Because of Bitcoin

In this insightful episode, Mauricio Di Bartolomeo sits down with Anthony Scaramucci to discuss the intersection of Bitcoin, politics, and Wall Street. Scaramucci reflects on his Bitcoin journey, how he came to embrace the asset, and why he believes Bitcoin will play a transformative role in global finance. The conversation also delves into the upcoming U.S. presidential election and the pivotal role it could play in shaping the future of digital asset regulation.

Scaramucci shares his personal experiences in politics, his transition from supporting Donald Trump to backing Kamala Harris, and how both parties are grappling with Bitcoin. This episode offers a deep dive into why bipartisan support for Bitcoin is critical and how the industry can navigate political headwinds.

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X:@Scaramucci

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In this exciting episode, Mauricio speaks with David Bailey about the growing political influence of Bitcoin and how it's shaping the global economy. David shares his unique insights into Bitcoin's early days, his personal journey from a teenage investor to one of the most influential figures in the Bitcoin space, and his thoughts on the future of the industry.

The conversation delves into the intersection of Bitcoin and U.S. politics, highlighting the unprecedented presence of two U.S. presidential candidates at the 2023 Bitcoin conference. David also discusses his work with the Trump campaign, the potential of Bitcoin's role in U.S.

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Follow David Bailey:

Twitter:@DavidBailey

Bitcoin Magazine:www.bitcoinmagazine.com

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Stay tuned for our next episode, where we’ll be talking with one of the top voices from the Democratic camp about Bitcoin’s place in their platform for the upcoming U.S. election.

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Get a sneak peek into the exciting third season of Because of Bitcoin! In this trailer, host Mauricio Di Bartolomeo shares what’s in store for listeners as he welcomes an impressive lineup of guests, from industry titans to political figures, to explore the crucial questions shaping the future of Bitcoin and the global economy. Season 3 will offer a comprehensive look at Bitcoin’s evolving role in both the financial markets and the political sphere.  

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In a sea of bitcoin content creators, few have made a first impression like Tatum Turn Up has! Starting with just a tweet, Tatum has gone on to interview some of the biggest names in Bitcoin, including Anthony Pompliano. He joins Mau to share his journey to becoming a Bitcoin comedian, the creation of his show "Between Two Asics," and why bringing more laughter into the Bitcoin world is so important.

YouTube:@TatumTurnUp

X:@tatumturnup

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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 tequila crisis to her introduction to Bitcoin. Through her story, we explore the significance of cultivating a strong community around Bitcoin.

YouTube: @BitcoinEmbassyBar

Website:https://www.bitcoinemb.com/

X:@LOReBitcoin

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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 explore the linkages between past and present financial systems. They delve into the transformative impact of blockchain technology and discuss how Bitcoin, akin to pirates, is disrupting the modern-day financial system.

JP’s Book:The Pirate Organization: Lessons from the Fringes of Capitalism

X:@PirateOrg

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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 unlock opportunities for entrepreneurs worldwide.

YouTube:@goodgamepod

Website:alliance.xyz

X:@QwQiao

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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 of Tether usage, the hurdles in educating diverse communities about Bitcoin, and the transformative potential of Bitcoin in reshaping global finance.

YouTube:youtube.com/c/simplybitcoin

Website:simplybitcoin.com

X:@BITVOLT

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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. Having started in traditional finance, Amber found her way to bitcoin and have first-hand experience navigating the complexities of decentralized finance and regulatory scrutiny.  She shares insights on the evolution of compliance strategies and the need for nuanced regulatory approaches.

Website:outliercanada.com

X:@OutlierCanada

LinkedIn:in/AmberScott

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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, joins Mauricio to discuss how his company has adopted the lighting network, and its potential to drive financial inclusion and empower individuals in underserved communities.

Website:river.com

X:@River

LinkedIn:linkedin.com/company/riverfinancial

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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 upbringing in Spain and the pivotal moments that ignited his interest in digital currency. Through his personal narrative, Lunaticoin sheds light on the transformative impact of education, self-custody, and privacy in the Bitcoin realm, offering insights into its potential to reshape traditional financial norms.

Website:lunaticoin.com

X:@lunaticoin

YouTube:@Lunaticoin

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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 digital currency and traditional finance. Joining Mauricio, she dissects Bitcoin's remarkable Wall Street debut and the opportunities it brings for the future of finance.

Website:valkyrieinvest.com

Twitter:@LeahWald

Resources mentioned

Book:Hyperwave Theory: The Rogue Waves of Financial Markets 

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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 authoritarian leaders.. He became a symbol of opposition to the Hugo Chávez and Nicolás Maduro regimes, advocating for political change and transparency, which led to his imprisonment on charges of inciting violence during anti-government protests in 2014. Despite being locked away in solitary confinement, Leopoldo’s passion for his country never wavered and he continues to be a voice for freedom. 

Learn more about Leopoldo Lopez at the links below.

Website:https://leopoldolopez.com/

Twitter:@leopoldolopez

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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 Bitcoinshowcases stories of ambition, resilience, and innovation, offering a firsthand look at how Bitcoin and the digital asset industry can be a driving force for positive change.

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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 global adoption it needs, it must be integrated into the existing financial system. Ana de Sousa has seen both sides of the coin. She lived through inflation in Brazil, found bitcoin, and went on to work at the Federal Reserve - the world’s biggest central bank. Ana joins Mauricio to share how she made her way from Brazil to being chosen as the cryptocurrency expert at the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco.

