Sam Callahan hosts Café Bitcoin and we're joined by Joe Carlasare, Dom Bei, and Steven Lubka for Swan Private Macro Friday. We discuss the debt ceiling, the Nvidia and Nasdaq boom over the week and more. Timestamps: 00:00:00 "Café Bitcoin" Intro 00:01:01 Debt Ceiling, AI and Nvidia with Joe Caralsare and the Café Bitcoin Crew 01:15:00 Swan Private Macro Friday with Steven Lubka and Sam Callahan Swan Private Team Members: Alex Stanczyk Twitter: https://twitter.com/alexstanczyk Café Bitcoin Crew: ...
May 26, 2023•2 hr 9 min•Ep. 347
Last night Florida Governor spoke with Elon Musk about his presidential candidacy and spoke out against CBDCs and allowing people to "Do Bitcoin." We discuss how Bitcoin is becoming a topic for political candidates and have a thoughtful conversation questioning the incentives behind politicians advocating for Bitcoin. We are also joined by Calle to talk about his Cashu protocol which allows you to spend chaumian ecash tokens privately with Bitcoin. Lastly we're joined by Cory Klippsten to spread...
May 25, 2023•2 hr 7 min•Ep. 346
The Café Bitcoin Crew, Tomer Strolight and Pete Rizzo discuss UTXO Management, Coin control and Bitcoin mainstream adoption. We talk with Pete about his experiences from the Bitcoin Conference 2023 and how politicians are embracing bitcoin and how that should be perceived. We then are joined by Henrik Skogstrøm, Founder of LN_Capital to talk about how they're creating solutions for people to manage large lightning operations with ease. Timestamps: 00:00:00 "Café Bitcoin" Intro 00:01:01 Utxo Mana...
May 24, 2023•2 hr•Ep. 345
Conference é Bitcoin crew and friends. We share some of our favorite memories from the week, panels we most enjoyed and some of the highlight events. We also talk about upcoming events such as "Bit Block Boom", "Pacific Bitcoin" and more! Lastly, we discuss Janet Yellen's comments regarding the debt ceiling. Swan Private Team Members: Alex Stanczyk Twitter: https://twitter.com/alexstanczyk Café Bitcoin Crew: Ant: https://twitter.com/2140data Tomer: https://twitter.com/TomerStrolight Wicked: http...
May 22, 2023•2 hr 3 min•Ep. 344
The Café Bitcoin crew breaks down the latest events and festivities happening at Bitcoin 2023 with CEO of Bitcoin Magazine David Bailey. We discuss some of the panels we're most looking forward to and the benefits of meeting Bitcoiners in person. We also talk about the latest bitcoin news and price action with Dr.Jeff and more. Swan Private Team Members: Alex Stanczyk Twitter: https://twitter.com/alexstanczyk Café Bitcoin Crew: Ant: https://twitter.com/2140data Tomer: https://twitter.com/TomerSt...
May 17, 2023•56 min•Ep. 343
We're joined by Ant, Wicked, Peter of the Café Bitcoin crew to talk about the importance of self-custody, the recent Ledger firmware update and the differences between various Bitcoin signing devices. We also talk about foundations to saving and steps to building generational wealth. Swan Private Team Members: Alex Stanczyk Twitter: https://twitter.com/alexstanczyk Café Bitcoin Crew: Ant: https://twitter.com/2140data Tomer: https://twitter.com/TomerStrolight Wicked: https://twitter.com/w_s_bitco...
May 16, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 342
We're joined by the Café Bitcoin Crew to talk about the upcoming "Bitcoin 2023" in Miami, Florida. We discuss some of the panels we're most excited to see, the cant miss events of the week and a ticket giveaway! We also discuss the importance of utxo management and coin control with your Bitcoin. Swan Private Team Members: Alex Stanczyk Twitter: https://twitter.com/alexstanczyk Café Bitcoin Crew: Ant: https://twitter.com/2140data Tomer: https://twitter.com/TomerStrolight Wicked: https://twitter....
