You're The Voice | by Efrat Fenigson

My guest today is Eric Stacks, a former cannabis producer turned passionate Bitcoin advocate. From his early life shaped by familial challenges to his pivot into Bitcoin after witnessing the inefficiencies of the fiat system, Eric has developed a deep understanding of economic incentives, free markets, and the promise of Bitcoin. Eric shares how his journey began with mistrust of the pharmaceutical industry, leading him to cannabis production and eventually to Bitcoin as a solution to the systemic flaws he observed. His unique insights connect the dots between free-market deflation, economic Darwinism, and Bitcoin’s potential to incentivize ethical behavior while punishing dishonesty. He explains how Bitcoin redefines property rights, empowers individuals, and offers a path to a more sustainable global economy. We also discussed El Salvador’s Bitcoin adoption, governments under a Bitcoin standard, and what a new monetary system would look like. Eric’s vision of an after-Bitcoin world is filled with hope, optimism, and practical strategies for how to navigate the changes ahead. This episode was filmed in El Salvador in Nov. 2024. ► If you got value, please like, comment, share, follow and support my work. Thank you!-- SPONSORS --►► Get your TREZOR wallet & accessories, with a 5% discount, using my code at checkout (get my discount code from the episode - yep, you’ll have to watch it): https://affil.trezor.io/SHUn -- SPECIAL OFFERS –►► Enjoy theLittle HODLer products, learn about sound money while having fun! use code EFRAT for 10% off on non-sale items: https://thelittlehodler.com/►► 10% off on all books & accessories at the “Bitcoin Infinity Store” - use code EFRAT►► Join me in any of these upcoming events: https://www.efrat.blog/p/upcoming-events -- LINKS –Eric’s Twitter: https://x.com/EricVStacks Eric’s npub: npub1h4397xuvfxne7p6l867j6ygl7cj4qn8j45fygt7hp5v3m5h5543qhms70fEfrat's Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigsonEfrat's Telegram: https://t.me/efenigsonWatch/listen on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/yourethevoiceSupport Efrat's work: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/efenigson   ⁠Support Efrat with Bitcoin: https://geyser.fund/project/efenigson-- CHAPTERS –00:00 Coming Up…01:11 Introduction to Eric & His Background06:50 From Cannabis & Real Estate to Bitcoin16:20 Business Consulting & Putting Bitcoin on the Balance Sheet18:17 The Fiat Paradigm, Patents, and Misaligned Incentives22:17  The Paradigm of “You’ll Own Nothing & Be Happy”28:36 Coming Out of “Scumbaggery”: A Rotten System36:56 Economic Darwinism: Bitcoin in Politics & Institutional Takeover44:58 KYC Bitcoin, Privacy & Anonymity48:52 El Salvador's Bitcoin Journey & Relocation Opportunity57:29 Deflation Is The Natural State of a Free Market1:06:12 The Silent Revolution of Bitcoin: Hope and Ethics 1:18:57 The Future of The Monetary System on a Bitcoin Standard1:21:38 Final Thoughts

My guest today is Prince Philip of Serbia, an important voice for freedom and independence, tackling issues like brain drain, too many regulations, and economic troubles. He also serves as the Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) at JAN3, a company focused on accelerating hyperbitcoinization by working on nation-state Bitcoin adoption and also developing the Aqua wallet. As a father of two living in the historic Serbian royal palace, he’s passionate about building a better future for the next generation. In this chat, we talk about how to balance tradition and progress, EU’s legislation and sentiment of Europeans, Serbia’s potential for Bitcoin mining, and how sound money can help society grow. Prince Philip shares his work with policymakers, efforts to improve energy use through mining, and ways he’s teaching others about Bitcoin’s power to create change. ► If you got value, please like, comment, share, follow and support my work. Thank you!-- SPONSORS --►► Get your TREZOR wallet & accessories, with a5% discount, using my code at checkout (get my discount code from the episode - yep, you’ll have to watch it):https://affil.trezor.io/SHUn -- SPECIAL OFFERS –►► Enjoy theLittle HODLer products, learn about sound money while having fun! use code EFRAT for 10% off on non-sale items:https://thelittlehodler.com/ ►►  10% off on all books & accessories at the “Bitcoin Infinity Store”-use code EFRAT►► Join me in any of these upcoming events:https://www.efrat.blog/p/upcoming-events -- LINKS –Philip’s Twitter:https://x.com/PrincFilip1 Philip’s Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/princfilipodsrbije/ Philip’s Nostr npub: npub198q8ksyxpurd7lq6mf409nrtf32pka48yp2z6lhxghpqe9zjllfq5wtwcpJan3’s Website:https://jan3.com/ Efrat's Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigsonEfrat's Telegram: https://t.me/efenigsonWatch/listen on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/yourethevoiceSupport Efrat's work: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/efenigson   ⁠Support Efrat with Bitcoin: https://geyser.fund/project/efenigson-- CHAPTERS –00:00 Coming Up…01:05 Philip’s Introduction and Family Life04:48 Aqua Wallet: Innovations in Bitcoin Transactions09:51 Philip’s Role in JAN3, Political Connections and Bitcoin Adoption12:46 The Impact of US Politics on Global Bitcoin Sentiment16:02 Challenges in the EU 21:14 Migration and The Separation of Money and State, Bitcoin Regulation in Serbia27:29 Western decay, Declining Birth Rates, and Building Stable Societies29:25 Cash vs. Bitcoin: A Cultural Perspective34:39 Closing thoughts

