The News Agents Coining It with Lewis Goodall | Ep 2 - Coining It
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Oct 11, 2025 In this engaging discussion, Kimmy Capon, a local woman close to James Parker, shares how he transformed her and her mother's lives after discovering a Bitcoin glitch. She recounts their first encounters with his extravagant spending and how he taught friends to leverage the glitch for their own wealth. The conversation reveals the community's mixed reactions to his sudden fortune, and the allure of James's generosity that drew them into a tight-knit group. Kimmy's perspective offers a unique glimpse into the highs and lows of newfound wealth.
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From Benefits To Bitcoin Millionaire
- James Parker was a down-on-his-luck Blackpool man who suddenly presented as a Bitcoin millionaire.
- He used newfound wealth to befriend locals and lavish them with cash and gifts in a hotel bar.
Friends Formed In The Hotel Bar
- Kimmy, Jordan and Kelly met James at the North Euston Hotel bar where he spent freely and made friends.
- Jordan and others watched him flaunt huge balances and give out cash and tips liberally.
Generosity Builds Social Capital
- James's generosity made him locally famous and created loyalty across Fleetwood and Blackpool.
- He bought cars, shares and gave huge tips, reinforcing a Robin Hood image among locals.