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Coin StoriesTrue North: Why Bitcoin Treasuries Are the Hottest Bet in Public MarketsThis week, Natalie Brunell is joined by Jeff Walton, Ben Werkman, and Tim Kotzman of MSTR True North to explore how forward-thinking companies are embracing Corporate Bitcoin Treasuries and revolutionizing Investor Relations in the digital age. True North is a "supergroup investment club charting the edge of the new financial frontier." Together, they discuss why adding Bitcoin to a corporate balance sheet is becoming a strategic move, how Bitcoin is reshaping financial transparency, and what the future holds for corporate communication with investors. MSTR True North founder Jeff Walton's background is in reinsurance. Follow Jeff o...2025-06-2457 minCoin StoriesEric Semler & Renae Cormier: 4th Largest Public Bitcoin Holder Semler Scientific Going All In on Bitcoin In this episode, Natalie Brunell sits down with Eric Semler and Renae Cormier of Semler Scientific, a Bitcoin treasury company that develops innovative technologies to detect and prevent chronic diseases. Topics discussed: Semler Scientific's mission and future, and the evolving landscape of healthcare innovation. How Eric learned from Michael Saylor and Strategy mNAV premiums How Semler Scientific balances healthcare innovations and its Bitcoin strategy Semler Scientific's QuantaFlo product and how its medical business can buffer against any Bitcoin bear market Semler Scientific's aggressive Bitcoin adoption and accumulation plan Guest Bio: Semler Scientific Chairman E...2025-06-1940 minCoin StoriesDylan LeClair on Bitcoin Corporate Treasury Revolution: Metaplanet's Success, Strategy's New Preferred Stocks and Fixing the Capital MarketsIn this episode, Natalie Brunell chats with Dylan Leclair, Director of Bitcoin Strategy at Metaplanet. What you’ll learn: Why Metaplanet transitioned away from hotels to a Bitcoin-first strategy Tax advantages for Bitcoin equities based in Japan Why Metaplanet has been issuing strike warrants Metaplanet's 555 Million Plan How Michael Saylor is "fixing" the capital markets What are Strategy's $STRF, $STRK, and $STRD instruments? Why Dylan is bullish on $SMLR and other corporate Bitcoin treasuries ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of...2025-06-1752 minCoin StoriesKatie Ananina: "Plan B" Passports Explained, How to Safeguard Your Future with Second CitizenshipIn this episode, Natalie Brunell chats with Katie Ananina aka "Katie the Russian" on X—CMO of CitizenX and founder of Plan B Passport—about why having a “Plan B” passport isn’t just a travel trick but a true safety net when geopolitics shift. What you’ll learn about: Katie’s entrepreneurial roots in Russia after the USSR’s collapse How “Plan B Passports” give you a backup plan when borders change Why second-citizenship by investment is becoming more popular The basics of "flag theory" and why diversifying your citizenship matters Key geopolitical trends to watch before picking...2025-06-1034 minCoin StoriesSaifedean: Is Bitcoin Nearing Cycle Top? Corporate Treasuries, Wealth Concentration & Gold StandardNatalie Brunell is joined by Saifedean Ammous, economist and author of The Bitcoin Standard, for a deep-dive conversation on sound money, Bitcoin’s future, and his upcoming book, The Gold Standard. Topics discussed include: An inside look at The Gold Standard and whether Saifedean believes a gold-backed framework may reemerge Wealth concentration under fiat vs Bitcoin The rise of corporate Bitcoin treasuries and the broader institutionalization of Bitcoin Why we don't need inflationary money Is Bitcoin infinitely divisible? Why Saifedean thinks we’re approaching a Bitcoin cycle top right now Saif's reaction to selling over 1 million copi...2025-06-0329 minCoin StoriesPeter Schiff: Gold Will Replace U.S. Dollar As Neutral Reserve Asset (But He Has His Own Strategic Bitcoin Reserve)Natalie Brunell is joined by Peter Schiff, economist and gold advocate, for a fiery and wide-ranging conversation ahead of their live stage appearance at the Bitcoin Conference in Las Vegas. Schiff doesn’t hold back, calling Bitcoin a “meme coin,” criticizing Trump’s economic policies, and warning that America is on the brink of economic collapse fueled by debt, inflation, and political dysfunction. Topics iinclude: Why Schiff is still anti-Bitcoin despite holding his own “Strategic Bitcoin Reserve” Gold vs. Bitcoin: trust, counterparty risk, and final settlement Schiff’s take on the "Big Beautiful Bill" and why it guarantees...2025-05-271h 08Coin StoriesJudy Shelton: Exposing the Fed, Gold-Backed Bonds and Can Private Money like Bitcoin Restore Monetary Integrity?Natalie Brunell is joined by renowned economist and monetary scholar Judy Shelton, former advisor to President Trump and outspoken advocate for sound money. Judy shares her deep insights on the Federal Reserve, gold-backed monetary policy, and the future of economic stability in the U.S. and abroad. She also reflects on her controversial Fed nomination, the collapse of Bretton Woods, and her views on Bitcoin as a potential reserve asset. Topics discussed include: Why Judy Shelton believes the Fed is unaccountable and whether it can be reformed The case for returning to sound money principles Her proposal for g...2025-05-201h 14Coin StoriesMatyáš Kuchar: European Capital of Bitcoin & Behind-the-Scenes Preview of BTC PragueThis week Natalie Brunell is joined by Matyáš Kuchař, Co-Founder of BTC Prague, the largest Bitcoin Conference in Europe, for a wide-ranging discussion on European Bitcoin adoption and Bitcoin events. Guest Bio: Matyáš Kuchar is a co-founder of prominent Bitcoin conferences: BTC Prague and Chaincamp. He's spent the last several years dedicated to Bitcoin education, authoring articles, fostering local Bitcoin communities, and expanding business networks. Follow Matyáš on X at https://x.com/matyas44cook Secure your tickets for BTC Prague at https://btcprague.com/ and get to hear prominent speakers like Michael Saylor in person. ...2025-05-1632 minCoin StoriesMichael Saylor: 100x Return Strategy, Bitcoin Price Action vs Market's Tariff Panic & the BTC Corporate Treasury RevolutionNatalie Brunell is joined by Michael Saylor, Executive Chairman of Strategy ($MSTR) and arguably the most prominent Bitcoin advocate, for a compelling discussion on corporate Bitcoin adoption. Topics discussed include: Why Zombie corporations are embracing Bitcoin The promise of Bitcoin for all corporations and business Market uncertainty, macro headwinds, and why Bitcoin is the solution How to remain calm during market chaos Innovative financial instruments and the latest Strategy product offerings, $STRF and $STRK What has surprised Saylor most about the U.S. warming to Bitcoin How average wage-earner can 100x their money Why Bitcoin’s price isn’t cl...2025-05-0827 minCoin StoriesCol. Douglas Macgregor: America's Golden Age or Tough Times Ahead? Global Trade War Analysis and Why Bitcoin Will Replace Fiat CurrencyIn this episode of Coin Stories with Natalie Brunell featuring Col. Douglas Macgregor, retired U.S. Army colonel, military strategist, and frequent geopolitical commentator, for a timely conversation on the heels of the Trump administration’s 100-Day celebration. He is also the CEO of @OurCountryOurChoice . In classic form, Col. Macgregor delivers bold, contrarian takes on U.S. foreign policy, global conflict and the financial future of America, and he doesn’t hesitate to criticize both sides of the isle. Topics discussed include: His latest critique of tariffs, global trade policy, and the long-term impact of the U.S.–China...2025-05-0650 minCoin StoriesPreston Pysh: Global Trade Bluff? Macro Market Analysis, Twenty One Capital Launch and The Future of Bitcoin BanksNatalie Brunell is joined by Preston Pysh for a wide-ranging conversation on the shifting macroeconomic landscape, the fragility of the global financial system, and why Bitcoin stands out as the long-term solution. The discussion explores trade dynamics, central bank interventions, and how Bitcoin fits into the coming monetary transformation. Topics include: The U.S.'s struggle to onshore manufacturing and reduce dependence on China Why the U.S. may be bluffing in global trade negotiations The precarious state of the dollar and implications for global markets Gold’s potential revaluation vs Bitcoin’s superior trust model Cent...2025-04-2958 minCoin StoriesFrank Corva: What's in Store at BTC Vegas 2025, Inside Trump's White House Press Room and Bitcoin for Global Freedom*COIN STORIES PODCAST* Natalie Brunell is joined by Frank Corva, journalist and political correspondent for Bitcoin Magazine, for a brief conversation on Bitcoin’s intersection with politics. Frank shares insights from his reporting and what to expect at the upcoming Bitcoin Conference 2025 in Las Vegas where the global Bitcoin community will once again unite to advance the mission of sound money and financial sovereignty. ---- *Bitcoin