Raoul Pal: The Journey Man
638 episodes - English - Latest episode: 16 days ago - ★★★★ - 19 ratingsThe world is changing faster than ever before. This comes with life-changing opportunities but also unprecedented challenges. In The Journeyman, I talk to the greatest minds at the nexus of macro, crypto, and technology to figure out exactly what the Exponential Age means for us all. I uncover the big trends, potential investment opportunities, and economic risks and rewards, and ask the big questions on how this impacts us, our businesses, and our societies. Brought to you by Real Vision.
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Episodes
What the Banking Crisis Means for Crypto
May 02, 2023 18:08 - 30 minutesToday’s episode is sponsored by Origin Dollar: With U.S. inflation still at 5% and multiple CeFi lending platforms bankrupt, DeFi protocols that earn interest on stablecoins are once again back on crypto investors' minds. See for more details: http://realvision.com/origindollar Ash Bennington is joined by Justin Guilder, co-founder, chief legal officer, and COO of the digital assets advisory firm Lumida. As a lawyer representing banks in regulatory disputes and the former CEO of a fintech t...
First Republic Fall Out and a Regulatory "Silver Lining"
May 01, 2023 19:49 - 33 minutesToday’s episode is sponsored by Origin Dollar: With U.S. inflation still at 5% and multiple CeFi lending platforms bankrupt, DeFi protocols that earn interest on stablecoins are again back on crypto investors' minds. See here for more details: http://realvision.com/origindollar What does the second-largest bank failure in U.S. history mean for crypto and regulation? Brett Quick, head of government affairs for the Crypto Council for Innovation, joins Ash Bennington to discuss the collapse of F...
Raoul's Unified Thesis on NFTs
April 30, 2023 20:00 - 1 hourRaoul breaks down everything he's learned about NFTs... In this very special episode of Adventures in Crypto, Raoul synthesizes everything he’s learned about NFTs since he began his crypto journey all those years ago and presents his unified thesis on where he sees it all going. In particular, Raoul touches upon the ETH/NFT nexus when it comes to pricing and trading NFTs, the role network effects play, as well as how NFTs could serve as an ideal technology to address the growing issues of dig...
How To Recover from a Huge Loss w/ Andrew Rosener
April 30, 2023 14:37 - 53 minutesGet advice from the founder of the top media domain brokerage in the world. Andrew Rosener, the founder of the number one media brokerage in the world, joins Maggie Lake for a captivating conversation about how he’s remained at the tip of the spear in the digital asset realm. Plus, he shares his worst trade and how he managed to come to terms with a $1.9 billion loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Is the Future Green for Bitcoin Mining?
April 28, 2023 21:49 - 38 minutesHow sustainable is the process that has attracted so much scrutiny, both environmentally and financially? Fred Thiel, CEO of Marathon Digital, joins Ash Bennington for a breakdown of how the bitcoin mining industry is faring after a tumultuous year and amid heightened concerns over its environmental impact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NFL Goes Web3 With a Polkadot-Powered Game
April 27, 2023 20:27 - 28 minutesWhy is Mythical Games swapping Ethereum for Polkadot as it launches an official NFL-licensed Web3 game on mobile? Ash Bennington speaks to John Linden, a gaming industry veteran and the CEO of Mythical Games, following the release of its new game, NFL Rivals, and its upcoming move away from Ethereum and onto Polkadot. Plus, Real Vision's Jeremy Varlow joins us from Consensus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Are Macro Problems Still Crypto's Headache?
April 26, 2023 22:15 - 37 minutesDoes the adage that "crypto is macro, and macro is crypto" still apply? We ask Jim Bianco. As crypto prices rally despite renewed banking turmoil, Jim Bianco, macro strategist and president of Bianco Research, joins Ash Bennington to assess the macro landscape. Just how tightly are crypto and macro correlated? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Paper-Handed Princess and Mr. Aggressively Neutral Meet Again
April 25, 2023 17:32 - 36 minutesAsh and Elaine discuss the latest developments and stories in the space. Join Ash Bennington and Elaine Ly for a light-hearted chat about all-things crypto. We want to hear from you, so send us your questions, suggestions, and feedback. Editorial note: Our scheduled guest Barney Mannerings had a last-minute emergency and could not appear in today's show. We will reschedule that interview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A Comprehensive Bitcoin Update with Robert Breedlove
April 24, 2023 16:38 - 38 minutesThe renowned Bitcoiner gives us his outlook for BTC's future amidst inflation, and banking turmoil. Ash Bennington speaks with Robert Breedlove, host of the "What Is Money?" podcast, about all things Bitcoin, including Robert's forecast that its price could reach $12 million by 2031. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Is This Layer-1 the Future of Web3?
