Final Settlement E010: A Nuclear Powered Bitcoin Standard with Ryan MacLeod
July 2, 2024
Final Settlement is a podcast from Onramp Media that explores the mechanics and applications of bitcoin. Hosts Brian Cubellis and Michael Tanguma speak with Ryan MacLeod about nuclear energy and bitcoin mining. Onramp produces the show for institutional investors and enthusiasts.
Final Settlement, a podcast from Onramp Media hosted by Brian Cubellis and Michael Tanguma, features Ryan MacLeod on the intersection of nuclear power and bitcoin. The conversation addresses misconceptions about nuclear power, the costs and benefits of power generation, safety concerns, small modular reactors, and synergies between bitcoin mining and nuclear energy. MacLeod notes his views are his own and not those of his employer. Final Settlement is editorial commentary and is not investment advice.
Chapters
0:00 - Introduction to Ryan MacLeod 8:17 - A message from Onramp 8:47 - Misconceptions around nuclear power 15:25 - Costs & benefits of power generation sources 27:07 - Safety concerns & risks of nuclear 37:58 - Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) 43:45 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 44:35 - Synergies between bitcoin mining & nuclear 50:39 - Orange-pilling the nuclear industry 54:04 - Vision of a hybrid power system on a bitcoin standard 1:02:58 - Political will & regulatory hurdles for nuclear power 1:05:24 - Resources & wrapping up 1:11:26 - Outro
Frequently Asked Questions
Who hosts Final Settlement E010 and who is the guest?
Brian Cubellis and Michael Tanguma of Onramp host the episode with guest Ryan MacLeod. Introductions begin at (0:00). MacLeod states his views are his own and not his employer's.
What misconceptions about nuclear power does the episode address?
Misconceptions around nuclear power are discussed at (8:47), followed by the costs and benefits of different generation sources at (15:25).
Does the episode cover small modular reactors?
Yes. Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) are discussed at (37:58), and safety concerns and risks of nuclear at (27:07).
How does the conversation connect bitcoin mining and nuclear energy?
Synergies between bitcoin mining and nuclear are covered at (44:35), along with a vision of a hybrid power system at (54:04). This is the guest's framing, not investment advice from Onramp.
This episode is editorial and educational content. Onramp does not provide tax, legal, or investment advice. Bitcoin is volatile and may lose value. Past performance does not guarantee future results.