Conference 2025 – Las Vegas Highlights* The world’s largest annual Bitcoin gathering returns, taking over Las Vegas Uniting builders, educators, investors, and advocates from around the globe Driving forward the mo...2025-04-2424 minCoin StoriesT.J. Miller: Hollywood's Bitcoin Blind Spot, the Truth About Celebrity Wealth and Why There's No Second BestNatalie Brunell is joined by actor and comedian T.J. Miller in this hilarious and thought-provoking episode of Coin Stories to discuss Bitcoin. T.J. isn’t afraid to challenge the mainstream Hollywood consensus, which continues to overlook the most important digital asset and monetary network in the world. Known for his roles in "Silicon Valley," "Deadpool," and a string of blockbuster comedies, T.J. brings his unique perspective on the intersection of Bitcoin and the entertainment industry (or rather, the lack thereof). Topics discussed include: How he came to learn about Bitcoin Being ma...2025-04-2245 minCoin StoriesLyn Alden's Global Reserve Currency Deep-Dive: Tradeoffs, Trade Deficits and U.S. Dollar Hegemony's Impact on Working ClassNatalie Brunell is joined by Lyn Alden for a wide-ranging conversation on the forces shaping the global financial system and the future of money. Lyn breaks down the complexities of the US dollar’s reserve currency status, its role in persistent trade deficits, and the economic toll on America’s working class. The discussion spans monetary history, policy tradeoffs, the future of manufacturing, and the potential of Bitcoin as a neutral reserve asset in a volatile world. Topics include: The global demand created by dollar reserve status How trade deficits are tied to an overvalued dollar The...2025-04-171h 00Coin StoriesBecca Rubenfeld: Insuring Your Bitcoin, Peace of Mind You Didn’t Know You Needed with AnchorWatchNatalie Brunell is joined by Becca Rubenfeld, co-founder of AnchorWatch, to discuss how they’re building secure custody and insurance solutions for Bitcoin. Topics discussed include: The risks of holding Bitcoin Technical aspects of Bitcoin custody (beginner-friendly) Inheritance planning How AnchorWatch combines technology with traditional insurance to protect your Bitcoin for the long term ---- Guest Bio: Becca Rubenfeld is the COO and Co-founder of AnchorWatch, providing regulated property and casualty insurance to commercial owners of Bitcoin. She spent the first 10 years of her career as a fashion merchant for Target, American Eagle Out...2025-04-1043 minCoin StoriesLuke Gromen: Is Trump Triggering 'Sudden Stop' in Economy? Gold, Bitcoin, Stocks and Macro OutlookNatalie Brunell is joined by prominent analyst Luke Gromen to share a critical macro update on the U.S. economy, the debt spiral, and what it means for gold and Bitcoin. He explains why the current path is unsustainable—and how investors can prepare. Topics covered include: - Why cutting government spending could crash the economy The dangerous “order of operations” policymakers are ignoring How gold, and eventually Bitcoin, could replace U.S. Treasuries as reserve assets Why Wall Street is in denial about what’s coming The role of negative real rates and financial repression - What h...2025-04-0349 minCoin StoriesU.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis: Paying Off America's Debt with Bitcoin, Revaluing Gold, Stablecoins For Dollar Dominance, The Future of CryptoNatalie Brunell is joined by U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) to discuss the future of Bitcoin and digital assets, from passing landmark legislation to establishing a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. They explore how recent policy shifts, including The BITCOIN Act and stablecoin regulations could reshape the U.S. financial system—reducing debt, securing monetary freedom, and reinforcing dollar dominance. ---- Coin Stories is brought to you by lead sponsor Genius Group (NYSE American $GNS). Genius is a Bitcoin-first business delivering AI-powered education and acceleration solutions for the future of work. Learn more and enter for a...2025-04-0132 minCoin StoriesEric Yakes: $1+ Trillion Flowing into Bitcoin? Bullish Report Reveals Massive Potential for Institutional & Nation State AdoptionIn this Coin Stories episode, Natalie Brunell is joined by Eric Yakes to discuss: His company's 150-page research report, "The Bitcoin Ecosystem 2024 Annual Report": https://epochvc.io/pdf/Epoch-Bitcoin-Ecosystem-Report-2024.pdf Bullish momentum for Bitcoin What would happen if the top 10 public companies invested in Bitcoin Why Bitcoin will compete with gold in the reserves of nation states Institutional and retail adoption Will Bitcoin be papered over through fractional reserve banking? Bitcoin in 10 years and more! ---- Guest Bio: Eric Yakes is the Founder & serves as Managing Partner at Epoch VC. Yakes is also an Angel In...2025-03-2544 minCoin StoriesMatt Hougan: Institutional Bitcoin Adoption Starts Now! Massive Year Two & Three for BTC ETFs and Next Catalyst for Bull RunNatalie Brunell sits down with Matt Hougan, CIO of Bitwise Asset Management, to discuss the evolving landscape of Bitcoin adoption at the corporate and institutional level. They cover: How wealth advisors’ views on Bitcoin have shifted post-election Why fewer than half of advisors can’t discuss Bitcoin with clients yet Institutions realizing they are short Bitcoin with zero allocation Why Bitwise doesn’t see BlackRock as a competitor The growing role of stablecoins and why they’re a government priority How Bitcoin keeps fiat currencies in check The market underestimating Washington’s policy shift The next catalyst for Bitcoin’s pr...2025-03-1931 minCoin StoriesSolo Miner Finds Bitcoin Block: A Revolution in Decentralized Mining with FutureBitIn this episode of the Coin Stories podcast, Natalie Brunell interviews John Stefanopoulos, founder of Futurebit, about the importance of decentralization in Bitcoin mining and the role of individual miners. John discusses the recent success of their home mining device, the Apollo 2, which allows individuals to mine Bitcoin and submit blocks directly to the network, promoting censorship resistance. He emphasizes the need for more self-sovereign miners to combat the centralization of mining power and the potential risks it poses to the Bitcoin network. Purchase your solo miner for 5% off with code coinstories: https://shop.futurebit...2024-12-2331 minCoin StoriesLuke Gromen: Bitcoin as "The New Oil," Trump's Tariffs, and the Death of the Dollar-Centric SystemIn this episode with investor and macro analyst Luke Gromen, we discuss: Luke’s Bold Macro Outlook: What’s Ahead in the Next 6-12 Months Trump’s 2025 Economy The Strengthening Dollar: Why It’s a Hidden Threat to the Global Economy Why Our Economy Needs Stocks to Keep Rising Tariffs and Their Global Ripple Effect "Bitcoin Is the New Oil"? Trump's Shocking Statement Luke’s Take on Scott Bessent as Trump’s Treasury Secretary Pick Bitcoin’s Skyrocketing Potential: Why Luke Says It’s Going "Much Higher" Could Bitcoin Become a Strategic Military Asset? ---- Coin Stories is p...2024-12-0355 minCoin StoriesMax Keiser & Stacy Herbert: America is Back! Bitcoin Nation State Adoption, El Salvador's Triumph, Trump & Elon Musk on Team Bitcoin?In this episode with Max Keiser and Stacy Herbert, we discuss: Why Max & Stacy are now bullish on America Elon Musk's visit to El Salvador Are President Trump and President Bukele on good terms? Inspiring Bitcoin education initiatives in El Salvador Nation state adoption of Bitcoin The battle of good vs. evil Bitcoin gives you purpose ---- Bio: Max Keiser & Stacy Herbert are the ultimate Bitcoin Power Couple who have dedicated their lives to expanding Bitcoin adoption in El Salvador and beyond. Max is a venture capitalist, early Bitcoin adopter and advocate, and co-host of t...2024-11-261h 09Coin StoriesEric Semler: Bitcoin and the Contrarian Edge for Companies & InvestorsIn this episode with Eric Semler, Chairman of Semler Scientific, we discuss: Semler Scientific announcing a Bitcoin Treasury strategy $SMLR stock soaring post-Bitcoin adoption How MicroStrategy inspired Eric Why public companies and boards are resistant to Bitcoin Will we see more corporations add Bitcoin to the balance sheet? Bitcoin has no cash flows! So what? Follow Eric Semler at https://x.com/SemlerEric ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining that stands alone as the only vertically-integrated, technology-focused Bitcoin mining company. Learn more at...2024-11-2042 minCoin StoriesMichael Saylor on Bitcoin to $100k+, the "Crypto Renaissance," Digital Capital and MicroStrategy Outperforming EverythingIn this newest episode with Michael Saylor we discuss: The impact of the election on the future of Bitcoin and the broader crypto industry Digital assets: Cryptocurrencies, Stablecoins, Tokens America's Manifest Destiny: Expanding dominance to cyberspace via a U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve The success of MicroStrategy as a Bitcoin Treasury Company and $MSTR Stock outperforming everything Bitcoin as Digital Capital vs. a Digital Currency Lightning Round: What does Michael wish he knew more about? His earliest memory? What's misunderstood about him? ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), a publicly-traded...2024-11-181h 35Coin StoriesLyn Alden on Bitcoin Price Jump & Future of Bitcoin: Navigating Forks, Risks, & Institutional ImpactIn this conversation with Lyn Alden, we delve into the complexities of Bitcoin consensus, exploring the various stakeholders involved in maintaining it, the implications of hard and soft forks, and the importance of understanding the state of mind of stakeholders. We discuss the risks associated with network fragmentation and the potential impact of institutional investors on Bitcoin's future, emphasizing the need for education and awareness within the community. We also cover Lyn's reaction to the election, Bitcoin's price reaching ATHs and her near-term macro outlook. ---- Lyn Alden is a brilliant macroeconomist, investment strategist and G...2024-11-1152 minCoin StoriesCol. Douglas Macgregor: Next Trump Presidency, the Economy & World War IIIIn this episode with Col. Douglas Macgregor we discuss: Economic outlook for the next presidency Why Col. predicts a financial 'Armaggedon' and crisis ahead Investing in gold, Bitcoin and cash What should the President of the United States be an expert in? Can we now avoid WWIII and escalating global conflicts? ---- Bio: Col. Douglas Macgregor is a decorated combat veteran, an author of five books, a PhD, and a defense and foreign policy consultant. He is the CEO of Our Country Our Choice, leading a mission to unite passionate American patriots and amplify their...2024-11-0748 minCoin StoriesNews Block: Why Bitcoin's Energy Use is Good for the Environment and Human FlourishingIn this special evergreen episode of the News Block powered by Bitdeer ($BTDR), we explore: Bitcoin's energy use Bitcoin's ability to stabilize grids Incentives of Bitcoin miners to seek remote, low-cost, sustainable energy How Bitcoin saves energy that would be wasted or flared How Bitcoin incentivizes renewable energy operations without the need for taxpayer subsidies ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining that stands alone as the only vertically-integrated, technology-focused Bitcoin mining company. Learn more at www.bitdeer.com. ---- Natalie’s P...2024-10-3110 minCoin StoriesDaniel Lacalle: Raising Taxes Won't Fix the'Debt Bomb' and Why Currency Debasement is "Intentional"In this episode with Economist, Author & Professor Daniel Lacalle we discuss: Fed rate cuts and its impact on markets Why Lacalle says currency devaluation is 100% "intentional" Governments increasing taxes won't make a dent in debt Impoverishing workers and wage earners to benefit the elite Lacalle's take on Bitcoin and gold ---- Bio: Daniel Lacalle is a Spanish economist, investment manager and professor of global economics. He is the author of several economics books, including "Life In The Financial Markets," "The Energy World Is Flat," "Escape From the Central Bank Trap," and "Freedom or Equality." Follow...2024-10-2946 minCoin StoriesNews Block: Central Banks Attack Early Bitcoin Adopters - What They Have Wrong (and Right)In this special evergreen episode of the News Block powered by Bitdeer ($BTDR), we explore: The ECB's recent negative paper on Bitcoin Whether Bitcoin contributes to wealth concentration How Bitcoin boosts long-term investment and growth Why central bank policies drive wealth inequality How erly technology adopter benefits are misunderstood Bitcoin as the solution to fiat problems ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining that stands alone as the only vertically-integrated, technology-focused Bitcoin mining company. Learn more at www.bitdeer.com. ---- N...2024-10-2410 minCoin StoriesAlex Leishman: Earning Interest on Bitcoin Exchange River, Proof of Reserves and Bitcoin as Global Reserve AssetIn this episode with Alex Leishman, CEO and CTO of River, we discuss: - How Bitcoin exchanges work Why River is Bitcoin only and how crypto exchanges differ Proof of Reserves River's newly launched interest product on fiat balances Bitcoin as the future global reserve asset River is where I DCA weekly and buy Bitcoin with the lowest fees in the industry. Get up to $100 when you sign up: https://partner.river.com/natalie --- Bio: Alex Leishman is the CEO, CTO and co-founder of River, a financial services company specializing in Bitcoin...2024-10-2232 minCoin StoriesAlex Gladstein: Untold Human Rights Stories, How Bitcoin Saves Energy and Why Bitcoin Can't Be StoppedIn this episode with Alex Gladstein of the Human Rights Foundation, we discuss: Untold human rights stories around the world Why NOT mining Bitcoin is a waste of energy Will the election impact Bitcoin adoption? Are we in price discovery and a new Bitcoin bull market? Bitcoin as a tool of hope ---- Bio: Alex Gladstein is Chief Strategy Officer at the Human Rights Foundation, and has served as VP of Strategy for the Oslo Freedom Forum since its inception in 2009. Alex has connected hundreds of dissidents and civil society groups with business leaders, technologists, jo...2024-10-1938 minCoin StoriesNews Block: BlackRock’s Fink Declares Bitcoin a New Asset Class, Country Hikes Bitcoin Capital Gains Tax, Do Tax Increases Decrease Govn't Debt?In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered by Bitdeer (NASDAQ: BTDR), we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin and global finance: BlackRock’s recent comments about Bitcoin and what it means for the future of institutional adoption Spot Bitcoin ETFs breaking records Do tax increases work to bring down government debt? What country just increased its capital gains tax on Bitcoin to nearly 50%! Over half of government spending is 'baked in the cake' and will continue ---- SUBSCRIBE TO THE FREE NEWSLETTER: thenewsblock.substack.com ---- Co...2024-10-1709 minCoin StoriesAnthony Scaramucci: Bitcoin is Wall Street’s Best Investment IdeaIn this episode with Anthony Scaramucci, Skybridge Capital founder and managing partner, we discuss: Why Bitcoin is the best investment idea for both Wall Street and the retail community How the 2024 election outcome may impact Bitcoin Reaction to Trump embracing Bitcoin Why the current administration has been so hostile to the Bitcoin industry What is Bitcoin's next catalyst for major expansion Bitcoin was at these prices in 2021...how does Anthony measure its progress? Anthony's upcoming Bitcoin book Will Bitcoin be the People's Money or is it at risk of being captured by legacy corporations ---- B...2024-10-1443 minCoin StoriesFiat Food: Unmasking Food Fraud and How Bitcoin Can Help Heal America's Health CrisisIn this episode with Matthew Lysiak, author of Fiat Food, we discuss: Why the food system broke along with money in the 1970s Fraud in health and nutrition studies Is meat bad for you? Why do some cultures eat carbs like pasta and rice and not gain weight? Why are foods made with different ingredients in the U.S. vs other countries? Lucky Charms healthier than steak?! Tuft's Food Compass says so. What can we do? Should food be regulated more? ---- Bio: Matthew Lysiak is a nationally recognized journalist and a former reporter for...2024-10-0856 minCoin StoriesLarry Lepard & James Lavish: Financial "Train Wreck" Coming, Bitcoin to $100k This Year, Recession vs. MeltupIn this episode with macro legends James Lavish & Larry Lepard, we discuss: The financial 'train wreck' that both James and Larry forecast is ahead Why the Fed is trapped: a debt bomb is ticking Why Bitcoin will outperform gold Will the Fed allow a recession? Bitcoin to $100k in Q4 2024? Trump vs. Harris ---- Larry Lepard is a prominent macro analyst, investor and the founder and Managing Partner of Equity Management Associates. Follow him on X at: https://x.com/LawrenceLepard James Lavish is an investor, macro expert, hedge-fund veteran, and Managing Partner at...2024-10-021h 07Coin StoriesU.S. Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA): Vice President Kamala Harris Should Embrace Bitcoin and Repeal SAB 121In this episode with Congressman Ro Khanna, a Democrat representing California's Silicon Valley district, we discuss: SAB 121 and Why Biden Vetoed a Repeal What does Kamala Harris think about Bitcoin? Will Bitcoin be bipartisan? Will the U.S. protect Bitcoin as a peer-to-peer currency? How? How will be address our debt and loss of trust in institutions? ---- Bio: Ro Khanna is the U.S. Representative from California's 17th congressional district. He was elected in 2016. The Democratic politician and lawyer earned his undergraduate degree in economics from the University of Chicago, and his law degree fro...2024-09-3032 minCoin StoriesGreg Foss's Comeback Conversation: Bitcoin Price Moves, Macro Outlook, Life Lessons and LossesIn this episode with Greg Foss, we discuss: Greg's time away from the public Bitcoin space and lessons learned along the way Bitcoin progress over the last year and where we may go next Bitcoin price as a reflection of fiat debasement Macro outlook and reaction to Fed rate cuts ---- Bio: Greg Foss is a bond and credit expert and a self-proclaimed Bitcoin enthusiast and realist. He has spent 30+ years in high-yield credit trading and analysis as a portfolio manager and trader. He is co-founder of the economic and Bitcoin education group, The Looking...2024-09-241h 00Coin StoriesJim Bianco: Fed Rate Cuts, ETF Outflows and How Bitcoin Gets to $1 MillionIn this episode with Jim Bianco, we discuss: Fed rate cuts this week- 25 or 50 bps, is there a big difference? Will we soon have to go back to ZIRP and QE? Bitcoin ETF outflows Jim says THIS needs to happen for Bitcoin to get to $1 million/coin ---- Bio: Jim Bianco is President and Macro Strategist at Bianco Research, L.L.C. Since 1990 Jim’s commentaries have offered a unique perspective on the global economy and financial markets. Unencumbered by the biases of traditional Wall Street research, Jim has built a decades long reputation for ob...2024-09-1749 minCoin StoriesMark Moss: Get Ready for an Inflationary Crash in Bitcoin, Real Estate & StocksIn this conversation with entrepreneur Mark Moss we discuss: Mark's macro outlook and potential election outcome implications Is a crash around the corner? Will it be inflationary or deflationary? Why housing won't become affordable any time soon Shouldn't Bitcoin be over $100k? Bitcoin's correlation to global liquidity (M2) ---- Bio: Mark Moss is a professional investor and host of the @1MarkMoss and @MarketDisruptors1 YouTube channels. Mark has been talking Bitcoin across YouTube, Podcast and Radio for years, reaching over 100 million views. He's a frequent speaker at Bitcoin, Investing and Technology conferences and a regular contributor on TV...2024-09-1636 minCoin StoriesBitcoin Mechanic: Is Bitcoin Too Centralized? Mining Pools & Freedom Money vs State Surveilled SoVIn this conversation with Ocean Mining's Bitcoin Mechanic, we discuss: Bitcoin Mechanic - From Occupy Wall Street to Finding Bitcoin Is Bitcoin too centralized? Censorship in Bitcoin? Mining pools and 51% attacks Mechanics of Bitcoin mining pools Can you attack the internet and thus attack Bitcoin? Freedom money in a surveillance state? ---- Bio: Bitcoin Mechanic is a Bitcoin educator and serves on the team at Ocean Mining. Follow him on X at: https://x.com/GrassFedBitcoin ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), a publicly-traded leader in B...2024-09-101h 00Coin StoriesNews Block: Bitcoin Price Drops, Recession Fears Accelerate, Wall Street Titan Says Institutions Will Go ‘Head First’ into Bitcoin, Govn't Paying $3 Billion/Day in Interest ExpenseIn this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered by Bitdeer (NASDAQ: BTDR), we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin and global finance: Bitcoin's Price Tanks as Recession Fears Accelerate Wall Street Titan Howard Lutnick Says Institutions Will Go ‘Head First’ into Bitcoin Government Paying $3 Billion in Interest Expense Per Day as Debt Exceed $35.2 Trillion ---- SUBSCRIBE TO THE FREE NEWSLETTER: thenewsblock.substack.com ---- The News Block is powered exclusively by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining that stands alone as the only...2024-09-0510 minCoin StoriesNick Neuman: Easy and Convenient Multisig Self-Custody and Inheritance Planning with CasaIn this episode, we go over the importance of Bitcoin self-custody and how Casa is creating simple, convenient solutions: www.casa.io/natalie Make sure to check out my simple step-by-step tutorial of how to set up Casa multisig: https://youtu.be/6x_12Q5EMdw Make sure to check out my simple step-by-step tutorial of how to set up Casa inheritance: https://youtu.be/5tALYFkDmzw Bio: Nick Neuman is co-founder and CEO of Casa. Before assuming the CEO role, he spearheaded development as Head of Product. ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitdeer Techn...2024-09-0331 minCoin StoriesRaj Patel: Speed Bitcoin Lightning Wallet, Stablecoins like Tether on Bitcoin, and Non-KYC HurdlesIn this episode with Raj Patel we discuss: Speed and Bitcoin lightning wallets How much should you store on wallets like Speed? KYC vs No KYC Stablecoins on Bitcoin USDT (Tether) on Speed and global demand for Tether ---- Bio: Raj Patel is co-founder of Speed. Raj has over 20 years of extensive experience as an entrepreneur and product manager in the tech industry. Having achieved significant success in Silicon Valley, Raj is a unique combination of a serial entrepreneur and a tech guru, making him the go-to expert for all things Bitcoin and lightning. He...2024-08-3034 minCoin StoriesSteph Pomboy: Recession Reality Check - Can They Print Their Way Out of Next Crash? Owning Bitcoin, Gold or BothIn this episode with macro strategist Steph Pomboy, we discuss: Steph's analysis on why economy is already in recession Can the Fed keep rescuing the markets with the money printer? What happens in the next crash? Why Steph is in cash and gold Steph's interest and concerns about Bitcoin Investment opportunities amid the volatility ---- Bio: Stephanie Pomboy is the founder of Macro Mavens, a renowned economic research firm known for its contrarian insights and rigorous macroeconomic analysis. With over three decades in the financial sector, she has built a reputation for her prescient economic...2024-08-2652 minCoin StoriesWhitney Webb: The Path Out of the Matrix and Into FreedomIn this episode with investigative journalist Whitney Webb we discuss: Is Bitcoin a Trojan horse that can fix our system? Are stablecoins the new CBDC? Financial tools of empires to siphon off wealth What you don't know about Peter Thiel Corruption in bipartisan public-private partnerships The way out of the matrix to freedom ---- Bio: Whitney Webb is an investigative journalist, author, podcaster and researcher at Unlimited Hangout, covering intelligence, tech, surveillance and civil liberties. She is the author of the bombshell book, "One Nation Under Blackmail." Follow her on X at @_WhitneyWebb. View and sup...2024-08-211h 14Coin StoriesLyn Alden: Nothing Stops This Fiscal Train, Bitcoin Price Analysis, Bullish for 2025In this episode with Lyn Alden we discuss: Her macro outlook for the next 90 days Why she's bullish on Bitcoin for 2025 Reaction to market meltdown, Yen carry trade and recovery Bitcoin correlated to global liquidity How Bitcoin will be impacted by outcome of election Strategic Bitcoin reserve and dollar hegemony Lyn's favorite AI image tools ---- Lyn Alden is a brilliant macroeconomist, investment strategist and General Partner at Ego Death Capital. Follow her on X: https://x.com/LynAldenContact and subscribe to her phenomenal newsletter: https://www.lynalden.com ---- Coin St...2024-08-1954 minCoin StoriesQuoth the Raven: Market Crashing, Hard Scarce Assets (Bitcoin, Gold) to Explode When Fed PrintsIn this episode with Chris Irons, aka Quoth the Raven, we discuss: The current macro picture: fed rate cuts, inflation, asset prices, stock bubble Why people are skeptical of Bitcoin Wall Street deciding Bitcoin is here to stay Money printing and wealth concentration Gold and de-dollarization How to fix monetary policy ---- Chris Irons, aka Quoth The Raven, is an independent financial researcher who has been commenting on markets for more than a decade. He is not afraid to question the mainstream narratives and status quo, especially the traditional financial system and how it's hurt...2024-08-0552 minCoin StoriesCol. Douglas Macgregor on Trump/Harris/RFK Jr. Election, Rebuilding New Financial System on BitcoinIn this episode featuring Col. Douglas Macgregor we discuss: The current state of American politics and the race between Kamala Harris, Donald Trump and RFK Jr. Geopolitical conflict analysis - how do we extract ourselves from overseas wars? Money printing and the decline of America Bitcoin at the core of a new global financial system Washington D.C. corruption and donors How we unite to improve the nation and American life ---- Bio: Col. Douglas Macgregor is a retired U.S. Army Colonel Combat Veteran, author, and a defense and foreign policy consultant. He is...2024-07-3154 minCoin StoriesRobert F. Kennedy Jr.: The Path to Victory, U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, and Voting With Hope Not FearIn this special episode with RFK Jr. we discuss: The planned path to victory and why RFK Jr. hopes people vote with "hope and inspiration" rather than fear RFK Jr.'s plan to direct the U.S. Treasury to buy 4 million Bitcoin if elected President to build a strategic Bitcoin reserve RFK Jr.'s reaction to President Trump embracing Bitcoin Ending the military industrial complex and war machine How can we stop money printing and rebuild the middle class? The U.S. Dollar as global reserve currency + Bitcoin Restoring trust in government and reviving the American Dream ...2024-07-2936 minCoin StoriesParker