The Policy Layer
Ep 60: Wealth as a Feminist Act: Digital Assets, Community, and Financial Education
Women are stepping into new forms of financial power, and digital assets are opening the door. The founders of Eve Wealth, Sadie Raney and Elaine Asher discuss the misconceptions that keep women out of this space and the education and community that bring them in. They explain how long-term digital-asset investing sits at the intersection of wealth-building and agency, and why it may be one of the most overlooked tools for closing power gaps. Learn more about their vision on https://www.evewealth.com/ 🎧 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
Ep 59: Stablecoins Across Borders (2025 edition)
Stablecoins were the main character in policy circles this year, and for good reason. Urszula McCormack, Andrew Whitworth , and Laura Navaratnam walk us through how 2025 played out across Hong Kong, the EU, UK, and Australia. From what got finalized, what’s still fuzzy, and what signals to watch in early 2026... it's the year-end reality check for anyone dealing with digital money, law, and regulation. 🎧 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
Ep 58: Inclusion Is Infrastructure: Diversity and Design in Web3
Crypto says it’s for everyone — but who’s actually building the future? Michelle O’Connor, founder of The Digital Future, joins us to talk about inclusion, innovation, and why the next wave of Web3 depends on who’s in the room. From breaking down crypto’s insider language to creating real access for builders across different backgrounds and regions, Michelle shares how diverse voices are shaping the next era of Web3. Together, we explore what happens when the people designing the technology finally reflect the world it’s meant to serve. 🎧 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
Ep 56: Tokenized Economies and the Architecture of Digital Money
Keith Bear, Fellow at Cambridge Judge Business School, joins us to break down what digital money really looks like in a tokenized economy. From stablecoins to CBDCs, we explore what’s working, what’s missing, and what still needs to be reimagined.
Ep 49: Democracy, Dollars & DeFi - A Digital Shift
What happens when trust collapses faster than institutions can rebuild it? Amanda Wick, founder of the Association for Women in Crypto and author of The Catalysts, joins Owl Explains to unpack the forces fueling a new world financial order—from DeFi to geopolitics. A single podcast episode can’t fit everything, so check out her book for more: The Catalysts 🎧 Listen in Spotify and Apple Podcasts
Ep 45: DeFi’s Big Questions Answered
Is DeFi truly decentralized? Is it more than just finance? Join Yvette Valdez (Latham & Watkins), Diana Barrero Zalles (GBBC), Joe Cutler (Perkins Coie), and Lee Schneider (Ava Labs) as they discuss DeFi’s opportunities, risks, and more. Learn more in the GBBC's DeFi report: https://www.gbbc.io/uploads/reports/gsmi50/DeFi-Stand-Alone.pdf 🎧 Listen in Spotify and Apple Podcasts
Ep 39: Tokenizing Securities for Decentralized Finance Applications
Professor Andreas Park from the University of Toronto discusses how blockchain can transform the trading and management of securities. In this episode, he shares his research on overcoming the complex challenges of integrating stocks, dividends, and voting rights into decentralized systems, offering insights into the future of finance. Learn more in his paper: https://edas.info/showPaper.php?m=1571031828
Ep 38: Learning from DeFi. Would Automated Market Makers Improve Equity Trading?
Andreas Park (University of Toronto) and Katya Malinova (McMaster University) discuss their research on how automated market makers (AMMs) from DeFi could revolutionize equity trading. We explore the potential savings, challenges, and future of finance in a digital age. Check out their paper below: Learning from DeFi: Would Automated Market Makers Improve Equity Trading?
Stablecoin Runs and the Centralization of Arbitrage
Yiming Ma from Columbia Business School and Anthony Zhang from UChicago explore the intricacies of stablecoins and their impact on financial stability. Learn about the critical role of arbitrage in maintaining price stability and the potential risks associated with these digital assets. Check out their paper here.
Ep 31: The Impact of Blockchain and AI on the EU’s Financial Landscape
Dimitrios Psarrakis (Financial Economist and co-founder of Value Verse) provides expert insights on blockchain regulation and its implications for financial competitiveness in the EU. He explores the intersection of blockchain, AI, and financial innovation, emphasizing the importance of education and collaboration in shaping the future of finance.
Ep. 26: Global Blockchain Trade Associations and 2024 Policy (Part 1)
Join Marina Markezic (EU Crypto Initiative) , Ron Hammond (Blockchain Association), Tommaso Astazi (Blockchain For Europe), and Cody Carbone (Digital Chamber) as they delve into the complexities of blockchain regulation and its impact on global policy. Explore how trade associations are shaping the future of technology governance.
Ep 23: Shaping the Future of Currency: the Digital Dollar
Chris Giancarlo (Chamber of Digital Commerce and former CFTC commissioner) sheds light on the role of privacy, economic liberty, and leadership in navigating the ever-changing landscape of digital innovation and its impact on global economies.