Future Signal

Jarrett Carpenter
Future Signal

Future Signal is a podcast by Jarrett Carpenter. Web - https://www.futuresignal.xyz Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/futuresignalpod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/futuresignalpod LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-signal-pod/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@futuresignalpod

  1. E017 - Crypto Is Life | Jon Grinnell On Working At Coinbase, The Potential For A Bitcoin Strategic Reserve & Why The Future Of Finance Is On Chain

    1 DAY AGO

    E017 - Crypto Is Life | Jon Grinnell On Working At Coinbase, The Potential For A Bitcoin Strategic Reserve & Why The Future Of Finance Is On Chain

    In this Future Signal episode, Jon Grinnell, a seasoned crypto industry expert, joins Jarrett Carpenter for a deep dive into the evolving landscape of crypto, Bitcoin, industry regulation, and wealth management. They discuss John’s experience at Coinbase, how corporate culture is adapting to cryptocurrency, and the shifting political and regulatory environment impacting the industry.Key topics include Bitcoin adoption trends, the possibility of a U.S. Bitcoin strategic reserve, and how real estate is losing its dominance as a wealth store in favor of digital assets. They also explore the challenges of educating the next generation on financial literacy in a crypto-driven world and navigating relationships in an economy increasingly shaped by blockchain technology.This episode offers valuable insights into the future of money, investing, and economic transformation—don't miss it! Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/B5gE3CrQTUAEPISODE CHAPTERS 00:00 - Episode Intro 01:51 - Working At Coinbase 03:28 - Working On Crypto University 04:13 - Crazy Year of 2022 For Crypto / Working At Coinbase 05:15 - Not Everyone Who Works In Crypto Is In Crypto 05:58 - How Many Coinbase Employees Did Jon Help To Educate On Crypto? 06:45 - % Of People That Understand The Tech 08:00 - % Of People At Coinbase That Are Crypto Forward 10:35 - Crypto Regulations Updates 13:10 - How Is Crypto Regulation Evolving In 2025 Post Chokepoint 2.0 15:35 - Is Crypto Getting Too Politicized? 19:30 - Bullish Bitcoin Signals To Look Out For (Strategic Bitcoin Reserve) 25:35 - Younger People Shifting To Bitcoin From Real Estate 30:20 - How Does Jon Teach Crypto To His Children? 35:35 - What Weird Moments Do Y'all Have With Other Couples As 2 Crypto Natives? 41:30 - What Was The Orange Pill Moment For Jon? Where Did you Get Orange Pilled? 43:50 - What Makes Bitcoin Special 46:50 - Where Does Jon Engage Daily With Crypto?Jon's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jongrinnellsf/Jon on X - https://x.com/jkg_eth Future Signal is a podcast hosted and produced by Jarrett Carpenter that explores tomorrow’s tech today via guest interviews All of Future Signal’s content is not financial advice but rather edu-tainment.  All of our episodes are available on YT as well as wherever you listen to podcasts. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/futuresignalpod/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/futuresignalpod LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-signal-pod/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@futuresignalpod Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/futuresignalpod For more info on the podcast, please check out https://www.futuresignal.xyz/ To learn more about Future Signal’s Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

    53 min
  2. E016 - How Rare Is Owning 1 Bitcoin? With Jarrett Carpenter

    4 DAYS AGO

    E016 - How Rare Is Owning 1 Bitcoin? With Jarrett Carpenter

    In this episode of Future Signal, Jarrett explores the rarity of owning one Bitcoin, revealing that only about 992k wallets hold one Bitcoin or more, making it an exceedingly rare asset.He discusses the implications of this rarity in relation to the global population and predicts that by 2040, the number of wallets holding one Bitcoin may drop significantly due to increasing institutional adoption and rising prices. Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/Q4sxLS9t78kEPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 - Episode Intro00:22 - Comment Driven Episode 00:50 - How Many Wallets Have More Than 1 Bitcoin?02:10 - How Rare It Is To Own 1 Bitcoin05:56 - Owning 1 Bitcoin Is The Holy Grail Of Digital ScarcityFollow Jarrett on X - https://x.com/jcrpntrFuture Signal is a podcast hosted and produced by Jarrett Carpenter that explores tomorrow’s tech today via guest interviewsAll of Future Signal’s content is not financial advice but rather edu-tainment. All of our episodes are available here on YT as well as wherever you listen to podcasts.Follow us on Social Media :X - https://www.twitter.com/morethanblckchnInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/futuresignalpod/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/futuresignalpodLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-signal-pod/Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/futuresignalpodFor more info on the podcast, please check out https://www.futuresignal.xyz/Episode’s music by @Txmmy_Beats - https://www.youtube.com/c/TxmmyBeatsTo learn more about Future Signal’s Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

