Bitcoin podcast host, educator and media commentator


"Maybe in the lifetime of a typical person, they will do a handful of base layer interactions." -Bob Burnett, CEO of Barefoot Mining

youtu.be/ta6zKS3ladM?si…

In this episode we talk:
- Full blocks & 300,000+ tx awaiting confirmation
- Block scarcity and #Bitcoin fees
- In the future will people be able to afford to hold their own keys?
- Will there be another Blocksize War? Next time a Block *Time* War?
- Bitcoin scaling through layer 2s like Lightning and Fedi


All the #Bitcoin and macro news you need in less than 10 min.

Coin Stories News Block dropped!

• FASB Change Bullish for Bitcoin
• Surging Oil Prices
• Sad State of American Savings
• Will FTX Sell $550 Million of Bitcoin Soon?
• Ripple’s Acquisition of Fortress After Breach

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coin-stories/id1569130932?i=1000627585515


My content is now on Rumble in addition to YouTube! 🙌🏼 (planning ahead in case of future censorship)

https://rumble.com/v3gbqpt-mexican-billionaire-ricardo-salinas-on-bitcoin-building-wealth-and-governme.html


Mexican billionaire Ricardo Salinas has upped his #Bitcoin position!

New episode now available on YouTube and all audio podcast platforms.

Our wide-ranging talk covered lots of ground, ending with an emotional moment from Ricardo.

Don't miss it: https://youtu.be/gPOWvwX7B4s?si=3RsRfUSj7EiYq9op


Introducing my weekly audio #Bitcoin briefing: The News Block.

Each week on Tuesdays, I’ll summarize the top stories impacting Bitcoin, the economy & global finance in 10 min: ~the time it takes to mine a new block.

First episode covers #Grayscale vs SEC, ETFs, #Binance , and U.S. home affordability plummeting.

New Coin Stories interviews will now be published on Thursdays. This week I’ll be releasing my sit-down with Mexican Billionaire Ricardo Salinas Pliego, make sure you’re subscribed! ⚡

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coin-stories/id1569130932?i=1000626807012


NEW EPISODE: Succinct, easy-to-understand explanations of what's happening in the economy with Danielle DiMartino Booth.

We talk:
- Bankruptcies & vacancies rising
- Housing market
- Corporate debt collapsing
- Student loan boycott
- Dollar as reserve currency
- Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s talk in Jackson Hole

https://youtu.be/eCya_91BM4c?si=WQSQi8OnsV9cjHZE


This week I had the chance to bring my friend nostr:npub1jt0x3vsnqtazzda3ewa8ykdch2t8k566qhrd9vyy0k0ntleu744q8h6q3n on the show. If you don't follow her...you're missing out on interacting with one of the funniest and sweetest people in this community.

Our talk: youtu.be/Okdkdz1iWDM

Susie's story is fascinating. She found great success in the dentistry business with her husband, raised four children, and began learning about/buying #Bitcoin in 2019 thanks to her 17-year-old son. Fast forward just a few years and she ended up selling her home and business and leaving the 'trappings' of a successful fiat life to retire in Hawaii and keep buying #Bitcoin . She also started a medical clinic in El Salvador that is looking for volunteers. Susie, you are an inspiration!


Episode now available! #Bitcoin  + Artificial Intelligence with AI builder and expert Brian Roemmele.

Full talk: youtu.be/RJqRVKMTX-4

Topics include:
-Human intelligence vs machines
-Humans as tool builders and storytellers
-How does ChatGPT work?
-Will AI harm humans?
-Will the first trillion dollar company be AI?
-How can companies save money using AI without firing workers?
-Deepfake concerns
-Bitcoin as a truth network and currency of AI
-Downloading your experiences into AI "wisdom keepers"
-Can you live forever through AI?
-How to protect your family from AI scams


NEW weekend podcast now up featuring contrarian macro analyst David Hunter.

Where is the melt-up and deflationary bust David predicts? Give a target, not a time.

Let's check in on David's forecast and the big #macro picture. We cover equities, bonds, gold, debt, geopolitics, and #Bitcoin : youtu.be/MEfb1onJNyk


New episode with Rudy Havenstein now available.
He doesn't hold back.

We cover inflation, financial bubbles, how central banking helped create the ultra wealthy 1%... and how the lessons of history can help us find real solutions.