Ana de Sousa

Twitter:https://twitter.com/aptsousa

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/anadesousa

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 produced very insightful findings on how real people were using Bitcoin in Venezuela and other South American countries. The project was co-founded by Alejandro Machado, a Venezuelan that is one of the 6.1 million migrants that have left since authoritarianism took over the country. Alejandro joins Maruicio to share why he decided to leave Venezuela, how he found bitcoin, and what he discovered through his research project, the Open Money Initiative.

Alejandro Machado

Twitter:https://twitter.com/alegw

The Open Money Initiative

https://www.openmoneyinitiative.org/

Bitrefill

https://www.bitrefill.com

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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 Bitcoin. He needed to help his mother. But that isn’t where his Bitcoin journey stopped. Like many of the guest’s of this show, he went down the Bitcoin rabbit hole, started his now famous podcast and even became an owner of a sports franchise. Peter joins Mauricio to talk about how he first used Bitcoin to buy the help his mother needed, how he started his podcast and why he believes it has become such a success. 

Peter McCormack

Twitter:https://twitter.com/PeterMcCormack

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/petermccormack1/

What Bitcoin Did

Website

https://www.whatbitcoindid.com/

Social

Twitter:https://twitter.com/whatbitcoindid

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatbitcoindid/

YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/WhatBitcoinDidPodcast

Listen to Maurcio Di Bartoloemo as a guest on What Bitcoin Did episode #71:https://www.whatbitcoindid.com/podcast/update-on-the-venezuelan-political-crisis

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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 within the Bitcoin world. He’s built Bitcoin companies. He’s lived through exchanges collapsing, price crashes, acquisitions, and through it all he’s still a believer. Dan joins Mauricio to share how he found himself on a new life path after discovering bitcoin, how he built his businesses and transitioned to a content creator that has nearly a million followers across social media. 

Learn more about Dan Held at the links below:

Websites

Danheld.comhttps://www.danheld.com/

The Held Reporthttps://www.theheldreport.com/

Social

Twitter:https://twitter.com/danheld

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/danhedl/

YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@DanHeldBitcoin/featured

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/dheld/

Blog Post - Hodlers are the Revolutionaries

https://tokeneconomy.co/hodlers-are-the-revolutionaries-66c8362ef9eb

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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 to Bitcoin he discovered an alternative path to financial stability, something that was extremely rare in a Venezuelan economy that was in shambles. But after a few successful years, the authorities stumbled on Daniel’s Bitcoin mining operation and the consequences would be life changing. In this special episode Daniel joins his brother Mauricio to reflect on the hardships of living in Venezuela under Chavez and Maduro, and how Bitcoin changed the Di Bartolomeo brothers’ lives in unimaginable ways - culminating in a daring escape from Venezuela that has the makings of a movie script.

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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. He became a pioneer in the emergent field of on-chain analysis and has created a dozen on-chain metrics now used industry-wide. David joins Mauricio to share how he became an on-chain analyst,  some of the current market trends that have his attention and  Bitcoins part in a monetary evolution that will be crucial to emerging markets.

To learn more about on-chain analysis visit ​​https://ark-invest.com/white-papers/on-chain-data/

NOTE: This episode was recorded before the recent market events around FTX.

Social

Twitter-https://twitter.com/dpuellARK

Websites

ARK Invest -https://ark-invest.com/

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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 Dorsey and Jay-Z to help promote Bitcoin in the developing world. Abubakar joins Mauricio to share his inspiring story from young HTML coder to BTrust board member. And he also shares his take on why Bitcoin adoption is skyrocketing in Nigeria and why he believes Bitcoin is a big part of a better future for his country, the continent and the globe.

NOTE: This episode was recorded before the recent market events around FTX.

Learn more about Abubakar Nur Khalil at the links below:

Social

Twitter-https://twitter.com/ihate1999

Websites

Qala -https://qala.dev/

Recursive Capital-https://rcrsv.xyz/home

BTrust-https://github.com/btrustteam

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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 educate people in developing countries about Bitcoin - with a big focus in Africa. Anita joins Mauricio from Zimbabwe to share her story and how she’s trying to improve lives at the grassroots level.

Learn more about Anita Posch at the links below.

Websites 

Anitaposch.com

Bitcoin For Fairness

Podcast

The Anita Posch Show

Book

Learn Bitcoin

Other Resources

Bitcoin Ekasi

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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 hundreds of thousands  of people every day. Lyn joins Mauricio Di Bartolomeo to share her inspiring story and how Bitcoin gained an important place in her investment portfolio.

Learn more about Lyn Alden at the links below:

Website:https://www.lynalden.com/

Twitter:@LynAldenContact 

Resources mentioned in the episode:

Blog post

What Being Homeless Taught Me About Money and Happiness

Podcasts

What Bitcoin Did - Peter McCormack 

Bitcoin Fundamentals - Preston Pysh

Book

Alex Gladstein - Check Your Financial Privilege

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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 the Human Rights Foundation are fighting to bring freedom and rights to the oppressed. Alex joins Mauricio Di Bartolomeo to share his unique story and how Bitcoin can bring financial, and even physical freedom to those who otherwise wouldn’t have it.

Learn more about Alex Gladstein at the links below.

Website:https://alexgladstein.com/

Twitter:@gladstein

Books:

The Little Bitcoin Book

Check Your Financial Privilege

Human Rights Foundation

Oslo Freedom Forum

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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 uniquejourneys of their own - bringing practical real-world examples of how bitcoin has made a positive impact in their lives.

Because of Bitcoin is coming this fall to wherever you get your podcasts. Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode.

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