What Bitcoin Did The Debt Spiral, Stagflation & Why Bitcoin Wins w/ James Lavish
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Jun 3, 2025 
In this discussion, James Lavish, a macro investor and former hedge fund manager, delves into the precarious state of the U.S. bond market and how it mirrors Greece’s financial challenges. He highlights the growing threat to the dollar's dominance as the world reserve currency and the implications of stagflation. Lavish explores institutional interest in Bitcoin, the impact of ETF approvals, and what companies like Apple could do for corporate adoption. The conversation paints a compelling picture of Bitcoin's potential against the backdrop of evolving economic dynamics.
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Cybersecurity Son Inspires Bitcoin Journey
- James Lavish's son works in cybersecurity as a pen tester and red team member.
- He actively hacks into companies to find vulnerabilities, even performing physical break-ins as part of his job.
James Lavish's Bitcoin Adoption Story
- James Lavish started seriously researching Bitcoin around 2020-2021 after encouragement from his son.
- He initially bought various coins but later consolidated to Bitcoin as he learned more and engaged with the community.
US Sovereign Downgrade Implications
- US credit rating downgrades signal fiscal irresponsibility, not inevitability of default.
- Technical defaults occur during political gridlock with missed payments quickly remedied ensuring no real loss to creditors.