Lewis: The Final Chapters of Fiat, Hyperinflation and Gradually, Then Suddenly BitcoinIn this episode with Parker Lewis we discuss: Parker's new book, Gradually Then Suddenly Money printing as the core problem Bitcoin fixes The fragility of fiat and how politics impacts economics Are we headed toward hyperinflation of the U.S. dollar? Parker's new company Zaprite ---- Bio: Parker is the Head of Business Development at Zaprite. He was previously in the same position at Unchained. The Duke University graduate is the author of the new book "Gradually, Then Suddenly" available exclusively at https://thesaifhouse.com/?ref=graduallythensuddenly.xyz Follow Parker on X at...2024-07-251h 04Coin StoriesTom Lee: Bullish Macro Outlook, Optimal Bitcoin Allocation, and S&P to... 15,000?!In this episode featuring Fundstrat's Tom Lee, we discuss: Tom's bullish outlook on Bitcoin and what allocation is optimal for a traditional portfolio Will Bitcoin overtake gold's $16 trillion market cap? Wealth concentration is fueling division and frustration - can Bitcoin help solve this? S&P 500 ATHs - could it hit 15,000 by 2030? Sector rotation into small caps Macro and Bitcoin forecasts and analysis ---- Bio: Fundstrat’s Tom Lee is one of the leading strategists on Wall Street and his famed Granny Shots stock list has outperformed the S&P by MORE than 100% since inception. Anyone in...2024-07-2239 minCoin StoriesJeff Booth: Deflation is Coming - A Future of Bitcoin, AI and AbundanceIn this episode of the Coin Stories Podcast featuring entrepreneur and author Jeff Booth we discuss: Bitcoin's price falling Measuring from a failing system Election 2024 How Bitcoin and AI will converge Are Bitcoin and AI in competition for energy and company investors? Is Bitcoin a store of value or a currency (or both?) ---- Bio: Jeff Booth is a visionary leader at the forefront of technology change for 20 years. He is the author of "Price of Tomorrow," and a Founding Partner at Ego Death Capital. Follow Jeff on X at https://x.com/JeffBooth 2024-07-0959 minCoin StoriesAmy Nixon: Real Estate + Rental Market Outlook and Why Investors Are Turning to BitcoinIn this episode with Amy Nixon we discuss: Prices in the residential and commerical real estate market around the country Are we heading into recession? Is it better to rent or own? What's a better investment: Real Estate or Bitcoin? ---- Bio: Amy Nixon is a Dallas-based housing and macroeconomic analyst, with a special focus on how current housing and economic policy impacts younger generations. She is a frequent guest on Fox Business. Follow her on X account at @texasrunnerDFW. ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR...2024-07-0246 minCoin StoriesOday Kamal: Bitcoin in the Middle East & North Africa and Building Around Legacy Central BanksIn this episode with Oday, we discuss: Lebanon currency crisis Moving to Egypt and building a Bitcoin company Getting licenses from legacy central banks Bitcoin for Middle East and North Africa The importance of self-custody for individuals and businesses ---- Bio: Oday is the founder of Zawda, a Bitcoin custody company helping businesses in the Middle East and North Africa preserve their bitcoin wealth using multisig wallets. Zawda was part of the first cohort at Wolf, a Bitcoin accelerator, in 2023 and has received backing from Axiom Ventures. It's currently seeking a custodial license from the Central B...2024-06-2831 minCoin StoriesJoe Carlasare: Bitcoin's Price Action, Its Role in Legacy Financial System and Bullish vs Bearish MacroIn this episode with Joe Carlasare, we discuss: Can you ever truly 'possess' Bitcoin? How Bitcoin possession plays out in court with exchanges, miners Can stablecoins solve debt crisis? Dollar milkshake theory and hyperinflation End game is in the bond market Why is Bitcoin’s price chopping sideways and is that bullish or bearish? Will Self-custody be protected under rule of law? ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining that stands alone as the only vertically-integrated, technology-focused Bitcoin mining company. Learn more at www.bitdeer.co...2024-06-251h 03Coin StoriesThe Bitcoin Way: Setting Up Bitcoin Securely with 1-on-1 Help, and Finding Purpose Post-CrisisIn this episode with Tony Yazbeck of The Bitcoin Way, we discuss: Tony's heartbreaking origin story of financial loss and crisis in Lebanon Building The Bitcoin Way: the ultimate 1-on-1 support for getting set up on Bitcoin The importance of peer-to-peer technology Setting up nodes, cold storage/self-custody wallets, multisig and more Why the system is broken beyond repair and we all need Bitcoin Sign up at: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/partners/natalie-brunell ---- Bio: Tony Yazbeck is the co-founder of The Bitcoin Way and a seasoned cybersecurity expert deeply committed to promoting B...2024-06-2140 minCoin StoriesDavid Bailey: Trump's Bitcoin CampaignIn this episode with David Bailey, CEO of BTC Inc., we discuss: Who got President Trump into Bitcoin and how? Is Trump serious about endorsing Bitcoin or is it a campaign promise? Does Trump own Bitcoin? What should a President do when it comes to Bitcoin? Is Bitcoin going to be politicized? Fighting for GBTC holders Bitcoin Conference 2024 ---- Bio: As the co-founder and chief executive officer of BTC Inc, David Bailey is an industry leader and evangelist for hyperbitcoinization. Since 2013, BTC Inc has grown to offer critical intelligence, brand-building expertise and technical incubation specialized...2024-06-1844 minCoin StoriesDom Bei: Every Pension Fund, Union and Worker Will Adopt Bitcoin (So Will Arnold Schwarzenegger)In this episode featuring Dominic Bei, Founder of Proof of Workforce Foundation, we discuss: Why firefighters and other members of the working class need Bitcoin Pension funds adopting Bitcoin Unions adopting Bitcoin Getting Arnold Schwarzenegger to learn about Bitcoin ---- Bio: Dominic (Dom) Bei is the Founder of Proof of Workforce Foundation, working with unions, associations and other workforce organizations interested in learning more about how Bitcoin can best serve their members. The 15-year firefighter is also a former president of the Santa Monica Firefighters Union. Follow Dom on X at https://x.com/Beiwatch1 2024-06-1142 minCoin StoriesDes Dickerson: The Easiest Way To Start in BitcoinIn this episode with Des Dickerson, Co-founder, and CEO of THNDR Games, we discuss: Des's background and Bitcoin journey Building THNDR Games, a company that allows you to win Bitcoin through online gaming Why women are among the biggest gaming consumers Balancing people's addiction to their mobile devices Introducing Bitcoin education through games ---- Bio: Des Dickerson is the Co-Founder and CEO of THNDR Games, a company whose mission is to bring Bitcoin to the world through mobile games. She was previously VP of Business Operations at Lightning Labs. Des earned her Bachelor's in Biology...2024-05-2827 minCoin StoriesHunter Horsley: "Mainstream Era of Bitcoin," Spot ETF Race & What % Institutions Are InvestingIn this episode with Hunter Horsley, CEO of Bitwise, we discuss: Bitcoin creating a global standard and addressing the decline in trust in leaders and corporations Success of spot Bitcoin ETFs How much are institutions allocations -- 1%? 3%? 28%?! When will FAANGs invest in Bitcoin? Will all 11 ETF issuers survive? Fragmentation in internet commerce and bank settlements ---- Bio: Hunter Horsley is the CEO and Co-Founder of Bitwise Asset Management, one of the largest cryptocurrency asset managers. The former Facebook product manager earned a Bachelor's in Economics from The Wharton School at University of Pennsylvania. Fo...2024-05-2146 minCoin StoriesAlex Busarov: The First Bitcoin-Mining Home Appliances, Earn Bitcoin While Heating Your HomeIn this episode with Alex Busarov, founder of Heatbit, we discuss: Mining Bitcoin while heating your home with Heatbit: https://heatbit.com/?ref=NATALIEBRUNELL Will more at-home appliances become miners? Why should people mine Bitcoin at their home or office? Mining pools and centralization risks How much does it cost to mine and what are the chances of winning a Bitcoin block Building a Bitcoin company - the pros and challenges ---- Bio: Alex Busarov is the Founder and CEO of Heatbit, the company behind the world’s first Bitcoin-mining home appliances. Think Dyson, but wit...2024-05-1720 minCoin StoriesEd Dowd: Banking Failures and Market Crash Will Lead to Great Reset, CBDCs and Fight for FreedomIn this episode with macro analyst Ed Dowd, we discuss: The current state of the economy and whether a crash is looming What would a 30-50% stock crash look like and could money printing 'save it' Bank consolidations: Ed predicts failures of many regional banks and a few Too Big to Fail Banks emerging at the top How will a CBDC work and why would they introduce one? Is Bitcoin the solution to the broken financial system? Are leaders malicious or incompetent? Why the divide of red vs blue? Why Ed sees a lot of hope ----...2024-05-1547 minCoin StoriesChris Pan: Viral Bitcoin Speech Sparks OSU Commencement UproarIn this episode with Chris Pan, the OSU commencement speaker who got booed for suggesting student look into Bitcoin, we discuss: Who is Christopher Pan? The now-viral moment when the crowd booed Bitcoin at the Ohio State University commencement address Why Chris thinks the students reacted this way How did Chris get into Bitcoin? The opportunity Bitcoin provides young people Is Bitcoin getting lumped in with crypto? ---- Bio: Chris Pan is an investor, entrepreneur and former Facebook employee. Learn more at www.chrispan.com ---- Coin Stories is powered by B...2024-05-1321 minCoin StoriesCaralie Chrisco: Investing in Bitcoin and Lightning Companies with WolfIn this episode of Coin Stories, Caralie Chrisco and I discuss: Wolf: The Bitcoin and Lightning network accelerator in NYC Companies building on Bitcoin and Lightning Network What mistakes do Bitcoin entrepreneurs commonly make? What kind of Bitcoin companies are needed most? Is there going to be a Bitcoin "killer app"? Female founders and women in Bitcoin ---- Bio: Caralie Chrisco is Program Director at Wolf. She started her Bitcoin career at Chaincode Labs then went on to lead Gemini’s open source grant program. Previously she was a talent manager for actors and is thr...2024-05-1021 minCoin StoriesMark Kreitzman of Efani: Protect Your Bitcoin From SIM Swaps and Cyber HacksIn this episode of Coin Stories powered by Bitdeer (NASDAQ: BTDR), Natalie is joined by Mark Kreitzman, General Manager at Efani to discuss: What are SIM swaps and how do they happen? What can people lose through a SIM swap? Is it happening to celebrities and public figures or everything? Does 2FA protect me? Do people recover what has been stolen? How to protect yourself Efani.com/natalie and the unique mobile service offered ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining that stands alone as...2024-05-0747 minCoin StoriesMichael Saylor on Institutional Era of Bitcoin, Altcoin ETFs, Tokenization, and Government DeficitIn this episode of Coin Stories powered by Bitdeer (NASDAQ: BTDR), Michael Saylor and I discuss: Why are all major corporations not following MicroStrategy's corporate Bitcoin strategy? What catalyst will spark more companies to embrace Bitcoin and Lightning Thoughts on Bitcoin investor concerns surrounding peer-to-peer payments and privacy Will 'tokenization' happen on Bitcoin? Should corporations be concerned with the federal deficit? Is Bitcoin an insurance policy? ---- Michael Saylor is an American entrepreneur, executive, inventor, author, and philanthropist. He is co-founder and Executive Chairman of MicroStrategy (MSTR), a publicly traded business intelligence firm founded in 1989. M...2024-05-0225 minCoin StoriesPeter Schiff: His 50% Gold Allocation, Economy Crash Landing, Intrinsic Value & Bitcoin RegretsIn this episode of Coin Stories powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group ($BTDR), Peter Schiff and Natalie discuss: The state of the economy and whether a "crash landing" can be avoided Interest rate hikes and inflation Gold's recent ATH Gold miners underperforming Bitcoin vs gold What is intrinsic value? Does Peter regret not buying Bitcoin? (Yes!) ---- To invest in gold, silver and precious metals from Miles Franklin, email info@milesfranklin.com and mention Natalie sent you or call 952-929-7006 and mention Natalie. ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitdeer Technologies...2024-04-251h 06Coin StoriesBitcoin Mining Special: Roundtable with Five Public Mining Company TitansIn this Bitcoin Halving special episode powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), we host a roundtable with five leaders from public mining companies: Fred Thiel, CEO of Marathon Haris Basit, Chief Strategy Officer at Bitdeer Technologies Group Tyler Page, CEO of Cipher Mining Zach Bradford, CEO of CleanSpark Nazar Khan, Co-Founder, CTO and COO of TeraWulf TOPICS: Bitcoin halving (past, present, future) Mining revenue shock Energy use and sustainability Risks of centralization with mining pools and manufacturers of chips & ASICs Competition with AI for electricity Why invest in a public mining company? Regulatory challenges The f...2024-04-201h 19Coin StoriesDennis Porter: Bitcoin Sanctuary States, Political Wars on Bitcoin, Property Rights MaximalismIn this episode with Dennis Porter, powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), we explore: Preventing political wars on Bitcoin Miners being discriminated against through proposed tax legislation Which states are most against Bitcoin? Nihilism vs Bitcoin fixes this Property rights maximalism State pension funds needing Bitcoin ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining that stands alone as the only vertically-integrated, technology-focused Bitcoin mining company. Learn more at www.bitdeer.com. ---- Natalie’s Promotional Links: Bitcoin Nashville is July 25-27t...2024-04-1846 minCoin StoriesAuthor Steve Berry: New Bitcoin Spy Thriller About Satoshi & CIA Made NYT Best Seller ListIn this episode powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) featuring international best-selling author Steve Berry, we cover: Steve's new Satoshi-CIA thriller: The Atlas Maneuver Why Steve chose to make Satoshi's character a woman How the fictional thriller can teach the real history of money and value of Bitcoin Will we see more novels in the Bitcoin genre? Advice to aspiring authors ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining that stands alone as the only vertically-integrated, technology-focused Bitcoin mining company. Learn more at www.bitdeer...2024-04-1529 minCoin StoriesNikki Glaser: Everything is So Expensive..."Bitcoin Solves This?"In this episode with comedian Nikki Glaser, powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), we discuss: Nikki's origin story and rise to comedy fame The grind to succeed in show business and the disparity in pay Does Nikki invest? Does she have Bitcoin? Why is everything so expensive today? Bitcoin as a solution for inflation and a corrupted financial system Crypto bros and women's financial empowerment ---- Nikki Glaser is one of the country's top comedians, podcast hosts and producers. She's currently on her nationwide and international comedy tour, The Good Girl Tour. Nikki's the h...2024-04-111h 09Coin StoriesNatalie Smolenski: Bitcoin as Pristine Collateral for a Society of Broken Money & ValuesIn this episode with founder and anthropologist Natalie Smolenski we discuss: How to value Bitcoin The symptoms of broken money in society: corruption and grift Why is Bitcoin not the obvious answer? Bitcoin as 'Pristine Collateral' Will credit be as widely used on a Bitcoin Standard? Satoshi Papers ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining that stands alone as the only vertically-integrated, technology-focused Bitcoin mining company. Learn more at www.bitdeer.com. ---- Natalie Smolenski is a startup and non-profit founder a...2024-04-0447 minCoin StoriesBonus Episode: Are Loyalty Programs a Scam? 30-50% Inflation in Rewards Miles/Points with Ian MajorIn this bonus episode with founder Ian Major of Joltz Rewards, we discuss the shocking 30-50% inflation in loyalty rewards miles and points from major retailers and brands and why Bitcoin fixes this. --- Learn more at: https://joltzrewards.com Follow Joltz on X: https://twitter.com/JoltzRewards ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining that stands alone as the only vertically-integrated, technology-focused Bitcoin mining company. Learn more at www.bitdeer.com. ---- Natalie’s Prom...2024-04-0224 minCoin StoriesAndy Schectman: Global Reset, BRICS, De-Dollarization and the Potential of BitcoinIn this episode with Andy Schectman, we explore: Are Silver and Gold prices being suppressed by West to the benefit of the East? The U.S. dollar's death by "a thousand cuts" The rise of BRICS and central banks buying gold The potential of a financial 'reset' Commodities markets getting cornered and the West getting "pick-pocketed" What is the solution to all this sovereign debt? Will U.S. remain the global reserve currency? ---- Andy Schectman is President and Owner of Miles Franklin, a company that specializes in precious metals.. Under his expertise and leadership...2024-03-291h 10Coin StoriesBonus Episode: Bitcoin Macro Hangout feat. Preston Pysh, James Lavish, Susie Reilly...and Peter McCormackIn this new episode with Preston Pysh, James Lavis and Dr. Susie Reilly, we discuss: Market volatility from a cocoa squeeze to USTs U.S. debt and fiscal dominance Will stocks melt-up until a credit event? Fed rate cuts and what the bond market is signaling Commericial real estate and fragility with regional banks CPI - a manipulated measure PLUS...A special visit from Peter McCormack ---- Guests & Links: Preston Pysh is an entrepreneuer, investor, podcast host and General Partner at Ego Death Capital. Check out his show: https://www.theinvestorspodcast.com...2024-03-2858 minCoin StoriesDavid Hunter: Melt-Up, Global Bust, Monetary Reset?In this episode of the Coin Stories podcast with guest David Hunter, powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), we discuss: David's forecast of a parabolic melt-up this year followed by a global bust What's in store for equities, bonds, gold, and commodities? What will break and cause a deflationary crash? Has David's take on Bitcoin evolved? Will it survive a major bust? ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining that stands alone as the only vertically-integrated, technology-focused Bitcoin mining company. Learn more at www...2024-03-2152 minCoin StoriesLuke Gromen: Whether the Fed Cuts or Hikes, Bitcoin is Going HigherIn this episode of the Coin Stories podcast with guest Luke Gromen, powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), we discuss: Massive fiscal deficits keeping sovereign debt bubble afloat Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen's controlled, meticulous weakening of the dollar Bank of Japan increasing interest rates and global implications 10% CPI...and UBI?? Will U.S. be forced to cut entitlements and defense? Why Luke is so bullish on Bitcoin over the next 12 months The truth about the U.S. vs. China ---- Bio: Luke Gromen is a macroeconomist and founder and president of Forest for the...2024-03-2055 minCoin StoriesLawrence Lepard: Bitcoin Price Going to 'Multimillion' Per Coin, Don't Sell at 100k!In this episode of the Coin Stories podcast with guest Larry Lepard, powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), we discuss: We live in a budget 'fantasy' world Bitcoin becoming mainstream sound money ISDA Letter - why do banks want USTs to be exempt from SLR? A very subtle QE infinity Larry shifting from gold to Bitcoin A bailout ahead for CRE? Will Bitcoin be taxed like physical property every year? ---- Larry Lepard founded Equity Management Associates in 2006. EMA is an equity investment management firm investing in growing private and public companies around the wo...2024-03-1442 minCoin StoriesNews Block: Bitcoin Heads Toward $75K, Eclipses Silver in Market Cap; Trump Says He “Won’t Take Bitcoin Away”, American Dream Now Costs $3.4 Million?!In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered by Bitdeer (NASDAQ: BTDR), we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin and global finance: Bitcoin Breaks Key $70,000 Level Bitcoin Surpasses Silver in Market Cap MicroStrategy Buys Another 12,000 Bitcoin Trump Says He 'Won’t Take Bitcoin Away' American Dream Now Costs $3.4 Million ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining that stands alone as the only vertically-integrated, technology-focused Bitcoin mining company. Learn more at www.bitdeer.com. ---- Natalie’s Promotional Links: ...2024-03-1210 minCoin StoriesMichael Saylor: Bitcoin's 'Gold Rush' is Here (2024-2034), Smart Money is Buying Up BitcoinIn this episode of the Coin Stories podcast with Michael Saylor, powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), we discuss: Bitcoin's 'Gold Rush': January 2024-2034 Why Spot Bitcoin ETFs open a 'world of opportunity and functionality' What is the ideal form of government and its role with money? Why Bitcoin is like nature: elegant and decentralized Should we want governments and corporations in Bitcoin? Money vs. Power Intelligence: Are you born with it or can anyone develop it? ---- Bio: Michael Saylor is an American entrepreneur, executive, inventor, author, and philanthropist. He is co-founder and...2024-03-061h 09
Hard Money with Natalie BrunellSBF Released on Record $250 Million Bond, Climate Vs. Energy Crisis with Alex EpsteinHard Money with Natalie Brunell - Headlines this week include Sam Bankman-Fried's extradition to the US on a record 250 MILLION dollar bail, Binance US purchasing the assets of failed crypto lender Voyager, questions around the health of Binance itself in the wake of the FTX collapse as well as a questionable audit, continued outflows from Binance, Grayscale exploring options to return capital to its investors, the Financial Accounting Standards Board reached an important decision, the Bank of Japan with a surprising change in policy, S&P data suggesting a major downturn in equites, a possible rate increase from the...2022-12-2321 minHard Money with Natalie BrunellBitcoin Amsterdam, Latest CPI, Kanye Canceled and More - Hard MoneyOn location at Bitcoin Amsterdam! - Episode 18 of Hard Money with Natalie Brunell - Headlines this week include the latest CPI print, stocks trading down, continued rate hikes from the US Federal Reserve, rapid deprecation in treasury markets and Janet Yellen making an about face with her new concerns, JP Morgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon's latest comments on the economy, a new EU band on crypto payments to Russian wallets, additional quantitative easing measures for the UK, Paul Tudor Jones on Bitcoin and the economy, the Financial Accounting Standards Board stating that companies should use fair-value accounting for measuring...2022-10-1721 minHard Money with Natalie BrunellKim Kardashian vs SEC, Nayib Bukele in Bitcoin Magazine and Central Banks on the Brink - Hard MoneyEpisode 17 of Hard Money with Natalie Brunell - Headlines this week include aggressive interest rate hikes, commentary from Fed Vice Chairwoman Layl Brainard, a warning from investment strategist Lyn Alden, Ray Dalio stepping down at Bridgewater Associates, ongoing volatility in the credit markets and the recovery of the British pound, concerns over the solvency of Credit Suisse and Deutsche Bank, a warning from the United Nations to the Fed and other cnetral banks, a report from the Financial Stability Oversight Council on the risks of crypto tokens, Kim Kardashian settling with the SEC for her part in promoting EthereumMax...2022-10-0711 minHard Money with Natalie BrunellPound Crash, Nord Stream Burst, & Cynthia Lummis: Regulation is Good for Bitcoin?Episode 16 of Hard Money with Natalie Brunell - Headlines this week include intensifying volatility in global financial markets, soaring yields in the bond markets, major selloffs in equities, the Fed's aggressive stance on hiking rates, rising mortgage rates, the British pound plunging to a record low against the US dollar, the election of ultra conservative Girogia Meloni as Italy's new Prime Minister, ruptures in the Nord Stream pipelines likely due to sabotage, Russia granting citizenship to Edward Snowden, Interpol issuing a Red Notice for Terra Luna founder Do Kwon, Alex Mashinsky resigning from Celsius, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's...2022-09-3029 minHard Money with Natalie BrunellFed Rate Hike, Greenpeace vs Bitcoin, and Insider Trading in Congress?! - Hard MoneyEpisode 15 of Hard Money with Natalie Brunell - Headlines this week include Jerome Powell and the Fed's rate hike, Joe Biden's appearance on 60 Minutes to talk about inflation, comments from legendary investor, Stanley Druckenmiller, alarm bells from the CEO of Fedex, Raj Subramaniam, the incredibly successful (and troubling) track record of US lawmakers who trade in the stock market, "Bank Storming" in Lebanon, The Shanghai Cooperation Organization taking steps to reduce their reliance on the US Dollar, Greenpeace's campaign against Bitcoin, and a bullish Bitcoin price prediction from Bloomberg's Mike McGlone.
This week’s guest commentator is Sve...2022-09-2330 minHard Money with Natalie BrunellEthereum Merge, Fiat Food Purge & Will Bitcoin Surge?! - Hard MoneyEpisode 14 of Hard Money with Natalie Brunell - Headlines this week include the latest CPI print, SEC Chairman Gary Gensler’s recent commentary on the cryptocurrency industry and classification of tokens as securities, Russia potentially accepting Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies as payment in international trade, Pierre Poilievre’s election as leader of Canada’s conservative party, the Ethereum Merge, Fidelity’s plans to allow trading on its platform, Bitcoin spot ETFs, insider trading at Coinbase, Michael Saylor and Microstrategy making moves to buy even more Bitcoin, Craig Wright and Hodlonaut’s court case in Norway, and Swan Bitcoin launching Swan Advis...2022-09-1730 minHard Money with Natalie BrunellMining Ban? Impending Energy Crisis, and Bitcoin Whales on the Move! - Hard MoneyEpisode 13 of Hard Money with Natalie Brunell - Headlines this week include Russia shutting down the Nord Stream 1 pipeline, new highs in European energy prices, Germany's $65 billion energy relief plan, Russian Legislation to legalize cryptocurrencies for payment in international trade, a new report on the energy implications of crypto-assets from the White House Office of Science and Technology, movement in the OG Bitcoin whale wallets, Poolin's suspension of withdraws, a new report on Bitcoin mining from Arcane Research, Michael Saylor on the Lightning Network, and Prince Phillip of Serbia joins JAN3 as Chief Strategy Officer.
