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Welcome to "The Get Down" - butterscotch Media's gateway to inclusion in Web3, DeFi, Bitcoin. This is the only show exclusively focused on the largest adopters of crypto. Hear from diverse founders, executives, officials as they discuss the latest in policy, industry trends, market research. Tune in as host Ritzy P gets down with fascinating pioneers, change-makers, luminaries in the cryptoverse. 

  1. Catalyzing Tokenization Infrastructure For Small Enterprises with Arushi Sood Joshi

    18h ago

    Catalyzing Tokenization Infrastructure For Small Enterprises with Arushi Sood Joshi

    In this episode of The Get Down: Beyond Bitcoin podcast, host Marisa Estrada Rivera (aka Ritzy P) sits down with Arushi Sood Joshi, founder and CEO of Zult, Inc. With over 25 years of experience leading digital asset strategies at giants like Wells Fargo, MasterCard, and Visa, Arushi shares her deep insights into why the financial system needs an operational upgrade. The conversation dives into the practical application of the "DeFi mullet" approach, how tokenization empowers micro-lending institutions, and the unique challenges diverse female founders face when navigating shifting regulatory environments. Interview with Arushi Sood Joshi, Founder & CEO of Zult, Inc. Crypto Origin Story: How witnessing the early integration of distributed ledger technology (DLT) in the Middle East inspired Arushi to leave corporate finance in 2017 to launch her first central bank digital currency (CBDC) startup, AdCash. The Problem with Private Markets: A look at how capital formation remains complex and restricted, shutting out small-to-medium issuers (like CDFIs) and everyday investors by design. The "DeFi Mullet" Tech Stack: Why Zult relies on a Web2 front-end and a Web3 back-end—leveraging blockchain for an immutable "golden record," AI for automated document processing, and APIs to connect with legacy plumbing rather than replace it. Demystifying Tokenization: Turning the rights to real-world assets (like real estate, loans, or art) into digital tokens on a blockchain to securely verify ownership and distribute yield. Zult Impact & Partnerships: Zult Impact, which recently secured a partnership to build a loan loss reserve that protects investors and opens liquidity for community lenders. Founder Wisdom & Thick Skin: Real talk on why founders must remain anchored to real-world problems and prepare themselves for the uphill battle of raising capital as a diverse female founder. Navigating Changing Policy: Adapting to a landscape with "multiple referees" changing the rules mid-game, and why Zult holds itself to traditional capital market standards to protect users. About Arushi Sood Joshi Arushi Sood Joshi is a visionary fintech entrepreneur redefining how private markets embrace digital infrastructure. With over 25 years of experience building transformative financial products, she leads the charge in tokenizing real-world assets with privacy, compliance, and impact embedded at every layer. Arushi’s leadership is centered on creating technology that not only innovates but also safeguards and scales financial systems for the future. As CEO & Founder of Zult, Inc., Arushi has set out to rethink how private credit markets work. She has built a blockchain-based platform that bakes in compliance, privacy, and scalability from day one. Under her guidance, Zult has created a full tokenization infrastructure for real-world asset-backed securities, weaving KYC/AML checks and regulatory reporting right into smart contracts. Previously, Arushi served as Head of Distributed Ledger Technology and Digital Asset Center of Excellence at Wells Fargo, where she defined and delivered the bank’s DLT and asset tokenization strategy, built a digital asset prototype platform, championed regulatory compliance for crypto-asset reporting, and earned the 2023 Galileo Award for inventor achievements. She is also a frequent keynote speaker and recognized industry expert in technology innovation. Earlier, Arushi founded AtCash Inc., where she advised central banks on DLT and digital currency strategy, launched cutting-edge platforms for digital identity, eKYC, remote notarization, and implemented smart contracts that reduced trade contract review times from two weeks to two minutes. Her career also spans leadership roles at Mastercard and Visa, with notable achievements including launching the region’s first biometric card, doubling product portfolio revenue, and delivering multi-million-dollar cost savings through risk strategy and operational excellence across global markets. Arushi has consistently bridged business strategy, innovation, and regulation in complex environments, from North America to Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. She has launched more than 18 fintech products, built strategic alliances with ecosystem leaders like R3, Oracle, and IBM, and remains a fervent advocate for diversity, inclusion, and collaborative leadership. Based in Houston, Texas, Arushi holds an MBA from Bentley University, a Bachelor of Commerce from Osmania University, and serves as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA), championing the rights of children in foster care. Links from the Episode CONNECT WITH ARUSHI SOOD JOSHI: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arushisoodjoshi/ Website: zult.io ZULT LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zult-io/ CONNECT WITH BUTTERSCOTCH MEDIA: Website: butterscotch.media FinTech TV Network: https://fintech.tv/category/the-get-down-podcast-series/ Subscribe to Chews Tipsheet: butterscotch.media/subscribe Follow us on X: @butterscotch360

