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Natalie Brunell's Coin Stories

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Learn about the future of money and how Bitcoin proposes a solution to the problems in our monetary system. Why is wealth concentration growing? Will the U.S. dollar always be the world reserve currency? Is Bitcoin the "internet of money?" Journalist and educator Natalie Brunell shares one-on-one interviews with thought leaders. Whether you're eager to start learning about Bitcoin, or already follow the world of cryptocurrency and its pioneers, this show has something for you to HODL. Join us every week and connect with us at info@talkingbitcoin.com.

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576
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42 min
On air since
2021
Latest episode
17 hours ago

Episodes

576 episodes, newest first

  1. Darius Dale: How the Rich Rigged the American Economy

    Episode 572

    Show notes

    Darius Dale of 42 Macro says this is a conversation he couldn’t have on Bloomberg. He grew up homeless but now sits in the room with some of the largest portfolios in the world, and he holds nothing back about money, power, and the warning he’s delivering to the people at the top.

    In this episode:

    • Why he believes your vote stopped mattering decades ago, and why he says it was no accident
    • The danger building inside the market that he says almost no one on Wall Street is prepared for
    • The confession he makes as one of the wealthy, and why he calls what they’ve done “sick”
    • Why he’d only run for president if he had no other choice, and what he believes would happen if he did
    • What happened to 75 out of 100 societies that looked like America does today
    • Why he says every household needs a plan, and what he thinks it should include
    • What he’d tell the kid he used to be, living in a homeless shelter

    Follow Darius Dale on X at https://x.com/DariusDale42 and his firm at https://42macro.com

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    Order Natalie's new book "Bitcoin is For Everyone," a simple introduction to Bitcoin and what's broken in our current financial system: https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU

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    SHOW PARTNERS

    Hard assets. Higher standards. Ledn bitcoin-backed loans give you liquidity for your next move without selling your bitcoin. Your collateral is custodied and never lent out for interest, rates are published upfront, and the larger the loan, the lower the rate.

    Get 0.25% off your first loan at ledn.io/natalie. Terms apply. Availability varies by jurisdiction. Digital asset lending involves risk, including loss of collateral.

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    Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) powers AI and Bitcoin mining infrastructure with 3 GW of secured global energy — and owns the entire stack, from equipment manufacturing to data centers to proprietary orchestration software. Learn more at https://www.bitdeer.com/

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    Explore Bitcoin mining as part of your tax and alternative investment strategy. Own the equipment. Keep 100% of the Bitcoin it produces. Fully managed in the U.S. Learn more and get 1 month of free hosting: https://www.abundantmines.com/natalie

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    Bitgo is the digital asset infrastructure company trusted by institutions worldwide for regulated, insured custody, trading, settlement, and liquidity. BitGo now offers that same institutional-grade, insured qualified custodian to individuals—completely free! Learn more at https://www.bitgo.com/natalie

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    Learn about multisig self-custody without a seed phrase. Download Bitkey Today and use my promo code STORIES to get 10% off the new Bitkey. This episode has been sponsored by Bitkey: https://bitkey.world/STORIES

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    Master Bitcoin self-custody and gain peace of mind with 1-on-1 training: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie

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    With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie

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    Natalie's Upcoming Events:

    • The Sovereign Summit is coming to Miami in February 2027. Get discounted passes using code HODL: https://thesovereignsummit.com/
    • Join us in Nashville for BITCOIN 2027. Use code HODL for 10% off: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL

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    Extra Services to Consider:

    • One of the best decisions I made for both my heath and my bank account was joining CrowdHealth years ago. I never spend more than $200 on health coverage through my CrowdHealth plan and all my health events have been crowd-funded. Get started with a discounted plan at my link. : http://www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie

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    ABOUT COIN STORIES & THE NEWS BLOCK

    Natalie Brunell's content features conversations with leading voices in Bitcoin, economics, finance, and technology, exploring the future of money and how it impacts our lives.

    CONNECT WITH NATALIE

    Read Bitcoin is for Everyone: https://www.talkingbitcoin.com/freechapters

    Subscribe to the free newsletter: https://thenewsblock.substack.com

    Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nataliebrunell

    Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/NatBrunell

    Follow Natalie on X: https://www.x.com/natbrunell

    Website: https://www.talkingbitcoin.com

    PARTNERSHIPS & INQUIRIES

    Interested in sponsoring Coin Stories? Contact info@talkingbitcoin.com

    DISCLAIMER

    This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Guest views are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Natalie Brunell or the show. Paid partnerships, sponsorships, and affiliate relationships are disclosed where applicable. Natalie Brunell may earn commissions from purchases or sign-ups through certain links, at no additional cost to you. Always conduct your own research before making financial decisions.

    53 min
  2. News Block: North Korea’s $6.3B Binance Heist, Bitwise’s $1.6M Bitcoin Call and Saylor’s Record Quarter

    Episode 571

    Show notes

    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:

    • How North Korea pulled off the biggest digital heist ever
    • What Binance customers did once withdrawals reopened
    • Strategy's record quarter and the stock's surprising reaction
    • Bitwise's new decade-long Bitcoin forecast, and its unsettling bear case
    • The Fed officials who think rate hikes aren't over
    • An 18-year milestone for Bitcoin

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    📩 GET THE FREE NEWS BLOCK NEWSLETTER

    Read every story with charts and visuals, delivered to your inbox.

    👉 Subscribe for free: https://thenewsblock.substack.com/

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    POWERED EXCLUSIVELY BY LEDN

    Hard assets. Higher standards. Ledn bitcoin-backed loans give you liquidity for your next move without selling your bitcoin. Your collateral is custodied and never lent out for interest, rates are published upfront, and the larger the loan, the lower the rate.

