Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast

BCB052_Businesses Running on BTC w/ Ali (Tahinis) & Kevin (All Our Parking Lots)

Entrepreneurs Ali from Tahinis Restaurants & Kevin from All Out Parking Lots join Josh & Dan for a discussion about Bitcoin as an empowerment tool for small & medium sized businesses. 
We Cover:
Proper Bitcoin etiquette
Absolute scarcity vs scarcity
Why Bitcoin is a clown sifter
How Costco bought all the chicken 
BTC the network vs BTC the asset 
Merchant & customer usage of the lightning network
Bitcoin custody for businesses
The implications of the incredible hulk on cocaine & biker crank
SHOW SPONSORS:
**COINKITE** - Makers or the best Bitcoin security hardware in the world. Use PROMO CODE "BCB" for 5% off ColdCard Mk3 purchases at coinkite.com. Coinkite is the producer of the iconic ColdCard.  ColdCard is widely regarded as the MOST secure signing device in existence, and can be used by beginners all the way up to the most advanced users (The 2 of us have relied on this device for years.) If you wanna get frisky, check out the BlockClock Mini, this beauty sits on a bookshelf or hangs on the wall and displays any metric about Bitcoin you can think of.  BlockClock Mini is a lust worthy addition to any Bitcoiners home. Other Coinkite products include the OPENDIME, the SATSCARD, the TAPSIGNER, the SEEDPLATE, COLDPOWER and sweet hats. All available at coinkite.com.
ColdCard Guides (ultra quick - intermediate - advanced)
**LEDN** - A Bitcoin forward financial services company that has chosen to mirror and embrace the transparency, accountability, and auditability of Bitcoin itself by undergoing Proof of Reserves. Use Bitcoin as collateral and access dollar loans with Ledn Bitcoin backed loans. Harness your Bitcoin holdings to buy a new property or finance the home you already own with the upcoming Ledn Bitcoin Mortgage Product. Save Bitcoin and USDC and have access to Ledn's Dollar Loans and trading service. You can look into Ledn’s well architected menu of services at Ledn.io (All products and services subject to availability & jurisdiction.)
 
SUPPORT THE BCB PODCAST:
⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter)
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ABOUT ALI & KEVIN
Ali is the Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at Tahinis Restaurants headquartered in London, Ontario (Canada).
Kevin is the Co-Founder and President of All Out Parking Lots located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW:
The Number Zero and Bitcoin by Robert Breedlove
Financial Advisor Jim Crider 
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Ali @TheRealTahinis, Follow Kevin @ALLOUTKev
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com

BCB051_JOE CARLASARE: The Bond Market Vasectomy

Josh & Dan rip with the ever knowledgable Joe Carlasare.  Lawyer by day, credit market expert by night!
We Cover:
QE not inflationary, Fiscal Stimulus has been
Intervention needed to float traditional markets
Inflation
The Bond Market controls the FED
Central Banks buying Bitcoin
Mining at the Firehouse
SHOW SPONSORS:
**COINKITE** - Makers or the best Bitcoin security hardware in the world. Use PROMO CODE "BCB" for 5% off ColdCard Mk3 purchases at coinkite.com. Coinkite is the producer of the iconic ColdCard.  ColdCard is widely regarded as the MOST secure signing device in existence, and can be used by beginners all the way up to the most advanced users (The 2 of us have relied on this device for years.) If you wanna get frisky, check out the BlockClock Mini, this beauty sits on a bookshelf or hangs on the wall and displays any metric about Bitcoin you can think of.  BlockClock Mini is a lust worthy addition to any Bitcoiners home. Other Coinkite products include the OPENDIME, the SATSCARD, the TAPSIGNER, the SEEDPLATE, COLDPOWER and sweet hats. All available at coinkite.com.
ColdCard Guides (ultra quick - intermediate - advanced)
**LEDN** - A Bitcoin forward financial services company that has chosen to mirror and embrace the transparency, accountability, and auditability of Bitcoin itself by undergoing Proof of Reserves. Use Bitcoin as collateral and access dollar loans with Ledn Bitcoin backed loans. Harness your Bitcoin holdings to buy a new property or finance the home you already own with the upcoming Ledn Bitcoin Mortgage Product. Save Bitcoin and USDC and have access to Ledn's Dollar Loans and trading service. You can look into Ledn’s well architected menu of services at Ledn.io (All products and services subject to availability & jurisdiction.)
 
SUPPORT THE BCB PODCAST:
⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter)
⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it.
ABOUT JOE CARLASARE
Joe is a lawyer, a commercial litigator, and he’s co-chair of the Cryptocurrency, Blockchain and FinTech group. He has been an active investor and proponent of Bitcoin since 2015. Professionally he  provides practical and legal expertise to individuals and companies on regulatory compliance and custodial solutions for digital assets. He is also the co-host of the Inside Bitcoin Podcast.
Josh & Dan both agree Joe is one of the most well-rounded Bitcoiners alive. He has the depth of knowledge and the breadth of knowledge across numerous disciplines, from financial markets to legal and political landscapes to more deep philosophical and game theoretic discussions.
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW:
Inside Bitcoin Podcast
Dr Lacy Hunt
The Bond Book
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Joe Carlasare @JoeCarlasare
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com

BCB050_Economic Breaking Point (Amateur Investors Pod Meets BCB)

Josh & Dan engage in a rambunctious macroeconomic & Bitcoin discussion with Chris Alaimo of the Amateur Investors Podcast.
We Cover:
More about Josh & Dan's background and Bitcoin journeys
Why the current economic system is mathematically guaranteed to reset
Why Josh is the same person as Ron Swanson
What should be in your portfolio other than Bitcoin?
SHOW SPONSORS:
**COINKITE** - Makers or the best Bitcoin security hardware in the world. Use PROMO CODE "BCB" for 5% off ColdCard Mk3 purchases at coinkite.com. Coinkite is the producer of the iconic ColdCard.  ColdCard is widely regarded as the MOST secure signing device in existence, and can be used by beginners all the way up to the most advanced users (The 2 of us have relied on this device for years.) If you wanna get frisky, check out the BlockClock Mini, this beauty sits on a bookshelf or hangs on the wall and displays any metric about Bitcoin you can think of.  BlockClock Mini is a lust worthy addition to any Bitcoiners home. Other Coinkite products include the OPENDIME, the SATSCARD, the TAPSIGNER, the SEEDPLATE, COLDPOWER and sweet hats. All available at coinkite.com.
ColdCard Guides (ultra quick - intermediate - advanced)
**LEDN** - A Bitcoin forward financial services company that has chosen to mirror and embrace the transparency, accountability, and auditability of Bitcoin itself by undergoing Proof of Reserves. Use Bitcoin as collateral and access dollar loans with Ledn Bitcoin backed loans. Harness your Bitcoin holdings to buy a new property or finance the home you already own with the upcoming Ledn Bitcoin Mortgage Product. Save Bitcoin and USDC and have access to Ledn's Dollar Loans and trading service. You can look into Ledn’s well architected menu of services at Ledn.io (All products and services subject to availability & jurisdiction.)
 
