#18 Sam Roberts (Part 3) The Tax Trap, the Pound’s Future, and the Rise of Bitcoin Treasury Companies
In this episode, Dan and Sam Roberts dive into one of the most important conversations in UK finance right now — the dynamic between rising taxes, falling productivity, and what happens when a government edges itself into a corner.From the Laffer Curve to the realities of government spending, they examine why markets react the way they do, why wealth moves the way it does, and why an increasing number of individuals, companies, and even charities are preparing for a world where the pound may not hold its value in the way it used to.They explore:– The unintended consequences of tax rises– Why mobility of capital matters more than ever– What happens when governments hit the limits of money printing– How businesses can build resilience in a devaluing currency environment– The rapid evolution of Bitcoin treasury companies, and why 2025 has been a turning pointIt’s a grounded, insightful conversation for advisers trying to make sense of the economic direction of travel. No sensationalism — simply clear thinking on complex issues, and a look at the strategies that may matter most in the years ahead. Enquire about P1 Investments here - marketing.p1-im.co.uk/bitcoinifa Website - www.thebitcoinifa.com We always recommend watching ‘What’s the Problem’ by Joe Bryan: https://bit.ly/jbwtp DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for FCA-authorised financial advisers only and is not for retail clients. The views expressed in this content, and all other content on this channel, are those of the individuals speaking and do not constitute financial advice or a recommendation to invest in any product, asset, or strategy — including those discussed in sponsored segments. This content is for educational purposes only. Always do your own research and consider all relevant risks before making any investment decisions.
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#17 From Skepticism to Strategy: Bringing Bitcoin Into Regulated Advice
In this episode of The Bitcoin IFA, we sit down with Dominic McLoughney, Chartered Financial Planner at Becketts, to explore how financial advisers can navigate the fast-evolving world of Bitcoin within the framework of regulated advice.Dom shares his journey from initial scepticism to becoming one of his firm’s leading voices on digital assets. Together, we discuss the education gap, the regulatory grey areas, and why the FCA’s recent moves may reshape how advisers talk about — and eventually allocate to — Bitcoin.It’s a candid, nuanced conversation about trust, bias, risk, and opportunity in the advisory profession — and what it really takes to guide clients responsibly in a new asset class. Enquire about P1 Investments here - marketing.p1-im.co.uk/bitcoinifa Website - www.thebitcoinifa.com We always recommend watching ‘What’s the Problem’ by Joe Bryan: https://bit.ly/jbwtp DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for FCA-authorised financial advisers only and is not for retail clients. The views expressed in this content, and all other content on this channel, are those of the individuals speaking and do not constitute financial advice or a recommendation to invest in any product, asset, or strategy — including those discussed in sponsored segments. This content is for educational purposes only. Always do your own research and consider all relevant risks before making any investment decisions.
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#16 Duncan Moir of 21Shares on the FCA’s Crypto ETN Ban Lift
In this episode of The Bitcoin IFA Podcast, Dan speaks with Duncan Moir, President of 21Shares and former Head of Digital Assets at Aberdeen, about the FCA’s decision to lift its ban on crypto ETNs.They explore what this landmark change means for UK advisers and investors, how regulated access to Bitcoin and Ethereum ETNs will evolve, and why 21Shares believes this marks a pivotal moment for crypto’s place in traditional portfolios.21Shares Website Enquire about P1 Investments here - marketing.p1-im.co.uk/bitcoinifa Website - www.thebitcoinifa.com We always recommend watching ‘What’s the Problem’ by Joe Bryan: https://bit.ly/jbwtp DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for FCA-authorised financial advisers only and is not for retail clients. The views expressed in this content, and all other content on this channel, are those of the individuals speaking and do not constitute financial advice or a recommendation to invest in any product, asset, or strategy — including those discussed in sponsored segments. This content is for educational purposes only. Always do your own research and consider all relevant risks before making any investment decisions.
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#15 Sam Roberts (Part 2) on Bitcoin, Inflation, and the End of Easy Money
In this Part 2 episode, host Dan sits down again with Sam Roberts, Director of Investments at Cartwright Pension Trusts — and one of the first in the UK to place Bitcoin within a pension fund.Together, they explore why Bitcoin continues to rise in value when measured in fiat, and what that reveals about money, power, and freedom. From gold and proof-of-work to the Cantillon Effect and central bank control, this conversation unpacks why the hardest money ever invented may also be the fairest.They discuss:Why fiat currencies always lose purchasing powerHow inflation benefits the few and hurts the manyThe centuries-old lessons of gold, salt, and “worthless beads”The modern-day Cantillon Effect and asset inflationThe rise of digital ID and CBDCs — and why they’re a warningWhy Bitcoin represents both a hedge and an act of self-sovereignty“Don’t wait for your government to save you. You’ll be waiting a long time.” — Sam Roberts🎧 A must-listen for anyone questioning the monetary system, or wondering why “fixed supply” might be the most powerful idea of our time. Enquire about P1 Investments here - marketing.p1-im.co.uk/bitcoinifa Website - www.thebitcoinifa.com We always recommend watching ‘What’s the Problem’ by Joe Bryan: https://bit.ly/jbwtp DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for FCA-authorised financial advisers only and is not for retail clients. The views expressed in this content, and all other content on this channel, are those of the individuals speaking and do not constitute financial advice or a recommendation to invest in any product, asset, or strategy — including those discussed in sponsored segments. This content is for educational purposes only. Always do your own research and consider all relevant risks before making any investment decisions.
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#14 When Pensions Meet Bitcoin: Sam Roberts on Risk, Models & Sound Money
In this episode of The Bitcoin IFA, Dan is joined by Sam Roberts, Director of Investments at Cartwright, where he helps pension schemes and institutions manage their long-term investments.The conversation begins with the limits of financial models and why they often break down when real-world behaviour takes over. From there, Sam and Dan dive into how an ever-debasing currency reshapes incentives, reduces quality, and distorts markets. They explore Austrian versus Keynesian views of the economy, before turning to why Bitcoin may offer a fundamentally better alternative than gold.Most compelling of all, Sam shares how these ideas moved from theory into practice — with a pension scheme making its first allocation to Bitcoin under his guidance. It’s a story that highlights both the risks and the asymmetric opportunities now confronting institutional investors.This episode bridges the world of pensions and investments with the disruptive force of Bitcoin — offering professional insight, contrarian thinking, and a rare inside look at what institutional adoption really looks like. Enquire about P1 Investments here - marketing.p1-im.co.uk/bitcoinifa Website - www.thebitcoinifa.com We always recommend watching ‘What’s the Problem’ by Joe Bryan: https://bit.ly/jbwtp DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for FCA-authorised financial advisers only and is not for retail clients. The views expressed in this content, and all other content on this channel, are those of the individuals speaking and do not constitute financial advice or a recommendation to invest in any product, asset, or strategy — including those discussed in sponsored segments. This content is for educational purposes only. Always do your own research and consider all relevant risks before making any investment decisions.
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