Coin Stories
Natalie Brunell
Learn about the future of money and how Bitcoin proposes a solution to the problems in our monetary system. Why is wealth concentration growing? Will the U.S. dollar always be the world reserve currency? Is Bitcoin the "internet of money?" Journalist and educator Natalie Brunell shares one-on-one interviews with thought leaders. Whether you're eager to start learning about Bitcoin, or already follow the world of cryptocurrency and its pioneers, this show has something for you to HODL. Join us every week and connect with us at info@talkingbitcoin.com.
Copyright 2025 | Talking Bitcoin
Copyright 2025 | Talking Bitcoin
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Dec 19, 2023 • 11min
News Block: Most Interesting Man Likes Bitcoin, Spot ETF Update, Markets Rally on Fed 'Pivot', SEC Denies Coinbase Crypto Rules, Ledger Hack
In this podcast, Natalie Brunell covers major headlines in Bitcoin and global finance, including the Most Interesting Man's support for Bitcoin, the SEC denying Coinbase's proposed rules, and the recent hack of Ledger jeopardizing Defi funds. The podcast also discusses SEC Chairman Gary Gensler's stance on Bitcoin ETFs, the potential Fed pivot, and the growing institutional adoption of Bitcoin.
Dec 14, 2023 • 37min
Sandy Kaul: Franklin Templeton Digital Assets Leader on the Bitcoin Opportunity, ETFs, and Nation State Adoption
Sandy Kaul, Head of Digital Assets at Franklin Templeton, discusses the concept of digital scarcity and Bitcoin's potential benefits for portfolios. They also explore the promise of Bitcoin for financial inclusion and individual empowerment, its evolution and adoption by nation states, and the appeal of crypto in providing new investment opportunities.
Dec 13, 2023 • 29min
Brett Morrison: From Building Online E-Commerce to SpaceX to a Voting System on Bitcoin for Truth in Elections
Computer scientist and technology entrepreneur, Brett Morrison, discusses the potential use of Bitcoin for secure and transparent voting systems. He shares his experience working at SpaceX and early exposure to Bitcoin. The podcast explores the technical implementation of using Bitcoin as a truth network for voting systems and the concept of creating a voting system on Bitcoin for elections. The discussion also touches on privacy, transparency, and scaling in a blockchain-based voting system.
Dec 12, 2023 • 11min
News Block: Bitcoin Rally Retreats, Home Alone Grocery Prices Up 248%, Wealth Transfer of $84 Trillion Will Boost Bitcoin, TradFi Says "Get off Zero"
Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, discusses the resistance faced by Bitcoin from established institutions. The podcast explores Bitcoin's potential in investment portfolios, inflation and income disparity, and the appeal of Bitcoin to younger generations.
Dec 7, 2023 • 1h 9min
Michael Lewis: Why He 'Wouldn't Bet Against Bitcoin,' SBF's Rise & Fall and Fixing Our Financial System
Michael Lewis, financial journalist and author, discusses why he 'wouldn't bet against Bitcoin' and dives into the rise and fall of Sam Bankman-Fried. They explore Sam's detachment from emotions, his intentions and reckless behavior, and the impact of rules and regulations on society and crypto regulation. The speakers also delve into the delusions and ambitions of a certain individual involved in cryptocurrency.
Dec 5, 2023 • 10min
News Block: Bitcoin Price Breaks $42K, Fed to Cut Rates in 2024?, El Salvador Bitcoin in Profit, Gold Hits New Record High, Franklin Templeton CEO Owns Bitcoin, New Decentralized Mining Pool
Bitcoin breaks $42k, El Salvador's Bitcoin holdings in profit, Fed expected to cut rates in 2024, gold hits all-time high, Franklin Templeton CEO owns Bitcoin, new decentralized mining pool launched.
Nov 30, 2023 • 36min
Ella Hough: Gen Z Will Build and Preserve Wealth in Bitcoin
Ella Hough believes in the power of Bitcoin for Gen Z and focuses on Bitcoin diffusion and education. She discusses Gen Z's work ethic, Bitcoin's impact on financial literacy, coding ethics into AI, Bitcoin's role in preserving truth, and disrupting financial oppression in Africa with Bitcoin.
Nov 28, 2023 • 11min
News Block: American Dream Fades, Black Friday Sale Gaslighting, U.S. Regulators vs Non-KYC Wallets, Could Binance Settlement Foreshadow ETF
This podcast explores the fading American dream, gaslighting in Black Friday sales, regulatory pressures on non-KYC wallets, and the impact of a Binance settlement on Bitcoin ETF possibilities. It also discusses the election of Argentina's new president and the support expressed by the IMF managing director.
Nov 23, 2023 • 1h 12min
Dan Tapiero: Bitcoin Price Will 10X This Decade, the 'Truly Global Macro Asset' and Investing with Legends
Dan Tapiero, Managing Partner, CEO & CIO of 1RoundTable Partners, discusses traditional investing, the intersection between macroeconomics and Bitcoin, the digital asset ecosystem, spot Bitcoin ETF, and how Bitcoin offers a solution to the unsustainable financial system.
Nov 21, 2023 • 10min
News Block: UPDATED Binance CEO CZ Steps Down in $4+ Billion Settlement with U.S., Argentina Elects Pro-Bitcoin President, Vivek's '3 Freedoms for Crypto,' Biden Gaslights Americans on Spending, SEC Sues Kraken
Podcast covers topics such as Argentina electing a pro-Bitcoin president, Biden's handling of the economy and rising inflation, presidential candidate's crypto policy, SEC lawsuits against crypto companies, Department of Justice's investigation into Binance, and ownership changes in crypto news sites.
