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Try That in a Small Town Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 70:13

Dans cet épisode de CHEFS D'ENTREPRISE-S, on reçoit Benoît Haran, cofondateur du traiteur Collé Braisé et partenaire de Central Chapelle, le nouveau lieu hybride food, culture et sport ouvert au sein de l'Adidas Arena à Paris.Benoît grandit près du Mans dans une famille qui reçoit beaucoup. Pourtant, enfant, il n'a rien d'un foodista. Sa vraie passion, c'est la musique. Il part à Lille, devient barman, se plonge dans l'électro, puis rejoint Paris où il passe dix ans agent et promoteur de musique.Le confinement change tout. Il redécouvre la cuisine à travers des tutoriels YouTube, jusqu'à passer des semaines à chercher le gnocchi parfait. À la sortie du Covid, il se lance en auto-entrepreneur, cuisine pour son réseau musical, puis fonde Collé Braisé avec son associé Yann N'songan.Quelques années plus tard, ses anciens employeurs le rappellent pour imaginer Central Chapelle, un lieu de 3 500 mètres carrés mêlant restaurants, club et programmation culturelle. Il en devient naturellement la référence food.Un épisode sur la reconversion, la confiance qu'on accorde à son enthousiasme, et cette conviction qu'on ne grandit jamais seul.Cet épisode existe grâce au soutien de notre partenaire LightSpeed, une solution ultra efficace pour les professionnels qu'on vous invite à découvrir ici !

S E117: From High School Dropout to Dropping Bombs with Brad Lea :: Ep 117 Try That in a Small Town Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 114:28

Brad Lea joins the Try That in a Small Town podcast and absolutely unloads. From building Lightspeed and the Dropping Bombs brand to calling out weak mindsets, traditional gender roles, AI-written songs, government lies, moon landings, flat earth rabbit holes, COVID vaccines, and “dipshitty of the week” — nothing is off limits.Hear how a high school dropout built a training empire, why mindset, skill set, and habits are the real cheat codes, why most people quietly choose to stay broke, and how social media, politics, and conspiracies all tie back to belief and personal responsibility. This one is part masterclass, part bar fight.3:34 “I'm not an influencer” – building real businesses vs being a personality4:12 Inventing Lightspeed: from broke sales trainer to training software pioneer7:00 Eight years to “overnight success” and almost missing payroll9:01 Mission: getting knowledge from people who have it to people who need it10:01 Aladoxophobia – fear of other people's opinions13:40 From high school dropout to employing PhDs and MBAs15:10 Commission, mindset, skills, habits: Brad's simple formula for getting rich18:24 Content machine: cameras, social media, and “you are the content”21:10 Helping broke people vs rich people and why most never change23:33 Tough love: self-worth, appearance, and being judged in real life28:16 Choices, free will, and why most people pick misery without realizing it31:06 College, AI, and why relationships matter more than degrees37:19 “The right woman wants a king” – Brad's take on marriage and money41:17 Would he let his wife work for another man? Lines, loyalty, and control44:32 Ambition, freeloaders, and “who raised your ass?”52:01 Perseverance in music: staying in line until the song finally gets cut57:27 Transgender sports, common sense, and cultural insanity1:04:08 AI music, Suno, fake artists, and how writers are really using AI1:10:03 Borders, wasteful spending, and why “we the people” have no eject button1:18:04 Aliens, disclosure, and weird Florida mall footage1:21:18 Did we land on the moon? Brad's problems with the footage and story1:29:03 Scripture, luminaries, and why some people flirt with flat earth1:34:34 God, intelligent design, and what we actually know1:35:34 Dipshitty of the Week: waiters, nose pickers, left‑lane campers, and mashed potatoes guys1:43:48 Willie's weed drink, alcohol, and getting older1:47:01 COVID, vaccines, pressure in entertainment, and not trusting the government1:53:36 Wrap‑up: bombs dropped, minds blown, and thanks to Brad LeaFollow Brad:www.bradlea.comwww.droppingbombs.com______________________________________________________________________________________________SPONSORS: The Try That in a Small Town Podcast is powered by e|spaces!Redefining Coworking - Exceptional Office Space for Every BusinessBook a tour today at espaces.comFrom the Patriot Mobile studios:Don't get fooled by other cellular providers pretending to share your values or have the same coverage. They don't and they can't!Go to PATRIOTMOBILE.COM/SMALLTOWN or call 972-PATRIOTRight now, get a FREE MONTH when you use the offer code SMALLTOWN.Original Brands - Our original sponsor since the beginning!!Original brands is starting a new era and American domestic premium beer, American made, American owned, Original glory.Join the movement at www.drinkoriginalbrands.comPeacemaker Coffee CompanyFounded by retired police officer/chief Chris Morris, Peacemaker delivers clean, low-acidity coffee while supporting police, firefighters, EMS, military, veterans, teachers, dispatchers, and medical personnel through donations and programs.www.trythatinasmalltowncoffee.com________________________________________________________________________________________________Follow/Rate/Share at www.trythatinasmalltown.com -For advertising inquiries, email info@trythatinasmalltown.comProduced by Jim McCarthy and www.ItsYourShow.coSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

CHEFS D'ENTREPRISE-S - MATHIEU LIMON

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2026 59:26

Dans cet épisode de CHEFS D'ENTREPRISE-S, on reçoit Mathieu Limon, chef d'entreprise et fondateur des restaurants Petit Commines et Comme Chai Toi, deux restaurants bistronomiques parisiens et sociétés à mission.Il n'est pas un entrepreneur comme les autres : il ne vient pas nous parler de marges ou de leviers de croissance, mais de valeurs, de sens et de la place de l'humain dans l'entreprise.Mathieu grandit à Versailles dans un milieu aisé mais vit son éducation comme un carcan. À 18 ans, il rompt avec sa famille et part en Corse pour faire la plonge dans un restaurant. Il enchaîne les expériences, change de poste tous les six mois pour varier les expériences, jusqu'à ouvrir Le Petit Commines à 23 ans avec Flavien Carucci.Les débuts sont violents : un dégât des eaux, des mois de travail acharné puis un échec entrepreneurial qui lui coûte 250 000 euros et deux années de redressement. De cette épreuve naît une conviction forte : refuser la rentabilité à tout prix, choisir le produit frais et local et payer ses équipes avec justesse.Un épisode sur la reconversion, la construction d'un modèle économique plus juste et cette conviction qu'on ne réussit jamais seul.Cet épisode existe grâce au soutien de notre partenaire LightSpeed, une solution ultra efficace pour les professionnels qu'on vous invite à découvrir ici !

The Future of Onchain Collateral | Misha Putiatin

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026 50:02

Gm! In today's episode, we're joined by Misha Putiatin, Co-Founder of Symbiotic, to discuss the evolution of shared collateral infrastructure, the launch of Core V2, and the future of bringing real-world assets onchain. We also cover liquidity, composability, risk management, compliance challenges, institutional adoption, and Symbiotic's roadmap for expanding collateral markets and DeFi integrations. Enjoy! -- Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://x.com/Lightspeedpodhq Follow Symbiotic: https://x.com/Symbioticfi Follow Misha: https://x.com/Psalom Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QHlbNTNS4gc1ZTVh -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (1:14) Misha's Crypto Origin (6:38) Beyond Shared Security (9:32) Permissionless Collateral Markets (13:02) Core V2 Explained (16:15) Unlocking RWA Liquidity (22:04) Making RWAs Composable (31:09) Managing Collateral Risk (40:30) Symbiotic's Next Milestones (48:10) Closing Comments -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

20VC: Why Now is the Time for the Application Layer | Why OpenAI & Anthropic Won't Win the App Layer | Why Startups Should be TokenMaxxing | Why VCs Should Reduce Weighting on Price & Ownership in an Age of AI with Mike Mignano, USV

The Twenty Minute VC: Venture Capital | Startup Funding | The Pitch

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2026 69:24

Mike Mignano is a General Partner at Union Square Ventures, one of the most iconic venture firms in the world, whose investments include Coinbase, Stripe, Etsy, Twilio, Cloudflare. Before joining USV, Mike was a Partner at Lightspeed, where he backed breakout AI companies including Granola and Suno. Prior to investing, he co-founded Anchor, acquired by Spotify. AGENDA: 00:00 Is Fear of Failure the Secret Weapon Behind Great Founders? 07:20 Why Leave Lightspeed for USV — and Is Thesis-Driven Venture Still Alive? 09:50 Is the Real AI Money Still in Infrastructure, or Are Apps Finally About to Explode? 13:00 Who Wins the AI Model War: OpenAI, Anthropic, Open Source, or the "Rebel Alliance"? 19:00 Are We About to Hand Our Entire Lives Over to AI Agents? 21:00 Can Anthropic Keep Growing Like This — or Will Token Spend Break the Model? 26:00 Can AI Routing Become a $50BN Company, or Is It Just a Commodity Pipe? 30:00 Will the AI Energy Crisis Create the Next Monster Venture Outcomes? 36:00 Can Startups Survive Microsoft, OpenAI, and the Brutal Power of Bundling? 45:00 Should VCs Ignore Price When Backing Generational Companies? 55:30 Is Traditional Media Dead — and Who Becomes the New Tech Kingmaker?

