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Welcome to The ReDefined Podcast with @jeremyalmond. Discover how blockchain, Web3, and Bitcoin are revolutionizing industries, challenging outdated systems, and empowering people globally. Stay ahead of the curve and join us on YouTube, Twitter, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts for the latest insights.

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August 25, 202655 min

From Argentina's Hyperinflation to BTC Layer 2: Building Rootstock- Gabriel Kurman & Adrian Eidelman

In this episode, Jeremy sits down with Gabriel Kurman and Adrian Eidelman, co-founders of Rootstock, to discuss why they built a Bitcoin-native smart contract layer instead of launching a separate blockchain. Gabriel and Adrian share how growing up in Argentina amid hyperinflation and capital controls shaped their conviction that the world needs a neutral, censorship-resistant financial system, especially for the unbanked. They break down what makes Rootstock unique as a side chain secured by Bitcoin proof-of-work through merged mining, why using Bitcoin as the native currency avoids the incentive misalignment of other layer twos, and how full EVM compatibility lets developers build with familiar tools. The conversation also covers the role of stablecoins like USDB in emerging markets, how agentic AI is accelerating the need for scalable programmable money, and Gabriel's work with Bitcoin for Humanity and Bitcoin circular economies. They close by reflecting on how technology, purpose, and humanitarian work intersect in building a more open financial system. ⏱ Timestamps: 00:00 Cold open: when the money in your bank isn't your money anymore 01:00 Welcome back to Redefined — meet Gabriel Kurman & Adrian Eidelman 02:00 Growing up in Argentina: hyperinflation, capital controls, and discovering Bitcoin 04:00 Why Rootstock is an open protocol, not a company 06:00 The origin story: Nick Szabo's challenge to build smart contracts on Bitcoin 10:00 Corralito: Argentina's 2001 banking collapse, explained 13:00 Decentralization vs. “just a blockchain” — why neutrality matters 17:00 Value never flowed through the old internet — until Bitcoin 19:00 20 billion unbanked, and why access to money should be like access to air and water 22:00 From color coins to layer twos: choosing to build on Bitcoin instead of a new chain 25:00 What makes Rootstock a side chain, and how merged mining ties it to Bitcoin's security 29:00 EVM compatibility, native Bitcoin, and 85% of Bitcoin's hash rate 36:00 Rootstock's structure: a neutral protocol, Rootstock Labs, and a decentralized builder ecosystem 42:00 Stablecoins on Rootstock — and why they should be secured by Bitcoin 47:00 Agentic AI and the push for 100x more scalability 50:00 From building Rootstock to Bitcoin for Humanity and circular economies 55:00 Where to find Rootstock, Bitcoin for Humanity, and the circular economy book 🔗 Follow the Guests:Gabriel Kurman – LinkedIn | XAdrian Eidelman – LinkedIn | X 🎙️ Follow our Hosts:Jeremy Almond – Twitter 📣 Follow the Podcast:Twitter: https://twitter.com/ReDeFined_talksApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-redefined-podcast/id1655798659Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0f7eB4hl90sRijPxOHFxIA?si=d_BGCbN8TPaf99rzvZDC8wHype: https://hype.co/@redefinedpodcast

August 11, 202639 min

From TradFi Insider to Bitcoin Maxi: Inside Asia’s Bitcoin Treasury Boom | Russ Jacobsen

