Less Noise, More Signal
Welcome to Less Noise, More Signal. In a world saturated with news, hype, and endless chatter, finding clarity can seem like searching for a needle in a haystack. I have taken on this challenge and made it my mission to cut through the noise by amplifying the signal.
Who am I? I am Pascal Hügli. With a background in political philosophy, a career in investment management, and a deep expertise in Bitcoin and digital assets, I am here to explore the ideas and connections that others do not bother to see. It’s not just about finding the right answers; it’s about asking the right questions.
In each episode, I interview the most insightful thinkers in their respective fields. Every guest contributes a vital piece to the puzzle, helping us form a clearer picture of the forces shaping our world of macro, finance, and money.
Listen in as my guests and I tilt the balance from noise to signal, one podcast episode at a time. Let’s cut through the clutter and focus on what truly matters. Ready to elevate your understanding? Let’s dive in.
Episodes
43 episodes
Investment activist Matt Cole: Bitcoin and AI will shape tomorrow’s S&P 500 winners
In this conversation, Matt Cole and Pascal Hügli discuss the significant disruption AI poses to corporate America and the necessity for companies to adapt by investing in innovative technologies like Bitcoin. The discussion also covers the conc...
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Episode 42
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1:02:29
Travis Kling: Crypto puts human nature and morality on display like nothing else
In this conversation, Pascal Hugli and Travis Kling discusses the concept of financial nihilism, which highlights the growing wealth inequality and the unattainability of the American dream for younger generations. He explores how this ni...
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Episode 41
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1:30:46
Benjamin Cowen: This is why Bitcoin needs to hit new highs by August
In this conversation, Pascal Hugli and Benjamin Cowen discusses the current state of Bitcoin and its market dynamics, focusing on the implications of the recent death cross, investor sentiment, and strategies for navigating the cry...
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Episode 40
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54:09
Macro investor: US bond markets are a signaling a crisis in confidence
In this conversation, Pascal Huegli and Spencer Hakimian discusses the current state of the U.S. economy, focusing on the rising bond yields and falling dollar, which signal a crisis of confidence. He emphasizes the importance of the bond marke...
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Episode 39
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40:26
Turkish Citizen: Movie tickets are now 200 Lira, once just 5
This conversation with Pascal Hugli and Melih delves into the current economic and political turmoil in Turkey, highlighting the severe inflation, the withdrawal of foreign investments, and the implications of upcoming elections. The discussion...
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Episode 38
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1:01:49
Upcoming macro analyst: Global M2 money supply is not a measure for global liquidity!
In this conversation, Joe Consorti and Pascal Hügli explore the complex relationship between Bitcoin and global liquidity, particularly Global M2. They emphasize the need to move beyond traditional liquidity metrics, introducing a new asset-bac...
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Episode 37
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47:59
Tech Journalist: The era of Bitcoin-native capital markets has begun
In this conversation, Alex Bergeron and Pascal Hügli discuss the current state of Bitcoin and blockchain scalability, emphasizing the importance of decentralization and the role of institutions in Bitcoin's future. They explore the differences ...
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Episode 36
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1:17:13
Chief Crypto Analyst: It’s time to retire the term QE! This is what the Fed is going to do instead
In this conversation, Pascal Hugli and Jamie Coutts discusses the current state of the cryptocurrency market, particularly Bitcoin, in relation to macroeconomic factors and liquidity conditions. He emphasizes the end of quantitative easing and ...
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Episode 35
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48:22
Tokenization expert: "This is why we have to be excited about blockchain, whether you're a maxi or not"
In this conversation, Pascal Hugli and Rolf Kubli discusses the concept of Real World Assets (RWAs) and the implications of tokenization in capital markets. He critiques the term 'real world asset' as misleading and emphasizes the importance of...
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Episode 34
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52:20
Jim Bianco: "The days of stocks just going up 20 % a year is over"
In this conversation, Pascal Hugli and Jim Bianco discusses the evolving economic landscape under Trump's policies, focusing on the implications of tariffs, defense spending, and the Mar-a-Lago Accord. He emphasizes the need for a shift in the ...
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Episode 33
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1:17:06
Monetary Economist: “"Here's how Trump’s policies are rewiring the global financial system"
In this conversation, Pascal Hugli and Dr. Joshua R. Hendrickson discusses the implications of the Trump administration's monetary policies, the role of Bitcoin as a strategic asset, and the complexities of the global monetary system. The discu...
