The "What is Money?" Show Bitcoin Price Shock: Trillions Will Flow In Fast w/ Brian De Mint
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Sep 10, 2025 Brian De Mint, a Bitcoin evangelist and author of "Bitcoin Evangelism," shares insights on the transformative power of Bitcoin in today's economy. He discusses the potential of Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation and explores the dynamics of global currency debasement. The conversation highlights how the Orange Pill app fosters real-life connections among Bitcoin enthusiasts while prioritizing user privacy. De Mint also emphasizes the importance of community support during market fluctuations and the spiritual implications of Bitcoin as a revolutionary force.
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Capital Flow Inertia Into Bitcoin
- Small flows out of a massive global M2 have negligible impact on fiat but large outsized effects on Bitcoin's price.
- Bitcoin's market reacts strongly because relative inflows can equal many days of BTC volume, creating multiplier acceleration.
Rate Of Change, Not Tank Transfers
- Price pressure depends on the relative selling rates, not a literal tank-to-tank transfer of money.
- Reservation demand (holding vs. spending) determines upward price pressure across monies.
Custody Risk And Paper Bitcoin
- Centralized custody and fractional reserve practices can create paper-Bitcoin that suppresses upward pressure.
- Self-custody and proof-of-reserves become critical defenses against paper-market manipulation.
