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The Defiant - DeFi Podcast

Camila Russo
Ethereum
Defi
Near Protocol
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Turkey
Blockchain Technology
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Blockchain Scalability
Sweatcoin
Bitcoin
AI Governance
Digital Art
Celestia
ZK Starks
Cryptocurrency Adoption
Account Abstraction
Connext
Club NFT
Blockchain
Makerdao

The internet of money is being built with blockchain technology and without banks. We call it DeFi, short for Decentralized Finance, and this is where you can hear the builders and users of this cutting edge world tell their stories first hand. Hosted by Camila Russo.

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In this episode of The Defiant Podcast, Chris Storaker sits down with Alex Garn, Chief Product Officer at Borderless, to unpack how stablecoins are quietly transforming cross-border payments — and what it actually takes to move money at scale across ... more

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For consumer crypto to thrive it needs to embrace financialization to deliver a better experience, and maker sure crypto disappears everywhere else. Projects doing this right sit in an emerging sector called fantech. In this episode of the Avalanche ... more

In this episode of The Defiant Podcast, Uniswap founder Hayden Adams joins us right as the UNIfication (Unification) proposal has moved to a final governance vote—a sweeping plan from Uniswap Labs + the Uniswap Foundation that would activate protocol... more

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In this episode of The Defiant podcast, Camila Russo sits down in Buenos Aires (Devconnect) with Marissa Foster (Product, Ethereum Foundation) and Yoav Weiss (security researcher, Ethereum Foundation) to unpack The Trustless Manifesto and the Ethereu... more

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Recent Guests

Alex Katz
CEO of Kerberus, a Web3 security solution
Kerberus
Episode: ​​Is DYOR Dead? Building a Safer Web3 with Alex Katz
Aryan Sheikhalian
Head of Research at CMT Digital
CMT Digital
Episode: What Crypto VCs Want Now | Aryan Sheikhalian
Ben Nadareski
CEO and co-founder of Solstice Labs
Solstice Labs
Episode: Can Crypto Be Trusted? Ben Nadareski’s Answer to the Skeptics
Ryan Zurrer
Crypto pioneer involved in various blockchain initiatives, including co-writing the MakerDAO white paper and leading Dialectic.
Episode: $100 Million DeFi DAT Chooses ETH | Ryan Zurrer
Reeve Collins
Co-founder of Tether, co-founder of WeFi, and chairman at STBL
WeFi, Tether
Episode: J.P. Morgan’s Nightmare: How Stablecoins Let You Be Your Own Bank | Reeve Collins
Fakhul Miah
Managing director of GoMining Institutional and a former Morgan Stanley executive
GoMining
Episode: Bitcoin Mining’s Golden Age or Final Battle? Insights From Fakhul Miah
Prabal Banerjee
Co-founder of Avale and ex-research lead at Polygon.
Avale
Episode: Bridging the Gaps: Prabal Banerjee on Scalability, Interoperability, and the Future of DeFi
Elliott Viman
Co-founder of BlackHole DEX, providing insights into macro and crypto markets.
BlackHole DEX
Episode: The $10 Trillion Question: Crypto's Biggest Cycle Yet with Ellio Trades
Kim Currier
Head of Partnerships and Marketing at Decentraland
Decentraland
Episode: Interoperability and Innovation: How Decentraland is Shaping the Future of Virtual Worlds | Kim Currier

Host

Camila Russo
Host of the podcast, she brings a journalistic perspective to discussions surrounding decentralized finance and cryptocurrency, often featuring industry leaders.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 257 ratings
  • Boring

    Someone recommended me to listen to this podcast . In simple words - boring and waste of time .

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    plutobotreturns
    United States2 months ago
  • Such a wealth of knowledge! 🧠

    It’s obvious Camila puts extraordinary effort into every single episode. But what makes this show a true standout is the quality of the guests, the stories they tell, and tactics they bring to the table. Don't miss it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ASobering
    United States3 years ago
  • CRINGE Personified

    This show was on a recommended list from someone who’s opinions in the space I take very seriously, so the shocking weakness of this pod was very surprising. She sounds like an uninformed, insecure 20 year old intern thrown into an interview seat with no idea how to conduct an interview (or even have a normal-ish adult conversation) or basic level of understanding of the topics, people, or businesses at hand. Almost a surreally bad podcast, which came as both a massive surprise and disappointmen... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    alex x 22
    United States4 years ago
  • Insightful & Elucidating

    Camilla’s journalistic background, combined with her broad knowledge of the space, enables her to ask poignant questions that bring greater insight into a crypto project, while simultaneously enabling us to understand said project’s uniqueness and significance within the wider crypto space.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dutchladle
    United States4 years ago
  • A Must Listen!

    Camila is such an amazing host! She does such a good job covering a variety of topics. The guests offer valuable insight as well. I would recommend this podcast to anyone looking to be inspired and informed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    megan@podcastingyou
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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

There are mixed opinions on audio quality, with some comments noting it as a downside, suggesting room for improvement in production standards.
Audience members value the high-level discussions on cryptocurrency and blockchain and often express enthusiasm about the real-world applications and innovations discussed.
Listeners appreciate the depth of knowledge and insights provided by the guests, with many highlighting Camila's strong interviewing skills and effective questioning techniques.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#132
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#119
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#89
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#165
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#183
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#191
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Uniswap is about to “turn on the switch.” with Hayden Adams
Q: What role do you want Uniswap to play in this brand new world?
We want Uniswap to provide really low-cost swapping for institutions and excellent ways to create liquidity.
Uniswap is about to “turn on the switch.” with Hayden Adams
Q: Where does that leave Uniswap Wallet? How does Unichain fit?
We would think of these as really just free distribution on top of the protocol.
Uniswap is about to “turn on the switch.” with Hayden Adams
Q: Do you think that this whole kind of debate on that argument that Uniswap equity holders and VCs had gained more of the value of Uniswap growth over time versus Unitoken holders? Do you think that's fair? And do you think that changes now?
I think that there is like a realignment of the ecosystem. People are very positive about the direction that we're taking this.
​​Is DYOR Dead? Building a Safer Web3 with Alex Katz
Q: How do we make it so that you are like, grandma, the credit cards, the banks, it's over?
We aim for a future where people can use cryptocurrency safely in their day-to-day lives, simplifying the process of entering Web3.
​​Is DYOR Dead? Building a Safer Web3 with Alex Katz
Q: Could you tell us a little bit about how Kerberus works?
Kerberus works as a browser extension that protects users from malicious websites by analyzing transactions in real-time.

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

Exploring the evolving landscape of decentralized finance (DeFi) and blockchain technology, this podcast offers fascinating insights from leaders and innovators within the industry. Episodes feature discussions that tackle a range of topics from institutional engagement, regulatory implications, to the latest trends in cryptocurrency. The unique angle lies in the focus on real-world applications, emphasizing stories of both builders and users, and shedding light on how blockchain technology is reshaping the financial infrastructure without traditional banking intermediaries. Listeners can expect a rich mixture of expert commentary and industry analysis, making it both informative and engaging for enthusiasts of decentralized technologies an... more

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2. Aryan Sheikhalian
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