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Coin Stories with Natalie Brunell

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S4 Ep 409Mike Novogratz: Lessons from a Decade in Crypto, Bitcoin's $1M Roadmap and Maxis vs Altcoin Communities

In this episode of Coin Stories, Natalie Brunell talks with Mike Novogratz, CEO of Galaxy Digital and one of the most prominent long-time voices in Bitcoin and crypto investing. Mike shares how he first got into Bitcoin in 2013, why he believes it could hit $1 million, and what he's learned from Galaxy's journey, including its IPO and large-scale BTC transactions. He opens up about his crypto portfolio (what % Bitcoin), any past investment regrets, and how Bitcoin is merging with traditional finance. Plus, insights on Michael Saylor, crypto communities, and what's ahead for the digital asset space. Topics discussed: The key drivers of Bitcoin adoption and price What Galaxy Digital is and how it evolved The clash between Bitcoin and broader crypto narratives Novogratz's Bitcoin forecast and portfolio breakdown ---- Coin Stories is powered by Gemini. Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The Gemini Credit Card is issued by WebBank. See website for rates & fees. 10% back at golf courses is available until 9/30/2025 on up to $250 in spend per month. Learn more at https://www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Ledn is the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $9 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. My followers get 0.25% off their first loan. Learn more at https://www.Ledn.io/natalie ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Aug 12, 202546 min

S4 Ep 408News Block: Gold Market Spooked by Tariff Threat, Fed Eyes Gold Revaluation, Harvard's Big Bitcoin Bet

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Ledn, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Gold Market Spooked by Tariff Threat Fed Eyes Gold Revaluation Harvard's Big Bitcoin Bet Pro-Bitcoin Stephen Miran Nominated for Fed Board ---- The News Block is powered exclusively by Ledn – the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $9 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. My followers get get 0.25% off their first loan. Learn more at www.ledn.io/natalie ---- Read every story in the News Block with visuals and charts! Join our mailing list and subscribe to our free Bitcoin newsletter: https://thenewsblock.substack.com ---- References mentioned in the episode: White House to Clarify Gold Ruling After Chaos Gold Hit by Surprise U.S. Tariffs Global Gold Market Hit With Surprise Tariffs White House to Clarify Gold Tariffs Federal Reserve Note on Gold Revaluation Trump Executive Order Allows Bitcoin in 401(k)s Trump Signs Order to Stop Unfair Banking Practices Harvard University Reveals Spot Bitcoin ETF Position Stephen Miran Nominated to Fed Board of Governors Trump Nominates Miran to Fed Board of Governors Stephen Miran's Pro-Bitcoin Comment I Stephen Miran's Pro-Bitcoin Comment II ---- Natalie's upcoming speaking events: Come listen to Michael Saylor speak in NYC on September 17th at The Bitcoin Treasuries (Un)Conference! Use code HODL for discounted passes - only a few tickets left!! https://lu.ma/z176rgsb Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Aug 11, 20259 min

S4 Ep 407Tom Lee: Bitcoin Will Set New ATH This Year, Corporate Treasury Boom, Strategy Shaking Up Stock Market

In this episode of Coin Stories, Natalie Brunell is joined by Tom Lee, co-founder and Head of Research at Fundstrat Global Advisors and Chairman of BitMine, to discuss his bullish outlook on Bitcoin, the S&P 500, and the U.S. economy. Tom explains why skepticism is healthy for markets, whether government debt is a major risk, and how potential Federal Reserve rate cuts could impact investors. Topics Why Tom Lee remains bullish on Bitcoin and the S&P 500 in Q3 and Q4 How government debt and Fed policies could shape markets Which companies are leading the way with Bitcoin treasuries Why Michael Saylor is "changing the reality of the stock market" Why stablecoins are the "ChatGPT" moment for crypto Why he says Ethereum and Bitcoin are "friends" Tom's reaction to Trump's "Bitcoin is the new oil" statement ---- Coin Stories is powered by Gemini. Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The Gemini Credit Card is issued by WebBank. See website for rates & fees. 10% back at golf courses is available until 9/30/2025 on up to $250 in spend per month. Learn more at https://www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Bitdeer Technologies Group ($BTDR) is a global leader in Bitcoin mining and high-performance computing for AI. Learn more at https://www.bitdeer.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Earn 2-4% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the orange Gemini Bitcoin credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Aug 5, 202531 min

S4 Ep 406News Block: White House Signals Bitcoin Moves, SEC's 'Crypto Project' Revealed, Strategy Nets $10B Profit, Is Recession Good for Bitcoin?

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Ledn, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: White House digital assets report declares support for self-custody, compares Bitcoin to the internet and railroad Strategy announces record $10 billion profit, smashing Wall Street expectations Bo Hines hints at government buying Bitcoin President Trump fires labor statistics boss Is recession bullish for Bitcoin? ---- The News Block is powered exclusively by Ledn – the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $9 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Learn more at www.ledn.io/natalie ---- Read every story in the News Block with visuals and charts! Join our mailing list and subscribe to our free Bitcoin newsletter: https://thenewsblock.substack.com ---- References mentioned in the episode: White House's Digital Assets Working Group Report Casa CEO Nick Neuman's Tweet on WH Report WH Compares Bitcoin to Railroads and the Internet White House Lays Out Roadmap for Digital Assets Bo Hines Addresses Questions on Strategic Bitcoin Reserve JPMorgan to Enable Crypto Purchases Through Coinbase Transcript of SEC Chairman Atkins' Speech SEC Chairman Atkins Debuts "Project Crypto" SEC Allows In-Kind Creation/Redemption for Bitcoin ETFs SEC Chair Publicly Supports the Right to Self Custody Brian Armstrong's Tweet About Coinbase's Bitcoin Purchase Coinbase's Q2 2025 Earnings Major Takeaways Strategy's Q2 2025 Earnings Presentation Strategy Smashes Wall Street's Earnings Estimates Strategy Announces New $4.2 Billion Stretch Offering Saylor Calls Stretch Strategy's "iPhone Moment" Lyn Alden's Tweet on Stretch's (STRC) Potential Metaplanet Announces Preferred Share Issuance Metaplanet Announces Two Classes of Perpetual Preferreds Fed Governor Exit Could Accelerate Trump's Selection President Trump Fires Labor Statistics Chief Largest Two-Month BLS Jobs Revision Since 2020 Luke Gromen's Tweet on Trump Firing BLS Chief Market Giving >80% Probability of September Rate Cut Turkish President Fires Statistics Boss After Record Inflation ---- Natalie's Upcoming Events: Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Aug 4, 202512 min

S4 Ep 405Danielle DiMartino Booth: Middle Class Crisis and Why the Fed Can't Fix the "Silent Recession"

In this episode of Coin Stories, Natalie Brunell talks with Danielle DiMartino Booth, CEO of Chief Strategist of QI Research and former Fed advisor, breaking down what's really going on with the U.S. economy. Topics discussed: The "silent recession" crushing the Middle Class Why people earning $150k feel poor The truth about recent economy data points, tariff impacts and inflation Fiscal dominance vs monetary policy What will happen if the Fed lowers interest rates in September? Has Danielle changed her perspective on Bitcoin? Danielle is the author of "FED UP: An Insider's Take on Why the Federal Reserve Is Bad for America." Subscribe to QI Research: https://quillintelligence.com. Follow Danielle DiMartino Booth on X at https://x.com/DiMartinoBooth ---- Coin Stories is powered by Gemini. Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The Gemini Credit Card is issued by WebBank. See website for rates & fees. 10% back at golf courses is available until 9/30/2025 on up to $250 in spend per month. Learn more at https://www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Ledn is the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $9 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Learn more at https://www.Ledn.io/natalie ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Earn 2-4% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the orange Gemini Bitcoin credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Jul 31, 202546 min

S4 Ep 404Peter McCormack: Changing Bitcoin Bull Markets, Role of Government and Victory over Craig Wright

In this episode of Coin Stories, Natalie Brunell is joined by Peter McCormack, host of The Peter McCormack Show and chairman of Real Bedford FC. They explore the evolution of Bitcoin, retail adoption challenges, and how Bitcoin intersects with politics, personal freedom, and the role of government. Peter shares why he's shifted focus from global podcasting to improving his hometown of Bedford, UK, through community initiatives, local safety programs, and funding strategies involving football and Bitcoin. He also reflects on the implications of AI on the job market and opens up about his legal battle with Craig Wright. This conversation offers powerful insight into how Bitcoin can drive local change and empower individuals. We discuss: The role of Bitcoin in empowering communities and local governance Insights into Peter's legal battle with Craig Wright (who claimed to be Satoshi Nakamoto) Why AI is reshaping the labor market and what it means for the future The evolution of Bitcoin adoption and challenges with retail investor interest ---- Coin Stories is powered by Gemini. Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The Gemini Credit Card is issued by WebBank. See website for rates & fees. 10% back at golf courses is available until 9/30/2025 on up to $250 in spend per month. Learn more at https://www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group ($BTDR), a global leader in high-performance computing, Bitcoin mining and data centers powering artificial intelligence. Learn more at https://www.bitdeer.com. ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Earn 2-4% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the orange Gemini Bitcoin credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Jul 29, 202558 min

S4 Ep 403News Block: U.S. Digital Assets Report Drops This Week, Fed-Trump Power Struggles, Strategy Launches $STRC, $9.5B Whale Exit

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Ledn, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: U.S. digital assets report drops Wednesday—will it reveal Bitcoin buying plans? Trump pressures Powell as Fed independence hangs in the balance Strategy's $2.5B $STRC launch offers a 10% Bitcoin-backed yield $9.5B in Satoshi-era Bitcoin moves—market barely flinches PNC Bank teams up with Coinbase to offer Bitcoin access to millions ---- The News Block is powered exclusively by Ledn – the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $9 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Learn more at www.ledn.io/natalie. ---- Read every story in the News Block with visuals and charts! Join our mailing list and subscribe to our free Bitcoin newsletter: https://thenewsblock.substack.com. ---- References mentioned in the episode: Executive Order Establishing Working Group Executive Order Establishing Strategic Bitcoin Reserve President Trump Signs GENIUS Act into Law Hines Tweets Working Group Report to Be Released July 30 Macroscope Tweet on Working Group Report Trump Predicts Powell Will Cut Rates Soon Trump Pressures Fed Chairman Jerome Powell Bessent Calls to Review the Entire Federal Reserve Mike Johnson Calls to Rewrite the Federal Reserve Act Stretch (STRC) Investor Presentation Slides Strategy Announces New Perpetual Preferred Offering STRC Is Upsized from $500 Million to $2.5 billion STRC Becomes Largest U.S. IPO of 2025 Stretch (STRC) Investor Presentation Arkham Intelligence Tracks OG Bitcoin Movement Galaxy Digital Confirms Sale of 80K BTC for Client JPMorgan Chase Considers Crypto-backed Loans Coinbase and PNC Financial Services Strategic Partnership ---- Upcoming Events: Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Jul 28, 202510 min