This week's gu...2022-09-0923 minHard Money with Natalie BrunellThe Lightning Wolf is Born, Neel Kashkari’s Scorn and Do We Need Biden’s Forgiveness?! - Hard MoneyEpisode 12 of Hard Money with Natalie Brunell - Headlines this week include Bitcoin’s price drop along with the S&P, expectation of more rate hikes from the Fed, Minneapolis Federal Reserve President, Neel Kashkari’s criticism of Central Bank Digital Currencies, President Joe Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan, the growing energy crisis in Europe, growing pains for Texas Bitcoin miners, concern about the release of 137,000 bitcoin to Mt. Gox Creditors, Sullivan Bank offering Bitcoin services, and Ross Stevens’ announcement of an all new Lightning Network focused accelerator program, Wolf, in New York City.
This week’s guest co...2022-09-0224 minHard Money with Natalie BrunellFed Turning Hawkish? Bitcoin Adoption Grows Worldwide, and a Space Cat Goes to Court - Hard MoneyEpisode 11 of Hard Money with Natalie Brunell - Headlines this week include Jerome Powell's upcoming speech at the annual Jackson Hole Economic Symposium and potential Fed Hawkishness, the decline of the US Bond market, soaring credit card interest rates and overall levels of consumer credit spending, increasing recession indicators in the jobs and housing markets, the ongoing European energy crisis, Bitcoin adoption in the Ukraine and among retailers and consumer and luxury brands, as well as the impending defamation case between Craig Wright and Hodlnaut.
This week's guest commentator is Dr. Jeff Ross, founder and managing director o...2022-08-3022 minHard Money with Natalie BrunellHard Money with Natalie Brunell: Hailey Lennon, Lyn Alden Latest, Coinbase-Blackrock & Tornado CashHeadlines this week include the latest CPI print, dropping unemployment and the White House’s victory lap, skyrocketing consumer credit, the passing of the Inflation Reduction Act in the US Senate and criticism around the expansion of the IRS, Bitcoin miners forced to sell, Blackrock partnering with Coinbase, the Solana and Nomad hacks, the sanctioning of Tornado Cash by the US Treasury in connection to North Korean money laundering, and Lyn Alden’s latest, in depth-article on the Lightning Network
Read Lyn’s Article here: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/a-look-at-the-lightning-network/
This week’s guest commentator is Haile...2022-08-1228 minHard Money with Natalie BrunellHard Money with Natalie Brunell - Jeff Booth, Michael Saylor to Focus on Bitcoin, Housing Crash?Headlines this week include surging unemployment numbers, the yield curve inversion in the bond market, rising CPI across the world, Kamala Harris and the Biden administration’s efforts to promote green energy solutions, Michael Saylor stepping down as CEO of MicroStrategy to assume the role of Executive Chairman, the SEC charging 11 people in relation to the Forsage pyramid scheme, the verdict in Craig Wright’s lawsuit against podcaster Peter McCormack, bitcoin buying in Nigeria, and Bitcoin tourism in Central America.
This week’s guest commentator is Jeff Booth, author of “The Price of Tomorrow,” and GP at Ego Death Ca...2022-08-0528 minHard Money with Natalie BrunellHard Money with Natalie Brunell: Dylan LeClair, GDP, Coinbase Investigation, Are We In A Recession?Headlines this week include the latest GDP numbers, the White House attempting to change the definition of a “Recession,” the IMF’s July World Economic Outlook, the Walmart indicator, record high inflation, quantitative tightening from the Fed, the cooling of the housing market, Coinbase insider trading and the Coinbase SEC investigation, El Salvador’s repurchasing of sovereign debt bonds, and one man’s quest to recover 8,000 bitcoin in a Welsh landfill using robot dogs.
This week’s guest commentator is Dylan LeClair of Bitcoin Magazine and UTXO Management. For this week’s story package we take a deeper look at...2022-07-2926 minHard Money with Natalie BrunellHard Money with Natalie Brunell: Alex Gladstein, Inflation Crisis, Tesla Sells Bitcoin, NY YankeesHard Money with Natalie Brunell features weekly headlines and hard hitting interviews from the world of Bitcoin and Finance, a macro update with Andy Edstrom, as well as Bitcoin stories from around the world.
Headlines this week include the strengthening dollar, the weakening Yen and Euro, the many inflation crises around the world, the ongoing Farmer protests, the effects of the Russia-conflict, Bitcoin miners forced to sell reserves, Tesla selling Bitcoin, Cleanspark purchasing over 1000 miners, and the New York Yankees partnering with NYDIG.
This week’s guest commentator is Alex Gladstein, Chief Strategy Officer for th...2022-07-2226 minHard Money with Natalie BrunellHard Money with Natalie Brunell: Greg Foss, Celsius Goes Bankrupt, Unrest & Protest around the WorldHard Money with Natalie Brunell features weekly headlines and hard hitting interviews from the world of Bitcoin and Finance, a macro update with Andy Edstrom, as well as Bitcoin stories from around the world. Headlines this week include the latest CPI numbers, looming rate hikes from the Federal Reserve, repayment of Mt. Gox creditors, accusations of Celsius Network being a ponzi scheme and their subsequent declaration of bankruptcy, more news for Voyager customers, as well as some bullish Bitcoin news from Robinhood, NYDIG, and Texas Bitcoin miners. This week we also zoom out and highlight some of the ongoing c...2022-07-1536 minHard Money with Natalie BrunellHard Money with Natalie Brunell: Lyn Alden, FTX & Sam Bankman-Fried, Bitcoin and Harley Davidsons?Hard Money with Natalie Brunell features weekly headlines and hard hitting interviews from the world of Bitcoin and Finance, a macro update with Andy Edstrom, as well as Bitcoin stories from around the world. Headlines this week include the ongoing liquidity crisis among CeFi lenders like Voyager Digital, Celsius, Kucoin and others in relation to the blowup of Three Arrows Capital, Glassnode’s latest research findings, Bitcoin Tourism in El Salvador and recent criticism of the country by The New York Times, regulatory action against Peter’s Schiff in Puerto Rico, the FTX-BlockFi deal, the prospect of continued Bitcoin minin...2022-07-0830 min
Hard Money with Natalie BrunellHard Money with Natalie Brunell: Michael Saylor on Bitcoin Crash, BlockFi Sale?! & Celsius Fall OutHard Money with Natalie Brunell features weekly headlines and hard hitting interviews from the world of Bitcoin and Finance, a macro update from Andy Edstrom, as well as Bitcoin stories from around the world.
Headlines this week include bitcoin mining loans, the SEC and Greyscale GBTC, Sango, the ongoing Celsius debacle and Alex Mashinsky, FTX buying BlockFi, Voyager Digital and Three Arrows Capital defaulting, as well as a new European Bitcoin conference in Amsterdam from Bitcoin Magazine. This week’s guest interview is with MicroStrategy CEO and Bitcoin Bull, Michael Saylor. For this week’s story package we wa...2022-07-0139 minHard Money with Natalie BrunellHard Money with Natalie Brunell - Episode 2Hard Money with Natalie Brunell features weekly headlines and hard hitting interviews from the world of Bitcoin and Finance, a macro update from Andy Edstrom, as well as Bitcoin stories from around the world.Topics this week include the the Proshares BITI Bitcoin ETF, Michael Saylor on CNBC, volatility in the stock market, the Federal Reserve and Jerome Powell on fears of continued inflation and a recession, the ongoing Celsius Network debacle and SEC investigation, Crypto bailouts from FTX, and more legislation around Bitcoin mining.
This week’s guest interview is with Vijay Boyapati, the author of “The...2022-06-2423 minHard Money with Natalie BrunellHard Money with Natalie Brunell - Episode 1Hard Money with Natalie Brunell features weekly headlines and hard hitting interviews from the world of Bitcoin and Finance, a macro update from Andy Edstrom, as well as Bitcoin stories from around the world.Topics this week include the Federal Reserve meeting, potential insolvency of Celsius Network, layoffs by Coinbase, BlockFi and others, as well Bitcoin mining in Texas providing relief to the energy grid amid a massive heat wave.
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