
Onramp Bitcoin Media
Onramp Bitcoin Media
Bitcoin-native insights on markets, investing, and the future of finance.
https://onrampbitcoin.com/
The Last Trade
Bitcoin meets macro.
Onramp Media’s flagship show covering markets, monetary policy, tech, and the shifting tides of global finance.
Final Settlement
Building on Bitcoin.
A biweekly dive into Bitcoin applications, protocol development, and early-stage venture—brought to you by Early Riders.
Scarce Assets
Bitcoin for professionals.
Conversations with allocators and finance pros on portfolio strategy, hard money, and the rise of digital scarcity.
Latest episodes

Sep 9, 2024 • 52min
Wake Up Call (9.9.24): Wyatt O'Rourke, Founder of Basilic Financial
Wyatt O'Rourke, founder of Basilic Financial, shares his expertise on innovative investment strategies focused on Bitcoin. He discusses the relationship between economic recessions and Bitcoin, emphasizing its potential as a safe haven. O'Rourke elaborates on the importance of direct Bitcoin ownership for individual sovereignty and the role of decentralized finance in unlocking liquidity. He also highlights how Bitcoin acts as a financial 'black hole' that attracts assets and the need for a long-term mindset among investors navigating traditional and crypto markets.

Sep 6, 2024 • 1h 16min
The Last Trade E064: Future-Proofing Multi-Asset Portfolios with Jeroen Blokland
The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Jackson Mikalic, Jesse Myers (Croesus), Michael Tanguma, and a special weekly guest host.
Join us as we dive into what Bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, and propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset - in the digital age, it's the Last Trade that investors will ever need to make.
0:00 - Introduction to Jeroen Blokland
10:46 - A message from Onramp
11:29 - Portfolio construction & scarce assets
19:08 - Building future-proof multi-asset portfolios
24:09 - The role of volatility in portfolio construction
28:06 - The appeal of gold in portfolio construction
34:18 - The changing landscape of asset allocation
40:50 - Considering counterparty risk of scarce assets
46:49 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody
48:17 - Transferability & deliverability of scarce assets
53:42 - Potential disruption of traditional institutions
1:00:25 - Appetite for bitcoin in Europe
1:09:00 - Catalyzing bitcoin adoption through education
1:11:26 - Elections & key macro variables to watch
1:15:55 - Outro
We recently released a comprehensive report -- "The Evolution of Bitcoin Custody" -- detailing the origins of financial asset custody, bitcoin’s unique custodial properties, the various tradeoffs associated with existing forms of bitcoin custody, and the ongoing maturation of solutions in the marketplace. Download the full report here.
We will hosting a webinar on September 10th at 4:15PM EST to discuss this report in detail, delving into the intricate world of bitcoin custody, highlighting its origins, technological advancements, and the disruptive potential of multi-institution custody. Register to attend here.
Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for weekly Research and Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly:
https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/
https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Sep 4, 2024 • 1h 5min
Scarce Assets E017: Avik Roy – Then They Fight You
Avik Roy, a thought leader in finance strategies, delves into the crucial role of Bitcoin in today's economy. He highlights the potential for Bitcoin to drive political change, especially during fiscal crises. The conversation covers the necessity of transitioning to Bitcoin, protecting fiat-to-BTC conversion, and strategic reserves. Roy also discusses the interplay between Bitcoin regulation and economic freedom, emphasizing actionable changes to empower Americans. Finally, he previews the Freedom & Progress Conference and its focus on innovative economic solutions.

