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Protocol Pulse - Where Web3 Leaders Speak Truth The media arm of Consensus Protocol bringing you unfiltered conversations with the pioneers shaping decentralization. We attend every major Web3 conference hunting down the thought leaders, builders, and visionaries who are actually moving the needle. From Bitcoin conferences to DeFi summits, we break down the news that matters and capture the stories mainstream media won’t tell. Our team gets exclusive access to industry legends, emerging projects, and the minds behind the technology revolutionizing finance and freedom. Expect raw interviews, real insights, and zero corporate fluff. We’re freedom maxis with a cause (and possibly too much caffeine) bringing you the pulse of the protocol layer. Whether you’re a seasoned crypto veteran or just getting started in Web3, Protocol Pulse delivers the conversations and analysis you need to stay ahead of the curve. New episodes weekly. Follow us: @ProtocolPulseHQ

Episodes

  1. 1D AGO · VIDEO

    How Bitcoiners Get A Second Passport: El Salvador, Portugal & Anarchy | Katie The Russian

    Katie "the Russian" shares her incredible journey from professional sailor in Siberia to Bitcoin entrepreneur and founder of Plan B Passport (recently acquired by CitizenX). In this deep conversation at Bitcoin 2025, we explore how Bitcoin's low time preference mindset transformed not just her business approach, but her entire life philosophy. 🔑 KEY TOPICS COVERED: • How Plan B Passport got acquired by CitizenX and Katie's new role as CMO • Why Bitcoin creates low time preference thinking that improves every area of life • The cultural differences between Russia and America that shaped her worldview • Why she believes in anarchism as "no rulers, not no rules" • The top citizenship by investment programs for Bitcoiners:   - El Salvador: $1M donation for quick Bitcoin-native citizenship   - Portugal: €500K investment that lets you stack Bitcoin while gaining citizenship   - Antigua: $270K donation with full Bitcoin payment options • How nation-states are now competing for Bitcoiners and their capital • Practical advice for establishing Plan B options through ancestral ties and residency Katie's story perfectly illustrates the Sovereign Individual thesis in action - how Bitcoin enables geographic arbitrage and forces governments to compete for citizens rather than simply extract from them. Whether you're curious about second citizenship, inspired by entrepreneurial journeys, or interested in how Bitcoin philosophy affects real-world decisions, this conversation delivers incredible insights from someone living the decentralized future today. 🔗 CONNECT WITH KATIE: Twitter: @PlanBpassport Recorded live at The Bitcoin Conference 2025 in Las Vegas #Bitcoin #SecondCitizenship #Entrepreneurship #SovereignIndividual #PlanB #CitizenX #Bitcoin2025

    17 min
  2. JUL 28 · VIDEO

    This Bitcoin Life Insurance Company Just Raised $40M vs Traditional Life Insurance SCAM

    Is traditional life insurance a scam? With the dollar's purchasing power plummeting, saving for the future in fiat currency feels like a losing game. In this episode, we sit down with Zac Townsend, the co-founder and CEO of Meanwhile, the world's first life insurance company fully denominated in Bitcoin. Backed by Sam Altman and other Silicon Valley heavyweights, Meanwhile is a fully regulated entity in Bermuda, offering a simple, powerful financial tool to build intergenerational wealth on a Bitcoin standard. Zac breaks down how their whole life policies work, allowing you to pay premiums and receive claims entirely in BTC. We dive into the massive tax advantages, like borrowing against your policy's value tax-free without triggering capital gains. Zac also explains how they generate safe, sustainable yield, contrasting their long-term, risk-averse model with the catastrophic failures of companies like BlockFi and Celsius. If you're looking for a way to secure your family's future, manage your Bitcoin legacy, and legally sidestep capital gains tax, this is a must-watch conversation. 🔗 Check out Meanwhile: https://meanwhile.bm ⏰ Timestamps: 00:00 - Meet the CEO of the World's First Bitcoin Life Insurance Company 02:15 - Why Traditional Life Insurance is a "Ponzi Scheme" 05:30 - How a Bitcoin Whole Life Policy Actually Works 08:45 - The TAX-FREE Bitcoin Wealth Hack You Need to Know 12:10 - Solving Bitcoin Inheritance & Custody Risk 15:00 - How Meanwhile Generates Safe 3% Yield (And Avoids BlockFi's Mistakes) 19:22 - The Vision: Banking the Unbanked on a Bitcoin Standard #Bitcoin #LifeInsurance #Wealth #Crypto #Taxes #Meanwhile Disclaimer: This video is for informational purposes only and is not financial or legal advice. Please consult with a professional before making any financial decisions.

