Recent Episodes
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Why Sony Launched Soneium, an Ethereum L2, and Blacklisted Some Memecoins - Ep. 767
Jan 17, 2025 – 48:52 -
The Chopping Block w/ Guy Young: Lessons from USD0, Ethena's Bold Vision, and DeFi’s Future - Ep. 766
Jan 16, 2025 – 01:03:15 -
Bits + Bips: AI Jobs Wipeout, Bitcoin as a Risk-Off Asset and Few Rate Cuts - Ep. 765
Jan 15, 2025 – 01:06:28 -
How New Stablecoin Startup Bridge Got Acquired by Stripe for $1.1 Billion - Ep. 764
Jan 14, 2025 – 01:15:45 -
Why Travis Kling Thinks Not Looking at AI Agents Would Be 'a Big Mistake' - Ep. 763
Jan 10, 2025 – 44:50 -
The Chopping Block: Debanking Drama, Crowdsales, and the Future of Crypto Regulation - Ep. 762
Jan 9, 2025 – 45:25 -
Bits + Bips: Trump Will Soon Be President. Where Will Bitcoin and Crypto Prices Go? - Ep. 761
Jan 8, 2025 – 01:02:22 -
2025 Will Be a Year of Crypto Competition. Can Ethereum Make a Comeback? - Ep. 760
Jan 7, 2025 – 01:48:59 -
The Chopping Block: Scarcity vs. Abundance, AI’s Crypto Role, and Virtuals - Ep. 759
Jan 4, 2025 – 01:07:10 -
With AI Agents Now Trading Crypto, What Does Their Future Look Like? - Ep. 758
Jan 3, 2025 – 59:49 -
2024 Was Full of Fascinating Crypto News. Here Are Its Top Moments - Ep. 757
Dec 31, 2024 – 52:47 -
RERUN: How to Figure Out Whether a Crypto Token Is Worth Its Trading Price - Ep. 756
Dec 27, 2024 – 01:24:08 -
2024 Was Solana's Best Year Yet. Can It Sustain the Momentum in 2025? - Ep. 755
Dec 24, 2024 – 57:23 -
Why Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev Is Betting Big on Crypto, Stablecoins, and Prediction Markets - Ep. 754
Dec 20, 2024 – 54:13 -
The Chopping Block: 2025 Predictions, AI's Crypto Play, and U.S. Legislation - Ep. 753
Dec 19, 2024 – 01:05:26 -
Bits + Bips: Bitcoin Keeps Smashing All-Time Highs, and MSTR Joins the Big Leagues - Ep. 752
Dec 18, 2024 – 01:09:40 -
After an Incredible 2024 for USDe, Ethena Plans to Supercharge Growth - Ep. 751
Dec 17, 2024 – 55:16 -
The Chopping Block: Google’s Willow Chip, ICO Resurgence, and Crypto Dev Trends - Ep. 750
Dec 15, 2024 – 56:51 -
How Solana Beat Out Ethereum to Nab New Crypto Developers in 2024 - Ep. 749
Dec 13, 2024 – 48:03 -
Bits + Bips: Bitcoin in Geopolitics, ETH’s Momentum, SOL ETFs & China’s Crypto Pivots? - Ep. 748
Dec 11, 2024 – 01:04:30 -
Under the First Crypto President, What Will Regulation of the Industry Look Like? - Ep. 747
Dec 10, 2024 – 01:31:35 -
The Chopping Block: XRP’s DeFi Comeback, Trump’s Crypto Picks, and Bitcoin at $100K - Ep. 746
Dec 8, 2024 – 01:04:29 -
Why Trump’s SEC Chair Pick, Paul Atkins, Is So Positive for Crypto - Ep. 745
Dec 6, 2024 – 50:40 -
Bits + Bips: Why XRP Might Have Been The ‘Most Hated’ Rally Ever - Ep. 744
Dec 4, 2024 – 01:05:35 -
How the Tornado Cash Lawsuit Was Won and Why It Matters - Ep. 743
Dec 3, 2024 – 01:00:52 -
The Chopping Block: DeSci Critiques, Hyperliquid's No-VC Model, and Freysa’s AI Games- Ep. 742
Dec 1, 2024 – 01:00:29 -
Vitalik Buterin Aped Into the Social Media App Anoncast. What's It About? - Ep. 741
Nov 29, 2024 – 34:09 -
What's the Best Way for Ethereum to Grow? Justin Drake and Martin Köppelmann Debate - Ep. 740
Nov 26, 2024 – 01:26:30 -
Spot Bitcoin ETF Options Are Here. Why You ‘Can’t Overstate’ Their Importance - Ep. 739
Nov 22, 2024 – 45:48 -
The Chopping Block: Polymarket CEO raided by FBI, Ethereum’s Beam Chain, and Trump’s Pro-Crypto Agenda feat. Vance Spencer - Ep. 738
Nov 21, 2024 – 01:08:36 -
Bits + Bips: Will Rate Cuts and Trump's Policies Spark a Bitcoin Supercycle? - Ep. 737
Nov 20, 2024 – 01:26:04 -
