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In 2026, Bitcoin treasury stocks have taken a much bigger beating than Bitcoin itself. Dylan LeClair, Director of Bitcoin Strategy at Metaplanet, joins me from to explain why he thinks the bears got carried away. In this episode: Why treasury company stocks fell so much further than Bitcoin did His response to the criticism Parker Lewis brought to this show about perpetual preferred equitites What Metaplanet is building in Japan, where $7 trillion sits in cash earning nothing Whether he thinks Bitcoin has bottomed, from someone who swore off price calls Follow Dylan LeClair at https://x.com/DylanLeClair ---- Order Natalie's new book "Bitcoin is For Everyone," a simple introduction to Bitcoin and what's broken in our current financial system: https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU ---- Thank you to our Title Sponsor, Ledn: Borrow against your Bitcoin with Ledn, which has a perfect track record protecting over $11 billion in client value through every market cycle since 2018. And Tether Gold is now live on Ledn, giving you two of the most verifiably scarce, non-sovereign assets ever created, held side by side. Hard assets. Real flexibility. One platform. Get .25% off your first bitcoin-backed loan: https://www.Ledn.io/natalie ---- Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) powers AI and Bitcoin mining infrastructure with 3 GW of secured global energy — and owns the entire stack, from equipment manufacturing to data centers to proprietary orchestration software. Learn more at https://www.bitdeer.com. ---- Abundant Mines is a fully-managed Bitcoin mining in the U.S. You own the miners. You keep 100% of the Bitcoin. Voted #1 mining company by peers. Get 1 month of free hosting: AbundantMines.com/Natalie ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product Partners: Speed is my go-to Bitcoin Lightning wallet! Send, receive, or swap stablecoins and digital gold into Bitcoin in one app. Run a business? Speed powers Bitcoin payments for Steak 'n Shake, and it can do the same for you. Download at https://speed.app/natalie and use code COINSTORIES10 for 5,000 free sats after your first transaction. Download Bitkey Today and use my promo code STORIES to get 10% off the new Bitkey. This episode has been sponsored by Bitkey: https://bitkey.world/STORIES Master Bitcoin self-custody and gain peace of mind with 1-on-1 training: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie?utm_source=partner-natalie&utm_medium=podcast With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie Kalshi is the largest prediction market in the world. Use code HODL to win up to $500 when you trade $25 http://kalshi.com/r/HODL Natalie's Upcoming Events: The best time to plan for Bitcoin 2027 is right now. Early bird tickets are live — grab the lowest pricing available and use code HODL for 10% off: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL Extra Services to Consider: Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Ditch your fiat health insurance like I did four years ago! I pay less than $200 and my health care is covered. Join me at CrowdHealth: www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. Ads in this episode are baked-in and may reference promotions or offers that are no longer available at the time of listening.
Parker Lewis, Head of Business Development at Zaprite and author of Gradually, Then Suddenly, has been one of the clearest writers on Bitcoin as money for years. Lately he's been vocal about the Bitcoin treasury companies and the yield products built on them. I wanted to hear him out, but I also pushed back — because I think there's a version of these products that brings in people who wouldn't otherwise be here. We didn't land in the same place, which is what makes it worth your time. In this episode: Why Parker says the simplest way to save in Bitcoin is to own Bitcoin His answer to something I hear constantly: that Bitcoin is too volatile for most people His take on Digital Credit and whether it can work as an on-ramp for people who aren't ready to hold Bitcoin directly What he'd hold instead: a little Bitcoin, and the rest in...cash?? What the price of a ribeye steak over the last few years says about what's happening to your money Follow Parker Lewis on X https://x.com/parkeralewis ---- Order Natalie's new book "Bitcoin is For Everyone," a simple introduction to Bitcoin and what's broken in our current financial system: https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU ---- Thank you to our title sponsor LEDN. Borrow against your Bitcoin with Ledn, which has a perfect track record protecting over $11 billion in client value through every market cycle since 2018. And Tether Gold is now live on Ledn, giving you two of the most verifiably scarce, non-sovereign assets ever created, held side by side. Hard assets. Real flexibility. One platform. Get .25% off your first bitcoin-backed loan: https://www.Ledn.io/natalie ---- Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) powers AI and Bitcoin mining infrastructure with 3 GW of secured global energy — and owns the entire stack, from equipment manufacturing to data centers to proprietary orchestration software. Learn more at https://www.bitdeer.com. ---- Abundant Mines is a fully-managed Bitcoin mining in the U.S. You own the miners. You keep 100% of the Bitcoin. Voted #1 mining company by peers. Get 1 month of free hosting: AbundantMines.com/Natalie ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product Partners: Speed is my go-to Bitcoin Lightning wallet! Send, receive, or swap stablecoins and digital gold into Bitcoin in one app. Run a business? Speed powers Bitcoin payments for Steak 'n Shake, and it can do the same for you. Download at https://speed.app/natalie and use code COINSTORIES10 for 5,000 free sats after your first transaction. Download Bitkey Today and use my promo code STORIES to get 10% off the new Bitkey. This episode has been sponsored by Bitkey: https://bitkey.world/STORIES Master Bitcoin self-custody and gain peace of mind with 1-on-1 training: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie?utm_source=partner-natalie&utm_medium=podcast With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie Natalie's Upcoming Events: The best time to plan for Bitcoin 2027 is right now. Early bird tickets are live — grab the lowest pricing available and use code HODL for 10% off: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL Extra Services to Consider: Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Ditch your fiat health insurance like I did four years ago! I pay less than $200 and my health care is covered. Join me at CrowdHealth: www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. Ads in this episode are baked-in and may reference promotions or offers that are no longer available at the time of listening.
In this urgent PSA episode of Coin Stories, Natalie Brunell sits down with Rob Hamilton, co-founder and CEO of AnchorWatch and one of the first people to analyze the ColdCard seed hack on-chain, to explain what happened and what ColdCard users need to do right now. We cover: Which ColdCard models and firmware versions are affected Why the seed phrases became guessable in the first place, explained with no jargon Why moving your seed onto another manufacturer's device does not remove the risk What to do ASAP, step by step, including the test transaction people skip when they're panicked Follow Rob Hamilton at https://x.com/Rob1Ham - his DMs are open. ---- Order Natalie's new book "Bitcoin is For Everyone," a simple introduction to Bitcoin and what's broken in our current financial system: https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU ---- Ledn is the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $10 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Get .25% off your first loan, learn more at https://www.Ledn.io/natalie ---- Speed is my go-to Bitcoin Lightning wallet! Send, receive, or swap stablecoins and digital gold into Bitcoin in one app. Run a business? Speed powers Bitcoin payments for Steak 'n Shake, and it can do the same for you. Download at https://speed.app/natalie and use code COINSTORIES10 for 5,000 free sats after your first transaction. ---- Abundant Mines is a fully-managed Bitcoin mining in the U.S. You own the miners. You keep 100% of the Bitcoin. Voted #1 mining company by peers. Get 1 month of free hosting: AbundantMines.com/Natalie ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product Partners: Download Bitkey Today and use my promo code STORIES to get 10% off the new Bitkey: https://bitkey.world/STORIES Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie Natalie's Upcoming Events: The best time to plan for Bitcoin 2027 is right now. Early bird tickets are live — grab the lowest pricing available and use code HODL for 10% off: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL Extra Services to Consider: Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Ditch your fiat health insurance like I did four years ago! Join me at CrowdHealth: www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. Ads in this episode are baked-in and may reference promotions or offers that are no longer available at the time of listening.
In his first unrestricted one-on-one interview since stepping down as CEO of XXI, Jack Mallers joins Coin Stories to set the record straight on his departure and why he chose principles over a fortune on Wall Street. We discuss: Why he walked away from Twenty One Capital, and the disagreement that got him there His message to the people who invested because they believed in him Why he calls it a failure, and the guilt he says comes with it The blank check he was handed, and why he couldn't take it What he tells anyone who bought Bitcoin in 2021 and feels burned by the round-trip price action The one thing he says would send Bitcoin sharply higher Follow Jack Mallers on X https://x.com/jackmallers ---- Order Natalie's new book "Bitcoin is For Everyone," a simple introduction to Bitcoin and what's broken in our current financial system: https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU ---- Borrow against your Bitcoin with Ledn, the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $10 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Get .25% off your first loan, learn more at https://www.Ledn.io/natalie ---- Speed is my go-to Bitcoin Lightning wallet! Send, receive, or swap stablecoins and digital gold into Bitcoin in one app. Run a business? Speed powers Bitcoin payments for Steak 'n Shake, and it can do the same for you. Download at https://speed.app/natalie and use code COINSTORIES10 for 5,000 free sats after your first transaction. ---- Abundant Mines is a fully-managed Bitcoin mining in the U.S. You own the miners. You keep 100% of the Bitcoin. Voted #1 mining company by peers. Get 1 month of free hosting: AbundantMines.com/Natalie ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product Partners: Download Bitkey Today and use my promo code STORIES to get 10% off the new Bitkey. This episode has been sponsored by Bitkey: https://bitkey.world/STORIES Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie Natalie's Upcoming Events: The best time to plan for Bitcoin 2027 is right now. Early bird tickets are live — grab the lowest pricing available and use code HODL for 10% off: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL Extra Services to Consider: Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Ditch your fiat health insurance like I did four years ago! Join me at CrowdHealth: www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. Ads in this episode are baked-in and may reference promotions or offers that are no longer available at the time of listening. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing
Private equity has earned a reputation for loading companies with debt, cutting costs, and putting short-term returns ahead of the businesses themselves. But what if successful owners had another option? Nico Lechuga is a Bitcoin entrepreneur, a founding partner of Bitcoin venture capital firm Ego Death Capital, and co-founder of the newly launched holding company Orange Juice. He joins Coin Stories to explain a new model for acquiring profitable businesses, preserving what makes them valuable, and using their cash flow to build a Bitcoin treasury. In this episode: Why the private equity model can create destructive incentives for otherwise healthy businesses How Orange Juice hopes to offer owners an alternative when they are ready to step back or sell Why profitable "boring businesses" may be among the most overlooked assets in America How Bitcoin could become part of a long-term strategy for preserving and compounding business value What separates a real business opportunity from an idea that simply sounds exciting Follow Nico on X at https://x.com/nico_lechuga ---- Order Natalie's new book "Bitcoin is For Everyone," a simple introduction to Bitcoin and what's broken in our current financial system: https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU ---- Speed is my go-to Bitcoin Lightning wallet! Send, receive, or swap stablecoins and digital gold into Bitcoin in one app. Run a business? Speed powers Bitcoin payments for Steak 'n Shake, and it can do the same for you. Download at https://speed.app/natalie and use code COINSTORIES10 for 5,000 free sats after your first transaction. ---- Ledn is the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $10 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Get .25% off your first loan, learn more at https://www.Ledn.io/natalie ---- Abundant Mines is a fully-managed Bitcoin mining in the U.S. You own the miners. You keep 100% of the Bitcoin. Voted #1 mining company by peers. Get 1 month of free hosting: AbundantMines.com/Natalie ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product Partners: Download Bitkey Today and use my promo code STORIES to get 10% off the new Bitkey. This episode has been sponsored by Bitkey: https://bitkey.world/STORIES Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie Natalie's Upcoming Events: The best time to plan for Bitcoin 2027 is right now. Early bird tickets are live — grab the lowest pricing available and use code HODL for 10% off: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL Extra Services to Consider: Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Ditch your fiat health insurance like I did four years ago! Join me at CrowdHealth: www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. Ads in this episode are baked-in and may reference promotions or offers that are no longer available at the time of listening. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing
What does the future of Bitcoin mining actually look like? This week, Fred Thiel joins Coin Stories for a candid, wide-ranging conversation. Fred runs MARA (formerly Marathon Digital Holdings), one of the biggest public Bitcoin miners in the world. We get into why so many miners are pivoting to AI, what it means for Bitcoin, and his honest, big-picture read on where Bitcoin fits as an asset — including why he says power, not chips, has become the most valuable resource in tech, and why that puts some miners in a surprisingly strong position. We discuss: Why Bitcoin miners are pivoting to AI — and what it means for the network Why Fred has put Bitcoin "in a different box" The story behind MARA selling 20,000 Bitcoin Where he sees Bitcoin's price versus its long-term value His candid take on whether Bitcoin ever becomes money The quantum computing threat to Bitcoin wallets Follow Fred Thiel on X: https://x.com/fgthiel ---- Order Natalie's new book "Bitcoin is For Everyone," a simple introduction to Bitcoin and what's broken in our current financial system: https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU ---- Speed is my go-to Bitcoin Lightning wallet! Send, receive, or swap stablecoins and digital gold into Bitcoin in one app. Run a business? Speed powers Bitcoin payments for Steak 'n Shake, and it can do the same for you. Download at https://speed.app/natalie and use code COINSTORIES10 for 5,000 free sats after your first transaction. ---- Ledn is the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $10 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Get .25% off your first loan, learn more at https://www.Ledn.io/natalie ---- Abundant Mines is a fully-managed Bitcoin mining in the U.S. You own the miners. You keep 100% of the Bitcoin. Voted #1 mining company by peers. Get 1 month of free hosting: AbundantMines.com/Natalie ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product Partners: Download Bitkey Today and use my promo code STORIES to get 10% off the new Bitkey. This episode has been sponsored by Bitkey: https://bitkey.world/STORIES Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie Natalie's Upcoming Events: The best time to plan for Bitcoin 2027 is right now. Early bird tickets are live — grab the lowest pricing available and use code HODL for 10% off: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL Extra Services to Consider: Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Ditch your fiat health insurance like I did four years ago! Join me at CrowdHealth: www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. Ads in this episode are baked-in and may reference promotions or offers that are no longer available at the time of listening. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing
David Hunter says stocks have another 30% of upside left — and then the biggest crash since 1929. This week the veteran contrarian returns with his most specific targets yet. David lays out the melt-up he's been calling for, the global bust he thinks follows it, and the staggering amount of money he believes central banks will have to print to dig us out. He also shares his gold and silver targets, and gives his honest (and bearish) read on Bitcoin. We discuss: His targets: S&P: 10,000, Nasdaq: 36,000, Dow: 70,000, Russell: 4,000 — and why he just raised them Why he sees an 80% bear market coming, not a normal recession The $20 trillion the Fed may be forced to print Why 25% inflation could hit by the early 2030s Gold to $7,000, silver to $200 — then far higher next cycle His bearish Bitcoin call — and what would change his mind The one signal he watches to know the top is in Whether you agree with David or not, few people lay out a case this clearly. Follow David Hunter on X: https://x.com/DaveHcontrarian ---- Order my new book "Bitcoin is For Everyone," a simple introduction to Bitcoin and what's broken in our current financial system: https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU ---- Speed is my go-to Bitcoin Lightning wallet! Send, receive, or swap stablecoins and digital gold into Bitcoin in one app. Run a business? Speed powers Bitcoin payments for Steak 'n Shake, and it can do the same for you. Download at https://speed.app/natalie and use code COINSTORIES10 for 5,000 free sats after your first transaction. ---- Ledn is the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $10 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Get .25% off your first loan, learn more at https://www.Ledn.io/natalie ---- Abundant Mines is a fully-managed Bitcoin mining in the U.S. You own the miners. You keep 100% of the Bitcoin. Voted #1 mining company by peers. Get 1 month of free hosting: AbundantMines.com/Natalie ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product Partners: Download Bitkey Today and use my promo code STORIES to get 10% off the new Bitkey. This episode has been sponsored by Bitkey: https://bitkey.world/STORIES Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie ---- Natalie's Upcoming Events: The best time to plan for Bitcoin 2027 is right now. Early bird tickets are live — grab the lowest pricing available and use code HODL for 10% off: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL ---- Extra Services to Consider: Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Ditch your fiat health insurance like I did four years ago! Join me at CrowdHealth: www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. Ads in this episode are baked-in and may reference promotions or offers that are no longer available at the time of listening. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing
Who's really buying Bitcoin right now -- and why aren't more people paying attention? This week on Coin Stories, Natalie sits down with Julian Liniger, co-founder and CEO of Relai, Europe's leading Bitcoin-only exchange, live at BTC Prague. After onboarding more than 100,000 Europeans to Bitcoin, Julian has a rare, ground-level view of who's actually buying — and it's not who you'd expect. He shares what his data reveals about everyday people turning to Bitcoin, why European savers feel squeezed, why retail interest has gone quiet, and where he thinks the price goes from here. We discuss: The surprising kind of person quietly buying the most Bitcoin in Europe The one thing that always brings retail buyers rushing back Why Julian thinks the worst is behind us in this bear market— and how high he sees Bitcoin going next The mindset that keeps people "too late" to Bitcoin, over and over Julian's plan to turn a Bitcoin app into a billion-dollar public company ---- Order Natalie's new book "Bitcoin is For Everyone," a simple introduction to Bitcoin and what's broken in our current financial system: https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU ---- Speed is my go-to Bitcoin Lightning wallet! Send, receive, or swap stablecoins and digital gold into Bitcoin in one app. Run a business? Speed powers Bitcoin payments for Steak 'n Shake, and it can do the same for you. Download at https://speed.app/natalie and use code COINSTORIES10 for 5,000 free sats after your first transaction. ---- Ledn is the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $10 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Get .25% off your first loan, learn more at https://www.Ledn.io/natalie ---- Abundant Mines is a fully-managed Bitcoin mining in the U.S. You own the miners. You keep 100% of the Bitcoin. Voted #1 mining company by peers. Get 1 month of free hosting: AbundantMines.com/Natalie ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product Partners: Download Bitkey Today and use my promo code STORIES to get 10% off the new Bitkey. This episode has been sponsored by Bitkey: https://bitkey.world/STORIES Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie Natalie's Upcoming Events: The best time to plan for Bitcoin 2027 is right now. Early bird tickets are live — grab the lowest pricing available and use code HODL for 10% off: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL Extra Services to Consider: Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Ditch your fiat health insurance like I did four years ago! Join me at CrowdHealth: www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. Ads in this episode are baked-in and may reference promotions or offers that are no longer available at the time of listening. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing
Has Bitcoin finally hit bottom? This week, one of the most trusted names in macro gives her honest read on where we are — and where we go from here. Lyn Alden returns to cut through the noise: why hard assets like Bitcoin and gold have been left behind, and why she says no rescue is coming — Bitcoin has to prove itself on its own. She also breaks down the volatility around Strategy's digital credit and the protocol fight dividing the Bitcoin community. We discuss: Whether Bitcoin has hit its floor — and the lowest sentiment Lyn's ever seen Why Bitcoin proxies and leveraged products can't replace real, self-custodied Bitcoin What actually happened with Strategy's $STRC — and how worried holders should be Her grounded take on the protocol wars, and why the "existential threat" talk is overblown Why the big money print everyone's waiting for still isn't coming Follow Lyn Alden on X (@LynAldenContact) and at lynalden.com —— Order Natalie's new book "Bitcoin is For Everyone," a simple introduction to Bitcoin and what's broken in our current financial system: https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU —— Speed is my go-to Bitcoin Lightning wallet! Send, receive, or swap stablecoins and digital gold into Bitcoin in one app. Run a business? Speed powers Bitcoin payments for Steak 'n Shake, and it can do the same for you. Download at https://speed.app/natalie and use code COINSTORIES10 for 5,000 free sats after your first transaction. —— Ledn is the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $10 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Get .25% off your first loan, learn more at https://www.Ledn.io/natalie ---- Abundant Mines is a fully-managed Bitcoin mining in the U.S. You own the miners. You keep 100% of the Bitcoin. Voted #1 mining company by peers. Get 1 month of free hosting: AbundantMines.com/Natalie ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product Partners: Download Bitkey Today and use my promo code STORIES to get 10% off the new Bitkey. This episode has been sponsored by Bitkey: https://bitkey.world/STORIES Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie Natalie's Upcoming Events: The best time to plan for Bitcoin 2027 is right now. Early bird tickets are live — grab the lowest pricing available and use code HODL for 10% off: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL Extra Services to Consider: Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Ditch your fiat health insurance like I did four years ago! Join me at CrowdHealth: www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. Ads in this episode are baked-in and may reference promotions or offers that are no longer available at the time of listening. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing
Are you a mama walking through chronic pain or invisible illness while trying to love your husband and kids well? You're not alone, and there is real hope.In this raw and encouraging episode, I sit down with author and disability advocate Sydney Anne Bennett to talk about her journey with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). Just weeks after her honeymoon, Sydney's life changed dramatically as she began experiencing daily seizures, chronic pain, and mobility challenges while stepping into motherhood.Sydney shares honestly about how chronic pain affects emotional processing in marriage and with her kids, the guilt and grief that come with it, and what it looks like to keep showing up as a wife and mom even when your body won't cooperate. We talk about releasing mom guilt, redefining “good motherhood,” and holding onto faith when life feels broken.If you battle invisible illness, chronic pain, fear, or feel alone in your suffering, this episode is for you. You'll walk away with practical hope and biblical truth that points you toward real restoration.Grab your coffee (even if it's cold and reheated) and press play. You'll finish this episode feeling encouraged and less alone.If this episode blessed you, please like, subscribe, rate, and review so we can help more hurting mamas find hope and restoration in their motherhood journey!Sydney's Links:sydneyannebennett.comGrab Sydney Anne's Book HERE!Follow Sydney Anne on Instagram @the.annegirlSponsor:The Motherhood Restored ProgramQuestions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie:Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachFacebook: facebook.com/angrymamacoachYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements:Producer and editor: Natalie HixsonMusic: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
