In this episode of Bitcoin Journeys, I sit down with one of Bitcoin’s most respected early adopters, Pierre Rochard. We trace Pierre’s path from discovering Austrian economics and open-source software in high school to becoming a thought leader in the Bitcoin space.

Pierre shares how his understanding of monetary theory and software freedom primed him for Bitcoin, why he never bought into the altcoin hype, and what he sees as Bitcoin’s next frontier: institutional adoption. We discuss the rise of strategic Bitcoin reserves, how banks are preparing to integrate Bitcoin services, and why self-custody and custodial platforms will coexist in the future.

Pierre also dives into his latest venture, the Bitcoin Bond Company, which aims to bridge Bitcoin and the fixed-income market—educating bond investors and expanding Bitcoin’s role in global capital markets.

Whether you’re new to Bitcoin or a seasoned HODLer, this episode offers sharp insights into the long-term vision of Bitcoin as a cornerstone of the financial system.

📍 Topics Covered:

• Pierre’s Bitcoin origin story

• Altcoin skepticism and the illusion of diversification

• Anti-fragility and resilience of the Bitcoin network

• Bitcoin’s role in institutional finance and public policy

• The mission behind the Bitcoin Bond Company

• Advice for newcomers entering the space

🔗 Follow Pierre: @BitcoinPierre

In this episode, I sit down with Matt Golliher — a traditional financial advisor who went from calling Bitcoin “digital Beanie Babies” to founding Orange Horizon Wealth, a Bitcoin-focused financial advisory firm.

We explore:

• Matt’s Bitcoin awakening during the 2020 pandemic

• Why he believes Bitcoin solves the “costless production of money”

• The challenges of integrating Bitcoin into a regulated financial advisory practice

• How he educates clients on inflation, proof-of-work, and why Bitcoin is not like the rest of crypto

• His perspective on portfolio construction for Bitcoiners, including retirement planning and risk management

Matt brings a rare blend of Austrian economics, practical finance, and Bitcoin conviction — offering clear, grounded advice for those trying to bridge the gap between legacy finance and a Bitcoin standard.

Recommended books from this episode:

• The Bitcoin Standard by Saifedean Ammous

• Inventing Bitcoin by Yan Pritzker

Learn more about Matt’s work: https://orangehorizonwealth.com

Connect with Matt on Twitter: @MattGolliher

In this powerful episode of Bitcoin Journeys, Joe Consorti shares how a pandemic, a Bloomberg terminal, and two iconic essays led him to go all in on Bitcoin at just 19 years old. From questioning authority during COVID to now helping build Bitcoin-native financial infrastructure, Joe walks us through his personal journey, macroeconomic awakening, and the mission that drives his work today.We talk about: • How Masters and Slaves of Money and The Bullish Case for Bitcoin changed his life • Why he sees Bitcoin as the solution to manipulated interest rates and broken incentives • His work at Theya and Horizon, including turning home equity into Bitcoin • The importance of separating Bitcoin from the broader “crypto” space • His unapologetically political view on Bitcoin, Trump, and nation-state adoption • How the financialization of Bitcoin is just beginning — and what comes nextIf you’re passionate about freedom, sound money, and building a Bitcoin future, this one’s for you.⸻🔗 Resources Mentioned: • Masters and Slaves of Money by Robert Breedlove → https://www.breedlove22.com/masters-slaves-money • The Bullish Case for Bitcoin by Vijay Boyapati → https://www.bitcoinpage.com/the-bullish-case-for-bitcoin • The Bitcoin Layer research → https://www.thebitcoinlayer.com • Theya self-custody platform → https://www.theya.io • Horizon: Swap home equity for Bitcoin → https://www.horizonbtc.com • Bitcoin Age by Nik Bhatia → https://www.bitcoinagebook.com • River (Bitcoin-only exchange with proof of reserves) → https://www.river.com⸻📲 Connect with Joe: • Twitter / X: @JoeConsorti • Research: Theya | Horizon🎧Support the Show:If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review, and share the show. It helps more people discover Bitcoin and take their first steps toward financial sovereignty.