The Becoming Sovereign Podcast

Bitcoin isn’t just a hedge—it’s becoming the foundation of an entirely new financial system. In this episode, Brandon Karpeles is joined by Eric Yakes, author of The 7th Property and founder of Epoch Ventures, to explore the deep structural changes happening in finance thanks to Bitcoin.

They discuss:

• Why E-Cash could overhaul the global banking system
• How Bitcoin is creating a new credit cycle for corporations
• What Eric sees as the long-term future for Bitcoin as money, not just digital gold
• How companies can protect against inflation, dilution, and poor capital efficiency
• The rise of Bitcoin-backed credit markets and the risks of leverage-driven hype

This conversation is packed with expert-level insight for any founder, CFO, or investor thinking about Bitcoin as a balance sheet strategy—and how to build on it.

• Follow Eric on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/ericyakes
• Epoch Ventures: https://epochvc.io
• Read the report: https://epochvc.io/pdf/Epoch-Bitcoin-Ecosystem-Report-2024.pdf
• Denver Citadel: https://denver.space

⚡️ Bitcoin Well is the leading platform for buying and selling Bitcoin in Canada and the US. With Bitcoin Well Infinite, you can now make large purchases of over $50,000 through their OTC desk. Their white-glove service provides fast transactions with no slippage and the lowest fees in the market. Simply visit bitcoinwell.com/sovreign to get started today.

Want free Bitcoin Resources? Go here: Sovreign.io/resources

Interested in a free 30-minute consultation to discuss Bitcoin in your business? Go here: Sovreign.io/contact

Connect with Brandon:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-karpeles-b122b45/
• Nostr: @plebiAnon

In this episode, Brandon Karpeles sits down with Jason Wrich, a regenerative farmer and cattle rancher who has integrated Bitcoin into his business model. Jason shares how he first discovered Bitcoin in 2017 and why he decided to accept Bitcoin payments for his beef. He discusses the financial freedom and business flexibility Bitcoin provides, from funding essential equipment purchases to protecting against inflation.

Jason also delves into his work with the Beef Initiative, advocating for locally sourced, nutrient-dense beef and promoting self-sovereignty through Bitcoin. He shares his experiences with peer-to-peer Bitcoin transactions, the benefits of regenerative agriculture, and the ethos of self-accountability that Bitcoin has instilled in him and his business.

• Connect with Jason on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JasonWrich

• Wrich Ranches: https://wrichranches.com

⚡️ Bitcoin Well is the leading platform for buying and selling Bitcoin in Canada and the US. With Bitcoin Well Infinite, you can now make large purchases of over $50,000 through their OTC desk. Their white-glove service provides fast transactions with no slippage and the lowest fees in the market. Simply visit bitcoinwell.com/sovreign to get started today.

Want free Bitcoin Resources? Go here: Sovreign.io/resources

Interested in a free 30-minute consultation to discuss Bitcoin in your business? Go here: Sovreign.io/contact

Connect with Brandon:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-karpeles-b122b45/
• Nostr: @plebiAnon

In this episode, Brandon Karpeles talks with Ben Justman, the winemaker and owner of Peony Lane, a low-intervention winery in Western Colorado that has taken a bold step in embracing Bitcoin. Ben shares his journey from struggling geologist to winemaker and how Bitcoin became a crucial part of his business strategy.

They discuss the challenges of running a winery in a volatile climate, why Ben decided to focus solely on selling to Bitcoiners, and how he’s built a loyal customer base without traditional marketing or advertising. Ben also dives into the philosophy behind low-intervention wines, the growing demand for Bitcoin as a method of payment, and why he believes Bitcoin is the ultimate tool for business owners seeking financial sovereignty.

• Connect with Ben on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BenJustman
• Peony Lane: https://peonylanewine.com

⚡️ Bitcoin Well is the leading platform for buying and selling Bitcoin in Canada and the US. With Bitcoin Well Infinite, you can now make large purchases of over $50,000 through their OTC desk. Their white-glove service provides fast transactions with no slippage and the lowest fees in the market. Simply visit bitcoinwell.com/sovreign to get started today.

Want free Bitcoin Resources? Go here: Sovreign.io/resources

Interested in a free 30-minute consultation to discuss Bitcoin in your business? Go here: Sovreign.io/contact

Connect with Brandon:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-karpeles-b122b45/
• Nostr: @plebiAnon

Bitcoin isn’t just for Wall Street—it’s for the classroom, the family, and the future of business. In this episode, Jeff Newman is joined by Donovan Gibson, a fellow Sovreign consultant, father, former college soccer coach, and one of the few people who’s actually taught Bitcoin inside a university.

We dig into:

• How Donovan orange-pilled his students—and his own kids
• Why Austrian economics is largely ignored by higher ed (and what that reveals)
• What Bitcoiners know that most professors and financial advisors don’t
• The low-time-preference mindset and why it matters for students and savers
• How businesses can gain an unfair advantage in the next 5 years
• What parents, professors, and entrepreneurs need to know before it’s too late

This conversation goes beyond Bitcoin as an asset—it’s about Bitcoin as a worldview. Whether you’re raising kids, running a company, or rethinking your own financial path, this episode will challenge what you think you know about money, education, and long-term value.