    👉 Get 0.25% off your first loan at https://www.ledn.io/natalie

    Terms apply. Availability varies by jurisdiction. Digital asset lending involves risk, including loss of collateral.

    ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━

    📚 BITCOIN IS FOR EVERYONE — MY BEST-SELLING BOOK

    An approachable introduction to Bitcoin.

    👉 Order on Amazon

    👉 Limited signed copies at https://shop.talkingbitcoin.com/ powered by Speed Wallet

    ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━

    🎟️ UPCOMING EVENTS

    The best time to plan for Bitcoin 2027 is right now. Early-bird tickets are live, so grab the lowest pricing available and use code HODL for 10% off. 👉 Get tickets: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL

    ABOUT COIN STORIES & THE NEWS BLOCK

    Natalie Brunell's content features conversations with leading voices in Bitcoin, economics, finance, and technology, exploring the future of money and how it impacts our lives.

    CONNECT WITH NATALIE

    Read Bitcoin is for Everyone: https://www.talkingbitcoin.com/freechapters

    Subscribe to the free newsletter: https://thenewsblock.substack.com

    Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nataliebrunell

    Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/NatBrunell

    Follow Natalie on X: https://www.x.com/natbrunell

    Website: https://www.talkingbitcoin.com

    PARTNERSHIPS & INQUIRIES

    Interested in sponsoring Coin Stories? Contact info@talkingbitcoin.com

    DISCLAIMER

    This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Guest views are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Natalie Brunell or the show. Paid partnerships, sponsorships, and affiliate relationships are disclosed where applicable. Natalie Brunell may earn commissions from purchases or sign-ups through certain links, at no additional cost to you. Always conduct your own research before making financial decisions.

    7 min
  3. Lyn Alden: The Invisible Rug Pull, Gold's Next Move & Bitcoin in 2036

    Episode 570

    Show notes

    Is the AI boom a bubble? Could gold be headed for a bigger correction? And what does Lyn Alden see ahead for Bitcoin?

    Lyn returns to the show with her latest outlook on stocks, gold, housing, and Bitcoin. We get into where she still sees opportunities in the AI trade, why she's more cautious on some of the biggest tech companies, and what investors may be missing:

    We discuss:

    • Is the AI boom sustainable or will we crash after Midterms?
    • Her outlook for the stock market, gold and Bitcoin equities like MSTR
    • Whether mortgage rates could ever return to 2021 lows
    • Whether AI could pose a bigger threat to Bitcoin than quantum computing
    • Lyn's Bitcoin price outlook for 2036 and her latest investment strategy

    Follow Lyn Alden on X https://x.com/LynAldenContact & https://www.lynalden.com

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    Order Natalie's new book "Bitcoin is For Everyone," a simple introduction to Bitcoin and what's broken in our current financial system: https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU

    ----

    SHOW PARTNERS

    Hard assets. Higher standards. Ledn bitcoin-backed loans give you liquidity for your next move without selling your bitcoin. Your collateral is custodied and never lent out for interest, rates are published upfront, and the larger the loan, the lower the rate.

    Get 0.25% off your first loan at ledn.io/natalie. Terms apply. Availability varies by jurisdiction. Digital asset lending involves risk, including loss of collateral.

    ----

    Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) powers AI and Bitcoin mining infrastructure with 3 GW of secured global energy — and owns the entire stack, from equipment manufacturing to data centers to proprietary orchestration software. Learn more at https://www.bitdeer.com/

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    Explore Bitcoin mining as part of your tax and alternative investment strategy. Own the equipment. Keep 100% of the Bitcoin it produces. Fully managed in the U.S. Learn more and get 1 month of free hosting: https://www.abundantmines.com/natalie

    ----

    Bitgo is the digital asset infrastructure company trusted by institutions worldwide for regulated, insured custody, trading, settlement, and liquidity. BitGo now offers that same institutional-grade, insured qualified custodian to individuals—completely free! Learn more at https://www.bitgo.com/natalie

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    Learn about multisig self-custody without a seed phrase. Download Bitkey Today and use my promo code STORIES to get 10% off the new Bitkey. This episode has been sponsored by Bitkey: https://bitkey.world/STORIES

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    Master Bitcoin self-custody and gain peace of mind with 1-on-1 training: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie

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    With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie

    ----

    Natalie's Upcoming Events:

    • The Sovereign Summit is coming to Miami in February 2027. Get discounted passes using code HODL: https://thesovereignsummit.com/
    • Join us in Nashville for BITCOIN 2027. Use code HODL for 10% off: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL

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    Extra Services to Consider:

    • One of the best decisions I made for both my heath and my bank account was joining CrowdHealth years ago. I never spend more than $200 on health coverage through my CrowdHealth plan and all my health events have been crowd-funded. Get started with a discounted plan at my link. : http://www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie

    ----

    ABOUT COIN STORIES & THE NEWS BLOCK

    Natalie Brunell's content features conversations with leading voices in Bitcoin, economics, finance, and technology, exploring the future of money and how it impacts our lives.

    CONNECT WITH NATALIE

    Read Bitcoin is for Everyone: https://www.talkingbitcoin.com/freechapters

    Subscribe to the free newsletter: https://thenewsblock.substack.com

    Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nataliebrunell

    Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/NatBrunell

    Follow Natalie on X: https://www.x.com/natbrunell

    Website: https://www.talkingbitcoin.com

    PARTNERSHIPS & INQUIRIES

    Interested in sponsoring Coin Stories? Contact info@talkingbitcoin.com

    DISCLAIMER

    This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Guest views are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Natalie Brunell or the show. Paid partnerships, sponsorships, and affiliate relationships are disclosed where applicable. Natalie Brunell may earn commissions from purchases or sign-ups through certain links, at no additional cost to you. Always conduct your own research before making financial decisions.

