The Orange Brick Road Podcast

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The Orange Brick Road Podcast is a show about cryptocurrency, by cryptocurrency experts, for people interested in cryptocurrency. Your host, Brandon Bartlett, explores all things Crypto by interviewing experts on their journey into the ever-expanding crypto world. Have you ever wanted to explore what crypto can do for you? Well… this podcast is for you. Have you ever been interested in future proofing your finance? This is your tribe. Have you ever wanted to shoot traditional finance in the face and float off into a magical place that you can call your own? …we can’t promise any magic, but we’ll certainly get close!You will find yourself questioning your financial affinities as Brandon and guests talk about the currency of the future. Welcome to The Orange Brick Road Podcast. Click here to download our free guide : https://buff.ly/3UzJ7gG15-reasons-people-dont-trust.../ 👉 Check out Orange Brick Road's website: https://orangebrickroad.com.au/ 👉Join our weekly Newsletter https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/PikXq7c0lOfU1aKYog2c 👉 Join our community and stay up to date: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Orangebrickroad WhatsApp https://chat.whatsapp.com/LZGAjPRWJdWAurwJxg1ZOu LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/orangebrickroad/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@orangebrickroad_ Twitter https://www.facebook.com/Orangebrickroad 👉 Get a free guide on why you should trust crypto: https://orangebrickroad.com.au/15-reasons-people-dont.../ #CryptoEducation, #CryptoBasics, #BullMarket, #BearMarket, #LearnCrypto, #CryptoAustralia, #OrangeBrickRoad, #CryptoStrategy, #CryptoInvesting, #FinancialFreedom, #FutureOfFinance, #BlockchainEducation, #CryptoForBeginners, #BlockchainFuture, #CryptoEducation, #DeFiRevolution, #IoTBlockchain, #SupplyChainInnovation, #CryptoConsulting, #orangebrickroad, #CryptoLearning, #BlockchainTechnology, #CryptoIndustry, #Bitcoin, #Crypto, #CryptoPodcast, #CryptoEducation, #LearnCrypto, #CryptoForBeginners, #BlockchainTechnology, #CryptoNews, #CryptoAustralia, #OrangeBrickRoad, #CryptoCommunity, #DigitalAssets, #CryptoStrategy, #DeFi, #CryptoInvesting, #FutureOfFinance, #CryptoTalk, #CryptoLearning, #BitcoinPodcast, #EthereumPodcast, #CryptoUpdates, #CryptoKnowledge

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May 2, 20261 hr 15 min

Real World Tokenisation RWA Hub

Send us Fan MailReal World Tokenisation is no longer theoretical — it’s happening right now, and Australia is part of the story. I’m joined by an incredible panel of industry leaders to unpack how tokenised real estate and on-chain finance are being built, adopted, and scaled in the real world.Hosted by Brandon Bartletthttps://www.orangebrickroad.com.auFeaturing:Julia Buchholz – CMO, BlocksquareAPAC Market Expert & Ambassadorhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/juliabuchholzMinnie Reynolds – Director, TecStack | Blocksquare BD Australiahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/minniereynoldsJacek Korneluk – Director, SpektrumLabsTokenising real estate developments — opportunities and structuringhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jacekkornelukKaroline Kolman – Chair, RWA Regional Hub PerthMarket sentiment and local engagement in tokenised assetshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/karoline-kolman-28ab5582Krzysztof Kieżun - CEO, CredelitDebt tokenisation and structured finance on-chainhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kiezunVu (Mike) Nguyen – PhD ResearcherTax & Blockchain insights shaping the futurehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vu-mike-nguyen-444609155What we do at Orange Brick Road in a 1 minute video. https://orangebrickroad.com.au/Book a free 15-minute consultation.https://calendly.com/brandon-orangebrickroad/15min-call Check out Orange Brick Road's website:https://orangebrickroad.com.au/Join our weekly Newsletter https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/.../PikXq7c0lOfU1aKYog2c Join our community and stay up to date:Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Orangebrickroad...

May 1, 20261 min

Bank vs. Bitcoin.

