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The Milk Road Show

The Milk Road Showlink.milkroad.com
Your #1 podcast to turn your crypto curiosity into clarity. We discuss topics like: Blockchain Tech, Investing Strategies, Onchain Analysis, Web3 Applications and Use Cases plus cover ecosystems like: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Cosmos and so much more! 🥛 Get smarter about crypto in 5 minutes with our daily, free newsletter: https://link.milkroad.com/pod-newsletter 💰 Go PRO and Become a better investor with the #1 crypto research and analysis: https://link.milkroad.com/pro-podcast
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Episodes

Solana + X Integration: The Hidden Bull Case Nobody Is Talking About

🧠 See exactly what top investors are trading in real time: try Milk Road Pro for just $1 for 7 days. ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ~~~~~ What if the next crypto supercycle isn't driven by ETFs... but by social media? Wild thought. But hear us out. In the episode, we break down one of the most overlooked moves in crypto right now: X and Solana getting cozy. Real-time price data baked right into your feed. The early bones of a financial super app. This could flip how markets actually work. And that's just the surface-lev...

Apr 17, 202635 min

Michael Saylor Is Buying 2x the Daily Bitcoin Supply… So Why Price Isn't Moving (Yet)

🧠 See exactly what top investors are trading in real time: try Milk Road Pro for just $1 for 7 days. ⁠⁠⁠ ~~~~~ Saylor is buying Bitcoin like it's on clearance. ETFs are still sucking in capital. The S&P 500 is back at all-time highs. So why is BTC still stuck below key breakout levels? That's the big mystery right now. We dig into it on this episode. All this buying pressure and Bitcoin still won't move? Something doesn't add up. We break down why price hasn't responded, even with Saylor ho...

Apr 16, 202652 min

Bulls vs Bears Battle Intensifies: Bitcoin’s Next Move Will Shock Everyone w/ Michael Nadeau

Bitcoin just cracked $75K... but don't pop the champagne yet. We just sat down with Michael Nadeau (Founder of The DeFi Report) on the Milk Road Show to unpack the tug-of-war happening in crypto right now. Bulls vs bears. And this moment? It could decide Bitcoin's next big move. The question everyone's asking: Is this the start of a legit bull run... or is it a trap door waiting to swing open? Michael gets into the weeds on market cycles, on-chain data, institutional flows, and macro liquidity t...

Apr 15, 202638 min

Bitcoin to $150K by Year-End? Why All Roads Lead to More Liquidity w/ James Lavish

In today’s episode of the Milk Road Show, we sit down with James Lavish (Co-Manager of the Bitcoin Opportunity Fund) to break down why, despite one of the most volatile and confusing periods in crypto, the long-term setup for Bitcoin may be stronger than ever. Over the past 6 months, markets have been hit with everything: deleveraging events, geopolitical tensions, tariff shocks, AI disruption, and uncertainty around the Fed. And yet… Bitcoin is still holding strong. ~~~~~ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🥛 Check...

Apr 14, 202648 min

Bitcoin & Ethereum Whales Are Buying Like It’s a Bull Market… The Signal Is Clear

Prices are moving sideways, sentiment is low, and most retail investors have checked out. But beneath the surface, something very different is happening. Institutions are launching new crypto products, Wall Street is ramping up distribution, and whales are accumulating Bitcoin and Ethereum at a pace that looks a lot more like a bull market than a bear market. In today’s episode of The Milk Road Show, we break down why this “boring” market might actually be one of the most important phases of the...

Apr 13, 202639 min

Tether Co-Founder Says The Next Bull Run Is Already Here… Just Not Where You Think

In today’s episode, we sit down with Tether co-founder William Quigley to break down what’s really going on in the crypto market right now. While many investors are waiting for Bitcoin to break out, institutions and traditional finance players are quietly rebuilding the financial system using blockchain technology. ~~~~~ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🥛 Check prices, drink coffee, read Milk Road. It’s the easiest 5-minute habit to stay smart on crypto. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ~~~~~ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🌑 Privacy isn’t optional anymore...

Apr 10, 202636 min

This One Crypto Law Could Decide the Next 10 Years w/ Adam Minehardt

In today’s episode, we sit down with Adam Minehardt (Head of Public Policy at Chainlink), who’s on the ground in Washington, D.C., working directly on the legislation that could define the next decade of crypto. The Clarity Act is moving fast, but it’s facing major resistance from banks, political tensions, and deep disagreements around DeFi, yield, and developer liability. ~~~~~ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🥛 Check prices, drink coffee, read Milk Road. It’s the easiest 5-minute habit to stay smart on crypto. ⁠...

