Published Writing

Articles by Catherine (Cat) Bleish Bonandin, republished here with their original dates and source credits.

Acrylic illustration of Catherine and a friend beside a converted yellow school bus, with thick purple, mustard, green, and brown brushstrokes.

On The Road with the Bitcoin Bus: The Bit Mom’s Journal (Part 5) [Travel Journal]

By Catherine Bleish. Originally published in Cointelegraph on April 28, 2015. This historical article reflects the services, offers, and views of that time. Cover artwork is illustrative. I always feel bittersweet when we leave New Hampshire. I feel so at home there, and so loved. Alas, we had successfully picked up The Bitcoin Bus, had […]

On The Road with the Bitcoin Bus: The Bit Mom’s Journal (Part 5) [Travel Journal] Read More »

Acrylic illustration of Catherine and a friend beside a converted yellow school bus, with thick purple, mustard, green, and brown brushstrokes.

On The Road with the Bitcoin Bus: The Bit Mom’s Journal (Part 4) [Travel Journal]

By Catherine Bleish. Originally published in Cointelegraph on April 27, 2015. This historical article reflects the services, offers, and views of that time. Cover artwork is illustrative. Settling In on the Bitcoin Bus By the time we had dealt with the logistics of picking up the bus, we were chomping at the bit to settle

On The Road with the Bitcoin Bus: The Bit Mom’s Journal (Part 4) [Travel Journal] Read More »

Acrylic illustration of Catherine and a friend beside a converted yellow school bus, with thick purple, mustard, green, and brown brushstrokes.

On the Road with the Bitcoin Bus: The Bit Mom’s Journal (Part 3) [Travel Journal]

By Catherine Bleish. Originally published in Cointelegraph on April 26, 2015. This historical article reflects the services, offers, and views of that time. Cover artwork is illustrative. Arrival in New Hampshire Our first day in New Hampshire we were treated to breakfast by our hosts Mike and MarMar Rogers. This couple has hosted our family

On the Road with the Bitcoin Bus: The Bit Mom’s Journal (Part 3) [Travel Journal] Read More »

Acrylic illustration of Catherine and a friend beside a converted yellow school bus, with thick purple, mustard, green, and brown brushstrokes.

On the Road with the Bitcoin Bus: The Bit Mom’s Journal (Part 2) [Travel Journal]

By Catherine Bleish. Originally published in Cointelegraph on April 25, 2015. This historical article reflects the services, offers, and views of that time. Cover artwork is illustrative. Flying to New Hampshire My husband, John Bush of the SovereignBTC podcast, was invited to speak at the Free Your Mind Conference in Philadelphia in mid-April. We thought

On the Road with the Bitcoin Bus: The Bit Mom’s Journal (Part 2) [Travel Journal] Read More »

Acrylic illustration of Catherine and a friend beside a converted yellow school bus, with thick purple, mustard, green, and brown brushstrokes.

Exploring the Bitcoin Lifestyle on Our Six-Week Holiday Road Trip [Travel Journal]

By Catherine Bleish. Originally published in Cointelegraph on January 25, 2015. This historical article reflects the services, offers, and views of that time. Cover artwork is illustrative. This past Thanksgiving, our family put the Bitcoin-travel economy to the test. We spent three weeks living on bitcoin only, as we explored ten states in our family

Exploring the Bitcoin Lifestyle on Our Six-Week Holiday Road Trip [Travel Journal] Read More »

Acrylic painting of a journalist’s desk with a microphone and open notebook beside a garden window.

Uncoinventional Activist Journalist, Derrick Broze, Powered by Bitcoin [Interview]

Originally published in Bitcoin Magazine on November 26, 2014, under the byline Catherine Bleish. The complete original article is republished here as part of my writing archive. Bitcoin has become a powerful tool for independent activist journalists. In the past, news writers and correspondents would compete for limited professional opportunities with large media networks. The

Uncoinventional Activist Journalist, Derrick Broze, Powered by Bitcoin [Interview] Read More »

Acrylic painting of a family minivan on a coastal road above a purple and gold bay.