Send us Fan MailBank vs. Bitcoin.The illusion of central bank independence has shattered. With Australian inflation surging and the U.S. Fed Chair openly admitting that political pressure is compromising their neutrality, the fragility of the fiat system has never been more apparent.We are watching a structural shift. While traditional institutions struggle with unsustainable debt and political mandates, Bitcoin continues to operate as the ultimate sovereign technology—neutral, permissionless, and resistant to the devaluation inherent in fiat currency.In my latest article, I explore why Bitcoin fiat stability is becoming the essential foundation for wealth preservation in this new, volatile economic reality.👉 Read full article:https://orangebrickroad.com.au/bitcoin-fiat-stability-why-fiat-is-failing/👉 LinkedIn Discussion:https://www.linkedin.com/posts/orangebrickroad_bitcoin-inflation-centralbanks-activity-7455778490383228928-UGBN#BankVsBitcoin #Bitcoin #Inflation #CentralBanks #Fiat #MacroEconomics #WealthPreservation #FinancialLiteracy #CryptoInvesting #BitcoinFiatStability #OrangeBrickRoad@orangebrickroad @Bitcoin @FEDeralReserve @australianbureauofstatisticsWhat we do at Orange Brick Road in a 1 minute video. https://orangebrickroad.com.au/Book a free 15-minute consultation.https://calendly.com/brandon-orangebrickroad/15min-call Check out Orange Brick Road's website:https://orangebrickroad.com.au/Join our weekly Newsletter https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/.../PikXq7c0lOfU1aKYog2c Join our community and stay up to date:Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Orangebrickroad...

April 22, 20261 min

Aave just got hit by a massive DeFi exploit — and it’s another reminder that yield is never free.

Send us Fan MailWhat looked like a problem in one part of the stack quickly turned into a much bigger risk across DeFi. That’s the reality of bridges, collateral, liquid staking and composable protocols: when one layer fails, the ripple effects can be huge.In my latest article, I break down:What happened in the Aave exploitWhy DeFi protocols keep getting exposedReal examples of how these failures happenA practical checklist to help you avoid putting money into high-risk projects that can wipe you outIf you’re investing in DeFi, this is one to read before you chase the next APY.Read full article:Bloghttps://orangebrickroad.com.au/aave-300m-defi-exploit-how-to/LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/pulse/defi-can-still-blow-up-what-aave-exploit-taught-us-brandon-bartlett-e8czc#DeFi #Aave #CryptoSecurity #CryptoRisk #SmartContracts #Ethereum #Web3 #Blockchain #CryptoInvesting #YieldFarming #LiquidStaking #CrossChain #CryptoEducation #OrangeBrickRoad@aave @ethereum @LayerZero_CoreWhat we do at Orange Brick Road in a 1 minute video. https://orangebrickroad.com.au/Book a free 15-minute consultation.https://calendly.com/brandon-orangebrickroad/15min-call Check out Orange Brick Road's website:https://orangebrickroad.com.au/Join our weekly Newsletter https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/.../PikXq7c0lOfU1aKYog2c Join our community and stay up to date:Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Orangebrickroad...

April 18, 20261 min

“16 Cryptos Just Got the Green Light – Are Yours on the List?”

Send us Fan MailThe SEC and CFTC have just flipped the script on crypto regulation in 2026.For the first time, sixteen major cryptocurrencies – including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana and XRP – are officially treated as digital commodities, not securities.That means clearer rules, less “are my coins in trouble?” noise, and a stronger case for crypto in portfolios, SMSFs and institutional money.It also pushes back on the old idea that “everything is a security,” which has been scaring investors and choking innovation for years.If you want this decoded in plain English, I’ve broken it all down for you:what a digital commodity actually is, which 16 assets made the list, and what this could mean for your next move in the market.Read the full blog on Orange Brick Road:https://orangebrickroad.com.au/digital-commodities-crypto-sec-cftc-2026/And read the full LinkedIn newsletter breakdown:https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/from-grey-zone-green-light-16-crypto-assets-now-classed-bartlett-my8qc#CryptoNews #Bitcoin #Ethereum #XRP #Solana #Altcoins #CryptoRegulation #DigitalCommodities #CryptoLaw #CryptoInvesting #CryptoEducation #OrangeBrickRoad #BrandonBartlett What we do at Orange Brick Road in a 1 minute video. https://orangebrickroad.com.au/Book a free 15-minute consultation.https://calendly.com/brandon-orangebrickroad/15min-call Check out Orange Brick Road's website:https://orangebrickroad.com.au/Join our weekly Newsletter https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/.../PikXq7c0lOfU1aKYog2c Join our community and stay up to date:Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Orangebrickroad...

April 11, 20260 min

Stay ahead of the next crypto wave!

