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Bitcoin groundbreakers share personal stories of how Bitcoin is changing lives for the better. Host Mauricio Di Bartolomeo, co-founder and CSO of Ledn, speaks with leading Bitcoin voices, entrepreneurs, and human rights advocates to hear their unique journey and practical real-world examples of how Bitcoin has made a positive impact in their lives. Brought to you by Ledn, a leading financial services company built for Bitcoin & digital assets. Ledn offers a suite of lending, saving and tradi ...
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Bitcoin communities play a crucial role in fostering learning, collaboration, and empowerment, which are essential for driving widespread adoption and pushing forward the decentralized finance movement. In this episode, entrepreneur and Bitcoin Embassy Bar co-founder Lorena Ortiz takes us on a journey from her childhood experiences during Mexico's …
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Understanding the intricacies of money and its historical roots is essential for anyone navigating today's financial landscape, and if you take a close look it turns out that Bitcoiners and Pirates have a lot in common. JP Vergne, a scholar, author, and advisor specializing in the evolution of industries within capitalist economies, joins Mau to ex…
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Discover the transformative potential of Bitcoin and decentralized finance (DeFi) with Qiao Wang, co-founder of Alliance DAO, as he joins Mau to delve into the future of fundraising and global entrepreneurship. From the inception of Bitcoin to the emergence of DeFi protocols, Qiao shares insights on embracing disruption and leveraging crypto to unl…
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Let’s delve into the worldwide phenomenon of Bitcoin adoption and education with Nico Moran, the host of Simply Bitcoin! In this episode, Nico shares the fascinating origin story of his channel, his personal journey into the world of Bitcoin and the importance of decentralized finance. From Southeast Asia to Latin America, we explore the prevalence…
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Bitcoin's relationship with compliance has been complicated, as many institutions are still figuring out how it fits in with the digital asset world. While there are so many questions remaining, one thing is clear: it’s time to adapt! Amber Scott is a compliance expert and the CEO of Outlier Solutions, an anti-money laundering consulting service. H…
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The Lightning Network is a groundbreaking solution for scaling Bitcoin transactions by overcoming the limitations of traditional on-chain transactions. By making transactions faster, lightning is increasing Bitcoin’s accessibility, making it easier for people to use in their day-to-day transactions. Alex Leishman, co-founder of River Financial, joi…
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Curiosity often serves as a guiding force for those drawn to Bitcoin, shaping their journey long before digital currency even enters the picture. With decades of experience fueled by this curiosity, Lunaticoin emerges as a prominent figure in the Spanish Bitcoin community. In a rare interview, he goes beyond his usual content, delving into his upbr…
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In January 2024, the SEC approved Bitcoin ETFs, representing a pivotal moment in financial history. This approval stood as a testament to the tireless efforts of the Bitcoin community to integrate digital currency into mainstream finance. Leah Wald, the founder of Valkyrie and an OG bitcoiner, boasts years of experience in bridging the gap between …
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From 2008 to 2015, millions of Venezuelans risked their lives in the fight for democracy against Hugo Chávez. Enduring financial apartheid and hyperinflation under the oppressive regimes of Chavez and Maduro, many Venezuelans found stablecoins to be a solution to their economic challenges. Leopoldo López, led the fight against Venezuela's authorita…
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As the realm of cryptocurrency evolves, an increasing number of people are embracing Bitcoin as the future of financial freedom. In season 2 host Mauricio Di Bartolomeo, co-founder and CSO of Ledn, dives even deeper into the dynamic world of Bitcoin with a diverse lineup of guests, including technologists and freedom fighters. Because of Bitcoin sh…
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Bitcoin is permissionless, decentralized, and transparent. Fiat currency is centrally planned, permissioned, and decisions are made behind closed doors. Many believe in order for Bitcoin to fully reach its potential, it should never be regulated, controlled or monitored by governments. Others believe that in order for bitcoin to reach the level of …
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For more people to find bitcoin and continue to use it, we need to better understand how it is being used today and what purpose it is serving. Assumptions and anecdotes have been used in the past but as the industry grows, more qualitative and quantitative research is needed. The Open Money Initiative is an example of the type of research that pro…
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Everyone’s Bitcoin journey begins in a unique way. Some people are looking for protection against hyperinflation. Others might need Bitcoin to make a payment across borders while many are simply looking to diversify their investments. For Peter McCormack, the host and creator of What Bitcoin Did, there was a very practical reason to first use Bitco…
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Bitcoin was born out of a system that had crashed in 2008 and left many people wondering how they were going to survive. As they were clamoring for alternatives to the system that had failed them, early adopters like Dan Held started joining together to build communities in places like Silicon Valley. Over ten years later, Dan needs no introduction…
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Venezuela has suffered some of the highest inflation rates in the world under the presidential reigns of Hugo Chavez and Nicolás Maduro. The effects have been catastrophic. After Maduro’s controversial election in 2013, inflation made it nearly impossible for Daniel Di Bartolomeo to run the business he owned with his wife. So when he was introduced…
