For this Long Read Sunday, NLW explores Nick Carter’s sweeping new essay comparing modern stablecoins to 19th-century free banking. Through a condensed version rewritten by Claude, the episode dismantles the common narrative that stablecoins echo a chaotic era of wildcat banking. Instead, it shows how American instability was due to bad regulation—not the co ... Show More
Aug 7
The Real Battle Behind Debanking and Operation Chokepoint
President Trump is preparing an executive order targeting financial institutions over politically motivated debanking, but critics argue it's missing the real culprits—federal regulators. NLW dives into the legacy of Operation Chokepoint, what this new order aims to change, and w ... Show More
13m 4s
Aug 6
Crypto Sprint in DC Signals Big Shifts Ahead
Washington is buzzing with crypto action. From the CFTC's new crypto sprint to Hester Peirce's bold stand for privacy, this episode dives into the shifting regulatory winds—and what they mean for the future of Bitcoin, markets, and crypto infrastructure. NLW covers ETF outflows, ... Show More
11m 10s
Nov 2024
Crypto Rundown: $93,000 Bitcoin & All The News Surrounding the Crypto Trade
In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, hosts Brendan and Tevo explore the latest surge in Bitcoin, which has recently reached unprecedented all-time highs, breaking into price discovery mode. They discuss the historic levels of Bitcoin ETF inflows, with BlackRock alone leading ma ... Show More
33 m
Apr 2021
BREAKDOWN: So, Is This a Bitcoin Supercycle or What?
Some say “top signal,” others say “Supercycle.” Who is right? This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io and this week’s special product launch, Exodus.On this week’s “Weekly Recap,” NLW digs into the theory of the bitcoin supercycle. Are we in the same sort of four-year, halving-drive ... Show More
9m 40s
Dec 2024
Is The U.S. Entering A Golden Age Of Capitalism? | Dan Tapiero
In this episode, Dan Tapiero joins the show to discuss why he’s unbelievably bullish on the macro, his introduction to Bitcoin & blockchain, and the US dollar. We also delve into the regulatory changes he’s most excited for, the generational shift upon us, and much more. Enjoy!__ ... Show More
44m 45s
Jan 2025
Crypto Rundown: Trump Coin: A New Crypto Trading Era Has Begun
In this episode of the Crypto Market Rundown, Brendan and Tevo discuss the recent monumental events in the crypto space, including Bitcoin reaching new all-time highs and the impact of meme coins, particularly the launch of Trump coin, and how it has influenced market dynamics. T ... Show More
39m 56s
Dec 2024
Crypto Rundown: Bitcoin $100k, ETH $4k, Altcoins Moving, & Breaking News
In this special edition of the crypto market rundown, hosts Brendan and Tevo discuss the recent surge in Bitcoin and Ethereum prices, the implications of new SEC leadership, and the ongoing issues with celebrity rug pulls in the crypto space. They analyze market trends, highlight ... Show More
41m 22s