Podcast: Mark Yusko Talks FTX.US Acquisition, Gensler Crackdown, More

Get your macro fix with Blockworks’ own Mike Ippolito and co-host, Mark Yusko.

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In the weekly roundup episode of Blockworks’ podcast “On the Margin,” Michael Ippolito, co-founder, sits down with his new co-host Mark Yusko of Morgan Creek to dive into expensive equity market valuations, slack in the labor market, John Paulson and Gary Gensler’s comments on crypto, and FTX.US plans for world domination.

They also cover:

  • Wealth inequality
  • US vs. China regulations

Watch the full episode below! 👇

“On the Margin” is a two-part show. Once a week, Mike interviews industry experts, and then at the end of the week he is joined by co-host Mark Yusko where they break down the top crypto and macro stories. Episodes go live every Wednesday and Saturday morning.

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