    7 min
  3. E015 - Why 99% Of People Will Never Own 0.1 Bitcoin With Jarrett Carpenter

    FEB 23

    E015 - Why 99% Of People Will Never Own 0.1 Bitcoin With Jarrett Carpenter

    It's simple, if you can acquire 0.1 Bitcoin, you will be part of an elite club of fewer than 0.0005% of people in the world. Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/sW-Ht6aIza4In this episode, Jarrett Carpenter explores the reasons why 99% of people will never own 0.1 Bitcoin. He discusses the impact of fear, uncertainty, and doubt (FUD) on public perception of Bitcoin, the economic barriers that prevent individuals from investing, and the implications of digital scarcity. The conversation also delves into global income disparities and how they affect access to Bitcoin, as well as current statistics on Bitcoin ownership. Ultimately, Jarrett emphasizes the urgency of investing in Bitcoin as its value continues to rise.Key Takeaways:- 99% of people will never own 0.1 Bitcoin.- FUD significantly impacts people's investment decisions.- Economic barriers prevent many from investing in Bitcoin.- Only 41% of Americans can afford a $1,000 emergency expense.- Digital scarcity makes Bitcoin increasingly valuable.- There will only ever be 21 million Bitcoins available.- 4.5 million wallets hold more than 0.1 Bitcoin.- Owning 0.1 Bitcoin places you in the top 1% of holders.- The Bitcoin FOMO cycle drives demand and price increases.- Investing in Bitcoin requires early action and sacrifice.EPISODE CHATPERS00:00 - Intro00:15 - 3 Reasons Why People Will Likely Never Own 0.1 Bitcoin00:44 - Lack Of Conviction Cycle01:25 - FUD's Role In The Cycle02:36 - Macro & Micro Economic Reasons5:10 - How Many People Could DCA $100 Weekly Into BTC09:14 - If You DCA $100 Weekly Into BTC, How Long Til 0.1 Bitcoin?13:49 - Breaking Down Bitcoin's Scarcity14:41 - Bitcoin's Distribution16:00 - Bitcoin In Circulation17:50 - How Many Wallets Have More Than 0.1 Bitcoin18:42 - If You Have 0.1 Bitcoin, You're In The 0.001% 20:24 - Bitcoin FOMO CycleFollow Jarrett on X - https://x.com/jcrpntr Future Signal is a podcast hosted and produced by Jarrett Carpenter that explores tomorrow’s tech today via guest interviews All of Future Signal’s content is not financial advice but rather edu-tainment.  All of our episodes are available on YT as well as wherever you listen to podcasts. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/futuresignalpod/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/futuresignalpod LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-signal-pod/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@futuresignalpod Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/futuresignalpod For more info on the podcast, please check out https://www.futuresignal.xyz/ To learn more about Future Signal’s Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

    23 min
  4. E014 - Exploring AI's Impact On Journalism, Media, The Film Industry & UBI With Andy Bryant

    FEB 17

    E014 - Exploring AI's Impact On Journalism, Media, The Film Industry & UBI With Andy Bryant