S4 Ep 402Halston Valencia: USC Grad Goes Viral For Bitcoin Post and Shares Message of Hope For Gen Z

In this episode of Coin Stories, Natalie Brunell interviews Halston Valencia, a recent USC graduate and rising voice in the Bitcoin community. The Gen Z Bitcoin advocate and marketing strategist is working with Adam O'Brien, founder of Bitcoin Well, to promote sound money and financial freedom. Halston shares how she discovered Bitcoin and why she believes today's education system fails to teach real financial literacy. She breaks down the differences between Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, and explains why Gen Z needs to understand Bitcoin's potential as a solution to inflation, wealth inequality, and systemic economic challenges. What you'll learn: Why traditional education overlooks sound money principles How to effectively educate young people about Bitcoin The power of relatable, engaging content to drive adoption Why Bitcoin—not crypto—is the future Why Bitcoin is "For the Girlies" not just "Crypto Bros" ---- Coin Stories is powered by Gemini. Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The Gemini Credit Card is issued by WebBank. See website for rates & fees. Checking if you're eligible will not impact your credit score. 10% back at golf courses is available until 9/30/2025 on up to $250 in spend per month. Learn more at https://www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Ledn is the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $9 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Learn more at https://www.Ledn.io/natalie ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Earn 2-4% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the orange Gemini Bitcoin credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Jul 22, 202524 min

S4 Ep 401News Block: GENIUS Act Turns Stablecoins into a Treasury Lifeline, Did U.S. Govn't Sell Bitcoin?

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Ledn, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Trump Signs GENIUS Act Into Law Geopolitical Strategy or Innovation? Stablecoins Provide New Buyer for U.S. Debt Executive Order Expected to Allow Bitcoin in 401(k)s Rumors Swirl Around U.S. Government Selling BTC Adam Back Set to Launch 30k+ Bitcoin Treasury Company Strategy Buys More BTC ---- The News Block is powered exclusively by Ledn – the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $9 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Learn more at www.Ledn.io/natalie. ---- Read every story in the News Block with visuals and charts! Join our mailing list and subscribe to our free Bitcoin newsletter: thenewsblock.substack.com ---- References mentioned in the episode: President Trump Signs the GENIUS Act into Law Secretary Bessent Shares Thoughts on GENIUS Act Trump Signs First Pro-Crypto Legislation into Law Tether CEO Tweets In Response to GENIUS Act Donald Trump Set to Open Up 401(k)s to Bitcoin The Actual GENIUS Act Trump White House Supports De Minimis Tax Exemption White House Secretary on Bitcoin Tax Reform Caitlin Long's Tweet in Response to Tax Reform CLARITY Act Passes House, Moves to Senate Evidence of U.S. Marshals' Bitcoin Holdings Did the U.S. Sell Its Bitcoin Holdings? U.K. May Sell Seized Bitcoin to Fill Budget Holes U.K. Home Office Working Toward $7B Bitcoin Sale Bulgaria Sold Bitcoin Now 80% of its Public Debt German Government Sold All Bitcoin at $57K Senator Lummis' Tweet on U.S. Bitcoin Holdings Trump Says "Bitcoin is the new oil." Adam Back Launches New Bitcoin Treasury Co. Bitcoin Standard Treasury Launches With 30K BTC White House to Publish First Crypto Policy Report Strategy Acquires an Additional 6,220 Bitcoin Trump Media Acquires $2 Billion Worth of Bitcoin ---- Natalie's Upcoming Events Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Jul 21, 202511 min

S4 Ep 400Mike Benz: Exposing the Truth About Jeffrey Epstein Files, Elite Money Crimes and The Rise of Bitcoin

In this episode of Coin Stories, Natalie Brunell sits down with Mike Benz, Executive Director of FFO: the Foundation For Freedom Online, about the rise of digital censorship, the intelligence industrial complex, and how the Jeffrey Epstein case exposes deeper ties between intelligence agencies, organized crime networks, and elite power grabs. Will we ever get the truth? Natalie and Mike also explore the global rise of financial surveillance and Bitcoin's role in defending digital freedom. As Bitcoin hits new all-time highs, they discuss stablecoins propping up the U.S. dollar and whether decentralized money threatens centralized control and restores individual sovereignty. Follow Mike Benz on X at https://x.com/mikebenzcyber In this episode, you'll hear: How state-sponsored censorship operates in the digital age The latest on the Jeffrey Epstein case and why we're not getting accountability The role of intelligence agencies in online narrative enforcement Why Bitcoin is a tool for resistance in an age of increasing digital tyranny What rising Bitcoin prices signal about stablecoins and the global demand for monetary sovereignty ---- Coin Stories is powered by Gemini. Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The Gemini Credit Card is issued by WebBank. See website for rates & fees. Checking if you're eligible will not impact your credit score. If you're eligible and choose to proceed, a hard credit inquiry will be conducted that can impact your credit score. Eligibility does not guarantee approval. 10% back at golf courses is available until 9/30/2025 on up to $250 in spend per month. Learn more at https://www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Ledn is the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $9 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Learn more at https://www.Ledn.io/natalie ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Earn 2-4% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the orange Gemini Bitcoin credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Jul 15, 20251h 9m

S4 Ep 399News Block: Bitcoin Price Nears $125K Amid Short Squeeze, Tariff Turmoil, ETF Frenzy Fueling Institutional Stampede

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Ledn, we cover the biggest headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Bitcoin Breaks $120,000, Expert Predicts $200K in 2025 IBIT: Fastest ETF to $80 Billion It's "Crypto Week" in the U.S. -- What That Means for Regulatory Clarity Bitcoin Advocate Gould Confirmed as New OCC Chief ---- The News Block is powered exclusively by Ledn – the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $9 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Learn more at www.Ledn.io ---- Read every story in the News Block with visuals and charts! Join our mailing list and subscribe to our free Bitcoin newsletter: https://thenewsblock.substack.com ---- References mentioned in the episode: Bitcoin Hits New All-Time Highs Trump Issues New Tariffs on Trade Partners Trump Announces Sweeping New Tariffs A Significant Number of Shorts Were Liquidated Michael Saylor Tweet on Shorting Bitcoin Bitcoin Was the Best-Performing Asset Class in Q2 Central Banks Cutting Rates at Fastest Pace since 2020 Central Banks Have Cut Rates 64 Times in 2025 White House "Looking Into" Trump's Ability to Fire Powell Bitcoin ETFs Set Second-Largest Daily Inflow IBIT Becomes Fastest-Ever ETF to Surpass $80 Billion Matt Hougan's Tweet on Supply and Demand Bitcointreasuries.net Chart Showing Institutional Adoption House Speaker Announces July 14 "Crypto Week" in D.C. Bo Hines' Tweet on "Crypto Week" Senate Confirms Jonathan Gould as OCC HeadJPMorgan Tells Fintechs to Pay Up for Customer Data Access Former Bitfury Executive Gould to Take Over OCC ---- Natalie's Upcoming Events: Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Jul 14, 20259 min

S4 Ep 398Ric Edelman: Bitcoin to $500K, Debunking 6 Myths and Investing 10–40% Is Just the Start

In this episode of Coin Stories, Natalie Brunell interviews Ric Edelman, renowned Registered Independent Advisor and founder of the Digital Assets Council of Financial Professionals. Edelman recently went viral with his bold new white paper advocating for up to 40% crypto allocation in investment portfolios. They discuss Bitcoin adoption, the future of digital assets, and why Edelman believes financial advisors need to get serious about Bitcoin. You can read his white paper here https://dacfp.com/whitepaper-0625/ Follow Ric on X at https://x.com/ricedelman In this episode, you'll learn: Why most financial advisors avoid recommending Bitcoin How much Bitcoin should be in your portfolio If it's too late to invest in Bitcoin Bitcoin vs. stablecoins, altcoins, and traditional bonds Will Bitcoin reach $500K by 2030? Upcoming crypto regulation and investor implications ---- Coin Stories is powered by Gemini. Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The Gemini Credit Card is issued by WebBank. See website for rates & fees. Checking if you're eligible will not impact your credit score. If you're eligible and choose to proceed, a hard credit inquiry will be conducted that can impact your credit score. Eligibility does not guarantee approval. 10% back at golf courses is available until 9/30/2025 on up to $250 in spend per month, then 1% for the remainder of that month. Learn more at https://www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Coin Stories is also powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) is a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining and high-performance computing. Learn more at https://www.bitdeer.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Earn 2-4% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the orange Gemini Bitcoin credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Jul 8, 202542 min

S4 Ep 397News Block: Massive Trump Spending Bill, BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF Tops its S&P Fund, Strategy Poised for S&P 500 Spot

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Trump's Massive Spending Bill Signed Trump Pressures Powell to Cut Rates BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF Drives More Revenue Than its S&P 500 Fund Strategy Becomes Eligible for S&P 500 Inclusion ---- Read every story in the News Block with visuals and charts! Join our mailing list and subscribe to our free Bitcoin newsletter: thenewsblock.substack.com ---- References mentioned in the episode: Trump's Big Bill Puts U.S. on a Perilous Fiscal Path Trump Calls for Powell to "Resign Immediately" Director Pulte Urges Congress to Investigate Powell Pulte Criticizes Powell for Not Cutting Interest Rates Luke Gromen Tweets on the U.S. Fiscal Situation President Trump's "Fiscal Dominance" Play Trump Says Cutting Rates Will Save on Costs Bessent Says He Will Issue on the Short End Ray Dalio's Tweet on the Impact of the Spending Bill Deutsche Bank to Launch Digital Asset Custody Services BlackRock's IBIT Drives More Revenue Than S&P 500 Fund Eric Balchunas Highlights BlackRock's IBIT Revenues Troy Cross Shares Nakamoto Project's Survey Results MARA Now Holds More Than 50,000 Bitcoin Strategy to Join Wall Street Elite After $14 Billion Windfall Strategy Becomes Eligible for S&P 500 Inclusion Ric Edelman Recommends 10% to 40% Crypto Allocation ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Earn 2-4% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the orange Gemini Bitcoin credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Jul 7, 20259 min

