Parker Lewis, author of 'Gradually, Then Suddenly' and Head of Business Development at Zaprite.com, dives deep into the world of Bitcoin. He discusses Bitcoin's fixed supply and its crucial role in today’s financial system. The conversation highlights the risks of rising debt and inflation, positioning Bitcoin as a potential stabilizer. Lewis emphasizes the need for self-custody and education to foster wider adoption. He also contrasts Bitcoin with fiat currencies and explores the psychological shift that investing in Bitcoin can bring, focusing on economic resilience.
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Bitcoin's Fixed Supply Drives Value
Bitcoin's value derives from its fixed supply of 21 million, creating money that can't be printed.
Only about 0.1% of people understand this, but 100% will need Bitcoin as demand grows exponentially.
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Learn Bitcoin Fundamentals Yourself
Start by owning some Bitcoin to create an incentive to learn how it enforces a fixed supply.
Develop your own understanding from first principles to build real conviction, not relying on others' opinions.
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Debt Imbalance Signals Crisis
The massive imbalance of $102 trillion debt versus $7 trillion base money will eventually trigger a financial system failure.
Central banks printing money only delays collapse but also enables credit system expansion, creating unsustainable imbalances.
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The Bitcoin Standard analyzes the historical context to the rise of Bitcoin, the economic properties that have allowed it to grow quickly, and its likely economic, political, and social implications. The book takes the reader on an engaging journey through the history of technologies performing the functions of money, from primitive systems to modern government debt. It explains the operation of Bitcoin as a decentralized, distributed piece of software that converts electricity and processing power into indisputably accurate records, allowing users to perform traditional monetary functions without relying on authorities or physical infrastructure. The book also explores common questions surrounding Bitcoin and its potential as a store of value and a network for final settlement of large payments, challenging government monopolies and offering a vision of money extricated from politics and borders.
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Gradually, Then Suddenly
Parker Lewis
What I can’t say on YouTube… I publish here: 👉 https://brandongentile.substack.com Next TOP interview: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6MMHrGtbfgA&list=PL69jJphDIQDWu-4cG5NWzUazXfhsoTLrd&index=10TOP Bitcoin Insider: How Much You Need to NEVER Work AgainBook your FREE 30-min call with my good friends at The Bitcoin Way for help with self-custody, privacy, VPN support, nodes, etc: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/brandonPresented by @Bitcointradingcards For 10% OFF Bitcoin Trading Cards order go to https://btc-tc.com and enter at checkout: PLAYABLECHARACTERS10Parker Lewis discusses the importance of Bitcoin ownership, the dynamics of its value, and the implications of current economic policies. They emphasize the necessity for individuals to understand Bitcoin's fixed supply and its role in the financial system, while also addressing the challenges posed by debt and money printing. The dialogue explores the future of fiat currencies in relation to Bitcoin, the importance of education in understanding Bitcoin's value, and the role of businesses in facilitating Bitcoin adoption. Parker emphasizes that as more people recognize Bitcoin's potential, its adoption will increase, leading to a significant shift in the financial landscape. They discuss what it might take to retire on Bitcoin alone. Parker's Bio:Author - Gradually, Then Suddenly, available exclusively for sale at http://TheSaifHouse.com. Head of Business Development at http://Zaprite.com working on #bitcoin payments.Connect here: Twitter - https://x.com/parkeralewisWebsite - https://zaprite.com🔊 LISTEN ONFountain - https://fountain.fm/show/X8q7DR6vzgS9zXPYgJumSpotify - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brandongentile 📲 TALK TO ME ONTwitter - https://twitter.com/brandon_gentileNostr - primal.net/p/npub1r6xc8z27uv9dy4zd55z6rjxe2vcdu40jrygla0wcug56klfeh4nshta9je 📱 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/brandongentile811Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandongentileTik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@brandon_gentile?_t=8knOkrkTtlO&_r=1⚡️ SUPPORT THE SHOW & VALUE FOR VALUE ECONOMY!Strike ID: brandongentile@strike.meCash App: $ThinkingBig811EDITOR: Francis @nillistudio Timestamps:00:00 The Necessity of Bitcoin Ownership05:54 The Importance of Personal Experience with Bitcoin12:00 The Consequences of Money Printing18:12 The Future of Bitcoin and Economic Systems22:49 Economic Imbalances and Central Bank Policies28:30 The Future of Fiat and Bitcoin Coexistence35:34 The Trajectory of Bitcoin's Value and Adoption43:41 Education and Understanding Bitcoin's Value49:51 Education and World Events Driving Adoption55:40 Understanding Risks in Bitcoin Investments01:00:16 The Tipping Point for Bitcoin's Mainstream Acceptance01:08:18 Inflation vs. Deflation in Economic Systems01:08:49 The Importance of Deflation in Capitalism01:09:18 Inflation's Impact on Society01:10:17 Bitcoin as a Solution to Inflation01:11:26 The Psychological Shift of Bitcoin Adoption01:12:11 The Role of Money in Economic Coordination01:13:37 Deflation and Its Misconceptions01:14:03 The Neutrality of Fixed Money Supply01:15:00 The Future of Bitcoin and Economic Incentives01:16:26 The Psychological Aspect of Bitcoin Savings01:17:11 Preserving Wealth in an Inflationary World01:18:22 Bitcoin's Role in Financial Security01:19:15 Understanding Bitcoin's Fixed Supply01:20:27 The Importance of Bitcoin Education01:21:45 The Utility of Bitcoin vs. Altcoins01:22:04 The Future of Bitcoin Prices01:23:45 Bitcoin's Adoption Cycle01:25:22 Predicting Bitcoin's Price Movements01:26:11 Debunking Altcoin Utility Myths01:29:11 The Importance of Education in Bitcoin Adoption01:30:00 Final Thoughts and RecommendationsDISCLAIMER: “Playable Characters” is for entertainment purposes only and does not intend to be taken as financial advice. #BitcoinETF #BitcoinHalving #bitcoin #btc #crypto #cryptocurrency #money