Jeremy sits down with Russ Jacobsen, COO of Moon Inc., a Bitcoin treasury company listed in Hong Kong (HKEX: 1723). Russ spent nearly two decades in traditional finance across Hong Kong and Shanghai — all while secretly mining Bitcoin on the side. Now he's building one of Asia's Bitcoin treasury companies from the inside. They trace his path from Bay Area skater to Shanghai real estate hustler to Hong Kong TradFi banker, and how a closet Bitcoin habit (30 ASIC machines bought in 2013–14, next to BitMEX founder Arthur Hayes at Deutsche Bank) turned into a full pivot. From there, they unpack what a Bitcoin treasury company actually is, why "just put Bitcoin on the balance sheet" isn't enough anymore, the free-cash-flow secret behind Saylor's first lever at MicroStrategy, and Moon Inc.'s own strategy — including a new treasury vehicle launching in Vietnam. They close on global capital flows, Saylor's STRC and the emerging Bitcoin yield curve, and why Russ still says: this is the year to buy Bitcoin. ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 Cold Open — “The Closet Cypherpunk” 1:01 Welcome to Redefined + Meeting in Hong Kong 3:01 From Bay Area Skater to Shanghai Real Estate Hustler 9:01 Back to Hong Kong: TradFi and the ICBC/CCB IPOs 11:01 What Is a Bitcoin Treasury Company? 12:01 Gold Bug to ASIC Miner: Russ's Bitcoin Story 15:01 China's Mining Crackdown and Hong Kong's Crypto Hub Era 19:01 Leaving TradFi for Full Bitcoin Maxi 25:01 Global Capital Flows and Entering Harder Markets 33:01 Digital Credit, the Bitcoin Yield Curve, and Buying the Bear 39:01 Where to Find Russ and Moon Inc. 🔗 Follow the Guests:Russ Jacobsen – LinkedIn | X | Substack 🎤 Follow our Hosts:Jeremy Almond – Twitter 📡 Follow the Podcast:Twitter: https://twitter.com/ReDeFined_talksApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-redefined-podcast/id1655798659Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0f7eB4hl90sRijPxOHFxIA?si=d_BGCbN8TPaf99rzvZDC8wHype: https://hype.co/@redefinedpodcast

July 24, 202644 min

She Left It All for Bitcoin: The Ex-CMO's Journey to Financial Freedom

In this episode, Jeremy sits down with Efrat Fenigson, host of the "You Are The Voice" podcast and former tech marketing executive, to explore the shift from corporate tech to Bitcoin advocacy driven by concerns about freedom and monetary sovereignty. The conversation covers Efrat's journey from software development in video games to CMO roles, and how the COVID-19 pandemic's state control sparked her deep dive into sound money and Bitcoin. They discuss the critical differences between CBDCs, stablecoins, and Bitcoin, examining how central bank digital currencies use programmable features like geolocation tracking, expiration dates, and spending quotas that mirror systems in China, Russia, and Nigeria, despite being marketed as convenient innovations in countries like Ireland. The discussion also explores real-world CBDC pilots, the nuanced role of stablecoins as bridge technology with both benefits and limitations, and why Bitcoin represents true permissionless money that restores individual sovereignty. This conversation offers insights into the regulatory attacks on privacy tools like Samurai Wallet, the essential nature of financial privacy as a human right, and how these developments shape the future of freedom and innovation in an increasingly digital world. ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 Coming Up… 01:17 Introduction to Efrat Fenigson 02:14 Tech Background and Marketing Career 08:17 COVID-19 and Bitcoin Discovery 13:02 CBDCs and Digital Surveillance 24:59 Bitcoin, Stablecoins, and Freedom Money 34:04 Digital Money Education 38:28 Privacy Tools and Prosecution 43:44 Efrat's Work and Platforms🔗 Follow the Guests: Efrat Fenigson – LinkedIn | X | Substack🎤 Follow our Hosts: Jeremy Almond – Twitter📡 Follow the Podcast: Twitter: https://twitter.com/ReDeFined_talks Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-redefined-podcast/id1655798659 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0f7eB4hl90sRijPxOHFxIA?si=d_BGCbN8TPaf99rzvZDC8wHype: https://hype.co/@redefinedpodcast