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2026 36:14

לפני ארבע שנים טל מורגנשטרן, שותף בקרן ההון־סיכון Lightspeed, התארח בחיות כיס - והמילה AI אפילו לא נאמרה בשיחה. היום הוא חוזר כדי לנסות להבין: האם אנחנו באמת בעיצומה של נקודת מפנה היסטורית, או שזו עוד בועת הייפ? אילו מקצועות עומדים להיעלם, אילו דווקא יפרחו, ולמה זו התקופה הכי טובה להקים חברה? וגם - מה העצה הכי חשובה שלו לכל מי שחושש להישאר מאחור? מגיש: שאול אמסטרדמסקי; עורכת: ליהיא צדוק; מפיק: טל נרונסקי; עורך סאונד: טל וניג; מרואיין: טל מורגנשטרן; תמונה: באדיבות המצולםSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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422 N249CP King Air Crash: GPS Jamming, Dark Night, and a Fatal Visual Approach + GA News

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2026 46:04

Max talks about the fatal crash of Beech C90 King Air N249CP, an air ambulance flight that departed Roswell Air Center in New Mexico shortly before midnight on May 13, 2026. The aircraft was headed for Sierra Blanca Regional Airport near Ruidoso to pick up a patient for transport to Albuquerque. It was a short flight—only about 51 nautical miles—but it ended in tragedy when the King Air struck terrain near the Capitan Mountains. Both pilots and both flight nurses were killed. The aircraft was operated by Generation Jets under Part 135 as an unscheduled fixed-wing aeromedical flight. The two medical passengers were flight nurses employed by Trans Aero Medical Services. Max emphasizes the human side of the accident: these were young professionals on a mission of mercy, people who had dedicated themselves to helping others. That makes the accident especially painful, but also especially important to study carefully. According to the preliminary report, the flight occurred in dark-night VMC with zero percent moon illumination. Max explains why that matters. In rural or mountainous terrain, a dark night can feel very much like instrument conditions, even when the weather is technically visual. There may be no visible horizon, no way to judge terrain ahead, and no meaningful outside references to confirm whether the aircraft is safely above rising ground. Pilots may be legal to fly VFR or accept a visual approach, but operationally they may need to fly with the discipline of an instrument procedure. A second major factor was GPS jamming. The report says U.S. military GPS jamming activity was taking place in the area and at the altitudes used by the accident flight. During the flight, ADS-B data that had been reporting every few seconds began reporting at roughly one-minute intervals. The crew later told Albuquerque Center they had lost GPS capability and needed a heading. Other aircraft in the area also reported GPS problems, including one pilot who appeared to have difficulty identifying or navigating to a ground-based navigation aid. Max uses this to highlight a broader issue for pilots: most of us have become deeply dependent on GPS. That dependency affects not only primary navigation but also the tools we rely on for situational awareness. Electronic flight bags, panel-mounted moving maps, terrain displays, and many terrain warning systems all depend on accurate aircraft position. If GPS is jammed or unreliable, those tools may stop working, may degrade, or may give pilots less protection than they expect. The flight was initially cleared as filed to Sierra Blanca and assigned 12,000 feet. At one point, the controller advised the crew that the aircraft was at 13,000 feet, about 1,000 feet above its assigned altitude. The pilots responded that they were correcting and had lost GPS. The controller provided headings and later began working to have the military stop the jamming. As the flight continued, the crew requested the RNAV approach, then later requested the ILS approach because of the GPS failure. But the destination presented another complication. Sierra Blanca's automated weather observation system was out of service, and the ForeFlight briefing showed no METAR and no TAF for the airport. The instrument approach procedures contained notes stating that when the local altimeter setting was not received, the procedures were not authorized. Max explains that this may have left the crew without a legal instrument approach option, even though flying an approach would have provided more structure and terrain protection than descending visually in dark-night mountainous terrain. At about 12:08 AM, while northeast of the airport, the crew reported that they had the airport area in sight and could proceed visually. The controller cleared them for a visual approach and told them they could cancel IFR in the air above 9,000 feet or after landing. Shortly afterward, the aircraft began turning southwest toward Sierra Blanca. The Capitan Mountains, rising to more than 10,000 feet, were between the aircraft and the airport. After the aircraft was cleared for the visual approach, the controller's supervisor reportedly told the military that jamming could resume. ADS-B again began recording at about one-minute intervals. The aircraft descended toward the airport and later appeared to climb during the final moments of the flight. The last recorded Spidertracks data showed the aircraft at about 9,823 feet GPS altitude, with a groundspeed of 150 knots and a heading of 250 degrees. The aircraft impacted terrain at an elevation of about 9,950 feet, near the Capitan Mountains Summit Radio Facility. Max discusses several lessons from the accident. First, dark-night operations in mountainous areas deserve special caution, even in VMC. Second, pilots should maintain proficiency with non-GPS navigation, including VORs, localizers, and raw-data flying. Third, before accepting a visual approach at night, especially in terrain, pilots should have a clear plan for terrain clearance and should consider using any available ground-based guidance, such as tracking a localizer or ILS course, even if cleared visually. Fourth, pilots should understand what equipment they may lose when GPS fails: not just navigation, but also moving maps, terrain pages, and some terrain warning capabilities. The episode closes with a practical reminder: GPS jamming is not theoretical. If you fly enough, you may eventually lose GPS. The goal is to make sure that losing GPS does not also mean losing situational awareness, terrain clearance, or your life. If you're getting value from this show, please support the show via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle or Patreon. 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CHEFS D'ENTREPRISE-S - BERTRAND LARCHER

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2026 60:51

Dans cet épisode de CHEFS D'ENTREPRISE-S, on reçoit Bertrand Larcher, fondateur de Breizh Café, crêperies bretonnes présentes en France, au Japon et bientôt à Londres.Bertrand grandit dans une ferme en Bretagne, dans les terres. Son père veut qu'il reprenne l'exploitation familiale. Lui choisit l'école hôtelière. Il fait ses armes dans un établissement de prestige à Genève, puis dans un restaurant japonais où il découvre la cuisine nippone et rencontre sa future femme.En 1995, il part vivre à Tokyo. Il y ouvre sa première crêperie bretonne. Le succès est immédiat et durable. Fort de cette réussite, il revient en France une quinzaine d'années plus tard et ouvre à Cancale, puis à Saint-Malo et à Paris. Aujourd'hui, Breizh Café compte plus de trente établissements entre la France et le Japon.Un épisode sur l'exil et le retour aux racines, la transmission d'un savoir-faire artisanal et cette conviction que l'authenticité et l'humilité restent les meilleurs moteurs d'une entreprise qui dure.Cet épisode existe grâce au soutien de notre partenaire LightSpeed, une solution ultra efficace pour les professionnels qu'on vous invite à découvrir ici !

The Next Battle for Crypto Trading

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2026 44:58

Gm! In today's episode, we discuss Strategy's Bitcoin treasury approach, whether crypto markets can decouple from Bitcoin, slowing momentum in tokenized stocks, listing strategies for onchain equities, the battle between Solana, Hyperliquid, and centralized exchanges, and whether renewed meme coin activity signals a broader revival in Solana trading. Enjoy! -- Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://x.com/Lightspeedpodhq Follow Toma: https://x.com/toma_adv Follow Joe: https://x.com/j0e_cooks Follow Sam: https://x.com/minnus Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QHlbNTNS4gc1ZTVh -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (2:43) Strategy's Bitcoin Dilemma (6:51) Can Crypto Decouple From Bitcoin? (10:54) Tokenized Stocks Cool Off (18:03) Solana Spot vs Hyperliquid Perps (24:26) Coinbase, Binance, and Onchain Rails (34:49) Meme Coins Return? (43:09) Closing Comments -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

The Future of Finance Starts Onchain | Armani Ferrante

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 70:43

Gm! In today's episode, we're joined by Armani Ferrante, founder and CEO of Backpack, to discuss the evolution of Backpack, tokenized equities, regulatory strategy, and building a crypto-native financial institution. We also explore Solana's growth, market structure, token design, 24/7 stock trading, global financial infrastructure, and the long-term role of tokenized assets and decentralized networks. Enjoy! -- Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://x.com/Lightspeedpodhq Follow Backpack: https://x.com/Backpack Follow Armani Ferrante: https://x.com/armaniferrante Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QHlbNTNS4gc1ZTVh -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (1:44) Armani's Solana Journey (13:28) Why Backpack Chose Regulation (23:34) Building Crypto's Financial Stack (35:38) Tokenized Stocks at Scale (45:42) Tokens, Equity, and Incentives (59:03) The Future of Tokenized Assets (1:09:28) Closing Comments -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects

The Hospitality Front Door: Gregers Knudsen on Comms, Culture and Killing App Fatigue

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 39:42

Your team doesn't think about ops, people and culture as separate problems. They just want to know when they're working and where to find stuff. So why do most hospitality businesses still run their workforce across six or seven different apps?This week Chris sits down with Gregers Knudsen, founder of Monotree, the employee "front door" app that pulls comms, learning and operations into one place for multi-site hospitality. Gregers came up through Planday and built Monotree off the back of watching businesses with 1,000+ employees run their entire company on Facebook groups and WhatsApp.They get into why that's a problem, how you actually move a workforce off WhatsApp, and what changes when your engagement data finally lives in one place. Plus the open API, customers building reports straight into Claude, and a smart idea on capturing what people know before they walk out the door for good.Honest, operator-first chat about the bit of the stack everyone has and almost nobody has properly fixed.A few lines that stuck:"Good tech is just when you don't really think about it.""We want to be the heavy use guys.""If your providers don't have an open API, switch them now. Your data is your precious thing."Find Gregers and Monotree at monree.com, on LinkedIn, or just at dinner. He eats out a lot.This episode is supported by Lightspeed. EPOS and payments built to keep service flowing when the patio's packed and the game's on every screen.

