Best Crypto Gaming Institute Podcasts (2025)

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Ethereum Foundation: Humanity’s Shared World Computer - Hsiao-Wei Wang & Tomasz Stańczak 1:10:21

1d ago1:10:21

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As society evolves, so do its values and principles, but is that desirable for technology that seeks to build the most reliable, trustless and censorship resistant global settlement layer? Ever since the rise in popularity of Solana with its inflow of retail capital in a memecoin gold rush, Ethereum became even more criticized for sticking true to …

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Episode 6: Crypto Meets Gaming: Coinbase Partners with Riot Games & Launches X402 Payment Protocol 36:58

4h ago36:58

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In this episode of the Social Ledger Report, JR and Leon dive into the latest crypto news, blockchain developments, and the evolving landscape of gaming partnerships. From Coinbase’s groundbreaking X402 payment protocol to their strategic acquisition of Deribit, this episode is packed with insights on how the crypto space is expanding its influence…

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YIELD TALKS: How To Master Stablecoin Strategies With Pendle Finance 1:12:50

24m ago1:12:50

1:12:50

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. ------ 🔗 Essential Show Links 🔗 ► Newslette…

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How To Be Early In Crypto With Maven 11 1:12:52

3h ago1:12:52

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Mads Mathiesen is a Research Partner at Maven 11. In this episode, we’re joined by a crypto-native VC fund Maven 11 to explore what it really means to be early in crypto. We discuss how their team identifies high conviction investments, like opinionated applications, consumer apps, and stablecoin payment systems. Plus, more on why the next wave of …

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Taiko: Scaling Ethereum in a Decentralised Manner - Joaquin Mendes 1:08:05

5d ago1:08:05

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Taiko is a decentralized, Ethereum-equivalent (type I) rollup scaling solution which uses ZK technology. Taiko's goal is to scale Ethereum efficiently while maintaining security and decentralization. Being a type I zkEVM, Taiko retains full Ethereum equivalence, which creates a seamless DevEx, although this comes at the expense of UX as slower proo…

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Inside the NCUA: New Chairman Kyle Hauptman on Fintech & Regulation 45:42

19h ago45:42

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In this episode, NCUA Chair Kyle Hauptman discusses tech's role in credit unions. He highlights NCUA's open approach to digital assets, AI/blockchain use cases and DOGE’s project to streamline the federal government.By Jo Ann Barefoot

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DeFi Without Liquidations: How Stable Jack is Changing the Game 55:07

3d ago55:07

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In this episode, we speak with Cesar, Co-founder of StableJack, about their novel DeFi primitive that offers leveraged exposure to yield, volatility, and points — all without liquidation risk. We explore how StableJack works, how it compares to Pendle and GMX, and how its v2 architecture serves different DeFi personas — from conservative yield seek…

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Episode 5: Is Worldcoin the End of Bots? + Ripple vs Circle Showdown 31:25

5d ago31:25

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In this week’s episode of the Social Ledger Report, JR (Founder & CEO of Social Market) and Leon (CMO) break down the biggest crypto headlines—without the noise. Hosts: Jesus Burgoa (JR), Founder & CEO of Social Market LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesus-rafael-burgoa-b34874170/ X: https://x.com/jesusrburgoa Website: https://jrburgoa.com/ C…

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How Kinetiq Will Supercharge Hyperliquid DeFi With The kHYPE LST 1:04:20

6d ago1:04:20

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Omnia is the CoFounder of Kinetiq. In this episode, we cover the native liquid staking protocol for Hyperliquid, with the upcoming launch of its LST for HYPE, called kHYPE. We dive into how kHYPE can unlock new utility and yield opportunities across Hyperliquid DeFi, the architecture behind its staking design, and the early institutional demand for…

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The Return of Olympus: Zeus on Surviving, Evolving, and Scaling OHM 1:56:22

