Best Web3 Academy Podcasts (2025)

1
Where Are Bitcoin & Ethereum Heading? Technical Breakdown, Price Targets & Strategy w/ Chart Guys 37:02

Play Pause

12m ago37:02

37:02

In this episode, we bring on Dan McDermott, co-founder of The Chart Guys, to break down exactly what’s happening with Bitcoin and Ethereum right now. Are we in for a blow-off top or a brutal correction? Will BTC crash below $95K, or are we on track for $150K? Is ETH still a strong long-term play, or is the narrative shifting? ~~~~~ 🌐 KGeN’s VeriFi:…

1
The Biggest Capital Wave in Crypto History Is Happening Right Now w/ Andrew Forson 49:05

3d ago49:05

49:05

In today’s episode, we sit down with Andrew Forson, President of DeFi Technologies, to uncover how billions in institutional capital are flowing into crypto through products most retail investors don’t even know exist. From AI-powered portfolios and yield-bearing crypto indexes to ETFs and ETPs trading across Europe, Andrew breaks down how the next…

1
The Next Crypto Bull Run Will Start in October | Jesse Eckel’s Investing Strategy 44:12

4d ago44:12

44:12

In this episode, Jesse Eckel returns to unpack what could be ahead for markets in Q4 2025, and why this cycle might look different from anything we’ve seen before. We dig into the macro setup, the potential for September rate cuts, and how liquidity, regulation, and market psychology could shape the next few months. Jesse also shares how he’s appro…

1
How to Keep Your Bitcoin and Still Make Money from It w/ Matt Luongo 41:29

5d ago41:29

41:29

In this episode, we sit down with Matt Luongo, a Bitcoin OG and founder of Thesis and Mezo, to explore a radically different approach: how to unlock the value of your BTC without ever selling a single satoshi.Matt breaks down the next evolution of Bitcoin utility, borrowing, yield, and Bitcoin-backed stablecoins, and why the future of finance might…

1
How Bitcoin is About to Shock the Whole Market & Kickstart Altseason w/ Julio Moreno 48:55

6d ago48:55

48:55

In this episode, we’re joined by the legendary Julio Moreno, Head of Research at CryptoQuant, who breaks down why Bitcoin’s current “pause” phase could be the calm before a Q4 storm. We get into onchain data, ETF flows, whale behavior, and why Ethereum may have already had its moment. If you’re wondering whether altseason is around the corner or al…

1
The Institutional Era: Who’s Really Buying BTC, ETH & SOL Right Now w/ Jason Urban 49:17

7d ago49:17

49:17

In this episode, we sit down with Jason Urban, Head of Global Trading at Galaxy Digital, to unpack why institutions are flooding into crypto, what that means for price, and how it could reshape the market for good. From $1B Solana digital treasuries to the tokenization of every financial asset on Earth, Jason lays out a vision that’s both massive i…

1
Solana's Next Big Catalysts: Treasury Premiums, ETFs & Institutional Demand w/ Brian Rudick 46:07

10d ago46:07

46:07

Brian Rudick, CSO at Upexi, joins the show to break down why institutions are stacking SOL, and why they might know something you don’t. We get into the mechanics of Solana-based treasury companies, premium multiples, staking yields, locked token discounts, and the capital flywheel that’s reshaping crypto investing. ~~~~~ 💻 Stop leaving yourself vu…

1
Why These Crypto Public Companies Could Outperform the Magnificent 7 w/ Elliot Chun 47:33

11d ago47:33

47:33

In today’s episode, Wall Street veteran and crypto M&A expert Elliot Chun lays out a bold thesis: the Crypto Core, a group of emerging, publicly traded crypto-native companies, could outperform the Magnificent Seven over the next 10 years. ~~~~~ 💻 Stop leaving yourself vulnerable to data breaches and get a 14-day free trial : ⁠https://aura.com/milk…

