最高の Stories From The Open Gov ポッドキャスト (2024)

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Baltimore author's 'Haunt Sweet Home' melds hauntings, a ghost, and reality TV 15:55

2d ago15:55

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A reality television show where “Ghost Hunters” meets “Dream Home Makeover” is the setting of Sarah Pinsker’s new book, “Haunt Sweet Home.” The title of the book is also the name of the fictional TV show at its center… where the book’s main character, Mara gets a job as an overnight production assistant, making eerie things happen to get reactions …

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Stories from the Stoop: Encounters of the paranormal kind 10:11

2d ago10:11

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Here's a Stoop Story from Sean MacDonald about paranormal encounters … and the power of believing in things that you cannot see. The next live stoop event is: ‘Creating Art, Creating Change: Art as a Tool for Healing Communities.’ It happens on Thursday, Nov. 14 at 7pm at the American Visionary Art Museum. Do you have a question or comment about a …

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Microsoft to vote on investing in Bitcoin, US Gov crypto wallet hacked, SOL 'flippening'? 7:14

2d ago7:14

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To end a busy week we have some huge stories this morning. Microsoft filed with the SEC, including a vote in December on investing in Bitcoin. The US government appeared to be moving assets from one of their crypto wallets that contained funds seized from the Bitfinex hack, but the movements suggest it is, in fact, a hack. Solana's native token hit…

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How would a Trump victory impact the price of BTC? Lazarus Group's fake NFT game 7:17

3d ago7:17

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It's a busy week! Firstly, Michael Saylor clarified those comments suggesting big banks should custody Bitcoin, offering the more reasonable take we suspected yesterday. Analysts and pundits debate the effects of a Trump election victory on the price of Bitcoin, with one recent projection being $92K. Despite the FUD, Tesla didn't sell any of its di…

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Health Headlines: Drug costs, coverage for DACA recipients, and more 10:40

4d ago10:40

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The cost of prescription drugs…eligibility for Maryland’s health insurance marketplace…coping with consequences of hurricanes. Headlines about health abound. We talk recent health news with WYPR reporter Scott Maucione. Links: Abuse survivors just settled for $880 million in LA, what does that mean for Baltimore Archdiocese victims? | WYPR Maryland…

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Investigation reveals violence, understaffing at Md. psych hospital 14:38

4d ago14:38

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A Washington Post investigation revealed understaffing, violence, bullying, and neglect at Maryland’s maximum security psychiatric hospital. Why did problems persist so long? What now? We speak with reporter Katie Mettler. Links: After Post report, Md. health secretary says changes coming to mental hospital How a ‘climate of chaos’ went unchecked a…

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Buterin calls Saylor's BTC custody comments 'batshit insane,' Peter Todd forced into hiding 7:40

4d ago7:40

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Should big banks act as the custodian of your Bitcoin? Somewhat unexpectedly, the MicroStrategy executive chairman, Michael Saylor, said you should, which has — less unexpectedly — caused some backlash from cryptopians. Vitalik Buterin even called Saylor's comments "batshit insane." Elsewhere, Peter Todd said was forced into hiding after an HBO doc…

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Crypto community slams Fed's Kashkari over comments, Transak hit by data breach 7:14

5d ago7:14

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Bitcoin saw a 3% correction yesterday as predictions that BTC would hit $62K or lower came rolling in, but not all were spooked. For example, investors in BlackRock's IBIT bought the dip to the tune of $329M in inflows and the latest data on retail demand suggests it may be mirroring the lead-up to March all-time highs. Elsewhere, Transak was hit w…

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MTA budget cuts don't support Gov. Moore's bet on Baltimore 17:01

6d ago17:01

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Gov. Moore claims a strong Baltimore leads to a strong Maryland. Now transportation advocates want him to commit to his word. Nearly 700 million dollars in transit maintenance and repair hangs in the balance … will MTA get what it needs? Brian O'Malley, president and CEO of Central Maryland Transportation Alliance sifts through the details of this …

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Doors Open Baltimore features city's architectural gems 8:19

6d ago8:19

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Baltimore is a city full of neighborhoods with distinct personalities -- from quirky to conventional, from historic to … not so historic. Architecturally speaking, there are absolute gems … as well as diamonds in the rough. Doors Open Baltimore offers a daylong opportunity to explore a few of the city’s most interesting buildings. Lauren Bostic Hil…

