So, only 5 episodes in and we have hit position no 158 in South Africa! Rock On!!

New episode just landed! Robert Botha, with 18 years in the diplomatic service, shares insights on global challenges and his hopes for his new-born granddaughter's future in a complex world.

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Straight, No Chaser • Robert Botha - From Embassy to Family: A Diplomat's Letter to His Granddaughter • Listen on Fountain

Robert Botha, with 18 years in the diplomatic service, shares insights on global challenges and his hopes for his newborn granddaughter's future in...

The first of our Monthly Round-Up episodes, where we cover highlights over the past 30 days in the Bitcoin space. This is all about Bitcoin, so strap in and enjoy. • Debating whether the Bitcoin four-year cycle will break this time around with ETFs now in the picture • Examining in-kind redemption applications for Bitcoin ETFs and whether they're truly meaningful • Discussing El Salvador's recent headlines about presidential term extensions and potential journalism crackdowns • Exploring the reality of quantum computing threats to Bitcoin after IBM's 5-bit encryption breakthrough • Analyzing the potential of Jack Dorsey's new BitChat app for disaster relief and mesh network communication • Questioning why we continue putting faith in political figures rather than following Bitcoin's "rules, not rulers" ethos • Contemplating how technologies like mesh networks might become mainstream without requiring disaster conditions

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Straight, No Chaser • Monthly Roundup 1: The Monthly Bitcoin Roundup Makes Its Debut • Listen on Fountain

We kick off our new monthly Bitcoin current affairs series where Nikolai, Herman, and Gavin discuss the most significant developments in the Bitcoi...

When toilet paper no longer has to be locked away like Gillette razor blades, maybe, just maybe there is still hope in South Africa

Shout out to @MoneyBadger and @BootleggerCC for enabling bitcoin payments at all their stores. Had fun with the family over breakfast

www.bootlegger.coffee are the latest retail chain to accept bitcoin in South Africa. Powered by MoneyBadger, the same guys behind Pick 'n Pay's bitcoin project. If you have a business, make sure you don't find yourself miles behind when the dust settles.

What a great conversation with one of the absolute best thinkers today! @Jeff Booth shares his thesis on the deflationary force of technology and how Bitcoin enables the first global free market that can potentially transform our economic paradigm. He explains why the natural state of a free market is deflation as entrepreneurs compete to provide more value, leading to falling prices, while our current inflationary monetary system works against this natural abundance. This is especially relevant for Africa where oppression, corruption and poor infrastructure is a millstone around the necks of it's people. Finally, grassroots solutions are helping people out of the mess. This freedom.

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Straight, No Chaser • Jeff Booth - Freedom Through Technology Creates a World of Abundance • Listen on Fountain

Jeff Booth shares his revolutionary thesis on the deflationary force of technology and how Bitcoin enables the first global free market that can po...

Private property rights form the foundation of human freedom, enabling individuals to build generational wealth and secure their economic independence. David Ansara, CEO of the Free Market Foundation, shares how property ownership transforms lives through their Kaya Lam project, which has provided over 18,000 title deeds to rightful homeowners in South Africa.

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Straight, No Chaser • David Ansara - Land, Liberty, and the Right to Own • Listen on Fountain

Private property rights form the foundation of human freedom, enabling individuals to build generational wealth and secure their economic independe...

Want to know what's making a real difference in people's lives? @BitcoinEkasi @BitcoinWitsand

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How Ekasi, Witsand, and Beyond Are Reshaping Commerce - South African Business Matters

The South African retail sector has a small but tenacious newcomer to the world of payment solution options. Amidst economic instability, currency ...

These headlines, in the last few days, highlight that bitcoin is no longer the ''fringe''. It is drawing the attention of governments, mortgage lenders, and the Federal Reserve in the USA. South African businesses can access the bitcoin protocol just as easily as any of these organisations, and it's just as easy for the man in the street. If you are even curious about what that can mean for you, give us a shout.

Why privacy is important. Great conversation with about how you can keep your stuff private, and choose what you reveal to the world. Listen to the full episode for more. jordan@nostrplebs.com @ATL BitLab

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Straight, No Chaser • Ivo Vegter - The Economic Philosophies of Milei and Trump: Lessons from Argentina's Free Market Experiment • Listen on Fountain

What happens when countries truly embrace free market economics? In this thought-provoking conversation with columnist and economic commentator Ivo...