April 22, 2023 09:00 - 57 minutesWhat is Aptos and why should you care? From Blackrock to Libra, Mo Shaikh, co-founder and CEO of Aptos Labs, has been at the forefront of blockchain technology for several years. He joins Raoul to dig into Aptos' present and future, and why his ultimate goal is that consumers will never even know they’re using the Aptos blockchain. Plus, Mo and Raoul cover digital identity, the tokenization of communities, and how Web3 can survive the current onslaught of AI. Recorded on April 6, 2023. Learn ...
Stablecoins and CBDCs: Will the Two Coexist?
April 21, 2023 20:21 - 34 minutesWhat did we learn from this week's U.S. Congressional hearing on stablecoins? Let's discuss this with someone who was there. Ash Bennington will look into the future of stablecoins (and CBDCs) with an expert in the field: Austin Campbell, managing partner of Zero Knowledge Consulting and adjunct professor at Columbia Business School, who managed a $22B stablecoin portfolio at Paxos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Battle on the Hill: Crypto's Big Week in Washington
April 20, 2023 18:44 - 34 minutesIs the U.S. crypto industry any closer to regulatory clarity after the SEC chair's grilling in Congress? Ash Bennington welcomes Ron Hammond, director of government relations at the U.S. crypto-lobbying group Blockchain Association, to dissect this week's beehive-like activity on Capitol Hill when it comes to regulation (or lack of it) of digital assets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Africa Sees Explosive Growth in Blockchain Investments
April 19, 2023 18:40 - 35 minutesA new report shows the sector's expansion in the region far outpaced the rest of the world in 2022. Ash Bennington hosts Gideon Greaves, managing director of CV VC Africa, and the company's principal and head of growth, Brenton Naicker, to break down their latest report on African blockchain and VC investment growth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
"Bitcoin Is Needed More Than Ever"
April 18, 2023 17:34 - 32 minutesThe BitGo CEO makes the case for why the recent banking turmoil is good news for crypto. As Bitcoin reclaims the $30,000 threshold, Ash Bennington asks Mike Belshe, CEO of the crypto custodian and lender BitGo, about his recent claims that Bitcoin "has proven itself as a necessary part of the global financial system," and the state of institutional adoption. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Why Blockchain, AI Can Be a Fertile Farming Ground
April 17, 2023 21:06 - 45 minutesBlockchain, AI, and the Internet of Things could all help farmers blossom. Guest host Santiago Velez, co-founder and R&D division lead at Block Digital, welcomes Jon Trask, the founder and CEO of Dimitra, to explore how AgTech can help farmers increase productivity and efficiency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A Leading Digital Artist's Journey Into NFTs
April 16, 2023 16:00 - 46 minutesWant to know what it's like to become a premiere digital artist? Fvckrender is known worldwide as one of the premiere digital artists working today, but few know his story from skateboarder in the streets of Quebec to a leader of the NFT movement. Fvckrender joins Raoul to dig into that journey, the current status of the space, and where he sees NFTs and digital art going in the future. The pair also cover PFPs vs. one-of-ones, the current race to the bottom between Opensea and Blur, and the ...
What's Next for Ethereum Post-Shapella
April 14, 2023 18:18 - 1 hourEther rallies as the major upgrade comes off without a hitch. So what's next on the horizon? Ethereum investor and community member Ryan Berckmans joins Ash Bennington for a conversation on how the hard fork came about, what impact it will have, and what other developments are on the horizon for the second-largest cryptocurrency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Is AI Ready to Optimize Your Portfolio?
April 13, 2023 18:24 - 40 minutesWe explore ways for investors to deploy the nascent tech to maximize returns. Ash Bennington welcomes Stefan Klauser, co-founder and CEO of Swiss-based aisot, to discuss how AI-powered tools can help optimize equity and crypto investments. Plus, they'll cover ETH's rise after the Shapella upgrade and the crypto landscape in Europe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
How Crypto Is Taking on the SEC
April 12, 2023 19:11 - 1 hourThe industry has been hit with multiple lawsuits by the U.S. regulator. Some companies are fighting back. Ash Bennington hosts John E. Deaton, owner of the Deaton Law Firm and founder of CryptoLaw, to discuss the efforts by some U.S. companies to obtain more crypto-friendly rules through courts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bitcoin Breaks $30K: Where Is This Market Headed?
