In this episode, Natalie Brunell chats with Katie Ananina aka "Katie the Russian" on X—CMO of CitizenX and founder of Plan B Passport—about why having a “Plan B” passport isn’t just a travel trick but a true safety net when geopolitics shift.

What you’ll learn about:

Katie’s entrepreneurial roots in Russia after the USSR’s collapse
How “Plan B Passports” give you a backup plan when borders change
Why second-citizenship by investment is becoming more popular
The basics of "flag theory" and why diversifying your citizenship matters
Key geopolitical trends to watch before picking a passport
Broken immigration systems and the rise of microstates
The future of flexible citizenship models

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Katie Ananina: "Plan B" Passports Explained, How to Safeguard Your Future with Second Citizenship

Coin Stories with Natalie Brunell