    31 min
  2. Advancing Policy to Catalyze Blockchain Solutions & Innovation

    Jun 9

    Advancing Policy to Catalyze Blockchain Solutions & Innovation

    In this episode of The Get Down: Beyond Bitcoin, host Cleve Mesidor sits down with Nilmini Rubin, Chief Policy Officer at Hedera and a seasoned Washington insider. With a career spanning the White House National Security Council, the U.S. Senate, and tech giants like Meta, Nilmini brings an elite policy perspective to the digital asset frontier. The conversation dives deep into how her background in global infrastructure and international finance shapes her work at Hedera, why enterprise-grade adoption is key to the network's decentralized vision, and what the shifting regulatory landscape means for crypto innovation through 2026 and beyond. All Things Butterscotch Host Cleve Mesidor shares an exciting milestone for the expanding Butterscotch Media universe: FinTech TV Partnership: The Get Down Beyond Bitcoin is officially bringing its high-impact conversations to FinTech TV’s newly launched podcast network, broadening its reach to an entirely new audience of financial innovators and digital asset leaders. Interview with Nilmini Rubin (Chief Policy Officer at Hedera) The Power Africa Connection: Nilmini describes how drafting the bipartisan Electrify Africa Act during her time on Capitol Hill opened her eyes to how energy constraints stifle local economies—and how Hedera’s ultra-low energy footprint ultimately drew her into the layer-1 ecosystem.Invisible Ubiquity: A breakdown of the big announcements from HederaCon in Miami, highlighting the new "Clipper" protocol innovation designed to pass information seamlessly across networks and foster true cross-chain interoperability.Enterprise Over Pilots: Inside Hedera's unique 39-member governing council and its major institutional additions—including FedEx utilizing the chain for tracking supply chains, alongside Accenture and McLaren Racing.Sizing Up the Shifting Bills: A real-time analysis of the Clarity Act moving through Senate Banking and Agriculture committees, and a look back at why the Genius Act proves bipartisan consensus is highly achievable on Capitol Hill.The 2026 Tax & Rulemaking Frontier: Why the conversation is quickly pivoting toward international tax parity with regions like the UK and Europe, alongside an inside look at the SEC and CFTC’s joint interpretation explicitly designating HBAR as a digital commodity.Leading with Learning: How her board position at the Blockchain Foundation guides local congressional briefings (featuring Reps. Young Kim and Joyce Beatty) to humanize Web3 policy and meet lawmakers exactly where they are.The Fountain of Youth: Nilmini drops her ultimate work-life balance hack—she is a competitive adult figure skater—explaining how she adapts sports psychology and rigorous muscle-memory routines to the frantic pace of 24/7 crypto regulation.About Nilmini Rubin, Chief Policy Officer, Hedera Nilmini Rubin has over 20 years experience in international technology, energy, and democracy policy and is Chief Policy Officer at Hedera. Previously, she lobbied on cybersecurity for the Information Technology Industry Council and contributed to Meta’s policy team. Nilmini led Tetra Tech’s global division implementing energy and internet projects that resulted in millions of people gaining access to electricity. She served as a senior aide at the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee and U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee where she spearheaded passage of legislation to provide electricity access in Africa, increase global internet access, and reduce corruption. As a Director at the White House’s National Security Council, Nilmini helped secure agreements on non-proliferation, international health, and foreign aid. She was named a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum, is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations, and an advisor to the Women's Democracy Network. Links from the episode CONNECT WITH NILMINI RUBIN: X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/nilminirubin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nilminirubin CONNECT WITH HEDERA: Website:https://hedera.com X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/hedera LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hedera-network CONNECT WITH BUTTERSCOTCH MEDIA: Website: butterscotch.media FinTech TV Network: https://fintech.tv/category/the-get-down-podcast-series/ Subscribe to Chews Tipsheet: butterscotch.media/subscribe Follow us on X: @butterscotch360

