Live from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, I sat down with Carel Van Wyk, a true Bitcoin pioneer from South Africa, to hear his incredible journey in the Bitcoin space. Carel shared how a sci-fi book planted the seeds for his belief in a non-governmental digital currency and how he stumbled across Bitcoin back in 2010. From helping build South Africa’s first Bitcoin exchange (now known as Luno) to launching Money Badger, a project aimed at making Bitcoin a spendable currency, Carel’s stor...
Dec 21, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 117
Live from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, in this episode, I sit down with Aleks Svetski, one of the busiest minds in Bitcoin, to talk about his latest book, The Bushido of Bitcoin, and his journey through the space. Aleks dives into how his book explores the virtues we’ll need as Bitcoiners to build a better world, drawing lessons from the Samurai, ancient Rome, and other great civilizations. We also talk about his entrepreneurial journey—starting with AmberApp, one of the first Bitcoin...
Dec 18, 2024•54 min
Live from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, in this episode, I sit down with Adam Cowperthwait, a passionate Bitcoiner who's on a mission to spread Bitcoin adoption in unique and underserved communities. Adam shares the story of how his visit to El Zonte in 2022 inspired him to create Bitcoin Victoria Falls in Zambia and launch a new project in Montserrat, a small island in the Caribbean. We dive into the challenges and successes of building circular Bitcoin economies, from teaching locals...
Dec 14, 2024•27 min•Ep. 115
Live from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, I sit down with Kgothatso Ngako, the brilliant mind behind Machankura—a project that’s changing the game for Bitcoin adoption in Africa. We dive into how Machankura is enabling people without smartphones or internet access to send and receive Bitcoin using only SMS, and why that’s a game-changer for millions across the continent. Kgothatso shares his thoughts on El Salvador’s leadership, energy policies, and Bitcoin adoption, and why he believes ...
Dec 11, 2024•44 min•Ep. 114
Live from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, I sat down with Pierre Rochard, VP of Research of Riot Platforms Inc, at the Adopting Bitcoin Conference, and we covered a lot. Pierre shared how he first discovered Bitcoin, his journey from traditional finance to becoming a leader in the Bitcoin space, and how his passion for accounting and open-source software led him to build tools like the Node Launcher and Lightning integrations. We also dove into the challenges and opportunities in Bitcoin...
Dec 07, 2024•34 min•Ep. 113
Live from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, in this episode, I sit down with the one and only Tone Vays, a long-time Bitcoin advocate, educator, and Wall Street veteran. We dive into Tone’s fascinating journey into Bitcoin—starting with how the Cyprus banking crisis and WikiLeaks opened his eyes to Bitcoin’s power as censorship-resistant money. Tone shares stories from his Wall Street days, his transition to becoming a full-time Bitcoin educator, and his experiences traveling the world pro...
Dec 04, 2024•59 min
Live from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, I sat down with Matthew Sigel from VanEck for an eye-opening conversation about Bitcoin, ETFs, and the incredible economic transformation happening here in El Salvador. Matthew shared his journey from Bloomberg journalist to Bitcoin advocate, his take on El Salvador’s groundbreaking Bitcoin experiment, and how it’s reshaping tourism, crime, and foreign investment. We dove into the hot topic of Bitcoin ETFs—why they matter for institutions, but al...
Nov 30, 2024•44 min
Live from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, I’m joined by Hermann Buhr-Vivier, the inspiring founder of Bitcoin Ekasi in South Africa. Hermann shares the incredible story of how he’s using Bitcoin to transform a South African township, starting with a surf program that’s been running for over a decade. We talk about how Bitcoin integrates into their circular economy, the struggles and triumphs of building grassroots adoption, and how paying coaches and local merchants in Bitcoin is creatin...
Nov 27, 2024•1 hr 7 min
Live from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, in this episode, I sit down with Erik Hersman, co-founder of Gridless, to talk about how Bitcoin mining is lighting up rural Africa—literally. Erik shares how Gridless uses stranded energy in places like Kenya, Malawi, and Zambia to not only mine Bitcoin but also power homes, schools, and clinics in communities that previously lived without reliable electricity. We dive into why energy is the foundation of human progress, how Bitcoin mining makes...
