Scott Melker | BlockWorks Group Podcasts

Today we’re joined by legendary futurist Neal Stephenson and crypto pioneer Peter Vessenes - the team behind the new Lamina1 blockchain. Neal (Chairman) conceived the idea of the metaverse 30 years ago in his book Snow Crash and Peter (CEO) is the founder of The Bitcoin Foundation. Together they’re building the first ever carbon-negative blockchain…

Crypto is a very fragmented industry and tribalism is a very big issue. If we can solve the problem of tribalism and bring people together, encourage them to build new products and support each other, crypto will thrive. I sat down with Charles Hoskinson, the founder of Cardano at Consensus in Austin, Texas, and we talked about why the bear market …

When your favorite retail store has a sale you run towards it. So why do investors run the other direction when the market has a sale? Mark Yusko, Co-Founder & Partner of Morgan Creek Digital, sees market drops as an incredible opportunity. We talk more about the opportunity in dips, the amazing talent migration into crypto, and how we will soon st…

I sat down with Jeremy Allaire, co-founder and CEO of Circle, the company behind USDC. We’ve covered many questions that arise these days in relation to stablecoins: what are the stablecoins, how “stable” are they, why USDC won’t have a bank run, why the demand for stablecoins is growing in the emerging markets, and what role the regulators are pla…

Are you storing your coins in a software app on your phone? They are as good as gone. Chairman and CEO of Ledger, Pascal Gauthier, explains why. We dive deep on crypto security and the importance of education, explain why you don’t actually need to understand the tech of Bitcoin to get involved safely, and how we in Bitcoin are building a brighter,…

We sat down at Bitcoin Miami for a roundtable with Dan Held, Preston Pysh, CJ Wilson, Steve McClurg, and Greg Foss. It turned into an epic conversation about the last year in Bitcoin as well as what to expect on the horizon. We cover bond markets, the energy FUD, Bitcoin mining, and the importance of educating politicians. JOIN THE FREE WOLF DEN NE…

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, Democrat, teamed up with Cynthia Lummis, Republican, to propose the new Lummis-Gillibrand bill. The goal? To create a regulatory framework for digital assets with clear standards and definitions, clarity for both industry and regulators, analysis of energy consumption, and ongoing flexibility as the space evolves. Senato…

Today we are joined by James Putra, Vice President at TradeStation Crypto, and Eric Weiss, who was the original person to orange pill the Michael Saylor. We sit down to discuss why they both moved to Miami for crypto, the impact of the Russian and Ukraine war on the market, the education system and crypto, and more. JOIN THE FREE WOLF DEN NEWSLETTE…

Today we are joined by the CEO of Argo, Peter Wall. Peter is deeply involved in crypto asset mining and passionate about smart growth. We dive deep into how Argo is securing the power grid in Texas, plans for their future, mining competition, the energy debate, and mining hot spots. We apologize in advance for the echo we had during the recording. …

How are institutions currently approaching Bitcoin? No one better to answer that question than Michael Moro (@michaelmoro), the CEO of Genesis Trading / Genesis Capital. Genesis is a global leader in institutional asset trading, lending, derivatives, custody and prime brokerage services. Michael joins us today to talk about Bitcoin’s infrastructure…

Chief Compliance Officer at BitGo and formerly CCO at Coinbase, Jeff Horowitz is no stranger to regulation. Navigating state, federal, and international policies and regulations, Jeff is playing a crucial role in the future of Crypto. He joined us to discuss The Executive Order, regulatory road-blockers, promising growth at BitGo, and what he’s mos…

This teen is on a mission to make crypto mainstream by educating Gen Z on its benefits. At just 13 years old (and with $200 in her bank account) she was smart enough to know that keeping it in her savings account wasn’t enough. Now, at 16 years old, she’s amassed a combined 73.2k followers on Twitter and Instagram as Miss Teen Crypto, where she’s w…