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The Secret to Massive Restaurant Success

Dave Allred, TheRealBarman

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 6:37

I'm going to tell you the only secret you ever need to know about being successful in the restaurant business. I guarantee it's not what you think. If you make this the focus and soul of your business and your everyday principles, over time, you will experience exponential results that will blow you away. And people will be wondering what your secret is.FREE Book: Bar Profit Maximizers [Run Your Bar My Way] - https://register.barpatrol.net/bar-profit-maximizers1646115850796▶ MY WEBSITES:

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LE CERCLE - COMMENT DESIGNER SON RESTAURANT ?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 58:57

Chaque mois, dans le hors-série Chefs d'entreprise-s Le Cercle, des entrepreneurs de la restauration se retrouvent autour d'une même table pour discuter ensemble de ce qui coince et comment y remédier. Une conversation entre pairs, encore trop rare dans le milieu, pour repartir avec des pistes concrètes.Ce mois-ci : comment concevoir l'expérience d'un restaurant au-delà de l'assiette et pourquoi la décoration n'est peut-être pas le terme exact pour en parler. Avec deux passionnés du sujet, David Ordono ouvre le dossier esthétique et sensoriel que les restaurateurs abordent souvent trop tard ou pas assez bien entourés : la narration d'un lieu, les rituels d'accueil et la cohérence entre façade et promesse.Autour de la table :Céline Chung, co-fondatrice de Bao Family et d'Asian Club, qui a construit des adresses parisiennes reconnues pour leur identité visuelle forte, et qui s'est depuis lancée dans le conseil en direction artistique et design d'expérience pour les restaurateurs et hôteliers, sous la bannière de son studio Imagina.Antoine Ricardou, fondateur de l'Atelier Saint-Lazare, cabinet d'architecture à qui l'on doit des lieux aussi différents que Les Sources de Vougeot, l'Auberge du Père-Bise chez Jean Sulpice ou encore Les Roches Rouges à Saint-Raphaël et qui place la narration bien au-dessus de la décoration.On parle de ce que "décorer" veut vraiment dire et pourquoi le mot est peut-être trompeur. De la justesse comme boussole : entre façade et intérieur, promesse et réalité. De l'hospitalité comme fondation. Et d'Instagram : est-ce qu'on le pense, est-ce qu'on devrait, et jusqu'où ?Un échange qui avait tout l'air de parler d'esthétique et qui parle finalement plutôt de philosophie, de valeurs et d'histoires partagées. "Parce qu'on parle de restauration."Bonne écoute.Cet épisode existe grâce au soutien de notre partenaire LightSpeed, une solution ultra efficace pour les professionnels qu'on vous invite à découvrir ici !

Is DePIN Entering Its Next Growth Phase?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 57:47

Gm! In this episode, we break down the latest developments in tokenized equities, including Backpack's stock offerings on Solana and growing competition from Base. We also discuss the rise of social trading platforms like Fomo, Noble Mobile's acquisition of Helium Mobile, Helium's evolving network economics, HIP-149, and what these changes could mean for the next phase of growth across the DePIN sector. Enjoy! -- Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://x.com/Lightspeedpodhq Follow Nick Carpinito: https://x.com/0xMetaLight Follow Joe: https://x.com/j0e_cooks Follow Carlos: https://x.com/0xcarlosg Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QHlbNTNS4gc1ZTVh -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (4:04) Tokenized Equities Heat Up (9:21) Coinbase, IPOs, and Listings (19:26) Fomo's Big Raise (23:26) Can Fomo Escape Memes? (33:03) Noble Acquires Helium Mobile (37:56) Helium Economics and HIP-149 (48:10) DePIN's New Funding Models (53:39) Geodnet Bucks the Trend (56:47) Closing Comments -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

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Deep Dive: How to Maximize Summer Sales with Lightspeed

Retail Remix

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 24:36

This episode is brought to you by Lightspeed.Summer can be one of the trickiest seasons for retailers. Inventory needs to move before fall arrives, demand can shift with changing weather patterns and teams are already looking ahead to the next major buying cycle.In this special bonus episode of Retail Remix, Kate Robertson sits down with Marie Baldauf-Lenschen, Director of Supplier Network Partnerships at Lightspeed, to discuss how retailers can make smarter inventory, merchandising and purchasing decisions during the critical mid-summer period. From identifying the metrics that matter most to leveraging AI, storytelling and wholesale data more effectively, Marie shares practical strategies retailers can use to improve sell-through, protect margins and prepare for the busy seasons ahead. Key TakeawaysWhy retailers should focus on a handful of key metrics (including inventory levels, sales trends and supplier lead times) to make faster, smarter decisions How AI can help reduce manual work and surface actionable insights without replacing human decision-making Why merchandising, storytelling and knowledgeable store associates can improve sell-through without relying on markdowns How tighter connections between wholesale purchasing, inventory management and POS systems can help retailers react faster to demand shifts Why bundling, urgency-based messaging and personalized service often outperform aggressive discounting when inventory starts to slow Related LinksLearn more about Lightspeed's commerce platform for retailersGet more retail industry insights from Retail TouchPointsSubscribe and catch up on all episodes of Retail Remix ----Ready to make smarter inventory, merchandising and buying decisions? Discover how Lightspeed helps retailers streamline operations, manage inventory and stay ahead of changing customer demand at lightspeedhq.com/pos/retail

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Future-Proof Money on Solana | Hardhat Chad

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 56:10

Gm! In today's episode, we're joined by Hardhat Chad, Foreman at ORE, to discuss the origins and evolution of ORE Protocol, including its transition from proof-of-work mining on Solana to its current grid mining system. We cover mining incentives, token emissions, protocol revenue and buybacks, proof of useful work, community governance, security improvements, quantum-resistant infrastructure, validator decentralization, and future plans for ORE's ecosystem, liquidity, and foundation structure. Enjoy! -- Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://x.com/Lightspeedpodhq Follow ORE: https://x.com/ORE Follow Hardhat Chad: https://x.com/HardhatChad Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QHlbNTNS4gc1ZTVh -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (1:43) ORE's Origin Story (7:18) Why Bitcoinomics Broke (10:49) Proof Of Work's Value Leak (12:57) Mining Design Tradeoffs (21:42) Revenue, Buybacks, And Burns (23:48) Rewarding Long-Term Holders (28:29) V4 Reduces Roulette Risk (35:33) Forks, Rugs, And Security (44:37) Future-Proofing ORE (52:45) Foundation And Liquidity Roadmap (55:05) Closing Comments -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

