Podcast Notes

Key insights and summaries from the best crypto podcasts

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20VC

a16z Live

a16z Podcast

Acquired

All-In Podcast

Bankless

Bell Curve

BG2Pod with Brad Gerstner & Bill Gurley

Big Technology Podcast

Capital Allocators

Cheeky Pint

Conversations with Tyler

David Senra

Diary of a CEO

Dwarkesh Podcast

Empire

Epicenter

Forward Guidance

Galaxy Brains

How I Built This

Invest Like the Best

JRE

Lenny's Podcast

Lex Fridman Podcast

Macro Musings

Macro Voices

MLST

No Priors AI

Odd Lots

On The Brink

Pardon My Take

Raoul Pal: The Journey Man

SaaS Interviews

The Bill Simmons Podcast

The Jordan Harbinger Show

The Peter McCormack Show

The Pomp Podcast

The Shawn Ryan Show

The Tucker Carlson Show

The Wolf Of All Streets

Theo Von

This Week in Startups

Uncapped with Jack Altman

Unchained

Y Combinator Startup Podcast

Asher Genoot: AI demand is just beginning, Honeydade’s multi-technology infrastructure strategy, and the role of data centers in reducing energy prices | The Pomp Podcast

Data centers' closed loop cooling systems promise significant water savings and energy efficiency improvements.

MAY 13, 2026 · By EDITORIAL TEAM

Joanna Stern: Wearable AI devices have fallen short, the enduring role of smartphones in our lives, and the psychological effects of AI on human behavior | Big Technology

AI's role in education highlights the importance of skepticism and critical thinking for future generations.

MAY 13, 2026 · By EDITORIAL TEAM

Luke Leasure: Layer Zero’s infrastructure vulnerabilities highlight security gaps, Aave’s collateral oversight demands better risk management, and the dynamics of looping reshape DeFi borrowing | Unchained

DeFi's security challenges spotlight the urgent need for improved risk management and secure deployment practices.

MAY 13, 2026 · By EDITORIAL TEAM

Griff Green: Unusual movements of restaked ETH signal illicit activity, Thorchain’s role in laundering funds, and the risks of smart contract exploitation | Unchained

Arbitrum Security Council's bold move to freeze $70 million highlights the ongoing battle against crypto theft.

MAY 13, 2026 · By EDITORIAL TEAM

Latest Episodes

Amanda Kahlow: Emotionally intelligent AI is revolutionizing sales efficiency, addressing traditional process inefficiencies, and scaling solution selling across industries | SaaS Interviews

May. 13, 2026

Amanda Kahlow: Emotionally intelligent AI is revolutionizing sales efficiency, addressing traditional process inefficiencies, and scaling solution selling across industries | SaaS Interviews

AI-driven sales strategies are revolutionizing the buyer experience, offering unprecedented growth and efficiency for businesses.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Pluto: Restaking in DeFi poses financial risks, cross-chain bridges are vulnerable to exploitation, and AI’s dual role in crypto security | On The Brink

May. 13, 2026

Pluto: Restaking in DeFi poses financial risks, cross-chain bridges are vulnerable to exploitation, and AI’s dual role in crypto security | On The Brink

Restaking in DeFi introduces complex risks, highlighting the urgent need for robust security infrastructure.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Alex Pruden: Quantum computing threatens elliptic curve cryptography, urgent need for postmodern cryptography, and the Bitcoin community’s philosophical divide | Empire

May. 13, 2026

Alex Pruden: Quantum computing threatens elliptic curve cryptography, urgent need for postmodern cryptography, and the Bitcoin community’s philosophical divide | Empire

Quantum computing's rapid advancements pose an urgent threat to the security of digital assets and financial systems.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Paul Frambot: Morpho’s modular architecture enables tailored lending markets, 90% of volume is stablecoin loans, and operational security is critical for DeFi risk management | Unchained

May. 13, 2026

Paul Frambot: Morpho’s modular architecture enables tailored lending markets, 90% of volume is stablecoin loans, and operational security is critical for DeFi risk management | Unchained

Morpho's modular design limited losses to $1 million during a $300 million DeFi hack, showcasing its resilience.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Ali Yahya: Crypto infrastructure supports billions of users, regulatory clarity fuels innovation, and privacy emerges as a competitive advantage | Unchained

May. 13, 2026

Ali Yahya: Crypto infrastructure supports billions of users, regulatory clarity fuels innovation, and privacy emerges as a competitive advantage | Unchained

Privacy emerges as the crucial competitive edge in crypto amid maturing infrastructure and regulatory clarity.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Jordi Visser: Bitcoin is set to break higher, the crypto winter will be the mildest ever, and AI will disrupt traditional value storage | Bankless

May. 13, 2026

Jordi Visser: Bitcoin is set to break higher, the crypto winter will be the mildest ever, and AI will disrupt traditional value storage | Bankless

Bitcoin's anticipated rise amid AI-driven economic shifts positions it as a key hedge against inflation.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Paul Graham: Relocating to startup hubs boosts access to talent, unplanned meetings spark innovation, and Silicon Valley investors achieve superior returns | Y Combinator Startup Podcast

May. 13, 2026

Paul Graham: Relocating to startup hubs boosts access to talent, unplanned meetings spark innovation, and Silicon Valley investors achieve superior returns | Y Combinator Startup Podcast