We need to fix the money. #Bitcoin

🎙 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coin-stories/id1569130932?i=1000623926621

Video: https://youtu.be/IN4i4txRdco


New topics covered with nostr:npub15dqlghlewk84wz3pkqqvzl2w2w36f97g89ljds8x6c094nlu02vqjllm5m this week.⚡

⬩Spot Bitcoin ETFs
⬩#Bitcoin Halving
⬩Can #Bitcoin 'back' the U.S. Dollar?
⬩#crypto regulation
⬩Contrasts among investing strategies for ETFs, mining stocks, companies like MicroStrategy, & direct asset acquisition/self-custody

youtu.be/1lxqUWXzVGY


In case you missed our Spaces on #Bitcoin and Freedom with Robert F. Kennedy Jr, I’m sharing a link to an excerpt from the talk as well as the full conversation.

Clip: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coin-stories/id1569130932?i=1000623209701

Full Spaces: https://twitter.com/robertkennedyjr/status/1683819415219867648?s=46&t=y22qRF3uTSmgbxYvaf8aoA


My very first tutorial video featuring the Coldcard. I couldn’t do it without nostr:npub1rxysxnjkhrmqd3ey73dp9n5y5yvyzcs64acc9g0k2epcpwwyya4spvhnp8. Not your keys not your #Bitcoin. Learn how to self custody or pass along to a friend:

https://youtu.be/IJbog_k5XWE


Institutions and legendary investors are coming around to #Bitcoin https://youtu.be/7_K9RRV2Hk4


This week on Coin Stories, I bring back Larry Lepard by popular demand!

Video: https://lnkd.in/gf_QHfxD
Audio Podcast: https://lnkd.in/gae_sKvN

Topics include:
- Fed policy mistakes and inflation data
- Will we have a soft landing?
- The 'Everything Bubble'
- Equities, #Gold, Bitcoin performance
- The things money can’t buy


New guest, new episode! Check out my talk with Jaime Leverton, CEO of Hut 8 mining:

https://youtu.be/279tnPxaGIo

We talk about the importance of #Bitcoin mining, energy FUD, data centers vs miners, women in tech & Bitcoin, and more.


Happy Independence Day!

Excited to share my talk with nostr:npub1gdu7w6l6w65qhrdeaf6eyywepwe7v7ezqtugsrxy7hl7ypjsvxksd76nak about Principles of Economics, Capitalism, why we don’t need an expanding supply of money, and how #Bitcoin stimulates human flourishing.

https://youtu.be/PhKXneIMA_4


Lots of people downloading #Nostr today thanks to Elon.


If you don't know nostr:npub1jaxs73m0zadd7fkwmkef73srdpfkxs6krwdhvkp0axzefqlsrpuqcvsjkt, take some time this weekend to listen to her and get to know her. She's humble, hard-working, inspiring, talented and so much more.

After working at IBEX, she started Layer 4 Talent and is recruiting the best to work in #Bitcoin

Video: youtu.be/xkKkpJlzTXc


Learned so much in my conversation with nostr:npub1qny3tkh0acurzla8x3zy4nhrjz5zd8l9sy9jys09umwng00manysew95gx. We’re so lucky to have him in the space.

We cover: SIM swaps, #Bitcoin  security and self-custody, the Prime Trust disaster, privacy and password hacks, how to protect yourself online & more.

Stream on @fountain_app to earn sats just for listening: https://www.fountain.fm/show/WiDvob4Cv6It4RUPANUs

YouTube: https://youtu.be/7r9rBph3sY0


New episode recorded today with Col. Douglas Macgregor, one of my most-downloaded guests of the show.

We start with the attempted coup in #Russia but quickly expand to discussing the changes in the global financial system, historic U.S. debt, de-dollarization, end of empires, freedom and #Bitcoin :

youtu.be/kf1eL2FEPKU

If you stream the audio-only on Fountain you can earn sats just for listening! ⚡⚡⚡

https://www.fountain.fm/show/WiDvob4Cv6It4RUPANUs


Spot #Bitcoin ETFs on the horizon? Will it help get Bitcoin to $100k?! I break it all down with James Seyffart of Bloomberg Intelligence.

New episode just released:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coin-stories/id1569130932?i=1000618010639

Topics:
- What is a Spot Bitcoin ETF and why hasn't one been approved?
- What makes BlackRock spot Bitcoin ETF Unique?
- What is happening with #GBTC and Grayscale's lawsuit against the SEC?
- Why are more companies - Valkyrie, WisdomTree, etc - suddenly filing spot Bitcoin ETF Applications?
- Will the SEC approve these apps and ultimately send Bitcoin's price to the moon?

Let us know what you think!


