The Get Down
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.
Episodes
16 episodes
Leveraging Web3 for Cultural Preservation and Economic Sovereignty with Richard Ng and Jake Foreman
In this episode of The Get Down, Ritzy P. interviews Richard Ng and Jake Foreman about their journeys into the world of Web3 and the founding of IndigiDAO, an initiative aimed at empowering Indigenous entrepreneurs through decentralized a...
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Episode 15
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43:33
Demystifying Digital Money with Dr. Tonya M. Evans
In this episode of The Get Down, Ritzy P. interviews Dr. Tonya M. Evans, an attorney, academic, and founder, about the changing crypto landscape and her book, Digital Money Demystified. They discuss the importance of policy over politics, the n...
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Episode 14
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41:30
Live at DNC Chicago: butterscotch Media's Insider Convention Perspectives
The Democratic Convention is in full swing and the crypto community is making its presence felt. On this episode of The Get Down, butterscotch Media’s own Cleve Mesidor and Ritzy P sit down live at the Chicago DNC to discuss the incredible even...
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Episode 13
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23:40
Live at DNC Chicago: From Capitol Hill to Crypto with Amena Ross
In this episode of The Get Down, host Ritzy P sits down with Amena Ross at the Democratic National Committee (DNC) in Chicago to discuss her journey into the world of crypto, her insights on the evolving political landscape of digital assets an...
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Episode 12
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16:24
Bridging the Wealth and Knowledge Gaps in Blockchain with Tiffany J. Smith
In this episode of The Get Down, host Ritzy P. sits down with Tiffany J. Smith to discuss the importance of understanding the intersection between old rules and new technologies in the regulatory and compliance space and the need to focus on fi...
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Episode 11
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29:41
Representation and Community Building Through Music, Blockchain, and NFTs with Corey “Jayohcee” Jocko
In this episode of The Get Down, host Ritzy P sits down with Corey “Jayohcee” Jocko to discuss how he has utilized blockchain and NFTs to showcase his art and music, and how it has provided new opportunities for indigenous artists. Corey also h...
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Episode 10
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31:30
Preparing for the Future of Work with Damu Winston
This episode of The Get Down podcast is all about the future of work and life in the digital age! Special Guest Damu Winston, the global head of Web3 Innovation at Amazon, shares his career journey and insights on the future of work in the digi...
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Episode 9
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25:46
Navigating Regulation and Innovation in Crypto with Joshua Rivera
On this episode of The Get Down, Cleve Mesidor sits down with Joshua Rivera, Operating Partner and General Counsel at blockchain investment firm Blockchain Capital, to discuss blockchain startups, entrepreneurship, and the evolving regulatory l...
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Episode 8
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34:42
Creating Lasting Impact on Emerging Markets with Blockchain with Betsabe Botaitis
This episode of The Get Down podcast features an insightful conversation on financial inclusion and the potential of emerging technologies like blockchain and AI. Special guest Betsabe Botaitis shares her unique career journey from traditional ...
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Episode 7
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31:41
Understanding Indexing and its Role in Digital Assets with Schonda Fields
NOTE: The views expressed are Schonda's own, not those of Coin Metrics. Her views are not investment advice.In this episode of The Get Down podcast, host Ritzy P discusses the importance of inclusivity and bipartisanship in crypto...
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Episode 6
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32:46
Live at Consensus 2024 Austin: All Things butterscotch Media
On this episode of the Butterscotch podcast, The Get Down, Cleve Mesidor and Ritzy P discuss their mission to amplify diverse voices in the emerging tech space. As the founder of Butterscotch Media and a former Obama administration staffer, Cle...
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Episode 5
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23:18
Exploring Crypto Policy and Regulation with Rashan Colbert
In this special bonus episode of The Get Down, Cleve Mesidor interviews Rashan Colbert, Head of Policy at dYdX Trading, live at Consensus by CoinDesk. They discuss the current regulatory landscape of crypto and the challenges of achieving bipar...
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Episode 4
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36:27
Building Inclusive Crypto Communities with Elena Giralt
In this episode, Elena Giralt shares about being at the forefront of increasing diversity and inclusion in the blockchain and cryptocurrency industry since the early days. As the founder of Blockchain Latinx and a senior product manager, she ha...
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Episode 3
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31:13
Navigating the Future of Retail Investing with Lule Demmissie
Lule Demmissie, the US CEO of eToro, discusses the transformation of the 21st century retail investor. She emphasizes the importance of democratizing finance and giving people access to capital markets. Lule highlights the changing profile of r...
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Episode 2
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35:23
The Evolution of NFTs and Artistic Innovation with Judy Mam
Butterscotch Media's inaugural podcast episode "The Get Down" celebrated the 10th anniversary of pioneering digital art platform Data.Art. Founded in 2012 by writer Judy Mam and artist Beatrice Ramos, Data.Art has been pivotal in empowering art...
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Episode 1
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38:11