April 11, 2023 19:26 - 1 hourLet's assess the market recovery and the next wave of Web3 innovation. Christopher Perkins, president, and managing partner of CoinFund joins Ash Bennington to discuss the rally, Ethereum's Shapella upgrade, regulation, and Web3's most exciting projects. We want to hear from you, so send us your questions, feedback, and suggestions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Why Education Is Key to Mass Crypto Adoption
April 10, 2023 21:05 - 1 hourAsh Bennington is joined Ric Edelman, investor, bestselling author, and founder of the Digital Assets Council of Financial Professionals (DACFP), to discuss his latest book, The Truth About Crypto, and what investors need to know about the future of DeFi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Macro/Crypto Nexus with Dan Tapiero
April 09, 2023 18:25 - 1 hourWe have a special treat for you today — 10T Holdings founder Dan Tapiero and Raoul Pal haven’t caught up in ages, so they decided to do it on camera for you, our amazing audience. Raoul and Dan dig into the current macro environment, how it’s affecting crypto, and what they see on the horizon for the ecosystem (hint: it’s all good, baby!). Recorded on April 4, 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Releasing the Next Wave of Artists into the Music Metaverse
April 05, 2023 21:35 - 56 minutesWith AI-generated music meeting the world of blockchain, just how much disruption is about to hit the music industry? Ash Bennington speaks to Inder Phull, co-founder and CEO of the music metaverse ecosystem PIXELYNX, to learn about the interactive future of music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Crypto's Regulatory Outlook
April 04, 2023 12:58 - 55 minutesGeorgia Quinn, General Counsel at Anchorage, joins Real Vision's Ash Bennington for an overview of the current regulatory environment for crypto. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Not Your Keys, Not Your Coins
April 02, 2023 14:00 - 3 minutesThe Idiot and Degen are back again to dig into the importance of self-custody and why it should matter to you. Recorded on January 17, 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Contagion Risk? Argh!
April 01, 2023 15:00 - 2 minutesContagion risk? What is it? How does it work and how can you protect yourself? Real Vision’s Nick Correa and Nico Brugge return to the studio to dig into those pressing questions. Recorded on January 17, 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Are NFTs Dead?
March 31, 2023 16:47 - 3 minutesIn this inaugural edition of our series, The Idiot and the Degen, Real Vision's Nick Correa and Nico Brugge ask and answer the most profound question on everyone's mind: Are NFTs dead? Recorded on January 17, 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Here's How to Navigate the Choppy Web3 Waters
March 27, 2023 19:45 - 1 hourAsh Bennington is joined by Amanda Cassatt, the founder of Web3 marketing firm Serotonin and a former Chief Marketing Officer at ConsenSys, and later in the show, Abradat Kamalpour, partner at law firm Jones Day as it launches its FinAccelerate DeFi Challenge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
How Coinbase is Leading Institutional Adoption
March 26, 2023 14:00 - 1 hourIn this great interview, Raoul is joined by Brett Tejpaul, Head of Coinbase Institutional, and Greg Tusar, vice president of Institutional Product for Coinbase, to explore how Coinbase is onboarding the next wave of institutional adoption. With a storied-background in traditional finance at JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs respectively, Brett and Greg innately understand the institutional ecosystem and share with Raoul how Coinbase is preparing for both the present and the future. Brett, Greg, and...
Has Crypto Weathered the Banking Storm?
March 22, 2023 19:07 - 53 minutesMost major cryptocurrencies have navigated the recently choppy (even stormy at times) waters of global finance with aplomb. So is it “full steam ahead” from here? Ash is joined by Kevin Miao, head of credit at crypto investment firm BlockTower Capital and a former VP of structured product trading at Citi, to discuss the intersection of Web3 and lending, and what cracks in the broader banking system mean for crypto. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
How DeFi Is Adapting to the Banking Crisis
March 20, 2023 17:38 - 56 minutesWelcome to the new, live, twice-weekly Cryptoverse, where we laser-focus on the big, interesting, and promising developments in this space. Ash Bennington kicks things off with Ben Whitby, who looks after strategic partnerships and regulatory affairs at Qredo, the cross-chain protocol for digital asset managers and traders. The two will do a deep dive into where the DeFi space is right now and where it is headed, especially in light of the crisis traditional banks are going through. Learn mor...
How a Long-Term Fund Positions Itself
March 19, 2023 14:00 - 1 hourRichard Galvin, CEO and co-founder of Digital Asset Management Capital, has been long crypto since the dog days of 2017. He joins Raoul for a deep dive into how he positions during market drawdowns, what assets he’s looking at, as well as what’s needed for the space to reach critical adoption. Richard and Raoul also cover what new projects they find exciting as well as what keeps them up at night when it comes to crypto. Recorded on March 9, 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca...