My guest today is Stephan Livera, the host of the prominent Bitcoin podcast “The Stephan Livera Podcast”. Growing up in Australia, Stephan developed a deep interest in libertarianism and Austrian economics during his teenage years, which shaped his perspective on money and governance. In this episode, Stephan shares his journey from being a chartered accountant at Deloitte to becoming a leading voice in the Bitcoin space. We discuss his insights on Bitcoin's role in challenging fiat currency, the cultural decay caused by fiat money, and the growing adoption of Bitcoin by institutions and governments. Stephan also explores the future of Bitcoin custody, the balance between decentralization and scalability, and the implications of hyper-bitcoinization on governance, sovereignty, and society. Enjoy. ► If you got value, please like, comment, share, follow and support my work. Thank you! -- SPONSORS -- ►► Get your TREZOR wallet & accessories, with a 5% discount, using my code at checkout (get my discount code from the episode - yep, you’ll have to watch it): https://affil.trezor.io/SHUn  -- SPECIAL OFFERS – ►► Enjoy the Little HODLer products, learn about sound money while having fun! use code EFRAT for 10% off on non-sale items: https://thelittlehodler.com/  ►► Get 10% off on all books, inc. “The Inverse of Clown World”, using the code EFRAT https://bitcoininfinitystore.com ►► Join me in any of these upcoming events: https://www.efrat.blog/p/upcoming-events  -- LINKS – Stephan’s Twitter: https://x.com/stephanlivera Stephan’s Nostr npub: npub1r8l06leee9kjlam0slmky7h8j9zme9ca32erypgqtyu6t2gnhshs3jx5dk Stephan’s podcast: https://stephanlivera.com/  Stephan’s Substack: https://stephanlivera.substack.com/  Efrat's Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigson Efrat's Telegram: https://t.me/efenigson Watch/listen on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/yourethevoice Support Efrat's work: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/efenigson   ⁠ Support Efrat with Bitcoin: https://geyser.fund/project/efenigson -- CHAPTERS – 00:00 Coming Up… 01:15 Introduction & Stephan’s Background 05:44 Finding Austrian Economics as a Teenager 09:32 Immigration and Growing Up In Australia 12:37 Australia's Landscape: Energy, Woke Culture,  Housing 21:00 The World’s Going Through a Moral & Cultural Decay 25:06 The Trend of Decentralizing Nation States  31:56 Living in Dubai  33:01 Migration Trends & Predictions 34:30 Stephan’s Podcast Journey 36:49 Bitcoin's Evolution: From Cypherpunks to Institutional Adoption 41:07 The Future of Bitcoin Holding: Custodial vs. Self-Custody 43:17 The Role of Banks in a Bitcoinized World 49:14 Market Cycles and the Psychology of New Investors 55:31 What People Don’t Understand About Bitcoin 1:01:09 Resources and Getting Started With Bitcoin 1:02:44 Message of Hope & Conclusion

My guest today is Mir, co-founder of Blockchain Lab, a talented individual on a unique journey combining music, Bitcoin advocacy, education, and community building. Mir shares her inspiring story of transformation—from a music career to becoming a key voice in Bitcoin education, leading projects like the Blockchain Lab in Milan and the Plan B Network. Her work is all about making Bitcoin easier to understand and helping people feel empowered through knowledge. In this episode, Mir talks about the philosophy behind Bitcoin, the value of learning across different fields, and the challenges of teaching and connecting with different types of people. We discuss why empathy, clear communication, and ethical marketing are important for building real connections in the Bitcoin world and beyond. Mir also highlights how education, community, and self-custody come together, showing how Bitcoin can help people better understand bitcoin and personal responsibility. ► If you got value, please like, comment, share, follow and support my work. Thank you! -- SPONSORS -- ►► Get your TREZOR wallet & accessories, with a 5% discount, using my code at checkout (get my discount code from the episode - yep, you’ll have to watch it): https://affil.trezor.io/SHUn  -- SPECIAL OFFERS – ►► Enjoy the Little HODLer products, learn about sound money while having fun! use code EFRAT for 10% off on non-sale items: https://thelittlehodler.com/  ►► Get 10% off on all books, inc. “The Inverse of Clown World”, using the code EFRAT https://bitcoininfinitystore.com ►► Join me in any of these upcoming events: https://www.efrat.blog/p/upcoming-events  -- LINKS – Mir’s Twitter: https://x.com/mir_btc  Mir’s Nostr npub: npub1ydxytlu95vwpn0m3pzn507nma8x5472u043pupcgpj3dvcamglfql6rlcw Plan B Website: https://planb.network/en/  Efrat's Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigson Efrat's Telegram: https://t.me/efenigson Watch/listen on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/yourethevoice Support Efrat's work: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/efenigson   ⁠ Support Efrat with Bitcoin: https://geyser.fund/project/efenigson -- CHAPTERS – 00:00 Coming Up… 00:53 Introduction 04:20 Mir’s Personal Journey, background and Musical Passions 08:00 Building Blockchain Lab the Bitcoin Community 10:47 Plan B Network & Free Bitcoin Education 12:47 Plan B Summer School In Lugano 22:38 The Polymathic Nature of Bitcoin & Education 27:28 The Future of Bitcoin: Predictions and Opportunities 33:31 The Importance of Self-Custody and Education 36:12 Balancing Honesty and Empathy in Bitcoin Advocacy 42:01 Lowering Resistance & Relating To Others In Bitcoin Education 45:20 Fruitful Conversations, Great Marketing and Providing Value 48:40 Why Bitcoiner’s Have Strong Opinions 51:21 Conclusion

My guest today is Roger Huang, an author, journalist on Forbes, Bitcoin Magazine and more, and a Bitcoin advocate, whose work bridges the intersection of Bitcoin, geopolitics, economics, and history. Roger is the author of “Would Mao Hold Bitcoin?”, an exploration of Bitcoin’s potential within China’s political and monetary landscape. From the impact of inflation on historical events like Tiananmen Square to the implications of digital surveillance and central bank digital currencies, Roger provides a comprehensive analysis of how Bitcoin can challenge state control and empower individuals. In this episode, we explore Roger’s journey from his roots in China to his upbringing in Canada, and how his disillusionment with the traditional financial system inspired him to advocate for Bitcoin as a tool for freedom and decentralization. Roger shares powerful stories about the Chinese surveillance state, the role of inflation in shaping politics, and the growing global influence of China’s economic strategies, including the Belt and Road Initiative and CBDC development. ► If you got value, please like, comment, share, follow and support my work. Thank you! -- SPONSORS -- ►► Get your TREZOR wallet & accessories, with a 5% discount, using my code at checkout (get my discount code from the episode - yep, you’ll have to watch it): https://affil.trezor.io/SHUn  -- SPECIAL OFFERS – ►► Enjoy the Little HODLer products, learn about sound money while having fun! use code EFRAT for 10% off on non-sale items: https://thelittlehodler.com/  ►► Get 10% off on all books, inc. “The Inverse of Clown World”, using the code EFRAT https://bitcoininfinitystore.com ►► Join me in any of these upcoming events: https://www.efrat.blog/p/upcoming-events  -- LINKS – Roger’s Twitter: https://x.com/Rogerh1991 Roger’s New Book “Would Mao Hold Bitcoin?”: https://bit.ly/4jePMsf  Roger’s Nostr npub: npub12qxvc5evxqt3rky25mfskywugalx5vnhppfl32cu903cnwpyu0uqkmq8u9 China Law Translate Website - Roger recommended source: https://www.chinalawtranslate.com/en/  Efrat's Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigson Efrat's Telegram: https://t.me/efenigson Watch/listen on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/yourethevoice Support Efrat's work: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/efenigson   ⁠ Support Efrat with Bitcoin: https://geyser.fund/project/efenigson -- CHAPTERS – 00:00 Coming Up…  01:01 Introduction to Roger Huang and His Work  03:00 Roger's Background and Early Interest in Bitcoin & Writing  08:38 Mao's Economic Policies and Their Consequences  13:18 Inflation and Political Unrest in China’s History, and Tiananmen Square Protests 18:07 Human Rights Violations & Digital Surveillance in China  22:44 Social Credit Score System in China and the Rest Of the World  28:58 Censorship: The Dangers of “Everything Apps” like WeChat  35:44 What “Cashless Society” Looks Like in China  38:03 The Rise of CBDC’s in China  49:54 China's Belt & Road Initiative - Acquiring Geopolitical Power  53:51 Roger's Personal Passion for Bitcoin  57:55 Conclusion and Where to Follow Roger

