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Inflection Point

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Inflection Point is a weekly podcast for institutional professionals navigating crypto’s transition from a retail-driven market to a core component of global finance. Hosted by Blockworks Research Analyst Marc Arjoon alongside Matt Hougan (CIO, Bitwise), David Lawant (Head of Research, Anchorage), and Michael Marcantonio (Head of DeFi, Galaxy), the show delivers top-down, institution-led analysis of ETF flows, policy, market structure, and macro. We cut through the noise to focus on the true inflection points shaping crypto’s institutional future.
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Episodes

The Crypto Casino is RIGGED! | Cory Klippsten

In this episode, Cory Klippsten joins the show to discuss the inner workings of the crypto scamblings, the difference between Swan and other crypto exchanges, and the political shifts in Washington. We also delve into the future of Coinbase and VCs, stablecoins, debanking, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Cory: https://x.com/coryklippsten Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blockworks_ Join Supply Shock Te...

Mar 25, 202553 min

We Have A BITCOIN PRESIDENT In The White House | Michael Saylor

In this episode, Michael Saylor joins the show to discuss the growing government embrace of Bitcoin, building support for the strategic Bitcoin reserve, and unlocking the multi-trillion-dollar digital token economy. We also delve into Bitcoin as the future of capital, why Bitcoin is for everyone, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Michael: https://x.com/saylor Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blockworks_ ...

Mar 21, 202526 min

Crypto Wars: Republicans & Democrats FIGHT Over Bitcoin & Stablecoins | Weekly Roundup LIVE @ DAS

This week, we discuss increasing political engagement and legislative activity around crypto, the budget-neutral push to buy Bitcoin at the state and federal level, and the narratives driving the crypto industry. We also delve into corporate adoption of Bitcoin, whether Bitcoin is officially mainstream, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Casey: https://x.com/caseywagnerr Follow Ben: https://x.com/strack_ben Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Fol...

Mar 20, 202541 min

CTV/CSFS: Is THIS Bitcoin's Next UPGRADE? | Jeremy Rubin

In this episode, Jeremy Rubin joins the show to discuss the Bitcoin roadmap he’s endorsing, the value of adding new functionalities to the Bitcoin network, and the relevance of technical consensus for Bitcoin. We also delve into the Segwit and Taproot upgrades, Jeremy’s vision for Bitcoin improvements, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Jeremy: https://x.com/JeremyRubin Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Bl...

Mar 18, 20251 hr 9 min

TRUMP VS. PUTIN: THE BITCOIN COLD WAR IGNITES! | Weekly Roundup

This week, we discuss lawmakers reintroducing the Bitcoin Act, takeaways from the White House crypto summit, and what Russia’s crypto proposal suggests about Bitcoin sovereign game theory. We also delve into a single Bitaxe mining a block, why proof-of-work consensus is so important, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Nolan: https://x.com/countbtc Follow Michael: https://x.com/mpmcsweeney Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow Blockworks: htt...

Mar 13, 202558 min

A Bitcoin Bull Run Is Coming | Dan Held

In this episode, Dan Held joins the show to discuss bringing crypto innovations into Bitcoin DeFi, metaprotocols like Bitcoin ordinals, and the future of Bitcoin fees and security. We also delve into the outlook for Bitcoin asset listings, Bitcoin updates and soft forks, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Dan Held: https://x.com/danheld Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blockworks_ The Bitcoin Historian Ne...

Mar 11, 202559 min

Trump's Crypto Stockpile Plan: Genius or Disaster? | Weekly Roundup

This week, we discuss whether crypto assets other than Bitcoin should be in a US reserve, the meaningful differences between Bitcoin and other crypto assets, and the opportunity Trump has to transition America away from a broken system. We also delve into the IMF attacking El Salvador’s Bitcoin policies, the differences between Fartcoin and Bitcoin, and much more. Enjoy! — Follow Nolan: https://x.com/countbtc Follow Michael: https://x.com/mpmcsweeney Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follo...

Mar 06, 20251 hr 4 min

Trump vs Utah: The First To Buy Bitcoin | Dennis Porter

In this episode, Dennis Porter of Satoshi Action Fund joins the show to discuss Trump's crypto reserve announcement, the states fighting to become the first to buy Bitcoin, and the legislative goals of the Trump Administration. We also delve into the bipartisan support of crypto legislation, the importance of Bitcoin rights, and much more. Enjoy! — Follow Dennis: https://x.com/Dennis_Porter_ Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow Blo...

