

BTC Sessions
Ben Perrin
Get your dose of Bitcoin with weekly news roundups and "Why Are We Bullish" panel shows featuring Bitcoiners from around the world!
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Dec 22, 2023 • 1h 39min
WHY ARE WE BULLISH? Gigi, Andre Loja, Pablo7z - BTC CHAT ep385
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For US based customers:
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Canadian customers:
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Start9 is your Bitcoin & lightning node, and full personal server - enabling you to take back control from the gatekeepers of your money and data! Grab Server Lite,One or Pro today and become truly self-sovereign!
https://start9.com/
Coinkite offers the BEST Bitcoin hardware on the market. Use this link to get 5% off anything in their store:
https://store.coinkite.com/promo/BTCSessions
HodlHodl is a NON-CUSTODIAL, NON-KYC solution to stack sats peer to peer! Buy and sell Bitcoin while maintaining privacy. Sign up and try it out today!
https://hodlhodl.com/join/BTCSESSION
Free video tutorials not enough? Need some extra hand-holding when mastering self-custody, multisig, coinjoin, running a node, or other skills? Book me for a private session on my website!
https://www.btcsessions.ca/
Been watching the show for a while? Like what you see? Help me cover my video costs by sending some sats over on my Geyser Fund page!
https://geyser.fund/project/btcsessions

Dec 15, 2023 • 44min
THIS IS WAR: Warren's New Bill Threatens BTC Custody Rights ep384
In today's update, we delve into Senator Elizabeth Warren's bill proposing to outlaw Bitcoin custody, a major development with potential to significantly impact Bitcoin ownership in the U.S. We also explore El Salvador's pioneering move to issue Bitcoin bonds in Q1 2024, amidst the backdrop of the escalating US debt situation. Additionally, we cover a new exploit found in Ledger Wallets, crucial for Bitcoin security, and discuss the implications of the FASB's latest rule change for Bitcoin treasuries. Join us for an insightful analysis of these key stories shaping the Bitcoin landscape.
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Coinkite offers the BEST Bitcoin hardware on the market. Use this link to get 5% off anything in their store:
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Nunchuk Wallet and their Honey Badger plan is a best in class assisted multisig setup with built-in inheritance planning and NO KYC. Pass on your savings to your loved ones with ease in a simple claiming process with full customer support. Check them out today!
https://nunchuk.io/
SEEDOR is one of the most robust metal backups on the market today. Get your SEEDOR starter set today! Use this link for 5% off. https://www.seedor.io/discount/BTCSESSIONS?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fprodukte
For US based customers:
https://www.seedor.io/btcsessions
Canadian customers:
https://link.thecryptoboutique.ca/BTCSessionsSeedor
Start9 is your Bitcoin & lightning node, and full personal server - enabling you to take back control from the gatekeepers of your money and data! Grab a Server Lite, One or Pro today and become truly self-sovereign!
https://start9.com/
HodlHodl is a NON-CUSTODIAL, NON-KYC solution to stack sats peer to peer! Buy and sell Bitcoin while maintaining privacy. Furthermore, you can check out their Lend platform for p2p loans that are never rehypothecated. Sign up and try it out today!
https://hodlhodl.com/join/BTCSESSION
Free video tutorials not enough? Need some extra hand-holding when mastering self-custody, multisig, coinjoin, running a node, or other skills? Book me for a private session on my website!
https://www.btcsessions.ca/
Been watching the show for a while? Like what you see? Help me cover my video costs by sending some sats over on my Geyser Fund page!
https://geyser.fund/project/btcsessions