March 24, 202617 min

The Business Problem Bitcoin Solves That No One Talks About

In this episode, Jeremy sits down with Roark Janis, founder and CEO of BitBooks, to explore his journey from financial professional to Bitcoin entrepreneur sparked by receiving Bitcoin as a gift in 2021. The conversation covers how this introduction led to the creation of BitBooks, a financial software solution that operates in both fiat and Bitcoin with the familiarity of platforms like QuickBooks, addressing the complexities businesses face when accounting for digital assets. They discuss the nuances of treating Bitcoin as both an asset and currency, examining the unique challenges of Bitcoin accounting and the shift in perspective that comes from measuring profit in Bitcoin rather than fiat. This conversation offers insights into the practical realities of Bitcoin accounting, building infrastructure for businesses transitioning to digital assets, and how these developments are shaping the future of financial management in an increasingly Bitcoin-enabled economy.⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 Coming Up… 01:16 Introduction to Roark Janis 02:27 Bitcoin Accounting Challenges 03:43 Building Bitcoin-Native System 05:03 Building BitBooks 06:30 Practical Business Benefits 07:43 Future of Bitcoin Business 16:51 Final Thoughts 🔗 Follow the Guests:Roark Janis – LinkedIn | X | Website🎤 Follow our Hosts:Jeremy Almond – Twitter📡 Follow the Podcast:Twitter: https://twitter.com/ReDeFined_talksApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-redefined-podcast/id1655798659Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0f7eB4hl90sRijPxOHFxIA?si=d_BGCbN8TPaf99rzvZDC8wHype: https://hype.co/@redefinedpodcast

March 5, 2026Episode 231 hr 3 min

Can Bitcoin Defeat Dictatorships? with Obi Nwosu, Ceo of Fedi

In this episode, Jeremy sits down with Obi Nwosu, CEO of Fedi, to explore how privacy technology serves communities under authoritarian regimes and capital controls through decentralized super apps combining eCash, Bitcoin, and encrypted communications. The conversation covers Obi's journey from running one of Europe's first regulated Bitcoin exchanges to building community-based custody solutions, why privacy-based security outperforms power-based security, and how AI-powered hacking is driving mainstream privacy awareness. They discuss federated mint technology enabling anti-fragile communities, wrench attacks exposing Bitcoin's transparency problem, and how institutions like Reynolds Foundation support democracy-defending technologies. This conversation offers insights into scaling freedom technologies through communities rather than individuals, the coming privacy apocalypse, and why true freedom requires building for the world's most difficult environments first. ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 Coming Up 01:37 Introduction to Obi Nwosu 03:38 Fedi's Mission and Communities Under Pressure 06:43 Bitcoin as Freedom Technology 10:04 Power vs Privacy as Security 13:06 Bitcoin's Privacy Problem 16:15 Privacy Hypothesis and AI Hacking Threat 20:20 eCash and Fedimint Technology 27:19 Community-Based Custody Model 29:15 Community as Fundamental Human Technology 34:32 Global Community Observations 38:15 Super Apps and Venture Capital Strategy 43:37 Origin Story: From Geek to Exchange Operator 51:46 From Jailbreaker to Jailkeeper 54:08 Discovering Fedimint Solution 56:37 Reynolds Foundation Board Membership 1:02:23 Final Thoughts 🔗 Follow the Guests:Obi Nwosu – LinkedIn | X | Website 🎤 Follow our Hosts:Jeremy Almond – Twitter 📡 Follow the Podcast: Twitter: https://twitter.com/ReDeFined_talksApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-redefined-podcast/id1655798659Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0f7eB4hl90sRijPxOHFxIA?si=d_BGCbN8TPaf99rzvZDC8w Hype: https://hype.co/@redefinedpodcast

February 3, 20261 hr 1 min

Stablecoins Are Transforming Global Financial Infrastructure w/ Elisabeth Carpenter

