Halving Report

Brad Mines
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Welcome to The Halving Report Podcast — your countdown to the next Bitcoin halving and beyond. We dive into Bitcoin news, politics, and culture, bringing you sharp insights from top minds in the space. In a fast-moving industry where it’s easy to fall behind, we help you zoom out and see the bigger picture. Listen on your favorite podcast app or watch the full show on YouTube. Join us on the frontlines of the Bitcoin revolution.

  1. 08/04/2025

    The Perfect Synergy w/ Nuclear Bitcoiner

    In this episode, Brad Mines and Ryan McLeod, known as Nuclear Bitcoiner, discuss the intersection of Bitcoin and nuclear power. Ryan shares his background in the energy sector and how he became involved with Bitcoin, particularly in relation to small modular reactors (SMRs) and their potential to provide stable energy for Bitcoin mining. The conversation explores the growing demand for energy in Bitcoin mining, the societal impacts of energy infrastructure, and the future of nuclear power as a viable energy source. Ryan emphasizes the importance of empowering marginalized communities through reliable energy and the role of Bitcoin in this transformation. The discussion also touches on the political landscape surrounding energy and Bitcoin, concluding with thoughts on the future of these technologies and their potential to reshape society.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Bitcoin and Nuclear Energy04:38 The Role of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs)08:58 Nuclear Power's Global Landscape13:31 Bitcoin Mining and Energy Demand18:05 Canada's Energy Market and Bitcoin Mining22:31 Future Impacts of Bitcoin and Energy Infrastructure27:01 Personal Motivations and Broader Implications39:23 The Double Spend Problem and Bitcoin's Role44:45 Bitcoin and Energy: A Perfect Synergy49:18 Nuclear Power and Global Politics53:57 The Polarization of Politics and Media58:52 Nuclear Waste Management and Safety01:08:51 The Future of Bitcoin and Nuclear Energy Follow Ryan McLeod: https://x.com/NuclearBitcoinr 👇 Use these links to start your journey: 🔗 Sign up with our referral: https://bitcoinwell.com/referral/halvingreport 💼 OTC desk (for $100K+ buys): https://bitcoinwell.com/otc 🎥 Like, comment, and subscribe for more real Bitcoin content. 🕵️‍♂️ Follow us in the shadows: 🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/HalvingReport 📸 Instagram: http://instagram.com/halvingreport 🎧 Podcast: https://halvingreport.buzzsprout.com/share 🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1KPu47ArZiMwGBIeGh6e7i 🍏 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/halving-report/id1489878377 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HalvingReport 🔔 Hit that bell and stay sovereign

    1h 14m

  2. 07/28/2025

    Buy Bitcoin Without ID or Banks in the U.S. & Canada 🇺🇸🇨🇦💸

    In this episode of the Halving Report, host Brad Minds discusses how to buy Bitcoin using cash vouchers through Bitcoin Well. He emphasizes the importance of anonymity and ease of access, detailing the step-by-step process of purchasing Bitcoin without extensive KYC requirements. The episode includes a real-time demonstration of using a Bitcoin ATM and highlights the benefits of using Bitcoin Well's services, including a rewards program for users.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Bitcoin and Cash Vouchers02:54 Step-by-Step Guide to Buying Bitcoin06:04 Navigating Bitcoin ATMs and Wallets08:43 Real-Time Purchase Experience at Bitcoin ATM11:51 Conclusion and Market Insights 👇 Buy No KYC Cash Voucher for Bitcoin: 🔗 Sign up with our referral: https://bitcoinwell.com/referral/halvingreport 💼 OTC desk (for big moves): https://bitcoinwell.com/otc 🎥 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Bitcoin-only content! Drop your questions below – we reply to all. 🕵️‍♂️ Follow us in the shadows: 🐦 Twitter/X: twitter.com/halvingreport 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/halvingreport 🎵 Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/1KPu47A 🍏 Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast 📺 YouTube: youtube.com/@HalvingReport 🔔 Hit that bell and stay sovereign.