Companies holding bitcoin treasuries now number 240 from around the world, as of 23/6/2025 This has increased by 26 companies in the past 30 days, which come to over a 10% increase in 30 days. The amount of bitcoin held by these same companies is 3.45 million bitcoin, which at today’s price of $102 000 USD has a total value of $351.9 Billion USD This phenomenon has been steadily increasing, unabated, for the past 6 years. Remember, these are companies that are both privately owned and public companies. All companies are accountable to their shareholders and expected to make profits, and then reinvest those profits to ensure future growth and sustainability. So why would they be converting their cash reserves into bitcoin? Let’s look at the bitcoin price movement over the past 6 years. In Jan 2019 the bitcoin price was $3693 USD In Jan 2025 the bitcoin price was $93595 USD This is a return of 2434% over 6 years, or 405.7% per year (year on year). Of course past performance is no indication of future returns, but 26 companies in the past 30 days have decided that this is worth not just investigating, but investing in by putting some skin in the game. Everybody has an opinion about bitcoin; from the haters, to the indifferent, to the curious, to the maxi’s. But ‘Words are Wind’ to quote Game of Thrones, and it may be worth paying more attention to the people and their companies that offer their opinion in the form of money invested. Reference: bitcointreasuries.net, coinkite.com

Fantastic discussion with @IvoVegter on Markets, Freedom and Leadership with specific comparisons between Javier Milei and Donald Trump. Catch the full episode below:

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Straight, No Chaser • Ivo Vegter - The Economic Philosophies of Milei and Trump: Lessons from Argentina's Free Market Experiment • Listen on Fountain

What happens when countries truly embrace free market economics? In this thought-provoking conversation with columnist and economic commentator Ivo...

What if the technology that promises to simplify your life is secretly working against you? In this eye-opening conversation with Jordan Bravo, host of the Sovereign Computing Show, we pull back the curtain on the hidden costs of our digital convenience.

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Straight, No Chaser • Jordan Bravo - How to Break Free from Big Tech Surveillance • Listen on Fountain

What if the technology that promises to simplify your life is secretly working against you? In this eye-opening conversation with Jordan Bravo, hos...

I'm about half way through this series, and it's absolutely chilling. If ever there was a case for the existence of Evil in this world, then this is a pretty good place to lay the foundation of such. The methodical approach, taken with such care and patience, over such a long period of time, and with such a wide net, can never be accidental. It is coordinated malice and hatred of humanity on a scale I don't think has existed before. Learning about this has been extremely motivating for me. I am thinking deeply about how to life going forward. One of your best episodes Guy - thank you

Bitcoin Audible • Read_884 - The Great Taking [P3] • Listen on Fountain

"Inevitably following the “Everything Bubble” will be the “Everything Crash.” Once prices of essentially everything crash and all financial...

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Just used @https://silent.link for the first time. Visiting a new country for a few days as an extended connection, for a short holiday, between the US and South Africa. Took 5 minutes to order, pay and setup using LN. No hassle. No personal info required. This is incredible.

First episode of my new podcast. Understanding Freedom through Money, Technology, Economics and Philosophy. South African flavor. https://fountain.fm/show/jfZokPuWino6F91jSGYq

Bitcoin is transforming South Africa’s retail landscape—and it’s just getting started. 🚀 From the townships of Bitcoin Ekasi to the coastal vibes of Bitcoin Witsand and Plettenberg Bay, communities are ditching rand for sats, building circular economies that empower the unbanked, freelancers, and small businesses. Now, giants like Pick ’n Pay (2,300+ stores) and global chains like Steak ’n Shake (500+ U.S. outlets) are joining the movement, slashing fees and unlocking financial freedom. Why it matters: ✅ Lower transaction costs for retailers ✅ Hedge against inflation & currency collapse ✅ Financial inclusion for millions excluded from banks ✅ Borderless commerce for local businesses South Africa’s retail revolution is here. Can your business afford to ignore Bitcoin?

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Bitcoin’s Retail Revolution in South Africa: How Ekasi, Witsand, and Beyond Are Reshaping Commerce - Bitcoin For Business

The South African retail sector has a small but tenacious newcomer to the world of payment solution options. Amidst economic instability, currency ...

@primal why do I need to give my name, date of birth and email address to activate my wallet? What happened to permissionless money?

You know we have hit the mainstream when ‘elites’ are arguing over the term ‘sats’. Reminds me of a bunch of politicians creating a storm over absolutely nothing, in an attempt to sound relevant. The most anti-cyberpunk thing I’ve ever heard.