Show notes
We cover:🔹 The UK’s culture gap: Bitcoin skepticism vs. US tailwinds🔹 FCA rules, “restricted mass-market” labels, and why retail can’t buy a BTC ETF🔹 Energy reality: curtailment costs, green taxes, and grid imbalance🔹 Mining as demand response: wind/solar integration and stranded power🔹 Media narratives: Susie’s BBC complaint saga & fact-checking failures🔹 Education: rebuilding financial literacy and critical thinking at home🔹 Policy playbook: contacting MPs, the Labour Party conference push, and the Bitcoin manifesto🔹 Hash rate & geopolitics: why UK participation (and decentralization) matter🎙 Guest: Susie Violet Wardhttps://www.instagram.com/bitcoinpolicyuk/https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-policy-uk/https://twitter.com/bitcoinpolicyukhttps://www.youtube.com/@Bitcoin-Policy-UKhttps://www.bitcoinpolicy.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/susie-violet-warhttps://twitter.com/DecentraSuze🔥 If this conversation resonates, subscribe and share it with someone who still thinks Bitcoin is “just another crypto.”👉 Book a call: https://abundantmines.com/book-a-call🎙 Timestamps00:00 – Intro & Welcome01:12 – Susie’s Bitcoin Journey & Early Lessons05:02 – Writing, Advocacy & Founding Bitcoin Policy UK11:08 – Education, School System & Teaching Kids About Bitcoin18:14 – Bitcoin in the UK vs the US20:22 – Policy, Regulation & Lobbying Efforts25:06 – Energy Crisis, Curtailment & Mining Solutions31:27 – Mining Opportunities & Proof of Concept Projects37:07 – Media Battles & Challenging the BBC46:04 – Vision for Bitcoin in the UK48:11 – Personal Definition of Success50:28 – Where to Follow Susie & ClosingDisclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial, legal, or tax advice. Always do your own research and consult with a qualified professional before making any investment or financial decisionsLearn more: https://abundantmines.com/ Follow us on X/Twitter: https://x.com/AbundantMines Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantmines/Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbundantMinesFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/