Are Layer 2s Failing Ethereum? A New Proposal Advocates for Native L2s - Ep. 736
Nov 19, 2024 – 38:47 -
How BlackRock, the World's Largest Asset Manager, Took Crypto Mainstream - Ep. 735
Nov 15, 2024 – 01:08:08 -
How Crypto Played the Political Game—and Won 'Bigly' - Ep. 734
Nov 12, 2024 – 01:12:39 -
The Chopping Block: How Prediction Markets Outsmarted the 2024 Election feat. Laura Shin - Ep. 733
Nov 8, 2024 – 56:53 -
Under Trump, the First Crypto President, Where Will Markets Go? - Ep. 732
Nov 8, 2024 – 41:45 -
Bits + Bips: Trump Won and the Question Is: Do You Have Enough Crypto? - Ep. 731
Nov 7, 2024 – 01:20:59 -
Is There a Better Way to Launch Tokens in Crypto? - Ep. 730
Nov 5, 2024 – 01:01:24 -
The Chopping Block: 2024 Election Debate feat. Mike Novogratz & Shaun Maguire - Ep. 729
Nov 3, 2024 – 01:02:43 -
How Arthur Hayes Has Prepared His Portfolio for the Elections - Ep. 728
Nov 1, 2024 – 01:21:02 -
The Chopping Block: AI Memecoins, Trump’s Token Flop, & Ethereum’s Malaise - Ep. 727
Oct 31, 2024 – 42:25 -
It’s Not Just the Presidency. Congressional Races Matter a Lot for Crypto - Ep. 726
Oct 29, 2024 – 01:17:03 -
The Backstory of How 3 AI Agents Led to the Rise of the Hottest Memecoin, GOAT - Ep. 725
Oct 25, 2024 – 51:01 -
The Chopping Block (feat. Anatoly): Solana's Second Act, SVM vs EVM, & Extension Dilemma - Ep. 724
Oct 24, 2024 – 01:17:19 -
Bits + Bips: The Real ‘Trump Trade’ & Why Trump's World Liberty Financial Was a Flop - Ep. 723
Oct 23, 2024 – 01:25:00 -
How This Stablecoin Business in Africa Is Taking on SWIFT and Big Banks - Ep. 722
Oct 22, 2024 – 44:26 -
What's a Fair Value for Crypto Networks Like BTC, ETH and SOL? - Ep. 721
Oct 18, 2024 – 40:12 -
The Chopping Block: Memecoin Frenzy, Unichain Reaction, & Kamala’s Crypto Agenda - Ep. 720
Oct 16, 2024 – 01:03:04 -
2 Crypto Investors on Why They Believe DeFi Is Poised for a Bull Run - Ep. 719
Oct 15, 2024 – 01:11:27 -
FTX's Ryan Salame Is Going to Prison. Here’s What He Has to Say - Ep. 718
Oct 11, 2024 – 01:45:55
Recent Reviews
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derekvaTruly greatIf you’re even remotely familiar with global macro, and even remotely crypto savvy, then I would highly recommend this pod!
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F.Hayek1913RequestHello - Would it be possible to link to the cases and opinions discussed on the pod? Like the Debt Box case, if it was linked that would be so sweet and go so far to credibility and for those who want to verify! Thank you!
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darce_hollidayChopping block is terribleLove Laura but chopping block is a bunch of midwits shilling their own projects and trashing decentralized projects with no vc allocation
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nbvc75432$@&Best Pod on SBF trialThanks for sharing the details in a way that makes me feel like I’m in the courtroom! And thanks for the interviews - you ask questions that help me understand what is happening behind the scenes.
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Matt_B_WRambling, unprepared, confused hostIf you like imprecise, half-baked, repetitive, long, confusing questions by an interviewer, you’ll love this podcast.
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.s.s.harveydudemuffin👍🏼👍🏼I don’t know much about crypto, but want to know literally everything about crypto people going rogue in crypto - Laura you’re my new fav podcast esp because you talk like me and make me laugh as these WILD details unfold! Thank you!