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Bitcoin nears ATH without retail interest, Andrew Tate called out over memecoins 7:28

6d ago7:28

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A strong weekend for Bitcoin has led to one of the best weekly closes in months as BTC hit $69,500 in the past 24 hours. Naturally, all eyes move to $70K as the analysts look at where resistance lies and whether we will see another correction before Bitcoin can soar. Curiously, while the price edges toward the March all-time high, retail interest i…

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The science behind Maryland's fall foliage palette 14:55

9d ago14:55

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It’s October -- Fall colors are transforming Maryland's landscape! What makes the lush summer greens transform to vibrant yellows, reds and oranges? Dan Coy, who heads urban and community forestry at the Maryland DNR breaks down the science … and offers tips for leaf peepers this weekend. Links: Maryland DNR fall foliage map, Maryland Fall Foliage …

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Stories from the Stoop: Skinny dipping with friends! 10:58

9d ago10:58

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Here's a Stoop Story from Deborah Keene, about a memorable dip in the reservoir. For more information about Stoop Storytelling, including live events and the Stoop Podcast, visit Stoopstorytelling.com. Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/h…

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Bitcoin ETFs net flows hit $20B, FBI arrests SEC hacker, are we in a memecoin supercycle? 7:57

9d ago7:57

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Bitcoin has seen a dip or two in the past 24 hours but it's still battling away to capture $68K and hold it, and while some traders are hoping for a heavy correction to scoop up more Sats, BTC is on the precipice of a major breakout as it turns around a seven-month slump. Elsewhere, the FBI has finally arrested the person behind the SEC X account h…

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76% of Asian private wealth has invested in digital assets, is Dogecoin 'god candle' coming? 7:37

10d ago7:37

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Bitcoin spent yesterday wrestling with that $68K threshold once again and with record-breaking open interest, you could be forgiven for thinking it's full steam ahead now. However, some analysts are warning we may see one final dip before the rocket can truly take off. Elsewhere, Chainalysis appears before the New York Supreme Court to defend a $65…

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How Marylanders can prepare for natural disasters 9:00

11d ago9:00

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Hurricanes Helene and Milton battered Florida, North Carolina, and surrounding states this fall. Helene is one of the deadliest storms in recent U.S. history - it killed more than 200 people in the Southeast. What should Marylanders know about staying ready for severe storms? We speak with Jorge Castillo, chief spokesperson for the Maryland Departm…

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'The Optimistics’: Joy in the midst of young-onset dementia 16:00

11d ago16:00

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A new book profiles people rejecting pessimism even though they face a progressive, terminal disease: younger-onset, also known as early-onset, Alzheimer’s disease. The book is inspired by three men: Dennis Myers, Jim Hursey, and Mike Razzi. They met at a support group in Hunt Valley. After forming a deep friendship, they dubbed themselves, “The Op…

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Bitcoin open interest soars, Senator Warren and Deaton debate gets spicy 7:14

11d ago7:14

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Bitcoin enjoys a strong 24 hours with 2.5% gains on the day, three-and-a-half year highs for Bitcoin dominance and the highest open interest in 12 months. So now all eyes are on whether BTC can breach that psychological threshold of $69K. Elsewhere, Coinbase and Glassnode collaborate on a report that gives us a macro view of the industry this year,…

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Bitcoin RSI suggests $250K price tag in 2025, Grayscale lists 35 altcoins it's considering 8:00

12d ago8:00

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Is "Uptober" finally getting started? Perhaps, but we've been around this price before in the last month, so William Suberg looks at what is different this time, including a lofty price target for this bull run based on the RSI peaks of past cycles. Elsewhere, the Avalanche Foundation has bought back nearly two million AVAX tokens it sold to Terra …

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Liz Cheney on endorsing Kamala Harris, the future of the GOP 12:40

13d ago12:40

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Wyoming’s Liz Cheney was the highest-ranking Republican woman in the history of the House of Representatives. Now, she’s endorsed Democrat Kamala Harris for president. Why? Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers mharvie@wypr.org 410-…

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Ballot questions: What Baltimore County voters need to know 12:38