1
Coinbase’s Q4 2025 Crypto Forecast: Macro Setups, ETH Demand & Altseason Signals w/ David Duong 47:53

12d ago47:53

47:53

In today’s episode, Coinbase’s Head of Research, David Duong, returns to break down what’s actually going on under the hood of this market. From the Fed’s next move to institutional ETH flows, Duong shares the key signals he’s tracking, and why everything may hinge on September. ~~~~~ 💻 Stop leaving yourself vulnerable to data breaches and get a 14…

1
Ep 76 - The US GENIUS Act + HK Stablecoin Ordinance | HK Web3 Blueprint 1:05:40

12d ago1:05:40

1:05:40

Episode 76 with Joshua Chu, Syed Musheer Ahmed and Sean Lee 🎧 The common theme for this episode is FinTech and Web3 writ large – with an eye towards digital assets and virtual currency. In Spotlight segment, we’ll be speaking with a returning guest and a dear friend of the program – Syed Musheer Ahmed of Hong Kong-based FinStep Asia on the recently…

1
Why Tokenized Stocks Could Be Bigger Than Stablecoins w/ Ian De Bode 44:07

13d ago44:07

44:07

In this episode, we explore why tokenized stocks could be the next trillion-dollar wave, and possibly an even bigger breakthrough than stablecoins. Jay sits down with Ian De Bode, Chief Strategy Officer at Ondo Finance, to uncover the explosive potential behind putting traditional equities like $AAPL and $TSLA onchain. From liquidity challenges and…

1
Is the Bull Market Almost Over? w/ Joshua Frank 37:47

14d ago37:47

37:47

In this episode, The Tie CEO Joshua Frank joins us to break down why this market rally feels more like the 7th inning than the first. We’re talking dry powder piles, the DAT (Digital Asset Treasury) explosion, and whether Ethereum’s fundamentals are falling apart while price action screams higher. ~~~~~ 💰 Borrow funds, keep your crypto. All on the …

1
Top 5 High-Conviction Investments for August 2025 w/ Eric Jackson 48:08

17d ago48:08

48:08

In today’s episode, we sit down with Eric Jackson, founder of EMJ Capital and the mastermind behind some of the most legendary 100x trades in tech and crypto. Eric shares how he uses AI-powered strategies to spot asymmetric investment opportunities before the crowd, and breaks down 5 of his highest-conviction bets right now, including Ethereum, DeF…

1
Bitcoin’s Golden Bull Run: Treasury Companies, Institutions & Macro Analysis w/ Charles Edwards 49:28

18d ago49:28

49:28

In today’s episode, we get into the heart of Bitcoin’s bull run with Charles Edwards, founder of Capriole Investments, the guy whose charts institutions are watching. From MicroStrategy’s high-stakes Bitcoin playbook to 150+ digital asset treasury companies now buying BTC daily, this episode breaks down the macro forces driving Bitcoin to potential…

1
Crypto Market Analysis & BTC, ETH, SOL 2025 Price Targets w/ Adam Stokes 43:12

19d ago43:12

43:12

In this episode, we’re joined by crypto educator and investor Adam Stokes, who drops one of the most explosive takes on the 2025 bull cycle we’ve heard yet. From Bitcoin to $250K to why stablecoins are now backing the dollar, Adam breaks down the macro forces, altcoin winners, and institutional shifts that are rewriting the crypto playbook. ~~~~~ 💰…

1
Digital Asset Treasuries Are Buying Billions in Ethereum: Bubble or Berkshire? w/ Avichal 39:02

20d ago39:02

39:02

Today, we unpack why ETH ETFs nearly matched BTC inflows in July and why digital asset treasuries (DATs) are hoovering up Ethereum like it’s a Costco free sample day. Is this a real supply squeeze or just another hype cycle with better math? Avichal Garg (Electric Capital) joins to break down the MicroStrategy playbook, the premium-to-NAV trap, and…

1
Genius Act + Stablecoins: How to Capitalize on the Trillion Dollar Revolution in Finance w/ Mike Belshe 49:04

21d ago49:04

49:04

In this episode, we sit down with Mike Belshe, CEO of BitGo, to reveal why this new law could be the biggest catalyst for crypto since Bitcoin ETFs… and the worst news banks have had in a century. Will stablecoins kill traditional banking? Could 4% on-chain interest spark a global run on deposits? And how might this law make the U.S. dollar the las…