May 15, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 341
We're joined by John Haar, Sam Callahan, and Steven Lubka of the Swan Private Macro team to talk about the latest Bitcoin news, macro landscape and their thoughts on comments from Stanley Druckenmiller about the economy and Brad Sherman regarding how the U.S. prints money. We also speak with Sidd to talk about his "Bitcoin Bike Tour" premiering on Swan.Com/Youtube today! Swan Private Team Members: Alex Stanczyk Twitter: https://twitter.com/alexstanczyk Café Bitcoin Crew: Ant: https://twitter.com...
May 12, 2023•2 hr 13 min•Ep. 340
The Café Bitcoin crew discusses comments from U.S. Congressman Brad Sherman "so what if we print it digitally, we're the U.S. government." We discuss the differences between money you can print and hard money, and why Bitcoin is the hardest asset we've ever seen. we're then joined by Jesse Shrader, Amboss Co-Founder and CEO for an in-depth conversation around Bitcoin lightning tools and adoption. Connect with Amboss: https://amboss.space/ Swan Private Team Members: Alex Stanczyk Twitter: https:/...
May 11, 2023•2 hr 5 min•Ep. 339
We're joined by Tomer Strolight, Wicked, Ant and the rest of the Café Bitcoin Crew to discuss national defensive system, cryptography and where Bitcoin fits into various narratives. We also speak about the mempool and transactions fees, the upcoming Bitcoin Conference, Toxic Happy Hour Pleb Party and more. Lastly, we're joined by Stephan Liver and Tomer Strolight for another edition of "Bitcoin Beginner Q&A!" Swan Private Team Members: Alex Stanczyk Twitter: https://twitter.com/alexstanczyk ...
May 10, 2023•2 hr 7 min•Ep. 338
Alex Stanczyk, Tomer Strolight, Wicked, Ant, and Peter of the Café Bitcoin Crew discuss the idea of congress raising the debt ceiling, the minting of a trillion dollar coin and how Bitcoin will bring help guide us toward a hard money we can rely on. Then AlphaaZeta and Greg Foss join us for an in-depth conversation around Nakamoto portfolio theory at "NakamotoPortfolio.com". Swan Private Team Members: Alex Stanczyk Twitter: https://twitter.com/alexstanczyk Café Bitcoin Crew: Ant: https://twitter...
May 09, 2023•2 hr 10 min•Ep. 337
We speak with Wicked, Ant, Tomer and Peter of the Café Bitcoin Crew to talk about events over the weekend clogging up the Bitcoin mempool and why transaction fees are growing rapidly. We also discuss Binance closing Bitcoin withdraws for a period of time and how this is helping speed up lightning adoption. We are then joined by Adam "Denver Bitcoin", Blockbain and Nuclear Bitcoin for an in-depth conversation around Bitcoin mining and energy. Swan Private Team Members: Alex Stanczyk Twitter: http...
May 08, 2023•2 hr 5 min•Ep. 336
We're joined by Steven Lubka and Sam Callahan of the Swan Private team to talk about the current macro economic outlook. Sam's week at the Microstrategy Conference and how lightning adoption is growing rapidly. We're then joined by JM Bush, Nico and Mark Moss to talk about the upcoming "Thank God for Bitcoin" Conference happening in Miami, Florida on May 16th and 17th. Thank God for Bitcoin Tickets: https://tgfb.com/conference/ Use Code "SWAN" for 20% Off Swan Private Team Members: Alex Stanczyk...
May 05, 2023•1 hr 59 min•Ep. 335
Greg Foss, Dr. Jeff Ross, Tone Vays, Joe Carlasare join us to discuss the continuing banking crisis, how Jerome Powell's comments from yesterday and what this could mean for Bitcoin's price. We then talk about the popular Bitcoin saying "everything divided by 21". We dive deep on what that means and we talk with Andrew from Galoy and others about how Bitcoin is helping protect human rights. Swan Private Team Members: Alex Stanczyk Twitter: https://twitter.com/alexstanczyk Café Bitcoin Crew: Ant:...
May 04, 2023•2 hr 6 min•Ep. 334
We speak with the creator of "TimechainStats.com" Ant about how he is making it seamless to find Bitcoin information and data. We then are joined by Tone Vays and Greg Foss to talk about the macro environment and what they think regarding the Fed meeting later today. Also, Mike Hobart and other join us to talk about the "DAME" crypto mining tax. Lastly, Daniel Lawrence and Mitch Klee with Foreman Mining joins us to talk about how individuals and companies are using them to remotely manage their ...