Ledn Co-Founder Mauricio Di Bartolomeo joins Natalie Brunell for a first-time announcement: Tether's tokenized gold (XAUt) is coming to Ledn — the first step toward gold-backed loans later this year. He answers the Bitcoin purists on adding gold, breaks down Ledn's first S&P investment-grade bond backed by Bitcoin loans, and gives a firsthand account of Venezuela after Maduro's capture. Topics we cover: XAUt tokenized gold (real bars in Tether's Swiss vaults) coming to Ledn, with gold-backed loans later this year Inside Ledn's first S&P investment-grade bond backed by Bitcoin loans — and how the ABS market could scale Bitcoin credit toward $1 trillion Mauricio's answer to Bitcoiners who don't like credit products or investing in other assets Natalie's experience taking her first Ledn loan: https://youtu.be/xD3ZoZ2woPk?si=ix0HKnD85hqMTokU Why Ledn caps loans at 50% LTV, and how auto top-off protects borrowers from liquidation His read on "seller exhaustion" and why he expects a summer price come-back Venezuela after Maduro's capture — and the crackdown on its illegal gold mines Follow Mauricio Di Bartolomeo on X https://x.com/cryptonomista and sign up for Ledn at ledn.io/natalie to get .25% off your first loan. ---- Order Natalie's new book "Bitcoin is For Everyone," a simple introduction to Bitcoin and what's broken in our current financial system: https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU ---- Have you downloaded SPEED WALLET yet? It's my go-to Lightning wallet — send, receive, and swap Bitcoin, stablecoins, and digital gold in one app. Run a business? Speed powers Bitcoin payments for Steak 'n Shake, and it can do the same for you. Download at www.speed.app/natalie and use code COINSTORIES10 for 5,000 free sats after your first transaction. ---- Ledn is the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $10 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Get .25% off your first loan, learn more at https://www.Ledn.io/natalie ---- Abundant Mines is a fully-managed Bitcoin mining in the U.S. You own the miners. You keep 100% of the Bitcoin. Voted #1 mining company by peers. Get 1 month of free hosting: AbundantMines.com/Natalie ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product Partners: Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 10% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world/STORIES Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie ---- Natalie's Upcoming Events: Join us for the biggest Bitcoin conference in Europe at BTC Prague this June 10-13 with a keynote from Michael Saylor, Code HODL for discounted passes: https://btcprague.com/ The best time to plan for Bitcoin 2027 is right now. Early bird tickets are live — grab the lowest pricing available and use code HODL for 10% off: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL ---- Extra Services to Consider: Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Ditch your fiat health insurance like I did four years ago! Join me at CrowdHealth: www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. Ads in this episode are baked-in and may reference promotions or offers that are no longer available at the time of listening. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing
Four of the biggest voices in Bitcoin — Michael Saylor, Whitney Webb, Jeff Booth, and Col. Douglas Macgregor — in one episode. We went back through the most-watched, most-shared moments from the show and built them into a single story: what's broken with the money, why Bitcoin fixes it, and what you can actually do about it. In about 35 minutes you'll hear the clearest case for why the system feels rigged, why these four believe Bitcoin is the way out, and the one line Saylor leaves you with: Bitcoin will win — but not everyone wins with it. Topics: Why Jeff Booth says we've never actually lived in a free market Michael Saylor on why Bitcoin is "the best asset, with no second best" How broken money quietly concentrates wealth at the very top Whitney Webb on digital ID, programmable money, and how to opt out Why no politician or billionaire is coming to save you The mindset shift that turns doom into building something better ----- Order Natalie's new book "Bitcoin is For Everyone," a simple introduction to Bitcoin and what's broken in our current financial system: https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU --- Coin Stories is powered by Gemini. Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Earn up to 4% back in sats on everyday purchases like gas and groceries. Sign up today https://www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Ledn is the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $10 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Get .25% off your first loan, learn more at https://www.Ledn.io/natalie ---- Abundant Mines is a fully-managed Bitcoin mining in the U.S. You own the miners. You keep 100% of the Bitcoin. Voted #1 mining company by peers. Get 1 month of free hosting: AbundantMines.com/Natalie ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product Partners: Check out my favorite lightning wallet and trivia app Speed Wallet. If you're a business, let Speed help you accept BTC like they did for Steak 'n Shake! Visit http://speed.app/natalie/ and use code COINSTORIES10 for 5,000 free sats Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 10% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie Natalie's Upcoming Events: Join us for the biggest Bitcoin conference in Europe at BTC Prague this June 10-13 with a keynote from Michael Saylor, Code HODL for discounted passes: https://btcprague.com/ The best time to plan for Bitcoin 2027 is right now. Early bird tickets are live — grab the lowest pricing available and use code HODL for 10% off: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL Extra Services to Consider: Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Ditch your fiat health insurance like I did four years ago! Join me at CrowdHealth: www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. Ads in this episode are baked-in and may reference promotions or offers that are no longer available at the time of listening. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing
Hey Mama! Have you ever felt disconnected from your child because of past mom rage? You're not alone. In this encouraging solo episode, Healing the Bond Mom Rage Broke With Your Child, we're diving into how to rebuild that precious mother-child relationship through prayer, humility, repentance, and the grace of Jesus. A mom recently shared: “Sometimes, because of the mom rage I've felt with my daughter, I don't feel as connected with her. I'd love any recommendations on how to foster our relationship so as she gets older, we're both not feeling that.” If this resonates with you, this episode is for you. We talk about starting with prayer to heal hearts first, the important mindset shift from forcing friendship to modeling Jesus, practical ways to reconnect at every age, and how to repair quickly after blow-ups. You'll walk away with real hope, biblical truth, and simple next steps to restore connection. Grab your coffee and press play—you'll finish this episode feeling encouraged, equipped, and ready to take one small step toward healing. Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help more discouraged and angry mamas find hope and restoration in their motherhood journey! Motherhood Restored – 10-week group coaching programThe next group starts July 13th, 2026!Click HERE for the details and to apply for the program!Links Mentioned:Life with an Angry Mom: Interview with Natalie's Oldest DaughterCan You Over Apologize to Your Kids? Natalie's Oldest Daughter Answers Your QuestionsQuestions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie:Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachFacebook: facebook.com/angrymamacoachYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements:Producer and editor: Natalie HixsonMusic: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
In this episode, I sit down with poet, essayist and academic Natalie Rose Dyer to explore the ideas behind her groundbreaking book The Menstrual Imaginary in Literature: Notes on a Wild Fluidity.We begin with Natalie's own journey into this work - what drew her to menstruation as a site of philosophical, political, and creative inquiry, and how her doctoral research evolved into a call to reimagine menstrual experience beyond pathology, shame, and silence.Together we explore the menstrual imaginary as a "wild zone of unacknowledged creativity," discussing menstrual knowledge, embodied knowing, feminist writing, and the cyclical body as a source of softly rebellious wisdom. We linger with writers such as Hélène Cixous and the tradition of women writing through and from the body, tracing how poetry, blood, creativity, and sexual difference intertwine.The conversation then turns toward Natalie's more recent work and the posthuman horizons emerging from her thinking. We explore what becomes possible when menstruation is understood not only as a bodily process, but as a site of connection with matter, ecosystems, non-human life, and new forms of becoming.A rich conversation on embodiment, creativity, feminist resistance, wildness, and the futures that become imaginable when we learn to listen to the wisdom of cyclical life.More about Natalie: Natalie teaches into the Creative Writing Program at The University of Melbourne where she is Honorary Research Fellow. Natalie is the recipient of The Peter Steele Poetry Award 2021, and was highly commended for the 2024 Vincent Buckley Poetry Prize. She is presently completing work on her first collection towards publication this year. Natalie's poetry is widely published in literary journals including Meanjin Quarterly, Australian Poetry and Cordite Poetry Review. Her book Notes on a Wild Fluidity was published with Palgrave (2020). Nothing But a Fine Nerve Meter; New Maps at the Planetary Turn was recently published (2025) with Revolutionaries Press. Natalie issues a call to re-write ourselves as planetary players, tethered to place yet attuned to fault lines of poetic rupture, care, and resistance.Enjoy!---
Natalie Brunell sits down with Strategy's Michael Saylor at BTC Prague, just after he took heat for selling 32 Bitcoin — and for recent comments defending how he measures the company's growth and what its stock is really worth. Saylor answers the critics and short sellers head-on, explaining why "never sell your Bitcoin" is advice for everyday holders, no longer a rule for a company built to buy Bitcoin and pay out Bitcoin-backed dividends. We discuss: Why "never sell your Bitcoin" is advice for individual retail investors How the company is built to survive a crash Why he argues Bitcoin needs credit to keep winning The four ideologies of Bitcoin When he expects capital to rotate back from AI into Bitcoin Follow Michael Saylor on X https://x.com/saylor ---- Order Natalie's new book "Bitcoin is For Everyone," a simple introduction to Bitcoin and what's broken in our current financial system: https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU --- Coin Stories is powered by Gemini. Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Earn up to 4% back in sats on everyday purchases like gas and groceries. Sign up today https://www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Ledn is the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $10 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Get .25% off your first loan, learn more at https://www.Ledn.io/natalie ---- Abundant Mines is a fully-managed Bitcoin mining in the U.S. You own the miners. You keep 100% of the Bitcoin. Voted #1 mining company by peers. Get 1 month of free hosting: AbundantMines.com/Natalie ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product Partners: Check out my favorite lightning wallet and trivia app Speed Wallet. If you're a business, let Speed help you accept BTC like they did for Steak 'n Shake! Visit http://speed.app/natalie/ and use code COINSTORIES10 for 5,000 free sats Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 10% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world/STORIES Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie Natalie's Upcoming Events: The best time to plan for Bitcoin 2027 is right now. Early bird tickets are live — grab the lowest pricing available and use code HODL for 10% off: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL Extra Services to Consider: Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Ditch your fiat health insurance like I did four years ago! Join me at CrowdHealth: www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. Ads in this episode are baked-in and may reference promotions or offers that are no longer available at the time of listening. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing
Episode 128: Tending Your Spirit with Natalie Natalie is a healer, a space-holder, and a fellow traveler on this wild human path. Her work lives at the intersection of energy healing, depth psychology, and sacred ceremony — and her deepest purpose is helping people come home to themselves. She works with the Emotion Code, Gestalt therapy, subconscious rewiring, ceremony, song, and the sacred intelligence of your own nervous system. Together with her clients, you go to the root — not just the symptom. Website: www.tendingyourspirit.com Booking: www.heal.me/tendingyourspirit Upcoming group events: Song Circles (monthly) www.heal.me/tendingyourspirit/events/songcircle Solstice Meditation and Sound journey (this is a one time collaboration) www.heal.me/tendingyourspirit/events/june Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@tendingyourspirit Instagram: www.instagram.com/tendingyourspirit Podcast IG: www.instagram.com/daughtersofthemilkyway Podcast on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2XU8taIyNbT10sEDe6FrHb?si=b0b55e417bba4463 Podcast on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@daughtersofthemilkywaypodcast?si=smDS7FzY7BWO-IBi