“Uncoinventional” Bitcoin Only Tour Does Libertopia [Travel Essay]

Originally published in Bitcoin Magazine on November 25, 2014, under the byline Catherine Bleish. The complete original article is republished here as part of my writing archive. When John and I were invited to speak at Libertopia this year, I was extremely excited about the prospect of visiting California again. The last time I had

“Uncoinventional” Bitcoin Only Tour Does Libertopia [Travel Essay] Read More »

Acrylic painting of a minivan, holiday cabin, folded map and bitcoin coin.

“Uncoinventional” Family of Four Begins Bitcoin-Only Holiday Road Trip [Press Release]

Originally published in Bitcoin Magazine on November 14, 2014, under the byline Catherine Bleish. The complete original article is republished here as part of my writing archive. A family of four will embark on a three week bitcoin-only road trip over the Thanksgiving holiday. Expenses such as food, gasoline and lodging will all be paid

“Uncoinventional” Family of Four Begins Bitcoin-Only Holiday Road Trip [Press Release] Read More »

Acrylic painting of a guitar and microphone on a purple and green stage.

TatianaCoin, Decentralize the Music Industry [Interview]

Originally published in Bitcoin Magazine on October 29, 2014, under the byline Catherine Bleish. The complete original article is republished here as part of my writing archive. Many women love Bitcoin because it simply removes the glass ceiling that exists in so many professional work environments. Bitcoin opens doors of opportunity and empowers women to

TatianaCoin, Decentralize the Music Industry [Interview] Read More »

Acrylic painting of an open notebook, coins and a coffee cup by a garden window.

My Fascination with Daniel Krawisz and his Negative Stance on Altcoins [Interview]

Originally published in Bitcoin Magazine on October 28, 2014, under the byline Catherine Bleish. The complete original article is republished here as part of my writing archive. By: Catherine Bleish Daniel Krawisz has made a name for himself as the philosophical opponent to competing currencies. He takes issue specifically with competing crypto currencies such as

My Fascination with Daniel Krawisz and his Negative Stance on Altcoins [Interview] Read More »

Acrylic painting of two women at an outdoor market with bread, preserves and a bitcoin banner.

Meet the Central Texas Ladies of Bitcoin, Women Pioneering the Crypto Space Through Entrepreneurship [Interview]

Originally published in Bitcoin Magazine on October 26, 2014, under the byline Catherine Bleish. The complete original article is republished here as part of my writing archive. By: Catherine Bleish Central Texas has always been a hotbed of progressive thought and action. It is currently one of the most thriving Bitcoin meccas on the planet.

Meet the Central Texas Ladies of Bitcoin, Women Pioneering the Crypto Space Through Entrepreneurship [Interview] Read More »

Acrylic painting of a family minivan on a Texas highway with a travel bag and map.

How My Family Survived 24 Days Traveling on Bitcoin [Travel Essay]

Originally published in Bitcoin Magazine on October 22, 2014, under the byline Catherine Bleish. The complete original article is republished here as part of my writing archive. Overview This summer, my family decided to add a bitcoin-only twist to our annual trip to New Hampshire for the Porcupine Freedom Festival (PorcFest). We had no clue

How My Family Survived 24 Days Traveling on Bitcoin [Travel Essay] Read More »

Acrylic painting of open books, pencils and wooden blocks beneath a tree.

Unschooling: a Decentralized P2P Education Platform [Essay]

Originally published in Bitcoin Magazine on October 16, 2014, under the byline Catherine Bleish. The complete original article is republished here as part of my writing archive. By: Catherine Bleish I would like to introduce you to a different method of learning, an education system that mirrors many of the strengths found within the Bitcoin

Unschooling: a Decentralized P2P Education Platform [Essay] Read More »

Acrylic painting of a broadcast microphone, headphones, notebook and mixing desk.

The Liberty Beat Partners with Genesis Communications Network [Press Release]

Originally published in Bitcoin Magazine on September 30, 2014, under the byline Catherine Bleish. The complete original article is republished here as part of my writing archive. The Liberty Beat Partners with Genesis Communications Network FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: John Bush, Owner and Editor in Chief of The Liberty Beat Phone: 512-773-6102 San Marcos, TX

The Liberty Beat Partners with Genesis Communications Network [Press Release] Read More »

Acrylic painting of a map, notebook, compass and keys by a garden window.

