Answering some of the wildest questions the boys can find. Also getting serious about life sometimes. Basically just all over the place but come check it out we won't disappoint.
…
continue reading
Where Wesam has great talks with great people.
…
continue reading
The Law of Code podcast focuses on the legal framework being built around blockchains, crypto, NFTs, and DAOs. We’ll look at crypto regulations, rights surrounding NFTs, as well as the legislation impacting blockchain. You’ll hear from the top lawyers, lawmakers, and entrepreneurs in the space – we’ll touch on best practices countries are implementing, new regulations, and share ideas on the best path forward.
…
continue reading
On Episode #296 of Wesam's World, we have another good ol' fashioned producer session! Finish up this weekend by laughing, thinking, and recharging for the week with Wesam and the gang! The post Producer Sesh! appeared first on idobi.By idobi Network
…
continue reading
On Episode #295 of Wesam's World, we have Mike Pecci joining us back on the show! Mike is a Director/Filmmaker who makes some truly fantastic Sci-Fi/Horror films! Now you might be asking yourself, how do I view said films? The only way to view them is by messaging Mike what your Top 3 Favorite Horror Movies are and if you are deemed worthy, you wil…
…
continue reading
On Episode #294 of Wesam's World, we have Hanako Greensmith (Chicago Fire) joining us on the show! Come join us as these two friends recount their time working together on Chicago fire and how DIFFICULT Wesam was on set! I heard he verbally abused a PA because they didn't have organic berries.... The post Hanako Greensmith appeared first on idobi.…
…
continue reading
On Episode #293 of Wesam's World, we have actor Rick Darge joining us back on the show! Come laugh, think, and recharge for the week with a hilarious episode you won't wanna miss! The post Rick Darge appeared first on idobi.By idobi Network
…
continue reading
On Episode #292 of Wesam's World, we have actor Anthony Mark Barrow who you can check out on Criminal Mind's! Together these two mortal enemies/BFF's will go head to head with each other on a hilarious episode of Wesam's World you won't wanna miss! The post Anthony Mark Barrow appeared first on idobi.…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
#139 - Changing political tides in DC, Consensys' SEC lawsuit with Bill Hughes
50:03
50:03
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
50:03
Bill Hughes (@BillHughesDC) is Senior Counsel & Director of Global Regulatory Matters at Consensys Software, which is behind MetaMask, Infura, and various other software supporting the programmable blockchain ecosystem. For more on Bill’s background, I recommend episode 74 of Law of Code. This conversation is focused on the lawsuit Consensys brough…
…
continue reading
On Episode #291 of Wesam's World, we have actor Jake Lockett (Chicago Fire) joining us on the show! Viewers/Listeners....you better watch out, because think Jake's upstaging Wesam in terms of talent! I mean who else is a Stress Analyst Engineer turned Actor?? The post Jake Lockett appeared first on idobi.…
…
continue reading
On Episode #290 of Wesam's World, we are 10 episodes away from our 300th Episode, Guy's Night! But until then, gather round for a good ol fashioned producer sesh and laugh, think, and recharge for the week! The post Producer Sesh appeared first on idobi.By idobi Network
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
#138 - The future of sports and crypto: Karate Combat
42:32
42:32
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
42:32
This conversation with two lawyers — Samir Patel and David Kuhn — and an entrepreneur who goes by OnlyLarping covers all aspects of Karate Combat, a novel form of sports league that is betting heavily on crypto. Show highlights: [2:51] What is Karate Combat? [7:26] Implementing token governance [13:11] Crypto and sports [19:34] Why they believe it …
…
continue reading
On Episode #289 of Wesam's World, we have actress Sarah Gilman joining us on the show! Before you laugh, think, and recharge for the week, we want to remind everyone to take care of yourselves. These are stressful times and takin care of your mental health is very important. The post Sarah Gilman appeared first on idobi.…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
#137 - Blockchain Association sues the SEC to strike down Dealer Rule
38:45
38:45
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
38:45
Recently, the Blockchain Association (BA) and the Crypto Freedom Alliance of Texas (CFAT) filed a lawsuit against the Securities and Exchange Commission seeking a court order to strike down the SEC’s Dealer Rule due to the SEC’s various Administrative Procedure Act (APA) violations including preventing industry participants from being able to opera…
…
continue reading
On Episode #288 of Wesam's World, we have Ari Goldman (Jiu Jitsu Black Belt) returning to the show! Tune in for an episode filled with chats about BJJ, fitness, living a healthy lifestyle, and more! The post Ari Goldman appeared first on idobi.By idobi Network
…
continue reading
On Episode #287 of Wesam's World, we have another good ol' fashioned Producer Session! Come laugh, think, and recharge for the week! The post Producer Sesh appeared first on idobi.By idobi Network
…
continue reading