    1 hr 18 min
  4. SPECIAL REPORT: Social Security Is Running Out of Money. What Happens Next?

    Episode 569

    Show notes

    We've been paying into Social Security our entire working lives. But the retirement trust fund is projected to run dry in 2032, and millions of Americans could face a 22% cut in benefits if Congress doesn't act.

    So where did all that money go?

    In this special episode, I break down how Social Security really works, why it's running short on money, and how Washington ended up making trillions in promises it hasn't fully funded.

    I also get into the looming Medicare crisis, the growing burden on younger generations, and why the decisions Washington makes could affect not just your retirement benefits, but the purchasing power of your money.

    📖 Want to go deeper? Read the first two chapters of my book, Bitcoin Is for Everyone, free: https://www.talkingbitcoin.com/freechapters

    📰 Subscribe to my free newsletter, The News Block, for my weekly breakdown of the biggest stories in Bitcoin, markets and the economy: https://thenewsblock.substack.com

    SHOW PARTNERS

    ⚡ Ledn - Hard assets. Higher standards. Ledn bitcoin-backed loans give you liquidity for your next move without selling your bitcoin. Your collateral is custodied and never lent out for interest, rates are published upfront, and the larger the loan, the lower the rate.

    Get 0.25% off your first loan at ledn.io/natalie.

    Terms apply. Availability varies by jurisdiction. Digital asset lending involves risk, including loss of collateral.

    ⚡ Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) - Bitdeer powers AI and Bitcoin mining infrastructure with 3 GW of secured global energy and owns the stack from equipment manufacturing to data centers and proprietary orchestration software.
    Learn more: https://www.bitdeer.com

    ABOUT COIN STORIES & THE NEWS BLOCK

    Natalie Brunell's content features conversations with leading voices in Bitcoin, economics, finance, and technology, exploring the future of money and how it impacts our lives.

    CONNECT WITH NATALIE

    Read Bitcoin is for Everyone: https://www.talkingbitcoin.com/freechapters

    Subscribe to the free newsletter: https://thenewsblock.substack.com

    Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nataliebrunell

    Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/NatBrunell

    Follow Natalie on X: https://www.x.com/natbrunell

    Website: https://www.talkingbitcoin.com

    PARTNERSHIPS & INQUIRIES

    Interested in sponsoring Coin Stories? Contact info@talkingbitcoin.com

    DISCLAIMER

    This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Guest views are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Natalie Brunell or the show. Paid partnerships, sponsorships, and affiliate relationships are disclosed where applicable. Natalie Brunell may earn commissions from purchases or sign-ups through certain links, at no additional cost to you. Always conduct your own research before making financial decisions.

    12 min
  5. Nic Carter: What Could Break Bitcoin? Quantum Computing, AI & Wealth Taxes

    Episode 568

    Show notes

    Could Bitcoin become a target as governments look for new ways to raise money? Nic Carter explains how AI, rising debt, and growing pressure to tax wealth could change the financial system and what it all means for Bitcoin's future.

    In this episode:

    • Why California's proposed wealth tax could backfire and whether Bitcoin holders could be next
    • Why younger generations are falling behind and what it means for Social Security
    • How AI could change jobs, taxes, and the way governments pay their bills
    • Could AI or quantum computing break Bitcoin — and is your Bitcoin safe?
    • Has Nic diversified away from Bitcoin?

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    Order Natalie's new book "Bitcoin is For Everyone," a simple introduction to Bitcoin and what's broken in our current financial system: https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU

    ----

    SHOW PARTNERS

    Hard assets. Higher standards. Ledn bitcoin-backed loans give you liquidity for your next move without selling your bitcoin. Your collateral is custodied and never lent out for interest, rates are published upfront, and the larger the loan, the lower the rate.

    Get 0.25% off your first loan at ledn.io/natalie. Terms apply. Availability varies by jurisdiction. Digital asset lending involves risk, including loss of collateral.

    ----

    Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) powers AI and Bitcoin mining infrastructure with 3 GW of secured global energy — and owns the entire stack, from equipment manufacturing to data centers to proprietary orchestration software. Learn more at https://www.bitdeer.com/

    ----

    Explore Bitcoin mining as part of your tax and alternative investment strategy. Own the equipment. Keep 100% of the Bitcoin it produces. Fully managed in the U.S. Learn more and get 1 month of free hosting: https://www.abundantmines.com/natalie

    ----

    Bitgo is the digital asset infrastructure company trusted by institutions worldwide for regulated, insured custody, trading, settlement, and liquidity. BitGo now offers that same institutional-grade, insured qualified custodian to individuals—completely free! Learn more at https://www.bitgo.com/natalie

    ----

    Learn about multisig self-custody without a seed phrase. Download Bitkey Today and use my promo code STORIES to get 10% off the new Bitkey. This episode has been sponsored by Bitkey: https://bitkey.world/STORIES

    ----

    Master Bitcoin self-custody and gain peace of mind with 1-on-1 training: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie

    ----

    With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie

    ----

    Natalie's Upcoming Events:

    • The Sovereign Summit is coming to Miami in February 2027. Get discounted passes using code HODL: https://thesovereignsummit.com/
    • The best time to plan for Bitcoin 2027 is right now. Early bird tickets are live — grab the lowest pricing available and use code HODL for 10% off: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL

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    Extra Services to Consider:

    • One of the best decisions I made for both my heath and my bank account was joining CrowdHealth years ago. I never spend more than $200 on health coverage through my CrowdHealth plan and all my health events have been crowd-funded. Get started with a discounted plan at my link. : http://www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie

    ----

    ABOUT COIN STORIES & THE NEWS BLOCK

    Natalie Brunell's content features conversations with leading voices in Bitcoin, economics, finance, and technology, exploring the future of money and how it impacts our lives.

