Natalie Brunell is joined by renowned economist and monetary scholar Judy Shelton, former advisor to President Trump and outspoken advocate for sound money. Judy shares her deep insights on the Federal Reserve, gold-backed monetary policy, and the future of economic stability in the U.S. and abroad. She also reflects on her controversial Fed nomination, the collapse of Bretton Woods, and her views on Bitcoin as a potential reserve asset. Topics discussed include: Why Judy Shelton believes the Fe...
May 20, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Season 4Ep. 382
In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Institutions Double Down on Bitcoin Amid Market Volatility Major Funds Rotate Out—But Long-Term Players Step In U.S. Credit Outlook Turns Negative as Debt Surges Gold Demand Rises, But Bitcoin Steals the Spotlight Corporate Bitcoin Adoption Goes Global—and Markets Respond I've joined the board of directors at $SMLR! ---- Inves...
May 19, 2025•9 min•Season 4Ep. 381
This week Natalie Brunell is joined by Matyáš Kuchař, Co-Founder of BTC Prague, the largest Bitcoin Conference in Europe, for a wide-ranging discussion on European Bitcoin adoption and Bitcoin events. Guest Bio: Matyáš Kuchar is a co-founder of prominent Bitcoin conferences: BTC Prague and Chaincamp. He's spent the last several years dedicated to Bitcoin education, authoring articles, fostering local Bitcoin communities, and expanding business networks. Follow Matyáš on X at https://x.com/matyas...
May 16, 2025•32 min•Season 4Ep. 380
This week Natalie Brunell is joined by Jack Mallers, CEO of Strike and founder of Twenty One Capital, for a behind-the-scenes look at the future of Bitcoin lending, capital markets, and corporate treasuries. Jack shares his vision for Twenty One Capital and the launch of Strike’s industry-leading Bitcoin-backed lending product. Topics include: Strike’s Bitcoin-backed lending product: borrow cash without selling your Bitcoin (50% LTV, no rehypothecation) Jack’s mission to reduce interest rates an...
May 13, 2025•47 min•Season 4Ep. 379
In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Bitcoin Corporate Adoption is Accelerating: Learn more about Nakamoto Holdings and Strive Asset Management Announcements Strategy & Metaplanet Stack More Bitcoin New Hampshire Establishes First State Bitcoin Reserve, Arizona follows GENIUS Act Fails to Pass - Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's Reaction Warren Buffett Fears Cur...
May 12, 2025•11 min•Season 4Ep. 378
Natalie Brunell is joined by Michael Saylor, Executive Chairman of Strategy ($MSTR) and arguably the most prominent Bitcoin advocate, for a compelling discussion on corporate Bitcoin adoption. Topics discussed include: Why Zombie corporations are embracing Bitcoin The promise of Bitcoin for all corporations and business Market uncertainty, macro headwinds, and why Bitcoin is the solution How to remain calm during market chaos Innovative financial instruments and the latest Strategy product offer...
May 08, 2025•28 min•Season 4Ep. 377
In this episode of Coin Stories with Natalie Brunell featuring Col. Douglas Macgregor, retired U.S. Army colonel, military strategist, and frequent geopolitical commentator, for a timely conversation on the heels of the Trump administration’s 100-Day celebration. He is also the CEO of @OurCountryOurChoice . In classic form, Col. Macgregor delivers bold, contrarian takes on U.S. foreign policy, global conflict and the financial future of America, and he doesn’t hesitate to criticize both sides ...
May 06, 2025•50 min•Season 4Ep. 376
In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Bitcoin’s Dominating the Conversation in 2025 Bitcoin Emerges as the Only Institutional-Grade Digital Asset Cambridge’s New Report: 50% of Bitcoin Mining Now Powered by Renewables ---- Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The Gemini Credit Card lets you earn Bitcoin...
May 05, 2025•11 min•Season 4Ep. 375
Natalie Brunell is joined by Preston Pysh for a wide-ranging conversation on the shifting macroeconomic landscape, the fragility of the global financial system, and why Bitcoin stands out as the long-term solution. The discussion explores trade dynamics, central bank interventions, and how Bitcoin fits into the coming monetary transformation. Topics include: The U.S.'s struggle to onshore manufacturing and reduce dependence on China Why the U.S. may be bluffing in global trade negotiations The p...
Apr 29, 2025•59 min•Season 4Ep. 374
In episode #85 of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Twenty One Capital: A New Bitcoin Treasury Company Enters the Arena Will Twenty One Be a "Bitcoin Bank?" Strategy ($MSTR) Continues To Buy Bitcoin Fed Withdraws Some Anti-Bitcoin Guidance for Banks (But Critics Say It's Not Enough) Wall Street is Taking Notice of Bitcoin’s Resilience ---- Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Car...