On Episode #286 of Wesam's World, we have the hilarious comedian Zach Sucker on the show! You may have seen Zach's comedy on TikTok or from his alter ego, Jack Tucker. This is an episode filled with laughs from start till finish. So get cozy, get ready to laugh, and enjoy! The post Zach Zucker appeared first on idobi.…
…
continue reading
On Episode #285 of Wesam's World, we have Director/Filmmaker Mike Pecci! Mike is the creator of many spectacular sci-fi and horror films....but there's a catch! The only way to view them is by messaging Mike what your Top 3 Favorite Horror Movies are and if you are deemed worthy, you will get a link to the film. The post Mike Pecci appeared first o…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
#136 - Justin Wales on the Crypto Legal Handbook
47:16
47:16
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
47:16
Justin Wales (@bitcoin_wales) is the Head of Legal for the Americas at Crypto.com. Before going in-house, he was a partner at the international law firm K&L Gates, where he represented crypto companies in all aspects of their business. His new book, The Crypto Legal Handbook, is a must-read guide through the laws of crypto, web3 and an ever-decentr…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
#135 - Everything you should know about Roman Sterlingov's case
51:09
51:09
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
51:09
Today’s podcast covers the case of Roman Sterlingov, a 33-year-old Swedish-Russian national, was arrested by Internal Revenue Service criminal investigators at the Los Angeles airport and was accused of creating and operating Bitcoin Fog, a bitcoin “mixing” service that the US Justice Department claims Sterlingov used to enable $336 million in mone…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
#134 - Pre-enforcement lawsuit against the SEC with Amanda Tuminelli and Jake Chervinsky
29:23
29:23
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
29:23
The DeFi Education Fund and co-plaintiff Beba, an apparel company based in Texas, recently filed a pre-enforcement suit challenging the SEC’s regulation by enforcement approach to crypto and their policy that free airdrops are securities transactions. Amanda Tuminelli serves as the DeFi Education Fund's chief legal officer where she leads the organ…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
#133 - Liability on smart contract developers: Roman Storm case with Jake Chervinsky and Amanda Tuminelli
27:34
27:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
27:34
After the DEF submitted an amicus brief in the Roman Storm matter, which involves Tornado Cash, I spoke with the two authors: Amanda Tuminelli serves as the DeFi Education Fund's chief legal officer where she leads the organization's impact litigation and policy efforts. Jake Chervinsky recently joined Variant as Chief Legal Officer, where he leads…
…
continue reading
On Episode #284 of Wesam's World, we have Jake Mckenzie! A throwback reunion dating all the way back to high school. Join us for a lot of laughs and chats ranging from stand up comedy to....making salmon in a dishwasher? Who knows. The post Jake Mckenzie appeared first on idobi.By idobi Network
…
continue reading
On Episode #283 of Wesam's World, we have comedian Martin Morrow joining us on the show! It's an episode filled with plenty of laughs and tears, so be sure to get your weekly recharge by tuning into an episode you won't wanna miss! The post Martin Morrow appeared first on idobi.By idobi Network
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
#132 - What is MetaLeX? Plus, why lawyers must take note
54:49
54:49
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
54:49
Co-founded by longtime cryptolawyers Gabriel Shapiro and Alex Golubitsky, the mission of MetaLeX (which means beyond law) is to combine legal structures and autonomous tech to create best-in-class solutions serving DAOs, devs, and internet denizens with a suite of interoperable autonomous law solutions, which they refer to as MetaLeX OS. The goal i…
…
continue reading
On Episode #282 of Wesam's World, we have actor Dean Cameron returning to the show! Join us for an episode full of wacky stories from our friend Dean. From a crazy naked homeless guy and Dean kicking a random guy in the balls. But most importantly, come laugh, think, and recharge for the week! The post Dean Cameron appeared first on idobi.…
…
continue reading
On Episode #281 of Wesam's World, we have actor Rome Flynn joining us on the show! You may recognize Rome as Gabriel from How to Get Away With Murder, Santiago from With Love, and most recently, both Rome and Wesam in Chicago Fire! Come laugh, think, and recharge for the week! The post Rome Flynn appeared first on idobi.…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
#131 - Is UNI a security after Uniswap turns on the fee switch? EU and MiCA insights from Stephane Daniel
50:22
50:22
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
50:22
Stéphane Daniel (@stephdan_law) is a Partner at d&a partners, an independent law firm dedicated to tech and blockchain entrepreneurs in France and the EU. Stéphane advises high-tech firms with their structuring, fundraising, and M&A transactions. He was notably involved in the first legal structuring (under French law) of DAOs and regularly advises…
…
continue reading
