I meet Adam who has lead the way in Thames Ditton onboarding shops and vendors to get onboard with accepting Bitcoin payments.

"Bitcoin Pizza Day" is Thursday 22 May, marking the anniversary of the first real-world Bitcoin transaction in 2010, when programmer Laszlo Hanyecz famously spent 10,000 BTC (yes, really!) on two pizzas, highlighting BTC's first step into everyday commerce.

If you can, get along to Thames Ditton and support this great initiative to help raise awareness of Bitcoin to the public, the media and businesses throughout the UK in a positive and progressive way.

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Find Adam:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/ThamesDittonBTC

In this episode, I catch up with Joe Bryan to dive into his fascinating journey from studying physics to navigating the high-stakes world of investment banking. Joe opens up about his childhood, the teachers who left a mark, and what eventually led him to Bitcoin.

We talk candidly about stress, career pivots, and what wealth and happiness really mean. Joe shares how his perspective has evolved—from traditional finance to rethinking pensions, freedom, and the role Bitcoin might play in shaping a better future. It’s a thoughtful, honest conversation with someone who’s lived through big transitions and come out with clarity and conviction.

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Find Joe:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/satmojoe

https://www.satsvsfiat.com/en/

(there's a link to 'What's The Problem' video on the website)

In this episode, I spoke with James Dewar about his journey from traditional finance into the world of Bitcoin.

He shared early money memories, how his views evolved over time, and the role adaptability and failure played in shaping his career.

We explored his discovery of Bitcoin, how it transformed his approach to risk, and his mission to help businesses understand and adopt it.

James also discussed educating corporations on Bitcoin and how it's reshaped his views on capitalism.

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Find James:

https://bridge2bitcoin.com/

https://x.com/Bitcoinshire

I've been listening to Bram's podcast - Bitcoin for Millennials - for a while now, so I was delighted when Bram agreed to be a guest on Bitcoin & Me.

My conversation with Bram didn't disappoint - he has a fascinating story to tell about his route into learning what real money is and how our current system is not backed by real money, plus we explored his journey through entrepreneurial activity in and around technology startups.

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⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/SmithyG⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Follow Bram on X:

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/bramk

Bram's Podcast is called "Bitcoin for Millennials"

This is a 'rebroadcast' of my appearance on Robin Seyr's podcast (if you follow him too, you have probably heard it already!).

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Follow Robin on X:

⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/robinseyr⁠

Robin's daily Bitcoin podcast is called "Robin Seyr".

I met Jaden 'in real life' only last week but have been chatting with him for a while in a Bitcoin Telegram group - I thought his story would be an interesting one and was keen to have him on to help give more age diversity to my guest profile! At 23 he has maturity well beyond his years, demonstrating a curious mind and an eagerness for independent thinking.

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Find Jaden on Linkedin

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaden-lister-36b6471b5

Nat's been in and around Bitcoin for years but is still developing wider adoption of Bitcoin in creative spaces and educational institutions alike. It was fascinating to hear some of the stories from 'back in the day', and my conversation with Nat gave me a different perspective on some of my previous views.

I hope you enjoy the chat as much as I did!

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Find Nat:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/BigRpic

Dan opens up about his journey from chasing financial success to finding purpose through personal resilience and Bitcoin. He reflects on early money mindsets, the toll of high-pressure finance careers, and a breaking point that forced a life-changing transition.

His time in Lebanon offered firsthand insight into the realities of hyperinflation and the strength of community under economic stress—experiences that reshaped his views on money and led him to explore Bitcoin as a tool for empowerment.

Dan shares how he now integrates Bitcoin into his work as a financial coach, helping others build resilience, understand self-sovereignty, and plan for a rapidly changing economic future.

Find me:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/SmithyG⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Find Dan:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/satbitdan

https://www.linkedin.com/in/parkinsondaniel/