Sep 3, 2024 • 35min
Wake Up Call (9.3.24): Jackson Mikalic, VP of Strategy & Business Development at Onramp
Wake Up Call is a weekly show that will be streamed live on LinkedIn every Monday morning. To catch the premier of each episode, follow Onramp’s LinkedIn page and add Wake Up Call events to your calendar. After the live premier on LinkedIn, we will distribute each episode across Onramp Media’s podcast channels and youtube page.
Wake Up Call aims to educate financial professionals on the merits of the bitcoin investment thesis, how this asset class represents both a threat to legacy financial service businesses and an opportunity to differentiate oneself to retain and attract new business.
Hosted by Mark Connors, Onramp’s Head of Global Macro Strategy, and Rich Kerr, Onramp’s President of Managed Wealth, this show seeks to provide financial professionals the “wake up call” they need, prompt them to have an open mind with respect to bitcoin, rethink their prior assumptions, become more educated on the topic, and learn from others who are already farther down this path.
Mark and Rich bring a combined 60+ years of experience across traditional markets and financial services, and will share their unique perspectives in how their peers and colleagues can approach the realm of bitcoin. Wake Up Call will feature guests from various backgrounds and industries, who will share their own journeys to bitcoin and how others can get up to speed.

Aug 30, 2024 • 1h 5min
The Last Trade E063: Soft Sovereign Default with Peruvian Bull
The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Jackson Mikalic, Jesse Myers (Croesus), Michael Tanguma, and a special weekly guest host.
Join us as we dive into what Bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, and propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset - in the digital age, it's the Last Trade that investors will ever need to make.
0:00 - Welcoming back Peruvian Bull
7:27 - A message from Onramp
8:11 - Global liquidity, M2 growth, & inflation
14:10 - Japan’s demographics & financialization
19:31 - Implications of rising Debt-to-GDP
25:55 - The soft sovereign default playbook
34:28 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody
35:55 - Fiscal dominance & the death of the 60/40
45:20 - Wyoming recap & misalignment of incentives
58:30 - Key indicators to watch: global liquidity & USDJPY
1:04:32 - Outro
We recently released a comprehensive report -- "The Evolution of Bitcoin Custody" -- detailing the origins of financial asset custody, bitcoin’s unique custodial properties, the various tradeoffs associated with existing forms of bitcoin custody, and the ongoing maturation of solutions in the marketplace. Download the full report here.
We will hosting a webinar on September 10th at 4:15PM EST to discuss this report in detail, delving into the intricate world of bitcoin custody, highlighting its origins, technological advancements, and the disruptive potential of multi-institution custody. Register to attend here.
Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for weekly Research and Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly:
https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/
https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Aug 27, 2024 • 1h 17min
Final Settlement E012: MENA's Synergistic Embrace of Bitcoin with Ralph Gebran
Final Settlement: a biweekly podcast presented by Onramp which explores the breadth and depth of the Bitcoin thesis, focusing on the underlying mechanics of the protocol, its ongoing development, and real-world applications of the technology. Hosted by Brian Cubellis (Chief Strategy Officer at Onramp) and Michael Tanguma (Co-founder & CEO of Onramp), Final Settlement aims to go beyond the conventional view of Bitcoin as merely a financial asset, or “digital gold."
Discover how this groundbreaking technology has the potential to benefit society through rearchitecting how value is stored and transferred. A resource for institutional investors and bitcoin enthusiasts alike, our discussions aim to enhance your understanding and conviction in Bitcoin's broader utility – tune in to grasp the full scope of bitcoin's transformative power in the digital age.
0:00 - Introduction to Ralph Gebran & Onramp MENA
7:58 - A message from Onramp
8:41 - Understanding fiat currency & financial privilege
14:40 - Dubai's forward-thinking approach & innovation
25:23 - Market structure & investment culture in MENA
35:16 - Benefits of multi-jurisdictional custody
37:38 - Bitcoin’s conservative & alignment with Islamic Finance
47:30 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody
48:59 - Takeaways from Jackson Hole last week
1:00:31 - The appeal of energy-backed money in MENA
1:04:40 - Solving for the problem of bitcoin inheritance
1:07:38 - Building the first bitcoin-only company in MENA
1:14:15 - Final thoughts & wrapping up
1:16:19 - Outro
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Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly:
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https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Aug 26, 2024 • 56min
Wake Up Call (8.26.24): Paul Scudellari, Founder of RIApex
Wake Up Call is a weekly show that will be streamed live on LinkedIn every Monday morning. To catch the premier of each episode, follow Onramp’s LinkedIn page and add Wake Up Call events to your calendar. After the live premier on LinkedIn, we will distribute each episode across Onramp Media’s podcast channels and youtube page.
Wake Up Call aims to educate financial professionals on the merits of the bitcoin investment thesis, how this asset class represents both a threat to legacy financial service businesses and an opportunity to differentiate oneself to retain and attract new business.
Hosted by Mark Connors, Onramp’s Head of Global Macro Strategy, and Rich Kerr, Onramp’s President of Managed Wealth, this show seeks to provide financial professionals the “wake up call” they need, prompt them to have an open mind with respect to bitcoin, rethink their prior assumptions, become more educated on the topic, and learn from others who are already farther down this path.
Mark and Rich bring a combined 60+ years of experience across traditional markets and financial services, and will share their unique perspectives in how their peers and colleagues can approach the realm of bitcoin. Wake Up Call will feature guests from various backgrounds and industries, who will share their own journeys to bitcoin and how others can get up to speed.

