The Bitcoin Basin Podcast with Nell Hunter

In this episode, I sit down with Chris Taylor, founder of Real Food Kitchen and proud Bitcoin Basin merchant.Chris’s journey from veganism to hunting is about more than just changing what goes onto his plate it’s about reclaiming health, independence and integrity. At Real Food Kitchen, he serves up meals made with locally sourced, nutrient-dense ingredients. Absolutely no seed oils, no gluten, no refined sugar. Just real food, made with care.We dive into the intersection of food, freedom, and Bitcoin.And how nourishing ourselves and our communities can be a powerful act of sovereignty.I really enjoyed this one and think you will too.Support the movement:🍴 realfoodkitchen.co.nz⚡ bitcoinbasin.nz📸 Instagram🟧 X (Twitter)

🎙️ Bitcoin in New Zealand: The Queenstown Merchant StoryEpisode 1 — The Bitcoin Basin PodcastIn this debut episode, host Nell Hunter speaks with three Queenstown business owners: Derek Roth-Biester (Criterion Law), Kyle Elmer (property investor & Golf pro) and Riki Hunter (Hunter Construction) about why they’ve chosen to accept Bitcoin in their businesses.Together they explore the practical realities of adopting Bitcoin in New Zealand, from post-COVID economic shifts to the need for financial sovereignty. The conversation touches on early misunderstandings, changing perceptions and why education and user experience are key to building a local Bitcoin economy.Referenced in this episode:🎥 Coin or Con – The Platform interview with Your Money Matters: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HO4CoCcaEU&t=1702s📰 LBC – Santander customer denied £2,500 cash withdrawal: https://www.lbc.co.uk/news/uk/santander-customer-fury-bank-refused-let-him-withdraw-2-500/🎤 “What’s the Problem?” by Joe Bryan (Bitcoin education talk): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cMmYj4b_1_Y🌐 Learn more about The Bitcoin Basin: https://www.bitcoinbasin.nz/🧡 Featured Queenstown Bitcoin merchants:Lightning Pay · NZ Shred · Alta · Frankton Pizzeria · SITE Trampolining · Handlebar BBQ & Brewery 🛑 Not financial advice. All opinions are our own.📍 Recorded 26 June 2025 (Bitcoin price discussed at time of recording).