421 New Zealand Mountain Flying in a CTLS: Fiordland, Microlights, and Safety Lessons

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2026 69:43

Max talks with New Zealand pilot Keith Froude during a scenic flight in Keith's Flight Design CTLS over Fiordland, one of the most dramatic flying environments in the world. Departing from a grass runway near Lake Te Anau, they discuss CTLS operations, RAANZ microlight flying, parachute-equipped aircraft, personal flotation gear, ADS-B, electronic flight bags, and the realities of flying a light aircraft among steep mountains, lakes, fog, and changing winds. The flight becomes a real-time lesson in conservative mountain flying. Keith explains why he climbs before crossing water, why he wants altitude before entering valleys, how local wind layers and morning heating can create bumps even early in the day, and why moving maps are so valuable in terrain where valleys and peaks can quickly look alike. Max and Keith also talk about local helicopter and floatplane traffic, avoiding the busy Milford Sound environment, the Manapouri power station, glowworm caves, Lake Te Anau, and the challenges of keeping a light, slippery CTLS under control on descent and landing. It is part travel adventure, part aircraft checkout, and part safety lesson for pilots who want to understand what flying in New Zealand's Fiordland is really like. Support the Show by buying a Lightspeed ANR Headsets Max has been using only Lightspeed headsets for nearly 25 years! I love their tradeup program that let's you trade in an older Lightspeed headset for a newer model. Start with one of the links below, and Lightspeed will pay a referral fee to support Aviation News Talk. Lightspeed Delta Zulu Headset $1299NEW – Lightspeed Zulu 4 Headset $1099 Lightspeed Zulu 3 Headset $949Lightspeed Sierra Headset $749 My Review on the Lightspeed Delta Zulu Send us your feedback or comments via email If you have a question you'd like answered on the show, let listeners hear you ask the question, by recording your listener question using your phone. Mentioned on the ShowBuy Max Trescott's G3000 Book Call 800-247-6553 Buying a new Cirrus SR20, SR22, or Vision Jet - Contact Max first! Free Index to the first 282 episodes of Aviation New Talk So You Want To Learn to Fly or Buy a Cirrus seminars Online Version of the Seminar Coming Soon – Register for Notification Check out our recommended ADS-B receivers, and order one for yourself. Yes, we'll make a couple of dollars if you do. Get the Free Aviation News Talk app for iOS or Android. Check out Max's Online Courses: G1000 VFR, G1000 IFR, and Flying WAAS & GPS Approaches. Find them all at: https://www.pilotlearning.com/ Social Media Like Aviation News Talk podcast on Facebook Follow Max on Instagram Follow Max on Twitter Listen to all Aviation News Talk podcasts on YouTube or YouTube Premium "Go Around" song used by permission of Ken Dravis; you can buy his music at kendravis.com If you purchase a product through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.

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Freshworks CMO Kady Srinivasan on GTM - ICP, Not Product

B2B Go-To-Market Leaders

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 53:05

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the B2B Go-To-Market Leaders Podcast, Vijay Damojipurapu sits down with Kady Srinivasan, Chief Marketing Officer at Freshworks, to explore what it really takes to build market share in SaaS, and why finding the right ICP is often the difference between accelerated growth and stalled momentum.Drawing from leadership roles across Dropbox, Klaviyo, Lightspeed, and Freshworks, Kady shares lessons from scaling PLG, inbound, outbound, and hybrid go-to-market motions, while navigating the realities of product-market fit, category expansion, and AI-driven disruption.The conversation dives into the evolution of modern GTM, from defining your initial ICP to expanding into adjacent markets without losing your positioning, and why many companies drift away from the messaging and audience that made them successful in the first place.They dive into:Why GTM is ultimately about building market share through coordinated actions across product, marketing, sales, and customer success.How great products still fail when they're sold to the wrong audience or positioned with the wrong messaging.The concept of ICP+ and how successful companies expand beyond their initial customer base without losing focus.Why many SaaS companies unintentionally drift away from their original positioning as they add products and features.The differences between PLG, inbound, outbound, and enterprise sales motions—and when each makes sense.How pricing, packaging, and expansion strategy influence long-term customer value.Kady's ABCD Framework for positioning: Audience, Benefits, Compelling Reasons to Believe, and Differentiation.Why storytelling frameworks like the Hero's Journey remain powerful tools for modern marketers.How AI is creating a new generation of multi-threaded marketers who can operate across traditional marketing silos.A creative CEO influence strategy that transformed LinkedIn engagement into pipeline and qualified opportunities.Lessons from a major ICP pivot at Lightspeed that helped drive significant market share gains in targeted geographies.Why defining and defending your ICP is one of the most important leadership decisions a company can make.Kady's core message is simple:The companies that win aren't necessarily the ones with the biggest products, they're the ones with the clearest understanding of who they're serving and why.This episode is a practical masterclass on ICP definition, positioning, GTM motion design, and the future of marketing in an AI-powered world.

CHEFS D'ENTREPRISE-S - PRISCILLA TRÂM

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 90:21

Dans cet épisode de CHEFS D'ENTREPRISE-S, on reçoit Priscilla Trâm, fondatrice et cheffe de Trâm 130 et Trâmette, restaurant et comptoir du 11e arrondissement de Paris où elle mêle cuisine bistronomique et influences asiatiques dans une approche personnelle, loin des étiquettes traditionnelles.Priscilla est la fille d'immigrés vietnamiens arrivés en France après la guerre. Élevée entre les banquettes de restaurants, les grandes tablées familiales et l'exemple de parents entrepreneurs qui ont tout sacrifié pour leurs enfants, elle suit d'abord la voie de l'excellence académique : études de droit entre Paris, New York et San Francisco, puis carrière d'avocate entre Hong Kong et la France. En parallèle, elle commence à cuisiner par passion, organise des pop-up dans des restaurants parisiens, lance ses propres événements culinaires puis développe une activité de restauration qui finit par prendre autant de place que sa carrière juridique. Après plusieurs années à mener ces deux vies de front, elle choisit finalement de se consacrer entièrement à la cuisine et ouvre Trâm 130, avant de lancer un deuxième établissement Trâmette.Un épisode sur le syndrome de l'imposteur, la transmission familiale, l'ambition sociale et sur cette conviction que l'on peut construire sa place partout, même lorsqu'on n'a ni les codes, ni le parcours attendu, à condition d'assumer pleinement son identité.Cet épisode existe grâce au soutien de notre partenaire LightSpeed, une solution ultra efficace pour les professionnels qu'on vous invite à découvrir ici !

From Memecoins to Markets: Solana's Next Trade

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 57:32

Gm! In today's episode we cover prediction market activity around major sporting events, growing interest in tokenized equities following recent IPOs, the role of platforms like Backpack in bringing stocks onchain, liquidity and market structure challenges, the relationship between tokens and equity, evolving governance models, DeFi use cases for tokenized assets, and the rise of institutional-focused trading infrastructure on Solana. Enjoy! -- Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://x.com/Lightspeedpodhq Follow Toma: https://x.com/toma_adv Follow Joe: https://x.com/j0e_cooks Follow Sam: https://x.com/minnus Follow Carlos: https://x.com/0xcarlosg Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QHlbNTNS4gc1ZTVh -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (3:22) Prediction Markets Chase Sports (7:04) IPOs Push Stocks Onchain (15:10) Liquidity Fragmentation Risks (25:28) Backpack Token Meets Equity (32:29) Do Tokens Still Matter? (37:03) Tokens And Equity Converge (46:40) Equity Collateral In DeFi (47:51) Solana Trading Frontends Rise (56:17) Closing Comments -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

What if you travelled at light speed?! + lab meetings are HELL

So Cultured Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 50:32

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Flash Trade Is Reinventing Perps on Solana | Anas Khader

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2026 53:00

Gm! In this episode, we're joined by Anas Khader, Founder of Flash Trade, to discuss the protocol's journey from building alongside Mango Markets to launching a Solana-native perpetuals exchange. We cover Flash Trade's pool-to-peer liquidity model, expansion into equities, commodities, and forex perps, its new Magic Block-powered execution engine, security and oracle design, the future of 24/7 markets, and how Solana's evolving infrastructure is shaping the next generation of onchain trading. Enjoy! -- Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://x.com/Lightspeedpodhq Follow Flash Trade: https://x.com/FlashTrade Follow Anas: https://x.com/allinbitcoin_ Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QHlbNTNS4gc1ZTVh -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (1:18) Flash Trade Origin Story (6:23) Pool-To-Peer Perps (11:22) New Asset Markets (16:46) Magic Block Design (26:08) Competing In Perps (32:08) Oracle And Security Risks (39:15) Next Perps Frontier (42:49) Solana's Growth Path (48:04) Solana UX Improvements (51:07) Try Flash V2 (52:13) Closing Comments -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

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Justin C. Key, "The Hospital at the End of the World: A Novel" (Harper, 2026)

New Books Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2026 46:39

From author Justin C. Key comes The Hospital at the End of the World: A Novel (Harper, 2026), set in a near future where artificial intelligence runs the world, involving a young medical student who must unravel family secrets to uncover the truth of his father's mysterious death. In a time not so far from our own, society is run by a global AI system controlled by an all powerful corporation. The Shepherd Organization oversees every medical school in the country save one in New Orleans, the renegade Hippocrates which still insists on human-led medicine. It is the last choice school for an ambitious young New Yorker named Pok. But after his father—himself a physician—dies under mysterious circumstance that seems connected to “the shepherds” and their megalomaniacal young CEO, Pok finds himself on a quest for answers that leads right to Hippocrates. Once enrolled, he stumbles upon a further mystery: a strange illness is plaguing newcomers to New Orleans who grew up under shepherd rule. What is causing this fatal anomaly? And how does it relate to the mystery of Pok's father's death and his own mysterious past? Justin C. Key is a practicing psychiatrist and a speculative fiction writer. He is the author of the debut novel The Hospital at the End of the World and the story collection The World Wasn't Ready for You. His stories have appeared in the Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction, Strange Horizons, Escape Pod, Lightspeed, and on Tor.com. He received a BA in biology from Stanford University and completed his residency in psychiatry at UCLA. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife and three children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

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Dans cet épisode de CHEFS D'ENTREPRISE-S, on reçoit Félix de La Haye, directeur général de Tomorrow Food, cabinet de conseil en stratégie restauration et loisirs qui aide hôteliers, foncières et opérateurs de grandes surfaces à créer leur offre de restauration.Félix a grandi à Compiègne, pas bon élève. Son chemin passe par une licence de droit redoublée, un départ en Australie où il découvre l'adrénaline des cuisines de Melbourne, puis un retour en France comme formateur RH chez Canard Street. Il rejoint Tomorrow Food en stage, en devient directeur général en quatre ans et pilote la cession de la boîte à un opérateur immobilier. Aujourd'hui l'agence travaille pour Marriott, la Française des Jeux, des chaînes hôtelières 4 étoiles en créant des concepts qui collent aux territoires et aux publics locaux.Un épisode sur l'art de dire à un client que son idée ne peut pas fonctionner et sur cette conviction que la restauration et les loisirs sont les seules activités que personne ne pourra se faire livrer à domicile.Cet épisode existe grâce au soutien de notre partenaire LightSpeed, une solution ultra efficace pour les professionnels qu'on vous invite à découvrir ici !