SUPPORT THE BCB PODCAST:
⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter)
⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it.
ABOUT CHRIS ALAIMO
Chris Alaimo is the host of the Amateur Investors Podcast.  Additionally, he works as the Twitch project manager at Bitcoin Magazine.  In addition to carrying a wealth of economic and finance knowledge, Chris carries a chemical engineering degree.
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW:
Amateur Investors Podcast
ColdCard Guides (ultra quick - intermediate - advanced)
The Internet of Money by Andreas Antonopoulos
Why Buy Bitcoin by Andy Edstrom 
The Invisible Cost of War In the Age of Quantitative Easing (Alex Gladstein)
BTC001 Podcast with Preston Pysh and Robert Breedlove
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Chris Alaimo @ChrisAlaimo6
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com

BCB049_MAURICIO & MARIO (LEDN): The Future of Financial Services

Mauricio Di Bartolomeo & Mario Gibney from Ledn join Josh & Dan to discuss Bitcoin lending & borrowing as well as the broader economic and digital asset landscape. Ledn is a fascinating digital asset financial services company with a highly principled, Bitcoin forward perspective and a commitment to transparency.
We talk:
Proof of reserves
Bitcoin borrowing
Mathematical & systematic lending 
Why Bitcoin is pristine collateral
Inflation and how Mauricio's upbringing in Venezuela informs his perspective 
 Discerning risk in the crypto space
Ledn's Bitcoin mortgage product
Much more
SHOW SPONSORS:
COINKITE - Makers or the best Bitcoin security hardware in the world. Use PROMO CODE "BCB" for 5% off ColdCard Mk3 purchases at coinkite.com. Coinkite is the producer of the iconic ColdCard.  ColdCard is widely regarded as the MOST secure signing device in existence, and can be used by beginners all the way up to the most advanced users (The 2 of us have relied on this device for years.) If you wanna get frisky, check out the BlockClock Mini, this beauty sits on a bookshelf or hangs on the wall and displays any metric about Bitcoin you can think of.  BlockClock Mini is a lust worthy addition to any Bitcoiners home. Other Coinkite products include the OPENDIME, the SATSCARD, the TAPSIGNER, the SEEDPLATE, COLDPOWER and sweet hats. All available at coinkite.com.
LEDN - A Bitcoin forward financial services company that has chosen to mirror and embrace the transparency, accountability, and auditability of Bitcoin itself by undergoing Proof of Reserves. Use Bitcoin as collateral and access dollar loans with Ledn Bitcoin backed loans. Harness your Bitcoin holdings to buy a new property or finance the home you already own with the upcoming Ledn Bitcoin Mortgage Product. Save Bitcoin and USDC and have access to Ledn's Dollar Loans and trading service. You can look into Ledn’s well architected menu of services at Ledn.io (All products and services subject to availability & jurisdiction.)
 
SUPPORT THE BCB PODCAST:
⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter)
⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it.
ABOUT MAURICIO & MARIO
Mauricio Di Bartolomeo co-founded Ledn and currently serves as the Chief Strategy Officer.
Mario Gibney is the Director of Community at Ledn. Previously he spent time working at Blockstream, and he is one of the hosts on the Unhashed Podcast.
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW:
Ledn.io
Bitcoin Economics Calendar (Ledn blog by Mauricio)
"Visions of Bitcoin" article by Nic Carter
Unhashed Podcast w/ Mario Gibney
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Mauricio @cryptonomista, Follow Mario @Mario_Gibney
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com

BCB-Redux_Croesus: Once In A Civilization

This was our favorite conversation from 2021, we wanted to share it again.  We feel this episode encapsulates a wide range of ideas and condenses them into one place for easy consumption.  We feel this is our best episode to orange pill your friends!
The renown pseudonymous Bitcoin thought leader @Croesus_BTC sits down with Josh & Dan for a profound conversation.
We Cover:
Why Bitcoin is a once in a species discovery
Croesus' mind blowing Bitcoin valuation 
How early we are in the Bitcoin adoption S curve
Bitcoin supply shocks & supply mechanics
The Yuppie Elite and Bitcoin
Bitcoin as analogous to the American western frontier 
Why the average worker and middle class need BTC
 
SHOW SPONSORS:
COINKITE - Makers or the best Bitcoin security hardware in the world. Use PROMO CODE "BCB" for 5% off ColdCard Mk3 purchases at coinkite.com. Coinkite is the producer of the iconic ColdCard.  ColdCard is widely regarded as the MOST secure signing device in existence, and can be used by beginners all the way up to the most advanced users (The 2 of us have relied on this device for years.) If you wanna get frisky, check out the BlockClock Mini, this beauty sits on a bookshelf or hangs on the wall and displays any metric about Bitcoin you can think of.  BlockClock Mini is a lust worthy addition to any Bitcoiners home. Other Coinkite products include the OPENDIME, the SATSCARD, the TAPSIGNER, the SEEDPLATE, COLDPOWER and sweet hats. All available at coinkite.com.
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
Visit our Shop @  https://www.bluecollarbitcoin.io/shop 
⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter)
⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it.
⇨You or someone you know is interested in having your product featured on our show?  Shoot us an email: bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
ABOUT CROESUS:
Croesus is a pseudonymous Bitcoin thought leader. His background includes an MBA from one of the best business schools in the world and considerable time spent working as a management consultant with a focus on disruptive tech trends.
CROESUS MATERIAL:
"Asset DNA: Explaining Bitcoin’s Speculative Attack on the Dollar" (article)
"Am I Too Late For Bitcoin?" (article)
"Why The Yuppie Elite Dismiss Bitcoin" (article)
"Bitcoin and the American West" (article)
Bitcoin Adoption Curve w/ Croesus (The Investor's Podcast)
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Croesus @Croesus_BTC
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
WEBSITE: Bluecollarbitcoin.io  (buy our shwag)

BCB047_NVK: CypherPunk Skunkworks

NVK is the CEO and Co-Founder of Coinkite.  He has been in and around the Bitcoin ecosystem for over 10 years.  He and his company, Coinkite are producing some of the most innovative and useful Bitcoin gear in the industry.  
We talk:
Coldcard Mk4, SatsCard, Tapsigner
Opendime suppositories
Canadian truckers and Trudeau
World Reserve Currencies
Gold and Dollars are shitcoins
Feeding chickens with lightning 
Blue Collar Bitcoin is powered by Coinkite
Use PROMO CODE "BCB" for 5% off ColdCard Mk3 purchases at coinkite.com.
Coinkite is the producer of the iconic ColdCard.  ColdCard is widely regarded as the MOST secure signing device in existence.  ColdCard can be used by beginners or advanced users. Don't risk your bitcoin with an inferior signing device.  We use ColdCard ourselves, and recommend it to friends and family.
 
If you wanna get frisky, check out the BlockClock Mini, this beauty sits on a bookshelf or hangs on the wall and displays any metric about Bitcoin you can think of.  BlockClock Mini is a lust worthy addition to any Bitcoiners home.
 
SUPPORT THE BCB PODCAST:
⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter)
⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it.
⇨You or someone you know is interested in having your product featured on our show?  Shoot us an email: bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
ABOUT NVK:
NVK is the CEO and Co-Founder of CoinKite.  He has been involved in Bitcoin since the very early days.  Originally built an early Bitcoin block explorer then moving to an early Bitcoin Debit Card implementation.  During this time he and his partner realized that Bitcoin signing devices needed to be improved—-Introduce ColdCard.  ColdCard is the industry standard for Bitcoin Signing devices.  We use them at BCB, and we recommend them to everyone we know.  
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW:
Coinkite
ColdCard
SatsCard
Tapsigner
Opendime
Feeding Chickens with lightining
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow @NVK
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com

BCB046_ANTHONY POMPLIANO: Middle Class, Mustaches & Monetary Policy

Anthony Pompliano, along with his brothers Joe & John, join Josh & Dan for a rowdy discussion on the Best Business Show covering topics including:
Why Bitcoin is an empowerment tool for the Middle Class
Dan & Josh's journey so far on the Blue Collar Bitcoin Pod
Why mustaches are the new laser eyes
Who would win in a Pomp family brawl
Strange and challenging sexual dilemmas
And much more
Blue Collar Bitcoin is powered by Coinkite
Use PROMO CODE "BCB" for 5% off ColdCard purchases at coinkite.com.
Coinkite is the producer of the iconic ColdCard.  ColdCard is widely regarded as the MOST secure signing device in existence.  ColdCard can be used by beginners or advanced users. Don't risk your bitcoin with an inferior signing device.  We use ColdCard ourselves, and recommend it to friends and family.
 
If you wanna get frisky, check out the BlockClock Mini, this beauty sits on a bookshelf or hangs on the wall and displays any metric about Bitcoin you can think of.  BlockClock Mini is a lust worthy addition to any Bitcoiners home.
 
