Is Bitcoin Good for North Carolina? | Ep. 70 — #69 Susie

<p>[Sometimes technology doesn't work in our favor. This audio in this episode is one of those moments. - Producer Jeremy]</p> <p>In this episode of Sat Chats, we welcome Susie—mom of Marissa (Ep. 56) and Michael (Ep. 66), and a North Carolina state legislature staffer with a surprising passion for risk-taking and public good. Susie shares how her blue-collar upbringing, stint in penny stocks, and years of responsible 401(k) planning shaped her financial worldview, and how Bitcoin just might fit into that picture.</p> <p>She breaks down the newly passed House bill in North Carolina allowing up to 5% of the state retirement fund to be invested in digital assets, and explains why that makes her feel more secure, not less. Plus: how her faith, work ethic, and belief in the average American align with Bitcoin’s core promise.</p> <p>We cover:</p> <p>✅ Why a small allocation in Bitcoin can grow to dominate your portfolio</p> <p>✅ How public servants are quietly helping Bitcoin adoption</p> <p>✅ Whether the dollar’s “In God We Trust” legacy connects to Bitcoin</p> <p>✅ What it means for the middle class if Bitcoin becomes standard</p> <p>✅ Why she almost didn’t stack… but ended up choosing sats</p> <p>Stay tuned for a fiery hummus tasting, a “Beast Mode” moment from Chris, and a post-show roast aimed squarely at her son Michael (we’re coming for you).</p> <p>Susie’s daughter choose the sats, her son other the dirty cash—which did she choose???</p> <p>Chapters:</p> <p>00:00 Episode Intro/Guest Welcome</p> <p>01:54 Celebrating Milestones and Community Engagement</p> <p>02:28 Women and Financial Independence</p> <p>03:43 The Role of Bitcoin in Art and Culture</p> <p>06:44 Navigating Personal Experiences with Bitcoin</p> <p>07:59 Understanding Bitcoin and Its Value</p> <p>10:00 Investment Strategies and Risk Tolerance</p> <p>13:20 Legislative Developments in Cryptocurrency</p> <p>15:55 The Future of Digital Assets in North Carolina</p> <p>20:22 The Legitimacy of Bitcoin vs. Other Cryptocurrencies</p> <p>22:27 The Power of Bitcoin in Retirement Portfolios</p> <p>24:19 The Educational Journey of Bitcoin Understanding</p> <p>25:15 Bitcoin's 24/7 Nature and Its Historical Context</p> <p>27:01 Faith, Stewardship, and Bitcoin's Role in Society</p> <p>28:37 The Impact of Bitcoin on American Debt</p> <p>30:48 Bitcoin as a Solution for Economic Challenges</p> <p>32:41 The Future of Bitcoin and Its Potential for Change</p> <p>37:40 Understanding Bitcoin's Value and Security</p> <p>45:08 The Journey to Bitcoin Ownership</p> <p>Support Sat Chats directly by:</p> <p>— Zapping Lightning to [email protected]</p> <p>— Grabbing your slot in the studio today at https://satchats.com/</p> <p>— Sending Bitcoin to bc1q5yrwe6qxujzumg5j28g0rvckx9n859sa08fupc</p>