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 Ward https://www.instagram.com/bitcoinpolicyuk/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-policy-uk/ https://twitter.com/bitcoinpolicyuk https://www.youtube.com/@Bitcoin-Policy-UK https://www.bitcoinpolicy.uk/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/susie-violet-war https://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 🎙 Timestamps 00:00 – Intro & Welcome 01:12 – Susie’s Bitcoin Journey & Early Lessons 05:02 – Writing, Advocacy & Founding Bitcoin Policy UK 11:08 – Education, School System & Teaching Kids About Bitcoin 18:14 – Bitcoin in the UK vs the US 20:22 – Policy, Regulation & Lobbying Efforts 25:06 – Energy Crisis, Curtailment & Mining Solutions 31:27 – Mining Opportunities & Proof of Concept Projects 37:07 – Media Battles & Challenging the BBC 46:04 – Vision for Bitcoin in the UK 48:11 – Personal Definition of Success 50:28 – Where to Follow Susie & Closing Disclaimer: 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 decisions Learn 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/@AbundantMines Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abundant-mines/