May 03, 2023•1 hr 59 min•Ep. 333
Banks continue to go under as we discuss First Republic, Pacific Western Bank and many others are dealing with. We also talk about Tim Pool speaking about how he is stacking Bitcoin to protect himself from inflation, the commercial real estate market in California having difficult times and then are joined by Mick Morucci from Geyser.Fund to talk about how he is helping projects receive crowdfunding with Bitcoin! Connect with Geyser.Fund: https://geyser.fund/ Swan Private Team Members: Alex Stan...
May 02, 2023•2 hr 3 min•Ep. 332
We're joined by Greg Foss, Amanda Cavaleri, Tomer Strolight and the Café Bitcoin Crew to talk about JP Morgan buying First Republic Bank, how we're witnessing mega-banks being created and why Bitcoin is the safest place to store your time and energy. We then speak with Author of "Layered Money", Nik Bhatia and Founder of the Satoshi Action Function, Dennis Porter about NYTimes fud on Bitcoin mining and their initiative in orange piling congress. Swan Private Team Members: Alex Stanczyk Twitter: ...
May 01, 2023•2 hr 8 min•Ep. 331
We catch up on the latest Bitcoin news, First Republic Bank falling another 50% and Jerome Powell's latest comments around inflation. We also speak to Dr.Jeff Ross about why he is turning back into "Dr.Bear" and his thoughts on the macro landscape for May and going into the Summer. Then Steven Lubka and Joe Carlasare join us for another edition of Swan Private Macro Friday! Swan Private Team Members: Terrence Yang: https://twitter.com/TYonClubhouse Alex Stanczyk Twitter: https://twitter.com/alex...
Apr 28, 2023•2 hr 18 min•Ep. 330
We're joined by CEO and Founder of Trammell Venture Partners, Christopher Calicott and Investment Operations Lead, Matthew Snow about their new research, "The Emerging Bitcoin-Native Venture Capital Landscape". We discuss how they're making it easier than ever for companies to get on boarded with Bitcoin companies in venture capital and provide massive amounts of data showing the positives for companies that hold Bitcoin. We also talk to Walker, Ant, Wicked, Tone Vays and many more about wallet ...
Apr 27, 2023•2 hr 5 min•Ep. 329
We're joined by CEO of Standard Power, Max Serezhin, Senior Commercial Director Ivan Serezhin and Commercial Director Justin Orkney for an in-depth conversation about how they're helping build the infrastructure for Bitcoin mining companies and helping the push for pro-bitcoin legislation. We also talk about Tucker Carlson leaving Fox, what this signals for the future of mainstream media and dive into a macro update with the Bitcoin nearing $30k. We also dive into First Republic Bank banking col...
Apr 26, 2023•2 hr 4 min•Ep. 328
Greg Foss, Dr.Jeff Ross, Tomer Strolight and many more join us to discuss the latest Bitcoin news. We touch on if Tucker leaving is a sign of the end of mainstream media, the comments made by the World Economic Forum around mining being positive for the environment and Michael Saylor explaining Bitcoin and the lightning network. We are then joined by Co-Founder of Vincere Wealth Isaiah Douglass to talk about how he's helping families and businesses get onboarded to bitcoin through financial plan...
Apr 25, 2023•2 hr 6 min•Ep. 327
We're joined by Grant McCarty and David Zell with the Bitcoin Policy Institute to talk about how they're educating lawmakers about the benefits of bitcoin. We also discuss the upcoming "Bitcoin Policy Summit" happening April 26th, 2023 in Washington, D.C., where you can watch the livestream (swan.com/youtube) and some of the most exciting panels happening at the event. We are also joined by Dr.Jeff Ross and Tone Vays for a Bitcoin market update and talk about some of the latest Bitcoin news. Con...
Apr 24, 2023•2 hr 7 min•Ep. 326
We’re joined by Sam Callahan, Terrence Yang, Steven Lubka and John Haar of the Swan Private team for an in-depth conversation about the latest macroeconomic trends, potential recession, the US fiscal trajectory, Fed policy, and the return outlook for various asset classes. Swan Private Team Members: Alex Stanczyk Twitter: https://twitter.com/alexstanczyk Sam Callahan: https://twitter.com/samcallah John Haar: https://twitter.com/john_at_swan Steven Lubka: https://twitter.com/DzambhalaHODL Terrenc...