Mar 04, 202558 min

The Truth About Jack Dorsey & Satoshi Nakamoto | Jameson Lopp

In the first official episode of Supply Shock, Jameson Lopp joins the show to explain why Jack Dorsey is NOT Satoshi, threat vectors for Bitcoiners, and security prevention strategies to protect yourself. We also delve into attacker stories, how Jameson protects his own financial and physical security, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Jameson Lopp: https://x.com/lopp Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blo...

Feb 27, 202553 min

Introducing: Supply Shock with The Bitcoin Historian

A new chapter starts today. On the Margin is becoming a new show: Supply Shock, covering all things Bitcoin. Felix is back in the host seat for one last episode, passing the baton to Supply Shock's new host, Pete Rizzo AKA the Bitcoin Historian. They discuss Rizzo's deep lore, sovereign adoption of Bitcoin, and the state of Bitcoin innovation. They also delve into the rise of meme coins, the industry’s future, and more. Enjoy and check out the first full episode of Supply Shock with Jameson Lopp...

Feb 27, 202545 min

On the Margin: Trading Crypto's Weekend Meltdown | 1000x

This week, we discuss crypto's liquidation event over the weekend and how to trade the upcoming week. We deep dive into the weak performance of altcoins, Bitcoin's role in a multipolar world, shorting in this market environment & more. Enjoy! -- Go follow the new 1000x feed to keep up to date with all new episodes! Spotify: https://blckwrks.co/3WADHnL Apple: https://blckwrks.co/4aEt5u0 -- Follow Avi: https://twitter.com/AviFelman Follow Jonah: https://twitter.com/jvb_xyz Follow 1000x: https:...

Feb 04, 20251 hr

On the Margin: The Future Of Crypto & Stablecoins Under Trump | Austin Campbell

In this episode, Austin Campbell joins the show to discuss stablecoin regulation under the Trump administration, the impact of Trump's executive orders on the crypto ecosystem, and the case against a strategic bitcoin reserve. We also delve into the potential for a more cooperative regulatory environment, global adoption of stablecoins, and much more. Enjoy! — Follow Austin Campbell: https://x.com/CampbellJAustin Follow Felix: https://x.com/fejau_inc Follow On The Margin: https://twitter.com/OnT...

Jan 30, 202544 min

On the Margin: The Fed’s Tools Aren’t Made For Fiscal Dominance | Lyn Alden

In this episode, Lyn Alden joins the show to discuss the economic tensions from fiscal dominance, the major factors driving liquidity, and what to expect under the Trump presidency. We also delve into the dollar wrecking ball, the outlook for Bitcoin, and much more. Enjoy! — Follow Lyn Alden: https://x.com/LynAldenContact Follow Felix: https://x.com/fejau_inc Follow On The Margin: https://twitter.com/OnTheMarginPod Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blockworks_ — Join us at Digital Asset Sum...

Jan 23, 202555 min

On the Margin: 2025's Crypto ETF Pipeline | James Seyffart

In this episode, James Seyffart joins the show to discuss the wild success of crypto ETFs, how allocators and holders are thinking about crypto ETFs, and all the future ETF filings in the pipeline. We also delve into the impact of ETF options on the crypto market, the ETF gap risk, and much more. Enjoy! — Follow James Seyffart: https://x.com/JSeyff Follow Felix: https://x.com/fejau_inc Follow On The Margin: https://twitter.com/OnTheMarginPod Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blockworks_ — J...

Jan 16, 202550 min

On the Margin: FLASH UPDATE: The Dollar Rally Isn’t Over — What It Means For Risk Assets | Joe McCann

In this episode, Joe McCann joins the show to discuss why he’s tactically bearish, the US dollar’s implications for risk assets, and his crypto shopping list. We also delve into bottom signals, the outlook for 2025, and much more. Enjoy! — Follow Joe McCann: https://x.com/joemccann Follow Felix: https://x.com/fejau_inc Follow On The Margin: https://twitter.com/OnTheMarginPod Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blockworks_ — Join us at Digital Asset Summit 2025 March 18th - 20th. Use code MARG...

Jan 08, 202541 min

On the Margin: Debating The Impact Of A Bitcoin Strategic Reserve | Travis Kling

In this episode, Travis Kling joins the show to discuss financial nihilism, the logistics of a Bitcoin strategic reserve, and the potential impact of the incoming administration. We also delve into the crypto market outlook, product market fit across the industry, and much more. Enjoy! — Follow Travis Kling: https://x.com/Travis_Kling Follow Felix: https://x.com/fejau_inc Follow On The Margin: https://twitter.com/OnTheMarginPod Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blockworks_ — Ledger, the glo...

