How the Government Is Finally Embracing Crypto | Joe's Happy Hour Ep. 26

In this episode of Joe's Happy Hour, Joe Fahmy sits down with Eleanor Terrett — journalist and co-host of Crypto in America — for a jam-packed conversation covering crypto policy, journalism career paths, regulatory chaos, and the shifting tides in Washington.From Eleanor’s rise through Fox Business to her boots-on-the-ground reporting in the crypto world, the episode dives deep into SEC enforcement, stablecoins, meme coins, and the political momentum building behind digital asset legislation. Whether you're crypto-curious or a seasoned investor, this episode brings the fire 🔥⏱ Timestamps00:00:00 – Intro and Eleanor’s background in journalism00:06:40 – College, career paths, and breaking into media00:13:20 – Inside Fox Business and mentorship from Charlie Gasparino00:20:00 – Transition to crypto and the XRP lawsuit deep dive00:26:40 – The SEC's past vs. present stance on crypto00:33:20 – Live coverage of 2025 crypto conferences00:40:00 – Bitcoin vs. stablecoins: the real world utility debate00:46:40 – Meme coins, collectibles, and regulatory gray areas00:53:20 – Getting started with crypto: ETFs, wallets, and exchanges01:00:00 – Final thoughts on adoption, policy, and future outlook📢 Call to ActionEnjoying the convo? Smash that like button, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss a Happy Hour! 🍻Drop your thoughts in the comments – Are you bullish on crypto’s future or staying on the sidelines?🔗 Follow Joe Fahmy: @jfahmy🔗 Follow Eleanor Terrett: @EleanorTerrett#CryptoPodcast #JoeFahmy #EleanorTerrett #Bitcoin #CryptoRegulation #CryptoInAmerica #Journalism #SEC #XRP #Stablecoins #HappyHourShow