LTB E217 - The Bitcoin Block Size Discussion

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##On Todays Show [Stephanie](https://letstalkbitcoin.com/profile/user/), [Andreas](https://letstalkbitcoin.com/profile/user/andreas) and [Adam](https://letstalkbitcoin.com/profile/user/adam) speak first with Bitcoin Foundation Chief Scientist **[Gavin Andresen](https://twitter.com/gavinandresen)** about the Bitcoin Block Size debate, where it came from, why it matters and what he thinks we should do about it. During the second half of the show, Bitcoin Developer and outspoken block size increase opponent **[Peter Todd](https://twitter.com/petertoddbtc)** joins the discussion to share his perspective on the issue, the problems he sees and why taking action now actually prevents the problem from finding a market solution. If you really want to understand all the intricacies and varied opinions that surround the issue, head over to the Bitcoin Development Mailing List archive where you can find literally the entire history of public bitcoin development discussion, [this link will take you to all of Mays messages](http://sourceforge.net/p/bitcoin/mailman/bitcoin-development/?viewmonth=201505) --- ###Subscribe to the [**LTBn All Podcasts feed**](http://feeds.feedburner.com/TheDailyBitcoinShow) or the [**Let's Talk Bitcoin! show only feed**](http://feeds.feedburner.com/ltb/ltb) and never miss an episode again. --- #Sponsors for Episode 217 ##[ShapeShift.io](https://shapeshift.io) ---- ##Credits for Episode 217 Content for todays episode was provided by Peter, Gavin, Stephanie, Andreas and Adam This episode was edited by Adam B. Levine Music for todays show was provided by **[Jared Rubens](http://soundcloud.com/jaredarubens)**, and [General Fuzz](http://generalfuzz.net)

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