    CONNECT WITH NATALIE

    Read Bitcoin is for Everyone: https://www.talkingbitcoin.com/freechapters

    Subscribe to the free newsletter: https://thenewsblock.substack.com

    Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nataliebrunell

    Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/NatBrunell

    Follow Natalie on X: https://www.x.com/natbrunell

    Website: https://www.talkingbitcoin.com

    PARTNERSHIPS & INQUIRIES

    Interested in sponsoring Coin Stories? Contact info@talkingbitcoin.com

    DISCLAIMER

    This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Guest views are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Natalie Brunell or the show. Paid partnerships, sponsorships, and affiliate relationships are disclosed where applicable. Natalie Brunell may earn commissions from purchases or sign-ups through certain links, at no additional cost to you. Always conduct your own research before making financial decisions.

    59 min
  6. News Block: Chamath Says Bitcoin Goes to Zero, JPMorgan Calls it the Top Asset

    Episode 567

    Show notes

    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:

    • Could Trump Accounts eventually be available to every American under 40?
    • JPMorgan predicts Bitcoin will beat every major asset over the next decade. So why won't it recommend buying it?
    • Fidelity reveals a surprising new source of demand for Bitcoin
    • Chamath predicts Bitcoin will go to zero. Here's what he thinks could destroy it
    • California's proposed wealth tax could cost Zuckerberg $12 billion. Billionaires are already fleeing
    • The housing market is hitting lows not seen since 2012. How much worse could it get?
    • France faces a billion-euro bill as riots erupt over the cost of living

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    📩 GET THE FREE NEWS BLOCK NEWSLETTER

    Read every story with charts and visuals, delivered to your inbox.

    👉 Subscribe for free: https://thenewsblock.substack.com/

    ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━

    POWERED EXCLUSIVELY BY LEDN

    Hard assets. Higher standards. Ledn bitcoin-backed loans give you liquidity for your next move without selling your bitcoin. Your collateral is custodied and never lent out for interest, rates are published upfront, and the larger the loan, the lower the rate.

    👉 Get 0.25% off your first loan at https://www.ledn.io/natalie

    Terms apply. Availability varies by jurisdiction. Digital asset lending involves risk, including loss of collateral.

    ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━

    📚 BITCOIN IS FOR EVERYONE — MY BEST-SELLING BOOK

    An approachable introduction to Bitcoin.

    👉 Order on Amazon

    👉 Limited signed copies at https://shop.talkingbitcoin.com/powered by Speed Wallet

    ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━

    🎟️ UPCOMING EVENTS

    The best time to plan for Bitcoin 2027 is right now. Early-bird tickets are live, so grab the lowest pricing available and use code HODL for 10% off. 👉 Get tickets: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL

    ABOUT COIN STORIES & THE NEWS BLOCK

    Natalie Brunell's content features conversations with leading voices in Bitcoin, economics, finance, and technology, exploring the future of money and how it impacts our lives.

    CONNECT WITH NATALIE

    Read Bitcoin is for Everyone: https://www.talkingbitcoin.com/freechapters

    Subscribe to the free newsletter: https://thenewsblock.substack.com

    Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nataliebrunell

    Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/NatBrunell

    Follow Natalie on X: https://www.x.com/natbrunell

    Website: https://www.talkingbitcoin.com

    PARTNERSHIPS & INQUIRIES

    Interested in sponsoring Coin Stories? Contact info@talkingbitcoin.com

    DISCLAIMER

    This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Guest views are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Natalie Brunell or the show. Paid partnerships, sponsorships, and affiliate relationships are disclosed where applicable. Natalie Brunell may earn commissions from purchases or sign-ups through certain links, at no additional cost to you. Always conduct your own research before making financial decisions.

    11 min
  7. Sue Ennis: From Bitcoin to AI Robots — Will They Replace Human Connection?

    Episode 566

    Show notes

    Sue Ennis went from Bitcoin mining to one of the most controversial emerging industries: AI companion robots.

    After years at Hut 8, Sue is now president of Realbotix and helping shape an industry that raises fascinating questions about technology, loneliness, and the future of human connection. The people buying these companions might surprise you...

    We discuss:

    • Why Sue left Bitcoin mining for AI robotics
    • Who's buying AI companions and how realistic they've become
    • The loneliness epidemic and whether AI will supplement or replace human relationships
    • How robots could assist the elderly, veterans, and people with disabilities
    • The ethical risks of AI intimacy - Where Bitcoin fits into the future of robotics

    Follow Sue Ennis on X https://x.com/bigsuey

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    Order Natalie's new book "Bitcoin is For Everyone," a simple introduction to Bitcoin and what's broken in our current financial system: https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU

    ----

    SHOW PARTNERS

    Hard assets. Higher standards. Ledn bitcoin-backed loans give you liquidity for your next move without selling your bitcoin. Your collateral is custodied and never lent out for interest, rates are published upfront, and the larger the loan, the lower the rate.

    Get 0.25% off your first loan at ledn.io/natalie. Terms apply. Availability varies by jurisdiction. Digital asset lending involves risk, including loss of collateral.