    33 min
  3. ‘Crypto Mom’, SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, is Also Industry’s Regulatory Architect

    May 26

    ‘Crypto Mom’, SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, is Also Industry’s Regulatory Architect

    In this episode of The Get Down: Beyond Bitcoin, host Cleve Mesidor sits down with two-term SEC Commissioner Hester M. Peirce—affectionately known as "Crypto Mom" and "Crypto's Architect"—for an engaging conversation. As Commissioner Peirce prepares to conclude her impactful tenure at the SEC later this year, she shares her unique origin story, vision for a digital asset regulatory framework, and insights regarding inter-agency harmonization between the SEC and CFTC. Commissioner Peirce is not just a champion of crypto, she also holds the industry accountable and advances sound guidance to build a stable industry.  This captivating discussion covers a variety of timely topics, including tokenization opportunities for smaller players, as well as advice for the crypto industry about how best to continue to advance crypto rulemaking going forward. Interview with SEC Commissioner Hester M. Peirce Commissioner Peirce discusses her regulatory journey since 2018, impending departure from the Commission, and enduring optimism for the transformative nature of the technology. Crypto Origin Story: How early conversations with Jerry Brito sparked an interest in blockchain technology before joining the SEC during pivotal market shifts.Regulatory Harmonization: A deep dive into harmonization efforts with the CFTC, building on previous work with former Commissioner Brian Quintenz to develop a coordinated strategy.Advice to Industry: Why builders should focus on solving real-world consumer/investor problems and build commercially viable products.Life After SEC: Plans to transition into teaching, while cheering on sound regulation from the sidelines.Memorable Milestones: Reflections and why meeting conviction-driven builders during market lows remains her favorite part of the job.Next Gen Crypto: Reflecting on how Gen Z will integrate blockchain technology, and a call to use crypto as a tool for societal unity rather than divisiveness.About SEC Commissioner Peirce Hester M. Peirce was appointed by President Donald J. Trump to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and was sworn in on January 11, 2018. Commissioner Peirce leads the SEC Crypto Task Force, which seeks to provide clarity on the application of the federal securities laws to the crypto asset market and to recommend practical policy measures that aim to foster innovation and protect investors. Prior to joining the SEC, Commissioner Peirce conducted research on the regulation of financial markets at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University. She was a Senior Counsel on the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, where she advised Ranking Member Richard Shelby and other members of the Committee on securities issues. Commissioner Peirce served as counsel to SEC Commissioner Paul S. Atkins. She also worked as a Staff Attorney in the SEC’s Division of Investment Management. Commissioner Peirce was an associate at Wilmer, Cutler & Pickering (now WilmerHale) and clerked for Judge Roger Andewelt on the Court of Federal Claims. Commissioner Peirce earned her bachelor’s degree in Economics from Case Western Reserve University and her JD from Yale Law School. Links from the episode CONNECT WITH COMMISSIONER HESTER PEIRCE: Website: www.sec.govCONNECT WITH BUTTERSCOTCH MEDIA: Website: butterscotch.mediaSubscribe to Chews Tipsheet: butterscotch.media/subscribeFollow us on X: @butterscotch360 CONNECT WITH BUTTERSCOTCH MEDIA: Website: butterscotch.media FinTech TV Network: https://fintech.tv/category/the-get-down-podcast-series/ Subscribe to Chews Tipsheet: butterscotch.media/subscribe Follow us on X: @butterscotch360

    20 min

  4. May 15 ·  Bonus

    butterscotch Media convenes a virtual session: “TRUST MEDIA.”

