In this episode of Because of Bitcoin, Mauricio Di Bartolomeo sits down with expert macroeconomic investor Raoul Pal to discuss his illustrious career, Bitcoin’s role in global finance, and why liquidity cycles dictate market behavior. From Raoul's early career at Goldman Sachs to his groundbreaking work in educating the masses about macroeconomics and crypto through Real Vision, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

Raoul explains his journey from discovering Bitcoin in 2013 to his current investments in altcoins like Solana and SUI. He also shares actionable frameworks for navigating the complexities of global markets, highlights the importance of liquidity cycles, and explains his famous "Banana Zone" thesis for exponential gains in crypto.

Key Topics Covered:

• Raoul’s Career Journey: Growing up in a business-oriented family, working at Goldman Sachs, and founding Real Vision.
• Spotting Systemic Risks: Parallels between long-term capital management and today’s crypto market dynamics.
• The Case for Bitcoin: How Bitcoin’s global accessibility and fractional nature make it the ultimate asset for financial inclusion.
• Banana Zone Thesis: The factors that drive exponential market gains during liquidity cycles.
• Bitcoin vs. Altcoins: Raoul’s shift in focus from Bitcoin to Solana, SUI, and other altcoins for higher growth potential.

Links and Resources:

● Explore Real Vision

● Follow Raoul Pal on Twitter

● Learn About Bitcoin-Backed Loans at Ledn

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