    32 min
  3. JUL 25

    Apex Predator: Gary Cardone’s Ultimate Bitcoin Conviction & Generational Wealth Strategy

    Gary Cardone unleashes one of the most raw and compelling Bitcoin interviews you'll ever hear. From selling $70M/year businesses to go all-in on Bitcoin, to calling it the “apex predator of assets,” Gary breaks down exactly why this moment in history is the opportunity of a lifetime. He reveals: – Why Bitcoin is like a 27-year-old redhead that never ages – How Wall Street and fintech are broken beyond repair – Why most Bitcoiners stopped buying at $30—and why that's a massive mistake – The truth about work ethic scarcity vs. asset scarcity – His blunt take on Grant Cardone, Michael Saylor, and institutional adoption – Why billionaires will buy more than one Bitcoin—if they’re not too late This isn’t your typical crypto hype. It’s hard money, legacy disruption, and multigenerational thinking through the eyes of a seasoned energy trader and entrepreneur. Chapters: 0:00 The Bitcoin Redhead Analogy 3:17 Selling $70M Companies for BTC 7:45 Visa, MasterCard, & the Plumbing Problem 12:02 Apex Predator Conviction 16:40 Work Ethic vs. Speculation 21:15 Why Saylor Gets It 24:00 Billionaires & Bitcoin: The Real Math 29:10 25 Hours That Can Change Your Life 📚 Books Mentioned: The Price of Tomorrow, The Big Print, The White Paper video on YT 🎙️ Interviewed at: Bitcoin Day Tampa 2025 #Bitcoin #GaryCardone #HardMoney #MichaelSaylor #GenerationalWealth #CryptoInvesting

    23 min
  4. JUL 4 · VIDEO

    Robin Seyr: Bitcoin is The Last Money Ever & Will Create Generational Wealth

    In this explosive interview from Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas, 26-year-old Robin Seyr drops some mind-blowing statistics about his Bitcoin podcast audience and shares controversial takes that are triggering the Bitcoin community. 🔥 KEY REVELATIONS:  • Only 3% of his 40-50k weekly viewers are younger than him - 97% are OLDER  • Average viewer age is 44-47 years old (almost double his age!)  • Claims "0.1 Bitcoin will retire a family" - and explains why people are wrong to doubt it  • Reveals why "some people are too smart for Bitcoin" and can't figure it out  • Exposes the shocking truth: We only have 0.01% Bitcoin adoption (not 5% like everyone thinks)  • Predicts Bitcoin will become humanity's most critical infrastructure • Warning: "There will come a day you wake up and Bitcoin went from 160k to 260k overnight" Robin runs one of the only daily Bitcoin podcasts and has interviewed 500+ guests including Jeff Booth, Michael Saylor, and Gary Cardone. He breaks down the psychology of Bitcoiners, why retail is "sleeping" while institutions accumulate, and shares his controversial price predictions that are dividing the community. This interview reveals why Bitcoin might be the "last money ever" and what it means for generational wealth. If you own even a small amount of Bitcoin, you need to hear this. Recorded at Bitcoin 2025 conference in Las Vegas with Scott Anderson from Protocol Pulse. #Bitcoin #Cryptocurrency #BitcoinPodcast #FinancialFreedom #GenerationalWealth

