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Unchained

Crypto assets and blockchain technology are about to transform every trust-based interaction of our lives, from financial services to identity to the Internet of Things. In this podcast, host Laura Shin, an independent journalist covering all things crypto, talks with industry pioneers about how crypto assets and blockchains will change the way we earn, spend and invest our money. Tune in to find out how Web 3.0, the decentralized web, will revolutionize our world.

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Bits + Bips: Why ETH Is Soaring and How Long The Rally Can Continue - Ep. 886

13 Aug 2025
1h 15m
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In this episode of Bits and Bips, Steven Ehrlich hosts Alex Kruger, Ram Ahluwalia, and Sid Powell to discuss current trends in crypto and macroeconomics. The panel analyzes Ethereum's recent surge, attributing it to stablecoin narratives and significant market flows driven by companies like Bitmain and SPET. They delve...

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Which Types of Crypto Assets Make for Good Treasury Companies? - Ep. 885

12 Aug 2025
1h 3m
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In this episode of Unchained, Laura Shin interviews Guy Young, founder of Ethena Labs, and Rob Hadick, general partner at Dragonfly, about corporate treasury companies in the crypto space. They discuss the motivations behind creating these vehicles, the different structures they can take (SPACs, PIPEs, convertible debt...

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The Chopping Block: The New Ethereum Era: High-Stakes Trial, Wall Street Deals, and ETHZilla - Ep. 884

08 Aug 2025
1h 3m
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In this episode of the podcast, Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Avichal Garg, and Tomas Stancak convene at the Science of Blockchain Conference to discuss current events in the crypto space. The main topics include the Tornado Cash trial verdict, where the defendant was found guilty on one charge but had a hung jury on ot...

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Can the New Solana Phone Go Mainstream? And What the Roman Storm Verdict Means - Ep. 883

08 Aug 2025
1h 28m
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In this episode of Unchained, Laura Shin covers two major stories in the crypto world. First, she interviews Emmett Hollyer, GM of Solana Mobile, about the new Solana crypto smartphone, the Seeker, discussing its features, security, and goals for mainstream adoption, as well as the Solana DApp store and the SKR token. ...

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Bits + Bips: Why Investors Are Looking at the Jobs Data All Wrong - Ep. 882

06 Aug 2025
1h 26m
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In this episode of Bits and Bits, Steve Ehrlich, Noelle Acheson, and Ram Ahluwalia, along with guest Ben Werkman, delve into the week's consequential macro and crypto events. They dissect the FOMC meeting, the implications of Trump's actions regarding the BLS commissioner, and the potential impact on market trust. The ...

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Jim Bianco on Why 0% Interest Rates and Money Printing Are Gone for Good - Ep. 881

05 Aug 2025
1h 5m
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In this episode of Unchained, Laura Shin interviews macro expert Jim Bianco about major shifts in the US economy, monetary policy, and crypto. Bianco discusses the misinterpretation of downward revisions to recent job growth data, arguing they don't necessarily signal a weakening economy but rather reflect survey issue...

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The Chopping Block: Tornado Cash on Trial, Crypto Privacy in Crisis, and Robert’s LQR House Takeover - Ep. 880

02 Aug 2025
56m
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In this episode of The Chatting Block, Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Robert Leshner, and Tarun discuss the ongoing legal case of Roman Storm, the creator of Tornado Cash, and the potential criminal charges against Dragonfly, an early investor in Tornado Cash. They delve into the implications of the case for privacy, sof...

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In Q2 Earnings, MSTR Surges, and Coinbase Stumbles. But What's Next? - Ep. 879

02 Aug 2025
51m
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This podcast episode features two interviews focusing on company earnings in the crypto space. The first interview with Lance Vitanza of TD Cohen discusses Strategy's blockbuster Q2 results, highlighting their increased Bitcoin yield guidance and creative capital market strategies. Vitanza emphasizes the favorable regu...

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10 Years In, Here's Why Aave's Founder Isn’t Done Betting on Ethereum - Ep. 878

01 Aug 2025
1h 15m
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In this episode of Unchained, Laura Shin interviews Stani Kulechov, the founder of Aave, to discuss Ethereum's 10th anniversary and the future of DeFi. Stani reflects on the evolution of Ethereum, from its early days to its current status as a leading blockchain for decentralized finance. He expresses his bullish outlo...

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As Ethereum Turns 10, Where Is the Foundation Focused Next? - Ep. 877

31 Jul 2025
1h 19m
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In this episode of Unchained, host Laura Shin interviews Tomáš Stončík, co-executive director of the Ethereum Foundation, to commemorate Ethereum's 10th anniversary. They discuss Ethereum's evolution, narratives, and the Ethereum Foundation's role, focusing on scaling, interoperability, and user experience. Tomáš share...