Dec 11, 2023 • 2h 3min
WHY ARE WE BULLISH? Seed Signer, BJ Dichter, Surfer Jim ep383
Dive into the world of Bitcoin with our dynamic panel discussion featuring notable figures BJ Dichter, a key player in the Canadian trucker protest and Bitcoin fundraising, Surfer Jim from The BTC Advisor, and the innovators behind Seed Signer's self-sovereign DIY Bitcoin signing devices. Explore the synergy of activism, financial independence, and technological innovation in the Bitcoin space, gaining unique insights into how Bitcoin is shaping and empowering communities and individuals globally. Join us for this enlightening session that connects the dots between real-world events and Bitcoin's transformative impact. #BitcoinDiscussion #BitcoinTechnology #FinancialFreedom
FOLLOW TODAY’S PANELISTS:
https://twitter.com/BJdichter
https://twitter.com/surferjimw
https://twitter.com/SeedSigner
💪 SUPPORT THE SHOW:
Nunchuk Wallet and their Honey Badger plan is a best in class assisted mutisig setup with built-in inheritance planning and NO KYC. Check them out today!
https://nunchuk.io/
SEEDOR is one of the most robust metal backups on the market today. Get your SEEDOR starter set today! Use this link for 5% off. https://www.seedor.io/discount/BTCSESSIONS?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fprodukte
For US based customers:
https://www.seedor.io/btcsessions
Canadian customers:
https://link.thecryptoboutique.ca/BTCSessionsSeedor
Start9 is your Bitcoin & lightning node, and full personal server - enabling you to take back control from the gatekeepers of your money and data! Grab Server Lite,One or Pro today and become truly self-sovereign!
https://start9.com/
Coinkite offers the BEST Bitcoin hardware on the market. Use this link to get 5% off anything in their store:
https://store.coinkite.com/promo/BTCSessions
HodlHodl is a NON-CUSTODIAL, NON-KYC solution to stack sats peer to peer! Buy and sell Bitcoin while maintaining privacy. Sign up and try it out today!
https://hodlhodl.com/join/BTCSESSION
Free video tutorials not enough? Need some extra hand-holding when mastering self-custody, multisig, coinjoin, running a node, or other skills? Book me for a private session on my website!
https://www.btcsessions.ca/
Been watching the show for a while? Like what you see? Help me cover my video costs by sending some sats over on my Geyser Fund page!
https://geyser.fund/project/btcsessions

Dec 8, 2023 • 58min
Adam Back: $700K Bitcoin THIS Cycle! ep382
In today's must-watch Bitcoin news roundup, we delve into the groundbreaking prediction by Adam Back, who foresees Bitcoin soaring to a staggering $700,000 in this cycle. This monumental forecast comes amid a backdrop of increasingly pressing issues. We explore the ongoing challenges to freedom of speech and how they intersect with the cryptocurrency world. In a turn of events, Nayib Bukele, the President of El Salvador, finds vindication in his country's pioneering adoption of Bitcoin, showcasing the potential of cryptocurrencies in national economies. Meanwhile, Bitcoin emerges as a hot topic in the GOP presidential debates, signaling its growing influence in political spheres. Additionally, we examine Jamie Dimon's controversial statement about shutting down Bitcoin if given governmental power. Join us as we dissect these pivotal developments and their implications for Bitcoin's future.
💪 SUPPORT THE SHOW:
Coinkite offers the BEST Bitcoin hardware on the market. Use this link to get 5% off anything in their store:
https://store.coinkite.com/promo/BTCSessions
Nunchuk Wallet and their Honey Badger plan is a best in class assisted multisig setup with built-in inheritance planning and NO KYC. Pass on your savings to your loved ones with ease in a simple claiming process with full customer support. Check them out today!
https://nunchuk.io/
SEEDOR is one of the most robust metal backups on the market today. Get your SEEDOR starter set today! Use this link for 5% off. https://www.seedor.io/discount/BTCSESSIONS?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fprodukte
For US based customers:
https://www.seedor.io/btcsessions
Canadian customers:
https://link.thecryptoboutique.ca/BTCSessionsSeedor
Start9 is your Bitcoin & lightning node, and full personal server - enabling you to take back control from the gatekeepers of your money and data! Grab a Server Lite, One or Pro today and become truly self-sovereign!
https://start9.com/
HodlHodl is a NON-CUSTODIAL, NON-KYC solution to stack sats peer to peer! Buy and sell Bitcoin while maintaining privacy. Furthermore, you can check out their Lend platform for p2p loans that are never rehypothecated. Sign up and try it out today!
https://hodlhodl.com/join/BTCSESSION
Free video tutorials not enough? Need some extra hand-holding when mastering self-custody, multisig, coinjoin, running a node, or other skills? Book me for a private session on my website!
https://www.btcsessions.ca/
Been watching the show for a while? Like what you see? Help me cover my video costs by sending some sats over on my Geyser Fund page!
https://geyser.fund/project/btcsessions