SUPPORT THE BCB PODCAST:
⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter)
⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it.
⇨You or someone you know is interested in having your product featured on our show?  Shoot us an email: bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
ABOUT ANTHONY POMPLIANO:
Pomp is an entrepreneur and tech investor as well as host of the well known 'Pomp Podcast,' which has been downloaded over 20 million times. Pomp also writes a daily email newsletter on business, finance, and Bitcoin that’s stuffed full of substantive and timely material. Him and his brothers Joe & John host the Best Business Show on YouTube weekends at 11am ET.
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW:
Best Business Show
Pomp Daily Newsletter 
Pomp Podcast
Joe Pomp Show
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Anthony Pompliano, Follow Joe Pompliano, Follow John Pompliano
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com

BCB045_DR. JEFF ROSS: Treating Septic Markets

Dr. Jeff Ross stops in to talk about his current perspective on markets. Dr. Ross has a different perspective than the permabulls.  He has a reasoned and thorough analysis that is difficult to refute.  We talk:
Shitcoin Shinnanigans
DCA is best for mortals
The FED between a rock and a hard place
When will Bitcoin be risk off
Counter-party risk
The difference between a trader and an investor
Selling kidneys for BTC
Overall market sepsis
Blue Collar Bitcoin is powered by Coinkite
Use PROMO CODE "BCB" for 5% off ColdCard purchases at coinkite.com.
Coinkite is the producer of the iconic ColdCard.  ColdCard is widely regarded as the MOST secure signing device in existence.  ColdCard can be used by beginners or advanced users. Don't risk your bitcoin with an inferior signing device.  We use ColdCard ourselves, and recommend it to friends and family.
 
If you wanna get frisky, check out the BlockClock Mini, this beauty sits on a bookshelf or hangs on the wall and displays any metric about Bitcoin you can think of.  BlockClock Mini is a lust worthy addition to any Bitcoiners home.
 
SUPPORT THE BCB PODCAST:
⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter)
⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it.
⇨You or someone you know is interested in having your product featured on our show?  Shoot us an email: bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
ABOUT Dr. JEFF ROSS:
Jeffrey W. Ross, MD, MBA is the founder and managing director of Vailshire Capital Management, LLC and Vailshire Partners, LP. Dr. Ross is a retired (2021) fellowship-trained Interventional Radiologist and board-certified Diagnostic Radiologist.
Passionate about investing wisely and teaching others to do the same, Jeff is a former contributor for The Motley Fool and occasional contributor for Seeking Alpha.
The hedge fund and individual Vailshire client portfolios enjoy the distinct advantage of benefitting from Dr. Ross’s expertise and knowledge of all things healthcare, Bitcoin, and technology-related.
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW:
Vailshire Capital Management
Dr. Ross on with Preston Pysh
The Changing World Order (Book)by Ray Dalio
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Dr. Jeff Ross @VailshireCap
EMAIL US: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
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BCB044_MIKE ALFRED: Investment Grade HODLING

Value oriented investor & tech entrepreneur Mike Alfred sits down with Josh & Dan to cover:
Investing in Bitcoin mining
Bitcoin as the best value investment of all time
The risks of giving up your private keys and seeking yield on your bitcoin
Gaining BTC exposure in a traditional retirement account
The insanity of used car prices
How to HODL like a freaking professional
Blue Collar Bitcoin is powered by Coinkite
Use PROMO CODE "BCB" for 5% off ColdCard purchases at coinkite.com.
Coinkite is the producer of the iconic ColdCard.  ColdCard is widely regarded as the MOST secure signing device in existence.  ColdCard can be used by beginners or advanced users. Don't risk your bitcoin with an inferior signing device.  We use ColdCard ourselves, and recommend it to friends and family.
 
If you wanna get frisky, check out the BlockClock Mini, this beauty sits on a bookshelf or hangs on the wall and displays any metric about Bitcoin you can think of.  BlockClock Mini is a lust worthy addition to any Bitcoiners home.
 
SUPPORT THE BCB PODCAST:
⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter)
⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it.
⇨You or someone you know is interested in having your product featured on our show?  Shoot us an email: bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
ABOUT MIKE ALFRED:
Mike has founded and sold 2 successful tech companies.  He was the Co-Founder & CEO of BrightScope (which he sold in 2016) as well as Co-Founder & CEO of Digital Assets Data, which NYDIG acquired in 2020. He’s been a seed investor in a variety of successful Bitcoin projects, and he currently serves as an advisor or on the board of a variety of companies, including Publicly Traded Bitcoin Miner Iris Energy.
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW:
Iris Energy
Mike on The Investor's Podcast w/ Preston Pysh
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Mike Alfred @mikealfred
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com

BCB043_NIK BHATIA: Money of Enemies

Nik Bhatia is the author of the book Layered Money
Nik is incredibly knowledgable in the realms of economics, finance, and monetary history. Layered Money is an incredible resource for those who would like to learn about our current monetary system, and how Bitcoin changes the game.
Nik also authors a research publication called The Bitcoin Layer.  This is a great resource for keeping up with Nik’s latest thoughts.
We Cover:
Geopolitics/Russian Conflict
Layered Money
Debt Supercycles
Changing World Order
The Burrito Index
The FED’s juggling act
Blue Collar Bitcoin is powered by Coinkite
Use PROMO CODE "BCB" for 5% off ColdCard purchases at coinkite.com.
Coinkite is the producer of the iconic ColdCard.  ColdCard is widely regarded as the MOST secure signing device in existence.  ColdCard can be used by beginners or advanced users. Don't risk your bitcoin with an inferior signing device.  We use ColdCard ourselves, and recommend it to friends and family.
 
If you wanna get frisky, check out the BlockClock Mini, this beauty sits on a bookshelf or hangs on the wall and displays any metric about Bitcoin you can think of.  BlockClock Mini is a lust worthy addition to any Bitcoiners home.
 
SUPPORT THE BCB PODCAST:
⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter)
⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it.
⇨You or someone you know is interested in having your product featured on our show?  Shoot us an email: bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
ABOUT NICK BHATIA:
Nik Bhatia is a financial researcher, CFA charterholder, and Adjunct Professor of Finance and Business Economics at the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business where he teaches Applied Finance in Fixed Income Securities. Previously, Nik worked the US Treasuries trading desk for a large institutional asset manager and has extensive trading experience in money markets and interest rate futures. After starting his teaching career, Nik felt the urge to bring his research on both the international monetary system and Bitcoin together as one to write the book Layered Money: From Gold and Dollars to Bitcoin and Central Bank Digital Currencies. He has a BA in Social Sciences from University of Southern California and a Master in Finance from IE Business School in Madrid, Spain.
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW:
Layered Money
Nick’s Website
The Bitcoin Layer
Changing World Order
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Nik Bhatia @timevalueofbtc
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com

BCB042_ANDY EDSTROM: Bitcoin Risks & Bullish Riffs

Former Wall Streeter & current author, investor and advisor Andy Edstrom joins Josh and Dan to discuss current risks to the Bitcoin network and a plethora of other topics.
We Cover:
Risks that still exist for Bitcoin
Andy’s time as a wolf on Wall Street
Why banks are potentially on the road to obsolescence
Growth of lightning network
Grappling with exponentials
Why BTC is fundamentally American  
The reason why Bitcoin is strikingly similar to a horny teenager
Blue Collar Bitcoin is powered by Coinkite
Use PROMO CODE "BCB" for 5% off ColdCard purchases at coinkite.com.
Coinkite is the producer of the iconic ColdCard.  ColdCard is widely regarded as the MOST secure signing device in existence.  ColdCard can be used by beginners or advanced users. Don't risk your bitcoin with an inferior signing device.  We use ColdCard ourselves, and recommend it to friends and family.
 
If you wanna get frisky, check out the BlockClock Mini, this beauty sits on a bookshelf or hangs on the wall and displays any metric about Bitcoin you can think of.  BlockClock Mini is a lust worthy addition to any Bitcoiners home.
 