A lesson for Bitcoin entrepreneurs: There’s a big difference between Bitcoin evangelists and the people who are using your product. Bill Barhydt (@billbarhydt), the CEO of Abra, learned this lesson firsthand. He has big dreams for Bitcoin’s future and joined us at Bitcoin Miami to discuss institutional growth, the denomination of accounts, and the …

There’s a gigantic shift occurring in how the world works. Border changes, power changes, government changes… nothing is off the table. Bruce Fenton believes there is nobody better to shape those changes and be part of building that new world than us Bitcoiners. And he’s running for Senate in order to help push that legislation forward. He joined u…

What countries and businesses will be successful in the future? According to legendary investor Tim Draper, it will be those who prioritize trust and freedom. A huge proponent of Bitcoin and decentralization, Tim joined me for an incredible conversation on The Wolf of All Streets. We discussed why Bitcoin is turning the world upside down, how gover…

Deflation is the key to our future. Learn why from guest Jeff Booth - GP at Ego Death Capital. Jeff believes that Bitcoin will help us move from a society run on manipulation to one where we will all cooperate through aligned incentives. He joined us at Bitcoin Miami to discuss monetary policy, the inevitable failure of printing more money, how cap…

Can blockchain improve financial equity? Former professional basketball player, John Salley, says it already is. John was an early adopter of crypto following his NBA career. Now he’s helping orange pill the masses with his new show: the John Salley Crypto Show. He joined us at Bitcoin Miami to discuss why he started his show, the stigma around NFT…

From doorman/club promoter to Bloomberg to Bullish. Our guest today left the financial powerhouse Bloomberg to be on the cutting edge of tech and crypto at Bullish. Now the Global Head of Marketing, Chris Briseno explains how Bullish is bridging the gap between centralized and decentralized exchanges. Learn from Chris himself about the advantages o…

Our guest today is REALLY good at making predictions for the future. How does he do it? Hear from Zuby (@ZubyMusic) himself on critical thinking, paying attention, and challenging the status quo. We also talk about the atomic bomb combination of smart phones and social media, history, and why we are grateful to be living in these times. JOIN THE FR…

Over $1 billion has already been hacked in crypto in 2022. Today we are joined by Nick Percoco (@c7five) who is the Chief Security Office at Kraken. While sometimes overlooked, security is a critical piece in crypto markets and something all traders should take very seriously. Today we discuss Nick's mantra on security, how you can protect your own…

Understanding the history of money is essential in understanding just how important Bitcoin is. Today's guest, Mark Moss (@1MarkMoss), is an advocate for financial sovereignty and total history buff. He walks us through the history of money, carefully explaining the roles of both trust and human nature. We also talk war, freedom of speech, and fina…

We’re joined today by an absolute badass. Ben Askren (@Benaskren) is a former UFC fighter and now a strong Bitcoin advocate. We sat down at Bitcoin Miami to discuss how MMA and sports are integrating crypto into the mainstream, why Bitcoin is so powerful globally due to remittance payments, why Bitcoin could be the global reserve currency, and more…

We’re joined today by the third richest man in Mexico, Ricardo Salinas (@RicardoBSalinas), who shares his story on how Bitcoin helped him rise from the ashes of a devalued company and a family of gold bugs. We cover a lot in just 10 minutes, including what Ricardo does for fun, where Bitcoin is falling short, and the fiat fraudsters. THANK YOU TO O…

Decentralization is not always the right answer. Saving in fiat is setting yourself up for failure. And you get in at the price you deserve. These are just a few nuggets from this absolute gold mine of an episode with Jimmy Song (@jimmysong). Join us for our discussion at Bitcoin 2022, where we talked Altcoins, ETH 2.0, CBDC, regulation, and the po…

Our guest today brings a refreshing utopian vision to the show: fix the money, fix the world. How do we fix it? With Bitcoin. Pierre Rochard (@pierre_rochard), Bitcoin Product Manager at Kraken, joined host Scott Melker at Bitcoin Miami to discuss why CBDC is contrary to America’s core beliefs, the capital gains tax issue, FUD cycles, and how Bitco…