My guest today is Titus Gebel, the founder of Free Cities Foundation, an innovative governance model challenging the traditional role of the state. Titus, a PhD in international law and a seasoned entrepreneur, co-founded Deutsche Rohstoff AG and led ventures like Dual Fluid Energy. He is also the author of “Free Private Cities: Making Governments Compete for You”, a book presenting a groundbreaking framework for autonomous, privately operated jurisdictions. Titus has inspired projects like Prospera, a pioneering special economic zone off the coast of Honduras that blends private governance with public benefits. He argues passionately for the necessity of written agreements and fixed rules in governance, contrasting them with the unpredictable changes of traditional states.In this episode, we explore the rise of free cities, the influence of global powers like the WEF, and the role equality should play in our society. Tune in to hear how free private cities can revolutionize our world—and why Titus believes this movement is unstoppable. ► If you got value, please like, comment, share, follow and support my work. Thank you! -- SPONSORS -- ►► Get your TREZOR wallet & accessories, with a 5% discount, using my code at checkout (get my discount code from the episode - yep, you’ll have to watch it): https://affil.trezor.io/SHUn  -- SPECIAL OFFERS – ►► Enjoy the Little HODLer products, learn about sound money while having fun! use code EFRAT for 10% off on non-sale items: https://thelittlehodler.com/  ►► Get 10% off on all books, inc. “The Inverse of Clown World”, using the code EFRAT https://bitcoininfinitystore.com ►► Join me in any of these upcoming events: https://www.efrat.blog/p/upcoming-events  -- LINKS – Titus’s Twitter: https://x.com/titusgebel Free Cities Foundation Twitter: https://x.com/FreeCitiesFound  Free Cities Website: https://free-cities.org/  Free Cities Foundation Nostr: npub1lsj8pmgedqqamt89c27tzjjnlf0wn7q7udjm7j2cl9xxz97eacns2mwpee Efrat's Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigson Efrat's Telegram: https://t.me/efenigson Watch/listen on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/yourethevoice Support Efrat's work: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/efenigson   ⁠ Support Efrat with Bitcoin: https://geyser.fund/project/efenigson -- CHAPTERS – 00:00 Coming Up… 01:20 Introduction to Titus 03:27 The Concept of Free Private Cities 15:02 Prospera,Honduras: A Case Study in Special Economic Zones (ZEDE) 26:04 Dubai’s Case Study & What’s The Future of Special Economic Zones  32:30 Power Structure Between People & States 40:07 Inside View on WEF & Klaus Schwab 52:05 Neom & “The Line”: A Dystopian Vision? 58:27 Equality vs. Equity: A False Construct 1:12:50 Follow Titus and Free Cities Foundation

My guest today is Jimmy Song, a prominent Bitcoin developer, author, and advocate for freedom and moral responsibility through Bitcoin. Jimmy has spent over a decade contributing to the Bitcoin ecosystem, authoring books such as “Thank God for Bitcoin”, “Fiat Ruins Everything”, and many more.  In this conversation, we explore his journey as a developer and educator, including his work teaching Bitcoin programming in El Salvador. Jimmy shares his observations on Bitcoin's transformative power, the moral corruption of fiat money, and the role of virtue in sustaining a Bitcoin-centric life. We also discuss the challenges of societal change, personal agency, and psychological conditioning of nations which impacts the state of affairs in the Middle East and globally, in the near future.  This conversation will inspire you to embrace responsibility and build a future rooted in freedom and sovereignty. ► If you got value, please like, comment, share, follow and support my work. Thank you! -- SPONSORS -- ►► Get your TREZOR wallet & accessories, with a 5% discount, using my code at checkout (get my discount code from the episode - yep, you’ll have to watch it): https://affil.trezor.io/SHUn  -- SPECIAL OFFERS – ►► Enjoy the Little HODLer products, learn about sound money while having fun! use code EFRAT for 10% off on non-sale items: https://thelittlehodler.com/  ►► Get 10% off on all books, inc. “The Inverse of Clown World”, using the code EFRAT https://bitcoininfinitystore.com ►► Join me in any of these upcoming events: https://www.efrat.blog/p/upcoming-events  -- LINKS – Jimmy’s Twitter: https://x.com/jimmysong  Jimmy’s Substack: https://substack.com/@jimmysong  Jimmy’s Latest Book “Fiat Ruins Everything”: https://bit.ly/4gUuRJi  Jimmy’s Nostr npub: npub1sn0q3zptdcm8qh8ktyhwtrnr9htwpykav8qnryhusr9mcr9ustxqe4tr2x Efrat's Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigson Efrat's Telegram: https://t.me/efenigson Watch/listen on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/yourethevoice Support Efrat's work: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/efenigson   ⁠ Support Efrat with Bitcoin: https://geyser.fund/project/efenigson -- CHAPTERS – (00:00) Coming Up… (00:52) Intro and Background of Jimmy  (04:25) Jimmy’s Experience Teaching & Progress in El Salvador (06:21) The Moral Case of Bitcoin  (11:21) Bitcoin Requires Spiritual Inner Work   (16:30) The Message Behind Jimmy’s Book “Fiat Ruins Everything”  (20:30) The Future Trajectory of Bitcoin (22:13) How Will the Mainstream Understand Bitcoin? (25:34) Speculations on the Middle East Conflict (30:03) Psychological Conditioning in Israel The Soviet Union & More (34:51) The Psychology of Winning, Hope, and Agency