Morgan Stanley manages trillions — and it's now putting Bitcoin in front of clients. Amy Oldenburg runs the firm's digital asset strategy, and she joins Natalie Brunell to break down what Wall Street actually sees in Bitcoin, why the price has been stuck, and what could finally move it. She also explains how much Bitcoin Morgan Stanley tells clients to own, why most financial advisors still aren't on board, and her honest take on where the price goes over the next 5 years. Topics: Why a 26-year Wall Street veteran embraced Bitcoin How much Bitcoin Morgan Stanley recommends owning Why Bitcoin is stuck even as the banks pile in What could spark the next big move Her real 5-year and 10-year Bitcoin outlook Why "all crypto is the same" is a costly mistake Amy Oldenburg is Head of Digital Asset Strategy at Morgan Stanley. Connect with her on LinkedIn. ---- Order Natalie's new book "Bitcoin is For Everyone," a simple introduction to Bitcoin and what's broken in our current financial system: https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU --- Coin Stories is powered by Gemini. Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Earn up to 4% back in sats on everyday purchases like gas and groceries. Sign up today https://www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Ledn is the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $10 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Get .25% off your first loan, learn more at https://www.Ledn.io/natalie ---- Abundant Mines is a fully-managed Bitcoin mining in the U.S. You own the miners. You keep 100% of the Bitcoin. Voted #1 mining company by peers. Get 1 month of free hosting: AbundantMines.com/Natalie ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product Partners: Check out my favorite lightning wallet and trivia app Speed Wallet. If you're a business, let Speed help you accept BTC like they did for Steak 'n Shake! Visit http://speed.app/natalie/ and use code COINSTORIES10 for 5,000 free sats Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 10% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie Natalie's Upcoming Events: Join us for the biggest Bitcoin conference in Europe at BTC Prague this June 10-13 with a keynote from Michael Saylor, Code HODL for discounted passes: https://btcprague.com/ The best time to plan for Bitcoin 2027 is right now. Early bird tickets are live — grab the lowest pricing available and use code HODL for 10% off: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL Extra Services to Consider: Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Ditch your fiat health insurance like I did four years ago! Join me at CrowdHealth: www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. Ads in this episode are baked-in and may reference promotions or offers that are no longer available at the time of listening. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing
Hey Mama!Are you carrying resentment toward your own mom and noticing how it's affecting your parenting? In this powerful solo episode, Forgiveness That Heals Your Parenting, we're diving deep into how true forgiveness can set you free and transform your home.A mom recently shared with me: “I have realized lately that I do think I have some resentment towards my mom. In some ways, I blame her for my parenting challenges.” If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. We talk about why unforgiveness fuels anger and burnout, how to develop real empathy and compassion, and what it actually looks like to fully release past hurts.You'll learn practical tools for validating your feelings, stopping the cycle of reactivity with your kids, and walking in the freedom Jesus offers. We also answer common questions about forgiveness and share a simple but powerful homework assignment from Scripture.Grab your coffee and press play, you'll finish this episode feeling lighter, more hopeful, and equipped to forgive.Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other discouraged and angry mamas find hope and restoration in their motherhood journey!Resources & Links:Free Trigger Tracker – Download here! You'll also be notified when the next 30-Day Reset and Motherhood Restored program opens!Motherhood Restored – 10-week group coaching program opening JulyHow to Calm Anger in the Moment - SIT & PrayQuestions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie:Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachFacebook: facebook.com/angrymamacoachYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements:Producer and editor: Natalie HixsonMusic: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
Don't let the stock market highs fool you. Macro analyst Luke Gromen, founder of FFTT, returns to deliver a brutal reality check on what is actually happening to your money. While mainstream media celebrates green days, a hidden liquidity crisis is building behind the scenes. In this episode, Gromen exposes the massive distortion in today's markets—the seven tech stocks holding up the entire economy and why Bitcoin has fallen so far behind as stocks hit ATHs. If you want to protect your portfolio from the ultimate "sudden stop," this is the realist roadmap you cannot afford to miss. We discuss: The AI Liquidity Trap: Why soaring tech stocks are secretly starving Bitcoin of cash. The S&P 500 Illusion: How just seven AI stocks are masking a massive market flatline. The Bitcoin Bottom: Why technical indicators point to a potential correction down to $40K. The Tech Bubble Trap: Why the government is mathematically forced to keep the AI bubble alive. Follow Luke Gromen https://x.com/LukeGromen ---- Order Natalie's new book "Bitcoin is For Everyone," a simple introduction to Bitcoin and what's broken in our current financial system: https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU --- Coin Stories is powered by Gemini. Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Earn up to 4% back in sats on everyday purchases like gas and groceries. Sign up today https://www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Ledn is the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $10 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Get .25% off your first loan, learn more at https://www.Ledn.io/natalie ---- Abundant Mines is a fully-managed Bitcoin mining in the U.S. You own the miners. You keep 100% of the Bitcoin. Voted #1 mining company by peers. Get 1 month of free hosting: AbundantMines.com/Natalie ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product Partners: Check out my favorite lightning wallet and trivia app Speed Wallet. If you're a business, let Speed help you accept BTC like they did for Steak 'n Shake! Visit http://speed.app/natalie/ and use code COINSTORIES10 for 5,000 free sats Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 10% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie Natalie's Upcoming Events: Join us for the biggest Bitcoin conference in Europe at BTC Prague this June 10-13 with a keynote from Michael Saylor, Code HODL for discounted passes: https://btcprague.com/ The best time to plan for Bitcoin 2027 is right now. Early bird tickets are live — grab the lowest pricing available and use code HODL for 10% off: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL Extra Services to Consider: Ditch your fiat health insurance like I did four years ago! Join me at CrowdHealth: www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. Ads in this episode are baked-in and may reference promotions or offers that are no longer available at the time of listening. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing
Prevalon Energy CFO Ben Hunnewell joins Natalie Brunell to explain why his company became the first to hold STRC, the Bitcoin-backed digital credit instrument from Strategy, and why Bitcoin skeptics have it all wrong. Topics include Why STRC changed everything, and why a cautious CFO finally said yes Whether Strive's daily dividends could challenge Strategy's dominance The truth behind data center power consumption and the "23 Hiroshima bombs" claim How Bitcoin miners turn flare gas and stranded energy into grid stability Why you can't print energy, data centers, or the things that actually matter Follow Ben Hunnewell https://x.com/MSTRProphet ---- Order Natalie's new book "Bitcoin is For Everyone," a simple introduction to Bitcoin and what's broken in our current financial system: https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU --- Coin Stories is powered by Gemini. Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Earn up to 4% back in sats on everyday purchases like gas and groceries. Sign up today https://www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Ledn is the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $10 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Get .25% off your first loan, learn more at https://www.Ledn.io/natalie ---- Abundant Mines is a fully-managed Bitcoin mining in the U.S. You own the miners. You keep 100% of the Bitcoin. Voted #1 mining company by peers. Get 1 month of free hosting: AbundantMines.com/Natalie ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product Partners: Check out my favorite lightning wallet and trivia app Speed Wallet. If you're a business, let Speed help you accept BTC like they did for Steak 'n Shake! Visit http://speed.app/natalie/ and use code COINSTORIES10 for 5,000 free sats Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie Natalie's Upcoming Events: Join us for the biggest Bitcoin conference in Europe at BTC Prague this June 10-13 with a keynote from Michael Saylor, Code HODL for discounted passes: https://btcprague.com/ The best time to plan for Bitcoin 2027 is right now. Early bird tickets are live — grab the lowest pricing available and use code HODL for 10% off: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL Extra Services to Consider: Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Ditch your fiat health insurance like I did four years ago! Join me at CrowdHealth: www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. Ads in this episode are baked-in and may reference promotions or offers that are no longer available at the time of listening. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing
Strive ($ASST) just launched the first daily Bitcoin dividend in stock market history — paying a 13% yield through $SATA. Chief Risk Officer Jeff Walton breaks down how Strive (now the 8th largest Bitcoin treasury company) is competing with Michael Saylor's Strategy, why he bet his entire savings on MSTR, and how digital credit is reshaping fixed income forever. We discuss: • How Strive beat Strategy to the first-ever daily Bitcoin dividend • Where the 13% yield actually comes from (and why it's not a Ponzi) • The insurance industry analogy that explains Bitcoin treasury risk • Jeff's personal story: from the 2008 crash to his 2,000% MSTR options trade • Why traditional junk bonds and private credit are becoming obsolete Follow Jeff Walton https://x.com/PunterJeff ---- Order Natalie's new book "Bitcoin is For Everyone," a simple introduction to Bitcoin and what's broken in our current financial system: https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU --- Coin Stories is powered by Gemini. Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Earn up to 4% back in sats on everyday purchases like gas and groceries. Sign up today https://www.gemini.com/natalie ---- Ledn is the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $9 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Get .25% off your first loan, learn more at https://www.Ledn.io/natalie ---- Abundant Mines is a fully-managed Bitcoin mining in the U.S. You own the miners. You keep 100% of the Bitcoin. Voted #1 mining company by peers. Get 1 month of free hosting: AbundantMines.com/Natalie ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product Partners: Check out my favorite lightning wallet and trivia app Speed Wallet. If you're a business, let Speed help you accept BTC like they did for Steak 'n Shake! Visit http://speed.app/natalie/ and use code COINSTORIES10 for 5,000 free sats Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie With BitcoinIRA, you can invest in bitcoin 24/7 inside a tax-advantaged IRA. Choose a Traditional IRA to defer taxes, or a Roth IRA for tax-free withdrawals later. Take control of your future with BitcoinIRA: https://www.bitcoinira.com/natalie Natalie's Upcoming Events: Join us for the biggest Bitcoin conference in Europe at BTC Prague this June 10-13 with a keynote from Michael Saylor, Code HODL for discounted passes: https://btcprague.com/ The best time to plan for Bitcoin 2027 is right now. Early bird tickets are live — grab the lowest pricing available and use code HODL for 10% off: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2027?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=HODL Extra Services to Consider: Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie Ditch your fiat health insurance like I did four years ago! Join me at CrowdHealth: www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. Ads in this episode are baked-in and may reference promotions or offers that are no longer available at the time of listening. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing
Are you an angry, exhausted mama who feels stuck in the cycle of “I'll be a better mom tomorrow… but tomorrow never comes”? You're not alone, and there is real hope.In this encouraging episode, I sit down with best-selling author and pastor's wife Rhonda Stoppe to talk about her powerful new book, Moms of the Bible. Rhonda shares her own raw motherhood struggles with anger, hormones, and challenging moments (including the vulnerable time she told her daughter to “shut up”), and we explore the real, flawed, and faithful moms of Scripture who show us that God can still use imperfect mothers to raise world-changers.If you battle rage, guilt, shame, or feel scared and alone in your anger, this episode is for you. You'll walk away with practical hope and biblical truth that leads toward real restoration.Grab your coffee (even if it's cold and reheated) and press play. You'll finish this episode feeling encouraged and less alone.If this episode blessed you, please like, subscribe, rate, and review so we can help more angry and overwhelmed mamas find hope and restoration in their motherhood journey!Rhonda's Links:www.rhondastoppe.comGrab Rhonda's Book HERE!Follow Rhonda on Instagram @rhondastoppeSponsor:The Motherhood Restored ProgramQuestions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie:Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachFacebook: facebook.com/angrymamacoachYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements:Producer and editor: Natalie HixsonMusic: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
