The Bitcoin Collective
Welcome to The Bitcoin Collective podcast with Jordan Walker. Are you sick of finance bros and techie nerds saying to learn Bitcoin but then leaving you high and dry? Don’t worry, I’ve got you.
On this podcast, you’ll hear real, honest and relatable stories, news and guests from the Bitcoin space. Nothing techie and geared towards helping you understand and keep up with Bitcoin.
Latest episodes
Apr 29, 2025 • 54min
Cambridge Bitcoin Mining Report - Alexander Neumüller (#187)
Alexander Neumüller, Principal Researcher and lead author, discusses the new Cambridge Digital Mining Industry Report by the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance, providing unprecedented data on Bitcoin's energy usage and sustainability.Dive into the latest findings on Bitcoin mining's sustainable energy mix, which has jumped to 52% from 37.6% in 2022. Alexander unpacks key trends including geographic shifts in mining operations, off-grid mining growth, and how Bitcoin miners are monetising stranded energy sources worldwide.The Report: https://www.jbs.cam.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025-04-cambridge-digital-mining-industry-report.pdf00:00 Introduction to the Bitcoin Industry00:37 Guest Introductions and Report Overview00:51 Insights from the Cambridge Digital Mining Industry Report06:07 Sustainable Energy Mix in Bitcoin Mining06:56 Geographical Shifts in Mining Activity12:40 Challenges and Opportunities in the UK18:50 Diversification and Future Trends in Bitcoin Mining21:55 Cambridge Bitcoin Electricity Consumption Index26:13 Historical Data and Theoretical Models26:50 Electricity Consumption and Emissions27:40 Off-Grid vs. On-Grid Mining30:12 Creative Energy Solutions for Mining32:38 Decentralizing Bitcoin Mining39:27 Surprising Findings from the Report47:51 Changing Narratives Around Bitcoin52:34 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsFollow Alexander:💼 Linkedin: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/alexander-neumuellerCambridge Centre for Alternative Finance: https://www.jbs.cam.ac.uk/faculty-research/centres/alternative-finance/Follow Jordan:💬 X: https://x.com/JayW132💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-walker-293955106/🎟️ BTC Prague 10% discount. Use code ‘Collective’: https://btcprague.com/?promo_id=29925&key=73b81a9f954c82bbd48b5f2e5a360eb4💡 Got an idea for the podcast or feedback? Email: hello@bitcoincollective.co📬 Read our newsletter: https://newsletter.bitcoincollective.co/All content provided by The Bitcoin Collective Ltd. and guests in this episode is for informational and educational purposes only and is not meant to represent financial, trade or investment advice.The First UK Company to Go Public With Bitcoin on Its Balance Sheet
Apr 24, 2025 • 43min
The UK’s First Public Bitcoin Treasury Company - Andrew Webley (#186)
Andrew Webley, founder and CEO of The Smarter Web Company, joins to talk about taking his company public, with Bitcoin at the centre of its treasury strategy.We dive into the story behind this bold move, the thinking that led him here, and what it means to run a profitable UK business while aligning with a long-term Bitcoin vision. From designing websites to designing a company built to last, Andrew shares what makes this moment so important, not just for his business, but for Bitcoin in the UK.Follow AndrewX: https://x.com/asjwebleyWebsite: https://www.smarterwebcompany.co.uk/Chapters00:00 – Intro: Taking a UK Company Public with Bitcoin01:10 – Founding Smarter Web and Satoshi’s Birthday Connection04:15 – The Rollercoaster of Going Public07:00 – What Smarter Web Actually Does13:00 – Drawing Parallels: MicroStrategy, McDonald’s & Treasury Strategy17:20 – Why Bitcoin? Strategic Thinking & Long-Term Planning21:00 – Public Company vs Private Company Advantages26:30 – Building Something the UK Can Be Proud Of30:10 – The MetaPlanet Comparison and Bitcoin Accumulation35:20 – Can Bitcoin Make the UK Great Again?37:00 – Saylor’s Influence and Strategy Outlook40:00 – Will More UK Businesses Follow This Path?42:00 – Advice for Other Founders Considering Bitcoin44:00 – Final Thoughts and What Comes NextFollow Jordan:💬 X: https://x.com/JayW132💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-walker-293955106/🎟️ BTC Prague 10% discount. Use code ‘Collective’: https://btcprague.com/?promo_id=29925&key=73b81a9f954c82bbd48b5f2e5a360eb4💡 Got an idea for the podcast or feedback? Email: hello@bitcoincollective.co📬 Read our newsletter: https://newsletter.bitcoincollective.co/All content provided by The Bitcoin Collective Ltd. and guests in this episode is for informational and educational purposes only and is not meant to represent financial, trade or investment advice.For full transparency, Jordan holds shares in The Smarter Web Company.The First UK Company to Go Public With Bitcoin on Its Balance Sheet
Apr 17, 2025 • 16min
The Greatest Asymmetric Opportunity - Jordan Solo Episode (#185)
This episode is a little different.Recently, some of the ideas I’ve shared about Bitcoin on social media have started gaining traction. So I wanted to bring those thoughts together and put them into a dedicated episode.It’s just me, sharing what I see happening, where the world might be heading, and why I’ve never been more bullish on Bitcoin.Thank you to everyone who tunes in and supports the show each week, it means the world🙌🧡Links I reference👉Ray Dalio Article: https://x.com/RayDalio/status/1909296189473693729👉Jeff Booth’s book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Price-Tomorrow-Deflation-Abundant-Future/dp/1999257405👉 Our Newsletter: https://newsletter.bitcoincollective.co/Follow Jordan:💬 X: https://x.com/JayW132💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-walker-293955106/🎟️ BTC Prague 10% discount. Use code ‘Collective’: https://btcprague.com/?promo_id=29925&key=73b81a9f954c82bbd48b5f2e5a360eb4💡 Got an idea for the podcast or feedback? Email: hello@bitcoincollective.coAll content provided by The Bitcoin Collective Ltd. and guests in this episode is for informational and educational purposes only and is not meant to represent financial, trade or investment advice.
Apr 10, 2025 • 56min
Bitcoin, Business, and the UK Tax Problem - Robin Thatcher (#184)
This is a straight-talking, UK-focused episode with Robin Thatcher, also known as The Bitcoin and Crypto Accountant. With over 20+ years in finance and accounting, including time at FTSE companies, Robin shares why he left the 9–5 to start his own firm and how that journey led him to Bitcoin.We unpack how the UK tax system treats Bitcoin, the regulatory hurdles businesses face, and what most people misunderstand about tax, self-custody, counterparty risk, and inheritance planning.Follow RobinX: https://x.com/Thesecretinves2Email: robin.thatcher@bythebookaccountancy.co.ukWebsite: www.bythebookaccountancy.co.ukFollow Jordan:💬 X: https://x.com/JayW132💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-walker-293955106/🎟️ BTC Prague 10% discount. Use code ‘Collective’:https://btcprague.com/?promo_id=29925&key=73b81a9f954c82bbd48b5f2e5a360eb4💡 Got an idea for the podcast or feedback? Email: hello@bitcoincollective.co📬 Read our newsletter: https://newsletter.bitcoincollective.co/All content provided by The Bitcoin Collective Ltd. and guests in this episode is for informational and educational purposes only and is not meant to represent financial, trade or investment advice.