    Against the backdrop of the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner Weekend and National Financial Education Month, butterscotch Media convenes a virtual session: “TRUST MEDIA.” With a focus on digital finance, the forum explores issues around audience-trust and the impact and importance of niche media. The event features founders who are bridging the trust gap via newsletters, podcasts, and live journalism. Moderator Remy Blaire: News Anchor & Managing Editor at FinTech TVFeatured Panelists Stacey Rolland: Founder of Zero One Strategies & Publisher of the DC Decentralized and DC AI Decoded newslettersAaron Stanley: Founder of Promenade Advisory & Publisher of the Brazil Crypto ReportTheodora (Theo) Lau: Founder of Unconventional Ventures & Host of the One Vision PodcastMarisa “Ritzy” Estrada Rivera: Emerging Tech Strategist & Co-Host of The Get Down Beyond Bitcoin podcastCleve Mesidor: Founder of butterscotch Media & Executive Director of the Blockchain FoundationStacey Rolland, Founder, DC Decentralized Newsletter Stacey Rolland is a leading expert in emerging technology policy and strategy in Washington, DC. She is the founder of Zero One Strategies, a specialized government relations firm focused on emerging tech policy. Zero One Strategies website DC Decentralized - A weekly newsletter on developments in digital asset federal policy DC/ai Decoded - A weekly newsletter on developments in AI federal policy Aaron Stanley, Founder, Brazil Crypto Report Aaron Stanley is founder and CEO of Brazil Crypto Report, which is focused on the Brazil and LatAm ecosystems. https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronstanley27 Theodora Lau, Founder, Unconventional Ventures; Host of One Vision Podcast Theodora Lau is the founder of Unconventional Ventures, a public speaker, and an advisor. She is the author of Banking on (Artificial) Intelligence (2025), the co-author of The Metaverse Economy (2023) and Beyond Good (2021), and host of One Vision, a podcast on fintech and innovation. https://www.linkedin.com/in/theodoralau/  Fintech Prose newsletter (on LinkedIn) One Vision Podcast YouTube: Unconventional Ventures  Marisa “Ritzy” Estrada Rivera, Co-Host, The Get Down: Beyond Bitcoin Podcast Marisa Estrada Rivera, aka Ritzy P, is an emerging tech strategist, consultant, diversity advocate, and founder of Ritzy Periwinkle Consultancy and Zócalo — a multilingual platform in development dedicated to making emerging tech education accessible to underserved communities. https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritzyp/ The Get Down Beyond Bitcoin Podcast REAL TALK AI Farcaster Cleve Mesidor, Founder, butterscotch Media Cleve Mesidor is Executive Director of Blockchain Foundation. She is also Founder of butterscotch Media, a Forbes Contributor, and part of Money20/20's RiseUp network. https://www.linkedin.com/in/cmesi/ CONNECT WITH BUTTERSCOTCH MEDIA: Website: butterscotch.media FinTech TV Network: https://fintech.tv/category/the-get-down-podcast-series/ Subscribe to Chews Tipsheet: butterscotch.media/subscribe Follow us on X: @butterscotch360

