Bitcoin for Millennials

Bram Kanstein

Explore the inner workings of our flawed financial system with Bram Kanstein (https://x.com/@bramk) and his guests. Discover why Bitcoin stands out as the most groundbreaking technological discovery of our time—and why you need to understand and embrace it.

  1. -1 ДН.

    Why Boredom Will Destroy More Bitcoiners Than Bear Markets | American HODL | BFM197

    AmericanHODL is a Bitcoin OG and prominent figure in the Bitcoin community, known for his strong advocacy, philosophical takes, and memes. › https://x.com/americanhodl8 PARTNERS 🌳 Gain peace of mind with Onramp’s Multi-Institution Custody solution. Sign up with code BRAM to receive $150 in Bitcoin after your first deposit: https://onrampbitcoin.com/bram 🟧 Gemini’s Bitcoin Credit Card: Earn instant bitcoin rewards on every purchase with no annual fee. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus: https://gemini.com/bram 🔐 Blockstream Jade Plus: The simplest and most secure hardware wallet on the planet - Get 10% off your entire order with code BRAM at https://store.blockstream.com 🔨 Stamp Seed: The safest way to backup your hardware wallet - Get 15% off with code BRAM at https://stampseed.com PRODUCTS I ENDORSE › Get 10% off a Bitaxe open-source Bitcoin home miner using code BRAM at https://shop.powermining.io/?ref=BRAM › Buy Bitcoin in the EU 🇪🇺 via https://relai.me/bram and use code BRAM to reduce fees by 0.5% 🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO GET NOTIFIED › https://youtube.com/@bramk⁠⁠ › https://x.com/bramk ℹ️ EPISODE SUMMARY Everyone talks about price. Almost no one talks about boredom. In this episode, American HODL returns to Bitcoin for Millennials to explain why the hardest part of hodling isn’t volatility — it’s time. We explore why the biggest threat to your Bitcoin stack isn’t panic-selling or regulation, but the quiet erosion of conviction that happens when nothing seems to move. Topics we cover: Why this bull market feels slow, stable, and strangely boringHow boredom and greed destroy most Bitcoin holdersThe psychology of conviction and long-term thinkingBitcoin as “engineered truth” and the dissolving force of fiatWhy incentives, not ideology, make Bitcoin unstoppableThe “Paperclip Maximizer” theory: how Bitcoin turns the world into BitcoinWhy even BlackRock and nation-states will eventually bend to its rulesThis is a raw, high-signal conversation about what it really takes to hold through the monetization of truth.

    1 ч. 26 мин.
  2. -4 ДН.

    $1M Bitcoin & AI Dominance: Coming Sooner Than You Think | Marc van der Chijs | BFM196