My guest today is Abubakar Nur Khalil, a Nigerian Bitcoin Core contributor, CEO of the Bitcoin venture fund Recursive Capital, and one of only four board members of Btrust—a nonprofit supporting Bitcoin development in Africa. At just 25 years old, Abubakar is transforming the African Bitcoin ecosystem by training developers, advancing Bitcoin adoption, and supporting decentralized financial solutions. In this episode, we explore Nigeria’s CBDC rollout of the eNaira, why it failed, and accompanying cash shortages, as well as the growing Bitcoin adoption. Abubkar shares his journey from contributing to Bitcoin Core to leading Btrust's mission of decentralizing Bitcoin development in the Global South. He also shares about the challenges of scaling Bitcoin adoption in Africa, the revolutionary role of Bitcoin mining in electrifying rural communities, and the untapped potential of Bitcoin in empowering Africa’s youth and businesses.  ► If you got value, please like, comment, share, follow and support my work. Thank you! -- SPONSORS -- ►► Get your TREZOR wallet & accessories, with a 5% discount, using my code at checkout (get my discount code from the episode - yep, you’ll have to watch it): https://affil.trezor.io/SHUn  -- SPECIAL OFFERS – ►► Enjoy the Little HODLer products, learn about sound money while having fun! use code EFRAT for 10% off on non-sale items: https://thelittlehodler.com/  ►► Get 10% off on all books, inc. “The Inverse of Clown World”, using the code EFRAT https://bitcoininfinitystore.com ►► Join me in any of these upcoming events:https://www.efrat.blog/p/upcoming-events  -- LINKS – Abubakar’s Twitter: https://x.com/ihate1999  Abubakar on Forbes: https://www.forbes.com/sites/abubakarnurkhalil/  BTrust’s Website: https://www.btrust.tech/  Abubakar’s Nostr npub: npub1sn0q3zptdcm8qh8ktyhwtrnr9htwpykav8qnryhusr9mcr9ustxqe4tr2x Efrat's Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigson Efrat's Telegram: https://t.me/efenigson Watch/listen on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/yourethevoice Support Efrat's work: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/efenigson   ⁠ Support Efrat with Bitcoin: https://geyser.fund/project/efenigson -- CHAPTERS – 00:00 Coming Up… 00:57 Introduction to Abubakar 03:48 The Journey to Becoming a Board Member of Btrust 09:08 Btrust’s Vision & Support for African Bitcoin Developers 12:58 Being Young & Successful 15:48 The eNaira - Nigeria’s CBDC 21:58 Cash Shortages in Nigeria 25:58 eNaira’s Failure & Speeding up Bitcoin Adoption 32:41 The CNGN - Nigeria's Stablecoin Initiative 35:01 Africa's Economic Landscape and Bitcoin Mining 40:15 Corruption and Governance Challenges in Africa 42:32 How Common Struggles Unify Africa 44:32 Non-Smartphones Can Use The Lightning Network 46:53 Ethiopia's Energy and Bitcoin Mining Potential 48:20 Why Are Most Bitcoin Transactions in Africa B2B 50:25 Regulatory Developments for Bitcoin Exchanges in Nigeria 52:54 Promising Future Projects in Bitcoin 56:58 Message of Hope

My guest today is John Dennehy, the Director of “My First Bitcoin” (Mi Primer Bitcoin), an educational nonprofit which helped educate 35,000 students in El Salvador using Bitcoin as a tool for financial sovereignty. John became an activist in the wake of September 11th. While in jail after protesting the Iraq War, he decided to leave the country and moved to Ecuador in 2005. He is a best-selling author, award-winning journalist and has written about Bitcoin in Latin America for the Guardian, Al-Jazeera, and the BBC. He moved to El Salvador in 2021 to found My First Bitcoin. In a world at the crossroads, he sees Bitcoin as humanity’s best chance to build something better. His first child was born in San Salvador in 2023. In this episode John shares his inspiring journey from activism in the aftermath of 9/11 to founding My First Bitcoin  He explains how his perspective shifted from resisting the harmful old systems to actively building new ones. We discuss the unique challenges of adopting Bitcoin in El Salvador, the importance of grassroots education, and of choosing an open-source curriculum. John discusses the need to redefine success metrics, decentralize systems, and build frameworks that empower communities worldwide. He emphasizes the urgency of taking action, warning against the dangers of complacency in the face of a world heading toward unsustainability and even crashes. This episode is a powerful reminder that change starts with individuals choosing to create something better. ► If you got value, please like, comment, share, follow and support my work. Thank you! -- SPONSORS -- ►► Get your TREZOR wallet & accessories, with a 5% discount, using my code at checkout (get my discount code from the episode - yep, you’ll have to watch it): https://affil.trezor.io/SHUn  -- SPECIAL OFFERS – ►► Enjoy the Little HODLer products, learn about sound money while having fun! use code EFRAT for 10% off on non-sale items: https://thelittlehodler.com/  ►► Get 10% off on all books, inc. “The Inverse of Clown World”, using the code EFRAT https://bitcoininfinitystore.com ►► Join me in any of these upcoming events:https://www.efrat.blog/p/upcoming-events  -- LINKS – John’s Twitter: https://x.com/jdennehy_writes  John’s Tweet about his quest for freedom: https://x.com/jdennehy_writes/status/1833886333871202548  Mi Primer Bitcoin’s Twitter: https://x.com/MyFirstBitcoin_ Mi Primer Bitcoin Website: https://myfirstbitcoin.io/  John’s Nostr npub: npub1gaxapm9t9damh6q2lpc04ptcyeh0ysfdfzzs997agu3ae80ftrns7t985l Efrat's Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigson Efrat's Telegram: https://t.me/efenigson Watch/listen on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/yourethevoice Support Efrat's work: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/efenigson   ⁠ Support Efrat with Bitcoin: https://geyser.fund/project/efenigson Recorded at the Bitcoin Beach Studio: https://www.youtube.com/@LiveFromBitcoinBeach  -- CHAPTERS – 00:00 Coming Up…  00:58 The Best Way to Experience El Salvador 03:28 Intro to John &  Journey to Activism, 9/11   09:55 Anti-War Activism & Human Desire for Revenge 12:49  The Effectiveness of Activism & Protesting 16:58 Getting Arrested for Your Values Can Empower You 21:18 Police Violence & Intimidation 24:57 Giving Up on the US and Starting Over  28:00 Discovering Bitcoin and Accelerating The Good  33:30 The Birth of “My First Bitcoin” 37:14 “My First Bitcoin” Success in El Salvador and Beyond 40:56 The Global Reach of Bitcoin Education 47:03 My First Bitcoin’s Unconferences 48:40 John’s Prediction Of A Worldwide Crash & Awakening  52:46 Overcoming Fear of Creating a Better Life  57:17 Be Responsible for Your Future & Is It Worth Voting? 1:00:36 Redefining Success in Life & in “My First Bitcoin” 1:03:57 Decentralizing Education to Empower Local Communities 1:12:30 El Salvador: A Blueprint for Change & Bitcoin Policies 1:20:16 Replicating the “My First Bitcoin” Model to Educate Others 1:24:56 Follow John and “My First Bitcoin”

