Hosting Bitcoin

We cover:🔹 The three biggest mistakes of “never sell” Bitcoiners🔹 Deferred Sales Trusts vs. 1031 exchanges — why timing is everything🔹 Why deferral beats relocation (no Puerto Rico move required)🔹 Real-world client stories: turning $50K into $50M in BTC and exiting without liquidation risk🔹 The importance of family mission, vision, and values in wealth planning🔹 How to avoid trading what’s priceless for what’s merely profitable🔹 Estate tax traps, generational wealth, and the $100T transfer on the horizon🔹 Why “truly passive income” is the foundation of impact and freedom🎙 Guest: Brett Swartshttps://capitalgainstaxsolutions.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAykQNmIWZ0KARBeVWcQxUAhttps://www.instagram.com/capitalgainstaxsolutions1/https://www.youtube.com/@BuildItToBillionshttps://www.facebook.com/buildittobillions/https://brettswarts.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-swarts/https://www.instagram.com/brett_swarts/https://www.facebook.com/brett.swarts00:00 – Intro & Welcome01:05 – Brett’s Journey from Real Estate to Tax Strategy07:18 – Lessons from the 2008 Crash & Broken Systems14:12 – “Never Sell” Bitcoin Strategy & Its Risks20:27 – Client Story: $50K to $50M in Bitcoin28:44 – Building Truly Passive Income & Family Mission37:10 – Deferred Sales Trust Explained47:22 – Audit Track Record & Compliance Confidence56:48 – Legacy, Impact & Parting AdviceDisclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial, legal, or tax advice. Always do your own research and consult with a qualified professional before making any investment or financial decisions Learn more: https://abundantmines.com/ Follow us on X/Twitter: https://x.com/AbundantMines Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantmines/Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbundantMinesFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

We cover:🔹 The UK’s culture gap: Bitcoin skepticism vs. US tailwinds🔹 FCA rules, “restricted mass-market” labels, and why retail can’t buy a BTC ETF🔹 Energy reality: curtailment costs, green taxes, and grid imbalance🔹 Mining as demand response: wind/solar integration and stranded power🔹 Media narratives: Susie’s BBC complaint saga & fact-checking failures🔹 Education: rebuilding financial literacy and critical thinking at home🔹 Policy playbook: contacting MPs, the Labour Party conference push, and the Bitcoin manifesto🔹 Hash rate & geopolitics: why UK participation (and decentralization) matter🎙 Guest: Susie Violet Wardhttps://www.instagram.com/bitcoinpolicyuk/https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-policy-uk/https://twitter.com/bitcoinpolicyukhttps://www.youtube.com/@Bitcoin-Policy-UKhttps://www.bitcoinpolicy.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/susie-violet-warhttps://twitter.com/DecentraSuze🔥 If this conversation resonates, subscribe and share it with someone who still thinks Bitcoin is “just another crypto.”👉 Book a call: https://abundantmines.com/book-a-call🎙 Timestamps00:00 – Intro & Welcome01:12 – Susie’s Bitcoin Journey & Early Lessons05:02 – Writing, Advocacy & Founding Bitcoin Policy UK11:08 – Education, School System & Teaching Kids About Bitcoin18:14 – Bitcoin in the UK vs the US20:22 – Policy, Regulation & Lobbying Efforts25:06 – Energy Crisis, Curtailment & Mining Solutions31:27 – Mining Opportunities & Proof of Concept Projects37:07 – Media Battles & Challenging the BBC46:04 – Vision for Bitcoin in the UK48:11 – Personal Definition of Success50:28 – Where to Follow Susie & ClosingDisclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial, legal, or tax advice. Always do your own research and consult with a qualified professional before making any investment or financial decisions Learn more: https://abundantmines.com/ Follow us on X/Twitter: https://x.com/AbundantMines Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantmines/Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbundantMinesFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

We cover:🔹 Andy’s path from Goldman Sachs to Bitcoin advocacy🔹 How wealth management is evolving in a Bitcoin world🔹 Why most financial pros still misunderstand Bitcoin🔹 The psychological traps of risk, boredom, and portfolio allocation🔹 How Bitcoin mining grants long-term sovereign access🔹 What the rise of Bitcoin treasury companies means🔹 Why boring wealth strategies might just be the smartestIf you care about legacy, financial sovereignty, or seeing Bitcoin through the lens of a seasoned advisor, this episode will sharpen your thinking and deepen your conviction.🎙 Timestamps00:00 – Introduction and Welcome02:20 – Transition from Wall Street to Bitcoin08:15 – Initial Impressions of Mining Operations13:00 – Changes Since Why Buy Bitcoin19:45 – Clients, Conviction, and Risk Management27:30 – Bitcoin as a Form of Digital Gold34:10 – Wealth Psychology and Market Cycles42:20 – The Rise of Treasury Corporations50:00 – Bitcoin in Comparison to Traditional Asset Allocation57:45 – Strategies for Navigating Bear Markets and Managing Boredom1:04:10 – A New Framework for Sovereign Wealth Funds1:10:00 – Final Reflections and How to Follow Andy🎙 Guest: Andy Edstrom📘 Book: Why Buy Bitcoin🔗 Twitter: @edstromandrew🔗 Firm: https://westcapgroup.comDisclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial, legal, or tax advice. Always do your own research and consult with a qualified professional before making any investment or financial decisions. Learn more: https://abundantmines.com/ Follow us on X/Twitter: https://x.com/AbundantMines Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantmines/Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbundantMinesFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