1
Coinbase’s Plan To Disrupt Finance, Social & Payments w/ Base Founder Jesse Pollak 54:34

24d ago54:34

54:34

In this episode, we sit down with Jesse Pollak, the creator of Base and a core leader at Coinbase, to break down why Coinbase is going way beyond just being an exchange. From launching the Base App to powering the future of social media, stablecoins, creator coins, and global payments, Coinbase might just be building the next financial and social s…

1
Milk Road's Macro Framework: How The Big Picture Empowers Crypto Investors w/ John Gillen 44:53

25d ago44:53

44:53

In today’s episode, we flip the script and interview our own host, John Gillen, a former BlackRock investor turned crypto macro expert, to reveal the exact framework he uses to navigate markets, inflation, and crypto cycles. We break down why debt is the new money, how to spot where we are in the economic cycle, and where the smart money is moving.…

1
Altseason Predictions, Crypto Cycle Breakdown & VirtualBacon’s Top 4 Tokens for the Next Big Run 36:00

26d ago36:00

36:00

In today’s episode of The Milk Road Show, we’re joined by the one and only Virtual Bacon, angel investor, developer, and crypto educator, to unpack what’s really happening in this cycle. We dive into why altcoins are still stuck in the mud, the one signal he’s watching before going all-in, and which underrated tokens he’s quietly accumulating befor…

1
Ep 75 - Rethinking Hong Kong’s Startup Ecosystem and Its Legal Foundations 1:03:24

26d ago1:03:24

1:03:24

Episode 75 with David Cameron, Syed Musheer Ahmed and Joshua Chu 🎧 This episode of Regulatory Ramblings takes a deep dive into the current state of Hong Kong’s startup environment - exploring how conducive the city’s legal, commercial, and policy infrastructure is for startups to not only launch, but also to scale. We begin with a spotlight convers…

1
Surviving the Liquidity Crisis: Everything You Need to Navigate This Cycle w/ Michael Howell 50:55

27d ago50:55

50:55

In this episode, we sit down with Michael Howell, the godfather of global liquidity, to decode the real risks lurking behind today’s markets. Forget the noise about rate cuts or inflation targets; the real story is about monetary inflation, fiscal dominance, and a looming $40 trillion debt rollover that could flip the financial system upside down. …

1
We’re Mid-Bull Market: Why the Dip Is Just Noise, Not Doom w/ Ash Pampati 41:52

28d ago41:52

41:52

In today’s episode, Ash Pampati, Head of Ecosystem at Aptos Foundation, joins us to break down why this pullback is not the end… but possibly the beginning of something huge. We dive into why we’re still mid-cycle, why the SEC’s “Project Crypto” might be a bigger deal than the ETF approvals, and why the real builders are just getting started. If yo…

1
The Best Risk-Adjusted Yield in Crypto Right Now w/ Nic Santomauro, Figure Markets 37:17

1M ago37:17

37:17

Can blockchain revolutionize a $1.6 trillion market—and no one’s talking about it? In this episode, Jay sits down with Nick Santomauro, CMO at Figure Markets and former Global Growth Director at Binance, to unpack how tokenized private credit could quietly reshape the financial system. Nick explains how Figure has already put over $12 billion worth…

1
Why Discipline Beats Alpha in 2025’s Market w/ Douglas Boneparth 34:17

1M ago34:17

34:17

The Fed held rates, but the real story is the growing divide inside the boardroom. Douglas Boneparth joins us to break down the macro drama, what it means for markets, and why discipline is beating alpha in 2025. We also dig into the White House’s crypto report, the SEC’s new ETF rules, and how long-term investors can actually win in this market. 🎧…