SUPPORT THE BCB PODCAST:
⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter)
⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it.
⇨You or someone you know is interested in having your product featured on our show?  Shoot us an email: bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
ABOUT ANDY EDSTROM:
Andy is a Chartered Financial Analyst and a Certified Financial Planner as well as author of the well known book Why Buy Bitcoin: Investing Today in the Money of Tomorrow. He’s also Managing Director of Advisor Services at Swan Bitcoin. His opinions have appeared in media outlets including The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, The Economist, Bitcoin Magazine, and Coindesk. Additionally, earlier in his career he spent time working at Goldman Sachs in the belly of the finance beast.
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW:
Why Buy Bitcoin: Investing Today in the Money of Tomorrow
Andy's Website
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Andy Edstrom @edstromandrew
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com

BCB041_JOHN VALLIS: Bitcoin Money Messiah

John Vallis from Bitcoin Rapid Fire joins Josh and Dan.  This discussion is wide ranging and focuses primarily on the societal ramifications of a new ruleset that cannot be manipulated.  John has a profound ability to distill high level philosophical concepts into understandable truths. 
We Cover:
Bitcoin is Truth and Freedom
Money Messiah
Maps of Meaning
Bitcoin as a civilizational shift
Spiritual and Philosophical Musings 
Cosmic Possibilites
Blue Collar Bitcoin is powered by Coinkite
Use PROMO CODE "BCB" for 5% off ColdCard purchases at coinkite.com.
Coinkite is the producer of the iconic ColdCard.  ColdCard is widely regarded as the MOST secure signing device in existence.  ColdCard can be used by beginners or advanced users. Don't risk your bitcoin with an inferior signing device.  We use ColdCard ourselves, and recommend it to friends and family.
 
If you wanna get frisky, check out the BlockClock Mini, this beauty sits on a bookshelf or hangs on the wall and displays any metric about Bitcoin you can think of.  BlockClock Mini is a lust worthy addition to any Bitcoiner’s home.
 
SUPPORT THE BCB PODCAST:
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ABOUT JOHN VALLAS:
John Vallis is the host of both Bitcoin Rapid Fire and Closing the Loop podcasts.  John is a deep thinker with an interesting take on the intersections of philosophy, Bitcoin, and Religion.  He explores this in his essay, The Money Messiah.  We recommend you read it if this conversation interests you.  
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
Bitcoin Rapid Fire
Closing the Loop
Maps Of Meaning
Money Messiah
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow John Vallis @johnvallis
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BTC040_PRESTON PYSH & GREG FOSS, Part 2: Disaster Insurance (A Bitcoin Hedge in Pensions & All Portfolios)

Part 2 of Josh & Dan's conversation with two titans in the Bitcoin space: Preston Pysh and Greg Foss. This lengthly discussion was divided into two parts.  In the first part we focused on the overall precarious macro environment of the 2020s.  In this second part we zero in on how to position yourself in these crazy times. 
We Cover:
Why is BTC volatile & how to handle volatility
Who the hell shorts BTC?
BTC as the perfect hedge against fiat based central banking
Significance of an inverted yield curves
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If you wanna get frisky, check out the BlockClock Mini, this beauty sits on a bookshelf or hangs on the wall and displays any metric about Bitcoin you can think of.  BlockClock Mini is a lust worthy addition to any Bitcoiners home.
 
SUPPORT THE BCB PODCAST:
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ABOUT PRESTON PYSH:
Preston is the Co-Founder of The Investor’s Podcast Network.  He started his first show “We Study Billionaires” in 2014 with Co-Founder Stig Broderson.  In 2020 Preston pivoted into hosting his own show titled “Bitcoin Fundamentals,” a must listen for anyone interested in the Bitcoin ecosystem. Preston’s podcast comes out weekly, and it’s one the two of us NEVER miss.
ABOUT GREG FOSS:
Greg spent 32 years as a credit trader and analyst.  He now serves as an Executive Trader and Bitcoin Strategist for Validus Power Corp in Canada.  Greg is a leading thinker in the Bitcoin space with massive expertise in credit markets. Greg's Bitcoin Magazine articles are linked below.
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
The Investors Podcast Network
We Study Billionaires
Prestons recommended reading list
Greg Foss's Bitcoin Magazine Articles
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Preston Pysh @PrestonPysh  Greg Foss @FossGregfoss
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
 

BCB039_PRESTON PYSH & GREG FOSS, Part 1: Macroecon Armageddon

This is a very special episode!  We had a long form discussion with Preston Pysh and Greg Foss about current macroeconomic conditions.  This is not one to miss considering the CRAZY landscape we are staring down.  We broke this discussion into two parts to keep it easily digestible.  In the first part we primarily focus on overall macro view.  The second part to be released next week will focus on how to position yourself in these crazy times. 
We Cover:
Crazy start to 2022
Bitcoin Volitility
The Fed
Inflation
Equity and Bond Selloff
Blue Collar Bitcoin is powered by Coinkite
Use PROMO CODE "BCB" for 5% off ColdCard purchases at coinkite.com.
Coinkite is the producer of the iconic ColdCard.  ColdCard is widely regarded as the MOST secure signing device in existence.  ColdCard can be used by beginners or advanced users. Don't risk your bitcoin with an inferior signing device.  We use ColdCard ourselves, and recommend it to friends and family.
 
If you wanna get frisky, check out the BlockClock Mini, this beauty sits on a bookshelf or hangs on the wall and displays any metric about Bitcoin you can think of.  BlockClock Mini is a lust worthy addition to any Bitcoiners home.
 
Use PROMO CODE "BCB" for 5% off purchases at coinkite.com.
 
SUPPORT THE BCB PODCAST:
⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter)
⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it.
⇨You or someone you know is interested in having your product featured on our show?  Shoot us an email: bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
ABOUT PRESTON PYSH:
Preston is the Co-Founder of The Investor’s Podcast Network.  He started his first show “We Study Billionaires” in 2014 with Co-Founder Stig Broderson.  In 2020 Preston pivoted into hosting his own show titled “Bitcoin Fundamentals,” a must listen for anyone interested in the Bitcoin ecosystem. Preston’s podcast comes out weekly, and it’s one the two of us NEVER miss.
ABOUT GREG FOSS:
Greg spent 32 years as a credit trader and analyst.  He now serves as an Executive Trader and Bitcoin Strategist for Validus Power Corp in Canada.  Greg is a leading thinker in the Bitcoin space with massive expertise in credit markets. Greg's Bitcoin Magazine articles are linked below.
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
The Investors Podcast Network
We Study Billionaires
Prestons recommended reading list
Greg Foss's Bitcoin Magazine Articles
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Preston Pysh @PrestonPysh  Greg Foss @FossGregfoss
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
 

BCB038_CORY KLIPPSTEN: Eyes On The Only Crypto Prize

Cory Klippsten, Founder & CEO of Swan Bitcoin, stops by the BCB Podcast to shoot the breeze with Josh & Dan.
They Cover:
Cory’s price predictions for BTC
Why trading is such a terrible idea
The future of US equities
The incredible mind of LYN ALDEN 
Turkish tea
Horseshoes
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ABOUT CORY KLIPPSTEN
Cory is the Founder & CEO of Swan Bitcoin.  He also serves as an advisor to Unchained Capital & Riot Blockchain, and he's a partner at Bitcoin Ventures.  He earned his MBA from Chicago Booth School of Business, and in a past life he worked at Google, McKinsey, Microsoft and Morgan Stanley.
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
Swan Bitcoin 
AMAZING Lyn Alden article of altcoins, Pow, Pos, ETH, BTC & more
"Inventing Bitcoin" by Yan Pritzker
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Cory Klippsten @coryklippsten
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BCB037_@NVK: Weapons Grade BTC Security