Dec 1, 2023 • 58min
Does Every Bitcoin Transaction Drain a Pool's Worth of Water?! ep381
Join us in this exciting episode as we dive deep into the latest Bitcoin buzz! We're starting off by tackling the new environmental FUD surrounding Bitcoin, debunking myths about its water usage. Next, we discuss the launch of the decentralized mining pool "Ocean" and its potential impact on the crypto space. Don't miss our analysis of Michael Saylor and Microstrategy's unrelenting Bitcoin investment strategy. We also cover the groundbreaking meeting between Samson Mow, Jan3, and the President of Colombia, exploring what this could mean for Bitcoin's future. Lastly, we unravel the chilling story of a hacking victim who lost Bitcoin from a cold wallet, including the jaw-dropping 83 BTC transaction fee. Stay tuned for a blend of facts, insights, and expert opinions!
💪 SUPPORT THE SHOW:
Coinkite offers the BEST Bitcoin hardware on the market. Use this link to get 5% off anything in their store:
https://store.coinkite.com/promo/BTCSessions
Nunchuk Wallet and their Honey Badger plan is a best in class assisted multisig setup with built-in inheritance planning and NO KYC. Pass on your savings to your loved ones with ease in a simple claiming process with full customer support. Check them out today!
https://nunchuk.io/
SEEDOR is one of the most robust metal backups on the market today. Get your SEEDOR starter set today! Use this link for 5% off. https://www.seedor.io/discount/BTCSESSIONS?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fprodukte
For US based customers:
https://www.seedor.io/btcsessions
Canadian customers:
https://link.thecryptoboutique.ca/BTCSessionsSeedor
Start9 is your Bitcoin & lightning node, and full personal server - enabling you to take back control from the gatekeepers of your money and data! Grab a Server Lite, One or Pro today and become truly self-sovereign!
https://start9.com/
HodlHodl is a NON-CUSTODIAL, NON-KYC solution to stack sats peer to peer! Buy and sell Bitcoin while maintaining privacy. Furthermore, you can check out their Lend platform for p2p loans that are never rehypothecated. Sign up and try it out today!
https://hodlhodl.com/join/BTCSESSION
Free video tutorials not enough? Need some extra hand-holding when mastering self-custody, multisig, coinjoin, running a node, or other skills? Book me for a private session on my website!
https://www.btcsessions.ca/
Been watching the show for a while? Like what you see? Help me cover my video costs by sending some sats over on my Geyser Fund page!
https://geyser.fund/project/btcsessions

Nov 27, 2023 • 1h 41min
WHY ARE WE BULLISH? Julian Fahrer, Martell Fox, Smeet Bhatt - BITCOIN CHAT ep380
Join Julian Fahrer from Apollo Sats, Martell Fox of Layer 4 Talent, and Smeet Bhatt from Theya Bitcoin in a captivating video discussion. These industry leaders share their deep insights on Bitcoin's burgeoning potential. The conversation covers a spectrum of topics, from Bitcoin's role in revolutionizing digital payments to its impact on talent acquisition in the tech world. They also explore innovative developments within the Bitcoin network and its growing significance in the global financial landscape. This video is essential viewing for anyone interested in the strategic, technical, and economic aspects of Bitcoin. #BitcoinGrowth #DigitalPayments #TechTalent #BitcoinNetwork #GlobalFinance #BitcoinStrategy #BitcoinInsights
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https://twitter.com/julian__fahrer
https://twitter.com/Martellfox
https://twitter.com/smeet_bhatt
💪 SUPPORT THE SHOW:
Nunchuk Wallet and their Honey Badger plan is a best in class assisted mutisig setup with built-in inheritance planning and NO KYC. Check them out today!
https://nunchuk.io/
SEEDOR is one of the most robust metal backups on the market today. Get your SEEDOR starter set today! Use this link for 5% off. https://www.seedor.io/discount/BTCSESSIONS?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fprodukte
For US based customers:
https://www.seedor.io/btcsessions
Canadian customers:
https://link.thecryptoboutique.ca/BTCSessionsSeedor
Start9 is your Bitcoin & lightning node, and full personal server - enabling you to take back control from the gatekeepers of your money and data! Grab Server Lite,One or Pro today and become truly self-sovereign!
https://start9.com/
Coinkite offers the BEST Bitcoin hardware on the market. Use this link to get 5% off anything in their store:
https://store.coinkite.com/promo/BTCSessions
HodlHodl is a NON-CUSTODIAL, NON-KYC solution to stack sats peer to peer! Buy and sell Bitcoin while maintaining privacy. Sign up and try it out today!
https://hodlhodl.com/join/BTCSESSION
Free video tutorials not enough? Need some extra hand-holding when mastering self-custody, multisig, coinjoin, running a node, or other skills? Book me for a private session on my website!
https://www.btcsessions.ca/
Been watching the show for a while? Like what you see? Help me cover my video costs by sending some sats over on my Geyser Fund page!
https://geyser.fund/project/btcsessions