Aug 23, 2024 • 1h 33min
The Last Trade E062: The Evolution of Bitcoin Custody with Brian Cubellis & Bradley Chambers
Brian Cubellis, an expert in Bitcoin custody solutions, and Bradley Chambers, a knowledgeable figure in Bitcoin and finance, delve into the evolution of Bitcoin custody. They discuss the unique custodial properties of Bitcoin and the incentives behind multi-institution custody. The conversation emphasizes mitigating risks and scaling Bitcoin for broader adoption. They also explore the psychological barriers individuals face with self-custody and the critical need for secure, user-friendly custody solutions as Bitcoin matures.

Aug 21, 2024 • 41min
Wake Up Call (8.19.24): Fred Pye, Founder & Director of 3iQ Digital Holdings
Wake Up Call is a weekly show that will be streamed live on LinkedIn every Monday morning. To catch the premier of each episode, follow Onramp’s LinkedIn page and add Wake Up Call events to your calendar. After the live premier on LinkedIn, we will distribute each episode across Onramp Media’s podcast channels and youtube page.
Wake Up Call aims to educate financial professionals on the merits of the bitcoin investment thesis, how this asset class represents both a threat to legacy financial service businesses and an opportunity to differentiate oneself to retain and attract new business.
Hosted by Mark Connors, Onramp’s Head of Global Macro Strategy, and Rich Kerr, Onramp’s President of Managed Wealth, this show seeks to provide financial professionals the “wake up call” they need, prompt them to have an open mind with respect to bitcoin, rethink their prior assumptions, become more educated on the topic, and learn from others who are already farther down this path.
Mark and Rich bring a combined 60+ years of experience across traditional markets and financial services, and will share their unique perspectives in how their peers and colleagues can approach the realm of bitcoin. Wake Up Call will feature guests from various backgrounds and industries, who will share their own journeys to bitcoin and how others can get up to speed.

Aug 20, 2024 • 1h 2min
Scarce Assets E016: Alex Thorn – Bitcoin is King
Scarce Assets: a biweekly podcast presented by Onramp which delves into the emergent role of Bitcoin in finance professionals' strategies and outlooks. Hosted by CFP, Andy Edstrom, and former hedge fund manager, Jesse Myers, Scarce Assets provides invaluable insights for wealth managers aiming to outperform their peers in the decades ahead.
Finance professionals everywhere know about stocks and bonds, but the macroeconomic outlook requires that serious investors pay close attention to another category: Scarce Assets.
0:00 - Introduction to Alex Thorn
10:50 - A message from Onramp
11:33 - Bitcoin advocacy with the Democratic party
18:55 - Challenges facing ethereum
23:16 - Market cycles, memecoins, & ETFs
32:52 - Collateralized bitcoin & WBTC
41:27 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody
42:54 - Navigating bitcoin's volatility
55:05 - Potential launch of bitcoin ETF options
1:01:37 - Outro
Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly:
https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/
https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/