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Unchained

Laura Shin
Bitcoin
Ethereum
Defi
Cryptocurrency
Stablecoins
Coinbase
Prediction Markets
Gold
Quantum Computing
Aave
Hyperliquid
Solana
SEC
AI Agents
Zcash
Tokenization
CFTC
Blockchain
Clarity Act
Iran

Crypto assets and blockchain technology are about to transform every trust-based interaction of our lives, from financial services to identity to the Internet of Things. In this podcast, host Laura Shin, an independent journalist covering all things crypto, talks with industry pioneers about how crypto assets and blockchains will change the way we earn, spend and invest our money. Tune in to find ... more

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Mert and Illia autopsy a brutal weekend in crypto: Saylor's $3M test sale that taught him there's no sell button, the Zcash bug Claude found that could've minted unlimited counterfeit ZEC, formal verification as the bulwark against AI attackers, and ... more

For three years, a counterfeiting bug sat live inside Zcash's shielded pool, and no one noticed. Then Taylor Hornby pointed a custom Claude Opus 4.8 agent at the code, and it surfaced the flaw in Orchard that had gone undetected since 2022.

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About 80% of STRC holders are retail investors. Glenn Cameron walks through the prospectus, how Saylor's public claims differ from the reality, and why Strategy has no good options.

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Steve Sosnick on the ratchet effect in equities, the AI bandwidth parallel, Kevin Warsh’s impossible first week, and why crypto is the unsexy trade right now.

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Recent Guests

Mike Silagadze
CEO of EtherFi
EtherFi
Episode: Is 'All of DeFi Unsafe'? What You Need to Know About Holding Assets Onchain
Isaac Patka
Certifications Lead at Security Alliance
Security Alliance
Episode: Is 'All of DeFi Unsafe'? What You Need to Know About Holding Assets Onchain
Illia Polosukhin
Co-founder of NEAR Protocol
NEAR Protocol
Episode: Uneasy Money: Illia Polosukhin on Why Onchain Commerce Needs Confidentiality
Greg Markou
Co-Founder and CEO of Sprinter and Co-Founder of ChainSafe
Sprinter; ChainSafe
Episode: Is the Ethereum Foundation Too Out of Touch to Save ETH?
Zach Cole
Managing Partner at Number Group and President of the Ethereum Community Foundation
Number Group; Ethereum Community Foundation
Episode: Is the Ethereum Foundation Too Out of Touch to Save ETH?
Arjun Sethi
CEO of Payword, Kraken executive
Payword / Kraken
Episode: Why the SEC Paused on Its Innovation Exemption for Tokenization: Bits + Bips
Dio Casares
Founder and CEO of Patagon
Patagon
Episode: Why Pre-IPO Perps Like SpaceX on Hyperliquid Are Seeing an Upswing
Gordon Liao
Master of Coin at Circle
Circle / USDC ecosystem
Episode: In an AI Agent World, Do Money Markets Win Over Stablecoins? - Bits + Bips
Walt Lukken
President and CEO of the Futures Industry Association
Futures Industry Association
Episode: Can Hyperliquid Come Onshore Without Killing What Makes It Special?

Hosts

Laura Shin
Host of the show; independent journalist covering crypto; central guide for policy, markets, and technology topics.
Kain Wark
Co-host/guest with expertise in finance and crypto markets; frequent contributor on macro and policy topics.
Taylor Monahan
Security expert; provides insights on crypto security, custody, and risk governance.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 2.3k ratings
  • Unchained is my favourite crypto-first podcast channel, so many great podcasters in this excellent network; love Laura's in-depth interviews, the VCs' perspective on The Chopping Block and the builders take on Uneasy Money.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    ATangy
    4 months ago
  • During a time of crisis, I came across what I thought was a legitimate charity online. They had a professional-looking website, emotional stories, and even testimonials from supposed donors. They claimed the funds were being used to support families in need, and it really tugged at my heart. I made a donation, then another, and soon after they kept reaching out with urgent appeals. Every message made me feel like I was directly helping vulnerable people, so I gave more than I could really afford... more

    Podchaser
    5
    gutmannaiden6
    8 months ago
  • I've been investing for years, both in traditional markets and in crypto. I always considered myself smart enough to spot red flags, but the truth is, even experienced investors can fall victim to the right scam. That's exactly what happened to me. The platform I dealt with looked professional in every way. They had a sleek website, convincing support staff, and even showed me trading dashboards that looked legitimate. I tested them with a smaller deposit and was even able to withdraw at first. ... more

    Podchaser
    5
    hunkmuller0
    8 months ago
  • Great show

    Unchained has kept its integrity much better than some others in the space. I love the roundtable format. Generally very high-quality discussion with much food for thought.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kfixbwhdisa
    United States10 months ago
  • On the Chopping Block…

    Overall, Unchained is great. Shin is an excellent interviewer and most of the time “in the loop”

    On all topics being covered. She does an excellent job of setting guests up and giving them time to follow through and elaborate.

    The other shows, the round tables with the macro guys.. those can be brutal listens sometimes. The pretentiousness from some of them is blatant and at times they will start speaking over each other, even guests. They ramble &.. just a very disjointed and strange show. So... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    5starok
    United Statesa year ago

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Audience praises in-depth policy and macro coverage with strong guest variety.
Many appreciate accessible explanations of complex crypto topics.

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The Bond Market Is the Boss Now: Bits + Bips
Q: What are your expectations for the next Fed chair and how will independence influence policy?
The guest predicts limited ability to lower rates due to market constraints and argues the bond market remains the boss; independence is praised but criticized in practice given political pressures and the need to maintain trust.
The Bond Market Is the Boss Now: Bits + Bips
Q: What do you think about the BLISS trade versus the taco trade and their implications for markets?
She argues that the BLISS trade represents a structural, lasting stimulus mindset that will be ingrained in policy; the taco trade was more tied to a single administration and temporary, whereas BLISS suggests ongoing spending that supports markets but increases fragility and risk in the long term.
The Bond Market Is the Boss Now: Bits + Bips
Q: How are you reading especially some of the fear that is pushing through bond markets and yields?
Noelle explains that global bond yields are rising indicating tightening, which usually hurts markets, while stocks are driven more by AI hype and temporary factors; the key is the divergence and the macro outlook that bonds focus on, not just earnings stories.
How Hyperliquid Benefits From Its New Deal With Coinbase Over USDC
Q: What do you make of this new development?
The host and guest discuss how the USDH brand is being sunset by Coinbase, with USDC becoming the aligned asset on Hyperliquid, and emphasize the large potential revenue shift from on-platform yield to Hyperliquid, driven by distribution and the 90% yield allocation.
Why Arthur Hayes Thinks the AI Bubble Bursting Could Spark a Crypto Bull Market
Q: What makes Hyperliquid compelling in the current market environment?
Hayes highlights Hyperliquid's real, organic volume and tokenomics that reward holders, seeing it as a practical realization of permissionless trading which could scale liquidity beyond traditional finance, especially during geopolitical stress when weekend price discovery becomes crucial.

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A brisk, idea-forward series exploring crypto, blockchain, and digital assets at the intersection of finance, policy, and technology. Conversations span macro trends, regulatory developments, on-chain finance, stablecoins, and innovative market structures, often featuring deep dives with industry leaders and policy experts. Noteworthy is the mix of rigorous analysis, real-world case studies, and a willingness to challenge conventional views, making it useful for listeners who want to understand how crypto and Web3 are reshaping markets, governance, and payments. The format often combines sharp interviews, roundtable-style analyses, and practical implications for investors, builders, and regulators, with a track record of aligning technical ... more

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