Military veteran and co-CEO of Sovereig.io, Joe McGee, discusses how his military background shaped his perspective on Bitcoin, and inspired him to help save the purchasing power of small to mid-sized businesses and athletes through Bitcoin education.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Joe McGee

06:09 Joe's Journey to Bitcoin

11:00 Bitcoin's Role in Global Economics

13:05 Awakening to Financial Realities

24:14 Military Perspectives on Bitcoin

27:14 Nation-State Adoption of Bitcoin

30:25 The Role of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises

40:15 Athletes and Financial Management

48:37 Sovreign & Bitcoin Education

Joe McGee, CEO of Sovreign: Most athletes have a very small window of time where they can earn money. You can use Bitcoin to preserve your wealth.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

03:20 - 21 Questions

#bitcoin #askabitcoiner21questions #podcast

In this conversation, Ed Giron discusses the impact of government policies, and his personal journey into Bitcoin, emphasizing the importance of understanding the economic landscape and the need for a Bitcoin business standard. 

*This discussion does not constitute financial advice.*

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Chapters:

00:00 Intro

01:31 Government Policies and Public Response

06:30 The Journey to Bitcoin

11:36 Understanding the Bitcoin Business Standard

19:36 Navigating Risks in Cryptocurrency

25:30 The Case of the Hawk token

34:01 Understanding Bitcoin's Unique Nature

36:43 The Resilience of the Bitcoin Community

38:06 The Pragmatic Approach of Bitcoiners

40:25 The Gambling Culture and Financial Education

44:33 Regulation and the Traditional Financial System

50:48 Navigating Regulation in the Bitcoin Space

53:52 The Impact of Government on Bitcoin

58:15 The Future of Bitcoin and Government Control

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Adam O'Brien, founder and CEO of Bitcoin Well, led the way in taking the first non-custodial Bitcoin company public in Canada in 2021. Bitcoin Well is also the first publicly-traded Canadian company to offer convertible debentures. 

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Personal Background

03:49 Current Bitcoin Market Overview

06:42 Adam O'Brien's Journey into Bitcoin

12:56 The Impact of Being Debanked

18:37 Shifts in Institutional Attitudes Towards Bitcoin

24:50 Political Landscape and Bitcoin in Canada

27:26 Cementing Property Rights and Gun Laws in Canada

31:08 Cultural Perspectives on Gun Ownership

38:50 The Emotional Experience of Gun Ownership

39:53 Bitcoin on the Balance Sheet: A Strategic Move

51:36 Personal Growth and Challenging Authority

54:53 The Future of Authority in Bitcoin

58:55 Echo Chambers and Influence in the Bitcoin Community

1:03:47 Toxicity vs Kindness in Bitcoin Advocacy

1:07:54 Staying Humble and Pursuing Growth

1:11:53 Call to Action and Closing Remarks

The wheels are in motion for bitcoin to become a reserve asset in the US and Switzerland, but for different reasons. One country has a bottom-up approach, while the other has a top-down approach.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Bitcoin as a Reserve Asset

03:47 Democratic Systems: Switzerland vs. the US

10:24 Operationalizing Bitcoin Legislation in the US

13:50 The Swiss Process for Adding Bitcoin to the Constitution

21:44 Potential Outcomes of Bitcoin Legislation

25:55 Influence of US Bitcoin Policy on Switzerland

30:02 Tax Implications and Bitcoin Ownership

37:41 Future of Bitcoin: Global Reactions and Hyperbitcoinization

41:07 The Value of Bitcoin and Its Paradoxes

50:03 Central Bank Digital Currencies and Their Implications

57:38 Trump, Bitcoin, and Economic Strategies

01:03:00 The Future of the US Dollar and Global Trade Dynamics

01:22:24 The Impact of Incarceration and Labor on Black Americans

01:24:33 Access to Financial Opportunities and Bitcoin

01:27:27 The Role of Bitcoin in Reducing Incarceration Rates

01:28:40 Exploring Global Opportunities for Black Americans

01:30:66 The Global Perspective on Race and Opportunity

01:33:25 Cultural Differences in Identity and Acceptance

01:35:08 Bitcoin as a Tool for Financial Freedom

01:43:37 The Universal Value of Bitcoin

01:48:55 Concluding Thoughts and Future Directions

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Jimmy, founder of Swiss Bitcoin Pay, answers 21 Questions, including:

✅ How to easily accept bitcoin payments

✅ Live demo of the Swiss Bitcoin Pay app

✅ Merchant fees vs. Credit Cards

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

03:35 - As an entrepreneur, how do you manage everything?