Apr 09, 202639 min

Retail Is Quitting Crypto at the Worst Possible Time w/ Guy Wuollet

In today’s episode of The Milk Road Show, we sit down with Guy Wuollet (General Partner at a16z Crypto) to break down why institutions are more bullish than ever, how crypto is merging with Wall Street, and why this moment could define the next major leg up in the market. We also dive into the rise of AI agents, the real opportunity in DePIN, and why crypto may be building the financial system of the future, just not in the way most people expected. ~~~~~ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🥛 Check prices, drink coffee,...

Apr 08, 202633 min

Bitcoin to $95K? 3 Signals Pointing to a Major Move w/ Matt Hougan & Ryan Rasmussen

In today’s episode of the Milk Road Show, we sit down with Matt Hougan and Ryan Rasmussen from Bitwise to break down the real forces driving the crypto market right now, and why institutional demand could be the key to Bitcoin’s next move. Despite bearish sentiment across crypto, institutions are quietly accumulating. From ETF inflows to regulatory developments and macro shifts, there are three critical signals that could push Bitcoin toward the $95K level in 2026. ~~~~~ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🥛 Check price...

Apr 07, 202637 min

The ONLY 2 Catalysts That Matter for Bitcoin Right Now w/ John Gillen

In today’s episode of Milk Road, we break down the two forces that are controlling Bitcoin and the entire crypto market right now, and why nothing else matters until they resolve. Bitcoin is hovering around $70K… but this isn’t strength. It’s uncertainty. Behind the scenes, a massive macro story is unfolding: a global energy shock, rising geopolitical tensions, and one of the biggest shifts in financial markets in decades. At the same time, crypto is waiting on regulatory clarity that could resh...

Apr 06, 202637 min

The "NASDAQ of the Future": How Solana is Winning the Institutional Crypto Race w/ Catherine Gu

In today’s episode, we sit down with Catherine Gu, Head of Product for Digital Assets at the Solana Foundation, to break down why institutions, banks, and fintech giants are increasingly choosing Solana and what that means for the future of crypto. From the explosion of stablecoins to the rise of tokenized real-world assets (RWAs), we examine the most significant shift currently happening in crypto: the transition from speculation to genuine financial infrastructure. ~~~~~ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🥛 Check prices...

Apr 03, 202636 min

The ETF Multiplier Effect: Why Bitcoin Could Still 10-20x From Here w/ Cory Klippsten

In today’s episode, we sit down with Cory Klippsten (CEO of Swan Bitcoin) to break down why Bitcoin ETFs could be the biggest catalyst since Bitcoin’s creation, and how they’re driving a new wave of adoption that could push BTC far higher from here. We dive into the “ETF multiplier effect”, why institutions are flooding into Bitcoin, and how this new demand funnel could accelerate the next phase of the bull market. Cory also shares his unfiltered views on altcoins, crypto trading, AI in finance,...

Apr 02, 202643 min

Can Bitcoin Survive Quantum Computing? w/ Ark Invest

In this episode, we sit down with researchers from Ark Invest to break down the real risk behind quantum computing, how it could impact Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other blockchains, and whether the crypto industry is actually prepared for what’s coming. Is this just another headline-driven panic… or a legitimate long-term threat that markets are ignoring? ~~~~~ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🥛 Check prices, drink coffee, read Milk Road. It’s the easiest 5-minute habit to stay smart on crypto. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ~~~~~ ⁠⁠🌑 Privacy isn’t ...

Apr 01, 202637 min

Crypto’s Next Bull Run Will Be Built on THIS (Clarity Act Explained) w/ Jake Chervinsky

In this episode, we sit down with legal expert Jake Chervinsky to break down the single biggest factor that could shape the next crypto bull run: regulation. While prices are down and sentiment is low, institutions are preparing to move onchain. But there’s one major hurdle standing in the way, and it all comes down to the Clarity Act and how the U.S. decides to regulate DeFi. ~~~~~ ⁠⁠⁠⁠🥛 Check prices, drink coffee, read Milk Road. It’s the easiest 5-minute habit to stay smart on crypto. ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ~...