    1h 4m
  5. A 360 View of Crypto Tax Policy with Sulolit “Raj” Mukherjee

    Apr 28

    A 360 View of Crypto Tax Policy with Sulolit “Raj” Mukherjee

    In this episode of The Get Down: Beyond Bitcoin, Ritzy P and Cleve Mesidor host a masterclass on digital asset taxation. The conversation features Sulolit "Raj" Mukherjee, Founder and CEO of Bodin Advisory LLC and former head of the IRS Office of Digital Assets. Raj provides a "360 view" of tax policy—bridging the gap between the US Treasury and decentralized finance. Raj explains why regulatory certainty is an asset for innovation. All Things Butterscotch Cleve Mesidor shares updates on the Butterscotch Media ecosystem and the importance of financial literacy. Financial Education Month: Why April’s focus is critical for the crypto space to move past "FOMO."Enterprise Blockchain: Insights on FedEx and Johnson & Johnson leveraging private blockchain for supply chain management.The Chews Tip Sheet: Updates on the weekly newsletter reaching over 10,000 subscribers.Interview with Raj Mukherjee Raj shares his journey from traditional finance to the center of US crypto policy efforts. The 1099-DA Framework: A deep dive into confusion surrounding new reporting requirements and why "cost basis" is more complex than traditional equities.Regulatory Arbitrage: The danger of the US failing to align with the OECD’s Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF).Prediction Markets: Upcoming research on regulatory treatment as they move mainstream.Embedded Compliance: Taxation logic built directly into blockchain code.Certainty as an Asset: Why jurisdictions pulling ahead are those with the clearest rules.About Raj Sulolit “Raj” Mukherjee is the Founder and CEO of Bodin Advisory LLC, a strategy consulting firm that helps Fintech, crypto, and emerging tech companies navigate global regulatory frameworks through policy, tax, and compliance advisory. Most recently, Raj served as Head of the IRS Office of Digital Assets, where he led the US Treasury's Digital Asset strategy through tax policy development and regulatory rulemaking. He co-authored the U.S. Treasury's Digital Asset Broker Regulations. Before his government service, Raj built tax and compliance functions at major blockchain and digital asset companies. As Global Head of Tax at ConsenSys, he managed the firm's domestic and international tax interests. Earlier, he held similar roles at Binance US and Coinbase. Raj came to crypto after 14+ years in traditional finance at JP Morgan, and HSBC, EY and KPMG. Raj is a member of the Forbes Business Council, a Policy Expert to Cambridge Digital Innovation for Regulation (CDIR), and an Ambassador at Global Business Blockchain Council (GBBC) and has been recognized by Forbes as an Asian American Crypto Leader to Watch (2023) and by Butterscotch Media as a DeFi & Web3 Changemaker to Watch (2025). Raj holds a J.D. from the University of Kansas School of Law and B.A. degrees in International Relations and English Literature from Washington College in Maryland. He splits his residence between Washington, D.C., and Madrid, Spain. Links from the episode CONNECT WITH RAJ MUKHERJEE: Website: www.bodin-advisory.comEmail: raj@bodinadvisory.ioCONNECT WITH BUTTERSCOTCH MEDIA: Website: butterscotch.mediaSubscribe to Chews Tipsheet: Subscribe HereFollow us on X: @butterscotch360 CONNECT WITH BUTTERSCOTCH MEDIA: Website: butterscotch.media FinTech TV Network: https://fintech.tv/category/the-get-down-podcast-series/ Subscribe to Chews Tipsheet: butterscotch.media/subscribe Follow us on X: @butterscotch360

    40 min
  6. DeFi, Regulation, and Risk: A Masterclass with Legal Eagle TuongVy "Vy" Le

