Podcast: Bitcoin’s Role in the 80 Year Debt Cycle | Charles Edwards

Charles Edwards joins “On the Margin” host Michael Ippolito to discuss his macro outlook for 2022, crypto and bitcoin as a value versus momentum play

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On this episode of “On the Margin,” Blockworks Co-founder Michael Ippolito is joined by Charles Edwards, founder of Capriole Investments. After releasing Capriole’s 2022 Market Outlook newsletter, Charles came on the show for a discussion about what he expects for 2022 and beyond.

Charles shares his thoughts on the macro outlook for 2022, where bitcoin becomes a value versus momentum play and bitcoin vs. ethereum.

They also cover:

  • fraud
  • bitcoin’s role in the long-term debt cycle
  • and so much more

Watch the full episode below! 👇

“On the Margin” is a two-part show. Once a week, Mike interviews industry experts. At the end of the week, he is joined by a co-host where they break down the top crypto and macro stories. Episodes go live every Wednesday and Saturday morning.

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