S4 Ep 396Bill Miller: Why He's So Bullish on Bitcoin and When TradFi Will Finally Come Around

In this episode of Coin Stories, Natalie Brunell interviews Bill Miller IV, CIO of Miller Value Partners, about why he's bullish on Bitcoin. What you'll learn: Why Bitcoin is undervalued and underappreciated, especially by TradFi How corporate Bitcoin treasuries are reshaping finance Insights on overlooked investment opportunities Are we in a recession? The future of Bitcoin-backed securities and stablecoins ---- Coin Stories is powered by Gemini. Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The Gemini Credit Card is issued by WebBank. See website for rates & fees. Checking if you're eligible will not impact your credit score. If you're eligible and choose to proceed, a hard credit inquiry will be conducted that can impact your credit score. Eligibility does not guarantee approval. 10% back at golf courses is available until 9/30/2025 on up to $250 in spend per month, then 1% for the remainder of that month. Learn more at https://www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Coin Stories is also powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) is a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining and high-performance computing. Learn more at https://www.bitdeer.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Earn 2-4% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the orange Gemini Bitcoin credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Jul 2, 202538 min

S4 Ep 395News Block: $3.3T Deficit Warning, Bitcoin-Backed Mortgages, & Trump Pressures the Fed

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: CBO projects $3.3 trillion deficit spike from Trump's new spending bill Bitcoin and the American Dream of home ownership: Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac ordered to recognize Bitcoin in mortgage approvals Trump pushes for Fed rate cuts and continues to criticize Powell Bitcoin seen as a release valve for inflation and asset bubbles Billionaire regrets not buying Bitcoin sooner Strategy, Metaplanet and other corporations stack more Bitcoin ---- Invest as you spend with the Gemini Bitcoin Credit Card. Earn up to 4% back on everday purchases! Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus when you spend $3000. The new orange Gemini Credit Card lets you earn Bitcoin on everything you buy: www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Join our mailing list and subscribe to our free Bitcoin newsletter: thenewsblock.substack.com ---- References mentioned in the episode: Trump's Tax & Spending Bill Passes Key Senate Vote What's Inside Trump's One Big Beautiful Spending Bill? CBO Estimates Spending Bill Will Add $3.3 Trillion to Deficit CRFB's Estimates of the Senate's New Spending Bill Trump Would "Love" If Fed Chairman Jerome Powell Resigned S&P 500 Index and Nasdaq-100 Hit New All-Time Highs Mark Moss's Tweet On Bitcoin Absorbing the Inflation Nearly Half of U.S. Households Unable to Afford $250K Home Bitcoin Policy Institute Article on Bitcoin-backed MortgagesDirector Bill Pulte's Order to Consider Bitcoin an Eligible Asset FHFA Directs Fannie and Freddie to Explore Cryptocurrencies Gemini Launches Tokenized Shares, Starting with MSTR Philippe Laffont's Interview on CNBC on Bitcoin Metaplanet Surpasses Tesla, Now Holds 12,345 BTC Bitcoin Treasury Corporation Stacks $50 Million Worth of BTC Semler Scientific Announces a New Entity, CardioVanta Anthony Pompliano Launches New Bitcoin Treasury Company Strategy Stacks Another 4,980 Bitcoin for $532 million ---- Natalie's upcoming events: Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Jun 30, 202511 min

S4 Ep 394Col. Douglas Macgregor: Middle East Crisis Could Still Spark Global War, Dollar Losing Reserve Currency Status

Natalie Brunell sits down with Retired Colonel Douglas Macgregor to break down the "12 Day War" with Iran, whether the thread of WWIII has been averted, and the latest developments from the conflict in the Middle East. Col. Macgregor offers his expert analysis on escalating tensions, potential U.S. involvement, the risks of a broader regional conflict, and what these events could mean for global stability. Don't miss this deep dive into Middle East geopolitics, military strategy, and the economic consequences brewing involving the U.S. dollar, gold and Bitcoin. Follow Col. Macgregor on X at https://x.com/dougamacgregor ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Earn 2-4% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the orange Gemini Bitcoin credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES River is where I DCA weekly and buy Bitcoin with the lowest fees in the industry: https://partner.river.com/natalie Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Jun 28, 202543 min

S4 Ep 393True North: Why Bitcoin Treasuries Are the Hottest Bet in Public Markets

This week, Natalie Brunell is joined by Jeff Walton, Ben Werkman, and Tim Kotzman of MSTR True North to explore how forward-thinking companies are embracing Corporate Bitcoin Treasuries and revolutionizing Investor Relations in the digital age. True North is a "supergroup investment club charting the edge of the new financial frontier." Together, they discuss why adding Bitcoin to a corporate balance sheet is becoming a strategic move, how Bitcoin is reshaping financial transparency, and what the future holds for corporate communication with investors. MSTR True North founder Jeff Walton's background is in reinsurance. Follow Jeff on X at https://x.com/PunterJeff Ben Werkman is the CIO of Swan. Follow Ben on X at https://x.com/BenWerkman Tim Kotzman is an investor and host of The Bitcoin Treasuries Podcast. Follow Tim on X at https://x.com/TimKotzman --- Who is True North? A decentralized collective of investors, analysts, and capital structure nerds exploring the outer edges of Bitcoin, $MSTR, collateralized finance and macro econ. From balance sheets to basis trades, we follow and emit signal with conviction—and a healthy disregard for conventional wisdom. Learn more at https://www.mstrtruenorth.com/about/. ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Earn 2-4% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the orange Gemini Bitcoin credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES River is where I DCA weekly and buy Bitcoin with the lowest fees in the industry: https://partner.river.com/natalie Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Jun 24, 202557 min

S4 Ep 392News Block: Iran Tensions Escalate, Bitcoin Reacts to War and Inflation, Trump Targets the Fed, Stablecoin & Treasury Adoption Surge

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Bitcoin Price Tumbles Amid Iran-Israel War Escalation Senate Passes Stablecoin Bill Trump Slams Fed for Not Cutting Rates Texas Signs Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Bill into Law $SMLR Plans To Buy 105,000 Bitcoins Strategy Stacks More BTC as Saylor Predicts $21 Million Bitcoin Price Can Bitcoin Defund Wars? Read the full, free weekly newsletter at thenewsblock.substack.com ---- Invest as you spend with the Gemini Bitcoin Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The new orange Gemini Credit Card lets you earn Bitcoin on everything you buy: www.gemini.com/natalie ---- References mentioned in the episode: President Trump's Post on "Successful Bombing" of Iran Iran's Foreign Prime Minister: "U.S. Crossed the Line" Iran Claims "No Nuclear Contamination from U.S. Bombings" Iran's Parliament Officially Approves Closure of the Strait of Hormuz Bloomberg: "How Iran Could Wreak Havoc on Global Oil Trade" Fed's Jerome Powell Keeps Interest Rates Unchanged Waller: A Fed Cut Could Come as Soon as July Trump Pressures "Too Late Powell" to Cut in Post Trump Post Directed at Jerome Powell to Cut Rates Bessent Interview on Stablecoins and Dollar Supremacy David Sacks Interview on GENIUS Act Passing Senate Trump's Comments on the GENIUS Act Passing Senate Trump Urges House to Send Him the GENIUS Act ASAP Texas Signs Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Bill into Law Coin Stories Interview with Eric Semler and Renae Cormier Smarter Web Company Raises 21 Million Shares Semler Scientific Hires Bitcoin Veteran and Announces Plans DayDayCook Raises More Than $500 Million to Buy Bitcoin Alex Gladstein's Article on Fiat and Forever Wars ---- Upcoming Events: Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Jun 23, 202512 min

S4 Ep 391Eric Semler & Renae Cormier: 4th Largest Public Bitcoin Holder Semler Scientific Going All In on Bitcoin

In this episode, Natalie Brunell sits down with Eric Semler and Renae Cormier of Semler Scientific, a Bitcoin treasury company that develops innovative technologies to detect and prevent chronic diseases. Topics discussed: Semler Scientific's mission and future, and the evolving landscape of healthcare innovation. How Eric learned from Michael Saylor and Strategy mNAV premiums How Semler Scientific balances healthcare innovations and its Bitcoin strategy Semler Scientific's QuantaFlo product and how its medical business can buffer against any Bitcoin bear market Semler Scientific's aggressive Bitcoin adoption and accumulation plan Guest Bio: Semler Scientific Chairman Eric Semler is the founder of TCS Capital Management and has extensive experience as an investor and entrepreneur across various industries. Renae Cormier is the Chief Financial Officer of Semler Scientific, with a deep background in finance, investing, and accounting. Before joining Semler in 2022, she was a partner at Aravt Global and previously worked at PwC. Natalie Brunell was recently appointed to Semler Scientific's Board of Directors. ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Coin Stories is also powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) is a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining and high-performance computing. Learn more at https://www.bitdeer.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Earn 2-4% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the orange Gemini Bitcoin credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES River is where I DCA weekly and buy Bitcoin with the lowest fees in the industry: https://partner.river.com/natalie Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Jun 19, 202540 min

S4 Ep 390Dylan LeClair on Bitcoin Corporate Treasury Revolution: Metaplanet's Success, Strategy's New Preferred Stocks and Fixing the Capital Markets

In this episode, Natalie Brunell chats with Dylan Leclair, Director of Bitcoin Strategy at Metaplanet. What you'll learn: Why Metaplanet transitioned away from hotels to a Bitcoin-first strategy Tax advantages for Bitcoin equities based in Japan Why Metaplanet has been issuing strike warrants Metaplanet's 555 Million Plan How Michael Saylor is "fixing" the capital markets What are Strategy's $STRF, $STRK, and $STRD instruments? Why Dylan is bullish on $SMLR and other corporate Bitcoin treasuries ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Coin Stories is also powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) is a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining and high-performance computing. Learn more at https://www.bitdeer.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES River is where I DCA weekly and buy Bitcoin with the lowest fees in the industry: https://partner.river.com/natalie Earn 2-4% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the orange Gemini Bitcoin credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Jun 17, 202552 min

S4 Ep 389News Block: U.S. Stablecoin Push Grows, Bitcoin Touted as Reserve Currency, Steak Prices Expose Real Inflation, SEC Backs Self-Custody