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Episode 32
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1:06:15
CEO of Truflation: “Here’s how you know where inflation goes before everyone else”
In this conversation, Pascal Hugli and Stefan Rust discusses the concept of True Inflation, a decentralized approach to measuring inflation that aims to provide real-time economic data. He explains the methodology behind True Inflation, the dat...
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Episode 31
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47:01
Systematic macro researcher: “All an investor needs to think about is growth, inflation and liquidity!”
In this conversation, Pascal Huegli and Aahan Menon discuss the complexities of economic indicators, focusing on growth, inflation, and liquidity. They explore how these factors interrelate and impact investment strategies, emphasizing the impo...
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Episode 30
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1:11:02
Economics Professor: “Bitcoin's fixed supply is both a benefit and a harm in some ways”
In this conversation, Thomas Hogan and Pascal Hügli discuss the role of central banks in the economy compared to Bitcoin, the concept of a Bitcoin standard, and the implications of base money in today's financial system. They emphasize the diff...
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Episode 29
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1:01:50
On-Chain Trader James Check: “Here’s where the bear market price floor should be at for BTC”
In this conversation, Pascal Huegli and James Chek discuss Bitcoin's latest flush out, focusing on the demand side, price levels, sell-side pressure, and investor psychology. They analyze the recent price corrections, the implications of on-cha...
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Episode 28
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42:59
Mathematician and Serial Entrepreneur: “You need to get double digit exposure to Bitcoin”
In this conversation, Fred Krueger and Pascal Hügli discuss Krueger's journey from bond trading to becoming a Bitcoin advocate. He discusses the rise of memecoins, the future of layer one blockchains, and the role of stablecoins in the crypto e...
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Episode 27
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1:08:01
Sound money advocate: “Bitcoin plays a big part in my retirement plan”
In this conversation, Lawrence Lepard and Pascal Hügli discuss Lepard's journey from a traditional investment manager to a strong advocate for Bitcoin and sound money. He shares insights from his newly released book, 'The Big Print,' which addr...
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49:40
Blockchain programmer and CTO: “Bitcoin has way better ‘smart contracts’ than Ethereum”
In this conversation, Shehzan Maredia and Pascal Hügli discuss the innovative non-custodial borrowing solution for Bitcoin users. They contrast Lava's approach with Coinbase's recent loan offerings, highlighting the security and cost benefits o...
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Episode 25
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58:16
Finance Professor: “I have a vision on how to end the Fed”
In this conversation, Nik Bhatia and Pascal Hügli delve into the complexities of Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and the nature of money. They explore Nik's journey from a rates trader to a Bitcoin advocate, discussing the differences between money, c...
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Episode 24
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1:00:23
Investment Professional Tom Dunleavy: "This is why Trumpcoin is net positive for this space"
In this conversation, Pascal Huegli and Tom Dunleavy discuss the implications of Trump's crypto initiatives, particularly focusing on the launch of Trump Coin and its effects on the crypto market. They explore the onboarding of new users into t...
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Episode 23
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54:47
Head of Research: “Bitcoin has been objectively winning for 16 years”
In this conversation, Alex Thorn and Pascal Hügli discuss the recent developments in the crypto industry, particularly in light of the Trump administration's actions and policies. They explore Alex's background at Galaxy, the changes in regulat...
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Episode 22
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51:33
Senior Analyst: "Bitcoin-linked stock market is growing rapidly"
In this conversation, James Van Straten and Pascal Huegli explore the evolving landscape of Bitcoin, focusing on its adoption by corporations, the implications for companies labeled as 'zombie' entities, and the unique case of El Salvador as a ...
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59:46
This is why Bitcoin will do well in 2025
In this conversation, Pascal Huegli discusses the current economic landscape, focusing on inflation trends, the impact of a strong dollar, liquidity challenges, and the strategies of MicroStrategy regarding Bitcoin. He also explores the potenti...
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38:03
Will Meta Be the Next Tech Giant to Adopt Bitcoin as a Treasury Asset?
In this conversation, Ethan Peck and Pascal Hügli discuss the intersection of corporate finance and Bitcoin, advocating for shareholder activism that promotes corporate neutrality and fiduciary responsibility. Ethan shares insights on his propo...
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54:37
Silicon Valley Insider: "the average retail banker is going away, because..."
In this conversation, Bill Barhydt and Pascal Hügli discuss the evolution of banking in the context of Bitcoin and decentralized finance. The discussion covers the impact of AI on banking jobs, the role of humans in an increasingly automated wo...
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