1
Rate Cut Chaos: Inside the Fed’s July Meeting Standoff w/Tony Greer 44:25

1M ago44:25

44:25

The Fed just did nothing — again. No rate cut. But markets went haywire anyway. What’s going on? Is Jerome Powell bluffing? Are gold bugs in denial? And why are traders like Tony Greer suddenly eyeing Bitcoin over precious metals? In today’s episode of Milk Road Macro, we break down everything from the July FOMC meeting to the unseen forces driving…

1
Audio: Verifying Kids’ Age, SCOTUS, and AI Companions 59:32

1M ago59:32

59:32

This is audio from the July event on “Verifying Kids’ Age, SCOTUS, and AI Companions” Verifying the Future: Kids Age Regulation, SCOTUS, and AI Companions Verifying Kids’ Age, SCOTUS, and AI Companions SPEAKERS Kate Ruane Director, Free Expression Project Center for Democracy & Technology Chris Marchese Founder & Co-Director NetChoice Litigation Ce…

1
The Ethereum Supercycle Has Begun: Here’s the Proof w/ Jake Brukhman 43:58

1M ago43:58

43:58

Is Ethereum about to break its all-time high? In this episode, Jay sits down with Jake Brukhman, CoinFund CEO to break down why the Ethereum supercycle is just getting started. They dive into ETH price predictions, institutional adoption, L2 scaling, and why the smart money is rotating back into ETH. 💡 What you’ll learn in this episode: 👉 Why Jake …

1
The Fed Is Wrong About AI and the Economy w/ PDS 44:44

1M ago44:44

44:44

In this episode of Milk Road Macro, we dive into the Fed’s next big move — and why most of the Board of Governors are flying blind on the biggest tech shift in a generation. Former Soros family office macro chief PDS joins to unpack how Trump’s trade and immigration policies are clouding the Fed’s view, why AI could be a major deflationary force, a…

1
Bitcoin Predictions, ETH / BTC Up Only & Pre-IPO Investments w/ Slava Rubin 30:23

1M ago30:23

30:23

Think one wallet can tank Bitcoin? Think again. In today’s episode, we’re diving into one of the biggest BTC moves in recent history—an 80,000 BTC sell-off from a Satoshi-era wallet—and why the market barely flinched. Jay Hamilton is joined by Slava Rubin (Indiegogo founder & Ambition VC) to break down what it means for crypto’s maturity and why it…

1
Sole Purpose: Ian Harrison, Co-founder of SneakAR on Supercharging Connection Through Web3, XR & Augmented Footwear 36:32

1M ago36:32

36:32

What do your shoes do? On today’s episode we’re stepping into the future of footwear with Ian Harrison, creative disruptor, innovation catalyst, XR futurist and the Co-founder of SneakAR. SneakAR transforms your sneakers into a dynamic digital canvas with their revolutionary AR experience, turning your shoes into an interactive masterpiece with jus…

1
Why Ethereum Treasury Companies Will Send $ETH to $10k in 2025 w/ Charles Allen CEO of BTCS 53:53

1M ago53:53

53:53

In this episode, we sit down with Charles Allen, CEO of BTCS, one of the first publicly traded crypto infrastructure companies, to reveal how ETH treasury strategies are reshaping markets. Charles explains how BTCS ditched Bitcoin, went all-in on Ethereum, and built a flywheel of staking, block building, and DeFi leverage that could crush tradition…

1
Why Hyperliquid Could Flip Solana & Ethereum w/ Ryan Watkins 39:15

1M ago39:15

39:15

In this episode, we’re joined by Ryan Watkins, founder of Syncracy Capital, to explore one of the most interesting developments in the crypto ecosystem: Hyperliquid. Ryan shares his in-depth investment thesis on why Hyperliquid, a fast-growing onchain exchange and emerging Layer 1, may have the potential to challenge the dominance of Solana and Eth…

1
The US Economy Is Re-Accelerating & Why Cutting Rates Now Would Be a Disaster w/ Danny Dayan 45:52

1M ago45:52

45:52

In this episode of Milk Road Macro, we break down why the U.S. economy is quietly heating up, and why a rate cut now could send us straight into an inflationary firestorm. Former hedge fund manager and macro strategist Danny Dayan joins to reveal why financial conditions aren’t as tight as they seem, what the Fed is getting dangerously wrong, and h…