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: U.S. Stablecoin Momentum Heats Up Could Amazon and Walmart Issue Stablecoins? Coinbase CEO: Bitcoin Could Become World Reserve Currency Paul Tudor Jones Recommends Bitcoin for Inflation Protection Inflation of Steak Prices Has Soared - Bitcoin Could Have Protected Your Purchasing Power SEC Chair: "Right to Self-Custody is a Foundational American Value." ---- Invest as you spend with the Gemini Bitcoin Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The new orange Gemini Credit Card lets you earn Bitcoin on everything you buy: www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Join our mailing list and subscribe to our free Bitcoin newsletter: thenewsblock.substack.com ---- References mentioned in the episode: Block to Launch Bitcoin Payments on Square Shopify to Launch Stablecoin Payments with Coinbase Steak n' Shake COO Comments on Bitcoin Success President Trump Addresses Coinbase Summit Bessent Predicts Stablecoin Market Cap to Exceed $2 Trillion Amazon & Walmart Considering Stablecoin Implementations Senate Votes to Move Forward with the GENIUS Act Senate to Hold Final Vote on GENIUS Act on Tuesday Parker Lewis's Tweet on Local Steak Inflation TFTC Launches Bitcoin Web Browser Extension Bank of America Chart on Disruptive Technologies Bitcoin Network Successfully Mines 900,000th Block SEC Clears Trump Media to Buy Bitcoin for Treasury Brian Armstrong: Bitcoin Could be Reserve Currency SEC Chair's Comments on Right to Self-Custody BTC Paul Tudor Jones' Interview on BloombergTV ---- Upcoming Events: Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Jun 16, 202513 min

S4 Ep 388Katie Ananina: "Plan B" Passports Explained, How to Safeguard Your Future with Second Citizenship

In this episode, Natalie Brunell chats with Katie Ananina aka "Katie the Russian" on X—CMO of CitizenX and founder of Plan B Passport—about why having a "Plan B" passport isn't just a travel trick but a true safety net when geopolitics shift. What you'll learn about: Katie's entrepreneurial roots in Russia after the USSR's collapse How "Plan B Passports" give you a backup plan when borders change Why second-citizenship by investment is becoming more popular The basics of "flag theory" and why diversifying your citizenship matters Key geopolitical trends to watch before picking a passport Broken immigration systems and the rise of microstates The future of flexible citizenship models ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Coin Stories is also powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) is a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining and high-performance computing. Learn more at https://www.bitdeer.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES River is where I DCA weekly and buy Bitcoin with the lowest fees in the industry: https://partner.river.com/natalie Earn 2-4% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the orange Gemini Bitcoin credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Jun 10, 202534 min

S4 Ep 387News Block: Deficit Debate Erupts as Musk & Trump Clash, Latest Corporate Bitcoin Buys, Major Bank Recognizes BTC for Collateral

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Musk and Trump at odds over a $3 trillion spending bill and its deficit impact Semler Scientific, Metaplanet and Strategy all added millions in BTC to their treasuries Strategy upsizes $STRD offering U.K. proposes lifting its retail ban on Bitcoin ETFs South Korea's new president supports Bitcoin JPMorgan will let clients use Bitcoin ETFs as loan collateral and include Bitcoin in net-worth calculations and more! ---- Invest as you spend with the Gemini Bitcoin Credit Card. Sign up today with our referral link to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The new orange Gemini Credit Card lets you earn Bitcoin on everything you buy: www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Join our mailing list and subscribe to our free Bitcoin newsletter: thenewsblock.substack.com ---- References mentioned in the episode: Elon Musk's Tweet on Fiscal Spending Bill Lyn Alden's Keynote Presentation from Bitcoin 2025 Semler Scientific Announces New Bitcoin Buy Metaplanet's 555 Million Plan Presentation Deck Strategy's Stride $STRD Perpetual Preferred Stock Strategy Buys Another 1,045 Bitcoin Strategy Raises $1 Billion in Stride Offering Strategy's Stride Offering Filing FCA Lifts Ban on Spot Bitcoin ETFs for the UK FCA Proposes to Lift Ban on Bitcoin Derivative Products California Bill Prevents State from Selling Idle Bitcoin Eric Peterson's Tweet on New California Bill Pro-Bitcoin President Wins Election in South Korea South Korea Ranks Number Two for Trading Volume Circle Enjoys Wildly Successful IPO in First Day of Trading Gemini Files Confidential S-1 to Go Public via IPO JPMorgan to Include Bitcoin in Net Worth Calculations ---- Upcoming Events: Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Jun 9, 202513 min

S4 Ep 386Saifedean: Is Bitcoin Nearing Cycle Top? Corporate Treasuries, Wealth Concentration & Gold Standard

Natalie Brunell is joined by Saifedean Ammous, economist and author of The Bitcoin Standard, for a deep-dive conversation on sound money, Bitcoin's future, and his upcoming book, The Gold Standard. Topics discussed include: An inside look at The Gold Standard and whether Saifedean believes a gold-backed framework may reemerge Wealth concentration under fiat vs Bitcoin The rise of corporate Bitcoin treasuries and the broader institutionalization of Bitcoin Why we don't need inflationary money Is Bitcoin infinitely divisible? Why Saifedean thinks we're approaching a Bitcoin cycle top right now Saif's reaction to selling over 1 million copies of The Bitcoin Standard and its impact on the ecosystem Guest Bio: @saifedean is an economist and professor of economics at the Lebanese American University. He is the author of The Bitcoin Standard, which has become a seminal work on Bitcoin's role in monetary history, and now The Gold Standard, exploring the case for a return to gold-backed money. Follow Saif on X at https://x.com/saifedean ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Coin Stories is also powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) is a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining and high-performance computing. Learn more at https://www.bitdeer.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES River is where I DCA weekly and buy Bitcoin with the lowest fees in the industry: https://partner.river.com/natalie Earn 2-4% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the orange Gemini Bitcoin credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput= Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Jun 3, 202529 min

S4 Ep 385News Block: Bitcoin 2025 Vegas Recap, Bitcoin Treasury Company Boom, 18 Nations Hold Bitcoin? BitBonds Proposed for NYC, and CLARITY Act Introduced

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Bitcoin 2025 drew 30,000+ to Vegas, marking peak BTC enthusiasm Trump Media raised $2.3 B to build a corporate Bitcoin treasury GameStop bought 4,710 BTC (~$513 million), signaling its crypto pivot Tether holds 100 000+ BTC and aims to be the world's largest miner Lummis says U.S. Bitcoin holdings audit is classified NYC could introduce BitBonds House introduces the CLARITY Act after VP Vance's crypto advocacy Pakistan unveils a national Bitcoin reserve and mining plan ---- Invest as you spend with the Gemini Bitcoin Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The new orange Gemini Credit Card lets you earn Bitcoin on everything you buy: www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Join our mailing list and subscribe to our free Bitcoin newsletter: thenewsblock.substack.com ---- References mentioned in the episode: Pierre Rochard's Tweet on Bitcoin 2025 Trump Media Group Raises Billions to Buy Bitcoin GameStop Announces Bitcoin Purchases Strive Asset Management Raises $750 Million Saylor Quote on GameStop in CNBC Article Tether CEO: "We Will Be the Largest Bitcoin Miner" Strategy Acquires an Additional 4,020 Bitcoin Major Findings from UTXO and Bitwise Report VP Vance Calls for Digital Assets Legislation Rep. French Hill Introduces New Market Structure Bill David Sacks Asked About Strategic Bitcoin Reserve NYC Mayor Proposes to Issue BitBonds River Report on Bitcoin Adoption in 2025 Pakistan to Form Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Nigel Farage Promises UK Strategic Bitcoin Reserve ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Jun 2, 202510 min

S4 Ep 384Peter Schiff: Gold Will Replace U.S. Dollar As Neutral Reserve Asset (But He Has His Own Strategic Bitcoin Reserve)

Natalie Brunell is joined by Peter Schiff, economist and gold advocate, for a fiery and wide-ranging conversation ahead of their live stage appearance at the Bitcoin Conference in Las Vegas. Schiff doesn't hold back, calling Bitcoin a "meme coin," criticizing Trump's economic policies, and warning that America is on the brink of economic collapse fueled by debt, inflation, and political dysfunction. Topics iinclude: Why Schiff is still anti-Bitcoin despite holding his own "Strategic Bitcoin Reserve" Gold vs. Bitcoin: trust, counterparty risk, and final settlement Schiff's take on the "Big Beautiful Bill" and why it guarantees higher deficits The myth of "growing out of the debt" and what needs to happen instead Foreign central banks ditching dollars for gold and what it means for the dollar's reserve status How Schiff would fix the U.S. economy (but why it won't happen) Guest Bio: Peter Schiff is the Founder, CEO and Global Strategist of Euro Pacific Capital and host of The Peter Schiff Show. He is an economic forecaster and investment advisor influenced by the free-market Austrian School of economics. His book, "The Real Crash: America's Coming Bankruptcy – How to Save Yourself and Your Country," warns that the 2008 crisis was just the prelude to a larger sovereign debt crisis in the United States that may lead to a collapse of the US dollar. Follow Peter on X at https://x.com/PeterSchiff. ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Coin Stories is also powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) is a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining and high-performance computing. Learn more at https://www.bitdeer.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES River is where I DCA weekly and buy Bitcoin with the lowest fees in the industry: https://partner.river.com/natalie Earn 2-4% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the orange Gemini Bitcoin credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://b.tc/conference Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

May 27, 20251h 8m

S4 Ep 383News Block: New Bitcoin ATH Amid U.S. Debt Crisis, Bank Leverage Rules & Stablecoin Bill Aim to Boost Treasury Demand

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Bitcoin hits $112K, outperforming stocks and bonds as mainstream attention grows. U.S. plans to ease bank rules to boost Treasury demand through capital relief. Senate advances bipartisan stablecoin bill to unlock new buyers for U.S. debt. Bitcoin rally still looks early as search interest and halving returns lag past cycles. Government shifts from deficit cuts to inflating debt away via nominal GDP growth. ---- Invest as you spend with the Gemini Bitcoin Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The new orange Gemini Credit Card lets you earn Bitcoin on everything you buy: www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Join our mailing list and subscribe to our free Bitcoin newsletter: thenewsblock.substack.com ---- References in this week's episode: Bloomberg Article on Bitcoin's Outperformance Fidelity's Recent Report on the Halving Cycle Google Search Interest for "Bitcoin" Still Depressed Lyn Alden's Tweet on SLR Rule Change News Bessent Hints at Easing Bank Capital Rules CFRB Estimates New House Bill Adds $3.3 Trillion Tether's Q1 2025 Attestation Report Sacks: Stablecoin Bill Could Unlock Trillions WSJ: Major Banks May Issue Joint Stablecoin Senate Advances Stablecoin Bill Bessent Interview on Stablecoins Bessent Interview on SLR Rules Bessent Interview on Boosting Growth Elon Musk's Tweet on DOGE and Productivity ---- Upcoming events: Bitcoin 2025 is THIS WEEK in Las Vegas May 27-29th! Join me for my 4th Annual Women of Bitcoin Brunch! 2026 Conference passes will be available this week so get your early bird tickets and use code HODL for a discount: https://b.tc/conference Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

May 26, 202511 min

S4 Ep 382Judy Shelton: Exposing the Fed, Gold-Backed Bonds and Can Private Money like Bitcoin Restore Monetary Integrity?