    Marc van der Chijs is a Dutch tech entrepreneur who sold Chinese YouTube (Tudou) to Alibaba for $4.3 billion and co-founded Bitcoin mining giant Hut8. Based in Singapore, he now invests in AI and Bitcoin, with a sharp perspective on how these technologies will shape our future. › https://x.com/marcvanderchijs PARTNERS 🌳 Gain peace of mind with Onramp’s Multi-Institution Custody solution. Sign up with code BRAM to receive $150 in Bitcoin after your first deposit: https://onrampbitcoin.com/bram 🟧 Gemini’s Bitcoin Credit Card: Earn instant bitcoin rewards on every purchase with no annual fee. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus: https://gemini.com/bram 🔐 Blockstream Jade Plus: The simplest and most secure hardware wallet on the planet - Get 10% off your entire order with code BRAM at https://store.blockstream.com 🔨 Stamp Seed: The safest way to backup your hardware wallet - Get 15% off with code BRAM at https://stampseed.com PRODUCTS I ENDORSE › Get 10% off a Bitaxe open-source Bitcoin home miner using code BRAM at https://shop.powermining.io/?ref=BRAM › Buy Bitcoin in the EU 🇪🇺 via https://relai.me/bram and use code BRAM to reduce fees by 0.5% 🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO GET NOTIFIED › YouTube: ⁠⁠https://youtube.com/@bramk⁠⁠ › Follow Bram on ⁠⁠https://x.com/bramk 🕑 TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction to Bitcoin and Personal Journey03:07 - Curiosity and Conviction in Bitcoin Investment06:00 - The Impact of Bitcoin's Hard Forks08:54 - Bitcoin as a Digital Currency and Its Future10:09 - The Transition from Traditional Banking to DeFi13:08 - The Role of AI in Banking and Finance15:10 - Bitcoin as a Reserve Asset in the Future18:15 - The Generational Divide: Gold vs. Bitcoin20:29 - Market Sentiment and Future Predictions for Bitcoin23:43 - Saving vs. Investing: A Personal Perspective26:48 - The Future of Banking and Financial Products28:47 - The Shift in Banking Dynamics31:50 - Stablecoins and Traditional Banking36:39 - AI and Bitcoin: A New Financial Frontier38:58 - The Future of Bitcoin Adoption41:28 - Challenges Ahead: Trust in Fiat Systems46:18 - Preparing for Uncertainty: The Need for Mobility48:57 - Advice for Future Generations55:20 - Optimism Amidst Challenges57:00 - Pursuing Happiness Over Wealth ℹ️ EPISODE SUMMARY Bram Kanstein and Marc Van Der Chijs discuss Marc’s insights on Bitcoin, AI, and the future of finance. Marc discusses his personal journey into Bitcoin, the importance of curiosity in driving innovation, and how to build conviction in investments. He emphasizes Bitcoin's resilience, its role in a digital economy, and the transition from traditional finance to decentralized finance (DeFi). They also explore the impact of AI on jobs and the financial system, the potential for Bitcoin to become a reserve asset, and the generational shifts in financial understanding. The conversation touches on the current state of Bitcoin, macroeconomic drivers of its value, and the risks associated with stablecoins and fiat systems. Finally, Marc offers advice on preparing for economic uncertainty and the importance of pursuing happiness and personal freedom.

    1 ч. 4 мин.
  3. 9 ОКТ.

    3 BIG Developments Pushing Bitcoin Adoption in 2025 | Daniel Batten | BFM195

    Daniel Batten is a climate tech investor and managing partner at CH4 Capital who has fundamentally shifted the global conversation around Bitcoin's environmental impact through rigorous research and data analysis. › https://x.com/DSBatten › Daniel’s articles: https://batcoinz.com PARTNERS 🌳 Gain peace of mind with Onramp’s Multi-Institution Custody solution. Sign up with code BRAM to receive $150 in Bitcoin after your first deposit: https://onrampbitcoin.com/bram 🟧 Gemini’s Bitcoin Credit Card: Earn instant bitcoin rewards on every purchase with no annual fee. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus: https://gemini.com/bram 🔐 Blockstream Jade Plus: The simplest and most secure hardware wallet on the planet - Get 10% off your entire order with code BRAM at https://store.blockstream.com 🔨 Stamp Seed: The safest way to backup your hardware wallet - Get 15% off with code BRAM at https://stampseed.com PRODUCTS I ENDORSE › Get 10% off a Bitaxe open-source Bitcoin home miner using code BRAM at https://shop.powermining.io/?ref=BRAM › Buy Bitcoin in the EU 🇪🇺 via https://relai.me/bram and use code BRAM to reduce fees by 0.5% 🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO GET NOTIFIED › https://youtube.com/@bramk⁠⁠ › https://x.com/bramk ℹ️ EPISODE SUMMARY Bram Kanstein and Daniel Batten explore three massive forces accelerating Bitcoin adoption in 2025—from energy markets and institutional capital to regulatory clarity. Batten reveals why the next 18 months will redefine Bitcoin’s role in global finance, energy, and ESG narratives. We discuss how renewable energy integration is driving mining efficiency, why institutional incentives are aligning faster than anyone expected, and how political and regulatory shifts could ignite the next wave of adoption. Daniel also shares why he believes Bitcoin’s environmental story has flipped from criticism to catalyst, and why these converging trends make this cycle extremely bullish. If you’re following Bitcoin adoption, energy, mining, ESG, or macro investment trends, this high-signal conversation is essential.