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Financial institutions are dedicating time and research to Bitcoin analysis and this means they are taking the currency more seriously than ever. Why the price fluctuates isn’t an easy question to answer but since 2017, David Puell has been trying to answer it. He is using Bitcoin blockchain data to analyze price fluctuations and market sentiment. …
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Tech savvy from a young age, the next Bitcoin generation has only known a connected world with no physical boundaries. Coming out of Nigeria, Abubakar Nur Khalil, is a rising star. He’s a leading African Bitcoin core contributor, the founder of Qala, and Recursive Capital. In addition he sits on the board of BTrust, an initiative founded by Jack Do…
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I dette afsnit svarer jeg på følgende spørgsmål:Oplever du, at dine værker i forskellige materialer løfter hinanden, og er det en fordel, du har flere forskellige produkter at tilbyde?Hvordan prissætter du dine værker?Hvordan kom du i gang med din virksomhed?Hvad er din baggrund?Hvem ser du som din kundegruppe? - og hvordan rammer du denne gruppe? …
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After years of searching for something that would give her worklife meaning, Anita Posch discovered that Bitcoin could help people regain control of their money and regain their financial independence. She pivoted her career, wrote a book called Learn Bitcoin, hosts a popular podcast and founded Bitcoin for Fairness, an organization that helps educ…
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Retiring at 33 years old is not the norm and it's even more surprising when accomplished by someone that lived for parts of their childhood without a home. But life can be magical in that, with hard work and dedication, a dream can become reality, like it did for Lyn Alden. An engineer, investor and writer, her research and commentary reaches hundr…
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70 years after the United Nations signed the declaration on human rights, over 50% of the world’s population still lives under authoritarian regimes - and 87% of the world does not have access to stable “money”. The reality for many people is that things have gotten worse. But brilliant individuals like Alex Gladstein, The Chief Strategy Officer of…
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Because of Bitcoin is a new podcast that shares personal stories of how Bitcoin is changing lives for the better. Host Mauricio Di Bartolomeo, the co-founder and CSO of Ledn, is joined each episode by a special guest including Bitcoin groundbreakers, entrepreneurs and human rights advocates, that have unique journeys of their own - bringing practic…
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In this episode I talk to Lars Kramhøft about doing comics based on real life, selfhelp groups, AA, the gender binary and why it sucks, programming, being in gratitude, surrendering, god, sex, addiction etc.I talk about my path to freedom and mention the book Letting Go by David R. Hawkins, shadow work meditation tapes by Lacy Phillips…
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I denne episode af Shadow Work på dansk taler jeg med tegneserieskaberen Rikke Villadsen. Vi taler bl.a. om:Tattovøren og klitorisInd fra HavetGrafiske RomanerEt knald tilBruge energi på det der interesserer dig og det der betyder noget for digHeld I uheldetAt være surrealistMørk stilStilistiske faserBilledskoleDesignskolenBlive undervist i kunstUn…
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Evan Dull and I cover a lot of ground in this episode - we talk about changing careers, about self worth, the constant need for validation, workaholism, retirement, letting go of wanting to get out of a rut and so forth! This episode concludes the first season of Shadow Work Podcast. Thanks for listening! Topics in this episode:Working as an art di…
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In this episode I talk to Keya Tama about allowing change and growth, tapping into the collective unconscious to channel something greater than yourself in your work, forgetting about the ego and going beyond the current trends to transcend time. Letting your emotions shine through your work and simply give infinitely and expect nothing back.Assist…
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In this episode I talk to Elise Esposito about becoming aware of and getting rid of programming that blocks our creative flow. We talk about serendipity, celebrating where you are right now instead of always chasing some distant goal. We also touch on synchronicity, bravery, growing and allowing ourselves to take breaks and dancing! Graphic novelSt…
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In this episode I talk to Saddo about being blocked, slowing down, not feeling creative. We talk about art teachers taking away our courage, fear of public speaking, having fun, maintaining mental health and much more!Topics in this episode:Street artGraduatingBeing blockedNot wanting to workSlowing downDeadlinesMotivationBeing fed upDoing nothingN…
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In this episode Mat talks to Russell Morland (aka LurkLovesYou)In this honest conversation Russ shares his artistic journey to where he is now - from being a loner kid, battling self sabotage and addiction, getting stuck in a style and so much more. We also talk about the benefits of microdosing and how to get out of a rut.Topics covered in this ep…
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In this episode I talk to the amazingly talented and brave Theresa Baxter (aka reesabobeesa)We talk about her story, body neutrality, the soft revolution and about getting addicted to being vulnerable and rebellious - and art obviously.Topics covered in this episode:Body neutralityThe soft revolutionRebellious vulnerabilityRunning an art studioIllu…
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In this episode I talk to the incredible Matt Crabe about getting rid of all your stuff, finding your audience, keeping notebooks, making soup, zines, having discipline and a whole lot more. Topics covered in this episode:Book fairsPrinted matterSeeing new placesExesTravellingLiving in a vanFinding the courageNot letting your stuff own youLanding o…
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Welcome to the podcast and our first episode!In this episode I talk to the fabulous Meg Lewis (aka darngooood) We talk about how she made it to where she is today, knowing that you are truly unique, allowing yourself to be curious and to have FUN, how not to restrict yourself and to be TRULY multidisciplinary.Enjoy and subscribe! Topics covered in …
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