Shady Super Coder, @NVK joins BCB to talk about security, signing devices, and just generally shoot the shit.
WE COVER:
The Current Bitcoin Dip
Angry Pleb DMs
On-Chain analysis and Tea Leaves
OpenDime Virginity
Gold Dildos
BlockClock Status
ColdCard VS. The World
SUPPORT THE BCB PODCAST:
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⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it.
⇨You or someone you know is interested in having your product featured on our show?  Shoot us an email: bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
ABOUT NVK:
NVK is the CEO and Co-Founder of CoinKite.  He has been involved in Bitcoin since the very early days.  Originally built an early Bitcoin block explorer then moving to an early Bitcoin Debit Card implementation.  During this time he and his partner realized that Bitcoin signing devices needed to be improved—-Introduce ColdCard.  ColdCard is the industry standard for Bitcoin Signing devices.  We use them at BCB, and we recommend them to everyone we know.  
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
CoinKite
ColdCard 
Opendime
BlockClock Mini
ColdCard How-To Videos by Coinkite
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow NVK @NVK
EMAIL: Send us any questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com

BCB036_LARRY LEPARD: Sound Money Takeover

Well-known tech & sound money investor Larry Lepard joins Josh & Dan to chat Bitcoin, gold and the future of markets.
WE COVER:
Will Bitcoin replace or overtake gold?
Dealing w/ BTC volatility & why BTC is so volatile
Threats the gov’t posses against BTC
Blindspots Bitcoiners may have
Inflation & hyperinflation 
How Bitcoin resembles the rise of the internet 
What purpose gold might serve in one’s portfolio 
Why “certainty” in any investment is something to be avoided  
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⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it.
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ABOUT LARRY LEPARD:
Larry is Managing Partner at Equity Management Associates and he’s spent his entire career as an investor. He possesses a deep understanding of financial markets as well as monetary history. Larry was a tech investor through the rise of the internet, and he had a front row seat to watch the .com boom & bust. He’s also been a sound money advocate his entire life. Since the Great Financial Crisis Larry has focused almost exclusively on sound money investments, including gold, silver, & most recently, Bitcoin.
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
Ray Dalio 30 Minute Video "How the Economic Machine Works"
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Larry Lepard @LawrenceLepard
EMAIL: Send us any questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com

BCB035_BTC SESSIONS: Flushing Degenerate Gamblers

BTC Sessions(Ben) is a Canadian Bitcoin educator.  He has produced an astonishing amount of content.  He has comprehensive tutorials on Bitcoin wallets, signing devices, and nodes.  If you need help or guidance on Bitcoin related gear, Ben has you covered. We highly recommend his channel.  He is also available for 1 on 1 help and guidance.  
We Cover:
Degenerate Traders
BTC Butt Stuff
Pierre Poilievre
Inflation
Break Dancing
Umbrel
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ABOUT BTC SESSIONS
BTC Sessions (Ben) is a full time Bitcoin Educator.  He has TONS of tutorials available on his YouTube channel, we highly recommend you check them out.  His content walks you through complicated ideas visually.  If you are a visual learner, his content is THE WAY to go.  He also hosts a show every Friday night titled “Why are We Bullish.”  
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
Why Are We Bullish
BTC Sessions YouTube Channel
https://www.btcsessions.ca
 
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow BTC Sessions @BTCsessions
 
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BCB034_ROBERT BREEDLOVE: Protecting Private Property & Ditching Santa Clause

Acclaimed entrepreneur, writer, and philosopher Robert Breedlove joins Josh & Dan for a wild, productive, and cosmic conversation that meanders through a number of topics inside and outside Bitcoin.
WE COVER:
Bitcoin as insurance on central banking
Why dogma is unhealthy
How fiat violates private property
Spirituality, religion & Christianity
Rob’s move away from Santa Clause
Sex on your birthday...& much more
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⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it.
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ABOUT ROBERT BREEDLOVE:
Robert Breedlove is an acclaimed entrepreneur, writer, and philosopher. He's possesses a truly special voice and perspective, with writing and speaking skills that boggle the mind. Rob characterizes himself as a freedom maximalist, someone deeply passionate about defending human rights of life, liberty & property. He’s come to Bitcoin because of the way he believes it advances of individual sovereignty & freedom in the world.  He is the host of his own podcast, the "What Is Money?" Show, and he regularly appears on other podcasts and media outlets. He’s had riveting discussions with the likes of Michael Saylor, Eric Weinstein, Preston Pysh, Jordan Petersen and the list could go on.  He co-authored the book "Thank God for Bitcoin: The Creation, Corruption, and Redemption of Money," and he regularly posts robust articles on Medium.
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
Rob's Articles (Read them...like now!)
"What is Money Show"
BTC001 w/ Robert Breedlove & Preston Pysh
Robert Breedlove & Lex Fridman Podcast Episode
Robert Breedlove on The Jordan B. Peterson
"Thanks God For Bitcoin" Book (Breedlove is one of the authors)
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Robert Breedlove @Breedlove22
EMAIL: Send us any questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
 

BCB033_PRESTON PYSH: The Fiat Cage

Preston Pysh, co-founder of the Investor’s Podcast Network, joins Josh & Dan to talk about Bitcoin.  Preston has had an enormous impact on the two of us.  He has a remarkable gift for taking complex topics and simplifying them for a general audience.  This 1.5 hour discussion is a must listen for anyone interested in improving their understanding of Bitcoin, human nature, and the world at large.  Preston has a contagious optimism for the future matched by few—this was a true honor.
We Cover:
Transition to Bitcoin
Societal Discontent
Yield Curve Control
Mark Cuban
Family
Generosity and Karma
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⇨You or someone you know is interested in having your product featured on our show?  Shoot us an email: bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
ABOUT PRESTON PYSH:
Preston is the Co-Founder of The Investor’s Podcast Network.  He started his first show “We Study Billionaires” in 2014 with Co-Founder Stig Broderson.  In 2020 Preston pivoted into hosting his own show titled “Bitcoin Fundamentals,” a must listen for anyone interested in the Bitcoin ecosystem. Preston’s podcast comes out weekly, and it’s one the two of us NEVER miss.
If you are impressed by someone's knowledge, it's probably because they have an insatiable hunger and passion for learning. Preston is a notoriously voracious reader who inspires audiences to research, think critically, and trust but not verify.
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
The Investors Podcast Network
We Study Billionaires
Prestons recommended reading list
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Preston Pysh @PrestonPysh
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
 

BCB032_MARTY BENT: Mining Basics, Teat Production, and Freedom

Marty Bent joins Josh & Dan to talk about Bitcoin mining and how energy companies are understanding this asset.  Marty is a huge contributor in the space with his Podcast Tales from the Crypt and his daily newsletter Marty’s Bent.
We Cover:
Bitcoin Mining
51% attacks
POW vs. POS
Bitcoin Simps
Freedom
SUPPORT THE BCB PODCAST:
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⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it.
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ABOUT MARTY BENT:
Marty Bent is a HUGE contributor in the Bitcoin space.  He hosts the Tales from the Crypt podcast which covers the gamut of everything Bitcoin.  He has been involved in Bitcoin since 2013.  Marty has strong opinions about the direction the world is headed in, we largely agree with his concerns.
Marty also Co-Hosts the Rabbit Hole Recap weekly with @Odell.  You can read his musings on a daily basis by subscribing to his daily newsletter- Marty’s Bent.  
Marty has previously worked for Great American Mining, and currently contributes to Ten31.  Ten31 is a venture fund that invests in Bitcoin startups.  
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
Tales From the Crypt
Marty’s Bent
Great American Mining
Ten31
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Marty Bent @martybent
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
 

