Frank Corva, a Bitcoin Magazine correspondent, shares his journey into Bitcoin, exploring its philosophical impact, governance, balancing life goals, and navigating the bitcoin space with curiosity and resilience.Pierre Corbin, CEO and co-founder of Flash, shares his journey from discovering Bitcoin to creating impactful documentaries, launching the Bitcoin Film Fest, and developing innovative Lightning Network payment solutions.› Follow Pierre on X: https://x.com/CierrePorbin› Become Unruggable – Bitcoin Self-Custody Mentorship ProgramTake control of your Bitcoin and secure your wealth with confidence. My mentorship program guides you through self-custody, security best practices, and avoiding common pitfalls. Get in touch:✉️ Email: becomeunruggable@proton.me X (Twitter): https://x.com/YourBTCStory⚡ Nostr: https://primal.net/ggHave questions? Want to level up your Bitcoin security? Reach out and let’s connect!› Secure Your Bitcoin Like a Pro! Wondering where to store your Bitcoin seed phrase? I trust StampSeed for ultimate durability and security! ✨ Get 15% OFF with code BTCSTORY Grab yours now: https://www.stampseed.com/› Lock in your spot at BTC Prague 2025 – Europe’s BIGGEST Bitcoin-only conference! Snag your early bird tickets now and save 10% with code BTCSTORY at checkout! ️⚡ Secure your tickets: btcprg.me/btcstory› Want to buy Bitcoin the right way? Use Bull Bitcoin for self-custody purchases and take control of your Bitcoin. Sign up with this link for reduced fees: app.bullbitcoin.com/registration/btcstory SUPPORT THE SHOWTip via Lightning: yourbtcstory@getalby.comTIMESTAMP00:00 Introduction to Bitcoin Journeys01:15 Frank Corva's Bitcoin Origin Story05:54 The Punk Ethos and Bitcoin's Spirit10:41 Bitcoin as a Time Investment14:20 The Role of Government in Bitcoin's Future22:55 The Importance of Self-Custody30:25 Navigating Bitcoin's Relationship with Power30:54 The Importance of Civil Society and Governance35:59 Reflections on the White House Crypto Summit42:08 Bitcoin's Role in Global Financial Systems47:57 Balancing Bitcoin Investment and Life Goals53:56 The Value of Time and Relationships Over Bitcoin59:59 The Nuances of Bitcoin and Self-Preservation01:01:28 Navigating Market Volatility and Emotional Well-being01:05:03 Tether's Role in Bitcoin and Financial Freedom01:10:12 Philosophical Concerns and Practical Realities of Tether01:20:09 Advice for New Bitcoin Enthusiasts: Stay CuriousBLOCK HEIGHT: 889365