We cover: 🔹 Ali's journey from film school to advertising to Bitcoin 🔹 Why post-production is the hidden backbone of storytelling 🔹 “Bitcoin fixes film” how sound money unlocks original creativity 🔹 The broken incentives of Hollywood and fiat finance 🔹 Why Bitcoin de-risks film funding and protects investor capital 🔹 How low-time preference reshapes both business and personal life 🔹 The cultural shift when artists embrace sovereignty through Bitcoin If you care about art, storytelling, and financial sovereignty, this episode will change how you see the future of creative work. 🎙 Guest: Ali Webb 🔗 Learn more https://www.forager.tv/, https://whtppr.studio/ 🔗 Follow Forager and Whitepaper on X: https://x.com/whtppr\_studio, https://x.com/Forager\_tv 🔗 🔗 Follow Forager and Whitepaper Studio on IG:@forager.tv @whtppr.studio Personal: X: @AliWebb07 IG: @aliwebb_forager🎙 Timestamps00:00 – Intro & Welcome 01:45 – From Film School to Bitcoin 09:30 – Forager Collective & Post-Production 15:20 – Why “Bitcoin Fixes Film” 22:00 – De-Risking Film Funding With Bitcoin 30:15 – Hollywood’s Incentive Traps & Originality 38:40 – Balancing Brand Work & Bitcoin Storytelling 46:20 – White Paper’s First Projects 53:50 – Long-Term Vision for Film & CultureDisclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial, legal, or tax advice. Always do your own research and consult with a qualified professional before making any investment or financial decisions Learn more: https://abundantmines.com/ Follow us on X/Twitter: https://x.com/AbundantMines Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantmines/Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbundantMinesFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

We cover: 🔹 Trey’s path from banking to Bitcoin and why urgency matters 🔹 FIRE vs. “stacking sprint” — why four intense years can change your life 🔹 Common mistakes Bitcoiners make when planning their financial future 🔹 How to balance saving and spending after financial independence 🔹 Why custody is mission-critical and how Unchained simplifies it 🔹 The psychology of wealth: scarcity mindset vs. abundance mindset 🔹 Why Bitcoin ownership is just the start — real sovereignty takes action If you care about financial freedom and want a Bitcoin lens on how to achieve it, this episode is for you. 🎙 Guest: Trey Sellers 🔗 Learn more: https://unchained.com 🔗 Follow Trey on X: https://twitter.com/ts\_hodl  🎙 Timestamps 00:00 – Intro & Welcome 01:45 – Trey’s Background: From Goldman Sachs to Bitcoin 09:30 – Discovering FIRE and Rethinking Retirement 15:20 – Why Bitcoin Accelerates Financial Independence 22:00 – The Stacking Sprint vs. the Marathon Mindset 30:15 – Custody, Inheritance, and Protecting Your Stack 38:40 – Scarcity vs. Abundance Mindset in Bitcoin Life Planning 46:20 – Designing a Life You Don’t Want to Retire From 53:50 – Bitcoin as a Multi-Generational Wealth Tool 59:10 – Trey’s Advice for Bitcoiners Building Financial Freedom 1:04:30 – Where to Find Trey Online & Closing ThoughtsDisclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial, legal, or tax advice. Always do your own research and consult with a qualified professional before making any investment or financial decisions Learn more: https://abundantmines.com/ Follow us on X/Twitter: https://x.com/AbundantMines Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantmines/Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbundantMinesFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

We cover: 🔹 Why the EU’s 2025 Digital Euro rollout is a tipping point 🔹 The real difference between retail and wholesale CBDCs 🔹 How governments are quietly reinventing money’s plumbing🔹 The hidden trade-offs of stablecoins and KYC Bitcoin 🔹 Why cash isn’t king — and never really was 🔹 Lessons from speaking truth in an era of censorship and conformity 🔹 How Bitcoin offers an escape hatch — if you’re willing to do the work  This episode is for anyone who senses the old system is cracking, and is ready to learn, question, and build something better before it’s too late. 🎙 Guest: Efrat Fenigson 🔗 Learn more: https://efrat.blog 🔗 Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigsonDisclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial, legal, or tax advice. Always do your own research and consult with a qualified professional before making any investment or financial decisions Learn more: https://abundantmines.com/ Follow us on X/Twitter: https://x.com/AbundantMines Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantmines/Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbundantMinesFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