Mar 31, 202640 min

Why This “Boring” Crypto Market Is a Generational Trap w/ John Gillen

In today’s show, we break down why this “boring” crypto market might actually be a generational trap, and why most investors get this phase completely wrong. We also dive into the biggest macro story in the world right now: the Strait of Hormuz crisis, and how a global supply shock in oil, gas, and key commodities could impact Bitcoin, Ethereum, and the entire crypto market. ~~~~~ ⁠⁠⁠🥛 Check prices, drink coffee, read Milk Road. It’s the easiest 5-minute habit to stay smart on crypto. ⁠⁠⁠ ~~~~~...

Mar 30, 202639 min

Why Ethereum Might Be the Most Mispriced Asset in Crypto Right Now w/ David Duong

In today’s episode, we sit down with David Duong (Global Head of Institutional Research at Coinbase) to break down one of the biggest shifts happening in crypto… and why most investors haven’t caught on yet. From new SEC + CFTC regulatory clarity to BlackRock’s latest move into ETH, the foundation for the next phase of crypto is quietly being built. Meanwhile, institutions are increasing allocations, supply dynamics are tightening, and Ethereum could be setting up for a major reprice. ~~~~~ ⁠⁠🥛...

Mar 27, 202638 min

The Shift From Crypto Cycles to Structural Growth

In this episode, we sit down with Jamie Leverton (CEO of Reserve One) to break down one of the biggest shifts happening in crypto right now, the move away from predictable boom-and-bust cycles toward long-term structural growth. For years, investors have relied on the idea that Bitcoin moves in cycles driven by halvings. But with over 20 million BTC already in circulation and institutions entering the space faster than expected, that model may no longer hold. ~~~~~ ⁠🥛 Check prices, drink coffee...

Mar 26, 202631 min

The $1 Billion Bet That Could Transform Crypto Forever w/ Parker Edwards

In this episode, we break down one of the biggest moves in DeFi history: a $1 billion deployment into real-world assets (RWAs) through OBEX and the Sky ecosystem. This isn’t a theory anymore, this is capital actively flowing into mortgages, energy infrastructure, AI compute, and institutional credit… all onchain. ~~~~~ 🥛 Check prices, drink coffee, read Milk Road. It’s the easiest 5-minute habit to stay smart on crypto. ~~~~~ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⚡ Wealth is evolving, use Nexo to earn, borrow, and ...

Mar 25, 202633 min

Bitcoin’s Next Move Hinges on THIS Date (April 15 Warning) w/ Matt Hougan & Ryan Rasmussen

In today’s episode, Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan and Ryan Rasmussen break down why Bitcoin is barely reacting to war, oil shocks, and macro chaos, and what that tells us about where the market is headed next. There’s one key date coming up that could flip everything: April 15 (U.S. tax day). If they’re right, crypto could stay weak until then… before making a major move higher. ~~~~~ ⁠⁠⁠⁠🧠 See exactly what top investors are trading in real time: try Milk Road Pro for just $1 for 14 days before the o...

Mar 24, 202645 min

Gold Just Had Its WORST Crash in 43 Years! Is Bitcoin Next? w/ John Gillen

In today’s episode of The Milk Road Show, we break down one of the most chaotic macro environments in years, from gold’s historic crash to rising bond yields, geopolitical tensions, and what it all means for crypto investors right now. Gold just saw its biggest sell-off in over four decades, wiping out trillions in value. At the same time, global uncertainty is surging, oil markets are under pressure, and investors are scrambling for liquidity. So why hasn’t Bitcoin collapsed alongside everythin...

Mar 23, 202643 min

He SOLD 50% of His Crypto Portfolio… What Does He Know?

Martin, our top crypto analyst, just cut half of his portfolio, not because the market crashed, but because the signals he tracks started turning. In today’s Milk Road Show, we dive into the exact reasoning behind this decision and what it says about the current state of the crypto market. From rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions to weakening leading indicators, the macro environment is starting to shift, and that could have serious implications for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and the broader cry...

Mar 20, 202635 min

The Market Should Be Crashing… So Why Is Crypto Holding Up? w/ Christopher Perkins

In today’s episode, we sit down with Christopher Perkins (President at CoinFund) to break down the massive disconnect between geopolitics and market behavior and why crypto might be stronger than most investors realize. We dive into the oil shock risk, the impact of global conflict on liquidity, and why Bitcoin, stablecoins, and tokenization could benefit from a rapidly shifting world order. ~~~~~ ⁠🧠 See exactly what top investors are trading in real time: try Milk Road Pro for just $1 for 14 d...