Send us Fan MailGet expert insights, Aussie market updates, and the week’s biggest blockchain news — straight to your inbox. Don’t just watch the market — understand it.👉 Join the Crypto Newsletter from @OrangeBrickRoad today!📨 Subscribe now: https://orangebrickroad.eo.page/news#CryptoNews #BlockchainAustralia #Bitcoin #Ethereum #DeFi #CryptoTrends #Newsletter #CryptoEducation #CryptoInvesting #Web3 #AussieCrypto #CryptoCommunityWhat we do at Orange Brick Road in a 1 minute video. https://orangebrickroad.com.au/Book a free 15-minute consultation.https://calendly.com/brandon-orangebrickroad/15min-call Check out Orange Brick Road's website:https://orangebrickroad.com.au/Join our weekly Newsletter https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/.../PikXq7c0lOfU1aKYog2c Join our community and stay up to date:Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Orangebrickroad...

April 9, 20261 min

Everyone loves a good mystery – and in crypto, there’s none bigger than Satoshi Nakamoto.

Send us Fan MailThis week, the New York Times has a new angle: maybe Bitcoin’s creator is Adam Back, the cypherpunk behind Hashcash and CEO of Blockstream. It’s a great headline. But just like every Satoshi story before it, there’s still no cryptographic proof. No signed message, no coins moved from Satoshi‑era wallets.In my latest article, I break down why Adam Back is in the frame, run through the other usual suspects – Nick Szabo, Hal Finney, Dorian Nakamoto, Craig Wright and more – and explain what real proof would actually look like. Most importantly, I look at what this means for Bitcoin’s price and your strategy. Spoiler: identity speculation is mostly noise. The real market mover would be Satoshi‑linked coins moving on‑chain, not another newspaper theory.If you want a clear, no‑hype take on the Satoshi mystery and where you should really be focusing as an investor or SMSF trustee, read the full article .Blog: https://orangebrickroad.com.au/new-york-times-finds-satoshi-not/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/orangebrickroad_bitcoin-satoshinakamoto-cryptomyths-activity-7447812363891810305-QOFyOr visit orangebrickroad.com.au for everything in crypto.#Bitcoin, #SatoshiNakamoto, #CryptoMyths, #CryptoEducation, #CryptoInvesting, #CryptoNews, #MacroCrypto, #AustralianInvestors, #SMSF, #OrangeBrickRoad, @coindesk, @Cointelegraph, @blockstreamWhat we do at Orange Brick Road in a 1 minute video. https://orangebrickroad.com.au/Book a free 15-minute consultation.https://calendly.com/brandon-orangebrickroad/15min-call Check out Orange Brick Road's website:https://orangebrickroad.com.au/Join our weekly Newsletter https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/.../PikXq7c0lOfU1aKYog2c Join our community and stay up to date:Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Orangebrickroad...

April 7, 20261 min

Crypto markets are lining up at some key levels right now.

Send us Fan Mail60 second crypto news bought to you by www.orangebrickroad.com.auCrypto markets are lining up at some key levels right now.In my latest breakdown, I cover:Bitcoin back above its moving averages but still stuck in a rangeEthereum grinding higher into resistance as we head into its next big upgrade cycleMajors like BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE and ADA coiling between clear support and resistanceWhy HYPE is still one of the stronger DeFi chartsHow NEAR just quietly led large‑caps with an 8% weekend jumpIf you want a clear, no‑hype map of the crypto price levels to watch into Q2 2026, this one’s for you.👉 Read full article:Blog: https://orangebrickroad.com.au/crypto-price-levels-to-watch/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/crypto-price-levels-watch-btc-eth-majors-nears-8-weekend-bartlett-nxpsc#CryptoPriceLevels #CryptoNews #Bitcoin #Ethereum #Altcoins #NEARProtocol #DeFi #AICrypto #TechnicalAnalysis #SupportAndResistance #CryptoMarkets #AustralianInvestors #SMSF #MarketUpdate @Cointelegraph @CoinDeskWhat we do at Orange Brick Road in a 1 minute video. https://orangebrickroad.com.au/Book a free 15-minute consultation.https://calendly.com/brandon-orangebrickroad/15min-call Check out Orange Brick Road's website:https://orangebrickroad.com.au/Join our weekly Newsletter https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/.../PikXq7c0lOfU1aKYog2c Join our community and stay up to date:Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Orangebrickroad...

