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Feb 26, 2025 • 57min

The Collapse of Venezuela - Mauricio Di Bartolomeo (Ep #177)

In this episode, Mauricio shares his experiences with Bitcoin mining in Venezuela, highlighting the corruption and extortion faced by miners and why his family had to flee the country because of it.He shares his experiences growing up in Venezuela during a time of hyperinflation, contrasting it with the more stable inflation seen in OECD countries. He explains the emotional and irrational nature of hyperinflation, detailing how it affects daily life, economic decisions, and the role of government and media in exacerbating the crisis.📬 Read our newsletter:⁠⁠https://newsletter.bitcoincollective.co/Mauricio Di Bartolomeo:X: https://x.com/cryptonomista/Ledn: https://ledn.io/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.
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Feb 18, 2025 • 56min

Why Businesses Need Bitcoin - Henry Herbert (Ep #176)

Henry shares his rich family history in the baking industry as a fifth-generation baker, taking us on his journey from a chef to a TV presenter and back to the family business. Henry dives into the challenges of running a bakery and the importance of quality in their products.He’s personally into Bitcoin but now looking at its potential to secure the future of their family business and ensure it continues to be passed down the generations. He emphasises the need for businesses to adapt and grow in a changing economic landscape, highlighting Bitcoin as a solution for long-term business sustainability.📬 Read our newsletter:⁠https://newsletter.bitcoincollective.co/Henry Herbert:Supper Club: https://www.henryherbert.co.uk/The Bakery: https://www.hobbshousebakery.co.uk/Henry’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feastwithhenryherbert/Henry’s X: https://x.com/HenryHe29277850I'm looking to get a group together to go to Henry's supper club, drop me a DM or email if you would be keen.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.
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Feb 11, 2025 • 55min

Bitcoin vs. Real Estate - Leon Wankum (Ep #175)

In this episode, Leon discusses his journey into real estate, the historical context of real estate as a store of value, and the emerging role of Bitcoin in this landscape. He explains the concept of the monetary premium and how it relates to real estate and Bitcoin, emphasizing the advantages of Bitcoin as a more liquid and accessible asset.Leon also addresses the ongoing housing crisis and the systemic issues within the fiat system, advocating for a shift towards Bitcoin as a solution for individuals and investors alike.📬 Read our newsletter:https://newsletter.bitcoincollective.co/Follow Leon:Prague talk:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Vs5_EMBfgAHis website:https://www.asystemofrules.org/Jeff Booth article:https://medium.com/the-bitcoin-times/the-greatest-game-b787ac3242b2Leon’s X:https://x.com/leonwankumFollow 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.
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Feb 4, 2025 • 52min

Gold Was My Hedge, Until I Found Bitcoin - Lawrence Lepard (Ep #174)

In this episode, Larry Lepard shares his journey from gold to Bitcoin and why he became a sound money advocate. Discussing his new book, he exposes flaws in the current monetary system and highlights Bitcoin’s role. He explains how zero interest rates, quantitative easing, and inflation drive wealth inequality and economic instability. He also delves into the importance of pattern recognition in understanding market cycles and humanity’s future. 📬 Read our newsletter: https://newsletter.bitcoincollective.co/p/lets-have-it Follow Larry: Order the book (NOW AVAILABLE): https://amzn.to/412RiHb X Account: https://x.com/LawrenceLepard 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 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.
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Jan 29, 2025 • 48min

The Convergence of Bitcoin and AI - Korok Ray (Ep #173)

Bitcoin and AI are two of the most disruptive technologies of our time, but how do they intersect? In this episode, Korok Ray, economist and professor at Texas A&M, explores the emerging relationship between Bitcoin and AI. We discuss how AI-powered agents could reshape economic transactions, why Bitcoin is uniquely suited for autonomous payments and the risks of Bitcoin being left behind in the AI revolution. Korok shares insights from his time in the White House during the 2008 financial crisis, his Bitcoin research, and his vision for a future where AI and Bitcoin converge. Korok and his work: Principles of Bitcoin: https://principlesofbtc.substack.com/ Bitcoin AI Institute: https://www.bitcoinai.institute/ Forbes article: https://www.forbes.com/sites/digital-assets/2024/12/10/bitcoin-and-ai-a-path-forward/ X: https://x.com/korokray 📫 Emails suck. Ours don't. Join our newsletter for free: https://newsletter.bitcoincollective.co/subscribe 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 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.
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Jan 8, 2025 • 52min

From Building Sports Betting Models to Bitcoin - Joe Bryan (Ep #172)

