The Becoming Sovereign Podcast

In this internal episode of The Bitcoin Business Podcast , Brandon sits down with two core members of the Sovreign team— Jeff and Joe —for a candid conversation about why they’re all in on Bitcoin, and how Sovreign is helping businesses make the leap. They discuss: How they each arrived at Bitcoin—and why they stayed Why Bitcoin makes more sense than real estate for long-term wealth The mindset sh...

In this episode of *The Bitcoin Business Podcast*, Brandon Karpeles sits down with **Kit**, founder of GoldenTallow.com—a Bitcoin-native skincare company using Wagyu beef tallow, high-quality olive oil, and pure essential oils to create facial creams and lip balms with no toxic ingredients. Kit shares her journey from IT consulting in D.C. to being laid off from Bitcoin Magazine, eventually leadin...

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The Bitcoin Business Podcast , Brandon sits down with Beejay from Ketolish.us —a Bitcoin-friendly entrepreneur who rebuilt her health, her beliefs, and her life by going deep into food, freedom, and metabolic truth. They dive into Beejay’s story of escaping the Standard American Diet, battling (and beating) diabetes, and realizing the deeper connecti...

In this episode of The Bitcoin Business Podcast , Brandon Karpeles talks with Oshi , a touring musician turned entrepreneur who built a Bitcoin-only snack business from scratch—one that sells handcrafted pecan butter and date bars exclusively to Bitcoiners. Oshi shares how his love for pecans, fasting, music, and simplicity evolved into a business aligned with sovereign values. From sourcing ingre...

In this episode, Brandon Karpeles sits down with the legendary pseudonymous soapmaker known as **Soap Miner**, who has built a thriving Bitcoin-only soap business selling pure tallow products online—exclusively to Bitcoiners. Soap Miner shares how a deep distrust in mainstream products, medical narratives, and fiat money led him to Bitcoin—and eventually, to starting a business that aligns with hi...

In this episode of the Bitcoin Business Podcast, Brandon Karpeles sits down with Jake , co-founder of Airbtc , the short-term rental platform built natively for Bitcoiners. Jake shares how he and his partner bootstrapped Airbtc from a barebones WordPress site to a global booking platform with 400+ listings, all while staying Bitcoin-only and true to low-time-preference values. They dig into: Why m...

Bitcoin isn’t just a financial hedge—it’s a moral stand. In this episode, I’m joined by John Balkam , Sovereign’s new VP and former founder of Third Win Group, to unpack his radical journey from sports marketing into the heart of the Bitcoin revolution. We cover: How reading The Bitcoin Standard transformed John’s life What he learned running a startup during the inflationary chaos of 2020–2022 Wh...

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...

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 protecti...

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 dec...

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 larg...

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...

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 monet...

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 inheri...

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 s...

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...

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 availabl...

After twenty years in traditional finance, Brandon Karpeles is making a bold move—leaving his established career to become the CEO of a Bitcoin startup focused on business adoption. In this episode, we dive into Brandon’s journey — what pulled him into Bitcoin, why he believes now is the time to build, and how his experience in the legacy system shaped his conviction in a Bitcoin-native future. It...

The Bitcoin Business PodcastIn this episode of The Bitcoin Business Podcast, Daniel Frank, Founder of Sovreign, welcomes Ed Giron, one of Sovreign’s consultants, to share his journey into Bitcoin consulting and why businesses should consider adopting Bitcoin. Together, they dive into strategies for financial resilience, the impact of inflation on businesses, and the advantages of working with an e...