BCB031_JOE CARLASARE: Nature Finds A Way with Bitcoin

Joe Carlasare joins Josh & Dan to talk current and future market conditions as well as how the game theory behind Bitcoin might play out in years/decades to come.
We Cover:
Can Bitcoin be banned?
Where the Fed's balance sheet may go this decade
Blacklisted Bitcoins and fungibility concerns
Joe's mid term price targets
Shy Joe considers himself a "Bitcoin MONEY maximalist"
SUPPORT THE BCB PODCAST:
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⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it.
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ABOUT JOE CARLASARE:
Joe is a lawyer, a commercial litigator, and he’s co-chair of the Cryptocurrency, Blockchain and FinTech group. He has been an active investor and proponent of Bitcoin since 2015. Professionally he  provides practical and legal expertise to individuals and companies on regulatory compliance and custodial solutions for digital assets. He is also the co-host of the Inside Bitcoin Podcast.
Josh & Dan both agree Joe is one of the most well-rounded Bitcoiners alive. He has the depth of knowledge and the breadth of knowledge across numerous disciplines, from financial markets to legal and political landscapes to more deep philosophical and game theoretic discussions.
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
Inside Bitcoin Podcast
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Joe Carlasare @JoeCarlasare
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
 

BCB030_BITCOIN Q+A: Bitcoin Cold Storage from the Master

In this episode we are honored to be joined by Bitcoin Q+A.  Q+A is the proprietor of Bitcoiner.guide.  This is a site devoted to teaching all about Bitcoin.  If you have questions about anything, ranging from wallets, to nodes, to the lighting network-Q+A has you covered.
We Cover:
What is Cold Storage
Hardware wallets, AKA signing devices
Software Wallets
Bitcoin Nodes
How to protect yourself from men with wrenches
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter)
⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it.
⇨You or someone you know is interested in having your product featured on our show?  Shoot us an email: bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
ABOUT Bitcoin Q+A:
Bitcoin Q+A is a passionate Bitcoiner with a gift for teaching others how to perform some of the more technical aspects of Bitcoin.  He has put together a superb website, where you can learn how to use: Hardware Wallets, Nodes, Coinjoins, Nodes, lightning network, ect.  He has devoted a TON of time to help others and it is MUCH appreciated.  Bitcoiner.guide
More recently he has contributed to the development of a new hardware wallet.  The Passport.  This is a cypherpunk style signing device that promises to be more user friendly than the ColdCard. You can check out the Passport here- foundationdevices.com
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
Passport Hardware Wallet
Bitcoiner.guide
Citadel Dispatch with Bitcoin QA
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Bitcoin Q+A @BitcoinQ_A
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com

BCB029_JIM CRIDER: The Black Sheep of Financial Planning

Jim Crider, a CFP & Bitcoin bull, joins Josh & Dan to talk about Bitcoin & broader financial planning.
We Cover:
Why Bitcoin is the best form of money
The difference between volatility & risk
Bitcoin Mining Stocks, GBTC, Bitcoin ETFs
What to do with retirement accounts
Bitcoin tax strategies
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter)
⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it.
⇨You or someone you know is interested in having your product featured on our show?  Shoot us an email: bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
ABOUT JIM CRIDER:
Jim Crider is a husband, dad, and CEO of Intentional Living FP. Before starting Intentional Living FP, Jim worked primarily with the standard clients of most wealth management firms—financially successful families seeking guidance with the wealth they’ve accumulated over decades. While Jim cherishes each client he’s served, he came to find the clients he enjoys most: families that desire to achieve early financial independence for the sake of spending significant time with the people they care about, doing the things they love. Jim is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, and the message he tells every client he works with is that his role is to guide them to where their lives and money intersect so they can live the life they want to live. 
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
Intentional Living Financial Planning
"Gradually. Then Suddenly" series by Parker Lewis
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Jim @JimCriderTX
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com

BCB028_NATALIE BRUNELL: Resurrecting Capitalism with Bitcoin

Natalie Brunell joins Josh & Dan for a fun and free flowing discussion regarding the trajectory of capitalism & freedom in the 21st century...and the role Bitcoin might play in maintaining these ideals.
We Cover:
Bitcoin and immigration
The perils & miseries of socialism and communism
Why American ideals may be eroding
Bitcoin as digital property
Why the Fed is between a rock & a hard place
Ron Burgundy & Veronica Corningstone
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter)
⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it.
⇨You or someone you know is interested in having your product featured on our show?  Shoot us an email: bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
ABOUT NATALIE BRUNELL:
Natalie is a Polish-American television news personality, investigative journalist, podcast host and educator.  She is a senior correspondent and investigative reporter for Spectrum News 1 Las Angeles as well as an adjunct Instructor at the USC in the school of communication and journalism.  Most recently she is the host of the 'Coin Stories Podcast' where she speaks to some of the most renown Bitcoiners in the world.
NATALIE'S MATERIAL & ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
Coin Stories Podcast (also on all major pod apps)
Bitcoin for Women: https://btcforwomen.com/ 
"The Bitcoin Standard" by Saifedean Ammous
"The Fiat Standard" by Saifedean Ammous
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Natalie @natbrunell
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com

BCB027_FRISKY PENSIONS: Overweight Bonds, Underweight BTC

In this episode, Dan and Josh discuss the elephant in the room, public pension plans.  We opine about exposure to Bonds and lack of BTC exposure in these defined benefit plans. We Discuss:
Bond exposure in Pensions
Why BTC is a no brainer
Cat food
How a 1% BTC position can improve a portfolio
What we would do to improve performance
SUPPORT THE SHOW:⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter)⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it.⇨You or someone you know is interested in having your product featured on our show?  Shoot us an email: bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.comTWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtcEMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com

BCB026_ALEX GLADSTEIN: Bitcoin, Freedom & Human Rights

Alex Gladstein, Chief Strategy Officer at the Human Rights Foundation, sits down with Josh & Dan to discuss why Bitcoin is the world's best freedom technology. 
We Cover:
Why Bitcoin is a dream for human rights activists
Bitcoin as a Trojan Horse for Freedom
The cypherpunks & founding fathers of America
The 4th turning
Bitcoin ETFs
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
⇨TIPS: strike.me/bcb (tips also open on Twitter)
⇨PODCAST 2.0 STREAMING: You can stream us fractions of a cent via Bitcoin sats on the Lightning Network!  We are live on Podcast 2.0 apps & wallets. BREEZ Wallet is a great way to get started→HERE is an easy tutorial that demonstrates exactly how to do it.
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ABOUT ALEX GLADSTEIN:
Alex is the Chief Strategy Officer at the Human Rights Foundation.  He has also served as Vice President of Strategy for the Oslo Freedom Forum since its inception in 2009.  His writing and views on human rights and technology have appeared on a long list of major media outlets across the world including The Atlantic, BBC, CNN, the Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal and the list could go on.  Since 2017 he’s become obsessed with Bitcoin.  He co-authored "The Little Bitcoin Book" in 2019 and more recently he’s been rolling out an article series at Bitcoin Magazine.
ALEX GLADSTEIN MATERIAL:
Alex's Bitcoin Magazine Articles (read them ALL!!)
The Little Bitcoin Book 
Human Rights Foundation
Oslo Freedom Forum
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Alex @gladstein
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com

BCB025_GRAHAM KRIZEK: Ride the Lightning with Voltage

Graham Krizek is the Founder and CEO of Voltage.  Graham is an expert on Bitcoin’s Lightning network.  He founded Voltage to provide enterprise solutions for running Bitcoin and Lightning nodes.  
We Cover:
What is the Lightning Network
TOR (The Onion Router)
How Lightning improves privacy
Why Lightning improves the Bitcoin stack
Lightning Nodes
Lightning applications and possibilities
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ABOUT GRAHAM KRIZEK:
Graham has a BS in Supply Chain Economics from Kansas State University.  He worked as an AWS architect and data center manager before founding Voltage.  
Lightning Network Resources:
A Beginners Guide to Lightning Network by @Bitcoin_QA
99 Bitcoins Lighting Explanation on YouTube
Voltage
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Graham @gkrizek and follow Voltage @Voltage_Cloud
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BCB024_CROESUS: Bitcoin, A Once In A Species Discovery

