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April 11, 2025 39 mins

Trump’s 90% tariffs. Market drops. Bitcoin stalls. Are we heading for a recession—or something bigger?


In Episode 52 of the ScholarAI Founders Pod, Damon, Shashi, and Lakshya unpack the global market chaos unfolding in real time. From inflation and rate pressures to Bitcoin’s failure as a safe haven, the founders dive into what this moment really signals: a temporary correction, a fundamental realignment, or a full reset of how global systems operate.


They discuss:

- Why the current pullback feels engineered

- Where capital is flowing—and fleeing

- Why safe havens aren’t safe anymore

- How founders should navigate the next 6–12 months


Whether you're building a company, holding assets, or just watching closely, this episode is about the stakes behind the headlines.


(0:00) Trump’s Tariff Bombshell

(3:45) Founder Fallout: Why This Matters for Tech

(7:50) Market Panic vs. Realignment

(11:40) Bitcoin Is Failing Its Stress Test

(15:20) Where Shashi & Lakshya Are Moving Capital

(18:40) What the VIX Says About Market Fear

(22:30) Are We Entering a Controlled Recession?

(27:00) What Happens After ZIRP Ends?

(32:00) Is the U.S. Losing Global Trust?

(36:15) Recession, Realignment… or Reset?


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