In this episode, Jeremy sits down with Elisabeth Carpenter, Chief Strategic Engagement Officer at Circle, to explore the evolution of stablecoins from niche crypto trading tools to mainstream financial infrastructure with over 75 billion USDC in circulation. The conversation covers how digital dollars enable money to move as easily as WhatsApp messages, why regulatory frameworks like the Genius Act transformed uncertainty into opportunity for institutional adoption, and Circle's full-stack approach including the ARC economic operating system for building internet-native financial applications. They discuss Circle's humanitarian work delivering aid to displaced populations, the new Circle Foundation focused on expanding access for small businesses, and why private enterprise leadership in stablecoins rather than central bank digital currencies represents a choice between innovation and centralized control. This conversation offers insights into building trust-based infrastructure and the transformation toward a digital, always-on global economy. ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 Coming Up… 01:09 Introduction to Elisabeth Carpenter 01:12 Circle's Journey and Stablecoin Evolution 06:02 What Are Stablecoins? 13:24 Regulation and Trust Building 21:48 Mainstream Adoption Surge 29:42 Money as Digital Infrastructure34:35 Genius Act and Regulation 37:39 Stablecoin Global Adoptio 43:27 Circle's Mission and Impact 44:08 Internet Financial System 49:19 Humanitarian Aid and Inclusion 53:06 Circle Foundation Launch 58:29 Final Thoughts 🔗 Follow the Guests:Elisabeth Carpenter – LinkedIn | X | Website🎤 Follow our Hosts:Jeremy Almond – Twitter📡 Follow the Podcast:Twitter: https://twitter.com/ReDeFined_talksApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-redefined-podcast/id1655798659Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0f7eB4hl90sRijPxOHFxIA?si=d_BGCbN8TPaf99rzvZDC8wHype: https://hype.co/@redefinedpodcast

January 27, 202654 min

The Future of Capital Markets w/ Paget Stanco

In this episode, Jeremy sits down with Paget Stanco, Director of Gemini's institutional efforts, to explore the significant shift from institutional skepticism to widespread adoption in the crypto space. The conversation covers how legislative frameworks and regulatory clarity are reshaping institutional participation, alongside the transformative role of ETFs in legitimizing digital assets for traditional finance. They discuss Gemini's innovative product offerings, including their credit card and yield programs, examining the differences between various yield mechanisms in the crypto industry. The discussion also traces Gemini's journey from startup to public company and the strategic decisions that shaped this evolution. This conversation offers insights into building trust and compliance infrastructure, the impact of institutional involvement in digital assets, and how these developments are paving the way for mainstream adoption of blockchain technology in traditional financial markets. ⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 Coming Up…01:07 Introduction to Paget Stanco04:26 The Rise of Crypto ETFs07:13 Regulatory Compliance and Custody Solutions12:39 Institutional Investment Strategies16:06 Nonprofits and Crypto Donations18:05 Government Policies and Institutional Adoption31:37 Institutional Controls and Requirements32:09 Customizing Institutional Accounts32:34 Regulatory Compliance and Reporting34:03 Diversifying Holdings and Minimizing Risk35:06 Innovative Products: Gemini Card36:12 Mainstream Adoption and Credit Card Rewards37:27 Challenges and Successes in Crypto Credit Cards41:07 Exploring Yield and Staking43:16 Understanding Yield Models51:21 Building a Durable Crypto Company 🔗 Follow the Guest:https://x.com/Pagetgrace🎤 Follow our Hosts:https://x.com/jeremyalmond📡 Follow the Podcast:Twitter: https://twitter.com/ReDeFined_talksApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-redefined-podcast/id1655798659Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0f7eB4hl90sRijPxOHFxIA?si=d_BGCbN8TPaf99rzvZDC8wHype: https://hype.co/@redefinedpodcast

December 12, 2025Episode 2028 min

From Exclusion to Opportunity: Expanding Technology Access for Youth w/ Jacob Martinez

Across rural and underserved communities, there’s a generation of youth with the grit, creativity, and ambition to lead—but without the networks or resources to get started. This episode dives into what it takes to unlock that potential: real mentorship, practical training, and pathways to wealth-building careers in tech, design, and beyond.We explore how systems can be restructured to serve talent where it already exists, how cycles of poverty are broken through agency, not charity and why technologies like AI and Bitcoin could play a critical role in the next wave of inclusion and innovation. ⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 Coming Up01:30 The Motivation behind digital nest02:30 How Education Changes Lives 04:37 Digital NEST’s Impact: Where Are Alumni Now?08:57 – Key Unlocks for Launching Careers12:33 – Beyond Grants: How Digital NEST Builds Real-World Skills15:06 – Restoring Hope in the American Dream20:50 – Preparing Youth for the Next Wave of Tech25:28 – Building Partnerships Between Tech and Community27:21 – How to Get Involved with Digital NEST 🔗 Follow the Guests:Jacob Martinez – LinkedIn | X | Website 🎤 Follow our Hosts:Jeremy Almond – Twitter 📡 Follow the Podcast:Twitter: https://twitter.com/ReDeFined_talks Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-redefined-podcast/id1655798659 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0f7eB4hl90sRijPxOHFxIA?si=d_BGCbN8TPaf99rzvZDC8w Hype: https://hype.co/@redefinedpodcast