    ----

    Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) powers AI and Bitcoin mining infrastructure with 3 GW of secured global energy — and owns the entire stack, from equipment manufacturing to data centers to proprietary orchestration software. Learn more at https://www.bitdeer.com/

    ----

    Explore Bitcoin mining as part of your tax and alternative investment strategy. Own the equipment. Keep 100% of the Bitcoin it produces. Fully managed in the U.S. Learn more and get 1 month of free hosting: https://www.abundantmines.com/natalie

    ----

    Bitgo is the digital asset infrastructure company trusted by institutions worldwide for regulated, insured custody, trading, settlement, and liquidity. BitGo now offers that same institutional-grade, insured qualified custodian to individuals—completely free! Learn more at https://www.bitgo.com/natalie

    ----

    Learn about multisig self-custody without a seed phrase. Download Bitkey Today and use my promo code STORIES to get 10% off the new Bitkey. This episode has been sponsored by Bitkey: https://bitkey.world/STORIES

    ----

    Master Bitcoin self-custody and gain peace of mind with 1-on-1 training: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie

    ----

    With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie

    ----

    Natalie's Upcoming Events:

    • The Sovereign Summit is coming to Miami in February 2027. Get discounted passes using code HODL: https://thesovereignsummit.com/
    • The best time to plan for Bitcoin 2027 is right now. Early bird tickets are live — grab the lowest pricing available and use code HODL for 10% off: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL

    ----

    Extra Services to Consider:

    • One of the best decisions I made for both my heath and my bank account was joining CrowdHealth years ago. I never spend more than $200 on health coverage through my CrowdHealth plan and all my health events have been crowd-funded. Get started with a discounted plan at my link. : http://www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie

    ----

    ABOUT COIN STORIES & THE NEWS BLOCK

    Natalie Brunell's content features conversations with leading voices in Bitcoin, economics, finance, and technology, exploring the future of money and how it impacts our lives.

    CONNECT WITH NATALIE

    Read Bitcoin is for Everyone: https://www.talkingbitcoin.com/freechapters

    Subscribe to the free newsletter: https://thenewsblock.substack.com

    Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nataliebrunell

    Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/NatBrunell

    Follow Natalie on X: https://www.x.com/natbrunell

    Website: https://www.talkingbitcoin.com

    PARTNERSHIPS & INQUIRIES

    Interested in sponsoring Coin Stories? Contact info@talkingbitcoin.com

    DISCLAIMER

    This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Guest views are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Natalie Brunell or the show. Paid partnerships, sponsorships, and affiliate relationships are disclosed where applicable. Natalie Brunell may earn commissions from purchases or sign-ups through certain links, at no additional cost to you. Always conduct your own research before making financial decisions.

    53 min
  8. News Block: Hot Inflation Hits Bitcoin Price, Paul Tudor Jones Issues 2027 Warning, Strategy vs. MSCI

    Episode 565

    Show notes

    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:

    • Why Bitcoin dropped under $80K, and what the American dream costs now
    • Paul Tudor Jones’s warning about 2027
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    8 min
  9. Eric Balchunas: Bitcoin’s Crossroads, the 3% Allocation and BlackRock's Inside Story

    Episode 564

    Show notes

    Eric Balchunas, Senior ETF Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, is back and his new book makes the case that Bitcoin is now a legitimate asset you’d be foolish to ignore -- written by someone who spent years as a skeptic. He walks us through what changed his mind, and where he thinks this all goes next.

    We cover:

    • Why the Bitcoin ETFs are outperforming nearly everything in Q3
    • What happened two hours after the Bitcoin ETF crossed $100 billion in 2025
    • Why he thinks the government ends up buying stocks, and what that means for everyone else
    • Why he still only recommends 3% Bitcoin allocation, and what would change that
    • What he found when he tried cold storage himself
    • Who he says is stealing Bitcoin’s best argument right now

    Follow Eric Balchunas on X https://x.com/EricBalchunas

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    1 hr
  10. News Block: Spy Chips in Ledger Wallets, a Gold Bug Joins Treasury, and the Fight Over Bitcoin’s $1 Million Future

    Episode 563

    Show notes

    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:

    • A well-known researcher says AI could crack the math behind your Bitcoin address, should you be worried?
    • $100 million drained from Ledger wallets that were tampered with before they ever reached the buyer, and what I do with my own Bitcoin
    • The gold-standard economist the Senate wouldn’t confirm just got hired by the Treasury, and why that’s an important signpost
    • Congress gave up, so the CFTC is writing Bitcoin’s trading rules itself -- my interview with Chairman Mike Selig
    • Luke Gromen says “digital credit” will keep Bitcoin from ever hitting $1 million. Saylor and Lyn Alden answered, and I think he’s mixing up two different things

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    12 min
  11. Mike Selig: The CFTC's New Rules for Crypto

    Episode 562

    Show notes

    CFTC Chairman Mike Selig joins me in his first long-form interview since his agency proposed major new rules for crypto exchanges this week. With the Clarity Act dead in Congress, they're building the framework anyway, and he explains what it covers, what it doesn't, and why he thinks it outlasts this administration.

    Topics:

    • What the new rules actually change for anyone who owns or trades digital assets
    • Whether these rules could have prevented FTX, and what he says would have been different
    • How the CFTC polices manipulation without turning into surveillance
    • Where meme coins landed in the new classification, and why that decides whether they can be listed
    • Whether owning Bitcoin is a bet for or against America
    • His answer to the critic who compared crypto to cocaine
    • What still has to happen before you can borrow against Bitcoin at scale

    Follow CFTC Chairman Mike Selig on X https://x.com/ChairmanSelig

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    Get 0.25% off your first loan atledn.io/natalie. Terms apply — see the site for details.