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KalfisherThe ftx coverageIs second to none. I’m not a crypto person but the host Laura has covered the trial so well, I feel sufficiently able to follow along and am riveted! Thanks for such great work.
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MikGiantVery mature crypto podcastUnchained is great! They have on real experts, discuss important crypto and finance topics, explain in depth concepts well, and is all around a fantastic news source and podcast. She loses two stars for her intro still being on every episode. Nothing in crypto screams “look at me I’m special!” More than talking about when you got into crypto and how cool you are for being so early. If we want to be taken seriously by other industries we have to stop this childish nonsense. Michael Barbaro doesn’t start every episode of the daily talking about how he was the first mainstream reporter to do something. Let’s raise the bar on crypto please.
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Loridans1Valuable, but Ms. ShinThere’s no question this is an extremely informative podcast. But Ms. Shin sounds like an abused spouse or girlfriend. “Oh yes, SBF just beat the crap out of me. Sure, SBF broke my arm, knocked out my teeth. But you know, it’s really my fault, not his”. Grow up, Ms. Shin
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Rowsdower1197Good for the lolsThe biggest guests are frauds, the editors can’t edit, and the host can’t read.
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ZZ1949Good guests, annoying hostLike nails on a chalkboard.
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Decibel DozerGreat information but…Good podcast, very informative. It’s hard to listen to Haseeb (Chopping Block) because he mumbles and talks low, then normal, then mumbles: Arrrg.
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grayglerDC episodeSmart insights on Washington this week
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El PhantsmoNo Bro YoIntelligent and informed discussion. Highly recommend. I’m a guy sick of hearing guys.
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MaybeicyEhStill haven’t found a good crypto podcast most of my stuff I find is on YouTube
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Missy RichlandVery informativeI have only been listening for the past 2 weeks however there is so much information discuss on this show. If your really in cryptocurrencies then you should most certainly listen to this show.
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DutchladleAuthoritative & ReliableI listen to about a dozen podcasts - none more journalistically (in the old-fashioned, quality sense of the word) sound than Laura’s. She is a Rock of Gibraltar in the killer seas of crypto.
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istemihan1000You’re much appreciatedThanks for the amazing content Laura. I’m new to the space so I’ve been diving deep into the rabbit hole of Crypto. Thanks to your content that dive has been pretty smooth thus far. I stumbled upon your Ted Talk on YouTube at the ending of 2021, that’s where I learnt about your podcast and I’ve been a devoted listener ever since. Keep up the good work.
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pbjloganGreat interviewsThanks Laura for Christmas Eve and so many others this year. A follow up on El Salvador adaption was missed. How this de level ops and grows or fails will be a major news event going forward. I like guest’ discussion on FUD and tribalism. Perhaps the opposite can be COP (Cheerleading, Overvaluing, and Pumping).
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Hkiugbxsdgnkklnbcds‘No Hype’And yet she brings on a professional astrologer. I like the show but that is unprofessional. Going to leave this for a week or two in protest.
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Fashionistagirly1967Very Insightful PodcastThis podcast has incredible and insightful information that is available to the listeners’ fingertips. I am very impressed on the subject of today’s podcast!
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NufcramboInsightful informationVery thought provoking insightful information to learn all the new things in crypto, nft and metaverse. Real admiration for work u do
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cryptorocksLivni Never Again!I generally really like Laura’s podcasts. Her guests are usually well informed and very educational. But that Livni guest from The NY Times was horrible! I could not stand to listen to her! What brainless, liberal hack! Please never ask her back onto your show Laura. Your listeners hated her.
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EricaBushwellAwesome podcast!Laura, host of the Unchained podcast, highlights all aspects of business, investing and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!
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obacker19Empowering, insightful and actionable! 🙌Whether you’re well established as someone who can translate creative energy into the impact you want to have on the crypto community, or just getting started as a catalyst for change - this is a must-listen podcast for you! Laura does an incredible job leading conversations that cover a huge breadth of topics related to the ins and outs of navigating the constantly shifting industry landscape - while highlighting what you truly need to know - with leaders who’ve actually walked the path. Highly recommend listening and subscribing!
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Jessca84Amazing guests + smart questionsUnchained is my favorite crypto podcast because Laura’s journalistic approach cuts through the hype. She isn’t afraid to ask billionaires hard questions - a refreshing quality in such a bullish space! Check out the Mark Cuban and Chris Dixon episodes.