    13 min

  3. 07/20/2025

    From Chiang Mai to Canada: Why Thailand Is the Next Bitcoin Destination 🇹🇭💥

    In this episode, host Brad Mines welcomes Jimmy Kostro, a passionate 🇹🇭 Bitcoin educator and community builder based in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Brad reflects on how he unexpectedly discovered the 🧡 Bitcoin Learning Center after relocating to Chiang Mai — unaware he was moving into a hub of grassroots Bitcoin activism. Jimmy shares powerful insights from his work promoting 🪙 Bitcoin adoption in Thailand, including the founding of the Bitcoin Learning Center, now a cornerstone for 📚 education, 🤝 community outreach, and local engagement. The discussion explores 🇹🇭 quality of life in Thailand, Bitcoin’s transformative role in marginalized communities, and how the movement is scaling through 🔆 solar-powered mining and decentralized 🌐 nonprofit funding.They also dive into Jimmy’s unique approach to 🏠 real estate investment with Bitcoin, and his ambitious plans for the world’s first-ever 🏃‍♂️ Bitcoin Marathon, created in collaboration with 🏛️ local governments and universities.🎧 This is a must-listen episode for anyone interested in Bitcoin’s real-world impact—especially at the grassroots, community-driven level. Chapters 00:00 ⏱️ Introduction to Bitcoin in Chiang Mai 02:40 ✈️ Journey to Thailand and Chiang Mai 06:04 🧱 Building the Bitcoin Community 10:20 🧠 Educational Initiatives and Research 13:13 🙌 Empowering Marginalized Communities 16:39 ⚡ Innovative Projects and Bitcoin Mining 19:32 🏡 Real Estate and Bitcoin Investments21:57 💸 Funding Nonprofits with Bitcoin 25:53 🏃 The Bitcoin Marathon Initiative 31:39 🌱 Collaborations and Community Growth 36:20 🏛️ Engaging with Local Governments and Universities 📌 Follow Jimmy Kostro and his incredible work: 🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/JimmyKostro 🌐 Website: https://www.bitcoinchiangmai.org/ 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BitcoinChiangMai/videos 👇 Buy, Sell, Swap Lightning, or Pay Your Bills with Bitcoin:🔗 Sign up with our referral: https://bitcoinwell.com/referral/halvingreport 🎥 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Bitcoin-only content! Drop your questions below – we reply to all. 🕵️‍♂️ Follow us in the shadows:🐦 Twitter/X: twitter.com/halvingreport 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/halvingreport 🎵 Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/1KPu47A 🍏 Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast 📺 YouTube: youtube.com/@HalvingReport 🔔 Hit that bell and stay sovereign.

    38 min

  4. 07/06/2025

    Real Estate to Bitcoin & How ChatGPT Replaced a Decade of Therapy w/ Richard Ang

    In this episode, Brad Mines 🎙️ welcomes Richard Ang 🌐, who shares his journey into Bitcoin ₿ and the transformative power of AI 🤖 in personal growth 🌱. Richard discusses his experiences in Chiang Mai 🇹🇭, the impact of financial freedom 💸, and how AI has helped him reflect on his life and relationships ❤️. He shares emotional rituals 🔥 that have allowed him to let go of past traumas 🕊️ and embrace a new identity 🔄. The conversation highlights the potential of AI as a therapeutic tool 🧠 and the importance of self-discovery 🪞 in achieving personal growth 📈. Chapters ⏱️00:00 🪙 Introduction to Bitcoin and Chiang Mai03:42 🛤️ Richard’s Journey and Bitcoin Origin Story06:31 💰 The Quest for Financial Freedom09:32 🤖 AI as a Tool for Self-Discovery12:21 🧠 The Power of AI in Personal Growth15:28 🏘️ Letting Go of Real Estate18:26 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Healing Family Relationships through AI21:34 🔥 The Ritual of Goodbye24:37 🌅 Embracing Change and Moving Forward33:32 ✨ Rituals of Healing and Transformation38:14 ₿ The Shift from Real Estate Rich to Bitcoin Rich40:14 🧬 The Power of AI in Personal Growth53:00 🤝 Trust and Collaboration with AI01:03:39 🌍 The Vision for Future Healing and Transformation Connect with Richard Ang: https://x.com/rich052200 https://www.instagram.com/rich05220 If the episode resonated with you, reach out to sign up for beta round of testing, free of charge: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aYx3iAbT3eJlVeddp7pQCoEsLOdIM346/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=104580595262987759011&rtpof=true&sd=true 👇 Buy, Sell, Swap Lightning, or Pay Your Bills with Bitcoin:🔗 Sign up with our referral: https://bitcoinwell.com/referral/halvingreport 🎥 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Bitcoin-only content! Drop your questions below – we reply to all. 🕵️‍♂️ Follow us in the shadows:🐦 Twitter/X: twitter.com/halvingreport📸 Instagram: instagram.com/halvingreport🎵 Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/1KPu47A🍏 Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast📺 YouTube: youtube.com/@HalvingReport 🔔 Hit that bell and stay sovereign. #Bitcoin #BitcoinOnly #BitcoinWell #PayWithBitcoin #BTC #Sats #NotYourKeysNotYourCoins #Canada #USA #HalvingReport