04:27 - How do merchants hear about Swiss Bitcoin Pay?

04:47 - What is the lightning network?

05:06 - What has you feeling bullish?

05:24 - How much value has the Swiss franc lost against bitcoin?

05:40 - What's your Bitcoin origin story?

06:02 - Does merchant adoption lead to further supply chain adoption?

06:38 - How could Switzerland react if the Bitcoin Act is passed in the United States?

07:00 - What can merchants do to protect themselves against phishing attacks?

07:47 - What's a quick acid test to see if a merchant should accept bitcoin?

08:09 - How long does it take for a merchant to get used to accepting bitcoin?

08:50 - How do merchants handle tax declaration requirements when they agree to accept bitcoin payments?

09:32 - Live demo

10:45 - Path forward: How can Europe catch up to regions that are more Bitcoin-friendly?

11:44 - Swiss Bitcoin Pay helps merchants in various industries: Food, art, sport, housing, beauty, tourism. Do they come for the savings in fees or is there a high Bitcoin conviction? 

12:31 - Working capital management

13:14 - Do merchants need to worry about employees stealing bitcoin, if Swiss Bitcoin Pay is set up on their phones?

13:32 - Big B, small b, what's the difference?

14:40 - How long before major retailers in Suisse Romande start accepting bitcoin payments or maybe even Sats back on purchases?

15:16 - What’s the fee comparison vs. credit cards, for example?

15:56 - Tales from a Shitcoin Casino: In your opinion, what defines a shitcoin?

18:52 - Demo, take 2

Queen Marcel is the founder of Bitcoin Dada, a non-profit that provides African women with financial education and training and the means to build generational wealth. Recorded Wednesday, November 6, 2024. Starting at block height 869,111.

We discuss:

✅ Female empowerment through the use of Bitcoin as a tool

✅ How Bitcoin is helping African women

✅ Leadership, mentorship, & more!

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

04:58 - What's the biggest misconception new students have about Bitcoin?

05:31 - What would we be surprised to know about you?

05:33 - When you started Bitcoin Dada, did you think it would become what it is today?

06:21 - What makes Kenya such a special place when it comes to mobile tech innovation?

06:56 - The year is 2030. The fiat price of Bitcoin is $500K. How has your life changed?

07:52 - Can the Bitcoin Dada model work outside of Africa?

08:31 - This year new market participants have entered the Bitcoin space. Could this lead to a fork down the line?

09:40 - How does it make you feel to see your graduates thriving and succeeding?

10:28 - What is Bitcoin Dada?

11:03 - Why has it taken Tradfi so long to understand Bitcoin?

11:51 - What's your Bitcoin Origin Story?

12:52 - Why is mentorship so important?

14:07 - Why does Kenya need Bitcoin?

17:32 - What is your expansion strategy?

19:04 - Which innovations excite you at the intersection of Bitcoin and AI?

20:27 - How has your journey in Bitcoin influenced your leadership style and how it impacts others, especially women?

22:15 - As an introvert, how do you manage given you deal with so many people?

23:58 - What's your favourite music?

25:26 - When did you realize "Bitcoin-only"?

39:02 - How many cohorts have graduated?

41:59 - Why is Bitcoin so important to African women?

Gilles Cadignan answers 21 Questions on live stream. Recorded Wednesday, November 6, 2024. Starting at block height 869,111.

We discuss:

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✅ The art of sh*tposting

✅ Bitcoin development in France and Europe, and More!

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

04:23 - Why do you call Bitcoin "The Timechain"?

05:39 - Would Charles De Gaulle be a Bitcoiner if he were alive today?

06:54 - How does Bull Bitcoin differ from Binance or Coinbase?

08:20 - What are concrete applications of MiCA

09:34 - Is Lightning broken?

11:48 - What are some good Bitcoin strategies for small businesses?

14:17 - What is Ethereum?

15:47 - How did you discover Bitcoin?

16:55 - Lightning as a settlement layer

23:27 - Will Cardano flip Bitcoin?

24:04 - How many languages do you speak?

25:45 - How are bitcoin savings treated in France?

26:51 - When will Bull Bitcoin be available in France?

28:22 - Is Bull Bitcoin available in other European countries?

29:35 - Where can people spend bitcoin in France?

33:34 - What's it like working with Francis?

35:46 - Surprise question: how do you see things progressing in the next 10 years?

41:31 - The art of sh*tposting: Give 3 tips on creating a good one

44:31 - How does Europe begin to innovate as opposed to regulate?

48:35 - In France, how are bitcoin transactions treated from a tax perspective?

49:49 - How do you see Bitcoin developing in France?