Podcasts about The Overnighters

This week, Girls That Create host Erin Prather Stafford offers an encore of her conversation with documentary filmmaker Amanda McBaine.  McBaine directed and produced the 2024 film "Girls State" with her partner, Jesse Moss. Streaming on Apple TV+, the film takes its name from the Girls State program, organized by American Legion Auxiliary departments across the U.S. Sessions are designed to educate and empower U.S. high school students who have completed their junior year and focus on exploring the mechanics of American government and politics. The "Girls State" documentary features a compelling array of young women from different backgrounds and their participation in Missouri's 2022 Girls State. It underscores the significance of civic engagement, the intricacies of democracy, and the influence of female voices in political leadership. Amanda McBaine is an American film director and producer. She has co-directed and produced Girls State (2024), Boys State (2020), and The Mission (2023) with Jesse Moss. She has additionally produced The Overnighters (2014), The Bandit (2016), and Mayor Pete (2021). Host Erin Prather Stafford launched Girls That Create to support the parents and caregivers of creative girls while encouraging greater female representation across the arts. For more information, go to girlsthatcreate.com. Please support UnsilencedVoices.org. WordofMomRadio.com - sharing the wisdom of women, in business and in life.

WAR GAME sweeps audiences into an elaborate future-set simulation that dramatically escalates the threat posed by the January 6, 2021 insurrection. The film follows a bipartisan group of US defense, intelligence, and elected policymakers spanning five presidential administrations as they participate in an unscripted role-play exercise. Portraying a fictional President of the United States and his advisors, they confront a political coup backed by rogue members of the US military in the wake of a contested 2024 presidential election. Like actors in a thriller, but with profound real-world stakes, the players have only six hours to save American democracy. Some of the participants included; WAR GAME co-directors Jesse Moss (Boys State, Girls State, The Overnighters) and Tony Gerber (Full Battle Rattle, Notorious Mr. Bout, Kingdom of the White Wolf, Jane) join us for a spirited conversation on how they came into this project, the importance of VET VOICE in making this possible, the very challenging logistics of capturing the intensity of the exercise and how seriously all the participants were in regard to playing their individual roles. For more go to: wargamefilm.com For more on Vet Voice go to: vvfnd.org/campaigns/war-game To watch go to: wargamefilm.com/tickets

This week Nick and Josh sit down with avid hiker, trail adopter, editor, and (most importantly) listener of the PUDs Podcast Mike Trocchi!Josh and Nick are testing some new podcasting technology, have a rough time golfing, and have a great conversation with Mike Trocchi on all things hiking and White Mountains! Hear how Mike found himself chasing all these Northeast hiking lists, how he and Nick met, their Winter hiking together, Mike's recent completion of Vermont Four-Thousand Footers, Nick's recent Sandwich Range Traverse, Nick's trail is smaller than Mike's (but it still has more elevation gain to get to it), some White Mountains history, and a whole gamut of hiking topics on this we-finally-got-Mike-on-the-podcast-after-we-invited-him-two-months-ago episode of the PUDs Podcast!Episode Links:They Said Teach Us More: Solos, Winter Hiking & Overnighters by Ken BosseThe 4000-Footers of the White Mountains by Steve Smith & Mike DickermanNick's Music Moment:Passive Me, Aggressive You - The Naked and Famous - 2010 Josh's Jazzy Music Moment:Cher Cover by NickSend the PUDs Podcast a Text Message!Facebook:PUDs PodcastInstagram: @pudspodcastTwitter:@pudspodcastEmail:pudspod@outlook.comRecorded and Produced in Black Cat Studios by the PUD Boys

This week, Girls That Create host Erin Prather Stafford welcomes documentary filmmaker Amanda McBaine to the podcast. McBaine directed and produced the 2024 film Girls State with her partner, Jesse Moss. Streaming on Apple TV+, the film takes its name from the Girls State program, organized by American Legion Auxiliary departments across the U.S. Sessions are designed to educate and empower U.S. high school students who have completed their junior year and focus on exploring the mechanics of American government and politics. The Girls State documentary features a compelling array of young women from different backgrounds and their participation in Missouri's 2022 Girls State. It underscores the significance of civic engagement, the intricacies of democracy, and the influence of female voices in political leadership. Amanda McBaine is an American film director and producer. She has co-directed and produced Girls State (2024), Boys State (2020), and The Mission (2023) with Jesse Moss. She has additionally produced The Overnighters (2014), The Bandit (2016), and Mayor Pete (2021). Host Erin Prather Stafford launched Girls That Create to support the parents and caregivers of creative girls while encouraging greater female representation across the arts. For more information, go to girlsthatcreate.com. Please support UnsilencedVoices.org. WordofMomRadio.com - sharing the wisdom of women, in business and in life.

Host Michael Azevedo speaks with Amanda McBaine and Jesse Moss, the co-producers and directors of “Girls State,” a revealing and inspiring documentary follow up to their award-winning 2020 film "Boys State." "Girls State" poses the question: What would American democracy look like in the hands of teenage girls? A political coming-of-age story and a stirring re-imagination of what it means to govern, “Girls State" follows young female leaders — from wildly different backgrounds across Missouri — as they navigate an immersive experiment to build a government from the ground up, form a Supreme Court, and debate the divisive issues of the day. Jesse Moss and Amanda McBaine have collaborated on several high profile film projects in addition to "Girls State" and "Boys State," including "The Mission," "The Overnighters," "Mayor Pete" and "The Bandit," among others. And they just so happen to be husband and wife.  "Girls State" is currently available on Apple TV+.    Making Media Now is sponsored by Filmmakers Collaborative, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting media makers from across the creative spectrum. From providing fiscal sponsorship to presenting an array of informative and educational programs, Filmmakers Collaborative supports creatives at every step in their journey.   About the host: www.writevoicecreative.com and https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-azevedo/   Sound Engineer: A.J. Kierstead 

In 2018, a shocking event made headlines around the world: a young American missionary, John Chau, was killed by arrows while attempting to contact one of the world's most isolated Indigenous peoples on remote North Sentinel Island. From Emmy winning directors Amanda McBaine and Jesse Moss (“Boys State”) with Oscar winning producer Simon Chinn and Emmy-winning producer Jonathan Chinn of Lightbox, comes National Geographic Documentary Films' THE MISSION, which uncovers the gripping story beyond the headlines. Through exclusive interviews and with unprecedented access to Chau's secret plans, personal diaries, and video archives, THE MISSION examines the mythology of exploration that inspired him, the evangelical community that supported his quest, and reveals his own father's heartbreak as Chau's youthful thirst for adventure became a fatal obsession. Co-directors Amanda McBaine and Jesse Moss (Mayor Pete, The Bandit, The Overnighters) join us for a conversation on their approach to telling a story fraught with questions regarding our collective perceptions on indigenous culture, the consequences of religious zealotry, and where does one's selfless devotion end and a blinding messiah complex begin. For more go to: nationalgeographic.com/the-mission

