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Unchained

Laura Shin
Farcaster
Solana
Ethereum
Decentralization
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Defi
DEX Aggregation
Web3 Social Media
Crypto
Airdrop
Token Sale
Decentralized Finance
Crypto Community
Bitcoin
Client Diversity
Web 3.0
NFT
Liquidity Pool
Community Feedback
Airdrops

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 ... more

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Recent Guests

Alex Zozos
General Counsel of Superstate
Superstate
Episode: DEX in the City: When NYSE Goes Onchain, What Happens to Financial Intermediaries?
Alex Svanevik
Co-founder and CEO at Nansen, an on-chain analytics platform.
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Episode: How Nansen’s New Trading Agent Makes It Easier to Follow the Smart Money Onchain
Eric Fine
Portfolio Manager for Active Emerging Markets Debt at VanEck.
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Episode: Why Bitcoin Has Fallen Behind Gold & What Could Come Next
Vinny Lingham
Co-founder and president of Xash, and a prominent figure in the cryptocurrency space.
Xash
Episode: Why Bitcoin Has Fallen Behind Gold & What Could Come Next
Danny Ives
The grand herald of technology at Wedbush
Wedbush
Episode: Bits + Bips: How AI and Energy Prices Will Force the Fed’s Hand
Summer Mersinger
CEO of the Blockchain Association and former CFTC commissioner
Blockchain Association
Episode: DEX in the City: Why the Market Structure Bill May Not Be Good for DeFi
Marc Zeller
Founder of the Aave Chan Initiative
Aave Chan Initiative
Episode: How Aave Labs and the DAO Should Split Ownership of the Brand - Uneasy Money
Peter Churr
The North Star of Macro at Academy Securities
Academy Securities
Episode: How Maduro's Capture and a 'Pre-War World' Affects Bitcoin: Bits + Bips
John D'Agostino
Special guest from Coinbase
Coinbase
Episode: Bits + Bips: 2026 Crypto Predictions: BTC & ETH Hit Record Highs, Stablecoins Go Big

Host

Laura Shin
Independent journalist covering all things crypto, she brings a wealth of knowledge and insights from her extensive interviews with leaders in the blockchain space.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 2.3k ratings
  • During a time of crisis, I came across what I thought was a legitimate charity online. They had a professional-looking website, emotional stories, and even testimonials from supposed donors. They claimed the funds were being used to support families in need, and it really tugged at my heart. I made a donation, then another, and soon after they kept reaching out with urgent appeals. Every message made me feel like I was directly helping vulnerable people, so I gave more than I could really afford... more

    Podchaser
    5
    gutmannaiden6
    4 months ago
  • I've been investing for years, both in traditional markets and in crypto. I always considered myself smart enough to spot red flags, but the truth is, even experienced investors can fall victim to the right scam. That's exactly what happened to me. The platform I dealt with looked professional in every way. They had a sleek website, convincing support staff, and even showed me trading dashboards that looked legitimate. I tested them with a smaller deposit and was even able to withdraw at first. ... more

    Podchaser
    5
    hunkmuller0
    4 months ago
  • Great show

    Unchained has kept its integrity much better than some others in the space. I love the roundtable format. Generally very high-quality discussion with much food for thought.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kfixbwhdisa
    United States6 months ago
  • On the Chopping Block…

    Overall, Unchained is great. Shin is an excellent interviewer and most of the time “in the loop”

    On all topics being covered. She does an excellent job of setting guests up and giving them time to follow through and elaborate.

    The other shows, the round tables with the macro guys.. those can be brutal listens sometimes. The pretentiousness from some of them is blatant and at times they will start speaking over each other, even guests. They ramble &.. just a very disjointed and strange show. So... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    5starok
    United States7 months ago
  • Low quality Solana shells

    Shin is an atrocious interviewer. She is often misinformed, spreads that misinformation and is generally just parrots VC and crypto twitter propaganda. Bits and Bips is pretty good though.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Uber eats is awful
    United States9 months ago

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Diverse opinions are expressed on the Chopping Block segment, with some finding it insightful while others critique its execution.
Listeners appreciate the high-quality discussions and thought-provoking insights, emphasizing the informed interviewing style of the host.

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Bits + Bips: Why Gold Still Dominates — And What Bitcoin Must Prove
Q: Is it possible that any demand for safe haven demand that could be going to Bitcoin perhaps could be going to stable coins instead?
Absolutely, stable coins could serve as non-volatile substitutes for Bitcoin.
Bits + Bips: Why Gold Still Dominates — And What Bitcoin Must Prove
Q: Do you think Bitcoin can ever be a safe haven, like gold?
No, not necessarily, but it needs to achieve a more currency-like volatility.
Q-Day Is Imminent. Can Bitcoin Survive the Quantum Threat?
Q: Can you explain what Project Eleven is working on in relation to quantum security?
Project Eleven is focusing on building quantum-resilient cryptographic infrastructure to aid blockchains in migrating before the quantum threat becomes real.
Q-Day Is Imminent. Can Bitcoin Survive the Quantum Threat?
Q: When would you project that quantum computing would be a threat to Bitcoin?
It's hard to project; estimates range from two to fifty years, but there's a growing consensus this may happen sooner than expected, potentially within the next five years.
Polygon's Big Pivot: Why the Network Is Pivoting to Payments and What It Means for POL
Q: Why are you making this shift now?
The shift to payments has been in the works for about 12 months, and the decision is now to generate revenue and offer specific services and improve desirability for companies to pay for those services.

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Focusing on the transformative power of crypto assets and blockchain technology, this podcast engages a range of experts and industry leaders to explore how these innovations will alter financial services, identity management, and more. Key discussions revolve around the decentralized web and its potential influence on everyday transactions, offering listeners insights into topics such as Web 3.0, decentralized finance (DeFi), and the implications of emerging regulatory frameworks. With a mix of interviews and analytical panels, the content aims at demystifying complex subjects for both crypto enthusiasts and newcomers alike, highlighting the challenges and opportunities that the crypto landscape presents.

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