    Apr 14

    DeFi, Regulation, and Risk: A Masterclass with Legal Eagle TuongVy "Vy" Le

    In this episode of The Get Down: Beyond Bitcoin, Ritzy P and Cleve Mesidor host TuongVy Le, General Counsel at Veda and former SEC official. They discuss bridging the gap between federal regulation and decentralized finance, moving past the "Degen phase" toward institutional-grade consumer protection. All Things Butterscotch Ecosystem Updates: Cleve Mesidor highlights the expansion of Butterscotch Media and the rise of niche, founder-led journalism.Events: A preview of the EVE Wealth Summit in Arizona and plans for Consensus 2026 in Miami.Real Talk AI: Ritzy P introduces her new virtual workshop focused on AI ethics and community education.Interview with TuongVy Le From SEC to Veda: TuongVy discusses her transition from SEC enforcement to building crypto infrastructure.DeFi Vaults: How Veda abstracts complexity into "Vaults," functioning as the on-chain equivalent of a 401k or ETF.Policy vs. Innovation: Using the "automobile analogy," she argues for policy centered on safety (seatbelts) rather than banning innovation.The Design Partner: Why modern crypto lawyers must help design products that earn the trust of both regulators and everyday users. About TuongVy TuongVy “Vy” Le is General Counsel at Veda, a crypto infrastructure company helping to make DeFi programmable and accessible for all. She has held senior legal and policy leadership roles across the crypto industry, including as General Counsel of Anchorage Digital, Partner and Head of Regulatory and Policy at Bain Capital’s crypto venture capital fund, and Deputy General Counsel and Compliance Officer at the digital identity company Worldcoin. Earlier in her career, Vy was Senior Counsel in the Enforcement Division and Chief Counsel of the Legislative Affairs Office at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, advising Congress on emerging financial markets and legislation. Vy has served on the CFTC digital assets advisory committee and on the boards of multiple blockchain policy associations, and began her career at the law firm WilmerHale LLP. She is a graduate of Yale Law School and speaks and writes frequently on how emerging technology can help modernize markets, including in Bloomberg, Fortune, Law360, and CoinDesk. She co-hosts the weekly crypto legal podcast “DEX in the City.” Links from the episode CONNECT WITH TuongVy Le: X (formerly Twitter): @TuongVyLe12LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/TuongVytle/DEX in the City: https://unchainedcrypto.com/dex-in-the-city/CONNECT WITH BUTTERSCOTCH MEDIA: Register for TRUST MEDIA: https://tr.ee/aYftUgRitzy P’s Real Talk AI: https://www.ritzyperiwinkle.com/realtalkaiWebsite: butterscotch.mediaSubscribe to Chews Tipsheet: https://butterscotch.media/subscribeFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/butterscotch360 CONNECT WITH BUTTERSCOTCH MEDIA: Website: butterscotch.media FinTech TV Network: https://fintech.tv/category/the-get-down-podcast-series/ Subscribe to Chews Tipsheet: butterscotch.media/subscribe Follow us on X: @butterscotch360

    46 min
  7. 2026 Crypto Policy Shifts and Scaling DeFi Infrastructure with Malik Corbett

    Mar 31

    2026 Crypto Policy Shifts and Scaling DeFi Infrastructure with Malik Corbett

    In this Season 2 premiere of The Get Down Beyond Bitcoin, host Ritzy P kicks off with a high-stakes look at the 2026 crypto landscape. The episode begins with a deep dive into Butterscotch Media’s second anniversary and the evolving state of digital asset regulation, followed by an interview with Malik Corbett, CEO of Hekaton, on the transition from traditional finance to decentralized innovation. Register for TRUST MEDIA: https://tr.ee/aYftUg All Things Butterscotch CEO Cleve Mesidor joins the show to discuss the growth of Butterscotch Media as a premier niche platform for policy and inclusion. The Trust Gap: Why niche media is overtaking legacy institutions in relevance and trust.2026 Policy Update: A breakdown of the Genius Act (Stablecoin Law) and the current battle in the Senate over market structure.The "Nerd Prom": Details on the upcoming Trust Media live journalism event in DC.Global Footprint: Insights from Davos 2026 and the rise of tokenization on the world stage.Interview with Malik Corbett (CEO of Hekaton) Malik shares his journey as an "Uber entrepreneur" and early DeFi pioneer, moving from a 15-year career at firms like Bloomberg and JP Morgan into the startup world. Defining DeFi: Malik provides a "one-minute definition" of DeFi as an alternative system that collapses the friction and costs of traditional intermediaries.The Atomic Vault System: An exclusive look at Hekaton’s new platform (launching Q2 2026) that allows users to earn yield through market-neutral strategies while maintaining self-custody.Founder Survival: Why "staying in the game" is the ultimate metric of success for minority founders in high-tech.The 2026 Forecast: A candid take on current macro forces, including persistent inflation and the urgent need for a Market Structure Bill before the 2026 midterm elections.About Malik Malik Corbett is the Co-founder and CEO of Hekaton, a proprietary trading company focused on digital assets. In addition to his technical duties as a quant engineer on the trading desk assisting the team in building trading infrastructure and strategies, Malik oversees the strategic and business direction of the firm. Malik’s career in finance has spanned over 15+ years, working for firms such as Bloomberg Financial, JP Morgan and MDSL. In 2014, Malik saw an emerging opportunity in the FinTech alternative data space; he joined iSentium as the Director of Sales where he led the company’s sales efforts. After working in the alternative data industry, Malik and Tynan Overstreet teamed up to form Hekaton. Malik brings a wealth of experience and technical skills along with strong leadership skills to help usher in the next generation financial trading firm. Links from the episode  CONNECT WITH Malik: X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/lionindayard LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/malik-corbett-4a83a513/ Hekaton: https://www.hekatontrading.com/ The Atomic Vault System: https://www.atomicvault.xyz/ CONNECT WITH BUTTERSCOTCH MEDIA: Register for TRUST MEDIA: https://tr.ee/aYftUg Check us out on our website butterscotch.media Subscribe to our weekly tipsheet Chews: https://butterscotch.media/subscribe Follow us on X:  https://twitter.com/butterscotch360 Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@butterscotchMedia CONNECT WITH BUTTERSCOTCH MEDIA: Website: butterscotch.media FinTech TV Network: https://fintech.tv/category/the-get-down-podcast-series/ Subscribe to Chews Tipsheet: butterscotch.media/subscribe Follow us on X: @butterscotch360