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Bits + Bips: ETH Makes a Comeback While Crypto’s Animal Spirits Revive - Ep. 876

29 Jul 2025
1h 23m
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In this episode of Bits and Bips, Steve Ehrlich hosts Ram Ahluwalia, Katalin Tischhauser, and Jake Ostrovskis to discuss the latest in crypto and macroeconomics. The panel explores the resurgence of Ethereum, the implications of crypto treasury companies, and the potential for an altcoin season. They also delve into th...

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The Price of PUMP Is at Its Lowest Since the ICO. Will It Recover? - Ep. 875

25 Jul 2025
1h 11m
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In this episode of Unchained, Laura Shin hosts Yan Liberman, Jason Pagoulatos, and Simon Smockey from Delphi Digital to discuss PUMP fun and its associated token, PUMP. The conversation revolves around the initial hype and subsequent decline of the token's price, the reasons behind the underwhelming performance post-IC...

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The Chopping Block: The Clarity Act, Stablecoins, and a $120K Bitcoin Boom - Ep. 874

24 Jul 2025
1h 7m
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In this episode of Chopping Block, Haseeb Qureshi, along with Tom Schmidt, Robert Leshner, Tarun Chitra, and Rebecca Rettig, discuss recent developments in crypto legislation, specifically the Genius Act (stablecoin bill) and the Clarity Act (market structure bill). Rebecca provides insights into the implications of th...

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Bits + Bips: Stablecoins Just Went Legit, but That’s Only the First Step - Ep. 873

23 Jul 2025
1h 2m
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In this episode of Bits and Dips, Steve Ehrlich hosts Noelle Acheson, Ram Ahluwalia, and Cosmo Jiang to discuss recent developments in crypto and macroeconomics. The panel analyzes the implications of the Genius Act, a stablecoin bill, and its potential impact on traditional finance, including banks and payment process...

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Udi Wertheimer on Why Bitcoin Could Reach $400,000 by Year's End - Ep. 872

22 Jul 2025
54m
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In this episode of Unchained, Laura Shin interviews Udi Wertheimer, a Bitcoin advocate, about his Bitcoin thesis, which he outlined in an essay titled "This Bitcoin Thesis Will Retire Your Bloodline." Udi draws a parallel between Bitcoin's current market dynamics and Dogecoin's explosive growth in 2021, suggesting that...

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The U.S. Finally Has Stablecoin Legislation. Can Crypto Compete With Banks? - Ep. 871

18 Jul 2025
42m
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In this episode of Unchained, Laura Shin interviews Dante Disparte, Chief Strategy Officer at Circle, about the GENIUS Act, a significant piece of crypto legislation. Disparte discusses the bipartisan support for the bill, its implications for stablecoin regulation, and its potential impact on the U.S.'s role in the gl...

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The Chopping Block: Pump, Perps, and Policy: Crypto’s Multi-Front Bull Market - Ep. 870

17 Jul 2025
55m
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In this episode of Chopping Block, the panel discusses the recent Pump.fun ICO, its market dynamics, and its implications for the crypto industry. They analyze the oversubscription of the ICO, the multi-venue distribution strategy, and the sentiment surrounding the launch. The conversation then shifts to Hyperliquid's ...

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Bits + Bips: Who Wins If the GENIUS Act Passes, and Is Bitcoin’s Rally Over? - Ep. 869

16 Jul 2025
1h 16m
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In this episode of Bits and Bips, Steve Ehrlich hosts a panel discussion with Ram Ahluwalia, Noelle Acheson, and Austin Campbell, focusing on the latest developments in crypto and macroeconomics. The panel analyzes Bitcoin's recent price surge, attributing it to speculative trading and its unique position as both a ris...

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Pump.fun Just Raised $600M. What Does This Mean for DeFi, Solana & Social Media? - Ep. 868

15 Jul 2025
1h 5m
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In this episode of Unchained, Laura Shin hosts Haseeb Qureshi and Joe McCann to discuss PumpFun's recent ICO. The conversation covers the negative sentiment surrounding the raise, the mechanics of the ICO, and the token distribution. They analyze the high demand despite the criticism, the unique capital formation proce...

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The Chopping Block: Paul Grewal on Regulation, Tokenization, and Crypto’s Next Legal Frontier – Ep 867

11 Jul 2025
42m
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In this episode of the podcast "Chopping Block," Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Robert Leshner, and Tarun Chitra are joined by Paul Grewal, Chief Legal Officer at Coinbase, to discuss current events in the crypto industry. The conversation covers the tokenization of pre-IPO stocks, including Robinhood's and SoFi's initia...

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