Natalie Brunell is joined by renowned economist and monetary scholar Judy Shelton, former advisor to President Trump and outspoken advocate for sound money. Judy shares her deep insights on the Federal Reserve, gold-backed monetary policy, and the future of economic stability in the U.S. and abroad. She also reflects on her controversial Fed nomination, the collapse of Bretton Woods, and her views on Bitcoin as a potential reserve asset. Topics discussed include: Why Judy Shelton believes the Fed is unaccountable and whether it can be reformed The case for returning to sound money principles Her proposal for gold-backed U.S. Treasury bonds How marking gold to market could address national debt The collapse of the Bretton Woods system and lessons from it Currency manipulation, trade imbalances, and tariffs The rise of Bitcoin and how it compares to gold Why her Fed nomination was blocked and what it revealed The future of the dollar as a global reserve currency How alternative currencies like Bitcoin could restore market integrity ---- This interview provides a powerful look at fixing or replacing today's broken monetary system. Guest Bio: Judy Shelton is a former economic advisor to President Trump, and a Senior Fellow at the Independent Institute and the author of "Good as Gold: How to Unleash the Power of Sound Money." She is known for her advocacy for a return to the gold standard, and for her criticisms of the Federal Reserve. President Trump nominated Shelton to the Fed in 2019. She holds a Ph.D. in business administration, with an emphasis on finance and international economics, from the University of Utah. Follow Judy on X at https://x.com/judyshel ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES River is where I DCA weekly and buy Bitcoin with the lowest fees in the industry: https://partner.river.com/natalie Earn 2% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the Gemini credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Bitcoin 2025 is heading to Las Vegas May 27-29th! Join me for my 4th Annual Women of Bitcoin Brunch! Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/affiliate/hodl/event/bitcoin-2025 Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

May 20, 20251h 14m

S4 Ep 381News Block: Institutions Pivot to Bitcoin as U.S. Credit Outlook Turns Negative, Gold Demand Surges But Bitcoin Has More Upside

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Institutions Double Down on Bitcoin Amid Market Volatility Major Funds Rotate Out—But Long-Term Players Step In U.S. Credit Outlook Turns Negative as Debt Surges Gold Demand Rises, But Bitcoin Steals the Spotlight Corporate Bitcoin Adoption Goes Global—and Markets Respond I've joined the board of directors at $SMLR! ---- Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The Gemini Credit Card lets you earn Bitcoin on everything you buy: www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Join our mailing list and subscribe to our free Bitcoin newsletter: thenewsblock.substack.com ---- References mentioned in the episode: Abu Dhabi Sovereign Wealth Fund Increases BTC Position Brown University Bought $4.9 Million Worth of Bitcoin Reuters: Institutional Investors Juggle Bitcoin ETF Positions State of Wisconsin Pension Fund Sells Its Bitcoin ETF Position Moody's Downgrades United States Credit Rating Year-to-Date Fiscal Deficit Tops $1 Trillion Moody's Downgrades U.S. "Aaa" Rating Bank of America Survey on Deficit Expectations COMEX Gold Delivery Notices Spike in May JP Morgan: Bitcoin Has More Upside than Gold Brazil Bitcoin Treasury Company Acquires Bitcoin Next Technology Holding Buys 5,000 Bitcoin Coinbase Global Set to Join S&P 500 Index Bitwise's Rasmussen Estimates Coinbase Flows Coin Stories Interview with Jack Mallers Semler Scientific Appoints Natalie Brunell to its BOD ---- Upcoming Events: Bitcoin 2025 is heading to Las Vegas May 27-29th! Join me for my 4th Annual Women of Bitcoin Brunch! Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/affiliate/hodl/event/bitcoin-2025 Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

May 19, 20258 min

S4 Ep 380Matyáš Kuchar: European Capital of Bitcoin & Behind-the-Scenes Preview of BTC Prague

This week Natalie Brunell is joined by Matyáš Kuchař, Co-Founder of BTC Prague, the largest Bitcoin Conference in Europe, for a wide-ranging discussion on European Bitcoin adoption and Bitcoin events. Guest Bio: Matyáš Kuchar is a co-founder of prominent Bitcoin conferences: BTC Prague and Chaincamp. He's spent the last several years dedicated to Bitcoin education, authoring articles, fostering local Bitcoin communities, and expanding business networks. Follow Matyáš on X at https://x.com/matyas44cook Secure your tickets for BTC Prague at https://btcprague.com/ and get to hear prominent speakers like Michael Saylor in person. ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Coin Stories is also powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) is a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining and high-performance computing. Learn more at https://www.bitdeer.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES River is where I DCA weekly and buy Bitcoin with the lowest fees in the industry: https://partner.river.com/natalie Earn 2% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the Gemini credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Bitcoin 2025 is heading to Las Vegas May 27-29th! Join me for my 4th Annual Women of Bitcoin Brunch! Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/affiliate/hodl/event/bitcoin-2025 Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

May 16, 202532 min

S4 Ep 379Jack Mallers: Borrowing Against Your Bitcoin, Full Scoop on Twenty One Capital & Bitcoin Treasury Company Competition

This week Natalie Brunell is joined by Jack Mallers, CEO of Strike and founder of Twenty One Capital, for a behind-the-scenes look at the future of Bitcoin lending, capital markets, and corporate treasuries. Jack shares his vision for Twenty One Capital and the launch of Strike's industry-leading Bitcoin-backed lending product. Topics include: Strike's Bitcoin-backed lending product: borrow cash without selling your Bitcoin (50% LTV, no rehypothecation) Jack's mission to reduce interest rates and help the Bitcoin loan market mature Twenty One Capital: a Bitcoin-native firm going public to bring blue-chip credibility to the space How transparency and strong leadership can set new standards in Bitcoin financial services Supporting and educating companies on Bitcoin treasury strategy Why the U.S. dollar is weakening and how Bitcoin is emerging as a neutral, global reserve asset And much more! ---- Guest Bio: Jack Mallers is co-founder and CEO of Twenty One Capital, a Bitcoin-native financial firm started in 2025 aimed at institutional adoption and treasury innovation. He's also the founder and CEO of Strike, a Bitcoin payments company leveraging the Lightning Network to enable instant, low-fee transactions. Follow Jack on X at https://x.com/jackmallers ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Coin Stories is also powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) is a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining and high-performance computing. Learn more at https://www.bitdeer.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES River is where I DCA weekly and buy Bitcoin with the lowest fees in the industry: https://partner.river.com/natalie Earn 2% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the Gemini credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Bitcoin 2025 is heading to Las Vegas May 27-29th! Join me for my 4th Annual Women of Bitcoin Brunch! Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/affiliate/hodl/event/bitcoin-2025 Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto

May 13, 202547 min

S4 Ep 378News Block: Bitcoin Corporate Treasuries Surge with $KDLY & $ASST, New Hampshire Launches First Bitcoin Reserve, Buffett Warns of Currency Debasement

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Bitcoin Corporate Adoption is Accelerating: Learn more about Nakamoto Holdings and Strive Asset Management Announcements Strategy & Metaplanet Stack More Bitcoin New Hampshire Establishes First State Bitcoin Reserve, Arizona follows GENIUS Act Fails to Pass - Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's Reaction Warren Buffett Fears Currency Debasement ---- Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The Gemini Credit Card lets you earn Bitcoin on everything you buy: www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Join our mailing list and subscribe to our free Bitcoin newsletter: thenewsblock.substack.com ---- References mentioned in the episode: David Bailey Launching New Bitcoin Treasury Company Strive Asset Management Launches New Treasury Company Bernstein's Research on Bitcoin Corporate Treasury Strategy Metaplanet Acquires Another 1,241 Bitcoin for $124 Million Strategy Acquires Another 13,390 Bitcoin for $1.34 Billion Armstrong Considered Bitcoin Treasury Strategy Years Ago Coinbase's Latest SEC Filings Show Bitcoin Accumulation Coinbase Acquires Deribit for $2.9 Billion in Record Deal Coinbase Unveils 24/7 Bitcoin Futures Trading New Hampshire Passes First State Bitcoin Reserve Law Arizona Becomes Second State to Enact Bitcoin Reserve Bill OCC's New Interpretive Letter Gives Green Light for Banks OCC Video States Banks Now Allowed to Service Crypto Secretary Bessent Testifies that U.S. Should Lead in Digital Assets U.S. Senate Votes to Halt the GENIUS Act Stablecoin Bill Senator Elizabeth Warren Blames Trump for Corruption Secretary Bessent's Tweet in Response to GENIUS Act Halt Treasury Secretary Lambasts Senate for Blocking Stablecoin Bill U.S. Treasury's Digital Money Stablecoin Presentation U.S. Government on Pace for a $2 Trillion Annual Deficit Global Debt Reaches Record $324 Trillion in Q1 2025 Warren Buffett Clip on How U.S. Fiscal Policy Scares Him Samara Asset Group's Bitcoin Consumer Price Index ---- Upcoming Events: Bitcoin 2025 is heading to Las Vegas May 27-29th! Join me for my 4th Annual Women of Bitcoin Brunch! Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/affiliate/hodl/event/bitcoin-2025 Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

May 12, 202510 min

S4 Ep 377Michael Saylor: 100x Return Strategy, Bitcoin Price Action vs Market's Tariff Panic & the BTC Corporate Treasury Revolution