    1h 10m

  5. 06/23/2025

    🎙️Quick Twitter Check while I Stack On-Chain 🧵

    In this episode of The Halving Report, host Brad Mines dives into the latest on Bitcoin’s price action and market sentiment, while spotlighting the critical role of education—especially for the next generation of Bitcoiners. Brad also delivers a clear, step-by-step tutorial on how to make an on-chain Bitcoin purchase using Bitcoin Well, a trusted Bitcoin-only, non-custodial exchange based in Canada. Plus, he recaps trending Bitcoin news from Twitter/X, explores growing institutional adoption, and breaks down why now might be the time to stack sats.👇 Start paying bills with Bitcoin:🔗 Sign up with our referral: https://bitcoinwell.com/referral/halvingreport💼 OTC desk (for big moves): https://bitcoinwell.com/otc 🎥 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Bitcoin-only content! Drop your questions below – we reply to all. 🕵️‍♂️ Follow us in the shadows:🐦 Twitter/X: twitter.com/halvingreport📸 Instagram: instagram.com/halvingreport🎵 Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/1KPu47A🍏 Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast📺 YouTube: youtube.com/@HalvingReport 🔔 Hit that bell and stay sovereign. #Bitcoin #BitcoinOnly #BitcoinWell #PayWithBitcoin #BTC #Sats #NotYourKeysNotYourCoins #Canada #USA #HalvingReport

    12 min
  6. Why Smart Bitcoiners Stack on Lightning First | UTXO Consolidation Tutorial

    06/19/2025

    Why Smart Bitcoiners Stack on Lightning First | UTXO Consolidation Tutorial

    🚨 In this episode of The Halving Report, host Brad Mines 🧢 walks you through how to swap Bitcoin from ⚡ Lightning to ⛓️ on-chain using Bitcoin Well — a 🇨🇦 Canada-based Bitcoin-only service.💡 Learn how to stack sats with low fees 💰, consolidate UTXOs 🧱, and increase your long-term on-chain security 🔐 — all while avoiding costly mistakes ❌ many new Bitcoiners make.🌏 Brad also shares some insights from the growing Bitcoin scene in Chiang Mai, Thailand 🇹🇭, and recent tax developments 🧾 that could affect Bitcoin holders in the region.💪 Whether you’re stacking daily 📈 or making big moves through OTC 🤝, this episode has something to help you level up 🚀.📌 Chapters:⏱️ 00:00 Introduction to Bitcoin and Lightning Network🔄 02:09 Swapping Bitcoin: A Step-by-Step Guide🏦 04:56 Understanding OTC Transactions and Bitcoin Well👇 Start paying bills with Bitcoin:🔗 Sign up with our referral: https://bitcoinwell.com/referral/halvingreport💼 OTC desk (for big moves): https://bitcoinwell.com/otc 🎥 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Bitcoin-only content! Drop your questions below – we reply to all. 🕵️‍♂️ Follow us in the shadows:🐦 Twitter/X: twitter.com/halvingreport📸 Instagram: instagram.com/halvingreport🎵 Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/1KPu47A🍏 Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast📺 YouTube: youtube.com/@HalvingReport 🔔 Hit that bell and stay sovereign. #Bitcoin #BitcoinOnly #BitcoinWell #PayWithBitcoin #BTC #Sats #NotYourKeysNotYourCoins #Canada #USA #HalvingReport

