Bitcoin Boomers: Joe Kelly on Scams, Security & Self-Custody in 2026

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: → Email Joe Kelly: joe@unchained.com → Terrance Michael on X: @proofofmoney → Free Bitcoin Tutorials (BTC Sessions): → Bitcoin Mentor (1-on-1 Expert Guidance):

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Bitcoin Boomers: Joe Kelly on Scams, Security & Self-Custody in 2026 is an episode from BTC Sessions by Ben Perrin.

This episode is 01:20:16 long.

This episode was published on Mar 30, 2026.

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