Bitcoin, Blockchain, and Cryptocurrencies with Nolan Bauerle from Coindesk

Hello Listeners, I was live with Nolan Bauerle from Coindesk. We discuss the basics of bitocoin, blockchain, and the nature of the evolving industry. 1:29 How did you get started in blockchain and cryptocurrencies? What inspired you? 3:26 What is blockchain and what are cryptocurrencies? 5:05 What is the blockchain? 8:05 What is the difference between bitcoin, Ethereum and all the others popping up? 9:43 What are smart contracts? 9:58 What are initial coin offerings? 13:20 What gives the cryptocurrencies value? 17:17 From the investor’s perspective, how should they approach investing in cryptocurrencies? 24:34 How can blockchain be applied to other industries? 28:23 What are the common misconceptions? 31:35 What is the investor’s beginning guide to get into this space? 35:01 What are the trends and future for cryptocurrencies? 41:40 What is coindesk and what do you guys do? 52:33 What are your favorite books? 53:43 Do you have any mentors in this space? 56:15 Where can we find more information on you? Enjoy and thanks for the listen!