Unchained

Laura Shin was covering crypto for Forbes before most people knew what Ethereum was, and that journalistic background shows in every episode of Unchained. Now with over 1,100 episodes, the show has evolved from a straightforward interview format into something more ambitious, with multiple recurring segments like The Chopping Block (roundtable debates with Haseeb Qureshi, Robert Leshner, and others), Bits + Bips for market analysis, and DEX in the City for a different angle on crypto culture. What sets Laura apart is her interviewing style. She asks direct, sometimes uncomfortable questions that other crypto podcasters avoid. When a DeFi protocol blows up or a regulatory bombshell drops, she's one of the first to get the relevant people on mic and push them for real answers. The guest list reads like a who's who of blockchain -- founders, regulators, researchers, and occasionally the people cleaning up after disasters. The roundtable segments are a matter of taste. Some episodes feature genuinely heated disagreements that clarify complex issues, while others can feel a bit unfocused when panelists talk past each other. But the core interview episodes remain consistently excellent. With a 4.6 rating from nearly 1,200 reviews, the audience clearly agrees. If you want crypto coverage that feels closer to investigative journalism than cheerleading, Unchained is the show. Laura's book "The Cryptopians" gives you a sense of how thoroughly she approaches this space.