Nov 23, 2024•1 hr 7 min
Live from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, in this episode, I sit down with Dennis Porter, CEO of Satoshi Action Fund, to talk about the exciting push to bring Bitcoin into U.S. state policies and beyond. Dennis shares his personal Bitcoin journey—from running fitness studios to becoming one of the leading voices advocating for Bitcoin-friendly legislation. We dive into his latest efforts, like Pennsylvania’s groundbreaking proposal to create a state-held Bitcoin reserve, and the momentum...
Nov 16, 2024•1 hr
Live from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, we’ve got a special episode for you today! I’m passing the mic over to the crew behind the Adopting Bitcoin Conference to dive into what’s coming up at this year’s Bitcoin event in El Salvador. This is the conference to be at if you’re interested in seeing Bitcoin as a real medium of exchange in action. Charlie, Gerardo, Pierre, and Quentin join me to chat about all the exciting workshops, speakers, and side events that’ll make this conference un...
Nov 09, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Live from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, I’m joined by Reyna Chicas, one of the amazing leaders behind Mi Primer Bitcoin. Reyna shares her journey from working in call centers to becoming a Bitcoin advocate, helping Salvadorans understand and embrace the opportunities Bitcoin brings. We talk about how Bitcoin isn’t just about “buying BTC” but about embracing new values like low time preference and personal sovereignty. Reyna opens up about her experiences teaching Bitcoin in El Salvador...
Nov 02, 2024•59 min
Bitcoin Beach Twitter Spaces - Grants Winners Edition, we will host a space with a project from #Nairobi Tune in to hear all about @AfribitKibera Live From Bitcoin Beach
Oct 30, 2024•34 min
Live from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, in this episode, I sit down with Jeni, who shares her incredible story of relocating to El Salvador during the pandemic with her five daughters. What started as a world-schooling adventure quickly turned into a new life, filled with unexpected twists—including meeting her husband and launching a successful relocation business, Livin’ Like a Local. We dive into her journey of adjusting to life in El Salvador, from her initial plans to skip the cou...
Oct 26, 2024•1 hr 24 min
Live from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, I finally got the hardest guests to get on the show – Lexi Cross and Roman Martinez! In this episode, we dive into the exciting world of real estate in El Salvador, especially buying property with Bitcoin. We talk about the challenges and quirks of the local market, like how listings can have multiple prices and how anyone can call themselves a real estate agent. Lexi and Roman share how Bitcoin is simplifying real estate transactions for buyers ...
Oct 19, 2024•1 hr 12 min
Bitcoin Beach Twitter Spaces - Grants Winners Edition, we will host a space with a project from #Nairobi Tune in to hear all about @btcnairobi featuring @MartinMutonga_ Live From Bitcoin Beach
Oct 16, 2024•57 min
Live from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, I’m excited to bring you a fascinating conversation with Fabian, a true freedom enthusiast who's on a mission to transform healthcare as we know it. In this episode, Fabian shares his journey from the Netherlands to Australia, and eventually to El Salvador, in search of more freedom and self-sovereignty. We dive deep into his innovative project, The Salud Protocol, which aims to give people control over their own health data using a decentralized...
Oct 12, 2024•1 hr 17 min
Bitcoin Beach Twitter Spaces - Bitcoin Circular Economies Grants Winners Edition we will host a space with a project from #Nigeria Tune in to hear all about @BitcoinCalabar Live From Bitcoin Beach
Oct 09, 2024•1 hr 15 min
Live from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, in this episode, I sit down with Jordan Urbs to dive into the behind-the-scenes of the retreats he and his partner Michael have been organizing in El Salvador. We talk about the challenges of pulling off these events, the amazing people who attend, and why so many are drawn to El Salvador—especially with the Bitcoin adoption. Jordan shares his story of moving to El Salvador, the surprising similarities, and how both places require you to embrace ...