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FraziertownGreat WorkGreat episode with Alex Gladstein! 🔥🔥🔥
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Wine customerNot journalism; beware.It’s very clear that after listening to Laura for years now that her podcast will not cover certain major projects within the crypto ecosystem that deserve the coverage. Instead she focuses on Ethereum positive related topics primarily. This week’s crypto news recap failed to mention a new crypto exchange/platform that is the best capitalized within the crypto ecosystem. This will lead to more on ramps for crypto as a whole. Zero mention and it’s very obvious that she has an agenda and is not covering unbiased news.
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123abc123abcgenericPuppet for MSMRunning a Bitcoin podcast as a nocoiner and then inviting buffoons like Vlad is very telling.
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centra28One stop shop for crypto infoWhether you are new to crypto or deep in the weeds, this is a great podcast! Relevant guests, insights into the industry, and Laura does an amazing job of breaking down the information for even the novice listener. Thank you guys for your great work!
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Velvet Jones81Ahead of the curveAlways hitting the topic or getting the interview I didn’t know I wanted or that no other show has had. This is one of the best cryptocurrency podcasts.
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Captain StankLove this!Incredible content. Keep it up!
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Blogilates noobPlease have someone else read news recapI enjoy this podcast and find it informative. Laura is a great interviewer. My only gripe is that the Crypto News Recap section is almost un-listenable, as she reads the headlines and blurbs in a very stilted manner, both in terms of awkward pauses/pacing and errors in reading words.
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JohnnysayssssIntro is the worstSeriously, this was the longest and most annoying intro I have ever had to sit through for any podcast. I only say this because it is a huge barrier to listeners. Please consider changing it. The last thing I want is to try to be sold three different times before the podcast even starts
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Adaobi. NGreat podcastLove unchained! So easy to follow!
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MitchJ1971Solid!Timing is 🔑 and Unchained gets you important upcoming information fast! Thank you so much 🙏
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JhwahahaI like some of it but...I am not a fan of this show but I want more Lynn Alden and less Roul.
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Nickesh23BewareListen to fools, lose everything, you’ve been warned
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NYCMontanaBig fan...Mind stretch!You can geek out on the details or plug in for the big picture. Up to you. Laura does a terrific job of keeping the conversation on topic and on task. I listen to a lot of different podcasts - few have the mind-stretching qualities of Unchained. Also, if you haven’t realized we are at the tipping point of the biggest shift in our civilization in probably 500 years, plug in or go back to your 8-track.
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Tommyyy96Amazing PodcastI listen to a lot of blockchain podcasts and this one is by far the most educational. Laura Shin does an incredible job to bring thought leaders from the blockchain space. She styles episodes in a way that both new comers and people involved in crypto 24/7 can enjoy.
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HeadshowExcellentI love how the host’s questions are almost ALL the who/what/where/when/why/how type and avoids assuming answers for the guests or putting forth potential responses at the end of questions. I can’t stand when people do that! Laura also asks “tough” questions and seems averse to softball lines of inquiry. Bravo.
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T3R1KWithout a doubt the best crypto podcastAmazing guests combined with Laura’s insightful questions and deep knowledge make it always both illuminating and a delight to listen.
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Valentino-5Laura is not afraid of asking difficult questionsPutting a guest in the hot seat is what makes this podcast great. Keep it up Laura!
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capitalist pigDecent pod.Wish it were more libertarian though
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GreyscalegBest in the spaceLaura has put together space on "blockchain" and crypto that will keep you up to date with the news, people and events. A must weekly listen.
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Iron Condor PAOne of best podcasts in cryptoI have been listening to Unchained and now Unconfirmed since the beginning. They are my number one go to source for news and information in the Crypto space. Laura Shin is an amazing interviewer and writer. She asks insightful and pointed questions. Somehow she is able to land the best guests. From CEOs to founders, from investers to inventros of the major companies and projects in the Crypto space. When I introduce people to Crypto and they ask for more information, I always point them to Unchained and Unconfirmed podcasts.
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BecPowInformativeThanks! 🚀
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novchronStays on pointWow , I’m really blown away by all the relevant content on crypto. I’ve been trading since 2015 and this is the best crypto podcast out there at the moment😇😊.
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Drakius32Bitcoin OG & excellent interviewerLaura has an excellent approach to her interviews. Her insights and questions are fair, yet pressing upon important issues surrounding bitcoin. Highly recommend checking out this pod if you want to learn more about bitcoin from someone who’s seen a lot go down.
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tmoindustriesGreat but tough interviewerLaura allows the guest to tell their story and craft their narrative but does not let them off the hook. She asks tough questions which helps reveal the real story in hyped field.
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