Apr 6, 2025 • 56min
A Wealth Manager’s Journey Into Bitcoin - Alan Smith (#183)
This is a refreshing and relatable conversation with Alan Smith, founder and CEO of Capital Partners, a London-based independent wealth management firm managing over £500 million for around 300 affluent families.Though relatively new to diving into Bitcoin, Alan brings a thoughtful and open-minded perspective shaped by decades of experience advising clients who are trying to make sense of where to put their wealth.We explore the growing generational wealth divide, inflation, broken financial incentives, and how a more digital, mobile economy is forcing countries to rethink how they attract and retain citizens.Find Alan:X: https://x.com/alanjlsmith/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alancapital/Capital Partners: https://capital.co.uk/Alan’s Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3Q6dljob9ybkS8iRoEipBJ?si=e50ec60dc1f24bd5&nd=1&dlsi=dd6dd9bb93b0431aFollow the Bitcoin Collective:💬 X: https://x.com/BitcoinColl💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-collective/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoincollectiveuk/Follow Jordan:💬 X: https://x.com/JayW132💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-walker-293955106/🎟️ BTC Prague 10% discount. Use code ‘Collective’:https://btcprague.com/?promo_id=29925&key=73b81a9f954c82bbd48b5f2e5a360eb4💡 Got an idea for the podcast or feedback? Email: hello@bitcoincollective.co📬 Read our newsletter: https://newsletter.bitcoincollective.co/All content provided by The Bitcoin Collective Ltd. and guests in this episode is for informational and educational purposes only and is not meant to represent financial, trade or investment advice.
Mar 27, 2025 • 52min
A Serbian Prince on Bitcoin and Monarchies - with Prince Philip of Serbia (#182)
His Royal Highness Hereditary Prince Philip of Serbia and Yugoslavia, also known as Prince Filip Karađorđević, shares his views on Bitcoin, financial sovereignty, and the future of global money.In this episode, he discusses his transition from traditional finance to Bitcoin advocacy, the distinction between Bitcoin and crypto, and the role of sound money in preserving freedom. Drawing on his royal heritage and experience with JAN3, Prince Filip offers a unique perspective on civilisation, governance, and why Bitcoin may be essential for the next chapter of human progress.Follow Prince Philip:X: https://x.com/princfilip1/Jan3: https://jan3.com/Follow the Bitcoin Collective:💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/BitcoinColl💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-collective/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoincollectiveuk/Follow Jordan:💬 Twitter: https://x.com/JayW132💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-walker-293955106/💡 Got an idea for the podcast or feedback?Email: hello@bitcoincollective.co📬 Read our newsletter:https://newsletter.bitcoincollective.co/All content provided by The Bitcoin Collective Ltd. and guests in this episode is for informational and educational purposes only and is not meant to represent financial, trade or investment advice.
Mar 20, 2025 • 49min
Europe’s First Bitcoin Treasury Company - Alexandre Laizet (#181)
Bitcoin on the balance sheet isn’t just a trend: it’s a game-changer. Alexandre Laizet is leading the charge with Europe’s first publicly listed Bitcoin treasury company, The Blockchain Group. Inspired by MicroStrategy, Alexandre and the team are raising millions to buy Bitcoin and proving why corporations must rethink their approach.In this episode, we discuss why businesses are adopting Bitcoin, how treasury strategies ultimately work and are evolving, and what it takes to bring institutional adoption to Europe. Alexandre and The Blockchain GroupLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandre-laizet/X: https://x.com/AlexandreLaizethttps://x.com/AlexandreLaizetWebsite: https://www.theblockchain-group.com/Follow the Bitcoin Collective:💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/BitcoinColl💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-collective/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoincollectiveuk/Follow Jordan:💬 Twitter: https://x.com/JayW132💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-walker-293955106/💡 Got an idea for the podcast or feedback?Email: hello@bitcoincollective.co📬 Read our newsletter:https://newsletter.bitcoincollective.co/All content provided by The Bitcoin Collective Ltd. and guests in this episode is for informational and educational purposes only and is not meant to represent financial, trade or investment advice.