Natalie Brunell is joined by Michael Saylor, Executive Chairman of Strategy ($MSTR) and arguably the most prominent Bitcoin advocate, for a compelling discussion on corporate Bitcoin adoption. Topics discussed include: Why Zombie corporations are embracing Bitcoin The promise of Bitcoin for all corporations and business Market uncertainty, macro headwinds, and why Bitcoin is the solution How to remain calm during market chaos Innovative financial instruments and the latest Strategy product offerings, $STRF and $STRK What has surprised Saylor most about the U.S. warming to Bitcoin How average wage-earner can 100x their money Why Bitcoin's price isn't closer to $200k Michael's latest price prediction The "secret of Bitcoin" And much more. This insightful conversation offers a comprehensive look at why Bitcoin is emerging as a strategic imperative for corporations and a cornerstone of the future financial system. As a bonus, Saylor shares personal advice that could prove to be life-changing. ---- Guest Bio: Michael J. Saylor is an American entrepreneur and Executive Chairman of Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), a business intelligence firm he co-founded in 1989. A graduate of MIT, Saylor is renowned for transforming his company into the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, with holdings exceeding 500,000 BTC as of 2025. ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Coin Stories is also powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) is a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining and high-performance computing. Learn more at www.bitdeer.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES River is where I DCA weekly and buy Bitcoin with the lowest fees in the industry: https://partner.river.com/natalie Earn 2% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the Gemini credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Bitcoin 2025 is heading to Las Vegas May 27-29th! Join me for my 4th Annual Women of Bitcoin Brunch! Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/affiliate/hodl/event/bitcoin-2025 Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories

May 8, 202527 min

S4 Ep 376Col. Douglas Macgregor: America's Golden Age or Tough Times Ahead? Global Trade War Analysis and Why Bitcoin Will Replace Fiat Currency

In this episode of Coin Stories with Natalie Brunell featuring Col. Douglas Macgregor, retired U.S. Army colonel, military strategist, and frequent geopolitical commentator, for a timely conversation on the heels of the Trump administration's 100-Day celebration. He is also the CEO of ⁨@OurCountryOurChoice⁩ . In classic form, Col. Macgregor delivers bold, contrarian takes on U.S. foreign policy, global conflict and the financial future of America, and he doesn't hesitate to criticize both sides of the isle. Topics discussed include: His latest critique of tariffs, global trade policy, and the long-term impact of the U.S.–China trade war America's weakening economic and geopolitical leverage in ending military escalations The contrast between a "Golden Age" and the need for fiscal discipline including budget cuts and reduced sovereign interest payments Whether it's time to acknowledge Social Security as beyond repair and what alternatives might look like Tribalism in American politics Bitcoin ultimately replacing fiat currency "because there is no where else to go" The consequences of a financialized economy And much more! Col. Macgregor analyzes some of the most pressing challenges facing the nation today, issues that are complex and difficult to confront. His perspective is contrarian yet strikingly bipartisan, offering a rare lens through which to examine America's future. --- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Coin Stories is also powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) is a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining and high-performance computing. Learn more at www.bitdeer.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES River is where I DCA weekly and buy Bitcoin with the lowest fees in the industry: https://partner.river.com/natalie Earn 2% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the Gemini credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Bitcoin 2025 is heading to Las Vegas May 27-29th! Join me for my 4th Annual Women of Bitcoin Brunch! Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/affiliate/hodl/event/bitcoin-2025 Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

May 6, 202550 min

S4 Ep 375News Block: Bitcoin Rising in 2025 – Institutional Endorsements, Wall Street Moves, CIA on Bitcoin, and Green Mining Milestones

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Bitcoin's Dominating the Conversation in 2025 Bitcoin Emerges as the Only Institutional-Grade Digital Asset Cambridge's New Report: 50% of Bitcoin Mining Now Powered by Renewables ---- Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The Gemini Credit Card lets you earn Bitcoin on everything you buy: www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Join our mailing list and subscribe to our free Bitcoin newsletter: thenewsblock.substack.com ---- References mentioned in the episode: CIA Deputy Director Michael Ellis on the Pomp Podcast Michael Morrell's Article on Bitcoin's Use in Illicit Finance Bitcoin Mag's Interview with Commerce Secretary Lutnick Morgan Stanley Plans to Offer Crypto Trading through E*Trade Charles Schwab CEO Speaks on the Firm's Bitcoin Plans Larry Fink on Bitcoin Article Getting 600,000 Hits from 2023 Goldman Sachs Head of Digital Assets Interview at Token49 BlackRock CIO on Institutions Focusing on Bitcoin, Not Crypto Eric Trump Says that Crypto Will Leave Banks in the Dust Bitcoin Dominance Hits Highest Level in Four Years Forbes: Why BTC May Be the Only Institutional Asset Large Derivatives Platform Two Prime Moves to Bitcoin Only Vitalik Buterin Praises Bitcoin's Simplicity Metaplanet Establishes U.S. Subsidiary in FloridaStrategy Announces New Fundraising Plan in Q1 Earnings Strategy's Q1 2025 Earnings Call Fold Becomes First Company to Ring NASDAQ Opening Bell Brown University Reveals Spot Bitcoin ETF Holdings 2025 Cambridge Digital Mining Industry Report Batten's Thread of Findings from Cambridge Mining Report Bitdeer and Coin Stories Documentary on Bitcoin Mining ---- Natalie's Upcoming Events: Bitcoin 2025 is heading to Las Vegas May 27-29th! Join me for my 4th Annual Women of Bitcoin Brunch! Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/affiliate/hodl/event/bitcoin-2025 Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

May 5, 202510 min

S4 Ep 374Preston Pysh: Global Trade Bluff? Macro Market Analysis, Twenty One Capital Launch and The Future of Bitcoin Banks

Natalie Brunell is joined by Preston Pysh for a wide-ranging conversation on the shifting macroeconomic landscape, the fragility of the global financial system, and why Bitcoin stands out as the long-term solution. The discussion explores trade dynamics, central bank interventions, and how Bitcoin fits into the coming monetary transformation. Topics include: The U.S.'s struggle to onshore manufacturing and reduce dependence on China Why the U.S. may be bluffing in global trade negotiations The precarious state of the dollar and implications for global markets Gold's potential revaluation vs Bitcoin's superior trust model Central banks' power to manipulate liquidity and market pricing The surprising resilience of Bitcoin despite fiat market volatility Home equity tapping and the temporary resilience of consumers The unprecedented breakdown of the bond market and rising yields Jack Mallers' launch of Twenty One Capital and the rise of Bitcoin financial services Why Bitcoin-focused companies could become the banks of the future The accelerating contractions of the fiat system and Bitcoin's role as the escape valve Long-term strategies for building wealth through Bitcoin DCA strategy ---- Coin Stories is brought to you by lead sponsor Genius Group (NYSE American $GNS). Genius is a Bitcoin-first business delivering AI-powered education and acceleration solutions for the future of work: https://www.geniusgroup.ai/coinstories ---- Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) is a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining and high-performance computing. Learn more at www.bitdeer.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie River is where I DCA weekly and buy Bitcoin with the lowest fees in the industry: https://partner.river.com/natalie Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES Earn 2% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the Gemini credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Bitcoin 2025 is heading to Las Vegas May 27-29th! Join me for my 4th Annual Women of Bitcoin Brunch! Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/affiliate/hodl/event/bitcoin-2025 Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Apr 29, 202558 min

S4 Ep 373News Block: Major Bitcoin Treasury Company—Twenty One—Emerges, Fed Softens Stance on Bitcoin for Banks, Bitcoin Shows Resilience to Tariff Volatility

In episode #85 of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Twenty One Capital: A New Bitcoin Treasury Company Enters the Arena Will Twenty One Be a "Bitcoin Bank?" Strategy ($MSTR) Continues To Buy Bitcoin Fed Withdraws Some Anti-Bitcoin Guidance for Banks (But Critics Say It's Not Enough) Wall Street is Taking Notice of Bitcoin's Resilience ---- Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The Gemini Credit Card lets you earn Bitcoin on everything you buy: www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Join our mailing list and subscribe to our free Bitcoin newsletter: thenewsblock.substack.com ---- References mentioned in the episode: Semler Scientific Buys $10 Million Worth of Bitcoin Metaplanet Now Holds 5,000 Bitcoin Metaplanet Buys 330 Additional Bitcoin Strategy Buys Another $555 Million Worth of Bitcoin Leaked Slides from Twenty One's Pitch Deck Leaked Slide from Twenty One's Pitch Deck Thread Explaining Twenty One's Business Model Paolo Ardoino's Tweet On Twenty One Cantor Fitzgerald Announcement of Twenty One FT: Twenty One Capital Launches Sam Callahan's Post on Corporate Cash Paul Atkins Signals Sharp Shift in SEC Policy SEC Chair Atkins' Comments on Digital Assets The Fed Removes Guidance on Crypto-assets Fed Retracts Guidance Discouraging Banks Fed Statement on Removing Previous Guidance Survey on Americans Giving Up On Savings Senator Cynthia Lummis' Tweet on Fed Actions Fed Defies Trump and Keeps Anti-Crypto Guidance Bloomberg: Bitcoin Acting Like a Safe Haven Stock, Bond, and Dollar Correlation is Spiking Citigroup's Market Update on Bitcoin's ResilienceBernstein's Market Memo on Bitcoin's Outperformance ---- Upcoming events: Bitcoin 2025 is heading to Las Vegas May 27-29th! Join me for my 4th Annual Women of Bitcoin Brunch! Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/affiliate/hodl/event/bitcoin-2025 Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Apr 28, 202511 min

S4 Ep 372Frank Corva: What's in Store at BTC Vegas 2025, Inside Trump's White House Press Room and Bitcoin for Global Freedom

*COIN STORIES PODCAST* Natalie Brunell is joined by Frank Corva, journalist and political correspondent for Bitcoin Magazine, for a brief conversation on Bitcoin's intersection with politics. Frank shares insights from his reporting and what to expect at the upcoming Bitcoin Conference 2025 in Las Vegas where the global Bitcoin community will once again unite to advance the mission of sound money and financial sovereignty. ---- *Bitcoin Conference 2025 – Las Vegas Highlights* The world's largest annual Bitcoin gathering returns, taking over Las Vegas Uniting builders, educators, investors, and advocates from around the globe Driving forward the movement for sound money and financial freedom An epicenter for announcements, innovation, and the future of Bitcoin *4th Annual Women of Bitcoin Brunch* powered by MARA Our biggest and most impactful event yet—5x the size of our 2022 launch Featuring women-led panels, powerful networking, and inspiring conversations Open to all women in Bitcoin from pioneering CEOs to first-time attendees Celebrating and empowering the vital role of women in shaping Bitcoin's future Bitcoin is for everyone and this is your invitation to be part of history. *USE CODE HODL for 10% off* Watch the full episode now and get a front-row look at what's ahead for Bitcoin 2025! https://b.tc/conference ---- Coin Stories is brought to you by lead sponsor Genius Group (NYSE American $GNS). Genius is a Bitcoin-first business delivering AI-powered education and acceleration solutions for the future of work. Learn more at https://www.geniusgroup.ai/coinstories ---- Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie River is where I DCA weekly and buy Bitcoin with the lowest fees in the industry: https://partner.river.com/natalie Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES Earn 2% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the Gemini credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Bitcoin 2025 is heading to Las Vegas May 27-29th! Join me for my 4th Annual Women of Bitcoin Brunch! Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/affiliate/hodl/event/bitcoin-2025 Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Apr 24, 202524 min