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    Explore Bitcoin mining as part of your tax and alternative investment strategy. Own the equipment. Keep 100% of the Bitcoin it produces. Fully managed in the U.S. Learn more and get 1 month of free hosting: http://abundantmines.com/Natalie

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    Learn about multisig self-custody without a seed phrase. Download Bitkey Today and use my promo code STORIES to get 10% off the new Bitkey. This episode has been sponsored by Bitkey: https://bitkey.world/STORIES

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    Master Bitcoin self-custody and gain peace of mind with 1-on-1 training: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie

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    With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie

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    Natalie's Upcoming Events:

    • The Sovereign Summit is coming to Miami in February 2027. Get discounted passes using code HODL: https://thesovereignsummit.com/
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    47 min
  12. Cem Karsan: The Big Print Is Coming and the Government Will Buy Stocks

    Episode 561

    Show notes

    Cem Karsan is back with some big calls. He thinks the U.S. has boxed itself in so badly that the only way out is for the government to start printing money and buying stocks directly, and he doesn't think we're waiting years for it. He also walks through why a market crash has to come first, when he expects it, and where Bitcoin lands in all of this.

    • How a handful of stocks hold up the entire S&P, and what happens to the other 94% if they crack
    • Why he says this year's earnings growth is just the market counting its own gains twice
    • How a two-month rally created five times more money than everything printed during Covid
    • Why he thinks the government needs a 25-35% crash first, and the Hank Paulson interview he reads as the warning shot
    • What the government will tell people when it starts buying stocks
    • Why he owns Bitcoin and still doesn't think it'll be allowed to win

    Cem is a former market maker who now runs Kai Volatility Advisors. Follow him on X at https://x.com/jam_croissant

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    Get 0.25% off your first loan at ledn.io/natalie. Terms apply — see the site for details.

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    Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) powers AI and Bitcoin mining infrastructure with 3 GW of secured global energy — and owns the entire stack, from equipment manufacturing to data centers to proprietary orchestration software. Learn more at https://www.bitdeer.com

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    Explore Bitcoin mining as part of your tax and alternative investment strategy. Own the equipment. Keep 100% of the Bitcoin it produces. Fully managed in the U.S. Learn more and get 1 month of free hosting: https://www.AbundantMines.com/natalie

    ----

    Bitgo is the digital asset infrastructure company trusted by institutions worldwide for regulated, insured custody, trading, settlement, and liquidity. BitGo now offers that same institutional-grade, insured qualified custodian to individuals—completely free! Learn more at https://www.bitgo.com/natalie

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    Learn about multisig self-custody without a seed phrase. Download Bitkey Today and use my promo code STORIES to get 10% off the new Bitkey. This episode has been sponsored by Bitkey: https://bitkey.world/STORIES

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    Master Bitcoin self-custody and gain peace of mind with 1-on-1 training: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie

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    With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie

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    Natalie's Upcoming Events:

    • The Sovereign Summit is coming to Miami in February 2027. Get discounted passes using code HODL: https://thesovereignsummit.com/
    • The best time to plan for Bitcoin 2027 is right now. Early bird tickets are live — grab the lowest pricing available and use code HODL for 10% off: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL

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    This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Guest views are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Natalie Brunell or the show. Paid partnerships, sponsorships, and affiliate relationships are disclosed where applicable. Natalie Brunell may earn commissions from purchases or sign-ups through certain links, at no additional cost to you. Always conduct your own research before making financial decisions.

    1 hr 10 min
  13. News Block: The Fed Hiked on Bad Data, Crypto Mom Signs Off, and a Sovereign Fund Trades Gold for Bitcoin

    Episode 560

    Show notes

    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:

    • The Fed hiked on bad jobs data: 60,000 jobs just vanished from the record
    • The $6 billion experiment: the Treasury is buying its own debt to push rates down, and rates went up anyway
    • "Crypto Mom" signs off: nine years, a hundred dissents, one goodbye letter, and a two-person SEC left to write the rules
    • Gold for Bitcoin? Citi's $113K call, a nine-day ETF streak, and the most conservative investor on earth making a trade nobody saw coming

    Powered exclusively by Ledn. Borrow against your Bitcoin without selling it. Ledn offers Bitcoin-backed loans with rates that decrease as loan size increases. Your Bitcoin is held in custody and never lent out, and Ledn publishes Proof of Reserves. Get 0.25% off your first loan at https://www.ledn.io/natalie. Terms apply.

    Free newsletter: Every story with charts and visuals — https://thenewsblock.substack.com

    My book: "Bitcoin Is for Everyone," a beginner-friendly introduction to Bitcoin — Order on Amazon. Signed copies at https://shop.talkingbitcoin.com, powered by Speed Wallet.

    Upcoming events: The Sovereign Summit Miami, code HODL for 10% off — https://thesovereignsummit.com. Bitcoin Nashville 2027 early-bird tickets, code HODL for 10% off — tickets.b.tc.

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    This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Guest views are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Natalie Brunell or the show. Paid partnerships, sponsorships, and affiliate relationships are disclosed where applicable. Natalie Brunell may earn commissions from purchases or sign-ups through certain links, at no additional cost to you. Always conduct your own research before making financial decisions.

    7 min
  14. Paula Pendley: Major Victory for Bitcoin

    Episode 559

    Show notes

    My guest this week is Paula Pendley, a partner at Nelson Mullins who defends data centers and Bitcoin miners in court, and she joins us as the fight over where these facilities get built is spreading across the country. Towns are passing moratoriums, politicians are campaigning on power bills, and the coverage so far has mostly come from one direction.

    She brings a case she couldn't fully discuss last time, when 37 neighbors in a small Texas county sued MARA over the facility next door and claimed the noise was damaging their health. We get into what happened when that case reached discovery, and then into the bigger question of how any of us are supposed to coexist with the infrastructure behind the technology we all use every day:

    • What the plaintiffs were asked to produce, and which claims vanished first

    • The difference between a legal nuisance and something you simply don't want nearby

    • What changes when a Bitcoin mine becomes an AI data center

    • Why the places saying no may be the ones that fall behind

    Follow Paula Pendley on X https://x.com/paulapendleyLAW

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    Get 0.25% off your first loan atledn.io/natalie. Terms apply — see the site for details.

