In this episode of The Clear Crypto Podcast, we step into the legal trenches of crypto with Peter Van Valkenburgh, executive director at Coin Center. From pushing back against the centralization of digital payments to defending the right to publish open-source code, Peter breaks down the legal and civil-liberties fights that could define the future of digital finance. This isn’t just about crypto, it’s about whether freedom, privacy and innovation can survive in a world still trying to under...

Jullian Duran (@jullian0701) CEO of Lever, breaks down what “firepower” really means in crypto. It’s not about dumping assets for quick cash. It’s about using Bitcoin to unlock real-world freedom. Better homes. Better schools. More movement. All without giving up your position. No hype. No financial advice. Just a clear view on how holding and leveraging crypto might be the most grounded form of economic independence yet. Produced by Tonal Media. 00:00 Welcome to the Clear Crypto Podcas...

What’s Ethereum’s role in reshaping the global economy, and how does it stay true to its decentralized roots? Host Nathan and co-host Gareth dive into a fascinating conversation with Tomasz Stańczak, co-executive director of the Ethereum Foundation, about Ethereum as a world computer, its unstoppable network and its game-changing potential for finance and beyond. Tomasz shares insights on bridging traditional finance, upgrading Ethereum without missing a beat, and leading with community-drive...

What’s the real deal with crypto crime, and can blockchain ever shake its bad rap? Host Nathan and co-host Gareth dive deep with Jennie Levin, chief legal and operations officer at Algorand Foundation, to unpack the truth behind high-profile crypto scandals like FTX and sneaky blockchain exploits. Jennie breaks down how these crimes mirror traditional finance fraud and what’s being done to make crypto safer. No hype, just clear insights on securing the future of blockchain. Whether you’re a n...

What’s money, really, and how does blockchain redefine it? Our co-hosts Nathan and Adrian dive deep with Professor Bill Maurer, a leading anthropologist of finance, to unravel the essence of money from ancient Mesopotamia to Bitcoin. Bill challenges our coin-obsessed mindset, revealing how blockchain’s record-keeping roots could reshape society’s relationships and trust. No jargon, just straight talk on crypto’s sociological spark. Whether you’re new to blockchain or a crypto scholar, this ep...

How is blockchain revolutionizing finance and energy in Africa? Host Nathan dives into a compelling conversation with Kevin, a Rwandan innovator at StarkWare’s Africa Venture Studio, to explore crypto’s real-world impact. From enabling cross-border lending and peer-to-peer energy trading to building decentralized internet hotspots, Kevin reveals how African communities are using blockchain to solve urgent needs. No jargon, just straight talk on Africa’s crypto-powered future. Whether you’re n...

In this episode of The Clear Crypto Podcast, we break down staking, with no jargon and no hype. What is it? Why do people do it? And how does crypto actually generate more crypto? Whether you're deep in the space or just staking your first coin, this is the plain-English guide you didn’t know you needed. Produced by Tonal Media. (00:00) Welcome to the Clear Crypto Podcast (00:47) Introduction to staking (02:42) Staking vs alternatives (05:32) Expert insights on staking (12:46) Designing...

What’s powering Bitcoin’s leap into a new era? Host Nathan and co-host Gareth join Isabel Foxen Duke, a Bitcoin innovator and general partner at Unbroken Chain, to explore “Bitcoin Season 2,” where ordinals, runes and trustless lending are redefining what Bitcoin can do. Isabel shares her journey from traditional finance to championing Bitcoin’s DeFi potential and unpacks how trustless bridging could shrink the financial world. No jargon, just straight talk on Bitcoin’s game-changing future. ...

How do crypto’s toughest concepts become crystal clear? In this special Mother’s Day episode, host Nathan and co-host Gareth bring in four brilliant crypto moms to break it down. From Adi’s deep dive into blockchain bridging to Jenny’s insights on crypto crime, Katherine’s take on navigating the SEC and Blue’s guide to stablecoins, these experts make the complex simple. No jargon, just straight talk from moms mastering crypto and motherhood. Whether you’re new or a seasoned hodler, this one’s...

What’s driving Bitcoin’s evolution from digital gold to a global financial powerhouse? Host Nathan and co-host Gareth sit down with Bitcoin OG Dan Held, a trailblazer since 2012, to unpack Bitcoin’s journey and its bold future. Dan dives into how innovations like DeFi and layer-2 solutions are expanding Bitcoin’s potential, while navigating community debates over NFTs and scaling. No jargon, just straight talk on why Bitcoin’s moment is now. Whether you’re new or a seasoned hodler, this one’s...

Can crypto payments be as easy as tapping on your phone? Host Nathan and co-host Gareth team up with Stefana Banciu, growth lead at Pulsar Money, to explore how blockchain is revolutionizing payments, making them faster, cheaper and even fun. Stefana shares new innovative ways of sending crypto directly on X, transforming giveaways and cross-border transfers with transparency and ease. No jargon, just straight talk on why crypto payments could change your wallet. This episode was edited...

What’s keeping blockchain from the mainstream and how do we sell it to the world? Host Nathan and co-host Gareth chat with Chad West, CMO of ArgentHQ, about the hurdles to mass adoption — cost, complexity, perception — and how ArgentHQ is tackling them with user-friendly wallets and smart marketing. Chad reveals how to make self-custody and payments feel effortless. No jargon, just straight talk on crypto’s big moment. Whether you’re new or a seasoned hodler, this one’s for you. This episode ...

Welcome to the Clear Crypto Podcast, tune in co-hosts Nathan Jeffay (StarkWare) and Gareth Jenkinson (Cointelegraph) with guest Charlie Spears (Blockspace Media) as they dive into Bitcoin culture, transaction times as a feature, scaling solutions, mining, Tornado Cash ban lift, Tether’s US securities buy, Solana ETF and more. This episode was edited and produced by Tonal Media. 00:00 Welcome to the Clear Crypto Podcast 00:56 Introduction to today's episode 02:17 Bitcoin's future and vision 0...

Welcome to the Clear Crypto Podcast, tune in co-hosts Nathan Jeffay (StarkWare) and Gareth Jenkinson (Cointelegraph) with guest Charlie Spears (Blockspace Media) as they dive into Bitcoin culture, transaction times as a feature, scaling solutions, mining, Tornado Cash ban lift, Tether’s US securities buy, Solana ETF and more. This episode was edited and produced by Tonal Media. (00:00) Welcome to the Clear Crypto Podcast (01:00) Introduction to Bitcoin (01:36) Crypto Culture and Communi...

On this episode of the Clear Crypto Podcast, join co-hosts Nathan Jeffay (StarkWare) and Gareth Jenkinson (Cointelegraph) as they welcome crypto attorney Katherine Kirkpatrick Bos (StarkWare) to discuss Trump’s U.S. Bitcoin reserve executive order, its industry impact, global trends, crypto tax gains, SEC case dismissals, and Tether’s new CFO, Simon McWilliams. (02:54) A pro-crypto administration ushers in a new era (03:58) Breaking down Trump’s crypto-focused executive orders (06:08) Inside ...