Episodes

Oct. 7, 2023

89: Confused On Stocks And Real Estate - Sure About Bitcoin | Persona…

I feel lost as far as how to allocate to stocks and real estate, but pretty sure about Bitcoin. Also feel crazy that I think Bitcoin is the most sure thing some days. Links from the show: Thrive Market Robert Lufkin Motley Fo...

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Sept. 25, 2023

88: Indirect Bitcoin Exposure In The S&P 500

How much indirect exposure do you get through the S&P500? Let's find out. Links from the show: BTC Sessions Microstrategy Buys More Bitcoin Berkshire Hathaway's Stake in Nubank Nubank, Brazil’s Largest Digital Bank, Launches ...

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Aug. 28, 2023

87: Orange Pill Your Family and Friends with a Self Custodied Bitcoin…

This is how I'm orange pilled my friends lately. It's somewhat like imposing a little bet on them and still giving them a cost to own it and a reason to pay attention to it. ============================== Check out getbitcoin...

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July 21, 2023

86: NOSTR | Freedom Tech | Notes and Other Stuff Transmitted by Relay

As was concisely said on Nostr by Bitcoin Diary: "Bitcoin is your energy Nostr is your voice" Notes from the show: Twitter’s founder donated a quarter of a million to a new social media app How To Get Started With Nostr, Jack...

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July 16, 2023

85: Kevin Kelly Looks Past The Mark | What Central Banks Took Away Bi…

Today I follow up on Episode 83 and where Kevin Kelly misses the big picture on Bitcoin in a recent podcast episode. Links from the show: Alex Gladstein Hidden Repression: How the IMF and World Bank Sell Exploitation as Devel...

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July 10, 2023

84: Leverage and Bitcoin Don't Mix | Grow Your Stack Carefully

Today's episode is about getting more Bitcoin via leverage or other ways and the risks and considerations you need to make. Please do your own research as this podcast is not financial advice and is for entertainment and info...

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June 27, 2023

83: The Law of Plentitude, Stock to Flow, Metcalfe Models | What Make…

Kevin Kelly has written about the power of networks and their value over time. I talk about the basics of the Metcalfe Model, the Law of Plentitude, the Fax Effect, in addition to the old simple dynamic we are all aware of - ...

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June 23, 2023

82: I Will Not Sell Bitcoin To Blackrock | Blackrock Files Spot Bitco…

Blackrock, Valkryie, Invesco, WisdomTree and Bitwise all filed for a Bitcoin spot ETF recently. Institutions are coming, we'll go over what this means for Bitcoin. Links from the show: Grayscale GBTC Redeeming GBTC David Bail...

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June 20, 2023

81: Custodian Going Bankrupt? | What's Going On With Prime Trust and …

A deeper dive into the pros and cons of qualified custodians used by exchanges vs having your own infrastructure. A bankruptcy scare that led to speculation. Seems like Swan is doing just fine as it adds 85 jobs openings, tri...

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June 12, 2023

80: Passive Index Funds Are Anti-American | Do The Math | Bitcoin is …

The Foss is boss. A wide ranging conversation from passive index funds to credit default swaps, Bitcoins total addressable market and simple math. Links from the show: Blockchain Visualization Lopp's List of Bitcoin Visualiza...

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June 10, 2023

79: FIRE Movement Beginnings | Blending Bitcoin Into the Financial In…

Where I started in the FIRE movement and how Bitcoin fits in and simplifies it. The teachings of frugality, optimization, continuous improvement and more are sound, but being based on a fiat ponzi is not. Links from the show:...

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June 2, 2023

78: Assets, Liabilities & Insurance Against Catastrophe | Turning Lia…

Robert Kiyosaki says Bitcoin is insurance. In fact, many investors and billionaires feel the same way. He also teaches the difference between assets and liabilities and I share ways to turn liabilities into assets. Links from...

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May 30, 2023

77: Bitcoin Miami 2023 | Swan House

I was in Miami for Bitcoin Conference 2023, saw some great keynotes, met cool Bitcoiners, saw amazing art and made new friends. Here is what it was like to go. Links from the show: CryptoCloaks Orange Pill App Brian De Mint -...

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May 25, 2023

76: P2 Real Estate vs Bitcoin | Can't Afford A House? Buy Bitcoin

Part 2 of my real estate episode. Comparing Bitcoin and Bitcoin Mining to real estate, and my dilemma with keeping or selling my rental. Links from the show: BTCTherapist on Real Estate vs Stocks vs Metals vs BTC MitchellHodl...

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May 16, 2023

75: My Real Estate Experience | Trespassing Neighbors | Smoke and Mol…

This is part 1 of my real estate journey going over my history, missed opportunities, lessons learned and difficulties. More takeaways, insights and comparison to Bitcoin coming in Part 2! Links from the show: Adverse Possess...

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May 11, 2023

74: Why I Care About Money and Why You Should Too | Bitcoin Miami 202…

Money is taboo, some think it is tacky to talk about or that it doesn't matter much. Short Banks, Long Bitcoin Links from the show: Orange Pill App: Find Bitcoiners near you Blockstream Jade Cold card Muun Wallet Wallet of Sa...

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May 9, 2023

73: "Banking System Is Sound" | Are Bank Failures Intentional? | Debt…

Lots going on this week with bank failures, inflation blaming and billionaires shorting the dollar. Short Banks, Long Bitcoin Links from the show: Banking System is sound - Yellen FDIC insurance Mark Zuckerberg's 1% Mortgage ...

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April 27, 2023

72: Another Bank Failure | Economist Says Have Fun Staying Poor | Bil…

Lots going on this week with bank failures, inflation blaming and billionaires shorting the dollar. Short the Dollar, Long Bitcoin Links from the show: First Republic Bank Failing BoE Economist says inflation is your fault Wa...

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April 25, 2023

71: Taylor Swift Does More Due Diligence Than Shark Tanks Kevin O'Lea…

Taylor Swift has a solid team around her and asked the right questions to avoid a Reputation Disaster. She knew FTX was trouble when they walked in. Links from the show: Taylor Swift did her homework on FTX, dodged a bullet, ...

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April 19, 2023

70: Bitcoin Readily Dismissed by Media, Financial Advisors | We Are S…

Links from the show: Clark Howard on Term vs Whole Life Insurance Buy, Borrow, Defer, Die They Own Bitcoin NYTimes hit piece Riot Blockchains response ============================== Check out getbitcoinfi.com for more blog po...

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April 13, 2023

69: What Will Bitcoin's Price Do? No One Knows

Price predictions come from all sorts of different places, chart/technical analysis abounds. Does anyone really know what the price will do? I'm not sure, but we talk about some ways to think about it. To me, price is irrelev...

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April 6, 2023

68: Bitcoin Derangement Syndrome, Stocks & Pez

A random show Links from the show: Orange Pill App - meet Bitcoiners Fountain podcast player Executive Order 6102 Elizabeth Warren anti-crypto army CBDC vs Bitcoin Softwar by Jason Lowery Jacob Asparian - Bitcoin Derangement ...

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March 30, 2023

67: Bitcoin For Business

Today I share how your business can hold Bitcoin on the balance sheet and also accept it as a medium of payment. Please consult your accountant, this is not financial advice. Links from the show: Swan Bitcoin Entity Account D...

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March 27, 2023

66: Bitcoin Apps For Learning and Earning

Today I walk through apps that help you earn, use and Learn about Bitcoin. Links from the show: Fold App Episode 46 on Fold Card Episode 39 on Fold BillPay Old Episode on Choice IRA Episode 45 on Fountain Podcast Player Muun ...

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