Hey Mama!Are you feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and like motherhood is nothing like you expected? In this Season 3 premiere episode, I'm sharing a powerful truth that completely changed my perspective and my home: Motherhood is not for your convenience.We open God's Word to discover why God created motherhood in the first place, what His real purpose is for us as moms, and how shifting from “this should make my life easier” to God's design brings freedom from anger, burnout, and overwhelm.You'll hear Biblical examples, real-life honesty about interruptions, exhaustion, and training little sinful hearts, plus the beautiful truth that we love God by loving and serving our families.Grab your coffee (cold and reheated counts) and press play, you'll finish this episode feeling encouraged, refreshed, and more surrendered to the Lord.Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other discouraged and angry mamas find hope and restoration in their motherhood journey!Resources & Links:Free Trigger Tracker – Download here! (You'll also be notified when the next 30-Day Reset and Motherhood Restored program opens!)Motherhood Restored – 10-week group coaching program opening JulyCan I Be a Proverbs 31 Mama? - Episode 35Natalie's Story Out of Destructive Anger - Episode 1Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie:Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachFacebook: facebook.com/angrymamacoachYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements:Producer and editor: Natalie HixsonMusic: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
Hey Mama! Are you feeling like your house, schedule, and heart are all bursting at the seams? In this episode, I'm chatting with Diane Boden, host of the Minimalist Moms podcast, about how living with less can give overwhelmed mamas more calm, more joy, and more room for what truly matters.You better believe we bring processing emotions into this topic! We talk about simple ways to start decluttering when everything feels too much, how to let go of sentimental items without drowning in guilt, how to help our kids clean up, real stories of moms who found that less stuff actually helped them handle big emotions and surprise triggers better, all through the lens of Christ!Grab your coffee (cold and reheated counts) and press play — you'll finish this episode feeling lighter while surrendering all to the Lord.Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their screen-time battles and parenting burnout find joy in their motherhood journey!Diane's Links:www.minimalistmomspodcast.comwww.instagram.com/minimalistmomspodcastSponsor:Plan to Eat - click here for your FREE trial and 20% off your first annual subscription!Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
I'm re-airing this episode based on popular demand and a recent study that shows a sharp decline in pupil's happiness in secondary school due to a lack of agency. Are you trying to build more student agency, but feel boxed in by curriculum coverage? What if you didn't have to choose between voice and academic rigor? In this episode, I sit down with Natalie Harvey, secondary principal at Beijing City International School (BCIS), to explore how her team is shifting culture around student agency while still honoring the demands of a rigorous curriculum. From co-creating a three-year vision to redefining personalization in the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework, Natalie shares the intentional moves that are making voice and choice a lived experience—not just a buzzword. You'll hear how BCIS is navigating real challenges while building a culture where students know themselves deeply, make meaningful decisions, and drive their own learning. How BCIS reframed student agency through the lens of "jaggedness" What voice and choice look like in IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) classrooms How leadership created a shared language and clear expectations around agency Why building trust—and giving teachers choice—is key to sustainable change Ready to hear how these shifts are playing out in practice and what they might look like in your setting? Connect with Natalie: Natalie.Harvey@bcis.cn Link to the Pupil Happiness Study: Pupil Happiness Study by Grade Level Get the 12 Shifts Book: On Amazon Natalie's Bio: Natalie is the current Secondary Principal of BCIS and was born in Hanover, Jamaica. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Language Education: English, from the University of the West Indies, a Master of Arts in Education from Wake Forrest University, a Certificate of International School Leadership from the Principal's Training Center, and is pursuing a Ph.D. in International School Leadership with Wilkes University. Before BCIS, Natalie worked in various capacities in Jamaica, the United States of America, Venezuela, and Mexico. She was a Middle School Deputy Principal and Principal at the American School of Tampico for seven years. She has been an educator for 25 years and has a wealth of experience in teaching and leading. Natalie believes that forming solid interpersonal relationships leads to a positive school culture, functional collaborative structures, and exceptional outcomes for students and teachers. In addition, Natalie is passionate about partnering with parents, promoting student voice, and fostering a sense of belonging and a focus on successful learning outcomes within the BCIS community.
Hey, Mama, in today's episode, we're talking with D'Lytha Myers, the visionary filmmaker behind Aria Appleton Shines, to discover how faith-filled stories can turn screen time from a guilt trip into a discipleship win. As Christian moms, we often feel angry, ashamed, or overwhelmed by what our kids watch—but one redemptive choice can protect their hearts and bring peace back to your home.Join D'Lytha and Natalie as they unpack practical ways to weave biblical truth into family entertainment, drawing from D'Lytha's journey as a mom, storyteller, and follower of Jesus. Through heartfelt stories, Scripture, and actionable tips, D'Lytha reveals how intentional media choices can dissolve screen-time shame, spark gospel conversations, and invite God's grace into the chaos.Listen along as you discover the freedom of guiding your kids with stories that point to Jesus, releasing overwhelm, and stepping into motherhood with confidence and joy. God's love and creativity are ready to work miracles in your living room—you don't have to do it alone.D'Lytha Myers is a faith-based filmmaker, mom, and creator of Aria Appleton Shines, a heartwarming series that helps families shine God's light through adventure and truth. She's passionate about crafting entertainment that honors Jesus without being preachy, equipping moms to disciple their kids in a screen-obsessed world. Her mission: redeem culture, one story at a time.Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their screen-time battles and parenting burnout find joy in their motherhood journey!D'Lytha's Links:www.ariaappleton.comwww.facebook.com/ariaappletonfilmwww.instagram.com/ariaappletonSponsor:Plan to Eat - click here for your FREE trial and 20% off your first annual subscription!Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
Hey, Mama, in today's episode, we're talking with Dr. Corey Allan from Sexy Marriage Radio to dive into healing communication in marriage. As Christian moms, we often juggle so much that our conversations with our husbands can feel broken or strained—but simple, intentional steps can restore connection and bring peace back into your home.Join Dr. Corey Allan and Natalie as they explore practical tools for healing communication, drawing from Corey's expertise as a Marriage and Family Therapist, his Ph.D. in Family Therapy, and his real-life insights from hosting Sexy Marriage Radio with his wife Pam.Corey opens up about how marriage is more about building character and wisdom than just chasing happiness—love is a process that sparks action, and communication is the key to growing deeper spiritually, keeping it simple, staying passionate, living in community, and truly enjoying the ride. Through heartfelt stories, Scripture, and actionable advice, he reveals how healing your communication can dissolve resentment, deepen intimacy, and invite God's transformative power into your relationship.Listen along as you discover the beauty of choosing better conversations with your husband, freeing yourself from overwhelm and embracing a marriage rooted in faith and fun. God's love and grace are ready to work miracles in your heart and home—you don't have to do it alone.Corey is a husband, father, author, speaker, and Marriage and Family Therapist with a Ph.D. in Family Therapy. He and his wife Pam host the weekly podcast Sexy Marriage Radio, where they help couples frame conversations and actions to create a marriage fully alive. Corey founded SMR (smr.fm), an online resource aimed at helping marriages not just survive, but thrive. Pam is a CPA at a small firm in Frisco, TX, and co-hosts with Corey. Together, they're passionate about reminding us that life and marriage are all about choices—and choosing growth leads to passion and joy.Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their communication breakdowns and marital burnout find joy in their motherhood and marriage journey!Corey's Links:Website: https://smr.fmFollow on all social @sexymarriageradioSponsor:Make Wellness - Biactive Precision Peptides Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
Hey, Mama, in today's episode, we're sitting down with Julie Bender from thejuliebender.com to dive into the life-changing practice of praying for your husband. As Christian moms, we often juggle so much that our marriages can feel strained—but prayer can shift everything.Join Julie Bender and Natalie as they explore the power of intercessory prayer, drawing from Julie's deeply moving journey through the loss of her first husband, healing, and remarriage, as shared in her work and ministry.Julie opens up about how prayer became her anchor after losing her first husband, guiding her through grief and into a restored future with a new marriage. Through heartfelt stories and Scripture, she reveals how praying for your husband can deepen your connection, dissolve resentment, and invite God's peace into your home.Listen along as you discover the beauty of lifting up your husband in prayer, freeing yourself from overwhelm and embracing a marriage rooted in faith. God's love and grace are ready to work miracles in your heart and home—you don't have to do it alone.Julie is a believer, a wifey (formerly widowed), a mama, and an oversharer. As both a podcast host and recent author, she strives to be bold in everything: her lipstick and lashes, opinions, mistakes and wins, and sharing truth rooted in faith. Her life hasn't been easy, but she's learned how to embrace her story, and in that, found healing and her true self. Her personal mantra is #beboldandjustbeyou so she shares her heart, humor, and frequent embarrassing moments willingly. She's winging it. Motherhood, her eyeliner, dinner plans, everything. She co-hosts Smart Living With Grit and Grace Podcast, hosts The Julie Bender Show Podcast, wrote When Marriage Is Hard and produces a video series for wives called #prayingforyourhusanddaily. Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout find joy in their motherhood journey!Julie's Links:Website: https://thejuliebender.comJulie's BookThe Julie Bender podcast Smart Living with Grit and Grace podcast #prayingforyourhusbanddailyFollow on Instagram: @thejuliebenderSponsor:Make Wellness - Biactive Precision Peptides Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
Hey, Mama, in today's episode, we are chatting with author Sandra Byrd! We are discussing the pressure on mamas in society and Christian circles to be perfect to be accepted. But the truth is we will never be perfect in this life—and we don't have to be. Join Sandra Byrd and Natalie as they discuss what's behind Sandra's newest devotional, More Than Enough: 90 Devotions for Loving Yourself as God Loves You. Sandra's new book explores the importance of loving yourself the way God does, while dismantling toxic perfectionism through heartfelt stories and Scripture that teach you that you don't have to keep striving. Listen along as you discover the importance of loving yourself the way God does, freeing yourself from unrealistic standards, unhealthy self-talk, and unattainable perfectionism. God's grace and unconditional love already call you more than enough. Sandra, author of over fifty books, has earned a starred review from Publishers Weekly, multiple Library Journal starred reviews and Best Book selections, the Historical Novel Society's Editor's Choice award, two Christy Award nominations, a BookPage Top Pick for Romance, and a spot on Booklist's Top Ten Inspirational Books of the Year. Her devotionals, including The One Year Home and Garden Devotions, The One Year Experiencing God's Love Devotional, and the bestselling tween devotional One Year Between You and God, are highly acclaimed, with the latter two named must-reads by Called Magazine. As an editor and writing coach, Sandra mentors writers at all stages via sandrabyrdbookcoach.com. A foodie, Sandra cooks inspired by her books' themes, collects vintage glass and serve ware, and enjoys walks with her husband and Sunday Suppers with her family.Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout find joy in their motherhood journey!Sandra's Links:Website: sandrabyrd.comSandra's Devotional: More Than EnoughFacebook: @AuthorSandraByrdSponsor:Make Wellness - Biactive Precision Peptides Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