Uncoinventional Travel Guide: A List of the Best Travel Related Bitcoin Companies [Travel Guide]

Originally published in Bitcoin Magazine on September 30, 2014, under the byline Catherine Bleish. The complete original article is republished here as part of my writing archive. Travel on bitcoin has become a simple reality. Not only can you find a place to stay with bitcoin, but you can also fly, buy gasoline, and eat

Uncoinventional Travel Guide: A List of the Best Travel Related Bitcoin Companies [Travel Guide] Read More »

Acrylic painting of friends around a picnic table at a Texas homestead.

Alliance of Austin Agorists Host Eighth Networking Party [Press Release]

Originally published in Bitcoin Magazine on August 8, 2014, under the byline Catherine Bleish. The complete original article is republished here as part of my writing archive. Join the Alliance of Austin Agorists this Saturday August 9th from 6 to 10pm at Brave New Books in Austin, Texas for their 8th networking party and counter-economic

Alliance of Austin Agorists Host Eighth Networking Party [Press Release] Read More »

Acrylic painting of a conference speaker with the United States Capitol beyond the window.

Constructive Reflections on Bitcoin in the Beltway [Event Review]

Originally published in Bitcoin Magazine on July 20, 2014, under the byline Catherine Bleish. The complete original article is republished here as part of my writing archive. This past month was the Bitcoin in the BeltwayConference held in Washington, D.C. The event was planned by Jason King, who recently ran 3,214 miles on a tour

Constructive Reflections on Bitcoin in the Beltway [Event Review] Read More »

Acrylic painting of small shops and sidewalk cafés on a bitcoin-friendly boulevard.

Our Uncoinventional Journey to Bitcoin Boulevard US [Travel Essay]

Originally published in Bitcoin Magazine on July 20, 2014, under the byline Catherine Bleish. The complete original article is republished here as part of my writing archive. Last month our family spent nearly a month living on the road while spending only Bitcoin. During the course of our travel we were invited via Twitter to

Our Uncoinventional Journey to Bitcoin Boulevard US [Travel Essay] Read More »

Acrylic painting of travel photographs, a map, notebook and minivan key ring.

Uncoinventional Tour in Review, Our Month on the Road Spending Bitcoin Only [Travel Essay]

Originally published in Bitcoin Magazine on July 20, 2014, under the byline Catherine Bleish. The complete original article is republished here as part of my writing archive. Uncoinventional: the Tour in Review Last month, our family traveled the U.S. spending only bitcoins. We documented our travels for Bitcoin Magazine through a live blog. As we

Uncoinventional Tour in Review, Our Month on the Road Spending Bitcoin Only [Travel Essay] Read More »

Acrylic painting of a minivan outside a hotel, with a phone and map in the foreground.

Our Nightmarish Experience Using Bitcoin on Expedia [Travel Essay]

Originally published in Bitcoin Magazine on July 2, 2014, under the byline Catherine Bleish. The complete original article is republished here as part of my writing archive. Our family is now on Day Nine of our cross country Bitcoin-only tour and we have used various Bitcoin friendly services to book our hotel rooms. The first

Our Nightmarish Experience Using Bitcoin on Expedia [Travel Essay] Read More »

Acrylic painting of a minivan on an Ohio main street with a folded map.

“Uncoinventional” Family on Bitcoin Only Cross Country Tour to Visit Ohio’s Bitcoin Boulevard [Press Release]

Originally published in Bitcoin Magazine on July 2, 2014, under the byline Catherine Bleish. The complete original article is republished here as part of my writing archive. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 2, 2014 Contact:John Bush, Uncoinventional TourJohnbush512@gmail.com(512) 773-6102Www.uncoinventional.comWww.sovereignbtc.comNikhil Chand, Founder, CoinNEOnc@coinneo.com(216) 202-0423www.coinneo.comwww.bitcoinboulevard.us“Uncoinventional” Family on Bitcoin Only Cross Country Tour to Visit Ohio’s Bitcoin BoulevardA family of

“Uncoinventional” Family on Bitcoin Only Cross Country Tour to Visit Ohio’s Bitcoin Boulevard [Press Release] Read More »

Acrylic painting of a minivan, luggage and a Texas map beside a homestead.