My guest today is Joana Cotar, a German politician who has been a member of the Bundestag (the German parliament) since 2017. Originally part of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, Joana is now an independent representative promoting Bitcoin and empowering individuals to take control of their financial and personal freedom. In this episode, Joana shares her unique journey - from growing up in communist Romania to entering German politics, resisting Covid measures and mandates and championing freedom through Bitcoin. We discuss her experiences navigating the Bundestag, where she founded the “Bitcoin in the Bundestag” initiative to educate fellow MPs about Bitcoin's potential to empower individuals and solve real-world challenges. While she unpacks the dangers of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), Joana explains how Bitcoin can counteract these risks and why its adoption represents a beacon of hope in the face of increasing state control. ► If you got value, please like, comment, share, follow and support my work. Thank you! -- SPONSORS -- ►► Get your TREZOR wallet & accessories, with a 5% discount, using my code at checkout (get my discount code from the episode - yep, you’ll have to watch it): https://affil.trezor.io/SHUn  -- SPECIAL OFFERS – ►► Enjoy the Little HODLer products, learn about sound money while having fun! use code EFRAT for 10% off on non-sale items: https://thelittlehodler.com/  ►► Get 10% off on all books, inc. “The Inverse of Clown World”, using the code EFRAT https://bitcoininfinitystore.com ►► Join me in any of these upcoming events:https://www.efrat.blog/p/upcoming-events  -- LINKS – Joana’s Twitter: https://x.com/JoanaCotar  Joana’s Website: https://joanacotar.de/  Joana’s Nostr npub: npub1td3zad8qcgvd7x9uht6sdnfdg5amjcy96d274rla70ldlcemy9gspgm693  Efrat's Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigson Efrat's Telegram: https://t.me/efenigson Watch/listen on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/yourethevoice Support Efrat's work: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/efenigson   ⁠Support Efrat with Bitcoin: https://geyser.fund/project/efenigson -- CHAPTERS -- 00:00 Coming Up… 00:54 Introduction to Joana and Her Political Journey 03:14 The Importance of Political Freedom 06:18 Left vs. Right in German Politics 09:48 The Role of Education and Parental Responsibility 12:20 Advocating for Bitcoin in the Bundestag 17:51 Dangers of CBDCs and Government Control 26:02 Why Should People Own Bitcoin? 31:45 Stablecoins vs. Bitcoin - The Future of Money 33:51 Bitcoin Awareness in Germany 36:03 The Need for Political Change and Responsibility 39:24 Pushing Back on Global Organizations and Their Agendas 41:50 The Power of the People and the Importance of Action 44:14 Final Thoughts: The Better Story of Freedom

My guest today is no other than Mattias Desmet, a Psychotherapist and a Professor of Clinical Psychology at Ghent University (Belgium). He has a Phd in psychology and a master degree in statistics, and he published over 100 peer reviewed academic papers. Desmet the author of the international bestseller “The Psychology of Totalitarianism”. Since the onset of the Covid in 2020 he became known as the world’s leading expert on the theory of “mass formation”. He is a renowned public speaker and is hosted on podcasts & shows, including on Tucker Carlson. This conversation peeks into the upcoming event of Desmet in Israel on Dec. 22nd 2024. We discuss the chaotic state of the world, and the importance of staying true to ethical principles amidst challenges. We explore the difficulties of open dialogue in a polarized society, the role of propaganda, and the essence of totalitarianism and technocracy. Desmet stresses the need for sincere speech as a means to connect with others and resist the tyranny of the ego, ultimately aiming to foster a more humane society. ►► Our event on Dec, 22nd, 2024, in Israel: ⁠https://www.eventer.co.il/desmet⁠  ► If you got value, please like, comment, share, subscribe and support my work. Thank you! -- SPONSORS -- ►► Get your TREZOR wallet & accessories, with a 5% discount, using my code at checkout (get my discount code from the episode - yep, you’ll have to watch it): https://affil.trezor.io/SHUn  -- LINKS – Mattias Desmet’s Twitter: https://x.com/DesmetMattias  Mattias Desmet Substack: https://words.mattiasdesmet.org/  Efrat's Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigson Efrat's Telegram: https://t.me/efenigson Watch/listen on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/yourethevoice Support Efrat's work: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/efenigson   ⁠ Support Efrat with Bitcoin: https://geyser.fund/project/efenigson -- CHAPTERS – 00:00 Excitement for Desmet's Upcoming Visit to Israel 03:08 Navigating Chaos: Staying True to Ethics, Values & Morals 08:29 Sincere Speech & Open Dialogue 10:57 Propaganda & the Structure of Society 13:40 Totalitarianism and the Need for Sincere Speech 16:08 Understanding Tyranny: Global, Bureaucratic, and Ego 18:42 The Role of Ego in Personal & Collective Crisis 21:18 Human Connection: The Antidote to Isolation & Division 25:46 Join Us On Dec. 22nd, 2024 -- SPECIAL OFFERS -- ►► Enjoy the⁠ ⁠Little HODLer products, learn about sound money while having fun! use code EFRAT for 10% off on non-sale items: ⁠https://thelittlehodler.com/⁠  ►► Get 10% off on all books, inc. “The Inverse of Clown World”, using the code EFRAT ⁠https://bitcoininfinitystore.com⁠ ►► Join me in any of these upcoming events:⁠https://www.efrat.blog/p/upcoming-events⁠ 