    37 min
  5. JUN 5 · VIDEO

    "Work Ethic Is More Scarce Than Bitcoin" - Grant Cardone | Bitcoin 2025

    Grant Cardone drops bombshells in this exclusive interview at Bitcoin 2025 with Matty Ice. The real estate mogul with a $5.2 billion portfolio calls himself a "coward investor" while revealing his controversial Bitcoin strategy that's generating 35-45% returns. 🔥 KEY MOMENTS: • Why Grant thinks work ethic is more scarce than Bitcoin • His "coward investor" approach to crypto + real estate  • Warning signs he's seeing at Bitcoin 2025 conference • The rug pull scenario that keeps him up at night • From 9-year drug addiction to $5+ billion empire • Why he's buying distressed real estate with Bitcoin reserves • His advice for young entrepreneurs: "You have zero to offer" Grant reveals his exact deals: $180M Chicago property, $380M acquisition with $50M Bitcoin add, and why he's preparing for the next market crash. Plus his brutal honesty about addiction, work ethic, and why most people will never make it. This isn't your typical Bitcoin interview - it's a masterclass in risk management from someone who's built multiple 9-figure companies while quietly stacking Bitcoin since 2013. SUBSCRIBE for more high-level entrepreneur interviews and Bitcoin insights. #GrantCardone #Bitcoin #RealEstate #Entrepreneur #BitcoinStrategy #WorkEthic #Investing #MattyIce To Connect With Us👇 LinkTree: https://t.co/GR12eKn4Ny  X: / cypherpunkd_  Discord: / https://discord.gg/yrf97xsKRv Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/cypherpunkd  Instagram: / protocolpulse

    31 min
  6. JUN 3 · VIDEO

    Brock Pierce: From Death Threats to Bitcoin Victory - The Underground Pioneer Who Risked Everything

    Step into the heart of Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas for a powerful, unfiltered interview with crypto pioneer and former U.S. presidential candidate Brock Pierce. From his child-actor beginnings to shaping the future of finance, Pierce opens up about his political mission, the battle for New York City, and the invisible toll of visionary leadership. We dive deep into: - Why New York City is the next major crypto battleground - The truth about political lawfare, the BitLicense exodus, and rebuilding trust - How RFK Jr., JD Vance, and Trump are reshaping America's political landscape - Brock’s spiritual roots, legacy risks, and call to action for crypto visionaries This is not just about crypto. It’s about freedom, innovation, accountability, and a fight to build a government that finally supports the builders. Tune in to hear why this moment is not just historic—it’s personal. 🔥 Subscribe for more deep dives with the most influential minds in Web3 and politics. 💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments—Are we entering the Golden Age or just beginning the battle? To Connect With Us👇 LinkTree: https://t.co/GR12eKn4Ny  X: / cypherpunkd_  Discord: / https://discord.gg/yrf97xsKRv Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/cypherpunkd  Instagram: / protocolpulse #BrockPierce #Bitcoin2025 #CryptoPolitics #NewYorkCrypto #RFK #JDVance #Blockchain #FreedomTech #CryptoNews #Bitcoin #Web3

    47 min

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Protocol Pulse - Where Web3 Leaders Speak Truth The media arm of Consensus Protocol bringing you unfiltered conversations with the pioneers shaping decentralization. We attend every major Web3 conference hunting down the thought leaders, builders, and visionaries who are actually moving the needle. From Bitcoin conferences to DeFi summits, we break down the news that matters and capture the stories mainstream media won’t tell. Our team gets exclusive access to industry legends, emerging projects, and the minds behind the technology revolutionizing finance and freedom. Expect raw interviews, real insights, and zero corporate fluff. We’re freedom maxis with a cause (and possibly too much caffeine) bringing you the pulse of the protocol layer. Whether you’re a seasoned crypto veteran or just getting started in Web3, Protocol Pulse delivers the conversations and analysis you need to stay ahead of the curve. New episodes weekly. Follow us: @ProtocolPulseHQ