Michael Saylor is an American entrepreneur, executive, inventor, author, and philanthropist. He is co-founder and Executive Chairman of MicroStrategy (MSTR), a publicly traded business intelligence firm he founded in 1989. Michael is an advocate for the Bitcoin Standard (www.hope.com) and is the first CEO of a publicly listed company to make a long-term investment in Bitcoin. He founded and serves as the trustee for the Saylor Academy (www.saylor.org), a non-profit organization that provides free education to people around the world.  -- In this episode we discuss: Spot Bitcoin ETF applications Is Blackrock good for Bitcoin? How to build wealth when you live paycheck to paycheck Difference between investing in ETFs, Bitcoin mining stocks, companies like MicroStrategy, and Bitcoin self-custody Can U.S. Dollar be backed by Bitcoin? The Halving and milestones for next bull run -- Follow Michael on Twitter https://twitter.com/saylor -- Partners: Coin Stories is powered by  @Swan_Bitcoin  the best way to build your Bitcoin stack with automated Bitcoin savings plans and instant purchases. Swan serves clients of any size, from $10 to $10M+. Visit https://www.swanbitcoin.com/nataliebrunell for $10 in Bitcoin when you sign up. If you are planning to buy more than $100,000 of Bitcoin over the next year, the Swan Private team can help.  -- BITCOIN 2024 by  @BitcoinMagazine  is July 25-27 in Nashville! Check out the highlights from Bitcoin 2023 in Miami Beach, and get your 2024 early bird pass at a steep discount at https://b.tc/conference. Use code HODL for 10% off. -- Fold is the best Bitcoin rewards debit card and shopping app in the world. Earn Bitcoin on everything you purchase with Fold's Bitcoin cash back debit card, and spin the Daily Wheel to earn free Bitcoin. Head to https://www.foldapp.com/natalie and you can get up to 10,000 satoshis when you sign up for Fold and Fold+ and spend $20 on  the card.  -- I’m proud to partner with  @CoinkiteInc  your go-to tech company for top-notch Bitcoin custody solutions. The ColdCard wallet offers a safe haven for your Bitcoin, securely storing your digital assets offline. Coinkite recently introduced Tapsigner, an NFC wallet key ideal for easily setting up multisig wallets or Satscard, the best gift you can give to someone brand new to Bitcoin. And keep an eye on the Bitcoin sphere with the BlockClock, a custom desk clock displaying real-time Bitcoin blockchain stats. Coinkite's mission? Making Bitcoin user-friendly while championing decentralization. Remember, your financial control matters. Check out Coinkite's offerings, and take the step towards accessible Bitcoin management. Get 5% off using my link https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES  -- CrowdHealth offers the Bitcoin alternative to health insurance. Why? The government and insurance companies have jacked the price and increased complexity and stress. You send your money to the health insurance black hole and never see it again. Then, when you get hurt you have to send them more money. The great news is now you have an alternative: CrowdHealth. When you have a health need, CrowdHealth negotiates down the cost of your medical bill and then crowdfunds the balance from the community. The rest of the money you would have spent on insurance and healthcare costs? Yours to keep! https://www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie to sign up. -- The Orange Pill App is building the social layer for Bitcoin and creating opportunities for in-person connections and building community. Connect with HODLers and Bitcoin events based on your location. Download The Orange Pill App and more at http://signup.theorangepillapp.com/opa/natbrunell. -- If you’re looking for the highest-quality sustainable pork, steak and seafood products, look no further than Campo Grande. Their animals are raised on family-owned farms and are antibiotic-free, hormone-free, slow-growth, and carbon negative. For $20 off Campo Grande boxes use code HODL: https://eatcampogrande.com/HODL -- OTHER RESOURCES  Natalie’s website https://talkingbitcoin.com/ Microstrategy https://www.microstrategy.com/ -- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE’S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/  Cash App $CoinStories  BTC wallet bc1ql8dqjp46s4eq9k3lxt0lxzh6f2wcu35cl6944d -- FOLLOW NATALIE ON SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter https://twitter.com/natbrunell Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nataliebrunell Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliebrunell -- Producer: Aron Bender https://www.linkedin.com/in/aron-bender/  -- DISCLAIMER This show is for entertainment purposes only and does not give financial advice. Before making any decisions consult a professional. #bitcoin #cryptocurrency #money