My guest today is Dennis Porter, the co-founder and chairman of the Satoshi Action Fund, a non-profit organization dedicated to educating policymakers about the benefits of Bitcoin and its potential to support broader public policy goals. In this episode, Dennis shares the progress the Satoshi Action Fund has made—from influencing the recent ban on CBDCs in Louisiana to advancing pro-Bitcoin legislation in over 20 U.S. states. We discuss the growing momentum for Bitcoin at the state level, including Pennsylvania’s passage of House Bill 2481, commonly referred to as the Bitcoin Rights Bill, which aims to protect the rights of residents regarding the self-custody of Bitcoin. We also talk about how Dennis and his team at the Satoshi Action Fund influence lawmakers, using techniques like “microdosing” the orange pill, as well as borrowing ideas from Ronald Reagan on how to get laws passed. Dennis offers a unique perspective on the political and regulatory landscape shaping Bitcoin’s future. Tune in for an insightful discussion on grassroots advocacy, state-level Bitcoin adoption, and its role in the future of the USA. ► If you got value, please like, comment, share and support my work. Thank you! -- SPONSORS -- ►► Get your TREZOR wallet & accessories, with a 5% discount, using my code at checkout (get my discount code from the episode - yep, you’ll have to watch it): https://affil.trezor.io/SHUn  -- SPECIAL OFFERS -- ►► Enjoy the Little HODLer products, learn about sound money while having fun! use code EFRAT for 10% off on non-sale items: https://thelittlehodler.com/  ►► Get 10% off on all books, inc. “The Inverse of Clown World”, using the code EFRAT https://bitcoininfinitystore.com ►► Join me in any of these upcoming events:https://www.efrat.blog/p/upcoming-events  -- LINKS – Dennis Porter’s Twitter: https://x.com/Dennis_Porter_  Satoshi Action Fund Twitter: https://x.com/SatoshiActFund Satoshi Action Educate Twitter: https://x.com/SatoshiEducate  Efrat's Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigson Efrat's Telegram: https://t.me/efenigson Watch/listen on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/yourethevoice Support Efrat's work: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/efenigson   ⁠ Support Efrat with Bitcoin: https://geyser.fund/project/efenigson -- CHAPTERS – 00:00 Coming Up… 00:50 Intro & Background 01:12 Satoshi Action’s Mission 02:22 Legislative Progress and State-Level Impact 06:16 Recent Developments in Pennsylvania 07:21 What Dennis Learned from Ronald Reagan About Policy  07:59 CBDCs in Pennsylvenia’s Bill 09:16 Collaboration with Senator Lummis 11:14 Public Sentiment and Awareness of Bitcoin 14:29 Lessons Learned from “Breaking News” Prematurely  16:47 Is Dennis on Nostr?  17:40 Conclusion 

My guest today is Samson Mow, a Bitcoin OG, entrepreneur, and the CEO of JAN3 - a company focused on accelerating Bitcoin adoption worldwide, predominantly via nation states. Samson has played a pivotal role in advising governments like El Salvador on integrating Bitcoin into their economies. In this episode, Samson shares his insights on the progress and impact of the Aqua wallet and its growing adoption in Latin America. We talk about the importance of engaging with politicians to push Bitcoin forward and the challenges of driving meaningful change at a national level. Samson talks about Tether’s role in emerging markets, the complexities of CBDCs and national stablecoins, and why they’ll most probably fail. We also dive into market trends, the dynamics behind adoption, and the next Bitcoin bull run. From wallets to nation-state adoption, Samson brings a unique perspective on the tools and strategies shaping Bitcoin’s global impact. Tune in for a conversation about innovation, adoption, and how Bitcoin is laying the foundation for global financial freedom. ► If you got value, please like, comment, share, and support my work. Thank you! -- SPONSORS -- ►► Get your TREZOR wallet & accessories, with a 5% discount, using my code at checkout (get my discount code from the episode - yep, you’ll have to watch it): https://affil.trezor.io/SHUn  -- SPECIAL OFFERS -- ►► Enjoy the Little HODLer products, learn about sound money while having fun! use code EFRAT for 10% off on non-sale items: https://thelittlehodler.com/  ►► Get 10% off on all books, inc. “The Inverse of Clown World”, using the code EFRAT https://bitcoininfinitystore.com ►► Join me in any of these upcoming events:https://www.efrat.blog/p/upcoming-events -- LINKS – Samson Mow’s Twitter: https://x.com/Excellion  JAN3 Website: https://jan3.com/  Efrat's Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigson Efrat's Telegram: https://t.me/efenigson Watch/listen on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/yourethevoice Support Efrat's work: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/efenigson   ⁠ Support Efrat with Bitcoin: https://geyser.fund/project/efenigson -- CHAPTERS – 00:00 Coming Up…  01:10 Welcome & Intro to Samson Mow  01:50 Aqua Wallet’s Growth in Latin America  06:06 Discussing Bitcoin with Politicians Around the World  10:42 Nation-State Bitcoin Adoption Progress: Germany, Thailand, Bhutan, USA  16:15 The Rise of CBDCs & National Stablecoins  17:45 Why CBDCs Won’t Work 18:48 Covid Response - Example For A Failed Complex System  24:00 National Stablecoins Will Fail & Tether Is Winning  28:38 The Next Bitcoin Bull Run - Omega Candle Is Coming!

My guest today is Lina Seiche, a writer, cartoonist, coffee (marketing) person, and the founder of Little HODLer - an educational character created to educate about sound money. Its online store has plushies, comic books & prints, and Lina is now working on Little HODLer school text books for young children in El Salvador, about financial literacy & bitcoin.  In this episode, Lina talks about her bold move from Germany to El Salvador and how she turned her e-commerce brand into a success story. We explore what’s happening in El Salvador right now, from its progress as a nation to the importance of teaching financial literacy to younger generations. Lina shares her thoughts on sovereignty, trusting principles of liberty and prosperity, governance and leadership. Despite global challenges, she talks about the hope and purpose she’s found in El Salvador and how President Bukele & El Salvador are setting an example for the world. We also touch on why bitcoin and self-custody are so important for financial freedom, why good coffee and good branding make a difference, and what do plushies have to do with all of that :)   Tune in for an inspiring conversation about personal responsibility, optimism, and the potential for real change. ► If you got value, please like, comment, share and support my work. Thank you! -- SPONSORS -- ►► Get your TREZOR wallet & accessories, with a 5% discount, using my code at checkout (get my discount code from the episode - yep, you’ll have to watch it): https://affil.trezor.io/SHUn  @Trezor  -- SPECIAL OFFERS -- ►► Enjoy the Little HODLer products, learn about sound money while having fun! use code EFRAT for 10% off on non-sale items ►► Get 10% off on all books, inc. “The Inverse of Clown World”, using the code EFRAT https://bitcoininfinitystore.com ►► Join me in any of these upcoming events:https://www.efrat.blog/p/upcoming-events  -- LINKS – Lina Seiche Twitter: https://x.com/LinaSeiche  The Little HODLer Website: https://thelittlehodler.com  Efrat's Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigson Efrat's Telegram: https://t.me/efenigson Watch/listen on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/yourethevoice Support Efrat's work: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/efenigson   ⁠ Support Efrat with Bitcoin: https://geyser.fund/project/efenigson

