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October 27, 2025 · 1h 29m

FIAT IS THE TIME THIEF | TC (TIMECHAIN CALENDAR)

"Fiat is the time thief. This is the biggest immoral part of all of this monetary system that we're trying to solve for. It's taking time away from you."

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THE BITCOIN PODCAST WITH WALKER

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2 I mean, this is the biggest immoral part of all of this monetary system that we're trying to solve for.

4 People are working towards some perceived retirement that they may never get to because the holes in the bucket are so big.

9 And when it comes to a lot of these questions about what do you do for work and what is your career, you know, these are just modes of perhaps capturing more time in your future.

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Fiat is the time thief.

I mean, this is the biggest immoral part of all of this monetary system that we're trying to solve for.

It's taking time away from you.

People are working towards some perceived retirement that they may never get to because the holes in the bucket are so big.

So, you know, Bitcoin goes a long way towards solving that.

You have to work hard, though.

You have to actually stack and keep stacking.

You have to learn and keep learning.

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"Fiat is the time thief. This is the biggest immoral part of all of this monetary system that we're trying to solve for. It's taking time away from you."

Summary

In this conversation, Walker and TC discuss the launch of the TimeChain Calendar mobile app, TC's journey into Bitcoin, and the evolution of the Time Chain Calendar project ( https://timechaincalendar.com ). They explore the importance of visualizing Bitcoin's mechanics, including halvings and difficulty adjustments, and reflect on the design and user experience of the app. The discussion emphasizes the significance of continuous learning in the Bitcoin space and the thoughtful implementation of Bitcoin's design principles. In this conversation, TC discusses the innovative features of the TimeChain Calendar, his journey as a solo developer, and the transformative impact of AI on the development landscape. He emphasizes the importance of empowerment through learning, the changing nature of work, and the opportunities available for the next generation, particularly in relation to Bitcoin. The discussion also touches on the significance of time management, the balance between work and family, and the future features of the TimeChain Calendar app.

Key Topics:

Bitcoin

Timechain Calendar

Mobile app development

Career transformation