Dec 23, 202456 min

On the Margin: This Is Peak Hawkishness From The Fed | Joseph Wang

In this special crossover episode with Forward Guidance, Joseph Wang joins the show to discuss the latest Fed decision, its December economic projections, and what to expect from markets going into 2025. We also delve into why he expects way more than two rate cuts next year, why he’s bearish on US equities in 2025, and much more. Enjoy! __ Follow Joseph Wang: https://x.com/FedGuy12 Follow Felix: https://x.com/fejau_inc Follow On The Margin: https://twitter.com/OnTheMarginPod Follow Blockworks: ...

Dec 18, 202451 min

On the Margin: Convertible Bond Expert Breaks Down Why MicroStrategy Is Soaring | Richard Byworth

In this episode, Richard Byworth joins the show to discuss MicroStrategy’s convertible bond strategy, the biggest MicroStrategy misconceptions, and why he thinks the premium to NAV should expand over time. We also delve into MicroStrategy's concept of Bitcoin Yield, the risks and opportunities of Saylor’s strategy, and much more. Enjoy! — Follow Richard Byworth: https://x.com/RichardByworth Follow Felix: https://x.com/fejau_inc Follow On The Margin: https://twitter.com/OnTheMarginPod Follow Bloc...

Dec 10, 202455 min

On the Margin: The Everything Code: Debt, Demographics, And The Infinite Human Future | Raoul Pal

In this episode, Raoul Pal joins the show to discuss the new revolutionary economic regime, how AI is driving the economic singularity, and the younger generation’s changing perception of markets. We also delve into geopolitics, the banana zone, and much more. Enjoy! — Follow Raoul Pal: https://x.com/RaoulGMI Follow Felix: https://x.com/fejau_inc Follow On The Margin: https://twitter.com/OnTheMarginPod Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blockworks_ Join Real Vision and learn more from Raoul ...

Dec 03, 202458 min

On the Margin: Are You Ready For The 1st Turning? | Michael Millerman

In this episode, Michael Millerman joins the show to discuss Peter Thiel’s philosophical framework, the Straussian Moment, and the post-liberalism era. We also delve into Bitcoin’s role in a multipolar world, the great awakening, and much more. Enjoy! — Follo Michael Millerman: https://x.com/M_Millerman Follow Tyler: https://twitter.com/Tyler_Neville_Follow On The Margin: https://twitter.com/OnTheMarginPod Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blockworks_ — Polkadot is the foundation for an ope...

Nov 27, 202457 min

On the Margin: Everything You Need To Know About The New Bitcoin ETF Options | Jeff Park

In this episode, Jeff Park joins the show to discuss how the new Bitcoin ETF options will impact the market, what the options trading is already telling us, and whether a gamma squeeze is likely. We also delve into the arbitrage opportunities for retail traders, how to follow the new market landscape, and much more. Enjoy! — Follow Jeff Park: https://x.com/dgt10011 Follow Felix: https://x.com/fejau_inc Follow On The Margin: https://twitter.com/OnTheMarginPod Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.co...

Nov 21, 202455 min

On the Margin: Why Bitcoin Miners Are Pivoting To AI Data Centers | Josh Solesbury

In this episode, Josh Solesbury joins the show to discuss the bitcoin mining landscape, the ongoing transition to AI/HPC, and the future of the industry. We also delve into industry bottlenecks, the risks of transitioning to AI, and much more. Enjoy! — Follow Josh Solesbury: https://x.com/joshsolesbury Follow Quinn: https://x.com/qthomp Follow On The Margin: https://twitter.com/OnTheMarginPod Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blockworks_ — Polkadot is the foundation for an open and resilien...

Nov 11, 20241 hr 16 min

On the Margin: What People Get Wrong About MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin Plan | Dylan LeClair

In this episode, Dylan LeClair joins the show to discuss MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin strategy, the insane performance of its convertible notes, and its $42 billion capital plan. We also discuss how to value MicroStrategy, the company’s liquidation risk, how other companies can replicate its strategy, and much more. Enjoy! — Follow Dylan LeClair: https://x.com/DylanLeClair_ Follow Felix: https://x.com/fejau_inc Follow On The Margin: https://twitter.com/OnTheMarginPod Follow Blockworks: https://twitte...

