Episode

Building Blocks: A Conversation with Natalie Brunell

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FCAT Crypto Brief™
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May 6, 2026
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1917
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Summary

This episode, we're joined by author and journalist Natalie Brunell to explore the foundations of financial re-education and how Bitcoin is expanding access in an increasingly digital, global economy. Drawing from her recent book Bitcoin is for Everyone, Natalie shares why understanding money as a technology matters today, how Bitcoin’s network can enable greater inclusion across borders, and what financial literacy looks like in practice. Episode Topics: [0:00] Intro [2:02] Bitcoin 2026 Retrospective [3:14] Natalie’s Journey [5:57] Opportunities for Bitcoin Education [10:24] Bitcoin across Borders [14:44] Deciphering Digital Currency [18:28] The Impact of Inflation on Everyday Consumers [26:55] Individual Approaches to Bitcoin [29:27] Final Thoughts & Outro Stay connected with us beyond the podcast by following FCAT on, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X, where we share additional insights and updates on all things emerging tech. Whether you're crypto-curious or have a crypto foundation, Fidelity may have your next career opportunity. EXPLORE NOW. Please remember: this podcast is solely for informational and educational purposes and is not investment, tax, legal or insurance advice. Digital assets are speculative and highly volatile and you should conduct thorough research before you invest. To learn more, visit: FCATalyst.com FMR LLC. © 2026 FMR LLC. All rights reserved.