Uncoinventional Living Tour 2014 Press Release [Press Release]

Originally published in Bitcoin Magazine on June 17, 2014, under the byline Catherine Bleish. The complete original article is republished here as part of my writing archive. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 16, 2014 Contact: John Bush 512-773-6102 Family of Four Embarks on Four Week Automobile Trip Spending Bitcoin Only A family of four will spend

Uncoinventional Living Tour 2014 Press Release [Press Release] Read More »

Acrylic painting of a bitcoin satellite above the curved surface of Earth.

An Interview With Jeff Garzik, Bitcoin in Space [Interview]

Originally published in Bitcoin Magazine on June 17, 2014, under the byline Catherine Bleish. The complete original article is republished here as part of my writing archive. Catherine: How long have you been interested in space?Jeff: I’ve been interested in space for as long as I can remember. My father flew fighter jets and worked

An Interview With Jeff Garzik, Bitcoin in Space [Interview] Read More »

Acrylic painting of a travel notebook and coffee cup with a minivan beside distant hills.

Uncoinventional Living Tour 2014, Bitcoin Road Trip, Live Blog [Live Blog]

Originally published in Bitcoin Magazine on June 15, 2014, under the byline Catherine Bleish. The complete original article is republished here as part of my writing archive. Wednesday, 07/30, 12:24 Here is a list of the Media Coverage we received along the journey: 1. Yahoo Travel https://www.yahoo.com/travel/tech-nerd-tuesday-this-family-is-road-tripping-using-89684772802.html 2. Concord Monitor http://www.concordmonitor.com/home/12588401-95/texas-family-journeyed-to-new-hampshire-using-only-bitcoin 3. Hays Free Press

Uncoinventional Living Tour 2014, Bitcoin Road Trip, Live Blog [Live Blog] Read More »

Acrylic painting of a handshake over a notebook and bitcoin coin.

BitPay at the Bitcoin Job Fair, Working for Bitcoin [Press Release]

Originally published in Bitcoin Magazine on May 5, 2014, under the byline Catherine Bleish. The complete original article is republished here as part of my writing archive. The first ever Bitcoin Job Fair was held at the Plug and Play Tech Center in Sunnyvale, CA. This landmark event symbolizes the growing job market surrounding the

BitPay at the Bitcoin Job Fair, Working for Bitcoin [Press Release] Read More »

Acrylic painting of a small neighborhood shop, bicycle and secondhand household goods.

NYC Based Corkket.com Launches Bitcoin Craigslist Competitor [Article]

Originally published in Bitcoin Magazine on April 20, 2014, under the byline Catherine Bleish. The complete original article is republished here as part of my writing archive. NEW YORK CITY – April 9, 2014 – Corkket.com, a native Bitcoin person-to-person e-commerce platform, is beta launching in New York City on April 12, 2014. Corkket is

NYC Based Corkket.com Launches Bitcoin Craigslist Competitor [Article] Read More »

Acrylic painting of handmade necklaces, beads and jewellery tools at an outdoor market.

Her World on a String, Spotlight on a Bitcoin Business [Business Profile]

Originally published in Bitcoin Magazine on April 20, 2014, under the byline Catherine Bleish. The complete original article is republished here as part of my writing archive. If you seek artisan made goods, Central Texas is the place to be. Some attribute it to the magical waters flowing from springs into the river, some attribute

Her World on a String, Spotlight on a Bitcoin Business [Business Profile] Read More »

Acrylic painting of an acoustic guitar and microphone at a Texas music venue.

Transcript: An Interview With Tatiana Moroz Regarding SXSW, Bitcoin, and More [Interview]

Originally published in Bitcoin Magazine on April 9, 2014, under the byline Catherine Bleish. The complete original article is republished here as part of my writing archive. I caught up with singer-songwriter and Bitcoin enthusiast, Tatiana Moroz, to talk about her experience at SXSW this year. —TRANSCRIPT OF INTERVIEW—- Question: Tatiana, please tell us about

Transcript: An Interview With Tatiana Moroz Regarding SXSW, Bitcoin, and More [Interview] Read More »