Episode Summary This week on Live Like the World is Dying, Inmn is joined by Blix, a river guide. They talk about the utility of packrafting, the joys and travails of river travel, the state of waterways in the western United States, and how river guides might have the best names for the worst things. Host Info Inmn can be found on Instagram @shadowtail.artificery. Publisher Info This show is published by Strangers in A Tangled Wilderness. We can be found at www.tangledwilderness.org, or on Twitter @TangledWild and Instagram @Tangled_Wilderness. You can support the show on Patreon at www.patreon.com/strangersinatangledwilderness. Transcript Live Like the World is Dying: Blix on Packrafting **Inmn ** 00:16 Hello, and welcome to Live Like The World is Dying, your podcast for what feels like the end times. I'm Inmn, and I'm your host for today. Today I'm being joined by my friend Blix, who is a river guide, and we're going to talk about something that I've been really entranced by but know nothing about and I'm a little terrified by. And that is, traveling on rivers with boats and why it might be a good or bad idea during different emergent disasters. But first, we are a proud member of the Channel Zero Net of anarchist podcasts and here's a jingle from another show on that network. Doo doo doo doo doo doo [Singing the words like an upbeat melody] **Dissident Island Radio ** 01:08 Listen in to Dissident Island Radio live every first and third Friday of the month at 9pm GMT. Check out www.dissidentireland.org for downloads and more. **Inmn ** 01:58 And we're back. Thank you so much for coming on the show today. Could you introduce yourself with your name, pronouns, and what you do in the world? You know, not in an existential sort of way, but what is your connection to packrafting. **Blix ** 02:19 My name is Blix. I use she/they pronouns. I am a river guide in Dinosaur National Monument on the Green River. I like to do more things than just river stuff. I'm really into cycling, and gaming, and anything that gets me outside, but river stuff recently has been my main hobby and passion at the moment. Yeah, what was the last one? What is my "what?" **Inmn ** 02:49 What do you...What is your existential purpose in the world [laughing/joking] **Blix ** 03:02 [Stammers while laughing] I'd like to survive. Yeah. The last one was my connection to packrafting. So initially, I got into river...I mean, I've been doing river stuff since I was a kid. I grew up in northeast Iowa, which is not known for anything river related. Or I mean, there are rivers there, but not in the sense that...not the big water and rapid stuff that you typically hear about with river travel or river hobbies, but I grew up kayaking and canoeing. And then I got a packraft four years ago and I've done a couple pack rafting trips since then. Overnighters. And yeah, I think that was kind of the gateway craft that led me to wanting to be a guide. **Inmn ** 04:02 Yeah, it's funny. I can tell if you were being sarcastic about Idaho rivers **Blix ** 04:08 No, Iowa, Iowa.  **Inmn ** 04:10 Ohhh.  **Blix ** 04:11 Yeah, no. Idaho is very well known for rivers. Yeah, no, Iowa is not...You don't think, "Whoa the rivers in Iowa are amazing." But Idaho, definitely. **Inmn ** 04:25 Yeah, there is--maybe it's not Iowa that I'm thinking of--that it's bordered on each side by rivers. Is that true? **Blix ** 04:35 There's the Mississippi on the east and then on the west I think there is a river but I can't remember... Maybe the Sioux River. **Inmn ** 04:45 Yeah or something. Because there's the...I only know this because of going on bike tour and encountering this bike bro who let us sleep at his house. He just saw us on bikes and was like, "Come over, fellow bike tourists." And we're like, "You know, we need showers." And he told us about something called like, Ragbra... **Blix ** 05:05 Ragbrai. I like Ragbra better. Yeah, yeah. RagBrai is riding from the west side of Iowa to the east, and it changes...the route changes every year. But, I've actually never done it.  **Inmn ** 05:23 It did not really sound fun. Very drunken. **Blix ** 05:25 No, I think it...Yeah. As someone who does not drink, it sounds like my worst nightmare. So, **Inmn ** 05:32 Yeah. But anyways, what...So what is packrafting? **Blix ** 05:38 Yeah, packrafting...So, it's a very specific type of craft where you can deflate it and it's pretty much...the way that I've used it, I've strapped it to the front of my bike. You can shove it in backpacks. It can be made very small, and then when you inflate it, some models of pack rafts, you can take your gear and shove them inside the tubes of the craft so you don't have like a pile of gear on your boat.  **Inmn ** 05:51 Like inside the inflatable part of it?  **Blix ** 06:15 Yes, yep. So I've had friends who've done the Grand Canyon in packrafts--which is nuts and also very impressive to me--but yeah, you can put stuff in the tubes. When you want to get it out, you have to deflate it, obviously. But, you put it all in there, inflate it, you can take it downriver. I know people who've carried a ton of gear, like 50 pounds. I know people who've gone hunting with them. You can obviously, I'm sure you've seen, you can strap your bikes to the front of them as well. **Inmn ** 06:50 This was actually my first question is if you can strap it to your bike, can you also somehow take your bike down river? **Blix ** 06:58 Yeah, yeah, it's...I have a lot of opinions about taking bikes--I think it depends on the river and also your bike. The thing with attaching a bike to a water vessel and then floating down a river is it's really exposed to all the elements. And, bikes and water don't...Like, you don't want to submerge your bike in water. There's a lot of issues that can arise from that. So, it's really hard on your bike. And also it makes the packraft hard to maneuver--obviously because you have this big heavy weight in the front--but you can take the front wheel off your bike, put it on top of the frame, and then you can use straps, and they have strap loops, and--trying to think the word of it--they have places where you can take straps and like loop your bike around so it is fully attached to your packraft. **Inmn ** 07:51 Cool. My first impression from hearing about packrafting is, one, that is exactly what I was hoping it would be. But, I guess some questions within that are that it seems highly versatile or mobile. Which, the the thing about boats that I've always thought is boats are really cool and they're really big and you're kind of tied to a boat, and you're stuck on that body of water where the boat is. But, with this, it seems like you can pretty easily be on the river and then decide to leave the river and take the boat with you? **Blix ** 08:35 Yes, yep. And I think that's why they're so popular. I think they're also more affordable. But, it's a multimodal way to navigate places. And yeah, they've exploded in popularity. And it's kind of funny because packrafts themselves--like there's always been smaller crafts like kayaks and inflatable kayaks--but the packraft is kind of this new concept that's come about where you can pack your gear in the tubes and it packs up super small. Whereas kayaks are this big hard thing of plastic that you have to lug around. You know, same with canoes or even inflatable kayaks. Like, those don't deflate to a point where you'd want to carry them in anything. They're so heavy. So packrafts are kind of this ultralight thing that's come on to the river scene and a lot of parks and monuments--at least the monument I work in, they're not sure what to do with them. They're very particular about...like if you go pack rafting down the river, you have to have a bigger support boat. Like you can't just take your pack raft down the river because it's a single chamber. So, it's just like one...When you inflate it, the whole thing inflates. Whereas, normal rafts...I have another bigger raft. It has four different...or excuse me, mine has two chambers. Giant rafts, like 18 foot rafts, have four chambers and then the floor that inflates. So, the thing with packrafts is if you like pop it or tear it, it's going to be a bad day. And that's, I guess, my only issue with them. But, everything else is great, like how light they are. The trips I've done with packrafts and bikes and anything else, it's really nice to not be lugging around a gigantic raft and all this gear. And, it keeps you from overpacking. **Inmn ** 10:26 Yeah, how small is, "small?" and how light is, "light?" Like, does this fit in your hiking pack? **Blix ** 10:34 Yes, yeah, it could fit in a backpack. Like my handlebars on my bike, it fits in between the grips. Like that's how small it is. I think it packs down to like 8-10 pounds. Like it's, it's still a heavy piece of gear but nothing like a huge 2000 pound raft. You know, to me, I'm like, "Wow, this is very light and small." And then as far as like when you're sitting in it, they make different lengths. But, when I'm sitting in my packraft my feet go all the way to the front of it. And I can't think of how...They would probably be like four feet? Three feet? I don't know. I guess I've never measured mine. I just know that I fit in it. I'm not really a dimensions person. I just know that it's light and it's small. So like really specific stuff--I guess I do know how long my big raft is...But, yeah, with packrafts it's just you in the...Like, there's no room really to put other gear. You can shove stuff up by your feet and behind you, but the main idea is you're putting all of it in the tubes. **Inmn ** 11:40 Yeah, okay. Yeah, I guess hearing that their downfall, I guess, or thing that makes them maybe not a great idea is that they can get punctured. Is that something that's likely to happen. Like, can they get punctured easily? Like, how durable are they? **Blix ** 12:00 I guess the story that comes up is that I went on the Salt River this past spring. That's a river in northeast Arizona. There's like a--It's not the tubing section that everyone thinks about. It's like--whenever I tell people that, they're like, "What? You went whitewater on..." And I'm like, "No." There's an upper section that's a solid class 4 river--which, I suppose I should explain classes maybe after...If you're curious. But yeah, okay. But, basically, the story is we were portaging around this big rapid because I didn't feel comfortable running it. It was the end of the day. And portaging is just finding a route that we're able to walk and carry all our gear. Which, wasn't easy because we were in a very steep narrow canyon. But yeah. Someone dropped their packraft on a cactus, which, you know, you'd think--they popped bike tubes--but, their packraft had multiple holes that needed to be patched. Whereas my...I think the rafts are made of different materials...Like, my raft compared to a packraft...Because the packraft is so light, I don't think they can use as heavy duty material. I know people--and from my own experience--one of our packrafts has like gotten rubbed from paddling. Like the paddle rubbed the side and the side could get rubbed raw and then start to leak air. And I do know a lot of folks with packrafts that have a lot of patches. But, I also know...like this is where it comes into play that you need to be good at not just knowing how to paddle a raft but how to like read a river and know how to navigate water and know what hazards are, because, especially in a packraft, it's such...Like you don't want to tear it. Like even in my raft, I don't want to have a tear, but if you puncture your packraft in a significant way it's gonna sink or just be in a really bad spot. And you're going to be...because it is a single chamber and all your gear is in it...Like, that's a huge risk.  **Inmn ** 14:11 So you might just lose every...  **Blix ** 14:13 You might lose everything. And, I think you would have to mess up significantly for that to happen. But, just knowing certain hazards that I've encountered on rivers and things I've heard from other people...The material my boat's made of is this hypalon. It's really thick. Like. I've rammed it into rocks and like, it's been fine, but I also know if you hit things a certain way the like...like it's almost like a knife has cut through your boat. And I just think yeah, it would just be really...I would be really nervous and a packraft because of the single chamber aspect where if it pops, the whole thing is deflating. Whereas with my boat, if one of my tubes pops, I still have another tube that will stay inflated and I could maybe keep getting down the river...and not lose all my gear. **Inmn ** 15:03 Yeah, yeah. And so I guess with inflatable kayaks, are those usually more durable? Or like have more chambers? **Blix ** 15:13 They have...Each side is a chamber and then the floor is a chamber. The packraft floor is also...Wow, sorry, I usually take my big boat out, so I'm trying...I haven't taken my packraft out in a minute, but, yeah, it's just a big single chamber. But, I know that they're making very sturdy packrafts that can go down class five, like really intense whitewater, that are super durable and capable boats. And I think the technology is getting better because it's becoming so popular. **Inmn ** 15:16 That makes sense. Yeah, I imagine in most things, there's the really dinky one that for maybe nothing more than casual water. **Blix ** 16:02 Yep. No. And it definitely depends. Like, even different companies within the packrafting world use different material. And you can tell just by quality, what's going to be more durable than others. But, inflatable kayaks they are...like you can...We call them duckies. I'm not actually sure why we call them duckies. I've never actually thought about that. Inflatable kayak duckies. But they're very--you can't pack anything in them. So it would just all be shoved at the front of this massive pile. So I think--and also duckies, I don't...They just don't navigate the water as well because they're so long. They just are very awkward to sit on. **Inmn ** 16:46 So, what is involved in planning a river trip, whether that's--I guess specifically in a packraft--but in any kind of river transit with camping situation? **Blix ** 17:01 Yeah, I think it's very similar to backpacking and bike packing in the gear you would take. You can't bring anything super bulky. You have to think about what you can fit in your tubes. A big thing that I look at when I'm planning a river trip are rapids, if there are any, what classes they are. I look at predicted flows of the river, and at what point is it flood stage, and at what point is it too low for me to run it. And this is, I think, more specific for rivers out in the West that are very susceptible to flooding and flash flooding and drying up. And then, I mean, I'm looking at the weather too. Like, do I need to bring rain jackets or food. I don't know. It's really similar to backpacking is the only way I can think about it, where I'm bringing sleeping bags and normal things that I would bring on a trip like that. I think the only difference is water. Like, you're on it so you can just bring some type of treatment to treat it. And then, figuring out where to camp along the river can be complex and complicated as well if there's like private land or, I think again,  this is river dependent, if you're in a canyon there's only certain spots you can stop. So, you have to be aware of like, "I have to go this many miles today. I have to," because there are no other places to stop. And, also paying attention to water temperature and how that'll dictate if I'm wearing normal just active clothes or if I'm wearing a dry suit or a wet suit. And then, if it's a multimodal trip, which is if I'm bringing my bike or if it's just solely a river trip to be a river trip. I think also, I mean, you have to bring poop tubes. Like, you're not really allowed to... **Inmn ** 17:10 Poop tubes? [Confused] **Blix ** 19:00 Poop tubes. Like a PVC...You can do it yourself, but you can make one out of PVC pipe. Have one enclosed so you can pack out your poop.  **Inmn ** 19:15 Okay. [Realizing what a poop tube is] **Blix ** 19:16 Yeah, sorry. You have to poop through a tube. [Joking] No, that's not what's going on. But, with bigger rafts and bigger trips we bring something called a Groover, which is this big, basically, toilet so you're packing all that out. Because, if you're all going to the bathroom on like the same beaches and campgrounds and there's not many of them, it turns into a litter box and it's really gross.  **Inmn ** 19:41 I see. I've heard of this on--and maybe it seems like more...Curious on your perspective. So, I've heard of this on especially popular hiking trails and especially multi-day hiking trails that there are spaces where they've literally just become large toilets. And there's so much human shit around buried. It's a big problem ecologically.  **Blix ** 20:12 No, I think I've read a study where I feel like in a lot of national forest and parks the ground is just...they test soil and it always includes human feces, which is deeply disturbing to me. But, I honestly think--and maybe this is a hot take--I think river folks and people who are on the river are really good at packing out feces. And with...Only because--especially in canyons--and maybe this is different out east--but again, there are only these small little spaces that can be used for camping. So again, if somebody shits everywhere, for some reason, people are going to know. And also the National Monument, at least where I work, keeps track of who's camping--because they assigned campsites to people where they can go--so they would probably know the party that like pooped everywhere. And also, they won't let you on the river unless you have a Groover or a way to pack out your feces. Like, they won't let you. They check your gear list. So, it's a highly regulated and permitted activity. For now. That could change. But even then...I...Yeah, you just have to pack out your poop. And then we all pee in the river. That's just what you do. But yeah, I think typically river folks are better than hiking and yeah...There's emergencies, but we're always carrying Wag Bags too.  **Inmn ** 21:49 Wag Bags?  **Blix ** 21:50 It's basically like a dog bag for your own poop, right? Yeah. Yep. **Inmn ** 22:00 Wow. The river community is certainly, I feel like, better than a lot of other niche sub groups at naming things. **Blix ** 22:09 Oh, yeah. I think it...Even like rapids where I'm like, "Really? This is...this is what this rapid is called?" Like...  **Inmn ** 22:19 Like what?  **Blix ** 22:22 I think a lot of them are just intense names. But, like one of them's called Schoolboy or like Fluffy Bunny Rapid or whatever the hell. And, it's like this is...Yeah, I don't know. We have, I feel like, nicknames for a lot of stuff, but...I guess it separates us from the other people? [Said unconvincingly] But, I think guides and river folk also get a bad rap for being adrenaline junkie, like really intense, obnoxious people. So, I won't say that it's a perfect community by any means because it's not, but it's definitely creative. **Inmn ** 23:03 What are some of the dangers of river travel in general, but I guess, you know, specifically we're talking about packrafting or camping as you raft. **Blix ** 23:13 Oh, man. Yeah, there's a lot. I'm trying to think of what I talk about in my safety talk of things we need to be aware of as people on rivers. I think, in general, with any outdoor activity there's the risks of cuts and bruises and broken bones and infections and just things that can happen day to day even if you're not on a river. So, like camp dangers. Which, I think a big thing with rivers that I see are like injured feet with people taking their shoes off on beaches and then running around and running into the water and getting a stick up their foot. [Inmn makes a horrified reaction noise] Yeah, or cutting their foot on a rock. But, river specific dangers, my own standard is I never want to be in the water. Like, out of my boat in the water. I don't enjoy swimming whitewater. It's a personal project I've tried to work on this past summer by forcing myself to swim in rapids. But, hazards that I think of for packrafting is the same with any other--like even if I was in a big raft I'd be thinking about the same thing--but, Keeper Holes, which is a funny...So think about a huge boulder or rock in a river and there's water pouring over it. There's certain...We call them holes because it creates this like giant space behind the rock where the water is kind of...it can recirculate. And if you fall in, or not fall, but float or are getting carried downstream into one of these, there is a risk that you will not be able to swim out of it where you're just getting recirculated underwater.   **Inmn ** 24:59 I see, yeah.  **Blix ** 25:00 Eternally.  **Inmn ** 25:01 Eternally.  **Blix ** 25:02 Yeah. And, I know you said you have fears about rivers. I don't want to freak you out, but... **Inmn ** 25:11 No, please.  **Blix ** 25:13 Okay.  **Inmn ** 25:14 Yeah, I have an utter fascination with water and water travel and also a, you know, horrifying fear of water, which is weird because I'm a triple water sign, but moderately terrified. **Blix ** 25:28 I think it's okay to be afraid of rivers, because when things go wrong, they go wrong very quickly. And you also are on a timeline if someone is in the water, if that makes sense. But, another thing that I think about for hazards is something called a Strainer. So that's when... **Inmn ** 25:29 Y'all are really good at naming things. **Blix ** 25:29 I know, I know. It's terrifying. So, it's when a tree or log falls into the river. And, the way I describe it in my safety talk is when you use strainers at home and you dump the water through, the water goes through, but the noodles get stuck, right?  **Inmn ** 26:10 Yeah.  **Blix ** 26:10 We are human noodles.  **Inmn ** 26:12 Oh God.  **Blix ** 26:12 So, when there's logs or sticks, they tend to pile up in the river and create this huge entrapment hazard. So, if you get flushed into one of those, it's pretty difficult to get out. Like, you will probably get trapped. Another thing is something called foot entrapment, which happens when rivers are shallower. And this is when you're in the water and you can feel the bottom of the river and you're thinking, "Oh, I'm gonna stand up to stop myself." So, you stand up. There's tons of rocks and sticks under the water. Your foot can get stuck under them and push you underwater because you're still...like the pressure of the water is still coming on to you. Does that makes sense? [Inmn makes an affirmative sound] So, you don't ever want to stop yourself with your feet. **Inmn ** 27:01 Okay, that would be my first instinct. **Blix ** 27:04 Yeah, don't do that. Yeah, that's a huge hazard. It's super easy to avoid. For me, that would be the scariest thing that could happen hazard-wise on a river, as my own person. And...because your instinct is "I'm gonna put my feet down to stand up." Yeah, but I've had close calls with foot entrapment. And, if you have even one of them, you will never do it again, just because of how quick the water will push you under. Super scary. Another hazard...[Laughing. Overwhelmed] I'll just keep going? **Inmn ** 27:41 Please tell me all of the ways that I can perish on the river. Which will definitely mean that I will try packrafting. [Dry and sarcastic] **Blix ** 27:49 Yeah. I think you should. It's super fun. I think, again, being aware of these hazards and knowing what to do in situations or read the river. Reading rivers is going to empower you. And I think fear is just a lot of what we don't understand or know, right? And on rivers like--I mean, there's also very legitimate fears of like, "This is fucked."--but, rivers, usually if I can see a log in the river, I know to not go near it. If I'm in the water, I know not to stand up and put my feet down to stop myself. But... **Inmn ** 28:31 No, that makes sense. That is the line that we keep saying on this podcast is preparedness is all about preparing for things that you're afraid of so that you don't have to think about them anymore because you have a plan. And this seems to just be that.  **Blix ** 28:48 Yeah. No, and I'm terrified of all these things, but I should know what to do if that happens. Yeah, there's... I'm trying to think. Other hazards are like Sieves where it's like rock fall and it funnels you through a really tight space and you can get jammed in there. Undercut walls or rocks is when the water erodes away the space underneath it and creates a pocket for you to get sucked under and into. [Inmn makes noises of terror] I'm so sorry. **Inmn ** 29:24 You all can't see me obviously. But, I assume I have this look of just visceral terror.  **Blix ** 29:31 Yeah, that's all right. That's...Usually when I give a safety talk, everyone's faces turn from excitement to complete terror. Or, sometimes kids start crying and I'm like, "Okay, let's go have fun on the river today!" Those are kind of the big ones that I can think of off the top of my head besides drowning. Drowning is...You know, cold water is a huge one where if you're In the water and it's freezing, your body is gonna start shutting down. I think you have 10 minutes to like figure it out.  **Inmn ** 30:07 Ten minutes!?   **Blix ** 30:07 Yeah. I think sometimes even less time. **Inmn ** 30:10 In like what temperature water? **Blix ** 30:14 Um. Oh geez. I feel like 50 degrees, maybe 60? I think it also is body dependent and how well your body is insulated or able to keep warm. Yeah, there's definitely...Like, the start of my season, I'm wearing a dry suit. Which is...Are you? I guess I could explain?  **Inmn ** 30:38 Yeah, a dry suit keeps you dry. Wetsuit keeps you a little bit wet but in a way that is insulative and warm? **Blix ** 30:45 Yeah, so like wetsuits work by, you get wet, but the water close to your body, that's contained in the wetsuit, warms up to your body temperature. So, it's keeping you--at least that's how I understand it--so, it's keeping you somewhat warm. Dry suit is a suit you wear that has gaskets over your wrists and neck and your feet. You're completely enclosed in this goretex super suit. You look super cool. But nothing...You could wear street clothes underneath and they would stay perfectly dry. **Inmn ** 31:17 So you can go LARP [Live Action Role Play] in your like "Dune" LARP?  **Blix ** 31:22 Yeah,basically, it's like a...What is it, still suit? But the opposite. It's not keeping moisture in. Just keeping you dry and warm, hopefully. But yeah. Those are like the hazards I can think of off the top of my head. **Inmn ** 31:39 And then there's the obvious ones, like anything related to camping or being outdoors? **Blix ** 31:43 Yeah. And, you know, you probably want to wear a helmet when you're rafting because of impacts with rocks or...You know, like, there's a lot of things that can go wrong once you're in the water, depending on what kind of rapid you're in or anything like that. **Inmn ** 32:03 Yeah. And there's a thing called swiftwater rescue? **Blix ** 32:11 Yep, um, I am swiftwater rescue certified. And I think if anyone is doing any type of river activity that you should definitely take the class. I don't know. It's expensive, but the knowledge you gained from it, I think, just keeps not only yourself safe as you can be on the river but everybody else around you. And it teaches you things like wading correctly, you know, throw bag techniques, if you wrap a boat, or how to unpin a raft that's wrapped around a rock potentially, techniques for helping people who are like in a foot entrapment situation, which isn't great, swimming out to people, how to swim in whitewater, or try to swim in Whitewater, how to, if you can't get away from a strainer, what to do if you are coming upon logs and sticks in the water. I will say my swiftwater class kind of terrified me because it just made me hyper aware of everything that could go wrong and then what I would possibly have to do to help somebody. But yeah, super intense class physically and mentally. And, yeah, it taught me a lot. But I do feel like I would be able to help in a rescue situation instead of just being some random person who's like just panicking and being like, "I don't know what to do!" So, that feels good. But I would probably still panic to a certain degree. **Inmn ** 33:52 That makes sense, because the principle of any kind of first aid or rescue is, "Don't become another patient."  **Blix ** 34:02 Right?  **Inmn ** 34:03 And so, if you're not trained to rescue someone from one of those situations,  it might be just more dangerous to try to rescue them. **Blix ** 34:13 Yeah. And it's frustrating. It makes me think, like, I take a lot of families down the river and there's, you know, small kids. And, parents always make the comment, "Well, if my kid goes in, I'm gonna jump in after them," which is, you know, then me as a guide, I have to figure out in that scenario, possibly, "Am I saving the parent or the kid?"  **Inmn ** 34:14 Yeah.  **Blix ** 34:14 If I can. Obviously, I want to try to save both but...and I always tell parents, "Hey, if you're not trained in swiftwater rescue, I would not recommend jumping out of my raft to help your kid. You're more help to me in this raft than you are in the water trying to help your child." **Inmn ** 35:02 Yeah. Do you ever just tell them bluntly, "If you do that, then I will be in a situation where I have to choose between which one of you to save." **Blix ** 35:11 Yeah, no. Yeah, I do tell them that if they're being very serious about it and I also try to remind folks that untrained first responders have a very high mortality rate. Which, it's like, you know, I don't understand because I don't have children, but I've seen people I care about swimming in rapids and of course I want to help them but jumping into whitewater is never a good solution. But yeah, I do tell them, "You're gonna make me have a really hard decision to save you or your child, possibly." So. Yeah, it just makes it more complicated. **Inmn ** 36:02 To switch gears a little bit, you know, away from all the grim horror...  **Blix ** 36:07 Yeah.  **Inmn ** 36:08 ...And into some more but differently contextualized grim horror. So, one of the big reasons I wanted to have someone on to talk about packrafting is that we have a lot of...I think knowing different ways to travel is incredibly important and, you know, coupled with my fear of water but also my fascination with water and boat travel, is when I saw "Fellowship of the Ring" when I was ten all I could think about was boat travel, boat travel, boat travel. **Blix ** 36:49 As one does when they watch that movie, more so than anything else in that movie. [Laughing] **Inmn ** 36:53 Yeah, they really...They really made a fun choice...or Tolkein when writing that and they're like, "And then they got on boats," and it's like holy crap. Incredible. How do I get a boat? **Blix ** 37:05 How do I get a boat that looks that cool?  **Inmn ** 37:09 How do I get a boat that looks that cool? And, you know, I feel like the boats that they have in that book are, they're made by elves, and so they're kind of packraftish in that they're abnormally light.  **Blix ** 37:24 Yes.  **Inmn ** 37:25 And so they like do--I'm going to use a fun word that I just learned, I think--portage.  **Blix ** 37:30 Yes.  **Inmn ** 37:31 They get the points where they're like, "Yeah, that's a waterfall. I guess we're gonna pick up the boat and carry it around." **Blix ** 37:37 Yeah. And it's a super light elf boat, so it weighs nothing. I'm sure that one person could carry it, knowing the elves. **Inmn ** 37:43 Yeah. But, the part that was really interesting to me, too, is the reasons why they took to the river and why I'm interested in learning about packrafting, which is, you know, the big reason that they did that was to sneak past the orcs ,which...or the enemy who had all the roads watched, they had the woods patrolled, and they were suddenly in the situation where they were like, "Well, we got to get there somehow."  And so, they took to the river. And so, the thing that I...The piece that I want to bring into the context now is from a situation of preparedness, whether that's preparing for road closures due to the malicious setting of checkpoints or the road is destroyed due to some other kind of disaster...You know, these disasters could be that a right-wing militia has taken over your state, and you're trying to leave that state right, to a more environmentally related disaster has destroyed some kind of key infrastructure, and you are looking for an alternative means to get somewhere. And yeah, I'm curious...I'm wondering if you have ever thought about this and if you have any opinions if...would packrafting help you? Could packrafting be a useful thing in your preparedness kit? **Blix ** 39:18 Yeah, I've definitely thought about this. I think it...Well, it depends. I think in Arizona, we don't have a ton of rivers that we could--and they all for the most part are like...you know, there is an endpoint. And they are going literally...Like, once you're on the river, you are stuck going that way. I do think because of...Getting to the entry point--I'm just thinking of the Salt river because it's the river that we have here. Also, you could do the Grand Canyon, but that's really intense... **Inmn ** 39:59 And like maybe our context out here in the west in Arizona is like...It's not specifically what I'm thinking of. **Blix ** 40:06 Yeah, just in general. **Inmn ** 40:07 Where, there's obviously other places with much more dense and spread out waterways.  **Blix ** 40:13 Yeah. I think it would be a very quick and efficient way to travel if you had a specific place you're going to along that route because you're not encumbered by like...Like, if people are backpacking or biking, you can't just start cutting...Like, backpacking you could cut right into a forest. But, if I was on a bike, I couldn't just turn my bike off the road and just start riding through a forest. Like, that would be super slow. I'd probably be walking my bike a lot. Whereas with river travel, you can go--I think it's, again, river dependent on the speed of the water and a lot of that stuff...But, I don't imagine that people would be patrolling waterways the way they would do with roads. The only thing I think about is if you're on a river anywhere, you'd have to think about when I need to exit before I get to go past a town or go under a bridge, because I think bridges would be huge points where people would post up at, or entry points into a certain area. So, you'd have to think about when I would need to get off to avoid those places. And then how would I get back onto the river? Can I get back onto it? Is there an access point? I'd be thinking about, you know, are their dams on the way? But yeah, honestly, if I could find a way to get onto the Salt River, I would try to post up in there for a while. Especially during the initial fallout. Because I think, if I can anticipate that and get to the river, I could stay in there with enough food in my packraft to be there for maybe two or three weeks because I have unlimited water for the most part, if the Salt's flowing, but it's a very steep narrow canyon that people can't access very well. But, I do wonder if other people would have the same idea with like, "There's water there. And it's hard to get to." **Inmn ** 40:14 Yeah, like, that's the interesting thing about it is it provides these weird little--not like short cuts--but these fairly easy routes through a lot of places that could otherwise be hard to access, but you're also then stuck on it. So yeah, it seems like a double-edge sword. **Blix ** 42:16 It is. And I think, especially with really remote rivers, like even the rivers that I guide on, there's pretty much one way to get in, and then you're in a canyon for a really long time, and there's one way to get out. And like there's a few evacuation points here and there that we've used--they're not great to hike out of--but, I would worry that those sites would also be...Like, would people think to have guards there or set up there to catch people coming down the river? You know? Like, possibly. You know, who knows? I also just...I don't think like...Like, when I think right-wing militia, I feel like they all have jet boats. So, they're not going to be thinking about these little streams and stuff that you can take a packraft on. **Inmn ** 43:37 Yeah, and there's so many weird small water arrays. You know, not here in Arizona, but... **Blix ** 43:41 Right. Well, I'm just thinking like Minnesota, there's tons of creeks and rivers and lakes and there's islands in the lakes that are...Like, think places you can get to that you could like...If it's only accessible via water, you could have stashes there that other people couldn't get to. **Inmn ** 44:02 Yeah. So, a weird dream that I had as a 20 year old oogle.  **Blix ** 44:10 Yes. Perfect. [Laughing] **Inmn ** 44:15 Was to set up funny little like--I didn't realize that I was thinking about this like being a prepper--I was like, "I want to set up all these like little caches. Like, I want to build these weird sheds with bikes and little like inflatable rafts and food stores underneath them. And so you could just, you know, ride trains or whatever and just end up at the weird little safe house, bunker ,like whatever, cache. I got weirdly obsessed with it. I wish that I had been cool enough to have actually done it, but I absolutely did not. Only fantasized about it.  **Blix ** 44:54 No, I think...I do think it's a great option. I don't think it's the end-all thing that you should completely stick to. I think it should be like a multimodal thing. I think, honestly, backpacking and packrafting is like the best combination. Because, I think about with just backpacking, like what if there is a river you need to cross? Or, a body of water that you have to cross and you don't want to swim with a huge backpack? I don't know. I just...And I don't think people...Like, they're gonna be traveling by road, bikes, cars, like I don't think packrafts are well known enough, currently, that people would be looking for crafts in water, especially in smaller waterways. **Inmn ** 44:54 Yeah, yeah. And I feel like that is exactly what the Fellowship of the Ring thought. **Blix ** 45:50 Yes. Yes. I also think...One thing is like, what if the orcs just went to the river edge? They could just pick them off. Like they're moving fast, but I also think you could shoot arrows at them? **Inmn ** 46:09 So, they did at some point. They only traveled at night to make it harder for them to shoot at them. **Blix ** 46:14 Yeah, Right. Right. No, it's okay. **Inmn ** 46:17 But, you know, we do have this dissimilar...We're not on an equal playing field with like bows and arrows in the dark vs the kind of technology that people have access to now with guns and things like that. That would be my first thing is like, if I was going down a major waterway in a canyon, like I would probably not choose this as a way to escape a militia. Like, you're on a canyon wall with a long range gun... **Blix ** 46:47 Yeah, for sure. **Inmn ** 46:48 ...And I'm a tiny slow moving object out in the open... **Blix ** 46:51 Right. No, It's something that I also think about where it would be so easy to just put yourself in a really bad spot if you chose the wrong waterway to go on. Like, I would never be like, "I would use a packraft to travel the Mississippi in those types of times," because I think people would just be near them. I do think though, like, hard to access canyons are still...Like, if you needed to just lay low for a while, would be the place to go. Because, I think the amount of effort it would take to post up on a canyon edge in some of those places is astronomical. Like, no one, I feel like, is going to go--unless you're someone who was really important for people to get to or--like, no one's going to put in that effort, especially in the desert with water being so scarce and like...Yeah. **Inmn ** 46:52 Yeah, Always fun to think about these, you know...Like, "fun." ["Fun," said in a dry sarcastic and questioning way] These terror fantasies that we might be encountered with in the next decade or...currently of far-right violence and having to figure out creative ways to escape it. But, also always want to think about more environmentally related disasters. Like I think...It's like there's things that I...I get really scared here in the desert. Like, one of the big things that I am scared of is getting physically trapped here if there's like gas and energy crisis. **Blix ** 48:33 Oh, right. Yes. Yeah. **Inmn ** 48:34 Figuring out alternative ways to leave--which like, packrafting is not the solution to do that--but thinking about in other places, like, you know, if we're not expecting...like, if our main threat model isn't far-right violence, could packrafting or river travel in general--and maybe we're graduating to the larger raft at this point--could river travel be a helpful thing during other kinds of disasters? **Blix ** 49:06 I think, well, I think of forest fires, like escaping to a body of water or a canyon is a great way to try to mitigate being trapped in a forest that's literally on fire. Because a lot...hopefully nothing's going to catch on fire in the water. That'd be wild.  **Inmn ** 49:06 Stranger things have happened. **Blix ** 49:06 Yeah, I know. So yeah, I think as a means to escape forest fires is great. I think the one thing I think about, especially here in the West, is where our water is going to go. And as someone who guides on a tributary to the Grand Canyon, and the Grand Canyon obviously feeding into Lake Powell and Glenn Canyon and all that stuff, people are constantly talking about water and water rights. And, you know, my fear is that we're...People are going to start hoarding. And by people, I mean, companies and government, they're going to hoard water in these giant reservoirs. And, they're not going to release any to fill up canyons and river beds because it's just going to be such a critical resource. And my thought is that when it gets to that point, they are going to shut off the reservoirs from releasing water and they are just going to keep all of it.  **Inmn ** 49:44 Oh no. **Blix ** 50:18 And, I don't know that river travel will be feasible in the West, except if it's on an undammed river, which there's only...I think the Yampa River, which is a river I guide on, is the last undammed tributary to the Grand Canyon. It is like one of the last wild rivers, which is super susceptible to floods. So, that's another disaster. Whereas with climate change, we're getting these more extreme...Like, they had almost record breaking snowfall in Colorado in the area that feeds into this river. So, the river was flowing at this...It was fine at like 22,000 CFS, which is cubic feet per second. And the way I describe this to people, it's like if I threw a rope from one riverbank to the other, and every second 22,000 basketball sized amounts of water is flowing by.  **Inmn ** 51:35 Wow.   **Blix ** 51:35 Or you could say baby-sized. 22,000 babies are floating by every second. So, it's a ton of water, which being on a river that has that...And so it can be up to, you know, I think the highest flow the Yampa has ever been is like 30,000, which is...I can't even fathom how scary that river would be. But, it can go all the way down to no flow at all. So like, if you can't...if people take out river gauges there's no way of knowing what the flows are going to be for rivers. You would have to show up there with your watercraft and be like, "Well, I hope there's water for me to escape," which I think river travel in the east or a place where there's more water is a better solution than river travel out here in the West. But, as far as natural disasters go and things that could happen, like, if you're trying to escape somewhere due to that, I think we're in a pretty not great place here. Like, the only river I can think of would be going down the Grand. Which is really big water. It ends in...you know, like...You know, like, it's so dependent on...and especially like what if they blow up dams? What if they blow up the reservoirs? Which, what if you're camped along that canyon and someone upstream blows up the reservoir? This is again, all things I've thought about, where it's like, you're gonna get washed away. **Inmn ** 53:11 Yeah, very true. They did just do that in Ukraine. Russia blew up the largest reservoir in Europe. **Blix ** 53:20 Oh, wait. Yes. Yeah, I did see that. Yep. So that's something...I mean, it's something I think about where I think people would blow that up, especially if people downstream needed water. **Inmn ** 53:34 Yeah. Yeah. **Blix ** 53:38 Sorry this is...[Both making sounds about how grim this all is] But...I know...But, I also think the river lends itself to...You know, like, there's fish. You can eat fish, you can...There's lots of food and really fertile soil that can grow along rivers. So, if you had to post up and figure it out, like, I would want to be close to a body of water. **Inmn ** 54:03 Thank you for bringing it back to hope and why this could be helpful. **Blix ** 54:05 Yeah, right. And I think a thing with river stuff as well, and why I love it so much, is it's not an activity that you necessarily want to do alone. In fact, I would like recommend that no one do any river activity alone. But like, you want to be with a community of people on the water, like setting up safety, and sending someone downstream to check that there's no river hazards, and then like having people come through, and you're working as a team constantly. And, you can have people...Like, if someone is injured, someone else could take more gear and like it's...You can carry more things in a pack raft than you could on your back because like--I mean, eventually I think you'd have to carry them on your back--but the water is going to help you with that weight. Or, you can even pull another empty packraft behind you with more gear. Yeah, I think I would very much want to be close to a body or water or a river of some kind. **Inmn ** 54:07 Cool. Um, I think I...One of my last questions is--I'm expecting the answer to be grim again [Blix makes a disappointing groan]--but I'm curious as someone who like works on waterways in the West, how are they? What are they like with climate change? **Blix ** 55:26 Oh, yeah. River or the canyons or the water itself? **Inmn ** 55:33 Everything. Yeah, water and canyons in the West. Yeah, I'm terrified to hear the answer. **Blix ** 55:42 So, I think I notice...Like, when they had to fill up Glen Canyon, I think it was last year, they did a big dam release from the Flaming Gorge dam, which is up river where I guide. So, I'm kind of hyper aware of when shit is bad downstream because they have to do these big releases. But I know this year was a really good year for rivers, especially the ones I guide on, because of the large snowfall that they got in Colorado. Like, we had really high nice water forever. The rivers were all really healthy. But, I think I've...Two years ago I took a group of politicians from Utah down the river. They were like Congress people. Because my company did it. I wasn't like, "I want to take these people..." No, I would never be like, "I want to take these people down the river." But< the point of it was to show these--they were all men--to show these men that the rivers were worth saving, and not like damming up, not drilling for oil and everything in this area. And the moment we got back in the vans to shuttle back, they started talking about canyons they had seen to dam up along the route we had gone on.  **Inmn ** 57:04 Oh my god.  **Blix ** 57:07 But, I think it's because all the water that I guide on is already owned by somebody downstream. **Inmn ** 57:18 Okay, like, “owned by” because it gets used? **Blix ** 57:21 Yes. Like, the Green River gives water to 33 million people. But, it's bizarre to think about water as being something that's owned? **Inmn ** 57:40 I thought it was like that one thing that wasn't for a while. **Blix ** 57:43 Same. No, it's coming to light that it has been. Yeah. But, we mention that to a lot of people we take down the river that all this water belongs to somebody else. Like, this is not ours. This is not like our collective water. **Inmn ** 58:00 Yeah. It's not here for our collective survival. **Blix ** 58:03 Yeah, no, it's for somebody downstream. Which, I mean, they need water too. But I think it's...honestly the rivers I guide on--and maybe this is again is a hot take--but I am not hopeful that they will flow within the next 10 years. I think as water rights and like water wars become more prevalent, I think states are going to start withholding. Like, I think Flaming Gorge is mostly in Wyoming and they could decide to just not--I think it would have a chain reaction if they decided to not leave water let water out. Because all the farms downstream would die. Blah, blah, blah. People would be without that. But um, yeah. But, I'm also, with climate change, it was odd. Like, the first year I worked there, there was no water, there was hardly any water coming down the river. It was super low. Our boats were getting stuck. And I just became hyper aware of how fucked stuff was for some reason. But then this year was so good for water that I was like, "Oh, maybe it won't be so bad." But then I keep...You know, like I think it really...Who's to say? If they dam up more rivers, which I think they might start, then I think that's going to change the game a lot for river travel and it's going to be really dependent on how much water we have access to. **Inmn ** 58:03 Yeah, yeah. Which, that's one of the big key problems is not necessarily there being lack of water, but rather that water is being mismanaged or hoarded. **Blix ** 59:46 Yeah, I think it's a combination of all of that. And where I guide it's desert, but then the valley after the canyon is all alfalfa fields, which is a really water intensive crop.  So then and I...Like, they flood their fields. And it's just like this disconnect of this is not like an infinite resource. And, it's interesting to me that that is this...Yeah, there's a whole lot to unpack with water rights and water usage. And, I think that could even trickle to out East. You know, because who's to say that they won't suffer droughts and experience creeks and rivers drying up? But...I know that is kind of a grim answer. But... **Inmn ** 59:47 The name of the show is Live Like the World is Dying.  **Blix ** 1:00:46 True.  **Inmn ** 1:00:47 Okay. Well, that's about all the time that we have for today. Is there? Is there anything else? Is there anything that I didn't ask you that I should have asked you or that you would really love to bring into the conversation? Or have any last words of hope for the river? Or just like why...Is packrafting fun? Is it just fun? **Blix ** 1:01:13 It is fun. Yeah, I really want to encourage anyone who's curious about going on rivers or river travel, I love it. Because, I think I mentioned, it's such a community oriented activity versus backpacking and bike packing and other stuff I do that's very, "You're the individual out there fending for yourself," for river stuff I really love because you're always working as a team. You're always trying to keep everybody safe. You learn a lot about yourself. Learning to read rivers, I think, is like a superhero skill. Like, I feel like a tracker. Like, I feel like Aragorn, like, "Oh, I can read this like little miniscule thing that maybe other people missed. And I know..." Like, it's a really cool thing to look at a river and being able to tell what is causing certain waves or currents. Understanding that, I think is...Even if you're just someone who has to cross a river every now then, whether you're backpacking or bikepacking, like being able to figure out the safest place to cross is an important skill to have. But, river river travel and rafting and all that is super fun. Yeah, I would love to have more friends who do river stuff. So yeah. **Inmn ** 1:01:22 Cool. Well, thanks so much for coming on. And good luck on the river. **Blix ** 1:02:38 Thank you so much. **Inmn ** 1:02:43 Thanks so much for listening. If you enjoyed the show then go packrafting with your bike and then please tell me about it or invite me along to live out my "Lord of the Rings" fantasies. Or, you can just tell people about the show. You can support this podcast by telling people about it. You can support the show by talking about it on social media, by rating, and reviewing, and doing whatever the nameless algorithm calls for. And, you can support us on Patreon at patreon.com/strangersinatangledwilderness. Our Patreon helps pay for things like transcriptions or our lovely audio editor, Bursts, as well as going to support our publisher, Strangers in a Tangled Wilderness. 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Overnighters, Episode 624: Politics and Crypto Collide Another Bank Bites the Dust SEC's Crypto Assault Crypto's Global Impact BRICS' Crypto Threat Museum's Metaverse Move The TL;DL   Politics and Crypto Collide - Minnesota welcomes crypto for campaign donations, while a U.S. Congressman finds himself amidst a crypto scam. This contrast shows crypto's growing but contentious role in politics. Another Bank Bites the Dust - The closure of Heartland Tri-State Bank signifies another blow to traditional banking. As faith in these institutions wanes, the appeal of decentralized financial systems grows. SEC's Crypto Assault - Pro-XRP lawyer John Deaton criticizes the SEC for its perceived bias against the crypto industry. This tension reflects the ongoing power shifts within the financial landscape. Crypto's Global Impact - Peru tightens regulations on crypto exchanges, while Israel eyes Decentralized Autonomous Organizations. These moves show the varying governmental responses to the crypto industry. BRICS' Crypto Threat- With rumors of a common BRICS currency and potential expansion, the economic bloc could significantly influence the global crypto scene. Museum's Metaverse Move - The British Museum ventures into the metaverse with The Sandbox, showcasing how traditional institutions are embracing digital innovation. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/30/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 624: SBF's Trouble With Tether Pierce Challenges SEC Banking Giants Rally for Regulation Lawmakers Probe Apple Japan's Crypto Tax Haven? SEC Binance Unite The TL;DL   SBF's Trouble With Tether - Former FTX chief Sam Bankman-Fried, under house arrest, stirs up speculation about his possible cooperation with DoJ on crypto-related probes. His connection to Tether's case raises intriguing questions. Peirce Challenges SEC - SEC warns accountants auditing crypto firms of potential legal liabilities. Hester Peirce, the 'Crypto Mom', opposes the warning, sparking debate about stifling crypto industry growth. Banking Giants Rally for Regulation - The Bank Policy Institute supports Senator Warren's Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Act. This unexpected alliance could reshape digital asset regulations, igniting industry controversy. Lawmakers Probe Apple - U.S. lawmakers scrutinize Apple's App Store guidelines for potentially stifling blockchain and NFT tech. The probe could significantly impact future crypto apps on the App Store. Japan's Crypto Tax Haven? - Japan's Blockchain Association proposes a tax law revision to make Japan more crypto-business-friendly. This shift could make Japan a major hub for crypto businesses. SEC Binance Unite - SEC and Binance unite against Eeon's intervention request in a lawsuit. This unexpected alliance shows the complexity of crypto regulations and the surprising alliances it can spawn. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/29/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 622: Crypto Bills Advance Worldcoin Under Investigation Crypto.com Wins Dutch Approval Binance vs CFTC: A Crypto Battle The TL;DL   Crypto Bills Advance - The U.S. House advances two crucial crypto bills - the 'FIT for the 21st Century Act' and the stablecoin legislation, amidst controversies and debates. Worldcoin Under Investigation - The French data protection agency, CNIL, scrutinizes Worldcoin, an OpenAI-backed project, for its iris scan data collection methodology. Crypto.com Wins Dutch Approval - Crypto.com achieves a landmark victory as the Dutch central bank officially registers it as a crypto service provider, ahead of new EU laws. Binance vs. CFTC: A Crypto Battle - Binance files a motion to dismiss the lawsuit by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), arguing that the regulator is overstepping its jurisdiction. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/28/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 622: RFK Jr. Buys Bitcoin for Kids SBF's DOJ Showdown US House Backs Crypto Bill Binance's Regulatory Rollercoaster Canada's Crypto Regulation Update SEC Slams Quantstamp The TL;DL   RFK Jr. Buys Bitcoin for Kids - Robert F. Kennedy Jr. invests in Bitcoin for his seven children and advocates for Bitcoin-backed US dollar and exemption from capital gains tax. SBF's DOJ Showdown - Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried faces legal issues with the U.S. Department of Justice over alleged leak of a private diary. US House Backs Crypto Bill - The U.S. House Financial Services Committee advances a bipartisan bill to establish a regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies. Binance's Regulatory Rollercoaster - Amidst global regulatory scrutiny, Binance withdraws from German financial regulator BaFin's licensing process but pledges to comply with EU regulations. Canada's Crypto Regulation Update - Canada's financial regulator, the OSFI, proposes stringent new guidelines for banks and insurance companies dealing with crypto assets. SEC Slams Quantstamp - Blockchain security firm Quantstamp faces SEC charges over an unauthorized ICO, leading to a settlement that includes a hefty penalty and refund to investors. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/27/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 621: CBDC Alert (Nigeria, Pelau)  Namibia Embraces Crypto BRICS Bloc's Bold Move Blessings of God Scam Exposed Mashinsky Faces DOJ Heat The TL;DL   CBDC Alert (Nigeria, Palau) - Nigeria's eNaira struggles with adoption due to usability and infrastructure issues while Palau's stablecoin, the Kluk, sees early success. Namibia Embraces Crypto - Namibia passes the Virtual Assets Act 2023 to regulate crypto, signaling a shift from its 2017 decision to ban cryptocurrency exchanges. BRICS Bloc's Bold Move - The BRICS bloc plans its largest summit yet, excluding Western countries, and considers a common currency that could challenge the U.S. dollar. Blessings of God Scam Exposed - Tennessee couple defrauds over 100 people of $6 million through a cryptocurrency investment scam, highlighting the importance of due diligence. Mashinsky Faces DOJ Heat - The U.S. DOJ builds a case against Celsius' founder, Alex Mashinsky, for securities fraud, emphasizing the regulatory scrutiny faced by the crypto industry. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/26/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 620: CBDC Alert (Russia)  Worldcoin Under UK Watch Wyoming's Stablecoin Move Rain Gets UAE Crypto License EU Eyes Stablecoin Issuers Ex-CFTC Chair Talks Stablecoins The TL;DL   CBDC Alert (Russia) - Putin signs digital ruble bill, launching a Central Bank Digital Currency that could potentially evade Western sanctions and control citizen spending. Worldcoin Under UK Watch - OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's project, Worldcoin, is under scrutiny by the UK's Information Commissions Office for its data processing practices. Wyoming's Stablecoin Move - Wyoming is making a significant step towards launching its own stablecoin, demonstrating state-level acceptance of digital assets amidst regulatory challenges. Rain Gets UAE Crypto License - Rain, a cryptocurrency firm, gets licensed by Abu Dhabi's financial regulator, marking a significant milestone in UAE's journey to becoming a hub for digital assets. EU Eyes Stablecoin Issuers - The European Banking Authority proposes draft rules that could increase capital requirements and centralize supervision for stablecoin issuers linked to the financial system. Ex-CFTC Chair Talks Stablecoins - Former CFTC Chairman Timothy Massad emphasizes the potential of stablecoins as a bridge between the crypto world and the real world, urging governments not to dismiss them. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/25/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 619: CBDC Alert (FedNow) X Coin Rises as Twitter Rebrands Worldcoin WLD Mainnet Live SBF Agrees to be Gagged FSC Eyes Crypto Regulations The TL;DL   CBDC Alert (FedNow) - FedNow's launch sparks speculation about a potential US CBDC amid privacy concerns. X Coin Rises as Twitter Rebrands - Twitter's rebrand to "X" under Musk leads to an unexpected surge in a little-known digital asset. Worldcoin WLD Mainnet Live - Worldcoin's mainnet launch marks a significant step in biometric data use for verification but raises privacy and regulatory questions. SBF Agrees to be Gagged - SBF agrees to court-imposed "gag order", raising questions about the role of public commentary in legal proceedings. FSC Eyes Crypto Regulations - FSC reviews several legislations that could change how the digital asset ecosystem is governed. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/23/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 618: El Salvador's Bond Boom Ripple Eyes UK Expansion Ellison's Diary Drama Crypto Pie Grows DxSale's $500 Bounty Scandal CBDC Alert (Nigeria)  The TL;DL   El Salvador's Bond Boom - Bitcoin adoption in El Salvador has led to a boom in the country's bonds, showcasing the intertwining of crypto and traditional financial systems. Ripple Eyes UK Expansion - Amidst legal battles, Ripple forges ahead, forming new partnerships and expanding operations, signaling resilience and strategic foresight. Ellison's Diary Drama - Leaked diaries of Alameda Research's former CEO reveal personal struggles and doubts, adding a new layer of complexity to the firm's narrative. Crypto Pie Grows - Anchorage reports an expansion in the institutional crypto pie, indicating growing interest from traditional institutions in a broader range of crypto assets. DxSale's $500 Bounty Scandal - DxSale Network's lowball bounty offer to a security firm highlights issues around security and fair compensation in the crypto industry. CBDC Alert (Nigeria) - In Nigeria, a social payments app shuts its crypto exchange as the Central Bank enhances its digital currency, reflecting the dynamic nature of the crypto space. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/23/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 617: Wright's Bitcoin Claim Advances Razzlekhan's Bitfinex Hack Plea Deal DOJ Boosts Crypto Oversight SEC's Token Stance Challenged Celsius Nears Settlement ISIS Turns to Crypto The TL;DL   Wright's Bitcoin Claim Advances - Craig Wright's claim to Bitcoin copyright advances as a UK court allows him to argue that the Bitcoin file format qualifies for copyright protection. The case potentially influences Bitcoin's future use and intellectual property law. Razzlekhan's Bitfinex Hack Plea Deal - Ilya Lichtenstein and Heather Morgan, involved in the 2016 Bitfinex hack, reach a plea deal with U.S. prosecutors. However, U.S. officials may have underestimated the amount of seized crypto by $1 million. DOJ Boosts Crypto Oversight - The U.S. Department of Justice merges the National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team into the Computer Crime and Intellectual Property Section. This move doubles the number of attorneys working on crypto matters. SEC's Token Stance Challenged - Ripple's Chief Legal Officer, Stuart Alderoty, challenges SEC Chair Gary Gensler's assertion that many cryptocurrency tokens could fall under the jurisdiction of the Securities Act. The debate could significantly impact future cryptocurrency regulation. Celsius Nears Settlement - Bankrupted crypto lender, Celsius Network, reaches two settlements potentially ending its bankruptcy proceedings. The settlements could lead to the return of assets to customers and address $78.2 billion in unsecured claims. ISIS Turns to Crypto - According to TRM Labs, terrorist groups, particularly those associated with ISIS, are increasingly using cryptocurrencies for fundraising. The decentralized nature of crypto allows these groups to operate under the radar, raising significant amounts of money. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/22/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 616: FTX To Claw Back $1B Uniswap Twitter Account Hacked CBDC Alert (France) and More The TL;DL   FTX to claw back $1B - FTX sues former executives, alleging misuse of $1B in funds for luxury goods and questionable investments. Uniswap Twitter Account Hacked - Uniswap's Twitter account is hacked, with scammers posting malicious links to exploit users. House Republicans Push Crypto Bill - House Republicans propose a new crypto bill, aiming to create specific rules for digital asset trading platforms. FCA's Crypto Prudential Rules - The UK's Financial Conduct Authority plans new prudential requirements to ensure crypto firms maintain adequate capital and manage risks. Indonesia's Crypto Stock Market - Indonesia launches its digital assets stock market, marking a significant milestone in the country's crypto industry. CBDC Alert (France) - The French Central Bank tests a wholesale central bank digital currency, using cryptocurrency technology to explore improvements to cross-border payments and financial asset settlements. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/21/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 615: UK Rejects Crypto-Gambling Link French vs US Crypto Regulation CBDC Alert (South Korea) and More The TL;DL   UK Rejects Crypto-Gambling Link - The UK finance ministry rejects calls to regulate crypto like gambling, aiming to foster innovation and make the UK a hub for web3 and blockchain technology. French vs US Regulation - France and the US take contrasting approaches to crypto regulation, with France embracing crypto and the US still figuring out its regulatory stance. Myanmar's Crypto Neobank Revolution - Myanmar's shadow government, the National Unity Government, launches a neobank running on blockchain technology, aiming to disrupt the traditional financial system. CBDC Alert (South Korea) - The Bank of Korea releases its 2022 Payment and Settlement Systems Report, outlining a future that includes a Central Bank Digital Currency and regulation of stablecoins. Canadian Investors Targeted - A worrying trend emerges in Canada, with home invasions targeting crypto investors. The police urge the crypto community to stay vigilant and protect their assets. Kuwait Bans Crypto - Kuwait's financial watchdog, the Capital Markets Authority, issues a sweeping ban on all things crypto, citing the need to combat money laundering and align with global recommendations. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/20/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 614: RFK Jr Vows No Bitcoin Tax BTC ETF Approval Clock Started CBDC Alert (China) and More The TL;DL   RFK Jr. Vows No Bitcoin Tax - Presidential candidate RFK Jr. pledges to use Bitcoin and other assets to stabilize the U.S. dollar. He also plans to exempt Bitcoin to U.S. dollar conversions from capital gains taxes. BTC ETF Approval Clock Started - The SEC begins the countdown on deciding whether to approve six applications for Bitcoin ETFs. One of the applications is from industry heavyweight BlackRock. Lawmakers Criticize SEC's Crypto Move - Two Republican U.S. House of Representatives members criticize the SEC's approach to regulating cryptocurrency, arguing it creates confusion and drives innovation elsewhere. Societe Generale Wins French License - Forge, a subsidiary of Société Générale, becomes the first company to receive the highest access license for providing crypto services in France. Shinnan Bank's Stablecoin Pilot - Shinhan Bank completes a successful proof-of-concept project using stablecoins for international remittances, showcasing the potential of crypto in making international money transfers faster and more efficient. CBDC Alert (China)- The hype around China's Central Bank Digital Currency, the e-CNY, cools down as it faces challenges like privacy concerns, user habits, and interoperability with existing payment systems. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/19/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 613: XRP For Banks? Coinbase Earn in Trouble? UK's FCA vs Crypto Memes and More The TL;DL   UK's FCA vs Crypto Memes - The UK's Financial Conduct Authority is cracking down on crypto influencers and memes, warning that non-compliant promotions could lead to legal consequences. This move signifies increased scrutiny on social media crypto promotions. Coinbase Earn in Trouble? - Coinbase is facing regulatory challenges with its staking offerings, which some states claim are securities. This issue was a focal point in the SEC's lawsuit against Coinbase, highlighting the ongoing legal battles in the crypto space. XRP for Banks? - A recent court ruling suggested that Ripple's XRP token might not be a security, potentially revolutionizing cross-border transactions. This decision has sparked interest among U.S. exchanges and could breathe new life into partnerships between Ripple and banks. The ongoing legal battle between Ripple and the SEC is moving forward, with the case being transferred to Magistrate Judge Sarah Netburn. This stage is crucial as it's the most likely portion of the proceedings for a settlement to occur. US Congress Talks Stablecoins - Senior members of the Financial Services Committee are pushing for stablecoin legislation, aiming to establish a comprehensive framework for these digital assets. This bipartisan effort could shape the future of digital assets. Gensler's Take on AI - SEC head Gary Gensler shared his thoughts on artificial intelligence, warning that monopolization by big tech companies could destabilize the global economy. He has asked the SEC staff to recommend potential regulations to address this issue. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/18/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 612: SEC Reviews BTC ETF Applications Crypto Snowballs in The Phillipines EU Smart Contract Kill Switch and More The TL;DL   SEC Reviews BTC ETF Applications - The U.S. SEC has begun reviewing applications for Bitcoin ETFs from major players like Wise Origin, WisdomTree, VanEck, Invesco Galaxy, and ARK 21Shares. This move signifies a step towards mainstream acceptance of Bitcoin. Crypto Snowballs in The Philippines - The Philippines is rapidly adopting crypto and blockchain technologies, with international organizations showing interest in launching projects there. The government's supportive stance is fostering an environment for these technologies to thrive. Will the SEC Appeal? - The ongoing legal battle between Ripple and the SEC continues, with former SEC official John Reed Stark voicing concerns about a recent ruling favoring Ripple. The case has sparked debate about the need for clear regulatory frameworks in the crypto industry. FSB's Latest Game-Changer - The Financial Stability Board, a group of global regulators, is calling for stricter rules on crypto in response to allegations of misconduct against companies like FTX and Celsius, highlighting the need for safeguarding crypto clients' assets. EU Smart Contract Kill Switch - The European Union is pushing forward with its new Data Act rules, which could potentially make most smart contracts illegal. Despite industry outcry, the EU is moving ahead with these rules, posing a significant threat to the blockchain industry. NAB Blocks Crypto Exchanges - The National Australia Bank is blocking certain cryptocurrency exchanges, citing a high risk of scams. This move is part of a wider strategy to combat scams and protect customers, but it could also limit the freedom that cryptocurrencies offer. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/17/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 611: Lummis, Ripple, and the Crypto Landscape  Synthetix Unveils Infinex TrueUSD Changes Owners and More The TL;DL   Lummis, Ripple, and the Crypto Landscape - Ripple's XRP token not a security, says court ruling. Senator Lummis calls for clear crypto regulations. Synthetix Unveils Infinex - Synthetix announces Infinex, a new derivatives front-end for decentralized trading, aiming to compete with centralized exchanges. ChainGPT's New DEX product - ChainGPT launches Pad, an AI-powered platform for crypto startups, aiming to revolutionize the Initial DEX Offering (IDO) landscape. BlockFi CEO Ignored Warnings - BlockFi's CEO disregarded risk management team's advice, leading to disastrous lending to Alameda Research and eventual bankruptcy. TrueUSD Changes Owners - Stablecoin TrueUSD's operations transitioning to Asian-based owners, Techteryx Ltd, raising concerns about transparency and risk. BRICS Oil Deals - BRICS and GCC nations bypass U.S. sanctions on Russia, using Chinese Yuan for oil deals, potentially challenging U.S. dollar's global dominance. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/16/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 610: CBDC Alert (US) What does Ripple's Win Mean? Binance Turns 6; Lays Off 1000 and More The TL;DL   What Does Ripple's Win Mean? - Ripple's partial victory against the SEC could potentially change the landscape of the SEC's enforcement efforts in the crypto industry, providing a boost of confidence to the crypto community. Coinbase's Ripple Effect - Ripple's legal victory has sparked optimism in the crypto industry, with Coinbase and other platforms reopening trading for XRP, indicating a potential thaw in the so-called crypto winter. Binance Turns 6; Lays off 1000 - Despite recent challenges, including layoffs, Binance remains optimistic about the future of crypto, highlighting the increasing institutional adoption and the potential of decentralized finance. SEC Acknowledges BlackRock ETF Filing - BlackRock's application for a spot Bitcoin ETF has been officially recognized by the SEC, marking a significant step forward for the most closely-watched Bitcoin-related proposal to date. CBDC Alert (US) - U.S. presidential candidate Ron DeSantis has vowed to ban Central Bank Digital Currencies in the U.S. if he wins the presidency, intensifying the debate on the future of digital currencies. Celsius' Repercussions for Crypto - The recent arrest of Celsius' founder, Alex Mashinsky, has intensified the debate on crypto regulation, highlighting the need for new legislation in the rapidly evolving crypto industry. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/14/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 609: Ripple Decision Impact Coinbase Staking Program Multichain CEO Arrested, $130M Missing and More The TL;DL   Ripple Decision Impact - The U.S. district court ruled that Ripple's XRP token is not a security when sold via an exchange or through programmatic sales, a decision that could significantly impact the regulatory landscape for digital assets. Coinbase Staking Program - Amidst ongoing debates about cryptocurrency regulation, Coinbase's legal case against the SEC has been bolstered by a court ruling that favored Ripple, potentially undermining the SEC's stance on securities trading on crypto exchanges. Congressman Calls for SEC Investigation - Congressman Ritchie Torres has called for investigations into the SEC's approach to digital assets and its decision to grant a special purpose broker-dealer license to Prometheum, a move that could bring more transparency and accountability to the regulation of digital assets. Circle CEO Cries Doom - Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire has expressed concerns about the U.S. dollar's position as a global reserve currency and the need for swift action to regulate stablecoins, emphasizing the urgency to protect the dollar's prominence in global trade. Mashinksy on $40M Bail - Alex Mashinsky, the founder of Celsius, was arrested and charged with misleading customers, a development that serves as a stark reminder of the risks involved in the crypto industry and the importance of due diligence. Multichain CEO Arrested, $130M Missing - The arrest of Multichain's CEO and the unauthorized withdrawals of over $130 million highlight the importance of robust security measures in the management of digital assets and the potential vulnerabilities in the crypto system. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/14/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 608: Victory for Ripple Mashinsky Arrested EU: No Crypto is Safe and More The TL;DL   Victory for Ripple-Ripple scores a victory in its legal battle with the SEC, leading to a surge in XRP's price and a win for crypto innovation in the U.S. Mashinsky Arrested-Alex Mashinsky, co-founder of the now-bankrupt crypto lender Celsius, faces multiple charges, highlighting the risks in the crypto industry. Crypto Industry Challenges SEC-The Blockchain Association calls for an investigation into the SEC's approval of a broker dealer license for Prometheum, underscoring ongoing regulatory tensions. Watchdogs Oppose Crypto Bill-A proposed draft bill on the U.S. crypto market structure faces opposition from industry watchdogs, impacting the future of U.S. crypto regulation. EU: No Crypto is Safe-The ESMA issues a stern warning to the crypto industry and releases its first proposals under the MiCA regulations, signifying increased regulatory scrutiny. Safety First in UK Metaverse-The UK government's new Online Safety Bill aims to protect children in the metaverse, marking a significant step towards online safety in the digital landscape. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/13/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 607: US GAO Explores Blockchain Russian Parliament Passes Digital Ruble Stablecoin vs Digital Rupee and More The TL;DL   Lummis and Gillibrand's Next Move - U.S. Senators propose a game-changing crypto oversight bill, aiming to redefine securities and empower the CFTC. EU's Crypto Proposals - The ESMA issues detailed crypto proposals under the MiCA law, setting standards for user complaints and conflict management. Senators Seek Industry Guidance - U.S. Senate Finance Committee seeks crypto industry's help to understand and tackle tax issues related to digital assets. CBDC Alert (India) - Reserve Bank of India's Deputy Governor voices concerns over stablecoins, fearing they could threaten policy sovereignty. CBDC Alert (Russia) - Russia's digital ruble project advances as the State Duma passes the bill, moving it closer to becoming a reality. US GAO Explores Blockchain - The U.S. Government Accountability Office investigates blockchain's potential to improve oversight of Small Business Administration programs. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/12/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 606: CBDC Alert (Brazil) Allaire: Stablecoins Better for China Promethium Under Fire and More The TL;DL   Grayscale Argues Against SEC ETF Decision - Grayscale is disputing the SEC's rejection of its application to convert its Bitcoin Trust into a spot bitcoin ETF, arguing the SEC's approval of a riskier leveraged bitcoin ETF is inconsistent. UK Targets Crypto ATMs - The UK is cracking down on crypto ATMs to protect scam victims, while the Treasury explores a five-year trial for digital securities, aiming to balance innovation and regulation. Dubai Suspends BitOasis's License - Dubai's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority has suspended BitOasis's license due to unmet conditions, highlighting the regulatory challenges faced by crypto exchanges. CBDC Alert (Brazil)- A developer has reverse-engineered the source code of Brazil's pilot CBDC, revealing functions that could allow a central authority to freeze funds or reduce balances. Allaire: Stablecoins Better for China - Circle's CEO, Jeremy Allaire, suggests China should consider adopting stablecoins backed by the Chinese Yuan to internationalize its currency, despite potential government resistance. Promethium Under Fire - Prometheum, a special-purpose broker, is under scrutiny from U.S. lawmakers who allege the company may have provided false testimony to Congress or violated U.S. securities laws. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/11/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 605: 15 Retail CBDCs by 2023 Terra Co-Founder in Legal Trouble Bitcoin Whales Swim Against the Current and More The TL;DL   Bitcoin Whales Swim Against the Current - Despite Bitcoin's flat trading, big players, known as Bitcoin whales, have been buying up significant amounts. This activity, driven by optimism from recent developments, suggests confidence in Bitcoin's future. Terra Co-Founder in Legal Trouble - Terra co-founder Daniel Shin is facing legal issues related to the failed Terra-Luna cryptocurrency project. Accused of fraud and other charges, Shin's trial could have significant implications for the crypto industry. 15 Retail CBDCs by 2023 - A survey by the Bank for International Settlements predicts that by the end of the decade, we could see around 15 retail Central Bank Digital Currencies in circulation, indicating a shift towards digital fiat currencies. MiCA's Effect on Private Stablecoins - The EU's MiCA legislation, which includes a daily transaction cap for private stablecoins, has stirred controversy. Critics argue it could stifle the use of large stablecoins and call for a more inclusive regulatory framework. Coinbase Stock Soars Despite SEC - Despite facing a lawsuit from the SEC, Coinbase's stock has been on a steady climb. This growth, amidst legal battles, highlights the volatile and unpredictable nature of the crypto market. Crypto Scammers on Threads - With the rise of Meta's new microblogging app, Threads, users need to be vigilant against potential scammers. High-profile Crypto Twitter users have already raised alarms about impersonators on the platform. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/10/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 604: CBDC Alert (UK, Russia, Zimbabwe) MicroStrategy CRO Steps Down Scammers Target Multichain Victims and More The TL;DL   CBDC Alert (UK, Russia, Zimbabwe) - Ripple eyes London's fintech scene, Russia plans a digital ruble by 2025, and Zimbabwe trials a gold-backed digital currency. BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF Stirs US Market - BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF filing sparks a surge in U.S. Bitcoin activity, signaling potential growth and stability. Solana's AI: Simplifying NFT Market Entry - Solana Labs develops AI tools to help newcomers navigate the NFT market, aiming to make it more accessible and user-friendly. Gutter Cat Gang SIM Swap Attack - The Gutter Cat Gang falls victim to a SIM swap attack, raising questions about online security measures in the crypto space. MicroStrategy CRO Steps Down - MicroStrategy's Chief Revenue Officer, Kevin Adkisson, steps down amidst the company's significant Bitcoin investments. Scammers Target Multichain Victims - Tether and Circle freeze over $65 million in assets linked to a suspected exploit of the Multichain protocol, highlighting the risk of scams. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/9/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 603: Binance CEO Dismisses FUD Gemini Sues DCG CBDC Alert (Global) and More The TL;DL   Binance CEO Dismisses FUD - Amidst high-profile departures and regulatory pressures, Binance's CEO CZ dismisses concerns as FUD, maintaining an optimistic outlook. SEC: Coinbase Ignored Securities Laws - The SEC accuses Coinbase of knowingly violating federal securities laws, alleging it operated as an unregistered broker and listed unregistered cryptocurrencies. Bitfinex Funds Returned - Bitfinex announces the return of a portion of funds stolen in a 2016 hack by the US Department of Homeland Security, marking a significant step towards resolution. Gemini Sues DCG & Silbert - Gemini files a lawsuit against Digital Currency Group and its founder, Barry Silbert, alleging fraud through their subsidiary, Genesis. CBDC Alert (Global) - The Bank of International Settlements develops a framework to protect central bank digital currencies from cyber threats, particularly from the DeFi sector. ZachXBT Cited in Canada - The Boneheads NFT team faces a class-action lawsuit in Canada over a $3.1 million rug pull, with blockchain investigator ZachXBT's work instrumental in the case. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/8/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 602: Hayes on Bitcoin and AI The Lair of the Kraken Searched SEC Investigation Hits BarnBridge DAO and More The TL;DL   Hayes on Bitcoin and AI - Former Bitmex CEO Arthur Hayes predicts Bitcoin's potential as the ideal currency for an AI-driven future, potentially leading to a surge in Bitcoin's value. CBDC Alert (US) - Financial giants like Citigroup, HSBC, and BNY Mellon are testing a "regulated liability network" for conducting wholesale payments using shared ledgers. Binance Departs Holland - Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, ceases operations in the Netherlands after failing to secure recognition as a virtual asset provider. SEC Investigation Hits BarnBridge DAO - The decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol BarnBridge is under investigation by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, leading to a slump in its BOND tokens. The Lair of the Kraken Searched - Jesse Powell, co-founder of the crypto exchange Kraken, is under investigation over allegations of hacking and cyberstalking a non-profit organization he founded. Canada Explains Staking Stance - The Canadian Securities Administrators release guidelines for fund managers dealing with crypto assets, including their stance on crypto staking. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/7/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 601: FTX, 3AC Contest BlockFi Strategy Bittrex's Path to Bankruptcy Twitter: The State of Social Crypto Media and More The TL;DL   FTX, 3AC Contest BlockFi Strategy-The cryptocurrency lender BlockFi faces opposition from FTX, Three Arrows Capital, and the SEC over its proposed bankruptcy plans. The dispute involves transactions amounting to over a billion dollars, with implications for the broader crypto industry. Bittrex's Path to Bankruptcy-Bittrex, a cryptocurrency exchange, was accused of breaking several Florida laws before declaring bankruptcy. The case underscores the tension between crypto platforms and regulatory bodies, and raises questions about the future of cryptocurrency exchanges in the U.S. EU's Metaverse Strategy-The European Commission is developing a strategy for the metaverse, addressing policy issues such as property rights, technological standards, and privacy. The strategy is expected to have implications for the cryptocurrency sector, as blockchain and cryptocurrencies are likely to be key technologies underpinning the metaverse. Twitter: The State of Social Crypto Media-Twitter has gained regulatory approval to function as a money transmitter, paving the way for expansion into payments and other financial services. Meanwhile, Bluesky, a decentralized alternative to Twitter, has raised $8 million in a seed round and is introducing paid services. Israel's Crypto Tax Cuts-Israel is making significant changes to its tax laws, offering tax cuts for cryptocurrency transactions. This move is expected to encourage crypto investments and innovation within the country, making it a more attractive hub for crypto enthusiasts and businesses. IMF Tax Plan for Crypto-The International Monetary Fund is proposing a new tax plan for cryptocurrencies. The plan aims to regulate the rapidly growing crypto market and ensure fair taxation, but its implications for global crypto investors and businesses are yet to be fully understood. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/6/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 600: Binance Australia Offices Searched CBDC Alert (Singapore) Scams Dipped in 2023 and More The TL;DL   Binance Australia Offices Searched - Binance faces regulatory scrutiny in Australia and globally, with ASIC searching its Australian offices. Amid legal challenges, Binance continues to operate, recently listing PENDLE in its Innovation Zone. CBDC Alert (Singapore) - DBS Bank in Singapore launches a service for businesses to receive payments in e-CNY, the digital version of the Chinese yuan. This move simplifies the payment process and paves the way for the future of digital payments. UK Lords Pass Seize and Freeze - The UK takes a significant step towards regulating cryptocurrencies with the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill. The bill aims to help law enforcement agencies seize and freeze cryptocurrencies used for criminal activities. Saxo Bank to Shed Crypto - Denmark's financial regulator has instructed Saxo Bank to divest from its cryptocurrency holdings. This directive highlights the ongoing regulatory challenges that financial institutions face when dealing with cryptocurrencies. France's Crypto-Friendly Regulations - France's financial market regulator, the AMF, publishes a paper aiming to define decentralized finance (DeFi) and provide an overview of the sector. This move signals a welcoming approach to the crypto industry. Scams Dipped in 2023 - The first half of 2023 saw a significant decrease in losses from scams and hacks in the cryptocurrency world. Despite the decrease, the industry continues to improve its security measures to prevent future attacks. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/5/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 599: Bieber's $1.2M NFT Loss BlackRock Refiles for Bitcoin ETF HK Urged to Launch Stablecoin and More The TL;DL   Bieber's $1.2M NFT Loss - Pop icon Justin Bieber faces a significant loss after the value of his Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT plummeted, leading to speculations about the nature of his investment. BRC-69: New Ordinal Standard - The Bitcoin Ordinals world welcomes a new standard, BRC-69, introduced by Luminex. This innovation simplifies the creation of recursive ordinals and reduces inscription costs. BlackRock Refiles for Bitcoin ETF - Investment giant BlackRock refiles for a Bitcoin ETF with Nasdaq, a move that could potentially change the landscape of Bitcoin ETFs and address SEC's concerns. Winklevoss Shares “Final Offer” - Gemini co-founder Cameron Winklevoss makes a final offer in the ongoing Genesis debt-restructuring talks, potentially ending months of negotiations. HK Urged to Launch Stablecoin - Experts urge the Hong Kong government to issue its own stablecoin, HKDG, to compete with existing stablecoins like USDT and USDC, and strengthen Hong Kong's fintech capabilities. CBDC Alert(UK, China) - The UK prioritizes privacy for a potential Digital Pound while China tests its own digital currency, the Digital Currency Electronic Payment (DCEP), in the city of Jinan. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/4/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 598: Singapore Tightens Crypto Regs Thailand Bans Crypto Lending Belarus to Ban Peer-to-Peer Crypto and More The TL;DL   Bernstein: U.S. SEC Likely to Approve Spot Bitcoin ETF - The U.S. SEC is likely to approve a spot Bitcoin ETF, despite concerns over spot exchanges' regulation, according to brokerage firm Bernstein. Belarus to Ban Peer-to-Peer Crypto - Belarus plans to ban P2P crypto transactions to curb fraudulent activities, allowing transactions only through exchanges based in the Belarus Hi-Tech Park. Singapore Tightens Crypto Regs - The Monetary Authority of Singapore is imposing new regulations on crypto service providers, including a requirement to deposit customer assets in a separate trust. China Appoints Bitcoin Skeptic - China has appointed Bitcoin skeptic Pan Gongsheng as a senior Communist Party official at its central bank, indicating a continued strict stance on cryptocurrencies. Thailand Bans Crypto Lending - Thailand has banned crypto exchanges from offering lending services, joining Singapore in prioritizing investor protection in the crypto space. Hut 8's Massive Relocation - Bitcoin mining company Hut 8 is relocating 6,400 mining rigs from Canada to Texas due to increased demand for artificial intelligence and high-performance computing. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/3/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 597: Bitcoin Spot ETF Updates CBDC Alert(Global) HK”s Web3 Task Force and More The TL;DL   Bitcoin Spot ETF Updates - Major financial entities are refiling their applications for Bitcoin Spot ETFs, with Coinbase named as the market for surveillance-sharing agreements. The SEC's approval is still pending, and the outcome of this race remains uncertain. Gensler's Resignation Rumors - The cryptocurrency community is abuzz with rumors surrounding the potential resignation of SEC Chair Gary Gensler. Despite the speculation, Gensler's departure seems unlikely as his tenure continues to be marked by a push for robust crypto regulations. Russian Crypto Concerns - In Russia, converting Bitcoin into fiat currency is now considered a potential form of money laundering. Additionally, pro-Russian crypto donations for military groups have surged, highlighting the increasing role of cryptocurrencies in global conflicts. HK's Web3 Task Force - Hong Kong has established a task force dedicated to promoting Web3 development. This move signifies Hong Kong's commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements and its aspiration to become a Web3 hub. Poly Network's Worthless Hack - The Poly Network was recently exploited by attackers who manipulated the system to issue billions of tokens that didn't exist. Despite the magnitude of the hack, the attacker was only able to convert a small portion of these tokens, underscoring the need for robust security measures in the crypto industry. CBDC Alert(Global) - There is a global surge in the exploration of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), with 130 countries currently investigating this new form of currency. Despite skepticism in various countries, the potential benefits of CBDCs cannot be overlooked, but concerns about privacy and potential misuse persist. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/2/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1

