Coin Stories with Natalie Brunell

Coin Stories with Natalie Brunell

Journalist and educator Natalie Brunell shares one-on-one interviews with Bitcoin, macroeconomic and political thought leaders. Whether you're eager to start learning about Bitcoin, or already follow the world of cryptocurrency and its pioneers, this show has something for you to HODL. Join us every month and connect with us at Natalie@talkingbitcoin.com. Copyright 2022.

Episodes

August 5, 2025 31 mins

In this episode of Coin Stories, Natalie Brunell is joined by Tom Lee, co-founder and Head of Research at Fundstrat Global Advisors and Chairman of BitMine, to discuss his bullish outlook on Bitcoin, the S&P 500, and the U.S. economy. Tom explains why skepticism is healthy for markets, whether government debt is a major risk, and how potential Federal Reserve rate cuts could impact investors. 

Topics

  • Why Tom Lee remains bullis...
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In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Ledn, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance:

  • White House digital assets report declares support for self-custody, compares Bitcoin to the internet and railroad
  • Strategy announces record $10 billion profit, smashing Wall Stre...
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In this episode of Coin Stories, Natalie Brunell talks with Danielle DiMartino Booth, CEO of Chief Strategist of QI Research and former Fed advisor, breaking down what's really going on with the U.S. economy. Topics discussed:

  • The "silent recession" crushing the Middle Class
  • Why people earning $150k feel poor
  • The truth about recent economy data points, tariff impacts and inflation
  • Fiscal dominance vs monetary policy
  • What will ...
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In this episode of Coin Stories, Natalie Brunell is joined by Peter McCormack, host of The Peter McCormack Show and chairman of Real Bedford FC. They explore the evolution of Bitcoin, retail adoption challenges, and how Bitcoin intersects with politics, personal freedom, and the role of government.

Peter shares why he's shifted focus from global podcasting to improving his hometown of Bedford, UK, through community initiatives, loc...

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In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Ledn, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance:

  • U.S. digital assets report drops Wednesday—will it reveal Bitcoin buying plans?
  • Trump pressures Powell as Fed independence hangs in the balance
  • S...

In this episode of Coin Stories, Natalie Brunell interviews Halston Valencia, a recent USC graduate and rising voice in the Bitcoin community. The Gen Z Bitcoin advocate and marketing strategist is working with Adam O’Brien, founder of Bitcoin Well, to promote sound money and financial freedom.

Halston shares how she discovered Bitcoin and why she believes today’s education system fails to teach real financial literacy. She breaks ...

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In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Ledn, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance:

  • Trump Signs GENIUS Act Into Law
  • Geopolitical Strategy or Innovation? Stablecoins Provide New Buyer for U.S. Debt
  • Executive Order Expected to Allo...

In this episode of Coin Stories, Natalie Brunell sits down with Mike Benz, Executive Director of FFO: the Foundation For Freedom Online, about the rise of digital censorship, the intelligence industrial complex, and how the Jeffrey Epstein case exposes deeper ties between intelligence agencies, organized crime networks, and elite power grabs. Will we ever get the truth?

Natalie and Mike also explore the global rise of financial sur...

  • In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Ledn, we cover the biggest headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance:

    • Bitcoin Breaks $120,000, Expert Predicts $200K in 2025
    • IBIT: Fastest ETF to $80 Billion
    • It's “Crypto Week” in the U.S. -- What That Means for Regulatory Clari...
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    In this episode of Coin Stories, Natalie Brunell interviews Ric Edelman, renowned Registered Independent Advisor and founder of the Digital Assets Council of Financial Professionals.

    Edelman recently went viral with his bold new white paper advocating for up to 40% crypto allocation in investment portfolios. They discuss Bitcoin adoption, the future of digital assets, and why Edelman believes financial advisors need to get serious ...

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    In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance:

    • Trump’s Massive Spending Bill Signed
    • Trump Pressures Powell to Cut Rates
    • BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF Drives More Revenue Than its S&P 500 Fund
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    In this episode of Coin Stories, Natalie Brunell interviews Bill Miller IV, CIO of Miller Value Partners, about why he’s bullish on Bitcoin.

    What you'll learn:

    • Why Bitcoin is undervalued and underappreciated, especially by TradFi
    • How corporate Bitcoin treasuries are reshaping finance
    • Insights on overlooked investment opportunities
    • Are we in a recession?
    • The future of Bitcoin-backed securities and stablecoins

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    In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance:

    • CBO projects $3.3 trillion deficit spike from Trump’s new spending bill
    • Bitcoin and the American Dream ...

    Natalie Brunell sits down with Retired Colonel Douglas Macgregor to break down the "12 Day War" with Iran, whether the thread of WWIII has been averted, and the latest developments from the conflict in the Middle East. Col. Macgregor offers his expert analysis on escalating tensions, potential U.S. involvement, the risks of a broader regional conflict, and what these events could mean for global stability. Don’t miss this deep dive...

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    This week, Natalie Brunell is joined by Jeff Walton, Ben Werkman, and Tim Kotzman of MSTR True North to explore how forward-thinking companies are embracing Corporate Bitcoin Treasuries and revolutionizing Investor Relations in the digital age. True North is a "supergroup investment club charting the edge of the new financial frontier."

    Together, they discuss why adding Bitcoin to a corporate balance sheet is becoming a strategic m...

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    In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance:

    • Bitcoin Price Tumbles Amid Iran-Israel War Escalation
    • Senate Passes Stablecoin Bill
    • Trump Slams Fed for Not Cutting Rates
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    In this episode, Natalie Brunell sits down with Eric Semler and Renae Cormier of Semler Scientific, a Bitcoin treasury company that develops innovative technologies to detect and prevent chronic diseases.

    Topics discussed:

    • Semler Scientific's mission and future, and the evolving landscape of healthcare innovation.
    • How Eric learned from Michael Saylor and Strategy
    • mNAV premiums
    • How Semler Scientific balances healthcare innova...
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    In this episode, Natalie Brunell chats with Dylan Leclair, Director of Bitcoin Strategy at Metaplanet.

    What you’ll learn:

    • Why Metaplanet transitioned away from hotels to a Bitcoin-first strategy  
    • Tax advantages for Bitcoin equities based in Japan
    • Why Metaplanet has been issuing strike warrants
    • Metaplanet's 555 Million Plan
    • How Michael Saylor is "fixing" the capital markets
    • What are Strategy's $STRF, $STRK, and $STRD instrumen...
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    In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance:

    • U.S. Stablecoin Momentum Heats Up
    • Could Amazon and Walmart Issue Stablecoins?
    • Coinbase CEO: Bitcoin Could Become World Reserve Currency
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    In this episode, Natalie Brunell chats with Katie Ananina aka "Katie the Russian" on X—CMO of CitizenX and founder of Plan B Passport—about why having a “Plan B” passport isn’t just a travel trick but a true safety net when geopolitics shift.

    What you’ll learn about:

    • Katie’s entrepreneurial roots in Russia after the USSR’s collapse
    • How “Plan B Passports” give you a backup plan when borders change
    • Why second-citizenship by inve...
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