Apr 28, 2025•12 min•Season 4Ep. 373
*COIN STORIES PODCAST* Natalie Brunell is joined by Frank Corva, journalist and political correspondent for Bitcoin Magazine, for a brief conversation on Bitcoin’s intersection with politics. Frank shares insights from his reporting and what to expect at the upcoming Bitcoin Conference 2025 in Las Vegas where the global Bitcoin community will once again unite to advance the mission of sound money and financial sovereignty. ---- *Bitcoin Conference 2025 – Las Vegas Highlights* The world’s largest...
Apr 24, 2025•25 min•Season 4Ep. 372
Natalie Brunell is joined by actor and comedian T.J. Miller in this hilarious and thought-provoking episode of Coin Stories to discuss Bitcoin. T.J. isn’t afraid to challenge the mainstream Hollywood consensus, which continues to overlook the most important digital asset and monetary network in the world. Known for his roles in "Silicon Valley," "Deadpool," and a string of blockbuster comedies, T.J. brings his unique perspective on the intersection of Bitcoin and the entertainment industry (or r...
Apr 22, 2025•46 min•Season 4Ep. 371
In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Foreign Investors Are Selling U.S. Assets Is Global Monetary Reset Underway? Gold Surges, Bitcoin Shows Resilience Trump Pressures Powell to Rate Cuts Powell: Fed to Loosen Crypto Rules for Banks ---- Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus with the Gemini Credit Card: www.gemini.c...
Apr 21, 2025•10 min•Season 4Ep. 370
Natalie Brunell is joined by Lyn Alden for a wide-ranging conversation on the forces shaping the global financial system and the future of money. Lyn breaks down the complexities of the US dollar’s reserve currency status, its role in persistent trade deficits, and the economic toll on America’s working class. The discussion spans monetary history, policy tradeoffs, the future of manufacturing, and the potential of Bitcoin as a neutral reserve asset in a volatile world. Topics include: The globa...
Apr 17, 2025•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 369
In this episode featuring John Deaton, trial attorney, U.S. Marine veteran, and challenger to Elizabeth Warren in the 2024 Senate race, John shares his personal journey of resilience and why he believes Bitcoin is the path to prosperity that will help revive the American Dream. Topics discussed include: Deaton’s upbringing: growing up on welfare with self-limiting beliefs Why Bitcoin is 'ideaological' and personal The fight for economic justice Closing the wealth gap The race against Elizabeth W...
Apr 15, 2025•45 min•Season 4Ep. 368
In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Bond Market Disorder Has Fed Officials on Alert Government Spending Up $245 Billion vs. Last Year Ray Dalio Warns of Monetary Order Breakdown Senate Confirms Paul Atkins as New SEC Chair ---- Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus: www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Join our mailing list...
Apr 14, 2025•9 min•Season 4Ep. 367
Natalie Brunell is joined by Becca Rubenfeld, co-founder of AnchorWatch, to discuss how they’re building secure custody and insurance solutions for Bitcoin. Topics discussed include: The risks of holding Bitcoin Technical aspects of Bitcoin custody (beginner-friendly) Inheritance planning How AnchorWatch combines technology with traditional insurance to protect your Bitcoin for the long term ---- Guest Bio: Becca Rubenfeld is the COO and Co-founder of AnchorWatch, providing regulated property an...
Apr 10, 2025•44 min•Season 4Ep. 366
In this episode with Anthony Pompliano "Pomp", we discuss: Why Pomp sees tariffs as a positive, especially long term for working class Americans The problem of two Americas: the ultra wealthy and those struggling to get by Is Trump executing the tariffs the right way? Pomp forecasts all-time highs in stocks and Bitcoin later in 2025 Can we have high tariffs, re-shore manufacturing AND be global reserve currency? Natalie expresses doubt on this theory ---- Guest Bio: Anthony Pompliano is the Foun...
Apr 08, 2025•45 min•Season 4Ep. 364
In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Global Markets Tank as Trade War Escalates Are Tariffs a Positive or Negative Thing for U.S. Economy and Working Class? Secretary Bessent Predicts “Grand Economic Reordering" Macro Update on Stocks, Gold, Bitcoin Fidelity Unveils No-Fee Bitcoin IRA ---- Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bi...
Apr 07, 2025•11 min•Season 4Ep. 364
Natalie Brunell is joined by prominent analyst Luke Gromen to share a critical macro update on the U.S. economy, the debt spiral, and what it means for gold and Bitcoin. He explains why the current path is unsustainable—and how investors can prepare. Topics covered include: - Why cutting government spending could crash the economy The dangerous “order of operations” policymakers are ignoring How gold, and eventually Bitcoin, could replace U.S. Treasuries as reserve assets Why Wall Street is in d...