Connect with Donovan on X: https://x.com/BitGibby99

Connect with Donovan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donovan-gibson-9593042b/

⚡️ Bitcoin Well is the leading platform for buying and selling Bitcoin in Canada and the US. With Bitcoin Well Infinite, you can now make large purchases of over $50,000 through their OTC desk. Their white-glove service provides fast transactions with no slippage and the lowest fees in the market. Simply visit bitcoinwell.com/sovreign to get started today.

Want free Bitcoin Resources? Go here: Sovreign.io/resources

Interested in a free 30-minute consultation to discuss Bitcoin in your business? Go here: Sovreign.io/contact

Connect with Jeff:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreyjnewman/

X: https://x.com/BTCYN

Bitcoin isn’t just sound money—it’s becoming the foundation of smart business strategy. In this episode, I’m joined by Isaiah Douglass, Director at Swan Bitcoin, where he helps businesses and individuals navigate Bitcoin adoption through education, allocation, and strategic planning.

We dive deep into:

• Why holding cash is a losing game for businesses
• How Bitcoin gives small businesses a long-term edge
• Strategic treasury management and the value of patient capital

Isaiah shares real-world examples from veterinary clinics to wine shops, and breaks down how Bitcoin isn’t just a hedge—it’s a working capital multiplier. Whether you're a founder, operator, or financial professional, this episode will reframe how you think about risk, growth, and value in the Bitcoin age.

Connect with Isaiah on X: https://x.com/IDFinancial

Swan Bitcoin: https://www.swan.com

⚡️ Bitcoin Well is the leading platform for buying and selling Bitcoin in Canada and the US. With Bitcoin Well Infinite, you can now make large purchases of over $50,000 through their OTC desk. Their white-glove service provides fast transactions with no slippage and the lowest fees in the market. Simply visit bitcoinwell.com/sovreign to get started today.

Want free Bitcoin Resources? Go here: Sovreign.io/resources

Interested in a free 30-minute consultation to discuss Bitcoin in your business? Go here: Sovreign.io/contact

Connect with Daniel

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-frank-177b94253

X: https://x.com/Daniel_Frank1

Bitcoin is more than a financial tool—it’s a lens through which we can rethink value, time, and the very structure of society. In this episode, I’m joined by Bram Kanstein, creator of Bitcoin for Millennials and long-time entrepreneur, to talk about the growing convergence between Bitcoin, AI, and the future of work.

We dig into:

• Why Bitcoin offers businesses a strategic edge in a world of monetary debasement
• How AI is accelerating deflation—and why only Bitcoin can properly measure its value
• What a Bitcoin standard could mean for entrepreneurship, creativity, and human purpose
• The end of mediocrity: why businesses must evolve or die in the new AI+Bitcoin economy
• How sound money unlocks the time and space needed for real innovation

This is one of the most forward-looking conversations we’ve had—Bram blends economic insight with a clear understanding of tech’s trajectory, making this essential listening for anyone building in this new paradigm.

Follow Bram on X: https://x.com/bramk

Check out Bitcoin for Millennials: https://www.bitcoinformillennials.com/

⚡️ Bitcoin Well is the leading platform for buying and selling Bitcoin in Canada and the US. With Bitcoin Well Infinite, you can now make large purchases of over $50,000 through their OTC desk. Their white-glove service provides fast transactions with no slippage and the lowest fees in the market. Simply visit bitcoinwell.com/sovreign to get started today.

Want free Bitcoin Resources? Go here: Sovreign.io/resources

Interested in a free 30-minute consultation to discuss Bitcoin in your business? Go here: Sovreign.io/contact

Connect with Daniel

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-frank-177b94253/

X: https://x.com/Daniel_Frank1

Bitcoin is no longer just a personal hedge—it’s fast becoming a strategic business asset. In this episode, I’m joined by Mitch Moore, founder of Strong Wealth, a financial planning firm dedicated to helping Bitcoiners protect and grow their wealth.

We dig into:

• Why "just HODLing" is not a complete financial plan
• The blind spots most Bitcoiners have around estate planning
• How to build an inheritance strategy that actually works
• Why Bitcoin changes everything from taxes to retirement
• How to think about custody, security, and volatility with a long-term lens

Mitch brings a clear, no-nonsense framework for navigating Bitcoin wealth. Whether you're fully allocated or just getting started, this is a must-listen for anyone thinking seriously about their future.

• Connect with Mitch on X (Twitter): ⁠https://twitter.com/MitchDMoore⁠
• Strong Wealth: ⁠https://www.strongwealth.net⁠

⚡️ Bitcoin Well is the leading platform for buying and selling Bitcoin in Canada and the US. With Bitcoin Well Infinite, you can now make large purchases of over $50,000 through their OTC desk. Their white-glove service provides fast transactions with no slippage and the lowest fees in the market. Simply visit ⁠bitcoinwell.com/sovreign⁠ to get started today.