    Andy Bryant joins Jarrett Carpenter to explore the rapid evolution of AI, its ethical challenges, and its impact on journalism, media, and creative industries. They discuss how AI models are trained, the risks of copyright infringement, and the rise of advanced models like DeepSeek. Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/O8AFTsipa-QKey topics include include the following and more:- AI is evolving at an unprecedented pace, outpacing even Bitcoin.- The ethical implications of AI training data are significant and unresolved.- Copyright infringement is a major concern in AI development.- Quality journalism is threatened by the rise of AI-generated content.- The future of media may see a shift towards individual content creators.- AI models are trained on vast amounts of data, often without clear attribution.- The technology behind video AI models involves complex processes like diffusion.- Human contributions to AI are often overlooked in discussions about its capabilities.- The accessibility of content creation is increasing, but quality may suffer.- The parable of Stone Soup illustrates the relationship between AI and human input. AI movies will likely have their own Oscar category by 2030.- The creative industry is facing challenges due to AI's influence.- DeepSeek represents a significant advancement in AI technology.- Many people unknowingly interact with AI in their daily lives.- The need for a safety net is becoming increasingly important.- Job displacement due to AI is a real concern.- Billionaires are unlikely to voluntarily share their wealth.- AI's impact on jobs is already being felt in various sectors.- Understanding AI's role in our lives is crucial for future adaptation.- The conversation around Universal Basic Income is gaining traction.EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 - Episode Intro (Andy's Back)01:52 - Where Do LLMs Get Their Data?11:34 - The Internet Is Pushing Back Against LLM Data Collection15:44 - AI's Impact On The Integrity Of Journalism & Digital Media20:24 - Where Are LLMs Getting Data For Video & How Does AI Video Work?28:40 - Don't Sleep On Google AI Models31:50 - Humans Only Exist To Train Data Sets (The New Matrix)32:47 - The Fable Of Stone Soup36:14 - By 2030 There Will Be An AI Only Category At The Oscars41:22 - Andy Weighs In On DeepSeek46:47 - Are We Early To AI Or Not? % Of People Who Have Interacted With AI?53:45 - What Are The AI LLMs That Andy Uses Most Often?56:20 - How Could UBI Supplement AI Job LossAndy's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andymbryant/ Future Signal is a podcast hosted and produced by Jarrett Carpenter that explores tomorrow’s tech today via guest interviews All of Future Signal’s content is not financial advice but rather edu-tainment.  All of our episodes are available on YT as well as wherever you listen to podcasts. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/futuresignalpod/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/futuresignalpod LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-signal-pod/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@futuresignalpod Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/futuresignalpod For more info on the podcast, please check out https://www.futuresignal.xyz/To learn more about Future Signal’s Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

    1h 4m
  5. E013 - Part 2 - Jon Ruth On Crypto & UBI In A Post USAID Global Aid & Development World

    FEB 14

    E013 - Part 2 - Jon Ruth On Crypto & UBI In A Post USAID Global Aid & Development World

    In this episode, Join Jarrett Carpenter and John Ruth as they explore how cryptocurrency and blockchain technology are transforming the future of global aid and nonprofit funding. With the seeming death of traditional support systems like USAID, they discuss innovative solutions such as peer-to-peer donations, impact certificates, and the use of digital assets like Bitcoin to establish strategic reserves.The conversation dives into:- The inefficiencies of traditional aid systems and how blockchain ensures transparency.- The potential of AI-driven strategies to revolutionize nonprofit funding.- How Universal Basic Income (UBI) could address job displacement from technological advancements.-The role of WorldCoin and its implications for equitable UBI models.Discover how crypto and AI are shaping the future of global impact and creating fairer, more efficient systems in a rapidly evolving economic landscape.EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 - Episode Intro00:26 - Life After USAID - How Could Crypto, Bitcoin and Blockchain Fill The Void?14:53 - The Future Of International Charity & Doing Good Is Crypto Driven25:00 - Nonprofits & Bitcoin Reserves33:20 - Nonprofits & INGOs Can Save Billions Using Crypto For Global Payments36:12 - Momas Collective - Non-Doxxed Web3 Funding41:45 - Be The First 501c3 With A Bitcoin Reserve42:45 - The Future Of Wealth Is In Crypto, So Will The Donations45:00 - How Does The Macro Positivity From TradFi & Government Impact Web3 Doing Good?49:00 - AI Agents Doing Good In The World58:47 - UBI, How Will It Work? How Will It Impact People?A little more about Jon:He has over 15 years of experience developing, managing, and constructing over 400MW of C&I and utility-scale solar projects. He has also been on the nonprofit United Solar Initiative board for six years. Since 2016, Jon has been involved in cryptocurrency, including mining various cryptocurrencies.For 20+ years, Jon has studied climate change and has a passion for building sustainable solutions to one of the most significant challenges humanity faces. Jon is building his legacy by making the maximum impact possible in the fight against climate change.Crypto Is Enhancing Solar Projects & Savings Circles In The Global South With Jon Ruth, Part 1 - https://youtu.be/pk46i1OuhYgJon's First Appearance - Episode 101 - https://youtu.be/tI0XIBDkrhkThe Solar Foundation website - ⁠https://www.solarfoundation.xyz/⁠The Solar Foundation X Account - ⁠https://twitter.com/Solar_FND⁠The Solar Foundation LinkedIn - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/solar-foundation/⁠Climate Coordination Network Website - https://climatecoordination.org/Jon's X Account - ⁠https://twitter.com/jhruth⁠Jon's LinkedIn Account - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonruth/ Future Signal is a podcast hosted and produced by Jarrett Carpenter that explores tomorrow’s tech today via guest interviews All of Future Signal’s content is not financial advice but rather edu-tainment.  All of our episodes are available on YT as well as wherever you listen to podcasts. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/futuresignalpod/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/futuresignalpod LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-signal-pod/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@futuresignalpod Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/futuresignalpod For more info on the podcast, please check out https://www.futuresignal.xyz/To learn more about Future Signal’s Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

    1h 14m
  6. E012 - Part 1 - How Crypto Is Enhancing Solar Projects & Savings Circles In The Global South With Jon Ruth

    FEB 10

    E012 - Part 1 - How Crypto Is Enhancing Solar Projects & Savings Circles In The Global South With Jon Ruth

    In this episode, John Ruth joins Jarrett Carpenter to dive deep into the transformative power of blockchain technology, decentralized finance (DeFi), and crypto solutions in empowering communities across the Global South. Learn about the Solar Foundation's innovative projects, tackling real-world challenges like financial inclusion, climate change, and the onboarding of underserved communities to crypto.EPISODE CHATPERS00:00 - Episode Intro02:08 - Jon's Work Update10:54 - How To Onboard People Into Crypto In The Global South20:00 - How Crypto Improves Upon Age-Old Savings Circles 26:28 - Building Your Onchain Financial Reputation Will Be Massive32:00 - Who Will Win The Race To The Masses - Defi Degens or TradFi Suits?39:00 - How Do You Navigate Ownership Within Social Global Projects47:50 - What Is The Climate Coordination Network? 01:02:20 - Future Of Aid After USAID?STAY TUNED FOR PART 2 EPISODE MAIN THEMES - The rise of on-chain reputation systems and their potential to revolutionize local finance. - How traditional finance (TradFi) stacks up against decentralized finance (DeFi). - The importance of trust-building and education in adopting blockchain technology. - Creative solutions for improving crypto wallet ownership in underserved regions. - The future of global aid as USAID evolves, highlighting the need for decentralized funding models. - The role of organizations like the Climate Coordination Network in funding impactful, sustainable projects.If you're passionate about the future of finance, climate-focused blockchain innovations, or empowering communities through technology, this episode is a must-listen. A little more about Jon:He has over 15 years of experience developing, managing, and constructing over 400MW of C&I and utility-scale solar projects. He has also been on the nonprofit United Solar Initiative board for six years. Since 2016, Jon has been involved in cryptocurrency, including mining various cryptocurrencies.For 20+ years, Jon has studied climate change and has a passion for building sustainable solutions to one of the most significant challenges humanity faces. Jon is building his legacy by making the maximum impact possible in the fight against climate change.Jon's First Appearance - Episode 101 - https://youtu.be/tI0XIBDkrhkThe Solar Foundation website - ⁠https://www.solarfoundation.xyz/⁠The Solar Foundation X Account - ⁠https://twitter.com/Solar_FND⁠The Solar Foundation LinkedIn - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/solar-foundation/⁠Climate Coordination Network Website - https://climatecoordination.org/Jon's X Account - ⁠https://twitter.com/jhruth⁠Jon's LinkedIn Account - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonruth/ Future Signal is a podcast hosted and produced by Jarrett Carpenter that explores tomorrow’s tech today via guest interviews All of Future Signal’s content is not financial advice but rather edu-tainment.  All of our episodes are available on YT as well as wherever you listen to podcasts. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/futuresignalpod/ Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/futuresignalpod LinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-signal-pod/ YouTube -https://www.youtube.com/@futuresignalpod Twitch -https://www.twitch.tv/futuresignalpod For more info on the podcast, please check outhttps://www.futuresignal.xyz/ To learn more about Future Signal’s Host -https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

    1h 10m
  7. E011 - The Most Common Bitcoin Question I Get | "How Much Bitcoin Do I Need?" With Jarrett Carpenter

    FEB 3

    E011 - The Most Common Bitcoin Question I Get | "How Much Bitcoin Do I Need?" With Jarrett Carpenter

    This is one of the most common questions that I get, right about daily now, on Bitcoin, and so I thought I'd create a short episode and address this. Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/0M7TGL2_EE0 Jarrett's X - https://x.com/jcrpntr Future Signal is a podcast hosted and produced by Jarrett Carpenter that explores tomorrow’s tech today via guest interviews All of Future Signal’s content is not financial advice but rather edu-tainment.  All of our episodes are available on YT as well as wherever you listen to podcasts. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/futuresignalpod/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/futuresignalpod LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-signal-pod/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@futuresignalpod Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/futuresignalpod For more info on the podcast, please check out https://www.futuresignal.xyz/

    9 min
  8. E010 - How Crypto Is Transforming Tomorrow In Emerging Markets With Ken Kou From Mercy Corps Ventures

    JAN 27

    E010 - How Crypto Is Transforming Tomorrow In Emerging Markets With Ken Kou From Mercy Corps Ventures

    In this episode, Jarrett Carpenter welcomes Ken Kou from Mercy Corps Ventures to discuss the evolution of the Crypto for Good Fund and its impact on emerging markets. They explore how blockchain technology enhances financial inclusion in regions like Africa, Asia, and Latin America, including real-world applications such as a savings product for unbanked individuals in Cameroon. The conversation delves into anticipatory action in humanitarian aid, the role of smart contracts, and the implications of tokenization for global financial access. They address wealth inequality, the future of crypto investment in emerging markets, and the importance of long-term thinking in the sector. Ken also explains decentralized physical infrastructure (D-PIN) and its role in humanitarian efforts like water access projects. The discussion highlights the growth of crypto in aid delivery, challenges in converting crypto to fiat, and the importance of user experience in crypto applications. Kou emphasizes that nonprofits should prioritize solving problems over focusing on technology, advocating for a user-friendly approach to crypto adoption. Watch On YouTube - https://youtu.be/7tJ-vnQxNP0 EPISODE CHAPTERS 00:00 - Episode Intro 02:53 - Where Did The Time Go Since Our First Episode? (link below) 03:36 - What Mercy Corps Ventures Has Been Building In The Bear Market 05:20 - Reflecting On The Moment Right Now In Crypto 07:27 - Diving Into Mercy Corps Ventures' Crypto For Good Fund 08:28 - Cameroon Savings Project With Crypto 13:25 - Anticipatory Action With Crypto 21:00 - Exploring Global Tokenization of Assets 26:10 - Analyzing Mercy Corps Ventures' Portfolio & Focus 32:00 - DePin's Potential 35:09 - Crypto For Good's Fund's Focus - Humanitarian Aid Delivery 39:50 - Mercy Corps' Interest In Crypto 44:55 - On/Off Ramps Are Biggest Challenges In Crypto 49:30 - Crypto Has a UX Problem 50:50 - Tips On Deploying Smart Contracts 52:20 - DeFAI 53:46 - How Best To Articulate What web3/Crypto Is Check Out Episode 66 With Ken On Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/10PXM7uFKfU1Uchchu4oEJ?si=s98bZp97Tc-IkmXVAeg8rg Check Out Episode 66 With Ken On YouTube - https://youtu.be/ujpalo6f9R0?si=4yoh7cdbocSNXU_q Check Out Episode 66 With Ken On Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e66-ken-kou-on-leveraging-blockchain-with-mercy-corps/id1518312181?i=1000604064172 Ken's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennethkou/ Mercy Corps Ventures' Website - https://medium.com/mercy-corps-social-venture-fund MCV' Anticipatory Action Accelerator - https://medium.com/mercy-corps-social-venture-fund/anticipatory-action-accelerator-expanding-the-innovation-frontier-for-humanitarian-aid-026319f845c0 Future Signal is a podcast hosted and produced by Jarrett Carpenter that explores tomorrow’s tech today via guest interviews All of Future Signal’s content is not financial advice but rather edu-tainment.  All of our episodes are available on YT as well as wherever you listen to podcasts. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/futuresignalpod/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/futuresignalpod LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-signal-pod/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@futuresignalpod Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/futuresignalpod For more info on the podcast, please check out https://www.futuresignal.xyz/To learn more about Future Signal’s Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

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Future Signal is a podcast by Jarrett Carpenter. Web - https://www.futuresignal.xyz Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/futuresignalpod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/futuresignalpod LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-signal-pod/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@futuresignalpod

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  • Creator
    Jarrett Carpenter
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    155
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Jarrett Carpenter
  • Show Website
    Future Signal

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