My guest today is Mike Peterson, the Director of “Bitcoin Beach”, a project creating a sustainable Bitcoin Economic ecosystem on the coast of El Salvador by bringing financial inclusion and opportunities to the most marginalized in the population. In this conversation, Mike shares his journey of moving to El Salvador and his efforts to integrate Bitcoin into the local community. He discusses the challenges faced, particularly during the early days, and how these circumstances accelerated Bitcoin adoption. Mike highlights the shift in savings consciousness among the locals and the growing acceptance of Bitcoin beyond the small community of El Zonte. He also addresses the impact of tourism and the viral effect of Bitcoin initiatives in other regions. We touch on the IMF's stance on El Salvador's Bitcoin adoption and end with an invitation for others to visit and experience the transformation of El Salvador. ► If you got value, please like, comment, share, follow/subscribe and support my work. Thank you! -- SPONSORS -- ►► Get your TREZOR wallet & accessories, with a 5% discount, using my code at checkout (get my discount code from the episode - yep, you’ll have to watch it): https://affil.trezor.io/SHUn  ►► Get 10% off on all books, inc. “The Inverse of Clown World”, using the code EFRAT https://bitcoininfinitystore.com ►► Join me in any of these upcoming events:https://www.efrat.blog/p/upcoming-events  -- LINKS – Bitcoin Beach Twitter: https://x.com/Bitcoinbeach Bitcoin Beach Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LiveFromBitcoinBeach Efrat's Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigson Efrat's Telegram: https://t.me/efenigson Watch/listen on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/yourethevoice Support Efrat's work: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/efenigson  ⁠ Support Efrat with Bitcoin: https://geyser.fund/project/efenigson

My guests today are Knut Svanholm & Luke De Wolf.  Knut is the author of many classic Bitcoin books including the famous “Bitcoin: Everything Divided by 21 Million”. Luke is the co-author with Knut of Bitcoin: The Inverse of Clown World (see link to purchase below), and together they co-hosts the “Bitcoin Infinity Show” and publish various books. In this episode, we discuss Knut & Luke’s journeys into Bitcoin and the concept of 'Clown World.' We explore the implications of government actions, the allure of free lunches, and the importance of personal responsibility in navigating today's economic landscape. The conversation emphasizes Bitcoin as a solution for individuals seeking to opt out of the current system and build trustworthy communities. Knut and Luke discuss the transformative potential of Bitcoin, its role in fostering trust and facilitating trade without intermediaries. We discuss the notion of legal tender, Bitcoin ownership, the future of corporations in a Bitcoin economy, and the responsibilities individuals must embrace as they navigate this new financial landscape. We end with the transient nature of stablecoins and CBDCs, and Bitcoin's potential to redistribute wealth and empower individuals. ► If you got value, please like, comment, share, follo bstsubscribe and support my work. Thank you! -- SPONSORS -- ►► Get your TREZOR wallet & accessories, with a 5% discount, using my code at checkout (get my discount code from the episode - yep, you’ll have to watch it): https://affil.trezor.io/SHUn   ►► Get 10% off on all books, inc. “The Inverse of Clown World”, using the code EFRAT https://bitcoininfinitystore.com ►► Join me in any of these upcoming events:https://www.efrat.blog/p/upcoming-events  -- LINKS -- Knut’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/knutsvanholm Knut’s Nostr: https://primal.net/knut Luke’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/lukedewolf Luke’s Nostr: https://primal.net/luke Efrat's Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigson Efrat's Telegram: https://t.me/efenigson Watch/listen on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/yourethevoice Support Efrat's work: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/efenigson⁠ Support Efrat with Bitcoin: https://geyser.fund/project/efenigson -- CHAPTERS -- 00:00 Coming Up... 01:23 Intro to Knut, Luke & "Clown World" The Book 05:07 Knut's Story 17:58 Luke's Story 26:34 Understanding Clown World and Its Implications 38:56 Solutions to Clown World: Personal Responsibility and Bitcoin 47:05 Meaning of Opting Out 51:49 Scale & Trust in Bitcoin 56:43 Legal Tender vs. Voluntarism 59:47 The Role of Bitcoin in Society 01:00:58 Bitcoin as Legal Tender, Impact of Time Theft & Taxation 01:05:58 The Pendulum of Adoption 01:09:00 Ownership vs. Possession of Bitcoin 01:11:19 Corporations & Bitcoin 01:17:24 Transitioning to a Bitcoin Standard 01:29:20 Stablecoins and CBDCs: A Transitory Phase 01:33:00 Closing Messages

I caught Eric Stacks for a mini-chat about the changes & future of monetary systems, CBDC, Bitcoin & spirituality. -- SPONSORS -- ►► Get your TREZOR wallet & accessories, with a 5% discount, using my code at checkout (get my discount code from the latest "you're the voice" episode - yep, you’ll have to watch it): https://affil.trezor.io/SHUn ►► Join me in any of these upcoming events:https://www.efrat.blog/p/upcoming-events -- LINKS -- Eric's Twitter: https://x.com/EricVStacks Efrat's Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigsonEfrat's Telegram: https://t.me/efenigsonWatch/listen on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/yourethevoiceSupport Efrat's work: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/efenigson⁠Support Efrat with Bitcoin: https://geyser.fund/project/efenigson

My guest today is Michelle Weekley, a courageous woman, free speech advocate and global corruption whistleblower. Michelle is the Director of Product Development at Byte Federal, one of the first bitcoin ATM companies. Previously she spent 10+ years working with tech startups in the “startup mafia” and two years in Dubai and China working in Foreign Direct Investment.  In this episode we explore whether Data is the new oil, and how deep does global and government corruption go. We visit the intersection of politics and Bitcoin and the challenges of Bitcoin regulation. Michelle explains what’s foreign direct investment & shares her experience from working and living overseas. We discuss the impact of Covid on societal awareness, and the role of Bitcoin as a potential path to reclaiming freedom.  ► If you got value, please like, comment, share, subscribe and support my work. Thank you! -- SPONSORS -- ►► Get your TREZOR wallet & accessories, with a 5% discount, using my code at checkout (get my discount code from the episode - yep, you’ll have to watch it): https://affil.trezor.io/SHUn   ►► Join me in any of these upcoming events:https://www.efrat.blog/p/upcoming-events  Nov. 2024 - Adopting Bitcoin, El Salvador (code EFRAT for 10% off) May 2025 - Bitcoin Vegas (prev. Nashville) (code EFRAT for 10% off) June 2025 - BTC Prague (code EFRAT for 10% off) -- LINKS -- Michelle’s Twitter: https://x.com/michelleweekley  Efrat's Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigson Efrat's Telegram: https://t.me/efenigson Watch/listen on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/yourethevoice Support Efrat's work: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/efenigson⁠ Support Efrat with Bitcoin: https://geyser.fund/project/efenigson -- CHAPTERS -- 00:00 Coming Up... 02:30 Intro & Background 03:15 Background in Foreign Direct Investment and Corruption 04:13 Data Commodification and Manipulation 07:31 Self Custody with Trezor (Ad) 08:03 Michelle At The Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) 16:27 China's Ghost Cities, Smart Cities & 15-minute Cities 23:14 Michelle's Journey Into Bitcoin 25:40 Covid As a Wake Up Call 27:55 Challenging Beliefs and Defining Freedom 32:17 Working At Byte Federal & Bitcoin Regulatory Challenges 36:35 Bitcoin & Politics 44:00 Defending Non-KYC Bitcoin & Preserving Privacy 49:09 Promoting Freedom & In-Person Communities