    51 min
  8. Crypto Regulation, Blockchain Advocacy & Women in Leadership with Kristin Smith

    05/06/2025

    Crypto Regulation, Blockchain Advocacy & Women in Leadership with Kristin Smith

    In this episode of The Get Down, we delve into the dynamic world of cryptocurrency policy and advocacy with Kristin Smith, a leading figure in the space. Cleve Mesidor, a longtime friend and collaborator of Kristin's, takes us on a journey through Kristin's impressive career, from her days on Capitol Hill to her pivotal roles as CEO of the Blockchain Association and soon-to-be President of the Solana Policy Institute.  Join us as we explore Kristin's vision for a balanced regulatory framework, her thoughts on women's leadership in the crypto industry, and some behind-the-scenes stories from her impactful career shaping the future of blockchain technology. Be sure to sign up for our newsletter, Chews!  Kristin Smith is CEO of the Blockchain Association, the Washington DC-based trade association representing more than 100 of the industry’s leading companies. Kristin serves as a liaison between policymakers and the cryptocurrency industry to assist in the creation of legislation and regulation that promotes the growth of the cryptocurrency ecosystem in the U.S. She is also a leading, public voice advocating for the cryptocurrency and blockchain industry through top-tier media interviews, op-eds and letters to the editor, and global speaking engagements. Kristin is a renowned voice for the industry, having been featured on Fortune’s 2020 40 under 40 list, CoinDesk’s 2021 50 people who defined the year in crypto, and CoinTelegraph’s 2022 top 100 Influencers in Crypto and Blockchain. We discuss: The impressive growth of The Blockchain Association since its inception.The importance of collaboration among agencies for effective advocacy in Washington.How highlighting leading women role models in the industry can inspire younger women in tech and finance.How balancing regulation and innovation is essential for the crypto ecosystem. Thanks for tuning in! To get the full scoop on creating a more inclusive Web3, DeFi, and Bitcoin space, make sure you catch every episode – we're packed with actionable tips and insights. If you found this episode valuable, spread the word and share it with someone who needs to hear this. Don't forget to follow, rate, and review our podcast on your favorite listening app – it helps us reach even more people who are passionate about building a better future for everyone in the crypto space. CONNECT WITH KRISTIN SMITH: X (formerly Twitter) LinkedIn The Blockchain Association CONNECT WITH BUTTERSCOTCH MEDIA: Check us out on our website butterscotch.media and subscribe to our newsletter Follow us on X @butterscotch360 Watch our content on YouTube CONNECT WITH BUTTERSCOTCH MEDIA: Website: butterscotch.media FinTech TV Network: https://fintech.tv/category/the-get-down-podcast-series/ Subscribe to Chews Tipsheet: butterscotch.media/subscribe Follow us on X: @butterscotch360

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Welcome to "The Get Down" - butterscotch Media's gateway to inclusion in Web3, DeFi, Bitcoin. This is the only show exclusively focused on the largest adopters of crypto. Hear from diverse founders, executives, officials as they discuss the latest in policy, industry trends, market research. Tune in as host Ritzy P gets down with fascinating pioneers, change-makers, luminaries in the cryptoverse. 

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    2024 - 2026
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