13d ago12:38

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Baltimore County’s population has tripled since the 1950s. Will voters decide to add seats to the county council? WYPR's John Lee gives us the run-down on Baltimore County ballot questions. Links: Baltimore County: What’s on the ballot? Baltimore City ballot questions: A breakdown Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pi…

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Man sues local council for $647M over lost BTC, quantum computers threaten crypto 7:22

13d ago7:22

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The weekend didn't have much to offer in the way of Bitcoin price action until late last night, when we saw such rapid gains that it liquidated over $100M in short positions. Outside of Bitcoin, BNB onchain activity tanks 37% in a week, scientists breach crypto algorithms with quantum computers, an AI bot causes a memecoin to go parabolic and a man…

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Stories from the Stoop: Beetle-mania 6:16

16d ago6:16

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Zoe Bell shares a Stoop story about a tumultuous relationship with a Volkswagen Beetle. The next Stoop show is Tuesday, October 15th at Checkerspot Brewing Company in South Baltimore. The theme is, "See Beyond: Stories about disrupting prejudices and preconceived notions.” Proceeds will be donated to the Maryland School for the Blind. Do you have a…

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Susquehannock Wildlife Society gives wood turtles a 'head start' 18:29

16d ago18:29

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Wood turtles are native to much of our state, but like many species, their survival is facing multiple challenges. Susquehannock Wildlife Society in Harford County is working with the Maryland Zoo and the state Department of Natural Resources to protect the future of the wood turtle. Scott McDaniel, president of the Susquehannock Wildlife Society, …

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Bitnomial sues SEC over XRP, Justin Sun elected prime minister, AI targets KYC 7:47

16d ago7:47

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That was a tumultuous 24 hours as Bitcoin dropped below $60K, but the bleeding was stemmed and BTC remains in no man's land. Crypto exchange Bitnomial filed a lawsuit against the SEC over claims that XRP is a security as the agency obstructs the listing of XRP futures contracts. A new report shows how dangerous AI is becoming as deepfakes pass faci…

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Is Bitcoin about to capitulate? Solana hits 100M active wallets, but how many are bots? 7:14

17d ago7:14

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A disappointing 24 hours for BTC as it slides back toward testing the $60K resistance and many traders and analysts warn of some kind of capitulation in the works. However, several also point out that it may be a necessary correction to ignite a true bull run. Elsewhere, Josh O'Sullivan breaks down everything HBO's Bitcoin documentary got wrong, an…

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Franciscan Center's Dignity Plates: A recipe for success 25:35

18d ago25:35

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For 140 years Baltimore’s Franciscan Center has responded to community needs -- from food and clothing to counseling and dental care. Now they offer Dignity Plates Culinary Training Academy, which gives people skills and confidence that leads to employment and can transform lives. We talk with instructor Chef April Dubose, and with cohort 11 studen…

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HBO documentary 'unveils' Satoshi, is BTC following 'script' for $150K cycle top? 7:24

18d ago7:24

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Bitcoin is catching its breath, price-wise, still unable to break through the $64K resistance, but also avoiding retesting the $60K support. Still, this may be the calm before the storm as several analysts predict a big finale this month. Elsewhere, the HBO Bitcoin documentary was finally released and the person "unveiled" (very much in inverted co…

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Why Bitcoin can't crack $64K, Elon Musk heralds Polymarket, and is Nick Szabo Satoshi? 7:10

19d ago7:10

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Bitcoin's price hit its head on $64K resistance again, so our markets experts take a look at why, and the reason isn't what many think. Within 24 hours of the HBO documentary that may or may not unmask Satsoshi Nakamoto, Len Sassaman's odds tank and are overtaken by Nick Szabo after the documentary's producer made a comment on CNN. The US Supreme C…

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October 7 attack anniversary stirs renewed desire for peace 14:28

20d ago14:28

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A year after the Hamas attack and hostage-taking in Israel, we check in with Sumayyah Bilal and Rebekka Paisner, two friends who create space and dialogue for people of all faiths, especially Muslim and Jewish, to deal with the pain of the war. Their upcoming event, Visions of Peace, happens on Oct. 22 at 7pm, location TBD. Check here for updated i…