    57 мин.
  4. 6 ОКТ.

    Bitcoin & AI: The 2026 Bull Run That CHANGES EVERYTHING | Jordi Visser | BFM194

    Jordi Visser is a veteran macro investor with over 30 years of Wall Street experience who's become one of the most compelling voices arguing that Bitcoin is "the purest AI trade" and the foundational asset for the post-industrial digital economy. › https://x.com/jvisserlabs › https://www.youtube.com/@JordiVisserLabs › https://substack.com/@visserlabs PARTNERS 🌳 Gain peace of mind with Onramp’s Multi-Institution Custody solution. Sign up with code BRAM to receive $150 in Bitcoin after your first deposit: https://onrampbitcoin.com/bram 🟧 Gemini’s Bitcoin Credit Card: Earn instant bitcoin rewards on every purchase with no annual fee. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus: https://gemini.com/bram 🔐 Blockstream Jade Plus: The simplest and most secure hardware wallet on the planet - Get 10% off your entire order with code BRAM at https://store.blockstream.com 🔨 Stamp Seed: The safest way to backup your hardware wallet - Get 15% off with code BRAM at https://stampseed.com PRODUCTS I ENDORSE › Get 10% off a Bitaxe open-source Bitcoin home miner using code BRAM at https://shop.powermining.io/?ref=BRAM › Buy Bitcoin in the EU 🇪🇺 via https://relai.me/bram and use code BRAM to reduce fees by 0.5% 🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO GET NOTIFIED › YouTube: ⁠⁠https://youtube.com/@bramk⁠⁠ › Follow Bram on ⁠⁠https://x.com/bramk 🕑 TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction to Bitcoin and AI Convergence00:46 - Jordi's Background and Macro Insights03:54 - The Role of Bitcoin in Economic Disruption06:40 - The End of the Debt Supercycle10:25 - AI's Impact on Traditional Business Models11:08 - The Future of Work and Bitcoin's Role14:47 - Belief Systems and the Value of Bitcoin17:16 - AI's Perspective on Financial Assets18:58 - Structural Deflation and Bitcoin's Value Proposition24:56 - Government Policies and the Fiat System28:36 - The Political Landscape and Economic Realities31:09 - The Future of Fortune 500 Companies34:25 - AI's Impact on Business and Entrepreneurship38:48 - The Evolution of Investment and Trading45:46 - Preparing Future Generations for a Rapidly Changing World49:46 - Core Beliefs and Pursuit of Happiness ℹ️ EPISODE SUMMARY Bram Kanstein and Jordi Visser—a veteran Wall Street investor turned macro visionary—explore how AI and Bitcoin are converging to reshape the global economy, financial markets, and human productivity. Drawing from decades in high finance, Visser explains why the debt-fueled monetary system is reaching its breaking point and how AI-driven deflationary innovation is transforming capitalism itself. They discuss why Bitcoin is the purest AI trade, how it has no competition as a digital store of value, and why it will serve as the foundation for a post-work, tokenized economy. This wide-ranging conversation unpacks the future of entrepreneurship, wealth preservation, and the mindset shifts needed to thrive in the coming AI–Bitcoin revolution. If you’re exploring Bitcoin, AI, macroeconomics, innovation, or the future of money, this episode is a must-watch roadmap for the decade ahead.

    1 ч. 4 мин.
  5. 2 ОКТ.

    "Big Short" Insider: Bitcoin to $1M is the Trade of the Century | Pius Sprenger | BFM193

