Bitcoin Boomers: Joe Kelly on Scams, Security & Self-Custody in 2026
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Boomers holding Bitcoin are being targeted by scammers — and most don't know it until it's too late.
In Episode 6 of Bitcoin Boomers, hosts Bob Burnett, Larry Leopard, and Gary Leland sit down with Joe Kelly, CEO of
Unchained Capital, to break down why older Bitcoin holders are disproportionately targeted by scams, what those scams
actually look like, and exactly how to defend yourself. Joe explains what Unchained Capital does, why collaborative custody
is a game-changer for security, and what practical steps any boomer (or anyone) can take right now to stop being an easy
target. Additionally special guest author Terence Michael jumps hops on with some incredible stories of bitcoin theft. If you or someone you love holds Bitcoin and doesn't have a rock-solid security plan, this episode is essential
viewing.
Chapters:
00:00:00 - Scams, Security & Bitcoin for Boomers
00:00:37 - Welcome to Bitcoin Boomers Episode 6 with Joe Kelly
00:02:00 - What is Unchained Capital? Multi-Sig & Self-Custody
00:04:53 - Bitcoin Ownership: Legal Title vs Cryptographic Control
00:08:21 - Bearer Assets – Gold Lessons & Confiscation Risks
00:11:16 - Government Seizure Fears & Multi-Sig Recovery
00:13:01 - Sovereign Recovery with Unchained Vaults
00:19:14 - Gary’s Spoofed “Unchained” Scam Call Story
00:24:42 - Fake Bloomberg Interview Scams
00:30:20 - Terrence Michael Joins the Show
00:31:15 - Wrench Attack: Sister’s Safe Stolen
00:33:05 - Pig Butchering Romance Scam Example
00:43:18 - Physical Security, Duress & Multi-Sig Strategies
00:47:46 - Time Locks, Decoy Wallets & Adding Friction
00:57:36 - Practical Tips to Avoid Scams & Social Engineering
01:03:04 - Estate Planning, Trusts & Inheritance with Bitcoin
01:09:08 - Bitcoin Milestone: 20 Million Coins Mined
01:19:00 - Closing Thoughts & How to Connect with Guests
Links & Resources:
→ Unchained Capital: https://unchained.com
→ Email Joe Kelly: joe@unchained.com
→ Terrance Michael on X: @proofofmoney
→ Free Bitcoin Tutorials (BTC Sessions): https://btcsessions.ca/learn
→ Bitcoin Mentor (1-on-1 Expert Guidance): https://bitcoinmentor.io
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Hosts:
Lawrence Lepard (@LawrenceLepard): Author of "The Big Print"
Bob Burnett (@boomer_btc): Founder/CEO of Barefoot Mining
Gary Leland (@GaryLeland): Founder of Bit Block Boom Bitcoin Conference.
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