When Shift Happens Podcast

140: David Bailey: How We Convinced Donald Trump Bitcoin Is Good For America

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Sep 26, 2025
David Bailey, CEO of Bitcoin Magazine and KindlyMD, shares the fascinating tale of how he convinced Donald Trump to support Bitcoin as an 'America First' policy. He discusses his journey from early investment missteps to becoming a staunch advocate for Bitcoin. David dives into the strategic creation of Bitcoin treasury companies and their potential to drive returns. He also analyzes the implications of Bitcoin’s rise on politics and finance, and speculates on a future where Bitcoin could reach unprecedented valuations.
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ADVICE

Protect Your Bitcoin Custody

  • Avoid sketchy third-party custodians and carefully manage custody choices to prevent loss.
  • Self-custody carries its own risks, so choose custody aligned with your security capability.
INSIGHT

Bitcoin As Monetary Liberation

  • David's personal mission frames Bitcoin as a liberation tool from inflationary money and central control.
  • He envisions Bitcoin becoming humanity's reserve asset and reserve currency.
INSIGHT

Bitcoin's Anti-Fragile Nature

  • Bitcoin's resilience through multiple attacks demonstrated its anti-fragility to David.
  • Repeated recoveries convinced him Bitcoin couldn't be killed and increased his conviction over years.
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