1
Ep 74 - Global Women in AI / Corporate Director Liability: Discretionary, Not Fiduciary 1:06:24

1M ago1:06:24

1:06:24

Episode #74 with Tram Anh Nguyen and Professor Marc I. Steinberg 🎧 In this episode, we feature two conversations exploring different frontiers of finance and technology. In our opening spotlight, we welcome back Marc Steinberg, professor at Southern Methodist University’s Dedman School of Law and a leading voice in securities and corporate law. His…

1
Altcoin Season Heating Up & The Most Bullish Bitcoin Setup Ever w/ Scott Melker 32:17

1M ago32:17

32:17

In today’s episode, crypto OG Scott Melker joins us to break down why this might be the most bullish setup for Bitcoin ever, and whether Ethereum is about to rip past expectations. We dive into ETH/BTC breaking key resistance, new liquidity entering the market, and why crypto-adjacent stocks are becoming the new altcoins. ~~~~~ 📈 Get no trading fee…

1
Why $ETH Is Becoming the World’s Most Important Asset | Joe Lubin Ethereum Co-Founder & SBET Chairman 58:21

1M ago58:21

58:21

In this episode, Ethereum co-founder Joe Lubin breaks down his boldest move yet: launching SBET, a publicly traded ETH treasury vehicle modeled after Michael Saylor’s Bitcoin playbook. From geopolitical shifts and stablecoin dominance to Ethereum’s evolving value thesis, Joe lays out why ETH is becoming the backbone of the next financial era, and w…

1
What Happens When Wall Street Enters DeFi? w/ Nic Roberts-Huntley 36:57

2M ago36:57

36:57

In today’s episode, we sit down with Nic Huntley, CEO of Blueprint Finance, who’s building the infrastructure that could finally bridge traditional finance and onchain yield. We unpack what’s really going on behind the scenes, the ETFs, the treasury strategies, and the hidden middleware that could funnel billions into DeFi without anyone even loggi…

1
Coinbase’s Q3 2025 Crypto Forecast: BTC ATHs, ETH Rotation & What’s Next w/ David Duong 51:15

2M ago51:15

51:15

In this episode, Coinbase Head of Research David Duong breaks down their Q3 2025 outlook, and let’s just say, the bulls might not be ready for what’s coming. From Bitcoin dominance and ETF-driven supercycles to Ethereum’s resurgence and the stablecoin takeover, this one is packed with alpha. ~~~~~ 📈 Get no trading fees for your first $25K in tradin…

1
Why This New Macro Cycle Will Break the Fed's Playbook w/ Jim Bianco 46:52

2M ago46:52

46:52

In this episode, legendary macro analyst Jim Bianco joins us to break down why 2020 was the true start of a new economic cycle, one that central banks are completely unprepared for. From sticky inflation and tariff-fueled CPI shocks to the real risk of Powell getting fired, Bianco pulls zero punches. ~~~~~ 📈 Get no trading fees for your first $25K …

1
Bitcoin Just Getting Started + Why TAO Could 100x From Here w/ Karia Samaroo 44:52

2M ago44:52

44:52

In today’s episode, we sit down with Karia Samaroo, co-founder of WonderFi, and CEO of xTao, to break down why this cycle is unlike any before. From the explosive $6M Pump.fun launch to the quiet rise of Bitttensor as the “Bitcoin of AI". ~~~~~ 📈 Get no trading fees for your first $25K in trading volume on Definitive: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://out.milkroad.com/…

1
Bitcoin Hits ATH But What’s Really Moving the Market Now? w/ Michael Ashby 33:42

2M ago33:42

33:42

In this episode, we sit down with AlgoQuant CEO & CIO Michael Ashby to unpack the forces shaping the market, from institutional inflows to disappearing altcoin liquidity and AI-driven quant strategies. ~~~~~ 📈 Get no trading fees for your first $25K in trading volume on Definitive: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://out.milkroad.com/Definitive2025Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🏦 Borrow aga…

