Basecamp for Men E297: Bitcoin Simplifies Life

E297: Bitcoin Simplifies Life with Special Guest Pete Noble

 

E297 Introduction

I LOVE talking to Bitcoiners! There is, not only an enthusiasm and excitement that is contagious but also a sense of possibility for the future coupled with a steely-eyed look at the current decaying monetary system that is irresistible to me. In short, Bitcoiners know some things. Things that not everyone knows yet. If this ruffles your feathers because you are a so-called “smart technologist”, neither my guest nor I really give two fucks. Are you following me? Sorry to be so crass out of the gate but there are some serious misconceptions about money that 99 percent of the population holds close.

I have a really interesting interview with a new friend today but first a couple of memes to capture the spirit of what we will be talking about. 

The first is from IG (I think from The Black Robinhood) and titled “If You’re Still Saving in Dollars, You Don’t Understand Money.

Here’ why: the dollar isn’t designed to hold value- it’s designed to lose it. Inflation is built into the system. Central banks print trillions, governments spend recklessly, and your “savings” melt away year after year. Bitcoin flips that script.

With a fixed supply of 21 million, Bitcoin is mathematically scarce. No one can print more. Every four years, new supply gets cut in half. Demand grows, supply shrinks and over time, price compounds.

Saving in dollars = guaranteed loss

Saving in Bitcoin = protection + exponential upside

When you stack in Bitcoin, you‘re not just saving money-you’’re saving your time, labor, and freedom in a form that can’t be inflated away.

People who dismiss Bitcoin expose themselves: they don’t actually understand what money is supposed to do- and that is store value over time.

Fiat fails that test. Bitcoin passes with flying colors. The question isn’t “Why Bitcoin?”. It’s “Why are you still trusting melting dollars?”

And another interesting tidbit for you. Young Hoon Kim, The man who holds the Guiness World Record for highest IQ of 276 has converted all his assets into Bitcoin believes that Bitcoin will 100 X in 10 years and become the world reserve currency. And is quoted as saying “Bitcoin is the only hope for the future economy.” So….. for all you smarty pants out there. The man with an IQ of 276 has done the proof of work and is putting his chips on Bitcoin. Do you think it might be worth a bit of study for you? Don’t shoot me, I’m just the messenger.

I really love today’s interview. Enjoy!

Pete Noble Bio-

My guest today is Pete Noble. Pete is a hustband and father, a man who has worked in technology for decades, and an enthusiastic Bitcoiner. Here is my interview w Pete Noble. 

E297 Final Thoughts

I hope you enjoyed that conversation as much as I did. We will be keeping track of Pete and all the developments and ideas that spring forth in the Bitcoin space. What an exciting time to be alive! Thank you Basecampers!

Basecamp for Men E275: Macroeconomics w/ Peruvian Bull

E275: Macroeconomics with Special Guest Peruvian Bull

 

E275 Introduction

Today’s episode is not really a Bitcoin episode per se. But rather a conversation with a very intelligent young man about what he sees in the macroeconomic environment as it relates to our future.

I have said that we will continue to feature Bitcoiners on this show. Not every episode. Basecamp is not a Bitcoin podcast. But I like what Bitcoiners bring to the table: street smarts, intelligence about monetary properties, intuition, and a healthy dose of optimism and foresight.

In my view, Bitcoiners are one of the only sub-groups bringing light and humor and insight into the narrative war. The fact that they are preaching adoption of the hardest money on the planet is almost the cherry on top, so to speak.

Between tariffs and de-dollarization and trade and narrative wars, it can be difficult to see clearly. We are in the cognitive dissonance phase for many people, certainly the normies are getting this in spades. A sort of WTF is happening vibe is all over the place.

This is where the stone-cold conviction of the Bitcoiners again stands alone. What other sub-group is cutting through the fog the way Bitcoiners are? None that I can see.

Let‘s get to our interview, it’s a good one. And once again, none of this should be taken as financial advice. I am not saying YOU should buy Bitcoin. I am a libertarian through and through. You do you Basecamper. I am simply sharing what I have found valuable. That is all. Enjoy the interview.

Peruvian Bull Bio

My guest today goes by the name Peruvian Bull. He is a former analyst in fintech and a writer on finance and monetary policy. He is also the author of the book The Dollar Endgame. Here is my interview with Peruvian Bull.

E275 Final Thoughts

Well I hope you enjoyed that conversation as much as I did with the always insightful Peruvian Bull. To get his read on macroeconomics and what is happening with the dollar and Bitcoin, go subscribe to his Substack under Peruvian Bull. Thank you Basecampers and we’ll see you around the fire next week.