Key Bitcoin Insights for Beginners (BIG Questions Answered!) | DeAnte Bruton | BFM190

Sep 22, 2025

DeAnte Bruton, a former college athlete and IT professional, dives into his early Bitcoin journey and the big questions he faced. He shares how podcasts illuminated the real value of Bitcoin compared to traditional savings and the enlightening realization about fiat currency. They discuss the notion of feeling late to the Bitcoin party, and Bram highlights why it's still early for Bitcoin adoption. Practical tips for discussing Bitcoin with skeptics and essential resources for beginners round out their insightful conversation.

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ANECDOTE

How A Bus Ride Turned Into A Bitcoin Deep-Dive

DeAnte first heard about Bitcoin in 2022 and then dove deep after seeing posts and podcasts that piqued his curiosity.
His daily commute became a learning routine as he consumed content and followed creators like Bram and CJ Johnson.

INSIGHT

Savings Comparison Sparked The Revelation

DeAnte compared his high-yield savings to Bitcoin and the math blew his mind over a three-year period.
He realized fiat savings often loses purchasing power while Bitcoin could act as a superior savings vehicle.

ADVICE

Compare Scarcity And Total Addressable Market

Evaluate Bitcoin as a superior store of value by comparing its fixed supply to other asset classes with monetary premiums.
Consider total addressable market and scarcity when judging Bitcoin's long-term upside.

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DeAnte Bruton is a former college athlete currently working in IT. He is a BFM listener and still early on his Bitcoin journey and research. I helped to answer his big Bitcoin questions!› https://x.com/Deanteb_3

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🕑 TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Introduction to Bitcoin Journeys

02:59 - Understanding the Value of Bitcoin

05:58 - The Realization of Money's Value

08:56 - Comparing Bitcoin to Traditional Savings

12:00 - Feeling Late to the Bitcoin Party

14:57 - The Future of Bitcoin and Its Adoption

17:45 - Bitcoin vs. Traditional Investments

20:58 - Engaging the Older Generation on Bitcoin

43:10 - Understanding Money, Ownership & The Complexity of Bitcoin vs. Traditional Investments

44:44 - Starting Your Bitcoin Journey

51:45 - The Future of Bitcoin and Its Value

59:22 - The Unkillable Concept of Bitcoin

ℹ️ EPISODE SUMMARY

Bram Kanstein sits down with DeAnte Bruton, a new Bitcoiner with big beginner questions. At 28, he compared his high-yield savings account to Bitcoin and realized fiat savings guarantees losing value while Bitcoin protects time and energy. We unpack common beginner fears and questions (“am I too late?”), compare Bitcoin to stocks and real estate, explore how to talk about Bitcoin with older generations, and why ownership in Bitcoin is different from any other asset. If you’ve ever thought you’re late to Bitcoin or struggle to explain it to friends and family, this episode is for you.