The Pomp Podcast Why Bitcoin Is A Once-in-a Millennium Opportunity | Mel Mattison
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Sep 8, 2025 
Join Mel Mattison, an investor, author, and former fintech executive, as he dissects the intricate relationship between the Federal Reserve and current economic policies. He argues that historical political pressures have compromised the Fed's independence. Mattison champions Bitcoin and gold as essential hedges against currency debasement and inflation, emphasizing their importance in today’s changing investment landscape. He also critiques traditional investment strategies and encourages adapting to the evolving economic environment.
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Fed Independence Is A Myth
- The Federal Reserve has always been political and never truly independent according to Mel Mattison.
- Political pressures shape Fed votes and policy, so independence is largely a myth in practice.
Central Banking Is Historically Contentious
- US central banking has been contested since the founding, with repeated cycles of centralization and backlash.
- Historical episodes like Jackson's bank war show politics and specie constraints shaped monetary outcomes.
Lower Rates To Cut Interest Expense
- Lower short-term rates to reduce interest expense and stimulate housing, Mel proposes if he were Fed chair.
- Target a substantial cut over time to relieve fiscal strain and drive mortgage rates down.