8d ago1:56:22

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Zeus is the Founder of Olympus. In this episode, the anonymous DeFi founder Zeus does his first podcast appearance in 4 years to share how Olympus survived the bear market, restructured its vision, and is now scaling the programmatic money OHM with new products like Cooler Loans V2 and a $275M treasury. ------ 🔗 Essential Show Links 🔗 ► Newsletter:…

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Mysten Labs: How Sui Leverages Move to Build the Composable Web3nternet - Adeniyi Abiodun 1:03:09

13d ago1:03:09

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Founded by former Meta Diem team members, Sui is a high-performance, layer-1 blockchain designed for horizontal scaling and low-latency transactions. It uses an object-centric data model and the Move programming language to enable transaction parallelization which can handle >200,000 txs/s. Sui’s goal is to combine the benefits of blockchains with …

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Episode 4: Crypto’s Next Phase? Utility, Regulation & Institutional Adoption 27:39

13d ago27:39

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After a short break for Good Friday, JR and Leon return to break down the week’s biggest stories in the world of crypto, fintech, and decentralization. Hosts: Jesus Burgoa (JR), Founder & CEO of Social Market LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesus-rafael-burgoa-b34874170/ X: https://x.com/jesusrburgoa Website: https://jrburgoa.com/ Co-Host: Le…

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Maple Finance: On-Chain Institutional Yield & Lending Markets - Sidney Powell 54:49

18d ago54:49

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With an extensive experience in traditional money markets, Maple Finance was envisioned as an institutional capital marketplace which combines the transparency & capital efficiency of blockchains with the regulatory framework of TradFi. Unlike many DeFi protocols that require over-collateralized loans (e.g. Aave), Maple also specializes in under-co…

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AI for Managing Risk: Oscilar CEO Neha Narkhede 41:29

14d ago41:29

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Oscilar CEO Neha Narkhede discusses AI for risk management, focusing on fraud & financial crime detection. Learn how AI breaks data silos & improves security.By Jo Ann Barefoot

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Bitcoin = Home: The Mortgage Revolution No One Saw Coming with Josip Rupena of Milo 23:44

20d ago23:44

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Here’s a sentence I never thought I’d say: you can buy a house with your Bitcoin — without ever selling it. That’s the financial revolution Josip Rupena is building. He’s the founder and CEO of Milo, the fintech startup that’s already issued over $60 million in crypto mortgages — loans backed by your Bitcoin, not your bank account. And here’s the k…

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Web3 Warriors Episode 118 - Sira Toure, DLAR.io Founder & CTO, discusses smart contracts in the legal world and crypto adoption 1:11:15

18d ago1:11:15

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In episode 118 of Web3 Warriors, Krome connects with Sira Toure, Founder & CTO of DLAR.io, a new web3 platform using AI and blockchain to simplify legal contracts and support web3 adoption. Their first project, MyLegaleze, aims to use AI and smart contracts to break down any documents and let the user know if there are any potential issues. Sira di…

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Crypto, AI Agents, and the Future of Decentralized Infrastructure with Chris “Jinx” Jenkins 17:32

22d ago17:32

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My buddy Chris Jenkins just got back from ETHDenver, and he’s buzzing about the convergence of crypto and AI. He’s the head of operations at the Pocket Network Foundation, and right now, they’re gearing up for their biggest protocol upgrade ever: Shannon. What they’re doing is wild — opening up full permissionless access to decentralized data, from…

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He Made MILLIONS Selling Used T-Shirts – The Shocking Truth! 16:53

20d ago16:53

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In this episode of our podcast, we dive into the unbelievable story of how one person became a multi-millionaire by selling used T-shirts. We reveal the secrets behind their success, how YOU can profit from reselling clothes and video games, and the lessons you can learn from this unconventional path to wealth. From giveaways to lucrative online pl…

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Winds of Change: Brett King and Nick Hughes from Necker Island 41:58