Apr 21, 2023•2 hr 12 min•Ep. 325
Natalie Brunell, Host of "Hard Money" and "Coin Stories Podcast" joins us today to co-host with Alex and discuss the implications of Bitcoin being digital real estate, the impact AI is having in society and her upcoming episode of "Hard Money" on the Swan Youtube Channel. We are also joined by Greg Foss, Dr.Jeff Ross, Walker, Mike Hobart and the Café Bitcoin Crew. Swan Private Team Members: Alex Stanczyk Twitter: https://twitter.com/alexstanczyk Café Bitcoin Crew: Ant: https://twitter.com/2140da...
Apr 20, 2023•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 324
We're joined by Stephan Livera and Tomer Strolight for "Bitcoin Beginner Q&A". We dive into some of the most asked questions from people new to bitcoin and people looking to orange pill their friends and family. We also cover Elon's thoughts on inflation, Gary Gensler's comments surrounding crypto and more. Swan Private Team Members: Alex Stanczyk Twitter: https://twitter.com/alexstanczyk Café Bitcoin Crew: Ant: https://twitter.com/2140data Tomer: https://twitter.com/TomerStrolight Wicked: h...
Apr 19, 2023•2 hr 5 min•Ep. 323
We're joined by CIO at Swan, AlphaaZeta to talk about his portfolio optimization tool, "the Nakamoto Portfolio Theory". We have an in-depth conversation and breakdown of why every portfolio should have a bitcoin allocation. We run the numbers on the return on investment for various strategies and are joined by Greg Foss, Tomer Strolight, Sam Callahan and many others. Connect with AlphaaZeta: https://twitter.com/alphaazeta Nakamoto Portfolio Theory: https://nakamotoportfolio.com/ Swan Private Tea...
Apr 18, 2023•2 hr 4 min•Ep. 322
Michael Saylor, Founder and CEO of MicroStrategy and Head of Treasury and Investor Relations at MicroStrategy, Shirish Jajodia join Natalie Brunell, Stephan Livera, Steven Lubka, Tomer Strolight and many others for an in-depth conversation about the upcoming MicroStrategy World 2023 in Orlando, Florida - May 1st - 4th. We also catch up on the latest Bitcoin news with the Café Bitcoin crew and talk about why Bitcoin is hope. MicroStrategy World 2023: https://www.microstrategy.com/en/world-2023 US...
Apr 17, 2023•2 hr 7 min•Ep. 321
Natalie Brunell, Adam O and Walker from the "Crypto Couple" join us to catch up on the latest Bitcoin news and to talk in-depth on the FUD coming out of The NY Times regarding Bitcoin mining. We are then joined by Texas Slim and others to talk about their upcoming "Beef Intelligence" event happening in Washington, Virginia on April 22nd. Lastly, Steven Lubka, John Haar and Terrence Yang join us for another exciting edition of "Swan Private Macro Friday". Swan Private Team Members: Alex Stanczyk ...
Apr 14, 2023•2 hr 5 min•Ep. 320
We're joined by Tone Vays, Greg Foss and Joe Carlasare to discuss the latest Bitcoin bull rally, Michael Saylor being above water in his Bitcoin holdings and how we see nation state adoption taking place over the coming decade. We then speak with Joe Wood about how he is creating account solution for businesses to holding Bitcoin and do taxes with Satoshi Paciloi. Connect with Satoshi Pacioli: https://satoshipacioli.com Swan Private Team Members: Alex Stanczyk Twitter: https://twitter.com/alexst...
Apr 13, 2023•2 hr 2 min•Ep. 319
Today the Café Bitcoin Crew talk in-depth on Warren Buffet's comments about Bitcoin and why Bitcoin is the best tool for savings. We also speak with the local Boston Bitcoin meetup, "Bitcoin Mass Adoption" and their upcoming conference, "Freedom Festival" (link below) with Greg Foss, Luke Broyles, Texas Slim and Bj Dichter. We also speak with Texas Slim about the importance of health and sourcing your beef from a local rancher. Freedom Festival Tickets: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/ma...
Apr 12, 2023•2 hr 3 min•Ep. 318