    ----

    Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) powers AI and Bitcoin mining infrastructure with 3 GW of secured global energy — and owns the entire stack, from equipment manufacturing to data centers to proprietary orchestration software. Learn more at https://www.bitdeer.com.

    ----

    Explore Bitcoin mining as part of your tax and alternative investment strategy. Own the equipment. Keep 100% of the Bitcoin it produces. Fully managed in the U.S. Learn more and get 1 month of free hosting: http://abundantmines.com/Natalie

    ----

    Bitgo is the digital asset infrastructure company trusted by institutions worldwide for regulated, insured custody, trading, settlement, and liquidity. BitGo now offers that same institutional-grade, insured qualified custodian to individuals—completely free! Learn more at https://www.bitgo.com/natalie

    ----

    Learn about multisig self-custody without a seed phrase. Download Bitkey Today and use my promo code STORIES to get 10% off the new Bitkey. This episode has been sponsored by Bitkey: https://bitkey.world/STORIES

    ----

    Master Bitcoin self-custody and gain peace of mind with 1-on-1 training: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie

    ----

    With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie

    ----

    Natalie's Upcoming Events:

    • The Sovereign Summit is coming to Miami in February 2027. Get discounted passes using code HODL: https://thesovereignsummit.com/
    • The best time to plan for Bitcoin 2027 is right now. Early bird tickets are live — grab the lowest pricing available and use code HODL for 10% off: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL

    ----

    Extra Services to Consider:

    • One of the best decisions I made for both my heath and my bank account was joining CrowdHealth years ago. I never spend more than $200 on health coverage through my CrowdHealth plan and all my health events have been crowd-funded. Get started with a discounted plan at my link. : http://www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie

    ABOUT COIN STORIES & THE NEWS BLOCK

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    DISCLAIMER

    This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Guest views are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Natalie Brunell or the show. Paid partnerships, sponsorships, and affiliate relationships are disclosed where applicable. Natalie Brunell may earn commissions from purchases or sign-ups through certain links, at no additional cost to you. Always conduct your own research before making financial decisions.

    41 min
  15. Why Everything Costs More and Gets Worse

    Episode 558

    Show notes

    Why does everything cost more while the quality keeps getting worse?

    That's the question behind this episode. We look at why your paycheck doesn't stretch as far, why buying a home is so much harder, and why so many things cost more while giving you less.

    From shrinkflation and CEO incentives to bailouts and crony capitalism, the bigger story is about the rules and incentives underneath the economy. And that leads to the final question: what changed about the money itself, and where does Bitcoin fit in?

    📖 Want to go deeper? Read the first two chapters of my book, Bitcoin Is for Everyone, free: https://www.talkingbitcoin.com/freechapters

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    14 min
  16. News Block: Bond Yields Hit a 20-Year High, Mortgages Break 7%, and Bitcoin Price Held Anyway

    Episode 557

    Show notes

    The government hasn't paid this much to borrow since 2007, mortgages just broke 7 percent, and the most conventional financial advisor in America is telling clients to put 10 percent in Bitcoin. This is what a week looks like when the old playbook stops working.

    • Bond yields hit a 20-year high and Bitcoin held anyway. Here's what the buyers know
    • Ric Edelman went from 1% to a 10% Bitcoin floor. Why the man who built a $350 billion firm says 60/40 is dead
    • Strategy wants to pay you every single day, and it's not the only one
    • $387 million walked out of an exchange in an afternoon, and Bitcoin never flinched

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    8 min
  17. Simon Dixon: The Game of Money and What Would Make Him Sell All His Bitcoin

    Episode 556

    Show notes

    In this new in-depth interview, Bitcoin OG, author, and angel investor Simon Dixon breaks down the transition from the American empire to a multi-node global financial order.

    Simon pulls back the curtain on how transnational power structures operate, why the $40 trillion national debt is being leveraged against ordinary citizens, and how individuals can escape debt slavery by adopting a low time preference and taking control of their money. We discuss:

    • How the Financial, Military, and Tech Industrial Complexes (FIC, MIC, TIC) engineer a multipolar world
    • Why $40 trillion in national debt is a Ponzi scheme that will never be repaid
    • How 7% mortgage rates and central bank policies are creating a generation of "serfs"
    • The situation that would make him "sell all of his Bitcoin"
    • Understanding the Game of Money to break free and own your future

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    1 hr 33 min
  18. Phong Le: Inside Strategy's Bigger Vision for Bitcoin and Wall Street

    Episode 555

    Show notes

    Strategy CEO Phong Le joins Natalie Brunell for an in-depth conversation about the future of the world's largest corporate Bitcoin treasury. From STRC's recovery and Strategy's growing cash reserves to the outlook for MSTR shareholders, Phong explains the company's evolving approach to Bitcoin and capital markets.

    Plus, why Strategy is prioritizing share buybacks over higher dividends, how it plans to navigate future volatility, and Michael Saylor's vision of building the JPMorgan of digital capital.

    IN THIS EPISODE:

    • STRC's selloff: What Strategy learned about leverage and volatility.
    • Buybacks vs. dividends: Why Strategy is prioritizing repurchases and building the USD reserve.
    • The future of MSTR: Shareholder concerns, stock performance, and Strategy's outlook.
    • The next financial system: AI, Bitcoin, Wall Street, and Strategy's long-term vision.