I really enjoyed my conversation with David Marcus, CEO of Lightspark.

youtu.be/nPvybVtdB3Q

We cover a wide range of topics:
‣ David's path from PayPal to Meta, to building on #Bitcoin  and Lightning
‣ Why Meta's experiment with building the cryptocurrency Diem (Libra) didn't work (and why they chose not to work with Lightning at the time)
‣ Open protocols and power structures
‣ Why Big Tech companies haven't put Bitcoin on balance sheets...yet
‣ Competition to the Lightning Network & more

Hope you enjoy this episode, let us know what you think.


"#Bitcoin  is too big to fail, in a positive way."

This week I'm joined by Hailey Lennon, who shares her expertise on #crypto litigation and regulatory issues.

youtu.be/yBmm9gOrSx0

We discuss:
- What is a security? What is the Howey Test?
- Is #Bitcoin  threatened by crypto regulation?
- Are politics involved in SEC lawsuits?
- What happened with #Binance  and #Coinbase?
- What will crypto look like in 5-10 years?

Let us know what you think!


New episode simplifying the SEC's lawsuits against #Binance  and #Coinbase. What does this mean for #Bitcoin and where do things head next?

Thank you #[3]for your analysis.
youtu.be/mW49uFiceOk


#[1] always asks great questions.

I had fun breaking down the Binance and Coinbase lawsuits in this one.

Give it a listen! nostr:note1wzuty34th2e0y988dj9svd7lzlqu40ljs2wt2srlhgnsmytvm57q3gtte3


Just dropped! Turned this around in an hour, lots of knowledge from #[0] about the SEC complaints against Binance and Coinbase plus a Bitcoin analysis. Let us know what you think:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coin-stories/id1569130932?i=1000615931341


Can your #Bitcoin seed phrase be extracted from your cold storage device?
Is it better to do multisig?
Do I need to upgrade my device like my iPhone?

Just some of the questions I cover with #[1] about self-custody:

youtu.be/FsjncDypIYQ


This episode covers everything you need to know about #Bitcoin self-custody and cold storage wallets. Thank you so much #[1].

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coin-stories-with-natalie-brunell/id1569130932

Topics:
-Why should you self-custody your Bitcoin?
-How to choose a cold storage wallet
-What happened with Ledger recently?
-Can someone extract a seed phrase from my cold storage device?
-The history of cold storage wallets


Doing a pod with #[0] about cold storage and self custody!

Will be a great resource for newcomers and those intimidated by the process.

TGIF let’s gooo ⚡🚀


Over the next few months I’m going to try to uplift voices you don’t always hear from in this community and bring them on my show.

“#Bitcoin is a scoreboard in a system of fair, transparent rules with no rulers.”

I loved this talk with Dante Cook, who I hope gets chances to speak publicly more. He has a great way of simply explaining Bitcoin (and he's a cool guy with a great story):

https://youtu.be/GHanhIOx30E


Who else came back from #Bitcoin 2023 to 388291372 emails?! 🤪

Let’s go! 🚀🚀🚀


If you're headed to #Bitcoin Prague and you're looking for where to stay/eat/play while you're there (or anywhere!) check out the Well Traveled App,
which was started by two of my innovative friends. It's the best travel planning app out there and gets you amazing deals, perks and tips. So much better than Trip Advisor, Yelp etc:

https://www.welltraveledclub.com/invite/29260e8f865473ea


The #Bitcoin Conference is moving to Nashville in 2024!

Tickets will never be cheaper than they are this week: $299 for GA, and if you use code HODL you’ll get an extra 10% off! Come join us in the Music City!!

B.tc/conference


My latest interview with Jack Mallers about how #Bitcoin will be critical for national security interests and why we should embrace it as a public utility the way we embraced the internet:

Video: https://youtu.be/ymFLcEkHzzQ

Audio: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coin-stories/id1569130932?i=1000613168357


Another great interview from #[1] 🤍✨ nostr:note1fhtn7sulh8z5tv0ra8hxczhnwl7pp62ak85v95t8p3mg7ltt4yts3zpqdk


Jam-packed, easy to understand #Macro and #Bitcoin update with Sven Henrich. We talk:

- Economy crash landing
- What kind of recession will this be?
- Unemployment, #inflation
- Bitcoin technical analysis (some downside could be ahead)
- The Fed's mistakes

https://youtu.be/kxf-Gfkb3Wo


Excited to announce free tickets for the 2nd annual Women of #Bitcoin  Brunch next week during the Bitcoin 2023 Conference in Miami!

Registration available on a first-come, first-served basis. If we sell out, there will be short waitlist. I will also be giving away two free conference tickets to two brunch ticket holders. Stay tuned for more info! 💕🥰

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-of-bitcoin-2023-tickets-617086962717


I had the chance to do a live interview with #[0] at MicroStrategy's #Bitcoin  and #Lightning For Corporations.

We discuss:
- What is Lightning and how will businesses use it?
- Why is Bitcoin critical for national cybersecurity?
- Bitcoin as a Truth Network & #AI Data Verification

https://youtu.be/qEU0goAeNPk


#Bitcoin uses less energy than many other industries and actually helps reduce emissions.

Our latest Hard Money report:

https://youtu.be/7wpxDGrU_Ts


Really enjoyed my talk with Will Reeves of Fold.

We talk:
-Building a #Bitcoin company
-Experiencing Argentina hyperinflation
-How to transition into this industry
-Earning and playing for free Bitcoin
- Fiat wine 🍷

https://youtu.be/8CSGb8cInBU


I just learned from my producer that my YouTube channel is shadow banned after my talks with Whitney Webb and Col. Douglas Macgregor...
it's sad that when anyone questions mainstream narratives the response is censorship.
This is why we need #Bitcoin

Hope you consider subscribing to the shadows:
www.YouTube.com/Nataliebrunell

My most recent interview with Michelle Phan is very inspiring.


“Good money, sound money can change how we live our lives.”

I hope everyone takes an hour to listen to Michelle Phan’s inspiring story about the American Dream, #Bitcoin  and building a secure, abundant future on your terms.

Video: youtu.be/faURXelFe0U
Pod: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coin-stories/id1569130932?i=1000610558780


Has anyone else seen the Arnold Schwarzenegger Titanic deep fake AI video 😂 pretty funny


Can anyone recommend the best cities to consider staying for a few months in Costa Rica and maybe suggested rentals? This is for June-August 🙏🏼 #Nostrica

Thank you! ⚡


The Battle for #Bitcoin in D.C. !!

"If someone believes in Bitcoin...they can't even work on the issues if they're at certain regulatory agencies. So we're in a Catch-22."

Interview with Grant McCarty of the Bitcoin Policy Institute:

https://youtu.be/GlPrRD5j0iQ

Audio: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coin-stories-with-natalie-brunell/id1569130932

Request an invite to the #Bitcoin Policy Summit in DC next week using code NATALIE


“If the facts are on your side, couldn’t they just stand on their own?”

I had the chance to bring #[0] on the show to discuss the New York Times piece on #Bitcoin  mining and what people should know about Bitcoin’s energy consumption.

youtu.be/F1R1RbVfTmg


Let’s educate the world about #bitcoin

Latest with Forbes featuring #[1] #[2] #[3] Lisa Hough and Natalie Smolenski

https://www.forbes.com/sites/digital-assets/2023/04/13/4-women-women-leading-the-charge-for-bitcoin-adoption-in-2023/?sh=2acd3aff6807


#BitcoinNostr
New #Bitcoin video / podcast episode 🧡

How Poor Countries Prop Up Rich Countries (and how Bitcoin fixes this) • Coin Stories with Natalie Brunell #[2] ft. Alex Gladstein #[3]

https://youtu.be/ndIQdjr3kJE
https://fountain.fm/episode/13268854666 https://i.imgur.com/GO68E1Q.jpg


New Whitney Webb in-depth conversation about the national security state and need for parallel systems like #Bitcoin:

https://youtu.be/wdV_c0ihXkU

Audio version on all pod platforms.


Listen to my latest episode with #[0] about DCG, Genesis, GBTC, Binance and macro:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coin-stories/id1569130932?i=1000592237099


#[0] I know you’re extremely busy but I’d be very grateful to host you on my show this year to talk about your #Bitcoin and Lightning work. Let me know if you’d consider it! Boost if you think Jack should come on the pod! ⚡


npub1sg6plzptd64u62a878hep2kev88swjh3tw00gjsfl8f237lmu63q0uf63m I know you’re extremely busy but I’d be very grateful to host you on my show this year to talk about your #Bitcoin and Lightning work. Let me know if you’d consider it! Boost if you think Jack should come on the pod! ⚡


I no longer have health insurance. I joined Saifedean and others in the space who use CrowdHealth as a #Bitcoin alternative. Why? Check out my talk with the company’s founder: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coin-stories/id1569130932?i=1000591926353


Happy New Year’s Weekend everyone! 🥳

I plan to stack #Bitcoin and orange pill everyone I can in 2023 🙋🏻♀