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Why Embracing BITCOIN Is The Ultimate LifeHack | Max DeMarco | BFM124
Max DeMarco is an independent filmmaker and founder of 21c Studios. His YouTube videos have racked up over 2.5 million views, covering everything from the carnivore diet to fighting a professional Muay Thai match. Max is always looking to challenge himself and become a healthier version of himself. And now, he's running an agency helping podcasters and Bitcoin companies scale up their media efforts.› Follow Max onhttps://x.com/itsmaxdemarco› Max on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@MaxDeMarcoSPONSORS🧘♂️ Gain peace of mind withOnramp’s Multi-Institution Custody solution. Receive $250 in Bitcoin when you join viahttps://onrampbitcoin.com/bram🔨 Stamp Seed: The safest way to backup your hardware wallet - Get 15% off with codeBRAM athttps://stampseed.comPRODUCTS I ENDORSE› Foundation Passport: a premium Bitcoin hardware wallet that I love. Get $10 off:https://foundation.xyz/bram› Buy Bitcoin in the EU 🇪🇺 viahttps://relai.me/bram and use codeBRAM to reduce fees by 0.5%🔔SUBSCRIBE TO GET NOTIFIED› YouTube: https://youtube.com/@bramk› Follow Bram on https://x.com/bramk🕑 TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Introduction to Bitcoin and Personal Journey01:48 - From Music Industry to Bitcoin Enthusiast05:41 - The Impact of Technology on Music and Art09:53 - Low Time Preference and Timeless Creations15:39 - The Influence of Bitcoin on Personal Values21:20 - Exploring Health and Family Values through Bitcoin27:02 - Trusting Yourself: The Psychological Journey of Bitcoin Adoption29:50 - Discipline in Bitcoin and Muay Thai Training32:24 - The Journey of Pain and Reward33:49 - Creativity and Authenticity in Art35:42 - Manifestation and the Power of Love37:29 - The Quest of Life and Personal Growth39:27 - Simplicity vs. Complexity in Achieving Goals45:56 - The Evolution of Bitcoin Understanding49:39 - Learning Through Experience and Empathy57:15 - The Storytelling Aspect of Bitcoin Adoption59:19 - The Future of Living on a Bitcoin Standard
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The Truth About China's Bitcoin Adoption Revealed | Roger Huang | BFM123
Roger Huang, the author of "Would Mao Hold Bitcoin?”, and I explore the intersection of technology, geopolitics, and economics through the lens of Bitcoin and China's unique role in its development.
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🕑 TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction to Bitcoin and China
02:48 China's Role in Bitcoin Mining and Regulations
05:30 The Resilience of Bitcoin Amidst Bans
08:21 Legal Status of Bitcoin in China
11:14 China's Economic Strategy and Bitcoin
14:08 The Future of Bitcoin in China and Globally
30:08 The Current State of China's Economy
33:23 Bitcoin's Role in China's Economic Control
35:29 China's Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and Mining
41:04 Geopolitical Dynamics of BRICS and Currency Control
47:44 The Future of Currency: CBDCs, Stablecoins, and Bitcoin
54:59 The Cypherpunk Movement and Its Influence
59:21 The Future of Open Source vs. State-Driven Technology
1:08:55 Bitcoin's Role in a Stateless Society
1:13:31 Core Beliefs and the Future of Bitcoin
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I Spent 1500 Hours Studying Bitcoin; Now I'm All In | George Bodine | BFM122
George Bodine, a former Navy F-18 Hornet pilot and Top Gun instructor, has a diverse background. He has worked as a police officer, oil field worker, underground miner (not Bitcoin), and nightly cab driver. After flying for Delta Air Lines he retired, and ever since he has been studying Bitcoin for over five years and has put in over 1500 hours.
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0:00 - George’s Journey to Bitcoin
5:02 - The Allure of Bitcoin and Its Community
9:27 - Bitcoin as a Store of Value
14:11 - Understanding Bitcoin's Value Proposition
18:35 - The Importance of Time and Space in Craft
21:30 - Risk Tolerance and Bitcoin Investment
24:56 - The Role of Knowledge in Bitcoin Investment
29:37 - The Future of Bitcoin and Financial Advisors
33:52 - Understanding Bitcoin Selling Patterns
34:46 - Exploring Bitcoin's Power Law and Network Effects
36:12 - Bitcoin's Future Value Predictions
37:30 - Bitcoin as a Monetary System
39:26 - Analyzing Bitcoin's Current Cycle
40:15 - The Impact of Network Growth on Bitcoin
42:37 - Forecasting Bitcoin's Price Peaks
44:32 - The Role of Nation States in Bitcoin Adoption
47:19 - Strategic Bitcoin Reserves and Market Dynamics
51:37 - The Inevitable Rise of Bitcoin
53:58 - Challenges and Future of Bitcoin Transactions
1:01:02 - Consolidating Bitcoin Transactions
1:02:48 - The Future of Bitcoin Adoption
1:06:18 - Bitcoin's Role in Financial Systems
1:09:01 - MicroStrategy: The Bitcoin Bank of the Future
1:25:23 - Personal Journeys in the Bitcoin Space
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Bitcoin is the Greatest Wealth Opportunity for Millennials | AmericanHODL | BFM121
AmericanHODL is a Bitcoin OG and prominent figure in the Bitcoin community, known for his strong advocacy, philosophical takes, and memes.
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00:00 - Introduction to Bitcoin for Millennials
00:45 - Millennials: A Generation of Restoration
02:19 - The Millennial Experience: Challenges and Changes
03:49 - Institutional Betrayal and the Search for Truth
05:54 - Bitcoin: A Spiritual Journey
07:18 - The Unique Position of Millennials
09:56 - Bitcoin as a Bridge Between Worlds
12:52 - Pushing Value into the Future
15:26 - The Role of Parenthood in Meaningful Existence
18:05 - Cultural Myths and Financial Realities
23:42 - The Challenge of Awakening Others
30:24 - The Journey to Bitcoin Awakening
32:59 - Understanding Risk and Control in Life
37:47 - Bitcoin's Perceived Volatility vs. Reality
41:43 - Embracing Risk and the Hero's Journey
51:44 - Scarcity of Money and Abundance of Resources
01:02:16 - The True Ownership of Bitcoin
01:04:14 - The Future of Bitcoin and Fiat
01:06:01 - AI's Impact on Bitcoin and Productivity
01:07:39 - Bitcoin as a Narrow AI and Roko's Basilisk
01:13:14 - The Emotional Journey of HODLing
01:19:46 - Bitcoin's Inevitable Rise and Strategic Reserves
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Trump’s Crypto Order, CBDCs & Free Speech: The Big Picture | Erik Dale | BFM120
Erik Dale is a “European revivalist” and prolific Bitcoiner with a unique perspective on how Bitcoin. He is an expert communications professional and was a former adviser to the President of the European Commission.
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00:00 - Introduction and Context of the Conversation
02:26 - Freedom of Speech and Censorship Issues
05:15 - The Role of Government in Information Control
08:06 - The Importance of Humility in Discourse
11:03 - Trump's Executive Order and Its Implications
13:39 - Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and Their Challenges
16:27 - The Future of Bitcoin in Light of Regulatory Changes
23:49 - The Economic Divide: Europe vs. America
26:48 - The EU's Future: A Cautionary Tale
31:08 - Cultural and Economic Competition in Europe
34:59 - The Power of Bitcoin: A New Hope
38:51 - The Strategic Bitcoin Reserve: A Game Changer
41:55 - The Ripple Effect: Challenges and Opportunities
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