There’s a BIG fight coming between the Crypto industry and regulators. Is Crypto ready to put up a good fight? Our guest today, Caitlin Long (@CaitlinLong_), explains that this fight has a lot riding on the U.S. Dollar. Caitlin is the founder and CEO of Custodia Bank and Bitcoin advocate since 2012. She joins us today to discuss potential threats t…

Probably the most explicit episode of The Wolf Of All Streets, guest Max Keiser (@maxkeiser) takes us on a wild ride. American broadcaster and filmmaker, host of the Keiser Report, and longtime Bitcoin advocate — Max is at the forefront of the Bitcoin revolution. He joined us at Bitcoin Miami to discuss the incredible speed of Bitcoin adoption, his…

How can you make more money in the world of crypto? By knowing the market. And that starts with data. Our guest today is Joshua Frank (@Joshua_Frank_), Co-Founder and CEO of The TIE (@TheTIEIO). The TIE is a leading information services provider for digital assets. Joshua and his team are on a mission to help crypto-driven businesses make informed,…

This episode of the Wolf Of All Streets podcast is different from most: after hosting a live panel on YouTube several weeks ago, I realized that the revolutionary ideas shared by Raoul Pal and Jeff Dorman should reach more people. Jeff (@jdorman81) is the CIO of Arca, an investment firm offering institutional caliber products in the digital asset s…

How do you stand out in the metaverse? Micah Johnson (@Micah_Johnson3) - creator of Aku - is the perfect person to answer that question. His animated video NFT was released in 2021 and has done over 24MM in sales volume. Since then, Micah has seen worldwide recognition: being named one of the “Top 50 Most Influential People in NFTs” by Fortune and …

As the world of Bitcoin continues to grow, it’s no surprise that we’ve seen a rise in cyber security violations. That’s why it’s essential to keep your wallet secure. Co-Founder of Casa and long-time bitcoin advocate, Jameson Lopp (@lopp), is on a mission to empower you to be your own bank. He joins us on The Wolf of All Streets to discuss the impo…

Ukraine has had approximately $60M in crypto donated since Russia started its invasion. It shows the incredible power crypto can have when a people and country are most vulnerable. On this episode of The Wolf Of All Streets, Alex Bornyakov (@abornyakov) — The Deputy Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine — shares just how crypto is assisting…

How does crypto shape our future? It might influence everything from government to banking. On this episode of The Wolf Of All Streets, Dan Jeffries (@Dan_Jeffries1) — author, futurist, systems architect and thinker — explores the power of crypto, and its potential dark side. Dan and host Scott discuss the importance of cryptocurrencies, how crypto…

Is the play-to-earn model the next big thing in gaming? Founder of Big Time Studios and Co-Founder of Decentraland, Ari Meilich (@arimeilich), joins us to discuss the metaverse and his new multiplayer adventure game. With Axie Infinity disrupting the player-owned economy, the future is quickly being rewritten. On this episode of The Wolf Of All Str…

Crypto is here to stay and understanding its superpower will give you a competitive advantage. Our guest Seth Ginns (@sethginns) has been deeply involved with the crypto world since 2012. Now a Managing Partner at CoinFund, Seth specializes in liquid investment strategies and the convergence of crypto and equity markets. On this episode, Seth joins…

The Russia/Ukraine crisis has prompted floods of misinformation across the web. With social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok, it’s become more and more difficult to break through the cloud of misinformation and fake news. Sam Williams is tackling this head on through the creation of the permaweb. The Founder and CEO of Arweave (https://www…

Tax season is quickly approaching, so Dan Hannum from ZenLedger came on the show to provide listeners with a crash course on how to properly pay crypto taxes. Did you know that every transaction in crypto is taxable and that you may owe more than you think? This episode is for anyone that has received crypto, bought crypto, traded crypto, earned cr…

