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How Bitcoin, Oil, and Privacy Protect Wealth Today

Mar 4, 2026

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Eric Meder

Eric Meder, privacy expert and Privacy Academy co-founder, and Glenn Meder, privacy instructor and co-founder, explain practical steps to reduce surveillance and protect personal data. Ken McElroy, real estate investor and educator, covers deal flow, underwriting, leverage, and cash-flow-focused property investing. They discuss Bitcoin, oil and energy investing, tax advantages, and digital privacy in multiple short conversations.

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INSIGHT

Bitcoin As A Hard Asset Hedge

Bitcoin complements gold and silver as ownership of hard assets protects purchasing power against Federal Reserve-driven inflation.
Robert Kiyosaki and Natalie Brunell link Bitcoin's decentralized money properties to historical distrust of central banking, citing The Creature From Jekyll Island and personal experiences from 2009 onward.

ANECDOTE

Natalie's Journey From Crisis To Bitcoin

Natalie Brunell recounted growing up as the child of Polish immigrants and watching her parents lose their home in the 2008 crisis, which spurred her distrust of the financial system.
She discovered Bitcoin around 2017 at ~$3,000, studied monetary history, and concluded Bitcoin is the hardest form of money improving on gold.

ADVICE

Use Domestic Energy Deductions To Lower Taxes

Invest in domestic oil and energy because U.S. tax code gives immediate deductions to active investors that foreign projects don't provide.
Tom Wheelwright explains domestic production deductions can offset ordinary wage income and reward reinvestment to defer taxes.

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Protect your wealth is more than a slogan—it's a strategy for navigating a rapidly changing financial system. In this special Rich Dad compilation, Robert Kiyosaki brings together conversations on Bitcoin, oil investing, tax strategy, real estate leverage, and digital privacy to address one core issue: financial control versus financial freedom. Robert discusses: -Why he supports Bitcoin alongside gold and silver -How central banking and inflation impact long-term purchasing power -Why energy investing—particularly oil and natural gas—remains critical -How tax incentives reward active investors over passive savers -Why real estate cash flow matters more than market headlines -How AI and digital surveillance threaten financial privacy Natalie Brunell explains Bitcoin as a decentralized alternative to centralized monetary systems. Oil investor Michael Mauceli and Tom Wheelwright break down domestic energy investing and the tax advantages tied to production. Ken McElroy reinforces the power of deal flow, leverage, and cash-flow discipline. Privacy experts Glenn and Eric Meder outline the growing risks of digital surveillance and why protecting your data is part of protecting your assets. The common thread across these discussions is ownership. Whether it's owning hard assets, energy production, real estate, or digital currency, control shifts toward those who understand the system rather than those who simply participate in it. This episode matters now because technology, central banking, AI, and geopolitical shifts are accelerating. Investors who act intentionally can build resilience while others react emotionally. 00:00 Introduction 00:35 Bitcoin Vs Old Guard 04:53 Natalie Bitcoin Journey 07:35 Oil Investing And Taxes 12:05 Energy Demand And AI 15:47 Wealth Defense Ad Break 16:45 Ken McElroy Deal Flow 24:07 Be Main Street 26:05 Big Brother Surveillance 28:12 Privacy Tools And Habits 31:00 Privacy Academy Program 33:55 Centralization Warning 35:28 Final Sign Off ----- When stocks and gold rise together, history says something is shifting beneath the surface. I've seen this before — in 1999 and in 2007. The signal showed up before the headlines did. Get the free Rich Dad Wealth Defense Guide to understand why real assets are rising — and how gold and silver can be held inside an IRA or 401(k), tax and penalty free. Call 866-703-9895 or text the word "GUIDE" to 24999 (U.S. Residents Only). ----- Disclaimer: The information provided in this video is for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be considered as financial advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any financial instrument or engage in any financial activity. The content presented here is based on the speaker's personal opinions and research, which may not always be accurate or up-to-date. Financial markets and investments carry inherent risks, and individuals should conduct their own research and seek professional advice before making any financial decisions.