On Episode #280, we have actor Lance Williams joining us on the show! Primetime is back baby! Have you missed us? Tune in for hilarious conversations covering a variety of topics. And most importantly, come laugh, think, and recharge for the week! The post Lance Williams appeared first on idobi.By idobi Network
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
#130 - Chris Giancarlo, former CFTC Chair on the SEC's approach to crypto
1:20:19
1:20:19
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:20:19
Chris Giancarlo (@giancarloMKTS) is senior counsel and Co-Chair of the Willkie Digital Works practice in the firm’s New York office. Chris served as the thirteenth Chairman of the U.S. CFTC, where he oversaw regulation of the futures, options and swaps derivatives markets. During his tenure at the CFTC (2014-2019), Chris oversaw the first bitcoin f…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
#129 - Why is the same risk, same rules philosophy wrong? Eric Hess explains
39:03
39:03
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
39:03
Eric Hess (@hess_legal) is Founder & Managing Counsel at Hess Legal Counsel, a cybersecurity SaaS platform and consulting company, and hosts The Encrypted Economy podcast. In this episode, we’ll be exploring his recent paper Bridging Policy and Practice: A Pragmatic Approach to Decentralized Finance, Risk, and Regulation. For Part 1, a history of s…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
#128 - Primavera De Filippi of CNRS and Harvard on the future of copyright law, NFTs and DAOs
47:54
47:54
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
47:54
Primavera De Filippi is a Director of Research at the National Center of Scientific Research (CNRS) in Paris, Faculty Associate at the Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society at Harvard University, and Visiting Fellow at the Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies at the European University Institute. Her research focuses on the legal challe…
…
continue reading
On Episode #279 of Wesam's World....we have no idea who this is. They just walked in the studio and started talking. We went a long with it, I guess? Be sure to check out Gordon in The Woods of Tinkerton! The post Gordon Matcock appeared first on idobi.By idobi Network
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
#127 - Cravath's Jeff Dinwoodie on the SEC and the future of crypto regulation
1:08:35
1:08:35
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:08:35
Jeffrey T. Dinwoodie is a partner at Cravath, Swaine & Moore, and a member of the firm’s Financial Institutions Group. He has served in senior roles at the SEC and the U.S. Treasury Department, including as Chief Counsel to SEC Chairman Jay Clayton and, earlier, as Chairman Clayton’s Trading and Markets Counsel. Disclaimer: Jacob Robinson and his g…
…
continue reading
On Episode #278 of Wesam's World, we have Fletcher Jones Professor of Geology at California Institute of Technology and chair of the Division of Geological and Planetary Sciences, John Grotzinger! Join us for a wonderful ride as John goes from story to story, from his time working at NASA, to saving a man from freezing to death in the middle of now…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
#126 - Genuine DeFi as Critical Infrastructure: Paper by Rebecca Rettig, Michael Mosier and Katja Gilman
46:45
46:45
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:45
Rebecca Rettig, Michael Mosier and Katja Gilman published their paper, Genuine DeFi as Critical Infrastructure: A Conceptual Framework for Combating Illicit Finance Activity in Decentralized Finance and a summary two-pager. This paper proposes a framework (see Section III) to effectively detect, deter and prevent illicit financial activity in DeFi,…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
#125 - Repost: Coinbase's Motion to Dismiss the SEC's Lawsuit
52:06
52:06
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
52:06
On August 4, 2023, Coinbase filed a brief in support of its motion to dismiss the SEC's lawsuit. This podcast provides an audio version of the brief, along with key takeaways and points made within it. Show highlights: [1:00] Preliminary Statement [6:30] Background on the SEC's charges [11:30] Coinbase's argument for dismissal [13:00] Because the c…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
#124 - Former CFTC Director Josh Sterling on choosing regulators (SEC vs CFTC) and the future of Web3
39:13
39:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
39:13
Joshua B. Sterling is a Partner at Jones Day where he represents financial services, energy, fintech, agriculture and other companies in matters before the CFTC, the SEC, and other financial regulators. A former senior regulator, Josh was previously the Director of the CFTC’s Market Participants Division. In that role, he oversaw the 3,300 financia…
…
continue reading
On Episode #277 of Wesam's World, Oh no, Wesam's playing the victim again! We, the producers, may be biased in the matter, but I think Wesam has gotten overly sensitive and maybe can't handle hosting a podcast anymore. We are now campaigning for the show to be renamed to, "Producer's World." Thank you. The post Bullies! appeared first on idobi.…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
#123 - The SEC vs. Coinbase Hearing: What you should know with Bloomberg's Elliott Stein
41:24
41:24
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
41:24