In this episode, Natalie is celebrating 50 episodes! She starts with a life update, reflecting on a busy summer in Montana, family milestones, and my journey of faith. Then moves to explore moving from unhealthy coping mechanisms to healthier emotional processing through daily soul refreshers and transformative prayer. Learn how shifting from fear-based to faith-filled prayers can bring peace and joy to your motherhood journey. Plus, updates on her upcoming book, group program, and season 2 wrap-up!Key Takeaways:Daily soul refreshers and consistent Bible reading anchor spiritual and emotional growth.Praying with gratitude and surrender transforms fear into peace, renewing your motherhood.Challenge: Shift your prayers to focus on faith and God's plan for joyful, surrendered living.Links & Resources:Related episode: Refresh Your Soul to Calm the RageGroup program (Sept 29 - Dec 12): Apply NowPassage of the Year: Ephesians 5:15-20 (ESV)Contact: DM on Instagram or email natalie@nataliehixson.com with questions or thoughts.Call to Action: Thank you for joining me on this journey! Your likes, subscriptions, and reviews help this podcast reach more mamas struggling with anger worldwide. Please take a moment to support the show and share this message of hope and renewal in motherhood.Current Projects:Book: Hard deadline January 1, 2026; launching September 2026!Podcast: Season 2 wraps up in November 2025.Group Program: Enrollment opens September 1, 2025, for the program running September 29 - December 12, 2025. Price will be increasing in January 2026!Prayer Challenge: This week, transform your prayers to reflect faith and gratitude. Instead of praying from fear, try this: “Lord, I feel anxious and overwhelmed. Thank you for working in my life and my family's challenges. I trust Your plan for our good and Your glory. Grant me peace and align my desires with Yours. In Jesus' name, Amen.”Stay Connected: I'd love to hear how this prayer challenge impacts your motherhood! Reach out via DM or email with your thoughts or questions.Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
Hey, Mama, today's episode is for you and your husband! Tune in for a straight-up, heartfelt chat with Dr. Jon Welton, theologian, co-author of The Bulletproof Husband. Jon gets real about the tough spots in his marriage, sharing how he tackled challenges, worked through shame, and rebuilt his relationship stronger than ever with the principles of The Bulletproof Husband. Jonathan has emerged as a man of humility and integrity, marked by a fresh outpouring of grace on his life. His story of redemption has touched thousands, particularly men and couples navigating the difficulties of marriage and ministry. Few leaders recover from public failure with such authenticity, and Jonathan's openness about how the Lord broke him down and rebuilt him has brought healing to countless lives, cementing his testimony as a beacon of hope and restoration.Listen in to learn how Jon's story offers hope and practical advice to help you strengthen your marriage.Natalie invites you to listen in and stay for this journey.Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout find joy in their motherhood journey!Jon's Links:Website: jonwelton.com/uncommonleadersBulletproof Husband: bulletproofhusband.comThe Book:Bulletproof Husband Book**Amazon affiliate linkSponsor:Make Wellness - Biactive Precision Peptides Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
Join Natalie for an inspiring episode featuring Purpose Driven Mama, Cara Harvey! Together, they explore what it means to live a purpose-driven life, the surprising impact of just 15 minutes a day, and how to uncover the real reasons behind feeling like there's never enough time. This episode is a must-listen for Christian moms seeking to boost productivity while thriving in faith and motherhood.Cara is a wife, mom to a 18-year-old stepson, 9-year-old daughter, 7-year-old son, and a woman of God. She works as a productivity coach for work at home moms and her mission is to provide women with the tools, resources, and community to reach their goals, empower themselves, find their happiness, and live a life by design. She does this via her blog, podcast "The Purpose Driven Mom Show", virtual community groups, and e-courses that help moms figure out how to grow and scale a business without hustle, shame, or guilt.Listen in to learn how Cara is guiding moms to thrive with purpose!Natalie invites you to listen in and stay for this journey.Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout find joy in their motherhood journey!Cara's Links:WEBSITE: apurposedrivenmom.comPODCAST: A Purpose Driven Mom PodcastFACEBOOKFACEBOOK GROUPINSTAGRAM: @apurposedrivenmomTIKTOK: @purposedrivenmomYOUTUBESponsor:Plan to Eat – click here for your FREE trial and 20% off your first annual subscription!Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
Natalie is sharing how she helps mamas who come to her seeking help to overcome destructive anger and burnout. Today's episode is a replay of episode 27. Natalie explains in depth how she coaches mamas through her Motherhood Restored program. She shares her clients' experiences who have overcome their destructive behaviors and found real transformation, relief, growth, and joy working with Natalie in her program.This episode will answer questions about how to work with Natalie and what it looks like walking through her program.Natalie invites you to listen in and stay for this journey.Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout get unstuck and find JOY in their motherhood journey!Next Steps! Click HERE and Join The Motherhood Restored Coaching Program. Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
Today we have Natalie. She is 55 years old from Palmdale, CA and took her last drink on June 4th, 2023. This episode brought to you by: Better Help – 10% off of your first month #sponsored Café RE – THE social app for sober people [02:28] Thoughts from Paul: This week's intro is about acceptance. We may wish we were a little bit taller, we may wish we were a baller, and we may wish that alcohol wasn't marketed as being good for us when it's a class one carcinogen. We may also wish that we could drink normally, but many of us cannot. The thing about acceptance is that it is not about giving up, it's about waking up to the fact that that's just the way it is. When we finally stop wishing against reality and stop bleeding energy into a fantasy world of how things should be then we can start working with what actually is. Acceptance is not about admitting defeat or giving up, it is acknowledging the truth which doesn't care about your feelings, but it will set you free. When you accept that alcohol isn't your friend and that you can't drink normally, that's not rock bottom, that's solid ground and something real to stand on. Life isn't waiting for you to figure out how to drink responsibly. It's waiting for you to square your shoulders and start accepting that you're exactly where you are right now. [07:36] Paul introduces Natalie: Natalie is 55 years old and lives in Palmdale, CA. She says her most important job is being a mom to her autistic 15-year-old son. She enjoys spending time and going on adventures with him. Recently she has started volunteer work at a food bank and being of service in AA. Natalie didn't enjoy alcohol when she first tried it and says that she was mostly a social drinker for many years. In her mid-30's, she sought help with her sleep issues. She was prescribed Ambien and really liked the idea that she could take something and check out quickly. Over time it progressed to where she was drinking and taking the drug. Natalie began to rely on Ambien more and more as she travelled frequently for work. Life got very stressful for Natalie after her son turned two and they realized he didn't have speech. That began a year of doctors, assessments and therapy and her reliance increased. Natalie would doctor shop to try and get more of the drug and resorted to her ordering it online and getting mass quantities in order to feed her habit. Natalie started attending NA and after she had about 60 days, she received the diagnosis that her son was autistic. When the COVID lockdown happened, she realized that she would have a hard time getting Ambien and she says that she changed from being an addict to an alcoholic. Natalie quickly became a daily drinker, often starting in the mornings. After her son was able to return to school, Natalie began a routine of dropping him off and then getting and drinking two bottles of wine before passing out until it was time to pick him up. Moderation was something Natalie struggled with. Her husband we getting increasingly upset with her and she would make attempts for a few days to cut back. Her husband, who is a normal drinker, ended up quitting to try and help her make the decision to quit as well. After a rock bottom trip in Las Vegas, Natalie decided it was time to quit. She found an AA meeting that she could attend right after dropping her son off at school. Natalie started attending daily and got a sponsor. She feels her relationships with family and friends has improved and even just day to day interactions with strangers are better. Natalie says “when you leave the rooms of AA, there are people that you will never meet and that you do not know that will be better off for you having been in a meeting that morning. That their day and their life is actually better because you took care of yourself in that way.” Recovery Elevator Rule 22. Let's lighten up and not take ourselves too seriously. I love you guys. RE on Instagram Recovery Elevator YouTube Sobriety Tracker iTunes
Today, Natalie has the privilege of hosting Mia Wisinski. They discuss how to process emotions and connect with your children in a way that helps you both regulate your emotions while having fun and creating joyful experiences together. Mia is the heart behind Playful Heart Parenting — a mom and stepmom whose background in theatre and songwriting as a performer and educator deeply shapes her approach to parenting. Her style is rooted in connection, creativity, and a whole lot of laughter.Though Mia carried her playful spirit into adulthood, it took a hit when she unexpectedly became a stepmom and felt immense pressure to “get it right.” That moment kicked off an eight-year journey of reclaiming playfulness — a journey that's since helped hundreds of thousands of parents do the same.Today, she helps parents reconnect with their kids (and themselves) through simple, silly moments of play. Above all, Mia believes we all deserve joy and that playfulness is one of the most overlooked — and most powerful — tools in the positive parenting toolbox.Mia's methods for working through challenging situations with your kids are both enjoyable and refreshing! You are sure to love and laugh through this episode!Natalie invites you to listen in and stay for this journey.Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout find joy in their motherhood journey!Find Mia at: Instagram: @playfulheartparentingSponsor:The Summer Motherhood Restored Group Coaching program is open for enrollment!Equip yourself for the busy school year with a new mindset! YES! You, me, the Lord, and a few other mamas are going to work together to help you change destructive patterns into healthy patterns so you can take a deep breath and actually ENJOY being a wife and mama!The Motherhood Restored Program - Next Group Start July 7, 2025! Apply HERE!Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
Summer brings big changes for Christian mamas, whether your kids are home from school or you're switching up your homeschool routine. In this episode, Natalie shares how to navigate the summer schedule transition with grace and find peace in the chaos. With practical tips and biblical encouragement, you'll learn how to embrace a messier home, lighten your schedule, and slow down to savor simple moments with your kids. Natalie also shares a personal story about letting her kids' LEGOs take over the dining room and offers her Trigger Tracker to help you manage those trigger-y summer moments. Tune in to discover how to make this summer joyful and restful, leaning on God's promise of rest.Key PointsUnderstand the Summer Shift: Whether your kids are home from school or you're adjusting homeschool routines, summer can feel chaotic. It's normal to feel overwhelmed, but you can reframe this season as a gift to slow down and connect with your kids.Practical Tips for a Slower Summer:Embrace a Messier Home: Let go of the pressure for a spotless house. Try a 15-minute daily “reset” with your kids and remember that messes are signs of your blessings (Psalm 127:3).Lighten the Schedule: Avoid overpacking with activities. Choose 1-2 meaningful outings per week and leave room for spontaneity (Ecclesiastes 3:1).Build Simple Connection Moments: Prioritize presence with low-effort activities like reading or a backyard picnic. Use everyday moments to share God's love (Deuteronomy 6:7).Protect Your Peace: Watch for triggers of anger or overwhelm. Pause to pray and use the Trigger Tracker to respond with grace (Matthew 11:28).Personal Story: Natalie shares how letting her kids' LEGOs take over the dining room one summer helped her embrace the mess and find joy in the moment.Biblical Encouragement: Lean on God's promise of rest in Matthew 11:28: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”Do You Have a Critical Heart, Mama?Help! I'm Angry Now: Calm Mom Anger in the MomentDestructive Anger on Wheels: Dealing with Mom Rage in the Car With KidsStaying Calm Through Tattling & Sibling RivalryRefresh Your Soul to Calm the Mom Anger and RageGrab Natalie's FREE Trigger Tracker!Make Wellness - Biactive Precision Peptides Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
