Luke Gromen unpacks the dynamics of stablecoins and T-bills, Bitcoin’s role as a fiscal policy marker, and the implications of yield curve control. We delve into U.S. dollar devaluation, global liquidity in 2025, and the interplay of tariff threats and international Bitcoin reserves.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
00:00 - Intro
01:10 - Why total federal receipts over 18% of GDP have historically led to recessions.
11:25 - The connection between stablecoins and T-bill demand, and its influence on Bitcoin adoption.
21:58 - How the Bank of England’s yield curve control impacts Bitcoin’s bullish potential.
23:42 - Luke’s argument for early U.S. dollar devaluation to manage debt-to-GDP ratios.
24:46 - Luke’s perspective on global liquidity trends for 2025.
26:11 - The role of Bitcoin as a marker of U.S. fiscal policy failures.
28:29 - How tariff negotiations could push nations to adopt Bitcoin reserves.
29:35 - Developments in China, Canada, and France, and their potential effects on global finance.
34:26 - Steps for transitioning to a Bitcoin standard in global credit systems.
50:42 - Luke’s strategic approach if advising the U.S. government on managing deficits.
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BTC215: Global Macro and Bitcoin Q1 2025 w/ Luke Gromen (Bitcoin Podcast) | We Study Billionaires - The Investor’s Podcast Network - Listen or read transcript on Metacast