Nov 24, 2023 • 59min
Argentina's New Leader Milei: Secret Bitcoin Revolution Brewing? ep379
"Breaking Bitcoin News: Javier Milei Wins in Argentina - Major Impact on BTC? | Michael Saylor's BTC Strategy Pays Off | Binance Shakeup: $4B Fine & CEO Exit | Elizabeth Warren's Digital Currency Push | Plus, Exclusive BTC Insights & More!"
Discover the latest and most impactful Bitcoin news in today's must-watch episode. We're analyzing the potential Bitcoin revolution following Javier Milei's electoral victory in Argentina. Witness how Michael Saylor's unwavering belief in Bitcoin investment has finally borne fruit. Major news from Binance as they grapple with a colossal $4 billion fine and their CEO steps down - a pivotal moment for Bitcoin and the crypto world. U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren stirs the pot with her advocacy for a central bank digital currency, igniting fierce discussions among Bitcoin enthusiasts. Stay ahead with our comprehensive coverage of these stories and more exclusive insights into the ever-evolving world of Bitcoin. Tune in now for these critical updates that every Bitcoin follower needs to know!
💪 SUPPORT THE SHOW:
Coinkite offers the BEST Bitcoin hardware on the market. Use this link to get 5% off anything in their store:
https://store.coinkite.com/promo/BTCSessions
Nunchuk Wallet and their Honey Badger plan is a best in class assisted multisig setup with built-in inheritance planning and NO KYC. Pass on your savings to your loved ones with ease in a simple claiming process with full customer support. Check them out today!
https://nunchuk.io/
SEEDOR is one of the most robust metal backups on the market today. Get your SEEDOR starter set today! Use this link for 5% off. https://www.seedor.io/discount/BTCSESSIONS?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fprodukte
For US based customers:
https://www.seedor.io/btcsessions
Canadian customers:
https://link.thecryptoboutique.ca/BTCSessionsSeedor
Start9 is your Bitcoin & lightning node, and full personal server - enabling you to take back control from the gatekeepers of your money and data! Grab a Server Lite, One or Pro today and become truly self-sovereign!
https://start9.com/
HodlHodl is a NON-CUSTODIAL, NON-KYC solution to stack sats peer to peer! Buy and sell Bitcoin while maintaining privacy. Furthermore, you can check out their Lend platform for p2p loans that are never rehypothecated. Sign up and try it out today!
https://hodlhodl.com/join/BTCSESSION
Free video tutorials not enough? Need some extra hand-holding when mastering self-custody, multisig, coinjoin, running a node, or other skills? Book me for a private session on my website!
https://www.btcsessions.ca/
Been watching the show for a while? Like what you see? Help me cover my video costs by sending some sats over on my Geyser Fund page!
https://geyser.fund/project/btcsessions

Nov 18, 2023 • 2h 3min
WHY ARE WE BULLISH? Shane Hazel, Nicolas Burtey, BritishHODL - Bitcoin Chat ep378
Join Shane Hazel from Swan Bitcoin, Nicolas Burtey of Galoy, and renowned Bitcoin investor and educator BritishHODL in an engaging video discussion. They share their expert insights on why Bitcoin is a promising investment now. Topics include Bitcoin's rising price potential, latest technical innovations, and the declining reliability of traditional financial systems. This video is a treasure trove for those eager to understand Bitcoin's growing influence and why it's gaining momentum as a leading financial solution. Don't miss these industry experts' perspectives on the bright future of Bitcoin. #BitcoinInvestment #BitcoinFuture #FinancialInnovation
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https://twitter.com/BritishHodl
💪 SUPPORT THE SHOW:
Nunchuk Wallet and their Honey Badger plan is a best in class assisted mutisig setup with built-in inheritance planning and NO KYC. Check them out today!
https://nunchuk.io/
SEEDOR is one of the most robust metal backups on the market today. Get your SEEDOR starter set today! Use this link for 5% off. https://www.seedor.io/discount/BTCSESSIONS?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fprodukte
For US based customers:
https://a.co/d/1DkbfV2
Canadian customers:
https://link.thecryptoboutique.ca/BTCSessionsSeedor
Start9 is your Bitcoin & lightning node, and full personal server - enabling you to take back control from the gatekeepers of your money and data! Grab Server Lite,One or Pro today and become truly self-sovereign!
https://start9.com/
Coinkite offers the BEST Bitcoin hardware on the market. Use this link to get 5% off anything in their store:
https://store.coinkite.com/promo/BTCSessions
HodlHodl is a NON-CUSTODIAL, NON-KYC solution to stack sats peer to peer! Buy and sell Bitcoin while maintaining privacy. Sign up and try it out today!
https://hodlhodl.com/join/BTCSESSION
Free video tutorials not enough? Need some extra hand-holding when mastering self-custody, multisig, coinjoin, running a node, or other skills? Book me for a private session on my website!
https://www.btcsessions.ca/
Been watching the show for a while? Like what you see? Help me cover my video costs by sending some sats over on my Geyser Fund page!
https://geyser.fund/project/btcsessions