December 4, 2025Episode 2018 min

How Bitcoin Is Transforming Real-World Businesses w/ Gaëlle Wizenberg

In this episode, Jeremy sits down with Gaëlle Wizenberg, founder of Charlie Banana, board member at XWELL, and global Bitcoin advocate, to explore how Bitcoin is reshaping real-world businesses.Gaëlle shares how accepting Bitcoin can improve margins, eliminate international payment friction, reduce wire fees, and even strengthen treasury strategy. She also explains why traditional companies struggle with Bitcoin adoption, the role of CFO education, and how she’s building a new Bitcoin-native baby products brand for a global market.A practical conversation for founders, CFOs, and operators looking to understand how Bitcoin can enhance payments, supply chains, and long-term strategy.⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 Bitcoin gift story 00:26 Who is Gaëlle Wizenberg 01:45 From Charlie Banana to Bitcoin 03:40 Joining XWELL & why Bitcoin matters 05:45 Accepting Bitcoin in global airports 07:10 Educating boards & CFOs 09:30 Payments, FX, and earning Bitcoin 11:30 Bitcoin-native baby products 13:40 Supply chain benefits & wire fee savings 16:10 Why early Bitcoin companies will win🔗 Follow the GuestGaëlle Wizenberg — https://x.com/Gaelle8888🎤 HostJeremy Almond — https://x.com/jeremyalmondFollow the pod:Twitter: / redefined_talks Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0f7eB4h... https://hype.co/@redefinedpodcast

November 28, 2025Episode 1921 min

How Bitcoin is Transforming Corporate Strategy from Treasury to Culture w/ Allen Helm

In this episode, Jeremy sits down with Allen Helm, co-founder of Bitcoin for Corporations, to explore the growing adoption of Bitcoin by businesses and the evolution of corporate Bitcoin integration in the modern financial landscape. Allen shares insights into the four-year cycles of Bitcoin and how the current cycle is defined by institutional integration, while detailing the progression from public to private company adoption and the factors driving this shift, including favorable regulatory changes and the increasing involvement of financial institutions. They discuss how businesses are using Bitcoin to enhance their balance sheets, the comprehensive support Bitcoin for Corporations provides to both public and private entities, and strategies for accelerated adoption in companies of all sizes. This conversation offers practical insights into the opportunities shaping corporate Bitcoin adoption and the strategic considerations for companies integrating Bitcoin into their operations and transforming their financial strategies ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 Coming Up… 01:04 Introduction to Allen Helm 01:35 The Corporate Bitcoin Adoption Cycle 02:31 Global Legislative Changes and Institutional Integration 03:50 MicroStrategy's Bitcoin Strategy 04:31 International Corporate Bitcoin Adoption 04:49 Bitcoin for Corporations: Mission and Insights 07:07 Challenges and Best Practices for Corporate Bitcoin08:28 Future of Corporate Bitcoin Adoption 11:49 Educating Corporations on Bitcoin 14:38 Educating Employees and Future Prospects 19:07 Conclusion and Future Outlook 🔗 Follow the Guests:Allen Helm – LinkedIn | X | Website 🎤 Follow our Hosts:Jeremy Almond – Twitter 📡 Follow the Podcast:Twitter: https://twitter.com/ReDeFined_talks Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-redefined-podcast/id1655798659 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0f7eB4hl90sRijPxOHFxIA?si=d_BGCbN8TPaf99rzvZDC8w Hype: https://hype.co/@redefinedpodcast