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About this episode
Founder & CEO of Abra, Bill Barhydt, joins Token Narratives to explain what’s actually driving Bitcoin and crypto markets.
In this episode:
Why Bitcoin follows liquidity cycles, not hype
Why fears around quantum computing are largely FUD
Why Layer 1 blockchains like Solana, Sui, Aptos, and Algorand matter
How crypto reshaped U.S. politics — and what comes next
Why DeFi quietly replaces traditional banking
This is a macro-focused conversation that cuts through narratives and focuses on the mechanics behind price action.
🎙 Hosted by @_dsencil and @graminitha1
👤 Guest: Founder & CEO of @Abra, Bill Barhydt
📌 Token Narratives — Episode 86
00:00 Liquidity Cycles and Bitcoin’s Position
07:17 The Digital Gold Narrative
10:51 Quantum Computing and Bitcoin’s Future
15:14 Market Dynamics and Retail Participation
22:30 Liquidity Cycles and Economic Predictions
30:37 Geopolitical Turmoil and Market Reactions
36:22 The Future of DeFi and Traditional Banking
43:04 Regulatory Landscape and Its Impact on Crypto
49:17 Political Dynamics and Crypto’s Future
53:02 The Rise of Perpetual DEXs and Their Significance
01:00:56 Abra’s Evolution: From Self-Custody to Wealth Management
Hosted by Bitcoin.com News Media
Jan 30, 2026
