We Study Billionaires - The Investor’s Podcast Network BTC219: The Big Print w/ Lawrence Lepard
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Jan 29, 2025 Lawrence Lepard, a sound money advocate and author of "The Big Print," explores the flaws of today's financial systems and the role of Bitcoin as a potential solution. He discusses the hidden costs of inflation and advocates for sound money principles to combat societal inequality. Lepard also highlights historical lessons about fiat currency failures and the moral imperative of decentralization. His vision promotes a future where thoughtful monetary changes can drive a more equitable society.
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Truth to Power
- Lawrence Lepard disrupted a Harvard Business School event by criticizing the Federal Reserve's policies.
- This bold move created an awkward atmosphere and earned him disapproving looks from influential figures.
Hidden Inflation
- Inflation is often misunderstood and misrepresented, leading to its devastating societal impact being underestimated.
- The real inflation rate is masked using hedonic adjustments and outright lies, gutting the middle class.
Deflationary Mask
- Technological deflation masks the true extent of fiat inflation, making the divergence less apparent initially.
- As technology advances exponentially, this gap widens, revealing the severity of monetary debasement.
