2024-12-25T13:49:50+0800

Tom Swarbrick doesn't really get bitcoin. So when a pension scheme which invested in the crypto-currency was described as 'irresponsible,' he wanted to know why. With the help of experts, callers, and expert callers - he tries to get to grips with the story and ascertain whether it's actually a legitimate investment opportunity - or just a gamble inspired by 'vibes'. 00:00 A pension fund has invested in bitcoin in a move regarded by some as 'deeply unwise'. 01:52 Bitcoin journalist Susie Violet Ward explains the difference between bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. There's also a lot about 'energy' in this bit that neither us nor Tom fully understand. 09:04 Crypto-trader Glen calls in to disagree with Ms Ward's belief that bitcoin will one day become the global reserve currency. 12:55 Natalie in Manchester has a bitcoin success story, describing how her investment helped put her on the property ladder. 16:04 Jack calls from Greece to explain how his £250,000 investment in crypto-currency changed his life. Listen to the full show on Global Player: https://app.af.globalplayer.com/Br0x/LBCYouTubeListenLive #tomswarbrick #bitcoin #crypto #LBC LBC is the home of live debate around news and current affairs in the UK. Join in the conversation and listen at https://www.lbc.co.uk/ Sign up to LBC’s weekly newsletter here: https://l-bc.co/signup