    Pius Sprenger is a mathematician and former Wall Street investment banker who lived through "The Big Short" and the 2008 financial crisis from the inside before becoming an outspoken Bitcoin advocate. › https://x.com/PiusSprenger PARTNERS 🌳 Gain peace of mind with Onramp’s Multi-Institution Custody solution. Sign up with code BRAM to receive $150 in Bitcoin after your first deposit: https://onrampbitcoin.com/bram 🟧 Gemini’s Bitcoin Credit Card: Earn instant bitcoin rewards on every purchase with no annual fee. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus: https://gemini.com/bram 🔐 Blockstream Jade Plus: The simplest and most secure hardware wallet on the planet - Get 10% off your entire order with code BRAM at https://store.blockstream.com 🔨 Stamp Seed: The safest way to backup your hardware wallet - Get 15% off with code BRAM at https://stampseed.com PRODUCTS I ENDORSE › Get 10% off a Bitaxe open-source Bitcoin home miner using code BRAM at https://shop.powermining.io/?ref=BRAM › Buy Bitcoin in the EU 🇪🇺 via https://relai.me/bram and use code BRAM to reduce fees by 0.5% 🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO GET NOTIFIED › https://youtube.com/@bramk⁠⁠ › https://x.com/bramk ℹ️ EPISODE SUMMARY Bram Kanstein and Pius Sprenger dive into Wall Street, the 2008 financial crisis, and why Bitcoin is a once-in-history breakthrough. Pius—an Ivy League–trained mathematician turned Wall Street trader—was on the inside of “The Big Short” trade and later ran Deutsche Bank’s bad bank. Today he is a bold Bitcoin advocate, arguing that Bitcoin is not just another asset but the first true separation of money and state, as profound as separating church and state 500 years ago. We discuss why 2008 never got solved, how fiat money fuels inequality and war, and why Bitcoin’s foundation in math and physics makes its rise to $1M inevitable—without causing systemic chaos. Pius shares insights from his decades in high finance, Bitcoin’s growing adoption in U.S. pensions and institutions, its role in personal financial sovereignty, and how power law trajectories shape Bitcoin price predictions. If you want to understand Bitcoin investment, Wall Street finance, risk management, and the global financial reset already underway, this high-signal conversation delivers essential knowledge and perspective.

    1 ч. 27 мин.
  6. 29 СЕНТ.

    Bitcoin Is Your Only Escape From The $37+ Trillion Debt Bomb | Tim Savage | BFM192

    Tim Savage leads a bitcoin-focused accounting practice. As an avid Bitcoiner since 2017, he frequently educates and speaks on the many facets of Bitcoin. › https://x.com/zTimSavage › https://linkedin.com/in/timsavagecpa PARTNERS 🌳 Gain peace of mind with Onramp’s Multi-Institution Custody solution. Sign up with code BRAM to receive $150 in Bitcoin after your first deposit: https://onrampbitcoin.com/bram 🟧 Gemini’s Bitcoin Credit Card: Earn instant bitcoin rewards on every purchase with no annual fee. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus: https://gemini.com/bram 🔐 Blockstream Jade Plus: The simplest and most secure hardware wallet on the planet - Get 10% off your entire order with code BRAM at https://store.blockstream.com 🔨 Stamp Seed: The safest way to backup your hardware wallet - Get 15% off with code BRAM at https://stampseed.com PRODUCTS I ENDORSE › Get 10% off a Bitaxe open-source Bitcoin home miner using code BRAM: https://shop.powermining.io/?ref=BRAM › Buy Bitcoin in the EU 🇪🇺 via https://relai.me/bram and use code BRAM to reduce fees by 0.5% 🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO GET NOTIFIED › YouTube: ⁠⁠https://youtube.com/@bramk⁠⁠ › Follow Bram on ⁠⁠https://x.com/bramk 🕑 TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction to Bitcoin Perspectives 01:45 - The Journey from Skepticism to Advocacy 04:27 - Understanding the Monetary System's Flaws 08:13 - The Case for Bitcoin as a Safe Asset 11:02 - Comparing Bitcoin to Traditional Assets 14:12 - The Imminent Economic Reconciliation 16:57 - The Future of Bitcoin and Economic Systems 31:33 - The Circular Debt Spiral 32:14 - Asymmetric Opportunities in a Fragile System 39:32 - Bitcoin as a Tool for Value Preservation 42:33 - The Shifting Landscape of Bitcoin Adoption 48:22 - Challenges Ahead for Bitcoin's Mainstream Acceptance ℹ️ EPISODE SUMMARY Bram Kanstein and Tim Savage unpack why fiat debt is a $37+ trillion ticking time bomb—and why Bitcoin is the only life raft worth holding. They explore how U.S. debt spirals mirror past empires, why fiat debasement mathematically guarantees collapse, and why Bitcoin is not a “risky bet” but the safest asset for storing time and energy. From gold’s failures to institutional adoption, we discuss the inevitability of a monetary reset and how Bitcoin becomes the exit strategy for individuals, families, and even nations.