The renown pseudonymous Bitcoin thought leader @Croesus_BTC sits down with Josh & Dan for a profound conversation.
We Cover:
Why Bitcoin is a once in a species discovery
Croesus' mind blowing Bitcoin valuation 
How early we are in the Bitcoin adoption S curve
Bitcoin supply shocks & supply mechanics
The Yuppie Elite and Bitcoin
Bitcoin as analogous to the American western frontier 
Why the average worker and middle class need BTC
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ABOUT CROESUS:
Croesus is an pseudonymous Bitcoin thought leader. His background includes an MBA from one of the best business schools in the world and considerable time spent working as a management consultant with a focus on disruptive tech trends.
CROESUS MATERIAL:
"Asset DNA: Explaining Bitcoin’s Speculative Attack on the Dollar" (article)
"Am I Too Late For Bitcoin?" (article)
"Why The Yuppie Elite Dismiss Bitcoin" (article)
"Bitcoin and the American West" (article)
Bitcoin Adoption Curve w/ Croesus (The Investor's Podcast)
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Croesus @Croesus_BTC
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com

BCB023_GREG FOSS: Financial Contagion, Evergrande & BTC

Greg Foss helps us unpack the Evergrande contagion in China and how this could affect the rest of the world.  As usual Greg brings huge energy and some incredible insights into the markets BTC and otherwise
We Cover:
Evergrande Contagion
Bond Math
Gregs price target for bitcoin
BItcoin's intrinsic value 
Buy and Hold, don't overthink
Pensions
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ABOUT GREG FOSS:
Greg spent 32 years as a credit trader and analyst.  He now serves as an Executive Trader and Bitcoin Strategist for Validus Power Corp in Canada.  Greg is a leading thinker in the Bitcoin space with massive expertise in credit markets
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW:
Bitcoin Magazine Article Featuring Foss
Bitcoin Fixes This Podcast (Featuring Jimmy Song and Preston Pysh
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Greg Foss @FossGregfoss
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
 

BCB022_JASON BRETT: Bitcoin Regulation and Legislation

Jason Brett spends and hour with Josh & Dan to discuss the current Bitcoin regulatory and legislative landscape. 
We Cover:
Can Bitcoin be banned by governments?
The Infrastructure Bill & Beyer Bill
The SEC stance on Bitcoin
Why you should buy from Bitcoin only exchanges
Stablecoins
Custodial lending
The Chinese mining crackdown
Bitcoin as freedom technology, & more
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ABOUT JASON BRETT:
Jason worked for the FDIC during the Great Financial Crisis, and he is a former Director of Operations at the Chamber of Digital Commerce.  Most recently he is the Founder and CEO of The Value Technology Foundation, A 501c3 that works to educate government officials and organizations regarding BTC and distributed ledger technology.  Jason has a profound understanding of government and regulatory affairs, and above all else, he is a true, no holds bared Bitcoiner
ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW:
Value Technology Foundation
Jason's Bitcoin Magazine Articles
Jason's Forbes Articles
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Jason Brett @Jason_VTF
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
 

BCB021_DAZBEA: Conspiracy Theories & Bitcoin Mushroom Trips

DazBea joins Dan and Josh, Daz is an Australian "Sparky"(Electrician) and Electrical Engineer.  He is has written some INCREDIBLE articles about Bitcoin from technology to the economic fundamentals. 
We Discuss:
Conspiracy Theories
Side Hustles
The Hamster Wheel
Trading
Bitcoin Birthdays
Value Investing
Macro Econ
Covid
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LINKS TO ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW:
Daz's Articles on Medium
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Daz @Dazbea1
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
 

BCB020_GUY SWANN: Uncovering Satoshi & BTC Tales of Old

The "Voice of Bitcoin" Mr. Guy Swann joins Josh & Dan for a wide ranging rip session.
We Discuss:
Guy's current take on who Satoshi Nakamoto is...
Bitcoin’s early days
Austrian Economics
The Blocksize Wars
Nodes and the Umbrel project
Why open & dumb networks will rule the world
Bitcoin as freedom technology
Getting swallowed by sea monsters
Who is your Bitcoin Daddy?
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ABOUT GUY SWANN
Guy got involved in Bitcoin in 2011 and has been obsessed ever since. He is the host of the phenomenal Bitcoin Audible Podcast, and is assuredly one of the most knowledgeable Bitcoiners in the world.  He has a robust background in networking & system administration, he’s an avid student of economics, and he literally reads and studies Bitcoin for a living.
LINKS TO ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW:
Bitcoin Audible Podcast
Bitcoin Audible Read 327 - "Bitcoin Is Worse is Better" by Gwern
Bitcoin Audible Read 517 - "Len Sassaman & Satoshi, A Cypherpunk History" by Evan H.
Bitcoin Audible Read 500 - "Decentralization, Why Dumb Networks Are Better" by Andreas Antonopolous
Bitcoin Audible Read 066 - "Money, Blockchains, and Social Scalability" by Nick Szabo   
TWITTER: Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc, Follow Guy Swann @TheGuySwann, Follow Bitcoin Audible Podcast @BitcoinAudible
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BCB019_Rip Session #1: Lassoing a Slippery Pig

Josh and Dan sit down to have a no holds barred rip session!  No prep, just pure stream of consciousness.  We talk about:
Bitcoin as a Trojan Horse
Squares open source Bitcoin Exchange
The Printing Press (the invention, not J Pows helicopter)
Bitcoin's indifference to regulators
Being a Sovereign Individual
Large Sea Mammals
Slippery Pigs
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BCB018_MATT ODELL: The Alpha Pleb

Matt Odell joins Josh & Dan for a rousing discussion covering:
Matt's journey into Bitcoin
Gov't Regulation
Bitcoin Security, Privacy & Self Custody
Hardware Wallets
Shitcoins & NFTs
& much more...
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Access Matt Odell's FANTASTIC content:
Citadel Dispatch
Citadel Dispatch Help Page (tons of great Bitcoin resources!)
"Tales from the Crypt" Podcast w/ Matt Odell & Marty Bent
Other Items Mentioned in the Show:
Bitcoin Q&A
TWITTER: Follow Odell @ODELL, Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com

BCB017_DYLAN LeCLAIR: Listen to the Future

Dylan LeClair from Bitcoin Magazine joins Dan & Josh.  Dylan has an incredible ability to explain complex macroeconomic ideas and parse them out to the plebs.  Dylan has written many incredible articles including "The conclusion of the long-term debt cycle and the rise of Bitcoin".
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW:
Dylans Article "The conclusion of the long-term debt cycle and the rise of Bitcoin"
Dylan's Newsletter from Bitcoin Magazine "The Deep Dive"
Ray Dalio- How the Econonomic Machine Works (YouTube Video)
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EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com

BCB016_JEFF BOOTH: Bitcoin...The Future of Humanity Depends on It

Jeff Booth, the Canadian Guru, joins Josh & Dan.
We discuss:
Deflation
The impacts of exponential innovation
Bitcoin & Energy
A.I. & Robotics
What Jeff would do if he were Fed chairman
Why Jeff is Bitcoin only
The potential threat of quantum computing on Bitcoin
And lots more...
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ABOUT JEFF BOOTH:
Jeff is the author of what we would characterize as one of the most important books in print today: “The Price of Tomorrow: Why Deflation is Key to an Abundant Future.”  Reading this book prior to listening to this episode is not necessary but will certainly be additive.  Jeff was the co-founder and former CEO of BuildDirect, and he has an incredibly dense and successful background as an entrepreneur, tech leader, and strategic advisor.  Most importantly, Jeff is a family man, a visionary, and someone who cares deeply and wholesomely about the future of humanity.
TWITTER: Follow Jeff @JeffBooth, Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
ITEMS & LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW:
The Price of Tomorrow by Jeff Booth: https://tinyurl.com/ukebdumx 
"The Greatest Game" by Jeff Booth: https://tinyurl.com/xxbus3ar 
Quantum Computing and Bitcoin Podcast (Preston Pysh w/ Andrew Fursman): https://tinyurl.com/d594d8z2

