The Clear Crypto Podcast

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 a staking system
(15:33) Balancing incentives and security|
(16:57) Future of finance and human behavior
(19:00) Conclusion and where to find more

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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. Whether you’re new or a seasoned hodler, this one’s for you. Produced by Tonal Media.

(00:00) Welcome to the Clear Crypto Podcast
(01:00) Introduction to Bitcoin Season 2
(02:56) Discussion with Isabel Fox and Duke
(04:14) Exploring trustless bridging and Bitcoin's future
(07:03) Isabel's journey from traditional finance to crypto
(14:14) Future use cases and lending in Bitcoin
(16:43) Global impact of crypto and final thoughts
(19:39) Closing remarks and where to find us

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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 for you. Produced by Tonal Media. 

(00:00) Welcome to the Clear Crypto Podcast
(00:19) Introducing the special Mother's Day episode
(02:57) Meet our first guest: Adi on blockchain bridges
(07:56) Jenny Levin on crypto crime
(14:14) Catherine Kirkpatrick Boss on the SEC
(18:33) Blue Matula on stablecoins
(23:40) Wrapping up the Mother's Day special

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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 for you. Produced by Tonal Media. 

(00:00) Welcome to the Clear Crypto Podcast
(00:45) Introducing Dan Held: Bitcoin pioneer
(02:08) The early days of Bitcoin
(03:46) Bitcoin's evolution and challenges
(07:24) The future of Bitcoin and DeFi
(14:31) Bitcoin community debates and innovations
(20:40) Closing thoughts and future outlook

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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 and produced by Tonal Media.

00:00 Welcome to the Clear Crypto Podcast
00:42 The communication challenge in crypto
01:20 Blockchain payments: The future of transactions
01:55 Interview with Stefana Van Cooley
03:06 The convenience hurdle in crypto payments
04:25 Pulsar Money: Revolutionizing payments
08:03 The importance of crypto as a payment mechanism
17:05 Transparency and trust in crypto giveaways
20:57 Banking the unbanked: A global perspective
24:03 Bitcoin mining: A story of luck and reward
26:53 Closing thoughts and farewell

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