategy's Bitcoin site www.hope.com.
Knut's influence extends beyond his written contributions; he is
credited with coining the popular meme 'Everything Divided by 21
Million,' a phrase that encapsulates the scarcity and
mathematical principles underpinning Bitcoin. Building on his
literary success, Knut dedicates his time to advising a select
group of Bitcoin companies and hosting 'The Freedom Footprint
Show,' a thought-provoking podcast exploring Bitcoin philosophy
and its implications for individual sovereignty.





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Chapters


00:00 Introduction & Who is Knut Svanholm


07:01 Reflections on Bitcoin Conferences


14:35 Bitcoin Infinity Day and Its Significance


22:55 Knut’s newest book: The Inverse of Clown World


38:59 Clown World Explained


54:38 Slay Your Heroes


01:01:55 Pendulum: Finding Balance in Extremes