Relocating to startup hubs like Silicon Valley can transform founders' ambitions and accelerate their success.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Jasmine Sun: AI populism is reshaping US politics, its economic impact far exceeds that of crypto, and 50% of entry-level jobs could vanish by 2030 | Bankless

May. 13, 2026

Jasmine Sun: AI populism is reshaping US politics, its economic impact far exceeds that of crypto, and 50% of entry-level jobs could vanish by 2030 | Bankless

AI's growing influence in politics could reshape the 2028 election and redefine economic priorities.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Bob Spitz: The Rolling Stones’ authenticity drives their success, art colleges shaped the UK rock scene, and modern music prioritizes showmanship over musicianship | Conversations with Tyler

May. 13, 2026

Bob Spitz: The Rolling Stones’ authenticity drives their success, art colleges shaped the UK rock scene, and modern music prioritizes showmanship over musicianship | Conversations with Tyler

Art colleges in the UK played a pivotal role in shaping the rock and roll revolution.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Krishna Rao: Effective compute procurement is vital for tech success, dynamic resource allocation boosts model efficiency, and shifting to exponential growth is essential for innovation | Invest Like the Best

May. 13, 2026

Krishna Rao: Effective compute procurement is vital for tech success, dynamic resource allocation boosts model efficiency, and shifting to exponential growth is essential for innovation | Invest Like the Best

Strategic compute resource management is driving exponential growth and unlocking new revenue streams in AI development.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Podcast Notes

Asher Genoot: AI demand is just beginning, Honeydade’s multi-technology infrastructure strategy, and the role of data centers in reducing energy prices | The Pomp Podcast

Joanna Stern: Wearable AI devices have fallen short, the enduring role of smartphones in our lives, and the psychological effects of AI on human behavior | Big Technology

Luke Leasure: Layer Zero’s infrastructure vulnerabilities highlight security gaps, Aave’s collateral oversight demands better risk management, and the dynamics of looping reshape DeFi borrowing | Unchained

Griff Green: Unusual movements of restaked ETH signal illicit activity, Thorchain’s role in laundering funds, and the risks of smart contract exploitation | Unchained

Latest Episodes

Amanda Kahlow: Emotionally intelligent AI is revolutionizing sales efficiency, addressing traditional process inefficiencies, and scaling solution selling across industries | SaaS Interviews

Amanda Kahlow: Emotionally intelligent AI is revolutionizing sales efficiency, addressing traditional process inefficiencies, and scaling solution selling across industries | SaaS Interviews

Pluto: Restaking in DeFi poses financial risks, cross-chain bridges are vulnerable to exploitation, and AI’s dual role in crypto security | On The Brink

Pluto: Restaking in DeFi poses financial risks, cross-chain bridges are vulnerable to exploitation, and AI’s dual role in crypto security | On The Brink

Alex Pruden: Quantum computing threatens elliptic curve cryptography, urgent need for postmodern cryptography, and the Bitcoin community’s philosophical divide | Empire

Alex Pruden: Quantum computing threatens elliptic curve cryptography, urgent need for postmodern cryptography, and the Bitcoin community’s philosophical divide | Empire

Paul Frambot: Morpho’s modular architecture enables tailored lending markets, 90% of volume is stablecoin loans, and operational security is critical for DeFi risk management | Unchained

Paul Frambot: Morpho’s modular architecture enables tailored lending markets, 90% of volume is stablecoin loans, and operational security is critical for DeFi risk management | Unchained

Ali Yahya: Crypto infrastructure supports billions of users, regulatory clarity fuels innovation, and privacy emerges as a competitive advantage | Unchained

Ali Yahya: Crypto infrastructure supports billions of users, regulatory clarity fuels innovation, and privacy emerges as a competitive advantage | Unchained

Jordi Visser: Bitcoin is set to break higher, the crypto winter will be the mildest ever, and AI will disrupt traditional value storage | Bankless

Jordi Visser: Bitcoin is set to break higher, the crypto winter will be the mildest ever, and AI will disrupt traditional value storage | Bankless

Paul Graham: Relocating to startup hubs boosts access to talent, unplanned meetings spark innovation, and Silicon Valley investors achieve superior returns | Y Combinator Startup Podcast

Paul Graham: Relocating to startup hubs boosts access to talent, unplanned meetings spark innovation, and Silicon Valley investors achieve superior returns | Y Combinator Startup Podcast

Jasmine Sun: AI populism is reshaping US politics, its economic impact far exceeds that of crypto, and 50% of entry-level jobs could vanish by 2030 | Bankless

Jasmine Sun: AI populism is reshaping US politics, its economic impact far exceeds that of crypto, and 50% of entry-level jobs could vanish by 2030 | Bankless

Bob Spitz: The Rolling Stones’ authenticity drives their success, art colleges shaped the UK rock scene, and modern music prioritizes showmanship over musicianship | Conversations with Tyler

Bob Spitz: The Rolling Stones’ authenticity drives their success, art colleges shaped the UK rock scene, and modern music prioritizes showmanship over musicianship | Conversations with Tyler

Krishna Rao: Effective compute procurement is vital for tech success, dynamic resource allocation boosts model efficiency, and shifting to exponential growth is essential for innovation | Invest Like the Best

Krishna Rao: Effective compute procurement is vital for tech success, dynamic resource allocation boosts model efficiency, and shifting to exponential growth is essential for innovation | Invest Like the Best

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