S4 Ep 371T.J. Miller: Hollywood's Bitcoin Blind Spot, the Truth About Celebrity Wealth and Why There's No Second Best

Natalie Brunell is joined by actor and comedian T.J. Miller in this hilarious and thought-provoking episode of Coin Stories to discuss Bitcoin. T.J. isn't afraid to challenge the mainstream Hollywood consensus, which continues to overlook the most important digital asset and monetary network in the world. Known for his roles in "Silicon Valley," "Deadpool," and a string of blockbuster comedies, T.J. brings his unique perspective on the intersection of Bitcoin and the entertainment industry (or rather, the lack thereof). Topics discussed include: How he came to learn about Bitcoin Being married to a Bitcoin maxi T.J.'s friendship with the Winklevoss twins, Michael Saylor, and other prominent Bitcoiners Why other celebrities haven't adopted Bitcoin The hurdle of dedicating 50+ hours to learn about Bitcoin How broken money/fiat has impacted Hollywood and filmmaking] Guest Bio: T.J. Miller is an American actor and comedian, known for his roles in the HBO series "Silicon Valley" and the Marvel films "Deadpool" and "X-Men: Apocalypse". He has also gained attention for his interest in and investment in cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin. And he's one of the featured speakers at Bitcoin 2025 Las Vegas in May. Follow T.J. on X at https://x.com/nottjmiller and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/teenagemillionaire/ ---- Coin Stories is brought to you by lead sponsor Genius Group (NYSE American $GNS). Genius is a Bitcoin-first business delivering AI-powered education and acceleration solutions for the future of work. Learn more and enter for a chance to win a whale pass to Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas: https://www.geniusgroup.ai/coinstories ---- Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie River is where I DCA weekly and buy Bitcoin with the lowest fees in the industry: https://partner.river.com/natalie Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES Earn 2% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the Gemini credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Bitcoin 2025 is heading to Las Vegas May 27-29th! Join me for my 4th Annual Women of Bitcoin Brunch! Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/affiliate/hodl/event/bitcoin-2025 Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Apr 22, 202545 min

S4 Ep 370News Block: Market Tumbles as Foreign Investors Sell U.S. Assets, Gold Hits New ATH, Trump Demands "Too Late" Powell Lower Rates, Bitcoin Shows Resilience

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Foreign Investors Are Selling U.S. Assets Is Global Monetary Reset Underway? Gold Surges, Bitcoin Shows Resilience Trump Pressures Powell to Rate Cuts Powell: Fed to Loosen Crypto Rules for Banks ---- Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus with the Gemini Credit Card: www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Join our mailing list and subscribe to our free Bitcoin newsletter: thenewsblock.substack.com ---- References mentioned in the episode: Treasury Secretary Bessent: "It's Main Street's turn." Miran's Comments on U.S. Dollar Reserve Status Apollo: Total Foreign Holdings of U.S. Assets Foreign Investors Sellers of U.S. Equities Foreign Investors Sellers of U.S. Corporate Bonds FMS Investors to Cut More U.S. Stock Exposure Gold Funds On Pace for Record Flows in 2025 Bitwise: "Bitcoin's Remarkable Resilience" June Fed Rate Cut Probability from FedWatch President Trump Calls for Fed Rate Cuts Fed Signal Loosening of Bank Rules Around Bitcoin Charles Schwab to Launch Bitcoin Trading Within 12 Months Binance Acting as an Advisor to Governments on Crypto Policy ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Apr 21, 202510 min

S4 Ep 369Lyn Alden's Global Reserve Currency Deep-Dive: Tradeoffs, Trade Deficits and U.S. Dollar Hegemony's Impact on Working Class

Natalie Brunell is joined by Lyn Alden for a wide-ranging conversation on the forces shaping the global financial system and the future of money. Lyn breaks down the complexities of the US dollar's reserve currency status, its role in persistent trade deficits, and the economic toll on America's working class. The discussion spans monetary history, policy tradeoffs, the future of manufacturing, and the potential of Bitcoin as a neutral reserve asset in a volatile world. Topics include: The global demand created by dollar reserve status How trade deficits are tied to an overvalued dollar The link between financialization and the decline of the working class The shift from gold to fiat and its long-term effects Why tariffs may not fix structural economic issues Capital outflows and their rare occurrence in the U.S. The case for a multipolar currency world Challenges in the real estate market The role of automation in reshoring jobs Rising value of skilled blue-collar labor Bitcoin as a potential neutral reserve asset Predictions for market volatility and Bitcoin's future Arguably, no one explains these concepts better than Lyn Alden. Her analysis is among the best and is sure to give you that "aha" moment, unlocking key pieces of the complex monetary puzzle, and why an alternative, such as Bitcoin, is so important. Guest Bio: Lyn Alden is a brilliant macroeconomist, investment strategist and General Partner at Ego Death Capital. Follow Lyn on X https://x.com/LynAldenContact and subscribe to her phenomenal newsletter https://www.lynalden.com ---- Coin Stories is brought to you by lead sponsor Genius Group (NYSE American $GNS). Genius is a Bitcoin-first business delivering AI-powered education and acceleration solutions for the future of work: https://www.geniusgroup.ai/coinstories ---- Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie River is where I DCA weekly and buy Bitcoin with the lowest fees in the industry: https://partner.river.com/natalie Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES Earn 2% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the Gemini credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Bitcoin 2025 is heading to Las Vegas May 27-29th! Join me for my 4th Annual Women of Bitcoin Brunch! Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/affiliate/hodl/event/bitcoin-2025 Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Apr 17, 20251h 0m

S4 Ep 368John Deaton: From Poverty to Prosperity and Reviving the American Dream with Bitcoin

In this episode featuring John Deaton, trial attorney, U.S. Marine veteran, and challenger to Elizabeth Warren in the 2024 Senate race, John shares his personal journey of resilience and why he believes Bitcoin is the path to prosperity that will help revive the American Dream. Topics discussed include: Deaton's upbringing: growing up on welfare with self-limiting beliefs Why Bitcoin is 'ideaological' and personal The fight for economic justice Closing the wealth gap The race against Elizabeth Warren and what went wrong Bitcoin's role in the future of America ---- Coin Stories is brought to you by lead sponsor Genius Group (NYSE American $GNS). Genius is a Bitcoin-first business delivering AI-powered education and acceleration solutions for the future of work. Learn more and enter for a chance to win a whale pass to Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas: https://www.geniusgroup.ai/coinstories ---- Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie River is where I DCA weekly and buy Bitcoin with the lowest fees in the industry: https://partner.river.com/natalie Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES Earn 2% back in Bitcoin on all your purchases with the Gemini credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Bitcoin 2025 is heading to Las Vegas May 27-29th! Join me for my 4th Annual Women of Bitcoin Brunch! Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/affiliate/hodl/event/bitcoin-2025 Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Apr 15, 202544 min

S4 Ep 367News Block: Bond Market Mayhem, Will Fed Step In? $245B Spending Surge, Dalio's Dire Warning, SEC's Atkins Confirmed

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Bond Market Disorder Has Fed Officials on Alert Government Spending Up $245 Billion vs. Last Year Ray Dalio Warns of Monetary Order Breakdown Senate Confirms Paul Atkins as New SEC Chair ---- Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus: www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Join our mailing list and subscribe to our free Bitcoin newsletter: thenewsblock.substack.com ---- References mentioned in the episode: Treasury Yields Have Biggest Gain Since 2001 MOVE Index Surpasses COVID-19 Pandemic Levels Treasury Yields Soar as Bond Rout Intensifies Fed "Absolutely" Ready to Stabilize Market if Needed Jamie Dimon Predicts Treasury Market Dysfunction Kashkari: "We Have Tools to Provide More Liquidity" A Graphic Showing an Overview of "The Basis Trade" Government Spending is Higher in FY 2025 U.S. On Track for $2.6 Trillion Annual Deficit in FY 2025 Treasury Confirms that Borrowing is Above FY 2024 S&P Global Ratings: "We are Focused on Bitcoin." WSJ: Debt Has Always Been the Ruin of All Great Powers Group of Politicians Condemn DOJ for Dropping Crypto Unit Senate Votes to Confirm Paul Atkins as New SEC Chair Clean Cloud Act Requires Miners to Cut Emissions Bob Burnett's Tweet in Response to Clean Cloud Act Pierre Rochard's Tweet on Bitcoin Emissions Ray Dalio Shares His Chief Concerns Today ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories

Apr 14, 20259 min

S4 Ep 366Becca Rubenfeld: Insuring Your Bitcoin, Peace of Mind You Didn't Know You Needed with AnchorWatch

Natalie Brunell is joined by Becca Rubenfeld, co-founder of AnchorWatch, to discuss how they're building secure custody and insurance solutions for Bitcoin. Topics discussed include: The risks of holding Bitcoin Technical aspects of Bitcoin custody (beginner-friendly) Inheritance planning How AnchorWatch combines technology with traditional insurance to protect your Bitcoin for the long term ---- Guest Bio: Becca Rubenfeld is the COO and Co-founder of AnchorWatch, providing regulated property and casualty insurance to commercial owners of Bitcoin. She spent the first 10 years of her career as a fashion merchant for Target, American Eagle Outfitters, and Chico's, and then with Starbucks for more than a decade, helping launch the company's innovative ideas, new beverages and concept stores. Learn more at https://www.anchorwatch.com. Follow Becca on X at https://x.com/beccaamilee ---- Coin Stories is brought to you by lead sponsor Genius Group (NYSE American $GNS). Genius is a Bitcoin-first business delivering AI-powered education and acceleration solutions for the future of work. Learn more and enter for a chance to win a whale pass to Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas: https://www.geniusgroup.ai/coinstories ---- Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie River is where I DCA weekly and buy Bitcoin with the lowest fees in the industry: https://partner.river.com/natalie Earn Bitcoin on everything you purchase with the Gemini credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES Bitcoin 2025 is heading to Las Vegas May 27-29th! Join me for my 4th Annual Women of Bitcoin Brunch! Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/affiliate/hodl/event/bitcoin-2025 Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories

Apr 10, 202543 min

S4 Ep 364Anthony Pompliano: Tariffs Will Boost American Workers and Grow Economy Despite Global Backlash