BCB015_Questions From The Firehouse, Part 1

This episode is all about questions from guys at the firehouse.  We dive into topics including Nodes vs Miners, CBDCs, Hardware wallets, Shitting your pants, Bitcoin resource suggestions, trading & more.
We also put together a model (some stolen from Greg Foss) for how we see Bitcoin reaching $1 million!
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WEBSITE: https://bluecollarbitcoinpodcast.podbean.com/  
BITCOIN RESOURCES MENTIONED IN SHOW:
-"The Bullish Case for Bitcoin" by Vijay Boyapati - https://tinyurl.com/3stka9sn
-Andreas Antanopoulos Webstie - https://aantonop.com/ (read his books and check out his lectures on YouTube)
-"Gradually, Then Suddenly" by Parker Lewis - https://tinyurl.com/v74h782z
-The Bitcoin Standard by Saifedean Ammous - https://tinyurl.com/5a5z4sxw
-The Price of Tomorrow by Jeff Booth - https://tinyurl.com/ukebdumx 
-"The Greatest Game" by Jeff Booth - https://tinyurl.com/xxbus3ar 
-Layered Money by Nik Bhatia - https://tinyurl.com/5ys8nf6y
-Inventing Bitcoin by Yon Pritzker - https://tinyurl.com/4nxe2jvj
-Robert Breedlove & Preston Pysh (Bitcoin Fundamentals Podcast) - https://tinyurl.com/5duk3ujm
-Robert Breedlove & Lex Fridman (Lex Fridman Podcast) - https://lexfridman.com/robert-breedlove/ 
-The Book of Satoshi (higher level book) - https://tinyurl.com/5d9vstrf
-Sapiens by Yuval Harari - https://tinyurl.com/tkbpzusu
-"Shelling Out: The Origins of Money" by Nick Szabo - https://nakamotoinstitute.org/shelling-out/
 

BCB014_VIJAY BOYAPATI: Bitcoin Virginity

Dan & Josh are joined by the one and only Vijay Boyapati!
We Discuss:
The importance of Bitcoin
Monetary Sovereignty
How to smuggle Gold
Bitcoin Bull and Bear cycles
Inflation
Keynesian vs Austrian Economics
Nation State attacks
Altcoin Scams
Reclaiming your Bitcoin Virginity
and much more...
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ABOUT VIJAY BOYAPATI: Vijay wrote the incredible Bullish Case For Bitcoin in 2018 and has been an active thought leader in the Bitcoin space since.  He has appeared on every major Bitcoin podcast with an incredible ability to break complex ideas into easily digestible bites. We HIGHLY recommend reading his article, or better yet preorder a copy of his new book!  He has expanded on the ideas from the article, We at BCB have ordered it and are eagerly anticipating receiving it!
TWITTER: Follow Vijay @real_vijay, Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc
EMAIL: Send us questions, comments, or feedback at bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
ITEMS AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW:
Vijays article 'The Bullish Case for Bitcoin': https://vijayboyapati.medium.com/the-bullish-case-for-bitcoin-6ecc8bdecc1
After you read the article, preorder Vijay's new Book on Amazon!
Vijay's New Book "The Bullish Case for Bitcoin" available for preorder on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/p2sc4xbc 

BCB013_GREG FOSS: Escaping the Fiat Ponzi Spiral

Greg Foss On Fire!
Greg joins Josh & Dan to Discuss:
How to escape the "fiat ponzi spiral"
Bitcoin’s asymmetry as an investment
Pensions
Bonds
Suggestions for building your asset portfolio
Was Satoshi was even a human?
Sniffing glue
And much more...
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ABOUT GREG FOSS:  Greg spent 32 plus years as a credit trader and analyst.  He now serves as an Executive Director & Bitcoin Strategist for Validus Power Corp in Canada. Greg appeared on the main stage at the recent Bitcoin 2021 Conference in Miami; he’s written in Bitcoin magazine; and he has appeared on a plethora of top tier podcasts including “Bitcoin Fundamentals” with Preston Pysh and “What Bitcoin Did” with Peter McCormack.
TWITTER: Follow Greg @FossGregFoss, Follow Blue Collar Bitcoin Podcast @blue_collarbtc
EMAIL: Feel free to send questions, comments, or feedback to bluecollarbitcoinpodcast@gmail.com
WEBSITE: https://bluecollarbitcoinpodcast.podbean.com/  
ITEMS/LINKS MENTIONED IN SHOW:
Greg's Bitcoin Magazine Article on Bonds: https://tinyurl.com/j6rzksyc 
Validus Power: https://www.validuspower.com/ 
 

BCB012_Bitcoin Buying and Custody

In this episode Josh explains best practices for buying Bitcoin.  Josh also compares leading Bitcoin hardware wallets and how to choose the one that fits your needs, whether new to the space or a hardened veteran you will find something of use.  
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Some links to the companies and products mentioned in the show, as well as YouTube Videos to help with hardware wallet setup.
Buying Bitcoin
swanbitcoin.com
pro.coinbase.com
gemini.com
Hardware Wallets
Trezor.io
YouTube Video Trezor setup 
Ledger.com
YouTube Video Ledger Setup
Coldcardwallet.com
YouTube Coldcard Setup with the GREAT Matt Odell
Multi-Sig For Beginners
Casa
Unchained Capital
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BCB011_Shitcoins: A Reasoned Refutation, Part 2

Josh & Dan discuss altcoins. They work through their logic, evidence, and reasoning for not choosing to invest in them.
This episode covers:
Dogecoin, Ethereum, XRP, XLM
Avoiding emotional investing
Different types of decentralization
Cryptocurrency unit bias
Hashrate & Bitcoin security
Umbrel nodes running through TOR
Why Decentralization = Trust.
This conversation will be divided in to 2 parts. This episode is Part 2 of 2.
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ITEMS/LINKS MENTIONED IN SHOW:
Inventing Bitcoin by Yon Pritzker: https://www.amazon.com/Inventing-Bitcoin-Technology-Decentralized-Explained-ebook/dp/B07MWXRWNB

BCB010_Shitcoins: A Reasoned Refutation, Part 1

Josh & Dan discuss altcoins. They work through their logic, evidence, and reasoning for not choosing to invest in them.
This episode covers topics like: liquidity in the crypto markets, pump and dump schemes, the myth of the need for cryptocurrency diversification, Bitcoin's unique origin story, taxes and capital gains, pre-mined tokens, farts, San Francisco, furry conventions, and more...
This conversation will be divided in to 2 parts. This episode is Part 1 of 2.
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BCB009_Bitcoin For Boomers, Part 2 (Questions from a Bitcoin Skeptic)

In this episode Dan and Josh are again joined by Jim.  
This is the second episode covering the rest of the conversation with Jim.  Jim was a corporate lawyer, a business executive, and is an experienced investor.  Jim is skeptical of the value of Bitcoin.
This is the second of a two part series.
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BCB008_Bitcoin For Boomers, Part 1 (Questions from a Bitcoin Skeptic)

In this episode Dan and Josh are joined by Jim.  
Jim has a series of questions about Bitcoin to present.  Jim was a corporate lawyer, a business executive, and is an experienced investor.  Jim is skeptical of the value of Bitcoin.
This is the first of a two part series.
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BCB007_Bitcoin Nation State Adoption, El Salvador, Jack Dorsey, Possums & More....(Bitcoin Tweets 2)

Josh & Dan discuss El Salvador adopting BTC as legal tender, the implications of nation states getting involved in Bitcoin, Jack Dorsey, Michael Saylor, Possums & more. This is the 2nd installment in the 'Bitcoin Tweets' Series. 
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BCB006_The Importance of Bitcoin Explained in One Sitting

Dan attempts to summarize and encapsulate the importance of Bitcoin in a single talk.  Terms are defined such that you can follow even if you are brand new to Bitcoin.
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BCB005_Dealing with Price Dips and Dumps

Josh and Dan discuss Bitcoin price dips and dumps.  How to cope with, understand, and harness scary selloffs.  
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BCB004_Bitcoin Tweets 1

Dan and Josh dive into a few of their favorite tweets and comment on them.  
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BCB003_The Fiat System

Dan and Josh dive into the mechanics of the Fiat Monetary System.  They compare and contrast the Fiat System with Bitcoin.  
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