    1 ч. 3 мин.
  7. 25 СЕНТ.

    Financial Expert Warns: The Millennial Wealth Transfer Is Fake! | Wyatt O'Rourke | BFM191

    Wyatt O’Rourke is the founder of Basilic Financial and author of "The Bitcoinization of Finance." He offers a unique perspective combining financial expertise with a deep belief in Bitcoin, conservative values, and responsible wealth stewardship. › https://x.com/wyattorourke_ PARTNERS 🌳 Gain peace of mind with Onramp’s Multi-Institution Custody solution. Sign up with code BRAM to receive $150 in Bitcoin after your first deposit: https://onrampbitcoin.com/bram 🟧 Gemini’s Bitcoin Credit Card: Earn instant bitcoin rewards on every purchase with no annual fee. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus: https://gemini.com/bram 🔐 Blockstream Jade Plus: The simplest and most secure hardware wallet on the planet - Get 10% off your entire order with code BRAM at https://store.blockstream.com 🔨 Stamp Seed: The safest way to backup your hardware wallet - Get 15% off with code BRAM at https://stampseed.com PRODUCTS I ENDORSE › Get 10% off a Bitaxe open-source Bitcoin home miner using code BRAM at https://shop.powermining.io/?ref=BRAM › Buy Bitcoin in the EU 🇪🇺 via https://relai.me/bram and use code BRAM to reduce fees by 0.5% 🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO GET NOTIFIED › YouTube: ⁠⁠https://youtube.com/@bramk⁠⁠ › Follow Bram on ⁠⁠https://x.com/bramk 🕑 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 and 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 and Wyatt O'Rourke discuss how Wyatt’s Bitcoin journey transformed his understanding of money, risk, and financial decision-making. He reflects on the philosophical implications of Bitcoin, the moral responsibilities of holders, and the challenges of generational wealth transfer in a fiat-dominated world. The discussion also highlights the importance of self-custody, the role of women in Bitcoin adoption, and the need for a new type of decision-maker in society. O'Rourke emphasizes the significance of personal values and faith in navigating the complexities of the financial landscape.

    1 ч. 1 мин.
  8. 22 СЕНТ.

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

    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 PARTNERS 🌳 Gain peace of mind with Onramp’s Multi-Institution Custody solution. Sign up with code BRAM to receive $150 in Bitcoin after your first deposit: https://onrampbitcoin.com/bram 🟧 Gemini’s Bitcoin Credit Card: Earn instant bitcoin rewards on every purchase with no annual fee. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus: https://gemini.com/bram 🔐 Blockstream Jade Plus: The simplest and most secure hardware wallet on the planet - Get 10% off your entire order with code BRAM at https://store.blockstream.com 🔨 Stamp Seed: The safest way to backup your hardware wallet - Get 15% off with code BRAM at https://stampseed.com PRODUCTS I ENDORSE › Get the The Bitaxe Gamma (open-source Bitcoin home miner) in US & UK with 10% using code BRAM: https://shop.powermining.io/?ref=BRAM › Buy Bitcoin in the EU 🇪🇺 via https://relai.me/bram and use code BRAM to reduce fees by 0.5% 🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO GET NOTIFIED › YouTube: ⁠⁠https://youtube.com/@bramk⁠⁠ › Follow Bram on ⁠⁠https://x.com/bramk 🕑 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.

    1 ч. 9 мин.
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Explore the inner workings of our flawed financial system with Bram Kanstein (https://x.com/@bramk) and his guests. Discover why Bitcoin stands out as the most groundbreaking technological discovery of our time—and why you need to understand and embrace it.

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