Overnighters, Episode 596: Kraken Ordered to Turn Over Customer Info Bitcoin Depot to Go Public Revolut to Delist ADA, MATIC, SOL and More The TL;DL   Kraken Ordered to Turn Over Customer Info - A federal court orders Kraken to provide the IRS with account and transaction details. This is part of a broader U.S. crackdown on cryptocurrency, aiming to identify accounts with significant annual crypto trading. Bitcoin Depot to Go Public - Bitcoin Depot, a leading cryptocurrency ATM firm in the U.S., finalizes a merger deal allowing it to go public. Despite regulatory scrutiny, this merger signals a future where digital currencies integrate into mainstream finance. Revolut to Delist ADA, MATIC, SOL - Revolut suspends the purchase of Cardano, Polygon, and Solana for its U.S. customers due to ongoing changes in cryptocurrency regulations. Users can still hold and sell these tokens until mid-September. SK's Delio under Investigation - Delio, a leading crypto lending firm in South Korea, is under investigation for allegations of fraud, embezzlement, and breach of trust. This story underscores the importance of trust and transparency in the crypto industry. ENS L2 Expansion - The Ethereum Name Service announces plans for expanding to Layer 2 to improve scalability and reduce costs. This move aims to make domain name registrations and transactions more accessible to a broader user base. L2 Base Preps for Mainnet Launch - Base, a Layer 2 network developed by Coinbase, is preparing for its mainnet launch. This development highlights ongoing efforts to enhance the security and scalability of blockchain networks. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (7/1/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=67416221

