In this episode of Reversing the Trend, I discuss the challenges of the "be your own bank" concept in the crypto space. The episode covers the impracticalities of managing a 12-24 word recovery phrase, the lack of customer support, and the complexities of securing funds independently. It highlights how these challenges particularly affect those without access to traditional banking, making financial inclusion difficult to achieve through this approach.

In this episode, we explore the challenges Black founders face in the crypto space and discuss actionable solutions to break down barriers. We highlight the importance of fostering trust, taking collective action, and shifting mindsets from being consumers to creators. Tune in to hear how we can support Black-led projects and ensure our community claims a rightful place in this transformative industry.

In this episode of Reversing the Trend, we dive deep into the strange, fascinating, and sometimes downright cult-like behaviors that define the crypto community. From idolizing anonymous founders like Satoshi Nakamoto to joining exclusive token-gated groups and obsessing over JPEGs worth millions, we explore why crypto isn’t just an investment—it's a full-blown belief system. We’ll look at the rituals, the unwavering faith in "the dip," and the promise of Lambos that keeps everyone hanging on. Get ready for an honest, unfiltered look at the weird and wild aspects of crypto culture that make it feel more like a movement than a market.

Today, we’re diving into crypto's surprising infatuation with Donald Trump. How did we go from Trump calling Bitcoin a scam to parts of the crypto community backing him for president? We'll explore his journey from anti-crypto tweets to selling NFTs and launching a crypto project right in the middle of election season. Plus, we’ll look at why major figures in the crypto space are throwing their support—and money—behind him. Join me as we unravel this opportunistic chaos and what it says about the true values of crypto.