21d ago41:58

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Jo Ann sits down with her friend Brett King and M-Pesa founder Nick Hughes on this special crossover episode of Barefoot Innovation & Breaking Banks, recorded live at Virgin Unite’s “Change: Fintech Leaders Gathering” on Necker Island.By Jo Ann Barefoot

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Tally: The Software Layer for Tokenized Organizations - Dennison Bertram 1:01:21

26d ago1:01:21

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Tally is a software platform designed to support tokenized organizations, particularly Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) and crypto communities. It provides tools for launching tokens, governing protocols, and enabling staking to foster community participation and growth. Tally facilitates onchain governance, allowing transparent and de…

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Silk Road to Satoshi: Digging Up Bitcoin’s Buried Past with Pete Rizzo 45:03

26d ago45:03

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Pete Rizzo Thinks We're Losing Bitcoin's History. I'm Helping Him Fix That. Pete Rizzo’s been called Bitcoin’s historian — and after this conversation, you’ll understand why. He’s spent the past few years diving deep into the stories, people, and drama that built Bitcoin from nothing into a global force. We talk about that work — the threads, the a…

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Ethereum's Fundamentals Are Surging, Now What About ETH? 1:12:29

22d ago1:12:29

1:12:29

Ryan Berckmans is an Ethereum community member and ETH investor. In this episode, we unpack the disconnect between Ethereum’s surging fundamentals and its lagging market price, exploring what’s driving real adoption, why ETH demand hasn’t followed through (yet), and what could finally flip the narrative. ------ 🔗 Essential Show Links 🔗 ► Newsletter…

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Computer Arbitrage, Inefficient Markets, Tariffs, and Monetizing Stranded Energy with Sopris Capital’s Head of Special Situations Dan Wedman 24:33

27d ago24:33

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Welcome back, everyone! I sat down with my new friend Daniel Wedman, the head of special situations at Sopris Capital. We delved into a variety of topics, focusing on the dynamic world of Bitcoin and crypto investments, and the evolving landscape of capital markets. Daniel's Career Journey Daniel shared his fascinating career trajectory, starting f…

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YIELD TALKS: Institutional-Grade Yield, DeFi-Native Access, Inside Maple Finance 55:40

23d ago55:40

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Joe Flanagan is CoFounder of Maple Finance and Martin de Rijke is Head of Growth. In this episode, we explore how Maple Finance is creating real yield for stablecoin holders by connecting DeFi lenders with institutional borrowers, plus how Syrup.fi unlocks a yield-bearing composable token for any DeFi lender to access. ------ 🔗 Essential Show Links…

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Can InfiniFi Unlock Higher Yields with Duration Assets in DeFi? 58:39

25d ago58:39

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Rob Montgomery is the CoFounder and CEO at InfiniFi Labs and Ken Deeter is General Partner at Electric Capital, who led InfiniFi's most recent round. In this episode, we explore how InfiniFi is introducing duration matching to DeFi to unlock more sustainable, higher-yield opportunities for stablecoin holders, alongside insights from Electric Capita…

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Episode 3: From Trade Wars to Vibe Businesses: Bitcoin's Wild Ride 21:17

1M ago21:17

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This week, JR and Leon tackle the intersection of global politics, crypto finance, and meme-stock madness. From Trump’s escalating trade war and its unexpected ripple effects on Bitcoin, to GameStop’s surprising Bitcoin pivot, and MetaMask’s newest move to bring crypto to real-world spending in Argentina—this episode covers it all. Host: Leon Hitch…

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How Real World Assets are Transforming DeFi – Inside Redbelly & Institutional Adoption 52:52

1M ago52:52

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On today's HyperNest Podcast, we explore the future of Real World Assets (RWAs) and blockchain innovation with Jack Bronson from Red Belly Network. Join us as Jack provides an in-depth look at Red Belly's journey from academia to industry leader, leveraging cutting-edge technology like DBFT consensus and zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs). Learn how Red …

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ENS V2 Cross-Chain Domains & Namechain - Nick Johnson 48:42

