"Equity" features Gary Wang, CTO of FTX, and Caroline Ellison, CEO of Alameda, as they testify in Sam Bankman-Fried's trial. They discuss the downfall of FTX, fraudulent practices at the company, and the outrageous story of Alameda bribing Chinese officials. The podcast also explores the challenges faced by startups, the use of customer funds by FTX and Alameda, and the increasing line of credit that led to FTX's bankruptcy filing. The defense's performance in cross-examining witnesses is discussed, with anticipation for more investor-related testimonies.

SBF, founder of FTX exchange, and Caroline Ellison discuss the SPF trial and Alameda's involvement. They also cover inflation becoming background noise, Friend Tech surpassing Bitcoin in revenue, and Tron's bear case. The podcast includes price predictions, upcoming topics, and testimonies of Gary Wang and Caroline Ellison in a trial involving SBF. They delve into the Israeli-Palestinian conflict's connection to cryptocurrency and Uniswap's deployment to ZK Sync.

Caroline Ellison, recently sentenced in a high-profile case, and Margaux McColl, a keen venture capital analyst, dive into the week's hottest tech news. They discuss the shifting dynamics in defense tech, especially the move from consumer drones to military contracts. The talk also highlights innovative startups from Y Combinator's Demo Day, including Cynx Medical's glucose-monitoring device. Along the way, they tackle the cultural obsession with longevity in Silicon Valley and the often inflated promises surrounding it.

Caroline Ellison, former FTX executive recently sentenced to prison, shares insights into her complex role in financial fraud. She and the hosts dissect the ethics of making bets with others' money, framing it within the context of a real-life prisoner’s dilemma. The conversation turns to upcoming elections, with tips on effective grassroots strategies beyond typical donations. The episode also humorously nods to political polling dynamics and memorializes notable figures in the gambling world, blending serious themes with lighthearted banter.

Caroline Ellison, a pivotal figure in the crypto world recently sentenced, joins the discussion. The hosts dive into Bitcoin's stellar September performance amid shifting regulations. They analyze China's economic stimulus and its ripple effects on the market. The congressional scrutiny of the SEC's leadership is examined, revealing bipartisan tension over crypto regulation. Finally, they touch on the case of Gamber Yahn, highlighting issues of justice and accountability in the financial sector.

Caroline Ellison, known for her role in the FTX scandal, discusses her unexpected two-year prison sentence and how her cooperation influenced the outcome. The conversation turns to alarming revelations about Fortune 100 companies unwittingly employing North Korean IT workers. Legal battles heat up as Visa faces accusations of monopolistic practices. OpenAI opens its training data to scrutiny amidst copyright claims, while controversy brews around Marques Brownlee's new wallpaper app, sparking fan criticism over its subscription model.

Caroline Ellison, former co-CEO of Alameda Research and Sam Bankman-Fried’s ex-girlfriend, takes the stand and discusses her testimony in the trial, revealing the use of customer funds. The jurors are fascinated, and there are questions about possible voice coaching. The intense cross-examination and its impact are explored, along with sponsor ads for Lisa, Conner, and Toyota.

Molly and Jason discuss Caroline Ellison and Gary Wang pleading guilty to securities fraud. (2:04) Then Lon Harris joins J+M for this week’s edition of This Week in Streaming, where they discuss YouTube’s new 7-year multibillion-dollar deal with the NFL. (36:57) We wrap with Part 1 of their review of Todd Field’s latest film Tár. (1:06:12) (0:00) J+M Kick off the show (2:04) Molly and Jason react to Caroline Ellison and Gary Wang pleading guilty to securities fraud (8:36) Odoo - Get your first app free and a $1000 credit at https://odoo.com/twist (12:29) The Truth of FTX is confirmed + the difference between marketing a product and a security (22:49) Embroker - Use code TWIST to get an extra 10% off insurance at https://Embroker.com/twist (23:59) How will VCs fair if tokens are ruled as securities (30:16) Molly and Jason’s hot takes on the FTX fallout (35:17) Founder University - Build your MVP with help from Founder University at course.founder.university (36:57) YouTube inks multibillion-dollar streaming deal with the NFL (55:40) Lon runs down the topics in his newsletter, including Netflix’s Wednesday becoming a smash hit + actors who have not acted in a streaming series  (1:06:12) Part 1: Molly, Jason and Lon review Todd Field’s Tár (TO BE CONTINUED)

Caroline Ellison, former co-CEO of Alameda Research and Sam Bankman-Fried's ex-girlfriend, testifies in a trial. Topics discussed include misleading balance sheets, an alleged bribe, transcendental meditation, and a secret recording revealing Sam's authorization.

Caroline Ellison, recently sentenced to two years in prison for her role in a high-profile financial scandal, joins the discussion. The hosts dissect Operation Choke Point 2.0 and its effects on the crypto landscape. Gensler's contentious House hearing is highlighted, revealing bipartisan criticism over SEC policies. The Silvergate Bank collapse is scrutinized, alongside missed media attention. They also touch on growing developments in Bitcoin ETFs and the future of crypto legislation amidst intense political dynamics.