In this episode, Brandon Karpeles sits down with the legendary pseudonymous soapmaker known as **Soap Miner**, who has built a thriving Bitcoin-only soap business selling pure tallow products online—exclusively to Bitcoiners. Soap Miner shares how a deep distrust in mainstream products, medical narratives, and fiat money led him to Bitcoin—and eventually, to starting a business that aligns with his values. What began as a hobby quickly evolved into a full-time operation powered by a grassroots customer base on Nostr and beyond.We discuss:- Why he only accepts Bitcoin, and why he never will go back- How he sources high-quality, grass-fed tallow for his products- The shocking toxins in most commercial soaps- How Bitcoin enabled his financial freedom in semi-retirement- The power of Nostr and word-of-mouth among Bitcoiners- Why he believes Bitcoin commerce is key to its successSoap Miner’s story is proof that you don’t need to be a tech expert or live in a startup hub to thrive on a Bitcoin standard—you just need conviction, craft, and community. - Order his soap: https://soapminer.com - Follow Soap Miner on Nostr: @soapminer - X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/soapminer1 ⚡️ Bitcoin Well is the leading platform for buying and selling Bitcoin in Canada and the US. With Bitcoin Well Infinite, you can now make large purchases of over $50,000 through their OTC desk. Their white-glove service provides fast transactions with no slippage and the lowest fees in the market. Simply visit [bitcoinwell.com/sovreign](https://bitcoinwell.com/sovreign) to get started today.Want free Bitcoin Resources? Go here: [Sovreign.io/resources](https://sovreign.io/resources) Interested in a free 30-minute consultation to discuss Bitcoin in your business? Go here: https://sovreign.io/contact Connect with Brandon: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-karpeles-b122b45/ - Nostr: @plebiAnon Connect with Sovreign: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/officialsovreign - X: @sovreignX