Bitcoin Marches Higher Despite the Banking Turmoil
March 17, 2023 19:27 - 1 hourIf we had told you the price of bitcoin would rise by 33% in a week that saw the closure of another U.S. crypto-friendly bank, many of you wouldn't have believed. Ash Bennington will ask Mark Yusko, the founder, CEO, and CIO of Morgan Creek Capital, for his assessment of the financial landscape. Plus, there’s exciting news on the Ethereum front (save the date for the Shanghai upgrade and the Arbitrum airdrop) and Fidelity is showing confidence in the cryptocurrency market. Programming note: W...
Here’s Where Crypto Regulation Is Heading
March 16, 2023 17:13 - 54 minutesWe're never too far off from the next regulatory tussle when it comes to crypto in the U.S. Gary Gensler, the Chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission, looped all proof-of-stake tokens (that would imply ether as well) into the "securities" basket, contradicting recent comments from the head of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. So let's get some clarity, shall we? Ash Bennington will cut through the noise of the latest regulatory and banking developments with Perianne Boring, th...
Who Will Crypto Bank With Now?
March 15, 2023 18:04 - 1 hourSilvergate Capital: Gone. Signature Bank: Gone. Silicon Valley Bank: Gone. So where can crypto companies turn for their banking needs? Is this an existential threat to the industry in the U.S.? Ash Bennington welcomes Coinbase's head of institutional research, David Duong, for a conversation on the banking situation, regulation, and the wider market. Plus, a breaking news update on Credit Suisse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Is This the Moment Crypto Has Been Waiting For?
March 14, 2023 18:07 - 51 minutesIt's the question on every crypto investor’s mind: if crypto can rally in the face of a meltdown in the traditional banking system, is this the start of a wider movement towards crypto adoption? But if so, whom can crypto companies bank with now? Ash Bennington will explore that with David Nage, portfolio manger at Arca, and Dan Roberts, the editor-in-chief of Decrypt. Plus, Meta drops NFT support on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What's Next After the SVB/Signature Emergency Action?
March 13, 2023 19:48 - 48 minutesTo say this was an eventful weekend would be an understatement. The U.S. government and the Federal Reserve stepped in with emergency action after the failure of two financial institutions: Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank. This special edition has gathered a panel of experts to help you understand what happened, what the impact has been, what we could expect next, and why all of this matters for crypto. Ash Bennington hosts Real Vision co-founder and CEO Raoul Pal, Forkast Labs Co-CEO ...
How Fan Tokens Are Revolutionizing the Fan Experience
March 12, 2023 12:00 - 54 minutesRaoul has long been obsessed with the enormous possibilities of social tokens but few have actually tackled this opportunity at scale... However, Alexandre Dreyfus, CEO of Socios and Chiliz, has been leading the way and updates Raoul all about how the fan-token economy around sports teams is still young but growing fast. Raoul and Alexandre discuss price volatility around fan tokens, the difficulties inherent in the sports industry, the utility that can be created, as well as what the future ...
Crypto Jitters on Banking Risks
March 10, 2023 19:42 - 53 minutesBitcoin fell below $20,000 as fears of rising interest rates and a banking rout spread through the industry. After the fall of Silvergate Capital, another notable, tech-friendly regional bank is under pressure. Ash Bennington and Santiago Velez, co-founder of Block Digital and today’s co-host, are here to discuss the market moves. Plus, the New York Attorney General says ether is a security in a lawsuit, U.S. President Joe Biden wants to slap bitcoin miners with a 30% excise tax, and the U.S....
Silvergate to Liquidate: How the Crypto Industry Will Cope
March 09, 2023 20:29 - 48 minutesThe crypto-friendly U.S. bank Silvergate Capital has announced it will enter liquidation after suffering an exodus of clients following the FTX collapse. What does this mean for the crypto industry's access to banking? Ash Bennington is joined by Valkyrie Investments CEO Leah Wald and head of research Josh Olszewicz to discuss. Plus, did JPMorgan just drop Gemini as a client? And the NAV discount on Grayscale's GBTC has narrowed as judges question the SEC's opposition to a spot bitcoin ETF. L...
Why Binance's Continued Dominance Matters to You
March 08, 2023 19:34 - 52 minutesAs Binance’s market share grows for a fourth consecutive month, we’re left asking, is this good or bad for the crypto industry as a whole? Senior editor for Forbes, Michael del Castillo, joins Ash Bennington to break it all down. Plus, they examine what Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s congressional testimony means for crypto, and Ark Invest buying up more shares of Coinbase and Robinhood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Why FTX is Going After Grayscale’s Bitcoin
March 07, 2023 19:14 - 47 minutesFTX affiliate Alameda Research is suing Grayscale and its parent company DCG for access to hundreds of millions of dollars in bitcoin, alleging "exorbitant fees" and no way to redeem the shares - just as Grayscale heads to court itself to argue against the SEC's decision to deny converting GBTC into an ETF. Ash Bennington will be joined by Aron Woolman, portfolio manager at RenGen.io, and Jake Boyle, director of crypto brokerage Caleb & Brown, to discuss. Plus, the latest on Silvergate Capita...