    7 min

  7. 06/09/2025

    Bringing Memes to Life | FOMO21 Co-Founder Neil Jacobs

    In this conversation, Neil Jacobs (https://x.com/neiljacobs) shares his experiences from the 🇺🇸 largest Bitcoin conference in Las Vegas, discussing the importance of 🤝 networking and 🌍 community within the Bitcoin space. He emphasizes the significance of 🎯 understanding your audience when marketing Bitcoin and the value of 🧠 authenticity in building a 📱 social media following.Neil also reflects on his transition from a career in 💼 accounting to 🚀 entrepreneurship with 🧢 FOMO21, a Bitcoin-themed merchandise company. He discusses his shift away from ⚖️ political involvement toward focusing on ₿ Bitcoin as a solution to broader societal issues.In this conversation, the speakers delve into: • 🧵 Elon Musk’s evolving stance on cryptocurrency • 📰 Curating reliable Bitcoin news • 📈 Price predictions and market sentiment • ⚽️ Hobbies beyond Bitcoin • 🇹🇭 The upcoming Bitcoin marathon in Thailand • 🦹‍♂️ Criticism & villains in the Bitcoin ecosystemThe conversation wraps up with 💡 valuable life advice and deeper insights into the ever-evolving Bitcoin community.Chapters00:00 🎬 Neil Jacobs Montage02:54 🤝 Networking and Community in Bitcoin06:03 🎯 Marketing Bitcoin: Strategies and Insights08:57 📱 Building a Following on Social Media11:57 🧠 Authenticity and Integrity in the Crypto Space14:59 💼 Transitioning from Accounting to Bitcoin Entrepreneurship18:12 🧢 FOMO21: Merging Passion with Business21:07 ⚖️ Politics vs. Bitcoin: A Shift in Focus23:58 🚀 Elon Musk’s Shift in Perspective26:06 📰 Curating Bitcoin News and Resources27:21 📈 Bitcoin Price Predictions and Market Sentiment29:47 ⚽️ Life Beyond Bitcoin: Hobbies and Interests31:56 🇹🇭 Bitcoin Marathon and Conference in Thailand34:50 🦹‍♂️ The Role of Villains in Bitcoin’s Journey39:19 ❗ Navigating Criticism and Scams in Crypto43:45 💡 Words of Wisdom and Final Thoughts🔗 BEST way to buy bitcoin: https://bitcoinwell.com/referral/halvingreport🧢 Get 10% OFF your ENTIRE ORDER at the biggest Bitcoin merch store → HTTP://fomo21.com/HALVINGREPORTLimited to one use per customer.🎥 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Bitcoin-only content! Drop your questions below – we reply to all. Follow us in the shadows: Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/halvingreport Instagram: https://instagram.com/halvingreport YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HalvingReportSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1KPu47A Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast🔔 Hit that bell and stay sovereign. #Bitcoin #BitcoinOnly #BitcoinWell #PayWithBitcoin #BTC #Sats #NotYourKeysNotYourCoins #Canada #USA #HalvingReport

    48 min

  8. 05/29/2025

    Living on the Bitcoin Standard in Thailand | How To Pay Your Bills In Bitcoin Using Bitcoin Well

    In this episode of Halving Report, we dive into how to pay your bills with Bitcoin using the Bitcoin Well platform – pure BTC power! 💥 Available for Canadians 🇨🇦 and Americans 🇺🇸, this step-by-step guide shows you how to stay sovereign while covering your expenses with bitcoin. We cover:• Signing in and navigating BitcoinWell.com 🖥️• Linking your bills to Bitcoin Well 📑• Sending BTC for seamless payments 💵• Keeping it non-custodial with your own wallet 🔐• Pro tips for smooth bill payments 🚀 👇 Start paying bills with Bitcoin:🔗 Sign up with our referral: https://bitcoinwell.com/referral/halv...💼 OTC desk (for big moves): https://bitcoinwell.com/otc 🎥 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Bitcoin-only content! Drop your questions below – we reply to all. 🕵️‍♂️ Follow us in the shadows:🐦 Twitter/X: twitter.com/halvingreport📸 Instagram: instagram.com/halvingreport🎵 Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/1KPu47A🍏 Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast📺 YouTube:    / @halvingreport   🔔 Hit that bell and stay sovereign. #Bitcoin #BitcoinOnly #BitcoinWell #PayWithBitcoin #BTC #Sats #NotYourKeysNotYourCoins #Canada #USA #HalvingReport

    4 min
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Welcome to The Halving Report Podcast — your countdown to the next Bitcoin halving and beyond. We dive into Bitcoin news, politics, and culture, bringing you sharp insights from top minds in the space. In a fast-moving industry where it’s easy to fall behind, we help you zoom out and see the bigger picture. Listen on your favorite podcast app or watch the full show on YouTube. Join us on the frontlines of the Bitcoin revolution.

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  • Creator
    Brad Mines
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Brad Mines
  • Show Website
    Halving Report