Tao City Live returned for its second episode with a conversation that felt less like a technical deep-dive and more like a reminder of why community still matters in crypto. Hosted by Crypto Buffalo, the stream introduced new viewers to the energy of Tao City while spotlighting a guest whose voice has quickly become beloved across BitTensor: Louise Beattie, the creator behind the People of TAO series.
What unfolded was an honest, personal, and surprisingly uplifting conversation about belief, resilience, and the human side of Bittensor.
A Stream Built on Curiosity and Community
Crypto Buffalo opened the show with the same enthusiasm that has already become a trademark of Tao City Live. He introduced viewers to the idea of Tao City as a content network built around Bittensor, inviting anyone new to the ecosystem to join and learn together.
He also shared his own journey. For 20 years, he worked as a cameraman in professional sports and later moved into Bitcoin, crypto, and NFTs before arriving at Bittensor. His excitement is rooted in the same feeling he had when he first discovered Bitcoin in 2017.Β
Tao City Live, he explained, is his way of contributing something fun, educational, and community-driven. A weekly gathering place for TAO believers.
Before bringing on his guest, he set the stage with the typical blend of humor, memes and atmosphere that fans of his earlier streams already know well.
The Heart Behind People of TAO
Louise Beattie entered the stream with a smile that Crypto Buffalo pointed out immediately. Her vibe, he said, was one of the reasons he wanted her on the show. In a space filled with technical minds and intense debates, her gentle style and human-centered storytelling stand out.
Her series, People of TAO, highlights the individuals behind the Bittensor community. Instead of code walkthroughs or token charts, she pulls back the curtain on the personal journeys of builders, miners and contributors. The first video episode which featured Mike Grantis and immediately resonated with viewers.
Louise described how the idea came from an earlier photography project where she profiled women in business. Seeing how meaningful those features became for people inspired her to do something similar in Bittensor. A series that focuses on stories rather than speculation.
How Louise Found Bittensor
Louiseβs entry into Bittensor was unexpected. After reading a book recommended by Siam Kidd, she found herself captivated by the vision of a decentralized intelligence network. The concept clicked instantly.
Instead of waiting for a slow-portfolio approach, she made a bold move. She drew down her pension across two tax years and went all in. She explained that her pension was modest and she had little time left to slowly compound it. Bittensor felt like the opportunity that traditional retirement planning could not offer.
Over time, she learned, held, lost, rebuil,t and eventually turned her experience into something valuable for others.
The Hack That Changed Everything
A difficult part of the conversation arrived when Crypto Buffalo asked about the hack that wiped out Louiseβs TAO.
She spoke with honesty about the night it happened: The shock, the despair and the moment where everything seemed to collapse.
Her recovery began with two things.
a. Staying present rather than spiraling, and
b. Holding onto her dog for emotional grounding.
Those first hours, she explained, came down to controlling her reaction rather than the event itself. The Bittensor community also rallied around her.
Members privately reached out, some raised funds to help her rebuild and their support allowed her to regain her footing and return with a stronger sense of purpose.
Crypto Buffalo shared his own traumatic losses in crypto. Their exchange grounded the conversation in something rarely seen in crypto content: vulnerability without drama, sincerity without spectacle.
How a Difficult Moment Became a Creative Path
After the hack, Louise leaned more deeply into the community. She found herself writing more and discovering that her posts resonated. That momentum revived the idea of a human-focused series.
Her goal is simple.
a. Make Bittensor feel more accessible,
b. Highlight the people who make the ecosystem work,
c. Widen the net beyond technical audiences, and
d. Create a softer entry point into a very complex system.
She produces both written and video versions depending on the guest and on what feels natural. She also avoids rigid schedules. Instead, she focuses on flow and enjoyment, trusting that consistency will come as the series matures.
The Philosophy of TAO City: Make Friends, Not Stress
One of the most charming parts of the interview came when Crypto Buffalo and Louise discussed the culture of crypto. He mentioned a meme he saw saying make money not friends and immediately rejected it. For him and for Louise, community is the real currency.
Together, they highlighted the ideas that matter most in early stage ecosystems:
a. Collaboration over competition
b. Education over speculation
c. Patience over panic
d. Curiosity over fear
Their shared belief is simple. Bittensor is early and the quality of the community will influence how far the network goes.
How Louise Manages Learning Without Overwhelm
Louise admitted that staying on top of Bittensor is difficult. With constant subnet updates, shifting incentives and hundreds of conversations happening across channels, information is everywhere.
Her personal approach:
a. Limit sources
b. Rely on trusted groups
c. Remain selective about whose opinions she consumes
d. Prioritize long-term understanding over rapid reactions
She also encourages newcomers to avoid rushing into subnet investments. Instead, she advises learning the fundamentals, researching the creators and choosing based on conviction rather than hype.
Louiseβs Future Subnet Opportunity
One moment stood out. Louise mentioned that if she were to imagine a meaningful subnet, it would focus on education. Not traditional schooling, but a decentralized model that rewards real learning and useful skills.
She believes current education systems are mismatched for the modern world. Bittensorβs incentive mechanism, applied correctly, could reshape how people learn and how knowledge grows.
While she has no intention of building a subnet herself, the idea reflects her broader mission of human-centered growth within Bittensor.
The Power of Showing Up
As the conversation came to an end, Louise offered sincere advice to anyone entering the space:
a. Be yourself
b. Avoid FOMO
c. Take a long-term view
d. Research before investing
e. Appreciate the present moment
f. Enjoy the journey rather than obsessing over charts
Her presence on Tao City Live served as both reassurance and inspiration. She showed what it looks like to stay grounded in an ecosystem known for volatility.
Crypto Buffalo closed the segment by calling her a legend, praising her resilience and celebrating the authenticity she brings to Bittensor.
Extras
After Louise signs off, Crypto Buffalo comes in with energy and introduces BitMind (Subnet 34 on Bittensor), the project that helps people tell the difference between human content and AI-generated or AI-modified media.
He demonstrates the tool live, shows how it already outperforms many traditional detectors, and shares a touching moment where a community member used it to confirm that a sonogram photo was real.
Crypto Buffalo then moves on to Tao Flute, an investor-friendly dashboard that gives a clear view of development activity, social engagement, emission trends, and overall subnet health. He had a discussion with its creator, Travis Millott (TAO Templar), who built it for his own research but now hopes the entire community can use it to make stronger decisions.
Crypto Buffalo ends with TaoMarketCap, a simple site that makes it easy to explore subnet prices and metrics in a format that feels familiar and welcoming to new users.
Why Conversations Like These Matter
Tao City Live continues to grow, but its strongest feature may be its tone. The show blends education, storytelling, and community warmth in a space that can easily become cold and transactional.
This episode reminded viewers that Bittensor is still being built by human hands and human hearts. Each subnet, tool, creator and believer contributes something to the networkβs future.
And through projects like People of TAO and Tao City Live, those people finally have a place where their stories can be seen and heard.
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