Elliott Z. Stein (@NYCStein) is a Senior Litigation Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence. He previously worked in private practice on structured finance/capital markets litigation, white-collar crime and related capital markets matters. Show highlights: [1:30] Attending Coinbase hearing on Jan 17 [6:00] Why Elliott expects Coinbase to win [12:00] Judg…
…
continue reading
On Episode #276 of Wesam's World, we are once again joined by comedian Monty Geer! You won't wanna miss one of the most hilarious episodes of Wesam's World yet! Topics range from the comedy scene in L.A., all the way to the end of the world! The post Monty Geer appeared first on idobi.By idobi Network
…
continue reading
Hey everyone, on Episode #275 of Wesam's World, I'm really concerned about Wesam. Ever since the new year, he's been on and on about aliens living among us, or something? He listens to weird podcasts and he's started wearing glasses that he doesn't need, so that the blue light projection can't get him....I'm just really worried about some of the th…
…
continue reading
On Episode #274 of Wesam's World, the entire team would like to wish all viewers and listeners a Happy New Year! And what better way to start the new year with a good ol' fashioned Producer Session? The post New Year, New Us appeared first on idobi.By idobi Network
…
continue reading
On Episode #273 of Wesam's World, we have the 2nd Best Show on Idobi Radio, right behind Wesam's World, Nick Major & Tommy Wooldrige from The Nick Major Show! Come join us for an episode full of laughs, heavy metal, and more! The post Nick Major & Tommy Wooldrige appeared first on idobi.By idobi Network
…
continue reading
On Episode #272 of Wesam's World, we have the wonderful, director and producer, DeMane Davis joining us on the show! Come join us for a deep dive into a wide variety of topics, such as: Journaling, Delicious Meals to Cook, Stand Up Comedy, How Creepy AI is Getting, AND....Be sure to check out DeMane's newest produced show, NBC's, "Found"! The post …
…
continue reading
On Episode #271 of Wesam's World, we have a good ol' fashion producer session! Come witness the roast of Wesam Keesh, Score: Producers - 1, Wesam - 0! It's this side of the table vs. Wesam in a hilarious episode you won't wanna miss! The post Wesam Gets SLAMMED appeared first on idobi.By idobi Network
…
continue reading
On Episode #270 of Wesam's World, we have actor and arch-enemy of Wesam, Anthony Mark Barrow! Who you can currently check out in Hulu's Black Cake as, Clarence 'Little Man' Henry. Come laugh, think, and recharge for the week as these two old friends catch up and dive into the ins and outs of training to become a professional actor! The post Anthony…
…
continue reading
You hear that? Those sleigh bells ringing? Is it that time of the year already!? On Episode #269 of Wesam's World, the holiday cheer is already here! Come join us for a classic Producer Sesh as we get ready for a wonderful December! The post Happy Holidays appeared first on idobi.By idobi Network
…
continue reading
On Episode #268 of Wesam's World, we have the OG guest joining us back on the show! The wonderful, the hilarious, the talented, Britt Robertson. Together this dynamic duo reunites to talk about the recent SAG Strike ending, a pitch for a buddy cop show starring the two of them, and a VERY heated debate about....video games? The post Britt Robertson…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
#122 - History of American Securities Regulation with Eric Hess
1:07:59
1:07:59
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:07:59
Eric Hess (@hess_legal) is Founder & Managing Counsel at Hess Legal Counsel, a cybersecurity SaaS platform and consulting company, and hosts The Encrypted Economy podcast. Eric has over twenty years of experience acting as senior in-house counsel, general counsel or senior management for exchanges, broker dealers, and financial services technology …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
#121 - MEV and OFAC Risk for Infrastructure Providers
50:34
50:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
50:34
Evan Zinaman (@zin_esq) is the Founder & Principal at Trailbreak, a boutique transactional firm providing tech-fluent corporate, regulatory, product and IP counsel and strategic advice to startups, builders and investors throughout the crypto space. Evan also serves as special crypto counsel to clients of Reed Smith, advising as part of an industry…
…
continue reading
On Episode #267 of Wesam's World, we have the wonderful, the talented, the hilarious, Noah Grossman joining us back on the show. Now, I may be biased, but this is one of our best episodes yet! Come laugh, think, and recharge for the week with Wesam and Park Ranger Noah (and his inflatable vest?) will be your guides! The post Noah Grossman appeared …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
#120 - Paradigm's Policy Lab with Rodrigo Seira and Brandon Malone
56:14
56:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
56:14
Rodrigo Seira (@RSSH273) is Special Counsel at Paradigm. Prior to joining Paradigm, he was outside counsel to crypto investors and entrepreneurs at Cooley LLP. Brendan Malone (@brendanpmalone) is a Policy Manager at Paradigm. Prior to joining Paradigm, Brendan worked at the Federal Reserve where he focused on policy issues for financial market infr…
…
continue reading