April 1, 20261 min

Ethereum’s Glamsterdam Upgrade: The 2026 Scalability Shock Investors Aren’t Pricing In

Send us Fan MailEthereum’s Glamsterdam Upgrade: The 2026 Scalability Shock Investors Aren’t Pricing InRead Full articleBog, https://orangebrickroad.com.au/ethereums-glamsterdam-upgrade-can-junes-next-eth-rally/LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/ethereums-glamsterdam-upgrade-could-june-throughput-shock-bartlett-sp3scEthereum’s biggest upgrade since The Merge is getting closer – and almost nobody outside dev circles is paying attention yet. The 2026 Glamsterdam hard fork aims to supercharge Ethereum’s base layer with higher gas limits, parallel execution and enshrined PBS, pushing throughput toward 10,000 TPS in optimal conditions while cutting fees and cleaning up MEV and block building.In my latest article, I break down what Glamsterdam actually changes, why H1 2026 (with June as the working window) matters for ETH, Layer 2s and DeFi, and how investors and SMSF trustees can think about positioning into this upgrade cycle.If you want a plain‑English guide to Ethereum’s next big leap and the potential market impact, read the full article – link in the description.#Ethereum #Glamsterdam #ETH #DeFi #Layer2 #Web3 #Fyp #BlockchainScaling #CryptoInvesting #OnChain #SMSF #AustraliaWhat we do at Orange Brick Road in a 1 minute video. https://orangebrickroad.com.au/Book a free 15-minute consultation.https://calendly.com/brandon-orangebrickroad/15min-call Check out Orange Brick Road's website:https://orangebrickroad.com.au/Join our weekly Newsletter https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/.../PikXq7c0lOfU1aKYog2c Join our community and stay up to date:Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Orangebrickroad...

March 31, 20261 min

Bitcoin’s Worst Q1 in Years: What If This Is the Bottom?

Send us Fan MailBitcoin has just posted one of its weakest first quarters in years, and a lot of investors are asking the same question: is this the start of another crypto winter, or are we actually closer to a bottom than it feels?In my latest Orange Brick Road content, I break down what’s really driving this drawdown, where the most interesting growth is actually happening — in stablecoins, tokenisation, derivatives and infrastructure — and what this all means for everyday investors and SMSF trustees with a long‑term view.If you want a clear, no‑hype take on where Bitcoin and the broader crypto stack could be heading next, read the full article and newsletter below 👇Read blog ➜ https://orangebrickroad.com.au/crypto-market-bottom-2026-bitcoin-q1/Read LinkedIn newsletter ➜ https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/has-bitcoin-finally-found-bottom-after-brutal-quarter-bartlett-amtrcWhat we do at Orange Brick Road in a 1 minute video. https://orangebrickroad.com.au/Book a free 15-minute consultation.https://calendly.com/brandon-orangebrickroad/15min-call Check out Orange Brick Road's website:https://orangebrickroad.com.au/Join our weekly Newsletter https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/.../PikXq7c0lOfU1aKYog2c Join our community and stay up to date:Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Orangebrickroad...

March 30, 20261 min

Right now, crypto markets are being driven by three big forces

Send us Fan MailCrypto isn’t just about charts this week – it’s about war, regulation, and where the big money is actually moving.In my latest breakdown, I cover:How the Iran conflict and elevated oil prices are pushing markets into risk‑off mode and putting pressure on BitcoinWhy new US bills like the Digital Asset PARITY Act, UK sanctions, and Canada’s proposed ban on crypto political donations could change the rules of the gameWhat MicroStrategy, Lido DAO, Mastercard and others are really signalling with their latest movesWhich narratives and assets are actually trending right now – from CORE and Bitcoin to Pudgy Penguins and HYPEIf you want a clear, no‑hype snapshot of what’s really driving crypto into Q2 2026 – and what it means for your investing, trading, or SMSF strategy – this one’s for you.👉 Read Full Article:Blog: https://orangebrickroad.com.au/trending-in-crypto-war-regulation-and-big-money-moves/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/crypto-news-march-29-2026-war-regulation-big-money-moves-bartlett-5jejc#CryptoNews #Bitcoin #CryptoMarkets #Geopolitics #CryptoRegulation #Stablecoins #InstitutionalCrypto #DeFi #AICrypto #AustralianInvestors #SMSF #MarketUpdate #MacroCrypto #CryptoEducation #FypWhat we do at Orange Brick Road in a 1 minute video. https://orangebrickroad.com.au/Book a free 15-minute consultation.https://calendly.com/brandon-orangebrickroad/15min-call Check out Orange Brick Road's website:https://orangebrickroad.com.au/Join our weekly Newsletter https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/.../PikXq7c0lOfU1aKYog2c Join our community and stay up to date:Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Orangebrickroad...