Snow Tunnels and Toddler Smiles - Jesse Berger - 005

Join Scott Sibley on the Bitcoin for Families Show as he chats with Jesse Berger, author of Magic Internet Moneyand proud dad to a one-and-a-half-year-old. Jesse shares hilarious tales of toddler antics, Canadian snow adventures, and balancing work-from-home life in Toronto (28:41). From family traditions like cottage barbecues (14:16) to travel tips for tots (18:49), Jesse offers relatable insights for parents. He also discusses why Bitcoin matters for families, emphasizing financial empowerment (51:01).

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Timestamps

00:00 – Intro: Scott welcomes listeners to the Bitcoin for Families Show.
00:33 – Jesse Berger joins, excited to be on the show.
01:38 – Jesse introduces himself, his book Magic Internet Money, and his toddler daughter.
03:31 – Jesse on being a dad: “She brightens my day every day” (fatherhood joy).
04:10 – Icebreaker: Jesse recalls Canadian winter snow days as a kid.06:16 – Funny memory: “Parents dug out tunnels in this big snow ice mound” (childhood adventure).
07:32 – Icebreaker: Jesse recommends High Park’s cherry blossoms for a Toronto visit.
08:48 – Jesse on taking his daughter to High Park’s zoo: “She’s never laid eyes on a yak before.”
09:08 – Icebreaker: Jesse picks shortstop, inspired by Cal Ripken’s Iron Man streak.
11:04 – Icebreaker: Jesse chooses Mexico for a family winter escape: “Tacos and guacamole!”
12:17 – Icebreaker: Jesse’s toddler melts him with a head tilt: “I’m powerless” (toddler charm).
14:16 – Family traditions: Sunday dinners and cottage barbecues with extended family.
16:31 – Scott on cousins: “Lucky to have all the family close by” (family bonding).
18:49 – Travel tip: “Little spinner things… stuck to the airplane window” for toddler entertainment.
19:30 – Jesse on no screen time for his daughter: “Hold off as long as possible.”
22:57 – Meal planning: “I make eggs every morning… mastered seven fried eggs in one pan.”
25:15 – Jesse’s tip: Overcook dinner for toddler lunches to save time.
28:41 – Work-life balance: “Bitcoin has been very helpful in freeing my time” (flexible work).
32:13 – Jesse on bonding: “That time… is almost as much for me as it is for her.”
34:53 – Parenting lessons: Jesse’s mom worked from home, dad worked long hours (duality).
37:23 – Uncle to dad: “Just be patient with kids… meet them where they are.”
40:22 – Storytelling: “Have a flair for the dramatic” when reading to toddlers.
42:05 – Favorite books: Sleepy Heads and Good Night Basketball delight Jesse’s daughter.
51:01 – Bitcoin for families: “A property that can’t be seized… secure their future.”
59:35 – Final question: Jesse would give his kids Bitcoin at 21 for responsibility.