Overnighters, Episode 595: Bitcoin ETF Filings Fall Short Royal Approval for Crypto Law SEC vs Coinbase Date Set and More The TL;DL   SEC vs Coinbase Date Set - The SEC and Coinbase are set for a court hearing on July 13, earlier than expected due to Coinbase's unique defense strategy. The outcome could redefine the SEC's jurisdiction over cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin ETF Filings Fall Short - The SEC has expressed dissatisfaction with recent Bitcoin ETF filings, leading to a significant drop in Bitcoin's price. Despite this, the race for a spot Bitcoin ETF continues with major players still in the game. Royal Approval for Crypto Law - The UK's Financial Services and Markets Bill has received royal approval, bringing cryptocurrencies and stablecoins under regulatory oversight. This marks a significant step forward for the UK's crypto industry. SK's New Crypto Bill - South Korea has introduced a new crypto bill aimed at regulating the cryptocurrency market and protecting investors from unfair trading practices. The legislation sets penalties for illicit trading activities. NZ Approach to Crypto Markets - The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has decided not to propose any regulatory measures for cryptocurrencies and stablecoins. Instead, the bank is advocating for increased vigilance in the sector and exploring a central bank digital currency. Celsius to Convert Altcoins - Cryptocurrency lending platform Celsius has been given approval to liquidate its altcoins to distribute assets to its creditors. This move highlights the volatile nature of the crypto industry and the importance of regulatory oversight. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (6/30/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=67416221