Want free Bitcoin Resources? Go here: ⁠Sovreign.io/resources⁠

Interested in a free 30-minute consultation to discuss Bitcoin in your business? Go here: ⁠Sovreign.io/contact⁠

Connect with Daniel

LinkedIn: ⁠www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-frank-177b94253⁠X: ⁠https://x.com/Daniel_Frank1⁠

Bitcoin is no longer just a personal hedge—it’s fast becoming a strategic business asset. In this episode, I’m joined by Joe Consorti, Head of Growth at Theya, a self-custody Bitcoin platform and the first Bitcoin-only company backed by Y Combinator.

We dig into:

• Why Bitcoin is uniquely positioned as a business treasury asset
• The technical and ethical reasons to stay Bitcoin-only
• How Theya is solving the self-custody problem for individuals and enterprises
• The future of business-grade Bitcoin tools—starting with Theya for Businesses
• Why ignoring Bitcoin is no longer just risky—it’s reckless

Joe’s insights are timely and cut through the noise to give food for thought for every founder, CFO, and operator.

Links:

• Joe on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/JoeConsorti
• Theya: https://theya.us

⚡️ Bitcoin Well is the leading platform for buying and selling Bitcoin in Canada and the US. With Bitcoin Well Infinite, you can now make large purchases of over $50,000 through their OTC desk. Their white-glove service provides fast transactions with no slippage and the lowest fees in the market. Simply visit bitcoinwell.com/sovreign to get started today.

Want free Bitcoin Resources? Go here: Sovreign.io/resources

Interested in a free 30-minute consultation to discuss Bitcoin in your business? Go here: Sovreign.io/contact

Connect with Daniel on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-frank-177b94253Connect with Daniel on X: https://x.com/Daniel_Frank1

Insurance is one of the most overlooked but critical components of running a business—and Garrett Johnston knows it inside and out. With over 25 years in commercial insurance and deep conviction in Bitcoin, Garrett bridges two worlds: traditional finance and the emerging digital asset economy.

In this episode, we break down:

• How insurance actually works behind the scenes

• Why insurance is a hidden enabler of business growth

• The real risks Bitcoin businesses face—and how to manage them

• How Bitcoin can reshape insurance capital pools

• Why treasury departments and insurers are starting to wake up to Bitcoin

Garrett also shares why he chose to stay inside a legacy institution to push Bitcoin adoption forward from within—and what founders often get wrong about business risk.

Whether you’re running a startup, investing in Bitcoin, or just curious about how to make your business more resilient, this episode is a must-listen.

⚡️ Bitcoin Well is the leading platform for buying and selling Bitcoin in Canada and the US. With Bitcoin Well Infinite, you can now make large purchases of over $50,000 through their OTC desk. Their white-glove service provides fast transactions with no slippage and the lowest fees in the market. Simply visit bitcoinwell.com/sovreign to get started today.

Links mentioned:

• Garrett on Twitter: https://twitter.com/garrettoj

• Garrett on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garrettojohnston

• Sovreign: https://www.sovreign.io

In this episode of The Bitcoin Business Podcast, Daniel sits down with Jeff Newman, Sovreign’s new Business Development Officer, to talk about why Bitcoin is no longer a fringe idea—it’s now a business imperative.Jeff shares his journey from the world of SaaS and enterprise consulting into full-time Bitcoin advocacy. They cover why Bitcoin is the most compelling capital preservation tool available today, what businesses get wrong when evaluating it, and how Sovreign helps organizations avoid the noise, avoid the scams, and build actual Bitcoin strategies.⚡️ Bitcoin Well is the leading platform for buying and selling Bitcoin in Canada and the US. With Bitcoin Well Infinite, you can now make large purchases of over $50,000 through their OTC desk. Their white-glove service provides fast transactions with no slippage and the lowest fees in the market. Simply visit bitcoinwell.com/sovreign to get started today.In this episode you’ll learn:- Why Jeff left a successful fiat career to go full-time Bitcoin- The problem with traditional consultancies trying to “learn Bitcoin”- How Bitcoin isn’t just a store of value, but a shift in thinking- Why business leaders need to get off zero—and fast- How Sovreign provides trusted guidance without trying to sell you a wallet or an exchange- Why real estate, gold, and bonds are losing value in Bitcoin termsPlus: The value of a Bitcoin-first professional services firm, the case against diversifying into crypto, and how to get started without wasting years on trial and error.Want free Bitcoin Resources? Go here: Sovreign.io/resourcesConnect with Jeff on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreyjnewman/Interested in a free 30-minute consultation to discuss Bitcoin in your business? Go here: Sovreign.io/contactConnect with Daniel on LinkedIn: Connect with Daniel on X: https://x.com/Daniel_Frank1