In this episode with Anthony Pompliano "Pomp", we discuss: Why Pomp sees tariffs as a positive, especially long term for working class Americans The problem of two Americas: the ultra wealthy and those struggling to get by Is Trump executing the tariffs the right way? Pomp forecasts all-time highs in stocks and Bitcoin later in 2025 Can we have high tariffs, re-shore manufacturing AND be global reserve currency? Natalie expresses doubt on this theory ---- Guest Bio: Anthony Pompliano is the Founder & CEO of Professional Capital Management. He is an entrepreneur, investor, and host of From of Desk of Anthony Pompliano on X. Order his first book, 'How to Live an Extraordinary Life': https://t.co/WCHpGWSGVH ---- Coin Stories is brought to you by lead sponsor Genius Group (NYSE American $GNS). Genius is a Bitcoin-first business delivering AI-powered education and acceleration solutions for the future of work. Learn more and enter for a chance to win a whale pass to Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas: https://www.geniusgroup.ai/coinstories ---- Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie Earn Bitcoin on every purchase with the Gemini credit card: https://www.Gemini.com/natalie River is where I DCA weekly and buy Bitcoin with the lowest fees in the industry: https://partner.river.com/natalie Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES Bitcoin 2025 is heading to Las Vegas May 27-29th! Join me for my 4th Annual Women of Bitcoin Brunch! Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/affiliate/hodl/event/bitcoin-2025 Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Apr 8, 202544 min

S4 Ep 364News Block: Global Markets Tank on Trump Tariffs as Trade War Escalates, Treasury Sec. Bessent Predicts "Grand Economic Reordering," Fidelity Unveils No-Fee Bitcoin IRA

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Global Markets Tank as Trade War Escalates Are Tariffs a Positive or Negative Thing for U.S. Economy and Working Class? Secretary Bessent Predicts "Grand Economic Reordering" Macro Update on Stocks, Gold, Bitcoin Fidelity Unveils No-Fee Bitcoin IRA ---- Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The Gemini Credit Card is issued by WebBank: www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Join our mailing list and subscribe to our free Bitcoin newsletter: thenewsblock.substack.com ---- References mentioned in the episode: What to Know About Trump's Latest Tariffs A Complete List of Trump's Reciprocal Tariffs China Retaliates with 34% Tariffs on U.S. Imports S&P 500 Worst Three-day Stretch since 1987 Marko Papic's Tweet on Trade Wars Luke Gromen Coin Stories Interview Atlanta Fed GDPNow Figure Plummets EU Plans Countermeasures for U.S. Tariffs Anthony Pompliano's Piece on Tariffs Scott Bessent on Grand Global Economic Reordering Fidelity Launches No-Fee Bitcoin-focused IRA Bitwise Launches Three New Bitcoin-linked ETFs $10 Trillion in Global Stock Market Value Wiped Out Trammel Venture Partners Report on Bitcoin VC Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tucker Carlson Michael Saylor's Tweet on Tariffs and Bitcoin Eric Weiss's Tweet on Tariffs and Bitcoin Trump Threatens China with New 50% Tariffs ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Apr 7, 202511 min

S4 Ep 363Luke Gromen: Is Trump Triggering 'Sudden Stop' in Economy? Gold, Bitcoin, Stocks and Macro Outlook

Natalie Brunell is joined by prominent analyst Luke Gromen to share a critical macro update on the U.S. economy, the debt spiral, and what it means for gold and Bitcoin. He explains why the current path is unsustainable—and how investors can prepare. Topics covered include: - Why cutting government spending could crash the economy The dangerous "order of operations" policymakers are ignoring How gold, and eventually Bitcoin, could replace U.S. Treasuries as reserve assets Why Wall Street is in denial about what's coming The role of negative real rates and financial repression - What happens if the U.S. revalues gold… and what that means for Bitcoin Luke's outlook on Bitcoin decoupling from stocks What the next 3–5 months could look like and why the clock is ticking How to prepare for a potential reset in the global monetary system ---- Guest Biography: Luke Gromen is a macroeconomist and founder and president of Forest for the Trees, a research firm he started in 2014 specializing in global macroeconomic, thematic and sector trends. Luke holds a BBA in Finance and Accounting from the University of Cincinnati and received his MBA from Case Western Reserve University. He earned the CFA designation in 2003. He publishes macro updates at @LukeGromenFFTTLLC ---- Coin Stories is brought to you by lead sponsor Genius Group (NYSE American $GNS). Genius is a Bitcoin-first business delivering AI-powered education and acceleration solutions for the future of work. Learn more and enter for a chance to win a whale pass to Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas: https://www.geniusgroup.ai/coinstories ---- Coin Stories is also powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) is a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining and high-performance computing. Learn more at www.bitdeer.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie River is where I DCA weekly and buy Bitcoin with the lowest fees in the industry: https://partner.river.com/natalie Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES Earn Bitcoin on everything you purchase with the Gemini Credit Card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Bitcoin 2025 is heading to Las Vegas May 27-29th! Join me for my 4th Annual Women of Bitcoin Brunch! Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/affiliate/hodl/event/bitcoin-2025 Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories

Apr 3, 202549 min

S4 Ep 362U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis: Paying Off America's Debt with Bitcoin, Revaluing Gold, Stablecoins For Dollar Dominance, The Future of Crypto

Natalie Brunell is joined by U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) to discuss the future of Bitcoin and digital assets, from passing landmark legislation to establishing a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. They explore how recent policy shifts, including The BITCOIN Act and stablecoin regulations could reshape the U.S. financial system—reducing debt, securing monetary freedom, and reinforcing dollar dominance. ---- Coin Stories is brought to you by lead sponsor Genius Group (NYSE American $GNS). Genius is a Bitcoin-first business delivering AI-powered education and acceleration solutions for the future of work. Learn more and enter for a chance to win a whale pass to Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas: https://www.geniusgroup.ai/coinstories ---- Coin Stories is also powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining and high-performance computing. Learn more at www.bitdeer.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ River is where I DCA weekly and buy Bitcoin with the lowest fees in the industry: https://partner.river.com/natalie Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES Bitcoin Rewards Credit Card - Earn Bitcoin on every purchase with the Gemini credit card: https://www.gemini.com/natalie Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie Bitcoin 2025 is heading to Las Vegas May 27-29th! Join me for my 4th Annual Women of Bitcoin Brunch! Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/affiliate/hodl/event/bitcoin-2025 Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing #gold #dollar #macroeconomics

Apr 1, 202532 min

S4 Ep 361News Block: Trump Family Enters Bitcoin Mining, U.S. Prioritizes Stablecoins to Extend Dollar Dominance, GameStop Will Buy Bitcoin, BlackRock Doubles Down on Bitcoin Strategy

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Trump Family Launches Bitcoin Mining Venture with Hut8 NYDIG Acquires Crusoe's Bitcoin Mining Operation Congress Fast-Tracking Stablecoin Bills to Enforce Dollar Dominance GameStop Finds the Bitcoin Cheat Code BlackRock Doubles Down on Bitcoin Strategy ---- Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The Gemini Credit Card is issued by WebBank: www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Join our mailing list and subscribe to our free Bitcoin newsletter: thenewsblock.substack.com ---- References mentioned in the episode: Trump Family Moves Into Bitcoin Mining Full Draft of the STABLE Act Released U.S. House Stablecoin Bill Goes Live Congress Moves Forward with GENIUS Act Rep. Tom Emmer's Comments on Stablecoin Legislation FT: Fidelity Considering Launching Its Own Stablecoin Tether Brought in $13 Billion in Profit in 2024 Tether CEO: "Open" to U.S. Domestic Stablecoin Tether CEO: A Full Audit by "Big Four" Firm Top Priority GameStop Announces Bitcoin Treasury Strategy GameStop Announces $1.3B Convertible Debt Offering GameStop's $1.3 Billion Convertible Debt Offering Strategy Now Holds More than Half a Million Bitcoin MARA Announces $2 Billion Equity Raise to Buy BTC Metaplanet Acquires an Additional 150 BTC KULR Technology Group Acquires an Additional 58 BTC The Blockchain Group Announces 580 BTC Purchase FDIC Allows Institutions to Engage with Crypto Activities Michael Saylor's Cantor Fitzgerald Presentation BlackRock Launches its Bitcoin ETF in Europe BlackRock Increases Bitcoin Allocation in Global Fund BBC: Bitcoin Mine is Helping Community in Zambia BBC Story of Bitcoin Mine in Zambia (Video) ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Mar 31, 202512 min

S4 Ep 360Eric Yakes: $1+ Trillion Flowing into Bitcoin? Bullish Report Reveals Massive Potential for Institutional & Nation State Adoption

In this Coin Stories episode, Natalie Brunell is joined by Eric Yakes to discuss: His company's 150-page research report, "The Bitcoin Ecosystem 2024 Annual Report": https://epochvc.io/pdf/Epoch-Bitcoin-Ecosystem-Report-2024.pdf Bullish momentum for Bitcoin What would happen if the top 10 public companies invested in Bitcoin Why Bitcoin will compete with gold in the reserves of nation states Institutional and retail adoption Will Bitcoin be papered over through fractional reserve banking? Bitcoin in 10 years and more! ---- Guest Bio: Eric Yakes is the Founder & serves as Managing Partner at Epoch VC. Yakes is also an Angel Investor. He served as Analyst at Lion Equity Partners. His primary responsibilities include financial analysis, due diligence, and monitoring portfolio company performance. He is author of the book The 7th Property. Follow Eric on X at: https://x.com/ericyakes ---- Coin Stories is brought to you by lead sponsor Genius Group (NYSE American $GNS). Genius is a Bitcoin-first business delivering AI-powered education and acceleration solutions for the future of work. Learn more and enter for a chance to win a whale pass to Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas: https://www.geniusgroup.ai/coinstories ---- Coin Stories is also powered by *Bitwise*. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: Secure your Bitcoin with collaborative custody and set up your inheritance plan with Casa: https://www.casa.io/natalie For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Get 5000 sats when you download using this link and promo code COINSTORIES10: https://www.speed.app/sweepstakes-promocode/ Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie Earn Bitcoin back on every purchase when you shop with the Gemini credit card: www.gemini.com/Natalie Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES Bitcoin 2025 is heading to Las Vegas May 27-29th! Join me for my 4th Annual Women of Bitcoin Brunch! Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/affiliate/hodl/event/bitcoin-2025 Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Connect with Bitcoiners and Bitcoin merchants wherever you live and travel on the Orange Pill App: https://signup.theorangepillapp.com/opa/natbrunell Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Mar 25, 202544 min