Nov 04, 202453 min

On the Margin: The BTC/ETH ETF Flows Are Just Getting Started | Matt Hougan

In this episode, Matt Hougan joins the show to discuss BTC vs ETH ETF flows, the biggest ETF misconceptions, and the importance of regulatory clarity. We also delve into the value of incorporating BTC in a portfolio, future crypto ETF strategies, and much more. Enjoy! — Follow Matt Hougan: https://x.com/Matt_Hougan Follow Felix: https://x.com/fejau_inc Follow On The Margin: https://twitter.com/OnTheMarginPod Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blockworks_ — Polkadot is the foundation for an o...

Oct 17, 202446 min

On the Margin: The Economy is in Goldilocks | Ram Ahluwalia

In this episode, Ram Ahluwalia joins the show to discuss his macro view of markets, why he thinks we’re in goldilocks, and his thought process for asset allocation. We also delve into NVIDIA and AI, factor investing, and the role of risk-adjusted returns. Enjoy! — Follo Ram: https://x.com/ramahluwalia Follow Felix: https://x.com/fejau_inc Follow On The Margin: https://twitter.com/OnTheMarginPod Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blockworks_ — Polkadot is the foundation for an open and resili...

Oct 15, 202449 min

On the Margin: The Great BTC ETF Debate: Bearish or Bullish?

In this episode, Jim Bianco and James Seyffart join Felix at Permissionless to discuss who has been buying the BTC ETFs, whether ETFs are consistent with crypto ideals, and why the BTC ETFs were more successful than the ETH ETFs. We also delve into the difference between buying to hold and arbitrage, BTC ETF options, and much more. Enjoy! — Follow Jim Bianco: https://x.com/biancoresearch Follow James Seyffart: https://x.com/JSeyff Follow Felix: https://x.com/fejau_inc Follow On The Margin: https...

Oct 11, 202432 min

On the Margin: The Last Bitcoin Cycle That Matters | Charles Edwards

In this episode, Charles Edwards joins the show to discuss why the current cycle is the last that will matter, the impact of Bitcoin ETFs, and what the on-chain data is signaling. We also delve into the approval of options on the IBIT ETF, the key top signals, and much more. Enjoy! — Follow Charles Edwards: https://x.com/caprioleio Follow Felix: https://x.com/fejau_inc Follow On The Margin: https://twitter.com/OnTheMarginPod Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blockworks_ On The Margin Newsle...

Sep 26, 202443 min

On the Margin: The Fed’s Dilemma: Deflationary Cliff Or Debt Spiral | James Lavish

In this episode, James and Felix discuss the latest Federal Reserve interest rate decision, the impact of quantitative easing & tightening, and the consequences of trillion-dollar annual deficits. We also delve into the repo market, why the Fed is disconnected from inflation, the role of hard assets like Bitcoin and gold, and much more. Enjoy! — Follow James Lavish: https://x.com/jameslavish Follow Felix: https://x.com/fejau_inc Follow On The Margin: https://twitter.com/OnTheMarginPod Follow...

Sep 19, 20241 hr 1 min

On the Margin: Fed Cutting Cycle Imminent, What's Next for Markets? | Weekly Roundup

This week we discuss the split odds between a 25 and 50 basis point cut at the Fed’s next meeting, market cutting cycle dynamics, and the rotation from growth to value. We also delve into the latest inflation data, rising labor productivity, and the outlook for crypto Enjoy! – Follow Ram: https://x.com/ramahluwalia Follow Quinn: https://x.com/qthomp Follow Felix: https://twitter.com/fejau_inc Follow On The Margin: https://twitter.com/OnTheMarginPod On The Margin Newsletter: https://blockworks.co...

Sep 14, 20241 hr 8 min

On the Margin: Breaking Down the Disconnect Between TradFi & Crypto | Austin Campbell

In this episode, Austin Campbell joins the show to discuss the modern banking system and how crypto is driving innovation. We also delve into stablecoin designs, their role in dollar hegemony, the pros and cons across the spectrum of decentralization, and much more. Enjoy! – Follow Austin Campbell: https://x.com/CampbellJAustin Follow Felix: https://x.com/fejau_inc Follow On The Margin: https://twitter.com/OnTheMarginPod On The Margin Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/onthemargin NYDF...

Sep 12, 202452 min
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