Nov 17, 2023 • 55min
Governments Target Bitcoin Privacy: What's at Stake? ep377
In this episode of "Simply Sessions," we explore the clash between governments and Bitcoin privacy, and the SEC's decision on 12 Bitcoin spot ETFs. We analyze the Biden administration's stance on inflation, highlight the Human Rights Foundation's global CBDC tracker, and speculate about Candace Owens' potential involvement in Bitcoin. Don't miss these insights and more in our latest Bitcoin-focused news roundup. #BitcoinPrivacy #SEC #BitcoinETFs #Inflation #CBDC #CandaceOwens #BitcoinNews #SimplySessions
💪 SUPPORT THE SHOW:
Coinkite offers the BEST Bitcoin hardware on the market. Use this link to get 5% off anything in their store:
https://store.coinkite.com/promo/BTCSessions
Nunchuk Wallet and their Honey Badger plan is a best in class assisted multisig setup with built-in inheritance planning and NO KYC. Pass on your savings to your loved ones with ease in a simple claiming process with full customer support. Check them out today!
https://nunchuk.io/
SEEDOR is one of the most robust metal backups on the market today. Get your SEEDOR starter set today! Use this link for 5% off. https://www.seedor.io/discount/BTCSESSIONS?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fprodukte
For US based customers:
https://a.co/d/1DkbfV2
Canadian customers:
https://link.thecryptoboutique.ca/BTCSessionsSeedor
Start9 is your Bitcoin & lightning node, and full personal server - enabling you to take back control from the gatekeepers of your money and data! Grab a Server Lite, One or Pro today and become truly self-sovereign!
https://start9.com/
HodlHodl is a NON-CUSTODIAL, NON-KYC solution to stack sats peer to peer! Buy and sell Bitcoin while maintaining privacy. Furthermore, you can check out their Lend platform for p2p loans that are never rehypothecated. Sign up and try it out today!
https://hodlhodl.com/join/BTCSESSION
Free video tutorials not enough? Need some extra hand-holding when mastering self-custody, multisig, coinjoin, running a node, or other skills? Book me for a private session on my website!
https://www.btcsessions.ca/
Been watching the show for a while? Like what you see? Help me cover my video costs by sending some sats over on my Geyser Fund page!
https://geyser.fund/project/btcsessions

Nov 11, 2023 • 1h 37min
WHY ARE WE BULLISH? Jeff Booth, Nobody Caribiou, Gary Cardone - BTC CHAT ep376
FOLLOW TODAY’S PANELISTS:
https://twitter.com/JeffBooth
https://twitter.com/NobodyCaribou
https://twitter.com/GaryCardone
💪 SUPPORT THE SHOW:
Nunchuk Wallet and their Honey Badger plan is a best in class assisted mutisig setup with built-in inheritance planning and NO KYC. Check them out today!
https://nunchuk.io/
SEEDOR is one of the most robust metal backups on the market today. Get your SEEDOR starter set today! Use this link for 5% off. https://www.seedor.io/discount/BTCSESSIONS?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fprodukte
For US based customers:
https://a.co/d/1DkbfV2
Canadian customers:
https://link.thecryptoboutique.ca/BTCSessionsSeedor
Start9 is your Bitcoin & lightning node, and full personal server - enabling you to take back control from the gatekeepers of your money and data! Grab Server Lite,One or Pro today and become truly self-sovereign!
https://start9.com/
Coinkite offers the BEST Bitcoin hardware on the market. Use this link to get 5% off anything in their store:
https://store.coinkite.com/promo/BTCSessions
HodlHodl is a NON-CUSTODIAL, NON-KYC solution to stack sats peer to peer! Buy and sell Bitcoin while maintaining privacy. Sign up and try it out today!
https://hodlhodl.com/join/BTCSESSION
Free video tutorials not enough? Need some extra hand-holding when mastering self-custody, multisig, coinjoin, running a node, or other skills? Book me for a private session on my website!
https://www.btcsessions.ca/
Been watching the show for a while? Like what you see? Help me cover my video costs by sending some sats over on my Geyser Fund page!
https://geyser.fund/project/btcsessions