My guest today is Carla, the Creator-in-Chief in a duo called thecryptoc0up1e, with her husband Walker.  With degrees in journalism and business, Carla is a content creator, educator, and a young mum. Had someone educated her sooner, she would have spent less money on degrees, and more on Bitcoin. In this episode Carla’s journey and talent comes to life. We talk about her upbringing in Romania and immigration process to the US, her work and the challenges she faced while building her brand. We touch on the importance of optimism, handling criticism, and the potential of decentralized platforms like Nostr. Carla emphasizes the need for creators to “just start” and be authentic in their work, while balancing between family life and professional aspirations. ► If you got value, please like, comment, share, follow and support my work. Thank you! -- SPONSORS -- ►► Get your TREZOR wallet & accessories, with a 5% discount, using my code at checkout (get my discount code from the episode - yep, you’ll have to watch it): https://affil.trezor.io/SHUn   ►► Join me in any of these upcoming events:https://www.efrat.blog/p/upcoming-events  Nov. 2024 - Liberty in our lifetime, Prague (code Efrat76423 for 10% off) Nov. 2024 - Adopting Bitcoin, El Salvador (code EFRAT for 10% off) May 2025 - Bitcoin Vegas (prev. Nashville) (code EFRAT for 10% off) June 2025 - BTC Prague (code EFRAT for 10% off) ►► Learn more about the Nostr Booth: https://www.nostrbooth.com/  -- LINKS -- Carla’s Twitter: https://x.com/carlabitcoin  Carla’s Nostr: https://primal.net/carla  The Crypto Couple: https://www.youtube.com/@thecryptoc0up1e⁠ Efrat's Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigson Efrat's Telegram: https://t.me/efenigson Watch/listen on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/yourethevoice Support Efrat's work: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/efenigson⁠ Support Efrat with Bitcoin: https://geyser.fund/project/efenigson -- CHAPTERS -- 00:00 Coming Up 01:50 Intro to Carla 06:47 The Crypto Couple 09:32 Ad Break: Self-Custody with Trezor 10:04 What's Carla's Method? 11:33 Growing Up in a Post-Communist Country 15:27 Carla's Take On Today's Reality 16:01 The Power of Optimism in Making a Difference 21:02 Harnessing Skills & Experiences 23:54 Love Hate Relationship with Content Creation 25:47 Handling Criticism, Showing Up, Consistency 28:30 Song Break: Bitcoin is Defiance 30:52 Nostr 101 inc. Monetization for Content Creators 34:48 Personal Responsibility in Bitcoin 37:05 Get To Know Carla Better 43:17 Motherhood & A Message Of Hope 47:38 Final Song: Bitcoin Waits For You 49:42 The Nostr Booth Initiative

My guests today are Mike (Muzz) Jarmuz, CEO of Thunder Funder and founder of Lightning Ventures, and Nico Moran, founder and host of Simply Bitcoin - a Bitcoin media company. We met at the end of the Bitcoin Amsterdam conference and discussed: • Muzz and Nico’s experiences in the Bitcoin community • Challenges of content creation under censorship vs. Nostr  • Bitcoin evolution: a revolutionary tool for financial sovereignty vs. institutional adoption   • IMF’s recent statement to El Salvador  • The future of Bitcoin startups and investments • The next Bitcoin bull run • A call to action to take control of your financial futures through self-custody of Bitcoin ► If you got value, please like, comment, share, subscribe and support my work. Thank you! -- SPONSORS -- ►► Get your TREZOR wallet & accessories, with a 5% discount, using my code at checkout (get my discount code from the episode - yep, you’ll have to watch it): https://affil.trezor.io/SHUn  ►► Join me in any of these upcoming events:https://www.efrat.blog/p/upcoming-events  Oct. 2024 - Bitcoin Amsterdam (code EFRAT for 10% off) Oct. 2024 - Plan B Forum, Lugano (code EFRAT for 10% off) Nov. 2024 - Liberty in our lifetime, Prague (code Efrat76423 for 10% off) Nov. 2024 - Adopting Bitcoin, El Salvador (code EFRAT for 10% off) May 2025 - Bitcoin Vegas (prev. Nashville) (code EFRAT for 10% off) June 2025 - BTC Prague (code EFRAT for 10% off) ►► Donate to the Nostr Booth: ⁠https://geyser.fund/project/thenostrboothinitiative⁠  Learn more: ⁠https://www.nostrbooth.com/⁠  -- LINKS -- Thunder Funder: https://thunderfunder.com/  Simply Bitcoin: https://www.youtube.com/c/simplybitcoin  Muzz Twitter: https://x.com/MikeJarmuz  Muzz Nostr: npub1q3kyx6e22fg9npnmgrypu35mdkpsq9zzl3jnzty85l88404sytlstdg0vl Nico’s Twitter: https://x.com/BITVOLT  Nico’s Nostr: npub1gu47n7fxfm4py48jktmu6tdqcvva4e87fntynuzzf62zxnw2e7tsc6907g  Efrat's Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigson Efrat's Telegram: https://t.me/efenigson Watch/listen on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/yourethevoice Support Efrat's work: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/efenigson⁠ Support Efrat with Bitcoin: https://geyser.fund/project/efenigson -- CHAPTERS -- 00:00 Coming up... 01:26 Intro to Muzz & Nico 02:20 What Did You Like at Bitcoin Amsterdam? 04:32 Exploring Bitcoin Innovations and Layer 2 Technologies 07:11 Nico's Journey into Bitcoin Media 12:25 Muzz's ThunderFunder: Democratizing Bitcoin Investments 18:47 Simply Bitcoin Banned From YouTube 24:25 The Impact of Online Censorship  29:36 The Evolution of Bitcoin: From Cypherpunk to Institutional Adoption 33:01 Bitcoin as Investment vs. Revolution: A Dual Perspective 36:50 The IMF's Fear of Bitcoin: A Case Study in El Salvador 43:40 Challenges in Bitcoin Startup Funding 45:44 Bitcoin's Cycle & Bull Run 48:03 What's Missing in the Bitcoin Media Landscape?  52:22 Messages of Hope from Nico & Muzz 55:51 The Nostr Booth Initiative