Today, Natalie has the privilege of hosting Becky Thompson. They chat about what it looks like to find healing rest for Mommas who carry so much to lean into the arms of the one who holds it all. They talk about what it looks like to hear from the Lord, and HOW to hear from him when you feel like he's being completely silent. They discuss what it looks like to walk with and hear from Him in every moment of your healing journey.Becky is a USA Today bestselling author and the founder of the Midnight Mom Devotional online community, a ministry gathering almost 2 million women in nightly prayer. Her ministry focuses on restoring peace to the anxious momma's heart, inviting women into an encounter with God's presence, and teaching about the life-changing power of prayer. Through her ten published books, public speaking, and online courses, Becky connects the hearts of women to the hope found in Jesus alone. Becky resides in northwest Oklahoma with her husband, Jared, and their three children.Natalie invites you to listen in and stay for this journey.Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout get unstuck and find JOY in their motherhood journey!Becky's Links:beckythompson.comFacebook CommunityFacebook PageInstagram @BeckyThompsonInstagram @midnightmomdevotional Sponsor:Make Wellness - Biactive Precision Peptides Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
Hey Mama, ever asked the Lord why he won't just take your destructive anger away?Struggling with destructive anger, shame, guilt, or overwhelm? In this episode, we dive into the question, “Why won't God just take away my destructive anger?” Discover how God's gift of free will invites us to grow through our struggles, lean on His grace, and build stronger relationships with our kids. Through personal stories, scriptures, and practical encouragement, you'll learn how to pause, process big emotions, and ask, “Lord, what are you teaching me? Where are you growing flowers from my dirt?” Plus, find out how your growth can become a gift to others, helping them navigate their own challenges.Key Points:God doesn't take away our struggles because He gives us free will, inviting us to choose His way and grow in faith (Galatians 5:16-17, Ephesians 5:10).Managing emotions is like starting a new exercise routine—it's hard at first, but with practice, you build strength to choose God's path.When we slip up, God's grace covers us, and recovery helps us move forward (Romans 7:22-25, 2 Corinthians 12:7-10).Our struggles produce “flowers” (growth and healing) that we can share with others, like supporting a friend or modeling grace for our kids (Ephesians 5:18-20).Tools like the Trigger Tracker and SIT & Pray can help you process emotions and seek God's will (2 Thessalonians 2:16-17).Tools & Links: Help! I'm Angry Now: Calm Mom Anger in the MomentNatalie's Story Out of Destructive AngerGrab Natalie's FREE Trigger Tracker!Make Wellness - Biactive Precision Peptides Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
Hey, Mama, you've heard you need to process emotions, but what does it mean? In this episode, Natalie shares how to process those big emotions with God's help, so you can find peace and joy in the chaos of motherhood. Through personal stories, biblical encouragement, and practical steps, Natalie guides you to notice, name, and work through your emotions. Plus, learn how to start today with her free Trigger Tracker!Key Points:What is Processing Emotions? Processing emotions means noticing, naming, and working through feelings like anger, guilt, shame, and overwhelm with God's guidance, rather than suppressing or exploding.Why It Matters: Emotions are God-given, and even Jesus felt anger and sorrow. Processing them helps you break free from destructive cycles and find joy in motherhood.Three Practical Steps:Notice and Name the Emotion: Pause when triggered and identify what you're feeling (e.g., anger, shame). Use the Trigger Tracker to pinpoint what sparked it.Bring It to God: Pray honestly or journal about your emotions, offering them to God. He can handle your mess!Reframe and Respond: Ask God for truth, then take one small action—like apologizing, taking a break, or reaching out to a friend.Overcoming Barriers: God's grace covers guilt and shame (2 Corinthians 12:9). Start small to combat overwhelm, and break isolation by connecting with others.The Goal: Less yelling, more laughter, and a lighter heart as you process emotions with God.Scripture References:Psalm 34:18: “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”James 1:19-20: “Be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry.”Lamentations 3:22-23: “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end.”Philippians 4:6-7: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.”2 Corinthians 12:9: “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”Tools & Links: Help! I'm Angry Now: Calm Mom Anger in the MomentGrab Natalie's FREE Trigger Tracker!Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
Trying to build more student agency—but feel boxed in by curriculum coverage? What if you didn't have to choose between voice and academic rigor? In this episode, I sit down with Natalie Harvey, secondary principal at Beijing City International School (BCIS), to explore how her team is shifting culture around student agency while still honoring the demands of a rigorous curriculum. From co-creating a three-year vision to redefining personalization in the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework, Natalie shares the intentional moves that are making voice and choice a lived experience—not just a buzzword. You'll hear how BCIS is navigating real challenges while building a culture where students know themselves deeply, make meaningful decisions, and drive their own learning. How BCIS reframed student agency through the lens of “jaggedness” What voice and choice look like in the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) classroom How leadership created a shared language and clear expectations around agency Why building trust—and giving teachers choice—is key to sustainable change Ready to hear how these shifts are playing out in practice and what they might look like in your setting? Connect with Natalie: Natalie.Harvey@bcis.cn Get the 12 Shifts Book: On Amazon, On the Website: www.transformschool.com/whereistheteacher Natalie's Bio: Natalie is the current Secondary Principal of BCIS and was born in Hanover, Jamaica. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Language Education: English, from the University of the West Indies, a Master of Arts in Education from Wake Forrest University, a Certificate of International School Leadership from the Principal's Training Center, and is pursuing a Ph.D. in International School Leadership with Wilkes University. Before BCIS, Natalie worked in various capacities in Jamaica, the United States of America, Venezuela, and Mexico. She was a Middle School Deputy Principal and Principal at the American School of Tampico for seven years. She has been an educator for 25 years and has a wealth of experience in teaching and leading. Natalie believes that forming solid interpersonal relationships leads to a positive school culture, functional collaborative structures, and exceptional outcomes for students and teachers. In addition, Natalie is passionate about partnering with parents, promoting student voice, and fostering a sense of belonging and a focus on successful learning outcomes within the BCIS community.
Hey, Mama— do you feel shame's stealing your confidence as a mom? If so you're not alone. In this episode, we're getting real about how shame sneaks in, fueled by damaging beliefs and hopeless feelings—whether from ourselves or others—and robs us of the joy and strength we long for in motherhood. But here's the good news: God has a better plan. We'll explore how embracing our identity in Christ can break shame's grip and help us grow in confidence, one grace-filled step at a time. Grab your coffee, and let's dive in!What You'll Learn:What Shame Really Is: How it follows negative beliefs we accept about ourselves—and why it hits moms so hard.Shame's Impact: How it fuels anger, burnout, and a confidence crisis in life and parenting.Identity in Christ: Why knowing we're God's masterpiece (Ephesians 2:10) and free from condemnation (Romans 8:1) changes everything.Practical Steps: Four simple ways to spot shame, swap lies for truth, and rest in His grace—starting today.Action Step: This week, try one step: Spot a shame lie and swap it for God's truth. DM me or comment how it goes—I'd love to cheer you on!Scriptures Referenced (NIV): Ephesians 2:10, Romans 8:1—jot these down for your fridge!Key Takeaway: Shame tells you you're not enough, but Christ says you are—your confidence as a mom starts with who He says you are.Natalie invites you to listen in and stay for this journey.Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout get unstuck and find JOY in their motherhood journey!Next Steps:Take your first steps to overcome destructive anger so you can be the fun, present and joyful wife and mom you want to be!Download the Trigger Tracker today!Resources & Books Natalie Recommends!Links:*www.SimplyEarth.com Essential Oils - Get 20% off your first order CLICK HERE!Coupon code: NATALIEHIXSONFREEWork with Natalie, THE MOTHERHOOD RESTORED PROGRAM - Jump on the waitlist!If you see a * These are affiliate links - Natalie may receive a small commission for you clicking on these linksQuestions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
Today, Natalie has the honor and privilege of hosting one of her past clients, Olivia Wilcox, who is also The Not So Angry Mom, on Instagram.Natalie and Olivia chat about life before, during and after she found Natalie's Motherhood Restored coaching program.Olivia used to struggle with anger in motherhood, and then the Lord led her and me to work together through my coaching program. Olivia experienced growth and transformation as she went through the Motherhood Restored program, where she was held accountable to be in God's word daily, God transformed her mind and heart. Olivia is now using her testimony to minister to other mamas like her. She is helping mamas who want to simplify and reduce mom anger and stress without compromising the priority to diligently raise children in the Lord. This interview will give you hope and inspiration to grow in your motherhood journey! It's never too late, and you are never too far gone to be healed and restored in the Lord!Natalie invites you to listen in and stay for this journey.Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout get unstuck and find JOY in their motherhood journey!Find Olivia on Instagram as @thenotsoangrymomTHE MOTHERHOOD RESTORED PROGRAM IS OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT! CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE!Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
Hey, Mama! Burned out and angry, watching your husband take downtime while you're stuck with messes and sibling chaos?In this episode, we're tackling that resentment and guilt when rest feels selfish.Discover how God trades fear and frustration for peace and freedom through real productivity—and how burnout and angry mamas can find guilt-free rest without the shame.Grab your coffee, and let's dive in!Key Points:The Struggle is Real: You justify his TV time but resent your own rest—hello, burnout, and double standards!False vs. Real Productivity: The enemy's hustle breeds anger; God's way brings peace and freedom.True Guilt vs. False Guilt: True guilt points to sin; false guilt shames you for needing a break.Shame's Lie: Resenting his rest doesn't make you a bad mom—God calls you radiant!Work and Rest in the Lord: We serve Him, not a guilt scoreboard.Action Step: Take 15 minutes this week with God—find guilt-free rest. You deserve it, mama!Scriptures Referenced (ESV):John 16:33: “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace…” – Peace is yours, even in chaos.2 Corinthians 7:10: “Godly sorrow… leaves no regret…” – True guilt frees; false guilt traps.Romans 8:1: “There is now no condemnation…” – No guilt from God, mama!Psalm 34:5: “Those who look to him are radiant…” – Shame's got no hold on you.Colossians 3:23-24: “Work… as for the Lord…” – Your rest honors Him too.Matthew 11:28-29: “Come to me… I will give you rest…” – Soul-deep rest, guilt-free. Key Takeaway:You don't have to earn rest—God offers guilt-free peace to burnout and angry mamas, turning resentment into radiance.Natalie invites you to listen in and stay for this journey.Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout get unstuck and find JOY in their motherhood journey!Next Steps:Take your first steps to overcome destructive anger so you can be the fun, present and joyful wife and mom you want to be!Download the Trigger Tracker today!Resources & Books Natalie Recommends!Links:Ep 36: Finding Joy in the Fire: Trading Burnout for God's Peace in MotherhoodWork with Natalie -> THE MOTHERHOOD RESTORED PROGRAM IS ENROLLING NOW!Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
In this episode Natalie has the privilege of hosting Angie Baughman.Angie shares why Bible study is important in our mothering journeys and how studying the Bible has helped her deal with childhood abuse & trauma, and the effect that healing has had on her relationship with her children. Angie shares some amazing and profound truths about how we can hear from the Lord and know he is speaking to us - it's SO good!Angie is a pastor, Bible teacher, author, podcaster, founder of Steady On ministries, and creator of the Step By Step Bible study method. At sixteen, Angie was groomed into a romantic relationship with a high school teacher and faced community rejection when she went public with her story. Knowing and living by the promises of God helped free her from layers of shame, and she now creates resources that help people cultivate consistent Bible study habits.Natalie invites you to listen in and stay for this journey.Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout get unstuck and find JOY in their motherhood journey!Angie's Links:Website: livesteadyon.comInstagram: @angiebaughman421Facebook: livesteadyonYouTube: Steady OnSponsor:Plan to Eat - click here for your FREE trial and 20% off your first annual subscription!Tools:Take your first steps to overcome destructive anger so you can be the fun, present and joyful wife and mom you want to be!Download the Trigger Tracker today!Visit Natalie's Motherhood Restored Shop for tools to heal your motherhood journey!Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
