The highs and lows of crypto with Mike Dillard

Freedom through film and crypto: Asri Bendacha’s story

Host Ann Marie McQueen sits down with Asri Bendacha, filmmaker behind Follow Me, to discuss his crypto journey and passion for financial freedom. From his first Bitcoin purchase to his new book Who Cares, Astri shares insights on long-term investing, crypto adoption in the UAE, and why he’s cautious of memecoins.

From savings to crypto: Shereen Al Qutob’s journey

Ann Marie McQueen chats with Dubai-based investor Shereen Al Qutob about moving from traditional savings to crypto. As a clarity coach and single mom, Shereen shares how she built confidence through small, consistent investments and why a long-term mindset is key to navigating the digital asset space.

Balancing risk and reward: Insights from the crypto space

Gen X journalist and crypto investor Ann Marie McQueen breaks down key lessons from leaders like Vitalik Buterin and Michael Saylor, the rise of decentralized social platforms like Nostr, and the debate around XRP’s inclusion in the US strategic reserve. Plus, practical advice on overcoming resistance and making smart investment decisions.

The highs and lows of crypto with Mike Dillard

Ann Marie McQueen sits down with entrepreneur and crypto investor Mike Dillard to discuss his journey – from losing Bitcoin in the Mt. Gox hack to buying Ethereum at $5. He shares lessons on market cycles, government influence, and why he sees Bitcoin reaching $300,000. Dillard also breaks down risk management, secure password practices, and blockchain’s growing role in finance and gaming.

From Goop to crypto: Ann Marie McQueen’s journey

Journalist Ann Marie McQueen shares how a Goop article led her into crypto, from her first $25 investment to launching her own radio show. She reflects on the challenges of navigating the space, the value of independent thinking, and the importance of discernment to avoid scams. Plus, she introduces a segment on new crypto terms, starting with Nostr.