Oct 05, 2024•1 hr 15 min
Bitcoin Beach Twitter Spaces - Bitcoin Circular Economies Grants Winners Edition we will host a space with a project from #SouthAfrica Tune in to hear all about @BitcoinLoxion Live From Bitcoin Beach
Oct 02, 2024•54 min
Live from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, in this episode, I sit down with Gabe Higgins, co-founder of BlockSpaces and co-author of Thank God for Bitcoin. We dive into his experience discovering affordable, high-quality dental care here (they even accept Bitcoin!) and how he’s now recommending it to friends and family as a clever way to save money while enjoying a vacation in paradise. We then get into Gabe's journey with Bitcoin, which started in 2012 during the Ron Paul era, when he fi...
Sep 28, 2024•58 min
Bitcoin Beach Twitter Spaces - Bitcoin Circular Economies Grants Winners Edition we will host a space with a project from #Haiti Tune in to hear all about @yesbitcoinhaiti featuring @PapoucheSatochi Live From Bitcoin Beach
Sep 25, 2024•1 hr 5 min
Live from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, we’re back with two amazing guests! Today, we’ve got Lina Seiche, mom of The Little HODLer, and John Dennehy, founder Mi Primer Bitcoin, and they’ve got some exciting news to share. They’re teaming up to create a Bitcoin schoolbook for younger kids, filling in the gap left after the success of The Bitcoin Diploma for older students. We talk about how this project came to be, why it's so important to start teaching Bitcoin to kids early, and how t...
Sep 21, 2024•1 hr 3 min
Bitcoin Beach Twitter Spaces - Bitcoin Circular Economies Grants Winners Edition we will host a space with a project from South Africa Tune in to hear all about @BitcoinUbuntu Live From Bitcoin Beach
Sep 20, 2024•59 min
Live from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, in this episode, we dive into part two of our conversation with Aaron Murphy, the founder of @MURPHSLIFE Foundation. Aaron shares his incredible journey from overcoming addiction to building a life in El Salvador, where he's now transforming communities through his charitable work. We talk about how MurphsLife got started, how it grew through platforms like TikTok, and the amazing things Aaron's been able to accomplish with the support of donors ...
Sep 17, 2024•55 min
Live from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, we have a special episode for you today! Max Keiser is back on the show, and this time he brought a guest—Aaron Murphy from the MurphsLife Foundation. Aaron has an incredible story of transformation, going from partying and excess to dedicating his life to helping the poorest communities in Latin America. In this episode, we dive into the amazing work MurphsLife Foundation is doing in El Salvador—building homes, schools, and safe houses, while al...
Sep 14, 2024•34 min
#Bitcoin Beach Twitter Spaces - Bitcoin Circular Economies Grants Winners Edition we will host a space with a project from #Suriname Tune in to hear all about @BitcoinSranan featuring @terencecoronel Live From Bitcoin Beach
Sep 09, 2024•33 min
Live from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, I sit down with Mikkel Thorup, an expat consultant who helps high-net-worth families relocate to new countries. Mikkel's been traveling the world for 25 years and is an expert on finding the best places to live for those looking to escape high taxes and enjoy more freedom. In this episode, we dive into Mikkel's recent visit to El Salvador. He shares his thoughts on the country’s progress, especially with Bitcoin adoption and improving safety. But...
Sep 07, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 97
Live from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, I sit down with Jens Wegmann, a German expat who’s made El Zonte his second home. Jens shares the fascinating story of how he and his wife ended up in El Salvador during the pandemic, looking for a place that was open to unvaccinated travelers and also Bitcoin-friendly. They loved it so much that they decided to buy a property and open a guesthouse here. Jens talks about his background as a teacher and principal at a Montessori school in Germany,...
Aug 31, 2024•52 min
#Bitcoin Beach Twitter Spaces - Bitcoin Circular Economies Grants Winners Edition we will host a space with a project from #LosAngeles Tune in to hear all about @BtcRepublicLA featuring @GallegosFES Live From Bitcoin Beach
Aug 28, 2024•50 min
