

State of Bitcoin with Brandon Keys
Green Candle Investments
I bring viewers easy-to-digest information about investing, both in traditional equities and in Bitcoin. Tune in every Monday for new Macro Insights podcasts and Friday for new State of Bitcoin podcasts, offering deep dives into current developments, emerging trends, and expert analyses. Stay connected with us on Twitter and Instagram @GreenCandleit for real-time updates, and engage with host, Brandon, at @bkeys1010 on Twitter. Don't miss out – share, subscribe, and actively participate in the conversation! Spread the word about our podcast!
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Mar 10, 2023 • 58min
Wake up from the Clown World with Aleks Svetski - State of Bitcoin Ep. 65
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bitcoin #btc #soverignindividual
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BING BONG. In this episode I am joined by the the Aleks Svetski (@SvetskiWrites on Twitter)! He's one of the most prolific writers in the Bitcoin space writing about personal freedom and responsibility. We get into many of his pieces and much more on the topic of self sovereignty. Tune in for a banger of an episode! LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE THIS PODCAST
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Mar 3, 2023 • 57min
The State of Venture Capital in Bitcoin with Mike Jarmuz - State of Bitcoin Ep. 64
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bitcoin #btc #venturecapital
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BING BONG. In this episode I am joined by the the man, the myth, the legend Mike Jarmuz or Muzz (@mikejarmuz on Twitter)! He's one of the partners of Lightning Ventures, a VC firm for Bitcoin only companies, works with companies like Azteco, Add Slice, speaker at multiple conferences including Unconfiscatable, and much more! We get into the state of venture capital with a ton of FUD and a tough macro environment, his time in Bitcoin and much more! Be sure to tune in for another banger of an episode.
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Feb 24, 2023 • 1h 7min
Grass Roots Bitcoin Movements with Benny HODL - State of Bitcoin Ep. 63
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bitcoin #bitcoinbay #lightningdev
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BING BONG. In this episode I am joined by the Benny Blader (@bennyhodl on Twitter) who runs Tampa Bay BitDevs, works at Blockspaces, and has been in the dev space for years. We get into the grass roots movement in Tampa Bay, his experience as a dev, and breaking down everything in the Bitcoin space.
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Feb 17, 2023 • 58min
Canadian Bitcoin Conference & Orange Pilling Canada w/ Plate Licking Pleb - State of Bitcoin Ep. 62
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bitcoin #bitcoincanada #btc
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BING BONG. In this episode I am joined by the Plate Licking Pleb (@PlateLicker_21m on Twitter) and we discuss the rise of the Bitcoin scene in Canada and all things around the Canadian Bitcoin Conference. Plate Licker is a recurring guest so tune in for another action packed episode
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Feb 10, 2023 • 59min
Tax Implications Surrounding Bitcoin with Derek from Moon Tax - State of Bitcoin Ep. 61
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BING BONG. In this episode I am joined by Derek from Moon Tax (@derekwride on Twitter). We discuss the taxable events surrounding Bitcoin and how to be best prepared for the upcoming tax season.
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Feb 3, 2023 • 54min
The Push for Self Sovereignty with BTC Sessions - State of Bitcoin Ep. 60
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BING BONG. In this episode I am joined by the one and only Ben Sessions (@BTCsessions on Twitter and YouTube)! We talk about everything from what the past two years in Bitcoin has taught plebs to self sovereignty and the power of taking control of your life and money, and much more! Tune in for an action packed episode.
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Jan 27, 2023 • 54min
The Perception of Bitcoin in the NFL with Vince Biegel - State of Bitcoin Ep. 59
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Jan 20, 2023 • 60min
Bitcoin Education in El Salvador with John Dennehy from Mi Primer Bitcoin - State of Bitcoin Ep. 58
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BING BONG. In this episode I am joined by John Dennehy, CEO and founder of Mi Primer Bitcoin (or My First Bitcoin in English). We dive into the status of Bitcoin education in El Salvador, gaps of the education system, and much more! Tune in for an action packed episode.
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Jan 13, 2023 • 56min
It's Just Math with Greg Foss - State of Bitcoin Ep. 57
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BING BONG. In this episode I am joined by Greg Foss (@FossGregfoss on Twitter) who has spent 35 years in a risk management chair and is one of the best macro voices when it comes to Bitcoin. He's smart and passionate about Bitcoin and the values it brings so be sure to tune in as we dive into the macro, Bitcoin, risk management and much more!
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Jan 6, 2023 • 1h 3min
Bear Markets are for Building with The Max - State of Bitcoin Ep. 56
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BING BONG. In this episode I am joined by The Max (@MaxwellSikorski on Twitter)! Max is Intergalactic Ambassador. Founder of Eden 3D Printer and is actively working on LN_WTR! Max is a builder and we get into this bear market and the development of Bitcoin only companies during a very volatile and unique time in Bitcoin's history.
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