In this episode, Joe shares his journey from a career in finance to his deep involvement in Bitcoin. He discusses his early life, experiences during the financial crisis, and how he transitioned from options trading to modelling sports.  Having just launched his latest video, “What’s The Problem?” he discusses his journey in creating a presentation about Bitcoin, emphasising the importance of storytelling and linking personal issues to the broader economic problems that Bitcoin addresses. This is a Must Watch, please share it with those not into Bitcoin...yet. What’s The Problem? (Video) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YtFOxNbmD38 X: https://x.com/satsvsfiat/status/1876630536652771406 Find Joe: https://x.com/satmojoe Article Joe recommended: https://www.citadel21.com/why-the-yuppie-elite-dismiss-bitcoin 📫 Emails suck. Ours don't. Join for free: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠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.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.
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Jan 2, 2025 • 1h 2min

Monetising The UK’s Stranded Energy - Nick Bowick (Ep #171)

In this episode, we discuss the challenges and opportunities surrounding renewable energy in the UK, particularly in relation to the existing power grid and the transition to a more sustainable energy system. Exploring the complexities of energy production, the importance of systems engineering, and innovative solutions, particularly the role of Bitcoin mining as a means to utilise excess energy and reduce curtailment costs.  📫 Emails suck. Ours don't. Join for free: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://newsletter.bitcoincollective.co/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Content from the episode: BPUK Paper: https://uk.bitcoinpolicy.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Bitcoin-Mining-UK-Analysis-Aug-2024.pdf Cost of Electricity in the UK: https://www.ft.com/content/cfd77e84-5d5b-47ae-96bd-9973b1c18662 Jordan’s letter to the Scottish Gov: https://bitcoinmagazine.com/culture/bitcoin-is-the-answer-for-scotland Princeton Paper: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2666278724000084 Nick's Episode on WBD: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-sSviLJ2dNo Connect with Nick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-bowick-a0092a4a/ & https://x.com/DarthPeebles This was my first in-person interview, please let me know if you enjoyed it and if the audio is okay. 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/⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jaywalker.1/⁠⁠⁠⁠ 💡 Got an idea for the podcast or feedback? Email: hello@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.
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Dec 19, 2024 • 60min

The Mindset You Need in a World of Chaos and Change - Jeff Booth (Ep #170)

In this episode, Jordan explores Jeff’s entrepreneurial journey, from early influences and challenges to his shift from real estate to tech. They discuss the future of education in a tech-driven world, the value of critical thinking, Bitcoin’s role in the emerging global free market, and how individual belief systems shape our reality. 📫 Read the 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/⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jaywalker.1/⁠⁠⁠ 💡 Got an idea for the podcast or feedback? Email: hello@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.
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Dec 10, 2024 • 44min

Bitcoin Self-Custody Made Easy - Jason Karsh (Ep #169)

In this episode, Jason Karsh discusses Bitkey, the self-custody wallet built by Jack Dorsey’s Block, which offers an easier and simplified way to custody Bitcoin. Jason discusses his journey in the tech world, his experiences at various crypto companies, and the challenges of educating new users about Bitcoin security. Highlights the innovative approach of Bitkey in simplifying self-custody solutions and the significance of open-source development in building trust. Order a Bitkey and get 33% off with code: COLLECTIVE Follow Jason Karsh: https://x.com/jasonkarsh/ Find out more about Bitkey: https://bitkey.world/ 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/⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jaywalker.1/⁠⁠ Read the newsletter: ⁠⁠https://newsletter.bitcoincollective.co/⁠⁠ 💡 Got an idea for the podcast or feedback? Email: hello@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.
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Dec 8, 2024 • 41min

The Swiss Lawmaker Pushing Bitcoin - Samuel Kullmann (Ep #168)

In this episode, Samuel Kullmann, a member of the Swiss parliament, discusses his journey into Bitcoin, his political advocacy for Bitcoin and the recent proposals he has introduced regarding Bitcoin mining in Bern. He shares insights on the challenges of being a public Bitcoiner, the importance of cross-party collaboration, and the educational efforts he has undertaken to inform fellow politicians about Bitcoin. Kullmann also reflects on the political implications of Bitcoin and the future of Bitcoin in Switzerland. Follow Samuel: https://x.com/samuelkullmann 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/⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jaywalker.1/⁠⁠ Read the newsletter: ⁠⁠https://newsletter.bitcoincollective.co/⁠⁠ 💡 Got an idea for the podcast or feedback? Email: hello@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.

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