Overnighters, Episode 594: Coinbase Files for Dismissal  CBDC Alert(EU) Binance Woes Continue and More The TL;DL   Coinbase Files for Dismissal - Coinbase is challenging the SEC's lawsuit, asserting that the SEC's application of securities regulations deviates from established legal frameworks. The exchange remains determined to contest the lawsuit. CBDC Alert(EU) - The European Union's central bank is considering further steps towards the creation of a digital euro later this year. However, widespread adoption of a digital euro is not expected in the near term. Slovakia Eases Crypto Tax Burden - Slovakia's lawmakers have voted in favor of a law designed to reduce taxes on the sale of digital currencies. The bill aims to ease the tax burden associated with the sale of virtual currencies, facilitating their everyday use. Binance Woes Continue - Binance, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has been hit with a series of regulatory challenges. Despite these setbacks, Binance is committed to working with regulators globally and aligning its operations with the European Union's forthcoming cryptocurrency regulation. Canada Eyes Blockchain Strategy - A group of lawmakers in Canada is urging the government to establish a national strategy for blockchain. This strategy would clarify the country's regulatory stance and show its support for the industry. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (6/29/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=67416221

Overnighters, Episode 593: Prime Trust in Receivership KuCoin to Introduce KYC for All EDX Exchange to Custody with Anchorage and More The TL;DL   Prime Trust in Receivership - The Nevada Financial Institutions Division has filed to take control of crypto custodian Prime Trust, alleging insolvency. The company reportedly owes clients over $85 million in fiat and $69.5 million in crypto. KuCoin to Introduce KYC for All - KuCoin, a major cryptocurrency exchange, is implementing mandatory know-your-customer (KYC) procedures for all users from July 15, 2023. This move aims to enhance regulatory compliance. Australia's Crypto De-Banking Crisis - The Australian government is addressing the issue of de-banking, where banks sever ties with cryptocurrency platforms. The government supports measures to improve transparency and fairness in relation to de-banking. EU's Smart Contract Kill Switch - The European Union's new Data Act has raised concerns within the Web3 community due to its provisions on smart contracts. The Act includes requirements for safe termination and interruption of smart contracts. EDX Exchange to Custody with Anchorage - EDX, a new cryptocurrency exchange, is switching custody providers from Paxos Trust to Anchorage Digital. This noncustodial model aims to eliminate conflicts of interest and align with stricter custody rules. Israel Seizes Iranian and Terrorist Funds - The Israeli government, with the help of Chainalysis, has confiscated $1.7 million in cryptocurrency from wallets associated with the Iranian military and the Hezbollah militant group. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (6/28/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=67416221

Overnighters, Episode 592: EU Digital Asset Regs Waters Queries Yellen, Gensler CBDC Alert(Switzerland, Singapore, UK) and More Collect the Cover:  https://awrd.gg/5759 The TL;DL   CBDC Alert(Switzerland) - The Swiss National Bank (SNB) has announced plans to launch a wholesale central bank digital currency (CBDC) on the nation's digital exchange, SIX. The pilot project, which is set to kick off soon, will involve "real money equivalent to bank reserves" and will be used to test actual transactions with market participants. CBDC Alert(Singapore) - The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has proposed a framework for the development of open, interoperable networks for tokenized digital assets. Known as Project Guardian, the initiative involves 11 institutions testing asset tokenization across various financial asset classes. CBDC Alert(UK) - The Bank of England (BoE) is making significant progress in its development of a central bank digital currency (CBDC), colloquially known as Britcoin. The technology underpinning this digital currency might not be blockchain, as one might expect, and the BoE is considering testing various ledger technologies. EU's Digital Assets Regulations - The European Union (EU) has secured a political agreement on new bank-capital legislation that includes cryptoassets. The new rules aim to prevent cryptocurrencies without backing from infiltrating the conventional financial system. Binance Withdraws from Austria - Binance, a major player in the cryptocurrency exchange market, has withdrawn its license application in Austria under the pressure of the local regulator. This follows similar exits from the Netherlands, Cyprus, and the U.K. Waters Queries Yellen and Gensler - Maxine Waters, the Chair of the House Financial Services Committee, has reached out to key regulators to facilitate the passage of a crypto-focused bill. The bill aims to provide a clear path for U.S.-based digital asset exchanges to register with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Crypto Overnighter Podcast (6/27/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=67416221

Overnighters, Episode 591: ByBit Licensed in Cyprus Binance Eyes UAE HSBC ETFs in Hong Kong and More Collect the Cover:  https://awrd.gg/5746 The TL;DL   Bybit Licensed in Cyprus - Bybit, a Dubai-based cryptocurrency exchange, has obtained a license for custody and crypto exchange services in Cyprus, demonstrating its commitment to regulatory compliance and global expansion. Binance Eyes UAE - Binance, a well-known cryptocurrency exchange, has made significant decisions affecting its operations in Europe and the UAE. In Europe, it reversed its decision to delist several privacy coins, while in the UAE, it is looking to expand its operations. Japan Eases Crypto Tax Burden - The Japanese National Tax Agency has made a significant change to its corporate tax guidelines. Token issuers in the country will no longer be required to pay corporate taxes on unrealized gains from cryptocurrency. Australia's Proposed Misinformation Bill - Australia is considering a draft bill that threatens tech and social media giants with substantial fines if they fail to remove misinformation from their platforms. This comes as Simon Callaghan, the new CEO of Blockchain Australia, urges the government to follow the example of the UK, Hong Kong, and Singapore in terms of crypto regulation. HSBC ETFs in Hong Kong - HSBC, the largest bank in Hong Kong, has introduced services allowing its customers to trade in Bitcoin and Ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs), increasing local users' exposure to cryptocurrencies. FCA Chief Resigns - Binu Paul, the head of digital assets for the UK's main financial regulator, has resigned less than a year after taking up his post, at a time when the UK is striving to become a global hub for Web3. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (6/26/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=67416221

Overnighters, Episode 590: Google AI Fights Money Laundering  Coinbase's SCOTUS Win  Trader Shorts TUSD for $4M and More Collect the Cover:  https://awrd.gg/5737 The TL;DL   Google AI Fights Money Laundering - Google Cloud launches Anti Money Laundering AI service, aiming to enhance detection of money laundering activities and reduce false positives. Coinbase's SCOTUS Win - US Supreme Court allows Coinbase to pause customer lawsuits, enabling the crypto exchange to focus on appeals and potentially setting a legal precedent. Celsius Accuses Wintermute of Wash-Trading - Celsius Network's creditors accuse Wintermute of assisting in wash trading, a practice that falsely inflates trading volumes. MetaBirkin Shut Down by Hermes - French luxury fashion house Hermès wins legal battle against MetaBirkin creator Mason Rothschild, halting all sales of MetaBirkin NFTs. Trader Shorts TUSD for $4M - A savvy trader leverages Aave's v2 lending platform to short TUSD for $4M, capitalizing on TrustToken's decision to halt minting and redemption of TUSD. FTX Claim used as Collateral - A creditor of the bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange FTX uses a claim as collateral for a loan in the DeFi protocol Arcade, marking a first in on-chain loans. Crypto Overnighter Podcast (6/25/2023): Welcome back to the Crypto Overnighter with your host, Nikodemus. We provide nightly updates on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, and the surrounding industry. Remember, this show does not offer financial advice. Email: nick@cryptoovernighter.com Salem Friends of Felines: https://sfof.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CryptoCorvus1 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=67416221

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Another great doc from director Jesse Moss. This is the 2nd Jesse Moss doc we've covered in the last 3 episodes and needless to it did not disappoint. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/threedudespod/message

In this episode, I discuss memoirs of a recent stay in a distant hotel and the many nuances between today's stay, that of 2019 and before, and even a few family vacations as a kid and their unforgettable Overnighters in a so-called “hotel”.     The hotel experience has changed over the years.  Back in the day the staff at a hotel provided us with VIP services  - fresh linen, clean beds,  taking out your trash - It made us feel important, valued, like an executive.  I have had many bad experiences at different hotels, but we can't blame the staff entirely. Guests have changed along with the times and so has their lack of gratuity.Thanks for listening!  I'm glad you're here! ...A few of the issues I address in this episode - How service people have changed their behaviors and quality of services.How motel experiences are not that enjoyable as they were before.How people have changed.Why showing gratuity is important.Becoming a hero in someone's life.Links to items mentioned in this episode - Rob Schneider -ActorTim Curry- ActorHome Alone 2Ratatouille- MovieBuscemis- restaurantOn...Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | Tik-Tokme@tobybaker.lifeListen - Apple Podcasts,  Spotify,  Stitcher,  iHeart Radio,  Podcast Addict,  Podchaser,  Deezer

The Official Seenagers, Can't make this up! Every now and then we will run "A Best Of" this is one of those episodes. This episode is named 'The Overnighters' it really demonstrates how even with a man's best intentions he may miss some of the most important details. Charlie is having overnight guests and think he has it all planned out until he can't get the rust ring out of the guest bathroom! Debbie walks in and saves the day! Not only does Debbie help with the rust ring, she also helps with so much more! Enjoy the show, it's relatable fun-filled advice, and laughter https://the-official-seenagers.captivate.fm/all-of-our-blogs (Blogs) https://the-official-seenagers.captivate.fm/email-notifications-here (email) https://the-official-seenagers.captivate.fm/all-episodes (previous episodes) https://the-official-seenagers.captivate.fm/check-out-our-reviews-and-write-one-too (Reviews) https://the-official-seenagers.captivate.fm/write-your-funny-story (tell us your funny story) https://the-official-seenagers.captivate.fm/leave-us-a-voice-mail (voicemail)

BOOM! Episode 14 coming at you with why you should ONLY fish overnighters to the canyon. No more day trip nonsense. Listen to Capt. Cody and the guys go over the main selling points of overnighters  in addition to a review of the Philly Fishing Show and a brand new Taco Talk! GET 'EM GIDDY!www.JerseyNutzSportfishing.comSocial mediaFacebook: Jersey Nutz Sportfishing ChartersInstagram: @jerseynutzsportfishingJersey Nutz Sportfishing

Charlie, a Seenager bachelor, needs to prepare for overnight guests. Charlie wants his overnight guest to have a fantastic experience but has no idea what to do! And that's where Debbie comes in! Now, the response to our show has been amazing! Cheers to you guys; we want to thank you so much for listening to our show, The Official Seenagers. If you haven't already, please subscribe and follow. Thanks! xoxo