Solving Sol Value Accrual

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 57:40

Gm! In today's episode, we discuss Solana's value accrual challenges, including proposed tokenomics changes, fee burn mechanisms, inflation reduction, and network upgrade timelines. We also examine the release of Anthropic's Claude Fable model and its implications for software development, cybersecurity, and crypto, before exploring DeFi security risks, protocol valuations, and Michael Saylor's influence on Bitcoin markets.Enjoy! -- Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://x.com/Lightspeedpodhq Follow Ian: https://x.com/Ian_Unsworth Follow Toma: https://x.com/toma_adv⁠ Follow Carlos: https://x.com/0xcarlosg Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QHlbNTNS4gc1ZTVh -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (4:19) Claude Fable Hits Crypto (12:38) Is DeFi Still Safe? (18:59) Valuing Hackable Protocols (22:19) Saylor Shakes Bitcoin (30:06) Bitcoin vs Fundamentals (34:14) Solana Value Accrual (40:21) Can Solana Charge Rent? (46:13) Burn vs Issuance (51:32) Solana's Upgrade Bottleneck (55:57) Closing Comments -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

The Era of Tokenized Yield Strategies | Ben Nadareski

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 50:29

Gm! In this episode we're joined by Ben Nadareski, Co-Founder and CEO of Solstice, to discuss his background in traditional finance and crypto, the development of Solstice's tokenized yield infrastructure on Solana, and the roles of its USX, eUSX, and SLX assets. We also cover institutional and retail adoption, delta-neutral and private credit strategies, planned AI-focused products, token utility, regulatory considerations, and the broader goal of making yield-generating financial products accessible onchain.Enjoy! -- Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://x.com/Lightspeedpodhq Follow Solstice: https://x.com/solsticefi Follow Ben: https://x.com/ben_solstice Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QHlbNTNS4gc1ZTVh -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (1:41) Ben's Crypto Origin (7:30) What Solstice Builds (12:02) How Solstice's Yield Engine Works (16:09) Solstice vs Ethena (19:09) New Yield Strategies (26:04) Tokenized Yield Versus Vaults (29:27) Who Uses Solstice? (37:25) Regulatory Roadblocks (42:38) SLX Token Utility (47:29) Solstice In 2027 (49:36) Closing Comments -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

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CHEFS D'ENTREPRISE-S - TANGUY KAYSER

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 67:52

Dans cet épisode de CHEFS D'ENTREPRISE-S, on reçoit Tanguy Kayser, cofondateur de Blondie, coffee shop parisien qui torréfie son café en vitrine et compte aujourd'hui quatre adresses dans la capitale.Tanguy est le fils d'Éric Kaiser. Autant dire qu'il a grandi dans l'arrière-boutique d'une boulangerie, entre deux parents qui travaillaient tout le temps et avec amour. Mais son propre chemin passe d'abord par la Sorbonne avec 5 de moyenne, puis New York à vendre du café en porte-à-porte dans les palaces, une galerie d'art sur la 5e Avenue, un stage en boîte de production de cinéma et un billet pour Los Angeles annulé par le Covid.C'est pendant le confinement que l'évidence s'impose. En 2023, il s'associe avec son meilleur ami Tom Abbar et ouvre un premier café rue Saint-Georges dans le 9e arrondissement de Paris, après avoir visité une centaine de locaux. Les chiffres doublent les prévisions dès les premiers mois.Un épisode sur ce que c'est que de choisir un local en se demandant si on a soi-même envie d'y passer ses journées et sur l'art de manager soixante personnes sans jamais se prendre trop au sérieux.Cet épisode existe grâce au soutien de notre partenaire LightSpeed, une solution ultra efficace pour les professionnels qu'on vous invite à découvrir ici !

US Crypto Perps Arrive, Solana Rethinks Fees

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 64:07

Gm! In today's episode we discuss recent developments in U.S. cryptocurrency perpetual futures regulation, including CFTC approval of Bitcoin perpetual contracts and implications for centralized and decentralized trading platforms. We also cover a proposed Solana fee mechanism aimed at increasing token burn, before examining the surge in Pokémon card speculation and the growth, economics, and risks of onchain trading card platform Collector Crypt. Enjoy! -- Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://x.com/Lightspeedpodhq Follow Kunal: https://x.com/Kunallegendd Follow Carlos: https://x.com/0xcarlosg Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QHlbNTNS4gc1ZTVh -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (2:34) US Perps Go Legit (17:20) Solana's Fee Debate (26:00) Tradeoffs for Users (41:13) Pokémon Cards Go Parabolic (44:04) Collector Crypt's Gacha Boom (59:19) Valuing the $CARDS Token (1:03:02) Closing Comments -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

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StarShipSofa 780 P. A. Cornell

StarShipSofa

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 56:14

P.A. Cornell is a Chilean-Canadian speculative fiction writer. A two-time finalist for the Nebula Award, her stories have been published in over seventy magazines and anthologies, including Lightspeed, Apex, and eight “Best of the Year” anthologies. In addition to becoming the first Chilean Nebula finalist in 2024, Cornell has been a finalist for the Aurora and World Fantasy Awards, and in 2022 won Canada's Short Works Prize. When not writing, she can be found assembling intricate LEGO builds or drinking ridiculous quantities of tea. Sometimes both. For more on the author and her work, visit her website pacornell.com.This story first appeared in Frivolous Comma, January 2023.Narration by: Will StaglWill Stagl celebrates his fourth anniversary as audio editor for Starship Sofa this June. He lives in Tucson Arizona, where he works as a creative professional, and as the bass player for the Fathers of the Violet Moon, an all-nerd-dad doom metal band.Fact: Looking Back At Genre History by Amy H SturgisSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/starshipsofa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Building the Onchain Brokerage: Glider's Vision for Investing | Brian Huang

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 51:23

Gm! In this episode, we're joined by Brian Huang, Co-Founder of Glider, to discuss his journey from institutional trading and crypto custody to building an onchain investing platform. We explore the rise of tokenized assets, portfolio automation, chain abstraction, DeFi yield opportunities, risk management, institutional adoption, and the future of personalized investing. Brian also shares Glider's vision for automated investment workflows and the next generation of onchain financial products. Enjoy! -- Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://x.com/Lightspeedpodhq Follow Glider: https://x.com/glider__ Follow Brian: https://x.com/BrianInCrypto Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QHlbNTNS4gc1ZTVh -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (1:28) Brian's Crypto Origin (3:52) Why Glider Exists (8:47) Wallets Need Better UX (13:38) Personalized Investing Arrives (17:38) Automated Strategies (24:18) Tokenized Stocks Reality Check (28:31) Abstracting DeFi Complexity (33:04) Curating Onchain Risk (36:39) Insurance Tradeoffs (43:34) Glider's Roadmap (50:28) Closing Comments -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

LE CERCLE - COMMENT CONSTRUIRE LA BONNE ÉQUIPE ?

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 69:19

Chaque mois, dans le hors-série Chefs d'entreprise-s Le Cercle, des entrepreneurs de la restauration se retrouvent autour d'une même table pour discuter ensemble de ce qui coince et comment y remédier. Une conversation entre pairs, encore trop rare dans le milieu, pour repartir avec des pistes concrètes.Ce mois-ci : comment construire une équipe qui tient dans la durée et pourquoi c'est souvent la question qu'on se pose trop tard. Avec trois entrepreneurs de la nouvelle vague, David Ordono ouvre le dossier RH que beaucoup évitent : le recrutement raté, le turn-over qu'on n'explique pas et la position inconfortable du fondateur-manager.Autour de la table :Graffi Rathamohan, CEO de PNY, qui a co-fondé il y a bientôt 15 ans cette institution du burger en service à table, avec aujourd'hui 15 adresses en France, et qui a fait des RH et de la fidélisation des équipes l'un de ses chantiers principaux dès le départ.Julia Chican, CEO et co-fondatrice de Maslow Group, qui a lancé en 2022 le premier groupe de restauration low impact avec 4 adresses végétariennes à Paris, en prouvant qu'engagement écologique et rentabilité ne s'opposent pas.Adrien Ferrand, à la tête de Eels et La Brigade du Tigre, qui raconte ce que c'est que de porter deux maisons aux ADN très différents et de devoir choisir un management cohérent dans les deux, sans se perdre en route.On parle du recrutement comme fondation, pas comme variable d'ajustement. Du diagnostic honnête : pourquoi les employés partent et ce qu'on préfère souvent ne pas entendre. De la question des salaires, sujet tabou dans le secteur mais levier en pratique. De ce qui fait rester les gens quand le salaire ne suffit plus. Et de la position particulière du fondateur-manager : trop proche pour être vraiment manager, trop impliqué pour faire semblant de ne pas l'être.Un échange sans filtre pour comprendre ce que l'équipe dit de ceux qui construisent la restauration de demain.Bonne écoute.Cet épisode existe grâce au soutien de notre partenaire LightSpeed, une solution ultra efficace pour les professionnels qu'on vous invite à découvrir ici !

