The Bitcoin Collective

Mar 07 2025 177 ep. 39 mins 182
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Welcome to The Bitcoin Collective podcast with Jordan Walker. Are you sick of finance bros and techie nerds saying to learn Bitcoin but then leaving you high and dry? Don’t worry, I’ve got you. On this podcast, you’ll hear real, honest and relatable stories, news and guests from the Bitcoin space. Nothing techie and geared towards helping you understand and keep up with Bitcoin.

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Will the UK Ever Take Bitcoin Seriously? - Freddie New (#179)

Mar 07 2025 49 mins  
In this episode, Freddie New joins me for an ‘emergency meeting’ to discuss the recent announcement of the US government adopting Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset. The implications of this decision, contrasting the US's progressive stance with the UK's more cautious approach to Bitcoin. Executive Order: https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/03/fact-sheet-presi

Unlocking Africa’s Stranded Energy - Erik Hersman (#178)

Mar 06 2025 51 mins  
In this episode, Erik Hersman shares his journey from being a tech advocate in Africa to becoming a key player in the Bitcoin mining space. We discuss the innovative approach of Gridless, a Bitcoin mining company that focuses on utilising stranded energy in rural Africa. Gridless are one of my favourite Bitcoin companies out there, I hope you enjoy this conversation as their work i

The Collapse of Venezuela - Mauricio Di Bartolomeo (Ep #177)

Feb 26 2025 57 mins  
In this episode, Mauricio shares his experiences with Bitcoin mining in Venezuela, highlighting the corruption and extortion faced by miners and why his family had to flee the country because of it.He shares his experiences growing up in Venezuela during a time of hyperinflation, contrasting it with the more stable inflation seen in OECD countries. He explains the emotional and irr

Why Businesses Need Bitcoin - Henry Herbert (Ep #176)

Feb 18 2025 56 mins  
Henry shares his rich family history in the baking industry as a fifth-generation baker, taking us on his journey from a chef to a TV presenter and back to the family business. Henry dives into the challenges of running a bakery and the importance of quality in their products.He’s personally into Bitcoin but now looking at its potential to secure the future of their family busine

Bitcoin vs. Real Estate - Leon Wankum (Ep #175)

Feb 11 2025 54 mins  
In this episode, Leon discusses his journey into real estate, the historical context of real estate as a store of value, and the emerging role of Bitcoin in this landscape. He explains the concept of the monetary premium and how it relates to real estate and Bitcoin, emphasizing the advantages of Bitcoin as a more liquid and accessible asset.Leon also addresses the ongoing housing

Gold Was My Hedge, Until I Found Bitcoin - Lawrence Lepard (Ep #174)

Feb 04 2025 52 mins  
In this episode, Larry Lepard shares his journey from gold to Bitcoin and why he became a sound money advocate. Discussing his new book, he exposes flaws in the current monetary system and highlights Bitcoin’s role. He explains how zero interest rates, quantitative easing, and inflation drive wealth inequality and economic instability. He also delves into the importance of patter

The Convergence of Bitcoin and AI - Korok Ray (Ep #173)

Jan 29 2025 48 mins  
Bitcoin and AI are two of the most disruptive technologies of our time, but how do they intersect? In this episode, Korok Ray, economist and professor at Texas A&M, explores the emerging relationship between Bitcoin and AI. We discuss how AI-powered agents could reshape economic transactions, why Bitcoin is uniquely suited for autonomous payments and the risks of Bitcoin being

From Building Sports Betting Models to Bitcoin - Joe Bryan (Ep #172)

Jan 07 2025 52 mins  
In this episode, Joe shares his journey from a career in finance to his deep involvement in Bitcoin. He discusses his early life, experiences during the financial crisis, and how he transitioned from options trading to modelling sports. Having just launched his latest video, “What’s The Problem?” he discusses his journey in creating a presentation about Bitcoin, emphasising

Monetising The UK’s Stranded Energy - Nick Bowick (Ep #171)

Jan 02 2025 61 mins  
In this episode, we discuss the challenges and opportunities surrounding renewable energy in the UK, particularly in relation to the existing power grid and the transition to a more sustainable energy system. Exploring the complexities of energy production, the importance of systems engineering, and innovative solutions, particularly the role of Bitcoin mining as a means to utilis

The Mindset You Need in a World of Chaos and Change - Jeff Booth (Ep #170)

Dec 19 2024 59 mins  
In this episode, Jordan explores Jeff’s entrepreneurial journey, from early influences and challenges to his shift from real estate to tech. They discuss the future of education in a tech-driven world, the value of critical thinking, Bitcoin’s role in the emerging global free market, and how individual belief systems shape our reality. 📫 Read the newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠htt