Roman Reher (aka Blocktrainer) went from an IT professional to one of the most influential Bitcoin educators in Germany. After a near-death experience, he made it his mission to spread the truth about decentralized money, freedom, and how Bitcoin changes everything.
In this episode of Trezor Talks, Sean sits down with Roman to uncover:
• Why Roman only focuses on Bitcoin (and ignores altcoins)
• How to grow a successful Bitcoin content channel (even in bear markets) • How to reach Bitcoin adoption
• Why it’s never too late to buy bitcoin …and more!
Timestamps:
(00:00) - Introduction and welcoming Roman
(03:20) - The team behind Blocktrainer
(07:24) - How Roman got started during the 2018 bear market
(08:50) - Why there is no second best to Bitcoin
(11:46) - Growing a Bitcoin-focused channel
(13:04) - How to create great Bitcoin content
(16:33) - Falling down the Bitcoin rabbit hole
(23:32) - The Agent Smith Effect explained
(27:58) - Bitcoin as a network of truth
(31:14) - Why fear should not control your life
(34:10) - Why Blocktrainer stays German-only
(39:05) - Germany’s pro-HODLer tax law
(42:05) - The best path to Bitcoin adoption
(48:54) - Advice for aspiring YouTubers
(49:20) - Roman’s near-death experience
(54:15) - Why you should not quit your job for Bitcoin
(55:50) - How to talk to Bitcoin skeptics
(01:03:27) - Money as society’s base layer (Dunbar’s number)
(01:05:33) - Is it too late to buy bitcoin in 2025?
(01:12:30) - Why you should not plan life too rigidly
(01:16:00) - Closing thoughts and the awkward handshake
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