Ethereum and other Layer 1 blockchains are not ready to scale for mass adoption. This usability problem stems from what is known as the blockchain trilemma - a problem in which a coin has to sacrifice either decentralization, scalability, or security. Layer 2s like Polygon play a pivotal role in solving this problem for good. Thanks to Polygon, Eth…

Bitcoin mining has quietly taken the world by storm, as the network’s hash rate has continued to grow at unprecedented speed. John Warren from Gem Mining, one of the largest private U.S. miners, came on the show to discuss the current global mining environment and why many of the popular myths in the media are false. It’s his belief that mining is …

Most big companies are bogged down by a massive workforce that is slow to move and innovate. FTX.US has broken the mold. They are one of the top U.S. crypto exchanges, but have only 80 employees. Known for being nimble and lean, FTX.US is different in almost every way. In this episode, Brett Harrison, the president of FTX.US, explains how his compa…

Ray Youssef, CEO of Paxful, believes that Bitcoin can deliver an abundance of wealth to humanity. He is watching it happen in real time in Africa, South American and beyond, where Bitcoin is saving the lives of millions on a daily basis. If you believe that Bitcoin is more than just a trade or investment, this episode is for you. -- Arculus: Secure…

Congressman Ro Khanna is a fierce advocate for crypto and tech and represents California’s 17th Congressional District. He has his work cut out for him - he balances representing both Silicon Valley companies and billionaires and everyday Americans in his district. Congressman Khanna believes that crypto and fintech can be harnessed for good, offer…

Michael Caras is an ordained Rabbi that is both a Torah and Bitcoin maximalist. His unique perspective on moral money has led him down the Bitcoin rabbit hole, earning him the nickname “The Bitcoin Rabbi.” Not only does Michael make the case for Bitcoin, he leads by example. He wrote a brilliant children’s book about Bitcon that has been widely dis…

The Fed is out of control and so is the monetary policy of central banks around the globe. Sven Henrich from NorthmanTrader, once a vocal skeptic of Bitcoin, now considers it to be a potential solution to the madness. He recently authored a viral manifesto called (R)evolution, articulating why he thinks Bitcoin is both an evolution and revolution o…

Robby Yung, the CEO of Animoca Brands is an expert on gamification of the metaverse. As an ambitious pioneer of digital entertainment and blockchain gaming, Robby emerged as a titan far ahead of his industry’s time. According to Robby, the metaverse isn't 5 or 10 years away, it’s actually here now and a lot of us are already tapped in. Listen to th…

Dave Weisberger made his second appearance on the podcast to share his thoughts on the current irrationality in markets. According to Dave, stocks are behaving more like a speculative casino, which is why he thinks legacy markets are fundamentally broken. This exciting episode covers the Fed’s FUD, why Bitcoin will always be first, crypto correlati…

The CME has played a pivotal role in ensuring that institutions have access to the cryptocurrency futures market. Payal Shah, the Director of Equity & Cryptocurrency Products at CME Group, came on the show to help our listeners better understand how the derivatives marketplace functions in our nascent sector. This episode covers a number of topics,…

Investing early in the right crypto project and being right has led to generational wealth for countless investors. The hard part is knowing which project to invest in and being able to gain access. Graham Jenkin is the CEO of CoinList, a platform that plays an important role in vetting and incubating projects to ensure fairness and success. Solana…

Many of the internet communities that you currently enjoy or rely upon were built by Greg Isenberg. Greg is an expert in designing, building, and perfecting many of the communities we know and love today, including Reddit, WeWork, Microsoft, Tik-Tok, FedEx, NASCAR, TechCrunch, and WordPress. Greg is now focused on building communities in Web3, a bo…

In a hyper-connected world with a global economy, it makes increasingly less sense to restrict ourselves with artificial borders and limiting fiat currencies. The nation of Palau is redirecting the course of history as the first country to implement digital residency through blockchain. Palau’s President, Surangel Whipps Jr., came on the show to ex…