Mar 19, 202643 min

The Next Big Print Cycle Is Coming… And Bitcoin Could Go Parabolic w/ John Haar

In today’s episode of The Milk Road Show, we sit down with John Haar (Swan Private) to break down the return of the “Big Print” cycle and why the next wave of liquidity could send Bitcoin into its next parabolic move. We dive into the real macro forces driving markets right now: rising debt, government spending, AI-driven disruption, and why another financial shock may be closer than most people think. ~~~~~ 🧠 See exactly what top investors are trading in real time: try Milk Road Pro for just $...

Mar 18, 202642 min

The 4 Biggest Crypto Trends Investors Are Missing Right Now w/ Mason Nystrom

In this episode, Pantera Capital’s Mason Nystrom breaks down the 4 biggest crypto trends shaping the next cycle, from the rise of stablecoins to the convergence of AI and crypto, and why smart money is positioning now, not later. We also dive into the real story behind Solana vs Ethereum, why both ecosystems can win, and how the market is shifting from hype to real fundamentals like usage, revenue, and adoption. ~~~~~ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⚡ Wealth is evolving, use Nexo to earn, borrow, and trade crypto al...

Mar 17, 202636 min

Bitcoin Is the Only Asset That Matters… Everything Else Is Garbage? w/ Charles Menke

Is Bitcoin the only crypto asset that truly matters? In this episode of the Milk Road Show, we sit down with Charles Menke from Wolf Financial to unpack one of the most controversial debates in crypto today: Bitcoin vs Ethereum. Charles started mining Ethereum back in 2017, but during the last cycle, he made a radical move: he sold all his ETH and went all-in on Bitcoin. ~~~~~ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⚡ Wealth is evolving, use Nexo to earn, borrow, and trade crypto all in one secure platform.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🏠Trade...

Mar 16, 202638 min

Is Bitcoin About to Rally? New Onchain Data Reveals What’s Really Happening w/ Julio Moreno

In today’s episode of The Milk Road Show, we sit down with Julio Moreno (Head of Research at CryptoQuant) to break down the latest Bitcoin onchain data and what it reveals about the current state of the crypto market. ~~~~~ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⚡ Wealth is evolving, use Nexo to earn, borrow, and trade crypto all in one secure platform.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🌑 Privacy isn’t optional anymore, build on Midnight and get native, programmable privacy without the exchange headaches.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Mar 13, 202638 min

Matt Hougan: How Bitcoin Gets to $1 Million

Is $1 million Bitcoin actually realistic? Or is it just another crypto fantasy?In this episode of the Milk Road Show, Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan explains why the path to $1M BTC may be far more realistic than most investors think. Instead of assuming Bitcoin needs to replace gold, Hougan breaks down the math showing that Bitcoin could reach $1 million simply by capturing a portion of the rapidly expanding global store-of-value market. ~~~~~ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⚡ Wealth is evolving, use Nexo to earn, borrow, an...

Mar 12, 202641 min

Crypto ETFs Could Unlock Trillions in New Capital w/ James Seyffart

Crypto ETFs are changing the way institutions access Bitcoin and the broader crypto market. In this episode, we sit down with Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart to break down how crypto ETFs work, who is actually buying them, and why they could unlock massive new capital flows into the digital asset space. ~~~~~ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⚡ Wealth is evolving, use Nexo to earn, borrow, and trade crypto all in one secure platform.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🌑 Privacy isn’t optional anymore, build on Midnigh...

Mar 11, 202638 min

Bitcoin Is Rising During War… Here’s Why w/ Max Gokhman

In this episode of The Milk Road Show, we sit down with Max Gokhman, Deputy CIO at Franklin Templeton Investment Solutions, to break down why Bitcoin and digital assets may actually benefit during times of global conflict. As capital moves across borders and traditional markets react to geopolitical shocks, crypto may be emerging as a new financial escape valve. ~~~~~ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⚡ Wealth is evolving, use Nexo to earn, borrow, and trade crypto all in one secure platform.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Mar 10, 202637 min

Solana Adoption Is Exploding… But the Market Isn’t Pricing It In w/ Kash Dhanda

In this episode, we sit down with Kash Dhanda, CEO of Jupiter, one of the largest DeFi platforms in the Solana ecosystem, to break down what’s really happening in crypto right now. Despite a brutal bear market and global macro uncertainty, crypto fundamentals may be stronger than ever. Solana is processing billions of transactions, stablecoin activity is booming, and DeFi platforms are generating real revenue. So why hasn’t the market caught up? ~~~~~ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⚡ Wealth is evolving, use Nexo to earn,...

Mar 09, 202636 min
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