The Crypto-Banking Crash: What Will Fill the Void?
March 06, 2023 19:55 - 52 minutesSilvergate Capital, the U.S. crypto-friendly bank, is shutting down its payments network, used by institutional investors to quickly move capital from and to crypto exchanges. As doubts over Silvergate’s continued survival continue to grow, we ask how the industry will cope and could fill the void (apparently Kraken is raising its hand). Plus, the Wall Street Journal casts fresh doubts on Binance.US’s independence from its international partner, and questions business practices at companies b...
Everything You Need/Want to Know About The RV Collective
March 05, 2023 10:00 - 16 minutesRaoul heard your questions and comments so he decided to film a quick video to help further break down all the key details surrounding The RV Collective and the upcoming NFT mints. From the artwork and artists, to allow lists and key dates, Raoul breaks it all down for you our valued community. Recorded on February 26, 2023. For more information on The RV Collective please visit www.realvision.com/collective Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
"I'M NEW HERE" is THE defining film about Web3 culture
March 04, 2023 10:00 - 55 minutesJoin us for an early look behind the curtains of the most exciting documentary produced about NFTs and Web3 to date, featuring everyone from the OGs to all the current leading artists and creators. Award-winning filmmaker Dan Sickles recently got bit by the crypto bug, and he’s gone deep. Raoul sits down with Dan to hear about his journey into crypto and why he decided to make the defining documentary about the space. Dan and Raoul discuss the power of community and memes and how Dan is tryin...
Operation Choke Point 2.0: How Crypto Can Fight Back
March 03, 2023 20:33 - 1 hourSilvergate Capital, one of few U.S. crypto-friendly banks, is buckling under pressure of dwindling capital, potential litigation and spooked clients. Is this an example of a coordinated effort by the Biden administration to cut crypto off from U.S. funds? Nic Carter, partner at Castle Island Ventures and the man who coined Operation Choke Point 2.0, joins Ash Bennington to discuss. On the news front, they’ll examine the new concerns swirling around Binance, mixed news for the Ethereum communi...
What "Crypto Are Securities" Means for You
March 02, 2023 19:53 - 55 minutesThe chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Gary Gensler, said in a recent interview that he thinks pretty much every crypto asset other than spot bitcoin is a security. If that thinking prevails, what consequences would it have for the industry? Ash Bennington is joined by Aaron Kaplan, a securities lawyer and the co-founder and co-CEO of the SEC-registered crypto trading platform Prometheum, to answer that question. Plus, Silvergate Capital's woes grow larger, the EU is worrie...
Your Crypto Taxes Don’t Have to Be a Nightmare
March 01, 2023 20:46 - 41 minutesLet's be honest: nobody likes to do their taxes (aside from accountants). And when the Tax Man comes for your crypto trades, the headache gets even worse. How can this process be simplified without falling afoul of the law? Ash Bennington asks Shane Brunette, the CEO of CryptoTaxCalculator. There's also crypto-related news: new regulation in France, another FTX insider pleads guilty, and Visa pushes back against a report that the company is stepping away from crypto. Learn more about your ad ...
Why New Custody Rules Are Stirring the Crypto Industry
February 28, 2023 19:22 - 58 minutesThere’s no rest for the weary at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, as the regulator continues to reshape the crypto space. Ash Bennington is joined by the CEO of BitGo, Mike Belshe, to dive deeper into the SEC’s proposed changes to digital asset custody. Nico Cordeiro, CIO at Strix Leviathan, also stops by to discuss the markets and the latest crypto news, including Coinbase delisting BUSD, Yuga Labs announcing a Bitcoin NFT project, and the annual results from DCG. Learn more abou...
Ethereum Staking Revolution Is Upon Us
February 27, 2023 20:28 - 55 minutesLiquid staking has overtaken lending as the second-largest sector in the DeFi space. Turns out, the upcoming Shanghai upgrade for Ethereum has a lot to do with it. Galaxy Digital research associate Christine Kim joins Ash Bennington to discuss the rise of staking through her report on Maximal Extractable Value (MEV). Plus, Solana suffers new outages, the IMF says a crypto ban is “not off the table,” and several Japanese conglomerates are working on a joint metaverse project. Then, we’ll hear ...