Coin Stories with Natalie Brunell

In this episode with Metaplanet Founder & CEO Simon Gerovich we discuss: The origin story of Metaplanet, the #1 public stock in 2024 Why Metaplanet adopted the Bitcoin Standard (Michael Saylor helped!) Why more companies haven't adopted Bitcoin (yet) What makes Simon nervous about Bitcoin $1 Million/Bitcoin Price Target  ---- Coin Stories is powered by Genius Group (NYSE American $GNS). Genius is...

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin and global finance: Bitcoin Rebounds After Bull Market Correction President Trump Posts About U.S. Crypto Reserve BlackRock Adds Bitcoin ETF to Model Portfolio Bybit Hit by One of Crypto's Largest Hacks ---- Join my mailing list and subscribe to our free newsletter: thenewsblock.substack.com  -...

In this episode with Larry Lepard we discuss: Getting his X account hacked and recent social engineering schemes His cinema-worthy moment standig up in front of centrals bankers at HBS How money printing destroyed the fabric of America His new book, The Big Print and how many more 'prints' our nation can survive Why most people are wrong about politics on both sides The future of Bitcoin as sound...

In this episode featuring Eva Vlaardingerbroek, we discuss the following topics: European free speech faces serious new threats Expressing dissenting opinions can lead to arrests and legal problems Collectivism can trample individual freedoms for the 'greater good' Bitcoin challenges government attempts to censor and control Bitcoin helps counter corruption and systemic inflation Government-driven...

In this episode with Dr. Ron Paul, we discuss: Government waste and fraud How some elected officials are worth $50 million on a $200,000 salary Does the U.S. have all the gold it claims to? Auditing the Fed, Fort Knox and all government agencies Bitcoin and cryptocurrency The U.S. dollar's reserve currency status Why Ron has optimism about the future ---- Coin Stories is powered by Genius Group (N...

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin and global finance: 2025: The Year of the Bitcoin Treasury Company? A closer look at instutional adoption of Bitcoin based on recent 13F filings Czech Central Banker tweets about Bitcoin vs crypto Fold goes public and much more! ---- Join my mailing list and subscribe to our free newsletter: th...

In this episode with Brian Estes, we discuss: The BitBonds White Paper Could U.S. pay off its debt with Bitcoin? Price models show Bitcoin is undervalued What did Brian spend 50 bitcoin on?? ---- Guest Bio: Brian Estes is the CIO of Off the Chain Capital, a General Partner investor of Polychain, and executive producer of the movie, "God Bless Bitcoin." Follow Brian on X and read his two-page white...

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin and global finance: Will Tether have to sell its Bitcoin? VanEck: Bitcoin reserve bills at state level could spark $23B in demand Government ppending surges 15% year-over-year Where more than 60% of government spending is going A16z's Brian Quintenz to be nominated for CFTC Chair ---- Join my m...

In this episode with attorney Paula Pendley, we discuss: - Legal concerns in Bitcoin Nuisance lawsuits filed against Bitcoin miners Bitcoin value proposition for the mainstream audience ---- Coin Stories is powered by Genius Group (NYSE American $GNS). Genius is a Bitcoin-first business delivering AI-powered education and acceleration solutions for the future of work. Learn more and enter for a ch...

In this conversation, Col. Douglas MacGregor provides a critical analysis of the Trump administration's performance, particularly in domestic and foreign policy. We cover: Pervasive corruption within the government The inefficacy of institutions like USAID Challenges facing the Department of Defense The need for significant budget cuts, especially in defense spending Potential for economic collaps...

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin and global finance: Trump Signs Order to Create U.S. Sovereign Wealth Fund David Sacks: "Stablecoins Could Lower Long-term Rates" Czech Republic Ends Capital Gains Tax on Bitcoin FDIC to Update Crypto Banking Guidelines and more! ---- Join my mailing list and subscribe to our free newsletter: t...

In this episode with Commercial Litigator Joe Carlasare, we discuss: Why there are two economic realities at the same time in America Wealth gap widening and the strain on young people Trump's Executive Order on Crypto and SBR Stablecoins and demand for U.S. Debt Bitcoin for the average person Coin Stories is powered by Genius Group (NYSE American $GNS). Genius is a Bitcoin-first business deliveri...

In this episode with analyst Sam Callahan we discuss: Will DOGE be effective in cutting government spending to shrink debt? Are we headed toward a deflationary crash or an inflationary crash? Fiscal policy vs monetary policy and what fiscal dominance really means Is the U.S. in a fiscal crisis? Why the haves are thriving and the have-nots are struggling Can we cut entitlement spending?  Trump's pr...