1
Why Ethereum Is About to Take Over This Bull Run w/ Michael Nadeau 54:13

2M ago54:13

54:13

In this episode, we sit down with Michael Nadeau, founder of The DeFi Report and one of crypto’s sharpest macro minds, to dissect the perfect storm forming around ETH. From ETFs and treasury demand to a macro backdrop that’s shifting full risk-on, this conversation covers the critical signals most investors are missing. ~~~~~ 📈 Get no trading fees …

1
Ethereum’s Next Demand Shock Is Already Underway w/ Kyle Reidhead & John Gillen 55:13

2M ago55:13

55:13

In today’s episode, we reveal how public companies are accumulating hundreds of millions in ETH, and why this could become ETH MicroStrategy moment. With Kyle and John in the booth, we unpack how the new ETH Treasury Strategy is triggering a flood of institutional capital, and why this could light the fuse for DeFi Summer 2.0. ~~~~~ 📈 Get no tradin…

1
Is This the Start of a New Crypto Bull Cycle? Market Radar’s Macro Outlook Explained 43:17

2M ago43:17

43:17

On today’s episode, we sit down with the founders of Market Radar, Arty and Gamma, alongside John Gillen, to decode the signals flashing across macro and crypto markets right now. Their quant models don’t trade on gut feeling; they trade on cold, hard data. And guess what? We might be standing at the edge of a full-blown risk-on regime. But don’t a…

1
Ep 73 - Geopolitical Risk: Thailand Tensions, Sanctions & Smart Compliance in a Shifting Asia 58:07

2M ago58:07

58:07

Episode #73 with Christopher Cottrell, Richard Butler and Haider Mannan 🎧 This episode of Regulatory Ramblings explores how shifting geopolitics is reshaping regulation, investment, and compliance across Asia. In the first segment, veteran Indo-Pacific journalist Christopher Cottrell joins us from Thailand to discuss rising political tensions follo…

1
Crypto Pulse Check: Pump.fun Token, ETH Treasury Strategy & VC Funding Trends w/ Keli Callaghan 37:45

2M ago37:45

37:45

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Keli Callaghan, early team member at Algorand and now partner at Arrington Capital, to break down the biggest trends shaping crypto markets right now. We dig into the $2.8B surge in crypto VC, the rise of ETH as a treasury asset, and the controversial Pump.fun token launch that some say could signal the end of me…

1
How Coinbase Is Building the OS for Crypto Through Strategic Acquisitions w/ Aklil Ibssa 43:41

2M ago43:41

43:41

In this episode, we sit down with Aklil Ibssa, Head of Corporate Development at Coinbase, the man behind the $2.9B Deribit deal and the architect of Coinbase’s aggressive global M&A strategy. ~~~~~ 📈 Get no trading fees for your first $25K in trading volume on Definitive: https://out.milkroad.com/Definitive2025Podcast 🏦 Borrow against your Bitcoin …

1
Crypto Summer Slowdown or Pump? Bitcoin Q3 Price Prediction w/ Julio Moreno 51:43

2M ago51:43

51:43

In this episode, we sit down with CryptoQuant’s Head of Research, Julio Moreno, to decode the charts that actually matter. ETF flows are slowing, demand is quietly contracting, and yet… BTC is still holding strong above $100K. Something’s brewing beneath the surface. ~~~~~ 💰 Borrow funds, keep your crypto. All on the Nexo platform: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https:/…

1
XR Zero to Hero: Dominique Wu, Founder XReality Pro & her latest Ultimate AI Pipeline for XR Development course 31:11

2M ago31:11

31:11

Dominique Wu is the founder of XReality Pro, where she designs, builds, and teaches immersive technologies that empower creators and transform how we interact with XR and AI. She has consulted for industry giants including Meta and Walmart’s Store No. 8, and is the author of Spatial Design: Breaking the 2D Paradigm. With over 500 speaker events hos…