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Baltimore City ballot questions: A breakdown 10:51

20d ago10:51

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Maryland voters will weigh in on a handful of ballot questions next month, some carrying major implications for the Free State’s future. WYPR reporter Emily Hofstaedter gives an overview on several that will be of concern especially for Baltimore City residents. Links: Baltimore City, County and State Ballot Questions. Editor's note: The original a…

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‘Ancient' Bitcoin whale awakens, was Len Sassaman Satoshi Nakamoto? 7:39

20d ago7:39

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Well, that weekend was more like the “Uptober” we know and love as Bitcoin soared higher into the $60K range. Whether it was Bitcoin’s price resurgence or not — who knows — an “ancient whale” has awakened and started moving BTC mined one month after the cryptocurrency’s launch back in 2009! Also, a forthcoming HBO documentary that teases the unveil…

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Stories from the Stoop: A runaway fiancé! 10:56

23d ago10:56

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Here’s a Stoop Story from Brian Jolles about a memorable dinner, a thoughtful waiter, and a run-away date. The next Stoop show is Tuesday, October 15th at Checkerspot Brewing Company in Baltimore. The theme is: See Beyond: Stories about disrupting prejudices and preconceived notions.” Ticket proceeds will be donated to the Maryland School for the B…

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Dockworkers' union suspends strike 14:43

23d ago14:43

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Last night, the International Longshoremen’s Association reached an agreement that extends the union contract until Jan.15 -- raising salaries and giving the two sides 90 days to work out other issues. The deal was struck after three days of a strike that affected getting cargo on and off ships at 14 East Coast and Gulf Coast ports from Maine to Te…

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BTC price dip sparks buying frenzy, Bitcoin documentary teases Satoshi info 7:22

23d ago7:22

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Bitcoin dipped below $60K yesterday after wrestling with that psychological threshold and causing a spike in activity on exchanges so big that we haven’t seen its kind since 2022. This has seemingly helped BTC enjoy a green Friday so far. Outside of Bitcoin, there are some significant stories evolving. Visa unveiled its tokenized digital asset mana…

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Lamborghini enters Web3 gaming, SEC files Ripple appeal, AI tokens dump 7:17

24d ago7:17

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We have seen another volatile 24 hours, but analysts and traders appear not to be panicked, and to start today's episode I will go through why that is. Although Bitcoin is down this week, it isn't the worst affected by the current turmoil — that goes to AI tokens, which lose over $4.5B in market cap in just three days. Outside of the markets, the S…

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Religious scholar uncovers the 'spiritual warriors' threatening Democracy 13:28

25d ago13:28

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Images and video of the January 6th insurrection reveal the role Christian nationalism played in motivating rioters. The crowd storming the U.S. Capitol carried crosses, as well as signs and flags with Christian iconography. A new book takes a deep look at a lesser-known evangelical Christian movement deeply connected to the events of January 6th -…

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Community center in Frederick welcomes immigrants 11:24

25d ago11:24

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For two decades, Centro Hispano de Frederick has welcomed the immigrant community in Frederick County. Centro Hispano de Frederick is primarily led by volunteers, and provides services ranging from English classes to legal clinics. It also serves as a friendly space where people from other countries can learn and prosper. We speak with Executive Di…

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BTC tanks as gold soars, Bitwise registers XRP ETF, Solana DApp volume surges 7:37

25d ago7:37

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"Uptober" got off to a rough start as the horrors of conflict in the Middle East had far-reaching effects. Although Bitcoin tanked in the past 24 hours, gold and crude oil rose, reigniting debate over whether BTC can be considered a "safe haven" investment. We also saw news outside Bitcoin: Bitwise registered an XRP ETF trust in Delaware, EigenLaye…

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Historic September for BTC, XRP breaks 3.5-year downtrend, NFT sales in the toilet 7:15

26d ago7:15

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September has officially closed and it locks in one of the most noteworthy months of the year. Not only did Bitcoin buck the trend of "Rektember", but so much of the rest of the sector saw wins too. For example, XRP has broken its 3.5-year downtrend as traders eye a $1 price tag by the end of the year, and losses to hacks in crypto were down a mass…

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FTX creditors get '10-25% of their crypto back,' CryptoQuant CEO wants 'smart regulation' 7:20