1M ago48:42

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Namechain is an L2 developed by ENS Labs, to enhance the scalability and efficiency of managing decentralized identities on Ethereum. It is designed to work in tandem with ENS V2, which introduced a hierarchical registry system for more efficient subdomain management and custom resolvers. A key vision for Namechain is to unify multi-chain user iden…

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YIELD TALKS: DeFi Experts Weigh In On Yield-Bearing Synthetic Dollars, RWAs, and Institutional Adoption 49:05

30d ago49:05

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This episode comes from a recent panel discussion hosted by the DeFi team at GAIB. We were joined by DeFi experts such as Patrick, Founder of Dynamo DeFi, an anonymous DeFi investor who goes by DeFiMaximalist, and crypto YouTuber / investor Joe Takayama. We found the discussion to be very insightful and so we agreed to edit and republish the conver…

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Trump’s New Tariffs: What They Really Mean for the U.S. Economy and Your Wallet 19:30

1M ago19:30

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In this episode, we dive deep into Donald Trump’s newly announced reciprocal tariffs and the immediate shockwaves they’re sending through the U.S. economy, financial markets, and political arena. We kick things off with a sharp analysis from CBC News, revealing the highly flawed and misleading method the Trump administration used to calculate these…

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Crypto Pre-Market Trading: Risks & Rewards Explained! 10:33

1M ago10:33

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Ever heard of buying or selling a crypto token before it even hits the exchange? Welcome to the wild world of pre-market crypto trading—where early investors make moves, prices get discovered before launch, and the stakes are sky-high. In this episode, we’re breaking down the complete pre-market trading timeline in crypto: From project announcement…

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How Cap Plans To Scale Stablecoin Yield With TradFi Giants Like Susquehanna and Franklin Templeton 1:06:06

1M ago1:06:06

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Benjamin is the Founder of cap. In this episode, we dive into how Cap aims to unlock a new era of scalable stablecoin yield generation on Ethereum and MegaETH, by tapping into competitive markets and institutional players like Susquehanna, Franklin Templeton, and potentially DeFi powerhouses like Ethena and Maker. ------ 🔗 Essential Show Links 🔗 ► …

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Our Affiliate Marketing Toolkit: Essential Tools for Beginners 24:05

1M ago24:05

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Affiliate marketing lets you earn money by promoting other companies' products. You don't need your own product or inventory. Hosts Andrew and Lane break down how anyone can start earning online through affiliate marketing - no experience needed! **In this episode you'll discover:** ✅ The simple process to launch your affiliate business today ✅ Why…

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Episode 2: Circle’s $20 Trillion Play: Is Crypto Finally Ready for Wall Street? 39:21

1M ago39:21

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In this packed second episode of The Social Ledger Report, Jr dives deep into one of the most eventful weeks in crypto and Web3 news. From Circle's renewed IPO plans to Kraken's ambitions for 2026, and the meteoric rise of Pump.fun, this episode explores the convergence of crypto innovation, investor pressure, and real-world finance. The team unpac…

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What Can Story Protocol Actually Do For IP? 52:01

1M ago52:01

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Jason Zhao is the CoFounder at Story Protocol. In this episode, we explore how Story Protocol aims to turn IP (intellectual property) into programmable, onchain assets, enabling creators and even AI agents, to register, protect, and license IP more efficiently. ------ 🔗 Essential Show Links 🔗 ► Newsletter: https://the-edge.xyz ► Youtube: https://yo…

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Lido V3: Ushering in Institutional Staking Through stVaults - Hasu 1:19:32

1M ago1:19:32

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Ethereum’s transition from proof-of-work to proof-of-stake created a unique set of conditions (i.e. lack of protocol-level delegation, 32 ETH requirement, long exit queues, etc.) that led to Lido’s liquid staking model to gain huge traction, significantly eclipsing other LSD providers on native PoS chains. stETH added on-demand liquidity, bypassing…

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