Podcast Summary
Podcast: The Wolf Of All Streets
Host: Scott Melker
Episode: Time to Buy Bitcoin? Only 150 Days Left At These Levels!
Date: February 10, 2026
Guests: Andrew & Tillman (full names not provided)
Overview
In this episode, Scott Melker explores whether now is a critical time to accumulate Bitcoin before prices move permanently higher. Drawing on historical market cycles, technical signals, and macro factors, the conversation dissects current Bitcoin price action, the evolving influence of Wall Street, volatility, ETF products, and strategies for holding and accumulating Bitcoin through coming turbulence. The tone balances humor and deep market insight, mixing banter with actionable advice for investors of all sizes.
Main Themes and Key Topics
- Bitcoin’s Market Cycle & The “150 Days” Thesis
- Wall Street’s Newfound Control and the Rise of Synthetic Bitcoin Products
- Volatility, ETF Options, and Covered Calls
- Accumulation Mindsets and Practical Investor Strategies
- The Rise (and Dead-Ends) of Bitcoin Treasury Companies
- The Importance of Volatility and How Institutions Profit
- Tokenization, Stablecoins, and Macro Shifts in Global Finance
- Diversification, Hedging, and How to Ride Out the Swings
- Call-outs and Crypto Twitter Feuds
- Upcoming Conferences & Community Gatherings
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Bitcoin's Price: Is “Now” the Last Chance to Buy at These Levels?
- Scott Melker opens with a reference to historic technical signals:
- “Bitcoin’s oversold RSI on the weekly chart for only the fifth time ever... which has only happened at bottoms.” [02:00]
- He cites analyst Matzy’s theory: “Start the clock. We’ve got 150 to 250 days to accumulate as much bitcoin as possible.” [02:00]
- Scott frames this as a unique, possibly final window for accumulation before an extended bull run.
2. Wall Street’s Control and Structural Shifts
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Tillman emphasizes the structural evolution:
- “I watched—the first cycle was controlled by miners, second cycle miners, third cycle ICOs and exchanges, and now firmly Wall Street.” [03:33]
- “There’s more money in [synthetic Bitcoin products] than in spot right now in terms of activity, trading volume, inflows...” [05:40]
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The group agrees: ETFs, paper Bitcoin, and Wall Street levers drive swings, not just simple supply/demand.
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Quote:
- “If you keep powder dry, dips are an advantage. When everyone has to have liquidity and are forced to sell, that is the best time to buy any asset.” – Tillman [03:02]
3. Volatility is a Feature, Not a Bug
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Andrew describes recent wild price swings:
- BlackRock’s ETF options market is “a massive, massive market...these products are used to squeeze both to the downside and upside.” [06:11]
- “We went down to 60 and immediately went up to 71 within...less than 24 hours.” [07:20]
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Multiple speakers explain how volatility can and will work both ways.
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Memorable analogy:
- “You want volatility to the max. Why? Because you can yield farm it. You can create income off of it. The wealthiest people I know play covered call strategies very effectively and they call it the rich man’s game.” – Tillman [13:07]
4. Practical Approach to Dips and Accumulation
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Andrew reframes buying BTC:
- “I don’t view it anymore as buying bitcoin. I view it as putting money into my savings account.” [21:06]
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Tillman’s perspective:
- “The people who are disappointed or frustrated...shift your focus to how you can generate more worthless dollars and buy cheaper bitcoin. That will cure you.” [09:44]
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Smart money vs. retail:
- “All the small wallets are getting forced to liquidate right now. That should tell us a lot in terms of what people really think about where the price is going.” [11:25]
5. Rise and Risks of Bitcoin Treasury Companies
- Scott and Andrew recount the craze for corporate “Bitcoin treasuries”:
- “There’s 40, you know, Bitcoin treasury companies that are starting at the Bitcoin conference. 40! How can all those be successful?” [15:51]
- “They chose a route...predicated on debt and Wall Street’s understanding of bitcoin. Not very sustainable over long periods.” – Tillman [19:55]
6. Diversification and Hedging
- Tillman shares portfolio strategy tips inspired by Mark Yusko:
- “The diversification of capital is the answer to your woes...If you equally weight across all those sectors, the ones that do well do so well they more than pay for the losers.” [22:50]
- Discussion around using options, structured products, and algorithmic hedging to smooth ride through volatility:
- “On days like Friday, you make a ton on the yield, but...you lost on your bitcoin. That’s the nature of diversification.” [43:26]
7. Macro: Tokenization, Stablecoins, Changing World Finance
- Scott highlights the “tokenized US Treasury market cap surpassing $10 billion” and the huge jump in stablecoin volume on Solana. [32:29]
- Global macro shifting:
- “The safe haven of the traditional assets...those paradigms are shifting. You need a fresh look at what you’re putting your money in because I think emerging markets are back and...bonds may be dead, equities may be dead.” – Tillman [33:20]
8. Crypto Twitter Drama: James Wynn Feud
- Scott shares a humorous anecdote:
- “James Wynn called Scott a bitch yesterday for suggesting DCA. Pretty funny exchange.” [47:02]
- “If you have ever watched me, I literally say dollar cost average into bitcoin on a really long time frame...never use leverage.” [47:36]
- Group banter about “engagement farming” and the theatrical nature of crypto influencers. [49:05 & 49:45]
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
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"Bitcoin’s oversold RSI on the weekly chart for only the fifth time ever…not something that happens very often and has only happened at bottoms."
– Scott Melker [02:00] -
“Wall Street has all these synthetics... Just follow how much liquidation dollars happen with these violent moves and you’ll get a very clear picture... You always follow the smart money...”
– Tillman [04:15, 11:25] -
“Any fear, anything that causes you fear when you hold an asset should cause you pause. But the answer lies in your allocation percentage.”
– Tillman [22:50] -
"I just want to own more bitcoin and not sit on cash in my bank account. So when I have the extra money...I move it into my bitcoin savings account... It's a different framing."
– Scott Melker [21:06] -
"BlackRock's not a small organization, guys. If they think that options market is of scale...to take in huge institutional dollars...that’s all you need to know."
– Andrew [12:12] -
“We think the way to rebuild the middle class in America is for every small business to use Bitcoin as a savings account.”
– Tillman [38:19] -
“All the small wallets are getting forced to liquidate right now... always follow the smart money. Well, smart money’s buying when there’s blood in the streets.”
– Tillman [11:25] -
"Calls about President buying Bitcoin at 60k to fill the strategic bitcoin reserve... that's just remarkably not serious."
– Andrew [26:28] -
"If you were just a SAT stacker...you lost in your primary holdings. But if you were a trader and you knew how to hedge, you gained a lot in yield."
– Tillman [43:26] -
"There’s a new train leaving the station every single day... start betting standing at the station and betting on every train, the winners...pay for your losers."
– Tillman [43:26]
Timestamps for Important Segments
- [02:00] Bitcoin’s weekly RSI: technical “bottom” signal, the 150-250 day accumulation window
- [03:33] How control of Bitcoin markets shifted from miners to Wall Street/ETFs
- [05:40] Wall Street, ETFs, and the impact of paper Bitcoin
- [06:11] BlackRock’s ETF options, giant swings, and how volatility can cut both ways
- [09:44] Accumulation strategies: viewing dips as an opportunity, psychological reframing
- [13:07] Covered call strategies, volatility as opportunity for the rich
- [21:06] “Savings account” mindset vs. “buying” mindset for Bitcoin
- [32:29] Tokenized US Treasuries and stablecoin use on Solana and macro financial trends
- [43:26] The trade-off of “sat stacking” vs. trading/yield farming strategies
- [47:02] Crypto Twitter feud: Scott’s “James Wynn” DCA controversy
- [38:19] Using business income—like soda sales—to DCA Bitcoin “risklessly”
- [49:05] Satirical hot takes on influencer culture, “engagement farming” criticism
- [54:02 onward] Recap of upcoming conference plans, closing banter
Conclusion
This episode provides a roadmap for understanding the current Bitcoin market from both retail and institutional perspectives. With historical context, an eye on the technicals, and insight into the levers pulling Bitcoin’s price, it’s a lively, wisdom-packed discussion for investors wondering how and when to position for the next big move. The advice to “view Bitcoin as a savings account” rather than a speculation—and to stay diversified—anchors the show, while lighthearted feuds and upcoming conference plans keep it entertaining for listeners of all experience levels.