Brian De Mint is the Chief Marketing Officer for the Orange Pill App, building out the Bitcoin Social Layer and connecting Bitcoiners in real life.  In this episode we discuss: - Brian’s journey from altcoins to Bitcoin-only (and how easy it is to wash trade) - Orange Pill App helping Bitcoiners connect in real life - How to orange pill and ‘evangelize’ your friends - Is Bitcoin a religion or cult? The liberty and wellness advocate became an entrepreneur at 22 when he and his wife Alyssa started Salt & Light. Brian discovered Bitcoin and cryptocurrency in 2013, spending a few years in the altcoin industry working as an executive for Atheneum Blockchain. He’s now on a Bitcoin-only mission to orange pill no-coiners and altcoiners. Brian’s book “Bitcoin Evangelism” is an Amazon Best Seller. Follow Brian on Twitter https://twitter.com/briandemint — Partners: Coin Stories is powered by Swan Bitcoin the best way to build your Bitcoin stack with automated Bitcoin savings plans and instant purchases. Swan serves clients of any size, from $10 to $10M+. Visit https://www.swanbitcoin.com/nataliebrunell for $10 in Bitcoin when you sign up. If you are planning to buy more than $100,000 of Bitcoin over the next year, the Swan Private team can help.  -- BITCOIN 2024 by Bitcoin Magazine is July 25-27 in Nashville! Check out the highlights from Bitcoin 2023 in Miami Beach, and get your 2024 early bird pass at a steep discount at https://b.tc/conference. Use code HODL for 10% off. -- Fold is the best Bitcoin rewards debit card and shopping app in the world. Earn Bitcoin on everything you purchase with Fold's Bitcoin cash back debit card, and spin the Daily Wheel to earn free Bitcoin. Head to https://www.foldapp.com/natalie and you can get up to 10,000 satoshis when you sign up for Fold and Fold+ and spend $20 on the card.  -- I’m proud to partner with Coinkite, your go-to tech company for top-notch Bitcoin custody solutions. The ColdCard wallet offers a safe haven for your Bitcoin, securely storing your digital assets offline. Coinkite recently introduced Tapsigner, an NFC wallet key ideal for easily setting up multisig wallets or Satscard, the best gift you can give to someone brand new to Bitcoin. And keep an eye on the Bitcoin sphere with the BlockClock, a custom desk clock displaying real-time Bitcoin blockchain stats. Coinkite's mission? Making Bitcoin user-friendly while championing decentralization. Remember, your financial control matters. Check out Coinkite's offerings, and take the step towards accessible Bitcoin management. Get 5% off using my link https://store.coinkite.com/promo/COINSTORIES  -- CrowdHealth offers the Bitcoin alternative to health insurance. Why? The government and insurance companies have jacked the price and increased complexity and stress. You send your money to the health insurance black hole and never see it again. Then, when you get hurt you have to send them more money. The great news is now you have an alternative: CrowdHealth. When you have a health need, CrowdHealth negotiates down the cost of your medical bill and then crowdfunds the balance from the community. The rest of the money you would have spent on insurance and healthcare costs? Yours to keep! https://www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie to sign up. -- The Orange Pill App is building the social layer for Bitcoin and creating opportunities for in-person connections and building community. Connect with HODLers and Bitcoin events based on your location. Download The Orange Pill App and get more information at https://www.TheOrangePillApp.com. --   If you’re looking for the highest-quality sustainable pork, steak and seafood products, look no further than Campo Grande. Their animals are raised on family-owned farms and are antibiotic-free, hormone-free, slow-growth, and carbon negative. For $20 off Campo Grande boxes use code HODL: https://eatcampogrande.com/HODL — OTHER RESOURCES    Natalie’s website https://talkingbitcoin.com/ Orange Pill App https://www.theorangepillapp.com/about-us — VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE’S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/  Cash App $CoinStories  BTC wallet bc1ql8dqjp46s4eq9k3lxt0lxzh6f2wcu35cl6944d — FOLLOW NATALIE ON SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter https://twitter.com/natbrunell Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nataliebrunell Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliebrunell — Producer: Aron Bender https://www.linkedin.com/in/aron-bender/  -- DISCLAIMER This show is for entertainment purposes only and does not give financial advice. Before making any decisions consult a professional. #bitcoin #cryptocurrency #money