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin and global finance: A New Era for Stablecoins: Tether Is Coming to Bitcoin Fed's Powell: "Banks Can Serve Crypto Customers" MicroStrategy to Launch New Perpetual Preferred Stock ($STRK)  ---- Join our mailing list and subscribe to our free newsletter: thenewsblock.substack.com  ---- References...

In this episode with Strike CEO Jack Mallers, we discuss: Corporate lobbying threatening a U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Should the U.S. embrace a reserve of digital assets? Jack's viral comments about $XRP and Ripple The future of regulation in crypto DeepSeek AI and current market volatility ---- Bio: Jack Mallers is the founder and CEO of Strike, a global Bitcoin financial services app allowin...

In this episode with Efani Secure Mobile GM Mark Kreitzman, we discuss: The record number of hacks in 2024 and how they happened SIM Swaps - what they are, how they work, how to prevent them   Fake cell towers capturing your data Crypto owners kidnapped and held for ransom Protecting yourself with Efani: https://www.efani.com/natalie ---- Bio: Mark Kreitzman is General Manager at Efani Secure Mobi...

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin and global finance: Executive Order Paves Way to Create Strategic "Digital Assets" Stockpile Silk Road Creator Ross Ulbricht Receives Full Pardon SEC Rescinds SAB-121 Rule Clearing Way for Banks to Custody Bitcoin Bitcoin Dominates Discussions in Davos ---- Join my mailing list and subscribe to...

In this episode with analyst Willy Woo, we discuss: Bitcoin market evolution: From paper trading to today's bull cycle and re-accumulation phase Meme coins vs. Bitcoin: Trends and risks of the launch of $TRUMP and $MELANIA Willy Woo's prediction: Potential economic crash and its Bitcoin implications Nation-state adoption of Bitcoin and the decline of fiat currency - will Trump start a U.S. Strateg...

In this episode with Danny Baer of Meanwhile, we discuss: Bitcoin life insurance Borrowing against life insurance tax-free Whole life policies priced in Bitcoin Explaining the value of Bitcoin to TradFi  Learn more and sign up at: https://meanwhile.bm Referral code: FXFMYG ---- Bio: Danny Baer is the Director of Wealth & Asset Management at Meanwhile, a Bitcoin-only life insurer. Danny earned a Ba...

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin and global finance: Markets Rally As Inflation "Cools" Deficit Surges 40% Higher than Last Year Second Wave of Bitcoin Corporate Adoption Begins 56% of Advisors More Likely to Invest in Crypto Post-Election ---- Join my mailing list and subscribe to our free newsletter: thenewsblock.substack.co...

In this episode of the Coin Stories podcast with Jeff Booth, we discuss: What is inflation and deflation?  Why Jeff says "Inflation is the greatest lie ever told." The end of the fiat system Why inflation is needed for a credit-based system The transition to a Bitcoin world ---- Bio: Jeff Booth is a visionary leader at the forefront of technology change for 20 years. He is the author of "Price of...

In this episode of the Coin Stories podcast, I speak with Fran Finney, the wife of Hal Finney, a pivotal figure in the Bitcoin community. We discuss the evolution of Bitcoin, Hal's legacy, and the impact of his work on the industry. Fran shares personal anecdotes about Hal, his optimism, and his vision for Bitcoin. The conversation also touches on the Running Bitcoin Challenge, a fundraiser for AL...

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin and global finance: Bond Yields Spike Creating Headwinds for Asset Prices Unredacted FDIC Letters Reveal Efforts to Block Banks from Bitcoin Anti-Bitcoin Fed Vice Chair Michael Barr to Resign CFTC Chairman Behnam to Step Down ---- Join my mailing list and subscribe to our free newsletter: thene...

In this episode with The Digital Chamber Founder & CEO Perianne Boring, we discuss: 📊 Regulatory Shifts: How a pro-Bitcoin Congress with over 290 supporters is changing the political landscape. ⚖️ New SEC Leadership: What to expect from incoming SEC Chair Paul Atkins and the fight for regulatory clarity. 🏦 Bitcoin as a Strategic Reserve: The potential for the U.S. government to hold Bitcoin as p...

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin and global finance: NYDIG to Use Insurance Float for Bitcoin-Backed Loans Six New Bitcoin ETF Products Get Filed Nearly 10 Countries Now Mining Bitcoin With Government Resources   ---- Join my mailing list and subscribe to our free newsletter: thenewsblock.substack.com  ---- References mentione...