We cover:🔹 The hidden costs merchants face in a debt-driven economy🔹 Why the medium of exchange is more important than most realize🔹 How Bitcoin helps merchants store value over time🔹 Overcoming practical challenges of accepting Bitcoin payments🔹 Lessons from growing a payments company while staying true to your purpose🔹 The surprising connections between drumming, discipline, and conviction🔹 Why giving back can be the greatest form of abundanceThis episode is for anyone who believes that fixing money can help fix the world — and that real change begins with ordinary people choosing better tools, better incentives, and better ways to serve. 🎙 Guest: Jason Keil 🔗 Learn more about Polaris Payments: https://polarispayments.com 🔗 Explore Bitcoin Payments Advisor: https://bitcoinpaymentsadvisor.comDisclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial, legal, or tax advice. Always do your own research and consult with a qualified professional before making any investment or financial decisions Learn more: https://abundantmines.com/ Follow us on X/Twitter: https://x.com/AbundantMines Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantmines/Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbundantMinesFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

We cover: 🔹 The gritty reality of flare gas, grid power, and mining tradeoffs 🔹 How Texas became the epicenter for energy innovation 🔹 What the Texas Flywheel is — and why it matters for the world 🔹 Why small, nimble teams drive the biggest change 🔹 The surprising power of public mining sites and radical transparency 🔹 Building a career aligned with mission, energy, and meaning 🔹 What it means to be the change in an abundant future  This episode is for anyone who believes in a better world, built one watt, one sat, and one aligned action at a time.  🎙Guest: Brad Cuddy 🔗 Follow Brad on X/Twitter: @bradcuddy 🔗 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradcuddy/ 🔗 Learn more about Cholla Energy: https://chollainc.com/ 🔥 Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 02:15 - Who is Brad Cuddy? 06:40 - From Nuclear Dreams to Oilfield Reality 14:12 - Discovering Bitcoin Offshore 20:58 - Becoming the Bitcoin Champion Inside Schlumberger 26:47 - Life at CH4 and Launching the Innovation Lab 34:15 - Hosting the Most Visited 4MW Bitcoin Mine 42:03 - Wind, Grid Power, and Building for the Long Game 49:50 - The Texas Flywheel Explained 57:05 - Why Not Just Flare It? 1:05:19 - Grid Constraints and a New Power Paradigm 1:13:44 - Mining as the Flexible Load of the Future 1:20:30 - Real World Impact: Jobs, Education, and Local Change 1:26:07 - Why “Be the Change” Isn’t Just a Motto 1:30:11 - The Radical Power of Bitcoin in Costa Rica and Africa 1:35:20 - Re-Radicalization and Staying in the Fight 1:41:50 - What Will They Remember About Brad? 1:44:07 - Vibes Capital and the Spirit of Adventure 1:45:33 - Outro and Final ThoughtsDisclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial, legal, or tax advice. Always do your own research and consult with a qualified professional before making any investment or financial decisions Learn more: https://abundantmines.com/ Follow us on X/Twitter: https://x.com/AbundantMines Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantmines/Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbundantMinesFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

We dive into: 🔹 Why financial success alone won’t fulfill you 🔹 How to build intentional wealth 🔹 The 3 levels of financial freedom 🔹 What keeps most people from living a wealthy life 🔹 How AI and new technologies are reshaping opportunity 🔹 The best investment you can make (it’s not what you think) 🔹 The link between integrity, values, and long-term success This episode is perfect for anyone looking to upgrade their mindset, align their life with deeper purpose beyond money and financial freedom.  🎙Guest: Mike BrownFollow Mike on X/Twitter: https://x.com/mbrown\_co Follow Mike on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mbrown.co/ Connect with Mike: https://unbreakablewealth.com/newsletter/  Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:45 - Mike’s Background05:15 - Financial Success Isn’t Enough12:29 - Finding Integrity Within Yourself17:22 - Intentional Wealth21:05 - What Keeps People From Wealth27:31 - What is Wealth34:24 - The 3 Levels of Financial Freedom43:08 - The Liquidity Pyramid49:19 - AI & Emerging Technology58:53 - The Best Investment You Can Make1:04:29 - Aligning Your Life with Values1:10:17 - Sharing Yourself With The World1:12:04 - OutroDisclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial, legal, or tax advice. Always do your own research and consult with a qualified professional before making any investment or financial decisions Learn more: https://abundantmines.com/ Follow us on X/Twitter: https://x.com/AbundantMines Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantmines/Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbundantMinesFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/

Daniel Batten, an environmentalist and venture capitalist, discusses how meditation initiated his journey into Bitcoin. He emphasizes the importance of emotional freedom over asset freedom, revealing Bitcoin's potential to aid refugees and those in oppressive regimes. He challenges the notion of being a 'Bitcoin expert' and advocates for community-based approaches to personal growth. Batten also highlights Bitcoin’s future in becoming carbon negative, linking financial independence with mental sovereignty to inspire purpose-driven living.