Natalie Brunell

Natalie Brunell, a bitcoin educator and journalist, joins Marty Bent, founder of TFTC, and Thomas Pacchia, creator of a bitcoin-themed bar in NYC, for an engaging discussion recorded at Bitcoin Investor Week. They delve into their personal journeys into bitcoin and the balance between adoption and maintaining its core ethos. Topics include Bitcoin's dual identity as currency and asset, its cultural significance, and its potential to impact diverse communities. The conversation also touches on bitcoin's role in a free market and shares thoughts on the broader crypto landscape.

In this engaging discussion, Natalie Brunell, a former investigative journalist and host of the Coin Stories podcast, delves into the transformative power of Bitcoin. She argues that BTC is not just an investment but a new, incorruptible financial system promoting freedom and equality. Topics range from strategies for integrating Bitcoin into investment portfolios to the risks of third-party brokers. Natalie also tackles Bitcoin's role in mitigating inflation and wealth disparities, making a compelling case for its significance in modern finance.

Joining the discussion are Kevin Cirilli, a former chief Washington correspondent for Bloomberg with deep insights into cryptocurrency, and Natalie Brunell, host of the 'Coin Stories' podcast and a Bitcoin advocate. They dive into Trump's influence on the crypto market, tackle the risks associated with meme coins, and speculate on potential regulatory changes under his administration. The conversation also covers the future of Bitcoin and its transformative potential for younger generations, emphasizing the importance of transparency in cryptocurrency transactions.

This week's guest: Lyn Alden joins Natalie Brunell to discuss the fallout in the global banking system after the Silicon Valley Bank collapse. Lyn Alden is a full-time investor and independent financial analyst. She has been performing investment research for over 15 years in various public and private capacities, and founded Lyn Alden Investment Strategy in 2016. Lyn has a Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and a Master’s in engineering management. She went from intern to lead engineer at an aviation facility before retiring with financial independence at 33. Her goal is to provide institutional-level research in plain English, so institutional and retail investors can benefit.  Follow Lyn on Twitter https://twitter.com/LynAldenContact  Partners: ✔️ Coin Stories is powered by  @Swan_Bitcoin  the best way to build your Bitcoin stack with automated Bitcoin savings plans and instant purchases. Swan serves clients of any size, from $10 to $10M+. Visit https://www.swanbitcoin.com/nataliebrunell for $10 in Bitcoin when you sign up. If you are planning to buy more than $100,000 of Bitcoin over the next year, the Swan Private team can help.  ✔️ BITCOIN 2023 by  @BitcoinMagazine  will be the biggest Bitcoin event in history May 18-20 in Miami Beach. Speakers include Michael Saylor, Lyn Alden and Michelle Phan, plus a Day 3 music festival. Nearly 30,000 people attended Bitcoin 2022. Get an early bird pass at a steep discount at https://b.tc/conference code HODL for 10% off your pass.   ✔️ Fold is the best Bitcoin rewards debit card and shopping app in the world! Earn Bitcoin on everything you purchase with Fold's Bitcoin cash back debit card, and spin the Daily Wheel to earn free Bitcoin. Head to https://www.foldapp.com/natalie for 5,000 in free sats!  ✔️ Health insurance needs an overhaul. The government and insurance companies have jacked the price, increased complexity, and made insurance almost unusable. You send your money to the health insurance black hole and never see it again. Then, when you get hurt you have to send them more money. The great news is now you have an alternative: CrowdHealth. It’s totally different from insurance. Instead of sending your hard earned money to an insurance company, you hold your money in an account CrowdHealth helps you set up when you join. You can even convert dollars in that account into Bitcoin. When someone in the community has a health need, you help them out directly and if there is Bitcoin or $ left over in your account when you leave, you take it with you. https://www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie  ✔️ With iTrustCapital you can invest in crypto without worrying about taxes or fees, through an individual retirement account. IRAs are tax-sheltered accounts, which means all your crypto trading is tax-free and can even grow tax-free over time. The best part is it’s totally free to open an account, and there are no hidden fees, monthly subscriptions or membership fees. Your account is FDIC insured up to $250,000. Get a $100 funding bonus if you open and fund an account. Go to https://itrust.capital/nataliebrunell to learn more and open a free account.   The custom Bitcoin B sculpture featured on Natalie’s set can be purchased at www.vonbitcoin.com   OTHER RESOURCES  Natalie’s website https://talkingbitcoin.com/  Lyn’s website https://www.lynalden.com   VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE’S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories BTC wallet bc1ql8dqjp46s4eq9k3lxt0lxzh6f2wcu35cl6944d   FOLLOW NATALIE ON SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter https://twitter.com/natbrunell  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nataliebrunell  Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliebrunell   Producer: Aron Bender https://www.linkedin.com/in/aron-bender/    DISCLAIMER This show is for entertainment purposes only and does not give financial advice. Before making any decisions consult a professional. #bitcoin #cryptocurrency #money    

In this discussion, Natalie Brunell, a Bitcoin investor and educator, shares insights from her upcoming book, "Bitcoin is for Everyone." She elaborates on her investment strategy, emphasizing a bullish outlook despite current market challenges. Natalie advocates for dollar-cost averaging as a smart investment approach, highlighting its low-stress nature. The conversation also touches on the growing institutional interest in Bitcoin and its potential as a financial freedom catalyst, contrasting it with the more bearish retail investor sentiment.