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Cryptocurrency
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Polymarket

Empire features interviews with top crypto founders to get the real stories that aren’t shared elsewhere. Empire is your look behind the curtain of the crypto industry. We release two episodes per week: guest interviews on Monday and a weekly roundup on Friday.

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This week, Alex Pruden & Philip Martin join the show to discuss Bitcoin's rising quantum threat. We deep dive into what is the risk from quantum, what to do with Satoshi's coins, will we see a Bitcoin fork, how does DeFi mitigate hacks, how to protec... more

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This week, we’re back with another weekly roundup to discuss the latest DeFi exploit of KelpDAO which saw $290M in funds exploited. We deep dive into how to resolve the recent exploits in DeFi, the rivalry between Kalshi and Polymarket, will the Clar... more

This week, Jason and Mippo sat down to discuss the Blockworks rebrand! They examine the trust problem in crypto, onchain capital markets, disclosure frameworks, industry consolidation, and Blockworks’ evolution over the years.  Enjoy!

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This week, Logan Jastremski joins the show to discuss his current crypto thesis in 2026. We deep dive into who wins the competition for onchain trading volume between Solana and Hyperliquid, are L1s overvalued, Logan's highest conviction bets in 2026... more

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Recent Guests

Luca Prosperi
Co-founder at MZero, DeFi and stablecoin infrastructure expert
MZero
Episode: How To Make DeFi Great Again | Adrian Cachinero Vasiljevic & Luca Prosperi
Adrian Cachinero Vasiljevic
Co-founder at Stakehouse, advisor and curator in DeFi vaults
Stakehouse
Episode: How To Make DeFi Great Again | Adrian Cachinero Vasiljevic & Luca Prosperi
Charles Cascarilla
CEO of Paxos; co-founder of Paxos
Paxos
Episode: Paxos CEO on Crypto Today & Why Stablecoins Are Exploding | Charles Cascarilla
Dmitry Tokarev
Founder of Copper and Bron, crypto custody innovator
Copper, Bron
Episode: Copper Founder: Building a Billion Dollar Company & Fixing Crypto Custody
Jake Chervinsky
CEO of Hyperliquid Policy Center
Hyperliquid Policy Center
Episode: How Hyperliquid Unlocks 24/7 Markets | Jake Chervinsky & MC Lader
MC Lader
Founder and CEO of Native Markets
Native Markets
Episode: How Hyperliquid Unlocks 24/7 Markets | Jake Chervinsky & MC Lader
David LaJuan
Head of Research at Anchorage Digital
Anchorage Digital
Episode: Introducing: Inflection Point | The Crypto-TradFi Convergence
Matt Hogan
Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise Asset Management
Bitwise Asset Management
Episode: Introducing: Inflection Point | The Crypto-TradFi Convergence
Michael Marcantonio
Head of DeFi at Galaxy Digital
Galaxy Digital
Episode: Introducing: Inflection Point | The Crypto-TradFi Convergence

Hosts

Rob
Co-host with a focus on bringing insights into the crypto and finance spaces, often engaging with experts and founders.
Santiago Roel Santos
Co-host who provides engaging and informative discussions, often presenting the audience with a deep dive into complex topics in the crypto space.
Jason
Host specializing in market insights and detailed interviews with key industry players.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 589 ratings
  • Thanks for the alpha, I'm a convert. Update: I really like the Content section recommendations. Please keep it.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    DbONZ
    3 months ago
  • 1000x

    I wish 1000x had its own feed. Those guys are genuinely smart and insightful. The other shows on this feed are very broey and kind of just mid-curve.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    0010010
    United Statesa year ago
  • It gives me hope as an investor

    Regularly listening to Avi and whatever the other guys name is, knowing that not only do they remain confident to continue publishing content but also put their money into markets lets me know that there are market participants less sophisticated than I. I especially enjoy how they see their own conjecture as some sort of fundamental thesis. The only thing I enjoy more is how often they are wrong; I guess if you always call for a bottom you’ve got to nail it sometimes but I guess I missed those ... more

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    Rscat
    United Statesa year ago
  • First time listener. Thanks for the alpha, I'm a convert.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    DbONZ
    2 years ago
  • Understanding Web3 - Source Found 🚀

    Consolidated 5 stars and would be six after the recent explanation of restaking economics - well deserved for this podcast. An amazing series of guests around the Crypto / Web3 industry, interviewed by a host in the know. Recommended 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @K_Speckmann
    Italy2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Criticism occasionally arises regarding the show's focus on niche topics that may not appeal universally.
There is a strong emphasis on timely information regarding the crypto market and technology.
Some listeners find the series both educational and entertaining, recommending it for both newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts in the crypto space.
Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions and the quality of guests featured.
Positive feedback reflects the podcast's ability to explain complex topics in an entertaining and engaging manner.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Making Tokenization a Reality: Bringing Assets Onchain | Samara Cohen
Q: How will tokenization change ETF-like products in the near term?
Tokenization will extend ETF-like investment access onto on-chain rails, enabling broader participation and new utility for assets while keeping the core ETF model as a benchmark for liquidity and price discovery.
Making Tokenization a Reality: Bringing Assets Onchain | Samara Cohen
Q: What is the biggest barrier to wider adoption of tokenized assets right now?
The biggest barrier is ensuring investor experience and market design keep pace with technology, including pricing integrity, liquidity provision across TradFi and crypto, and a common language about ownership and redemption rights.
Inside Dragonfly’s $650M Raise | Weekly Roundup
Q: How do LPs view the risk associated with investing in different assets?
LPs look for strong returns but are also concerned about reputational risks involving regulatory issues, and they prefer to invest in funds that aren't in regulatory grey areas.
Inside Dragonfly’s $650M Raise | Weekly Roundup
Q: What was the response from LPs regarding the fund sizes and existing vs. new investors?
The response was positive with very high re-up rates from existing LPs compared to industry norms, demonstrating trust in the fund's management.
The Clarity Act, State of Crypto VC & LayerZero Launches Zero | Weekly Roundup
Q: Is the industry being too greedy?
Rebecca discusses the complexities of negotiating the crypto bill and the importance of securing a workable regulation for the industry.

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What is Empire about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series focuses on the crypto industry, prominently featuring interviews with top founders and industry experts, providing insights that are not commonly discussed in mainstream forums. With episodes released bi-weekly, it combines deep dives into specific projects and weekly summaries of market trends, catering to an audience keen on understanding the intricacies of blockchain technology, digital assets, and financial innovation. Listeners can expect engaging conversations that reveal the behind-the-scenes narratives of the crypto landscape, including topics like market dynamics, regulatory challenges, and future technology trends.

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1. Unchained
2. On The Brink with Castle Island
3. Bankless
4. 1000x
5. Bell Curve

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Empire launched 5 years ago and published 639 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Empire include:

1. Luca Prosperi
2. Adrian Cachinero Vasiljevic
3. Charles Cascarilla
4. Dmitry Tokarev
5. Jake Chervinsky
6. MC Lader
7. David LaJuan
8. Matt Hogan

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