Why Crypto Needs Interest Rate Swaps | Thomas Lefort

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Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 49:31

Gm! In today's episode, we're joined by Thomas Lefort, Co-Founder of Exponent, to discuss the evolution of onchain interest rate markets, the limitations of Exponent's first product iteration, and the launch of Exponent V2. We cover fixed-rate DeFi infrastructure, RWAs, strategy vaults, risk management, institutional adoption, and the growing demand for more sophisticated yield products on Solana. Enjoy! -- Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://x.com/Lightspeedpodhq Follow Exponent: https://x.com/exponentfinance Follow Thomas: https://x.com/ttrofel Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QHlbNTNS4gc1ZTVh -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) introduction (1:18) Thomas Enters Crypto (2:48) Why Exponent Exists (5:05) V1 Fixed-Rate Markets (9:36) RWAs Drive Yield Demand (14:06) Exponent V2 Rebuild (18:06) Strategy Vault Launch Partners (22:11) V2 Launch Timeline (25:41) Why Crypto Rates Lag (30:03) Managing DeFi Risk (37:07) Winning Issuer Distribution (43:59) What Assets Come Next (48:28) Closing Comments -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

Lightspeed Co-founder Barry Eggers: Are Billion-Dollar Seed Rounds the New Normal?

Giant Ideas

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 47:35

Please note: The content of this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be considered financial, legal, or investment advice. Always consult a licensed professional before making any investment decisions.In this episode, Cameron McLain sits down with Barry Eggers, co‑founder of Lightspeed Venture Partners (≈$40B AUM), to decode what's really happening in today's venture market. From trillion‑dollar IPOs and billion‑dollar seed rounds to AI, robotics, and space, Barry explains why he thinks this moment isn't just another bubble... Barry shares how Lightspeed grew from a $475M first fund to a global platform, why the real edge in venture is being early and decisive, and why he believes intelligence is becoming commoditised while EQ and judgment become the ultimate differentiators, and why family matters most.Key Insights:Venture has split in two: a small slice of traditional early‑stage builders and a massive pool of quasi‑public investors.Billion‑dollar seed rounds can make sense when you're backing teams going after markets that can compound to the trillion‑dollar scale.AI is making intelligence abundant, shifting value to founders and investors with superior EQ, judgment, and speed of decision‑making.The real error in venture is missing generational companies because of price.Lightspeed's secrets to success, and why family and life experiences matter most.Building a purpose driven company? Read more about Giant Ventures at www.Giant.vc.Music credits: Bubble King written and produced by Cameron McLain and Stevan Cablayan aka Vector_XING.Please note: The content of this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be considered financial, legal, or investment advice. Always consult a licensed professional before making any investment decisions.

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420 Cirrus SR22T CAPS Pull: N39VF Power Loss and Parachute Drag Survival

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 64:23

Max talks with Troy Duck and John Von Fange about their dramatic Cirrus SR22T CAPS parachute deployment in N39VF after a power loss near Chanute, Kansas. What began as a routine flight quickly turned into an emergency when they heard a loud banging noise and lost engine power. Faced with a rapidly developing situation, they attempted to divert toward the airport, declared an emergency, and ultimately pulled the CAPS parachute. The event was unique in that they were able to user their Spyderco Manix 2 pocket knives to cut two of the parachute's Kevlar attachment harness lines from within the airplane. In this episode, Troy and John describe what happened in the cockpit, how they assessed their options, and what led them to activate the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System. They also share what happened after touchdown, when strong winds kept the parachute inflated and dragged the aircraft across the ground, creating a second phase of danger after they were already on the surface. This conversation offers valuable lessons for Cirrus pilots and all general aviation pilots about emergency decision-making, power-loss scenarios, CAPS readiness, and the importance of acting decisively before options disappear. It's a firsthand survival story with practical training value and a powerful reminder that preparation matters. If you're getting value from this show, please support the show via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle or Patreon. Support the Show by buying a Lightspeed ANR Headsets Max has been using only Lightspeed headsets for nearly 25 years! I love their tradeup program that let's you trade in an older Lightspeed headset for a newer model. Start with one of the links below, and Lightspeed will pay a referral fee to support Aviation News Talk. Lightspeed Delta Zulu Headset $1299NEW – Lightspeed Zulu 4 Headset $1099 Lightspeed Zulu 3 Headset $949Lightspeed Sierra Headset $749 My Review on the Lightspeed Delta Zulu Send us your feedback or comments via email If you have a question you'd like answered on the show, let listeners hear you ask the question, by recording your listener question using your phone. Mentioned on the ShowBuy Max Trescott's G3000 Book Call 800-247-6553 Spyderco Manix 2 pocket knives Free Index to the first 282 episodes of Aviation New Talk So You Want To Learn to Fly or Buy a Cirrus seminars Online Version of the Seminar Coming Soon – Register for Notification Check out our recommended ADS-B receivers, and order one for yourself. Yes, we'll make a couple of dollars if you do. Get the Free Aviation News Talk app for iOS or Android. Check out Max's Online Courses: G1000 VFR, G1000 IFR, and Flying WAAS & GPS Approaches. Find them all at: https://www.pilotlearning.com/ Social Media Like Aviation News Talk podcast on Facebook Follow Max on Instagram Follow Max on Twitter Listen to all Aviation News Talk podcasts on YouTube or YouTube Premium "Go Around" song used by permission of Ken Dravis; you can buy his music at kendravis.com If you purchase a product through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.

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Raiku's Vision for Solana Markets | Robin

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 51:51

Gm! In today's episode, we're joined by Robin, CEO and Founder of Raiku, to discuss his background in crypto and the development of Raiku's Solana infrastructure products focused on faster, more predictable transaction execution. We cover validator economics, stake dynamics, enterprise trading infrastructure, institutional adoption challenges, upcoming Solana network upgrades, and the evolving role of market structure across the ecosystem.Enjoy! -- Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://x.com/Lightspeedpodhq Follow Raiku: https://x.com/raikucom Follow Robin: https://x.com/degenroot Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QHlbNTNS4gc1ZTVh -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (1:56) Robin's Crypto Origin (6:59) Raiku's Differentiation (10:24) Alpenglow's Impact (13:01) Why Determinism Matters (17:47) Raiku's Target Customers (20:13) Why Stake Coverage Matters (26:44) New Enterprise Products (33:18) Solana's Demand Problem (36:43) TradFi's Onchain Risks (42:11) Sol Revenue Streams (49:22) Raiku's Product Roadmap (50:56) Closing Comments -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

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The Institutional Era of Crypto Has Arrived | Christopher Perkins

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 47:30

Gm! In this episode, we're joined by Christopher Perkins, CEO of 250 Digital Asset Management, to discuss Franklin Templeton's acquisition of 250 Digital Asset Management, the institutional adoption of crypto, tokenization, regulatory developments, DeFi infrastructure, derivatives markets, and prediction markets. We also explore the convergence of AI and crypto, public market access, operational risk, and the evolving relationship between traditional finance and blockchain-based systems. Enjoy! -- Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://x.com/Lightspeedpodhq Follow Franklin Templeton: https://x.com/FTI_US?lang=en Follow Christopher Perkins: https://x.com/perkinscr97 Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QHlbNTNS4gc1ZTVh -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (1:51) Franklin Templeton Acquisition (5:24) Regulation Unlocks Institutions (10:01) Tokenization's Next Wave (17:08) Onchain Versus Wall Street (23:06) Risks Holding Institutions Back (28:08) Law Still Applies Onchain (35:55) Crypto's Strongest Theses (40:43) Democratizing Financial Access (44:14) Franklin Templeton's Crypto Roadmap (46:42) Closing Comments -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

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Jupiter's Push Beyond Crypto Trading | Kash Dhanda

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 55:42

Gm! In today's episode, we're joined by Kash Dhanda, COO of Jupiter, to discuss Jupiter's expanding DeFi strategy, including USDE integration, yield-generating assets, lending models, tokenized stocks, and perpetuals. We also cover stablecoin infrastructure, JLP and Jupnet development, Solana's positioning in the broader crypto ecosystem, and Jupiter's efforts to simplify DeFi products for mainstream users. Enjoy! -- Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://x.com/Lightspeedpodhq Follow Jupiter: https://x.com/jupiterexchange Follow Kash: https://x.com/kashdhanda?lang=en Follow Joe: https://x.com/j0e_cooks Follow Carlos: https://x.com/0xcarlosg Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QHlbNTNS4gc1ZTVh -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (2:30) Jupiter's USDE Push (6:15) Bitwise Enters DeFi (8:14) Yield Assets on Jupiter (10:30) Lending Without Liquidations (12:11) Tokenized Stocks Onchain (20:21) Jupiter's Super App Strategy (26:14) DIY DeFi Is Over (32:13) JUPUSD Stablecoin Strategy (35:53) Perps Beyond Crypto Natives (38:49) JLP, Jupnet, Solana (45:41) Winning Real Users (54:36) Closing Comments -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

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Inside JTX: Jito's New Trading Platform | Lucas Bruder

The Functional Nerds Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 26:27

Gm! In today's episode we're joined by Lucas Bruder, CEO of Jito Labs, to discuss the launch of JTX, a new Solana trading platform focused on professional retail users. We also cover transaction execution, Bam infrastructure, pricing improvements, competition with centralized exchanges, Solana market structure, prediction markets, privacy features, and Jito's long-term vision for onchain trading.Enjoy! -- Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://x.com/Lightspeedpodhq Follow Jito Labs: https://x.com/jito_labs Follow Lucas: https://x.com/buffalu__ Follow Carlos: https://x.com/0xcarlosg Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QHlbNTNS4gc1ZTVh -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (1:14) What Is JTX? (3:35) Building Better Trading UX (7:02) Bam Plugins And Pricing (9:11) Winning Hyperliquid Traders (12:48) Everything Exchange Thesis (14:00) Solana Market Structure (17:00) 12 Month Success Vision (18:22) Jito Product Synergies (20:52) Vertical Integration Concerns (22:52) Private Order Automation (23:52) Desktop First, Mobile Soon (25:28) Closing Comments -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

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Episode 702-With Amal El-Mohtar

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 51:13

This week on the podcast, Patrick and Tracy welcome Amal El-Mohtar, author of Seasons of Glass and Iron. About Seasons of Glass and Iron: Full of glimpses into gleaming worlds and fairy tales with teeth, Seasons of Glass and Iron: Stories is a collection of acclaimed and awarded work from Amal El-Mohtar. With confidence and style, El-Mohtar guides us through exquisitely told and sharply observed tales about life as it is, was, and could be. Like miscellany from other worlds, these stories are told in letters, diary entries, reference materials, folktales, and lyrical prose. Full of Nebula, Locus, World Fantasy, and Hugo Award-winning and nominated stories, Seasons of Glass and Iron: Stories includes “Seasons of Glass and Iron,” “The Green Book,” “Madeleine,” “The Lonely Sea in the Sky,” “And Their Lips Rang with the Sun,” “The Truth About Owls,” “A Hollow Play,” “Anabasis,” “To Follow the Waves,” “John Hollowback and the Witch,” “Florilegia, or, Some Lies About Flowers,” “Pockets,” and more. About Amal El-Mohtar: Amal El-Mohtar is an award-winning writer of fiction, poetry, and criticism. Her stories and poems have appeared in magazines including Tor.com, Fireside Fiction, Lightspeed, Uncanny, Strange Horizons, Apex, Stone Telling, and Mythic Delirium; anthologies including The Djinn Falls in Love and Other Stories (2017), The Starlit Wood: New Fairy Tales (2016), Kaleidoscope: Diverse YA Science Fiction and Fantasy Stories (2014), and The Thackery T. Lambshead Cabinet of Curiosities (2011); and in her own collection, The Honey Month (2010). She is co-author, with Max Gladstone, of the multiple award-winning This is How You Lose the Time War. Her articles and reviews have appeared in the New York Times, NPR Books and on Tor.com. She has been the New York Times’s science fiction and fantasy columnist since February 2018, and she is represented by DongWon Song of HMLA. This week's picks: Amal #1: Clues by Sam – Puzzles Amal #2: Heated Rivalry (HBO) Amal #3: Goin for a Walk Amal #4: Time of Iron book series by Sarah Rees Brennan Tracy: A Short History of Stupid by Bernard Keane & Helen Razer Patrick: Marty, Life Is Short (Netflix) Links: Amal El-Mohtar’s Newsletter Tracy Townsend on BluSky Patrick Hester on Instagram The Functional Nerds Patreon Page © 2026 Patrick Hester The post Episode 702-With Amal El-Mohtar appeared first on The Functional Nerds.

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Agentic Finance for Everyday Users | Chris

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Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 57:41

Gm! In today's episode, we're joined by Chris from Loyal to discuss building smart-account infrastructure on Solana to automate onchain financial tasks, including stablecoin yield optimization and agent-driven policies. We cover smart wallets, Seeker app development, consumer crypto UX, token-based fundraising through MetaDAO, community building, and the broader future of agentic finance and payments. Enjoy! -- Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://x.com/Lightspeedpodhq Follow Loyal: https://x.com/loyal_hq Follow Chris: https://x.com/candyflipline?lang=en Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QHlbNTNS4gc1ZTVh -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (1:27) Why Smart Wallets Matter (4:02) Loyal's Origin Story (14:16) Smart Accounts Meet Fintech (18:59) Why Solana Lagged EVM (21:54) Real Agent Finance Use Cases (32:13) Why Launch on Seeker (37:56) Token Launch Lessons (54:42) Loyal's Roadmap (56:37) Closing Comments -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

Inside Jito's New Solana Plugin Strategy | Eric & Hayden

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2026 57:38

Gm! In today's episode, we're joined by Eric and Hayden from Jito to discuss Solana Accelerate, the launch of Jito's Maker Prioritization Plugin, and broader efforts to improve Solana's market structure through more deterministic transaction scheduling. We also cover validator incentives, BAM architecture, plugin experimentation, perp and prediction markets, tokenized assets, and why user experience and distribution will be critical for driving on-chain trading adoption. Enjoy! -- Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://x.com/Lightspeedpodhq Follow Jito: https://x.com/jito_sol Follow Hayden: https://x.com/magicdhz Follow Eric: https://x.com/gzalz_sol Follow Sam: https://x.com/minnus Follow Carlos: https://x.com/0xcarlosg Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QHlbNTNS4gc1ZTVh -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (2:23) Solana Accelerate Recap (6:22) Jito's Maker Prioritization Plugin (9:56) Why Scheduler Rules Matter (13:42) Bam Adoption and Validator Incentives (18:22) Competing for Top of Batch (22:42) Faster Onchain Time (29:12) Bam After Solana Upgrades (34:13) Plugins Unlock New Use Cases (38:57) Building for Perps (41:32) What Better Market Structure Enables (49:06) UX, GTM, and Card Markets (56:05) Closing Comments -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

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Light Speed Arena; Core Worlds; Verdant; Underwater Cities - Data Era

Pick Up and Deliver

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 17:36

Brendan talks about three games he tried recently for the first time, and one game he dusted off. Join us, won't you?Light Speed: Arena (2025)Core Worlds (2011)Verdant (2022)Underwater Cities: Data Era (2025)What do you think of these games? What have you been playing lately? Share your thoughts over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

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419 LaGuardia Runway Collision: Why the Runway Lights Turned Off Before Impact + GA News

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 53:36

LaGuardia Runway Collision and the NTSB Preliminary Report Max talks about the fatal LaGuardia Airport runway collision involving Jazz Flight 646 and an ARFF fire truck responding to an emergency near Terminal B. The accident occurred at night, in rain and reduced visibility, as multiple airport rescue firefighting vehicles were moving toward an emergency scene and needed to cross Runway 4 at Taxiway D. Dr. Victor Vogel Max also gives a tribute to Dr. Victor Vogel, who recently passed away. The basic outline sounds simple: a fire truck was cleared to cross an active runway and was struck by a landing regional airliner. But the NTSB preliminary report reveals a much more complicated chain of events involving ATC communications, emergency response workload, runway status lights, ASDE-X limitations, and human factors. Truck 1 was part of a larger convoy of emergency vehicles. The tower controller cleared Jazz Flight 646 to land, then later cleared Truck 1 and company to cross Runway 4. About 20 seconds before the collision, the airplane was very low on final approach and roughly a quarter mile from the runway. Truck 1 read back the crossing clearance and began moving toward the runway. The controller then instructed Truck 1 to stop, but the truck continued accelerating and entered the runway just before impact. Why the Runway Entrance Lights Turned Off One of the most surprising details in the episode is that the runway entrance lights, or RELs, turned off just before Truck 1 entered the runway. These red in-pavement lights are part of the Runway Status Light system, which is installed at only a limited number of airports. They are designed to warn pilots and vehicle operators when it is unsafe to enter or cross a runway. At first glance, it sounds like the system failed. But Max explains that the lights apparently worked as designed. For arriving aircraft, runway entrance lights illuminate when an aircraft is approaching the runway, then extinguish at each equipped taxiway intersection a few seconds before the aircraft reaches that intersection. That timing supports ATC's use of anticipated separation, which allows controllers to issue clearances based on the expectation that required separation will exist by the time the clearance is actually used. That design may make sense when a crossing aircraft or vehicle is stopped at or near the hold-short line. But in this accident, Truck 1 was already rolling toward the runway and reached the runway edge just as the red lights extinguished. Max explains why that creates a serious human-factors trap. To a pilot or driver, red means stop. When red lights go dark, the intuitive message may be that the danger has ended. But with Runway Status Lights, dark does not mean "go." It only means the lights are no longer providing a stop warning, and an ATC clearance is still required. Why ASDE-X Did Not Alert Controllers The episode also examines why ASDE-X, the airport surface detection system, did not generate an aural or visual alert warning controllers of the conflict. The problem appears to involve the way the system detected the group of emergency vehicles. The responding vehicles were not equipped with transponders, so ASDE-X could not uniquely identify each vehicle. Multiple vehicles were intermittently detected as radar targets, but because they were close together and moving near each other, their radar returns merged and separated in a way that prevented the system from creating high-confidence tracks. At one point, the system displayed only two radar targets where there were actually seven response vehicles. Without reliable tracks for Truck 1 and the other vehicles, ASDE-X could not correlate Truck 1's movement with the landing aircraft and predict the runway conflict. Human Factors: More Than "He Should Have Looked" Max then turns to the human factors that may have affected the fire truck driver, the controllers, and the pilots. The key point is that this was not just a simple case of someone failing to look. A fire truck driver responding to an emergency is in a very different cognitive state from someone conducting a routine runway crossing. Emergency response increases urgency but can degrade scanning, patience, and cross-checking. Stress physiology can narrow visual attention and reduce peripheral awareness. Goal fixation can shift the driver's mental priority from "cross the runway safely" to "get to the emergency." Time pressure can make someone ask the wrong question: not "Is the runway actually clear?" but "Is anything still telling me to stop?" Expectation bias also matters. The driver may have believed that tower, the convoy, and the runway status lights were all part of a protected system. When the red lights extinguished, that may have reinforced the expectation that the runway was available, even though the landing airplane was still only seconds away. The Pilot Safety Lesson For pilots, the takeaway is direct: an ATC clearance is not a guarantee. Controllers can make mistakes. Automation can have blind spots. Warning systems can be technically correct while still creating misleading cues. And when an instruction or transmission is ambiguous, the safest assumption may be that it could apply to you. Max emphasizes that pilots must continue to look for traffic before entering any runway, even after receiving a clearance. Likewise, pilots on final approach should build a mental picture of airport surface activity and listen carefully for runway crossings that could affect them. The LaGuardia collision is a reminder that runway safety depends on more than procedures and technology. It depends on human beings recognizing when a situation is no longer routine, resisting expectation bias, and consciously widening their attention when stress and urgency are trying to narrow it. If you're getting value from this show, please support the show via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle or Patreon. Support the Show by buying a Lightspeed ANR Headsets Max has been using only Lightspeed headsets for nearly 25 years! I love their tradeup program that let's you trade in an older Lightspeed headset for a newer model. Start with one of the links below, and Lightspeed will pay a referral fee to support Aviation News Talk. Lightspeed Delta Zulu Headset $1299NEW – Lightspeed Zulu 4 Headset $1099 Lightspeed Zulu 3 Headset $949Lightspeed Sierra Headset $749 My Review on the Lightspeed Delta Zulu Send us your feedback or comments via email If you have a question you'd like answered on the show, let listeners hear you ask the question, by recording your listener question using your phone. News Stories Port Authority To Add Vehicle Transponders After LaGuardia Collision United 767 Strikes a bakery truck and light pole while landing at Newark Falcon Field Airport imposes landing fees as flight schools warn of collapse NTSB confirms China Eastern Airlines Flight 5735 was a murder-suicide Florida Bans ADS-B Fee Calculation at Airports Jeppesen ForeFlight Introduces Emergency Glide Mode WACO Aircraft Shuts Factory, FBO/MRO To Follow FAA reduces SFO arrival rate amid runway work and safety concerns NTSB Expands Accident Dashboard With Findings Data Mentioned on the ShowBuy Max Trescott's G3000 Book Call 800-247-6553 Free Index to the first 282 episodes of Aviation New Talk So You Want To Learn to Fly or Buy a Cirrus seminars Online Version of the Seminar Coming Soon – Register for Notification Check out our recommended ADS-B receivers, and order one for yourself. Yes, we'll make a couple of dollars if you do. Get the Free Aviation News Talk app for iOS or Android. Check out Max's Online Courses: G1000 VFR, G1000 IFR, and Flying WAAS & GPS Approaches. Find them all at: https://www.pilotlearning.com/ Social Media Like Aviation News Talk podcast on Facebook Follow Max on Instagram Follow Max on Twitter Listen to all Aviation News Talk podcasts on YouTube or YouTube Premium "Go Around" song used by permission of Ken Dravis; you can buy his music at kendravis.com If you purchase a product through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.

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Inside Upshift: Building the Future of Onchain Vaults | Aya Kantorovich

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Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 58:38

Gm! In today's episode, we're joined by Aya Kantorovich, Co-CEO of Upshift, to discuss the development of multi-chain vault infrastructure, its origins in onchain prime brokerage, and key lessons from past market failures. We cover security risks, institutional adoption, evolving regulation, cross-chain expansion, and broader trends including 24/7 markets, credit strategies, and tokenized assets. Enjoy! -- Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://x.com/Lightspeedpodhq Follow Upshift: https://x.com/upshift_fi Follow Aya: https://x.com/aya_kantor Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QHlbNTNS4gc1ZTVh -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (1:24) Upshift's Vault Origin (5:41) Customer Demand Shapes Product (9:18) Vault Security and Risk (17:49) Why Institutions Want Vaults (24:53) Solana Vault Roadmap (32:53) Avoiding Mercenary Capital (38:32) Regulation Gets Easier (42:46) 24/7 Markets and Perps (56:48) Closing Comments -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

83 - Star Tours

90s Disney

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 82:35

Lightspeed for the Moon of Endor as AJ, Mike, and Chris welcome you aboard Star Tours! This classic Disney attraction brought George Lucas's Star Wars universe to the Disney parks around the world in a big way, and its legacy continues today. Learn how motion simulators were first planned for Disneyland, the initial ideas for Star Wars attractions, and how this journey continues today.00:00 May the Fourth Banter01:44 Why Star Tours Now02:25 1987 Pop Culture Time Capsule03:39 Origins of Simulator Rides08:30 Eisner Pushes New IP09:59 Early Star Wars Ride Concepts12:34 Lucas Partnership and Tech15:06 Building the Ride Film18:11 From Inner Space to Star Tours19:25 Grand Opening Hype20:38 Queue Storytelling Begins25:18 Droids and Maintenance Bay27:27 Safety Video and Loading29:28 Boarding the Star Speeder30:46 Cast Member Comedy31:33 Rex Animatronic Reveal32:24 Maintenance Bay Drop33:30 Lightspeed and Comets35:36 Death Star Trench Run37:12 Canon Timeline Debate38:38 Landing and Exit Music39:59 Star Tours Goes Global42:31 Florida Endor Exterior46:04 Star Tours 2.0 Announced48:09 3D And CG Changes49:19 Shutdown and Last Flights51:10 New Scenes and Rebel Spy53:16 DJ Rex Lives On54:50 Personal Ride Memories57:51 Queue Gags and Sponsors59:35 Best Seats and Ride Feel01:00:01 Old Camcorder Disneyland Memory01:00:28 Star Tours 2.0 vs 1.001:01:31 Favorite Adventure Sequences01:02:41 Galaxy's Edge and Star Tours Future01:05:01 Simulators and Theme Park Tech01:06:40 Listener Mail and Weenies01:08:24 Disney Outside Disney Ideas01:11:19 Ride Ads and Merch Splurges01:15:30 Show WrapFollow UsBlue Sky | Facebook | Threads | InstagramEmail: 90sDisneyPodcast@gmail.com

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THE MANDALORIAN & GROGU Promotions Hits LIGHTSPEED! // #339

Star Wars Sessions

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2026 83:57

We're discussing the recently released news and info regarding The Mandalorian & Grogu, including new footage, Adam Savage's behind the scenes look at the film, popcorn buckets, tie-in merch and more! We also answer some great Patreon questions!Support the show via Patreon at patreon.com/starwarssessions from as little as £2/$2/€2 a month and get loads of BONUS EPISODES! Find Star Wars Sessions on Instagram, X, Threads, Bluesky, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube. Contact us at hellothere@starwarssessions.co.ukIntro background music by Kfir Ochaion - remixed by Star Wars Sessions.For everything Sessions, head to starwarssessions.co.ukFor GALAXYPALOOZA news and updates, head to galaxypalooza.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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