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- Jon Rice: "Tech bros aren't getting debanked!" - Beyond The Beat EP #25
Beyond the Beat begins to pivot! We've got a new format to our episodes, and it kicks off with the great Jon Rice.
From now on, my guests and I will each bring an article they found interesting during the week, and analyze it. Looking for clues in the writing, storytelling, and diving into what's shaping the narratives in crypto.
This week, Jon and I discuss an article from Unchained's Veronica Irwin about the upcoming SEC nomination, and an article about the debanking [so hot] topic.
We also dive into Jon's best and worst days while leading newsrooms.
Welcome into the new era of Beyond the Beat!
Episode chapters:
0:00 intro
2:45 I love how this article was written
6:33 Atkins VS Crenshaw - Will the Democrats get their SEC nominee?
10:48 Why do Elizabeth Warren and the Democratic party hate crypto
17:55 The story of Operation Chokepoint 2.0
26:00 Are crypto bros being debanked?
31:53 Why is information being redacted from us?
36:01 From EIC at CoinTelegraph to the crypto private sector
42:03 My worst and best days working in the media
51:17 Book recommendations
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58 min - Joon Ian Wong: "No-one is even talking about blockchain, not crypto" - Beyond The Beat EP #24
Joon is the founder of Cryptographic Media and was one of the first journalists to join CoinDesk.
This week, Pedro Solimano chats to Joon about crypto's dominating narrative and how they're falling apart. The two dive into Malaysia's HUGE crypto scene, and how tariffs are shaping crypto economics.
Imagine getting emails from the Ethereum Foundation and saying "What sort of scam is this?" That's just one of the stories Joon's shares from CoinDesk back in the day.
Episode chapters:
- 0:00 intro
- 1:36 Geopolitics and the crypto industry
- 6:59 Nobody talks about Malaysia's footprint in crypto
- 8:32 Regions that don't matter enough for the media
- 13:00 Internet's role in the media
- 15:17 Being a part in CoinDesk's debut
- 21:54 I was interested in bitcoin's early-day aspects
- 25:50 Bitcoin's narrative didn't evolve at all
- 28:10 Memecoins are just another way to quickly mint tokens
- 31:33 Bitcoin's Blocksize War: journalist's POV
- 37:01 Professional (and neutral) watchers
- 38:47 Journalist's thoughts on crypto public relations
- 43:05 Automation in a journalism workload management
- 49:08 How important are conferences in Web3?
- 56:40 Book recommendations
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1 hr 2 min - How do you write a book about Bitcoin and China? Roger Huang tells all - Beyond The Beat EP #23
Roger Huang is the author of "Would Mao Hold Bitcoin" and a Forbes contributor. He has been writing about Bitcoin since early 2014.
In episode 23, Pedro Solimano talks to Roger about his recent visit to El Salvador. He draws back the curtain, and tells his boots-on-the-ground experience in Bitcoin country! We dive into NOSTR, why the media is fading into a truly decentralized social media platform, and of course, his book!
Bitcoin meets China. An invigorating read on one of the world's most overlooked early-day Bitcoin countries.
Episode chapters:
- 0:00 intro
- 1:13 Is El Salvador a true bitcoin country?
- 3:48 They love Nayib Bukele
- 7:39 People are still learning how to use bitcoin in El Salvador
- 11:03 Who are you? Forbes contributor Roger Huang
- 17:32 Nostr - The bitcoin maxi social media network
- 26:43 Crypto needs better interface - Decentralised social media
- 30:57 Communities on Nostr are more libertarian
- 35:43 I follow news by specific crypto reporters
- 41:40 The story of "Would Mao Hold Bitcoin?"
- 53:47 Publishing a book of your own
- 1:03:39 Book recommendations
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1 hr 14 min - How To Build a Web3 Media Company (And Actually Do It!) With Zack Guzman - Beyond The Beat EP #22
This is one of the few times I've actually seen a project go full Web3.
We kick off the conversation talking about the Trump victory, what's in store for crypto now, and the US keeping its potential dominance over the world economy.
Then Zack and I dive into Coinage's unique community-owned model, and what it means for a world severely desiring trust. Transparency, accountability, and Zack's fresh take on the industry!
A banger all around.
Episode chapters:
- 0:00 intro
- 1:40 Is Trump good for crypto? Crypto acceptence in the US
- 5:08 Crypto media is too focues on Trump
- 9:33 The media's trust and bias issue
- 14:55 Monetization of web3 news
- 20:22 Crypto media is a pay to play thing
- 24:46 The shortening attention spans
- 29:03 web3 content creation
- 34:04 Put crypto in the back end - The Polymarket way
- 42:25 The state of crypto in 2024
- 48:25 Book recommendations
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55 min - Why Web3 Won't Save Journalism With Isabelle Castro - Beyond The Beat EP #21
Isabelle Castro is the Future of Finance reporter at Digital Frontier.
Today, Pedro Solimano talks to Isa about the intersection of technology and society. they kick it off about having a print magazine in today's hyper digitalized world, and discuss how DF is exploring the opportunities technology presents (if it does...).Isabelle shares her pragmatic approach to crypto, emphasizing the importance of real-world use cases and the potential for blockchain to enhance journalism through censorship resistance.How do we maintain attention in a world with a crisis of concentration? Find out!Episode chapters:- 0:00 intro
- 3:32 Pro Web3, not crypto
- 5:11 I'm interested in the impact of the tech
- 9:18 Web3 journalism isn't Web3 enough
- 12:19 Web3 isn't only for monetization, but also for resisting censorship
- 15:57 Is journalism doing its job well?
- 18:18 Having a print magazine as a part of delivering news
- 25:26 The evolution of media and journalism
- 31:07 Human journalists VS AI
- 37:59 Where do you source your stories
- 40:35 What I enjoy reporting about
- 44:18 Can you be private online?
- 48:01 Book recommendations
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Olivia Capozzalo and Pedro Solimano go deep into her story in crypto media and how she views the whole mess of it. They explore the current state of crypto media, the balance between traffic and reputation, and the evolving models of content consumption in the digital age.
Olivia discusses the evolution of crypto media, emphasizing the importance of building an in-house research and analysis team to create insightful content rather than just reporting news. Capitalism or just bad incentives? How do we fund stories? And...
Olivia is an advisor to The Grand Timeline, former Editor-in-Chief of crypto news, head of content for OKX, and Editor-in-Chief and news editor at CoinTelegraph.
Wen crypto-native media?
Episode chapters:
- 0:00 intro
- 1:28 The Grand Timeline - an objective crypto timeline
- 7:18 Crypto media's different types of content
- 13:53 Motivation to educate the readers
- 16:28 Innovation in crypto media outlets
- 23:20 Models of data consumption
- 26:48 The bad incentive of traffic
- 29:01 Crypto doesn't need "just" another crypto media company
- 35:35 What I don't like about crypto media (ACJR shoutout)
- 41:30 What I like about crypto media
- 48:41 The need for hyper local media
- 53:41 Should news be free? On web3 subscription models
- 1:10:32 Bounties, grants, and ZachXBT
- 1:19:21 Book recommendations
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1 hr 29 min - Inside The Head of an Adversarial Journalist with David Canellis - Beyond The Beat Ep #19
David Canellis is an editor at Blockworks and longstanding adversarial thinker when it comes to crypto. In Episode #19, Pedro Solimano and David Canellis discuss the challenges of virality, and the importance of building a dedicated audience.
David shares his journey from a crypto trader to a prominent writer and editor in the crypto media space, highlighting the disconnect between mainstream media and the crypto community. Clickbait vs informative, long-term commitment, and where are the f#$king LOLs in media?
Episode chapters:
- 0:00 intro
- 2:56 You never know what's going to be viral
- 7:38 Clickbait titles aren't a bad thing
- 9:22 Own and building your audience
- 15:54 Becoming the editor of Blockworks
- 19:52 Launching Protos - A critic to the crypto industry
- 23:12 Trust in mainstream media
- 26:20 Believing in crypto and reporting about it
- 31:22 Opinionated news - Finding the sweet spot
- 35:50 Journalism tips from an editor
- 41:26 How to get into writing
- 47:40 Book recommendations
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54 min - Confessions of a Crypto Culture Writer With Erika Lee - Beyond The Beat Ep #18
Erika is a freelance journalist who covers digital art, NFTs, and crypto. She works at Decrypt, and was until recently a Senior Editor at NFT Now. She's a University of Southern California alum and has reported for Business Insider, CBS News, Glamour, and more.
In episode #18 of Beyond the Beat, Erika and I explore the integration of AI tools in writing processes, the importance of personal narratives in journalism, and the cultural implications of meme coins in the crypto space.
Want to improve your writing? We share some of our secrets, unique approaches, and how to use personal experiences in story telling. Cults, shared beliefs, freelancing, and how video is killing the journo star.
Episode chapters:
- 0:00 intro
- 2:05 Can AI replace journalists?
- 9:03 How do you find a story to cover
- 11:20 Write drunk, edit sober
- 17:19 Opinionated news - articles with a personal touch
- 21:49 Covering crypto’s culture side
- 23:46 Memecoins' part in crypto - is it a cult?
- 29:35 Communities in crypto media
- 35:12 Freelance writers aren’t paid enough
- 39:45 Video could replace written content
- 42:01 Bringing back investigative journalism to crypto
- 45:00 ZachXBT and the donations business model
- 49:00 Book recomondations
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55 min - Crypto Media Has Become a Race To The Bottom with Mitchell Moos
In episode #17, Pedro Solimano interviews Mitchell Moos, former CEO of Crypto Briefing. They discuss the challenges of crypto journalism, including the commodification of news, the role of AI, and the importance of traffic analytics.
Mitchell highlights the economic struggles of investigative journalism, the lack of brand loyalty, and the career shifts journalists make—often to PR—due to financial pressures. They also explore how AI is reshaping the industry, the decline of print, and the need for new journalists to become subject matter experts.
Are you ready?
Takeaways:
- Crypto media operates more like a commodity than a product.
- AI adoption in media can provide a competitive edge.
- Traffic analytics are crucial for successful news production.
- Investigative journalism faces significant economic challenges.
- Sustainable media models are hard to establish in crypto.
- Journalists often work out of passion rather than profit.
Episode chapters:
0:00 intro
0:55 The state of crypto media - Loyalty, Google search and AI
3:44 From firefighter to crypto journalist
7:10 Why I loved covering crypto mining news
8:42 Is Bitmain a threat to the mining industry?
11:25 Traffic is king
13:06 Monetizing in-depth investigations
16:46 Legal repercussions of reporting news
17:50 Becoming the CEO of Crypto Briefing
23:56 Accuracy vs speed in reporting
25: 38 Social media is changing the news landscape
27:24 Financials of media outlets
30:44 Media outlets need to adapt to social media platforms
33:16 Tips for the newcomer journalist and content creator
37:52 Skills of a media outlet CEO
40:02 AI will disrupt written content - Risks and threats
48:48 Book recommendations
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53 min - Tech To Truth: Sam Kessler on the Ethics and Investigations Driving Crypto
In episode #of 16 Beyond the Beat, Pedro interviews Sam Kessler, Deputy Managing Editor at CoinDesk, discussing his journey from tech to journalism, the intricacies of writing headlines, and the challenges of investigative reporting in the crypto space.
They delve into the EigenLabs investigation, the ethics of journalism, and the pervasive conflicts of interest within the industry. Sam shares insights on the importance of transparency in media and the evolving landscape of crypto journalism, emphasizing the need for deeper understanding of blockchain technology among journalists.
Takeaways
- Sam transitioned from tech to journalism during COVID.
- Writing a good lead is often harder than the article itself.
- Investigative journalism in crypto is both exciting and challenging.
- Ethics in journalism require clear communication with sources.
- The EigenLabs investigation highlighted conflicts of interest in crypto.
- Transparency in media is crucial for credibility.
- Crypto journalism needs more on-chain investigations.
- Credulousness in reporting can lead to misinformation.
- The narrative-driven nature of crypto can skew perceptions.
- Reading science fiction can inspire creative thinking in journalism.
Episode chapters:
- 00:00 From Tech to Journalism: Sam's Journey
- 02:55 The Art of Headlines and Leads
- 06:00 Investigative Reporting in Crypto
- 10:55 From CNN to Crypto Journalism - Lessons and Differences
- 14:47 Ins and Outs Of Being a Journalist
- 21:23 The EigenLabs Investigation: A Deep Dive
- 28:38 Conflicts of Interest in Crypto
- 32:27 The Role of Media in Shaping Narratives
- 35:46 We Need More On-Chain-Based News
- 37:42 On Embargoes and Reporting Opinions vs Facts
- 41:16 Crypto Is All About Narratives
- 45:45 Book Recommendations
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