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    Get 0.25% off your first loan at ledn.io/natalie. Terms apply — see the site for details.

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    Disclaimer: The News Block and Coin Stories are for educational and entertainment purposes only and do not constitute financial, investment, legal, or tax advice. Natalie Brunell is not a financial advisor. Some content may include sponsorships or paid partnerships, which are disclosed. Always do your own research and consult a licensed professional before making financial decisions. Bitcoin and digital assets are volatile — never invest more than you can afford to lose.

    ABOUT COIN STORIES & THE NEWS BLOCK

    Natalie Brunell's content features conversations with leading voices in Bitcoin, economics, finance, and technology, exploring the future of money and how it impacts our lives.

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    Read Bitcoin is for Everyone: https://www.talkingbitcoin.com/freechapters

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    This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Guest views are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Natalie Brunell or the show. Paid partnerships, sponsorships, and affiliate relationships are disclosed where applicable. Natalie Brunell may earn commissions from purchases or sign-ups through certain links, at no additional cost to you. Always conduct your own research before making financial decisions.

    50 min
  19. News Block: Bitcoin Price Hits 8-Month High, Homes Just Got Harder to Afford, and CLARITY Act Fails

    Episode 554

    Show notes

    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:

    • The Fed hiked, and the same house now costs twice as much per month as in 2021
    • The CLARITY Act failed in the Senate, is the issue the Trump family's crypto gains?
    • The SEC clears the way for tokenized stocks in the U.S.
    • Bitcoin was called a dead cat. Then it hit an eight-month high

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    Get 0.25% off your first loan at ledn.io/natalie. Terms apply — see the site for details.

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    Disclaimer: The News Block and Coin Stories are for educational and entertainment purposes only and do not constitute financial, investment, legal, or tax advice. Natalie Brunell is not a financial advisor. Some content may include sponsorships or paid partnerships, which are disclosed. Always do your own research and consult a licensed professional before making financial decisions. Bitcoin and digital assets are volatile — never invest more than you can afford to lose.

    ABOUT COIN STORIES & THE NEWS BLOCK

    Natalie Brunell's content features conversations with leading voices in Bitcoin, economics, finance, and technology, exploring the future of money and how it impacts our lives.

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    Read Bitcoin is for Everyone: https://www.talkingbitcoin.com/freechapters

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    This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Guest views are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Natalie Brunell or the show. Paid partnerships, sponsorships, and affiliate relationships are disclosed where applicable. Natalie Brunell may earn commissions from purchases or sign-ups through certain links, at no additional cost to you. Always conduct your own research before making financial decisions.

    9 min
  20. Jordi Visser: Why Bitcoin Sentiment Collapsed, What Brings It Back and Why the AI Warnings are Wrong

    Episode 553

    Show notes

    Jordi Visser is back by popular demand. I shared something I've been noticing all year — that Bitcoin sentiment feels different this cycle, less like a movement to fix a broken system and more like a line item in a portfolio.

    He pushed back harder than I expected. His argument is that the old financial system is breaking in front of us, a new one is forming faster than people think, and Bitcoin is the piece of it he's certain survives. We discuss:

    • Whether the sudden push for AI regulation was coordinated, and who benefits
    • His response to the argument that the data center debt looks like 2008 housing
    • Why he says you can't understand where Bitcoin goes next without watching the rest of crypto
    • Where he agrees with Michael Saylor, and where he says he sees Bitcoin differently than anyone he knows
    • Why worrying about the future is the habit that costs investors the most
    • Why he walked away from a top job at Morgan Stanley after 9/11

    Follow Jordi Visser on X https://x.com/jvisserlabs

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    Natalie's Bitcoin Product Partners:

    • Multisig self-custody without a seed phrase! Download Bitkey Today and use my promo code STORIES to get 10% off the new Bitkey. This episode has been sponsored by Bitkey: https://bitkey.world/STORIES
    • Master Bitcoin self-custody and gain peace of mind with 1-on-1 training: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie
    • With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie
    • Kalshi is the largest prediction market in the world.Use code HODL and get $25 when you trade $25 http://kalshi.com/r/HODL

    Natalie's Upcoming Events:

    • The best time to plan for Bitcoin 2027 is right now. Early bird tickets are live — grab the lowest pricing available and use code HODL for 10% off: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL

    Extra Services to Consider:

    • One of the best decisions I made for both my heath and my bank account was joining CrowdHealth years ago. I never spend more than $200 on health coverage through my CrowdHealth plan and all my health events have been crowd-funded. Get started with a discounted plan at my link. : http://www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie

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    Disclaimer: The News Block and Coin Stories are for educational and entertainment purposes only and do not constitute financial, investment, legal, or tax advice. Natalie Brunell is not a financial advisor. Some content may include sponsorships or paid partnerships, which are disclosed. Always do your own research and consult a licensed professional before making financial decisions. Bitcoin and digital assets are volatile — never invest more than you can afford to lose.

    ABOUT COIN STORIES & THE NEWS BLOCK

    Natalie Brunell's content features conversations with leading voices in Bitcoin, economics, finance, and technology, exploring the future of money and how it impacts our lives.

    CONNECT WITH NATALIE

    Read Bitcoin is for Everyone: https://www.talkingbitcoin.com/freechapters

    Subscribe to the free newsletter: https://thenewsblock.substack.com

    Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nataliebrunell

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    Website: https://www.talkingbitcoin.com

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    DISCLAIMER

    This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Guest views are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Natalie Brunell or the show. Paid partnerships, sponsorships, and affiliate relationships are disclosed where applicable. Natalie Brunell may earn commissions from purchases or sign-ups through certain links, at no additional cost to you. Always conduct your own research before making financial decisions.

    1 hr 3 min