Join hosts Shimon Lazarov and Alex Chizhik (@MrEBITDA) for a no-holds-barred dive into the world's hottest topics! From the media blackout in Iran's potential revolution to Trump's geopolitical chess moves, Bitcoin's volatile flatline, and the explosive productivity gains from AI— this episode unpacks it all with sharp analysis, humor, and unfiltered insights.

In this episode:

• Bitcoin's "boring" year: Flat gains, underperforming bonds, but packed with volatility and alpha tips.
• Iran's crisis: Regime scenarios, nuclear threats, and why a partial change could be disastrous.
• Global realignments: Venezuela as a power play, Ukraine stalemate, Greenland grabs, and 80-year cycles.
• Economic optimism: AI-driven productivity, job disruptions, micro-startups, and bold policies like inflating Bitcoin to offset debt.

Whether you're into finance, foreign policy, or futuristic tech, this is your go-to for thought-provoking discussions that cut through the noise.

Timestamps:

• 00:01 - Introduction and Personal Updates
• 00:33 - Bitcoin Performance Debate
• 02:15 - Iran Crisis and Scenarios
• 09:46 - Trump's Foreign Policy and Venezuela
• 11:13 - Broader Geopolitical Implications
• 17:41 - Benefit of Doubt for Trump and Past Conflicts
• 22:35 - European Weakness and Greenland Acquisition
• 24:00 - Global Realignments and Cycles
• 25:47 - Markets and AI Productivity
• 30:14 - Job Disruption and Future Economy
• 33:49 - Economic Policies and Inflation Strategies
• 40:05 - US Economic Power and Closing Thoughts

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