Mike Jarmuz (Twitter: @MikeJarmuz) is a co-founder of Lightning Ventures (website: https://ltng.ventures/). Its aim is to invest in Bitcoin companies with an emphasis on Lightning Network technology. There is both a fund (website: https://angel.co/i/ArCtj) and a syndicate (website: https://angel.co/s/lightningventures/ld5f4) that accredited investors can join.

Along with Tone Vays, he also also helps run Unconfiscatable, an annual "bitcoin not blockchain" conference in Las Vegas.

Mike is Changing the Tide by supporting entrepreneurs building Bitcoin companies on the rails of the Lightning Network. He is stoked on being a champion of Bitcoin companies bringing freedom and prosperity across the world.

You won't want to miss this show. We talk about:
*Mike's start in the music industry and how it got him interested in investing in private companies
*Mike's big break with two exits in the healthcare industry, and getting into BTC at the same time
*Who were his BTC influences?
*How angel investing can change your life
*How investing in BTC companies whose business models are decoupled from price movement can complement your HODL
*How to get started in angel investing, and with Lightning Ventures
*and more

**Note: Nothing in this podcast constitutes financial or legal advice. The content within is solely for educational purposes. Please consult tax and legal professionals before making financial or other decisions based on what you hear.**

Music: "Summer Nights" by Bobo Renthlei
Graphics: Kal Kassa
Host: Jon Crabtree
Producer: Jon Crabtree