Mar 13, 2025 • 53min
How is Fidelity Digital Assets viewing Bitcoin? - Manuel Nordeste (#180)
Manuel Nordeste is Vice-President at Fidelity Digital Assets and leads the business development team outside of the United States.In this episode, Manuel discusses the evolving landscape of Bitcoin and digital assets, focusing on market sentiment, institutional interest, and the role of Fidelity Digital Assets. Exploring how regulatory changes and educational efforts have influenced corporate strategies and investor behaviour, particularly in relation to ETFs and the impact of companies like MicroStrategy. The episode was recorded on the 28th of Feb, 2025.Fidelity Digital Assets:- Bitcoin First (original): https://fwc.widen.net/s/kx6vn9hkfw/bitcoin-first- Bitcoin First (updated): https://fwc.widen.net/s/vbgwdtmnrf/1012662.6.0---fdas-bitcoin-first-revisited-v1- 2025 Look Ahead: https://fwc.widen.net/s/zrvf5hfjfs/fda-2025-look-ahead-report---final- Manuel Nordeste: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mnordeste/----Jordan’s Bitcoin Products and Event Links:🔐 What I use for cold storage - Bitkey: bitkey.pxf.io/rage73🇨🇿 Upcoming BTC Prague: 10% off with code COLLECTIVE: https://btcprague.com/?promo_id=29925&key=73b81a9f954c82bbd48b5f2e5a360eb4----Chapters:00:00 Market Sentiment and Cycles02:55 Fidelity Digital Assets: An Overview06:04 Growth and Evolution of Fidelity's Digital Assets12:02 Fidelity's Approach to Mining and Technology14:46 Education and Institutional Adoption20:30 The Role of ETFs in Bitcoin Adoption27:48 Corporate Strategies and Bitcoin Adoption33:46 Barriers to Institutional Adoption39:51 The Future of Bitcoin in Corporate Treasuries46:09 Regulatory Challenges and Market Access in the UKFollow Jordan:💬 Twitter: https://x.com/JayW132💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-walker-293955106/Follow the Bitcoin Collective:📬 Read our newsletter:https://newsletter.bitcoincollective.co/💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/BitcoinColl💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-collective/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoincollectiveuk/💡 Got an idea for the podcast or feedback?Email: hello@bitcoincollective.coAll content provided by The Bitcoin Collective Ltd. and guests in this episode is for informational and educational purposes only and is not meant to represent financial, trade or investment advice.
Mar 7, 2025 • 49min
Will the UK Ever Take Bitcoin Seriously? - Freddie New (#179)
In this episode, Freddie New joins me for an ‘emergency meeting’ to discuss the recent announcement of the US government adopting Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset. The implications of this decision, contrasting the US's progressive stance with the UK's more cautious approach to Bitcoin. Executive Order: https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/03/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-establishes-the-strategic-bitcoin-reserve-and-u-s-digital-asset-stockpile/Freddie New:X: https://x.com/freddienewBitcoin Policy UK: https://uk.bitcoinpolicy.net/📬 Read our newsletter:https://newsletter.bitcoincollective.co/Follow the Bitcoin Collective:💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/BitcoinColl💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-collective/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoincollectiveuk/Follow Jordan:💬 Twitter: https://x.com/JayW132💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-walker-293955106/💡 Got an idea for the podcast or feedback?Email:hello@bitcoincollective.coAll content provided by The Bitcoin Collective Ltd. and guests in this episode is for informational and educational purposes only and is not meant to represent financial, trade or investment advice.
Mar 6, 2025 • 51min
Unlocking Africa’s Stranded Energy - Erik Hersman (#178)
In this episode, Erik Hersman shares his journey from being a tech advocate in Africa to becoming a key player in the Bitcoin mining space. We discuss the innovative approach of Gridless, a Bitcoin mining company that focuses on utilising stranded energy in rural Africa. Gridless are one of my favourite Bitcoin companies out there, I hope you enjoy this conversation as their work is really important.📬 Read our newsletter:https://newsletter.bitcoincollective.co/Erik Hersman:X: https://x.com/whiteafricanGridless: https://gridlesscompute.com/Erik’s Article: https://africansignals.substack.com/p/unlocking-energy-for-600m-the-20m/Follow the Bitcoin Collective:💬 Twitter: https://twitter.com/BitcoinColl💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-collective/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoincollectiveuk/Follow Jordan:💬 Twitter: https://x.com/JayW132💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-walker-293955106/💡 Got an idea for the podcast or feedback?Email:hello@bitcoincollective.coAll content provided by The Bitcoin Collective Ltd. and guests in this episode is for informational and educational purposes only and is not meant to represent financial, trade or investment advice.