27d ago7:20

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The weekend saw some stability in BTC's price after a few strong weeks of gains, but a lot of the conversation concerns renewed retail interest and what it really indicates. Elsewhere, Binance founder CZ, walked free from prison, having served his sentence; those owed by FTX are getting only about "10-25% of their crypto back," according to one cre…

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Stories from the Stoop: Family secret revealed 8:07

30d ago8:07

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Here’s a Stoop Story from K.C. about the transformation that can come from learning a family secret. More information about live Stoop events and the Stoop podcast at Stoopstorytelling.com Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers mharv…

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'American Teenager: How Trans Kids Are Surviving Hate and Finding Joy in a Turbulent Era' 15:59

30d ago15:59

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We celebrate this weekend’s return of the Baltimore Book Festival with a talk featuring journalist Nico Lang whose book “American Teenager: How Trans Kids Are Surviving Hate and Finding Joy in a Turbulent Era" chronicles the lives of trans kids around the country. The author spent nine months following the lives of eight trans, non-binary, and gend…

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SEC’s crypto overhaul, Worldcoin fined, Bitcoin’s rally above $65K 8:01

1M ago8:01

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In today’s episode of Rise‘n’Crypto, host Savannah Fortis breaks down the latest developments in the world of cryptocurrency. We start with the SEC’s new rules that could redefine “exchanges” and tighten regulations on decentralized platforms. Then we cover Dubai’s new crypto marketing restrictions and South Korea’s hefty fine against Worldcoin for…

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Exodus mobilizes crypto voters, Solana price surge, Chainlink market prediction 6:34

1M ago6:34

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In today’s episode, we cover the Stand With Crypto initiative’s wavering claims on Vice President Kamala Harris’ support for crypto, the exciting roadmap ahead for Hamster Kombat, and Solana’s potential to reach $330, as predicted by VanEck. We also dive into Chainlink’s projection of a $10 trillion tokenized asset market by 2030, the latest from S…

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After her grandmother’s death, a filmmaker travels to China for connection 11:02

1M ago11:02

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We speak with Nicole Chi, a Costa Rican-Chinese writer, director, and producer. Chi is the creative force behind the documentary, “Guián,” and the short film, “Los Mosquitos.” Both films will be shown next week at the New/Next Film Festival, produced by Baltimore Public Media. More than 80 titles from around the world will be screened at the Charle…

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Marylanders wait up to a year for a disability benefits decision. We ask Social Security chief Martin O'Malley why. 14:33

1M ago14:33

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As commissioner of Social Security, Martin O’Malley is applying the same data-drive management tools he used as mayor of Baltimore and governor of Maryland. We ask about backlogs and whether Social Security is running out of money. Links: Hearing on Protecting Solvency of Social Security Martin O’Malley is on a one-year sprint to save Social Securi…

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Caroline Ellison sentenced, Solana’s new API, Bitcoin targets $78K 6:11

1M ago6:11

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In today’s episode, we cover Caroline Ellison’s two-year prison sentence for her role in the FTX collapse and Sweden’s FIU labeling several crypto exchanges as professional money launderers. We also discuss the DOJ’s lawsuit against Visa alleging a payments monopoly, Solana Labs’ partnership with Google Cloud on a Web3 API, and Telegram’s controver…

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Kamala Harris talks crypto, Ethereum rallies 15%, $321M market inflows after Fed rate cut 6:05

1M ago6:05

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Today’s Rise’n’Crypto podcast covers Kamala Harris’ first public remarks on cryptocurrency during a recent fundraiser, as well as Australia’s push for stricter crypto regulations with new financial service licenses. We also cover Travala’s expansion to Solana-based crypto payments, the $321 million crypto market inflows following the US Fed’s 0.5% …

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Tether’s $118B risk, MicroStrategy to buy more Bitcoin, Germany’s crypto crackdown 6:30

1M ago6:30

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In today’s episode, we examine Tether’s response to growing transparency concerns around its $118 billion in reserves and the potential liquidity risks following the FTX collapse. We also discuss MicroStrategy’s plan to raise $1 billion to buy more Bitcoin, as well as the German government’s shutdown of 47 suspicious crypto exchanges over regulator…

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