Apr 03, 2025•49 min•Season 4Ep. 363
Natalie Brunell is joined by U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) to discuss the future of Bitcoin and digital assets, from passing landmark legislation to establishing a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. They explore how recent policy shifts, including The BITCOIN Act and stablecoin regulations could reshape the U.S. financial system—reducing debt, securing monetary freedom, and reinforcing dollar dominance. ---- Coin Stories is brought to you by lead sponsor Genius Group (NYSE American $GNS). Genius is...
Apr 01, 2025•32 min•Season 4Ep. 362
In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Trump Family Launches Bitcoin Mining Venture with Hut8 NYDIG Acquires Crusoe's Bitcoin Mining Operation Congress Fast-Tracking Stablecoin Bills to Enforce Dollar Dominance GameStop Finds the Bitcoin Cheat Code BlackRock Doubles Down on Bitcoin Strategy ---- Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intr...
Mar 31, 2025•12 min•Season 4Ep. 361
In this Coin Stories episode, Natalie Brunell is joined by Eric Yakes to discuss: His company's 150-page research report, "The Bitcoin Ecosystem 2024 Annual Report": https://epochvc.io/pdf/Epoch-Bitcoin-Ecosystem-Report-2024.pdf Bullish momentum for Bitcoin What would happen if the top 10 public companies invested in Bitcoin Why Bitcoin will compete with gold in the reserves of nation states Institutional and retail adoption Will Bitcoin be papered over through fractional reserve banking? Bitcoi...
Mar 25, 2025•45 min•Season 4Ep. 360
In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: SEC Confirms Bitcoin Mining is Not a Security Transaction OCC to End Reputation Risk Exams Amid Backlash Survey Shows 85% of Institutional Investors Increased BTC Allocation Bo Hines: “We [U.S. government] want as much BTC as we can get.” ---- Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonu...
Mar 24, 2025•8 min•Season 4Ep. 359
Natalie Brunell sits down with Matt Hougan, CIO of Bitwise Asset Management, to discuss the evolving landscape of Bitcoin adoption at the corporate and institutional level. They cover: How wealth advisors’ views on Bitcoin have shifted post-election Why fewer than half of advisors can’t discuss Bitcoin with clients yet Institutions realizing they are short Bitcoin with zero allocation Why Bitwise doesn’t see BlackRock as a competitor The growing role of stablecoins and why they’re a government p...
Mar 19, 2025•32 min•Season 4Ep. 358
In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Gold Sets a New All-time High of $3K as Global Uncertainty Surges Bitcoin Securities Market is Booming as Institutional BTC Adoption Accelerates EU Planning to Seize Citizens’ Savings Threatening Individual Property Rights Trader Predicts $84K Bitcoin Price to the Dollar—Now He’s Calling for $444K ---- Invest as you spend with the Gemini ...
Mar 18, 2025•10 min•Season 4Ep. 357
In this conversation with Bloomberg's James Seyffart, we discuss: The historic performance of spot Bitcoin ETFs ETF inflows and outflows ETF liquidity race -- is BlackRock's IBIT king? High performing ETFs Institutional adoption of Bitcoin ---- Coin Stories is brought to you by lead sponsor Genius Group (NYSE American $GNS). Genius is a Bitcoin-first business delivering AI-powered education and acceleration solutions for the future of work. Learn more and enter for a chance to win a whale pass t...
Mar 13, 2025•28 min•Season 4Ep. 356
In this episode with macro expert James Lavish, we discuss: Bitcoin's recent price volatility: is BTC being suppressed or manipulated? Evidence of hedge funds "piling" into Bitcoin How a small allocation to Bitcoin will turbocharge the 60/40 portfolio ---- Guest Bio: Bio: James Lavish is an investor, macro expert, hedge-fund veteran, and Managing Partner at the Bitcoin Opportunity Fund. Subscribe to his newsletter: https://www.jameslavish.com/newsletter and follow him on X: www.x.com/jameslavish...
Mar 11, 2025•43 min•Season 4Ep. 355
In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin and global finance: Asset Prices Are Crashing, Recession Fears Loom: Is it a Plan to Bring Down 10 YR? The U.S. Government Establishes a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Government Won't Sell Bitcoin But May Sell Altcoins Crypto Czar David Sacks Explains Why Bitcoin is Special ---- Join my mailing list and subscribe to our free newsletter: thenewsblock.substack.com ---- Natalie’s Bitcoin Product Lin...
Mar 10, 2025•9 min•Season 4Ep. 354
In this conversation with Michael Mo, founder and CEO of KULR Technology Group, we discuss: His journey in the tech industry The challenges of taking a company public KULR technology is currenly on Mars! The strategic decision to adopt Bitcoin as a core part of KULR's corporate strategy and the importance of maximizing shareholder value The role of BTC yield ---- Guest Bio: Michael Mo is the CEO and Founder of KULR Technology Group, trying to build a world-leading energy management platform acce...
Mar 07, 2025•34 min•Season 4Ep. 353
