

James Lavish
Wall Street veteran and macro expert. He shares insights on macroeconomics, tariffs, and their impact on various markets through his newsletter, The Informationist, and the Bitcoin Opportunity Fund.
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Apr 9, 2025 • 1h 2min
BTC229: Trump Tariffs, Market Chaos, Bitcoin Impact w/ James Lavish
In this engaging discussion, Wall Street veteran James Lavish shares his insights on tariffs under Trump and their reverberations across markets. He highlights how these tariffs create game theory scenarios impacting equities, fixed income, and Bitcoin. Lavish also addresses global trade imbalances, China’s bond selloff, and the end of globalism. Additionally, he examines why inflation hurts lower-income individuals and discusses Bitcoin's emerging role as a hedge in today’s chaotic economic landscape.

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Mar 14, 2025 • 25min
#1505 James Lavish & Sam Callahan | Bitcoin Has EXPONENTIAL Growth Ahead
James Lavish, Co-Managing Partner of the Bitcoin Opportunity Fund, and Sam Callahan, an insightful Bitcoin newsletter author, engage in a dynamic discussion recorded at Bitcoin Investor Week. They explore the potential for Bitcoin's exponential growth, challenges of balancing the U.S. budget, and the interplay between treasury yields and economic growth. The conversation dives into Bitcoin's relationship with global liquidity and the evolving strategies for its adoption by nations, debating sovereignty versus convenience in investment approaches.

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Mar 11, 2025 • 43min
James Lavish: Is Bitcoin’s Price Being Suppressed So Banks Can Buy? Hedge Funds, Volatility & Turbocharging the 60/40
In this conversation with James Lavish, an investor and macro expert, they delve into Bitcoin's price volatility and the suspicion of market manipulation. James highlights how hedge funds are increasingly investing in Bitcoin, suggesting it could enhance traditional portfolios significantly. They discuss the importance of integrating Bitcoin into investment strategies as institutions begin adopting it as a major asset class. The potential for Bitcoin to act as a liquid store of value amid economic challenges is also explored, making a case for its role in the evolving financial landscape.

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Apr 30, 2025 • 1h 28min
LIVE IN BEDFORD w/ Checkmate, Preston Pysh, Lawrence Lepard, James Lavish, Matt Pines & Alex Thorn
Join industry heavyweights as they dive into the cracks of the fiat system. Alex Thorn, a research head at Galaxy Digital, discusses how Bitcoin and gold are becoming essential reserve assets amid economic turmoil. Venture capitalist Preston Pysh shares insights on the potential of 'bit bonds.' Matthew Pines unpacks the U.S.–China trade dynamics, while Lawrence Lepard and James Lavish argue for a strategic Bitcoin Reserve. With guests blending expertise and engaging discussions, this session is a must-listen for crypto enthusiasts!

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Jan 16, 2025 • 54min
#1471 James Lavish | Will Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Happen?
James Lavish, Managing Partner at The Bitcoin Opportunity Fund and author of 'The Informationist,' dives into the U.S. economy's current state and future prospects. He discusses the troubling rise of national debt and inflation's impact on different socioeconomic groups. Lavish emphasizes Bitcoin's potential as a strategic reserve in investment portfolios, driven by institutional interest and regulatory changes. He also touches on the dynamics of Bitcoin mining investments and the importance of energy efficiency for future growth.

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Feb 24, 2025 • 1h 16min
THE MONEY PRINTER IS COMING w/ James Lavish
In this engaging discussion, James Lavish, a macro investor and former hedge fund manager, dives deep into the intricacies of global liquidity cycles and the Federal Reserve's influence on market dynamics. He explores the implications of U.S. deficit spending and how it relates to Bitcoin’s perceived risk. Lavish shares insights on Bitcoin-backed bonds, investment strategies amid volatility, and the broader economic landscape shaped by fiscal policies. Tune in for an enlightening perspective on Bitcoin’s potential in a changing financial world.

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Nov 29, 2023 • 1h 6min
BTC158: Systemic Bond Issues & Bitcoin's Impact w/ James Lavish (Bitcoin Podcast)
James Lavish, a finance and macroeconomics expert who manages a VC firm, shares crucial insights into the current economic landscape. He discusses alarming trends like failed treasury auctions and recession fears. Lavish also delves into the dynamics of the bond market and the potential effects on Bitcoin, including an expected price surge in 2024. With 70% of Bitcoin held immobile, he highlights the growing institutional interest and the upcoming price discovery phase, urging listeners to rethink their investment strategies.

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Sep 19, 2024 • 1h 1min
On the Margin: The Fed’s Dilemma: Deflationary Cliff Or Debt Spiral | James Lavish
James Lavish, a Federal Reserve expert, joins the conversation to dissect the Fed's latest interest rate decisions and the implications of quantitative easing. He highlights the alarming U.S. debt levels and how they may lead to economic turmoil. The discussion also probes the repo market, revealing the Fed's disconnect from current inflation trends. Lavish emphasizes hard assets like Bitcoin and gold as potential safe havens amidst fiscal uncertainty. The complexities of the Fed's monetary strategies and their effect on market confidence are thoroughly explored.

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Apr 16, 2025 • 1h 3min
Is This the Breaking Point? What the Fed, Trump & the Market Are Telling Us w/ James Lavish
James Lavish, a former hedge fund manager and co-founder of the Bitcoin Opportunity Fund, shares his insights on the current macroeconomic landscape. He delves into the volatility of bond yields, the impact of geopolitical tensions, and whether the Fed will intervene amid rising inflation. The discussion reveals how Bitcoin is positioning itself as a protective asset, while also analyzing the complexities of U.S. Treasury securities. Listeners gain a clearer understanding of market dynamics and strategic investment opportunities.

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Dec 10, 2024 • 59min
#218 James Lavish: The Debt Is Unsustainable, All Roads Lead to Inflation, And Why I'm Bullish On Bitcoin
In this engaging discussion, James Lavish, a reformed hedge-fund manager and co-managing partner of the Bitcoin Opportunity Fund, dives deep into the unsustainable debt crisis facing the U.S. economy. He argues that all roads lead to inflation and sheds light on the widening wealth gap in America. Lavish also explores MicroStrategy's innovative Bitcoin strategy and predicts a promising outlook for institutional adoption of cryptocurrencies, especially as Bitcoin surpasses the $100K milestone.
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