If you're a Christian mom feeling trapped in an anxiety rut, Natalie understands—daily stress from kids, chores, and constant demands can wear you down. Add toxic family—like guilt trips or endless drama—and it's no wonder you're struggling. In this episode, Natalie walks with you through the heaviness, offering gentle encouragement, faith-rooted wisdom, and practical steps to set boundaries God's way. There's a way out, and you don't have to face it alone.Key Points:The Anxiety Rut: Daily stress (kids, chores, chaos) + toxic family (guilt trips, drama) = overwhelm that traps you.God's Promise: His peace and strength can lift you out (Philippians 4:6-7).Three Steps to Freedom:Simplify the Stress – Let go of one thing (like a big meal for paper plates) to lighten the load.Set a Clear Boundary – Tell toxic family, “I can't now—later,” protecting your peace.Rely on God's Strength – Pray and reset to climb out of the rut.Scriptures Referenced (ESV):Psalm 55:22 – “Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you…”Luke 5:16 – “Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed.”Proverbs 16:3 – “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.”Takeaways:You're stronger than the rut—setting one small boundary today, with God's help, can start your climb to peace.Natalie invites you to listen in and stay for this journey.Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout get unstuck and find JOY in their motherhood journey!Next Steps:Take your first steps to overcome destructive anger so you can be the fun, present and joyful wife and mom you want to be!Download the Trigger Tracker today!Resources & Books Natalie Recommends!Links:EP 7: Help! I'm Angry Now: Calm Mom Anger in the Moment*When to Walk Away: Finding Freedom from Toxic People by Gary Thomas*Why Is It Always About You?: The Seven Deadly Sins of Narcissism by Sandy Hotchkiss*Toxic Relationships: Taking Refuge in Christ by Ellen Mary DykasWork with Natalie*These are affiliate links - Natalie may receive a small commission for you clicking on these links.Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
Feeling angry or burnt out in your motherhood journey? You're not alone, Mama. In this episode, we explore how to find real, lasting joy in serving the Lord by loving and serving our families. From shifting our perspective to resting in God's strength, we'll explore practical, faith-filled ways to trade exhaustion for His peace.Key Points:The Struggle is Real: Motherhood is hard, but God meets us in the mess (Psalm 127:3, John 16:33).Reframe Your Work: Every act of love for your family is worship to God (Colossians 3:23).Pause for Strength: Take small moments to breathe in God's truth (Isaiah 40:31).Joy is a Gift: It's a fruit of the Spirit, grown as we abide in Him (Galatians 5:22-23).Scriptures Referenced (ESV):Psalm 127:3 – “Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward.”John 16:33 – “In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”Colossians 3:23 – “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.”Isaiah 40:31 – “But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength…”Galatians 5:22-23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace…”Takeaways:Turn your daily tasks into acts of worship to the Lord as you love and serve the Lord through loving and serving your family.You don't have to fix your feelings alone—run to God and let His joy be your strength right in the middle of the fire.Natalie invites you to listen in and stay for this journey.Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout get unstuck and find JOY in their motherhood journey!Tools:Take your first steps to overcome destructive anger so you can be the fun, present and joyful wife and mom you want to be!Download the Trigger Tracker today!Resources & Books Natalie Recommends!Links:EP 13: Do I Really Have Jesus in My Heart if I Can't Control My Anger?EP 7: Help! I'm Angry Now: Calm Mom Anger in the MomentWork with NatalieSponsor:Plan to Eat - click here for your FREE trial and 20% off your first annual subscription!Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
Wow, it's the last episode of season one! What a great first season! Natalie has been so blessed by sharing weekly with you and hopes you have joy and encouragement from each episode. Thank you for coming along on the journey and we look forward to the next season and what is to come! See you in January 2025!About today's episode...Have you ever read Proverbs 31 and felt bad because you questioned how a wife and mama could "do it all" and felt you could never measure up to her accomplishments?In this episode, Natalie shares how to see yourself as a Proverbs 31 mama and what that looks in the times we live in. Natalie's goal with this episode is to help you find the blessing, encouragement, and motivation you need to continue to pursue the great and rich purpose of being a wife and mama in the world today.Natalie invites you to listen in and stay for this journey.Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout get unstuck and find JOY in their motherhood journey!Bible References:Proverbs 31:10-31 NLTTools:Take your first steps to overcome destructive anger so you can be the fun, present and joyful wife and mom you want to be!Download the Trigger Tracker today!Resources & Books Natalie Recommends!Links:Refresh Your Soul to Calm the Mom Anger and RageDo You Have a Critical Heart, Mama?Find Your Purpose, MamaMarriage Coaching with AlisaSandra Byrd BooksQuestions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
The enemy wants you to believe that your motherhood has no purpose. If he can get you to believe that the work you do day in and day out means nothing, then he can keep you low on the energy spiral and keep you from instilling the love and joy of the Lord into your family.In this episode, Natalie shares how to work through the lies and beliefs that motherhood has no true purpose. That what you are doing daily adds up to nothing. That is all lies the world and enemy are spreading. Your motherhood is rich with purpose and meaning! Natalie's goal with this episode is to help you discredit the lies and believe that the Lord has a huge purpose for you as a mother. He wants you to see it, live it, and find joy through serving him by serving them. This episode will help you in your motherhood journey as you learn to find purpose in your daily life as a wife and mama!Natalie invites you to listen in and stay for this journey.Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout get unstuck and find JOY in their motherhood journey!Questions Natalie asks in the episode:Read Romans 12, then answer these questions below.1. Am I allowing the enemy to steal my joy by believing the lies that my role and job as a mom has no purpose?2. What am I speaking about my motherhood journey? Write three negative thoughts and replace them with three positive thoughts (look for the opposite of the negative and dig into the word to find these truths - even if you are not believing the at the moment).3. What would appreciation and being thanked do for you?4. How do you show appreciation and thanks to your family?5. Is there a purpose in helping others problem-solve and fix things?6. What does purpose look like to you? (Maybe think about what you think success looks like to answer this one).Bible References:Galatians 5:13 NLTPhilippians 2:44 NLTMark 10:45 NLTEphesians 6:7-8Acts 20:35Romans 12Tools:Take your first steps to overcome destructive anger so you can be the fun, present and joyful wife and mom you want to be!Download the Trigger Tracker today!Resources & Books Natalie Recommends!Links:Refresh Your Soul to Calm the Mom Anger and RageQuestions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com
Want to pay less money to the IRS in 2024? We've got the real estate tax strategies to help you do just that. And get this—you don't need a large real estate portfolio to benefit from these money-saving tax tips! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Today, real estate tax strategist Natalie Kolodij lends her expertise on the many tax benefits of real estate investing. Natalie is not only a certified public accountant (CPA) but also a fellow investor, and in this episode, she shares the unique real estate investing strategy she used to get started—flipping mobile homes! She also dives into the different types of partnerships and their tax advantages, as well as common house hacking misconceptions that cause new investors to miss out on important deductions. Need to sell a property? You'll want to know about the exclusion that allows you to avoid capital gains tax. Natalie even gets into the short-term rental “loophole” that investors can use to reduce their taxable income each year. Of course, you don't need to master the tax code before buying your first property—you just need to find a tax professional who specializes in real estate. So, Natalie offers three questions you MUST ask before hiring one! In This Episode We Cover: Must-know 2024 tax strategies for the small rookie investor Crucial real estate questions to ask a tax professional before hiring them How to plan and file taxes for different types of partnerships Common house hacking misconceptions that cost investors thousands of dollars The short-term rental “loophole” that allows you to reduce your taxable income How to dodge capital gains tax when selling your investment property The most common tax mistakes that new investors make (and how to avoid them!) And So Much More! Links from the Show Find an Agent Find a Lender Ashley's BiggerPockets Profile Ashley's Instagram Tony's BiggerPockets Profile Tony's Instagram Real Estate Rookie Facebook Group Join BiggerPockets for FREE Submit Your Real Estate Rookie Question! Apply to Be a Guest on the “Real Estate Rookie” Podcast Hear Natalie on the “BiggerPockets Money” Podcast What You Need to Do NOW to Pay Fewer Taxes in 2024 How to (Legally) Avoid Taxes by Investing in Real Estate Seeing Greene: CPAs Answer YOUR Top Investing and Tax Questions The Biggest Real Estate Tax Loophole You've (Probably) Never Heard Of Connect with Natalie: Natalie's BiggerPockets Profile Natalie's Facebook Natalie's LinkedIn Natalie's Instagram Natalie's Website Check the full show notes here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-368 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email: advertise@biggerpockets.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Though only in her thirties, Natalie Cloutier has built a nine-million dollar real estate portfolio with just eight properties. Her secret to success? The “build-to-rent” strategy that so many real estate investors won't even consider. Most investors feel that the building process is too complicated, expensive, and requires too much effort to be worth the time. But what if this “build-to-rent” strategy allowed you to create your own profitable deals, make massive amounts of equity, and build wealth even in a highly competitive market? After her parents shared their secret strategy to build wealth, Natalie realized that building rentals, not buying them, was her ticket to financial freedom. But how could she get started? She was a fresh college graduate with no money to her name. Thanks to a no-money-down construction loan, Natalie built her first rental property, a house hack, which ignited her multimillion-dollar real estate portfolio. In today's show, she shares her “super secret method” to “building” wealth with the build-to-rent strategy, how to CREATE your own deals in ANY market, what you can expect to pay for a new construction home, how to find land to build on, and the biggest challenge that stops most investors from getting started (you CAN get around this!). Plus, how she's doing it all in Canada's unbelievably unaffordable housing market. In This Episode We Cover: The build-to-rent strategy and why building trumps buying in 2024 The EASIEST way to get into new construction (copy Natalie's move!) How much you can expect to put down when building a new construction rental Tips to make your new construction rentals cost-effective and save tens of thousands Where to find land to build on (it's not as hard as you think) The one move that will make building a rental MUCH easier for you And So Much More! Links from the Show Find an Agent Find a Lender BiggerPockets Youtube Channel BiggerPockets Forums BiggerPockets Pro Membership BiggerPockets Bookstore BiggerPockets Bootcamps BiggerPockets Podcast BiggerPockets Merch Join BiggerPockets for FREE Learn About Real Estate, The Housing Market, and Money Management with The BiggerPockets Podcasts Get More Deals Done with The BiggerPockets Investing Tools Find a BiggerPockets Real Estate Meetup in Your Area Expand Your Investing Knowledge With the BiggerPockets Books Be a Guest on the BiggerPockets Podcast 4 Vital Points to Consider BEFORE Getting Into New Construction How Much Does It Cost To Build A House? Dave's BiggerPockets Profile Dave's Instagram: @thedatadeli Henry's BiggerPockets Profile Henry's Instagram: @thehenrywashington BiggerPockets' Instagram Connect with Natalie: Natalie's BiggerPockets Profile Natalie's Instagram: @thenewbuildcouple Natalie's Website Click here to listen to the full episode: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-893 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices