Podcasts about stablecoins

In this episode of the Bankless Podcast, hosts discuss Real Economic Value (REV). Triggered by Jon's exploration of how ETH and SOL prices correlate with REV, the team delves into REV's role as a value capture metric and demand signal for blockchain networks. We evaluate the implications for network valuations, debate the sustainability of relying on REV, and analyze competitive dynamics between Ethereum and Solana. The conversation concludes with musings on crypto investment risks and the evolving identity of digital currencies in relation to app utility. Jon Charbonneau: https://x.com/jon_charb Bread: https://x.com/0xBreadguy Andy8052: https://x.com/andy8052 —-

Wyatt sits down with Andrew MacKenzie, founder of Agant, the issuer of GBPA, a pound sterling stablecoin. In this episode:  The potential emergence of non-USD stablecoins The prospect of a GBP-backed stablecoin The British crypto regulatory environment How global financial institutions are positioning around stablecoins

Crypto News: The Stablecoin Bill Genius Act gets vote to move to the next phase in Senate. JPMorgan to allow clients to buy Bitcoin, CEO Jamie Dimon says. Singapore dollar-pegged stablecoin gets launched on the XRP ledger.Show Sponsor -

Deezy goes over the latest news from Congress, Stablecoin legislation! There are 3 altcoins that will benefit the most! (One might be a low-cap gem!) Let me know if there is an altcoin you think I missed! 

Arthur Hayes returns to Bankless for a wide-ranging macro and crypto conversation. We cover why ETH ripped, why the Trump administration might walk away from US treasuries as the global reserve asset, and why capital controls—not tariffs—could redefine the global economic order. Arthur lays out his full thesis on how a massive shift in global liquidity is unfolding, what it means for crypto, and why he's betting big on Bitcoin, gold, and “buying everything” as the money printers rev up again. ------

Crypto News: Senator Hagerty and Gillibrand says the Genius Act Stablecoin legislation will be passed next week. Central banks testing smart contract toolkit under BIS Project Pine. Mike Novogratz Galaxy listed on Nasdaq.Show Sponsor -

Crypto News: Coinbase suffers data breach with hackers demanding $20 million in Bitcoin. Mastercard partners with moonpay to expand stablecoin usage. Judge Torres blocks SEC and Ripple in XRP case. Show Sponsor -

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This week on Byte-Sized Insight, we're diving into MiCA — the EU's landmark crypto regulation — as it enters a critical implementation phase. From stablecoin restrictions to emerging licensing hurdles, what does MiCA mean for crypto's future in Europe?Tether has already said it won't play ball. Meanwhile, companies like BitGo are racing to comply and regulators are navigating a fragmented landscape.We hear directly from industry voices, including Brett Reeves of BitGo and Erwin Voloder of the European Blockchain Association, to unpack what's at stake and who's most affected.Whether you're a crypto builder, holder or policymaker, this episode breaks down the key timelines, challenges and opportunities as MiCA moves from paper to practice.This episode was hosted and produced by Savannah Fortis, @savannah_fortis.Follow Cointelegraph on X @Cointelegraph.Check out Cointelegraph at cointelegraph.com.If you like what you heard, rate us and leave a review!The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Crypto News: JPMorgan's Kinexys Digital Payments settled a tokenized Treasury transaction on Ondo Chain's testnet. Bee Maps, a project on Hivemapper teamed up with ride-hailing giant Lyft to provide them more accurate mapping data.Show Sponsor -

Gerald Gallagher, General Counsel for Sei Labs and board member of SEI Development foundation, joined me to discuss Sei's mission to put scientific data on the blockchain.Topics:- What makes the Sei Blockchain unique - Scalability for Web3 adoption - DeSci - Decentralized Science - Scientific and Healthcare on the Blockchain - 23andMe bankruptcy and potential acquisition - US Crypto Outlook Show Sponsor -

In this episode of the Decrypting Crypto podcast, hosts Matt Howells-Barby and Austin Knight discuss the recent market rally in the crypto space, highlighting the significant rise of altcoins and the impact of inflation data on market sentiment. They celebrate Coinbase's entry into the S&P 500 as a landmark achievement for the crypto industry, signaling increased legitimacy. The conversation shifts to the SEC's new pro-crypto stance under its new chair, Paul Atkins, and the potential for clearer regulations. Finally, they explore Meta's renewed interest in stablecoins and how this could reshape the landscape for crypto payments and adoption.TakeawaysThe crypto market is experiencing a significant rally, with altcoins leading the charge.Coinbase's inclusion in the S&P 500 marks a major milestone for the crypto industry.New SEC chair Paul Atkins is signaling a pro-crypto regulatory shift.Meta is exploring stablecoin integration for creator payments, reviving its previous ambitions.Stablecoins are becoming a key global payment rail, especially in markets with weak currencies.The crypto industry is seeing increased legitimacy and investment opportunities.Inflation data is impacting market sentiment positively, providing a potential boost for crypto assets.Meta's vast user base could serve as a major onboarding funnel for crypto.The SEC's new approach could encourage more innovation and investment in the US crypto market.The next six months are expected to bring significant developments in the crypto space.Chapters00:00 Personal Updates and Life Events00:16 Market Rally and Crypto Trends07:24 Coinbase Joins S&P 50012:05 Liquid Staking Tokens and Market Dynamics14:04 The Shift Towards Crypto Regulation18:16 Meta's New Approach to Stable Coins23:28 The Rise and Fall of Diem28:49 Meta's Integration of Crypto Payments35:24 Implications for the App Economy

Join Laszlo Szabo, CEO & Co-Founder of Kiln, for a conversation with Adam Levine, SVP of Corporate Development & Partnerships and CEO of Fireblocks Trust Company.In this episode, Adam shares insights into Fireblocks' strategic expansion into regulated custody, explaining why they launched their New York-based trust company, how it serves institutional clients like VCs and market makers, and the operational challenges of balancing innovation with compliance.The discussion dives into the role of stablecoins in global payments, with real-world examples from emerging markets like Brazil and Argentina, where dollar-denominated stablecoins are mitigating currency volatility and accelerating cross-border transactions. Adam also unpacks Fireblocks' vision for tokenization—from traditional assets like T-bills to unconventional ones like investment-grade wine—and how interoperability between blockchains will unlock liquidity in the years ahead.Security remains a cornerstone of the conversation, as Adam reflects on lessons from high-profile hacks (including the recent Bybit incident) and how Fireblocks' infrastructure prioritizes risk mitigation without compromising efficiency. Looking forward, he predicts 2025 will be a year of decisive action for banks and asset managers, with stablecoins and tokenization moving from pilot projects to core infrastructure—even if the full impact may take years to materialize.PODCAST INFO:

Retail participants have demonstrated renewed vigour in Bitcoin markets. The fortnight spanning late April to mid-May has witnessed retail trading volumes swell, marking a decisive shift in market sentiment.~This Episode is Sponsored By Coinbase~ Buy $50 & Get $50 for getting started on Coinbase➜ https://bit.ly/CBARRON00:00 Intro00:14 Sponsor: Coinbase00:50 Don't fall for FOMO01:56 Google trends03:06 Decoupling again?04:10 Robinhood: Retail explosion06:11 Kevin O'Leary: WonderFi acquisition is a great deal07:32 Fund Managers REKT08:25 We cannot afford a recession09:33 Kevin McCarthy: Tax package will get done10:37 Patrick McHenry on Stablecoins: we can get this done11:40 Coinbase 401K12:45 5% is the 1%14:11 $1 Trillion Security Initiative15:20 JP Morgan15:37 Charts16:40 Outro#Crypto #bitcoin #ethereum~Retail Investors Flooding Into Crypto?

Meta is reportedly considering adopting stablecoins as a way to make cross-border payments. The company is in discussions with crypto firms and is likely to use more than one type of stablecoin.~This episode is sponsored by Uphold~Uphold Get $20 in Bitcoin - Signup & Verify and trade at least $100 of any crypto within your first 30 days ➜ https://bit.ly/pbnupholdGuest: Bradley Kimes, Founder of Digital Perspectives & XRP Las VegasXRP Las Vegas➜ https://xrplasvegas.com/00:00 Intro00:14 Sponsor: Uphold00:50 XRP Las Vegas: what to expect?04:20 cbXRP coming: more liquidity coming05:00 Meta Blockchain Hire06:09 Mark Zuckerberg on Stripe Acquiring Bridge08:00 META to acquire Ripple?10:32 Would this benefit XRP holders?12:27 6.9 million holders15:01 Is XRP DeFi growing too slowly?16:20 $RLUSD growth18:00 Banks trying to stop Stablecoin bill21:55 XRP U.S. Stockpile Reserve23:48 Outro#Crypto #xrpnews  #XRP~Meta Acquiring Ripple?

with @rhhackett @smc90 @DarenMatsuoka @SamBronerWelcome to web3 with a16z, a show about the next generation of the internet. I'm Robert Hackett.There has been a flurry of stablecoin news lately, so we're doing a special bonus episode to cover everything that's been going on. Sonal and I are joined by a16z crypto's Data Science lead Daren Matsuoka who shares the actual data behind the stablecoin trend. Then we have Sam Broner — who is a Deal Partner here and our frequent author on stablecoins — to analyze the news, and help highlight the signal versus the noise.Here's a selection of the news:USDC issuer Circle filed to go public on the New York Stock ExchangeCoinbase released an agentic payments standard with support for stablecoin paymentsVisa and Mastercard enhanced stablecoin supportStripe announced stablecoin financial account balances, a programmable stablecoin (via Bridge), a stablecoin-backed card, and moreMeta is reportedly in talks to introduce stablecoins as a means for payoutsAnd much moreWe also have one of our regular episodes covering the broader stablecoins trend and big picture, dropping separately in the feed, also with Sam and a16z crypto Founder Chris Dixon, so be sure to check that out next.Timestamps:(0:00) Introduction(1:30) Stablecoin Data Overview(3:55) Stablecoin Adoption and Infrastructure(4:24) Market Share of Issuers and Blockchains(6:10) Stablecoin Growth vs. Crypto Market Cycles(7:45) Stablecoin News and Developments(9:44) Fintech Embraces Stablecoins(12:44) Legacy Payment Systems vs. Stablecoins(17:04) The Future of Stablecoins and Open Networks(22:11) ConclusionLinks to related resources:Everything stablecoins: Big picture, deep dive with Chris Dixon, Sam Broner, and Robert Hackett (a16z crypto, May 2025)A chart of stablecoin usage growth vs. crypto market cyclicality (@DarenMatsuoka on X)The month fintechs embraced stablecoins by Sam Broner (a16z crypto, May 2025)What Stripe's acquisition of Bridge means for fintech and stablecoins by James da Costa and Sam Broner (a16z crypto, April 2025)A guide to stablecoins: What, why, and how by a16z crypto editorial (a16z crypto, April 2025)As a reminder, none of the content should be taken as investment, business, legal, or tax advice; please see a16z.com/disclosures for more important information, including a link to a list of our investments.

with @cdixon @SamBroner @rhhackettStablecoins are quietly transforming how money moves — faster, cheaper, and more globally than ever before. In this episode, we take a deep look at why stablecoins have emerged as one of the most promising applications in crypto today — and how they could reshape global payments.I'm joined by Chris Dixon, founder and managing partner of a16z crypto and author of the New York Times-bestselling book Read Write Own, and Sam Broner, a deal partner at a16z crypto who focuses on stablecoins. Together, we unpack the technical and regulatory foundations of stablecoins, explore the cracks in the current payments system, and look ahead to what becomes possible once digital dollars go mainstream. We also dig into the current state of regulation — and why the future of money might end up looking a lot more like email or the web than a bank.Check out the show notes for links and resources that we reference throughout this episode. Also be sure to listen to the episode we dropped just before this one where we analyze all the recent stablecoin news.Timestamps:(0:00) Introduction(1:45) Payments, Finance, and the Internet(4:03) The Promise and Potential of Stablecoins(9:02) Global Financial System and Its Shortcomings(11:29) The WhatsApp Analogy(15:38) The Read Write Own Thesis(19:15) The Power of Blockchains(21:06) Venmo's Business Model(23:17) Stripe's Opportunity(25:11) Backwards Compatibility (Like Skype)(28:13) The Role of Stablecoin Regulation(34:36) Political Realities (vs. Big Banks)(38:11) The Business Implications of Stablecoins(40:31) The Stablecoin Investment Paradox(47:07) Why Blockchains?(51:11) Tech Marketing: Words vs. Products(54:28) What Happens Next(57:26) Global Demand for Stablecoins(59:37) Learning from the Past(1:05:06) ConclusionLinks to related resources:A guide to stablecoins: What, why, and how by a16z crypto editorial (a16z crypto, April 2025)Stablecoins: Payments without intermediaries by Chris Dixon (a16z crypto, April 2025)The month fintechs embraced stablecoins by Sam Broner (a16z crypto, May 2025)What Stripe's acquisition of Bridge means for fintech and stablecoins by James da Costa and Sam Broner (a16z crypto, April 2025)How stablecoins will eat payments, and what happens next by Sam Broner (a16z crypto, December 2024)A useful framework for understanding stablecoins: Banking history by Sam Broner (a16z crypto, November 2024)Read Write Own: Building the Next Era of the Internet by Chris Dixon (Random House, January 2024)A Piece of the Action: How the Middle Class Joined the Money Class by Joe Nocera (Simon & Schuster, October 1994)All about airdrops [podcast] by Eddy Lazzarin, Daren Matsuoka, Andrew Hall, and Robert Hackett (a16z crypto, April 2025)As a reminder, none of the content should be taken as investment, business, legal, or tax advice; please see a16z.com/disclosures for more important information, including a link to a list of our investments.

Lucas Matheson is the CEO of Coinbase Canada. He is committed to helping create a more equitable financial system in Canada through the power of blockchain.Lucas has always believed in Coinbase's mission. He opened his Coinbase account back in 2014, long before joining the company. In his role, he ensures Coinbase is built for Canadians and with their interests in mind. Working with partners, government and regulators, he is making crypto more accessible to Canadians.Prior to Coinbase, he was the founder and CEO of Pinshape (exit Formlabs), and Senior Director at Shopify leading various operational and finance teams.Lucas is passionate about entrepreneurship. He spends his spare time advising entrepreneurs and founders on how they can grow and scale, and actively invests in web3 projects and infrastructure.In this conversation, we discuss:- Why Stablecoin Regulation Must Be a National Priority- Canadian stablecoin- How do you define a stablecoin?- To update the system, we need to change the rules- Stand With Crypto- How to get governments to adopt crypto- The power of Stripe and how they adopted stablecoins- Educating institutional partners in Canada- Coinbase introducing EFTs in Canada- Building a trust battery with regulatorsCoinbaseWebsite: www.coinbase.comX: @coinbaseFacebook: www.facebook.com/CoinbaseLucas MathesonX: @lucmathesonLinkedIn: Lucas Matheson, MBA, CFA  ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------  This episode is brought to you by PrimeXBT.  PrimeXBT offers a robust trading system for both beginners and professional traders that demand highly reliable market data and performance. Traders of all experience levels can easily design and customize layouts and widgets to best fit their trading style. PrimeXBT is always offering innovative products and professional trading conditions to all customers.   PrimeXBT is running an exclusive promotion for listeners of the podcast. After making your first deposit, 50% of that first deposit will be credited to your account as a bonus that can be used as additional collateral to open positions.  Code: CRYPTONEWS50  This promotion is available for a month after activation. Click the link below:  PrimeXBT x CRYPTONEWS50

Fortnite's 2020 removal sparked a major lawsuit over Apple's 30% revenue cut — a fight that changed the rules for all developers. Now, everyone's watching to see if Apple will approve Fortnite's return. Meanwhile, developers are already taking advantage of Coinbase developers tools design to make payments & stablecoin use much simpler.Guests:- Dan Kim, VP of Business Development, Coinbase Developer Platform - Nemil Dalal, Head of Coinbase Developer PlatformBuild on Coinbase➜ https://www.coinbase.com/developer-platform00:00 Intro00:14 Sponsor: Tangem00:26 Coinbase joins S&P 500 (kicks out Discover)00:41 Apple playing games01:09 Apple Tax vs Coinbase Devs03:00 Web2 vs Web3 payment06:06 How quickly will businesses transition to new payment rails?08:40 x40210:00 $BYTE AI Agent13:15 What does this mean for A.I. Agent payments?14:45 Virtuals agents using Coinbase commerce?16:20 Agents on social platforms soon?20:07 Ethereum Pectra upgrade impact21:43 Onboarding: One-click swaps25:11 Payroll on Base?27:52 USDC on Base29:25 What's next for crypto?32:11 Wen $VIRTUALS listing?32:40 Outro#Ethereum #Crypto #Apple~Stablecoins: The Killer App of Crypto

Bitcoin's surge past $100,000 has reignited conversations about its role in modern finance—this time, with a growing institutional twist. Meanwhile, Ethereum continues shocking the market.~This episode is sponsored by Tangem~Tangem ➜ https://bit.ly/TangemPBNUse Code: "PBN" for Additional Discounts!00:00 Intro00:14 Sponsor: Tangem00:50 Trump: We're going a lot higher02:04 CPI falling02:40 CNBC: Tariffs will show next print04:50 Larry Fink: We got 90 days of volatility06:00 Tom Lee: Macro skeptics will soon see conditions are improving08:15 Stablecoin Bill09:15 Altseason09:58 Token Dubai: ETF Flows + Who's buying11:33 Coinbase Institution: Crypto = VC investment13:03 Pantera Capital: Recent investments + Digital Gold exploding14:15 Animoca coming to America15:10 Robinhood x WonderFi acquisition15:50 $VBill16:15 Fear & Greed17:25 Mayor Adams: NYC Crypto Summit18:36 Solana Accelerate19:00 Outro#Crypto #bitcoin #Ethereum~Whales Buying Crypto

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This week, we delve into the significant progress on US/China tariffs announced over the weekend, including reciprocal rate cuts effective May 14th, and discuss how crypto assets reacted during off-market hours, leading to notable moves. In the Bitcoin segment, we analyze ETF flows, question if BTC dominance has peaked, and provide an overview of the OP_RETURN proposal aiming to remove the 83-byte limit. We also touch upon the flows observed on our desk during recent market moves.For Ethereum, we explore its recent price performance and give details on the upcoming Pectra upgrade. Market-wise, we cover the recent momentum in meme coins and other assets that have lagged this year, alongside updates on key technicals and resistance levels.On the macro front, we review the April CPI data, note the absence of tariff impacts in current figures, and discuss a Republican budget bill heading for a House vote on Tuesday, which could introduce more economic stimulus later this year. We provide a crucial update on the stablecoin bill, including the Senate's rejection of the "Genius Act" and the upcoming House vote on the "Stable Act." Despite some positive developments, we consider why the market might be underpricing these and discuss revised timelines potentially pushing into 2025. We also cover recent M&A activity in the stablecoin space, such as the Mountain Protocol acquisition.Further topics include the rise of new companies building Bitcoin treasury solutions for corporates, insights from a strategy conference in Orlando, and Sol Strategies tokenizing part of their capital structure with Superstate. We also highlight Pump.fun's initiative to give back to creators.Finally, we cover major Coinbase news: the agreement to acquire Deribit, the leading crypto options exchange; the launch of 24/7 BTC & ETH futures in the US; a new Coinbase advertisement; sponsorship of the WNBA's Golden State Valkyries; and the release of over 10,000 pages of documents from our ongoing FOIA campaigns.Topics Covered:Tariffs & Global Trade: US/China tariff reductions, crypto as a weekend proxy, market liquidations.Bitcoin Deep Dive: ETF flows, BTC dominance, OP_RETURN proposal, desk flow analysis.Ethereum Insights: Price performance analysis, Pectra upgrade details.Market Dynamics: Momentum in meme coins & laggards, technical analysis, resistance levels.Macroeconomic Outlook: April CPI review, potential impact of new Republican stimulus bill.Stablecoin Legislation: Senate's "Genius Act" rejection, House "Stable Act" vote, revised timelines, market pricing.Stablecoin Sector News: M&A activity, Mountain Protocol acquisition.Corporate Crypto Adoption: Growth in BTC treasury solutions, insights from strategy conference.Ecosystem Innovations: Sol Strategies tokenization, Pump.fun creator revenue sharing.Coinbase News:Coinbase enters agreement to acquire Deribit.Launch of 24/7 BTC & ETH futures in the US.New Coinbase advertisement released.Sponsorship of WNBA's Golden State Valkyries.Release of 10,000+ pages of documents from FOIA campaigns.

Bitcoin has surged back above $100,000, but why does this record-breaking rally feel so muted? As markets quietly climb higher, NLW explores the curious lack of excitement, alongside major developments like the U.S.-China trade truce and ongoing struggles over crucial stablecoin legislation in Washington. Is this calm confidence or cautious skepticism? This episode decodes the week ahead and what's quietly shaping crypto's new normal. Enjoying this content? SUBSCRIBE to the Podcast: https://pod.link/1438693620 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nathanielwhittemorecrypto Subscribe to the newsletter: https://breakdown.beehiiv.com/ Join the discussion: https://discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8 Follow on Twitter: NLW: https://twitter.com/nlw Breakdown: https://twitter.com/BreakdownNLW

Shehzan Meredia, CEO and founder of Lava, a non-custodial Bitcoin lending platform shares the unique features of Lava, including its focus on security, user experience, and the use of Discreet Log Contracts (DLCs) to provide cryptographic guarantees for borrowers. Shehzan explains the loan process, interest rates, and how Lava differentiates itself from traditional custodial lending platforms. The conversation also touches on the impact of previous lending failures in the crypto space and the importance of transparency and security in lending products. Stephan & Shehzan also explore the diverse use cases for borrowing against Bitcoin, the implications of gas fees, and the changing demographics of Bitcoin users.Takeaways

Ethereum price has broken out of a months-long downtrend, reigniting bullish sentiment across the market. With volume rising and key resistance levels expected to turn into support, Ethereum is set to complete its bullish structure, aiming for a potential break toward $3,000. ~This episode is sponsored by Uphold~Uphold Get $20 in Bitcoin - Signup & Verify and trade at least $100 of any crypto within your first 30 days ➜ https://bit.ly/pbnuphold00:00 Intro00:13 Sponsor: Uphold01:13 Crypto Task Force01:30 Stocks on-chain02:18 Institutional ETH Buying02:34 Etherium03:08 Pectra Upgrade03:30 Consolidation04:10 Smart Accounts04:30 One-Click coming asap05:29 World Liberty06:00 Shitcoins on eth coming06:22 Gas limits07:03 Solana memes panic07:46 Unichain volume08:14 Unichain08:30 Optimism first08:50 Polygon Agg layer09:06 OP vs Polygon09:35 Ethereum FUD not stopping10:04 BTC and USDC on base10:34 Stablecoin bill today?10:52 $OP Chart11:20 Outro#Ethereum #Crypto #Bitcoin~Ethereum $3,000 Next?

Imran and Qiao sat down to discuss launchpad wars, market reversal, Trump Tariff Pause, the AI Arms Race, and more.No BS crypto insights for founders.Timestamps(00:00) Intro(01:27) Short Term Market Predictions(02:01) Long Term Market Predictions(02:28) Tariffs(05:38) Believe(06:28) How Believe Works(09:03) Dupe(10:41) Crypto GTM for Startups(14:03) Crypto Kickstarter(16:21) Pump and Believe(17:46) Teams Competing with Pump(23:55) Stripe and Stablecoins(30:41) Stripe's AI Shopping Agents(33:40) Future of AI and Crypto in Payments(34:42) Meta and Robinhood's Crypto Ventures(37:38) AI in Education(38:53) Future of the Education System(44:21) AI's Impact on Startups(46:40) Excitement About Crypto in Tech Stack(48:51) Dupe.com and E-commerce(50:25) Future of CryptoSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3N675w3Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3snLsxUWebsite: https://goodgamepod.xyzTwitter: https://twitter.com/goodgamepodxyzWeb3 Founders:Apply to Alliance: https://alliance.xyzAlliance Twitter: https://twitter.com/alliancedaoDISCLAIMER: The views expressed herein are personal to the speaker(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any other person or entity. Discussions and answers to questions are intended as generalized, non-personalized information. Nothing herein should be construed or relied upon as investment, legal, tax, or other advice.

Jeremy Au speaks with Raagulan Pathy, founder and CEO of Cast and former APAC head at Circle, to break down the structural shift underway in global finance. They explore how stablecoins, particularly USD-backed ones like USDC, offer a new digital foundation for cross-border banking, especially in economies plagued by inflation, capital controls, and financial instability. The conversation unpacks why traditional banks are failing globally mobile users, how dollarization is accelerating through crypto rails, and why sovereign currencies in smaller nations may not survive the next wave of financial decentralization. They also debate the long-term tension between U.S. crypto regulation and dollar dominance, and why Southeast Asia must build self-sustaining economies instead of relying on exports. Raagulan shares his vision for a flatter financial world where anyone, anywhere, can participate in a global economy without being constrained by local systems. 05:32 Stablecoins Enable Global Financial Access: Stablecoins like USDC give users a secure, borderless way to hold and move dollars especially valuable in countries facing inflation, devaluation, or banking instability. 11:41 Global Dollarization Is Accelerating: Raagulan forecasts that stablecoin-driven dollarization will peak around 2040 as smaller national currencies struggle to compete with the liquidity and reach of the U.S. dollar. 10:00 Traditional Banks Struggle with Global Customers: Even in advanced economies, traditional banks are ill-equipped to handle globally mobile users, leading to compliance headaches and service breakdowns. 25:05 Crypto Rails Will Power the Future of Finance: The conversation separates the role of crypto as currency from crypto as infrastructure, emphasizing that universal crypto rails will underpin all global financial transactions. 20:35 U.S. Crypto Policy Is Conflicted, but Will Evolve: The U.S. government's stance on crypto has swung between crackdown and support, but Raagulan sees a middle-ground policy emerging that balances innovation and control. 38:30 Southeast Asia Must Shift from Export-Led Growth: Countries like Vietnam and Indonesia can't rely solely on exports to the U.S.; they must modernize governance, stimulate local demand, and grow service industries. 27:00 A Freer Financial World Is the Endgame: Raagulan envisions a financial system where opportunity isn't tied to birthplace. Crypto and stablecoins could flatten the playing field for billions globally. Watch, listen or read the full insight at https://www.bravesea.com/blog/stablecoins-vs-broken-banking Get transcripts, startup resources & community discussions at www.bravesea.com WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VakR55X6BIElUEvkN02e TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremyau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyauz Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeremyau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bravesea English: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Bahasa Indonesia: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Chinese: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Vietnamese: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts

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In this episode of the Bitcoin Matrix, I chat with Preston Pysh who brings clarity as we explore the unraveling of the petrodollar system and the seismic shift toward a Bitcoin-centric financial future. ––– Offers & Discounts –––

A landmark crypto regulation package failed to advance in the Senate on Thursday after key Democrats backed out over the weekend. Dubbed the GENIUS Act, the bill needed 60 votes to move to the Senate floor for final passage. The final tally was 48 in favor and 49 against. Three senators did not vote.~This Episode is Sponsored By Coinbase~ Buy $50 & Get $50 for getting started on Coinbase➜ https://bit.ly/CBARRONGuest: Jennifer Schulp, Director of Financial Regulation Studies at the Cato Institute'sFollow Jennifer on Twitter➜ https://x.com/jenniferjschulp00:00 intro00:14 Sponsor: Coinbase00:36 Elizabeth Warren Wins01:16 Stablecoin Bill FAILS02:29 Bill Passing on Monday?03:45 Ban Accredited Investors05:37 FIT21 Bill Includes Removal07:46 Raising Capital Moving Offshore10:15 More Opportunities For Investors11:47 Robinhood: Meme coin IPO's Coming13:17 Launching Start-ups with Crypto15:53 VC Impact18:15 400mil Company Tokens Coming21:24 outro#Crypto #bitcoin #XRP~Stablecoin Bill Fails!

Blockchain DXB – May 12th EpisodeSeries: AI Takeover

Ron Hammond of the Blockchain Association joined me to discuss this week's crypto hearing and legislation progress.Topics: - Recap of the Crypto hearings from this past week - Democrats pushback and walkout of hearings - New Crypto Market Structure Bill - Status of the Stablecoin Bill - Timeline for legislation to be passed Show Sponsor - ✅ VeChain is a versatile enterprise-grade L1 smart contract platform https://www.vechain.org/ 

For this Rapid Response Friday, we answer patron questions on everything from how to examine a  warrant to why Donald Trump will never be sending anyone to Alcatraz. We also consider just how bad the Supreme Court's decision to uphold the administration's ban on trans military service members actually is, how the single biggest financial corruption scandal in Presidential history is happening right now right in front of us, and why the forced departure of the acting DC U.S. Attorney is some of the best news this country has had since January 20, 2025. Also: a surreal Black Mirror-style  footnote about the first time a U.S. courtroom has ever heard a victim's statement in a video made years after his death. Sample judicial warrant Sample ICE administrative warrant Trump's Crypto Conflict of Interest, Democracy Defenders Fund (4/23/25) Supreme Court's order in U.S. v. Shilling (5/8/25) Project 65's bar complaint against Acting U.S. Attorney Ed Martin “The Ed Martin Show,” Jeanette Cooperman, St. Louis Magazine (4/26/2011) Check out the OA Linktree for all the places to go and things to do! To support the show (and lose the ads!), please pledge at patreon.com/law! This content is CAN credentialed, which means you can report instances of harassment, abuse, or other harm on their hotline at (617) 249-4255, or on their website at creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org.

The crypto industry is fixated on the U.S. Senate. On Thursday, lawmakers failed to advance the GENIUS Act, the most significant federal stablecoin bill to date. But the story isn't over.  Behind the process is a drama about potential presidential conflicts, shifting political alliances, and unresolved policy questions. In this episode, Kristin Smith, CEO of the Blockchain Association and Amanda Tuminelli, executive director and CLO of the DeFi Education Fund, break down: Why the bill stalled but isn't dead yet The role Trump's crypto ties are playing Whether Democrats who once backed crypto are turning away Why advocates are still pushing for a deal this year Visit our website for breaking news, analysis, op-eds, articles to learn about crypto, and much more: unchainedcrypto.com FalconX Bitkey: Use code UNCHAINED for 20% off Mantle Kristin Smith, CEO of the Blockchain Association Amanda Tuminelli, executive director and CLO of the DeFi Education Fund Timestamps:

This week, Ryan and David unpack Ethereum's game-changing "Pectra" upgrade, doubling Layer 2 blob space and sparking fresh debates on L1 scaling. Meanwhile, Washington sets its sights on a $2 trillion stablecoin market, Apple's App Store monopoly cracks open to crypto, and Coinbase makes a historic acquisition of Deribit. Plus, Bitcoin breaks $100K and ETH $2k, are we officially back in bull territory? Find out on this week's Weekly Rollup.------

Gm! This week we're back with another weekly roundup. We discuss Coinbase's $3B acquisition of Deribit, Stripe's stablecoin launch, Ethereum's big pivot, will Meta launch a stablecoin & more. Enjoy! -- Start your day with crypto news, analysis and data from Katherine Ross. Subscribe to the Empire newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/empire?utm_source=podcasts -- Follow Santi: https://x.com/santiagoroel Follow Jason: https://x.com/jasonyanowitz Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ Join the Empire Telegram: https://t.me/+CaCYvTOB4Eg1OWJh -- Grab your tickets to Permissionless IV. Use code EMPIRE10 for 10% off: https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iv -- SKALE is the next evolution in Layer 1 blockchains with a gas-free invisible user experience, instant finality, high speed, and robust security. SKALE is built different as it allows for limitless scalability and has already saved its 50 Million users over $11 Billion in gas fees. SKALE is high-performance and cost-effective, making it ideal for compute-intensive applications like AI, gaming, and consumer-facing dApps. Learn more at https://skale.space and stay up to date with the gas-free invisible blockchain on X at @skalenetwork -- Marinade Labs develops staking technologies that strengthen Solana. In 2021, our protocol was the first to bring liquid staking to the network; today, our sophisticated, high-performance staking delegation platform brings billions in liquidity and security to the SOL market. We have solutions for both DeFi and TradFi, including liquid and native staking, as well as direct enterprise integrations. Our best-in-market features include user downside protection (through protected staking rewards) and optimized delegation (via our automated auction marketplace). Cryptoasset investors worldwide, from individual traders to global institutions, use Marinade to earn rewards on their SOL treasuries and holdings. We are headquartered in New York, with offices in the European Union, including Prague. To learn more about Marinade, visit marinade.finance. -- Ledger, the world leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Empire podcast. Celebrating 10 years of protecting over 20% of the world's crypto, Ledger ensures the security of your assets. For the best self-custody solution in the space, buy a LEDGER™ device and secure your crypto today. Buy now at www.Ledger.com -- WalletConnect is the onchain connectivity network . If you've connected to a Web3 app, you've seen WalletConnect. It's everywhere—an icon of trust in crypto, as recognizable as Visa at checkout. The numbers speak for themselves: Over 220 million connections and 35 million users worldwide use WalletConnect to power their Web3 experience. @WalletConnect on X and Telegram or visit https://WalletConnect.Network -- Get up to speed on the biggest stories in crypto each week. In five minutes. Get the Bitwise Weekly CIO Memo delivered directly to your inbox at bitwiseinvestments.com/ciomemo/empire -- Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (02:58) Bitcoin Breaks $100k (05:25) Ethereum's Pectra Upgrade (10:14) Ethereum's Big Pivot (12:41) Ads (Skale, Marinade) (14:13) Is Robinhood Launching A Chain? (15:31) Coinbase Acquires Deribit For $2.9 Billion (21:54) Stripe Sessions: The Stablecoin Playbook (32:02) Ads (Skale, Marinade) (33:35) Tokenization (real) (37:51) Is The IPO Window Open? (44:20) Ads (Ledger, WalletConnect, Bitwise) (46:38) The GENIUS Act (49:35) Will Meta Launch A Stablecoin? (52:08) Coinbase Earnings (53:31) Is Microstrategy A Threat To Bitcoin? (58:47) Final Thoughts — Disclaimer: Nothing said on Empire is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Santiago, Jason, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

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The Daily Gwei Refuel gives you a recap every other week day on everything that happened in the Ethereum and crypto ecosystems - hosted by Anthony Sassano. Timestamps and links to topics discussed: https://daily-gwei-links.vercel.app/recent 00:10 Pectra live on mainnet https://x.com/ethereum/status/1919794615827280126 03:33 Ethereum Foundation changes https://x.com/ethereumfndn/status/1916883771280040264 06:53 EOF and core dev governance chat https://x.com/tkstanczak/status/1920380135225618907 12:09 Ethereum execution layer scaling roadmap https://x.com/nero_eth/status/1916740828376006820 14:16 New slot lifecycle dashboard https://x.com/samcmAU/status/1919996765568147773 16:54 Gas limit to 60 million soon? https://x.com/sassal0x/status/1920611528744509526 18:28 Track validator consolidations https://x.com/sassal0x/status/1920615893584740377 https://x.com/PierTwo_com/status/1920074963597631817 23:09 BuilderNet chat https://x.com/beaverbuild/status/1919752626935087368 https://explorer.rated.network/builders?network=mainnet&timeWindow=1d&page=1 27:48 Stablecoins and rwa are gonna be big https://x.com/sassal0x/status/1920622678072869243 34:00 Hanniabu's thoughts on scaling L1 and L2 https://x.com/hanni_abu/status/1920475130754371630 36:46 Top 4 layer 2's are now stage 1 https://x.com/sassal0x/status/1917770736137298104 39:01 Unichain integrates TEEs for block building https://x.com/unichain/status/1918290979368407403 44:11 Ethereum R1 neutral rollup https://x.com/ethereumR1/status/1917915035516498025 51:14 Infinex Connect revealed https://x.com/infinex_app/status/1917532851433791694 52:31 Where I'm at with my involvement in crypto https://x.com/sassal0x/status/1920264568946712694 This episode is also available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/X8TrVp1JWjU Subscribe to the newsletter: https://thedailygwei.substack.com/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvCp6vKY5jDr87htKH6hgDA/ Follow Anthony on Twitter: https://twitter.com/sassal0x Follow The Daily Gwei on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thedailygwei Join the Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/4pfUJsENcg DISCLAIMER: All information presented across all of The Daily Gwei's communication channels is strictly for educational purposes and should not be taken as investment advice.

Tune into this episode of the Security Token Show where this week Herwig Konings, Kyle Sonlin, Nico Pantelis, and guest contributor Dr. Bob Murphy from infineo cover the industry leading headlines and market movements, including how tokenized stocks are taking off, IP tokenization, and more RWA news! This week Jason Barraza had the opportunity to interview Jerald David (JD) from Arca Labs and Alan Konevsky from tZERO to talk about their new Lynq Network, Crypto.com joining as their latest launch partner, and what it means for the industry. JD and Alan also share one more surprise launch partner! Dinari's CEO Gabriel Otte also came on for an interview around their recent $12.7M Series A round, how they'll be expanding, insights on where there's demand for tokenized US stocks, arbitrage opportunities, and more. Company of the Week - Herwig: Beyond, Inc. Company of the Week - Kyle: Permuto Capital  The Market Movements 1. GENIUS Act Did NOT Pass! 2. Securitize Receives Investment from Jump Crypto: https://news.bitcoin.com/jump-crypto-takes-strategic-stake-in-securitize-to-bolster-blockchain-finance/  3. Beyond to Close Overstock IP Token RegCF Early: https://investors.beyond.com/news-events/press-releases/news-details/2025/Beyond-Inc--Announces-the-Early-Closing-Date-of-the-Overstock-O-Digital-Asset-Security-Offering-on-the-tZERO-Platform/default.aspx  4. Beyond Doubles Down With Second Offering: buybuy BABY IP Token: https://investors.beyond.com/news-events/press-releases/news-details/2025/Beyond-Inc--Announces-the-Launch-of-the-BABY-Digital-Asset-Security-Offering-on-the-tZERO-Platform/default.aspx 5. Robinhood to Tokenize American Stocks for Europe: https://crypto.news/robinhood-plans-tokenized-u-s-stocks-for-european-investors-report/  6. US Treasury's TBAC Releases Report on Stablecoins and Interest: https://www.ledgerinsights.com/us-treasury-report-on-stablecoins-mulls-upside-of-offering-interest/   7. Stripe Expands Stablecoin Accounts to 100+ Countries: https://cointelegraph.com/news/stripe-announces-stablecoin-financial-accounts  The Token Debrief 1. Inveniam Acquires Data Company Tractiv for Private Markets AI: https://www.inveniam.io/resources/inveniam-acquires-tractiv-to-enhance-enterprise-grade-ai-technology-for-private-markets 2. BVNK Receives Investment from Visa as Stablecoins Heat Up: https://www.forbes.com/sites/danielwebber/2025/05/06/visa-invests-in-bvnk-in-powerful-validation-of-stablecoins-future/   3. Colb Asset Raises 7.3M Seed Extension: https://crypto.news/colb-asset-raises-fresh-funds-to-bring-pre-ipo-equities-on-chain/   4. Superstate Announces Tokenized Equities Platform “Opening Bell”, SOL Strategies to Offer First Token: https://superstate.com/blog/superstate-reveals-opening-bell-public-equities-onchain  5. RedSwan to Tokenize Altus Opportunity Fund on Hedera 6. Permuto Capital Amends S-1 Filing to Tokenize MSFT: https://blockchain.news/flashnews/s-1-filing-for-tokenized-msft-stock-major-step-for-crypto-equity-integration  7. Project Ensemble by HKMA Sees Northern Trust Join Carbon Credits Pilot: https://techbullion.com/northern-trust-joins-project-ensemble-to-pilot-tokenized-carbon-credits/  8. Citi to Partner with SDX as Custodian and Tokenization Engine: https://www.citigroup.com/global/news/press-release/2025/citi-and-sdx-join-forces-to-unlock-access-to-tokenized-private-market-assets-for-global-issuers-and-investors   9. New Kyrgyzstan Gold-backed USDKG Planned for Q3 Launch: https://coinedition.com/kyrgyzstan-to-launch-gold-backed-usd-pegged-stablecoin-usdkg-by-q3-2025/  10. Deutsche Borse Integrates FX Platform into Digital Exchange: https://www.ledgerinsights.com/deutsche-borses-360t-unveils-3dx-digital-exchange-for-crypto/  11. Onchain Risk Detection: Tether's Hadron and Chainalysis: https://tether.io/news/hadron-by-tether-integrates-chainalysis-sets-new-standard-for-compliant-tokenization/  12. Kinexys by J.P.Morgan Works with MIT to Explore Token Standards Banks: https://www.ledgerinsights.com/standards-for-bank-tokens-proposed-by-kinexys-by-jp-morgan-mit/  13. Kinexys Digital Payments Expands to MENA, Supporting 8 Banks in Region: https://www.theblock.co/post/352722/jpmorgans-blockchain-unit-mena-expansion  14. ECB Launches Innovation Platform for Euro CDBC with 70 Organizations: https://www.ledgerinsights.com/70-organizations-join-ecbs-digital-euro-innovation-platform/  15. Malaysia's Securities Commission Introduces RWA Regulatory Framework: https://www.ledgerinsights.com/sc-malaysia-proposes-plans-for-tokenized-capital-market-products/  16. Custodia Teams Up With Vantage for Onchain Cross-Border Deposits: https://www.ledgerinsights.com/custodia-vantage-enable-cross-border-tokenized-deposits-on-ethereum/  ⏰ TABLE OF CONTENTS ⏰ 0:00 Introduction 0:16 Welcome 1:07 Market Movements 29:30 STS Interviews: Lynq Network 36:52 Token Debrief 47:47 STS Interviews: Dinari 57:26 Companies of The Week

In today's episode with cypherpunk and artist Gus Grillasca, we explore the intricate crossroads of cryptocurrency and global economics. From the propaganda of inflation to Bitcoin Ordinals and the NFT controversy, this episode challenges conventional narratives and opens up new perspectives. Hear Gus' insights on navigating the Ethereum ecosystem, the financialization of Bitcoin, and privacy coins in the digital age.We also talk about the evolving role of crypto in Latin America, reflect on the surprising dynamics of meme coins, and uncover gaps in financial literacy that could shape the next chapter of blockchain adoption. Whether you're captivated by the promise of stablecoins, intrigued by NFT permanence, or pondering crypto's place in an unstable world, this episode offers thought-provoking insights and artistic freedom at its core.INFLARE: https://scarce.city/goods/inflare Fierro Viejo: https://superrare.com/artwork/eth/0xb932a70A57673d89f4acfFBE830E8ed7f75Fb9e0/34374 Chapters:00:00 Defiant Intro00:10 Inflation is bankers' propaganda00:50 Introduction to Gus Grillasca01:38 Gus' Journey into blockchain02:35 Banking challenges for travelors04:44 Rare Pepes, Ethereum NFTs, and Bitcoin Ordinals07:44 Changing views on the Ethereum ecosystem09:04 Bitcoin Ordinals, memes, and the NFT Controversy10:30 Bitcoin Ordinals and NFT permanence14:53 The controversy around updates to the Bitcoin protocol16:28 “INFLARE” and The Space by Art of Freedom17:25 Inflation as a monetary phenomenon21:06 Global inflation, purchasing power, and the role of crypto in an unstable world25:37 Is the financialization of Bitcoin good or bad for crypto?27:25 Bitcoin Reserve and the Digital Asset Stockpile30:36 Thoughts on $TRUMP and other meme coins34:45 Changing expectations of investing in NFT38:18 Crypto's role in Latin America45:35 “Fierro Viejo,” NFTs and intellectual property50:00 A gap in financial literacy 53:18 Ethereum's changing roadmap57:25 Privacy coins59:40 The need for privacy in the digital age01:03:05 Stablecoins, financial products, and exciting prospects in crypto 01:05:56 Final Thoughts

Legislation to create a framework for payment stablecoins failed to clear a key hurdle on the Senate floor Thursday, after several Democrats voted against moving forward with consideration of the bill.~This Episode is Sponsored By Coinbase~ Buy $50 & Get $50 for getting started on Coinbase➜ https://bit.ly/CBARRONGuest: Samir Kerbage, CIO at HashdexHashdex website➜ https://www.hashdex.com/en-KY/products/hdexbh00:00 intro00:17 Sponsor: Coinbase00:40 Democrats vs Stablecoin Bill01:40 Elizabeth Warren Recruits Dems with FUD02:25 Will Bill Fail?04:03 Michael Saylor on Currency Potential04:36 US Currency Boom06:29 Institutional Adoption07:37 Anti-Crypto Army Brainwashes Bernie Sanders09:36 Robinhood Needed Stablecoins10:37 Stablecoins Helps Capital Markets12:52 Interest Bearing Stablecoins14:15 Stablecoin Winners16:10 XRP ETF18:10 Biggest Winner of Stablecoin Bill: Ethereum20:00 outro#Crypto #Ethereum #XRP~Anti-Crypto Army vs Stablecoin Bill!!!

TN Lee is the CoFounder of Pendle Finance and Stephen is the Founder at DeFi Dojo.In this episode, we host a deep dive on ideas and strategies for farming with stablecoins on Pendle along with updates for future permissionless market listings, plus their unreleased leveraged yield trading platform Boros.------

Dennis Porter, CEO & Co-Founder of the Satoshi Action Fund, joined me to discuss the first US State passing a Bitcoin Reserve Bill into law.Topics:- New Hampshire Bitcoin Reserve Bill passed into Law - Which other states are close to signing this into law? - Cities vs States BTC Reserve - How this impacts the US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve on the Federal level - Will States mine or run nodes for Bitcoin Show Sponsor -

Stablecoins are important emerging financial products, and this webinar will explore their benefits, opportunities, and use cases. Additionally, it will identify risks, challenges, and concerns associated with stablecoins. The webinar will provide an overview of the State of Wyoming’s stablecoin program, known as Wyoming Stable Tokens. Furthermore, it will delve into private sector stable coins, their practical applications, and provides valuable insights from panelists in the stablecoins space.Featuring: Anthony Apollo, Executive Director, Wyoming Stable Token CommissionProf. Dan Awrey, Beth and Marc Goldberg Professor of Law, Cornell Law SchoolJerome Roche, Head of Legal for Blockchain, Crypto and Digital Currencies, Paypal Inc.Sarah Wilson, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, CircleModerator: Prof. Gary Kalbaugh, Deputy General Counsel & Director, ING Holdings Corps; Special Professor of Law, Maurice A. Dean School of Law

Wyatt sits down with David Taylor of Etherfuse. In this episode:  MXN stablecoins and other currencies Shaping regulatory frameworks Who wins out: innovators vs financial incumbents

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Brendan Pedersen, author of Punchbowl News' The Vault, talks about why key Democrats withdrew support for a bill to regulate stablecoins, how House Financial Services Committee GOP are targeting CFPB, and why an effort to overturn the medical debt rule appears to have failed for now.

Wyatt sits down with Justin Garland and Hannah JoJo of Asymmetry Finance. In this episode, we cover:  The evolution of yield in DeFi Primitives users want Crypto risk assessment Learn more about Asymmetry

Stablecoins are the latest digital asset to grab headlines. Congress is considering legislation around the cryptocurrency, and a Trump family-affiliated company is preparing to launch its own Stablecoin. But does this digital currency live up to its own name? Related episodes:What's this about a crypto reserve? (Apple / Spotify) Is 'government crypto' a good idea? (Apple / Spotify) WTF is a Bitcoin ETF? (Apple / Spotify) For sponsor-free episodes of The Indicator from Planet Money, subscribe to Planet Money+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Fact-checking by Sierra Juarez. Music by Drop Electric. Find us: TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Newsletter. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy