✅ Ben Cowen Into The Cryptoverse Secrets

✅ He built a risk metric system to guide dynamic DCA strategy and avoid emotion-based investment decisions.

✅ He used skill stacking from other industries (like data science and physics) to carve a unique path in the crypto space.

✅ It is ideal to prioritize long-term portfolio health by valuing assets in Satoshis and focusing on macro fundamentals, not hype cycles.

Youtube: https://youtu.be/IP0YTy1py9I

🎙️ Episode Summary

In this special episode of the Explain Yourself podcast, Dana Howell sits down in person with Benjamin Cowen, the creator of Into The Cryptoverse, for an in-depth conversation on Bitcoin dominance, crypto risk metrics, and strategic long-term investing. Ben opens up about his transition from a Ph.D. in high-energy physics to full-time crypto analyst, breaking down how his scientific background helped him create widely-used crypto tools and develop analytical frameworks for market cycles. His unique data-driven approach helps retail investors avoid hype and make calculated decisions across different phases of the crypto market.

Listeners will gain insights into Ben’s custom-built tools such as the dynamic DCA system, risk charts for altcoins, modern portfolio theory for crypto, and “Does It Bleed?” charts comparing long-term asset performance. The episode also touches on the psychological challenge of pivoting careers, the discipline of avoiding short-term noise, and how narratives often follow price action—not the other way around. Whether you’re new to crypto or a seasoned investor, Ben’s approach to risk management and capital allocation in a volatile market offers timeless value.

❓ Notable Questions We Asked Benjamin Cowen

Q: What inspired you to launch Into The Cryptoverse while working in high-energy physics?

A: After watching altcoins bleed against Bitcoin, Ben used his analytical background to help others avoid common investing mistakes through data-driven charting and educational content.

Q: How do you structure your crypto portfolio using risk metrics?

A: Ben uses a custom risk score system from 0 to 1, implementing dynamic DCA—buying more at lower risk levels and scaling out at higher ones.

Q: What makes a cryptocurrency a “bleeder,” and how do you identify them?

A: A bleeder is an asset that consistently underperforms Bitcoin over time. Ben uses charts that show historical performance to filter out long-term underperformers like Litecoin.

Q: What are the biggest misconceptions about alt season and Bitcoin dominance?

A: Many believe alt season is tied to hype cycles, but Ben emphasizes macro monetary policy and historical dominance trends as the real drivers.

Q: How can investors apply modern portfolio theory to crypto?

A: Investors can balance BTC, ETH, and stablecoins based on their risk tolerance, adjusting expected return inputs to avoid underperformers and optimize long-term portfolio outcomes.

00:00 Intro

00:39 Into The Cryptoverse

01:46 Balancing Career and Crypto

02:48 Transition to Full-Time Crypto

06:47 Analyzing Crypto Data

09:45 Risk Metrics and Investment Strategies

14:41 Bitcoin Dominance and Market Trends

23:31 Modern Portfolio Theory in Crypto

29:55 Ethereum and Market Cycles

32:18 Diversifying into Other Asset Classes

32:44 Bullish on Gold: A Long-Term Perspective

34:07 Comparing Gold and Other Precious Metals

35:40 Risk Metrics and Investment Strategies

37:30 Crypto vs. Traditional Investments

39:20 Investment Decisions and Market Timing

47:43 Personal Interests and Hobbies

54:58 Behind the Scenes of Running a Channel

59:15 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events